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KEN T Monday, April 10, 2023
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Chair Toni Troutner
Councilmember Marli Larimer Councilmember Zandria Michaud
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Item Description Action Speaker Time
1. Call to Order Chair
2. Roll Call Chair
3. Agenda Approval Chair
4. Business Chair
A. Approval of Minutes
1. Approval of February 13, YES Chair 01 MIN.
2023 Minutes
B. 2021 Building Codes NO Jon Napier 20 MIN.
Adoption Steve Wilson
C. City of Kent Collaboration NO Bill Ellis 15 MIN.
with Kent School District -
Request for Qualifications
D. Accessory Dwelling Unit NO Kaelene Nobis 30 MIN.
Ordinance - Outreach &
Code Update
5. Adjournment Chair
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Economic and Community Development Committee April 10, 2023
CC ECDC Regular Meeting
Unless otherwise noted, the Economic and Community Development Committee meets at 4 p.m. on
the second Monday of each month in Kent City Hall, Council Chambers, 220 Fourth Avenue South,
Kent, WA. 98032.
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W—...... CC ECDC Regular Meeting
Minutes
February 13, 2023
Date: February 13, 2023
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Place: Chambers
Members: Toni Troutner, Committee Chair
Marli Larimer, Councilmember
Zandria Michaud, Councilmember
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1. Approval of Minutes dated January 9, 2023
MOTION: Move to approve the Minutes dated January 9, 2023 2
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Marli Larimer, Councilmember
SECONDER: Zandria Michaud, Councilmember
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B. Wagner Architects and Planners KEHOC design - Authorize
Will Moore, Facilities Manager in the Kent Parks and Recreation department
presents to council on the selection of Wagner Architects and Planners as the
consultant for the design phase of the Kent East Hill Operations Center
(KEHOC).
The current assemblage of buildings serving as the KEHOC has not really
been adequate for a long time. In addition to not looking great, it is not
providing a comfortable work environment for the staff who utilize it,
especially considering the size of the city it is meant to serve.
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The contract with the Wagner Group will cover their services through the
design, permitting, contractor bidding and selection, and construction phase
services for the development of a new KEHOC that will provide more efficient
function through better storage of equipment and supplies, improved energy
efficiency and a significantly more comfortable work environment for our
colleagues who utilize that facility.
This contract is NTE $2,462,014.
MOTION: I move to recommend Council authorize the Mayor to sign a
Consultant Services Agreement with Wagner Architects and Planners
in an amount not to exceed $2,462,014.00, subject to final terms and
conditions acceptable to the Parks Director and City Attorney. o
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Kristen Holdsworth, Long Range Planning Manager provides a brief M
explanation of the proceeding to ratify an amendment to 2021 King
County's County Wide Planning Policies (CPP's). Though this amendment Ui
does not impact the City of Kent, it acknowledges that the CPP's are a o
living document whose purpose is to keep the County and its cities on track a
to meet resident's needs.
King County's CPPs were initially adopted in the early 1990s to create a
shared and consistent framework for growth management planning for all
jurisdictions in King County in accordance with RCW 36.70A.210.
The CPPs present a shared vision of King County and the 39 cities within
King County to guide jurisdictions as they develop and amend their N
comprehensive plans.
The CPPs were last updated in 2021 to be consistent with updated
Multicounty Planning Policies (MPPs) and the Regional Growth Strategy
(RGS) contained in the Puget Sound Regional Council's (PSRC) VISION
2050.
New growth targets were adopted for the 2019-2044 planning period as a
part of the 2021 CPP Update, created collaboratively by all cities and King
County to implement the Regional Growth Strategy in VISION 2050 by
providing land use assumptions for periodic comprehensive plan updates.
During the adoption process of the 2021 CPPs, the King County Council
directed the Growth Management Planning Council (GMPC) to establish
final growth targets for the City of Sammamish to reflect updated sewer
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• On December 22, 2022, the Metropolitan King County Council adopted
Ordinance No. 19553 to ratify the 2021 CPPs amendments to incorporate
the updated growth targets for the City of Sammamish.
These CPP amendments do not affect Kent's growth targets or have any
substantive impact on Kent or other jurisdictions' comprehensive plan
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ratification; or, a city will be deemed to have ratified the amendments to
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MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2055, ratifying an a
amendment to the 2021 King County Countywide Planning Policies --
adopted by King County through ordinance 19553, updating the
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D. INFO ONLY: Update on Flex Fund Contracts with National r
Development Council
Bill Ellis presents to the committee an update on the Economic Development
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Teams regionally impactful work with the National Development Council to
provide wide ranging and significant assistance to small businesses and a
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As a reminder, the City of Kent chose to allocate some 1.6 million of its ARPA
monies to the FlexFund effort, in order to effectively provide 4 million in aid
due to NDC's ability to leverage funds. It is expected by the end of the loan
application period, that over 2 million in low interest loans will have been
made to Kent located businesses, and that a significant portion of these
lendees will be minority owned entities.
Bill also discussed an envisioned program with the NDC that may partially
address the affordability dilemma in Kent - a complex issue that will require
multi-pronged approach to solve.
The obvious first hurdle, especially for small businesses, is the steep upfront
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barrier to improving buildings and making them ready. A few things have
been tried already, e.g. offering pro bono design and permitting assistance,
and some new programs have become available from King County. City and
County have been exploring how the City and Council can deploy ARPA funds
to support related policy issues that are of concern.
Commercial affordability and commercial displacement is higher rent caused
by higher land value that is more than local and culturally appropriate or
relevant businesses can afford, inadvertently forcing them to move out of a
community. The team noted that this was most pertinent to long-established 3
businesses pressured by rising real estate valuations.
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per capita in south King County communities was 7.48% to 60% less than a
King County as a whole. Investment capital is largely directed where it there a
was already significant development.
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Various projects in the region since 2020, have brought resources such as
technical assistance (primarily financial counseling, then permits) and N
funding (public and philanthropic). The findings included tenanting challenges N
and the fact that projects seeking more than $250k but less than $1 million M
face most trouble getting debt (lack of collateral, higher risk).
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It is hoped CDFIs would have a role in reducing this inequity, to include o
technical assistance, financing, and identification of funding gaps after owner r
contributions, debt, and other resources are exhausted. They also discussed
the role of the government in creating the space and investing in CDFIs.
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There was an unsuccessful application to Wash. State for closer collaboration
through grant application, which included three major buckets: tenant
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Other new offerings include the $25 million allocation to address racism as a
public health emergency, which covered 'small business grants' and 'physical
infrastructure' grants, and new King County grants. Non-profit/STEM groups
also expressed their desires for proximity to schools, transit, community, and
young people, as well as proximity to manufacturing and other high-tech
workers and career paths, and greater visibility and a central location in
south King County.
At a future meeting Bill hopes to present a scope of work for a new project
with NDC focused on these precise issues.
5. Adjournment 4:40 p.m.
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ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Kurt Hanson, AICP, EDFP
220 Fourth Avenue South
KENT Kent, WA 98032
WASHINGTON 253-856-5454
DATE: April 10, 2023
TO: Economic and Community Development Committee
SUBJECT: 2021 Building Codes Adoption
INFORMATION ONLY: On July 1, 2023, the 2021 editions of the International
Building, Residential, Fire, Energy Conservation and Mechanical Codes and the
Uniform Plumbing Code, with statewide amendments, will replace the current 2018
editions of these codes statewide. Cities are required by law and the State Building
Code Council to administer and enforce these codes, and have the authority to
enact local amendments, provided that they do not diminish the Codes' statewide
minimum performance standards. Attached are proposed ordinances to adopt the
2021 code editions and the City's local amendments to these codes and to make
other housekeeping amendments.
A Public Hearing is tentatively schedule for the May 16' City Council meeting.
EXHIBITS: Draft Ordinance amending Chapter 14.01
Draft Ordinance amending Chapter 13.01
SUPPORTS STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:
Thrivinci City - Creating safe neighborhoods, healthy people, vibrant commercial districts, and
inviting parks and recreation.
Inclusive Community - Embracing our diversity and advancing equity through genuine community
engagement.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Ordinance Amending Chapter 13.01 - Draft (PDF)
2. Ordinance Amending Chapter 14.01 - Draft (PDF)
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AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the a
City of Kent, Washington, amending Ch. 13.01 of the ci
Kent City Code, entitled "Fire Codes," to adopt the �
2021 edition of the International Fire Code and to
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A. In response to legislative amendments adopted by the State
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of Washington, the Kent City Council enacted Ordinance No. 4386 on M
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December 8, 2020, which adopted the 2018 edition of the International Fire a
Code. The state recently adopted the 2021 edition of this code, which takes
effect and applies to all cities in the state on July 1, 2023. Given the
upcoming effective date of the state-adopted code, it is necessary to
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B. In addition to adopting the 2021 code edition, this ordinance
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also includes other housekeeping amendments, including updating
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references to code sections that have been renumbered in the 2021 edition, 0
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and local amendments. Finally, the amendments provide additional tools to
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C. The Washington State Building Code Council allows the
adoption of local amendments to the administrative provisions of the codes
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without approval, as well as changes to certain substantive provisions that
do not result in a lower standard than that established by the state, pursuant
to WAC 51-04-030.
D. On December 1, 2020, the City requested expedited review
under RCW 36.70A.106 from the Washington State Department of o
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Commerce regarding the City's proposed local amendments to the codes a
adopted through this ordinance. The Washington State Department of N
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Commerce acknowledged receipt of the request for expedited review on 0
December 1, 2020, and it is anticipated that the review will complete prior
to the effective date of the code revisions.
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E. On November 30, 2020, the City's State Environmental Policy N
Act (SEPA) Responsible Official determined the ordinance was a non-project N
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action exempt from SEPA under RCW 43.21C.450.
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT,
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SECTION 1. - Amendment. Chapter 13.01 of the Kent City Code,
entitled 'Fire Codes," is hereby amended as follows:
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Sec. 13.01.010. Fire code — Adopted. In accordance with Chapter
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19.27 RCW, the International Fire Code, 2021 Edition, published by the
International Code Council, Inc., together with any additions, deletions, and E
exceptions currently enacted or as may be amended from time to time by
the state of Washington through its Building Code Council pursuant to
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Chapter 51-54A WAC, and as further amended in this chapter, is hereby
adopted and incorporated by this reference.
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One (1) copy of the International Fire Code and the appendices adopted in
KCC 13.01.030(A) is on file with the city clerk as provided for by RCW
35.21.180.
Sec. 13.01.020. Code conflicts. To the extent allowed by
RCW 19.27.040, if a conflict exists between the provisions of the IE
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International Fire Code adopted and amended by the Washington State o
Building Code Council and the provisions of this chapter, the Kent City Code N
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Sec. 13.01.030. Amendments to the International Fire Code -
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Washington, are hereby adopted and incorporated into the International Fire
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Section 101 of the International Fire Code, entitled 'Scope and General
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Requirements," is amended by adding the following new subsection 101.6:
Sec. 101.6. Fire code appendix adopted. Appendix B of
the International Fire Code is hereby adopted. E
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Additional conditions. Section 104 of the International Fire Code, entitled
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"Duties and Powers of the Fire Code Official," is amended by adding the 0
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Sec. 104.1.1. Retained authority - Additional Q
conditions. The fire code official retains the authority to
impose additional conditions where the official determines
it necessary to mitigate identified fire protection impacts
and problematic fire protection systems. These conditions
may include, by way of example and without limitation,
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increased setbacks, use of fire-retardant materials,
installation or modification of standpipes, automatic fire
sprinkler and fire alarm systems.
C. Duties and Powers of the Fire Code Official - Lot lines and setback
lines. Section 104 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Duties and Powers
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of the Fire Code Official," is amended by adding the following new subsection
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Notwithstanding the authority of the fire code official to
administer and enforce the fire code, the fire code official
shall have no duty to verify or establish lot lines or setback
lines. No such duty is created by this code and none shall 00
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D. Permits - Expiration of applications. Section 105 of the International M
Fire Code, entitled "Permits," is amended by substituting subsection 105.2.3 $
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Sec. 105.2.3. Expiration of applications. Project permit
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applications that are subject to Ch. 12.01 KCC or that
require SEPA review are subject to those deadlines. All
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automatically if no permit is issued within 180 days after
the date a determination has been made that a fully
complete project permit application has been submitted, E
unless the fire code official determines, in his or her sole Q
discretion, that the application has been pursued in good U
faith. The fire code official may extend the time for actioncc
on the permit application for one or more periods, each
period not exceeding 90 days, upon written request by the
applicant if the applicant can demonstrate, to the
satisfaction of the fire code official, that circumstances E
beyond the applicant's control have prevented action from
being taken. If an application has expired, plans and other Q
data previously submitted for review may thereafter be
returned to the applicant or destroyed by the fire code
official. In order to renew action on an expired application,
the applicant shall resubmit plans and pay a new review
fee.
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E. Permits - Expiration. Section 105 of the International Fire Code,
entitled "Permits," is amended by substituting subsection 105.3.1 with the
following:
Sec. 105.3.1. Expiration. An operational permit shall o
remain in effect until reissued, renewed or revoked, or for a
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Construction permit expiration shall be governed by the N
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under the provisions of this chapter shall expire
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However, the permit shall expire earlier if the work N
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year from the date the permit is issued, or once work
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period of 180 days or more.
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approved plans and specifications for the approved work, M
may extend a permit's expiration date or revive a permit
which has been canceled due to inactivity, at the fire code
official's discretion, under the following circumstances:
a. A permit issued and related to a single-
family residence, if it has expired due to inaction, may be a
extended for a 90-day period, up to two times. However, Q
this subsection does not alter the permit's overall three-
year expiration date as provided for in subsection cc
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family residence may be extended for a 90-day period if
work is started and continuously performed, and necessary
periodic inspections are made.
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C. For permits other than those related to
a single-family residence, the fire code official may grant a
single 90-day extension when only the final inspection
approval is remaining and all other work has been
approved.
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3. No permit extension will be granted for any
property that is the subject of a code enforcement
proceeding under Ch. 1.04 KCC.
F. Permits - Required operational permits. Section 105 of the
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Sec. 105.5.53 Commercial Kitchens. An operational
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hood systems.
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Exception: No fee will be required if another operational
fire permit in accordance with Section 105.5 is issued for
the occupancy.
I. Permits - Emergency and standby power systems. Section 105 of the
International Fire Code, entitled "Permits," is amended by adding the
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Sec. 105.5.54. Emergency and standby power
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Section 105 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Permits," is amended U
by adding the following new subsection 105.5.56.
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inspection or cleaning of commercial kitchen hood and duct
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International Fire Code, entitled 'Permits," is amended by modifying Q
subsection 105.6:
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Sec. 105.6. Required construction permits. The fire
code official is authorized to issue construction permits for
work as set forth in Sections 105.6.1 through 105.6.26.
M. Permits - Emergency and standby power systems. Section 105 of the
International Fire Code, entitled "Permits," is amended by adding the
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systems. A construction permit is required for the
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official shall prepare a resolution establishing a schedule of
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permits and certificates. Any fee schedule adopted by
resolution shall govern the fee amount to be assessed for
any permit or certificate.
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International Fire Code, entitled "Fees," is amended by substituting
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Sec. 107.4. Work commencing before permit
issuance. When work for which a permit is required by this
code has commenced without a permit, the fees shall be
doubled. The payment of such fees shall not relieve any
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persons from the requirements of this code or from any
penalties prescribed by this code.
Q. Fees - Termination. Section 107 of the International Fire Code,
entitled "Fees," is amended by adding the following new subsection 107.7:
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Sec. 107.7. Termination. Failure to pay for the required
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Code, entitled "Maintenance," is amended by substituting subsection 109.3
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14 days of the reportable activity.
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S. Means of Appeals. Section 111 of the International Fire Code, entitled
"Means of Appeals," is amended by substituting Section 111 with the
following:
Sec. 111. Means of Appeals. The City of Kent hearings
examiner is designated as the board of appeals in order to
hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or
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construction and appeals of the reasonable application and
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be made as set forth in section 13.01.140 of the Kent City
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violates a provision of this code, or fails to comply with any
of its requirements, or who erects, constructs, alters, or
repairs a building or structure in violation of (a) the
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fire code official, or (c) a permit or certificate issued under
the provisions of this code, shall be subject to penalties as U
set forth in Ch. 13.02 of the Kent City Code or as otherwise
provided by law.
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A. Definitions - General Definitions. Section 202 of the International Fire
Code, entitled "General Definitions," is amended by adding the following
definitions to subsection 202:
OUTDOOR STORAGE. The on-site storage of materials outdoors,
including materials stored in vehicles, which are not in transit.
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Chapter 3, General Requirements. The following local amendments to
Chapter 3 of the International Fire Code, entitled "General Requirements," m
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prohibited.
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A. Fire service features - Fire apparatus access roads. Section 503 of Q
the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is
hereby adopted.
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B. Fire apparatus access roads - Buildings and Facilities. Section 503 of
the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is
amended by substituting subsection 503.1.1 with the following:
Sec. 503.1.1. Buildings and Facilities. Approved fire
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apparatus access roads shall be provided for every facility,
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moved into or within the jurisdiction. The fire apparatus
access road must comply with the requirements of this ci
section and shall extend within 150 feet of all portions of
the facility and all portions of the exterior wall of the first m
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installed because of location on property, topography,
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by substituting subsection 503.1.2 with the following:
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Sec. 503.1.2. Additional Access. The Fire Code Official
is authorized to require more than one fire apparatus
access road based on the potential for impairment of a
single road by vehicle congestion, condition of the terrain,
climatic conditions or other factors that could limit access.
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International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended N
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unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet (6,096 mm),
except for approved security gates in accordance with M
section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of
not less than 13 feet 6 inches (4,115 mm). 2
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apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be
26 feet for 20 feet on both sides of the hydrant operating
nut and shall be marked as a fire lane per Section 503.3.
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no more than 2 single family houses and all are equipped r-
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International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended Q
by substituting subsection 503.2.3 with the following:
Sec. 503.2.3. Surface. Fire apparatus access roads shall
be constructed with a surface of asphalt or concrete
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capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus
weighing at least 30 tons (27,240 kg).
F. Fire apparatus access roads - Turning radius. Section 503 of the
International Fire Code, entitled 'Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended
by substituting subsection 503.2.4 with the following:
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roads shall have a 30-foot minimum inside turning radius
and a 50-foot minimum outside turning radius. The radius o
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otherwise approved.
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be provided with an approved turnaround designed as o
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the length up to 300 feet for dead-end access roads when
all of the following apply:
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and the highest point of the roof eave is no more than
30 feet for any of the structures served by the fire 2
access road. Q
H. Fire apparatus access roads - Bridges and elevated surfaces. Section
503 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads,"
is amended by substituting subsection 503.2.6 with the following:
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Sec. 503.2.6. Bridges and elevated surfaces. Where a
bridge or an elevated surface is part of a fire apparatus
access road, the bridge or elevated surface shall be
constructed and maintained in accordance with
specifications established by the fire code official and the
City's public works director, or their designees; at a IE
minimum, however, the bridge or elevated surface shall be o
constructed and maintained in accordance with AASHTO a
Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges. Q
1. Bridges and elevated surfaces shall be designed for a
live load sufficient to carry the imposed loads of a 30 or o
more ton fire apparatus, the total imposed load to be L)
determined by the fire code official.
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bridges when required by the fire code official. m
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vehicle use are adjacent to surfaces which are not N
designed for that use, approved barriers or approved
signs, or both, shall be installed and maintained, if M
required by the fire code official.
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Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by
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substituting subsection 503.2.7 with the following:
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comply with the following:
1. Fire apparatus access roads shall not exceed 15 percent
longitudinal and/or 6 percent laterally in grade. E
2. Driveway approach and departure angles shall not Q
exceed 10 percent for the first 75 feet when measured U
from the right of way, unless otherwise approved by the
fire code official.
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International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is amended 2
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Sec. 503.3. Marking. Fire apparatus access roads shall
be marked whenever necessary to maintain the
unobstructed minimum required width of roadways.
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Subject to the fire code official's prior written approval,
marked fire apparatus access roads, or "fire lanes," may
be established or relocated at the time of plan review, pre-
construction site inspection, and/or post construction site
inspection as well as any time during the life of the
occupancy. Only those fire apparatus access roads
established by the fire code official can utilize red marking
paint and the term 'fire lane." Fire lanes shall be marked o
as directed by the fire code official with one or more of the a
following types of markings in accordance with the Kent Q
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to identify fire lanes on hammerhead turnarounds,
commercial and multi-family developments or as directed
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to identify fire lanes in one- and two-family dwelling
developments, or as directed by the fire code official. M
Sec. 503.3.3. Type 3. Type 3 marking shall be installed
to address situations where neither Type 1 or 2 marking is
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official shall be marked with diagonal striping across the
width of the fire lane. Diagonal marking shall be used in
conjunction with painted curbs and/or edge striping and
shall run at an angle of 30 to 60 degrees from one side to
the other. These diagonal lines shall be in red traffic paint,
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Sec. 503.5. Required gates or barricades. The fire code Q
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.
Installations shall meet the following:
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1. Electric gate operators, where provided shall be listed
in accordance with UL 325.
2. Gates intended for automatic operation shall be
designed, constructed, and installed to comply with the
requirements of ASTM F 2200 and must be equipped
with 'Click 2 Enter" or similar equipment that is
approved by the fire code official, that allows for o
operations of the gate by fire and police personnel via a
their vehicle mobile radio, on a dedicated radio Q
frequency, with a hold-open for a specified amount of
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intended for automatic operation shall be designed to
operate during a loss of power or fail in the open
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access road width. N
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gate is locked. M
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edge of pavement. 2
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of item 2 of this subsection. o
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Obstructions. Section 503 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire
Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by substituting subsection 503.6 with U,
the following:
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Sec. 503.6 Security gates, bollards, and other
obstructions. The installation of security gates, bollards,
and other obstructions across a fire apparatus access road
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operation. The installation and emergency operation shall
be maintained operational at all times. The installation of
security gates, bollards and other obstructions shall be in 2
accordance with 503.5. The use of directional-limiting Q
devices (tire spikes) is prohibited.
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M. Fire apparatus access roads - Establishment of fire lanes. Section
503 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access Roads,"
is amended by adding the following new subsection 503.7:
Sec. 503.7 Establishment of fire lanes. Fire lanes in
conformance with this code shall be established by the fire c
code official or designee, and shall be in accordance with
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Sec. 503.7.1 Obstruction of fire lanes prohibited. The
obstruction of a designated fire lane by a parked vehicle or 0
any other object is prohibited and shall constitute a traffic
hazard as defined in State law and an immediate hazard to
life and property.
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outlined in 503.3 shall be complied with.
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maintained at the expense of the property owner(s) as
often as needed to clearly identify the designated area as E
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Sec. 503.7.4 Towing notification. At each entrance to
property where fire lanes have been designated, signs shall
be posted in a clearly conspicuous location and shall clearly
state that vehicles parked in fire lanes may be impounded,
and the name, telephone number, and address of the E
towing firm where the vehicle may be redeemed.
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manager, or person in charge of any property upon which
designated fire lanes have been established shall prevent
the parking of vehicles or placement of other obstructions
in such fire lanes.
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Sec. 503.7.6 Violation - Penalty. Any person who fails
to mark or maintain the marking of a designated fire lane
as prescribed herein, or who obstructs or allows the
obstruction of a designated fire lane, , shall be deemed to
have committed a violation. The penalty for violation of this
section shall be the monetary penalty identified in the _
current fee resolution. 0
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as an alternate to, the penalties specified above, a violation
of any provision of this chapter constitutes a civil violation o
under Chapter 1.04 KCC for which a monetary penalty may
be assessed and abatement may be required and/or
otherwise enforced as provided therein.
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obstructing a designated fire lane is declared a traffic N
hazard and may be abated without prior notification to its
owner by impoundment pursuant to the applicable State M
law. The owner or operator shall be responsible for all
towing and impound charges. 2
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developments. Section 503 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire
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Sec. 503.8. Commercial and Industrial
Developments. Fire apparatus access roads serving E
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commercial and industrial developments shall be in
accordance with Sections 503.8.1 through 503.8.3.
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feet in height. Buildings or facilities exceeding 30 feet or c
three stories in height shall have at least two means of fire E
apparatus access for each structure.
Sec. 503.8.2. Buildings exceeding 62,000 square feet Q
in area. Buildings or facilities having a gross building area
of more than 62,000 square feet shall be provided with two
separate and approved fire apparatus access roads.
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Exception: Projects having a gross building area of up to
124,000 square feet that have a single approved fire
apparatus access road when all buildings are equipped
throughout with approved automatic sprinkler systems.
Sec. 503.8.3. Remoteness. Where two access roads are
required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not IE
less than one half of the length of the maximum overall o
diagonal dimension of the property or area to be served, a
measured in a straight line between accesses or as -°a
approved by the fire code official and the fire chief. N
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Section 503 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Apparatus Access
Roads," is amended by adding the following new subsection 503.9: m
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buildings or facilities exceeding 30 feet in height above the
lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be
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are capable of accommodating fire department aerial
apparatus. Overhead utility and power lines shall not be U
located within the aerial fire apparatus access roadway.
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Sec. 503.9.2 Width. Aerial fire apparatus access roads E
shall have a minimum unobstructed width of 26 feet, Q
exclusive of shoulders, in the immediate vicinity of any U
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Sec. 503.9.3 Proximity to building. At least one of the
required access routes meeting this condition shall be
positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. The E
location of the parallel access route shall be approved.
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Sec. 503.9.4. Obstructions. Overhead utility and power
lines shall not be located over the aerial fire apparatus
access road or between the aerial apparatus access road
and the building. Other obstructions shall be permitted to
be placed with the approval of the fire code official.
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P. Fire apparatus access roads - Multifamily residential developments.
Section 503 of the International Fire Code, entitled 'Fire Apparatus Access
Roads," is amended by adding the following new subsection 503.10:
Sec. 503.10. Multi-family residential developments.
The fire apparatus access roads serving multi-family
residential developments shall be in accordance with o
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Sec. 503.10.1. Projects having from 100 through 200 0
dwelling units. Multi-family residential projects having
from 100 through 200 dwelling units shall be provided with
two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads.
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have a single approved fire apparatus access road when all `N
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systems installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or $
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dwelling units. Multi-family residential projects having
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separate and approved fire apparatus access roads
regardless of whether they are equipped with an approved U
automatic sprinkler system.
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are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to Q
not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall U
diagonal dimension of the property or area to be served, cc
measured in a straight line between accesses or as
approved by the fire code official and the fire chief.
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Q. Fire apparatus access roads - One- and two-family residential
developments. Section 503 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Q
Apparatus Access Roads," is amended by adding the following new
subsection 503.11:
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Sec. 503.11. One- and Two-family residential
developments. The fire apparatus access roads serving
one- and two-family residential developments shall be in
accordance with Section 503.11.1 and 503.11.2.
Sec. 503.11.1. Projects having more than 30
dwelling units. Developments of one- or two-family
dwellings where the number of dwelling units exceeds 30 0
shall be provided with two separate and approved fire a
apparatus access roads. Q
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on a single public or private fire apparatus access road and
all dwelling units are equipped throughout with approved
automatic sprinkler systems installed in accordance with 00
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apparatus access roads will, within a reasonable time,
connect with future development, as determined by the fire
code official.
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are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to U
not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall
diagonal dimension of the property or area to be served,
measured in a straight line between accesses or as E
approved by the fire code official and the fire chief. Q
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of the International Fire Code, entitled, "Fire Apparatus Access Roads," is 0
amended by adding the following new subsection 503.12:
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underground structures under or within 10 feet of fire Q
apparatus access roads shall be designed using approved
load criteria that shall accommodate the loading of fire
department aerial apparatus unless otherwise approved.
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S. Access to Building Openings and Roofs - Buildings with Interior
Courtyards. Section 504 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Access to
Building Openings and Roofs," is amended by adding the following new
subsection 504.4 with the following:
Sec. 504.4. Buildings with interior courtyards. New o
buildings with enclosed interior courtyards shall have a a
straight/direct access corridor and/or stairway from the Q
exterior to the courtyard at a location acceptable to the fire
code official. If a stairway is used it shall comply with o
Section 1011 and a corridor shall comply with Section
1020. The access shall have a minimum width of 5 feet and
be large enough to carry a 35-foot-long sectional ladder
(minimum folded length 20 feet) directly from the exterior m
to the courtyard without obstructions. The access door N
shall be marked at the street as "Direct Fire Access to N
Courtyard".
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T. Key Boxes - Where required. Section 506 of the International Fire c
Code, entitled "Key Boxes," is amended by substituting subsection 506.1 0
with the following:
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Sec 506.1. Where required. Where access to or within a U
structure or an area is restricted because of secured
openings or where immediate access is necessary for life-
saving or firefighting purposes, the fire code official is E
authorized to require a key box/vault to be installed. The a
key box shall be a Knox KLS product listed in accordance U
with UL 1037 and shall contain keys to gain necessary
access. The location, key box and key requirements shall
be in accordance with the Rapid Entry System Policy of the
Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority.
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Code, entitled "Key Boxes," is amended by adding new subsection 506.3
with the following:
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Sec. 506.3. Compliance. Compliance with this chapter
shall be in accordance with the following:
1. Newly constructed buildings not yet occupied or
buildings currently under construction and all buildings
applying for a certificate of occupancy, shall comply
prior to occupancy, permit final or approval of any
certificate.
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comply within 180 days of notification. o
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key boxes or locks installed shall comply within 1 year
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are subject to impact by a motor vehicle, guard posts shall
be designed and installed in accordance with the Kent o
Design and Construction Standards.
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W. Fire protection water supplies - Fire hydrant. Section 507 of the
International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Protection Water Supplies," is U�,
amended by adding a new subsection 507.5.7 as follows:
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Sec. 507.5.7. Fire hydrant. Fire hydrants shall be
designed and installed in accordance with the local water
purveyor's design and construction standards.
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the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Protection Water Supplies," is
amended by adding a new subsection 507.5.8 as follows: Q
Sec. 507.5.8. Backflow prevention. All private fire
systems shall be isolated by an approved method in
accordance with the local water purveyor.
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Y. Fire protection water supplies - Capacity for residential areas. Section
507 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Protection Water Supplies,"
is amended by adding a new subsection 507.6 as follows:
Sec. 507.6. Capacity for residential areas. All hydrants
installed in single family residential areas shall be capable c
of delivering 1,500 gpm fire-flow over and above average
maximum demands at the farthest point of the installation. o
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Z. Fire protection water supplies - Spacing. Section 507 of the
International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Protection Water Supplies," is ci
amended by adding a new subsection 507.7 as follows:
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accordance with Sections 507.7.1 through 507.7.5. N
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Sec. 507.7.1. Single family. The maximum fire hydrant M
spacing serving single family residential areas shall be 600
feet as measured along the fire apparatus access road.
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family. The maximum fire hydrant spacing serving M
commercial, industrial, multi-family or other areas shall be
300 feet as measured along the fire apparatus access road.
Sec. 507.7.3. Medians. Where streets are provided with U,
median dividers which cannot be crossed by firefighters
pulling hose lines, hydrants shall be provided on each side
of the street and be arranged on an alternating basis, E
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providing, on each side of the street, no more than the
maximum spacing.
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Sec. 507.7.4. Arterials. Where arterial streets are 0`
provided with four or more traffic lanes hydrants shall be c
provided on each side of the street and be arranged on an E
alternating basis, providing, on each side of the street, no
more than the maximum spacing. 2
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Sec. 507.7.5. Transportation. Where new water mains
are extended along streets where hydrants are not needed
for protection of structures or similar fire problems, fire
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hydrants shall be provided at a spacing not to exceed 1,000
feet to provide for transportation hazards.
AA. Fire protection water supplies - Required hydrants. Section 507 of the
International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Protection Water Supplies," is
amended by adding a new subsection 507.8 as follows:
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required for a building shall be based on the calculated fire- Q
flow. The first hydrant will be calculated for up to 1,500
gpm. An additional hydrant will be required for every 0
additional 1,000 gpm, or fraction thereof. The required
hydrants shall be within 600 feet of the building as
measured along the fire apparatus access roads serving
the building. 00
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amended by adding a new subsection 507.9 as follows: $
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private hydrants are located and the public agencies that M
own or control public hydrants must provide the fire code
official with the following written service notifications in
accordance with 507.9.1 and 507.9.2:
Sec. 507.9.1. In-service notification. The fire code
official shall be notified when any newly installed hydrant
or main is placed into service. E
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Sec. 507.9.2. Out-of-service notification. Where any
hydrant is out of service or has not yet been placed in
service, the hydrant shall be identified as being out of 0
service and shall be appropriately marked as out of service, c
by a method approved by the fire code official.
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is amended by adding a new subsection 507.10 as follows:
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Sec. 507.10. Building permit requirements. No
building permit shall be issued until all plans required by
this section have been submitted and approved in
accordance with the provisions of this section.
No construction beyond the foundation shall be allowed
until all hydrants and mains required by this section are in IE
place and approved. o
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International Fire Code, entitled 'Emergency Responder Communication
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Sec. 510.1. Emergency responder radio coverage in
new buildings. Approved radio coverage for emergency 00
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more than 30 feet below the finished floor of the lowest
level of exit discharge.
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Police Chief determines that in-building radio coverage is U
critical because of its unique design, location, use or
occupancy.
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with Sections 510.4 through 510.5.5 of this code and with E
the provisions of NFPA 1221 (2019). This section shall not
require improvement of the existing public safety Q
communication systems.
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When determining if the minimum signal strength
referenced 510.4.1.1 exists at a subject building, the signal
strength shall be measured at any point on the exterior of
the building up to the highest point on the roof.
Exceptions:
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1. Buildings and areas of buildings that have a
minimum radio coverage signal strength levels of the King Q
County Regional 800 MHz Radio System within the building
in accordance with Section 510.4.1 without the use of a a
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coverage is required and such systems, components or m
equipment required could have a negative impact on the N
normal operations of that facility, the fire code official shall N
have the authority to accept an automatically activated
emergency responder radio coverage system. M
3. One- and two-family dwellings and
townhouses.
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Existing buildings shall be provided with approved radio
coverage for emergency responders as required in Chapter U
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Sec. 510.3. Permit required. A construction permit for E
the installation of or modification to emergency responder Q
radio coverage systems and related equipment is required U
as specified in Section 105.7.6. Maintenance performed incc
accordance with this code is not considered a modification
and does not require a permit.
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Prior coordination and approval from the Public Safety
Radio System Operator is required before installation of an
Emergency Responder Radio System. Until 2022, such
approval is required from EPSCA, King County, Seattle or
ValleyCom depending on the location of the installation. In
2022 PSERN will be the single operator of a county wide
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In order to be forward compatible, designers and
contractors should be aware of PSERN's requirements for 0
Distributed Antenna Systems which can be found via
https://psern.org/requirements/
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components and equipment required to provide the N
emergency responder radio coverage system shall comply
with Sections 510.4.1 through 510.4.2.8. M
Sec. 510.4.1. Emergency responder communication 2
enhancement system signal strength. The building c
shall be considered to have acceptable emergency o
responder communications enhancement system coverage M
when signal strength measurements in 95 percent of all
areas on each floor of the building meet the signal strength
requirements in Sections 510.4.1.1 through 510.4.1.3.
Exception: Critical areas, such as the fire command
center(s), the fire pump room(s), interior exit stairways,
exit passageways, elevator lobbies, standpipe cabinets, E
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sprinkler sectional valve locations, and other areas
required by the fire code official, shall be provided with 99
percent floor area radio coverage.
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Sec. 510.4.1.1. Minimum signal strength into the
building. The minimum inbound signal strength shall be E
sufficient to provide usable voice communications
throughout the coverage area as specified by the fire code Q
official. The inbound signal level shall be a minimum of -
95dBm in 95% of the coverage area and 99% in critical
areas and sufficient to provide not less than a Delivered
Audio Quality (DAQ) of 3.0 or an equivalent Signal-to-
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Interference-Plus-Noise Ratio (SINR) applicable to the
technology for either analog or digital signals.
Sec. 510.4.1.2 Minimum signal strength out of the
building. The minimum outbound signal strength shall be
sufficient to provide usable voice communications
throughout the coverage area as specified by the fire code IE
official. The outbound signal level shall be sufficient to 0
provide not less than a DAQ of 3.0 or an equivalent SINR a
applicable to the technology for either analog or digital Q
signals. A minimum signal strength of -95 dBm shall be
received by the King County Regional 800 MHz Radio 0
System when transmitted from within the building. U
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shall be sufficient to meet the requirements of the m
applications being utilized by public safety for emergency N
operations through the coverage area as specified by the N
radio system manager in Section 510.4.2.2.
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responder radio coverage system shall be designed in
accordance with Sections 510.4.2.1 through 510.4.2.8 and
NFPA 1221 (2019).
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Sec. 510.4.2.1. Amplification systems and
components. Buildings and structures that cannot
support the required level of radio coverage shall be
equipped with systems and components to enhance the
public safety radio signals and achieve the required level of
radio coverage specified in Sections 510.4.1 through
510.4.1.3. Public safety communications enhancement E
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systems utilizing radio-frequency-emitting devices and
cabling shall be allowed by the Public Safety Radio System
Operator. Prior to installation, all RF-emitting devices shall
have the certification of the radio licensing authority and 0
be suitable for public safety use. c
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Sec. 510.4.2.2. Technical criteria. The Public Safety
Radio System Operator shall provide the various 2
frequencies required, the location of radio sites, the a
effective radiated power of radio sites, the maximum
propagation delay in microseconds, the applications being
used and other supporting technical information necessary
for system design upon request by the building owner or
owner's representative.
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Sec. 510.4.2.3. Power supply sources. Emergency
responder radio coverage systems shall be provided with
dedicated standby batteries or provided with 2-hour
standby batteries and connected to the facility generator
power system in accordance with Section 1203. The
standby power supply shall be capable of operating the
emergency responder radio coverage system at 100- o
percent system capacity for a duration of not less than 12 a
hours. -°a
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signal boosters shall meet the following requirements:
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contained in a National Electrical Manufacturer's m
Association (NEMA) 4, IP66-type waterproof cabinet or N
equivalent. N
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integrated battery cabinets.
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power source shall be contained in a NEMA 3R or higher- o
rated cabinet, IP65-type waterproof cabinet or equivalent. M
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licensing authority certification and be suitable for public
safety use prior to installation.
4. Where a donor antenna exists, isolation shall
be maintained between the donor antenna and all inside E
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antennas to not less than 20dB greater than the system
gain under all operating conditions. r_
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emergency responder radio coverage systems shall be c
fitted with anti-oscillation circuitry and per-channel AGC. E
6. The installation of amplification systems or 2
systems that operate on or provide the means to cause Q
interference on any emergency responder radio coverage
networks shall be coordinated and approved by the Public
Safety Radio System Operator.
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7. Unless otherwise approved by the Public
Safety Radio System Operator, only channelized signal
boosters shall be permitted.
Exception: Broadband BDA's may be utilized when
specifically authorized in writing by the Public Safety Radio
System Operator.
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BDA's must also comply with PSERN's Q
(www.psern.org/requirements) detailed requirements,
which include channelized, minimum of 28 channels, 0
supporting analog, P25 Phase I (FDMA), and P25 Phase II
(TDMA).
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responder radio enhancement system shall include `N
automatic supervisory and trouble signals that are N
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monitored by a supervisory service and are annunciated by
the fire alarm system in accordance with NFPA 72. The $
following conditions shall be separately annunciated by the c
fire alarm system, or, if the status of each of the following
conditions is individually displayed on a dedicated panel on
the radio enhancement system, a single automatic
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system indicating deficiencies of the radio enhancement
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1. Loss of normal AC power supply.
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7. Malfunction of the communications link
between the fire alarm system and the emergency
responder radio enhancement system.
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Sec. 510.4.2.6. Additional frequencies and change of
frequencies. The emergency responder radio coverage
system shall be capable of modification or expansion in the
event frequency changes are required by the FCC or other
radio licensing authority, or additional frequencies are
made available by the FCC or other radio licensing
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Sec. 510.4.2.7. Design documents. The fire code -°a
official shall have the authority to require "as-built" design N
documents and specifications for emergency responder o
communications coverage systems. The documents shall L)
be in a format acceptable to the fire code official.
Sec. 510.4.2.8. Radio communication antenna m
density. Systems shall be engineered to minimize the N
near-far effect. Radio enhancement system designs shall N
include sufficient antenna density to address reduced gain
conditions. n
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with independent AGC/ALC circuits per channel. M
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same band use active power control
Sec. 510.5. Installation requirements. The installation
of the public safety radio coverage system shall be in
accordance with NFPA 1221 and Sections 510.5.1 through Q
510.5.7.
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Sec. 510.5.1. Approval prior to installation.
Amplification systems capable of operating on frequencies 0`
licensed to any public safety agency by the FCC or other c
radio licensing authority shall not be installed without prior E
coordination and approval of the Public Safety Radio
System Operator.
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Sec. 510.5.2. Minimum qualifications of personnel.
The minimum qualifications of the system designer and
lead installation personnel shall include both of the
following:
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1. A valid FCC-issued general radio telephone
operators license.
2. Certification of in-building system training
issued by an approved organization or approved school, or
a certificate issued by the manufacturer of the equipment
being installed.
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Sec. 510.5.3. Acceptance test procedure. Where an a
emergency responder radio coverage system is required, -°a
and upon completion of installation, the building owner N
shall have the radio system tested to verify that two-way o
coverage on each floor of the building is in accordance with L)
Section 510.4.1. The test procedure shall be conducted as
follows:
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1. Each floor of the building shall be divided into N
a grid of 20 approximately equal test areas, with a N
maximum test area size of 6,400 square feet. Where the
floor area exceeds 128,000 square feet, the floor shall be M
divided into as many approximately equal test areas as
needed, such that no test area exceeds the maximum 2
square footage allowed for a test area.
2. Coverage testing of signal strength shall be M
conducted using a calibrated spectrum analyzer for each of
the test grids. A diagram of this testing shall be created
for each floor where coverage is provided, indicating the
testing grid used for the test in Section 510.5.3(1), and
including signal strengths and frequencies for each test
area. Indicate all critical areas.
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3. Functional talk-back testing shall be
conducted using two calibrated portable radios of the latest
brand and model used by the agency's radio
communications system or other equipment approved by 0
the fire code official. Testing shall use Digital Audible c
Quality (DAQ) metrics, where a passing result is a DAQ of
3 or higher. Communications between handsets shall be
tested and recorded in the grid square diagram required by
section 510.5.3(2): each grid square on each floor; Q
between each critical area and a radio outside the building;
between each critical area and the fire command center or
fire alarm control panel; between each landing in each
stairwell and the fire command center or fire alarm control
panel.
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4. Failure of more than 5% of the test areas on
any floor shall result in failure of the test.
Exception: Critical areas shall be provided with 99
percent floor area coverage.
5. In the event that two of the test areas fail the o
test, in order to be more statistically accurate, the floor a
shall be permitted to be divided into 40 equal test areas. Q
Failure of not more than two nonadjacent test areas shall
not result in failure of the test. If the system fails the 40- o
area test, the system shall be altered to meet the 95- L)
percent coverage requirement.
6. A test location approximately in the center of m
each test area shall be selected for the test, with the radio N
enabled to verify two-way communications to and from the N
outside of the building through the public agency's radio
communications system. Once the test location has been M
selected, that location shall represent the entire test area.
Failure in the selected test location shall be considered to
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not be permitted.
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7. The gain values of all amplifiers shall be
measured, and the test measurement results shall be kept
on file with the building owner so that the measurements
can be verified during annual tests. In the event that the
measurement results become lost, the building owner shall
be required to rerun the acceptance test to reestablish the
gain values. E
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8. As part of the installation, a spectrum
analyzer or other suitable test equipment shall be utilized
to ensure spurious oscillations are not being generated by o
the subject signal booster. This test shall be conducted at c
the time of installation and at subsequent annual
inspections.
9. Systems incorporating Class B signal booster Q
devices or Class B broadband fiber remote devices shall be
tested using two portable radios simultaneously conducting
subjective voice quality checks. One portable radio shall
be positioned not greater than 10 feet (3048 mm) from the
indoor antenna. The second portable radio shall be
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positioned at a distance that represents the farthest
distance from any indoor antenna. With both portable
radios simultaneously keyed up on different frequencies
within the same band, subjective audio testing shall be
conducted and comply with DAQ levels as specified in
Sections 510.4.1.1 and 510.4.1.2.
10. At the conclusion of the testing, and prior to 0
issuance of the building Certificate of Occupancy, the a
building owner or owner's representative shall place a copy Q
of the following records in the DAS enclosure or the
building engineer's office. The records shall be available to 0
the fire code official and maintained by the building owner L)
for the life of the system:
a. A certification letter stating that the m
emergency responder radio coverage system has been N
installed and tested in accordance with this code, and that N
the system is complete and fully functional.
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part of testing in Sections 510.5.3(2) and 510.5.3(3). 2
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specifications for the emergency responder radio coverage M
system equipment; back up battery; and charging system
(if utilized).
d. A diagram showing device locations U,
and wiring schematic,
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11. At the conclusion of the testing, and prior to
issuance of the building Certificate of Occupancy, the
building owner or owner's representative shall submit 0`
copies of the acceptance test in a form and manner c
determined by the fire code official.
Sec. 510.5.4. FCC compliance. The emergency 2
responder radio coverage system installation and a
components shall comply with all applicable federal
regulations including, but not limited to, FCC 47 CFR Part
90.219.
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Sec. 510.5.5. Mounting of the donor antenna(s). To
maintain proper alignment with the system designed donor
site, donor antennas shall be permanently affixed on the
highest possible position on the building or where approved
by the fire code official. A clearly visible sign shall be
placed near the antenna stating, "movement or
repositioning of this antenna is prohibited without approval
from the fire code official." The antenna installation shall o
be in accordance with the applicable requirements in the a
International Building Code for weather protection of the Q
building envelope.
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distribution, radiating, or any fiber-optic cables shall be
rated as plenum cables. The backbone cables shall be
connected to the antenna distribution, radiating, or copper m
cables using hybrid coupler devices of a value determined N
by the overall design. Backbone cables shall be routed N
through an enclosure that matches the building's required
fire-resistance rating for shafts or interior exit stairways. M
The connection between the backbone cable and the
antenna cables shall be made within an enclosure that 2
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interior exit stairways, and passage of the antenna o
distribution cable in and out of the enclosure shall be M
protected as a penetration per the International Building
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Sec. 510.5.7. Identification Signs. Emergency c,
responder radio coverage systems shall be identified by an
approved sign located on or near the Fire Alarm Control
Panel or other approved location stating "This building is E
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System. Control Equipment located in room
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door of the room containing the main system E
components.
Sec. 510.6. Maintenance. The emergency responder Q
radio coverage system shall be maintained operational at
all times in accordance with Sections 510.6.1 through
510.6.7.
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Sec. 510.6.1. Testing and proof of compliance. The
owner of the building or owner's authorized agent shall
have the emergency responder radio coverage system
inspected and tested annually or where structural changes
occur including additions or remodels that could materially
change the original field performance tests. Testing shall
consist of the following items (1) through (7):
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1. In-building coverage test as required by the a
fire code official as described in Sections 510.5.3 -°a
("Acceptance test procedure") or 510.6.1.1 ("Alternative Q
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required within dwelling units.
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the gain/output level is the same as it was upon initial N
installation and acceptance or set to optimize the
performance of the system. M
3. Backup batteries and power supplies shall be
tested under load of a period of 1 hours to verify that they
will properly operate during an actual power outage. If o
within the 1-hour test period the battery exhibits M
symptoms of failure, the test shall be extended for
additional 1-hour periods until the integrity of the battery
can be determined.
4. If a fire alarm system is present in the
building, a test shall be conducted to verify that the fire
alarm system is properly supervising the emergency E
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responder communication system as required in Section
510.4.2.5. The test is performed by simulating alarms to r_
the fire alarm control panel. The certifications in Section
510.5.2 are sufficient for the personnel performing this 0
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verify operation within the manufacturer's specifications. 2
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6. At the conclusion of the testing, a report,
which shall verify compliance with Section 510.6.1, shall
be submitted to the fire code official by way of the
department's third-party vendor
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7. At the conclusion of testing, a record of the
inspection and maintenance along with an updated grid
diagram of each floor showing tested strengths in each grid
square and each critical area shall be added to the
documentation maintained on the premises in accordance
with Section 510.5.3.
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test. When the comprehensive test documentation Q
required by Section 510.5.3 is available, or the most recent
full five-year test results are available if the system is older o
than six years, the in-building coverage test required by
the fire code official in Section 510.6.1(1), may be
conducted as follows:
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1. Functional talk-back testing shall be N
conducted using two calibrated portable radios of the latest N
brand and model used by the agency's radio
communications system or other equipment approved by M
the fire code official. Testing shall use Digital Audible
Quality (DAQ) metrics, where a passing result is a DAQ of
3 or higher. Communications between handsets in the
following locations shall be tested: between the fire o
command center or fire alarm control panel and a location M
outside the building; between the fire alarm control panel
and each landing in each stairwell.
2. Coverage testing of signal strength shall be U,
conducted using a calibrated spectrum analyzer for:
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grid areas to be tested on each floor are the three grid
areas with poorest performance in the acceptance test or
the most recent annual test, whichever is more recent;
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b. Each of the critical areas identified in
acceptance test documentation required by Section
510.5.3, or as modified by the fire code official, and 2
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3. The test area boundaries shall not deviate
from the areas established at the time of the acceptance
test, or as modified by the fire code official. The building
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shall be considered to have acceptable emergency
responder radio coverage when the required signal
strength requirements in 510.4.1.1 and 510.4.1.2 are
located in 95 percent of all areas on each floor of the
building and 99 percent in Critical Areas, and any non-
functional serving antenna are repaired to function within
normal ranges. If the documentation of the acceptance
test or most recent previous annual test results are not o
available or acceptable to the fire code official, the radio a
coverage verification testing described in 510.5.3 shall be Q
conducted.
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The alternative in-building coverage test provides an
alternative testing protocol for the in-building coverage
test in subsection (1) of section 510.6.1. There is no m
change or alternative to annual testing requirements N
enumerated in subsections (2) - (7) of Section 510.6.1, N
which must be performed at the time of each annual test.
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owner shall modify or expand the emergency responder c
radio coverage system at his or her expense in the event o
frequency changes are required by the FCC or other radio M
licensing authority, or additional frequencies are made
available by the FCC or other radio licensing authority
public safety radio system operator or FCC license holder.
Prior approval of a public safety radio coverage system on
previous frequencies does not exempt this section.
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nonpublic safety amplification systems installed in
buildings reduce the performance or cause interference
with the emergency responder communications coverage
system, the nonpublic safety amplification system shall be 0`
corrected or removed. r
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Sec. 510.6.4. Field testing. Agency personnel shall have
the right to enter onto the property at any reasonable time 2
to conduct field testing to verify the required level of radio Q
coverage or to disable a system that due to malfunction or
poor maintenance has the potential to impact the
emergency responder radio system in the region.
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Sec. 13.01.070. Amendments to the International Fire Code -
Chapter 6, Building Services and Systems. The following local
amendments to Chapter 6 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Building
Services and Systems," including all amendments enacted by the state of
Washington, are hereby adopted and incorporated into the International Fire
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required as set forth in Section 105.5. M
Sec. 606.2.3. Approved drawing. The stamped and c
approved cook line drawing shall be displayed adjacent to
the suppression system pull station prior to the final
inspection. The approved drawing shall be maintained and
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Chapter 7, Fire and Smoke Prevention Features. The following local
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amendments to Chapter 7 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire and a
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Smoke Prevention Features," including all amendments enacted by the state
of Washington, are hereby adopted and incorporated into the International
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Fire Code as follows:
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A. Fire and Smoke Prevention Features - Hold-open devices and 2
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closures. Section 705 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Door and
Window Openings," is amended by substituting 705.2.3 with the following:
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Sec. 705.2.3. Hold-open devices and closers. Hold-
open devices and automatic door closures, where provided,
shall be maintained. During the period that such device is
out of service for repairs, the door it operates shall remain
in the closed position.
The fire code official is authorized to require the installation IE
of hold-open devices of existing door installations where 0
there has been documented use of door closure a
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Chapter 9, Fire Protection Systems. The following local amendments to
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this chapter shall apply to all occupancies and buildings,
shall specify where fire protection systems are required,
and shall apply to the design, installation, inspection, E
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systems; however, nothing contained in this chapter shall r_
diminish or reduce the requirements of any duly adopted
building codes, including state and local amendments, or o
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event of any conflict in requirements among these codes, E
ordinances, resolutions, or regulations, the more stringent
provision shall apply. 2
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Systems. Section 901 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire protection
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systems," is amended by adding the following new subsection 901.7.7 with
the following:
Sec. 901.7.7. Fire watch for impaired fire protection
systems. In the event of the emergency responder
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communication system, fire alarm system, fire sprinkler
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excessive number of preventable alarm activations, the fire
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Fire Code, entitled "General," is amended by adding the following new N
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Sec 901.11. Emergency contacts. It shall be the c
responsibility of the owner of any monitored fire protection
system to provide and maintain a minimum of three
emergency contacts that are capable of responding to the
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Fire Code, entitled "Definitions," is amended by adding the following to the �
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sprinkler systems shall be installed as follows:
1. In all buildings without adequate fire flow.
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Exception: Miscellaneous Group U Occupancies.
2. All new buildings and structures regulated by
the International Building Code requiring 2,000 gallons per
minute or more fire flow, or with a gross floor area of
10,000 or more square feet (929 mz), or where this code
provides a more restrictive floor/fire area requirement, and
shall be provided in all locations or where described by this o
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equipment, batteries, and standby engines, provided those
spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an automatic
smoke detection system in accordance with Section 907.2 m
and are separated from the remainder of the building by N
not less than 1 hour fire barriers constructed in accordance N
with Section 707 of the International Building Code or not
less than 2 hour horizontal assemblies constructed in LO
accordance with Section 712 of the International Building
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automatic sprinkler system to protect an occupancy within M
an otherwise non-sprinklered building, then automatic
sprinkler protection will be required throughout the entire
building.
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roadway grade is 12 percent or greater.
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the occupant, tenant, or use of the building or storage
commodity has not been determined or it is otherwise a Q
speculative use warehouse or building, the automatic
sprinkler system shall be designed and installed to protect
not less than Class IV non-encapsulated commodities on
wood pallets, with no solid, slatted, or wire mesh shelving,
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and with aisles that are 8 feet or more in width and up to
20 feet in height.
G. Automatic sprinkler systems - Installation Requirements. Section 903
of the International Fire Code, entitled "Automatic Sprinkler Systems," is
amended by substituting subsection 903.3 as follows:
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sprinkler systems shall be designed and installed in o
accordance with Sections 903.3.1 through 903.3.9.
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by adding a new subsection 903.3.9 as follows: N
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Sec. 903.3.9. Check valve. All automatic sprinkler
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by adding a new subsection 903.7 as follows: U
Sec. 903.7. Riser room access. All risers shall be located
in a dedicated room with an exterior door, and with lighting E
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components shall be listed and approved for the purpose
for which they are installed. All new alarm systems shall be
addressable. Each device shall have its own address and
shall annunciate individual addresses at a UL Central
Station.
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K. Fire alarm and detection systems - Initiating device identification.
Section 907 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Alarm and Detection
Systems," is amended by substituting subsection 907.6.3 with the following:
Sec. 907.6.3 Initiating device identification. The fire
alarm system shall identify the specific initiating device
address, location, device type, floor level where applicable 0
and status including indication of normal, alarm, trouble Q
and supervisory status, as appropriate.
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alarm control unit or keypad shall be 1-2-3-4-5. The reset
code shall not be changed without approval of the fire code
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Section 907 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Alarm and Detection
Systems," is amended by adding a new subsection 907.14 as follows:
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Sec. 907.14. Fire alarm control unit location. All fire
alarm control units shall be located in the riser room
designed and installed in accordance with Section 903.7,
or an approved location.
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Code, entitled "Fire Department Connections," is amended by substituting 0
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specify the type of water-based fire protection system, the
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incorporated into the International Fire Code as follows:
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alterations. Section 1103 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Safety c
Requirements for Existing Buildings," is amended by adding a new
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of this chapter shall apply to substantial alterations to 2
existing buildings regardless of use when a substantial Q
alteration occurs in a structure equaling 10,000 or greater
square feet. For purposes of this section, a substantial
alteration shall be defined as an alteration that costs 50
percent or more of the current assessed value of the
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structure and impacts more than 50% of the gross floor
area.
B. Fire safety requirements for existing buildings - Fire alarm systems.
Section 1103 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Fire Safety
Requirements for Existing Buildings," is amended by adding substituting
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an existing fire alarm control unit is replaced with identical
equipment that has the same part number it shall be
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Chapter 80, Referenced Standards. The following local amendments to 0
Chapter 80 of the International Fire Code, entitled "Referenced Standards,"
including all amendments enacted by the state of Washington, are hereby
adopted and incorporated into the International Fire Code as follows: Q
A. Referenced standards - NFPA. Section NFPA of the International Fire
Code, entitled "Referenced Standards," is amended by modifying the
standard reference number dates of publication as follows:
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13-22 Installation of Sprinkler Systems
13D-22 Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-
family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes
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Flow Requirements for Buildings," including all amendments enacted by the
state of Washington, are hereby adopted and incorporated into the o
International Fire Code as follows:
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Code, entitled "Modifications," is amended by substituting subsection B103.2
with the following:
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B103.2. Increases. The fire chief is authorized to
increase the fire-flow requirements where exposures could
be impacted by fire. An increase shall not be more than
twice that required for the building under consideration.
Exception: For one- and two-family residences when
either of the following conditions apply:
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the 1-hour fire resistant rated exterior walls tested in -°a
accordance with ASTM E 119 or UL 263 with exposure on N
the exterior side and projections with 1-hour underside o
protection, fire blocking installed from the wall top plate to
the underside of the roof sheathing and no gable vent
openings.
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the nearest exposure or lot line; or face an unbuildable lot, N
tract or buffer. The distance shall be measured at right
angles from the face of the wall. M
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Fire Code, entitled "Fire-Flow Requirements for Buildings," is amended by
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B105.1. One- and two-family dwellings. Fire-flow
requirements for one- and two-family dwellings shall be in U
accordance with Sections B105.1.1 through B105.1.2.
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B105.1.1. Buildings less than 3,600 square feet. The E
minimum fire-flow and flow duration requirements for Q
buildings less than 3,600 square feet shall be 1,000 gallons U
per minute for 1 hour.
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as approved, is allowed when the building is equipped with
an approved automatic sprinkler system. E
B105.1.2. Buildings greater than 3,600 square feet Q
or more. The minimum fire-flow and flow duration
requirements for buildings that are 3,600 square feet or
larger shall not be less than that specified in Table
B105.1(2).
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Exception: A reduction of fire-flow and flow duration to
1,000 gallons per minute for 1 hour, as approved, is
allowed when the building is equipped with the following:
1. An approved automatic sprinkler system.
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B105.2. Buildings other than one- and two-family
dwellings. The minimum fire-flow and flow duration for 0
buildings other than one- and two-family dwellings shall be Q
as specified in Table B105.1(2).
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as approved, is allowed when the building is provided with
an approved automatic sprinkler system. The resulting fire-
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Accessory residential Group U buildings shall comply with
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B105.3. Water supply for buildings equipped with an a
automatic sprinkler system. For buildings equipped with
an automatic sprinkler system, the water supply shall be U
capable of providing the greater of:
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including hose stream allowance. Q
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deleting the following tables from section B105:
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two-family dwellings, Group R-3 and R-4 Buildings
and Townhouses.
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Table B105.2. Required Fire-Flow for Buildings Other
than One- and two-family dwellings, Group R-3 and
R-4 Buildings and Townhouses.
D. Section B105 of the International Fire Code is amended by adding
new subsection 13105.4 as follows:
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development projects, where it has been determined not Q
feasible to extend the water main by the local water
purveyor, the following alternative fire flow mitigations are o
approved for use in accordance with Sections 13105.4.1
through 13105.4.2
B105.4.1. One- and two-family dwellings. Fire flow will m
not be required for one- and two-family dwellings if all of N
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3600 square feet
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fire sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section
903.3.1.3 with a water supply of no less than 30 minutes
4. The dwelling has a fire separation distance of
no less than 150 feet on all sides
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dwellings. Fire flow will not be required for buildings other r_
than one- and two-family dwellings if all of the following
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3600 square feet
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Type VB
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fire sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1 with a water supply of no less than 30 minutes
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4. The buildings has a fire separation distance of
no less than 150 feet on all sides
Sec. 13.01.130. Fire codes — Fees. The city council shall, by
resolution, establish the fees to be assessed to implement and enforce the
fire codes adopted in this title. o
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determinations, or decisions made by the fire code official relative to the
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the International Fire Code, the city of Kent hearings examiner is hereby N
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designated as the board of appeals created pursuant to Section 111 of the
International Fire Code adopted in KCC 13.01.030 for all matters concerning c
the application of the fire codes. The city hearings examiner, however, shall o
have no authority relative to interpretation of the administrative provisions
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of these codes, nor shall the city hearings examiner be empowered to waive
requirements of these codes. U
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p.m. of the fourteenth calendar day following the date of the order, E
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determination, or decision being appealed. When the last day of the appeal
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period so computed is a Saturday, Sunday, or federal or city holiday, thecc
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period shall run until 5:00 p.m. on the next business day. The appeal shall 0`
be accompanied by payment of the filing fee. Specific objections to the fire
code official's decision and the relief sought shall be stated in the written
appeal. Q
3. Standing. Standing to bring an appeal under this chapter is
limited to the following persons:
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a. The applicant and the owner of property to which the
permit decision is directed.
b. Another person aggrieved or adversely affected by the
order, determination, or decision, or who would be aggrieved or adversely
affected by a reversal or modification of the order, determination, or
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this section only when all of the following conditions are present: Q
i. The order, determination, or decision has
prejudiced or is likely to prejudice that person; ci
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substantially eliminate or redress the prejudice to that person caused or m
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made pursuant to Chapter 2.32 KCC. The decision of the hearings examiner
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shall be final and conclusive unless within twenty-one (21) calendar days of
the hearings examiner's decision an appeal is filed with the superior court.
When the last day of the appeal period so computed is a Saturday, Sunday, U,
or federal or city holiday, the period shall run until the next business day.
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or sentence of this ordinance is held to be unconstitutional or invalid, such
decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this ordinance 0
and the same shall remain in full force and effect.
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approval of the city attorney, the city clerk and the code reviser are
authorized to make necessary corrections to this ordinance, including the
correction of clerical errors; ordinance, section, or subsection numbering; or
references to other local, state, or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations.
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SECTION 4. - Code Synchronization The changes to the fire code
provisions enacted herein shall be implemented simultaneously with the
state code's change, currently scheduled to be implemented July 1, 2023.
However, if the Washington State Building Code Council further delays
implementation of the state codes referenced by this ordinance, the o
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AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the N
City of Kent, Washington, amending various sections
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of Ch. 14.01 of the Kent City Code to adopt the 2021
editions of the International Building, Residential,
Mechanical, Existing Building, Property c`
Maintenance, and Energy Conservation Codes and
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the Uniform Plumbing Code; and to repeal Section
14.01.070, entitled Uniform Housing Code.
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A. In response to legislative amendments adopted by the State of E
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Washington, the Kent City Council enacted Ordinance No. on
which adopted the 2018 editions of the International
Building, Residential, Existing Building, Mechanical, and Energy 0`
Conservation Codes, and the 2018 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code.
At the end of 2022, the state adopted the 2021 edition of these codes, which
are all scheduled to take effect and apply to all cities in the state on July 1, a
2023. Given the upcoming effective date of these state-adopted codes, it is
necessary to similarly amend the Kent City Code to formally adopt the same.
B. With the adoption of Ordinance , the City Council
also adopted the 2018 edition of the International Property Maintenance
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Code for application and enforcement in Kent. The International Property
Maintenance Code was not a mandatory code adopted for application within
the entire state; rather, it was a code available that Kent elected to adopt
to assist with code enforcement efforts. The International Code Council
recently published the 2021 edition of the International Property
Maintenance Code. Therefore, it is appropriate to amend the Kent City Code c
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C. In addition to adopting the 2021 code editions and Washington
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State Amendments, this ordinance also makes local amendments to the
expiration and extension of permit applicants. The Washington State
Building Code Council allows the adoption of local amendments to the m
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such as deleting references to the Uniform Housing Code, renumerating local
amendments to avoid conflicts with the State Code, and renumerating the
Kent City Code to account for repealed sections.
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(SEPA) Responsible Official determined the ordinance was a non-project
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under RCW 36.70A.106 from the Washington State Department of -E
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Commerce regarding the City's proposed local amendments to the codes
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Commerce acknowledged receipt of the request for expedited review on
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without comment prior to the July 1, 2023 implementation date.
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT,
WASHINGTON, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
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SECTION 1. - Amendment. Chapter 14.01 of the Kent City Code
entitled "Building Codes", is amended as follows: c
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Chapter 19.27 RCW, the following codes (collectively, the "building codes"), m
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together with any additions, deletions, and exceptions currently enacted or N
as may be amended from time to time by the state of Washington through N
its Building Code Council pursuant to the Washington Administrative Code M$
("WAC"), and as further amended in this chapter, are adopted by reference: c
A. The International Building Code, 2021 Edition, published by the L
International Code Council, Inc., as amended pursuant to Chapter 51-50
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the International Code Council, Inc.
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D. The International Mechanical Code, 2021 Edition, published by the
International Code Council, Inc., as amended pursuant to Chapter 51-52
WAC.
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E. The Uniform Plumbing Code, 2021 Edition, published by the
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, including the
Uniform Plumbing Code Standards (Appendices A, B, and I to the Uniform
Plumbing Code) as amended pursuant to Chapter 51-56 WAC.
F. The International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 Edition, published c
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51-11C and 51-11R WAC. Q
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19.27.040, if a conflict exists between the provisions of the state building o
codes adopted by the Washington State Building Code Council and the L
provisions of this chapter, the Kent City Code provisions shall govern.
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adopted. Appendices C, E and J to the International
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works director shall have the authority to enforce and
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interpret Appendix J and, accordingly, all references to the
"building official" in Appendix J shall be substituted with
the words "public works director."
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Section 104 of the International Building Code, entitled "Duties and Powers
of Building Official," is amended by adding the following new subsection
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administer and enforce the building code, the building L),
official shall have no duty to verify or establish lot lines or
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applications that are subject to Ch. 12.01 KCC or that
require SEPA review are subject to the deadlines
established by that code chapter or by SEPA. All other a
project permit applications shall expire automatically if no
permit is issued 365 days after the date a determination 0,
has been made that a fully complete project permit
application, as defined in KCC 14.11.020, has been
approved for issuance , unless that application has been E
pursued in good faith as determined solely in the building
official's discretion. The building official may extend the r-
time for action on the permit application for no more than
2 periods, each period not exceeding 90 days, upon written o
request by the applicant showing that circumstances
beyond the control of the applicant have prevented action
from being taken. If an application has expired, plans and
other data previously submitted for review may thereafter
be returned to the applicant or destroyed. In order to Q
renew action on an expired application, the applicant shall
resubmit plans and pay a new review fee at the rates in
effect at the time of resubmission.
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D. Permits - Expiration. Section 105 of the International Building Code,
entitled "Permits," is amended by substituting subsection 105.5 with the
following:
Sec. 105.5. Expiration.
1. Every permit issued by the building official under the
provisions of this chapter shall expire automatically three 0
years after the date of permit issuance. However, the c
permit shall expire earlier if the work authorized by such Q
permit is not commenced within one year from the date
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changes have or will be made to the originally approved m
plans and specifications for the approved work, may extend o
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discretion, under the following circumstances: LO
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periodic inspections are made.
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entitled "Means of Appeals," is amended by substituting Section 113 with
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Sec. 113. Means of appeals. The City of Kent hearings examiner
is designated as the board of appeals in order to hear and decide
appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the
building official relative to the suitability of alternate materials,
design, and methods of construction and appeals of the
reasonable application and interpretation of the building codes. o
Appeals shall be made as set forth in KCC 14.01.110. c
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F. Additional height increases. Section 504.4.1 of the International
Building Code, as amended by the Washington State Building Code Council ci
entitled "Stair enclosure pressurization increase," is amended by adding �
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and I-2 condition 2, the permitted increase of one story allowed N
by subsection 504.4.1 when all of the conditions enumerated
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walls in Group R-1, R-2 and I-2 shall be constructed as 1-hour
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fire partitions as provided in Section 708. Reduction of the fire-
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resistance rating is not permitted.
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distance of more than five feet, shall be of not less than 1-hour
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accordance with Sections 202 and 1704.5.
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with subsections 907.5.2.2 through 907.5.2.2.5 is installed.
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5. Approved supervised indicating control valves shall be
provided at the point of connection to the automatic fire
sprinkler system riser on each floor.
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have an automatic sprinkler zone per floor. All zones must report
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lines. Section 104 of the International Existing Building Code, entitled o
"Duties and Powers of Code Official," is amended by adding the following L
new subsection 104.12:
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lines. Notwithstanding the authority of the building official
to administer and enforce the building code, the building
official shall have no duty to verify or establish lot lines or E
setback lines. No such duty is created by this code, and
none shall be implied.
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International Existing Building Code, entitled "Permits," is amended by r
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substituting subsection 105.3.2 with the following: E
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application. Project permit applications that are subject Q
to Ch. 12.01 KCC or that require SEPA review are subject
to the deadlines established by that code chapter or by
SEPA. All other project permit applications shall expire
automatically if no permit is issued 365 days after the date
a determination has been made that a fully complete
project permit application, as defined in KCC 14.11.020,
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has been approved for issuance , unless that application
has been pursued in good faith as determined solely in the
building official's discretion. The building official may
extend the time for action on the permit application for no
more than 2 periods, each period not exceeding 90 days,
upon written request by the applicant showing that
circumstances beyond the control of the applicant have
prevented action from being taken. If an application has
expired, plans and other data previously submitted for o
review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or c
destroyed. In order to renew action on an expired Q
application, the applicant shall resubmit plans and pay a
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permit shall expire earlier if the work authorized by such
permit is not commenced within one year from the date
the permit is issued, or once work commences, if work is
suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days or more. U
2. The building official, after finding that no significant
changes have or will be made to the originally approved E
plans and specifications for the approved work, may extend
a permit's expiration date or revive a permit which has
been canceled due to inactivity, at the building official's
discretion, under the following circumstances: 0
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residence, if it has expired due to inaction, may be
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this subsection does not alter the permit's overall three Q
year expiration date as provided for in subsection 105.5.1.
b. A permit issued and related to a single-family
residence may be extended for a 90-day period if work is
started and continuously performed, and necessary
periodic inspections are made.
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c. For permits other than those related to a single-
family residence, the building official may grant a single
90-day extension when only the final inspection approval
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that is the subject of a code enforcement proceeding under
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change. Section 110 of the International Existing Building Code, entitled o
"Certificate of Occupancy," is amended by substituting subsection 110.1
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classification change. No altered area of a building and N
no relocated building shall be used or occupied, and no
change in the existing occupancy classification of a building N
or portion thereof shall be made until the building official
has issued a certificate of occupancy therefor as provided
herein, except that no certificate of occupancy is required c`
for detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple
single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three
stories above grade plane in height with a separate means L
of egress and their accessory structures subject to the a
provisions of the International Residential Code. Issuance
of a certificate of occupancy shall not be construed as an U
approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of
other ordinances of the jurisdiction.
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Code, entitled "Means of Appeals," is amended by substituting Section 112 �
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Sec. 112. Means of appeals. The City of Kent hearings
examiner is designated as the board of appeals in order to
hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or
determinations made by the building official relative to the Q
suitability of alternate materials, design, and methods of
construction and appeals of the reasonable application and
interpretation of the building codes. Appeals shall be made
as set forth in KCC 14.01.110.
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Sec. 14.01.050. Amendments to the International Residential
Code. The following local amendments to the International Residential
Code, including all amendments enacted by the state of Washington, are
hereby adopted and incorporated into the International Residential Code:
A. Duties and powers of building official - Lot lines and setback lines.
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Section R104 of the International Residential Code, entitled "Duties and
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Powers of the Building Official," is amended by adding the following new a
subsection R104.12:
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lines. Notwithstanding the authority of the building official
to administer and enforce the building code, the building
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setback lines. No such duty is created by this code, and o
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buildings in areas prone to flooding. Section R105 of the International
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Residential Code, entitled 'Permits," is amended by substituting
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subsection R105.3.1.1 with the following:
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Sec. R105.3.1.1. Substantially improved or
substantially damaged existing buildings in areas
prone to flooding. The building official may require that
all applications for reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition,
or other improvement of existing buildings or structures
located in an area prone to flooding be submitted in Q
accordance with Ch. 14.09 KCC.
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application. Project permit applications that are subject
to Ch. 12.01 KCC or that require SEPA review are subject
to the deadlines established by that code chapter or by
SEPA. All other project permit applications shall expire
automatically if no permit is issued 365 days after the date
a determination has been made that a fully complete
project permit application, as defined in KCC 14.11.020,
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has been approved for issuance , unless that application
has been pursued in good faith as determined solely in the
building official's discretion. The building official may
extend the time for action on the permit application for no
more than 2 periods, each period not exceeding 90 days,
upon written request by the applicant showing that
circumstances beyond the control of the applicant have
prevented action from being taken. If an application has
expired, plans and other data previously submitted for o
review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or c
destroyed. In order to renew action on an expired Q
application, the applicant shall resubmit plans and pay a
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provisions of this chapter shall expire automatically three
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permit is not commenced within one year from the date a
the permit is issued, or once work commences, if work is
suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days or more. U
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changes have or will be made to the originally approved Q
plans and specifications for the approved work, may extend U
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started and continuously performed, and necessary
periodic inspections are made.
c. For permits other than those related to a single-
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90-day extension when only the final inspection approval
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E. Fees - Building permit valuations. Section R108 of the International
Residential Code, entitled "Fees," is amended by substituting subsection ci
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applicant shall provide an estimated permit value at time o
of application. Permit valuations shall include total value of
the work, including materials and labor, for which the N
permit is being issued. (The work would include, forLO
example and without limitation, electrical, gas, mechanical, $
and plumbing equipment and other permanent systems.) c
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underestimated, the permit application shall be denied, o
unless the applicant can show detailed estimates to meet
the approval of the building official. Final building permit
valuation shall be set by the building official.
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F. Certificate of occupancy. Section R110 of the International
Residential Code, entitled "Certificate of Occupancy," is hereby repealed.
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G. Board of appeals. Section R112 of the International Residential c
Code, entitled "Board of Appeals," is amended by substituting Section
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Sec. R112. Board of appeals. The City of Kent hearings E
examiner is designated as the board of appeals in order to
hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or a
determinations made by the building official relative to the
suitability of alternate materials, design, and methods of
construction and appeals of the reasonable application and
interpretation of the building codes. Appeals shall be made
as set forth in section 14.01.110 of the Kent City Code. Any
appeal to an order, decision, or determination of the public
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works director with respect to work within a flood hazard
area shall be made in accordance with Ch. 14.09 KCC.
Sec. 14.01.050 Amendments to the Uniform Plumbing Code.
The following local amendments to the Uniform Plumbing Code, including
all amendments enacted by the state of Washington, are hereby adopted
and incorporated into the Uniform Plumbing Code: o
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"Permits," is amended by substituting subsection 104.3.3 with the
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application. Project permit applications that are subject m
to Ch. 12.01 KCC or that require SEPA review are subject N
to the deadlines established by that code chapter or by N
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automatically if no permit is issued 365 days after the date M
a determination has been made that a fully complete
project permit application, as defined in KCC 14.11.020,
has been approved for issuance , unless that application c
has been pursued in good faith as determined solely in the o
building official's discretion. The building official may
extend the time for action on the permit application for no
more than 2 periods, each period not exceeding 90 days,
upon written request by the applicant showing that
circumstances beyond the control of the applicant have 0,
prevented action from being taken. If an application has
expired, plans and other data previously submitted for
review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or E
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on an expired application, the applicant shall resubmit r-
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"Permits," is amended by substituting subsection 104.4.3 with the
following: Q
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provisions of this chapter shall expire automatically three
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permit shall expire earlier if the work authorized by such
permit is not commenced within one year from the date
the permit is issued, or once work commences, if work is
suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days or more.
2. The building official, after finding that no significant
changes have or will be made to the originally approved
plans and specifications for the approved work, may extend o
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been canceled due to inactivity, at the building official's
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entitled "Plumbing Permit Fees," is amended by substituting Table 104.5
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with the following:
Table 104.5. Plumbing Permit Fees. Plumbing permit
fees and related fees shall be as established by resolution
of the city council, in accordance with 14.01.100 KCC.
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E. Violations and penalties. Section 106 of the Uniform Plumbing Code,
entitled "Violations and Penalties," is amended by substituting subsection
106.3 with the following:
Sec. 106.3. Penalties. Any person who violates a
provision of this code or fails to comply with any of its
requirements or who erects, installs, alters, or repairs c
plumbing work in violation of: (a) the approved 2
construction documents, (b) a directive of the building code c
official, or (c) a permit or certificate issued under the a
provisions of this code, shall be subject to penalties as set
forth in Chs. 14.08 and 1.04 KCC or as otherwise provided o
by law.
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entitled "Board of Appeals," is amended by substituting Section 107 with N
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Sec. 107. Board of appeals. The City of Kent hearings
examiner is designated as the board of appeals in order to
hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or c`
determinations made by the building official relative to the
suitability of alternate materials, designs, and methods of
construction and appeals of the reasonable application and
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interpretation of the building codes. Appeals shall be made a
as set forth in section 14.01.110 of the Kent City Code.
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Sec. 14.01.060 Amendments to the International Mechanical
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Code. The following local amendments to the International Mechanical E
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Code, including all amendments enacted by the state of Washington, are
hereby adopted and incorporated into the International Mechanical Code:
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A. Permits - Expiration of project permit application. Section 106 of
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the International Mechanical Code, entitled "Permits," is amended by
substituting subsection 106.3.3 with the following:
Sec. 106.3.3. Expiration of project permit a
application. Project permit applications that are subject
to Ch. 12.01 KCC or that require SEPA review are subject
to the deadlines established by that code chapter or by
SEPA. All other project permit applications shall expire
automatically if no permit is issued 365 days after the date
a determination has been made that a fully complete
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project permit application, as defined in KCC 14.11.020,
has been approved for issuance , unless that application
has been pursued in good faith as determined solely in the
building official's discretion. The building official may
extend the time for action on the permit application for one
or more periods, each period not exceeding 180 days, upon
written request by the applicant showing that
circumstances beyond the control of the applicant have
prevented action from being taken. If an application has o
expired, plans and other data previously submitted for c
review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or Q
destroyed by the building official. In order to renew action
on an expired application, the applicant shall resubmit o
plans and pay a new review fee at the rates in effect at the L)
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entitled "Permit Issuance," is amended by substituting subsection 106.4.3 N
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1. Every permit issued by the building official under the c
provisions of this chapter shall expire automatically three ,
years after the date of permit issuance. However, the o
permit shall expire earlier if the work authorized by such
permit is not commenced within one year from the date
the permit is issued, or once work commences, if work is
suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days or more. U
2. The building official, after finding that no significant
changes have or will be made to the originally approved E
plans and specifications for the approved work, may extend
a permit's expiration date or revive a permit which has cc
been canceled due to inactivity, at the building official's
discretion, under the following circumstances: 0
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a. A permit issued and related to a single-family
residence, if it has expired due to inaction, may be
extended for a 90-day period, up to two times. However,
this subsection does not alter the permit's overall three Q
year expiration date as provided for in subsection
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residence may be extended for a 90-day period if work is
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started and continuously performed, and necessary
periodic inspections are made.
c. For permits other than those related to a single-
family residence, the building official may grant a single
90-day extension when only the final inspection approval
is remaining and all other work has been approved.
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that is the subject of a code enforcement proceeding under c
Ch. 1.04 KCC. Q
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Code, entitled "Extensions," is hereby repealed. �
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with the following: N
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Sec. 115.4. Violation penalties. Any person who
violates a provision of this code or fails to comply with any 2
of its requirements or who erects, installs, alters, or repairs
mechanical work in violation of: (a) the approved o
construction documents, (b) a directive of the building code
official, or (c) a permit or certificate issued under the
provisions of this code, shall be subject to penalties as set
forth in Chs. 14.08 and 1.04 KCC or as otherwise provided
by law.
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International Mechanical Code, entitled "Means of Appeal," is amended by
substituting Section 113 with the following:
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examiner is designated as the board of appeals in order to
hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or E
determinations made by the building official relative to the
suitability of alternate materials, designs, and methods of a
construction and appeals of the reasonable application and
interpretation of the building codes. Appeals shall be made
as set forth in section 14.01.110 of the Kent City Code.
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Sec. 14.01.085 Amendments to the International Energy
Conservation Code. The following local amendments to the
International Energy Conservation Code, including all amendments
enacted by the state of Washington, are hereby adopted and incorporated
into the International Energy Conservation Code:
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A. Compliance required, violations, penalties. Section C101.5, entitled a
"Compliance," is hereby amended by adding the following new subsection Q
C101.5.2:
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Sec. C101.5.2. Unlawful acts and penalties. It shall be )
unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect,
construct, alter, extend, move or occupy any building,
structure or equipment regulated by this code, or cause the m
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amended by substituting Section C110 with the following:
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Sec. C110. Board of Appeals. The City of Kent hearings
examiner is designated as the board of appeals in order to
hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or
determinations made by the building official relative to the
suitability of alternate materials, design, and methods of
construction and appeals of the reasonable application and
interpretation of the building codes. Appeals shall be made
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and 109.4 with the subsections that follow; all other subsections of
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109.1. Unlawful acts. It shall be unlawful for any person,
firm, or corporation to erect, construct, enlarge, alter,
repair, move, improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip,
use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or cause
or permit the same to be done in violation of this code.
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interpretation of the building codes. Appeals shall be made
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Sec. 110.4. Failure to Comply. Any failure to comply
with a stop work or stop use order shall constitute a
misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment in jail for a
maximum term fixed by the court of not more than ninety
(90) days, or by a fine in an amount fixed by the court of
not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by both
such imprisonment and fine, pursuant to
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shall the city hearings examiner be empowered to waive
requirements of these building codes.
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2. Filing. Appeals shall be filed with the hearings examiner by 5:00
p.m. of the fourteenth calendar day following the date of the order,
determination, or decision being appealed. When the last day of the
appeal period so computed is a Saturday, Sunday, or city holiday, the
period shall run until 5:00 p.m. on the next business day. The appeal
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superior court. When the last day of the appeal period so computed is a
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ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Kurt Hanson, AICP, EDFP
220 Fourth Avenue South
KENT Kent, WA 98032
WASHINGTON 253-856-5454
DATE: April 10, 2023
TO: Economic and Community Development Committee
SUBJECT: City of Kent Collaboration with Kent School District - Request
for Qualifications
INFORMATION ONLY: The City is issuing a request for qualifications for a
consultant project manager to guide the City and School District in joint study and
recommendations for Career and Technical Education paths. The funding source is
American Recovery Act funds. The Project purpose is to arrive at
recommendations for future investments and activities in career
readiness/workforce development curricula and to increase opportunities for the
District's young people through enhanced connections to Kent Valley employers
and potential mentors in leading edge skills.
A consultant will serve as a project manager support to complete the following:
1. Supplement the District's own activities to uncover opportunities and
build united efforts to resource, correct, and act on areas for continuous
improvement to current activities or expansion of career and technical
education and STEM offerings at schools
2. Help build baseline definitional terminology and mutual understanding
between the District and City to engage efficiently in conversations with
career connected learning and STEM programs that approach both
institutions to serve Kent youth. Help position the District and City to
work in coordinated fashion to bring on-board relevant opportunities
3. Institute a strategy with external parties in direct service delivery in
realms of internships, pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeship, STEM, and
career connection to support students' navigation between required
content and optional experiences via various courses, spaces, and
careers Support the District's strategic planning team in its on-going
efforts to document and evaluate existing after school programs and
career-relevant curricula, i.e., system-wide audit to inform prioritization
of resource development supporting staff, students, and community
organizations in areas of STEM and career connection;
4. Propose to City and District recommendations for action and investments
that will ensure Pre-K to 12t" grade students experience an intentional
and coherent system across all career education courses and STEM
opportunities both during and after the school day
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5. Offer order-of-magnitude cost estimations to increase scale or
improvement in adoption of main programs and assessment of ongoing
costs to the District.
6. Work in support of District's measurement practices on efficacy to
outcome in both evaluation and creation of:
7. Help staff at District and City build a communication plan primarily for
families and community partners. The plan will identify and help create
transparent communication tools to readily explain:
8. Support presentation of findings and recommendations from study to
District board and City councilmembers for maintenance and
sustainability of increased investment in career readiness and STEM
education opportunities.
EXHIBITS: STEM Education RFQ
SUPPORTS STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:
Innovative Government - Delivering outstanding customer service, developing leaders, and
fostering innovation.
Thriving City - Creating safe neighborhoods, healthy people, vibrant commercial districts, and
inviting parks and recreation.
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1. Request for Qua lifications_STEM_CareerConnectKSD_JointPlan (PDF)
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City of Kent — Kent School District
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Advancinq STEM and Career & Technical Education in Kent School District °o
The City of Kent (City) and Kent School District (District), in pursuit of more co
inclusive prosperity for its young people, aim to create a joint plan to act on the Y
multitude of partnerships available in the region within the realms of Science,
Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) and Career Connected Learning. The Kent 3
School District is the fifth largest in the state of Washington with nearly 7C� o
26,000 learners. Kent is, by some third-party measures, among the top 10 most 2
ethnically diverse urban areas in the United States.
The City's Economic Development Plan calls for on-going investment in workforce
development and aims to increase access to opportunities for the District's young
people through enhanced connections to Kent Valley employers and potential Y
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deliverable by end of project (to which the consultant will offer a
subordinate facilitation role to the internal District processes) is a a
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a. Key terms and categorization of efforts will include explication in
presentation form the deliverable to lay audiences inclusive of industry Y
associations, chambers of commerce, and elected officials:
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a. Identify best practices and opportunities to partner with industry and
community stakeholders for applied learning through internships,
externships, pre-apprenticeships, registered youth apprenticeships,
and mentorships
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in career and technical education and work-integrated training, T
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organizations, business and industry
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and hiring processes that can best add value
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to offer suggestions on how to best present these to residents,
employers and interested higher educational institutions
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see the interlocking connections between credit-bearing and non-credit
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received requests to partner or adopt curricula, including, but
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A. Pre-Response Information and Questions: Each response received by the
submittal deadline will be evaluated on its merits and completeness of all E
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clarifications issued by the City. If a Respondent finds a discrepancy, error or y
omission in the RFP package, or requires any written addendum thereto, the
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incurred by respondents in the preparation and submission of a response. This )I
solicitation does not obligate the City to accept or contract for any expressed or o
implied services. Furthermore, the City reserves the right to award the contract to CU
the next most qualified Consultant if the selected Consultant does not execute a
contract within 30 days after the award of the proposal.
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ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Kurt Hanson, AICP, EDFP
220 Fourth Avenue South
KENT Kent, WA 98032
WASHINGTON 253-856-5454
DATE: April 10, 2023
TO: Economic and Community Development Committee
SUBJECT: Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance - Outreach & Code Update
INFORMATION ONLY: Long Range Planning staff will provide an update on our
work to reduce barriers to constructing accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The
purpose of this presentation is for City staff to update ECDC on public outreach
results and to receive feedback on proposed code amendments considering the
diverse array of feedback.
BACKGROUND: An ADU is an additional (accessory) dwelling unit on the same lot
as a detached single-family residence that provides basic living, sleeping, eating,
cooking, and sanitation requirements. It can be attached or detached from the
primary residence. ADUs are sometimes called "in-law" units, casitas, or backyard
cottages.
Kent has allowed attached and detached accessory dwelling units since 1995.
However, less than 30 ADUs have been permitted since 2010. The ADU code update
was identified as a high-priority implementation item in KHOP. As such, staff
applied for and received a Housing Action Plan Implementation Grant from the
Department of Commerce for $80,000 to fund the completion of this work before
June 15, 2023.
From February 24 through 31, staff collected surveys to gather feedback from the
community on potential ADU code changes. Surveys were provided in English and
Spanish online and in paper format. Staff attended in-person events (such as the
Kent Downtown Partnership Nerd Party), set up a table at Kent Commons and the
Senior Center, and provided flyers to the YMCA and other organizations. Staff also
attended existing community meetings. In addition, information about the project
and survey was distributed via social media ad buys, the Mayor's weekly
newsletter, postcards to a random sample of 500 households, and email blasts.
Over 300 survey responses were received. A summary of the survey responses is
attached. We will provide a more detailed summary at the next ECDC meeting.
PROPOSED CODE DIRECTION:
The following table includes the identified barriers to ADU construction based on
research, best practices, interviews, and a comparison to other jurisdictions. It then
summarizes the feedback we received from our community engagement and the
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proposed code changes to address the barrier. The final column compares the
proposed code changes with pending state legislation (HB 1337 and SIB 5235).
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Identified Feedback with
Barrier Received Proposed Code Changes Potential
State
Legislation
Design Ensure high- Remove matching provisions in Yes
quality buildings favor of prohibited materials to
without burdening ensure high-quality materials.
development.
Ownership Allow for entry- Remove owner occupancy Yes
level independent requirement. Explicitly allow
home ownership. units to utilize state condo
process to increase ownership
opportunities.
Utilities A required second Add a provision that allows the N/A
water meter is homeowner to decide whether
costly. to have separate or shared
meters.
Height 56% of Remove restriction that ADU Yes
respondents cannot be taller than primary
support ADUs unit. Propose a height 11'
taller than the shorter than the zone
primary home. maximum (35' height zone, 24'
ADU) but not correlate it to the
main home.
Size Most respondents Propose limits for ADUs No (1,000 sq
support seeing correlated with lot size ranging ft, potential)
units 600-1,000 from 800 to 1,000 sq ft
sq ft
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Parking 54% of Allow parking in garage and Yes
respondents driveway to count towards total
support on-street stalls (policy change), no
parking. parking required within 1/4 mile
of major transit as already
required under state law.
Retain requirement for one
stall per ADU.
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Quantity 57% of Allow 2 ADUs on lots over No (min. lot
respondents 10,000 sq ft size may be
support allowing 2 2,000 sq ft)
ADUs per lot.
Impact Council and LUPB Waive the first impact fee for Somewhat -
Fees were supportive of school, parks (already waived additional
waiving and/or under current code), and covenants
reducing impact transportation. The full impact required in law
fees. fee is required for a second
ADU.
Fire is already reduced at 1/3,
retain.
EXHIBITS:
Survey_Responses_Report_ADU_Final.pdf
SUPPORTS STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:
Thriving City - Creating safe neighborhoods, healthy people, vibrant commercial districts, and
inviting parks and recreation.
Inclusive Community - Embracing our diversity and advancing equity through genuine community
engagement.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Survey_Responses_Report_ADU_Final (PDF)
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ADU Survey
SURVEY RESPONSE REPORT
24 February 2023 - 04 April 2023
PROJECT NAME:
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Q4 Kent requires homeowners who build an ADU to include one additional off-
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Q5 Kent's regulations prevent property owners from building detached ADUs taller than the
main house on the property. This means that ADUs that share a site with one of Kent's many
single-story homes could not be taller than one story.
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ADUs taller than the main home (up to two stories)?
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Documents that clearly explain the process for permitting and building an ADU
A preapproved ADU design to reduce architecture costs and expedite permitting
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Office or other bonus/storage space 0 Residence for adult children 0 Residence for aging family member(s)
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