HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-36 Repealing and Reenacting Title 10, Chapter 1; Adopting by Reference the 1998 Edition of the International Mechanical Code, The 1997 Editions of the Uniform Building Code, Uniform Fire Code, and Others
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ORDINANCE NO. 36,
SERIES OF 1999
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING AND REENACTING TITLE 1{}, CHAPTER 1, ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE THE '1958 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL MEGHANICAL CODE, THE
1997 EDITIONS OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, THE UNIFORM FIRE GODE, THE
UNIFORM CODE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS, THE UNIFORM
MECHANICAL CODE, AND THE INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE; THE X5861599
ED1T10N OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE; THE 1995 EDITION OF THE MODEL
ENERGY CODE, AND THE 1994 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, AND,
WITH REGARD TO THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED CODES, ADOPTING CERTAIN
APPENDICES, SETTING FORTH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS THERETO, AND SETTING
FORTH DETAILS IN REGARD THERETO.
WHEREAS, the 1398 edi#ion of tyre lnterna#ional Mechanical Code (iMC}, the 1997 editions
of the Uniform Building Code (UBC), the Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC} and the International
Plumbing Gade (IPC); the X9961999 edition of the National Electric Code (NEC}, the 1995 edition
of the Model Energy Code (MEC), and the 1994 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) have
been published; and
WHEREAS, the Town wishes to adopt these codes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
VAIL, COLORADO THAT:
1) Article 10, Chapter 1 of the Municipal Cade of the Town of Vail is hereby repealed and
reenacted to read as follows:
CHAPTER 1
BUILDING CODES
SECTION:
10-1-1: Preamble
10-1-2: Codes Adopted By Reference
10-1-3:Amendments To Uniform Building Code
101-4:Amendments To Uniform Fire Cade
101-5:Amendments To International Mechanical Code
10-1-6: Amendments To National Electrical Code
10-1-7: Copies of Cedes Available
10-1-8: Penalties
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cleleten! Items that are underlined (underlined) are proposed new material. Items that are neither
dashed through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is,
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10-1-1: PREAMBI! E:
The Charter of the Town of Vail and the statutes of the state of Colorado provide that standard
codes may be adopted by reference with amendments; and the Town of Vail wishes to adopt the
1997 editions of the Uniform Building Code, the Uniform Mechanical Code, the Uniform Fire Code,
the Uniform Code far the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings and the lnternatianal Plumbing Cade;
the 1998 edition of the International Mechanical Code, the 1995 edition of the Model Energy Code,
the 1994 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code, and the 1999 edition Of the National Electric
Code.
10-1-2: CODES ADOPTED BY REFERENCE:
A. Building Code: The Uniform Building Code, 1997 edition, Volumes 1, 2 and 3, including
Appendix Chapters 3, Division !f; 11, 12, Division 11; 13, 15, 30, 31, Division II; 33, and 34, Divisions
1 and II; is hereby adopted by reference. The Uniform Building Code, 1997 is published by the
International Conference of Building Officials, 5360 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, California
90601-2298.
B. Fire Code: The Uniform Fire Code, 1997 edition, Volumes 1 and 2, and all appendix chapters
thereto, is hereby adopted by reference. The Uniform Fire Code, 1997 edition, is published by the
International Fire Code Institute, 5360 Workman MIII Road, Whittier, California 90601-2298.
C. Mechanical Code: The international Mechanical Code, 1998 edition, including Appendix A, is
hereby adopted by reference. The international Mechanical Code, 1998 edition, is published by the
International Code Council, 5203 Leesburg Pike, Suite 708, Falls Church, Virginia 22041-3401. The
Uniform Mechanical Code, 1997 edition, and all appendix chapters thereto, are hereby adopted by
reference as an acceptable alternative to the International Mechanical Code, 1998 edition. The
NOTE: Items that are dashed throxtgh ~Ia.:,f~;:~'-t#re~g~l~ are existing amendments that are proposed to be
deleted. Items that are underlined (underlined) are proposed new material. Items that are neither dashed
through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is.
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adopted by reference as an acceptable alternative to the International Mechanical Code, 1998
edition. The Uniform Mechanical Code, 1997 edition, is published by the International Conference
of Building Officials, 5360 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, California 90601-2298.
D, Plumbing Code: The Uniform Plumbing Code, 1994 edition, Chapters 2-12; Chapter 14;
Appendices A-J, and Installation Standards 1-13, 16, 18, 20 and 21; is hereby adopted by
reference. The Uniform Plumbing Code, 1994 edition, is published by the International Association
of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, 20001 Walnut Drive South, Wafnu#, California, 99789-2825.
The International Plumbing Code, 1997 edition, including Appendices B-F, is hereby adopted by
reference as an acceptable alternative to the Uniform Plumbing Code, 1994 edition. The
international Plumbing Code, 1997 edition, is published by the Intemational Code Council, 5203
Leesburg Pike, Suite 708, Falls Church, Virginia 22041-3409.
E. Abatement Of Dangerous Buildings Code: The Uniform Code for the Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings, 1997 edition, is hereby adapted by reference. The Uniform Code
for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997 edition, is published by the International
Conference of Building Officials, 5360 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, California 90601-2298.
F. The National Electrical Code, ~-99~ 1999 edition, and all appendix chapters thereto, are
hereby adopted by reference. The National Electric Code, a-99C 1999 edition, is published
by the National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy,
Massachusetts 02259.
G. Energy Code: The Model Energy Code,,1995 edition, is hereby adopted by reference through
adoption of Appendix Chapter 13 of the Uniform Building Code, 1997 edition, as noted above. The
NOTI/.• Items that are dashed through k:ed S'~} are existing amendments that are proposed to be
deleted. Items that are underlined (underlined) are proposed new material. Items that are neither
dashed through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is.
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Model Energy Code is published by the Council of American Building Officials, 5203 Leesburg Pike,
f=alls Church, Virginia 22041.
10-1-3: AMENDMENTS TO UNIFORM BUILDING CODE:
The following amendments are hereby made to the Uniform Building Code, 1997 edition:
Chapter A34, Section A3406.2 of the appendix of the Uniform Building Cade, 1997 edition, is
hereby amended to read as follows: ,43408.2 Effective Date. Within eighteen {1$} months
after notification by a building official of the Town of Vail, the plans far compliance shat! be
submitked and approved, and wi#hin eighteen {18) months thereafter the work shall be
completed or the building shall be vacated until made to conform.
Sections 107.2 and 107.3 are hereby repealed and reenacted to read as follows:
107.2 Valuation. The valuation for a building permit shall be based on the average cost figures per
square foot shown in the building valuation data chart published bimonthly in the Building
Standards Magazine of the International Conference of Building Officials, a copy of which shall be
on file in the Department of Community Development of the Town with the following modifiers, or
an the actual cost of construction, whichever is greater.
CONSTRUCTION 7_ONES
Modifers
Zone & Title ~ Per Sa. Ft. Identification
ZONE #1
1. Matterhorn 1.0 Matterhorn Village, Vail Village West 1st & 2nd, Donovan Pk.,
West Vail exit to Coldstream south of freeway.
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deleted: Items that are underlined (underlined} are proposed neiv material. Items that are neither
dashed through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is.
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1. intermountain
1. West Vail
2. East Vail
2. The Valley
2. Lions Ridge
2. Sandstone
3. Potato Patch
3. Booth Creek
3. Golf Course
3. Village Area
3. Glen Lyon
3. Lionshead
1.0 From West Vail exit west on south side of freeway.
1.0 Vaii Ridge, Vail Das Schone 1st, 2nd, & 3rd, Vail Heights,
Buffer Creek Rd. west on north side of freeway.
ZONE #2
1.2 East of East Vail exit. Includes all Bighorn Subs., Pitkin Creek
Meadows, Gore Creek Sub., and Val Meadows.
1.2 Lions Ridge 3rd & upper sections of upper sections of Lions
Ridge 4th, Casolar, The Valley, Cliffside.
1.2 Part of Lions Ridge 1st and 2nd East Buffer Cr. Rd. to Vail
View.
1.2 East of Vail View Dr., ABC School Dr., including Vail Run.
ZONE #3
1.7 From Potato Patch Club north.
1.7 Vail Village 11th, 12th, & 13th, Vail Mtn. School, Booth Creek
area both north & south of freeway.
1.7 Vaii Valley 1st, 3rd & 4th, Vail Village 7th, 8th, & 9th,
Northwoods and Pinos del Norte.
1.7 Vail Village 1st, 4th, & 5th. East of Vail Road to Gold Park.
1.7 Glen Lyon Sub. & Cascade Village up S. Frontage Road to
V.A. Maint. Shop.
1.7 Vail Village 2nd, Vai! Lionshead 1st, 3rd, 4th & part of 2nd.
Lionshead parking structure to West Day lot.
NOTE.• Items that are dashed through are existing amendments that are proposed to be
deleted. Items that are underlined (underlined) are proposed new material. Items that are neither
dashed through ~tor underlined are proposed to remain as is.
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ZONE #4
4. West Meadow 2.6 Vai! Village 3rd & 6th. Part of Vail Beaver Dam Area
Lionshead 2nd, TOV Offices to residences adjacent to Vail
Mountain.
4. 5praddle Creek 2.6 North of Freeway to new subdivision.
1D7.3 Construction Fee Schedule. The construction fee schedule for the Town of Vail shall be
maintained in the Building Safety & Inspection Services office erg of the Community
Development Department.
Section 109.1, Use and Occupancy, is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 109 -CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
109.1 Use and Occupancy. No building or structure shall be used or occupied, and no change
in the existing occupancy classification of a building or structure or portion thereof shall be
made until the building official has issued a certificate of occupancy therefor as provided herein.
EXCEPTION: Additions. alterations or repairs to existing Group R, Division 3 and
Group U Occupancies.
Issuance of a certifiicate of occupancy shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the
provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction. Certificates presuming to give
authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction
shall not be valid.
Appendix Chapter 12, Division il, Section A12D8.1, first paragraph, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
NQT.~: Items that are dashed through are exfsting amendments that are proposed to be
deleted. Items that are underlined {underlined} are proposed new material. Items that are neither
. dashed through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is.
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A1208.1 General. In Group R occupancies, wall and floor-ceiling assemblies separating dwelling
units or guest roams from A-1, A-2, A-2.1, and A-3 from each other and from public space such as
interior corridors and service areas shall provide airborne sound insula#ion for walls and both
airborne and impact sound insulation for floor -ceiling assemblies. (Ord. 15(1993) ~§ 2, 3, 5: Ord.
25(1991} § 1)
1~-1-4: AMENDMENTS TO UNIFORM FIRE CODI=: The following amendments are made
to the Uniform Fire Code, 1997 edition:
Section 103.2.1.2 is hereby amended by replacing the words "pelice officer" with the words "peace
officer" per CRS 18-1-901, 3(1)(111), Peace Officer, Level ll, to read as follows:.
183.2.1.2 Fire prevention bureau personnel and police. The Chief and members of the fire
prevention bureau shall have the powers of a peace officer in performing their duties under this
cads.
Section 103.4.1.2 is hereby amended by replacing the word "condemnation" with the word
"hazard", to read as follows:
Unsafe heating or electrical equipment and structural hazards. When the chief deems any ... The
chief is authorized to affix a hazard tag prohibiting the use thereof...
Section 105.8 is hereby amended to include the requirement for a permit for the following items
only:
a.4. Ast3estos removal
c.1. Candles and open flame in assembly areas
c.2. Carnivals and fairs
c.7. Compressed gases
c.9. Cryogens.
d.1. Dry cleaning plants
e.1. Explosives and blasting
f.1. Fireworks
NOTE: Items that are dashed through are existing amendments that are proposed to be
deleted. Items that are underlrrted (underlined) are proposed new material. Items that are neither
dashed through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is.
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f.3. Flammable or combustible liquids, for:
4. Underground tank removal
6. Installation of fuel equipment
6. Installation, removal, alteration of tanks
7. Alternate use of tanks
h.1. Hazardous materials in excess of Article 80 limits
h.3. Hot-work operations
1.1. LPG (see Article 82)
1.2. Liquid- orgas-fueled vehicles in assembly buildings
0.1. Open burning
p.3. Pyrotechnical special effects
t.1. Temporary membrane structures, #ents and canopies
Section 207E is amended to change the definition of FALSE ALARM to read as follows:
The activation of a device or transmission of an alarm signal, indicating an emergency exists and/or
necessitating response by the Vail Police Department or the Vail Fire Department, where no
emergency exists.
Article 10 is amended to add to Section 1001.6.4, the words as follows:
Tampering: The unauthorized removal, manipulation, alteration, adjustment, operation, service,
maintenance, installation, or other action, involving an alarm system or components thereof,
including but not limited to wiring, devices, equipment, control panels, switches, and other
appurtenances, by any individual, person, corporation, or other entity, who is not in possession of
a valid and current Town of Vail Contractor's License, as required by Town of Vaii regulations.
Section 1001.7.2, Clear space around hydrants is amended to read:
A clear and unobstructed space shall be maintained around a fire hydrant with the following
minimum distances: front - 15 feet, rear - 4 feet, sides - 7 feet. Fire hydrants shall be installed and
maintained to provide a minimum of 36 inches of clearance between the center of the outlet caps
and finish grade. Standards set forth by other agencies, including the water district, may be
NOTE: Items that are dashed through are existing amendments that are proposed to be
deleted. Items That are underlined (underlined) are proposed new material. Items that are neither
dashed through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is.
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referenced and enforced providing the mast restrictive shall apply.
Section 1003.3, Sprinkler Monitoring and Alarms, is amended to read:
All valves controlling the water supply far automatic fire sprinkler systems and water flow
switches on all fire sprinkler systems shall be electronically monitored.
Section 1003.3 Sprinkler Monitoring and Alarms is further amended #o delete items 1 and 2, as
follows:
1. T~ve~-t~-cr msx:~~ 1, ^;•11s1a;~ 1.1 ~.d 1.'?~sE~pcs~ies
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Section 1007.2.2.1, General, is amended to delete Exception 1.
Section 1007.2.2.2 is amended to change the phrase `°-esst~p~ .sy I; cd-Ef 1,098" to "occupancy load
of 500" in bath the section title and the text of the section.
Section 1007.2.4.3 Exterior alarm signaling device is amended to add the words "only when used
as a fire sprinkler flow indicator."
Section 1007.2.9.1.2., Manual fire alarm boxes, is deleted in its entirety.
Section 1106 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 1108 GAS METERS AND PIPING
Above ground gas meters, regulators, and piping shall be protected from damage by ice or snow,
and if exposed to vehicular damage due to proximity to alleys, driveways, or parking areas, shall
be protected from such damage in an approved manner.
Section 2501.16 is hereby amended by the addition of Section 2501.16.4 to read as follows:
2501.16.4 Standing Room Only Prohibited. Lessees, owners, managers, promoters, their
employees or agents shall not advertise, allow the sale of, or o#herwise permit standing room only
NOTE.• Items that are dashed through ~~} are existing amendments that are proposed to be
deletc~r.I. Items that ar•e underlined (underlined) are proposed new material. Items that are neither
dashed through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is.
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access or tickets to be sold at indoor or outdoor concerts, meetings, or other assemblies. The use
of cross aisles shall be restricted to egress and access only and shall not be u#ifized for standing
at any such concert, meeting, or other assembly. The use of the area between the front row of
seating and the stage, bandstand, security barriers or other similar physical barrier shall not be
permitted to be used for standing room. (ord. 25(1991) § 1)
'IU-9-5: AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAf_ MECHANICAL CODE:
The following amendments are made #a the lnternationa! Mechanical Code, 1998 edition:
Section 809.12 is amended by deleting the text of item number 6 in its entire#y and renumbering
item number 7 as item number 6.
Section 926, "UNVENTEq ROOM HEATERS," is dele#ed in its entirety.
1p~1-6: AMENDMENTS TO THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE.
The following amendments are hereby made to National Electric Code, ~-9Sf 1999 edition:
A. All electrical wiring in Groups A, B, E, F, H, I, and '~, M and S occupancies as defined in the
Uniform Building Code shall be encased in conduits, raceways, or an approved armor. All wiring
in Group R occupancies shall be encased in metal conduits, raceways, or an approved metal
armored cable to the circuit breaker box far each unit. No aluminum wire or copper clad aluminum
wire smaller than size 8 will be permitted within the Town.
B. Persons engaged in the installation of remote control, low energy power, and signal circuits as
defined in article 725 and 760 of this code, need not be licensed themselves pursuant to Title 12,
Article 23, Colorado Revised Statutes, nor work under the supervision of such licensed electricians;
however, ail such persons shall register with-the State Electrical Board. Proof of registration shall
be produced by the registrant and provided to the Town of Vail Building Official.
NOTE: Items that are dashed through {~-~':vd ~h} are existfng amendments that are proposed to be
deleted Items that are underlined (underlined? are proposed ne~v material. Items that are neither
dashed through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is.
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C. Aft such installations of remote control, low energy power and signal systems are subject to the
permits and inspections set forth in 12-23-116 C.R.S. Accordingly, al! installations of remote
con#rol, low energy power and signal systems must be performed in accordance with the minimum
standards set forth in the National Electric Code.
10-1 ~ti: COPIES OF CODES AVAILABLE:
Copies of all the codes adopted by this Chapter and all amendments thereto shall be available far
inspection at the ofFce of the Town Clerk. (Ord. 25(1991) § 1j
14-1-7; PENALTIES:
A. Any person who violates any of the provisions of the Codes adopted by this Chapter or fail to
comply therewith, or who violates or faits to comply with any order made thereunder, or who builds
in violation of any detailed statements, specifications, or plans submitted and approved thereunder,
or any certificate or permit issued thereunder, or within the time fixed therein shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor and subject to penalty as provided in Section 1-41 of this Code. The imposition of
a penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue; and ail such
persons sha!! be required to correct or remedy such violation or defects within a reasonable time,
and each day that the prohibited conditions are maintained shall constitute a separate offense,
B. The Tawn may maintain an action for damages, declaratory relief, specific performance,
injunc#ion, or any other appropriate relief in the District Court in and for the County of Eagle for any
violation of any of the provisions of this Chapter. (1997 Code: Ord. 25(1991) § 1)
2) ff any part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason
held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining porkions of this
ordinance; and the Town Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance, and each
NOTE.• Items that are dashed through (.~.i~,~~,a~T are existing amendments that are proposed to be
deleted Items drat ure underlined (underlined) are proposed new material. Items that are neither
dashed through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is.
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part, section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, regardless of the fact that any one
or mare parts, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
3} The Town Council hereby finds, determines, and declares that this ordinance is necessary and
proper for the health, safety, and welfare of the Town of Vail and the inhabitants thereof.
4) The repeal or the repeal and reenactment of any provision of the Municipal Code
of the Town of Vaf! as provided in this ordinance shaft not affect any right which has accrued, any
duty imposed, any violation that occurred prior to the effective date hereof, any prosecution
commenced, nor any other action or proceedings as commenced under or by vir#ue of the provision
repealed or repeated and reenacted. The repeal of any provision hereby shall not revive any
provision or any ordinance previously repealed or superseded unless expressly stated herein.
5) All bylaws, orders, resolutions, and ordinances, or parts thereof, inconsistent herewith are
repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repeal shall not be construed to revise any
bylaw, order, resolution, or ordinance, or part thereof, theretofore repeated.
6} The building codes adopted in this ordinance shalt be effective for elf building permit applications
received by the Town of Vail, Community Development Department, Building Safety & Inspection
Services office t3'w~ier~, after January 1, 2000.
INTRODUCED, Rf`AD, APPROVED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ONCE IN FULL ON FIRST
READING this 7th day of December, 1999, and a public hearing shalt be held on this Ordinance
on the 21st day of December, 1999, at 7:OD p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Vail Municipal
Building, Vail, Colorado.
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deleted. Items that are underlined (underlined) are proposed new material. Items that are neither
. dashed through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is.
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Ludwig Kurz, Mayor
READ AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED this 21st day of
December, 1999.
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deleted. Items that are underlined (underlined) are propvsed new material. Items that are neither
dashed through nor underlined are proposed to remain as is.