HomeMy WebLinkAboutFS 2011-02-23 COMPLETE AGENDA PACKET 1 0.1tLA w City of Tukwila Distribution:
f K. Hougardy C. O'Flaherty
Finance and Safety J. Hernandez S. Kerslake
J y Committee D. Robertson K. Matej
A. Ekberg B. Arthur
0 Kathy Hougardy, Chair
Mayor Haggerton C. Parrish
190: 0 Joan Hernandez S. Lancaster D. Almberg
0 Dennis Robertson
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2011
CONFERENCE Room #3, 5:00 PM
Item Recommended Action Page
1. PRESENTATION(S)
2. BUSINESS AGENDA
a. Code Amendments: a. Forward to 2/28 C.O.W.
(1) Five -story type VA construction. and 3/7 Regular Mtg. Pg.1
Bob Benedicto, Building Official
(2) Fire Code Updates: Don Tomaso, Fire Marshal Pg.9
(a) Fire Sprinklers Pg.11
(b) Fire Alarms P
(c) High -rise Construction P
(d) Mid -rise Construction Pg.35
(3) Fire Code Amendment regarding Fire Lane Violations. Pg.53
b. 2010 Investment Report for Fourth Quarter. b. Information only. Pg.63
Peggy McCarthy, Deputy Finance Director
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. MISCELLANEOUS
Next Scheduled Meeting: Wednesday, March 8, 2011
Committee Goals:
x Work together in cooperation with nearby cities to address common problems in the Highway 99 corridor and
Military Road.
x Ensure a commitment to continued human services funding in relation to the cost of living through consistent review
of regional, state and federal budgets affecting human services progams and services (also assigned to CAP).
x Research the viability of sponsoring a City -wide Citizens' Academy (also assigned to CAP).
6 The City of Tukwila strives to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Please contact the City Clerk's Office at 206 433 1800 or (tukclerk @ci.tukwila.wa.us) for assistance.
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J rt r J Haggerton, Mayor
90'- INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Haggerton
Finance and Safety Committee
FROM: Jack Pace, Department of Community Development Director
DATE: February 16, 2011
SUBJECT: Ordinance to allow the construction of five story buildings classified as
type VA Construction (5 over 1)
ISSUE
Shall the Council approve an ordinance which would allow the construction of five story, Type
VA, conventional light frame wood construction? The current limitations for a Type VA building
classification is four stories and 70 feet.
BACKGROUND
The issue of allowing five -story conventional wood frame construction was raised in 2000 at a
joint meeting of King County Planning Directors and Building Officials. While this provision was
not incorporated into the State Building Code, there was agreement that the code allows for the
use of alternative materials and methods of construction when comparability can be
demonstrated.
The Cities of Seattle, Portland, Tacoma, Everett, Federal Way, SeaTac and Burien have utilized
this code provision to adopt local code amendments to allow five -story conventional wood frame
buildings of one -hour fire resistive construction Type VA building classification. More recently
the State Building Code Council has adopted a permanent rule that allows the current maximum
allowable number of stories of Type VA building classification to be increased by one story.
This increase is permitted when the interior exit stairways and ramps are pressurized and the
building is provided with an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout. The effective date of
this rule is July 1, 2011.
These cities offer this alternate construction type as a design tool for building economically
viable mixed use and multi family buildings, without reducing the fire and life safety
requirements. Many factors are involved in the advantages of conventional wood frame
construction. The speed of erection, design flexibility, the use of renewable resources, efficient
building concepts in terms of energy conservation, safety and reliability under extreme
conditions such as earthquakes are a few that can be named.
DISCUSSION
The building code limits the size and height of buildings based on the classification of
construction and the character of the occupancy housed therein. Type VA construction is that
type of construction classification in which the structural elements, exterior walls, interior walls
and roof are of any materials permitted by the code, provided that these elements are
constructed of approved one hour fire resistive assemblies.
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The model codes, as far back as 1976 limited the height of an apartment building of the
referenced Type of construction to three stories and 50 feet in height. The International Building
Code now allows this same building type and occupancy to be increased by one additional story
and 20 feet to result in a building of four stories and 70 feet in height. This is allowed when an
approved NFPA 13, automatic fire sprinkler system is installed.
It is clear that the authors of this code change considered an automatic fire sprinkler system as
adequate mitigation for allowing an additional 20 feet of building height and one additional story
in this type of construction. The proposed ordinance would allow one additional story to the
maximum allowed by code, while maintaining 70 feet as the maximum allowable building height
in any case.
The concept of this ordinance is to afford occupants and first responders an equal or greater
level of safety than the occupants of a (code prescribed) four story wood frame building are
afforded. This is being accomplished by eliminating the fire resistive reductions that are allowed
for fire sprinkler systems, and eliminating any exceptions to fire sprinkler coverage that is
allowed by other standards.
This increase in the number of stories and the 25% increase to the allowable area limitations will
be afforded to buildings of R -1, and R -2 Occupancies (apartments and hotels) only.
There would be a fully automatic fire alarm system, two hour fire resistive construction of the
exit stair enclosures, pressurized stair and elevator shaft enclosures in addition to a required
automatic fire sprinkler system. In all, the mitigating fire safety features of this conventional light
frame constructed building will make this building safer for the occupants than any building of
this type that is otherwise constructed.
RECOMMENDATION
The Council is being asked to approve the ordinance to allow the construction of five story
buildings of Type VA classification and to consider this item at the February 28, 2011
Committee of the Whole meeting and subsequent March 7, 2011 Regular Meeting.
ATTACHMENTS
Draft Ordinance
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DRAFT
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR 5 STORY TYPE
VA CONSTRUCTION, TO BE CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE,
CHAPTER 16.05 "5 -STORY TYPE V -A CONSTRUCTION PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that it is in the best interest of the City to provide
additional tools to build economically viable mixed -use and multi family buildings; and
WHEREAS, the International Building Code provides for the approval of alternate material,
methods of design, and methods of construction; and
WHEREAS, RCW 19.27.060 allows cities to amend the State Building Code, provided the
application of any that applies within their jurisdiction shall not result in a code that is less than
the minimum performance standards and objectives contained in the State Building Code; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that providing this alternate method of construction
should provide an incentive for the construction of economically viable mixed -use and
residential occupancies that is the City's growth strategy in commercial zones along the Tukwila
International Boulevard Corridor, Tukwila Urban Center and the Tukwila South area;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Regulations Established. Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 16.05,
"5 -Story Type V -A Buildings," is hereby established to read as follows:
CHAPTER 16.05
5 STORY TYPE V -A BUILDINGS
Sections:
16.05.010 Purpose of Chapter
16.05.020 Construction
16.05.030 Occupancy
16.05.040 Stair Enclosures
16.05.050 Fire Detection and Protection
16.05.060 Building Height
16.05.070 Basic Allowable Floor Area
16.05.080 Elevators
16.05.090 Fire Department Access
16.05.100 Attic Roof Ventilation General Design Detail
16.05.110 Construction Inspections
16.05.120 Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems
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Section 2. TMC Section 16.05.010, "Purpose of Chapter," hereby reads as follows:
16.05.010 Purpose of Chapter
The purpose of TMC Chapter 16.05 is to authorize the construction of 5 -story Type V -A
buildings as an approved alternate design and construction method under Section 104.11 of the
International Buildina Code. 2009 Edition, and to set forth the criteria and standards which must
be met prior to a building permit is issued for a 5 -story Type V -A building.
Section 3. TMC Section 16.05.020, "Construction," hereby reads as follows:
16.05.020 Construction
A. International Building Code Requirements. Five -story Type V -A buildings shall
comply with all requirements of the International Buildina Code. 2009 Edition, except as
specifically required by this chapter. In the event of a conflict between the International Building
Code and the provisions of this chapter, the provisions of this chapter shall control. In the event
of a conflict between the language in Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 16.48 and the provisions
of this chapter, the provisions of this chapter shall control. References in this chapter to building
construction "types" (e.g. Type I, or Type VA) shall have the same meaning as set forth in the
International Building Code. 2009 Edition.
B. Lowest Story Construction Requirements. The lowest story in a five -story Type VA
building shall be constructed of Type V -A fire resistive construction, except that all structural
frame and load bearing elements shall be of approved, two -hour fire resistive construction.
C. Upper Four Stories. The upper four stories of a five -story Type V -A building shall be
constructed of at least Type V -A fire resistive construction with no exceptions permitted.
D. Use of Type V -A Above Type IA Construction. Where Type V -A stories are
constructed over Type IA construction, the Type VA story shall be separated from the Type
stories with a horizontal assembly having a minimum three -hour fire resistance rating as
provided in the International Building Code, 2009 Edition. Shafts, stairway, ramp and escalator
enclosures through the horizontal assembly shall have not less than two -hour fire resistance
rating with opening protective's in accordance with International Building Code, 2009 Edition,
Section 715.4. No exceptions permitted.
E. Non Load Bearing Walls. Non load bearing walls, exterior and interior walls, shall be
construction if at least Type V -A fire resistive construction, no exceptions permitted.
F. Shafts. Shafts shall be constructed of an approved two -hour fire resistive assemble,
with duct penetrations protected with fire /smoke dampers rated for one and one half -hour fire
resistive rating. No exceptions permitted.
G. Corridors. Except for corridors within a dwelling or sleeping unit, corridors serving an
occupant load greater than ten, shall be constructed of one -hour fire resistive construction, and
shall comply with the International Building Code, 2009 Edition requirements for "Fire
Partitions." No exceptions are permitted.
Section 4. TMC Section 16.05.030, "Occupancy," hereby reads as follows:
16.05.030 Occupancy
A. Occupancy of five -story Type V -A buildings shall be Group R -1 or R -2 Occupancies
permitted above the first floor. Group S -2, parking garages, B, M, R, or Multiple Group A
occupancies, each with an occupant load of less than 300, shall be permitted on the first floor
only.
B. "Occupancy" shall have the same meaning as set forth in the International Building
Code.
Section 5. TMC Section 16.05.040, "Stair Enclosures," hereby reads as follows:
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16.05.040 Stair Enclosures
Where buildings are designed and constructed pursuant to this section, all stair enclosures
shall be two -hour fire resistive construction with one and one -half hour opening protection. Stair
enclosures shall be pressurized as described in the International Building Code, Section
909.20.5.
Section 6. TMC Section 16.05.050, "Fire Detection and Protection," hereby reads as
follows:
16.05.050 Fire Detection and Protection
A. Fire Sprinkler System. Five -story Type V -A buildings shall be protected throughout by
an automatic fire sprinkler system as defined in Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter, 16.42, and the
International Buildina Code, 2009 Edition, the International Fire Code, 2009 Edition and as
defined by the National Fire Protection Association Standards (NFPA) 13, as set forth herein.
The 2009 Editions of the International Building and Fire Codes as presently constituted or as
herein after amended.
B. Fire Detection System. A monitored manual and automatic fire detection system shall
be installed throughout the building with audible and visual alarm signals. Fire alarm installation
shall be in accordance with the International Buildina Code, 2009 Edition, International Fire
Code, NFPA 72 and Tukwila Municipal Code, Chapter 16.40.
C. Equipment and Controls Location. Fire detection system equipment and controls
shall be located in a location approved by the Fire Marshall. The monitoring equipment shall be
located in a separate room enclosed with one -hour fire rated barriers or horizontal assemblies
constructed in accordance with the International Buildina Code. 2009 Edition,.
D. Class I standpipe hose connections are required. A Class 1 standpipe shall be
located in every stairway, a hose connection shall be provided for each floor level; and on
intermediate floor level landings between floors unless otherwise approved by the Fire Marshall.
E. Standby Generator. A standby power generator set shall be provided on the premises
in accordance with the Washington Cities Electrical Code and NFPA 70 as presently constituted
or hereafter amended. The standby system shall have the capacity and rating to sufficiently
supply all equipment required to be operational at the same time, including but not limited to:
1. Emergency lighting; and
2. Stair enclosure and elevator shaft pressurization; and
3. Elevators.
Section 7. TMC Section 16.05.060, "Building Height," hereby reads as follows:
16.05.060 Building Height
A. The maximum height of buildings designed and constructed pursuant to this section
shall be 70 -feet. The building height shall be measured as described in the International
Building Code, 2009 Edition as presently constituted or hereafter amended. No additional
height increases are permitted.
B. Where a five -story Type V -A building is to be constructed over a base structure of Type I
construction, the overall height of the resulting building shall not exceed
70 -feet, as measured from the grade plane. No additional height increases are permitted.
Section 8. TMC Section 16.05.070, "Basic Allowable Floor Area," hereby reads as follows:
16.05.070 Basic Allowable Floor Area
The basic allowable area of floors of a five -story Type V -A building shall be as stated in
Table 503 and Section 506 of the International Building Code. 2009 Edition, as presently
constituted or as hereafter amended. For the purpose of this Chapter only, the total allowable
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area as calculated subject to Table 503 and Section 506 of the International Building Code.
2009 Edition, may be increased by 25
Section 9. TMC Section 16.05.080, "Elevators," hereby reads as follows:
16.05.080 Elevators
A. Elevators shall comply with the requirements of International Buildina Code. 2009
Edition. Chapter 30, and the following:
1. One elevator shall be provided for Fire Department emergency access to all floors;
and
2. Such elevator car shall be of a size and arrangement to accommodate a 24 -inch by
84 -inch ambulance stretcher with no less than 5 -inch radius corners in the horizontal, open
position and shall be identified by the International Symbol for Emergency Medical Services
(Star of Life). The symbol shall not be Tess than 3- inches and shall be placed inside, and on
both sides of the hoist way door frame; and
3. An enclosed elevator lobby shall be provided at each floor. The lobby enclosure
shall separate the elevator shaft enclosure doors from each floor by fire partitions as prescribed
in the International Building Code. 2009 Edition, Section 709. Fire partitions shall have a fire
resistance rating of not less than one -hour, no exceptions will be permitted; and
4. Doors protecting openings in the elevator lobby, and enclosure walls shall also
comply with the International Buildina Code. 2009 Edition, Section 715.4.3 as required for
corridors; and
5. Penetrations of the elevator lobby enclosure by ductwork and air transfer openings
shall be protected as required for corridors; and
6. Elevator lobbies shall have at least one means of egress complying with provisions
of the International Buildina Code. 2009 Edition, Chapter 10; and
7. As an alternative to providing elevator lobbies, the elevator shaft enclosure shall be
pressurized in accordance with the International Buildina Code. 2009 Edition. Section
708.14.2.1 as presently constituted or hereafter amended.
Section 10. TMC Section 16.05.090, "Fire Department Access," hereby reads as follows:
16.05.090 Fire Department Access
Site design for any five -story Type V -A building shall include access sufficient for fire
apparatus in accordance with the International Fire Code, as amended and the Tukwila
Municipal Code, Chapter 16.16, and shall be approved by the Fire Marshall. The fire apparatus
access shall be described on the site plan that is submitted for a permit application.
Section 11. TMC Section 16.05.100, "Attic /Roof Ventilation," hereby reads as follows:
16.05.100 Attic Roof Ventilation General Design Requirements
A. Ventilation of attic spaces shall be in accordance with the International Buildina Code,
2009 Edition. Section 1203 and the following conditions:
1. The design of attic ventilation method shall not include eave vents or cornice vents
that would occur directly above and within 36- inches horizontally of a window, whether fixed
glazing or windows with vent openings.
B. Construction details shall include details necessary to prevent damage from the
cumulative effect of wood shrinkage as it will affect plumbing systems, electrical systems,
exterior cladding and moisture control systems of the building envelope and wood structural
connectors.
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C. All fire doors protecting exit enclosures, exit passageways, elevator lobbies or fire doors
providing access through other fire rated assemblies shall be installed with magnetic hold -open
devices. Doors so equipped shall be automatic closing by the activation of smoke detector or
loss of power to smoke detector or hold -open device.
Section 13. TMC Section 16.05.110, "Construction Inspections," hereby reads as follows:
16.05.110 Construction Inspections
In addition to the construction inspections required pursuant to the International Building
Code. 2009 Edition, Section 110 and Special inspections required by Chapter 17, the structural
observation by the engineer of record shall be required for the structural frame and seismic
force resisting systems. Conditions for structural observation shall be in accordance with
International Building Code, 2009 Edition, Section 1710.
Section 14. TMC Section 16.05.120, "Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems," hereby
reads as follows:
16.05.120 Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems
The owner(s) of a five -story Type V -A building shall maintain the fire and life- safety systems
required by the International Buiidina Code. 2009 Edition. and Tukwila Municipal Code in an
operable condition at all times. Unless otherwise required by the Fire Marshall, testers
approved by the Fire Department shall conduct yearly testing of such systems. A written record
shall be maintained and shall be forwarded to the Fire Marshall and be available to the
inspection authority.
Section 15. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase
of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be invalid or
unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or
unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portions of this
ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 16. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published in the
official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force five days after passage
and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at a
Regular Meeting thereof this day of 2011.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Christy O'Flaherty, CMC, City Clerk
Filed with the City Clerk:
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY: Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Office of the City Attorney Ordinance Number:
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9oa INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Haggerton
Finance and Safety Committee
FROM: B/C Don Tomaso, Fire Marshal
DATE: February 15, 2011
SUBJECT: Fire Code Updates
ISSUE
To provide updates and clarification for architects and contractors as to how we implement the
fire sprinkler and fire alarm codes as amended by the City. In addition, we have worked with
The Department of Community Development (DCD) to revise the High -rise Ordinance and
create a Mid -rise Ordinance for adoption to allow the 5 over 1 type VA construction.
BACKGROUND
The City adopted the current Fire Code on July 1, 2010, and we are now completing the
remaining fire related ordinances after working with DCD on the 5 over 1 Ordinance. The
changes are shown in strike through underlined format.
ANALYSIS
The Building Official and the Fire Prevention Bureau have agreed to a method of construction
for the 5 over 1 type VA construction that still provides a reasonable level of life safety for the
public and emergency responders. We have included this type of construction in the new Mid
rise Ordinance to meet the intent of the City's previously adopted fire and life safety
requirements.
With the last fire sprinkler code revision, the threshold was reduced from 10,000 square feet to
5,000 square feet. At that time we discussed the option of requiring all commercial buildings to
be equipped with a fire sprinkler system during the next code adoption cycle. Since the Building
Department is in agreement to have the International Residential Code Appendix "S" (WAC 51-
51- 60107) and "R" (WAC 51 -51- 60105) adopted to require one and two family dwellings to be
equipped with fire sprinklers, now would be the appropriate time to reduce the commercial
threshold to 500 square feet (latte stand exception) and require all commercial buildings to be
equipped with fire sprinklers. Fire sprinklers have proven themselves for over 100 years to be
the best defense, when properly designed and maintained, in extinguishing fires in the earliest
stages of fire development.
RECOMMENDATION
The Council is being asked to consider the proposed ordinances at the February 28, 2011
Committee of the Whole Meeting and subsequent March 7, 2011 Regular Meeting.
ATTACHMENTS
4 Draft Ordinances: (1) Fire Sprinkler; (2) Fire Alarm; (3) High -rise; (4) Mid -rise
Copy of WAC 51 -51 -60105 Copy of WAC 51 -51 -60107
Time vs. Products of Combustion Chart
Water Purveyors Fee Chart
5 over 1 Comparison Memo
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DRAFT
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, UPDATING REGULATIONS REGARDING FIRE PROTECTION
SYSTEMS IN NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS WITHIN THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
AS CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 16.42; REPEALING
ORDINANCE NOS. 2050, 2130 AND 2167; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to provide a safe living and working environment in the
City of Tukwila; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to provide the highest degree of life safety for its
citizens; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that fire protection systems facilitate a safe working
environment and provide a high degree of life safety;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 16.42 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
Chapter 16.42
SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
Sections:
16.42.010 Required.
16.42.020 References.
16.42.030 Definitions.
16.42.040 Approval and Design Plans.
16.42.050 Where Required.
16.42.060 Standpipes.
16.42.070 General Requirements.
16.42.080 Special Requirements.
16.42.090 Existing Buildings.
16.42.100 Maintenance.
16.42.110 Re- inspection Fees for New Construction, Tenant
Improvements and Spot Inspections.
16.42.120 Exceptions.
16.42.130 Penalties.
16.42.140 Appeals.
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Section 2. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.010 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.42.010 Required. An automatic sprinkler system shall be required as outlined in this
chapter.
Section 3. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.020 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.42.020 References. The following references shall be used in the design, installation
and maintenance of sprinkler systems within the City of Tukwila; if there is a conflict between
the codes, the one offering the greatest degree of fire protection shall apply. References are to
the current editions, unless otherwise noted.
NFPA 13 INSTALLATION OF SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
NFPA 13D RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
NFPA 14 STANDPIPE AND HOSE SYSTEMS
NFPA 15 WATER SPRAY FIXED SYSTEMS
NFPA 24 PRIVATE FIRE SERVICE MAINS AND THEIR APPURTENANCES
NFPA 25 INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE OF WATER -BASED FIRE
PROTECTION SYSTEMS
NFPA 88A PARKING STRUCTURES
IFC INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE
IBC INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
RCW 18.160 WASHINGTON STATE SPRINKLER CONTRACTOR LAW
WAC 51 -51 -60105 Appendix R
Section 4. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.030 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.42.030 Definitions.
A. "Approved" refers to the approval of the Tukwila Fire Department.
B. "Automatic sprinkler system" is an integrated system of underground and overhead
piping designed in accordance with fire protection engineering standards. The installation
includes one or more automatic water supplies. The portion of the sprinkler system
aboveground is a network of specially sized or hydraulically designed piping installed in a
building, structure or area, generally overhead, and to which sprinklers are attached in a
systematic pattern. The valve controlling each system riser is located in the system riser or its
supply piping. Each sprinkler system riser includes a device for actuating an alarm when the
system is in operation. The system is usually activated by heat from a fire and discharges water
over the fire area.
C. "Listed" refers to equipment or materials indicated in a list published by an organization
acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with product evaluation, that
maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials, and whose listing
states either that the equipment or material meets appropriate standards or has been tested and
found suitable for use in a specific manner.
D. "Resubmittal" means anv plan that requires subsequent review.
Section 5. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.040 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.42.040 Approval and Design Plans.
A. All new sprinkler systems and all modifications to sprinkler systems involving more than
50 heads shall have the written approval of the Washington Survey and Rating Bureau, Factory
Mutual, Ind l Insurers, Kemper, or any fire protection engineer licensed by the State
of Washington and approved by the Fire Marshal.
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Exception: The Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau reserves the right to require pre
approval, by one of the agencies listed above, for any modification to a hydraulically- designed
system regardless of the size of the job.
B. All sprinkler drawings shall be prepared by persons meeting the requirements of RCW
18.160.
C. At least three complete sets of blueprint drawings with information regarding the
automatic sprinkler system as identified in NFPA 13, Sections 6 -1, 6 -2 and 6 -3, and at least one
civil engineering blueprint showing the underground installation from watermain tap to base
riser, shall be submitted to the Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau for approval prior to installation
or modification of any equipment. One set of approved plans shall be located at the job site.
D. Drawings submitted for approval must include a completed Fire Protection Systems
Permit Application and a floor layout drawn to scale, no smaller than 1/8 -inch scale, showing all
rooms and spaces with accurate measurements. Drawings shall include the building permit
number.
E. As- builts shall be provided prior to system acceptance and final approval, if any
modifications not shown on the original plans have been done to the system.
F. The installer shall perform all required acceptance tests (as identified in NFPA 13) in the
presence of a representative of the Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau. The installer shall complete
the contractor's material and test certificate(s) and forward the certificates to the Tukwila Fire
Prevention Bureau prior to asking for approval of the installation.
G. After the sprinkler plans have been approved by the Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau, a
job number will be issued to begin work. The plan review fees are as follows:
Commercial: For 1 -5 heads:
Base fee $100.0000
Commercial: For 6 or more heads:
Base fee $200.00450.00 $1.50 per sprinkler head in excess of 10
Single- family: Base fee $50.00 $1.50 per sprinkler head in excess of 10
Resubmittal: Fee $200.00
Section 6. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.050 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.42.050 Where Required.
A. A fully automatic sprinkler system designed, installed and tested per NFPA 13 shall be
installed in all new buildings 5,000 square feet or greater in total floor area.
B. Without regard to exceptions to the sprinkler system requirements as set forth in this
section, a fully automatic sprinkler system, per TMC Section 16.42.050A, may be required by
the Chief of the Fire Department and the Fire Marshal for new buildings under 5,000 square feet
total floor area when, in their judgment, any of the following conditions exist:
1. Hazardous operations.
2. Hazardous contents.
3. Critical exposure problems.
4. Limited accessibility to the building.
5. Inadequate waterflow availability.
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C. Sprinklers are required in all Group R, Division 1, 2 and 3, occupancies (as defined in
the IBC) having three or more floor levels or containing 5 or more dwelling units.
D. Sprinklers are required in Group A occupancies (as defined in the IBC) such as
nightclubs, discos or restaurants where the total gross floor area exceeds 5,000 square feet.
E. Fire walls, fire barriers, or vertical or horizontal fire barriers as noted in Section 705.1 of
the International Building Code shall not be considered to separate a building to enable deletion
of a required automatic sprinkler system.
F. Single- family residences that have between 500 and 1,000 GPM fire flow availability.
G. Single- family residences that exceed minimum distance requirements to a hydrant may,
at the discretion of the Fire Marshal or Chief, be allowed to install a sprinkler system in lieu of a
hydrant.
H. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in new one family and
two family dwellings and townhouses in accordance with Appendix R (WAC 51 -51- 60105).
Section 7. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.060 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.42.060 Standpipes.
A. When standpipes are required, they shall be Class 111 Wet.
Exception: In unheated structures, the standpipe may be dry.
B. Buildings over four stories shall have in the stair tower, adjacent to the standpipe,
beginning on the third floor and alternating every other floor, in hose cabinets, 150 feet of 1 -3/4"
double jacket hose with 1 -1/2" NST hose couplings. The hose lengths shall be connected and
bundled together. The cabinet shall be labeled "FIRE DEPARTMENT USE ONLY."
Section 8. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.070 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.42.070 General Requirements.
A. Sprinkler installations and modifications shall be done by companies licensed by the
State of Washington to perform this type of work.
B. The automatic sprinkler system for new warehouses shall have a minimum design
density of .39 gallons /5,600 square feet, plus an allowance of 1,000 GPM for in -rack fire
sprinklers and hose allowance.
C. All other occupancies shall be a minimum design density of ordinary hazard Group 1
unless otherwise provided for in this ordinance.
D. On all hydraulically- designed sprinkler systems, the velocity of water in the overhead
pipe shall not exceed 32 feet per second. The velocity of water in the underground pipe shall not
exceed 16 feet per second.
E. Hydraulic calculations shall be provided by the contractor for calculated systems; the
contractor shall, upon request, provide calculations for pipe schedule systems.
F. Calculated sprinkler systems shall be designed with a 10 psi cushion for low reservoir
conditions.
G. Automatic sprinkler systems and all other fire suppression systems shall be monitored
by a City of Tukwila- approved UL central station. This shall include all water control valves,
tamper devices, pressure supervision and waterflow switches. In buildings having a fire
alarm /detection system, the sprinkler system shall be tied to the fire alarm system (last zone[s]).
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H. Permanent, all- weather sprinkler riser zone maps shall be installed at the fire department
connection and riser.
I. All exterior components of sprinkler systems shall be painted red, either Safety Red
Rustoleum #7564 or Farwest Paint #253 (mandarin red). This includes: post indicator
valves /outside stem and yoke valves, wall indicating valves, fire department connections, and
water motor gong. Post Indicator Valves (PIV's) and Fire Department Connections (FDC's) shall
have the buildina address served by the PIV or FDC stenciled vertically in 3- inch -high white
numbers facina the direction of vehicular access.
J. The fire department connection shall have a downward angle bend of 30betweer. 22.5
and /15 degrees, with a 5 -inch Knox lockina Storz fitting.
K. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in all new sprinklered buildings. Visual and
audible devices shall be installed per TMC Chapter 16.40, "Fire Alarms."
L. Maintain a four -foot clear space around the sprinkler riser(s) for emergency access.
M. Fire sprinkler systems with interior OS Y valves shall have the sprinkler riser painted
red (Safety Red Rustoleum #7564 or Farwest Paint #253 (mandarin red) to the first "90 dearee
elbow" or "Tee" at the ceilina level. A 6" white reflective stripe shall be installed around the
circumference of the pipe 8 feet to 10 feet below the "elbow" or "Tee."
Section 9. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.080 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.42.080 Special Requirements.
A. All hotel /motel occupancies shall be sprinklered a minimum ordinary hazard Group
density throughout; no omissions are allowed. Sprinkler spacing in the guest rooms may be
Light Hazard.
B. Each new commercial /industrial or multi family building shall have its own control valve
on the exterior or outside away from the building. Each floor of a multi -story building shall have
sectional control valves.
C. Multi- family dwelling sprinkler systems shall be designed Minimum Light Hazard; no
omissions are allowed.
D. All sprinkler system control valves shall be electronically supervised against tampering.
E. When a sprinkler system is reauired for a one- or two family dwelling, sprinkler
protection shall be extended to attached aarages.
Section 10. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.090 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.42.090 Existing Buildings.
A. Existing fully sprinklered buildings, when remodeled or added on to, shall retain the
feature of being sprinklered in the remodeled or added -on portion.
B. If, by increasing usable or habitable square footage of an existing building, the resulting
total structure falls within the coverage of TMC Section 16.42.050A, the entire structure shall be
fully sprinklered.
Section 11. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.090 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
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16.42.100 Maintenance.
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system in operating condition in accordance with NFR^. 25.A satisfactory contract coverina the
maintenance, operation and efficiency of the sprinkler system shall be provided by the
building /property owner or his agent. The contract shall provide for inspections, tests and
maintenance as specified in NFPA 25 and manufacturer's instructions. The buildina /property
owner or his agent shall be responsible for the maintenance of the sorinkler system.
B. Regular maintenance by a Washington State licensed sprinkler contractor shall be done
in accordance with NFPA 25. If the sprinkler system is connected to a fire alarm system, the
contractor shall coordinate with the fire alarm maintenance company for any work involving the
fire alarm system or control panel.
C. The Tukwila Fire Department shall be notified immediately of any impairment of the
sprinkler system. The owner shall be responsible for the repair of the system, and shall maintain
a 24 -hour fire watch until the system is returned to normal condition. High hazard operation
may be suspended until the sprinkler system is back in normal condition.
Section 12. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.110 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.42.110 Re inspection Fees for New Construction, Tenant Improvements and Spot
Inspections. When an inspection is requested for new construction, tenant improvements or
spot inspections, and then, upon arrival, the Fire Inspector finds that the work is not complete,
not ready for inspection, or does not comply with fire code requirements, a follow -up inspection
will be required, and a re- inspection fee of $100.0080.00 will be assessed.
Section 13. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.120 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.42.120 Exceptions. Any exception to the items covered by this chapter shall be made by
the Chief of the Fire Department or by the Fire Marshal. Requests for exception must be made
in writing; exceptions granted or denied shall be in writing.
Section 14. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.130 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.42.130 Penalties. Any person violating the provisions of TMC Chapter 16.42, the
International Fire Code or appendices adopted by TMC Chapter 16.16, or who shall fail to
comply therewith, or who shall violate or fail to comply with any order made thereunder, or who
shall build in violation of any detailed statement of specifications or plans submitted and
approved thereunder or any certificate or permit issued thereunder and from which no appeal
has been taken, or who shall fail to comply with such an order as affirmed or modified by the
Fire Marshal or by a court of competent jurisdiction within the time fixed therein, shall be guilty
of a gross misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine in an amount
not to exceed $5,000.00, as outlined in TMC Section 16.16.080, or imprisonment for a term not
to exceed one year or by both such fine and imprisonment. The imposition of one penalty for
any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue. Each day or portion thereof
during which any violation of the provisions of this section is caused, permitted or continued
shall constitute a separate offense and shall be punishable as such. Application of the penalty
specified in this section shall not be held to prevent the enforced removal of prohibited
conditions.
Section 15. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.140 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
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Section 15. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.140 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.42.140 Permit Expiration.
Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such
permit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by
such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is
commenced. The Fire Marshal is authorized to grant, in writina, one or more extensions of time,
for periods not more than 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in writina and
justifiable cause shall be demonstrated..
Section 16. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.42.150 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.42.150 Appeals. Whenever the Fire Marshal disapproves an application or refuses to
grant a permit applied for, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Board of Appeals
established in Section 108 of the International Fire Code within 30 days from the date of the Fire
Marshal's decision(s). Section 108 shall be amended to read: Disputes regarding interpretation
of code provisions shall be settled by the International Fire Code Institute. When deemed
appropriate, the Fire Marshal will request a formal, written interpretation from the Institute.
Section 16. Repealer. Ordinance Nos. 2050, 2130 and 2167 are hereby repealed.
Section 17. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase
of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be invalid or
unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or
unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portions of this
ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 18. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published in the
official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force five days after passage
and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at a
Regular Meeting thereof this day of 2011.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Christy O'Flaherty, CMC, City Clerk
Filed with the City Clerk:
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY: Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Office of the City Attorney Ordinance Number:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, UPDATING REGULATIONS REGARDING AUTOMATIC FIRE
ALARM SYSTEMS IN NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS WITHIN THE CITY OF
TUKWILA, AS CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 16.40;
REPEALING ORDINANCE NOS. 2051, 2131 AND 2168; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to provide a safe living and working environment in the
City of Tukwila; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to provide the highest degree of life safety for its
citizens; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that automatic fire alarm systems facilitate a safe
working environment and provide a high degree of life safety;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Tukwila Municipal Coder Chapter 16.40 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
Chapter 16.40
FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
Sections:
16.40.010 Required.
16.40.020 References.
16.40.030 Definitions.
16.40.040 Approval and Design Plans.
16.40.050 General Requirements.
16.40.060 Alarm /Control Panel Requirements.
16.40.070 Placement and Type of Detector.
16.40.080 Acceptance Testing.
16.40.090 Maintenance.
16.40.100 Applicability.
16.40.110 Monitoring.
16.40.120 Special Requirements.
16.40.130 Re- inspection Fees for New Construction, Tenant
Improvement and Spot Inspections.
16.40.140 Exceptions.
16.40.150 Penalties.
16.40.160 Appeals.
Section 2. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.010 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
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16.40.010 Required
An automatic fire alarm system shall be installed in all new structures less than 10,000
square feet total floor area Exceptions are noted in Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.140.
Section 3. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.020 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.40.020 References
The following references shall be used in the design, installation and maintenance of fire
alarm systems within the City of Tukwila; if there is a conflict between the codes, the code that
provides the greatest degree of fire protection shall apply. References are to the current
editions, unless otherwise noted
NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
NFPA 72 PROTECTIVE SIGNALING SYSTEMS
NFPA 88A PARKING STRUCTURES
IFC INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE
IBC INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
WAC 51 -34 WASHINGTON FIRE CODE
RCW 19.27 STATE BUILDING CODE ACT
RCW 19.28 ELECTRICAL CODE AND ORDINANCES
Section 4. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.030 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.40.030 Definitions
A. "Addressable device" means a fire alarm system component with discreet
identification that can have its status individually identified or that is used to individually control
other functions.
B. "Alarm indicating device" is any listed bell, buzzer, visual or audible device that
produces an alarm signal for fire.
C. "Alarm initiating device" is any listed device which, when activated, initiates an alarm
by manual or automatic operation of an electrical contact through an alarm indicating device.
D. "Alarm signal" is any listed audible or visual signal, or both, indicating the existence of
an emergency fire condition.
E. "Analog initiating device" (sensor) is an initiating device that transmits a signal
indicating varying degrees of condition, as contrasted with a conventional initiating device which
can only indicate an on /off condition.
F. "Annunciator" is any listed equipment that indicates the zone or area of the building
from which an alarm has been initiated, the location of an alarm actuating device, or the
operation condition of alarm circuits or the system.
G. "Approved" refers to the approval of the Tukwila Fire Department.
H. "Authority having jurisdiction" refers to the Tukwila Fire Department.
I. "Automatic fire alarm system" is a combination of listed compatible devices, control
panels, audible and visual devices and other equipment, together with the necessary electrical
energy, designed and wired to produce an alarm in the event of fire or special system activation.
J. "Alarm /control panel" is comprised of the controls, relays, switches and associated
circuits necessary to furnish power to a fire alarm system, receive signals from fire alarm
devices and transmit them to indicating devices and accessory equipment.
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K. "Compatibility listed" means a specific listing process that applies only to two -wire
devices (such as smoke detectors) designed to operate with certain control equipment.
L. "Compatible" means equipment that interfaces mechanically or electrically together as
manufactured, without field modification.
M. "Fire alarm control panel" is a system component that receives input from automatic
and manual fire alarm devices and may supply power to detection devices and transponder(s)
or off premises transmitter(s). The control unit may also provide transfer of power to the
notification appliances and transfer of condition to relays or devices connected to the control
unit. The fire alarm control unit can be a local fire alarm control unit or master control unit.
N. "Listed" means equipment or materials indicated in a list published by an organization
acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with product evaluation, that
maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials, and whose listing
states either that the equipment or material meets appropriate standards or has been tested and
found suitable for use in a specified manner.
0. "Line -type detector" is a device in which detection is continuous along a path. Typical
examples are rate -of -rise pneumatic tubing detectors, projected beam smoke detectors, and
heat sensitive detectors.
P. "Maintenance" refers to repair service, including periodic recurrent inspections and
tests per manufacturer's specifications and NFPA 72, required to keep the protective signaling
system (automatic fire alarm system) and its component parts in an operative condition at all
times, together with the replacement of the system or its components when for any reason
they become undependable or inoperative.
Q. "Shall" indicates a mandatory requirement.
R. "Should" indicates a recommendation or that which is advised but not required.
S. "Spacing" means a horizontally measured dimension relating to the allowable coverage
of fire detectors.
T. "Transmitter" refers to any listed transmitter able to transmit and /or receive status
changes automatically or manually from a listed alarm panel to an approved central station via
leased telephone lines.
U. "UL central station" refers to a UL- listed central station approved to monitor automatic
fire alarm systems with the City of Tukwila.
V. "Zone" means each building or portion of building, as determined by the authority
having jurisdiction.
W. "Resubmittal" means any set of plans that requires subsequent review.
Section 5. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.040 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.40.040 Approval and Design Plans
A. At least three complete sets of blueprint drawings with information regarding the fire
alarm system, including detailed specifications, wiring, diagrams, elevation diagram (showing
false ceiling areas), and floor plans, shall be submitted to the Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau for
approval prior to installation of any equipment or wiring. (One set of approved plans shall be
located at the construction site.)
B. Drawings submitted for approval must include the following:
1. A completed Fire Protection System Permit Application.
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2. Floor layout showing all rooms and spaces, including a cross section of the space
being protected, with accurate measurements drawn to a scale no smaller than 1/8 -inch scale.
3. Identification of each room or space, i.e. guest rooms, mechanical room, attic, etc.
4. Location of each system component using the appropriate symbol.
5. Explanatory notes and legend to lend clarity to the plan and identify the manufacturer
and model number of each alarm component used.
6. A wiring schematic clarifying type and size of wiring (must comply with NFPA 70),
and a point -to -point wiring diagram.
7. Zoning, if applicable.
8. A copy of the technical specifications for each component used in the makeup of the
automatic fire alarm system. If the components are not all from the same manufacturer, UL
cross listing compatibility cards are required.
9. The current used by each of the initiating and indication devices and current rating of
the power supply.
10. Battery calculations for compatibility.
11. Building permit number.
12. Total number of devices being installed.
C. After the fire alarm plans have been approved by the Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau, a
job number will be issued to begin work. The plan review fees are as follows:
Commercial: For 1 -5 devices: Base fee $100.0075-98.
Commercial: For 6 or more devices: Base fee $200.001404)-0 $1.50 per device in
excess of 10 devices.
Single Family: Base fee $50.00 $1.50 per device in excess of 10 devices.
Resubmittal: Fee $200.00
Section 6. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.050 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.40.050 General Requirements
A. All companies installing automatic fire alarm systems shall have a State electrical
contractor's license.
B. All persons installing automatic fire alarm systems shall hold a State low voltage
installer's certificate or journeyman electrician certificate per RCW 19.28.041. An apprentice
certificate is acceptable for installers when supervised by a certified journeyman per RCW
19.28.4.
C. A City of Tukwila electrical permit shall be posted at all automatic fire alarm system
installations per Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.04.020.
D. All equipment, devices, and wiring shall be listed by Underwriters Laboratories or
Factory Mutual and shall be approved for the purpose which they are intended. No one shall
perform any type of modification to any device that would void its UL /FM listing.
E. If determined necessary by the authority having jurisdiction, control panels shall have
sufficient auxiliary power outlets for automatic door closures, relay boards for elevator control,
HVAC detectors, air pressurization, and all other auxiliary devices. They shall also have
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sufficient power for four -wire smoke detectors, remote LED indicating lights and duct detectors
with relays.
F. Remote alarm annunciation /indication is required at the main entrance if the control
panel is not visible from the main entrance. The height of the annunciator /control panel shall be
48 to 60 inches above arade /floor.
G. When the control panel is located inside a room, the outside of the door shall have a
sign in one -inch letters that reads "Fire Alarm" or "Fire Alarm Control."
H. A rechargeable battery backup is required on any automatic fire alarm system
installation. There shall be enough battery capacity at all times to run the alarm system in
standby for 24 hours and after that time, sound all alerting devices for at least five minutes. At
the end of the battery life cycle, batteries shall be replaced.
I. Audible devices shall be placed in buildings and be so located that, with all intervening
doors closed, the alarm device shall be heard at not less than 15 decibels above the ambient
noise levels; sleeping areas shall be a minimum of 75 decibels. Visible alarms shall be placed
throughout the building in all assembly areas; common use areas, including toilet rooms and
bathing facilities; hallways and lobbies; a-rfd hotel guest rooms and rooms 130 square feet or
larger regardless of use. Individual officec, mechanical rooms„ and small cterage- Fe^ms-ar-e-; of
included.
J. Whenever possible, the control panel shall be located in a heated main corridor or a
heated main lobby. When the control panel is located inside a room, the room shall be heated,
and kept at an ambient temperature between 40° and 100 °F. The outside of the door shall have
a sign in one -inch letters, which reads "Fire Alarm" or "Fire Alarm Control." AT NO TIME SHALL
THE CONTROL PANEL BE LOCATED IN AN EXTERIOR LOCATION.
K. All new alarm systems shall be addressable. Each device shall have its own address
and shall annunciate individual addresses at a UL central station.
Section 7. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.060 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.40.060 Alarm /Control Panel Requirements
A. A light shall indicate that the system is receiving normal power. A failure of normal power
shall cause the light to go out and an audible signal to sound.
B. All batteries shall have an automatic rate charger to maintain standby batteries in a fully
charged condition.
C. A power transfer circuit shall be installed that will switch to standby power automatically
and instantaneously if normal power fails.
D. All alarm signals shall be automatically "locked in" at the alarm panel until their operated
devices are returned to normal condition, and the alarm panel is manually reset.
E. The fire alarm panel shall be reset only by authorized personnel of the Tukwila Fire
Department.
F. The reset code for the fire alarm panel or keypad shall be 1- 2- 3 -4 -5. The reset code
shall not be changed without the approval of the Fire Marshal. The reset code should be
permanently posted at the keypad.
G. The supervised relay boards that control elevator recall, air pressurization and all other
auxiliary functions shall stay "locked in," even though the audible signaling circuits have been
silenced, until the panel has been reset and returned to normal.
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H. For systems employing water flow detection devices, manual pull stations shall be
distributed throughout the building. Audible and visible alarms shall be placed in all common
use areas.
I. All trouble and supervisory indication for Post Indicating Valves, Wall Indicating Valves,
and Outside Stem and Yoke Valves shall be on a zone isolated from waterflow indication, for
trouble only.
J. All fire alarm panels /keypads shall have alarm silence capability.
Section 8. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.070 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.40.070 Placement and Type of Detector
A. All detectors shall be installed and spaced according to the manufacturer's instructions
and NFPA 72. The Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau may require additional detectors or
decreased spacing.
B. At least one of the following types of detectors shall be placed in all rooms, halls, storage
areas, basements, attics, lofts, spaces above suspended ceilings, storage lockers, closets,
electrical rooms, machine equipment rooms, shafts, crawl spaces and stairwells: smoke, rate
of -rise, fixed temperature, photobeam, flame, rate compensation, or line -type. Access shall be
provided to the attics and crawl spaces for maintenance of the detectors.
C. All detectors placed above the ceiling shall have remote indicating lights in the ceiling
directly below the device or other means of indication as approved by the Fire Prevention
Bureau.
D. All rate -of -rise and fixed temperature heat detectors shall have replacement links or be
self- restoring for testing purposes.
E. Smoke detectors shall be the preferred detector type in all areas. When conditions are
such that smoke detectors are not practical, other type(s) of detectors shall be installed as
approved by the Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau.
F. Non- sorinklered multi family dwellings shall have system heat detection installed
throughout the unit.
Section 9. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.080 is hereby adopted to read as follows:
16.40.080 Acceptance Testing
A. Upon completion of a system installation, a satisfactory test of the entire installation shall
be made by the contractor's representative in the presence of a member of the Tukwila Fire
Prevention Bureau and shall comply with the procedures contained in NFPA 72 and the
manufacturer's specifications. The use of a decibel meter will be employed to determine
minimum sound levels during acceptance testing. Final approval is contingent upon a
successful performance test.
B. A condition of final acceptance of the fire alarm system shall be the receipt of a
completed contractor's Material and Test Certificate Fire Alarm and Automatic Detection
Systems, to the effect that the system has been installed in accordance with approved plans
and tested in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and appropriate NFPA
requirements. The completed installation certificate shall be returned to the Tukwila Fire
Prevention Bureau, prior to the acceptance test.
C. As- builts shall be provided prior to system acceptance and final approval if any
modifications not shown on the original plans have been done to the system.
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Section 10. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.090 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.40.090 Maintenance
A. A satisfactory contract covering the maintenance, operation and efficiency of the system
shall be provided by the buildina /property owner or his agent. The contract shall provide for
inspections, tests and maintenance as specified in NFPA 72 and manufacturer's instructions.
The building /property owner or his agent shall be responsible for the maintenance of the
automatic fire alarm system with the following provisions:
1. The renter or lessee shall notify the buildina /property owner or his agent of the need
of any suspected maintenance or malfunction of the system.
2. The building /property owner or his agent shall assume no liability in the event any
unauthorized person, renter or lessee tampers with, attempts to repair or damages any part of
the automatic fire alarm system so as to render it .inoperative. Provided, however, the
buildina /property owner and his agent shall be liable in the event either of them become aware
of tampering or efforts to repair or damage the system, and they thereafter fail to restore the
system within a reasonable period of time so that it functions in accord with the standards
provided for in Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 16.40.
B. A copy of inspection, test, and maintenance records shall be forwarded to the Tukwila
Fire Prevention Bureau.
C. The automatic fire alarm system shall be maintained in operative condition at all times.
D. Battery- powered detectors in existing buildings shall have new batteries installed in
accordance with the manufacturer's specifications, and shall be tested at least annually by the
building owner or the building owner's representative. Documentation of the testing and
applicable repairs shall be sent to the fire department.
E. Inspections, maintenance and testing of fire alarm systems shall be performed by
personnel with qualifications acceptable to the Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau.
Section 11. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.100 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.40.100 Applicability
A. Automatic fire alarm systems shall be installed in the following occupancies:
1. Hotels.
2. Motels.
3. Multi- family dwellings (with more than 4 units): See Tukwila Municipal Code Section
16.40.120.B, Special Requirements.
4. All other new commercial /industrial buildings under 5,0004-0410Q square feet unless
fully protected by an automatic sprinkler system.
5. When sold, existing commercial and industrial buildings that are not protected by an
automatic sprinkler system.
Exceptions:
a. Any structure 400 square feet or less in total usable floor area.
b. Single- family residential structures.
6. When sold, existing commercial /industrial buildings equipped with an existing fire
alarm system shall upgrade to current fire alarm ordinance requirements.
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7. When sold. commercial /industrial buildinas that are protected by an automatic
sprinkler system shall install a manual fire alarm system.
68. When sold, existing hotel /motel occupancies which are not protected by an
automatic sprinkler system shall install a fire alarm system throughout. The guest rooms shall
comply with Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.120.A.
79. When sold, multi family dwellings which are protected by an automatic sprinkler
system shall install a fire alarm system complying with Tukwila Municipal Code Section
16.40.120.B.
Exception: Multi- family dwellings of four units or less.
610. When sold, multi family dwellings which are not protected by an automatic
sprinkler system shall install smoke detectors in sleeping areas, in accordance with the
International Building Code. Common areas and exit corridors shall be protected by detectors
and manual pull stations monitored by a UL central station. Audibility shall meet the
requirements of NFPA 72.
Exception: Multi- family dwellings of four units or less.
911. Any building or portion of a building which, due to the nature of its occupancy, is
required by the International Fire Code or other nationally- recognized standard to have an
automatic fire alarm system.
120. Any building or portion of a building which, due to the nature of its occupancy, is
determined by the Chief to be a special hazard or have a high life safety need.
131-. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in all new sprinklered buildings.
Visual and audible devices shall be installed per Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.050.1.
B. For items 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10g of Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.100, the
installation of an automatic fire alarm system shall be completed within 120 days from the date
of notification by the Tukwila Fire Department.
Section 12. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.110 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.40.110 Monitoring
The following fire alarm systems are required to be monitored by a City of Tukwila- approved
UL central station.
1. All new automatic and manual systems as required by Tukwila Municipal Code
Section 16.40.100, or required by any other code or standard.
2. All existing fire alarm systems.
3. All fire alarm systems installed by the occupant /owner that are optional in
commercial, industrial and multi family occupancies.
4. Smoke detectors that are installed in lieu of a one -hour corridor requirement.
5. HVAC units that are required to have duct detectors and that serve more than one
occupancy or serve an area open to the public.
6. City of Tukwila- approved UL central stations that fail to maintain their UL listing shall
be prohibited from monitoring fire alarm systems within the City of Tukwila.
Section 13. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.120 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.40.120 Special Requirements
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A. The guest room smoke detectors and bathroom heat detectors of hotel /motel
occupancies shall annunciate at a panel located at or near the front desk. These detectors will
not transmit an alarm to the UL central station. The alarm panel, located at or near the front
desk, shall be monitored 24 hours a day by the hotel /motel staff.
B. Multi- family dwellings and lodging houses fully protected by an automatic sprinkler
system shall have detectors installed in accordance with the International Building Code.
Common areas and exit corridors shall be protected by detectors and manual pull stations,
monitored by a UL central station.
C. Multi family dwellings and lodainq houses shall have audible /visual devices throughout
the unit. Bedrooms shall have a 110 candela wall- mounted horn /strobe within 16 feet of the
pillow or a 177 candela ceiling- mounted horn /strobe. Audibility shall be a minimum of 75
decibels at the Pillow. The bathroom shall have an aooropriately rated strobe only.
CD. When monitoring of an existing system is lost for any reason, a fire watch must be
posted during non business hours. The fire watch person shall call the recorded fire prevention
phone line at two -hour intervals confirming the all -clear status of the building. In the event of a
fire emergency the fire watch shall call 911 immediately to report the fire emergency.
ED. Duct detectors shall send a supervisory signal only and shall not cause an alarm.
FE.Approved Knox kevleek boxes shall be provided for an access to alarm panels and
sprinkler risers.
GF. An exterior horn or bell /strobe shall be installed outside all buildings /tenant spaces
that have a fire alarm system.
H. A 110 candela horn /strobe shall be installed above the kitchen suppression system's
manual pull station.
Section 14. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.130 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.40.130 Re- inspection Fees for New Construction, Tenant Improvements, and Spot
Inspections.
When an inspection is requested for new construction, tenant improvements or spot
inspections, and then, upon arrival, the Fire Inspector finds that the work is not complete, not
ready for inspection, or does not comply with fire code requirements, a follow -up inspection will
be required, and a re- inspection fee of $100.0080.00 will be assessed.
Section 15. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.140 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.40.140 Exceptions
Any exception to the items covered by Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 16.40 shall be made
by the Chief of the Fire Department, or by the Fire Marshal. Request for exception must be
made in writing; exceptions granted or denied shall be in writing.
Section 16. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.150 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.40.150 Penalties
Any person violating the provisions of Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 16.40, the
International Fire Code or appendices adopted by Tukwila Municipal Code Chapter 16.16, or
who shall fail to comply therewith, or who shall violate or fail to comply with any order made
thereunder, or who shall build in violation of any detailed statement of specifications or plans
submitted and approved thereunder or any certificate or permit issued thereunder and from
which no appeal has been taken, or who shall fail to comply with such an order as affirmed or
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modified by the Fire Marshal or by a court of competent jurisdiction within the time fixed therein,
shall be guilty of a gross misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine
in an amount not to exceed $5,000.00, as outlined in Tukwila Municipal Code Section
16.16.080, or imprisonment for a term not to exceed one year or by both such fine and
imprisonment. The imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or
permit it to continue. Each day or portion thereof during which any violation of the provisions of
this section is caused, permitted or continued shall constitute a separate offense and shall be
punishable as such. Application of the penalty specified in this section shall not be held to
prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions.
Section 17. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.160 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.40.160 Permit Expiration.
Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such
permit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance. or if the work authorized on the site by
such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is
commenced. The Fire Marshal is authorized to arant,.in writing, one or more extensions of time.
for periods not more than 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and
justifiable cause demonstrated.
Section 18. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.40.170 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.40.170 Appeals.
Whenever the Fire Marshal disapproves an application or refuses to grant a permit applied
for, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Board of Appeals established in Section 108 of
the International Fire Code within 30 days from the date of the Fire Marshal's decision(s).
Section 108 shall be amended to read: Disputes regarding interpretation of code provisions
shall be settled by the International Fire Code Institute. When deemed appropriate, the Fire
Marshal will request a formal, written interpretation from the Institute.
Section 18. Repealer. Ordinance Nos. 2051, 2131 and 2168 are hereby repealed.
Section 19. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be invalid
or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or
unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portions of this
ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 20. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published in the
official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force five days after passage
and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at a
Regular Meeting thereof this day of 2011.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Christy O'Flaherty, CMC, City Clerk
Filed with the City Clerk:
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY: Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Office of the City Attorney Ordinance Number:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, REPEALING ORDINANCE NOS. 2053, 2083 AND 2133, AS
CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 16.48; UPDATING
CERTAIN FIRE PROTECTION STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION' OF
HIGH -RISE BUILDINGS WITHIN THE CITY OF TUKWILA; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila is concerned about the health, welfare and safety of
persons working or residing in high -rise buildings; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to provide appropriate standards for construction of
high -rise buildings;
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.010 hereby reads as follows:
16.48.010 Story Defined. As used herein, the terms "Story" and "Building
Height" shall be as defined in the Washington State Building Code.
Section 2. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.020 hereby reads as follows:
16.48.020 Scope and Construction of Chapter.
A. TMC Chapter 16.48 shall apply only to buildings in excess of eight fe-u -r stories
or 7540 feet to the occupied floor from the lowest level of Fire Department Vehicle
Access.. In all other respects, the provisions of the International Building Code (IBC),
as found in TMC Chapter 16.04, and the International Fire Code (IFC), as found in TMC
Chapter 16.16, shall be generally applicable to TMC Chapter 16.48 including, but not
limited to, provisions for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor, and
provisions for penalties for violations and establishing administrative appeal procedures.
B. If, in any specific case, TMC Chapter 16.48 specifies materials, methods of
construction or other requirements which are different from those specified in any other
part of the International Building Code (IBC) Section 403 and Tukwila Building Code
(TMC Chapter 16.04), the more restrictive requirement shall govern.
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C. Section 403.2.1 of the International Building Code for the reduction in fire
resistance ratings shall not be allowed.
Section 3. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.030 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.030 Sprinkler Systems. Every building shall be fully sprinklered in
accordance with the standards set down in NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
#13, minimum light hazard with no omissions allowed in quest rooms and sleeping
areas and ordinary hazard in all other common areas.
Section 4. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.040 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.040 Fire Hose Racks. Buildings over eight four stories shall have in the
stair tower, adjacent to the standpipe, beginning on the third floor and alternating every
other floor, in hose cabinets, 150 feet of 1 -3/4" double jacket hose with 1-1/2" NST hose
couplings. The hose lengths shall be connected and bundled together. The cabinet
shall be labeled "FIRE DEPARTMENT USE ONLY."
Section 5. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.050 is hereby adopted to read as
follows:
16.48.050 Standpipes.
A. With regard to TMC 16.48.040, separate dry standpipes shall not be required if
the standpipes and the sprinkler risers are the same pipes, that is, "wet" standpipes, as
defined in Section 905 of the International Building Code.
B. A second standpipe shall be installed in one stairwell with a separate feed from
the main sprinkler riser room and a separate fire department connection system.
Section 6. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.060 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.060 Parking Structures. All parking structures shall be equipped with a
Fire Sprinkler System.
Section 7. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.070 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.070 Standby Fire Pumps. Two standby fire pumps shall be provided and
shall have automatic controls to utilize the emergency water supply. One pump shall be
diesel powered. The other shall be electric and shall be capable of being powered from
the building emergency power generator. All fire pump installations shall follow Chapter
9 of the IBC, IFC and NFPA 13.
Section 8. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.080 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.080 Emergency Power Generator. An emergency power generator shall
be provided and shall provide power for the following:
1. Emergency elevator;
2. Minimum lighting, including all exit stairs, exit lights and exit corridors;
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3. Stair tower pressurization;
4. Emergency communications system, including phone jacks;
5. Fire alarm system;
6. Electric fire pump;
7. Smoke removal equipment (if otherwise required);
8. Emergency evacuation notification system;
9. Fire Department control room.
Section 9. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.090 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.090 Windows. If the building is not provided with openable windows on
each floor, 10% of the windows on each floor shall be tempered glass with a 1 -3/4"
diameter red circle on the upper left -hand corner of each window.
Section 10. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.100 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.100 Smoke /Heat Detector System. Every building will have a full fire
alarm system, in accordance with the standards set down by TMC Chapter 16.40 and
NFPA 72. The building shall be provided with an approved smoke /heat detector system
combined with manual pull- stations. Smoke detectors shall be installed in the elevator
lobby of each floor and outside of the emergency stair tower doors on each floor. Fixed
temperature heat detectors shall be installed in all mechanical equipment rooms. Both
this detector system and the sprinkler system shall be monitored by an approved central
station alarm agency, providing 24 -hour supervision.
Section 11. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.110 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.110 Emergency Communications System.
A. An emergency communications system shall be provided with jacks on each
floor of each emergency stair tower and beside the emergency elevator. A minimum of
six handsets shall be stored in a room, the location of which shall be designated by the
Fire Marshal of the Fire Department (Section 907.2.12.3 of the IBC).
B. Emergency responder radio coverage shall be provided in accordance with the
2009 Edition of the International Fire Code, Section 510.
Section 12. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.120 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.120 Emergency Communications System Room. The room referred to
in TMC 16.48.110 shall be of fire resistive construction (according to the standards set
out in Section 911 of the International Building Code), shall ordinarily remain locked (the
lock shall automatically release upon activation of either the fire detection or sprinkler
system), and shall contain the following:
1. Emergency communication system controls;
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2. Fire alarm and sprinkler flow annunciator panels;
3. Controls to manually start and shut down the fire pumps;
4. An outside line telephone;
5. Smoke evacuation controls;
6. Elevator status panel.
Section 13. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.130 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.130 Emergency Evacuation Notification System. The building must
contain an emergency evacuation notification system in accordance with IBC Section
403 and that has been approved by the Fire Marshal of the Fire Department for use in
that building.
Section 14. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.140 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.140 Smoke Evacuation System. The building must contain a smoke
evacuation system that has been approved by the Fire Marshal of the Fire Department
for use in that building, taking into consideration the design of the heating, ventilation
and air conditioning (HVAC) systems of the building (Section 909 of the IFC and the
IBC).
Section 15. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.150 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.150 Re- inspection Fees for New Construction, Tenant Improvements,
and Spot Inspections. A re- inspection fee of $80 will be assessed when an inspection
is requested for new construction, tenant improvements or spot inspections, or when
upon arrival the Fire Inspector finds the work is not complete, not ready for inspection,
or does not comply with fire code requirements. Under these conditions, a follow -up
inspection will be required.
Section 16. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.160 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.160 Violations Penalties. Any person who shall violate any of the
provisions of TMC Chapter 16.48, the International Fire Code or appendices adopted by
TMC Chapter 16.16, or who shall fail to comply therewith, or who shall violate or fail to
comply with any order made thereunder, or who shall build in violation of any detailed
statement of specifications or plans submitted and approved thereunder or any
certificate or permit issued thereunder and from which no appeal has been taken, or
who shall fail to comply with such an order as affirmed or modified by the Fire Marshal
or by a court of competent jurisdiction within the time fixed therein, shall be guilty of a
gross misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine in an
amount not to exceed $5,000.00, as outlined in TMC Section 16.16.080, or
imprisonment for a term not to exceed one year or by both such fine and imprisonment.
The imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it
to continue. Each day or portion thereof during which any violation of the provisions of
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this section is caused, permitted or continued shall constitute a separate offense and
shall be punishable as such. Application of the penalty specified in this section shall not
be held to prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions.
Section 17. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.170 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.170 Appeals. Whenever the Fire Marshal disapproves an application or
refuses to grant a permit applied for, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Board
of Appeals established in Section 108 of the International Fire Code within 30 days from
the date of the Fire Marshal's decision(s). Section 108 shall be amended to read:
Disputes regarding interpretation of code provisions shall be settled by the International
Fire Code Institute. When deemed appropriate, the Fire Marshal will request a formal,
written interpretation from the Institute.
Section 18. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.48.180 is hereby adopted to
read as follows:
16.48.180 Exceptions. Any exceptions to the items covered by this Chapter
shall be granted by the Chief of the Fire Department or by the Fire Marshal. Requests
for exception must be made in writing; exceptions granted or denied shall be in writing.
Section 19. Repealer. Ordinance Nos. 2053, 2083 and 2133 are hereby repealed.
Section 20. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause
or phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to
be invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 21. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be
published in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force
five days after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of 2011.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Christy O'Flaherty, CMC, City Clerk
Filed with the City Clerk:
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY: Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Office of the City Attorney Ordinance Number:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING NEW REGULATIONS TO BE CODIFIED AT
TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE, CHAPTER 16.46, REGARDING CERTAIN
FIRE PROTECTION STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF MID -RISE
BUILDINGS WITHIN THE CITY OF TUKWILA; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Tukwila is concerned about the health, welfare and safety of
persons working or residing in mid -rise buildings; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to provide appropriate standards for construction of
mid -rise buildings;
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Regulations Established. Tukwila Municipal Code (TMC) Chapter
16.46, "Fire Protection in Mid -Rise Buildings," is hereby established to read as follows:
CHAPTER 16.46
FIRE PROTECTION IN MID -RISE BUILDINGS
Sections:
16.46.010 Story Defined
16.46.020 Scope and Construction of Chapter
16.46.030 Sprinkler Systems
16.46.040 Fire Hose Racks
16.46.050 Standpipes
16.46.060 Parking Structures
16.46.070 Standby Fire Pumps
16.46.080 Emergency Power Generator
16.46.090 Windows
16.46.100 Smoke /Heat Detector System
16.46.110 Emergency Communications System
16.46.120 Emergency Communications System Room
16.46.130 Emergency Evacuation Notification System
16.46.140 Smoke Evacuation System
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16.46.150 Re- inspection Fees for New Construction, Tenant
Improvements, and Spot Inspections
16.46.160 Violations Penalties
16.46.170 Appeals
16.46.180 Exceptions
Section 2. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.010 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.010 Story Defined. As used herein, the terms "Story" and "Building
Height" shall be as defined in the Washington State Building Code.
Section 3. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.020 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.020 Scope and Construction of Chapter.
A. TMC Chapter 16.46 shall apply only to buildings between four stories or 40 feet
and eight stories or 75 feet to the occupied floor from the lowest level of Fire
Department Vehicle Access. In all other respects, the provisions of the International
Building Code (IBC), as found in TMC Chapter 16.04, and the International Fire Code
(IFC), as found in TMC Chapter 16.16, shall be generally applicable to TMC Chapter
16.46 including, but not limited to, provisions for the issuance of permits and collection
of fees therefor, and provisions for penalties for violations and establishing
administrative appeal procedures.
B. If, in any specific case, TMC Chapter 16.46 specifies materials, methods of
construction or other requirements that are different from those specified in any other
part of the Tukwila Building Code (TMC Chapter 16.04), the more restrictive
requirement shall govern.
C. Buildings constructed of Type VA Construction (light wood frame construction)
as outlined in TMC Chapter 16.04 as written by the Tukwila Building Official, shall be
considered to meet the intent of this ordinance.
Section 4. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.030 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.030 Sprinkler Systems. Every building shall be fully sprinklered in
accordance with the standards set down in NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
#13, minimum light hazard with no omissions allowed in guest rooms and sleeping
areas and ordinary hazard in all other common areas.
Section 5. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.040 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.040 Fire Hose Racks. Buildings over four stories shall have in the stair
tower, adjacent to the standpipe, beginning on the third floor and alternating every other
floor, in hose cabinets, 150 feet of 1 -3/4" double jacket hose with 1 -1/2" NST hose
couplings. The hose lengths shall be connected and bundled together. The cabinet
shall be labeled "FIRE DEPARTMENT USE ONLY."
Section 6. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.050 is hereby established to
read as follows:
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16.46.050 Standpipes.
A. With regard to TMC Section 16.46.040, separate dry standpipes shall not be
required if the standpipes and the sprinkler risers are the same pipes, that is, "wet"
standpipes, as defined in Section 905 of the International Building Code.
B. A second standpipe shall be installed in one stairwell with a separate feed from
the main sprinkler riser room and separate fire department connection system.
Section 7. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.060 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.060 Parking Structures. All parking structures shall be equipped with an
automatic Fire Sprinkler System.
Section 8. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.070 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.070 Standby Fire Pumps. Two standby fire pumps shall be provided and
shall have automatic controls to utilize the emergency water supply. One pump shall be
diesel powered. The other shall be electric and shall be capable of being powered from
the building emergency power generator. Are pumps may not be required if the fire
sprinkler system hydraulic calculations do not require the use of the fire pump for
system operation.
Section 9. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.080 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.080 Emergency Power Generator. An emergency power generator shall
be provided and shall provide power for the following:
1. Emergency elevator;
2. Minimum lighting, including all exit stairs, exit lights and exit corridors;
3. Stair tower pressurization;
4. Emergency communications system, including phone jacks;
5. Fire alarm system;
6. Electric fire pump;
7. Smoke removal equipment (if otherwise required);
8. Emergency evacuation notification system;
9. Fire Department control room.
Section 10. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.090 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.090 Windows. If the building is not provided with openable windows on
each floor, 10% of the windows on each floor shall be tempered glass with a 1 -3/4"
diameter red circle on the upper left -hand corner of each window.
Section 11. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.100 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.100 Smoke /Heat Detector System. Every building will have a full fire
alarm system, in accordance with the standards set down by TMC Chapter 16.40 and
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NFPA 72. The building shall be provided with an approved smoke /heat detector system
combined with manual pull- stations. Smoke detectors shall be installed in the elevator
lobby of each floor and outside of the emergency stair tower doors on each floor. Fixed
temperature heat detectors shall be installed in all mechanical equipment rooms. Both
this detector system and the sprinkler system shall be monitored by an approved central
station alarm agency, providing 24 -hour supervision.
Section 12. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.110 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.110 Emergency Communications System.
A. An emergency communications system shall be provided with jacks on each
floor of each emergency stair tower and beside the emergency elevator. A minimum of
six handsets shall be stored in a room, the location of which shall be designated by the
Fire Marshal of the Fire Department (Section 907.2.12.3 of the IBC).
B. Emergency responder radio coverage shall be provided in accordance with the
2009 Edition of the International Fire Code Section 510.
Section 13. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.120 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.120 Emergency Communications System Room. The room referred to
in TMC Section 16.46.110 shall be of fire resistive construction (according to the
standards set out in Section 911 of the International Building Code), shall ordinarily
remain locked (the lock shall automatically release upon activation of either the fire
detection or sprinkler system), and shall contain the following:
1. Emergency communication system controls;
2. Fire alarm and sprinkler flow annunciator panels;
3. Controls to manually start and shut down the fire pumps;
4. An outside line telephone;
5. Smoke evacuation controls;
6. Elevator status panel.
Section 14. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.130 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.130 Emergency Evacuation Notification System. The building must
contain an emergency evacuation notification system in accordance with IBC Section
403 and that has been approved by the Fire Marshal of the Fire Department for use in
that building.
Section 15. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.140 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.140 Smoke Evacuation System. The building must contain a smoke
evacuation system that has been approved by the Fire Marshal of the Fire Department
for use in that building, taking into consideration the design of the heating, ventilation
and air conditioning (HVAC) systems of the building (Section 909 of the IFC and IBC).
Section 16. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.150 is hereby established to
read as follows:
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16.46.150 Re- inspection Fees for New Construction, Tenant Improvements,
and Spot Inspections. A re- inspection fee of $80 will be assessed when an inspection
is requested for new construction, tenant improvements or spot inspections, or when
upon arrival the Fire Inspector finds the work is not complete, not ready for inspection,
or does not comply with fire code requirements. Under these conditions, a follow -up
inspection will be required.
Section 17. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.160 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.160 Violations Penalties. Any person who shall violate any of the
provisions of TMC Chapter 16.46, the International Fire Code or appendices adopted by
TMC Chapter 16.16, or who shall fail to comply therewith, or who shall violate or fail to
comply with any order made thereunder, or who shall build in violation of any detailed
statement of specifications or plans submitted and approved thereunder or any
certificate or permit issued thereunder and from which no appeal has been taken, or
who shall fail to comply with such an order as affirmed or modified by the Fire Marshal
or by a court of competent jurisdiction within the time fixed therein, shall be guilty of a
gross misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine in an
amount not to exceed $5,000.00, as outlined in TMC Section 16.16.080, or
imprisonment for a term not to exceed one year or by both such fine and imprisonment.
The imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it
to continue. Each day or portion thereof during which any violation of the provisions of
this section is caused, permitted or continued shall constitute a separate offense and
shall be punishable as such. Application of the penalty specified in this section shall not
be held to prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions.
Section 18. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.170 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.170 Appeals. Whenever the Fire Marshal disapproves an application or
refuses to grant a permit applied for, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Board
of Appeals established in Section 108 of the International Fire Code within 30 days from
the date of the Fire Marshal's decision(s). Section 108 shall be amended to read:
Disputes regarding interpretation of code provisions shall be settled by the International
Fire Code Institute. When deemed appropriate, the Fire Marshal will request a formal,
written interpretation from the Institute.
Section 19. Tukwila Municipal Code Section 16.46.180 is hereby established to
read as follows:
16.46.180 Exceptions. Any exceptions to the items covered by this chapter shall
be granted by the Chief of the Fire Department or by the Fire Marshal. Requests for
exception must be made in writing; exceptions granted or denied shall be in writing.
Section 20. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause
or phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to
be invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
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Section 21. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be
published in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force
five days after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of 2011.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Christy O'Flaherty, CMC, City Clerk
Filed with the City Clerk:
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY: Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Office of the City Attorney Ordinance Number:
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APPENDIX R
DWELLING UNIT FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
(Note: Appendix R is an extraction of Section P2904)
AR105.1 General. Where installed, residential fire 2. In attics.
sprinkler systems, or portions thereof, shall be in 3. In concealed spaces located directly beneath a roof.
accordance with NFPA 13D or Appendix R, which shall be 4. Within distance the th to a heat source as specified in
considered equivalent to NFPA 13D. Appendix R shall Table the istan
apply to stand-alone and multipurpose wet pipe sprinkler AR105.2.3 Freezing areas. Piping shall be protected from
systems that do not include the use of antifieeze. A freezing. Where sprinklers are required in areas that are
multipurpose fire sprinkler system shall supply domestic subject to freezing, dry-side-wall or dry pendent sprinklers
water to both fire sprinklers and plumbing fixtures. A extending from a nonfi area into a freezing area shall
stand -alone sprinkler system shall be separate and be installed.
independent from the water distribution system.
AR105.1.1 Required sprinkler locations. Sprinklers shall AR105.2.4 Sprinkler coverage. Sprinkler coverage
be installed to protect all areas of a dwelling unit. requirements and sprinkler obstruction requirements shall
be in accordance with Sections AR105.2.4.1 and
Exceptions: AR105.2.4.2.
1. Attics, crawl spaces and normally unoccupied
concealed spaces that do not contain fuel -fired AR105.2.4.1 Coverage area limit. The area of coverage
appliances do not require sprinklers. In attics, crawl of a single sprinkler shall not exceed 400 square feet (37
spaces and normally unoccupied concealed spaces m and shall be based on the sprinkler listing and the
that contain fuel -fired equipment, a.sprinkler shall sprinkler manufacturer's installation instructions.
be installed above the equipment; however, AR105.2.4.2 Obstructions to coverage. Sprinkler
sprinklers shall not be required in the remainder of discharge shall not be blocked by obstructions unless
the space. additional sprinklers are installed to protect the obstructed
2. Clothes closets, linen closets and pantries not area. Sprinkler separation from obstructions shall comply
exceeding 24 square feet (2.2 m in area, with the with the minimum distances specified in the sprinkler
smallest dimension not greater than 3 feet (915 mm) manufacturer's instructions.
and having wall and ceiling surfaces of gypsum
board. AR105.2.4.2.1 Additional requirements for pendent
3. Bathrooms not more than 55 square feet (5.1 m in sprinklers. Pendent sprinklers within 3 feet (915 mm) of
the center of a ceiling fan, surface mounted ceiling
area. luminaire or similar object shall be considered to be
4. Garages; carports; exterior porches; unheated entry obstructed, and additional sprinklers shall be installed.
areas, such as mud rooms, that are adjacent to an
exterior door; and similar areas. AR105.2.4.2.2 Additional requirements for sidewall
AR105.2 Sprinklers. Sprinklers shall be new listed sprinklers. Sidewall sprinklers within 5 feet (1524 mm) of
residential sprinklers and shall be installed in accordance the center of a ceiling fan, surface mounted ceiling
with the sprinkler manufacturer's installation instructions. luminaire or similar object shall be considered to be
obstructed, and additional sprinklers shall be installed.
AR105.2.1 Temperature rating and separation from
heat sources. Except as provided for in Section AR105.2.5 Sprinkler installation on systems assembled
AR105.2.2, sprinklers shall have a temperature rating of not with solvent cement. The solvent cementing of threaded
less than 135 °F (57 °C) and not more than 170 °F (77 °C). adapter fittings shall be completed and threaded adapters
Sprinklers shall be separated from heat sources as required for sprinklers shall be verified as being clear of excess
by the sprinkler manufacturer's installation instructions. cement prior to the installation of sprinklers on systems
assembled with solvent cement.
AR105.2.2 Intermediate temperature sprinklers.
Sprinklers shall have an intermediate temperature rating not AR105.2.6 Sprinkler modifications prohibited. Painting,
caul
Tess than 175 °F (79 °C) and not more than 225 °F (107 caulking or modifying of sprinklers shall be prohibited.
where installed in the following locations: Sprinklers that have been painted, caulked, modified or
damaged shall be replaced with new sprinklers.
1. Directly under skylights, where the sprinkler is
exposed to direct sunlight.
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TABLE AR105.2.2
LOCATIONS WHERE INTERMEDIATE TEMPERATURE SPRINKLERS ARE REQUIRED
RANGE OF DISTANCE FROM HEAT SOURCE WITHIN WHICH
HEAT SOURCE INTERMEDIATE TEMPERATURE SPRINKLERS ARE REQUIRED''
(inches)
Fireplace, side of open or recessed fireplace I 12 to 36
Fireplace, front of recessed fireplace I 36 to 60
Coal and wood burning stove I 12 to 42
Kitchen range top I _9 to 18
Oven I 9 to 18
Vent connector or chimney connector I 9 to 18
Heating duct, not insulated I 9 to 18
Hot water pipe, not insulated 6 to 12
Side of ceiling or wall warm air register I 12 to 24
Front of wall mounted warm air register I 18 to 36
Water heater, furnace or boiler I 3 to 6
Luminaire up to 250 watts I 3 to 6
Luminaire 250 watts up to 499 watts I 6 to 12
For IS: 1 inch 25.4 mm.
a. Sprinklers shall not be located at distances less than the minimum table distance unless the sprinkler listing allows a lesser distance.
b. Distances shall be measured in a straight line from the nearest edge of the heat source to the nearest edge of the sprinkler.
AR105.3 Sprinkler piping system. Sprinkler piping shall AR105.3.3 Single dwelling limit. Piping beyond the
be supported in accordance with the requirements for cold service valve located at the beginning of the water
water distribution piping. Sprinkler piping shall comply distribution system shall not serve more than one dwelling.
with all requirements for cold water distribution piping. For AR105.3.4 Drain. A means to drain the sprinkler system
multipurpose piping systems, the sprinkler piping shall shall be provided on the system side of the water
connect to and be a part of the cold water distribution distribution shutoff valve.
piping system.
AR105.4 Determining system design flow. The flow for
AR105.3.1 Nonmetallic pipe and tubing. Nonmetallic sizing the sprinkler piping system shall be based on the
pipe and tubing, such as CPVC and PEX, shall be listed for flow rating of each sprinkler in accordance with Section
use in residential fire sprinkler systems. AR105.4.1 and the calculation in accordance with Section
AR105.3.1.1 Nonmetallic pipe protection. Nonmetallic AR105.4.2.
pipe and tubing systems shall be protected from exposure to AR105.4.1 Determining required flow rate for each
the living space by a layer of not less than 3/8 -inch (9.5 sprinkler. The minimum required flow for each sprinkler
mm) thick gypsum wallboard, 1/2 -inch thick plywood (13 shall be determined using the sprinkler manufacturer's
mm), or other material having a 15- minute fire rating. published data for the specific sprinkler model based on all
Exceptions: of the following:
1. Pipe protection shall not be required in areas that do
not require protection with sprinklers as specified in 1. The area of coverage.
Section AR105.1.1. 2. The ceiling configuration.
2. Pipe protection shall not be required where exposed 3. The temperature rating.
piping is permitted by the pipe listing. 4. Any additional conditions specified by the sprinkler
AR105.3.2 Shutoff valves prohibited. With the exception manufacturer.
of shutoff valves for the entire water distribution system, AR105.4.2 System design flow rate. The design flow rate
valves shall not be installed in any location where the valve for the system shall be based on the following:
would isolate piping serving one or more sprinklers. 1. The design flow rate for a room having only one
sprinkler shall be the flow rate required for that
sprinkler, as determined by Section AR105.4.1.
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loss in piping and identifying a piping material, diameter
2. The design flow rate for a room having two or more
sprinklers shall be determined by identifying the and length using the equation in Section AR105.6.2.1 and
sprinkler in that room with the highest required flow the procedure in Section AR105.6.2.2.
rate, based on Section ARl 05.4.1, and multiplying AR105.6.2.1 Available pressure equation. The pressure
that flow rate by 2. available to offset friction loss in the interior piping system
3. Where the sprinkler manufacturer specifies different (Pt) shall be determined in accordance with Equation AR -1.
criteria for ceiling configurations that are not smooth, PL PL P P E nation AR
flat and horizontal, the required flow rate for that P P ❑p PL e a e sp q
room shall comply with the sprinkler manufacturer's Where:
instructions. P Pressure used in applying Tables
4. The design flow rate for the sprinkler system shall be P2904.6.2(4) through P2904.6.2(9).
the flow required by the room with the largest flow
Ps up Pressure available from the water supply
rate, based on Items 1, 2 and 3.
source.
5. For the purpose of this section, it shall be permissible
PL, Pressure loss in the water service pipe.
to reduce the design flow rate for a room by
subdividing the space into two or more rooms, where PL,„ Pressure loss in the water meter.
each room is evaluated separately with respect to the
required design flow rate. Each room shall be PLd Pressure loss from devices other than the
bounded by walls and a ceiling. Openings in walls water meter.
shall have a lintel not less than 8 inches (203 mm) in PI Pressure loss associated with changes in
depth and each lintel shall form a solid barrier elevation
between the ceiling and the top of the opening.
P Maximum pressure required by a sprinkler.
AR105.5 Water supply. The water supply shall provide
not less than the required design flow rate for sprinklers in AR105.6.2.2 Calculation procedure. Determination of the
accordance with Section AR105.4.2 at a pressure not less required size for water distribution piping shall be in
than that used to comply with Section AR105.6. accordance with the following procedure:
AR105.5.1 Water supply from individual sources. Step 1 Determine P
Where a dwelling unit water supply is from a tank system, a Obtain the static supply pressure that will be available from
private well system or a combination of these, the available the water main from the water purveyor, or for an
water supply shall be based on the minimum pressure individual source, the available supply pressure shall be in
control setting for the pump. accordance with Section AR105.5.1.
AR105.5.2 Required capacity. The water supply shall Step 2 Determine PL,„
have the capacity to provide the required design flow rate Use Table P2904.6.20) to determine the pressure loss in
for sprinklers for a period of time as follows: the water service pipe based on the selected size of the
1. 7 minutes for dwelling units one story in height and water service.
less than 2,000 square feet (186 m in area. Step 3 Determine PL,,,
2. 10 minutes for dwelling units two or more stories in Use Table P2904.6.2(2) to determine the pressure loss fi
height or equal to or greater than 2,000 square feet the water meter, based on the selected water meter size.
(186 m in area. Step 4 Determine PL
Where a well system, a water supply tank system or a Determine the pressure loss from devices other than the
combination thereof is used, any combination of well water meter installed in the piping system supplying
capacity and tank storage shall be permitted to meet the sprinklers, such as pressure- reducing valves, backflow
capacity requirement. preventers, water softeners or water filters. Device pressure
AR105.6 Pipe sizing. The piping to sprinklers shall be losses shall be based on the device manufacturer's
sized for the flow required by Section AR105.4.2. The flow specifications. The flow rate used to determine pressure
required to supply the plumbing fixtures shall not be loss shall be the rate from Section AR 105.4.2, except that 5
required to be added to the sprinkler design flow. gpm (0.3 L /S) shall be added where the device is installed
in a water- service pipe that supplies more than one
AR105.6.1 Method of sizing pipe. Piping supplying dwelling. As alternative to deducting pressure loss for a
sprinklers shall be sized using the prescriptive method in device, an automatic bypass valve shall be installed to
Section AR105.6.2 or by hydraulic calculation in divert flow around the device when a sprinkler activates.
accordance with NFPA 13D. The minimum pipe size fi
the water supply source to any sprinkler shall be 3/4 inch
(19 mm) nominal. Threaded adapter fittings at the point
where sprinklers are attached to the piping shall be a (Insert as Page 856d)
minimum of 1/2 inch (13 mm) nominal.
AR105.6.2 Prescriptive pipe sizing method. Pipe shall be
sized by determining the available pressure to offset friction
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Step 5 Determine PL, 3. Sprinklers are the correct temperature rating and are
Use Table P2904.6.2(3) to determine the pressure loss installed at or beyond the required separation
associated with changes in elevation. The elevation used in distances from heat sources as required by Sections
applying the table shall be the difference between the AR105.2.1 and AR105.2.2.
elevation where the water source pressure was measured 4. The pipe size equals or exceeds the size used in
and the elevation of the highest sprinkler. applying Tables P2904.6.2(4) through P2904.6.2(9)
Step 6 Determine PSG or, if the piping system was hydraulically calculated
Determine the maximum pressure required by any in accordance with Section AR105.6.1, the size used
individual sprinkler based on the flow rate from Section in the hydraulic calculation.
AR105.4.1. The required pressure is provided in the 5. The pipe length does not exceed the length permitted
sprinkler manufacturer's published data for the specific by Tables AR10S.6.2(4) through AR105.6.2(9) or, if
sprinkler model based on the selected flow rate. the piping system was hydraulically calculated in
Step 7 Calculate Pt accordance with Section AR105.6.1, pipe lengths and
fittings do not exceed those used in the hydraulic
Using Equation AR -1, calculate the pressure available to calculation.
offset friction Toss in water distribution piping between the
service valve and the sprinklers. 6. Nonmetallic piping that conveys water to sprinklers is
listed for use with fire sprinklers.
Step 8 Determine the maximum allowable pipe length 7. Piping is supported in accordance with the pipe
Use Tables P2904.6.2(4) through P2904.6.2(9) to select a manufacturer's and sprinkler manufacturer's
material and size for water distribution piping. The piping installation instructions.
material and size shall be acceptable if the developed length
of pipe between the service valve and the most remote
8. The piping system is tested in accordance with the
sprinkler does not exceed the maximum allowable length plumbing code.
specified by the applicable table. Interpolation of P AR105.8.2 Final inspection. The following items shall be
between the tabular values shall be permitted. verified upon completion of the system:
The maximum allowable length of piping in Tables 1. Sprinklers are not painted, damaged or otherwise
P2904.6.2(4) through P2904.6.2(9) incorporates an hindered from operation.
adjustment for pipe fittings, and no additional consideration 2. Where a pump is required to provide water to the
of friction losses associated with pipe fittings shall be system, the pump starts automatically upon system
required. water demand.
AR105.7 Instructions and signs. An owner's manual for 3. Pressure reducing valves, water softeners, water
the fire sprinkler system shall be provided to the owner. A filters or other impairments to water flow that were
sign or valve tag shall be installed at the main shutoff valve not part of the original design have not been installed.
to the water distribution system stating the following: 4. The sign or valve tag required by Section AR105.7 is
"Warning, the water system for this home supplies fire installed and the owner's manual for the system is
sprinklers that require certain flows and pressures to fight a present.
fire. Devices that restrict the flow or decrease the pressure
or automatically shutoff the water to the fire sprinkler
system, such as water softeners, filtration systems and
automatic shutoff valves, shall not be added to this system
without a review of the fire sprinkler system by a fire
protection specialist. Do not remove this sign."
AR105.8 Inspections. The water distribution system shall
be inspected in accordance with Sections AR105.8.1 and
AR1 05.8.2.
AR105.8.1 Preconcealment Inspection. The following
items shall be verified prior to the concealment of any
sprinkler system piping:
1. Sprinklers are installed in all areas as required by
Section AR105.1.1.
2. Where sprinkler water spray pattems are obstructed
by construction features, luminaires or ceiling fans,
additional sprinklers are installed as required by
Section AR105.2.4.2.
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APPENDIX S
FIRE SPRINKLERS
The provisions contained in this appendix are not mandatory unless specifically
referenced in the adopting ordinance.
AS107.1 Fire sprinklers. An approved automatic fire
sprinkler system shall be installed in new one family and
two family dwellings and townhouses in accordance with
Appendix R.
(Insert as Page 856f)
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a' -I Interdepartmental Memo
2
February 15, 2011
To: Mayor Haggerton
Finance and Safety Committee
From: B/C Tomaso
RE: Fire and Building Ordinance Comparison
Below is the comparison that was done by Bob Benedicto and myself for the
ordinances that will be affected with the 5 over 1 that is proposed.
Building Department 5 over 1 Ordinance.
Allow five story buildings of Type VA construction. (Conventional light wood frame
construction protected by one hour fire resistive assemblies)
Provide a tool to build an economically viable mixed use multi- family buildings
while providing equal or greater protection to occupants as would be provided by
a current code prescribed four story light wood frame building.
Allows one additional story and 15 feet in additional height to the code prescribed
limits. Maximum building height, 65 feet.
Allows a 25% increase in the code prescribed allowable area limits.
For these increases, the special provisions of this ordinance require one -hour fire
resistive construction throughout, no exceptions. First story structural members
are to be protected with two -hour fire resistive construction. No exceptions
allowed for fire sprinkler coverage. All other provisions for this building type are
otherwise required by current code provisions.
Construction of a building by these provisions is deemed equivalent to the Fire
Department Mid -rise ordinance, i.e. Fire Department mid -rise ordinance is
superseded.
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Only, R -1 R -2 (hotels, apartments, condos) occupancies allowed above the first
story.
Existing code provisions permits the construction of this proposed building over a
Type I, Open Parking Garage, for the 5 over 1 concept, no additional special
provisions required. Overall height limit 65 feet.
Mid -rise ordinance by Fire Department.
This ordinance applies to buildings between four stories or 40 feet and eight
stories and 75 feet. To the occupied floor from the lowest level of fire department
access. (This is a clarification to the height definition as requested by Building)
Buildings constructed under the provisions TMC 16.05, (five story light wood
frame construction) are considered to meet the intent of this Ordinance. (This is
language that exempts the five story Type VA building from these provisions)
Sprinkler system, NFPA 13 (only) minimum light hazard with no exceptions in
guest rooms and sleeping areas. ordinary hazard in all other common areas.
(This is consistent with the Fire Department's sprinkler ordinance)
A second standpipe required in one stair well with a separate feed from sprinkler
riser room and separate fire department connection system. (This is a new
requirement in the building code for genuine high rise buildings)
Clarification: Fire pumps required if sprinkler system hydraulic calculation do not
require use of the fire pump system. (Previous version of this ordinance required
two fire pumps, one electric one diesel, outright.)
Emergency responder radio coverage shall be provided in accordance with 2009
IBC. (This is a new provision for real high -rise buildings that has now been
adopted in this mid -rise ordinance).
Smoke evacuation system approved by the Fire Department remains in this
ordinance. By mechanical means.
All other language in this ordinance remains as stated in the existing Fire Department
"High rise" ordinance.
High rise ordinance by Fire Department. Amendments to 2009 IBC High Rise
provisions.
Ordinance applies only to buildings in excess of eight stories or 75 feet.
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9 Requires fire hose racks in stair towers in buildings over eight stories, on third
floor and alternating floors.
6 Standby fire pumps required, one electric and one diesel powered.
Break -out or open able windows for smoke /heat evacuation.
Remainder of language in this ordinance repeats requirements that are in the 2009
IBC high -rise provisions. Also stated is that where conflicts between the IBC and this
ordinance occur, the more restrictive requirement shall prevail.
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City of Tukwila
„,c,: 1 Jim Haggerton, Mayor
:..i. 1K'''''leite,A.
r 90 a INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Haggerton
Finance and Safety Committee
FROM: BC Don Tomaso, Fire Marshal
DATE: February 16, 2011
SUBJECT: 2009 Fire Code Amendment regarding Fire Lane Violations
ISSUE
The City Prosecutor has brought to my attention the fact that when we upgraded Fire Code
violations to Gross Misdemeanors we made an error. By doing this we lost the ability to issue
citations to vehicles parked in fire lanes; we now need to identify the operator of the vehicle and
issue that person the citation. We would like to change just the fire lane citations back to a civil
infraction so that the crews can avoid confrontations with the vehicle operator.
BACKGROUND
Back in 2008 we identified several problems with the fire related ordinances when we had a
code enforcement issue go to court for enforcement. The issue was handed back to the Fire
Department because two of the ordinances had different penalties for the same violations. As a
result of this, I reviewed all the fire related ordinances in their entirety and aligned the violation
and penalty sections. They were reviewed by the City Attorney and approved by the Council as
Gross misdemeanors for all Fire Code related violations with a fine of up to $5,000 or one year
in jail. As a component of this change we introduced a bail schedule for the judge to use when
assessing fines and listed fire lanes as a $100.00 penalty. However, we overlooked the fact
that Gross Misdemeanors require you to identify the operator of the vehicle and do not allow
you to issue a citation to the vehicle owner due the criminal nature of this charge.
DISCUSSION
This issue was discussed internally and with the Police Department, and for firefighter safety
concerns, it was determined the preferred method would be to issue a citation to the registered
owner of the vehicle as opposed to having firefighters look for the vehicle operator and have a
possible confrontation. This was the previous method used since the City started issuing fire
lane citations back in the 1970's. We are requesting that Ordinance #2290 be amended to
include language for Fire Code violations that list "Fire Lane Violations as Civil Infractions" as
identified by the City Prosecutor and City Attorney, with the bail to remain at $100.00.
RECOMMENDATION
The Council is being asked to consider this item at the February 28, 2011 Committee of the
Whole meeting and subsequent March 7, 2011 Regular Meeting.
ATTACHMENTS
Draft Ordinance
Ordinance #2290
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2290, §13, AS CODIFIED AT
TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 16.16.110, "VIOLATIONS
PENALTIES," TO CLASSIFY FIRE LANE PARKING VIOLATIONS AS A CIVIL
INFRACTION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, on June 21, 2010 the City adopted Ordinance No. 2290, which updated
the City's fire prevention and protection regulations by adopting the 2009 Edition of the
International Fire Code and appendices; and
WHEREAS, the City has received notification that the penalty section established by
Ordinance No. 2290, which classified violations of the provisions of Tukwila Municipal
Code Chapter 16.16 as a "Gross Misdemeanor," was in error as it relates to City issued
citations for fire lane parking violations; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City to classify fire lane parking violations
as a "Civil Infraction
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Ordinance Amended. Ordinance No. 2290, §13, as codified at Tukwila
Municipal Code (TMC), Section 16.16.110, "Violations— Penalties," is hereby amended
to read as follows:
16.16.110 Violations Penalties.
A. Any person who shall violate any of the provisions of TMC Chapter 16.16
except as noted in TMC Section 16.16.110 (B), or of the International Fire Code, or
appendices adopted by TMC Chapter 16.16, or who shall fail to comply therewith, or
who shall violate or fail to comply with any order made thereunder, or who shall build in
violation of any detailed statement of specifications or plans submitted and approved
thereunder or any certificate or permit issued thereunder and from which no appeal has
been taken, or who shall fail to comply with such an order as affirmed or modified by the
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Fire Marshal or by a court of competent jurisdiction within the time fixed therein, shall be
guilty of a gross misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine
in an amount not to exceed $5,000.00, as outlined in TMC Section 16.16.080, or
imprisonment for a term not to exceed one year or by both such fine and imprisonment.
The imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it
to continue. Each day or portion thereof during which any violation of the provisions of
this section is caused, permitted, or continued shall constitute a separate offense and
shall be punishable as such. Application of the penalty specified in this section shall not
be held to prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions.
B. Fire lane parking violations shall be considered a non traffic civil
infraction subject to the fine listed in the bail schedule in TMC Section 16.16.080
(D).
Section 2. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be
invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such
invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the
remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 3. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published
in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force five days
after passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at
a Regular Meeting thereof this day of 2011.
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
Jim Haggerton, Mayor
Christy O'Flaherty, CMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM BY: Filed with the City Clerk:
Passed by the City Council:
Published:
Effective Date:
Office of the City Attorney Ordinance Number:
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City of Tukwi!a
Washington
Ordinance No. t Tci CJ
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE 2009 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL
FIRE CODE AND APPENDICES WITH CERTAIN EXCEPTIONS AND
AMENDMENTS, AS CODIFIED AT TUKWILA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER
16.16, TO APPLY WITHIN THE CITY OF TUKWILA; REPEALING ORDINANCE
NOS. 2047, 2129 AND 2166; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to protect the health, welfare and safety of Tukwila
citizens by keeping current with the most recent fire code requirements; and
WHEREAS, to achieve this end, the City Council has determined to update its current fire
prevention and protection regulations by adopting the 2009 Edition of the International Fire
Code and appendices; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to utilize its personnel resources in the most efficient
manner, and increased demands have reduced the time available to complete inspections in a
timely manner;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. TMC Chapter 16.16 shall read as follows:
Chapter 16.16
INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE
Sections:
16.16.010 Adoption of the International Fire Code.
16.16.020 Enforcement.
16.16.030 Definitions.
16.16.040 Establishment of Limits of Districts in which Storage of Flammable or
Combustible Liquids in Outside Aboveground Tanks is to be Prohibited.
16.16.050 Establishment of Limits in which Bulk Storage of Liquefied Petroleum Gases is to
be Restricted.
16.16.060 Establishment of Limits of Districts in which Storage of Explosives and Blasting
Agents is to be Prohibited.
16.16.070 Amendments to the International Fire Code.
16.16.080 Fees.
16.16.085 Exceptions.
16.16.090 Appeals.
16.16.100 New Materials, Processes or Occupancies which may Require Permits.
16.16.110 Violations Penalties.
16.16.120 Conflicts with Existing Codes and Ordinances.
Section 2. TMC Section 16.16.010 shall read as follows:
16.16.010 Adoption of the International Fire Code. Pursuant to RCW 35.21.180, that certain
code of technical regulations known as the International Fire Code and Appendices B, C and D,
except Section D -107 is not adopted, 2009 Edition) and any amendments thereto published by
the Western Fire Chiefs Association and the International Conference of Building Officials, is
hereby adopted by this reference as if fully set forth, subject to the modifications and
amendments set forth in TMC Chapter 16.16. One copy of said Fire Code shall be maintained on
file in the office of the City Clerk for public use and inspection.
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Section 3. TMC Section 16.16.020 shall read as follows:
16.16.020 Enforcement.
A. The International Fire Code shall be enforced by the Fire Prevention Bureau in the Fire
Department of the City, which is operated under the supervision of the Chief of the Fire
Department.
B. There shall be a Fire Marshal in charge of the Fire Prevention Bureau who shall be
appointed by the Chief of the Fire Department on the basis of an examination to determine his
qualifications.
Section 4. TMC Section 16.16.030 shall read as follows:
16.16.030 Definitions.
A. Wherever the word 'jurisdiction" is used in the International Fire Code, it means the
area within the city limits of the City of Tukwila, Washington.
B. Wherever the words "Fire Code Official" are used in the International Fire Code, they
mean the Fire Marshal in charge of fire prevention.
Section 5. TMC Section 16.16.040 shall read as follows:
16.16.040 Establishment of Limits of Districts in which Storage of Flammable or
Combustible Liquids in Outside Aboveground Tanks is to be Prohibited. The storage of
flammable or combustible liquids in outside aboveground storage tanks is prohibited within the
City, except as conditioned below:
1. Aboveground storage tanks shall meet the requirements of Chapter 34 of the
International Fire Code.
2. Tanks containing Class I, II or III -A liquids shall not exceed 12,000 gallons individual
or 24,000 gallons aggregate.
3. Installation of aboveground tanks shall be subject to berming and screening as
required by the Public Works and Planning Departments respectively.
4. Installation of aboveground tanks shall be limited to MIC, LI or CLI zones.
Section 6. TMC Section 16.16.050 shall read as follows:
16.16.050 Establishment of Limits in which Bulk Storage of Liquefied Petroleum Gases is
to be Restricted. The limits referred to in Chapter 38, Section 3804.2 of the International Fire
Code, in which storage of liquefied petroleum gas is restricted, shall apply throughout the City.
NFPA 58 shall be used as the installation guide for all propane systems.
Section 7. TMC Section 16.16.060 shall read as follows:
16.16.060 Establishment of Limits of Districts in which Storage of Explosives and Blasting
Agents is to be Prohibited. The limits referred to in Chapter 33, Section 3304 of the
International Fire Code, in which storage of explosives and blasting agents is prohibited, shall
apply throughout the City.
Section 8. TMC Section 16.16.070 shall read as follows:
16.16.070 Amendments to the International Fire Code.
A. Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed in all occupancies. No exceptions will be
allowed.
B. Adequate ground ladder access shall be provided to all rescue windows above the first
story. Landscape a flat, 12 -foot deep by 4 -foot wide area below each required rescue window.
C. Section 503 of the International Fire Code 2009 edition) adopted by this chapter is
hereby amended to read as follows:
Section 503.2
1. General. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided and maintained in
accordance with the provisions of this section.
2. Definitions. The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation and
enforcement of this section:
a. "Fire apparatus access road(s)" means that area within any public right -of -way,
easement, or private property designated for the purpose of permitting fire trucks and other
firefighting or emergency equipment to use, travel upon and park.
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b. "Park," "parking," "stop," "stand" or "standing" means the halting of a vehicle,
other than an emergency vehicle, whether occupied or not, except when necessary to avoid
conflict with other traffic or in compliance with the direction of a police officer or fire official or
traffic signal or sign.
c. "Vehicle" means a machine propelled by power, other than human power,
designed to travel along the ground or rail, by the use of wheels, treads, runners or slides, and
shall include, without limitation, truck, automobile, trailer, motorcycle, tractor, buggy, wagon
and locomotive.
3. Requirements Standards.
a. When required by the Fire Department, hard- surfaced fire apparatus access
road(s) shall be provided around facilities which, by their size, location, design or contents
warrant access which exceeds that normally provided by the proximity of city streets.
b. Fire apparatus access road(s) shall be required when any portion of an exterior
wall of the first story is located more than 150 feet from Fire Department vehicle access.
4. Surface. Fire apparatus access road(s) shall be either asphalt or reinforced concrete, a
minimum two inches thick, or when specifically authorized by the Fire Department, compacted
crushed rock or other alternate surfaces may be used. Fire apparatus access roads shall be
designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of fire apparatus.
5. Width. The minimum unobstructed width of a fire apparatus access road shall not
be less than 20 feet.
6. Aerial Apparatus Access Roads. Aerial apparatus access roads shall not be less than
26 feet in width.
7. Vertical clearance. All fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed
vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet, 6 inches.
Exceptions:
a. When conditions prevent the installation of an approved fire apparatus access
road, the Fire Marshal may permit the installation of a fire protection system or systems in lieu
of a road.
b. When there are not more than two Group R, Division 3 or Group U occupancies,
the requirements of this section may be modified, provided that in the opinion of the Fire
Marshal, firefighting or rescue operations would not be impaired.
c. Clearances or widths required by this section may be increased, when in the
opinion of the Fire Marshal, clearances or widths are not adequate to provide fire apparatus
access.
8. Turning Radius. The turning radius of a fire apparatus access road shall be
approved by the Fire Marshal.
9. Turnarounds. All dead -end apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet shall be
provided with approved provisions for the turning around of fire apparatus.
10. Bridges. When a bridge is required to be used as access under this section, it shall be
constructed and maintained in accordance with the applicable sections of the International
Building Code or other regulations adopted by the City and shall use designed live loading
sufficient to carry the imposed loads of fire apparatus.
11. Grade. The gradient for a fire apparatus access road shall not exceed 15% with a
cross slope no greater than 5
12. Obstruction. The required width of any fire apparatus access road shall not be
obstructed in any manner, including the parking of vehicles. Minimum required widths and
clearances established under this section shall be maintained at all times.
13. Signs.
a. When required, approved signs or other approved notices shall be provided and
maintained for fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads and prohibit the obstruction
thereof or both.
b. Fire apparatus access roads shall be identified by painting the curb yellow and a
4 -inch -wide line and block letters 18 inches high, painted in the lane, at 50 -foot intervals,
stating, "FIRE LANE NO PARKING," color to be bright yellow, or by the posting of signs
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stating, "FIRE LANE NO PARKING," and painting the curb. Signs shall be posted on or
immediately next to the curb line or on the building. Signs shall be 12 inches by 18 inches and
shall have letters and background of contrasting color, readily readable from at least a 50 -foot
distance. Signs shall be spaced not further than 50 feet apart, nor shall they be more than four
feet from the ground.
c. Residential fire apparatus access roads shall be marked with signs described in
(b) above; no striping or painting shall be required.
14. Parking Prohibited. Except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic, or in
compliance with the direction of a police or fire official, or traffic control sign, signal or device,
no person shall stop, stand or park a vehicle, whether occupied or not at any place where
official fire lane signs are posted, except:
a. Momentarily to pick up or discharge a passenger or passengers, or
b. Temporarily for the purpose of and while actually engaged in loading property.
15. Fire Apparatus Road(s) as part of Driveways and/or Parking Areas. The Fire
Department may require that areas specified for use as driveways or private thoroughfares shall
not be used for parking. These areas, when specified, shall be marked or identified by one of the
two means detailed in TMC Section 16.16.070C.13.b or TMC Section 16.16.070C.13.c.
16. Existing Buildings. When the Fire Department determines that a hazard, due to
inaccessibility of fire apparatus, exists around existing buildings, they may require fire
apparatus access road(s) to be constructed and maintained.
17. Enforcement. It shall be the duty of the Tukwila Fire Marshal and /or the authorized
designee(s) to enforce Subsection 503.2.
18. Violation Penalty. Any person violating any of the provisions of Section 503.2
shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction, shall result in a fine of not more than
$75.00 or by imprisonment for not more than 30 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
Section 9. TMC Section 16.16.080 shall read as follows:
16.16.080 Fees.
A. Permit Fees: A fee of $100.00 shall be charged for each permit required by the
International Fire Code.
B. Plan review fees for alternative fire protection systems are as follows:
Commercial: For 1 -5 devices /heads:
Base fee $100.00
Commercial: For 6 or more devices /heads:
Base fee $200.00 $1.50 per device /head in excess of 10
Resubmittal: Fee $200.00
C. Re- inspection Fees:
1. Re- inspection Fees for New Construction and Tenant Improvements. When an
inspection is requested for new construction, tenant improvements or spot inspections, and
then, upon arrival, the Fire Inspector finds that the work is not complete, not ready for
inspection, or does not comply with fire code requirements, a follow -up inspection will be
required, and a re- inspection fee of $100.00 will be assessed.
2. Re- inspection Fees for Company Level Inspections. A re- inspection fee of $60.00
will be assessed when, on the follow -up inspection 30 days after the initial company level
inspection, the inspector finds that the violations have not been corrected. A re- inspection fee of
$85.00 will be assessed when, on a second follow -up inspection, the inspectors find that the
violations have not been corrected. A re- inspection fee of $110.00 will be assessed when, on a
third follow -up inspection, the inspector finds that the violations have not been corrected. A re-
inspection fee of $135.00 will be assessed when, on a fourth and subsequent follow -up
inspections, the inspector finds that the violations have not been corrected_
3. Exceptions. Any exception to the items covered by this ordinance shall be made by
the Chief of the department or by the Fire Marshal. Requests for exceptions must be made in
writing; exceptions granted or denied shall be in writing.
D. Penalties: The following penalties shall apply to these violations of the Fire Code:
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IFC Section Offense Bail
109.2.2 I Non compliance with orders and notices $5,000.00 1
111.1 I Unlawful continuance of a hazard $5,000.00
111.4 Non compliance with a Stop Work Order $5,000.00
109.2.4 Unlawful removal of a tag $5,000.00
503.4 I Illegal parking on fire apparatus access roads $100.00
609.3.3 Failure to: Clean commercial kitchen hoods $500.00
901.6.1 I Failure to: Maintain fire protection systems $500.00
901.7 I Failure to: Conduct a required fire watch $500.00
904.11.6 Failure to: Maintain commercial cooking extinguishing systems $500.00
1003.6 Failure to: Maintain means of egress continuity $250.00
TMC Section Failure to: Provide required UL central station monitoring $500.00
16.40.110
E. Other Violations: Bail for all other violations is $150.00 plus court costs. Fines are
forfeitable on the first offense and mandatory appearance is required on second offense.
F. False Alarms:
1. False alarms shall not be given, signaled or transmitted or caused or perrrutted to be
given, signaled or transmitted in any manner. False alarms, in excess of two per year, shall be
fined under the following schedule:
a. First false alarm no fine, warning
b. Second false alarm no fine, warning
c. Third false alarm $25.00 fine
d. Fourth and subsequent false alarms $50.00 fine
2. The number of false alarms shall be calculated by calendar year beginning January 1
and ending December 31.
Section 10. TMC Section 16.16.085 shall read as follows:
16.16.085 Exceptions. Any exception to the items covered by this ordinance shall be made
by the Chief of the department or by the Fire Marshal. Requests for exceptions must be made m
writing; exceptions granted or denied shall be in writing.
Section 11. TMC Section 16.16.090 shall read as follows:
16.16.090 Appeals. Whenever the Fire Marshal disapproves an application or refuses to
grant a permit applied for, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Board of Appeals
established in Section 108 of the International Fire Code within 30 days from the date of the Fire
Marshal's decision(s). Section 108 shall be amended to read: Disputes regarding interpretation
of code provisions shall be settled by the International Fire Code Institute. When deemed
appropriate, the Fire Marshal will request a formal, written interpretation from the Institute.
Section 12. TMC Section 16.16.100 shall read as follows:
16.16.100 New Materials, Processes or Occupancies which may Require Permits. The
Planning Director, the Fire Chief and the Fire Marshal of the Fire Prevention Bureau shall act as
a committee to determine and specify, after giving affected persons an opportunity to be heard,
any new materials processes or occupancies for which permits are required, in addition to those
now encumbered in said code. The Fire Marshal of the Fire Prevention Bureau shall post such
list in a conspicuous place in his office, and distribute copies thereof to interested persons.
Section 13. TMC Section 16.16.110 shall read as follows:
16.16.110 Violations Penalties. Any person who shall violate any of the provisions of TMC
Chapter 16.16, the International Fire Code or appendices adopted by TMC Chapter 16.16, or
who shall fail to comply therewith, or who shall violate or fail to comply with any order made
thereunder, or who shall build in violation of any detailed statement of specifications or plans
submitted and approved thereunder or any certificate or permit issued thereunder and from
which no appeal has been taken, or who shall fail to comply with such an order as affirmed or
modified by the Fire Marshal or by a court of competent jurisdiction within the time fixed
therein, shall be guilty of a gross misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished
by a fine in an amount not to exceed $5,000.00, as outlined in TMC Section 16.16.080, or
imprisonment for a term not to exceed one year or by both such fine and imprisonment. The
imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it to
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continue. Each day or portion thereof during which any violation of the provisions of this
section is caused, permitted or continued shall constitute a separate offense and shall be
punishable as such. Application of the penalty specified in this section shall not be held to
prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions.
Section 14. TMC Section 16.16.120 shall read as follows:
16.16.120 Conflicts with Existing Codes and Ordinances. Whenever any provision of the
International Fire Code or Appendices adopted by this ordinance conflicts with any provision
of any other adopted code or ordinance of the City, the provision providing the greater or most
effective protection shall govern.
Section 15. Repealer. Ordinance Nos. 2047, 2129 and 2166 are hereby repealed.
Section 16. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of
this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be invalid or
unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or
unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portions of
this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation.
Section 17. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published in the
official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force on July 1, 2010, after
passage and publication as provided by law.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at a
Regular Meeting thereof this al rjr day of 1 U A Q 2010.
ATTEST/ UTHENTICATED:
0 Q Fida7 aggerto j ayor
Christy O'Flah ty, CMC, City Clerk
iled with the City Clerk: (O -/k .10
APPRO i •RM BY: Passed by the City Council: b J-1 17
Published:
Effective Date: `7
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'''',49 INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Haggerton
Finance and Safety Committee
FROM: Peggy McCarthy, Deputy Finance Director
DATE: February 16, 2011
SUBJECT: Fourth Quarter 2010 Cash Investment Report
ISSUE
Finance Policy and Procedure 03 -17, Investment Policy, calls for quarterly investment reports to the
Council Finance and Safety Committee. The report is to contain an inventory of investments and a
summary of performance. The December 31, 2010 Investment Report is included with this memorandum
and is discussed below.
BACKGROUND
Investment decisions are guided by the three investing objectives 1) the preserving principal 2) earning
a reasonable return and 3) ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet the City's operating needs. To achieve
these objectives, investments are diversified by type, by financial institution, and by maturities. To ensure
sufficient liquidity exists to meet the City's operating needs, cash requirements needed for special
circumstances, such as capital projects, is considered as well as the normal variations in the monthly cash
flow cycles. The City has established a minimum operating liquidity threshold that is equal to the largest
monthly decline in combined cash and investment balances over the most recent thirty -six month period,
or $7 million, then doubled this amount to $14 million to provide a cushion or safety net for unforeseen
circumstances. In addition, funding requirements for known special needs such as capital projects are
added to this threshold.
The Cash Investment Report and supplementary schedules and commentary provide information on a)
portfolio components description and characteristics of securities and deposits held, b) portfolio
performance weighted average yield of the portfolio in comparison to benchmarks, c) compliance with
investment policy in terms of investment maturities and diversification of financial institutions and
investment types, d) cash and investment balances, and changes therein, by fund and fund group and e)
the current investment environment and strategies.
DISCUSSION
Portfolio Activity, Components Characteristics. During the fourth quarter of 2010, two agency bonds
were called, six municipal bonds were purchased and two new money market accounts were opened. The
bonds called were Federal Home Loan Bank bonds in the amounts of $1 million and $2 million with
yields of 2.08% and 1% respectively. Longer term municipal bonds with a book value of $3.6 million at
December 31, 2010, were purchased to add stability to investment earnings and to increase yield. The
weighted average maturity at the time of investment for these bonds was 7.6 years and the weighted
average yield is 4.21 With this yield, the bonds will generate over $142,000 in additional annual
interest income as compared with a similar investment in the Washington State Local Investment Pool
(LGIP) at current rates. The two new money market funds were opened to take advantage of more
favorable rates while maintaining liquidity. The City receives 10 basis points (.1 above the investment
pool rate from the Columbia Bank money market fund. This fund is insured through the Public
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Depository Protection Commission (PDPC). The other money market fund currently yields 1 This
investment is limited to a $250,000 however since it is insured by the FDIC and not by the PDPC.
At December 31, 2010, the portfolio was in compliance with all parameters and limitations set forth in the
investment policy including investment mix, investment maturities and diversification of financial
institutions. Funds representing the liquidity threshold were invested in the state investment pool and the
money market accounts and totaled $28.9 million. Certificate of deposits constituted $14.4 million of the
portfolio with $10 million of this amount maturing in 2011. Funds available within one year or less
represented 84% of the portfolio; 92% of the portfolio was available within five -years or less. The
financial institution with the largest holding of City investments remains the Washington State
Treasurer's Office with $23 million invested in the local government investment pool.
Portfolio Performance. Interest income for 2010 totaled $322,000. This amount is low compared with
the portfolio's performance in past years due to the historically low interest rates existing nation -wide
during the last two years and the relatively short term nature of the portfolio that existed when rates began
to drop. As rates declined, the City was unable to sustain a more favorable level of earnings because the
investments with the higher yields all matured. However, during the fourth quarter 2010, the portfolio
earning profile improved. The weighted average portfolio yield increased from .76% at the end of the
third quarter to .96% at the end of the fourth quarter. Annual earning calculated based on the portfolio
components at December 31, 2010 totaled $448,933.
One element of investment earnings that is reported in the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
and is calculated and considered only at fiscal year -end is the change in market value of the portfolio
investments. At December 31, 2010, the market value calculation on the municipal bond investments
indicated a market value decline, as compared with book value, of $127,822. This decline is due to an
increase in interest rates from the bond purchase dates to the end of the year. It is an unrealized, "paper"
loss which has no affect on the collectability and ultimate return of principal. As long as the investments
are held to maturity, which has been, and continues to be, the City's intent and practice, no actual loss
will be realized. As interest rates increase, this unrealized loss may also increase.
Fund and Fund Group Cash Investment Balances. The largest fund balances at December 31, 2010
occurred in the 104 Arterial Street fund with $9.8 million, the 401 Water Fund with $5.7 million and the
502 Self Insurance fund with $5.7 million. City -wide cash and investment balances declined from their
September 30, 2010 levels by $1.8 million due primarily to the $1.9 million debt service payments made
in December.
Investment Environment and Strategies. Interest rates rose in the fourth quarter 2010 and have continued
to rise especially in the two -year to ten -year maturity range. The City will have over $5 million of
certificates of deposit maturing in both the first and second quarter of the year. Investment opportunities
and options will be considered in the two to five year maturity ranges.
RECOMMENDATION
Presentation is for Council information only.
ATTACHMENTS
e Cash and Investment Report as of December 31, 2010
O Policy Compliance Liquidity Analysis as of December 31, 2010
e Cash and Investment Balances by Fund and Fund Group at December 31, 2010
O Yield curve and Treasury Rates at 12 -30 -10
H:IInvst\InfoMemo Invstmnt Rprt 12 -31 -10 2- 16- 11a.docx
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CITY OF TUKWILA
CASH INVESTMENT REPORT
December 31, 2010
(a)
Purchase Maturity Term Par Book Balance Yield to Annualized
Agency Issuer Rating Investment Tyoe Date Date Mos Yrs Value Purchase Price Maturity Return (0)
CASH CASH EQUIVALENTS
US Bank Depository Various (b 0.03 634,183 634,183 0.00%
Washington State Treasurer LGIP Investment Pool Various (b) 0.03 23,015,948 23,015,948 0.26% 60,861
Regal Bank Money market Various (b) 0.03 250,052 250,052 1.10% 2,751
Columbia Bank Money market Various (b) 0.03 5,000,186 5,000,186 0.36% 18,222
Total Cash Cash Equivalents M 0.03 I 28,900,369 28,900,369 0.28% 81,834
INVESTMENTS
Certificates of Deposit
First Savings Bank Certificate of Deposit 05/01/2009 05/01/2011 24 2.0 2,000,000 2,077,720 2.31% 46,200
Northwest
Sound Community Bank Certificate of Deposit 05/20/2009 04/20/2011 23 1.9 1,500,000 1,553,714 2.22% 33,330
Charter Bank Certificate of Deposit 05/26/2009 05/26/2011 24 2.0 1,500,000 1,548,311 1.98% 29,700
US Bank Certificate of Deposit 02/15/2010 02/15/2013 36 3.0 3,450,000 3,450,000 1.44% 49,680
Sterling Bank Certificate of Deposit 02/16/2010 08/16/2011 18 1.5 250,000 252,622 1.20% 3,000
Sound Community Bank Certificate of Deposit 03/04/2010 03/04/2011 12 1.0 5,000,000 5,037,418 0.99% 49,500
Sound Community Bank Certificate of Deposit 11/15/2010 05/15/2012 18 1.5 503,414 504,046 0.75% 3,776
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT TOTAL M 22 1 1.9 14,203,414 14,423,831 1.52% 215,186
Taxable Municipal Bonds (d)
City of Marysville, sinking Al LTGO Refunding 11/23/2010 12/01/2017 66 5.5 535,000 602,531 3.37% 20,305
2014 -2017, ave 5.5 years
Washington State Aa3 Lodging Tax Bonds 11/30/2010 07/01/2016 67 5.6 500,000 507,969 3.60% 18,287
Convention Center Facility A+
UW Biomedical Center AA1 Revenue Bonds 12/14/2010 07/01/2017 79 6.6 500,000 506,932 4.05% 20,531
AA+
UW Biomedical Center AA1 Revenue Bonds 12/14/2010 07/01/2019 103 8.6 500,000 506,248 4.70% 23,794
AA+
Douglas County, ESD, Aal UTGO 12/23/2010 12/01/2020 107 8.9 1,135,000 1,157,359 4.55% 52,660
sinking 2018 -2020, ave 9 yrs Aa3
Port of Anacortes Al LTGO 12/17/2010 09/01/2020 117 9.7 340,000 326,742 5.00% 16,337
TOTAL MUNICIPAL BONDS I 91 1 7.6 3,510,000 3,607,781 4.21% 151,914
Total Investments I 36 17,713,414 18,031,612 367,099
TOTAL CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS INVESTMENTS I 14 I 46,613,783 46,931,982 I 0.96% 1 $448,933
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Weighted Average Maturity Months Portfolio Yield
Policy Maximum 42
Policy met? Yes
Benchmarks 12/31/10
90 -day treasury rate 0.11%
6 -month treasury rate 0.19%
State Pool rate 0.26%
(a) On calleable bonds, term is calculated to final maturity even though cat date may occur first; term of liquid
investments is one day; on sinking fund bonds, average maturity is used to calculate term.
(b) No fixed maturity, funds are available within one day.
(c) Annualized return based on purchase price and yield to maturity.
(d) Estimated market value at 12 -31 -10 was $127,822 less than book value at 12 -31 -10 due to increased
interest rates from date of purchase.
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CASH INVESTMENT REPORT Policy Compliance Liquidity Analysis
December 31, 2010
Portfolio Available Within Available
Liquidity Analysis Maturity Diversification Amount 1 Year Within 5 Years
Funds immediately available: 28,900,369 28,900,369 28,900,369
Less restrictions designations:
Southcenter Parkway Project 4,331,034
Klickitat Project 10
Operating liquidity (h) 14,000,000
Liquidity threshold 28,331,034
Available for investing 569,335
Investments Maturing in 2011:
First quarter 5,037,418
Second quarter 5,179,745
Third quarter 252,622
Fourth quarter
Maturity of 1 year or less 10,469,785 10,469,785 10,469,785
Maturity of 1 -3 years 3,954,046 3,954,046
Maturity of 3 -5 years
Maturity of 5 -7 years 1,617,432
Maturity of 7 -10 years 1,990,349
Maturities of 1 -10 years 7,561,827
Totals 46,931,982 39,370,155 43,324,201
PORTFOLIO ACTUAL 84% 92%
POLICY MINIMUM 30% 80%
Policy Met? Yes Yes
(h) Represents largest one month decline in portfolio balance over the most recent 36 month period
doubled; or the equivalent of a 100% cushion.
Portfolio POLICY Policy
Financial Institution Diversification Amount of Total MAXIMUM Met?
US Bank 4,084,183 8.7% 50.0% Yes
Washington State Treasurer 23,015,948 49.0% 75.0% Yes
Columbia Bank 5,000,186 10.7% 50.0% Yes
Sound Community Bank 7,095,179 15.1% 50.0% Yes
Eastmont School District 1,157,359 2.5% 50.0% Yes
Other financial institutions 6,579,127 14.0% 50.0% Yes
Total 46,931,982 100.0%
Portfolio POLICY Policy
Investment Mix Amount of Total MAXIMUM Met?
Depository 634,183 1.4%
State Investment Pool 23,015,948 49.0% 75.0% Yes
Money market 5,250,239 11.2%
Certificate of Deposit 14,423,831 30.7%
US Agency 0.0% 75.0% Yes
Municipal Bonds 3,607,781 7.7%
Total 46,931,982 100.0%
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CASH INVESTMENT REPORT
December 31, 2010
Cash Investment Balances By Fund and Fund Group
rund Group FD Fund Name Cash Investments rand Total
1:4; ,5AVCk Equivalents k
General 000 GENERAL 1,651,762 1,121,115 2,772,876
General Total 1,651;762 1,121,115 2,772 876
Special Revenue 101 HOTEUMOTEL TAX 542,333 103,581 645,914
103 STREET 410,842 196,804 607,646
104 ARTERIAL STREET 4,397,155 5,457,124 9,854,278
105 CONTINGENCY 806,893 82,577 889,470
107 FIRE EQUIP. CUM. RESERVE 803,981 803,981
109 DRUG SEIZURE FUND 305,702 10,322 316,024
Special Revenue Total .7 ,2,66,905 5,850,407 13
Debt Service 207 LIMITED TAX G.O. BONDS 1999 3 3
208 LIMITED TAX G.O. BONDS 2000 70 70
209 LIMITED TAX G.O. BONDS 2003 153 153
210 LIMITED TAX G.O. REFUNDING 2003 1,457 1,457
211 LIMITED TAX G.O. REFUNDING 2008 13,345 13,345
214 LTGO 2010 Series A 37 37
215 LTGO 2010 Series B 17 17
216 VALLEY COM Refunding bonds 2010 814 814
Debt. Service Total u 15,895 s 15 895
Capital Project 301 LAND ACQ. REC. PARK DEVLPMNT 2,728,193 2,043,433 4,771,625
302 FACILITY REPLACEMENT 2,058,699 2,058,699
303 GENERAL GOVERNMNT IMPROVEMENTS 1,470,395 1,470,395
304 FIRE IMPACT FEES 156,018 156,018
Capital .Project Total, t 0 P 305 2;043 433`- 8,456 737
Enterprise 400 UTILITY ON ACCT (overpayments) 13,700 13,700
401 WATER 1,812,849 3,967,975 5,780,823
402 SEWER 1,562,085 207,190 1,769,275
411 FOSTER GOLF COURSE 21,640 21,640
412 SURFACE WATER 1,165,045 1,111,079 2,276,123
Enterprise Total :4,578,319, 5,286 ;243 9 661 561
Internal Service 501 EQUIPMENT RENTAL 3,852,557 3,852,557
502 INSURANCE 2,237,187 3,523,225 5,760,412
503 INSURANCE LEOFF I 1,449,860 207,190 1,657,049
Internal Service Total .;7,539;603 3,730,415 '11,270,018,
Fiduciary 611 FIREMEN'S PENSION 1,429,822 1,429,822
640 AGENCY FUND 7,744 7,744
Fiduciary Total 1437566 1,437;566
Grand Total 28,900,354 18,031,612 $46,931,966
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