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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY TUKWILA, WASHINGTON,
REQUIRING THE INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARM
SYSTEMS IN NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS AND ESTABLISHING
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS IN
BUILDINGS WITHIN THE CITY OF TUKWILA USED FOR
ASSEMBLY, EDUCATIONAL, INDUSTRIAL, INSTITUTIONAL,
MERCANTILE, STORAGE, OFFICER, AND MULTI - FAMILY
DWELLINGS, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 1646 IN ITS ENTIRETY;
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 and 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,
DO HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
PART A -FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
An automatic fire alarm system shall be installed in all new structures less than 10,000 (ten thousand) square feet
total floor area. Exceptions noted in section 9E.
Section 1. 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 then current edition unless
otherwise noted.
NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
NFPA 72 PROTECTIVE SIGNALING SYSTEMS
NFPA 88A PARKING STRUCTURES
UFC UNIFORM FIRE CODE
UBC UNIFORM BUILDING CODE
WAC 51 -34 WASHINGTON FIRE CODE
RCW 19.27 STATE BUILDING CODE ACT
RCW 19.28 ELECTRICAL CODE AND ORDINANCES
Section 2. Definitions.
A. ADDRESSABLE DEVICE. 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 INDICTING 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.
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D. ALARM SIGNAL is any listed audible or visual signal, or both, indication the existence of an
emergency fire condition.
E. ANALOG INITIATING DEVICE (Sensor). 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 which indicates the zone or area of the building form 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 comprises 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.
K. COMPATIBILITY LISTED. A specific listing process that applies only to two-wire devices (such as
smoke detectors) designed to operate with certain control equipment.
L. COMPATIBLE (Equipment). Equipment that interfaces mechanically or electrically together as
manufactured without field modification.
M. FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANEL. A system component that receives inputs from automatic and
manual fire alarm devices and may supply power to detection devices and transponders(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 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.
O. LINE -TYPE DETECTOR. 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.
P. MAINTENANCE repair service, including periodic recurrent inspections and test per manufacturer' s
specifications and NFPA 72, required to keep the protective signaling system (automatic fire alarm system) and
it' s component parts in an operative condition at all times, together with the replacement of the system or it' s
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. A horizontally measured dimension relating to the allowable coverage of fire detectors.
T. TRANSMITTER 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.
Section 3. 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 the Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau for approval prior to installation of any equipment or
wiring. (one set of approved plans shall be located a the construction site).
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B. Drawings submitted for approval must include the following:
1. Floor layout showing all rooms and spaces including accurate measurements to a scale no smaller
than 1/8 inch scale.
2. Identification of each room or space, i.e. guests room, mechanical room, attic, etc.
3. Location of each system component using the appropriate symbol.
4. Explanatory notes and legend to lend clarity to the plan and identify the manufacturer and
model number of each alarm component used.
5. A wiring schematic clarifying type and size of wiring (must comply with NFPA 70), and a point to
point wiring diagram.
6. Zoning if applicable.
7. 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.
8. The current used by each of the initiating and indication devices and current rating of the power
supply.
9. Battery calculations for compatibility.
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 $100.00 base fee $1.00 per device in excess of 10.
Multi- Family $75.00 base fee $1.00 per device in excess of 10.
Single Family $50.. base fee $1.00 per device in excess of 10.
Section 4. 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, section 510. An apprentice certificate is acceptable for installers
when supervised by a certified journeyman per RCW 19.28 section 500 -620.
C. A state electrical permit shall be posted at all automatic fire alarm system installations per RCW 19.28.
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 which 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 sufficient power for 4 wire smoke detectors,
remote LED indicating lights and duct detectors with relays.
F. Buildings divided by one or more fire walls or two or more floors shall be multi zoned. Above ceiling
detectors and HVAC detectors shall have their own zone or the system shall be addressable. Additional zoning
shall be required as directed by the Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau.
G. Remote alarm annunciation /indication is required at the main entrance if the control panel is not visible
from the main entrance.
H. When the control panel is located inside a room, the outside of the door shall have a sign in one inch
letters which read, "Fire Alarm or Fire Alarm Control
I. A rechargeable battery back -up 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 twenty -four (24) hours and, after
that time, sound all alerting devices for a least five minutes. At the end of the battery life cycle, batteries shall be
replaced.
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J. Audible devices shall be placed in buildings and be so located that with all intervening doors closed, the
alarm device shall be heard at a minimum of 60 dba, or not less than 15 decibels above the ambient noise levels,
whichever is greatest. Visible alarms shall be placed throughout the building in all assembly areas; common use
areas, including toilet rooms, bathing facilities; hallways and lobbies; and hotel guest rooms. Individual offices,
mechanical rooms, and small storage rooms are not included.
K. 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 °F 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.
Section 5. 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 a automatic rate charger to maintain standby batteries in a fully charged
condition.
C. A power transfer circuit 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 supervised relay boards that control elevator recall, HVAC, 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.
G.For systems employing waterflow detection devices, manual pull stations shall be distributed throughout the
building. Audible and visible alarms shall be placed in all common -use areas.
H. 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.
Section 6. 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. Detectors placed above the ceiling shall have remote indicating lights in the ceiling below.
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) detectors shall be installed as approved by the Tukwila Fire Prevention
Bureau.
Section 7. 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. The completed installation
certificate shall be returned to the Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau.
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Section 8. Maintenance.
A. A satisfactory contract covering the maintenance, operation and efficiency of the system shall be
provided by the property owner or his agent. The contract shall provide for inspections, tests and maintenance as
specified in NFPA 72, manufacturer's instructions. The 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 property owner or his agent of the need of any suspected
maintenance or malfunction of the system.
2. The 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 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 this
ordinance.
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.
Section 9. Applicability. Automatic Fire Alarm systems shall be installed in the following occupancies:
A. Hotels.
B. Motels.
C. Multi- family dwellings: See Section 11B, Special Requirements.
D. All new commercial /industrial buildings under ten thousand square feet unless fully protected by an
automatic sprinkler system.
E. Existing commercial, industrial and multi family dwellings when sold which are not fully protected by
an automatic sprinkler system. Multi- family dwellings which are sold and protected by an automatic sprinkler
system shall install a fire alarm system complying with section 11 -B.
Exceptions:
1. Any structure 400 (four hundred) square feet or less in total floor area that meets the uniform
building code exception for a required building permit.
2. Multi- Family residential structures of four units or less.
F. Any building or portion of a building which, due to the nature of its occupancy, is required to have an
automatic fire alarm system.
G. 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.
Section 10. Monitoring. The following automatic fire alarm systems are required to be monitored by a
City of Tukwila approved UL central station (a current list of approved central stations is available from The
Tukwila Fire Prevention Bureau). 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.
A. All new systems as required by Section 9 of this ordinance.
B. All existing automatic fire alarm systems.
C. All fire alarm systems installed by the occupant /owner that are optional in commercial, industrial and
multi family occupancies.
D. Smoke detectors that are installed in lieu of a one -hour corridor.
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E. HVAC units that are required to have duct detectors and that serve more than one occupancy or serve an
area open to the public.
Section 11. Special Requirements.
A. The guest rooms (sleeping rooms) 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.
B. Multi family dwellings and lodging houses, fully protected by an automatic sprinkler system, shall have
detectors installed in the accordance with The Building Code. Common areas and exit corridors shall be protected
by detectors and manual pull stations, monitored by a UL Central Station.
C. 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.
Section 12. Inspection Fees. A $40.00 reinspection fee shall be assessed when an inspector is requested
to make an inspection or witness a test on a fire alarm or sprinkler system, and upon arrival finds the work is not
ready for inspection or the test fails. The reinspection fee shall be paid prior to a follow up inspection and the
receipt shall be at the job site.
PART B- SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
Section 1. 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 then current Edition 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 APPURTENANCE
NFPA 88A PARKING STRUCTURES
NFPA 231 GENERAL STORAGE
NFPA 231C RACK STORAGE OF MATERIALS
NFPA 231D STORAGE OF RUBBER TIRES
NFPA 231F STORAGE OF ROLL PAPER
UFC UNIFORM FIRE CODE
UBC UNIFORM BUILDING CODE
RCW 18.160 WASHINGTON STATE SPRINKLER CONTRACTOR LAW
Section 2. Definitions.
A. APPROVED refers to the approval of the Tukwila Fire Department.
B. 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.
C. AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM is a sprinkler system for fire protection purposes, 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 it' s 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.
Section 3. Approval and Design Plans.
A. All new sprinkler systems and all modifications to sprinkler systems involving more than fifty
heads shall have the written approval of The Washington Survey and Rating Bureau, Factory Mutual,
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Industrial Risk Insurers, Kemper, or any other representative designated and /or recognized by The City
of Tukwila.
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, section 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. 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
contractors material and test certificate(s) and forward the certificates to The Tukwila Fire Prevention
Bureau prior to asking for approval of the installation.
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 Base fee $100.00 $1.00 per head in excess of 10
Multi- family Base fee $75.00 $1.00 per head in excess of 10
Single- family Base fee $50.00 $1.00 per head in excess of 10
Section 4. Where Required.
A. A fully automatic sprinkler system designed, installed and tested per NFPA #13 shall be installed
in all new buildings 10,000 (ten thousand) 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 (A) above, may be required by the Chief of the department and the
Fire Marshal for new buildings under 10,000 (ten thousand) square feet total floor area when, in their
judgement, 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
C. In all group R Division 1 occupancies having three or more floor levels or containing 5 or more
dwelling units.
D. Group A occupancies that are used as nightclubs, discos or restaurants where the total gross floor
area exceeds 5,000 (five thousand) square feet.
Area separation walls as noted in section 505(F) of the Uniform Building Code shall not be considered to
separate a building to enable deletion of a required automatic sprinkler system.
Section 5. Hose Stations. Hose stations are required in all new commercial /industrial or multi family
residences as defined in this ordinance.
A. Hose shall be UL approved 1 -1/2 inch diameter lined fire hose, 100 feet in length with an
adjustable (fog -type) plastic or brass shut off type nozzle. Substantial remodels, tenant improvements or
change of occupancy use of an existing building protected by an automatic sprinkler system may require
the addition of hose stations as determined by the Chief of the department or the Fire Marshal.
B. Design, installation and testing of hose stations shall comply with NFPA #14.
C. Hose stations shall be wet, that is, water pressure shall be present at the individual station valves
at all times.
Exception: Unheated structures.
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D. All hose fittings shall be National Standard Thread, Higbee -cut.
Section 6. Standpipes. When standpipes are required, they shall be class III wet.
Exception: In unheated structures, the standpipe may be dry.
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 inch 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 7. General Requirements.
A. Sprinkler installations and modifications shall be done by companies licensed to perform this
type of work.
B. The automatic sprinkler system for new spec warehouses shall have a minimum design density
of .39/5600.
C. 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.
D. Hydraulic calculations shall be provided by the contractor for calculated systems; the contractor
shall, upon request, provide calculations for pipe schedule systems.
E. Calculated sprinkler systems shall be designed with 10 PSI cushion for low reservoir conditions.
F. Automatic sprinkler 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 N.
G. All exterior components of sprinkler systems shall be painted red. This includes: P.I.V., O.S.Y.,
W.I.V., F.D.C., water motor gong.
Section 8. Special Requirements.
A. All hotel /motel occupancies shall be sprinkled a minimum ordinary hazard group 1 throughout;
no omissions allowed.
B. Each new commercial /industrial or multi family residence as defined in this ordinance shall
have it' s own control valve on the exterior or outside away form the building. Each floor of a multi -story
building shall have sectional control valves.
C. Multi- family dwelling sprinkler systems shall be a minimum light hazard, no omissions allowed.
D. All sprinkler system control valves shall be supervised against tampering.
Section 9. Existing Buildings.
A. Existing fully sprinkled buildings, when remodeled or added on to, shall retain the feature of
being sprinkled in the remodeled or added on portion.
B. If by adding on to an existing building, the resulting total structure falls within the coverage of
Section Four A this ordinance, the entire structure shall be fully sprinkled.
Section 10. Maintenance.
A. The owner is responsible for the condition of the sprinkler system and shall keep the system in
operating condition.
B. Regular maintenance by a licensed sprinkler company 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.
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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.
Section 11. Inspection Fees. See Part A, Section 12.
Section 12. Exceptions. Any exception to the items covered by this ordinance shall be made the Chief
of the department, or by the Fire Marshal. Request for exception must be made in writing; exceptions granted or
denied shall be in writing.
Section 13 Penalties. Any person violating the provisions of this ordinance shall be quilty of a
misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, be punished by a fine of not more than $500.00 (five hundred) or by
imprisonment for not more that 90(ninety) days, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
Section 14. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of the ordinance should be held to be
invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not
affect the validity or constitutionality of any other section, sentence, claus or phrase of this ordinance.
Section 15. 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 (5) days after passage and publication as
provided by law.
Section 16. Repealer. Ordinance number 1528 is hereby repealed.
PASSED BY THE CITY COU IL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at a Regular Meeting
thereof this ,.QG. day of ,1995.
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Jolt W. Rants, Mayor
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
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n E. Cantu, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By- /n
Office of the City Attorney
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: 6 C
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: b 2C. ys C Sp
PUBLISHED: 7 4 9r
EFFECTIVE DATE: 7- 95
ORDINANCE NO.: i 7 cf Z
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CITY OF TUKWILA
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1 7 '/Z
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA,
WASHINGTON, REQUIRING THE INSTALLATION OF
AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS IN NEW AND EXISTING
BUILDINGS AND ESTABLISHING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
FOR FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS IN BUILDINGS WITHIN THE
CITY OF TUKWILA USED FOR ASSEMBLY, EDUCATIONAL,
INDUSTRIAL, INSTITUTIONAL, MERCANTILE, STORAGE,
OFFICE, AND MULTI- FAMILY DWELLINGS, AND REPEALING
ORDINANCE 1646 IN ITS ENTIRETY; AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
On
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/tux, d f f ri the City Council of the City of Tukwila passed Ordinance
No./ 9/ requiting the installation of automatic fire alarm systems in new and existing
buildings and establishing minimum requirements for fire protection systems in certain
buildings within the City, repealing Ordinance 1528 in its entirety; providing for severability
and establishing an effective date.
The full text of this ordinance will be mailed without charge to anyone who submits a
written request to the City Clerk of the City of Tukwila for a copy of the text.
APPROVED by the City Council at its meeting of (y 7s.
Jane E. Cant City Clerk
Published Seattle Times: 7/6, /93