HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 3338 ORDINANCE NO. 3338
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 98 OF THE NORTH
RICHLAND HILLS CODE OF ORDINANCES, ADOPTING THE 2012 '.
INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE AS AMENDED AS THE
MECHANICAL CODE OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS;
AMENDING OTHER PROVISIONS OF SUCH CHAPTER 98;
AMENDING APPENDIX A FEE SCHEDULE; REPEALING OBSOLETE
AND CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; ESTABLISHING A PENALTY; AUTHORIZING
PUBLICATION AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the North Richland Hills City Council desires to adopt the 2012 Mechanical
Code with amendments recommended by the North Central Texas
Council of Governments and other amendments proposed by staff in order
to better provide for the safety of its residents; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND
HILLS, TEXAS:
Section 1: THAT Section 98-332 of the North Richland Hills Code of Ordinances be
amended to read as follows:
"Sec. 98-332. International Mechanical Code adopted.
The International Mechanical Code, 2012 Edition, as published by the International
Code Council, Inc., as amended by the recommended amendments of the North Central
Texas Council of Governments, as further modified by the city technical code
committee, a copy of which is on file in the office of the city secretary, is hereby adopted
by reference and designated as the mechanical code of the city, the same as though
such code were copied at length herein."
Section 2: THAT Section 98-333 of the North Richland Hills Code of Ordinances be
amended to read as follows:
"Sec. 98-333. Amendments to the International Mechanical Code.
The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Mechanical
Code are hereby amended as follows:
*Section 102.8; change to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced herein
shall be those that are listed in Chapter 15 and such codes, when specifically adopted,
and standards shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the
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prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions
of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.
Whenever amendments have been adopted to the referenced codes and standards,
each reference to said code and standard shall be considered to reference the
amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean
the Electrical Code as adopted.
**Section 109; Delete entire section and replace as follows:
SECTION 109
MEANS OF APPEAL
[A] 109.1 Application for appeal. (See Sec. 98-42, 98-43, and 98-185(f) of the North
Richland Hills Code of Ordinances).
**Section 304.13;Add new section as follows:
304.13 Minimum burial depth. Underground fuel piping systems shall be installed a
minimum depth of 18 inches (458 mm) below grade.
**Section 306.3; change to read as follows:
306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be
provided . . . {bulk of paragraph unchanged} . . . side of the appliance. The clear access
opening dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762
mm), or larger where such dimensions are not large enough to allow removal of the
largest appliance. A walkway to an appliance shall be rated as a floor as approved by
the building official. As a minimum, for access to the attic space, provide one of the
following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a minimum 300 lb (136 kg) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the code
official due to building conditions.
Exceptions:
1. The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is
capable of being serviced and removed... {remainder of section and exception #2
unchanged)
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*Section 306.5; change to read as follows:
306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where
equipment and appliances requiring access are installed on roofs or elevated structures
at an aggregate height exceeding 16 feet (4,877 mm), such access shall be provided by
a permanent approved means of access. Permanent exterior ladders providing roof
access need not extend closer than 12 feet (2,438 mm) to the finish grade or floor level
below and shall extend to the equipment and appliance's level service space. Such
access shall . . . (bulk of section to read the same) . . . on roofs having a slope
greater than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33 percent slope).
*Section 306.5.1; change to read as follows:
306.5.1 Sloped roofs. Where appliances, equipment, fans or other components
that require service are installed on a roof having a slope of three units vertical in 12
units horizontal (25-percent slope) or greater and having an edge more than 30
inches (762 mm) above grade at such edge, a catwalk at least 16 inches in width
with substantial cleats spaced not more than 16 inches apart shall be provided from
the roof access to a level platform at the appliance. The level platform shall be
provided on each side of the appliance to which access is required for service, repair
or maintenance. The platform shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in any
dimension and shall be provided with guards. The guards shall extend not less than
42 inches (1067 mm) above the platform, shall be constructed so as to prevent the
passage of a 21-inch-diameter (533 mm) sphere and shall comply with the loading
requirements for guards specified in the International Building Code.
*Add section 306.6 to read as follows:
306.6 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the mezzanine or platform in
which a water heater is installed is more than eight feet (2,438 mm) above the
ground or floor level, it shall be made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder
fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of
being accessed through a lay-in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not
more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm) above the ground or floor level and may be
reached with a portable ladder.
306.6.1 Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately lighted or access to
a receptacle outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle
outlet shall be provided in accordance with section 306.3.1.
* Section 307.2.1; modify second sentence to read as follows:
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307.2.1 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils and evaporators
shall be conveyed from the drain pan outlet to an approved place of disposal. Such
piping shall maintain a minimum horizontal slope in the direction of discharge of not
less than one-eighth unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (1-percent). Condensate shall
not discharge into pit, nor shall it discharge into a street, alley, sidewalk or other
areas so as to cause a nuisance. Rooftop units may be piped to discharge into roof
drains when such drains do not discharge in a publicly exposed area as listed
above.
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* Section 307.2.2; change to read as follows:
307.2.2 Drain pipe materials and sizes. Components of the condensate disposal
system shall be cast iron, galvanized steel, copper, cross-linked polyethylene,
polybutylene, polyethylene, ABS, CPVC or schedule 80 PVC pipe or tubing when
exposed to ultra violet light. All components shall be selected for the pressure,
temperature, and exposure rating of the installation. {Remainder unchanged)
*Section 307.2.3; amend item #2 to read as follows:
2. A separate overflow drain line shall be connected to the drain pan provided with
the equipment. Such overflow drain shall discharge to a conspicuous point of
disposal to alert occupants in the event of a stoppage of the primary drain. The
overflow drain line shall connect to the drain pan at a higher level than the
primary drain connection. However, the conspicuous point shall not create a
hazard such as dripping over a walking surface or other areas so as to create a
hazard or nuisance.
**Section 501.2; add an exception to read as follows:
501.2 Exhaust discharge. The air removed by every mechanical exhaust system shall
be discharged outdoors at a point where it will not cause a nuisance and not less than
the distances specified in Section 501.2.1. The air shall be discharged to a location from
which it cannot again be readily drawn in by a ventilating system. Air shall not be
exhausted into an attic or crawl space.
Exceptions:
1. Whole-house ventilation-type attic fans shall be permitted to discharge into
the attic space of dwelling units having private attics.
2. Commercial cooking recirculating systems.
3. When approved by the code official, toilet room exhaust ducts may terminate
in a warehouse or shop area when infiltration of outside air is present.
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**Section 504.6.4.2; change to read as follows:
504.6.4.2 Manufacturer's instructions. When approved by the Building Official, where
clothes dryers to be installed are provided and maintained by the building owner and the
manufacturer's installation instructions for such dryer(s) are provided, the maximum
length of the exhaust duct, including any transition duct, may be permitted to be in
accordance with the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions, and provided that a 4
inch by 6 inch sign red in color with white letters is permanently affixed to the structure
near the clothes dryer stating the following:
WARNING
Clothes dryer must be provided by the building owner and shall
support a maximum discharge length of (insert maximum total
developed length allowed by the manufacturer). Contact the
North Richland Hills Building Inspection Department for
noncompliance issues at 817-427-6300.
**Section 506.3.11; replace first sentence to read as follows:
506.3.11 Grease duct enclosure. A grease duct serving a Type I hood shall be
enclosed. {remainder of paragraph unchanged).
**Section 507.2.2, add exception #1 as follows:
Exception #1:
1. Under-counter-type commercial dishwashing machines and other commercial
dishwashers that do not use water exceeding 130 degrees Fahrenheit and
utilize approved detergents and/or cleaning agents for sanitization
purposes.
**Section 507.2.3; change to read as follows:
507.2.3 Domestic cooking appliances used for non-residential
purposes. Domestic cooking appliances utilized for non-residential purposes shall
be provided with Type I or Type II hoods as required for the type of appliances and
processes in accordance with Section 507.2.
Exception: When approved by the building official and the fire marshal, domestic
cooking appliances intended for limited/occasional use may be installed without
Type I or Type II hoods when equipped with approved domestic-type exhaust
hoods that are vented to the exterior of the building and equipped with approved
automatic fire suppression equipment; and where it can be demonstrated that
concentrated cooking activities will not take place. Concentrated cooking
activities include, but are not limited to, frying and other cooking methods that
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may produce grease laden vapors. Cooking areas shall be posted with a
permanent plaque that states the following:
NOTICE
Cooking equipment is for warming foods only. Frying, grilling, or
other cooking processes that produce grease laden vapors are
prohibited by order of the Fire Marshal.
The use of this exception may be revoked by the building official or the fire
marshal for non-compliance.
**Section 510.2.1.1; added to read as follows:
510.2.1.1 Woodworking (or cabinet) shop. Where more than three fixed or table
mounted pieces of dust producing equipment exists, each fixed or table mounted
piece shall be connected to a dust collection system, in accordance with this section
and Section 511, which is interconnected so that dust collection is automatically
activated whenever the equipment is in operation.
** Section 515; add new section as follows:
SECTION 515
RESTROOM VENTILATION FANS
515.1 General. When required, individual restroom ventilation fan equipment and
appliances shall be installed as required by the terms of their approval, in
accordance with the conditions of the listing, the manufacturer's installation
instructions and this code. Manufacturer's installation instructions shall be available
on the job site at the time of inspection.
515.2 Exhaust penetrations. Where a restroom ventilation fan exhaust duct
penetrates a wall or ceiling membrane, the annular space shall be sealed with
noncombustible material, approved fire caulking or a noncombustible exhaust duct
wall receptacle. Ducts that exhaust restroom ventilation fans shall not penetrate or
be located within any fireblocking, draftstopping or any wall, floor/ceiling or other
assembly required by the International Building Code to be fire-resistance rated,
unless such duct is constructed of galvanized steel or aluminum of the thickness
specified in Section 603.4 and the fire-resistance rating is maintained in accordance
with the International Building Code. Fire dampers, combination fire/smoke dampers
and any similar devices that will obstruct the exhaust flow shall be prohibited in
clothes dryer exhaust ducts.
515.3 Exhaust installation. Exhaust ducts shall terminate on the outside of the
building and shall be equipped with a backdraft damper. Screens shall not be
installed at the duct termination. Exhaust ducts shall not be connected to a vent
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connector, vent or chimney. Exhaust ducts shall not extend into or through ducts or
plenums.
515.4 Ducts. Exhaust ducts for restroom ventilation fans shall conform to the
requirements of Sections 515.4.1 through 515.4.3.
515.4.1 Material and size. Ducts within concealed construction such as wall
and floor cavities shall have a smooth interior finish and shall be constructed of
metal a minimum 0.016 inch (0.4 mm) thick. The exhaust duct size shall meet the
manufacturer's installation instructions.
515.4.2 Flexible air connectors. Flexible air connectors shall be metallic and be
tested in accordance with UL 181. Connectors shall be listed and labeled as
Class 0 or Class 1 flexible air connectors and shall only be installed in areas that
provide access for maintenance and repair.
515.4.3 Flexible air connector length. Flexible air connectors shall be limited
in length to 14 feet (4267 mm).
515.4.4 Flexible air connector penetration limitations. Flexible air connectors
shall not pass through any wall, floor or ceiling.
**Replace NRH Code of Ordinance, Section 98-337 as follows:
Sec. 98-337. Failure to obtain a permit.
When work requiring a permit is found to be in progress or completed and no ='
mechanical permit has been issued for such work, the required permit fee shall be
double the fee determined according to the fee schedules contained in appendix A, or
$500.00 plus the fee determined according to the fee schedules contained in appendix
A, whichever is greater. This fee shall be charged to the contractor or homeowner doing
all or part of the work and may be appealed to the building official.
Section 3: All conflicting provisions of other ordinances are repealed, but only to the
extent of such conflict. Such ordinances are hereby saved to the extent
they lawfully establish violations occurring prior to the enactment of this
ordinance. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that
the sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this
ordinance are severable and, if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph
or section of this ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional or otherwise
invalid by the final judgment or decree of any court of competent
jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect any of the remaining phrases,
clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this ordinance, since the
same would have been enacted by the city council without the
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incorporation in this ordinance of any such invalid phrase, clause,
sentence, paragraph or section.
Section 4: Any person, firm or corporation violating any provision of this ordinance
shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon final conviction thereof
fined in an amount not to exceed Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00).
Each day any such violation shall be allowed to continue shall constitute a
separate violation and punishable hereunder.
Section 5: The City Secretary is hereby authorized and directed to cause the
publication of the descriptive caption and penalty clauses of this ordinance
as provided by law.
Section 6: This ordinance shall become effective immediately upon passage.
AND IT IS SO ORDAINED.
PASSED AND APPROVED on the 27th day of October, 2014.
CITY • ' •RTH RI• AND HILLS
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