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O-1984-9-01
ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALLEN, COLLIN COUNTY, TEXAS; AMENDING SECTION 1.04 RULES OF CONSTRUCTION TO CORRECT LANGUAGE RELATING TO COMPUTATION OF TIME; SECTION 4.153 TO ALLOW MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF 12 STORIES FOR "O" OFFICE USES IN "CC" CORRIDOR COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT; SECTION 4.15.4 TO SET A MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF EIGHT (8) STORIES IN THE MIXED-USE RESIDENTL&L SUB -DISTRICT OF THE "CBD" CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT; SECTION 4.20.2 TO ALLOW AUTO REPAIR BY SPECIFIC USE PERMIT IN "SC" SHOPPING CENTER AND "LC" LIGHT COMMERCL&L DISTRICTS; ALLOW BICYCLE/REPAHt SHOP BY RIGHT IN "CC" CORRIDOR COMMERCL&L DISTRICT; ALLOW CATERING BY RIGHT IN "LC" LOCAL RETAIL, "SC" SHOPPING CENTER, AND "LC" LIGHT COMMERCIAL, DISTRICTS; REMOVE CHURCH, TEMPLE OR RECTORY AS A PERMITTED USE IN "SC" DISTRICT; ALLOW FAMILY HOME BY RIGHT IN "RI" AND "111.5" RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS; REMOVE MINI -WAREHOUSE AS A PERMITTED USE IN "TR" TECHNICAL RESEARCH DISTRICT; REMOVE TRUCK STORAGE AS A PERMITTED USE IN "TR" TECHNICAL RESEARCH DISTRICT; ALLOW VIDEO REDEMPTION MACHINE BY SPECIFIC USE PERMIT IN '`GB" GENERAL BUSINESS, "HI" HEAVY INDUSTRIAL. AND "CC" CORRIDOR COMMERCIAL ' DISTRICTS; REMOVE FUELING STATIONS AS A USE PERMITTED BY RIGHT AND ALLOW AS AN ACCESSORY USE BY SPECIFIC USE PERMIT; AMEND THE SCHEDULE OF USES IN THE "CBD" CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT TO ALLOW CATERING BY RIGHT IN THE MIXED-USE RESIDENTIAL/RETAH, SUB -DISTRICT; ALLOW LAUNDRY/DRY CLEANING, PICK-UP ONLY BY RIGHT IN THE MIXED-USE RESIDENTIAL/RETAH. DISTRICT; ALLOW OFFICE IN MIXED-USE RESIDENTIAL/RETAIL BY RIGHT TO A MAXUIIUM OF 25 PERCENT OF THE TOTAL BUILDING; ALLOW SPECIAL.TYMMALTH FOODS 5,000 SQUARE FEET OR LESS BY RIGHT IN MIXED-USE RESIDENTIAL/RETAIL DISTRICT AND SPECI<Y/HEALTH FOODS GREATER THAN 5,000 SQUARE FEET BY SPECIFIC USE PERMIT IN MIXED- USE RESIDENTIAL/RETAH, DISTRICT; AMEND SECTION 7.03.4.8.A TO CLARIFY MAXIMUM LUMINARY HEIGHT REQUIRED FOR SPECIFIC NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES; ADD SECTION 7.05.2.5.viii TO SPECIFIC LANDSCAPE PLANTINGS WHERE PARKING LOTS AND DRIVES ABUT A LANDSCAPE BUFFER STRIP; AMEND SECTION 7.03.5, SECTION 7.073 AND SECTION 8.10.3.c.y TO CLARIFY LANGUAGE IDENTIFYING "NEW UTILITY INSTALLATIONS;" AMEND SECTION 8.13.2 TO CLARIFY DRAINAGE CRITERIA STANDARDS BY FORMAL ADOPTION BY REFERENCE OF "DESIGN MANUAL FOR STORM DRAINAGE FACILITIES;" AMENDING APPENDIX "A" TO ADD DEFINITIONS FOR "CATERING," AND "VIDEO REDEMPTION MACHINE" AND REMOVING DEFINITION OF CATERING FROM FOOD SERVICE DEFINITION; AMENDING APPENDIX °B" SCHEDULE A ' TO PROVIDE FOR FIRE CODE FEES; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS (52,000); AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Allen, Texas, and the governing body of the City of Allen, in compliance with the laws of the State of Texas and the ordinances of the City of Allen, have given requisite notice by publication and otherwise, and after holding due hearings and affording a full and fair hearing to all property owners generally and to all persons interested and situated in the affected area and in the vicinity thereof, and in the exercise of its legislative discretion have concluded that this Allen Land Development Code should be amended. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALLEN, COLLIN COUNTY, TEXAS, THAT: SECTION 1. The Allen Land Development Code is hereby amended by amending the articles, sections, subdivisions, schedules and appendices to read as set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein. New material in the text of amended provisions of the Allen Land Development Code is set forth in underline type; material deleted from the text of amended provisions of the Allen Land Development Code is set forth in strike-thru type. ' SECTION 2. Exhibit "B" is hereby adopted and shall hereafter constitute Supplement 2 to the Allen Land Development Code. SECTION 3. Copies of Exhibit "B" duly authenticated and approved by attachment to a certified copy of this ordinance, under the signature of the Mayor and attested by the City Secretary shall be printed and distributed to all holders of the Allen Land Development Code. SECTION 4. Such Allen Land Development Code as supplemented shall be admitted in evidence without further proof, and the City Secretary shall record this Supplement to such Allen Land Development Code in the ordinance records of the City, and thereafter such Allen Land Development Code, as amended and supplemented, shall serve as a record of the Allen Land Development Code. SECTION 5. All provisions of such Allen Land Development Code as amended and supplemented hereby, shall be in full force and effect from and after the date of this Ordinance. SECTION & All ordinances of the City of Allen in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance shall be, and the same are hereby, repealed; provided, however, that all other provisions of said ordinances not in conflict herewith shall remain in full force and effect. SECTION 7. An offense committed before the effective date of this ordinance is governed by prim law and the provisions of the Ordinances of the City, as amended, in effect when the offense was committed and the former law is continued in effect for this purpose. SECTIONS. Should any word, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, clause, phrase or section of this ordinance, or of the Allen Land Development Code, be adjudged or held to be void or unconstitutional, the same shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of said ordinance or the Allen Land Development Code, as amended hereby, which shall remain in full force and effect. Ordinance No. 1984-9-01, Page 2 SECTION 9. Any person, fnn or corporation violating any of the provisions or terns of this ordinance shall upon conviction shall be punished by a fine not to exceed the sum of Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000) for each offense. SECTION 10. This ordinance shall take effect unmediately from and atter its passage and publication of the caption in accordance with the provisions of the Charter of the City of Allen, and it is accordingly so ordained. DULY PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALLEN, COLLIN COUNTY, TEXAS, ON THIS THE 4 "m DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2001. APPROVED: L__ Y/ Stephen Terrell, MAYOR APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST: Peter G. Smith, CITY ATTORNEY .lady Moon, CMC/AAE, CITY SECRETARY Ordinance No. 19849-01 Page 3 CERTIFICATE ' STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF COLLIN This Supplement No. 2 of the Allen Land Development Code of the City of Allen, Texas, adopted and enacted on the 6`h day of September, 2001, as `Supplement No. 2 to Allen Land Development Code, City of Allen, Texas," by ordinance of the City Council, and effective the same date, is hereby duly authenticated and approved. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name as Mayor of the City of Allen, Texas, attested by the City Secretary, with the sale of the City affixed hereto, this 0& day of ,L#t,_, 2001. Steve Terrell, Mayor City of Allen, Texas ATTEST: 1 &4 hi.e 0- J M n, CMC/AAE, City Secretary City of Allen, Texas 11 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE I GENERAL PROVISIONS 1.01 Enactment 1.1 1.02 Purpose 1.1 1.03 Jurisdiction 1.1 1.04 Rules of Construction 1.1 1.05 Consistency with Comprehensive Plan 1.2 1.06. Definitions 1.2 1.07 Severability 1.3 1.08 Certificate of Occupancy & Compliance 1.3 1.09-1.19 Reserved 1.4 1.20 Enforcement and Penalties 1.4 ARTICLE II ADMINISTRATION 2.01. Planning and Zoning Commission 2.1 2.01.1. Planning and Zoning Commission 2.1 2.01.2. Powers & Duties 2.1 2.02. Board of Adjustment 2.2 2.02.1. Board of Adjustment 2.2 2.02.2. Powers & Duties 2.3 2.03. Sign Control Board 2.4 2.03.1. Sign Control Board 2.4 2.03.2. Powers & Duties 2.4 2.03.3. Procedure 2.5 2.04. Building & Standards Commission 2.6 2.04.1. Building & Standards Commission 2.6 2.04.2. Powers & Duties of the Commission 2.7 2.04.3. Proceedings of the Commission 2.8 2.04.4. Notice of Proceedings before the Commission 2.8 2.04.5. Judicial Review 2.9 2.04.6. Failure to Comply with the order of the Commission 2.10 2.05. Planning Department 2.10 2.06. Chief Building Official 2.10 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9.01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE III BUILDING REGULATIONS 3.01. Adoption of Building Codes 3.02. Amendments to the 2000 International Building Code 3.03. Amendments to the 2000 International Fire Code 3.04. Amendments to the 2000 International Residential Code 3.05. Amendments to the 2000 International Mechanical Code 3.06. Amendments to the 2000 International Plumbing Code 3.07. Amendments to the 2000 International Fuel Gas Code 3.08. Amendments to the 1999 National Electrical Code ARTICLE IV ZONING REGULATIONS 4.01. Applicability 4.02. Zoning Districts 4.02.1 Zoning Districts Established 4.02.2 Zoning District Map 4.02.3 Zoning District Boundaries 4.02.4 Compliance Required 4.02.5 Schedules and Illustrations 4.02.6 Planned Development Ordinances Continued 4.02.7 New and Unlisted Uses 4.03. Newly Annexed Territory 4.04. Platting Property 4.04.2 Creation of Building Site 4.05. Nonconforming Uses 4.06. Changes 8 Amendments 4.07. Reserved 4.08. District Purpose and Supplemental Use Regulations 4.08.1 "A-O"-Agriculture/Open Space 4.08.2 "R-1" and "R-1.5" Single Family Residential Estate District 4.08.3 "R-2", "R-3", "R-4", "R-5', "R-6', "R-7" Single Family Residential District 4.08.4 "2-F" Duplex Residential District 4.08.5 "TH" Townhome Residential District 4.08.6 "MF -12" and "MF -18" Multifamily Residential District 4.08.7 "MH" Mobile Home Park District ii PAGE 3.1 3.2 3.12 3.42 3.56 3.63 3.72 3.77 4.1 4.1 4.1 4.1 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.6 4.8 NU 4.8 4.8 4.8 4.9 4.9 4.9 4.9 r I I EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 4.08.8 "GO" Garden Office District 4.9 4.08.9 "O" Office District 4.10 4.08.10 "LR" Loral Retail District 4.10 4.08.11 'SC" Shopping Center District 4.10 4.08.12 "LC" Light Commercial District 4.10 4.08.13 "GB" General Business District 4.10 4.08.14 "CC' Corridor Commercial District 4.10 4.08.15 "OT Office Technology District 4.11 4.08.16 'TR" Technology Research (Reserved) 4.11 4.08.17 "IT" Industrial Technology 4.11 4.08.18 "LI" and "HI" Industrial Districts 4.11 4.08.19 'PD" Planned Development District 4.11 4.08.20 "CF" Community Facilities 4.15 4.08.21 "CBD" Central Business District 4.15 4.09. Design Overlay District Standards 4.17 4.10. Residential Accessory Use Regulations 4.18 4.11.- 4.14 Reserved 4.20 4.15. Height and Area Regulations 4.20 4.15.1. General Provisions 4.22 4.15.2. Residential Height and Area Regulations 4.23 4.15.3. Non -Residential Height and Area Regulations 4.24 4.15.4. Central Business District Height and Area Regulations 4.24 4.20. Permitted Principal & Accessory Uses 4.25 4.20.1 General Provisions 4.25 4.20.2 Schedule of Principal Uses 4.26 4.20.3 Schedule of Accessory Uses 4.31 4.20.4 Schedule of Principal Uses - Central Business District 4.33 4.20.5 Schedule of Accessory Uses - Central Business District 4.36 ARTICLE V SPECIAL ZONES 5.01 Floodplain Hazard 5.1 5.01.1. Purpose 5.1 5.01.2. Methods of Reducing Flood Losses 5.1 5.01.3. Definitions 5.2 5.01.4. General Provisions 5.4 5.01.5. Administration 5.5 5.01.6. Permit Procedures 5.5 5.01.7. Provisions for Flood Hazard Reduction 5.7 5.02 Airport Hazard (Reserved) 5.03 Historic Preservation (Reserved) EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE VI SPECIAL ZONING PROVISIONS 6.01. Specific Use Permits 6.1 6.01.1 Purpose 6.1 6.01.2 Permitted Uses 6.1 6.02.3 Approval Process and Procedure 6.1 6.01.4 Specific Use Permit Requirements 6.1 6.01.5 Permitted Uses 6.2 6.01.6 Revocation of Specific Use Permit 6.5 6.02 Specific Use Permits (Conditional) 6.5 6.02.1 Purpose 6.5 6.02.2 Applicability 6.5 6.02.3 Private Clubs and Restaurant/Private Clubs 6.5 6.03.1 Geographic Locations 6.5 6.03.2 Operational Regulations 6.5 6.03.3 Site Plan and Interior Design 6.6 6.03.4 Food/Beverage Ratio Applicable to Restaurant/Private Club 6.6 6.03.5 Firearms and Explosives Sales and Service 6.6 6.04 Temporary Use Permits 6.7 6.05 Site Plan Approval 6.10 6.05.1 Purpose 6.10 6.05.2 Applicability 6.10 6.05.3 Site Plan Details 6.10 6.05.4 Review Standards 6.12 ARTICLE VII ZONING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS 7.01. Purpose 7.1 7.02. Applicability 7.1 7.03. Non -Residential Design Standards 7.1 7.03.1. Parking Garages 7.1 7.03.2. Exterior Facade Materials 7.1 7.03.3. Roof Top Mechanical Equipment 7.2 7.03.4. Outdoor Lighting 7.2 7.03.5. Utility Services 7.6 7.04. Off -Street Parking and Loading 7.6 7.04.1. Vehicle Parking 7.6 7.04.2. Off -Street Loading 7.12 7.04.3. Disabled Parking Requirements (RESERVED) EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 7.05. Landscaping Requirements 7.14 7.05.1. Standard Planting Materials 7.14 7.05.2 Multi -Family District & Non-residential Landscaping Requirements 7.14 7.05.3 Tree Planting Requirements for New Single Family Res. Development 7.16 7.05.4 Landscape Maintenance Requirements - All Districts 7.17 7.05.5 Landscape/Irrigation Plan Approval 7.17 7.06. Tree Preservation Requirements 7.19 7.06.1. Applicability 7.19 7.06.2. Tree Removal Permits 7.19 7.06.3. Calculation of Credits 7.19 7.06.4. Replacement of Trees 7.20 7.06.5. Guidelines for Tree Protection 7.21 7.06.6. Fence Row Tree Preservation 7.22 7.06.7. Special Regulations for Agriculture and Open Space 7.22 7.06.8 Historic Tree Preservation 7.22 7.07. Fences and Walls 7.23 7.08. Performance Standards 7.25 7.09. Sign Regulation 7.29 ARTICLE Vlll SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS 8.01. Purpose. _ 8.1 8.02. General Provisions 8.1 8.02.1. Jurisdiction 8.1 8.02.2. Applicable Law 8.3 8.02.3. Superseding Regulations 8.3 8.02.4. Amendments 8.3 8.02.5. Administrative Approval of Certain Minor Plats, Amending Plats and Replats 8.3 8.03. Plat Regulations, 8.3 8.03.1. In General 8.3 8.03.2. General Development Plan 8.3 8.03.3. Preliminary Plat 8.6 8.03.4. Final Plat 8.9 8.03.5. Combination Plat 8.11 8.03.6. Replat Procedure without Vacating Preceding Plat 8.11 8.04. Permits Required 8.12 8.05. Subdivision Standards 8.13 8.05.1. Street Design Standards 8.14 8.05.2. Thoroughfare Design Standards 8.18 8.05.3. Thoroughfare Design Standards 2 8.23 ' 8.05.4. Design Details 8.24 8.05.5. Sidewalk Standards 8.24 8.05.6. Alleys 8.25 v EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 8.05.7. Median Cuts 8.25 8.05.8. Fire Lanes 825 8.06. Lot Design 8'25 8.07. Blocks 8.26 8.08. Water Utilities Standards 8.26 8.09. Wastewater Utility Standards 827 8.10. Extensions of Water and Wastewater Mains 8.27 8.11. Street Lights 828 8.12. Landscape Irrigation Systems 829 8.13. Drainage Requirements 829 8.14. Monuments & Markers 8.30 8.15. — 8.19. Reserved 8.31 8.20. Mandatory Homeowner's Association 8.31 8.21.-8.24. Reserved. 8.33 8.25. Escrow Policies and Procedures. 8.33 8.26. Payment of Fees, Charges and Assessments 8.33 ARTICLE IX THOROUGHFARE PLAN 9.01. Thoroughfare Plan 8.01 ARTICLE X PARKLAND DEDICATION 10.01 Purpose 10.1 10.02 Requirements for Residential Development 10.1 10.03 Prior Dedication, Absence of Dedication 10.1 10.04 Money -in -lieu of Land 10.1 10.05 Comprehensive Plan Considerations 10.1 10.06 Special Fund; Right to Refund 102 10.07 Annual Report Required 102 vi r,l EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9.01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE XI IMPACT FEES 11.01 Purpose 11.1 11.02 Definitions 11.1 11.03 Capital Improvements Advisory Committee 11.3 11.04 Impact Fee Required 11.3 11.05. Calculation of Impact Fees 11.4 Schedule A — Equivalency Tables 11.5 Map 11.05 11.5 Schedule B — Impact Fee Rates 11.6 Schedule C — Roadway Impact Fees by Land Use 11.7 11.06. Credits 11.7 11.07. Accounting for Fees and Interest Refunds 11.7 11.08. Refunds 11.8 11.09. Appeals 11.8 ARTICLE XII RESERVED ARTICLE Xlll MISCELLANEOUS APPENDICES A. Definitions B. Filing Fees and Charges C. Trees and Plants -Landscape Buffer Strip D. Planned Development Districts E. Specific Use Permits F. Standard Construction Details -Paving -TxDot G. Standard Construction Details — Storm Drainage H. Standard Construction Details -Water -Sanitary Sewer I. Standard Construction Details—Trails (Reserved) J. Central Business District Map K. Design Overlay District Map L. Traffic Impact Analysis Requirements Vii EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 .W1 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1845-"0 SUPPLEMENT NO. 1 — ORD. NO. 1939-5-01 ARTICLE I GENERAL PROVISIONS Section 1.01. Enactment. The Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the City of Allen, Texas, originally passed and approved May 2, 1996, as amended by Ordinance Nos. 1445-8-96, 1549-1-97, 17144-99, 1741.99 together with all amendments thereto, the Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Allen, Texas Ordinance No. 1068-12-91 adopted September 5, 1991, as amended by Ordinance Nos. 1102.4-92, 1237-4-94, 1612-7-98 together with all amendments thereto, Article IV, Parkland Dedication of Chapter 11 of the Code of Ordinances, Article I, II and III of Chapter 4 of the Code of Ordinances and Article II, Impact Fees of Chapter 12 of the Code of Ordinances are hereby amended and recodified as the City of Allen Land Development Code. Section 1.02. Purpose. The regulations of this Code have been established in accordance with the Comprehensive Master Plan for the purpose of promoting the health, safety and general welfare of the City of Allen. They have been designed to lessen the congestion in streets; to secure safety from fire, panic and other dangers; to provide adequate light and air, to prevent the overcrowding of land; to avoid undue concentration of population; and to facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks and other public requirements, promote the character of areas of the City, limit the uses in areas of the City that are particularly suitable for ' particular uses, conserve the value of buildings, and encourage the most appropriate use of land throughout the City. Section 1.03. Jurisdiction. 1. All development and use of land within the corporate limits of the City of Allen shall conform to all of the requirements of this Code, unless specifically exempted herein or by law. 2. All development and use of land within the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the City of Allen shall conform to the following provisions of this Code unless specifically exempted herein or by law: a. Article VIII, Subdivision Standards; b. Article IX, Thoroughfare Plan; c. Section 7.09. Signs; d. Section 7.06, Tree Preservation Section 1.04. Rules of Construction. 1. General. All provisions, terms, phrases and expressions contained in this Code shall be liberally construed In order that the true intent and meaning of the City Council may be fully implemented. 2. Computation of time. The time within which an act is to be done shall be computed by excluding the first and including the last day; if the last day is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, that day shall be excluded. In the computation of time the standard calendar shall ' be used. The following time -related words shall have the meanings ascribed below. a. "Day" means a calendar day, unless working day is specified. 1.1 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE b. "Week" means seven (7) calendar days. c. "Month" means a calendar month. d. 'Year" means a calendar year, unless a fiscal year is indicated. 3. Conjunctions. Unless the context clearly indicates to the contrary, conjunctions shall be interpreted as follows: a. "And" indicates that all connected items, conditions, provisions or events shall apply. b. "Or' indicates that one or more of the connected items, conditions, provisions or events shall apply. c. "Either ... or" indicates that the connected items, conditions, provisions, or events shall apply singularly but not in combination. 4. Delegation of authority. Whenever a provision appears requiring the head of a department or some other officer or employee to do some act or perform some duty, it is to be construed to authorize the head of the department or other officer to designate, delegate and authorize professional -level subordinates to perform the required act or duty, unless the terms of the provision or section specify otherwise. 5. Non-technical and technical words. Words and phases shall be construed according to the common and approved usage of the language, but technical words and phases and such others as may have acquired a peculiar and appropriate meaning in law shall be construed and understood according to such meaning. 6. Number. A word indicating the singular number only may extend and be applied to several persons and things as well as to one person and thing. The use of the plural number shall be deemed to include any single person or thing, unless the context clearly indicates the contrary. 7. Public officials, bodies and agencies. All public officials, bodies, and agencies to which reference is made are those of the City of Allen, Texas, unless otherwise indicated. 8. Shall and may. The word "shall" is always mandatory and not discretionary. The word "may is permissive. 9. Tense. Words used in the past or present tense include the future as well as the past or present, unless the context clearly indicates the contrary. 10. Text. In case of any difference of meaning or implication between the text of this Code and any illustration or figure, the text shall control. Sec. 1.05. Consistency with Comprehensive Master Plan. 1. The regulations of this Code are intended to implement the City's official Comprehensive Master Plan, as such may be amended from time to time. A copy of the plan shall be kept in the office of the City Secretary, and it shall be available for public inspection during regular business hours. 2. Applications for rezoning shall he consistent with the land use categories designated for the property on the Future Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Master Plan. Sec. 1.06. Definitions. Certain terms and definitions used in this Code can be found in Appendix A. flPA EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE Sec. 1.07. Severability. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council of the City of Allen that the sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this chapter are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this chapter shall be declared unconstitutional, such unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs or sections of this Code. Section 1.08. Certificates of Occupancy and Compliance. 1. Certificates of Occupancy shall be required for any of the following: a. Occupancy and use of a building hereafter erected or structurally altered. b. Change in use of an existing building to a use of a different classification. c. Change in the occupancy and use of land to a use of a different classification. d. Change in any non -conforming use. e. Change in occupant or business within a building. 2. No such use or change of use shall take place until a Certificate of Occupancy shall have been issued by the Chief Building Official. 3. Fees for Certificates of Occupancy shall be adopted by resolution of the Council and are included in Appendix B of this Code. 4. Procedure for New or Altered Structures. Written application for a Certificate of Occupancy for a new or the alteration of an existing structure shall be made at the same time as the application for a Building Permit for such a structure. The certificate shall be issued only after the determination is made that no violation of this Code or any other regulation or ordinance of the City following an inspection by the Chief Building Official. 5. Procedure for Vacant Land or a Change in Use. Written application for a Certificate of Occupancy for the use of vacant land, a change in the use of land, or for change from a non -conforming use to a conforming use shall be made to the Chief Building Official. The certificate shall be issued only after the determination is made that no violation of this Code or any other regulation or ordinance of the City following an inspection by the Chief Building Official. 6. Contents. Every Certificate of Occupancy shall contain the following: a. Permit number, b. Address of the building or structure, c. The name and address of the owner, d. A description of the structure or portion of the structure for which the Certificate Is issued, e. A statement that the structure or portion of the structure has been inspected for compliance with the requirement of the adopted Building Codes, group and division of occupancy, f. The name of the Chief Building Official, ' g. Use or uses allowed, and h. Issue date of the Certificate of Occupancy. 1.3 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE 7. Conditional Certificate of Occupancy. If the Chief Building Official finds that no substantial hazard will result from occupancy of any structure or portion thereof before the same is completed, a Conditional Certificate of Occupancy may be issued for a period not to exceed six (6) months, for the use of a portion or portions of the structure prior to completion of the entire building or structure. Such Conditional Certificate of Occupancy shall not be construed as in any way altering the respective rights, duties, or other obligations of the ownersltenants relating to the use or occupancy of the premises or any other provision of this Code. 8. Posting. The Certificate of Occupancy shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the premises and shall not be removed except by the Chief Building Official. 9. Revocation. The Chief Building Official may, in writing, suspend or revoke a Certificate of Occupancy issued under the provisions of this Code whenever the Certificate was issued in error, or on the basis of incorrect information supplied, or when it is determined that the structure of portion thereof is in violation of any ordinance or regulation or any provision of this Code or the Building Codes and other codes adopted by the City, and any amendments thereto. Section 1.09. 1.19. Reserved. Section 1.20. Enforcement and Penalties. 1. Any person, firm or corporation who violates any provision of this Code shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $2,000 and each day or portion of a day a violation exists or continues shall constitute a separate and distinct offense. 2. The penalty provided herein shall be cumulative of other remedies provided by state law as provided in Section 211.012 of the Texas Local Government Code, and the power of injunction may be exercised in enforcing this Code whether or not there has been a criminal complaint filed. 3. In addition to the aforementioned penalty, the right is hereby conferred and extended to any property owner owning property in any district where such property may be affected by a violation of the terms of this Code, to bring suit in such court or courts having jurisdiction thereof and obtain such remedies as may be available at law or in equity for the protection of the rights of such property owners. 4. A person may not use land or a structure on land located in the City for other than those uses designated as permitted uses in accordance with the provisions of this Code. 5. Utility Disconnection. The Chief Building Official may order City or private utilities to be discontinued upon failure to comply with this Code. 6. Enforcement Authority. This Code may be enforced by the Chief Building Official or any other representative of the City. Supp. No.2 (1984-9-01) 1.4 I EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1964-9-01 ARTICLE III BUILDING REGULATIONS Section 3.01. Adoption of Building Codes. There is hereby adopted by the city for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for the construction, alteration, removal, demolition, equipment, use and occupancy, location and maintenance of buildings and structures, including permits and penalties, the following codes: 1. The International Building Code, being in particular the 2000 edition except a. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning. Permanent toilet facilities: A room in an existing building (including a construction trailer) or in the building being constructed with a water closet installed in such room which conforms to the plumbing code, and is continuously available to all workers Involved in a construction project. Temporary toilet facilities: A portable, fully enclosed, chemically -sanitized toilet which is serviced and cleaned at least once each week. b. Every construction project requiring a permit within the City of Allen shall have adequate toilet facilities for workers associated with the project. The following shall be considered adequate facilities: Residential construction projects: At least one (1) permanent toilet facility shall be maintained in each subdivision for the employees or ' subcontractors of each builder holding a permit for a building in that subdivision. A toilet facility must be provided by each builder as long as the builder holds an active permit in the subdivision. as it may be in conflict with the provisions of any ordinance of the city. 2. The International Fire Code, being in particular the 2000 edition except as it may be in conflict with the provisions of any ordinance of the city. 3. The International Residential Code, being in particular the 2000 edition except as it may be in conflict with the provisions of any ordinance of the city. 4. The International Mechanical Code, being in particular the 2000 edition except as it may be in conflict with the provisions of any ordinance of the city. 5. The International Fuel Gas Code, being in particular the 2000 edition except as it may be in conflict with the provisions of any ordinance of the city. 6. The International Plumbing Code, being in particular the 2000 edition except as it may be in conflict with the provisions of any ordinance of the city. 7. The National Electrical Code, being in particular the 1999 edition except as it may be in conflict with the provisions of any ordinance of the city. The building codes adopted by reference in Section 3.01 are hereby amended in the following particulars: a. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning. Permanent toilet facilities: A room in an existing building (including a construction trailer) or in the building being constructed with a water closet installed in such room which conforms to the plumbing code, and is continuously available to all workers Involved in a construction project. Temporary toilet facilities: A portable, fully enclosed, chemically -sanitized toilet which is serviced and cleaned at least once each week. b. Every construction project requiring a permit within the City of Allen shall have adequate toilet facilities for workers associated with the project. The following shall be considered adequate facilities: Residential construction projects: At least one (1) permanent toilet facility shall be maintained in each subdivision for the employees or ' subcontractors of each builder holding a permit for a building in that subdivision. A toilet facility must be provided by each builder as long as the builder holds an active permit in the subdivision. EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 Section 3.02. Amendments to the International Building Code, 2000 Edition. The following sections of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition, are hereby amended to read as follows: 1. Section 101.4 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 101.4 Referenced Codes. The other codes listed in Sections 101.4.1 through 101.4.7 and referenced elsewhere in this code, when specifically adopted, shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. 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. 2. Section 202 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a new definition to read as follows: HIGH-RISE BUILDING is a building having Floors used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet (16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. 3. Table 302.3.3, footnote a of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: e. Assembly uses accessory to Group E Occupancy must comply with the provisions for Group A Occupancy but for the purpose of Section 302.3 are not considered separate occupancies. 4. Section 403.1 of the Intemational Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 403.1 Applicability. The provisions of this section shall apply to buildings having occupied Floors located more than 55 feet (16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. 5. Section 403.1; exception #3 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 3. Buildings with and occupancy in Group A-5 in accordance with Section 303.1 when used for open air seating; however, this exception does not apply to accessory uses including but not limited to sky boxes, restaurants and similarly enclosed areas. 6. Section 403.2, exception #2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 7. Section 406.6.1 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended J to add a second paragraph to read as follows: 3.2 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 This occupancy shall include garages involved in servicing of motor vehicles for items such as lube changes, inspections, windshield repair or replacement, shocks, minor part replacement and other such non -major repair. When the repair garage in only involved in such minor repair, it need not comply with Section 406.6.2. 8. Section 506.2.2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: On order to be considered as accessible, if not in direct contact with a street or fire lane, a minimum 10 -foot wide pathway from the street or approved fire lane must be provided. (See International Fire Code Section 503.1.1 for hose lay measurement pathway requirements.) 9. Section 705.11 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to change the exception to read as follows: Exception: For other than hazardous exhaust ducts, penetrations by ducts and air transfer openings of ... (remainder of exception unchanged). 10. Section 715.5.2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add exception #4 to read as follows: ' 4. In the duct penetration of the separation between the private garage and its residence when constructed in accordance with Section 302.3.3, exceptions #2 and 3. 11. Section 902.1 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended under "Standpipe, Types or definition amend "Manual dry' by adding a sentence to read as follows: The system must be supervised as specified in Section 905.2 12. Section 903.1.2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to change to read as follows: 903.1.2 Residential systems. Unless specifically allowed by this code, residential sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13D or NFPA 13R shall not be recognized for the purposes of exceptions or reductions, commonly referred to as "tradeoffs," permitted by other requirements of this code. 13. Sections 903.2.1.1, 903.2.1.2, 903.2.1.3, and 903.2.1.4 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to change to read as follows: 903.2.1.1 Group A-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-1 Occupancies where one of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 6,000 square feet. 2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more. 3.3 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge. 4. The fire area contains a multi theater complex. 903.2.1.2 Group A-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-2 Occupancies where on of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet. 2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more. 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge. 903.2.1.2 Group A-3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-3 Occupancies where one of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 6,000 square feet. 2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more. 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge. 903.2.1.4 Group A-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-4 Occupancies where one of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 6,000 square feet. 2. The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more. 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge. 14. Section 903.2.7 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 903.2.7 Group R-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings with a Group R-2 fire area. Exceptions: 1. Where guest rooms are not located more than one story in height and the building contains less than 20 guest rooms. 2. A residential sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.1.2 shall be allowed in buildings or portions thereof, of Group R- 1. 15. Section 903.2.8 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 903.2.8 Group R-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings with a Group R-2 fire area where any of the following conditions apply: 11 1. The R-2 is located more than one story in height, including J basements; or 2. The building contains more than 16 dwelling units; or 3.4 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-0-01 3. The building contains fraternities and sororities with an occupant load of more than 10. Exception: A residential sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 shall be permitted in buildings, or portions thereof, of Group R-2. 16. Amend the International Building Code, 2000 Edition to add Section 903.3.10.3 to read as follows: 903.2.10.3. Self -Service storage facility. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all self -storage facilities. Exception: One-story self-service storage facilities that have no interior corridors, with a one-hour fire barrier wall installed between every storage compartment. 17. Section 903.2.12.3 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 903.2.12.3 Buildings over 35 feet in height. An automatic sprinkler shall be installed throughout buildings with a floor level, other than penthouses in compliance with Section 1509 that is located 35 feet or more above the lowest level of fire department access. Exceptions: 1. Delete 2. Open parking structures in compliance with Section 406.3 3. Delete 18. Section 903.2.12; Add 903.2.12.4, 903.2.12.5 and 903.2.12.6 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 903.2.12.4 High -Piled Combustible Storage. For any building with a dear height exceeding 12 feet, see Chapter 23 of the International Fire Code to determine if those provisions apply. 903.2.12.5 Spray Booths and Rooms. New and existing spray booths and spraying rooms shall be protected by an approved automatic fire - extinguishing system. 903.2.12.6 Buildings Over 6,000 square feet. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all buildings over 6,000 square feet. For the purpose of this provision, firewalls shall not define separate buildings. Exception: Open parking garages in compliance with Section 406.3 ' 19. Section 903.3.1.1.1 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 3.5 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations. When approved by the code official, automatic sprinklers shall not be required in the following rooms or areas where such ... fbulk of section unchangeco ... because it is damp, of fire - resistance -rated construction or contains electrical equipment. 1. Any room where the application of water, or flame and water, constitutes a serious life or fire hazard. 2. Any room or space where sprinklers are considered undesirable because of the nature of the contents, when approved by the code official. 3. Generator or transformer rooms, under the direct control of a public utility, separated from the remainder of the building by walls and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies having a fire -resistance rating of not less than 2 hours. 4. Delete 5. Delete 20. Section 903.3.1.2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems. Where allowed in buildings of Group R, up to and including four stories in height, automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13R. However, for the purposes of exceptions or reductions permitted by other requirements of this code, see Section 903.1.2. 21. Section 903.3.5 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: Water supply as required for such systems shall be provided in conformance with the supply requirements of the respective standards; however, every fire protection system shall be designed with a 10 psi safety factor. 22. Section 903.3.7 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 903.3.7 Fire department connections. The location of fire department connections shall be approved by the code official. 23. Section 903.4 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as follows: Sprinkler and standpipe system water -flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause and alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for the fire department hose connection valves shall be electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering. 3.6 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 24. Section 905.2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 905.2 Installation standards. Standpipe systems shall be installed in accordance with this section and NFPA 14. Manual dry standpipe systems shall be supervised with a minimum of 10 psig and a maximum of 40 psig air pressure with a high/low alarm. 25. Section 905.3.2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended 3.7 to delete exceptions #1 and 2. 26. Section 905.4, item #5 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 5. Where the roof has a slope of less than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33.3 -percent slope), each standpipe shall be provided with a two-way hose connection located either ... fremainder of paragraph unchanged?... 27. Section 905.9 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as follows: Sprinkler and standpipe system water -flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon ' detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose connection valves shall be electrically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering. 28. Add Section 907.1.3 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 907.1.3 Design Standards. All alarm systems new or replacement serving 50 or more alarm actuating devices shall be addressable fore detection systems. Alarm systems serving more than 75 smoke detectors or more than 200 total alar activating devices shall be analog intelligent addressable fire detection systems. Exception: Existing systems need not comply unless the total building remodel or expansion initiated after the effective date of this code, as adopted, exceeds 30% of the building. When cumulative building remodel or expansion exceeds 50% of the building, the building must comply within 18 months of permit application. 29. Section 907.2.3 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 907.2.3 Group E. A manual fire alar system shall be installed in Group E educational occupancies. When automatic sprinkler systems or smoke ' detectors are installed, such systems or detectors shall be connected to the building fire alar system. An approved smoke detection system shall be 3.7 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 installed in Group E day care occupancies. Unless separated by a minimum of 100' open space, all buildings, whether portable buildings or the main building, will be considered one building for alarm occupant load consideration and interconnection of alarm systems. 30. Section 907.2.3 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to change exception #1 and add exception #1.1 added to read as follows: 1. Group E educational and day care occupancies with an occupant load of less than 50 when provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system. 1.1 Residential In -Home day care with not more than 12 children may use interconnected single station detectors In all habitable rooms. (For care of more than five children 2 Y. or less years of age, see Section 907.2.6.) 31. Section 907.2.12 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 907.2.12 High-rise building. Buildings having floors used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be provided with an automatic fire alar system and an emergency voice/alar communications system in accordance with Section 907.2.12.2. 32. Section 907.2.12,exception #3 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 3. Buildings with an occupancy in Group A-5 in accordance with Section 303.1, when used for open air seating; however, this exception does not apply to accessory uses including but not limited to sky boxes, restaurants and similarly enclosed areas. 33. Section 907.2.12.2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to amend the beginning paragraph to read as follows: 907.2.12.2 Emergency voice/alarm communication system. The operation of any automatic fire detector, sprinkler water -flow device or manual fore alar box shall automatically sound an alert tone followed by voice instructions giving approved information and directions on a general or selective basis to the following terminal areas on a minimum of the alarming floor, the floor above, and the floor below in accordance with the International Fire Code. 34. Section 907.3 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: Manual alarm actuating devices shall be an approved double action type. 35. Amend the International Building Code, 2000 Edition to add Section 907.5.1 to read as follows: 3.8 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 1005.3.2.5 Smokeproof enclosures. In buildings required to comply with Section 403 or 405, each of the exits of a building that serves stories where the floor surface is located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire . . ' . (remainder of section unchanged). 41. Section 1101.2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add an exception to read as follows: 3.9 907.5.1 Installation. All fire alarm systems shall be installed in such a manner that the failure of any single alarm -actuating or alarm indicating device will not interfere with the normal operation of any other such devices. All systems shall be Class "A" wired with a minimum of six feet separation between supply and return loops. IDC — Class "A" style — D — SLC Class "A" Style 6 — notification Class "B" Style Y. 36. Section 907.8.2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 907.8.2 High-rise buildings. In buildings that have floors located more than 55 feet above ... (remainder of section unchanged}. 37. Section 1003.2.12.2, exception #3 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 2. In occupancies in Group 1-3, F, H or in non-public portions of S, balusters, horizontal intermediate rails or other ... (remainder of section unchanged}. 38. Section 1004.3.2.1; of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add an exception #5 to read as follows: 5. In Group B office buildings, corridor walls and ceilings need not be of fire - ' resistive construction within office spaces of a single tenant when the space is equipped with an approved automatic smoke -detection system within the corridor. The actuation of any detector shall activate alarms audible in all areas served by the corridor. The smoke -detection system shall be connected to the building's fire alarm system where such a system is provided. 39. Section 1005.2.1 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 1005.2.1 Minimum number of exits. Every floor area shall be provided with the minimum number of approved independent exits as required by Table 1005.2.1 based on the occupant load, except as modified in Section 1005.2.2. For the purposes of this chapter, occupied roofs shall . . . (remainder of section unchanged). 40. Section 1005.3.2.5 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition Is amended to read as follows: 1005.3.2.5 Smokeproof enclosures. In buildings required to comply with Section 403 or 405, each of the exits of a building that serves stories where the floor surface is located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire . . ' . (remainder of section unchanged). 41. Section 1101.2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add an exception to read as follows: 3.9 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 Exception: Buildings regulated under State taw and built in accordance with State certified plans, including any variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of this Chapter. 42. Section 1108.2.1 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 1108.2.1 Unisex toilet and bathing rooms. In assembly and mercantile occupancies, an accessible unisex toilet room shall be provided where an aggregate of six or more male or female water closets are provided. In buildings of mixed occupancy, only those water closets ... (remainder of section unchanged). 43. Section 1209.2, exception #2 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 4. Toilet rooms that are not accessible to the public and which have not more than one water closet; provided that walls around urinal comply with the minimum surrounding material specified by Section 419.3 of the International Plumbing Code. 44. Section 1403.3 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 1403.3 Vapor retarder. In all framed walls, floors and roof/ceilings comprising elements of the building thermal envelope, a vapor retarder, when installed, shall be installed in a manner so as to not trap moisture. Vapor retarders shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E 96. (delete all exceptions) 45. Table 1505.1 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to replace footnotes b and c with the following: b. All individual replacement shingles or shakes shall be in compliance with the rating required by this table. c. Non -classified roof coverings shall be permitted on buildings of U occupancies having not more than 120 square feet of projected roof area. When exceeding 120 square feet of projected roof area, buildings of U occupancies may use non -rated, non-combustible roof coverings. 46. Section 1505.7 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 47. Add Section 2308.2.3 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 2308.2.3 Application to engineered design. When accepted by the code official, any portion of this section is permitted to apply to buildings that are otherwise the limitations of this section provided that: 3.10 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 ' 1. The resulting design will comply with the requirements specified in Chapter 16; 2. The load limitations of various elements of this section are not exceeded; and 3. The portions of this section which will apply are identified by an engineer in the construction documents. 48. Section 2901.1 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: The provisions of this Chapter are meant to work in coordination with the provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Plumbing Code. Should any conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Code Official shall determine which provision applies. 49. Section 2902.1 of the International Building Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: Minimum number of fixtures. Plumbing fixtures shall be provided for the type of occupancy and in the minimum number as follows: 1. Assembly Occupancies: At least one drinking fountain shall be provided at each floor level in an approved location. ' Exception: A drinking fountain need not be provided in a drinking and dining establishment. 2. Groups A, B, F, H, I, M and S Occupancies: Buildings or portions thereof where persons are employed shall be provided with at least one water closet for each sex except as provided for in Section 2902.2. 3. Group E Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 2902.1 4. Group R Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 2902.1 It is recommended, but not required, that the minimum number of fixtures provided also comply with the number shown in Table 2902.1. Types of occupancies not shown in Table 2902.1 shall be considered individually by the code official. The number of occupants shall be determined by this code. 2902.1.1 Finish material. Finish materials shall comply with Section 1209. 2902.2 Unisex toilet and bath fixtures. Fixtures located within unisex toilet and bathing rooms complying with Chapter 11 are permitted to be included in determining the minimum required number of fixture assembly and mercantile occupancies. 3.11 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 Section 3.03. Amendments to the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition. The following sections of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition, are hereby amended to read as follows: 1. Section 101.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Fire Code of the City of Allen, Collin County, Texas, hereinafter referred to as 'this code." 2. Section 102.4 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "102.4 Application of Other Codes. The design and construction of new structures shall comply with this code, and other codes as applicable; and any alterations, additions, charges in use or changes in structures required by this code which are within the scope of other codes shall be made in accordance therewith." 3. Section 102.6 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "102.6 Referenced Codes and Standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those that are listed in Chapter 45 and such ] codes when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered part of J the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between the provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of the most restrictive code, Ordinance or Standard shall apply and be controlling. 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." 4. Section 104.1.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "104.1.1 Code Official. For the purpose of this code, "Code Official" shall mean the Fire Chief or his designated representative(s)." 5. Section 105.1.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "105.1.1 Permits Required. Permits required by this code shall be obtained from the code official. Permit fees, if any, shall be paid at time of application for permit. Permits are not issued until the code official has approved the permit and a copy of the permit and approved plans are in the possession of the person or company applying for said permit. Issued permits and approved plans shall be kept on the premises designated therein at all times and shall be readily available for inspection." 3.12 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 I6. Sections 105.1.4 and 105.1.5 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition are amended to read as follows: "105.1.4 Failure to Obtain Permit. Any person who fails to obtain a permit shall be liable to a fee of two (2) times the appropriate amount figured using sections 108.1 and 108.2 with a minimum fee of $100.00 in addition to the permit fee." "105.1.5 Working Without a Permit. Any person working without a permit shall be liable to a fee of two (2) times the appropriate amount figured using sections 108.1 and 108.2 with a minimum fee of $100.00 in addition to the permit fee. Working without a permit shall include not having plans approved by the fire department on site or not having a copy of the permit regulating such trade on site." 7. Section 105.7 and Section 105.7.13-105.7.15 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition are amended to read as follows: "105.7 Required Construction Permits. The code official is authorized to issue construction permits for work as set forth in Sections 105.7.1 to 105.7. 15." "105.7.13 Access Control. A permit shall be required to install any system ' that is utilized during normal operation to delay access or secure a building or portion thereof." "105.7.14 Gate Access System. A permit shall be required to install any system that during normal operation delays or prevents entry to, or obstructs a fire lane into the premises of a residential or commercial area." "105.7.15 Model Rocketry. A permit shall be required to conduct model rocket operations utilizing rockets powered by propellants other than water. Permission of property owner shall be required prior to issuance of a permit" 8. Section 105.8 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Sections 105.8.1, 105.8.2 and 105.8.3 to read as follows: "105.8 Permit Fees. Fees for each permit required, other regulatory storage/handling, equipment use or process shall be charged to perform necessary plan reviews and field inspections." '105.8.1 Construction Permit Fees. Permit fees for all new installation of, or modification to, automatic fire extinguishing systems, automatic detection systems, or automatic fire command and control systems shall be as shown in Table 105.8.1 Table 105.8.1 0-100,000 Square feet 0.015 per square foot of building area (minimum of $50.00 100,001 — 300,000 $1500 for first I Plus 0.014 for each addkional 3.13 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 11105.8.2. Other Permit Fees. Permit fees for all other regulatory storage/handling, equipment use or process, are as follow: 105.8.2.1 Access Control System 105.8.2.2 Carnivals and Fairs 105.8.2.3 Fireworks / Pyrotechnic 105.8.2.4 Flammable Combustible Liquid(s) 105.8.2.5 Flammable / Combustible Storage Tanks 105.8.2.5.3.1 First Tank 105.8.2.5.3.2 Each additional tank 105.8.2.6 Flow Test 105.8.2.7 Gate Access Systems 105.8.2.8 Hood Exhaust Extinguishing System 105.8.2.9 LPG 105.8.2.10 Open Burning 105.8.2.11 Underground Fire Main $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $150.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 (per system) $50.00 $1,000.00 (per day / per site) $50.00" "105.8.3 Permit Re -Inspection Fees. All fees must be paid prior to scheduling of re -inspection (s). See Table 105.8.3." Table 105.8.3 First scheduled inspection 100,000 square feet square foot area or fraction $50.00 Reins ction thereof 300,001+ $3700 for first I Plus 0.009 for each additional $50.00 300,000 square feet square foot area or fraction thereof 11105.8.2. Other Permit Fees. Permit fees for all other regulatory storage/handling, equipment use or process, are as follow: 105.8.2.1 Access Control System 105.8.2.2 Carnivals and Fairs 105.8.2.3 Fireworks / Pyrotechnic 105.8.2.4 Flammable Combustible Liquid(s) 105.8.2.5 Flammable / Combustible Storage Tanks 105.8.2.5.3.1 First Tank 105.8.2.5.3.2 Each additional tank 105.8.2.6 Flow Test 105.8.2.7 Gate Access Systems 105.8.2.8 Hood Exhaust Extinguishing System 105.8.2.9 LPG 105.8.2.10 Open Burning 105.8.2.11 Underground Fire Main $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $150.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 (per system) $50.00 $1,000.00 (per day / per site) $50.00" "105.8.3 Permit Re -Inspection Fees. All fees must be paid prior to scheduling of re -inspection (s). See Table 105.8.3." Table 105.8.3 First scheduled inspection No charge 1 Reins action $50.00 Reins ction $75.00 3 and Subsequent Re- Ins ection $100.00 9. Section 105.9 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add the following section to read as follows: "105.9. Contractor Company Registration. Any company performing work that requires a permit per this code shall register with the Fire Department, prior to any work being done in this City. Registration shall be good for one year, or at such time the Company's State Certificate of Registration expires. A copy of State Certification (if applicable), a copy of applicant's Drivers License and annual fees are due at time of Registration application. Annual registration fees are as follows: CONTRACTOR COMPANY REGISTRATION FEE Fire Alann Certificate of Registration $50.00 Fire Extinguisher Certificate of Registration (fixed systems only) $50.00 Fire Sprinkler Certificate of Registration $50.00 Any other company erforminpermitted work $50.00 3.14 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9.01 10. Section 106.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add ' Sections 106.2.1 -106.2.4 to read as follows: "106.2.1 Scheduling Inspections. Fire inspections shall be scheduled 48 hours in advance." "106.2.2 Pre -Test Certification. Inspections will not be scheduled until a letter certifying that a pre-test was conducted with out failure is provided to the Fire Department by the installation company." "106.2.3 Personnel at Inspection. Installation Company shall provide adequate personnel and communications at the site for all scheduled inspections." "106.2.4 Partial Inspections. The Fire Department shall not perform inspections on partial systems unless approved by the Code Official." 11. Section 109.3 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "109.3 Violation Penalties. Person who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or shall erect, install, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the code official, or a permit of certificate used under the provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a Class C Misdemeanor, punishable by fine of not more than two -thousand dollars ($2000.00). Each day a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense." 12. Section 111.4 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "111.4 Failure to Comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be liable to a fine of not more than two -thousand dollars ($2000.00)." 13. Section 202 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add the following definitions to read as follows: "HIGH-RISE BUILDING is a building having floors used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet (16764mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access." "STANDBY PERSONNEL are qualified fire service personnel, approved by the Fire Chief. When utilized, the number required shall be as directed by the Fire Chief. Charges for utilization shall be as normally calculated by the jurisdiction." 3.15 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-M "SELF -STORAGE FACILITY. Real Property designed and used for the purpose of renting or leasing individual storage spaces to customers for the purpose of storing and removing personal property on a self-services basis." 14. Section 307.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "307.2 Permit Required. A permit shall be obtained from the code official in accordance with Section 105.6 prior to kindling a fire for recognized silviculture or range or wildlife management practices, prevention or control of disease or pest, or open burning. Application for such approval shall only be presented by and permits issued to the owner of the land upon which the fire is to be kindled." 15. Section 307.3 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "307.3 Location. The location for open burning shall not be less than 300 feet (91440 mm) from any structure, and provisions shall be made to prevent the fire from spreading to within 300 feet (91440 mm) of any structure." 16. Section 307.3 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 307.3.3 to read as follows: "307.3.3 Trench Burns. Trench burns shall be conducted in air curtain trenches and in accordance with Section 307.2." 17. Section 307.4 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "307.4 Attendance. Open burning, trench bums, bonfires or recreational fires shall be constantly attended until the ..." 18. Section 307.5 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "307.5 Open -Flame Cooking Devices. Charcoal burners and other open - flame cooking devices shall not be operated or located on combustible balconies or with in 10 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction. Exceptions: (1) One- and two-family dwellings. (2) Where buildings, balconies and decks are protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system." 19. Section 307.5.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "307.5.1 Liquid -Petroleum -Gas -Fueled Cooking Devices. When permitted as listed in the exception of section 307.5, LP -gas burners having a LP -gas container with the water capacity greater than 2.5 pounds (1.14kg)[nominal 1 3.16 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9.01 ' pound (0.454 kg) LP -gas capacity] shall not be located on combustible balconies or within 10 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction. Exception: One- and two-family dwellings, and other residential occupancies when those residential occupancies are in compliance with Section 307.5, exception #2, may have containers with a water capacity not greater than 20 pounds (9.08 kg) [nominal 1 pound (0.454 kg) LP -gas capacity]." 20. Section 503.1.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add the following sentence to the first paragraph to read as follows: "Except for single- or two-family residences, the path of measurement shall be along a minimum of ten feet (10') wide unobstructed pathway around the external walls of the structure." 21. Section 503.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 503.1.4 to read as follows: "503.1.4 Fire Lane Easement Approval. Prior to construction, the design of the fire lane shall be submitted to the Fire Chief for his review and written approval" 22. Section 503.2.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to ' read as follows: "503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 24 feet (7315mm), and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less that 14 feet (4267 mm)." 23. Section 503.2.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "503.2.2 Authority. The Code official shall have the authority to require an increase in the minimum access widths and vertical clearances where they are inadequate for fire or rescue operations" 24. Section 503.2.3 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add the following sentence to read as follows: "503.2.3 Surface. Fire Lane easements shall be constructed to meet the City of Allen Engineering Standards." 25. Section 503.2.4 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "503.2.4 Turning Radius. Turning radius for fire department vehicle access is as follows: 1. 24 foot fire lane — 30 foot inside turning radius. l 2. 30 foot fire lane —10 foot inside turning radius" 3.17 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 26. Section 503.2.5 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "503.2.5 Dead -Ends. Dead end fire apparatus access roads are not allowed. An approved fire department vehicle access tum -around shall be required." 27. Section 503.2.7 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "503.2.7 Grade. Fire Department vehicle access shall have a grade no greater than 5 percent with % inch per foot cross slope, unless variance is approved by code official." 28. Section 503.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Sections 503.2.8 and 503.2.9 to read as follows: "503.2.8 Fire Lane Easements. Fire lane easements shall be legally recorded on either an approved plat, or separate document filed in accordance with laws of the State of Texas. 503.2.9 Fire Lane Access During Construction. All required fire lanes shall be installed, identified by signage or striping and approved prior to any construction progressing past slab elevation." 29. Section 503.3 of the International. Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "503.3 Marking. Approved striping of, when allowed by code official, signs, or both, shall be provided for fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads or prohibit the obstruction thereof. Signs and striping shall be maintained in a clean and legible condition at all times and be replaced or repaired when necessary to provide adequate visibility. 1. Striping — Fire apparatus access roads shall be marked by painting lines of red traffic paint six inches (6") in width to show the boundaries of the lane. The words "NO PARKING FIRE LANE" or "FIRE LANE NO PARKING" shall appear in four inch (4") white letter at 25 feet intervals on the red boarder markings along both sides of the fire lanes. Where a curb is available, the stripping shall be on the vertical face of the curb. 2. Signs — shall read "NO PARKING FIRE LANE" or "FIRE LANE NO PARKING" and shall be 12" wide and 18" high. Signs shall be painted on a white background with letters and borders in red, using not less than 2" lettering. Signs shall be permanently affixed to a stationary post and the bottom of the sign shall be six feet, 6 inches (6'6") above finished grade. Signs shall be spaced not more than fifty ] feet (50') apart. Signs may be installed on permanent buildings or J walls or as approved by the Fire Chief." 3.18 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' 30. Section 503.4 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "503.4 Obstruction of Fire Apparatus Access Roads/Removal of Obstruction. Fire apparatus roads shall not be obstructed in any manner, including the parking of vehicles. The minimum widths and clearances established in Section 503.2.1, and any area marked as a fire lane as described in Section 503.3 shall be maintained at all times. The Fire Chief and Police Chief, and their designated representatives are authorized to remove or cause to be removed any material, vehicle or object obstructing a fire lane at the expense of the owner of such material or vehicle. 503.4.1 Obstruction and Control. No owner or person in charge of the premises served by a fire lane shall abandon or close any fire lane or easement without first securing from the Fire Chief approval of an amended site plan or plat showing removal of the fire lane or easement. 503.4.2 Speed Control Devices - Speed bumps or other similar obstacles that have the effect of slowing or impeding the response of fire apparatus shall be approved by the Fire Department prior to installation. The following is an example of an acceptable speed bump: ' Co�lEitfua� Llarva otpuliaa-No< Co 31. Section 503.6 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "503.6.1 Definitions. For the purpose of this section the following terms will have the following definitions. 503.6.1.1 Security Gate. Shall mean any vehicle access way from a public street to private property, which has an access gate that limits or controls vehicle access onto the property. 503.6.1.2 Gate System. A gate system includes each drive gate, pedestrian gate, operating mechanism, receiver, electrical system, chain, belt, pulley, all hardware appliances and all other type equipment or items necessary for ' each gate to function as intended and herein described 503.6.1.3 Primary Drive Gate Type. The primary drive gate type that may be installed across fire lanes shall be the sliding type. If the installation of 3.19 EXHIBIT"A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 slide gate is not possible due to the layout of the property or building thereon, alternate types may be used with the approval of the code official. 503.6.1.4 Main Gate. Shall mean the gate and entry gate way designed as the primary entrance for guest, residents, deliveries, employees, patrons, etc. 503.6.1.5 Owner. Shall mean a person, corporation, partnership or any other similar entity. 503.6.1.6 Primary Emergency Access. Shall mean the drive or access point designed as the primary point or one of several primary points of ingress/egress for emergency vehicles. 503.6.1.7 Secondary Emergency Access. Shall mean the drive or access point designed as a secondary or back-up means of ingresstegress for emergency vehicles. 503.6.2 General Requirements. All limited access drives from public streets shall be designed to accommodate emergency service vehicles (fire -police - medical). All limited access drives will be designated as either a primary or secondary emergency access way, as determined by the Fire Marshal. Automated gates controlling access to I -storage warehouses and other non- residential properties will not ordinarily be required to have the "Opticom" gate opening system, but may comply with the balance of the security gate requirements. The Fire Marshal may, however, require the "Opticom" system on any automated gates across fire lanes as deemed necessary. All primary emergency access gates shall be equipped to operate with the "Opticom" gate opening system, "Knox" KS -2 key switch and a fail safe manual back-up or automatic release in the event of a failure of the electrical or mechanical system. The KS -2 switch shall be located on a keypad pedestal or call box as approved by the Fire Marshal. All automated gates must also be equipped with one flasher unit and one external lamp assembly with a red globe and guard to be mounted separate from the enclosure. The light shall be visible from both sides of the gate; be mounted at the top of the fence within two (2) feet of the gate opening and flash upon the gate being activated by the Opticom system or KS -2 switch and continue to flash as long as the gate is being held by the emergency access system. All automated secondary emergency access gates shall be equipped to operate with the Knox KS -2 key switch mounted on a key pedestal and have an electrical disconnect contained within an approved box secured by a Knox pad lock to allow manual opening of the gate by emergency personnel. All manual secondary access gates shall open by means of a Knox Padlock. Provisions shall be made to accommodate other services including, but not limited to Police, Public Works, Sanitation Services, Utility Services and Postal Service. 503.6.3 Specific Requirements. All primary access gates shall be located on private property a minimum of 30 feet from the property line being 3.20 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 crossed by the access drive or forty feet from the nearest edge of the roadway, whichever is greater. The minimum clear opening width shall not be less than twenty-four (24) feet and a minimum unobstructed height of 14 feet shall be maintained. Limited access gates shall be designed and constructed in a workman -like manner. Gate materials shall be approved by the Fire Marshal. Pedestrian Gates shall open fully with a minimum clear span of 48 inches and be provided with a latch or other means of securing them in the open position. Automated pedestrian gates shall open freely upon loss of power. When required by the Fire Marshal, one or multiple pedestrian gates shall be released by a Knox lock or by a KS -2 switch mounted in an approved box. 503.6.4 Primary System Access (Emergency) — Opticom. Emitter receivers shall be located at each primary access gate or point as deemed necessary by the Fire Marshal. Upon receiving the transmission of the emitter signal at any drive gate, the affected gate shall automatically open to a lock -open and disabled condition. The system shall be designed to require manual reset to close the gates after emergency activation. 503.6.5 Primary Safety Access (Non -Emergency) Numbered Keypad. Public safety access shall be installed at a readily accessible location at each ' automated drive gate for public safety personnel who me require entry in other emergencies. The numbers making up the code shall be determined by the Fire Marshal and shall be consistent on all gate systems installed throughout the City. The numbers shall not be changed unless ordered by a written, notarized directive from the Fire Marshal. 503.6.6 Secondary System Access (Back -Up) — KS -2 Switch. In the event of power failure the gate shall open freely. It shall be capable of being opened manually by one person of average stature. In the event of an Opticom failure, the gate shall be opened by means of the KS -2 switch that is mounted on the keypad or other approved location. Upon activation of the KS -2 switch, the affected gate shall automatically open to a locked open and disabled condition. The system will required manual reset to close the gates after emergency activation. 503.6.7 Final System Access (Back -Up) — Electrical Disconnect/Chain Access. In the event of an Opticom and/or KS -2 Failure, the gate shall be opened by means of an electrical power disconnect switch in a weather proof box: ' 1. The box shall be red. 2. The box shall be mounted on the entry side of the gate within five (5) feet of the gate. 3. The box shall be at least five (5) inches high and five (5) inches wide. 3.21 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 4. The box shall be clearly labeled "Fire Dept." in white letters one inch tall with one-quarter inch stroke. 5. A Knox padlock shall secure the box. i 6. The box must be clearly visible and accessible. J 503.6.8 Electrical Equipment Protection. All electrical equipment shall be protected from physical damage and weather by approved weather tight boxes or housings. 503.6.9 Performance Test. Gates and gate systems shall be tested upon completion of the installation of a gate or gate system or when required by the Fire Department. Failure of a gate or gate system test shall require all effected gates shall be chained and locked in the open position until repaired and re -tested. The Fire Department shall observe all required test." 32. Section 503 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 503.7 to read as follows: "503.7 Maintenance. All fire lane and access easements shall be maintained and kept in a good state of repair at all times by the owner and the City of Allen shall not be responsible for the maintenance thereof. It shall further be the responsibility of the owner that all fire lane markings required by this code be kept so that the borders of each and every portion of the fire J lane are easily distinguishable by the public." 33. Section 505.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "505.1 Address Numbers. New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers, or approved building identification placed in a position to be plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property and to the rear of the property. These numbers shall be contrasting with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet letters. Numbers on all shell buildings, including apartment buildings and Anchor stores shall be a minimum of 6 inches (152.4mm) high with a stroke width of 1 inch (25.4mm). Numbers for business suites and individual apartments shall be a minimum of 4inches (102mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5.inch (12.7mm)." 34. Section 506.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add the following sentence to first paragraph to read as follows: "All new and existing business and commercial premises shall provide a lock box as approved by the Fire Chief." 35. Section 508.5 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Sections 508.5.1.1, 508.5.1.2 and 508.5.1.3 to read as follows: 3.22 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 "508.5.1.1 All Residential Districts. As the property is developed, fire hydrants shall be located at all intersecting streets and at intermediate locations between said intersections at a maximum spacing of 400 feet measured along the length of the centerline of the road way. Exception: maximum spacing can be increase to 600 feet for fire sprinklered properties. 508.5.1.2 Mutti-Family and All Other Districts. As the property is developed, fire hydrants shall be located at all intersecting streets and at intermediate locations between said intersections at a maximum spacing of 300 feet as measured along the centerline of the roadway. Exception: Maximum spacing can be increased to 500 feet for fire sprinklered properties. 508.5.1.3 Protected Properties. Fire Hydrants shall be installed along fire lanes with spacing as required for street installations specified in 508.5.1.1 and 508.5.1.2. In addition, hydrants required to provide a supplemental water supply for automatic fire protection systems shall be within 50 feet of the fire department connection (FDC) for such system." 36. Section 508.5 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Sections 508.5.7 - 508.5.16 to read as follows: "508.5.7 Fire Hydrant Type. All hydrants shall be of the three-way type with National Standard threads, breakaway construction, minimum W valve opening and shall comply with the latest AWWA specification C-502. The hydrant shall have a 4'h" large connection with two 2Y:" side connections and shall be placed on water mains of no less than six (6) inches in size. Fire hydrants shall be Mueller "Centurion' or approved equal. 508.5.8 Valves. Valves shall be placed on all fire hydrant leads 508.5.9 Fire Hydrants shall be installed so that the breakaway point is no less that three (3) inches, and no greater than five (5) inches above the grade surface. 508.5.10 Curb Line. Fire hydrants shall be located a minimum of two (2) feet and a maximum of six (6) feet behind the curb line. No fire hydrant shall be placed in a cul-de-sac or the turning radius of fire lanes. 508.5.11 Positioning. All fire hydrants shall be installed so that the 4 W connection will face the fire lane or street. 508.5.12 Fire hydrants, when placed at intersections or access drives to parking lots, shall be placed so that the minimum obstruction of the ' intersection or access drive will occur when the hydrant is in use. 508.5.13 Private Property. Fire Hydrants located on private property shall be accessible to the fire department at all times. 3.23 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 All fire hydrants placed on private property shall be adequately protected by either curb stops of concrete post or other approved methods. Such stops shall be the responsibility of the landowner on which the fire hydrant is installed. 508.5.14 Fire Hydrant. No fire hydrant shall be located closer than 40 feet to a non-residential building or structure. 508.5.15 Identification. An approved blue, two-sided reflector shall be utilized to identify each hydrant location. The reflector shall be affixed to the centerline of each roadway or fire access lane opposite fire hydrants. 508.5.16 Main Size. The fire hydrant caps and bonnet shall be painted according to the water main size to which it is attached (see Table 508.5.16). The remainder of the hydrant above ground shall be painted silver. MAIN SIZE COLOR 6" Silver 8" Blue 10' or greater Yellow Table 508.5.16 37. Section 704.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "704.1 Enclosure. Interior vertical shafts, including but not limited to stairways, elevator hoistways, service and utility shafts, that connect two or more stories of a building shall be enclosed or protected in accordance with codes in effect at time of construction but, regardless of when constructed, not less that as specified in Table 704.1. When openings are required to be...." 38. Section 803.3.2 and Section 803.4.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition are amended to add an exception to read as follows: "Exception: Corridors protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 shall be limited to 50 percent of the wall area." 39. Section 804.1.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to amend the exception to read as follows: "Exception: Decorative vegetation is allowed in the prohibited occupancies when vegetation is flame resistant or flame retardant. Such flame resistance or flame retardant shall be documented and certified in an approved manner." 40. Section 804.1.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second exception to read as follows: 3.24 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 "Exception: Trees shall not be prohibited inside private dwelling units of R-2 occupancies." 41. Section 901.7 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "901.7 System Out of Service. When a required fire protection system is out of service or in the event of excessive number of accidental activations, the fire department and the code official shall be notified immediately and where required by the code official, the building shall either be evacuated or standby personnel shall be provided for all occupants left unprotected by the shut down until the fire protection system has been returned to service. Where utilized, standby personnel shall be provided with at least one approved means for notification of the fire department and their only duty shall be to perform constant patrols of the protected premises and keep watch for fires." 42. Section 902.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add the definition of "Fire Area" to read as follows: "FIRE AREA. The aggregate Floor area enclosed and bounded by firewalls, fire barriers, exterior walls or fire -resistance -rated horizontal assemblies of a building" ' 43. Section 902.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to amend the definition of "Standpipe, Type of" under "Manual dry" by adding a sentence to read as follows: "The system must be supervised as specified in Section 905.2" 44. Section 903.1.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "903.1.2 Residential Systems. Unless specifically allowed by this code or the International Building Code, residential sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13D or NFPA 13R shall not be recognized for the purpose of exceptions or reductions, commonly referred to as "tradeoffs; permitted by other requirements of this code. In addition, residential sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13R must include sprinkler protection of attics, patios, breezeways and balconies to be recognized for the purpose of such tradeoffs permitted by other requirements of this code." 45. Sections 903.2.1.1 - 903.2.1.4 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: ' "903.2.1.1 Group A-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-1 Occupancies where one of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 6,000 square feet (1115 m2) 3.25 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 2. The fire area has an occupancy load of 300 or more. 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge. 4. The fire area contains a multi theater complex. 903.2.1.2 Group A-2. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-2 Occupancies where one of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet (464.5 m2). 2. The fire area has an occupancy load of 300 or more. 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge. 903.2.1.3 Group A-3. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-3 Occupancies where one of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 6,000 square feet (1115 m2). 2. The fire area has an occupancy load of 300 or more. 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge. 903.2.1.4 Group A-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-4 Occupancies where one of the following conditions exists: 1. The fire area exceeds 6,000 square feet (1115 m2). 2. The fire area has an occupancy load of 300 or more. 3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge.' ] 46. Sections 903.2.7 and 903.2.8 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition are J amended to read as follows: '903.2.7 Group R-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings with Group R-1 fire area. Exceptions: 1. Where guestrooms are not located more than one story in height and the building contains less than 20 guestrooms. 2. A residential sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 shall be allowed in buildings or portions thereof, of group R- 1. 903.2.8 Group R-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings with a group R-2 fire area where any of the following conditions apply: 1. The R-2 is located more than one story in height, including basements; or, 2. The building contains more than 16 dwelling units; or, 3. The building contains fraternities and sororities with an occupant load of more than 10. Exception: A residential sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 shall be permitted in buildings, or portions thereof, of Group R-2." 3.26 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 3.27 47. Section 903.2.10 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Sections 903.2.10.2 and 903.2.10.3 to read as follows: "903.2.10.2 Bulk Storage of Tires. Buildings and structures where the area for the storage of tires exceeds 20,000 cubic feet (566 m3) shall be equipped throughout with an automatic fire sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. 903.2.10.3. Self -Service Storage Facilities. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all self-service storage facilities. Exception: One-story self-service storage facilities that have no interior corridors, with one-hour fire barrier separation wall installed between every storage compartment" 48. Sections 903.2.12 and 903.2.12.3 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition are amended to read as follows: "903.2.12 All Occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in the locations set forth in Sections 903.2.12.1 through 903.2.12.1.3. 903.2.12.3 Buildings Over 35 Feet in Height. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout building with a floor level, other than penthouses in compliance with Section 1509 of the Building Code, that is located 35 feet (10668mm) or more above the lowest level of fire department ' vehicle access. Exception: Open parking structures in compliance with Section 406.3 of the Building Code." 49. Section 903.2.12 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Sections 903.2.12.4, 903.2.12.5,903.2.12.6, 903.2.12.7 and 903.2.12.8 to read as follows: "903.2.12.4 High -Piled Combustible Storage. For any building with a clear height exceeding 12 feet (4572 mm), see Chapter 23 to determine if those provisions apply. 903.2.12.5 Spray Booths and Rooms. New and existing spray booths and spraying rooms shall be protected by an approved automatic fire - extinguishing system 903.2.12.6 Buildings Over 6,000 Square Feet. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all buildings over 6,000 square feet. 903.2.12.6.1 Modifications or Additions to Existing Buildings. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13 in all existing buildings that are enlarged to be 6,000 square feet or ' greater, and in buildings greater than 6,000 square feet which are enlarged. 3.27 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 Exception: Open parking garages in compliance with Section 406.3 of the Building Code. 903.2.12.7 Fire Wall Separation. For the purpose of this code, firewalls shall not define separate buildings. 903.2.12.8 NFPA 13 "Small Room Rule". For the purpose of this code, the "Small Room Rule" as defined in NFPA 13 shall not be recognized." 50. Section 903.1.1.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "903.3.1.1.1 Exempt Locations. When approved by the code official, automatic sprinklers shall not be required in the following rooms or area where such ... because it is damp, of fire -resistance -rated construction or contains electrical equipment. 1. Any room where the application of water, or flame and water, constitutes a serious life or fire hazard. 2. Any room or space where the sprinklers are considered undesirable because of the nature of the contents, when approved by the code official. 3. Generator and transformer rooms, under the direct control of a public utility, separated from the remainder of the building by walls and floor/ceiling assemblies having a fire -resistance rating of not less than 2 hours. 4. (delete) 5. (delete)." 51. Section 903.3.1.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R Sprinkler Systems. Where allowed in buildings of Group R, up to and including four stories in height, automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13R. However, for the purpose of exceptions or reductions permitted by other requirements of this code, see Section 903.1.2." 52. Section 903.3.5 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: "Water supply as required for such systems shall be provided in conformance with the supply requirements of the respective standard; however, every fire protection system shall be designed with a 10 psi safety factor." 53. Section 903.3.7 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: "FDC shall be five -inch (5") Storz connection with a 30-45 degree down elbow and locking "Knox" cap. Traditional 2 -way Siamese connection with locking "Knox" caps may be used when approved by the Fire Department." 3.28 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 54. Section 903.7.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add the following sentence to read as follows: "Missing or damaged FDC caps shall be replaced with locking "Knox" FDC caps." 55. Section 903.4 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as follows: "Sprinkler and standpipe system water -flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose connection valves shall be electronically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering." 56. Section 903.4.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "903.4.1 Signals. Alarm, supervisory and trouble signals shall be distinctly different and shall be automatically transmitted to a UL listed central station monitoring company." ' 57. Section 903.6 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 903.6.2 to read as follows: "903.6.2 Spray Booths and Rooms. New and existing spray booths and rooms shall be protected by an approved fire extinguishing system in accordance with section 1504." 58. Section 903 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 903.7 to read as follows: "903.7 Automatic Fire Sprinkler Control Room (Riser Rooms). Riser rooms shall be used for the purpose of fire suppression, fire alarm and control systems only. The following include but not limited to prohibited equipment and/or facilities in a riser room: mop sinks, roof access, electrical and storage. All Risers rooms shall be accessible from the exterior of the structure." 59. Section 904.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 904.2 Where Required. Automatic fire -extinguishing systems installed in addition to the required ...." I60. Section 904.11 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a paragraph to read as follows: 3.29 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 "Automatic hood suppression systems shall use metal caps on nozzles that are located between the cooking surface and hood filters. This requirement shall be required on all new and existing automatic hood suppression systems." 61. Section 905.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "905.2 Installation Standards. Standpipe systems shall be installed in accordance with this section and NFPA 14. Manual standpipe systems shall be supervised with a minimum of 10-psig and a maximum of 40-psig air pressure with a high/low alarm." 62. Section 905.3.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to delete exceptions 1 and 2. 63. Section 905.4, item 5 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 'Where the roof has a slope less that four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33.3 -percent slope) each stand pipe shall be provided with a two-way hose connection located either... " 64. Section 905.9 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as follows: "Sprinkler and standpipe system water -flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose connection valves shall be electronically supervised to initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering" 65. Section 907 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 907.1.3 to read as follows: "907.1.3 Design Standards. All alar systems new or replaced serving 50 or more alar actuating devices shall be addressable fire detection systems. Alarm system systems serving more than 75 smoke detectors or more than 200 total activating devices shall be analog intelligent addressable fire detection systems. Exception: Existing systems need not comply unless the total building remodel or expansion initiated after January 1, 1998 exceeds 30% of the building. When cumulative building remodel or expansion exceeds 50% of the building must comply within 18 months of permit application." F 3.30 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 66. Section 907.2.3 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to ' amend exception 1 and to add exception 1.1 to read as follows: "1. Group E educational and day care occupancies with an occupant load of less than 50 when provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system. 1.1 Residential In -Home day-care with not more than 12 children may use interconnected single station detectors in all habitable rooms. (For care of more than 5 children 2 % years or less years of age, see Section 907.2.6.)" 67. Section 907.2.12 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "907.2.12 High -Rise Buildings. Buildings having floors used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet (16764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be provided with an automatic fire alarm system and an emergency voice/alarm communications system in accordance with section 907.2.12.2." 68. Section 907.2.12, exception 3 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: T. Buildings with an occupancy in Group A-5 in accordance with Section 303.1 of the International Building Code, when used for open air seating; however, this exception does not apply to accessory uses including but not limited to sky boxes, restaurants and similarly enclosed areas." 69. Section 907.2.12.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to amend the beginning paragraph to read as follows: "The operation of any automatic fire detector, sprinkler water -flow device or manual fire alar box shall automatically sound an alert tone followed by a voice instructions giving approved information and directions on a general or selective basis to the following terminal areas on a minimum of the alarming floor, the floor above and the floor below in accordance with the building's fire safety and evacuation plans required by Section 404." 70. Section 907.4 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: "Manual alarm actuating devices shall be an approved double action type." 71. Section 907.6 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 907.6.1 to read as follows: "907.6.1. All fire alarm systems shall be installed in such a manner that the failure of any single alarm -actuating or alarm indicating device will not ' interfere with the normal operation of any other such device. All systems shall be class "A" wired with a minimum of six feet separation between supply and return loops. IDC — Class "A" Style D, SLC — Class "A" Style 6, notification — Class "B" Style Y." 3.31 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 72. Section 907.9.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: t "907.9.2 High -Rise Buildings. In buildings that have floors located more than 55 feet (16764 mm) above the ... " 73. Section 907.15 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "907.15 Monitoring. An approved UL listed Central station monitoring company shall monitor all fire alarm systems" 74. Section 907 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 907.21 to read as follows: "907.21 UL Central Station Fire Alarm System Certification. All new, modified and/or problematic fire alarm systems shall obtain the UL listed Central Station Fire Alarm System Certification. 1. New and modified alarm systems shall provide UL Central Station Fire Alarm Certification prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. 2. Problematic alarm systems shall have 30 days to comply with this provision from date of notification to property owner by fire department." 75. Section 907 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 907.22 to read as follows: "907.22 Password Protection Prohibited. No fire alarm system shall be protected by a password or pin number that would hinder immediate silencing capabilities by the fire department. " 76. Section 907 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 907.23 to read as follows: "907.23 Resetting Fire Alarm Systems. Upon activation of a fire alarm system, the system shall not reset (restored to secured or clear condition) by any person until Fire Department personnel are on the scene and direct the system to be reset. " 77. Section 907 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 907.24 to read as follows: "907.24 Silencing Fire Alarm System. Upon activation of a fire alarm system, the system shall not be silenced (alarm devices shut off) by any person until Fire Department personnel are on the scene and direct the system to be silenced. " 78. Section 913.4 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add J a second paragraph to read as follows: 3.32 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 19849-01 ' "The Fre-pump system shall also be supervised for "loss of power," "phase reversal" and "pump running" conditions by supervisory signal on distinct circuits." 79. Section 1003.2.12.2, exception 3 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "3. In occupancies in Group 1-3, F. H or in non-public portions of S. balusters, horizontal intermediate rails or other ... " 80. Section 1004.3.2.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add exception 5 to read as follows: "In Group B office buildings, corridor walls and ceilings need not be of fire resistive construction within office spaces of a single tenant when the space is equipped with an approved automatic smoke detection system within the corridor. The actuation of any detector shall activate alarms audible in all areas served by the corridor. The smoke -detection system shall be connected to the building's fire alarm system where such a system is provided." 81. Section 1005.2.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: ' "1005.2.1 Minimum Number of Exits. Every floor area shall be provided with the minimum number of approved independent exits as required by Table 1005.2.1 based on the occupant load, except as modified in Section 1005.2.2. For the purpose of this chapter, occupied roofs shall ... " 82. Section 1005.3.2.5 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "1005.3.2.5 Smoke -Proof Enclosures. In buildings required to comply with the high-rise provisions of the International Building Code or the provisions for underground buildings in the International Building Code, each of the exists of a building that serves stories where the floor surface is located more than 55 feet (16746 mm) above the lowest level of fire ... " 83. Section 1504.6 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "1504.6 Fire Protection. New and Existing spray booths and spray rooms shall be protected by an approved automatic fire extinguishing system ... " 84. Section 2302 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to the definition of "High -Piled Combustible Storage" to ' read as follows: "Any building exceeding 6,000 square feet that has a clear height in excess of 12 feet, making it possible to be used for storage in excess of 12 feet, 3.33 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 shall be considered to be high -piled storage and shall comply with the provisions of this section. When a speck product cannot be identified, a fire protection system shall be installed as for Class IV commodities, to the maximum pile height." 85. Section 2416.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "2416.1 Crowd Managers/Standby Personnel. When, in the opinion of the code official, it is essential for public safety in a place of assembly or any other place where people congregate, because of the number of persons, or the nature of the performance, exhibition, display, contest or activity, the owner, agent or lessee shall employ standby personnel to remain on duty during times such places are open to the public, or when such activity is being conducted. Before each performance or the start of such activity, standby personnel shall keep diligent watch for fires during the time such place is open to the public or such activity is being conducted and take prompt measures as directed by the Fire Chief. Such duties may include, but not limited to, extinguishment of fires that occur and assist in the evacuation of the public from the structure. There shall be trained crowd managers or crowd manager supervisors at a ratio of one crowd manager/supervisor for every 250 occupants, as approved." 86. Section 2706 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a new Section 2706.1 to read as follows: "2706.1 Hazardous Materials Route. Through vehicles carrying materials determined to be HAZARDOUS by the United States Department of Transportation are prohibited from transporting such materials over and upon the public streets and thoroughfares of the City of Allen except upon a designated HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ROUTE. The HAZARDOUS MATERIAL ROUTE for the City of Allen will consist of the following roads and highways: 1. U.S. Highway 75 (North city limits to South city limits). 2. State Highway 121 (West city limits to East city limits)." 87. Section 2707 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Sections 2707.1 and 2707.2 to read as follows: "2707.1 Reporting. In the event that a radioactive source becomes lost or stolen, the person in charge shall immediately notify the Fire Department. This report shall contain a complete description of the material, such as its chemical name, its physical nature, it's overall size and the amount and 3.34 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' strength of the material. If the source is lost, the approximate area in which it is believed to have been lost shall be included in the report. 2707.2 Local Storage Requirements. Storage of one to 100 curies of radioactive materials shall be protected from all combustible materials by a one-hour fire separation. Storage in excess of 100 curies of radioactive materials shall be protected from all combustible materials by a two-hour fire separation. Radioactive materials out of storage shall be constantly attended by a responsible authorized person. The storage vault, room and/or safe must be sufficiently shielded to reduce the radiation level below two milliroentgens per hour at three feet from the surface of the external walls. Appropriate markings shall be provided on the outside of all storage and transportation enclosures used for radioactive materials in conformity with federal, state and local requirements. Each such enclosure shall be equipped with approved fire extinguishing equipment." 88. Section 3301.1.3 of the Intemational Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "3301.1.3 Fireworks. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling and use of fireworks are prohibited. Exceptions: 1. Only when approved for firework displays, storage and handling of fireworks as provided in Section 3304 and 3308. 2. (delete) 3. The use of fireworks for approved display as permitted in Section 3308. 4. (delete). Except as provided hereinafter, it shall be unlawful for any person to manufacture, assemble, store, transport, receive, possess, keep, expose for sale, sell at retail, offer or have in his/her possession with intent to sell, use, discharge, cause to be discharged, ignite, detonate, fire, or otherwise set in action any fireworks of any description; provided, however, that nothing in this Section shall be construed as to apply to signal flares and torpedoes of the type and kind commonly used by any railroad or other transportation agency for signaling or purposes of illumination, nor shall anything in this Section apply to flares or rockets as used by military or public service agencies, or for signal or ceremonial purposes in athletics or sports. 89. Section 3301.1.3 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Sections 3301.1.3.1, 3301.1.3.2 and 3301.1.3.3 to read as follows: "Section 3301.1.3.1 Fireworks Declared To Be A Public Nuisance. ' The presence or use of any fireworks within the jurisdiction of the City of Allen in violation of this ordinance is hereby declared to be a misdemeanor as well as a common and public nuisance. The Fire Chief is authorized and 3.35 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 directed to seize and cause to be safely destroyed any fireworks found within the jurisdiction or extraterritorial jurisdiction of the City of Allen in violation of this Ordinance. Any member of the Allen Fire Department or any police officer of the City of Allen is empowered to stop the transportation of and detain any fireworks found being transported illegally or to close any building where any fireworks are found stored illegally until the fireworks can be safely destroyed. Section 3301.1.3.2 Territorial Applicability. The restrictions of this Article shall be applicable and in force throughout the territory of the City of Allen, Texas, and extending for a distance outside the city limits for a total of 5000 feet outside the city limits; provided that this Article will not be in effect within any portion of such 5000 feet area which is contained within the territory of any other municipal corporation. Section 3301.1.3.3 Fireworks Displays. The Fire Chief is authorized to adopt reasonable rules and regulations for the granting of permits for supervised public displays of fireworks by a jurisdiction, fair association, amusement park, other organizations, or for the use of fireworks by artisans in pursuit of their trade. Every such display shall be handled by a competent operator approved by the Fire Chief and shall be of such character and so located, discharged, or fired so as to not be hazardous to life and property. Applications for such permits shall be made in writing at least 10 days in advance of the display to the Fire Chief and shall be accompanied by a financial bond in an amount sufficient to protect the permittee from damages to person or property arising from the public display. Any fireworks that remain unfired after the display is concluded shall be immediately disposed of in a way safe for the particular type of fireworks remaining." 90. Section 3304.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 3304.1.1 to read as follows: "3304.1.1. Prohibited Storage of Explosives. Storage of explosive material and blasting agents are prohibited within the corporate limits of the City of Allen, Texas." 91. Section 3402 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add definitions to read as follows: "FUEL LIMIT SWITCH. A mechanism located on a tank vehicle, which limits the quantity of product dispensed at one time. MOBILE FUELING. The operation of dispensing liquid fuels from tank vehicles into the fuel tank of motor vehicles. Mobile Fueling may also be known as Mobile Fleet Fueling; Wet Fueling; and Wet Hosing. REMOTE EMERGENCY SHUT-OFF DEVICE. The combination of an operator carried signaling device and a mechanism on the tank vehicle. 3.36 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-"l Activation of the remote emergency shut-off device sends a signal to the tanker mounted mechanism and causes fuel flow to cease." 92. Section 3403.6 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: "An approved method of secondary containment shall be provided for underground tank and piping systems." 93. Section 3404.2.11.3.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: "Pea gravel shall be the only approved backfill material." 94. Section 3404.2.11.5 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: "An approved method of secondary containment shall be provided for underground tank and piping systems." 95. Section 3404.2.11.5.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: "34042.11.5.2 Leak Detection. Underground storage tank systems ... and 3404.2.11.5.3." 96. Section 3404.2.11.5 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 3404.2.11.5.3 to read as follows: "3404.2.11.5.3 Dry Sumps. Approved sampling lubes of a minimum 6 inches in diameter shall be installed in the backfill material of each underground flammable or combustible liquid storage tank. The tubes shall extend from a point 12 inches below the average grade of the excavation to ground level and shall be provided with suitable surface caps. Each tank site shall provide a sampling sump at the corners of the excavation with a minimum of 4 sumps. Sampling tubes shall be placed in the product line excavation within 10 feet of the tank excavation and one every 50 feet routed along product lines toward the dispensers, a minimum of two required." 97. Section 3406 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 3406.5.4.5 to read as follows: "3406.5.4.5 Commercial, Industrial, Governmental or Manufacturing. Dispensing of Class II and III motor vehicle fuel from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles located at commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing establishments is allowed where permitted, provided such . dispensing operations are conducted in accordance with Sections 3406.5.4.5.1 through 3406.5.4.5.3. 3406.5.4.5.1 Site Requirements. 3.37 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 1. Dispensing may occur at sites that have been permitted to conduct mobile fueling. 2. A detailed site plan shall be submitted with each application for a permit. The site plan must indicate; a. all buildings, structures and appurtenances on site and their use or function; b. all uses adjacent to the property lines of the site; c. the location of all storm drain openings, adjacent waterways or wetlands; d, information regarding slope, natural drainage, curbing, impounding and how a spill will be contained upon the site property; and, e. the scale of the site plan. 3. The Code Official is authorize to impose limits upon: the times and/or days during which mobile fueling operations are allowed to take place, and specific locations on a site where fueling is permitted. 4. Mobile fueling operators shall be conducted in areas not generally accessible to the public. 5. Mobile fueling shall not take place within 15 feet (4.572 m) of buildings, property lines, or combustible storage. 3406.5.4.5.2 Refueling Operator Requirements. 1. The owner of a mobile fueling operation shall provide to the jurisdiction a written response plan which demonstrates readiness to respond t a fuel spill, carry out appropriate mitigation measures, and to indicate its process to properly dispose of contaminated material when circumstances require. 2. The tank vehicle shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 385 and Local, State and Federal requirements. The tank vehicle's specific functions shall include that of supplying fuel to motor vehicle fuel tanks. The vehicle and all its equipment shall be maintained in good repair. 3. Signs prohibiting smoking or open flames with in 25 feet (7.62 m) of the tank or the point of fueling shall be prominently posted on 3 sides of the vehicle including the back and both sides. 4. A fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 4013C shall be provided on the vehicle with signage clearly indicating its location. 5. The dispensing nozzles and hoses shall be of approved and listed type. 6. The dispensing hose shall not be extended from the reel more than 100 feet (30.48 m) in length. 3.38 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 ' 7. Absorbent materials, non -water absorbent pads, a 10 -foot 13.148 m) long containment boom, an approved container with lid, and a non-metallic shovel shall be provided to mitigate a minimum 5 -gallon fuel spill. 8. Tanker vehicles shall be equipped with a fuel limit switch such as a count -back switch, limiting the amount of a single fueling to a maximum of 500 gallons (1893 L) between resetting of the limit switch. Exception: Tankers utilizing remote emergency shut-off device capability where the operator constantly carries the shutoff device which, when activated, immediately causes Sow of fuel from the tanker to cease. 9. Persons responsible for dispensing operations shall be trained in the appropriate mitigating actions in the event of a fire, leak or spill. Training records shall be maintained by the dispensing company and shall be made available to the Code Official upon request. 10. Operators of tank vehicles used for mobile fueling operations shall have in their possession at all times an emergency communications device to notify the proper authorities in the event of an emergency. 3406.5.4.5.3 Operational Requirements. 1. The tank vehicle dispensing equipment shall be constantly attended and 2. Prior to beginning dispensing operations, precautions shall be taken to assure ignition sources are not present. 3. The engine of vehicles being fueled shall be shut off during dispensing operations. 4. Nighttime fueling operations shall only take place in adequately lighted areas. 5. The tank vehicle shall be positioned with respect to vehicles being fueled so as to preclude traffic from driving over the delivery hose and between the tank vehicle and the motor vehicle being fueled. 6. During fueling operations, tank vehicle brakes shall be set, chock blocks shall be in place and warning lights shall be in operation. 7. Motor vehicle fuel tanks shall not be topped off. 8. The dispensing hose shall be property placed on an approved reel or in an approved compartment prior to moving the tank vehicle. I9. The Code Official and other appropriate authorities shall be notified when a reportable spill or unauthorized discharge occurs." 3.39 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 98. Section 3803 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 3803.2.1.8 to read as follows: "3803.2.1.8 Jewelry Repair, Dental Labs and Similar Occupancies. Where natural gas service is not available, portable LP -Gas containers are allowed to be used to supply approved torch assemblies or similar appliances. Such containers shall not exceed 20 -pound (9.0 -kg) water capacity. Aggregate capacity shall not exceed 60 -pound (27.2 -kg) water capacity. Each device shall be separated from other containers by a distance of not less than 20 feet.' 99. Section 3804.2 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add exception 2 to read as follows: "Exception: Except as permitted in Section 3804.2, LP -Gas containers are not allowed in residential areas unless approved by the Fire Chief." 100. Chapter 3800 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 3812 to read as follows: "3812 Prohibited Storage of LP -Gas LN -Gas. The storage of liquefied petroleum and liquefied natural gas in outside above ground storage tanks is prohibited within each zoning district of the City of Allen with the exception of those zoned for industrial use. The storage of liquefied peHeknm-andfiquefied natural gas shall be .. _ and underground locations in all residential zoned districts in the City of Allen. Exception: When approved by the Fire Chief, installation locations in other districts may be permitted following review of the proposed installation location, construction features, adjacent occupancy uses and the fire protection features being installed to provide protection for the storage area." Sec. 5-19. Fire prevention division. (a) There is hereby established a Fire Prevention Division within the Fire Department, under the direction of the Fire Chief. The function of the Fire Prevention Division shall be to assist the Fire Chief in the administration and enforcement of the provisions of the Allen Fire Code. All references in the Allen Fire Code to code official shall hereinafter refer to the Fire Chief. The Fire Chief shall appoint an authorized representative who shall be known as the Fire Marshal. The Fire Marshal shall be appointed and discharged by the Fire Chief with the approval of the City Manager. Selection of the Fire Marshal shall be on the basis of proper qualification. The Fire Chief may assign such members of the Fire Department as inspectors as shall, from time to time, be necessary, who shall be authorized to enforce the provisions of the Allen Fire Code. 3.40 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' Sec. 5-20. Inspection of all buildings, premises or portions thereof. The Fire Chief or designee shall inspect all buildings, premises operations thereof as often as may be necessary, in accordance with Section 106 of the Allen Fire Code. An initial inspection and one (1) re -inspection shall be made without charge. If the Fire Chief or designee is required to make follow-up inspections after the initial inspection and re -inspection to determine whether a violation(s) observed during previous inspections have been corrected, an inspection fee shall be charged. The occupant, lessee or person making use of the building or premises shall pay the inspection fee within thirty (30) days of receipt of an invoice for the same as a condition to continue lawful occupancy of the building or premises. Fees for follow-up inspections after initial and re -inspection shall be as follows: First follow-up inspection .........................$50.00 Each subsequent follow-up inspection.. $100.00 Sec. 5-21. Arson reward. The City of Allen hereby offers a reward of up to One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) for the information given to any Peace Officer which leads to the an est and I rviction -of any person OF persons found gu", -1 g the crime of ARSON within the corporate limits of the City. This reward is a standing offer and shall be paid out of the general fund of the City of Allen." 3.41 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 Section 3.04. Amendments to the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition. j The following sections of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition, are ••�i hereby amended to read as follows: 1. Section R102.4 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: R102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes, when specifically adopted, and standards referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. 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 made to NFPA 70 or the ICC Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of this code shall apply. Exception: Where enforcement ... (remainder of exception unchanged) 2. Section R105.2, item #1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is I amended to as follows: 1. One-story detached accessory structures, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet. 3. Section R109.1.3 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: R109.1.3; Floodplain inspections. For construction permitted in areas prone to flooding as established by Table R301.2(1), upon ... (bulk of section unchanged) . . . construction, the building official may require submission ... (remainder of section unchanged). 4. Section R110 (R110.1 through R110.4) of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 5. Section R112.2.2 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 6. Section R202; of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to change definition of "Townhouse" to read as follows: TOWNHOUSE. A single-family dwelling unit constructed in a group of attached units separated by property lines in which each unit extends from foundation to roof and with open space on at least two sides. 3.42 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 Table R301.2(1) of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to insert the following values: Table Heading Roof snow load Wind (mph) Seismic Design Category Weathering Frost line depth Termite Decay Winter design temp. Flood Hazards Value 5 Ib/ft2 90 (3-sec-gust)/75 fastest mile A Moderate 6" Very heavy Slight to moderate 22 degrees F Local code 8. Section R302.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second exception as follows: Exceptions: 1. Tool and storage sheds. Playhouses and similar structures exempted from permits by Section R105.2 are not required to provide wall protection based on location on the lot. Projections beyond the exterior wall shall not extend over the lot line. 9. Section R303.3, exception of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: Exception: The glazed areas shall not be required where artificial light and a mechanical ventilation system, complying with one of the following, are provided. 1. The minimum ventilation rates shall be 50 cfm for intermittent ventilation or 20 cfm for continuous ventilation. Ventilation air from the space shall be exhausted directly to the outside. 2. Bathrooms that contain only a water closet, lavatory or combination thereof may be ventilated with and approved mechanical recirculating fan or similar device designed to remove odors from the air. 10. Section R303.6 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: R303.6 Required heating. Every dwelling unit shall be provided with heating facilities capable of maintaining a minimum room temperature of 68 degrees F at a point 3 feet above the Floor and 2 feel from exterior walls in all habitable rooms at the design temperature. 11. Section R314.8 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: R314.8 Under sta shall have walls, Ir protection. under stair s Enclosed accessible space under stairs urface and any soffits protected on the 3.43 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 enclosed side with 5/8 -inch fire -rated gypsum board or one-hour fire -resistive construction. j 12. Section R321.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is J amended to add a second exception to read as follows: Exceptions: 1. (existing exception unchanged) 2. Two-family dwelling units that are also divided by a property line through the structure shall be separated as required for townhouses. 13. Section R322.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: R322.1 Moisture control. In all framed walls, floors and roof/ceilings comprising elements of the building thermal envelope, a vapor retarder, when installed, shall be installed in a manner so as to not trap moisture. (delete exceptions) 14. Section R327.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: R327.1 General. All buildings and structures, when permitted to be erected in areas prone to flooding ... (bulk of section unchanged) . . areas (including V -zones), shall be constructed and elevated as required by the provisions contained in this section or by other local provisions as applicable. 15. Section R703.7.4.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: For 3 Y. square feet of wall area, the following dimensions shall be adhered to: 1. When ties are placed on studs 16" o.c., they shall be spaced no further apart than 29" vertically starting approximately 15' from the foundation. 2. When ties are placed on studs 24" o.c., they shall be spaced no further apart than 19" vertically starting approximately 10" from the foundation. 16. Section R703.7.4.2 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: When using ties that will flex when pushed, spot bedding of cement mortar shall be installed on all ties. 17. The International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section R902.3 to read as follows: Minimum Roof Class. All roof coverings shall be a minimum of Class C. All ri individual replacement shingles or shakes shall be a minimum of Class C. 3.44 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' Exception: Non -classified roof coverings shall be permitted on buildings of U occupancies having not more than 120 sq. ft. of projected roof area. When exceeding 120 sq. ft. of projected roof area, buildings of U occupancies may use non -rated non-combustible coverings. 18. Section R907.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: All individual replacement shingles or shakes shall comply with Section R902.3. 19. Section R1005.2 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: R1005.2 Exterior air intake. The exterior air intake shall be capable of providing all combustion air from the exterior of the dwelling or the spaces within the dwelling ventilated with outside air such as attic spaces. The ... (remainder of section unchanged). 20. Section N1101.2 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended as follows: N1101.2.1 Residential Buildings, Type A-1. Compliance shall be ' demonstrated by one of the following: 1. Meeting the requirements of this chapter for buildings with a glazing area that does not exceed 15 percent of the gross area of exterior walls; 2. Meeting the requirements of this chapter for buildings with a glazing area that is greater than 15 percent but not exceeding 20 percent of the gross area of exterior walls and air conditioning equipment rated 12 SEER or higher; 3. Meeting the requirements of this chapter for buildings with a glazing area that is greater than 20 percent but not exceeding 25 percent of the gross area of exterior walls and air conditioning equipment rated 14 SEER or higher: or 4. Meeting the requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code for residential buildings, Type A-1. 21. The International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section N1101.3.4 to read as follows: 141101.3.4 Exterior basement or slab insulation. When susceptibility to termite damage is classified as "very heavy" according to Table R301.2(1), designs employing basement or slab exterior insulation capable of harboring termites shall not be utilized. ' Section N1102.1 Thermal performance criteria. The minimum required insulation R -value or maximum required U -factor for each element in the building thermal envelope (fenestration, roof/ceiling, opaque wall, Floor, slab 3.45 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 edge, crawl space wall and basement wall) shall be in accordance with the criteria in Table N1102.1. Residential Building, Type A-1, with greater than 25 percent glazing area; residential buildings, Type A-2, with greater than 25 percent glazing area; and any building in climates with HDD equal to or greater than 13,000; shall determine compliance using the building envelope requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code. 22. Table N1102.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: TABLE N1102.1 SIMPLIFIED PRESCRIPTIVE BUILDING ENVELOPE THERMAL COMPONENT CRITERIA MINIMUMM REQUIRED THERMAL PERFORMANCE (U -FACTOR AND R - VALUE MAXIMUM MINIMUM INSULATION R -VALUE GLAZING Ceilings Ceiling U -FACTOR Open to Joist/roof Walls Floors Basemen Slab Crawl Attic Rafter t perimeter Space Space assembly Walls walls 0.65 R-38 R-22 I R-13 R-19 R-0 R-0 R-0 23. Section N1102.2 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: N1102.2 Maximum solar heat gain coefficient for fenestration products. The area -weighted- average solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) for glazed fenestration installed in climate zones with less than 3,500 HDD shall not exceed 0.40. 24. The International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section M1304.2 to read as follows: M1304.2 Minimum burial depth. Underground fuel piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth of 18 inches below grade. 25. Section M1305.1.3 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: M1305 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided ... (bulk of paragraph unchanged) . . sides of the appliance where access is required. The dear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches, or larger where such dimensions are not large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. As a minimum, access to the attic shall be provided by one of the following: 1. A permanent stair 2. A pull down stair 3. An access door from an upper floor level 3.46 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-"l ' Exception: The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is capable of being serviced and removed through the required opening. 26. Section M1305.1.3.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: Low voltage wiring of 50 volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage. 27. Section M1305.1.3.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: M1305.1.4.1; Ground clearance. Appliances supported from the ground shall be level and firmly supported on a concrete slab or other approved material extending above the adjoining grade a minimum of 3 inches. Appliances suspended from the floor shall have a clearance of not less than 6 inches above the ground. 28. Section M1305.1.4.3 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: Low voltage wiring of 50 volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage. 29. The International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section M1305.1.5, M1305.1.5.1 to read as follows: M1305.1.5 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the mezzanine or platform in which a water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet above the ground or floor level, it shall be made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building. M1305.1.5.1 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 M1305.1.3.1. 30. Section M1307.3.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 31. Section M1501.2 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: M1501.1 Exhaust duct size. The minimum diameter of the exhaust duct shall be as recommended by the manufacturer and shall be at least the diameter of the appliance outlet and shall be a minimum nominal size of 4 inches in diameter. The size of the duct shall not be reduced along its developed length nor at the point of termination. 3.47 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 32. Section M1501.3 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: M1501.3 Length limitation. The maximum length of a clothes dryer exhaust dud shall not exceed 25 feet from the dryer location to the wall or roof termination with not more than two bends. When extra bends are installed, the maximum length of the dud shall be reduced 2.5 feet for each 45 -degree bend and 5 feet for each 90 -degree bend that occur after the first two bends, measuring in the direction of airflow. The maximum length of the exhaust dud does not include the transition dud. (exception is unchanged} 33. Section M1601.3.4, item #1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 1. Duct insulation shall conform to the requirements of Table 1601.3.4 and Section N1101.2. Should there be any conflicts between this section and the energy efficiency provisions, the energy efficiency provisions shall take precedence. A vapor retarder in accordance with Table M1601.3.4 or aluminum foil having a minimum thickness of 2 mils shall be installed on the exterior of insulation on cooling supply ducts that pass through nonconditioned spaces conducive to condensation. Insulations having a permeance of 0.05 perms or less shall not be required to be covered. 34. The International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Table M1601.3.4 to read as follows: T..IJn MIC01 3 4 —1 ... I -fl— n1 nuMc 3AB j Insulation Insulation Duct Location Types Heating Zone' Types Mechanicall Heating y Only Cooled I A and W On roof on exterior of building C, V' and W II B and W III C and W I A Attics, garages and crawl A and V' 11 A spaces III A I A In walls', within floor -ceiling A and V' II A spaces' III B Within the conditioned space None None or in Required Required Basements; return ducts in air plenums Cement slab or within ground None None Re uired Required 3AB j EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' Note: Where duds are used for both heating and cooling, the minimum insulation shall be as required for the most restrictive condition. 'Heating Degree Days: Zone I below 4,500 D.D. Zone II 4,501 to 8,000 D.D. Zone III over 8,000 D.D. -Vapor retarders shall be installed on supply ducts in spaces vented to the outside in geographic areas where the summer dew point temperature based on the 2'h percent column of dry-bulb mean coincident wet -bulb temperature 3.49 exceeds 60 degrees F. 3Insulation may be omitted on that portion of a duct which is located within a wall or a floor -ceiling space where: • Both sides of the space are exposed to conditioned air • The space is not ventilated • The space is not used as a return plenum • The space is not exposed to unconditioned air Ceilings which form plenums need not be insulated INSULATION TYPES': A — A material with an installed conductance of 0.48 or the equivalent ' thermal resistance of 2.1. Example of materials capable of meeting the above requirements: 1 -inch mineral fiber, rock, slag or glass blankets '/,inch mineral fiber blanket duct liner %,inch mineral fiber board B — A material with an installed conductance of .24 or the equivalent thermal resistance of 4.2 Example of materials capable of meeting the above requirements: 2 -inch mineral fiber blankets 1 -inch mineral fiber blanket duct liner 1 -inch mineral fiberboard C — A material with an installed conductance of 0.16 or the equivalent thermal resistance of 6.3 Example of materials capable of meeting the above requirements 3 -inch mineral fiber blankets 1 1 %,inch mineral fiber blanket duct liner 1 1 %,inch mineral fiberboard V — Vapor Retarders: Material with a perm rating not exceeding 0.05 perm. All joints to be sealed ' W — Approved weatherproof barrier 3.49 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 'The example of materials listed under each type is not meant to limit other available thickness and density combinations with the equivalent installed conductance or resistance based on the insulation only. 35. Section M2005.2 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: M2005.2 Prohibited locations. Fuel -fired water heaters shall not be installed in a room used as a storage closet. Water heaters located in a bedroom or bathroom shall be installed in a sealed enclosure so that combustion air will not be taken from the lining space. Access to such enclosure may be from a bedroom or bathroom when through a solid door, weather-stripped in accordance with the exterior door air leakage requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code and equipped with an approved self-closing device. Direct -vent water heaters are not required to be installed within an enclosure. 36. Section G2403 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to amend definition of "Unvented Room Heater" to add a sentence to read as follows: For the purpose of installation, this definition shall also include "Unvented Decorative Appliances." 37. Section G2407.15, item #1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended the exception to read as follows: J Exception: Unobstructed stud and joist spaces within dwelling units shall not be prohibited from conveying combustion air, provided that not more than one required fireblock is removed. 38. Section G2408.3 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 39. Section G2411.5 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: Both ends of each section of medium pressure corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall identify its operating gas pressure with an approved tag. "WARNING Y. to 5 psi gas pressure -DO NOT REMOVE" 40. Section G2412.3 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add exception to read as follows: Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing shall be a minimum of %. 3.50 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 41. Section 2414.6 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: G2414.6 (404.6) Piping in solid floors. Piping in solid floors shall be laid in channels in the floor and covered in a manner that will allow access to the piping with the minimum amount of damage to the building. Where such piping is subject to exposure to excessive moisture or corrosive substances, the piping shall be protected in an approved manner. As an alternative to installation in channels, the piping shall be installed in accordance with Section G2414.11 (404.11). 42. Section G2414.9 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is 3.51 amended to read as follows: G2414.9 (404.9) Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth of 18 inches below grade. 43 Section G2414.9.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 44. Section G2416.4.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: G2414.4.1 (406.4.1) Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall not be less than 10 psig, or at the discretion of the Code Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure, the lest pressure shall not be less than sixty (60) pounds per square inch. 45. Section G2416.4.2 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: G2416.4.2 (406.4.2) Test duration. Test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Code Official, but in no case for less than fifteen (15) minutes. For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure, the test duration shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the Code Official, but in no case for less than thirty (30) minutes. 46. The International Residential Code, 2000 Edition Is amended to add Section G2419.1.4 to read as follows: G2419.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shutoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel (CSST) piping systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12 - ' inches from the center of the valve. Supports shall be installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the system's piping, 3.51 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 fittings, and valves between anchors. All valves and supports shall be designed and installed so they will not be disengaged by movement of the { supporting piping. J 47. Section G2420.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph and exception to read as follows: Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to appliances as specified in Section M1305. Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of being serviced and removed through the required attic opening. 48. Section G2437.5 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: The size of duct shall not be reduced along its developed length nor at the point of termination. 49. Section G2437.5.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: G2437.5.1 (613.6.1) Maximum length. The maximum length of a clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed 25 feet from the dryer location to the i outlet terminal with not more than two bends. When extra bends are installed, the maximum length of the duct shall be reduced 2 % feet for each 45 -degree bend and 5 feet for each 90 -degree bend that occur after the first two bends, measuring in the direction of airflow. (Exception is unchanged) 50. Section G2443.2 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: G2443.2 (620.2) Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be used as the sole source of comfort heating in a dwelling unit. Exception: Existing approved unvented heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Code Official unless an unsafe condition is determined to exist as described in International Fuel Gas Code Section 108.7 51. Section G2446.1.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: G2446.1.1 (623.1.1) Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters relative to access, sizing, relief valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in accordance with this code. r1 3.52 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 52. Section P2503.5.1, item 1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: Shower receptors shall be tested for water tightness by filling with water to the level of the rough threshold. The drain shall be plugged in a manner so that both sides of pans shall be subjected to the test at the point where it is clamped to the drain. 53. Section P2503.7.2 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: P2503.7.2 Testing. Reduced pressure principle . (bulk of section unchanged) . .. at the time of installation, immediately after repairs or relocation and at regular intervals as required by applicable state or local provisions. 54. International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section P2603.6.1 to read as follows: P2603.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches below grade. 55. Section P2708.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: P2708.1 General. Shower compartments shall . . . (bulk of section unchanged) ... shall be constructed as per Section R307.2. Such walls shall ... (remainder of section and exception unchanged). 56. Section P2708.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: Thresholds shall be of sufficient width to accommodate a minimum twenty- two (22) inch door. 57. Section P2709.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add an exception to read as follows: Exception: Shower walls shall be finished in accordance with Section R307.2 58. Section P2803.6.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: P2803.6.1 Requirements for discharge. The outlet of a pressure relief valve, temperature relief valve or combination thereof, shall not be directly connected to the drainage system. The discharge from the relief valve shall be piped full size separately to the outside of the building or to an indirect waste receptor with a physical air gap. 3.53 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 In areas subject to freezing, the relief valve shall discharge through an air gap into an indirect waste receptor located within a heated space, or by other approved means. The discharge pipe shall not discharge into the pan required in Section P2801.5. The discharge shall be installed in a manner that does not cause personal injury or property damage and that is readily observable by the building occupants. The discharge from a relief valve shall not be trapped. The diameter of the discharge into the pan shall not be less than the diameter of the relief valve outlet. The discharge pipe shall be installed so as to drain by gravity flow and shall terminate atmospherically. When discharging outside the building, the point of discharge shall be with the end of the pipe not more than two (2) feet nor less than six (6) inches above the ground or floor level of the area receiving the discharge and pointing downward. The end of the discharge pipe shall not be threaded. 59. Table P2904.4.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to delete "Polybutylene (PB) plastic pipe and tubing." 60. Sections P2904.5, 2904.5.1 and 2904.12 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to delete reference to "PB" plastic pipe. 61. Section P3005.2.6 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: P3005.2.6 Upper terminal. Each horizontal drain shall be provided with a cleanout at its upper terminal. Exception: Cleanouts may be omitted on a horizontal drain less than five (5) feet in length unless such line is serving sinks or urinals. 62. Section P3103.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: P3103.1 Roof extension. All open vent pipes which extend through a roof shall be terminated at least six (6) inches above the roof, except that ... fremainder of section unchanged}. 63. Section P3105.2 and P3105.3 and Figure P3105.3 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 64. Section P3111.1 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: P3111.1 Type of fixture. A combination waste and vent system shall not serve fixtures other than floor drains, standpipes, and indirect waste receptors. Combination waste and vent systems shall not receive the discharge of a food waste grinder. 3.54 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 65. Section P3111.2 of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is ' amended to read as follows: P3111.2 Installation. The only vertical pipe of a combination waste and vent system shall be the connection between the fixture drain of a standpipe, and the horizontal combination waste and vent pipe. The maximum vertical distance shall be 36 inches. 66. Chapter 33. Electrical of the International Residential Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 3.55 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 Section 3.05. Amendments to the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition 1. Section 102.8 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended 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 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. 2. Section 302.3 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 302.3 Cutting, notching and boring in wood framing. When permitted by the International Building Code, the cutting, notching and boring of wood framing members shall comply with Sections 302.3.1 through 302.3.3 3. Section 304.5 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is delete. 4. Section 304.8 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 304.8 Clearances from grade. Equipment and appliances installed at grade level shall be supported on a level concrete slab or other approved material extending above adjoining grade a minimum of three (3) inches or shall be suspended a minimum of six (6) inches above adjoining grade. 5. The International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 304.11 to read as follows: 304.11 Minimum burial depth. Underground fuel piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth of 18 inches below grade. 6. Section 306.3 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended 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, or larger where such dimensions are not large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance. As a minimum, access to the attic space of residential uses shall be provided by one of the following: 1. A permanent stair 3.56 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 2. A pull down stair 3. An access door from an upper Floor level Exception: The passageway and level service are not required where the appliance is capable of being serviced and removed through the required opening. 7. Section 306.3.1 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: Low voltage wiring of 50 volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage. 8. Section 306.5 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended 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 a height exceeding 16 feet, such access shall be provided by a permanent approved means of access. Permanent exterior ladders providing roof access need not extend closer than 8 feet to the finished grade or floor level below and shall extend to the equipment and appliance's level service space. Such access shall ... (bulk of section unchanged) ... on roofs having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33 -percent ' slope). A receptacle outlet shall be provided at or near the equipment and appliance location in accordance with the Electrical Code. Low voltage wiring of 50 volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage. 9. Section 306.6 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended add a second paragraph to read as follows: A receptacle outlet shall be provided at or near the appliance location in accordance with the Electrical Code. Low voltage wiring of 50 volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage. 10. The International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 306.6.1 to read as follows: 306.6.1 Catwalk. On roofs having slopes greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal, 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 the working platform at the appliance. 11. The International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 306.7 to read as follows: ' 306.7 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the mezzanine or platform in which a water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet above 3.57 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 the ground or floor level, it shall be made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building. 306.7.1 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 12. Section 307.2.1 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to modify second sentence to read as follows: 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. Condensate shall not discharge in a publicly exposed area such as into a street, alley, sidewalk or other areas so as to cause a nuisance. 13. Section 307.2.2 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: Condensate waste pipes from air-cooling coils may be sized in accordance with equipment capacity as follows: Equipment Capacity In Minimum Condensate tons of refrigeration pipe Inside Diameter Up to 20 tons '% inch Over 20 to 40 tons 1 inch Over 40 to 90 tons 1 Y. inch Over 90 to 125 tons 1 'f. inch Over 125 to 250 tons 2 inch The size of condensate waste pipes may be for one unit or a combination of units, or as recommended by the manufacturer. The capacity of waste pipes assumes a 1/8 -inch -per -foot slope, with the pipe running three-quarters full. 14. Section 307.2.3 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add item #4 to read as follows: 4. Discharge as noted, shall be to a conspicuous point of disposal to alert occupants in the event of a stoppage of the drain. However, the conspicuous point shall not create a hazard such as dripping over a walking surface or other areas so as to create a nuisance. 15. Section 401.5 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second exception to read as follows: Exception: Toilet room exhaust ducts may terminate in a warehouse or shop area when ■ infiltration of outside air is present. J 3.58 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.941 16. Section 403.2 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add an exception to read as follows: Exception: Where the design professional demonstrates that an engineered ventilation system is designed in accordance with ASHRAE 62, the minimum required rate of outdoor air shall be permitted to be as specified in such engineered system design. 17. Section 403.2.1 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add an item #4 to read as follows: Toilet rooms within private dwelling that contain only a water -closet, lavatory or combination thereof may be ventilated with an approved mechanical recirculating fan or similar device designed to remove odors from the air. 18. Section 501.3 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second exception to read as follows: Exceptions: Toilet room exhaust ducts may terminate in a warehouse or shop area when infiltration of outside air is present. 19. Section 504.6 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended ' to add a sentence to read as follows: The size of duct shall not be reduced along its developed length nor at the point of termination. 20. Section 504.6.1 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 504.6.1 Maximum length. The maximum length of a clothes dryer duct shall not exceed 25 feet from the dryer location to the outlet terminal with not more than two bends. When extra bends are installed, the maximum length of the duct shall be reduced 2.5 feet for each 45 -degree bend and 5 feet for each 90 -degree bend that occur after the first two bends, measuring in the direction of airflow. {exception is unchanged) 21. Section 506.3.11 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 506.3.11 Duct enclosure. A grease duct serving a Type I hood that penetrates a ceiling, wall or floor shall be enclosed ... (bulk of exception unchanged) . through the use of weather -protected openings. The enclosure shall be separated from the duct by a minimum of 3 inches and a maximum of 12 inches and shall serve a single grease duct system. ' (Exceptions unchanged) 3.59 EXHIBIT'W' ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 22. Section 510.7 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended , add a second exception to read as follows: Exceptions: Ducts where the largest cross-sectional diameter of the duct is less than 10 inches. 23. Section 604.1 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: Tahle M1601.3.4 — Insulation of Ducts Note: Where ducts are used for both heating and cooling, the minimum insulation shall be as required for the most restrictive condition. 'Heating Degree Days: Zone I below 4,500 D.D. Zone 114,501 to 8,000 D.D. Zone III over 8,000 D.D. 'Vapor retarders shall be installed on supply ducts in spaces vented to the outside in geographic areas where the summer dew point temperature based on the 2%: percent column of dry-bulb mean coincident wet -bulb temperature exceeds 60 degrees F. 'Insulation may be omitted on that portion of a duct which is located within a wall or a floor -ceiling space where: . Both sides of the space are exposed to conditioned air . The space is not ventilated . The space is not used as a return plenum . The space is not exposed to unconditioned air 3.60 I Insulation Insulation Duct Location Types Heating Zone' Types Mechanical Heating Only ly Cooled I A and W On roof on exterior of building C, V' and W II B and W III Cand W I A Attics, garages and crawl A and V' II A spaces III A I A In walls', within floor -ceiling A and V' 11 A spaces' III B Within the conditioned space or None None in Required Required Basements; return ducts in air plenums Cement slab or within ground None None Required I Required Note: Where ducts are used for both heating and cooling, the minimum insulation shall be as required for the most restrictive condition. 'Heating Degree Days: Zone I below 4,500 D.D. Zone 114,501 to 8,000 D.D. Zone III over 8,000 D.D. 'Vapor retarders shall be installed on supply ducts in spaces vented to the outside in geographic areas where the summer dew point temperature based on the 2%: percent column of dry-bulb mean coincident wet -bulb temperature exceeds 60 degrees F. 'Insulation may be omitted on that portion of a duct which is located within a wall or a floor -ceiling space where: . Both sides of the space are exposed to conditioned air . The space is not ventilated . The space is not used as a return plenum . The space is not exposed to unconditioned air 3.60 I EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' Ceilings which form plenums need not be insulated INSULATION TYPES': A — A material with an installed conductance of 0.48 or the equivalent thermal resistance of 2.1. Example of materials capable of meeting the above requirements: 1 -inch mineral fiber, rock, slag or glass blankets :inch mineral fiber blanket duct liner %cinch mineral fiber board B — A material with an installed conductance of .24 or the equivalent thermal resistance of 4.2 Example of materials capable of meeting the above requirements: 2 -inch mineral fiber blankets 1 -inch mineral fiber blanket duct liner 1 -inch mineral fiberboard C — A material with an installed conductance of 0.16 or the equivalent thermal resistance of 6.3 Example of materials capable of meeting the above requirements 3 -inch mineral fiber blankets 1 1 %r -inch mineral fiber blanket duct liner 1 1 %cinch mineral fiberboard V — Vapor Retarders: Material with a perm rating not exceeding 0.05 pens. All joints to be sealed W — Approved weatherproof barrier 'The example of materials listed under each type is not meant to limit other available thickness and density combinations with the equivalent installed conductance or resistance based on the insulation only. 24. Section 604.11 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 604.11 Vapor retarders. Where ducts used for cooling are externally insulated, the insulation shall be covered with a vapor retarder in accordance with Table 604.1 or aluminum foil having a minimum thickness of 2 mils. Insulations having a penneance of 0.05 perms or less shall not be required to be covered. All joints and seams shall be sealed to maintain the continuity of the vapor retarder. 25. Section 607.2.2 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: ' 607.2.2 Hazardous exhaust ducts. Hazardous exhaust duct systems shall extend directly to the exterior of the building and shall not extend into or through ducts and plenums. Penetration of structural elements shall conform 3.61 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1964.9-01 to this section and the Intemational Building Code except that fire dampers are not required at penetration of fire -resistance -rated assemblies. 26. Section 607.5.1 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 607.5.1 Fire Walls. Ducts and transfer openings permitted in fire walls in accordance with Section 705.11 of the International Building Code shall be protected with approved fire dampers installed in accordance with their listing. Hazardous exhaust ducts shall not penetrate fire walls. 27. Section 607.6.1 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 607.6.1 Through penetrations: In occupancies other than Groups 1-2 and I- 3, penetrations by an air duct through a fire -resistive -rated floor/ceiling assembly that connects not more than two stories are permitted without shaft enclosures protection where a fire damper is installed at the floor line. 28. Chapter 14 of the International Mechanical Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 3.62 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9.01 Section 3.06. Amendments to the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition 1. Table of Contents, Chapter 7, Section 714 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended change to read as follows: Section 714 Engineered Drainage System ........................... ..60 2. Section 102.8 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those that are listed in Chapter 13 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where the requirements of reference standards or manufacturer's installation instructions do not conform to minimum provisions of this code, 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. 3.63 3. Section 305.6.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 305.6.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches below grade. 4. Section 305.9 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 305.9 Protection of components of plumbing system. Components of a plumbing system installed within 3 feet along alleyways, driveways, parking garages or other locations in a manner in which they would be exposed to damage shall be recessed into the wall or otherwise protected in an approved manner. 5. Section 310.4 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 6. Section 312.9.1 and 312.9.2 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 312.9.1 Inspections. Annual inspections shall be made of all backflow prevention assemblies and air gaps to determine whether they are operable. In the absence of local provisions, the owner is responsible to ensure that testing is performed. 312.9.2 Testing. Reduced pressure principle backflow preventer assemblies, double check -valve assemblies, double -detector check -valve assemblies and 3.63 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1964-9-01 pressure vacuum breaker assemblies shall be tested at the time of installation, immediately after repairs or relocation and at least annually. The testing procedure shall be performed in accordance with applicable local provisions. In the absence of local provisions, the owner is responsible to ensure that testing is done in accordance with one of the following standards: Qist of standards unchanged} 7. Section 314.2.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to modify second sentence to read as follows: 314.2.1 Condensate disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils and evaporators shall be conveyed from the drain pan outlet to an approved place of disposal. Condensate shall not discharge in a publicly exposed area such as into a street, alley, sidewalk or other areas so as to cause a nuisance. 8. Section 314.2.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: Condensate waste pipes from air-cooling coils may be sized in accordance with equipment capacity as follows: Equipment Capacity in Minimum Condensate tons of refrigeration Up to 20 tons pipe inside Diameter % inch Over 20 to 40 tons 1 Inch Over 40 to 90 tons 1% inch Over 90 to 125 tons 1% inch Over 125 to 250 tons 2 inch The size of condensate waste pipes may be for one unit or a combination of units, or as recommended by the manufacturer. The capacity of waste pipes assumes a 1/8 -inch -per -foot slope, with the pipe running three-quarters full. 9. Section 314.2.3 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add item #4 to read as follows: 4. Discharge as noted, shall be to a conspicuous point of disposal to alert occupants in the event of a stoppage of the drain. However, the conspicuous point shall not create a hazard such as dripping over a walking surface or other areas so as to create a nuisance. 10. Section 401.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: The provisions of the Chapter are meant to work in coordination with the provisions of the Building Code. Should any conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Code Official shall determine which provision applies. 3.64 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1994.9-01 11. Section 403.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 403.1 Minimum number of fixtures. Plumbing fixtures shall be provided for the type of occupancy and in the minimum number as follows: 1. Assembly Occupancies: At least one drinking fountain shall be provided at each floor level in an approved location. Exception: A drinking fountain need not be provided in a drinking or dining establishment. 2. Groups A, B, F, H, I, M and S Occupancies: Buildings or portions thereof where persons are employed shall be provided with at least one water closet for each sex except as provided for in Section 403.2. 3. Group E Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 403.1. 4. Group R Occupancies: Shall be provided with fixtures as shown in Table 403.1. It is recommended but not required, that the minimum number of fixtures provided also comply with the number shown in Table 403.1. Types of occupancies not shown in Table 403.1 shall be considered individually by the code official. The number of occupants shall be determined by the International Building Code. Occupancy classification shall be determined in accordance with the International Building Code. 112. The International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 403.1.2 to read as follows: 403.1.2 Finish material. Finish materials shall comply with Section 1209 of the International building Code. 13. Section 404.2 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 404.2 Unisex toilet and bathing rooms. In assembly and mercantile occupancies, an accessible unisex toilet room shall be provided where an aggregate of six or more male or female water closets are provided. In buildings of mixed occupancy, only those water closets ... (remainder of section unchanged) ... 14. Section 405.6 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 15. Section 409.2 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 409.2 Water connection. The water supply to a commercial dishwashing machine shall be protected against backflow by an air gap or backflow ' preventer in accordance with Section 608, 16. Section 410.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 3.65 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 410.1 Approval. Drinking fountains shall conform to ARI 1010. Exception: A drinking fountain need not be provided in a drinking 89 or dining establishment. 17. Section 412.4 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 412.4 Required location. Floor drains shall be installed in the following areas: 1. In public coin-operated laundries and in the central washing facilities of multiple family dwellings, the rooms containing the automatic clothes washers shall be provided with floor drains located to readily drain the entire floor area. 2. Commercial kitchens. In lieu of floor drains in commercial kitchens, the code official may accept floor sinks. 18. Section 413.4 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 413.4 Water supply required. All food waste grinders shall be provided with a supply of cold water. The water supply shall be protected against backflow by an air gap or with the installation of a backflow preventer in accordance with Section 606. J 19. Section 417.5 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 417.5 Shower floors or receptors. Floor surfaces shall be constructed of impervious, noncorrosive, nonabsorbent and waterproof materials. Thresholds shall be a minimum of 2 inches and a maximum of 9 inches, measured from top of the drain to top of threshold or dam. Thresholds shall be of sufficient width to accommodate a minimum twenty-two inch door. Exceptions: Showers designed to comply with ICC/ANSI At 17.1. 20. Section 417.5.2 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition Is amended to read as follows: 417.5.2 Shower lining. Floors under shower compartments, except where prefabricated receptors have been provided, shall be lined and made water tight utilizing material complying with Sections 417.5.2.1 through 417.5.2.4. Such liners shall tum up on all sides at least 3 inches above the finished threshold level and shall extend outward over the threshold and fastened to the outside of the threshold jamb. Liners shall be recessed and fastened to an approved backing ... {remainder of section unchanged). 3.66 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 21. The International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section ' 417.7 to read as follows: 417.7 Test for shower receptors. Shower receptors shall be tested for water tightness by filling with water to the level of the rough threshold. The drain shall be plugged in a manner so that both sides of the pan shall be subjected to the test at the point where it is clamped to the drain. 22. Section 419.3 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: Wall and floor space to a point 2 feet in front of a urinal lip and 4 feet above the floor and at least 2 feet to each side of the urinal shall be waterproofed with a smooth, readily cleanable, hard, nonabsorbent material. 23. Section 502.5 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 502.5 Water heaters installed In attics. Attics containing a water heater shall be provided ... (bulk of paragraph unchanged} ... side of the water heater. The clear opening dimension shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches, or larger where such dimensions are not large enough to allow removal of the water heater. ' 24. The International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 502.5.1 to read as follows: 502.5.1 Electrical requirements. A lighting fixture controlled by a switch located at the required passageway opening and a receptacle outlet shall be provided at or near the equipment location in accordance with the electrical code. 25. The International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 502.7 to read as follows: 502.7 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in which a water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet above the ground or floor level, it shall be made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building. 502.7.1 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 502.5.1. 26. Section 504.6.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 504.6.1 Discharge. The relief valve shall discharge through full size piping to a safe place of disposal such as a floor drain, outside the building, or an indirect waste receptor. The discharge pipe shall not have any trapped sections. When the drain pipe run is exposed, in an area outside of the room 3.67 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 where the water heater is located, in a manner that would make it subject to damage, the drain shall have a visible air gap or air gap fitting located in the same room as the water heater. The discharge shall be installed in a manner that does not cause personal injury to occupants in the immediate area or structural damage to the building. The end of the discharge pipe shall not be threaded. The discharge pipe shall not discharge into the pan required in Section 504.7. When discharging outside the building, the point of discharge shall be with the end of the pipe not more than two (2) feet nor less than six (6) inches above the ground or the floor level of the area receiving the discharge and pointing downward. 27 Section 505.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 505.1 Unfired vessel insulation. Unfired hot water storage tanks shall be insulated so that heat loss is limited as specified in Section 504, International Energy Conservation Code. (delete remainder of section). 28. The International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 506, 506.1 to read as follows: SECTION 506 COMBUSTION AIR AND VENTILATION 506.1 Combustion air and ventilation. Combustion air and ventilation for fuel burning water heaters, other than gas-fired, shall be in accordance with the International Mechanical Code. Combustion air and ventilation for gas- fired water heaters shall be in accordance with the International Fuel Gas Code. 29. The International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 604.4.1 to read as follows: 604.4.1 State maximum flow rate. Where the State mandated maximum Flow rate is more restrictive than those of this section, the State flow rate shall take precedence. 30. Tables 605.4 and 605.5 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to delete "Polybutylene (PB) plastic piping and tubing". 31. Section 606.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to delete items #4, 5 and 6. 32. Section 606.2; items #1 and 2 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 1. On the fixture supply to each plumbing fixture. Exception: Tub and shower valves. 3.68 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 2. On the water supply pipe to each sillcock when subject to freezing. ' 33. Section 607.2.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 607.2.1 Piping insulation. Piping in required return circulation systems shall be insulated as required in Section 504, International Energy Conservation Code. (delete remainder of section) 34. Section 608.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 608.1 General. A potable water supply system shall be designed, installed and maintained in such a manner so as to prevent contamination from nonpotable liquids, solids or gases being introduced into the potable water supply through cross -connections or any other piping connections to the system. Back Flow preventer applications shall conform to applicable local regulations, Table 608.1, and as specifically stated in Sections 608.2 through 608.16.9. 35. Section 608.17 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 608.17 Protection of individual water supplies. An individual water supply ' shall be located and constructed so as to be safeguarded against contamination in accordance with applicable local regulations. In the absence of other local regulations, installation shall be in accordance with Sections 608.17.1 through 608.17.8. 36. Section 708.3.4 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 708.3.4 Upper terminal. Each horizontal drain shall be provided with a cleanout at its upper terminal. Exception: Cleanouts may be omitted on a horizontal drain less than five (5) feet in length unless such line is serving sinks or urinals. 37. The International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 712.5 to read as follows: 712.5 Dual Pump System. All sumps shall be automatically discharged and, when in any "public use" occupancy where the sump serves more than 10 fixture units, shall be provided with dual pumps or ejectors arranged to function independently in case of overload or mechanical failure. For storm drainage sumps and pumping systems, see Section 1113. 36, Section 714, 714.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 SECTION 714 ENGINEERED DRAINAGE DESIGN 714.1 Design of drainage system. The sizing requirements for plumbing drainage systems shall be determined by approved design methods. 39. Section 802.1.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to delete the exception. 40. Section 802.4 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: No standpipe shall be installed below the ground. 41. Section 904.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 904.1 Roof extension. All open vent pipes that extend through the roof shall be terminated at least six (6) inches above the roof, except that where a roof is to be used for any purpose other than weather protection, the vent extensions shall be run at least 7 feet above the roof. 42. Section 912.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 1 912.1 Type of fixture. A combination drain and vent system shall not serve 1 fixtures other than floor drains, standpipes, and indirect waste receptors. Combination drain and vent systems shall not receive the discharge of a food waste grinder. 43. Section 912.2 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 912.2 Installation. The only vertical pipe of a combination waste and vent system shall be the connection between the fixture drain of a standpipe, and the horizontal combination drain and vent pipe. The maximum vertical distance shall be 8 feet. 44. Section 1002.10 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 45. Section 1106.1 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 1106.1 General. The size of the vertical conductors and leader, building storm drains, building storm sewers, and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be based on six (6) inches per hour rainfall rate. i 3.70 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 46. Section 1107.3 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is amended ' to read as follows: 1107.3 Sizing of secondary drains. Secondary (emergency) roof drain system shall be sized in accordance with Section 1106. Scuppers shall be sized to prevent the depth of ponding water ... (remainder of section unchanged}... 47. Chapter 12 of the International Plumbing Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 3.71 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 Section 3.07. Amendments to the International Fuel Gas Code. 2000 Edition 1. Section 102.2 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add an exception to read as follows: Exception: Existing dwelling units shall comply with Section 620.2 2. Section 102.8 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 102.8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced herein shall be those that are listed in Chapter 7 and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the 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. 3. Section 202 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to amend definition of "Unvented Room Heater" to add a sentence to read as follows: For the purpose of installation, this definition shall also include "Unvented Decorative Appliances" 4. Section 302.3 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 302.3 Cutting, notching and boring in wood members. When permitted by the International Building Code, the cutting, notching and boring of wood members shall comply with Sections 302.3.1 through 302.3.3. 5. Section 305.4 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 6. The International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 305.5 to read as follows: 305.5 Clearances from grade. Equipment and appliances installed at grade level shall be supported on a level concrete slab of other approved material extending above adjoining grade a minimum of 3 inches or shall be suspended a minimum of 6 inches above adjoining grade. 7. Section 306.3 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 306.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access shall be provided ... {hulk of paragraph unchanged) ... side of the equipment. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 3.72 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1964.9-01 inches by 30 inches, or larger where such dimensions are not large enough ' to allow removal of the largest appliance. As a minimum, access to the attic space of residential uses shall be provided by one of the following: 1. A permanent stair 2. A pull down stair 3. An access door from an upper floor level Exception: The passageway and level service space are not required where the appliance is capable of being serviced and removed through the required opening. 8. Section 306.3.1 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: Low voltage widng of 50 volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage. 9. Section 306.4.1 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: Low voltage wiring of 50 volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage. 10. Section 306.5 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 306.5 Appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where appliances requiring access are installed on roofs or elevated structures at a height exceeding 16 feet, such access shall be provided by a permanent approved means of access. Permanent exterior ladders providing roof access need not extend closer than 8 feet to the finish grade or floor level below and shall extend to the appliance's level of service space. Such access shall ... (bulk of section to read the same) ... on roofs having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33 -percent slope). 11. The International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 306.5.1.1 to read as follows: 306.5.1.1 Catwalk. On roofs having slopes greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal, 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 the working platform at the appliance. 12. Section 306.5.2 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: Low voltage wiring of 50 volts or less shall be installed in a manner to prevent physical damage. 3.73 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 13. The International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 306.7 to read as follows: ..0111 306.7 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in which a water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet above the ground or floor level, it shall be made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building. 306.7.1. 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 306.1. 14. Section 401.5 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph to read as follows: Both ends of each section of medium pressure corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall identify its operating pressure with an approved tag. The tags are to be composed of aluminum or stainless and the following wording shall be stamped into the tag. "Warning % to 5 psi gas pressure Do Not Remove" 15. Section 402.3 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add an exception to read as follows: Exception: Corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) shall be a minimum of %:". 16. Section 404.6 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 404.6 Piping in solid floors. Piping in solid floors shall be laid in channels in the floor and covered in a manner that will allow access to the piping with a minimum amount of damage to the building. Where such piping is subject to exposure to excessive moisture or corrosive substances, the piping shall be protected in an approved manner. As an alternative to installation in channels, the piping shall be installed in accordance with Section 404.11. 17. Section 404.9 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 404.9 Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth of 18 inches below grade. 18. Section 404.9.1 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is deleted. 19. Section 406.4 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: 3.74 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 The equipment used shall be of an appropriate scale such that pressure loss ' can be easily determined. 20. Section 406.4.1 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 406.4.1 Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be not less than 10 psig, or at the discretion of the Code Official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches water column pressure, the test pressure shall not be less than sixty (60) pounds per square inch. 21. The International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add Section 409.1.4 to read as follows: 409.1.4 Valves in CSST installations. Shuttoff valves installed with corrugated stainless steel (CSST) piping systems shall be supported with an approved termination fitting, or equivalent support, suitable for the size of the valves, of adequate strength and quality, and located at intervals so as to prevent or damp out excessive vibration but in no case greater than 12 - inches from the center of the valve. Supports shall be installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and contraction of the system's piping, fittings, and valves between anchors. All valves and supports shall be ' designed and installed so they will not be disengaged by movement of the supporting piping. 22. Section 410.1 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a second paragraph and exception to read as follows: Access to regulators shall comply with the requirements for access to appliances as specified in Section 306. Exception: A passageway or level service space is not required when the regulator is capable of being serviced through the required attic. 23. Section 613.6 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add a sentence to read as follows: The size of duct shall not be reduced along its developed length nor at the point of termination. 24. Section 613.6.1 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 613.6.1 Maximum length. The maximum length of a clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not exceed 25 feet from the dryer location to the outlet terminal with not more than two bends. When extra bends are installed, the maximum ' length of the duct shall be reduced 2.5 feet for each 45 -degree bend and 5 feet for each 90 -degree bend that occur after the first two bends, measuring in the direction of airflow. 3.75 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 (Exception is unchanged} 25. Section 620.2 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 620.2 Prohibited use. One or more unvented room heaters shall not be used as the sole source of comfort heating in a dwelling unit. Exception: Existing approved unvented heaters may continue to be used in dwelling units, in accordance with the code provisions in effect when installed, when approved by the Code Official unless an unsafe condition is determined to exist as described in Section 108.7. 26. Section 623.1.1 of the International Fuel Gas Code, 2000 Edition is amended to read as follows: 623.1.1 Installation requirements. The requirements for water heaters relative to access, sizing, relief valves, drain pans and scald protection shall be in accordance with the International plumbing Code. J J 3.76 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 Section 3.08. Amendments to the National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition 1. The National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition is amended to add Article 80 "Administration." Article 80. Administration. The administrative provisions of Chapter 1 of the International Building Code or Chapter 1 of the International Residential Code shall serve as the administrative provisions for the National Electrical Code as applicable. 2. Section 90-8 of the National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition is amended Section (a) to read as follows: 90-8. Wiring Planning (a) Future Expansion and Convenience. Plans and specifications that provide ample space in raceways, spare raceways, and additional spaces will allow for future increases in the use of electricity. One blank space shall be left for every (5) circuits used in new dwelling panels. New dwelling panels shall have a spare one (1) inch raceway installed from the panel to an accessible location. Distribution centers located in readily accessible locations will provide convenience and safety of operation. ' 3. Section 110-5 of the National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition is amended to read as follows: 1105. Conductors. Conductors normally used to carry current shall be of copper. Where the conductor material is not specified the material and the sizes given in this code shall apply to copper conductors. This amendment applies to both residential and commercial applications. 4. Section 230-71(a) of the National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition is amended to add a sixth special condition to read as follows: 230-2. Number of Services. A building or other structure served by only one service unless permitted in. (a) through (d). For the purpose . . . {text unchanged) ... shall be considered to supply. 1. Fire Pumps 5. In supplying electrical service to multifamily dwellings, two or more laterals or overhead service drops shall be permitted to a building when both of the following conditions are met: a. The building has six or more individual gang meters and all meters are grouped at the same location. b. Each lateral or overhead service drop originates from the same point of service. 3.77 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 5. Section 230-71 (a) of the National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition is amended to add an exception to read as follows: Exception: Multi -occupant Buildings. Individual service disconnecting means is limited to six for each occupant. The number of individual disconnects at one location may exceed six. 6. Section 240-5 of the National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition is amended to add a fifth paragraph to read as follows: 250-50. Grounding Electrode System. If available on the premises at each building or structure served, each item (a) through (d), and any made electrodes ... (test unchanged) ... interconnect electrodes that are part of the grounding electrode system. Exception: In industrial ... (text unchanged) ... conductor is exposed. Where a metal underground water pipe, as described in item (a), is not present, a method of grounding as specked in (b) through (d) below shall be used. (FPN): See Sections ... (teat unchanged) ... agricultural buildings. 7. Section 250-104(b) of the National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition is amended to read as follows: 250-104. Bonding of Piping Systems and Exposed Structural Steel. (a) Metal Gas Piping. Each interior portion of a metal gas piping system upstream from the equipment shutoff valve shall be electrically continuous and bonded to the grounding electrode system. The bonding jumper shall be sized in accordance with Table 250-122 using the rating of the circuit that may energize the gas piping. 8. Section 310-15(b)(6) of the National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition is amended to mad as follows: 310.15. Ampacities for Conductors Rated 0 to 2000 Volts. (3) 120/240 -Volt, 3 -Wire, Single -Phase Dwelling Services and Feeders. For dwelling units, conductors, as listed in Table 310- 15(b)(6), shall be . . . (text unchanged) .. . conductors. The grounded conductor shall be permitted to be smaller than the underground conductors provided the requirements of Sections 215-2, 220.22, and 23042 are met. This Section shall not be used in conjunction with Section 220-30. ,.A 3.78 n 1 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 9. Section 336-5(a)(1) of the National Electrical Code, 1999 Edition is amended to add an exception to Section 336-5(a) and to add a tenth restriction to read as follows: 3365. Uses Not Permitted. (a) Types NM, NMC, and NMS. Types NM, NMC, and NMS cables shall not be used in the following: 1. In any multifamily dwelling of other structure exceeding three Floors above grade. For the purpose of this article, the first Floor of a ... (text unchanged} ... vehicle parking, storage, or similar use shall be permitted. Exception: An additional level shall be permitted in multifamily dwellings where the entire structure is protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system. (1) As service -entrance cable. 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Permitted Principal 8 Accessory Uses Section 4.20.1 General Provisions The use of Land and buildings listed shall be in accordance with those listed in the following Schedule of Permitted principal Uses (Section 4.20.2) and Schedule of Permitted Accessory Uses (Section 4.20.3). No land shall be used and no building or structure shall be occupied, erected, altered, removed, placed, demolished, or converted, or which is arranged or designed to be used or is used for other than those uses specked in the zoning district in which located. Legend for interpreting Schedules of Permitted Principal and Accessory Uses X Use permitted in district indicated. Use prohibited in district indicated. S Use may be permitted upon approval of Specific Use. 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Purpose. The standards are intended to establish minimum design criteria for all non-residential construction. Section 7.02. Applicability. The standards for design apply to all non-residential structures and multi -family structures except as otherwise provided, and to all parking structures and lots within the city. Section 7.03. Non -Residential Design Standards. Section 7.03.1. Parking Garages. Section 7.03.2. Exterior Facade Materials. Parking garages shall have architecturally finished facades, complementary to the surrounding buildings. Street front openings in parking structures shall not exceed 55% of the facade area. Where possible, the narrow facade of the parking garage should be oriented to the street to minimize its visual impact. 1. All main building exterior wall construction materials that are exposed shall be constructed of stone, brick, tiles, glazing, framed glazing, concrete masonry units, cast concrete, concrete stucco, etc. Synthetic stucco (such as Exterior Finish and Insulation System (E.F.I.S) may be utilized as an architectural accent material, not to exceed 10% of the exterior surface of any building facade. 2. Glazing, doors, windows and door frames, roof system trim, mansards, and similar visible exterior architectural treatments shall be made of materials which complement construction materials. 33. Accessory buildings shall be constructed of materials that complement the main structure. 4. When rear facades are visible from adjoining properties and/or a public right-of-way, they shall be of a finished quality and consist of colors and materials that blend with the remainder of the building's primary facade(s). 7.1 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 Section 7.03.3. Roof Top Mechanical Equipment. All roof -mounted equipment including, but not limited to, fans, vents, air conditioning units and cooling towers shall be screened so as not to be visible at ground level from adjacent properties and/or public rights-of-way, including elevated thoroughfare sections. 1. Overall screening height shall be the height of the highest element of roof -mounted SCREENI equipment. EDUIPHF REQUIRE'. 2. The outside of the screening device, if independent of the building facade, shall be painted or otherwise finished in a similar color to the color of the building facade, trim, or roof surface, whichever color is more effective in minimizing the visibility of the equipment and screen from ground level. Section 7.03.4. Outdoor Lighting. 1. Outdoor illuminating devices shall be installed in accordance with this Section. 2. Definitions a. Outdoor light fixtures shall mean outdoor artificial illuminating devices, installed or portable, used for flood lighting, general illumination, or advertisement. Such devices shall include, but are not limited to, search, spot, flood, and area lighting for: i. Buildings and structures, ii. Recreational facilities, iii. Parking areas, iv. Landscape lighting, v. Outdoor advertising displays, billboards, signs, vi. Public and private street lighting, and vii. Walkway lighting. b. Class I Lighting shall mean all outdoor lighting used for, but not limited to: I. Outdoor sales areas, it. Recreational facilities and assembly areas, Ill. Eating areas, IV. Repair areas, V. Advertising displays, vi. Billboards and other signs, and vii. Similar application when color rendition is important. C. Class II Lighting shall mean all other outdoor lighting including, but not limited to illumination for: I. Walkways, ii. Roadways, iii. Equipment yards, iv. Parking areas, ' V. Outdoor security, and vi. Similar application when color rendition is not important. d. Fully Shielded shall mean outdoor light fixtures shielded or constructed so that all 7.2 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1964-9-01 light rays emitted by the fixture are projected below the horizontal plane passing through the lowest point on the fixture from which light is emitted, nearly 100% cut- off type, as evidenced by the manufacturers photometric data. e. Partially shielded shall mean shielding so that the lower edge of the shield is at, or below, the centerline of the light source or lamp so as to minimize the light transmission above the horizontal plane, or at least ninety percent (90%) of the emitted light projects below the horizontal plane as evidenced by the manufacturer's photometric data. f. Unshielded shall mean fixtures lacking any means to restrict the emitted light to below the horizontal plane. 3. General Requirements a. Generally, the Preferred source for all outdoor lighting shall be high pressure sodium or metal halide lamps and fixtures. b. Shielding shall be required in all installations except as specked herein. C. Hours of operation shall be complied with in all installations, except as otherwise provided. d. Outdoor advertising displays, billboards, and signs, not exclusively illuminated internally, may only utilize illuminating devices mounted on the top of the advertising display structure. All such fixtures shall comply with all other provisions of this Section. ' e. Architecturally decorative light fixtures. Shielding requirements may be reduced in consideration for the aesthetics and theme style lighting. f. Glare. Exterior lights shall be constructed in a manner consistent with the Property Maintenance Code requirements (see Property Maintenance Code Section E, Glare) and shall be located so as to not produce direct illumination across the bounding property line. All outside lights shall be made up of a light source and reflector so selected that acting together the light beam is controlled and not directed across any bounding property line above a height of three (3) feet. g. Outdoor advertising signs constructed of translucent materials and wholly illuminated from within do not require shielding. h. The allowable light sources and the requirements for shielding light emissions for outdoor light fixtures shall be as set forth in the following table: 7.3 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE LAMP TYPE CLASS 1 LIGHTING (Color rendition important) CLASS II LIGHTING (Color rendition unimportant) Low Pressure Sodium Prohibited Prohibited High Pressure Sodium Partially or Fully Shielded Fully Shielded Metal Halide Fully Shielded Fully Shielded Mercury Vapor (color corrected only) Fully Shielded Prohibited Fluorescent Partially or Fully Shielded Fully Shielded Incandescent (over 150 watts per fixture) Partially or Fully Shielded Prohibited Incandescent under 150 watts per fixture) Partially or Fully Shielded Partially or Fully Shielded Any Light Source 50 watts and under Unshielded Permitted Unshielded Permitted Low Intensity Neon,or Krypton, or Argon Discharge Tubes Unshielded Permitted Unshielded Permitted I 4. Approval Authority. The Chief Building Official shall approve lighting of all private , facilities, to include, but not limited to, private parking lots, and buildings. 5. Hours of Operation. a. Class II lighting may be operated anytime (walkways, roadways, equipment yards, parking areas, and outdoor security). b. Class I lighting used for illumination of: i. Outdoor sales and eating areas, on-site advertising, assembly areas, repair areas, and businesses may be operated during the hours that the facilities are open to the public; ii. Off-site advertising displays and billboards or signs may be operated from dusk to 11:00 p.m. only; unless fully shielded and pointed downward. iii. Recreational and sporting areas may operate from dusk to 11:00 p.m., except to conclude a specific recreational or sporting event or similar activity which was in progress prior to 11:00 p.m. 6. Prohibitions. a. Laser source light and strobe lights and similar high intensity light sources for advertising or entertainment shall not be projected above the horizontal plane, unless a permit is obtained for speck events and time frames. b. Searchlights are not permitted (See Article XI - Sign Control). c. Inoperative and obsolete lighting fixtures may not be modified, replaced, or upgraded without complying with this Section. d. Low-pressure sodium lamps are prohibited. 7.4 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE 7. Exemptions EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 a. Permanent Exemptions i. Navigation and airport lighting required for the safe operation of boats and airplanes; ii. Emergency lighting by police, fire, and rescue authorities; iii. Gas lighting. b. Temporary Exemptions L The Chief Building Official or his designee may approve temporary exemptions from the requirements of this section provided that the duration of the approval shall be for not more than thirty (30) days from the date of approval. No outdoor light fixtures shall be exempt from the requirements of this section for more than ninety (90) days during any twelve (12) month period. ii. Requests for renewal of exemptions shall be processed in the same way as the original request. 8. Parking Lot and loading Area Lighting a. The mounting height of luminary fixtures shall not exceed the following: Maximum Luminary Parking Area Mounting Height 0 to 50 parking spaces 14 feet 51 to 200 parking spaces 20 feet 201 or greater parking spaces 25 feet b. Standards, poles and fixture housings shall be of a single color, compatible with the architecture of the building. c. Minimum pole standards shall be square, straight steel painted dark bronze with an anchor base except as may be otherwise approved by the Commission. d. Luminaire type shall be TXU Electric standard rectangular metal with High Pressure Sodium Lamps. All electric utility service facilities shall be underground. e. All lighting fixtures shall be fully shielded. 9. Non-residential Walkway Lighting a. The mounting height of luminary fixtures shall not exceed 12 feet. b. Pole and wall -mounted fixtures mounted above 8 feet shall be fully shielded. 10. Non-residential Accent Lighting a. Lighting may be used to highlight landscape elements, building entries or other important architectural elements, and site elements such as opaque signage, fountains and sculptures. b. Lighting shall be concealed or otherwise positioned in such a manner that the light source cannot be seen from any property line of the site on which the light is k)caled. 7.5 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE 11. Non-residential Security Lighting a. Pole and wall -mounted fixtures mounted 6 feet or more above surrounding grade shall be fully shielded. b. If a rear yard security light is mounted higher than 10 feet, it shall be placed at the property line and directed away from adjacent properties. Supp. No.2 (1984-9-01) Section 7.03.5. Utility Services 1. All new utility installations, including, but not limited to, electrical, gas, television and telephone/telecommunication shall be placed underground, except that electrical transmission 59 or more Kilovolts may be located overhead, providing that this requirement does not conflict with existing utility service regulations. 2. New development shall assume responsibility for all expense related to the underground placement of utilities. 3. Utility meters and other utility apparatus, including, but not limited to transformers, shall be located to the rear of the structure unless adequately screened from view of public streets and adjoining properties. Adequately screened from view shall include screening, as well as the utilization of landscaping and other site elements. 4. All required screening shall meet clearances required by affected utility companies. Wall -mounted equipment, including meters (such as banks of electric meters on the rear or side wall of multi -tenant buildings), shall be screened from public streets by one of the following methods. a. Landscaping, including trees or evergreen shrubbery. b. Masonry walls in conjunction with landscaping. c. Wall -mounted screening devices, such as cabinets or partitions which are architecturally compatible with the facade. Supp. No. 1 (1939-5-01) Supp. No. 2 (1984-9-01) Section 7.04 off -Street Parking & Loading. Section 7.04.1 Vehicle Parking. In all districts there shall be provided at the time any building or structure is erected or structurally altered, off-street parking spaces in accordance with the following requirements: 1. Rules for Computing Number of Parking Spaces, shown in Table 7.04.1. In computing the number of parking spaces required for each of the above uses the following rules shall govern: a. "Floor Area" shall mean the gross floor area of the speck use. b. Where fractional spaces result, the parking spaces required shall be constructed to the nearest whole number. EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' c. The parking space requirement for a use not specifically mentioned herein shall be the same as required for a use of similar nature. d. Whenever a building or use constructed or established after the effective date of this Code is changed or enlarged in floor area, number of employees, number of dwelling units, seating capacity or otherwise, to create a need for an increase in the number of existing parking spaces, such spaces shall be provided on the basis of the enlargement or change. Whenever a building or use existing prior to the effective date of this Code is enlarged in floor area or in the area used, said building or use shall then and thereafter comply with the parking requirements set forth herein. e. In the case of mixed uses, the parking spaces required shall equal the sum of the requirements of the various uses computed separately. f. Tandem spaces shall not count as required parking. 2. Location of Parking Spaces. All parking spaces required herein shall be located on the same lot with the building or use served, except as follows: a. Where an increase in the number of spaces is required by a change or enlargement of use or where such spaces are provided collectively or used jointly by two (2) or more buildings or establishments, the required spaces may be located not to exceed three hundred (300) feet from an institutional building served and not to exceed five hundred (500) feet from any other non-residential building served. b. A maximum of fifty (50) percent of the parking spaces required for theaters, bowling alleys, dance halls, night clubs, cafes, or similar uses, and a maximum of eighty (80) percent of the parking spaces required for a church or school auditorium or similar uses may be provided and used jointly by similar uses not normally open, used or operated during the same hours; provided, however, that written agreement thereto is properly executed and filed as specified below. c. In any case where the required parking spaces are not located on the same lot with the building or use served, or where such spaces are collectively or jointly provided and used, a written agreement thereby assuring their retention for such purposes, shall be properly drawn and executed by the parties concerned, — approved as to form by the City Attorney and I Ii shall be filed with the application for a 141 6 building permit. I. - 3. Stacking and Queuing Requirements. a. City staff may require a traffic study to determine the stacking and queuing requirements for such uses that include, but are not limited to, service stations, drive- •."..aS^° •.'5 �.��' through restaurants, drive-in banking, etc. b. Driveway stacking length is the distance between the street right-of-way line and the near side of the first intersecting interior aisle • .a 9 � I 7.7 i EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE or parking stall. The minimum length of driveway slacking shall be as follows: No. of Spaces (Per Driveway) Less than 50 50 to 200 More than 200 Supp No.1 (1939-5-01) Minimum Stacking (Length in feet) 18 50 78 7.8 L 1 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 PARKING REQUIREMENTS Section 7.04.1. USE r 0 E 2 C J O PARKING SPACE PER E w y' c • N O _@ N 0 m m PLUW FOR SOU ARE FOOTAGE o GREATER THAN ACID MANUFACTURE 1 2,0001 1 1 Plus 1/300 sQ. M?2,000' ADULT BOOKSTORE 1 2 ADULT DAY CARE 1 AMENITY CENTER 1 -2,000 AMUSEMENT, COMMERCIAL (INDOOR) 1 AMUSEMENT, COMMERCIAL(OUTDOOR) 1501 1 11 ANTIQUE SHOP 2 APPAREL 8 RELATED MANUFACTURE 2.0001 1 1 Plus 1/300 so. 11.-2,000' AUDITORIUM AUTO PAINTING OR BODY SHOP 2 zittol I 1 1,000 so. it. AUTO PARTS SALES 2 3001 1 1 > 1.000 so. It. AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS, MA10R 2 3001 1 1 1.000 sa. ft. AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS. MINOR 2 30 -1,000 so. fl. AUTOMOTIVE SALES 8 SERVICE 5001 1 1 1 or 1/1,000 so. f1 of Its area BAKERIES (WHOLESALE) 2, Plus 11300 sq. 114.000 - BAKERY OR CONFECTIONERY BANKS AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS 3001 1 BAR - SEE PRIVATE CLUB 150 1 BED 8 BREAKFAST 2I 1 1 BICYCLE SHOPIREPAIR SER 2001 1 BOARDING HOUSE OR ROOMING HOU5E I I 1 BOAT DISPLAY SALES AND REPAIR 3001 1 >1.000 s9. B. BOAT STORAGE 2. BOOK, CARD OR NOVELTY SHOPS 2001 1 BOTTLING WORKS B DISTRIBUTION BOWLINGALLEY 2,0001 I 1 I B BUILDING MATERIALS SALES 2,0001 1 BUILDING MATERIALS SALES 2, BULL( HANDLING FACILITY 2, CAR WASH 2001 1 CARPENTRY, PAINTING SHOP 2.0001 1 CEMENT, LIME, GYPSUM MANUFACTURE 2.0001 1 CHEMICALS 8 ALLIED PRODUCTS 2,0001 1 CHURCH. TEMPLE OR RECTORY 1 31 CLINIC. MEDICAL Y5 U.ue'e, fest W. n.1(4W -]5,000 re leer AL, COKE OR WOOD YARD 2.0001 1 COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY 1 41 wMlassroom vhic ris gmter COMMUNITY CENTER U 3 -2,000 sq. ft CONGREGATE RESIDENCE 1 1 2 CONSTRUCTIONOFFICE (TEMPORARY) CONVALESCENT NOME I I I I B CONVENIENCE STORE 20 COUNTRY CLUB I ISqrr, of Iaallides reeuire w DAY CARE FACILITY tI JR.. miettsoom DEPARTMENT OR DISCOUNT STORES DRUG STORE OR PHARMACY 2001 1 DRUGS, Pf A iMACEUTICAL MFG. 2. DWELLING, CONDOMINIUM 2. OWELLING, MULTFFAMILY(APARTMENT) DWELLING. SINGLE-FAMILY(ATTACHED) DWELLING. SINGLE-FAMILY(DETACHED) NN�—L U,. WOFAMILY IS!reouired .5 2 2 1.5 for each 1A efiroom IDl4 OS for each a4dN•rial ballroom. R aisq u l parking is u0I¢ed,1.75 spKls shall be fw each 1-0edroom and OS Iw each additional bedroom ELECTRICAL GENERATING PLANT. PUBLIC 6 7.9 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE PARKING REQUIREMENTS Section 7.04.1. 7.10 A i PARKING SPACE PER B t e PLUS/ FOR SQUARE FOOTAGE USE= E n E w GREATER THAN LL EQUIPMENT RENTAL 2 FABRICS OR NEEDLEWORK SHOP FAIRGROUNDS OR RODEO FAMILY HOME 3 >1,000 aR. R. FARM IMPLEMENT SALES AND SERVICE 2 FAT RENDERING. ANIMAL REDUCTION 2• FIREARMS SALE ANO SERVICE 1 W FITNESS AND HEALTH CENTER 200 FLORIST 2,000 FOOD PROCESSING (HEAW) 2.000 FOOD PROCESSING (LIGHT) 2,000 FORGE PIANT 200 6 200 ' 1.200 uLl"l FRATERNAL ORG.. LODGE. CNK: CLUBS FUELING STATION 2 30 '1.000 sa. fl. FUNERAL HOMES AND MORTUARIES FURNITUREIAPPLIANCE SALES 3 GOLF COURSE200 GROCERYSTORE, SUPERMARKET 2 GYMNASTIC&ATHLETICS FACILITY 1 or </Fixeo seeU HARDWARE 2 30 > 1,000 ap.leel HEAW MACHINERY SALES/STOMGE 2• HELIPORT HEI ISTOP S 1 Plus llEmpby m Wryest MIX HOSPITAL 1.25 HOTEL IFUII Service) HOTEL(Wmtl Service) 1 KEYSHOP, LOCKSMITH 2 IABOHATORIES. SCIENTIFIC 2,0 LAUNDRY, SELF-SERVICE 2 LAUNDRYICLEANING PLAN T, COMMERCWL 2. LAUNDRVICLEANING, RETAIL WI PICK UP LAUNDRYIDRY CLEANING. PICKiI ONLY 3 LAWN EQUIPMENT SALES 8 REFAIR 2 300 >1,000 c0.ixl MACHINE 5HOP OR WELDING 2 3 >i Dpp teat MAINTENANCE 8 STORAGE FACILITIES 2, Plaa atltlilonal spaces basetl an MANUFACTURED OR MOBILE HOME PARK 1 x ssoIy uses MANUFACTURING. HEAW 2.000 MANUFACTURING, LIG" 2• MASS TRANSIT COMMUTER PICK-UP SERVE MINI -WAREHOUSES IMPLEMENT DISPLAY 8 SALES 2 200 >1,OW so. teal MONUMENT SALES 2 MOTOR CYCLE8 SALES SERVICE 2 MOTOR FREIG" TERMINAL 2• '2.000 epwW teat MUSEUM, LIBRARY, ART GALLERY (PUBLIC) 1 NURSERY, RETAIL PLA" (lnrbm Space) 2 OFFICESHOWROOM AREHOUSE Uses a4tllUve OFFICE USE PARK OR PLAYGRWND IPUBLIC) PAWN SHOPS PEST CONTROL SERVICE PETROLEUM PRODUCTS REFININGISTORAGE2. PLAYFIEID OR STADIUM 4 PRINTINGORNEWWAPERESTABLISHMENT 2. PRIVATE CLUB 1 RADIO OR N BROADCAST STUDIO 2 7.10 A i 199 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE N0. 1984-9-01 PARKING REQUIREMENTS Section 7.04.1. USE = y 3 OiZm E 9 PARKING SPACE PER s 2 C O 3 O m 0 0 o S PLUS/ FOR SQUARE FOOTAGE GREATER THAN RAILROAD FREIGHT STATION REAL ESTATE SALES OFFICE (TEMP) 3001 RECREATION CAMP 1 Plus eny additwnal uses RECREATION CENTER (PUBUC) 3 RENTAL, AUTO, TRAILER, TRUCK WESTAURANT(DRNE-IN OR THROUGH) 1 RESTAURANT (NO DRIVE-IN OR THROUGH) 1 RESTAURANTIPRNATE-0LUB 100 RETWLSTORE SCHOOL, BUSINESS AND TRADE 4 or SlCkssmom whichever is greater SCHOOL, EkmaMary SCHOOL SecwWary 4 or tlCkssmom whichever is greater or &Classroom whichever is greater SIGN SHOP SMELTING OF ORES OR METALS 2.00( STABLE 10 1 Plus aay eEtlitional u$es STOCKYARDS OR SLAUGHTERHOUSE 2.0001 1 SWIM OR TENNIS CLUB 10 1 4 SWIM mot(PUBUC) It 1 411 TARGET RANGE (INDOOR) TATTOO STUDIO (Res. F1513d-9T(R)) 2001 1 TEEN CLUB THEATER TIRE RECAPPING 176 3 30 >1,OW sp. K. TRUCK SALE REPAIR -NEW 3,000 TRUCK STORAGE 300 UPHOLSTERY SHOP 30 VETERINARY MOSP I A ORCLINIC 2 WAREHOUSFJDISTRIBUTION CENTER 3. WRECKING. JUNK OR AUfO SALVAGE YARD Z, BIAIP. Ng 111939.601 7.11 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE 4. Minimum Dimensions for Off -Street Parking. a. Ninety (90) Degree Angle Parking - Each parking space shall be not less than i nine (9) feet wide nor less than eighteen (18) feet in length, except in a ri single-family residential district where each parking space shall be not less than eight (8) feet wide nor less than eighteen If 8) feet in length. Maneuvering space shall be in addition to parking space and shall be not less than twenty-four (24) feet perpendicular to the building or parking line. b. Sixty (60) Degree Angle Parking - Each parking space shall be not less than nine (9) feet wide perpendicular to the parking angle nor less than seventeen (17) feet in length when measured at right angles to the building or parking line, except in a single-family residential district where each parking space shall be not less than eight (8) feet wide nor less than seventeen (17) feet in length. Maneuvering space shall be in addition to parking space and shall be not less than twenty (20) feet perpendicular to the building or parking line. c. Forty-five (45) Degree Angle Parking - Each parking space shall be not less than nine (9) feet wide perpendicular to the parking angle nor less than sixteen (16) feet in length when measured at right angles to the building or parking line, except in a single-family residential district where each parking space shall be not less than eight (8) feet wide nor less than sixteen (16) feet in length. Maneuvering space shall be in addition to parking space and shall be not less than eighteen (18) feet perpendicular to the building or parking line. d. When off-street parking facilities are located adjacent to a public alley the width of said alley may be assumed to be a portion of the maneuvering space requirement. e. Where off-street parking facilities are provided in excess of the minimum amounts herein specified, or when off-street parking facilities are provided but not required by this Code, said off-street parking facilities shall comply with the minimum requirements for parking and maneuvering. 5. Parking Lot Construction Standards. All parking lots shall be constructed of 5 -inch reinforced Portland cement concrete over compacted soil subgrade. All required fire lanes shall be constructed of concrete in accordance with the City of Allen Design Standards. Alternative materials such as brick, pavestone, or similar materials may be allowed upon approval by the Director of Planning. Section 7.04.2. Off -Street Loading. 1. Every building or part thereof erected or occupied for retail business, service, manufacturing, storage, warehousing, hotel, mortuary, or any other use similarly involving the receipt or distribution by vehicles of materials or merchandise, shall provide and maintain on the same premises loading space in accordance with the following requirements: a. For retail, commercial, sales, service, or industrial use buildings and establishments, off-street loading facilities shall be provided in accordance with the following schedule: Square Feet of Minimum Required Gross Floor Area Spaces or Berths 0 to 10,000 None 10,001 to 50,000 1 50,001 to 100,000 2 7.12 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 100,001 - to 200,000 3 ' Each Additional 100,000 1 Additional . b. For hotels, office buildings, restaurants, and similar establishments, off-street loading facilities shall be provided in accordance with the following schedule Square Feet of Minimum Required Gross Floor Area Spaces or Berths 0 to 50,000 None 50,001 - 150,000 1 150,001 to 300,000 2 300,001 to 500,000 3 500,001 to 1,000,000 4 Each additional 500,000 1 Additional c. Loading facilities located on the side of a building but not facing a street shall be set back from the front property line a minimum distance of sixty (60) feel. d. Driveways, aisles, maneuvering areas, and truck berths shall be designed to accommodate the largest vehicles that would normally be expected to use those particular driveways, aisles, maneuvering areas and truck berths. e. Whenever possible, the site should be designed for counterclockwise circulation of large trucks as left turns and left-hand backing maneuvers are easier and safer since the driver's position is on the left-hand side of the vehicle. f. All parking, loading and maneuvering of trucks shall be conducted off-street on private property. g. Required passenger vehicle parking shall not be allowed within the truck dock apron space. 2. Screening of Loading Areas a. Truck loading berths and apron space should not be located on the street side of any building. b. In those instances where three or more sides of the building face dedicated streets, loading berths and apron space may be located at the rear or side of the building. This loading area must be screened from view of the abutting streets for a minimum of 35 feet as follows: I. by a combination of permanent architectural and landscape elements such as walls, berms, trees and shrubs; ii. and shall meet the standards of Section 7.07 of this Code, to the height of the top of the dock door but no greater than 12' above the truck dock apron; and iii. shall, when viewed at a perpendicular angle from the street screen the truck berths completely, except for driveway opening(s). ' c. No loading dock or service bay doors shall be constructed on any portion of a front wall or on a side or rear wall within one hundred feet (100') of U.S. 75, SH 121, and SH 5 right-of-way, or within 60 feet of any front property line, adjacent to any other street. 7.13 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 Section 7.05.Landscaping Requirements. The provisions of this section: 1. Establish standards for landscaping of non-residential and multi -family development and surface parking lots. 2. Establish tree -planting requirements for new single family residential development. 3. Provide for reduction hydrocarbons to improve air quality. 4. Provide for reforestation of the urban area. Section 7.05.1 Standard Planting Materials. Minimum caliper for trees required under this section is 3" 2. Minimum height required: a. Shade trees: seven feet (7'-0"). b. Ornamental trees: eight feet (8'-0") 3. Materials and planting standards must meet the American Association of Nurseryman, Inc., "American Standard for Nursery Stock" (latest addition) Section 7.05.2. Multi -family District 8 Non-residential Landscaping Requirements. These standards shall apply to all multi -family and non-residential districts and to any area within a planned development district containing less restrictive landscaping standards. 1. The minimum landscaping area for the following multi -family and nonresidential districts shall be not less than ten percent (10%) of the area of the site: MF -12 Multi -family MF -18 Multi -family CBD Central Business District LR Local Retail SC Shopping Center LC Light Commercial GB General Business CC Corridor Commercial TR Technology Research IT Industrial Technology LI Light Industrial HI Heavy Industrial 2. The minimum landscaping area for the following non-residential districts shall be not less than fifteen percent (15%) of the area of the site: GO Garden Office O Office OT Office Technology 3. Landscaping Along Street Rights -of Way A fifteen foot landscape buffer strip shall be required adjacent to the right-of-way a. line of all dedicated public streets with a right-of-way of 100 feet or more, except when adjacent to United States Highway 75 and State Highway 121, where it shall be 25 feet in which no building structure or parking shall be permitted. b. Along dedicated public streets with less than 100 feet of right-of-way, the landscape buffer strip shall be a minimum of ten feet wide. J 7.14 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 4. Landscape Buffer Planting Requirements: a. For lots with less than 50 feel of street frontage, one (1) shade tree per lot is required to be installed in the landscape buffer strip. b. For lots with greater than 50 feet of street frontage, but less than 100 feet of frontage, one (1) shade tree for each 33 feet of street frontage or portion thereof and one (1) ornamental tree for every two (2) shade trees is also required. c. For lots with greater than 100 feet of street frontage, one (1) shade tree for every 40 feet of street frontage, or portion thereof and one (1) ornamental tree for every two (2) shade trees is also required. Exception: The requirements for a landscape buffer and tree planting may be modified in the CBD by the Planning & Zoning Commission with an approved landscaping plan allowing for adequate pedestrian circulation and handicap access. 5. Surface Parking Lot Landscaping a. Planting requirements: I. Retail Uses: One (1) shade tree and one (1) ornamental tree for every forty (40) parking spaces shall be planted from the outside edge of the parking lot and dispersed within the parking lot area. it. Non -retail Uses: One (1) shade tree and one (1) ornamental tree for every thirty (30) parking spaces shall be planted, starting from the outside edge of the parking lot, distributed such that one (1) tree per twenty (20) spaces is distributed in the parking lot and the remainder dispersed within the building site. Ill. Required parking greater than 200 parking spaces shall MINIMUM TREE ISLAND be subdivided into separate parking areas of not more than 200 spaces. These parking areas shall be separated by a landscaped area with a minimum width of len (10) feet. iv. Curb stops are required to prevent damage to landscape buffer and plantings by motor vehicles. A landscape buffer expanded by two (2) feet may substitute for the installation of curb stops. v. No parking space shall be more than fifty (50) feet from any tree. vi. Parking lot islands at the ends of rows shall be a minimum of eight (8) feet wide. vii. Landscape areas shall be no less than four (4) feet wide and minimum of ' sixteen (16) square feel in area. viii. If the parking lot is located 50 feet or more from the street right-of-way, no shrubs or berms shall be required unless needed for a headlight screen. 7.15 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE Where parking lots and drives abut the landscaped buffer strip, one (1) shrub (5 gallon minimum) shall be planted per 50 square feet of landscaped buffer strip (see illustration in Appendix C). The number of required shrubs shall be calculated solely on the area of the required landscaped buffer strip. A berm may be used in conjunction with the required shrubs, provided that the intent of the screening is accomplished. The berm must be a minimum of 42 inches above the average grade of the street and parking lot curbs. The slope of the berm shall not exceed a 4 to 1 grade. ix. The required width of landscaped buffer may be reduced by up to 50% during plan review when public improvements are necessary. x. All landscaped areas shall have fully automated underground irrigation systems. A. All landscaped areas shall be protected by a raised six (6) inch concrete curb. Pavement shall not be placed closer than the drip line of the tree at the time of installation, unless a root barrier approved by the Director of Parks & Recreation is utilized. xii. Where an existing parking area is altered or expanded to increase the number of spaces to more than twenty (20) parking spaces, interior landscaping shall be provided on the new portion of the lot in accordance with the above standards. ] 6. Landscaping For Corner Lots - Corner lots at the intersection of two major or larger J thoroughfares classified as P8D, P6D, M6D, M4D, M41J, C4U, shall comply with the following landscaping requirements in addition to the required plantings for the landscaped buffer and parking lot landscaping: a. A minimum 20 foot wide landscaped buffer shall be located along all street rights-of-way beginning at the comer and extending 175 feel or to the closest driveway. Beyond this point, the landscaped edge may be gradually reduced (over a distance of 25 feet) to 15 feet in width; b. Where the City Traffic Engineer has determined the need for a right -tum lane, the landscaped edge may be reduced to a minimum of 10 feel (see Section 8.05.3. Thoroughfare Design Standards); c. A minimum landscaped area of 900 square feel shall be located at the intersection corner of the lot. This landscaped area shall be provided within an area measured a minimum distance of 40 feel from the projected corner of the intersection on both sides of the lot. No trees shall be planted in this area. 7. Landscaping/Screening for Parking Lots Adjacent to Residential Areas - Where parking is within 50 feet of property zoned for residential purposes and is not otherwise screened from view, a continuous screen of evergreen shrubs (5 gallon minimum) of not less than 42 inches in height shall be planted a minimum of four (4) feet on center adjacent to the parking lot. 8. Additional requirements for multi -family districts: a. In addition to the required landscaped buffer, eight (8) square feet of landscaping for each parking space shall be provided within the parking lot to include one (1) shade tree per ten (10) parking spaces, and 7.16 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' b. One (1) shade tree per 1,000 square feet of required open space shall be provided. Supp. No. 2 (1984.9-01) Section 7.05.3. Tree Planting Requirements for New Single-family Residential Development (Attached and Detached). These standards shall apply to all new attached and detached single family residential developments and to any area within a planned development district containing less restrictive landscaping standards: 1. Two (2) shade trees shall be planted for each dwelling unit. 2. All required trees shall be planted prior to request for final building inspection of the dwelling unit. Section 7.05.4. Landscape Maintenance Requirements — All Districts. 1. All plant material shall be maintained in a healthy and growing condition, and must be replaced with plant material of similar variety and size if damaged, destroyed, or Section 7.05.5. Landscape/Irrigation Plan Approval. 1. The applicant shall submit landscape and irrigation plans with all applications for non-residential, multi -family and retirement housing building permits. 2. The applicant shall submit landscape/irrigation plans for areas which include public ' right-of-ways, parks, and greenbelts to the Department of Parks & Recreation. The city shall provide the applicant with a landscape/irrigation review checklist and shall evaluate the appropriateness of the landscape and irrigation plan and may approve them, or approve them subject to stipulations. 7.17 removed. 2. Landscaped areas shall be kept free of trash, litter, weeds, and other such materials or plants not a part of the landscaping. 3. Except in single family (attached or detached) districts, an automatic irrigation system must be installed in all required landscaped areas and all front yards along thoroughfares with a right-of-way in excess of eighty feet (80'-0"). 4. Any person desiring to install and maintain landscaping materials and irrigation facilities within the City right-of-way must first enter into and execute a "Median Right -of -Way Landscape and Irrigation Agreement" with the city. 5. Entryway or amenity features within City right-of-way shall be developed under the responsibility of a Homeowners Association or Commercial Property Owners Association. Documents in accordance with Section 8.20 Mandatory Homeowners' Association of this Code. 6. Diameters of existing trees are measured at 4 feet above grade. If the tree is on a slope, measurement shall be from the high side of the slope. Measure above unusual swells in the trunk. 7. To determine the diameter of a multi -trunk Vee, measure all the trunks; add the total diameter of the largest trunk to A the diameter of each additional trunk. Diameter measurements should be accurate to the nearest % inch. Trees may be measured with a caliper, cruise stick, standard tape measure or diameter tape Section 7.05.5. Landscape/Irrigation Plan Approval. 1. The applicant shall submit landscape and irrigation plans with all applications for non-residential, multi -family and retirement housing building permits. 2. The applicant shall submit landscape/irrigation plans for areas which include public ' right-of-ways, parks, and greenbelts to the Department of Parks & Recreation. The city shall provide the applicant with a landscape/irrigation review checklist and shall evaluate the appropriateness of the landscape and irrigation plan and may approve them, or approve them subject to stipulations. 7.17 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE 3. The applicant shall submit "As Built" plans for areas which include public right-of- ways, parks, and greenbelts drawn to scale. 4. No building site developed prior to May 5, 1996 is required to conform to the Rd requirements of this section unless: a. the site is being redeveloped; or b. there is an increase in the existing square footage of building area of twenty- five percent (25%); or c. there is reconstruction of an existing parking lot. YAP] I ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 Section 7.06. Tree Preservation. — Section 7.06.1. Applicability. This section applies to all trees in the City, except trees on single family lots and duplex lots which have received a final inspection. Section 7.06.2. Tree Removal Permits. No person, directly or indirectly, may Cut down, destroy, remove or effectively destroy through damaging, any tree within the City without first obtaining a Tree Removal Permit, as provided in this section. 1. Damaged Trees. The City must issue a Tree Removal Permit for a Protected Tree, if the Owner requests a Tree Removal Permit and the Protected Tree is: • injured, dying, diseased or infested with harmful insects to the extent that it is not likely to survive; or • is in danger of falling, interfering with utility service or creates an unsafe vision clearance; or • in any manner creates a hazardous or dangerous condition so as to endanger the public health, welfare or safety; or • an Arborist certifies that one or more of the foregoing conditions exist; and . the City inspects the Tree and is satisfied that the foregoing conditions are met 2. Dangerous Conditions. If the Owner determines that an emergency situation exists that requires the immediate removal of a tree to protect the safety of persons or property, then the Owner may remove the tree only to the extent necessary to eliminate the dangerous situation without a Tree Removal Permit. however, the Owner must immediately apply for a Tree Removal Permit. Removal of a tree under this section shall require the Owner to comply with the mitigation requirements of this Section. 3. Denial of an application for Tree Removal Permit or any application of this section may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment. 4. The trees to be removed pursuant to a Tree Removal Permit shall be completely removed from the site within 90 days after the date on the Tree Removal Permit. The Tree Removal Permit may be extended one time for an additional 30 days. If the work is not completed within the time limit, then a new Tree Removal Permit must be applied for and issued before the work can continue. Section 7.06.3. Calculation of Tree Credits. 1. Credits for Tree Preservation. a. For every Protected Tree that is preserved as part of a development, the Owner shall receive Tree Credits, according to the following chart. 6 to 10 caliper inches, 1 credit for each caliper inch 10.1 to 15 caliper inches, 2 credits for each caliper inch Over 15 caliper inches, 3 credits for each caliper inch s b.The City may approve a healthy Unprotected Tree over 12 Caliper inches for Tree Credits if the tree is located outside the floodplain. 2. Negative Credits for Tree Loss. 7.19 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 a. For every Protected Tree removed, including Fence Row Trees, the Owner shall receive negative Tree Credits or shall be required to plant Replacement Trees as follows: Trees 6 to 10 caliper inches, 2 negative credits for each caliper inch 10.1 to 15 caliper inches, 4 negative credits for each caliper inch Trees 15.1 to 24 caliper inches shall require the replanting of Replacement Trees equal to two inches (2') for each caliper inch removed. Replacement trees shall be not less than three (3) caliper inches. This requirement shall be in addition to the requirements of Section 7.05 et seq. Landscaping Requirements. Trees Over 24 caliper inches shall require the replanting of Replacement Trees equal to three inches (3") for each caliper inch removed. Replacement trees shall be not less than three (3) caliper inches. This requirement shall be in addition to the requirements of Section 7.05 at seq. Landscaping Requirements.b. For any healthy Unprotected Tree over 12 caliper inches located outside the floodplain, the Owner shall receive negative Tree Credits calculated at one-ha8 of the caliper inches for such tree if the city determines that the tree should be preserved. 3. Credits for Replacement Trees. a. Provided that the trees are of a species identified as Overstory Trees in Appendix C and approved by the Urban Forester, Trees planted as part of the landscape „. buffer planting and parking lot landscaping shall qualify as Replacement Trees. J b. Each Replacement Tree allowed as a credit must survive in a full healthy state for at least three years. The Owner shall replace any tree allowed as a Credit if it dies or becomes unhealthy during the three-year period following planting. This obligation shall be evidenced in the Tree Mitigation Agreement between the Owner and the city. 4. Calculation. The Owner's total Tree Credits shall be calculated in accordance with the following: Total Tree Credits for Protected Trees preserved, plus Total Tree Credits for healthy Unprotected Trees preserved, less Total healthy desirable Unprotected Trees removed; plus Total Tree Credits for Replacement Trees planted, less Total negative Tree Credits for Protected Trees removed. Supp. No. t (1939-SA1) Section 7.06.4. Replacement of Trees. 1. If the total Tree Credits is a positive number, then there is no obligation to replant Trees under Section 7.06, except as otherwise provided. 2. If the total Tree Credits is a negative number, Owner must enter into a Tree Mitigation Agreement with the City specifying the obligations of the Owner prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or at the time public improvements are y accepted by the City for maintenance, including: J a. The Owner must plant Protected Trees to equal or exceed the Tree Credit number. 7.20 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' b. The City may allow the Owner to plant the Replacement Trees within public parks and rights-of-way selected by the city. c. The Owner may elect to defer the planting of the required Replacement Trees through the escrow of funds to cover the City's cost of planting the Replacement Trees at a later time based on the cost per caliper inch for planting a Tree with a one year replacement guarantee as established in Appendix B. 3. City approval of a Tree Loss Mitigation Plan shall constitute a Tree Mitigation Agreement between the City and the Owner concerning the Owner's obligation to plant replacement trees or to pay money in lieu of replacement. 4. Replacement of trees shall be in accordance with the approved Tree Loss Mitigation Plan approved by the City. In approving the Tree Loss Mitigation Plan, the City shall consider the species, growing characteristics, root systems, soil conditions and proposed location of replacement trees, as well as other mitigation efforts including, but not limited to, the realignment of rights-of-way or relocation of utilities, which minimize tree loss. 5. The minimum caliper for Replacement Trees is three inches (3"). 6. All Replacement Trees shall be planted in accordance with the American Association of Nurserymen, Inc. (AAN) Standard: American Standard for Nursery Stock (ANSI Z60.1, latest edition). 7. City shall permit payment in -lieu of planting Replacement Trees only in the following circumstances: a. The tract is too small to allow on-site replacement; or b. The City declines to allow the planting of Replacement Trees in City parks or public rights-of-way; or c. There is no suitable location for the planting of Replacement Trees. A suitable location is one provided with adequate irrigation, proper soils and drainage, and other conditions requisite for the survival of Replacement Trees. Supp. No. 1 (1939-5-01) Section 7.06.5. Guidelines for Tree Protection. The Owner shall adhere to the following tree protection measures on all building sites: 1. Prior to construction or land development, all Protected Trees shall be clearly marked; 2. A protective fence shall be erected around each Protected Tree or group of Protected Trees at least beyond the drip line of such Tree; 3. During construction, no access is permitted within the protective fence for any purpose, except cleaning trash that has entered the area; 4. No attachments or wires of any kind, other than those of a protective nature and ' approved by the Parks & Recreation Department, may be attached to any Protected Tree; 7.21 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE Any grade changes, retaining walls, tree wells or other construction activity within ten feet of the drip line of a Protected Tree shall require approval of the City. Section 7.06.6. Fence Row Tree Preservation. 1. The Owner shall preserve all Fence Row Trees in a residential development by providing a 15 -foot protected area centered seven and one-half foot on each side of the centerline of the Fence Row Trees. 2. The Owner shall preserve all Fence Row Trees in non-residential developments by providing a 15 -foot protected area centered seven and one-half foot on each side of the centerline of the Fence Row Trees, unless the Planning & Zoning Commission determines that the location of the Fence Row Trees in the non-residential development is such that the property cannot be developed because of the Fence Row Trees. 3. Except as provided below, the Owner shall not remove Fence Row Trees within the protected area for the purpose of installing utility lines, digging trenches (including irrigation trenches), pouring alley paving, or constructing, erecting or placing any structures. Fence Row Trees may only be removed to provide access to an existing alley on the other side of the Fence Row. However, these Fence Row Trees shall accrue negative Tree Credits as part of the development. 4. The Chief Building Official or his designee shall approve all residential fences proposed to be located in the protected area. Section 7.06.7. Special Provisions for Agriculture/Open Space Property. This section applies to real property having an Agriculture -Open Space zoning district ' classification, or having an agricultural exemption for taxation purposes. 1. There is no requirement that the Owner comply with the mitigation provisions of this Code at the time of the tree removal. However, the property is still subject to the development requirements at such time as development occurs and the Trees removed shall be counted as part of the Tree Credits. The Owner must provide a notice in the real property records acknowledging the obligation to mitigate the Tree removal. 2. No Tree Removal Permit may be issued under this section of the Code for any trees that are Fence Row Trees or are Historic Trees. Section 7.06.8. Historic Tree Preservation. No Tree Removal Penna may be issued for a Historic Tree unless the Owner establishes that preserving the Historic Tree constitutes an unreasonable financial hardship on the Owner. Appeals from this determination shall be to the Board of Adjustment. Section 7.06.9 Enforcement The Urban Forester shall be authorized to approve Tree Loss Mitigation Plans and to enforce other provisions of this section. The Urban Forester shall be an employee of the City and certified as an arborist by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or registered as a Landscape Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners. Supp. No.1 (1939-5-01) 7.22 j b I ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE Section 7.07. Fences 8 Walls. EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 In any residential district or along the common boundary between any residential or non- residential district where a wall separation is erected, or where a screening wall or fence is required as provided herein, the following standards shall be observed: 1. Height of Fence or Wall: a. Any living plant screen erected or placed in the front yard shall not exceed four (4) feel in height above the adjacent grade. No fence, walls, structures or buildings shall be allowed in the front yard. b. Any fence, wall, or living plant screen �" "�•'•'°' erected or placed behind the minimum required front yard line may be erected or maintained to a maximum height of eight (8) °�• feel above the adjacent grade. �. c. No fence, screen, wall or other visual barrier shall be placed in such a manner as to ° obstruct the vision of motor vehicle drivers a I� '''�"• approaching any street intersection. At all CT - intersections, clear vision shall be ......••«••• maintained across the corner for a distance z0.�s. Flqu• 1 of 45 feet back from a projected curb line corner along both intersecting streets. (See Figure 1.) d. No fence, screen, wall or other visual barrier shall be placed in such a manner asto obstruct the vision of motor vehicle drivers approaching any alley intersection. At all intersections of an alley with a street, clear vision shall be maintained across the comer for a distance of 20 feet back from a projected curb line corner along the intersection of the alley and street. e. A sight distance of 200 feet shall be maintained at all street intersections. 2. Construction of Screening Walls or Visual Barriers a. When screening walls are required by this Code, an approved eight (8) foot masonry wall, or alternate design approved by the Commission, shall be required. b. No living plant walls shall be allowed in city right-of- way. c. Subdivision or Development Entry walls shall be located within a dedicated easement of not less than five feet (5'-0") in width at a location approved by the city. No structure shall be permitted which obstructs visibility within the public rights-of-way. d. Traffic barriers shall be a minimum of three and one- half feet (42") in height and approved by the City Traffic Engineer where • two streets are in close proximity to each; or • an alley is adjacent to City of Allen park land or open space; or • an alley is adjacent to a street. 7.23 Figure 2. EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE (See Figure 2. and 3) e. The construction of all screening walls, entry walls, and traffic barrier standards shall conform to the Appendix F. Construction Details - Paving and shall be equally finished on both sides of the wall. f. Walls or entry features constructed on public right-of-way shall be included in a two- year maintenance bond, and shall be maintained by the developer during this period. After the city accepts public improvements, the mandatory Homeowners' Association required pursuant to Section 8.20. of this Code shall be responsible for maintenance. Figure 3. g. All required screening shall meet clearances required by affected utility companies. Wall -mounted equipment, including meters (such as banks of electric meters on the rear or side wall of multi -tenant buildings), shall be screened from public streets by one of the following methods. i. Landscaping, including trees or evergreen shrubbery. ii. Masonry walls in conjunction with landscaping. iii. Wall -mounted screening devices, such as cabinets or partitions that are architecturally compatible with the facade. 3. Utilities a. All new utility installations, including, but not limited to, electrical, gas, television, and telephone/telecommunication shall be placed underground, except that electrical transmission (59 or more Kilovolts) may be located overhead providing that this requirement does not conflict with existing utility service regulations. b. New development shall assume responsibility for all expense related to the underground placement of utilities. c. Utility meters and other utility apparatus, including, but not limited to transformers, shall be located to the rear of the structure unless adequately screened from view of public streets and adjoining properties. Adequately screened from view shall include screening, as well as the utilization of landscaping and other site elements. Supp. No.2 (1984-9-01) 7.24 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 4. Screening Walls or Visual Barriers Required. A screening wall shall be erected or placed in all locations and in accordance with the following provisions: a. A screening wall must be eight (8) feet in height and composed of masonry, aluminum or wrought iron. The masonry material must have no openings constituting more than forty (40) square inches per square foot of surface area (approximate openings = 28%). Wrought iron is allowed concomitant with landscaped screening. b. All openings in the wall shall be equipped with gates equal in height and equivalent screening characteristics. c. All approved screening walls must be erected prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. d. All screening walls shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner as a condition of use. Failure to adequately maintain such screening wall is cause for revocation of the Certificate of Occupancy. e. Screening walls or visual barriers are required adjacent to existing residential uses and shall be placed and maintained by the property owner at the following locations: i. Along any property line or district boundary between any single-family detached or attached or any two-family use and any multi -family, mobile home park, commercial, or industrial use, but not across a dividing street between such uses. if. Along any property line or district boundary between any multi -family use and any commercial or industrial use, but not across a dividing street between such uses. iii. Along any arterial or collector adjacent to the rear property line of residential lots or adjacent to a rear alley serving residential lots. iv. Along the side yard of any residential lot adjacent to any arterial. v. All allowed open storage or materials, equipment, or commodities shall be screened from view from all streets. Materials, equipment, or commodities shall be stacked no higher than one (1) foot above the top of the screening wall or visual barrier. vi. Garbage, trash, or refuse containers shall not be located in front of the main building, and shall be screened from view of the public. vii. All wrecking yards, junkyards, or salvage yards shall be screened on all sides. viii. All loading facilities facing any street shall be screened from view from the street. ix. An alternative to these provisions may be allowed, or additional provisions required by the Planning 8 Zoning Commission or City Council. Supp. No. 1 (1939.5-01) Section 7.08. Performance Standards. 1. All Residential Districts permit uses allowed in more restrictive residential districts. e.g. uses permitted in R-4 Single Family Residential Districts are permitted in R-5 Single 7.25 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE Family Residential Districts. 2. All uses shall be conducted wholly within an enclosed building and required yards shall not be used for display, sale or storage of merchandise or for the storage of vehicles, equipment, containers or waste material unless otherwise specifically provided or as approved with a Specific Use Permit. 3. No fence, structure, or planting higher than three and one-half (3%:) feet above the established street grades, nor any tree with foliage extending below ten (10) feet above the established street grades, shall be maintained within twenty (20) feet of any street intersection. 4. In all zoning districts, any permitted principal or accessory use shall conform in operation, location and construction to the performance standards administered by County, Slate or Federal agencies. All uses, including those which may be allowed by PD- Planned Development District or S.U.P. — Specific Use Permit, shall conform to the appropriate standard for noise, smoke and particulate matter, odorous matter, fire, explosive hazard, toxic and noxious matter, vibration and glare. a. Noise. i. A person shall not conduct any use that creates a noise level that exceeds the standards established in this section. ii. Noise will be measured with a sound level meter or octave band analyzer meeting the standards prescribed by the American Standards Association. iii. Traffic, aircraft and other background noises are not considered in measuring noise levels except when such noises are generated on and as a result of the uses subject to investigation for possible noise violations. iv. For purposes of this section, the base zoning district within a Planned Development District shall establish the land use classification for purposes of this section. v. The requirements of this section do not apply to: a) Noises not directly under control of the property user. b) Noises emanating from construction and maintenance activities during daytime hours. c) Noises of safety signals, warning devices and emergency pressure relief valves. vi. At no point at the bounding property line of any use shall the sound pressure level of any daytime operation or activity (between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.) exceed the following standards: Zoning District or Land Use Classification Maximum Permissible daytime Dedbel Limit Residential (RI through R7, MH, MF18, MF24, 2F, TH) 56 dBA Non -Residential (LR, I.C. GB, SC, GO, 0, OT, TR, IT) 63 dBA Corridor Commercial and Industrial (CC, U. HI) 70 dBA vii. The maximum daytime (between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.) noise levels shall be 7.26 h I ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 adjusted by (a) Subtracting 7 dBA for noise present during night-time hours; (b) Subtracting 7 dBA for noise that is impulsive (meter reading changes at a rate greater than 10 dBA/second) (c) Adding 10 dBA when: Noise "on time" of no more than And "off time" between successive "on times" of at least Decibels added to permitted noise level 0.5 minutes 30 minutes 10 dBA 5.0 minutes 60 minutes 10 dBA 10.0 minutes 120 minutes 10 dBA 20.0 minutes 240 minutes 10 dBA "Off time" is when the level of the primary noise measured does not exceed that of the background noise by more than 5 dBA. b. Fire and Explosive Hazard Material: i. No use involving the manufacture or storage of compounds or products which decompose by detonation except that chlorates, nitrates, perchlorates, phosphorous and similar substances and compounds in small quantities for use by industry, school laboratories, druggists or wholesalers may be permitted when approved by the Fire Department. ii. The storage and use of all flammable liquids and materials such as pyroxylin plastics, nitrocellulose film, solvents and petroleum products shall be permitted only when such storage or use is approved by the Fire Department. c. Toxic and Noxious Matter - No operation or use shall emit toxic or noxious matter exceeding ten per cent (10%) of the threshold concentration or exposure for an industrial worker as set forth by the Texas Slate Department of Health (Threshold Limit Values Occupational Health Regulation No. 3), as it may be amended from time to time. d. Vibration - No operation or use shall create earth -borne vibration which exceeds the following displacement in the frequency ranges specified: Frepuencv (in cvcles/second Oto 10 10 to 20 20 to 30 30 to 40 40 and Over Disolacement (in inches 0.0010 0.0008 0.0005 0.0004 0.0003 e. Smoke and Particulate Matter - No operation or use in any district shall cause, create or allow the emission or release for more than three minutes in any one hour any air contaminants which, at the point of emission or within the bounds of the property are: i. In violation of the standards specified by the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC). 7.27 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ii. Of such opacity as to obscure an observer's view to a degree equal to or greater than that prescribed in a. above, unless the presence of uncombined water is the only reason for failure to comply or when the emission or release is contained in a manner preventing escape into the outside atmosphere. iii. The emission of particulate matter from all sources shall not exceed 0.5 pounds per acre of property within the plant site in any one hour. iv. Open storage and open processing operations, including on-site transportation movements displacing airborne dust or other particulate matter such as paint spraying, grain handling, sand or gravel processing or storage, or sand blasting, generating particulate matter in concentrations exceeding four (4) grains per one thousand (1,000) cubic feet of air. f. Odorous Matter - No use or operation shall create a nuisance by generating odors found to be offensive to the public as established by the American Society for Testing Materials A.S.T.M.D. (Standard Method for Measurement of Odor in Atmospheres). g. Waste Materials - No use or operation shall discharge into the open, onto the ground, or into any drainage way, open pit or pond, any waste materials, liquids, residue or by-products for storage, decomposition, disposal or fill. Supp. No. 1 (1939-601) 7.28 11 I ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE Section 7.09. Sign Regulations. EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 Section 7.09.1. Purpose. The purpose of these regulations is to encourage aesthetically pleasing design consistent with the standards of the adopted Comprehensive Plan and to establish uniform standards for the placement of signs. Section 7.09.2. Definitions. The following terms are defined for purposes of this section as follows: 1. Animation — copy or other images that flash or move. 2. Code Enforcement Officer— the Chief Building Official or his designee. 3. Cop — letters, characters, illustrations, logos, graphics, symbols, writing or any combination thereof, designed to communicate information of any kind, or to advertise, announce or identify a person, entity, business, business product, or to advertise the sale, rental or lease of premises. 4. Copy Area: the area of the sign containing any copy, including the area between separate lines of text and the area between text and any symbol, sign, logo or graphic. 5. Design Overlay District — an area or areas within the Central Business District designated by the City Council and subject to specific design criteria. 6. Easement — the property right of one person or entity over the real property of another. 7. Facade — any separate face of a building, including parapet walls and omitted wall lines, or any part of a building which encloses or covers usable space. Where separate faces are oriented in the same direction or in directions within 45 degrees of one another, they are to be considered as part of a single fagade. 8. Luminescent gaseous tubing-- exposed tubes used in or as signs which contain inert gases, including but not limited to, neon, argon and krypton. 9. Non-combustible material — any material that will not ignite at or below a temperature of 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit and will not continue to burn or glow at that temperature or shall have a Flame spread of 25 or less. 10. Owner — the owner of the sign, land or structure, or person responsible for erecting, altering, replacing, relocating, or repairing the sign or structure. 11. Sian — any medium, including its structure and component parts, including a name, identification, description, display and/or illustration, beacon, light, insignia which is affixed, directly or indirectly to or upon any building, structure, or vehicle, or erected inside a building or vehicle and visible from the exterior of the building or vehicle, or erected or maintained on any lot or tract of land which directs attention to an object, product, service, place, activity, person, institution, organization or business without regard to the message content or lack thereof. 12. Sign Area - the gross surface area of the sign, including a single surface of a sign with messages on both sides, the sum of all surfaces where two or more signs share a single structure, the gross surface area of both faces of a V-shaped sign; and the copy area of a monument sign. In the case of an irregularly shaped sign, the sign area is calculated by enclosing the extreme limits of the sign by no more than four (4) rectangles. The sum of the area of the rectangles shall be the gross surface area. The maximum allowable area is reduced by 10% for the second and each subsequent rectangle used in the calculation. 7.29 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE Base Allowable area — the area calculated by measuring the horizontal length of the a. facade adjacent to a public street of a major building and multiplying by two. b. Maximum Allowable area — the maximum area of any sign permitted under this Code. 13. Sian Heiaht — the vertical height of a freestanding sign measured from the top of the adjacent curb to the highest point of the sign or its structure. 14. Sian Setback — the horizontal distance between a sign and the front or side property line, as measured from that part of the sign, including its extremities and supports, nearest any point on an imaginary vertical plane projecting vertically from the front or side property line. 15. Sian Types - signs meeting the following criteria: a. Address Sian - a sign that displays only the assigned numbers and street name. b. Attached Sian — any sign attached to, applied on or supported by any part of a building enclosing usable space, including walls, roofs, canopies, awnings, or arcades. C. Awning Sion - a sign that is painted directly on canvas or other material with a framework that creates a sloped shading device for windows and/or entryways. d. Banner - a single sign or linked grouping of pennants of flexible material (e.g. cloth, paper, vinyl, etc.). Banners will include all flags or pennants that are not national, state or municipal flags, or the official flag of a public institution. e. Beacon (or Searchlight) - a source of high-intensity light with one or more beams directed into the atmosphere or any other point; or any light with one or more 1 J beams that rotate or move. f. Billboard - an off -premises outdoor display panel designed to carry advertising. g. Building marker - a sign indicating the name of a building and date and information about the structure's historical significance, which is cut into or an integral part of a wall surface; or a wall -mounted or freestanding plaque of bronze or other permanent material describing such information. This is not an address sign. h. Canopy Sign - any sign that is an integral part of or is attached above or below a canopy, awning, or other protective cover and include signs hung from the underside of a canopy structure either parallel or perpendicular to the building's fagade; signs or letters mounted on the top of the canopy structure; signs on the fascia of canopies such as those used by gasoline stations; and those attached to a roof overhang or porch that is not an integral part of the roof that encloses the interior of a structure I. Changeable Copy Sion - a freestanding sign, or wall -mounted sign, or part of a larger freestanding sign, usually of secondary importance, describing with manually interchangeable plastic letters and symbols movie listings, lunch specials, welcome greetings, etc. Such a sign type incudes bulletin boards and theater marquees. This sign type is distinguished from a message center. j. Civic Group Sign — a sign identifying groups such as Rotary, Lions Club, Jaycees, etc. k. Conforming Sion - a sign which is lawfully in place on a tract of land which complies with all zoning regulations. 7.30 EXHIBIT W ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 I. Construction Sian - a sign which indicates the names of architects, engineers, landscape architects, contractors, and/or sponsors, etc. having a role or interest with respect to the structure or project. M. Directional Sion - any sign relating solely to internal pedestrian and vehicular traffic circulation within a complex or project without any form of advertising. n. FI_ac�- fabric containing distinctive colors and patterns that represent an official symbol of a nation, stale, school, religious group, or other type of public institution. o. Flashing Sian - any sign that incorporates the use of a pulsating, blinking, or rotating light source, including a light source that changes or alternates the color of the light in sequence. P. Fiver - any advertising circular mounted with glue, nailed, stapled, or otherwise affixed to a pole, fence, wall or other structure. q. For Sale Rent or Lease Sign - a sign that advertises the availability for sale, rent or lease of a tract of land, a structure, or portions of a structure. r. Freestanding Sign - any type of sign supported by structures or supports that are placed on or anchored in, the ground; are structurally independent of any building or other structure; and are intended to be permanent, including pole, pylon and monument signs. Advertising display supported by uprights or braces in or upon the ground; or any forms that are rigidly affixed or attached to the ground, including but not limited to signs placed on benches, gasoline pumps, oil racks, vending machines, etc. are free-standing signs. ' S. Garage Sale Sign -a temporary sign advertising occasional sales on residential premises. t. Highway Sign - a freestanding off -premises sign or billboard located within 660 feet of any state or federal highway right-of-way and visible from the main traveled way requiring an Outdoor Advertising License from the Texas Department of Transportation. U. Identification Sign -a sign identifying a complex or group of buildings which does not include the names of individual tenants. V. Inflatable Sian- any hollow sign expanded or enlarged by the use of air or gas. W. Illuminated Sign - any sign which has characters, letters, figures, designs or outline illuminated directly or indirectly by electric lights, luminous tubes or other means. X. Lamppost Sign - a hanging sign attached by metal hinges to a cast iron or cast aluminum tapered and fluted post. Y. Menu Boards - an on-site display of menu items at a drive-in or drive-thru restaurant. Z. Message Center - a sign that changes messages electronically with either an alternating light board, flip panels, or such devices. An alternating time and temperature display is considered a message center sign. ' aa. Model Home Sign - a sign identifying model homes and model home parks, including sales offices. 7.31 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE bb. CC. dd. ee. ff. 99- hh. A. kk. EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-"l Monument Sian - a freestanding sign having a low profile, mounted on a solid base made of stone, concrete, metal, brick or similar materials designed to complement the architecture of the building or complex. Multi -Tenant Complex Sian - a sign with a primary facility name and a list of the individual stores or businesses mounted on one structural element. Such a sign type includes signage describing a mall arrangement, a strip -center development, an industrial park complex, or a multi -tenant structure or complex of buildings with a unifying name and a listing of businesses contained within the grouping. An identification sign without listing of individual tenants is not a Multi - Tenant Complex sign. See Identification Sign. Mural — a work of art applied directly to a wall, ceiling, or floor surface where fortes and/or figures are the dominant elements and not intended for commercial advertising. Any form of wording or logo shall be of secondary nature to a mural. Name Plate — a sign showing only the name and address of the owner or occupant of the premises. Non -Conforming Sian - a sign which does not conform to the requirements of the current regulations which, when removed, shall be required to conform to adopted standards. Occupation Sign — a sign showing only the name and occupation of the owner or occupant of the premises. Obsolete /Abandoned Sian - a sign that advertises a product or service no longer available or a business no longer in operation; a sign which is illegible, non functional, in disrepair, or hazardous as a result of lack of maintenance; a non- conforming sign structure that has lost legal status as a result of abandonment or lack of use. Official Sign - a sign erected by a governmental agency within its territorial jurisdiction for the purpose of carrying out an official duty or responsibility and including, but not limited to, traffic signs and signals, zoning signs, and street signs. Special lighting or banners celebrating seasonal or civic events sponsored and/or endorsed by the City Council may be Official signs. Off -Premise Sign — a sign displaying copy that pertains to a business, person, organization, activity, event, place, service, or product not principally located or primarily manufactured or sold on the premises on which the sign is located. On -Premise Sign - a sign which advertises or directs attention to a business, person, organization, activity, event, place, service, or product which is manufactured and/or available on the premises where the sign is located. Permanent Sign — an attached or detached sign placed in a fixed location or affixed to a permanent structure of a maximum height and area described in Table 7.23. mm. Pole Sign — a sign mounted on a single pole. nn. Political Sign - a temporary sign pertaining to a national, state, or local election and erected for the sole purpose of advertising a political candidate, political party or ballot measure. oo. Portable Sign - a sign not permanently attached or affixed to the ground or other permanent structure, or a sign designed to be transported or moved from place to place, including, but not be limited to signs designed to be transported by 7.32 H 1 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 means of wheels; signs converted to A- or T -frames; menu and sandwich boards; balloons or any other inflatable forms; umbrellas used for advertising; statues or figures situated on a trailer; or Vehicular signs. ' pp. Proiecting Sion - any sign affixed to a building or wall in such a manner that its leading edge extends more than twelve inches beyond the surface of the building or wall. qq. Protective Sian — a sign intended to safeguard the premises, including but not limited to, "No parking," "No trespassing; 'Bad Dog," "No dumping," "No Solicitors" and the like. rr. Roof Sion - an advertising display that is erected, constructed, or mounted on the roof of a structure which encloses the interior space. Signs mounted on an overhang or covering of an entryway or porch are considered Canopy signs. ss. Seasonal Decorations — special lighting or banners celebrating seasonal events or holidays. tt. Security Sian — a sign which identifies emergency telephone numbers, hours, and security information. uu. Special Events Sian — signs, banners, pennants or lights as may be authorized for special events. W. Subdivision Entrance sign - a sign identifying the name of a subdivision without any other information. ww. Street Sian — a signor signs located at the intersection of a public street. M. Temporary Signs — a sign which is to be removed within a specified period of time or upon the occurrence of a specified event meeting the height and area requirements of Table 7.22. yy. Traffic Sign — a sign required to provide for the safety of the traveling public which is placed in accord with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). zz. Vehicular Sign — a sign attached to or upon any vehicle where that vehicle is parked within 20 feet of a public right-of-way and is stopped, parked, or allowed to remain in the same location for any period exceeding 24 hours if the vehicle contains arrows, directional information or promotional advertising relating to a business. aaa. V-shaped Sign — a freestanding sign constructed of two (2) panels in the forth of a V when seen from above, with a maximum angle between the panels of 45 degrees. bbb. Wall Sign - an attached display affixed to a wall or structure that does not project more than 12 inches from the building. See Attached sign. ccc. Window Sion - a sign that is applied or attached to the exterior or interior of a transparent window or glass door. ddd. Zoning Sign — a sign required pursuant to Section 4.06 (5) of this Code located on property for which a zoning change has been requested. 16. Visibility Triangle — the area within a right angle formed by extending the curb lines of intersecting streets from the point of intersection for a distance of 45 feet to the r1WN ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 hypotenuse, or for streets intersecting a driveway or alley for a. distance of 20 feet to the hypotenuse. 17. Zoning Districts — the zoning district in which the sign is located, described as follows: a. Single-family Residential District — includes area located in districts zoned R-1, R- 1.5, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5, R-6, and R-7 Single-family Residential and Single-family Residential Estate Districts. b. Multi -family Residential District — includes area located in districts zoned 2-F Duplex, TH- Townhouse, MF -12 and MF -18 MU111-family, and CBD -Mixed Use Residential Districts. c. Office and Office Technology District - — includes area located in districts zoned GO — Garden Office, O — Office, OT- Office Technology, TR -Technology Research Districts, and CBD -Office. d. Commercial/Retail District - includes area located in districts zoned LR -Local Retail, SC -Shopping Center, LC -Light Commercial, GB -General Business, CC -Corridor Commercial, CBD -Retail and CBD -Self Storage. e. Design Overlay District — an overlay district in the Central Business District subject to specific design guidelines. f. Industrial District - includes area located in districts zoned IT -Industrial Technology, LI -Light Industrial, and HI -Heavy Industrial. g. Institutional District - includes area located in districts zoned CF -Community Facilities and CBD -Institutional. h. CBD Mixed Use District — includes CBD — Mixed Use Residential, CBD — Retail/Office, CBD-Institutional/Office. Section 7 09.3. Nuisances. The following signs are deemed a public nuisance and may be removed and impounded without prior notice: 1. Any sign erected, constructed or placed in a manner that constitutes a traffic hazard; and, 2. Any sign erected in or over any public right-of-way. Section 7.09.4. Prohibited Signs. The following signs are prohibited: 1. Off -Premise temporary real estate directional signs. 2. Portable Signs. 3. Vehicular Signs. 4. Any sign that uses any combination of forms, words, colors or lights which imitate emergency or traffic signs or signals. 5. Any Illuminated sign within 150 feet of any Single-family Residential District. 6. Any sign erected or affixed within or projecting over any public right-of-way except Official Signs, Special Events Signs authorized by the City Council, or Subdivision Entrance Signs. 7.34 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' 7. Any sign located within the visibility triangle at the intersection of any public street with a public street, driveway, or alley, and which does not maintain a minimum sight clearance of 200 feet. 8. Any flashing sign, beacon, or any sign that flutters, undulates, swings, rotates or moves. 9. Any Message Center displaying any information except time and temperature. 10. Any banner, flag, balloon, or pennant is prohibited, except as otherwise provided. 11. Any flyers attached, affixed, stapled or glued to a pole, fence, wall or other structure. 12. Highway Signs or Billboards, with the exception of billboards existing on effective date Of these regulations. 13. Signs painted directly on the surface of a building or structure. 14. Any display or advertisement that includes any obscene, indecent or immoral matter. 15. Any sign which exceeds the maximum height and area requirements established in Tables 7.22, 7.23, 7.24, and any temporary sign exceeding the time limits established in Table 7.23. 16. Any obsolete/abandoned sign. Supp. No. 1 (1939-5-01) Section 7.09.5. General Regulations. 1. Temporary Signs shall comply with the requirements of Table 7.22 for maximum height, maximum allowable area, maximum number of signs, minimum spacing and setback requirements, and subject to time or event restrictions. 2. Permanent Signs shall comply with the requirements of Table 7.23 for maximum height, maximum allowable area, maximum number of signs, and minimum spacing and setback requirements. 3. All Permanent Signs located in the Central Business District shall comply with the requirements of Table 7.24 for maximum height, maximum allowable area, maximum number of signs, and minimum spacing and setback requirements. 4. Illuminated Signs require an electrical contractor voucher to be filed with Building and Code Compliance Department. All Illuminated Signs shall meet the requirements of the Underwriters Laboratory and the City of Allen Electrical Code. 5. No sign shall be erected, relocated or maintained in a manner that prevents the free ingress or egress from any door, window or fire escape. 6. No sign shall be attached to a standpipe or fire escape except Official Signs. 7. Any sign erected or maintained within five (5) feet of the public rights-of-way shall be smooth and free of nails, tacks and wires. S. Gooseneck reflectors and lights are permitted on Freestanding and Wall Signs provided that lighting or glare does not extend beyond the property line. ' 9. Permanent Signs of eight feet (8'-0") in height or less shall be monument type. 10. Attached Permanent Signs and Free -Standing. Signs shall be designed to resist a 100 mile -per -hour lateral wind load, and shall be constructed to receive dead bad as required by the City of Allen Building Code. 7.35 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE 11. The structural elements of Permanent Signs shall be constructed of materials that are noncombustible and may be supported by noncombustible materials only, and finished in a presentable manner. Wood or unpainted steel supports are prohibited. Heavy timber and other materials may be used only if approved by the Chief Building Official. 12. Off -Premise Signs permitted under these regulations and located in Office and Office Technology, Commercial/Retail, Industrial, Institutional, CBD Mixed Use or Multi -Family Residential Districts require the written consent of the property owner or multi -family complex manager. The consent shall be filed with the Chief Building Official. Section 7.09.6. Signs Requiring Approval of the Sign Control Board. The following signs are prohibited unless approved by the Sign Control Board: 1. Civic Group Signs. 2. Murals. 3. Public service structures, such as bus stop and crossing guard shelters, park benches, trash receptacles with advertising limited to name, logo, hours of operation, address, telephone, and a single promotional slogan. 4. Renewals of all temporary signs that require a permit. 5. Signs proposed in conjunction with the approval of any Specific Use Permit for Outdoor Storage and Display. The Sign Control Board shall review sign proposals prior to the consideration of a Specific Use Permit for Outdoor Storage and Display by the Planning and Zoning Commission and shall forward their recommendation to the Commission as part of the approval process. 6. Subdivision Entry Signs. Supp. Na.1 (1939.6-01) Section 7.09.7. Signs Not Requiring a Permit. The following signs which do not exceed the requirements of Table 7.22 or 7.23 do not require a permit: 1. Protective Signs which may be affixed to walls and fences. 2. For sale, lease or rent signs. 3. Political Signs. 4. Name Plates. 5. Occupational signs. 6. Memorial signs or tablets. 7. Garage Sale Signs. 8. Security Signs. 9. Window Signs. 10. Official Signs. , 11. Seasonal Decorations. 7.36 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 7.09.8. Temporary Signs. 7.09.8.1. Political Signs. 1. The owner or occupant of any premises may erect Political Signs for a period of 30 days prior to any election and shall remove the signs within two days after the election. 2. Political Signs on any property are limited to one grouping, defined as an area not exceeding 100 square feet and contained within the same lot, limited to the number of candidates running for a particular office, with only one sign per candidate. 3. The written consent of the property owner is required for all Political Signs located on vacant property and that of the property manager or homeowner's association for all political signs located on multi -family property. The written permission shall be filed with the Chief Building Official. 4. There is no limit to the number of Political Signs less than or equal to three square feet in area. Each candidate or issue is permitted a maximum of len signs larger than three square feet, with a maximum sign area of sixteen square feet for each sign. Supp. No. 1 (1939-601) 7.09.8.2. Special Events Signs. 1. Owners shall be allowed a maximum of three permits per year for Special Events Signs and Banners, with a minimum of 90 days between permits. 2. Inflatable Signs, Balloons and Banners are permitted for a single "Grand Opening" event lasting no more than twenty-one (21) days. 3. Banners, Pennants, Balloons and Inflatable Signs shall be securely tethered, fastened or affixed to prevent flapping, fluttering, swinging or moving. 7.09.9. Freestanding Signs. 1. No Freestanding Sign shall be located less than thirty feet from any adjacent property line nor less than 100 feet from any single-family residential district. 2. Monument signs shall be permitted a maximum copy area and a maximum structure size based on the zoning district in which the sign is located. Monument Signs shall harmonize aesthetically with the architecture of the establishment it serves. 3. Freestanding Signs shall be protected by wheel or bumper guards when required by the Chief Building Official. 4. Supporting poles, towers, guys or braces are not allowed. 5. Freestanding Signs shall be placed in concrete base or footings. 6. Pole Signs for gas, food, or lodging, may not be located more than 100 feet from the right-of-way line of U.S. 75. The maximum height shall be measured either from the property line, the surface of the abutting service road, or the principal lanes of the ' freeway, adjacent to the sign location. 7. The location of any Freestanding Sign must comply with horizontal and vertical clearance requirements of any utility company with overhead lines. 7.37 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 Section 7.09.10. Attached (Wall or Roof) Signs. 1. Attached Signs shall not extend more than four (4) feet above roof or parapet wall. 2. Copy painted, stenciled, affixed, or otherwise applied to any awning shall be included in the calculation of maximum allowable copy area. 3. Canopy Signs in any zoning district shall be installed so that the lowest edge is not less than nine feet above the sidewalk. Canopy Signs shall be included in the calculation of maximum allowable copy area. 4. Roof signs intended to be visible from the air shall, when projected to ground level, form an angle with the ground plane of less than 25 degrees. Section 7.09.11. Sign Permit Required. Except as otherwise provided, it shall be unlawful for any person to erect, atter, or relocate within the City any sign without first obtaining a sign permit from the Chief Building Official. The permit may cover more than one sign, but shall apply to only one applicant and one location. Applications for sign permits shall contain or have attached thereto the following information: 1. Name, address, and telephone number of owner of the land or structure where the sign is to be constructed, erected or placed. 2. Name, address, and telephone number of the person responsible for erecting, altering, replacing, relocating, or repairing the sign or structure. 3. Location of building, structure, or lot to which or upon which the sign is to be constructed, attached erected, or placed. 4. Position of the sign in relation to nearby buildings or structures, including other signs. 5. Two blueprints or ink drawings of the plans and specifications including electrical wiring and the method of construction and attachment to the building or in the ground. 6. Copy of stress sheets and calculations showing the structure is designed for dead load and wind pressure. 7. The zoning classification of the property on which the sign is to be or is located and the zoning classification of all property within two hundred fifty (250) feet. 8. Advertising copy for the proposed sign face. 9. Highway Signs require the submission of a copy of the Stale permit prior to issuance of City permit. 10. The location of overhead utilities and the acknowledgement of any private utility company concerning vertical and horizontal clearance requirements at the location proposed. 11. Such other information as the Chief Building Official may require, including certfcation by a registered professional engineer if deemed necessary to insure compliance with the structural requirements. Section 7.09.12. Issuance and Term of Sign Permit. The Chief Building Official shall examine all applications for sign permits and examine plans, specifications, other data and the premises upon which it is proposed to erect or repair any sign, and shall issue a sign permit If the sign or sign meets all requirements of the City, or shall refer the sign to the Sign Control Board for approval if required by this Code. Sign Permits expire ninety (90) days after issuance. 7.38 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ' Whenever any work for which a permit is required has commenced without first obtaining a permit, a special investigation shall be made before a permit may be issued. An investigation fee in addition to the permit fee may be collected at such time as a permit is issued. The investigation fee shall be an additional fee equal to the amount of the permit fee. Section 7.09.13. Existing Nonconforming Signs. Any Non -Conforming Sign in existence prior to the adoption of these regulations may be repaired, but not altered or moved unless made to conform to these regulations. If the sign is removed in order to make repairs, it shall be replaced within thirty (30) days, or the permit is void. Thereafter, the sign shall conform to the requirements of this Section. Notwithstanding other provisions of this Section, any sign or signs for which a temporary permit has been issued by the City shall be permitted to remain at the location or locations authorized by the permit for as long as the permit is valid and all the requirements of the permit have been met. Section 7.09.14. Removal of Certain Signs. 1. The Chief Building Official shall, without the requirement of notice, order the immediate removal of all signs deemed to be a nuisance under Section 7.09.3. 2. Any existing sign that no longer advertises a bona fide business conducted or product sold on the premises, shall be removed by and at the expense of the property owner within thirty (30) days. 3. The copy on a conforming monument sign that no longer advertises a bona fide business conducted or product sold on the premises shall be removed within thirty (30) ' days. 4. The structure, pole, frame, and copy of a non -conforming sign which no longer advertises a bona fide business conducted or product sold on the premises shall be removed in its entirety or altered to meet the requirements of these regulations within thirty (30) days. 5. The Chief Building Official shall provide a ten (10) day written notice to the property owner to cure or correct any sign found to be unsafe, insecure, or a menace to the public. If the owner fails to cure or correct, the Chief Building Official shall order the sign removed. The costs of removal shall be assessed against the property and a lien filed in Collin County, unless payment is tendered within thirty (30) days. 6. Chief Building Official shall not process any application nor issue any permit for a sign located on the same premises or for any other premises of an owner in violation of Section 7.09. 7. Prohibited signs confiscated by the City will be stored for ten (10) days, and may be Gaimed by Owner by payment of $5.00 per sign, plus any cost of removal. Any confiscated sign not Gaimed within ten (10) days after notice to the Owner, may be destroyed. 7.39 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE Section 7.09.15. Notice to Remove. Except as otherwise provided, in the event the Owner fails to comply with the provisions of this id section, the Chief Building Official shall send written notice directing the abatement of any violation, personally, or by serving the Owner by regular mail or by publication two (2) times within ten (10) days in the official newspaper of the City if the Owner cannot be served personally, or if Owner's address is unknown. If the Owner fails to comply with the Notice of Abatement within ten working (10) days after notice, the sign shall be deemed a nuisance. The Chief Building Official shall cause the nuisance to be abated and shall charge all costs and expenses incurred therewith to the Owner. The expenses assessed for abatement shall be actual removal expenses, but not less than twenty-five dollars ($25), plus an administrative fee of fifty dollars ($50). Section 7.09.16. Inspection. The Chief Building Official shall inspect permitted signs on an annual basis, or as often as necessary to ascertain compliance with the requirements of this section 7.40 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 a. Water systems serving the subdivision or addition shall connect with the City's water supply and distribution system and shall be looped unless alternative fire protection measures are approved by the Fire Marshal. b. Design, materials and construction shall be in accordance with the City of Allen Standard Construction Details -Water and Sewer and 30 TEXAS ADMINISTRATIVE CODE §290.44 —Water Distribution. 2. Fire Hydrants. a. Fire hydrants and valves shall be required for all subdivisions and additions and meet the re- quirements of the Fire Marshal. in accordance with the Water and Standard Construction Details -Water and Sanitary Sewer and the adopted fire codes. b. All underground utilities for fire hydrants, together with the fire hydrants themselves, and all other supply improvements, shall be installed before any final paving of a street shown on the subdivision plat. c. Reflective fire hydrant spotters shall be installed in all streets at a point adjacent to fire hydrants. At comer locations, spotters shall be installed in both streets. Section 8.09. Wastewater Utility Standards. Wastewater facilities serving the subdivision or addition shall connect to the City's wastewater system, and shall conform to the Standard Construction Details -Water and Sanitary Sewer and 30 TEXAS ADMINISTRATIVE CODE Chapter 317 for wastewater collection. Section 8.10. Extensions of Water & Wastewater Mains. 1. When oversized mains are required by the system, the City will participate in the cost of line extension on a prorate basis 2. Extensions required to serve new subdivisions and other developments: a. Required extensions - all development shall be required to extend across the full width of the subdivision in such an alignment that it can be extended to the next property in accordance with the master water and sewer plans for the City. b. Properties already served by water and sewer shall not be required to install additional facilities unless: the current lines are not of adequate capacity to serve the proposed development; in which case the developer will be required to install adequate facilities; or the current lines are not of adequate capacity to serve the zoning of a property that has been rezoned to a more intense use since the time of the original utility installation. 3. Utility Easement Requirements a. The property owner shall be required to fumish all easements and rights-of-way designed to serve the development. Where reasonable, utilities shall be located within streets or alley rights-of-way, or other utility corridors identified by the City Engineer. All existing and proposed easements shall be shown on the preliminary plat. b. Municipal easements for water, sanitary and storm sewer shall be a minimum of: 10 feet in width for lines measuring eight inches (8") in diameter or less. • 15 feet in width for lines measuring more than eight inches (8") and less than or equal to twelve inches (12") in diameter; 20 feet in width for lines exceeding twelve inches (12") in diameter. 8.27 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 Wider easements may be required by the Community Services Director, depending on the depth and size of mains, and the existence of other utilities within the same easement. c. Underground Utilities— i. All new utility installations, including but not limited to electrical, gas, television, and telephone/telecommunication shall be placed underground, except that electrical transmission lines 59 or more Kilovolts may be located overhead, provided that this requirement does not conflict with existing utility service regulations. ii. New development shall assume responsibility for all expense related to the underground placement of utilities. ill. All communication and electrical support equipment (transformers, amplifiers, switching devices, etc.) necessary for underground installation shall be pedestal or pad mounted or placed underground. n existing commercial developments the Board of Zoning Adjustment may grant a variance to the requirement to place the existing facilities underground if the rest of the commercial center has overhead utilities. All service drops must be underground and equipment shall be pad mounted and properly screened. d. Damage - The contractor and owner shall be responsible for all damage to existing public improvements caused during construction of new facilities. Supp. No. 1 (1939-5-01) Supp. No.2 (1984-9411) Section 8.11. Street Lights. 1. Street lights are required at all intersections, in cul-de-sacs, major street curves, and developers shall furnish satisfactory easements for the installation of services to street lights, normally 10 -feet in width. 2. Illumination standards shall conform to the following requirements: Street Type, Light Nominal Average Spacing (in Mounting Pole Style Paving Width Source Lamp Size Illumination feet) Height (in Configuration (in feet) (in Watts) Intensity in Foot- feel) Candles Local Residential My 175 0.4 to 0.6 200 to 350 28 Exstingorllty Steel27-31 Fiberglass pole Fl. HPS 100 0.4 to 0.6 250 to 350 16.26 HPS 150 0.4 to 0.6 200 to 300 26 ResidentialEHPS 175 0.4 to 0.6 150 to 350 32 Existing Wily, Steel of Collector pole 150 0.4 M 0.8 200 b 300 32Fiberglass 36 l0 40 200 0.4 to 0.6 250 to 300 32 8.28 I 11 1 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 Non -Residential HPS 150 0.6 180 to 220 32 Existing utility, or Steel pole Collector HPS 200 0.6 200 to 240 32 44 Undivided Minor Arterial HPS 150 0.6 TO 0.9 220 to280 32 Twin Luminaries 2 24 Lanes w/ on Single Steel - HPS 200 0.6 TO 0.9 240 to 280 32 pole in median 14 Ft. Median Principal Arterial HPS 150 1.0 175 to 200 32 Twin Luminaries 2.36 Ft. Lanes w/ on Single Steel pole in median HPS 200 1.0 190 to 230 32 14 Ft. Median HPS 250 1.0 230 to 280 40 3. Street illumination in new subdivisions shall be approved by the City Traffic Engineer and reviewed by the Allen Police Department. 4. Minimum pole standards shall be square, straight steel painted dark bronze with an anchor base except as may be otherwise approved by the Commission. 5. Luminaire type shall be standard rectangular metal with High Pressure Sodium Lamps. All service shall be underground. 6. Developers will pay 100% of the costs of street light installations and the first two years of estimated power usage before acceptance of the subdivision. The amount to be escrowed shall be determined by the following formula: the monthly charge per light fixture as determined by the appropriate power company (M) times 24 months (24) times the number of fixtures in the subdivision (F). Section 8.12. Landscape Irrigation Systems. A fully automatic irrigation or sprinkler system of a type and design approved by the City shall be provided within all completed street medians or other landscaped areas. Connections under the street and between median cuts shall be provided to all unfinished medians for future development of the irrigation system. Section 8.13. Drainage Requirements. 1. General Requirements - All storm sewer systems shall conform to the City's Standard Construction Details -Stone Drainage. 2. All storm drainage facilities in the City of Allen shall be designed in accordance with the City of Allen Design Manual for Storm Drainage Facilities based on ultimate watershed development for the 100 -year frequency design storm and all facilities shall accommodate runoff from the entire drainage area, whether inside or outside the subdivision or addition. 3. If any portion of the property contains a drainage course, lies within 100 feet from the top of a high bank, or contains Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) floodplain, then the drainage basin area shall be determined. If that area is 160 acres or more, then the 100 -year floodplain, ' shall be established. All floodplain calculations shall be approved by the Floodplain Administrator. The floodplain shall be delineated on the plat and shall be dedicated to the City of Allen, at the city's option. 4. The floodplain shall be staked using materials specified by the City Engineer at 200 foot intervals at the cross-section of the floodplain study. Stakes shall remain in place until the construction in 6.29 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 the subdivision is completed. 5. In other cases, where a subdivision or addition is traversed by a watercourse, drainage way, Mid channel, or stream, a storm water or drainage easement conforming substantially to the line of such watercourse shall be provided and shall be of sufficient width to be adequate for a 100 year design storm frequency flow. 6. All properties located in the 100 -year floodplain shall be maintained in a natural state. Any deviations or modifications to the natural state shall require review and approval of the Commission. 7. Maintenance Easements. a. The property owner must provide a fifteen -foot easement on each side of and parallel to creeks or drainage ways for maintenance purposes. The access easement shall be above the base flood elevation and accessible to vehicles and equipment. b. Access Easements must also be provided at 1,200 foot intervals along streets or alleys. The location and size of the access easement shall be determined by the City Engineer. The minimum width of the access easement shall be fifteen feet (15'-0"). c. Permanent monuments, the type and location of which are to be determined by the City Engineer, shall be placed along the boundaries of the access easement and private properly. Access easements shall be included in the dedication noted on the plat. 8. Accommodation of Upstream Drainage Areas. A drainage structure shall accommodate runoff from its entire upstream drainage area, whether inside or outside the subdivision or addition. 9. Effect on Downstream Drainage Areas. If adequate capacity is not available immediately downstream a drainage system, a detention facility, or parallel system to mitigate the deficiency shall be required. The Commission shall withhold approval of the plat until such mitigation has been provided. 10. Stormwater Detention Facilities. The City may assume maintenance responsibilities for stormwater detention facilities if title to facility passes to the City. Easements are required to ensure access for maintenance purposes. Supp. No. 2 (1964-9-01) Section 8.14. Monuments & Markers. 1. Markers. Lot markers shall be a Y. inch reinforcing bar, 18 inches long, or approved equal, and shall be placed at all corners flush with the ground or below ground if necessary in order to avoid being disturbed. 2. Monuments. Monuments shall be set at any angle point in the perimeter boundary of the subdivision. Monuments shall be a concrete post 4 inches in diameter and 3 feet in length, or other such type of monument as may be approved by the City Engineer. Monuments must contain either a steel rod or a magnet. The precise point of intersection shall be indented on top of the monument. The top of the monument shall not be located greater than 6 inches below the surface. 3. Benchmarks. 8.30 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 A benchmark will be established on a boundary corner of the subdivision and within the subdivision at a ratio of 1 for every 100 acres. Such bench marks shall be established to a NAD83, State Plane Coordinate, North Central Texas, Zone 5351 datum. The benchmark shall be established upon a permanent structure, or may be set as a monument, and shall be readily accessible and identifiable on the ground as well as on the subdivision plat. Section 8.15-8.19 Reserved. Section 8.20 Mandatory Homeowners' Association. 1. Applicability — Any subdivision creating an area or amenity to be owned in common by the owners of lots within the subdivision shall require the establishment of a property owners association prior to the approval of the final plat. When a subdivision contains streets, sewers, sewage treatment facilities, water supply systems, drainage systems or structures, parks, landscaping systems or landscape elements or features (including fountains and statues), landscape irrigation systems, screening walls, living screens, buffering systems, subdivision entryway features (including monuments or other signage), or other physical facilities or grounds held in common and necessary or desirable for the welfare of the area or subdivision, or that are of common use or benefit and that are not or cannot be satisfactorily maintained by the City or another public agency, the City may require the establishment and creation of a mandatory homeowner's association to assume and be responsible for the continuous and perpetual operation, maintenance and supervision of such facilities, structures, improvements, systems areas or grounds. 2. Responsibilities — Such mandatory homeowner's associations shall be responsible for the continuous and perpetual operation, maintenance and/or supervision of landscape systems, features or element located in parkways, common areas, between screening walls or living ' screens and adjacent curbs or street pavement edges, adjacent to drainage ways or drainage structures, or at subdivision entryways. Subdivision entryway treatments or features shall not be allowed unless a mandatory homeowner's association as required herein is established and created. The City shall be responsible for all median maintenance and all paving maintenance (except for private streets or roads) and the repair of landscape systems, features or elements damaged by City initiated utility work in dedicated easements. Other damage occurring during utility repairs will be the responsibility of the appropriate utility company. 3. Purpose. A homeowner's association shall be established and created to assume and be responsible for the continuous and perpetual operation, maintenance and supervision of landscape systems, features or elements located in parkways, common areas between screening walls or living screens and adjacent curbs or street pavement edges, adjacent to drainage ways or drainage structures or at subdivision entryways, open space common areas or properties including but not limited to: landscape features and irrigation systems, subdivision entryway features and monuments, private amenity center, playgrounds, pavilions, ponds, detention ponds, off-street parking for the private amenity center, swimming pool, exercise trail, private neighborhood park and related amenities. 4. Dedications to Homeowners' Association — All open space and common properties or areas, facilities, structures, improvements systems, or other property that are to be operated, maintained and/or supervised by the Homeowners Association shall be dedicated by easement or deeded in fee simple ownership interest to the Homeowners Association after construction and installation as applicable by the Owner and shall be clearly identified on the record final plat of the property. 5. Approval. A copy of the agreements, covenants and restrictions establishing and creating the homeowner's association must be approved by the City Attorney prior to the approval of the final ' plat of the subdivision and must be filed of record with said record plat in the Map and Plat Records of the County. The record final plat shall clearly identify all facilities, structures, improvements systems, areas or grounds that are to be operated, maintained and/or supervised by the homeowner's association. 8.31 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 6. Contents of Homeowners' Association Agreements. At a minimum, the agreements, covenants and restrictions establishing and creating the homeowner's association required herein shall contain and/or provide for the following: a. Definitions of terms contained therein; b. Provisions acceptable to the City for the establishment and organization of the mandatory homeowners association and the adoption of by-laws for said homeowners association, including provisions requiring that the owner(s) of any lot or lots within the applicable subdivision and any successive purchase(s) shall automatically and mandatorily become a member of the homeowners association; c. The initial term of the agreement, covenants and restrictions establishing and creating the homeowners association shall be for a twenty-five (25) year period and shall automatically renew for successive ten (10) year periods, and the homeowner's association may not be dissolved without the prior written consent of the City; d. Provisions acceptable to the City to ensure the continuous and perpetual use, operation, maintenance and/or supervision of all facilities, structures, improvements, systems, open space or common areas that are responsibility of the homeowner's association and to establish a reserve fund for such purposes; e. Provisions prohibiting the amendment of any portion of the homeowner's association's agreements, covenants or restrictions pertaining to the use, operation, maintenance and/or supervision of any facilities, structures, improvements, systems, area or grounds that are the responsibility of the homeowner's association without the prior written consent of the City; f. The right and ability of the City or its lawful agents, after due notice to the homeowners association, to remove any landscape systems, features or elements that cease to be maintained by the homeowner's association; to perform the responsibilities of the homeowners association and its board of directors if the homeowners association fails to do so in compliance with any provisions of the agreements, covenants or restrictions of the homeowners association or of any applicable City codes or regulations; to assess the homeowners association for all costs incurred by the City in performing said responsibilities if the homeowners association fails to do so; and/or to avail itself of any other enforcement actions available to the City pursuant to State law or City codes or regulations; and g. Provisions indemnifying and holding the City harmless from any and all costs, expenses, suits, demands, liabilities or damages including attorney's fees and costs of suit, incurred or resulting from the City's removal of any landscape systems, features or elements that cease to be maintained by the homeowners association or from the City's performance of the aforementioned operation, maintenance or supervision responsibilities of the homeowners association due to the homeowners association's failure to perform said responsibilities. 7. Notice to Purchasers- Builders are required to post notice in a prominent place in all model homes, sales offices and on all open space areas larger than 20,000 square feet stating that a property association has been established and membership is mandatory for all property owners. The notice shall stale at a minimum that the builder shall provide any person upon their request the association documents and a five (5) year projection of dues, income and association expenses. 8. Maintenance Reserve Fund — Prior to the transfer of the association to the lot owners, the developer must provide a reserve fund equivalent to two months' dues based on full association membership. 9. Property Association Activation — Concurrent with the transfer of the association, the developer must transfer to the association control over all utilities related to property and amenities to be owned by the association. The developer must also disclose to the association the total cost to date related to the operation and maintenance of common property and amenities. GLrPi EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 Section 8.21-8.24 Reserved Section 8.25 Escrow Policies and Procedures. 1. Deposit with City — Whenever the City agrees to accept escrow deposits in lieu of construction by the owner of the property under these regulations, the property owner or developer shall deposit an amount equal to his share of the costs of design and construction in escrow with the City. Such amount shall be paid prior to release of construction plans by the City Engineer. In lieu of such payment at such time, the City may permit the property owner to contract with the City and shall agree in such contract that no building permit shall be issued for any lot included within said plat, or increment thereof, until the full amount of the escrow is paid, or a pro rata part thereof for the full increment if developed incrementally. The obligations and responsibilities of the property owner shall become those of property owner's transferees, successors and assigns; and the liability therefor shall be joint and several. 2. Determination of Escrow Amount — The amount of the escrow shall be determined by using the average of the comparable bids awarded by the City in the preceding six (6) months or, if none exist, then in the preceding year or, if none exists current market value of construction as determined by an estimate by the City Engineer. Such determination shall be made as of the time the escrow is due here under. 3. Termination of Escrow — Escrows which have been placed within the City under this section which have been held for a period of ten (10) years from the date of such preparation of plans and specifications for construction of such roadway facilities for which the escrow was made, shall upon written request be returned to the property owner, with accrued interest. Such return does not remove any obligations of the owner for construction of the required facilities if a building permit has not been issued on the subject lot or if a new building permit is applied for. 4. Refund — If any street or highway for which escrow is deposited for, is constructed, or is reconstructed by another governmental authority at no cost to the City, the escrowed funds and accrued interest shall be refunded to the property owner or developer after completion and acceptance of the public improvements. In the event that a portion of the cost is bome by the City and the other portion of the cost by another governmental authority, the difference between the owner's actual proportionate cost and the escrowed funds, including accrued interest, if any, shall be refunded after completion and acceptance of the improvements. Section 8.26. Payment of Fees, Charges and Assessments. As a condition of Plat approval, the Developer shall pay all fees, charges, and assessments, as may be imposed or required under this Code or other ordinances or regulations of the City. 6.33 EXHIBIT W ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX A DEFINITIONS • Accessory Use - a use customarily incidental, appropriate and subordinate to the principal use and located on the some lot therewith. • Adult Day -Care Facility - a licensed or accredited facility that provides counseling, recreation, food, or any or all of these services to elderly or handicapped persons for a period of less than twenty-four hours a day. • Agricultural Use - any activity related to the cultivation of the soil, the production of crops for human food, animal feed or planting seed or for the production of fibers; floriculture, viticulture or horticulture; the raising or keeping of livestock; the planting of cover crops or the leaving land idle for the purpose of participating in any governmental program or recognized, normal crop rotation or livestock rotation procedure. A residential unit and related outbuildings located wholly on a tract of land used solely for one or more of the purposes described in the preceding sentence shall be deemed an accessory agricultural use. • Airport -- An area improved for the landing or take -off of aircraft • Air installation compatible use zone - areas upon which limited control is required with respect to land uses that may obstruct airspace because found generally compatible with airport operations, posing no health or safety hazard for aircraft operations. • AirportElevation -the highest point airport usable landing area measured in feet above mean sea level. • Airport Obstruction - any structure or object of natural growth or use of land which ' would exceed the federal obstruction standards established in 14 CFR sections 77.21, 77.23, 77.25 and 77.28, or which obstructs the airspace required for flight of aircraft in landing or takeoff, or is otherwise hazardous to airport operations. • Airspace height - the height limits established in this chapter, to be measured in feet above mean sea level. • Airport hazard - any structure or object of natural growth located in the vicinity of the airport which obstructs the airspace required for the flight of aircraft or airport operations. • Alter or Alteration - any change, addition, or modification in construction, use or occupancy, or any change in the size, shape, outline, or type of sign. • Amenity Center— private recreation facilities which may include swimming pools, meeting rooms, open space, or other amenities maintained by a Homeowner's Association for the benefit of neighborhood residents. • Amusement. Commercial (Indoor) — a facility offering indoor entertainment such as a bowling alley, video arcade or billiard parlor. • Amusement Commercial (outdoor) — a facility offering outdoor entertainment or games of skill to the general public for a fee or charge such as a golf driving range, archery range, or miniature golf course. • Antigua Shoo - an establishment offering for sale glass, china, objects d'art, furniture or similar furnishings and decorations which have value and significance as a result of age, design and sentiment. • Arterial - existing or proposed street identified as such on the adopted Major Thoroughfare Plan of the City of Allen. A.1 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX A • Automotive RepairsMajor- the repair, rebuilding or reconditioning of engines, air- conditioning systems and transmissions for motor vehicles, wrecker service, collision ■ services, including body, frame or fender straightening or repair, customizing, painting, J vehicle steam cleaning, undercoating and rust -proofing and any use listed under Automotive Repairs, Minor. • Automotive Repairs, Minor— Minor repair or replacement of parts, tires, tubes, and batteries; diagnostic services, minor motor services such as grease, oil, spark plug, and filler changing; tune-ups; emergency road service, replacement of starters, alternators, hoses, brake parts, automobile washing and polishing; performing state inspections and making minor repairs necessary to pass said inspection; normal servicing of air-conditioning systems, and other similar minor services for motor vehicles except heavy load vehicles, but not including any operation named under "Automotive Repair, Major" or any similar use. • Automotive sales and service - the sale, rental, or display and service of passenger cars and light trucks, including Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) and trucks with a manufacturers Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) of one (1) ton or less. • Awning - A roof -like cover that is temporary in nature and that projects from the wall of a building for the purpose of shielding a doorway or window from the elements. • Bar - see Private Club. • Basement — the portion of a building at least four feet (4'-0") below grade for more than 50% of the perimeter but not more than eight feet (8'-0") below grade at any point of the structure. • Bed and Breakfast - a single-family dwelling which provides accommodations for one or more paying guests on a reservation basis. ' • Block - a parcel of land surrounded by public streets, highways, railroad rights-of-way, public walks, parks, or green strips, rural land, drainage channels, or a combination thereof. • Board - Board of Adjustment as authorized by 211.008 Tex. Loc. Govt. Code. • Boarding or Rooming house - a dwelling other than a hotel where meals and lodging are provided for compensation for three or more unrelated persons on a monthly or weekly basis, and where no cooking or dining facilities are provided in the individual rooms. • Build - to erect, convert, enlarge, reconstruct, or alter a building or structure. • Buildable Area - the area of the building site not including land located within the 100 -year floodplain, easements, or yards. • Buildable Width -The width of a lot not included within the required side yard setbacks. • Building - Any structure built for the support, shelter and enclosure of persons, animals, chattels, or movable property of any kind. When subdivided in a manner sufficient to prevent the spread of fire, each portion so subdivided may be deemed a separate building. • Buildina. Assembly - a building or portion of a building used for the gathering of 50 or more persons for such purposes as deliberation, education, instruction, worship, entertainment, amusement, drinking or dining, or awaiting transportation. • Building Codes - the adopted Uniform Building Code, the Uniform Plumbing Code, the International Mechanical Code and National Electric Code, as amended, and such other building code as may be adopted by the City to govern buildings and structures. • Building Setback Line - A line established by zoning regulations, generally parallel to and measured from the lot line, defining the limits of a yard in which no building or structure may be located, except as otherwise provided. See definition of'Yard " r_XA EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 APPENDIX A • Building Materials Sales — facilities for the wholesale or retail sale of building materials, tools and hardware customarily used in the construction of buildings and other structures. . Building Permit Application - an application submitted to the Chief Building Official for new construction and remodeling, including any exterior remodeling which increases the exterior dimensions of any structure; which includes the replacement of 51% or more of an existing roof; the construction of a masonry wall or fence exceeding thirty inches in height measured from natural grade; the enclosure of an existing canopy, carport, porte-cochere; or the construction of decking which exceeds thirty inches from natural grade. • Building Site - a tract of land located within a single block which, at time of filing for a building permit, is designed to be used, developed, or built upon as a unit. • Bulk Handling - the transferring of flammable or combustible liquids from tanks or drums into smaller containers for distribution. • Caretaker or Guard Residence — Accessory dwellings located on a premises occupied by a permitted principal use occupied only by guards or caretakers employed on the premises. • Carport - a structure open on a minimum of three (3) sides designed or used to shelter vehicles. • Carnival - temporary entertainment facilities providing rides, exhibits, games, musical productions, food and drink, and items for sale as part of a private commercial venture. • Carwash — a facility for the washing of automobiles and light trucks. • Catering_- an establishment that serves and supplies food to be consumed off premises; a service providing meals and/or refreshments for public or private entertainment for a fee; provides food and incidental service for a social affair or for a private dwelling, but does not use commercial vehicles that are equipped in any manner for purposes of transporting food to be sold directly from such vehicles. • Cellar - See Basement. • Cemetery - land used or intended to be used for the burial of the human or animal dead and dedicated for cemetery purposes, including crematories, mausoleums and mortuaries if operated in connection with and within the boundaries of such cemetery. • Certificate of Compliance - a written certificate issued by the Commission denoting that a subdivision plat or replat has been reviewed and approved pursuant to Section 2122.0115 of the TEX. LOC. GOVT. CODE. • Certificate of Occupancy - an official certificate issued by the City through the Chief Building Official that indicates conformance with building requirements and zoning regulations and authorizes legal use of the premises for which it is issued. • Certificate of title - a letter, report, opinion, statement, policy, or certificate prepared and executed by a title company authorized to do business in the State of Texas, or an attorney licensed in Texas, describing all encumbrances of record which affect the property, together with all recorded deeds, including any part of the property included in the plat. • Chief Building Official - The Administrative Official charged with the responsibility of issuing permits and enforcing the zoning and building ordinances. • Church Temple or Rectory - a place of worship and religious training of. recognized religions including the on-site housing of ministers, rabbis, priests, nuns and similar staff personnel. • Com- The City of Allen, Texas. • City Council - The governing body of the City. r_W EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1994-9-01 APPENDIX A • City Engineer - the engineer employed by the City, or the engineer retained as consultants to the City, or their duly authorized representative(s). • City Manager - the Chief Executive Officer of the City. ) • Clinic Medical - a group of offices for three or more licensed physicians, dentists or other medical professionals to treat the sick or injured on an out-patient basis. See also Medical Office. • College or University - An academic institution of higher learning accredited or recognized by the State offering a program or series of programs of academic study. • Commercial condominium -that portion of a commercial, institutional or office structure under individual ownership, sharing a common lot with ownership and management of common areas held by an organization or association of property owners subject to the Texas Condominium Act. See also Condominium. • Commission - the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City. • Community Center - A building and grounds owned and operated by a governmental body, homeowners association, or non-profit organization for the social, recreational, health or welfare of the community served. • Comprehensive Master Plan - the plan adopted by the Council to guide the future development of the city which includes but is not limited to elements describing land uses, housing, transportation, utilities, parks, schools and other community facilities. • Concrete or Asphalt Batching Plant (Temporary) - A temporary manufacturing facility for the production of concrete or asphalt during construction of a project, and to be removed when the project is completed. • Concrete or Asphalt Batching Plant (Non-Temoorarv) - A non -temporary manufacturing facility for the production of concrete or asphalt. • Condominium - a building, or group of buildings, in which units are owned individually, and the structure, common areas, and facilities, are owned by all the owners on a proportional, undivided, basis. See also Commercial Condominium and Dwelling, Condominium. • Congregate Residence - any building or portion thereof that contains facilities for living, sleeping and sanitation, and may include facilities for eating and cooking, for occupancy by other than a family, including but not limited to shelters, convents, monasteries, dormitories, sorority and fraternity houses. Congregate Residence does not include jails, hospitals, nursing homes, hotels or lodging houses. • Construction Work Hours — those hours between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. • Contractor's Yard — a building, part of a building or land area used for the storage of materials, implements, or machinery related to construction activity. • Convalescent Home - Any structure used for or customarily occupied by persons recovering from illness or suffering from infirmities of age, including assisted living centers. • Convenience Store — a retail store of less than 10,000 square feet in size engaged in the sale of personal or household merchandise, packaged foods and beverages. • Council - the City Council of Allen, Texas. • Country Club — a land area and buildings which may include a golf course, clubhouse, dining f room, swimming pool, tennis courts and similar recreational or service uses available only to members and their guests. AA EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9.01 APPENDIX A • Court - an open, unoccupied space, bounded on more than two sides by the walls of a building. An inner court is entirely surrounded by the exterior walls of a building. An outer court has one side open to a street, alley, yard or other permanent space. • Coveraae - the area of a lot or tract covered by the roof or first floor of a building expressed as a percentage of lot area. Roof eaves extending three (3) feet or less from the walls of a building are excluded from coverage computations. • Day Care Facility - a commercial facility licensed by the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services (TDPRS) and may be titled a Nursery School, Kindergarten, Child Development Center, Day Care Center, Private School, etc., which provides care for less than 24 hours a day for more than 13 children under age 14. • Department - the Department of Planning and Development. • Densi - the number of residential units permitted on a specific tract of land usually expressed in a total number of units per gross or net acre. • Developer - the person, business, partnership, corporation, or association responsible for the development of the subdivision or addition. • Director - the Director of the Department of Planning and Development, or designee. • District - a zoning district approved by Council to which regulations concerning land use, occupancy, development, height and area, and other restrictions apply. • Driveway stacking -the distance between the street right-of-way line and the near side of the first intersecting interior aisle or parking stall designed to allow queuing of traffic. • Dwelling Unit - any building or portion thereof that contains living facilities, including provisions for sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation for not more than one family, or a congregate residence for 10 or less persons, but not including hotels or motels. • Dwellina. Single -Family detached -a dwelling unit contained in a free-standing structure designed for occupancy by a single family • Dwellina. Two -Family - a single structure containing two dwelling units. See Duplex. • Dwelling Multi -Family - a single structure containing three or more dwelling units. • Easement - the right of use over the property of another. • Essential Services - infrastructure for provision of services by public and private utilities but not including buildings. • Extraterritorial jurisdiction - the unincorporated territory extending beyond the City limits established by the authority and subject to the limitations of Chapter 42 of the Texas Local Government Code. • Facilities Agreement — a contract for reimbursement of cost based upon a distribution of use or service. • Fami - a number of individuals living together as a single housekeeping unit, in which not more than four (4) individuals are unrelated by blood, marriage, or adoption. • Family Home - a home that regularly provides care in the caretaker's own residence for not ' more than six children under 14 years of age, excluding the caretaker's own children, and that provides care after school hours for not more than six additional elementary school, but where the total number of children, including the caretaker's own, does not exceed 12 at any time. A.5 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 APPENDIX A • Fence - an artificially constructed barrier enclosing all or part of a tract of land intended to prevent escape or intrusion, or to establish a boundary. • Filing date - the date on which a complete application for plat approval is presented to the Planning and Development Department. • Flea Market - an enclosed or unenclosed marketplace where second-hand, crafts, antiques or other goods are regularly offered for sale by two or more merchants. Fund-raising events sponsored by religious, charitable, education, social or political organizations are not a flea market • Floodplain —an area of land subject to inundation by a 100 -year frequency flood as determined using standard engineering practices and generally shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for the City of Allen • Floodwav -the channel of a stream, plus any adjacent floodplain areas. • Floodwav Fringe -the area between the floodway and 100 -year floodplain boundaries. • Floor area. gross - the total area of a structure measured by taking the outside dimensions of the building at each floor level intended for occupancy or storage, but excluding carports or garages. • Floor area net - the gross floor area of a structure less stairs, washrooms, elevator shafts, and other common areas open to public or semi-public use. • Floor Area Ratio (FAR) - the ratio between the gross floor area in a structure and the total square feet of land in the tract on which the structure is located. • Food Service — the institutional or retail preparation, packaging, exporting or private labeling of fresh, frozen, or refrigerated food products. • Fraternal Organization Lodge or Civic Club - A society or association having a restricted membership and organized for the pursuit of some common objective. • Frontage - the portion of any tract which abuts a public street right-of-way affording primary access to the tract. • Fueling station - any building or premises used for the dispensing, sale, or offering for sale at retail of automobile fuel, oils, lubricants and automobile accessories. • Garage. Private - an accessory building enclosed on three sides designed or used for the storage of motor vehicles owned and used by the occupants of the building to which it is accessory. • Garage. Public - a building or portion thereof, other than a private or storage garage, designed or used for storing motor vehicles for a fee. • Garage Sale - Occasional sales on residential premises. • General Development Plan - a map or plat designed to illustrate the general design features and street layout of a proposed subdivision to be developed and platted in sections or phases. • Golf Course - a regulation golf course constructed by a private individual or group and operated as a commercial enterprise other than a driving range, miniature golf or similar golf oriented commercial amusement. ' • Grade (Adjacent Ground Elevation) - the lowest point of elevation of the finished surface of the ground, paving or sidewalk within the area between the building and the property line or, when the property line is more than 5 feet from the building, between the building an a line WE EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1994.9.01 APPENDIX A five feet from the building. • Firearms Sales and Repair - An establishment that is primarily engaged in the sale and repair of firearms and accessories. • Gymnastics Training Center - A Gymnastics Training Center provides training and exercise in the proper conditioning and preparation for the sport of gymnastics • Height - The vertical distance of a structure measured from the average established grade at the street line or from the average natural front yard ground level, whichever is higher, to (1) the highest point of the roofs surface if a flat surface, (2) to the deck line of mansard roofs, or (3) to the mean height level between eaves and ridge for hip and gable roofs and, in any event, excluding chimneys, cooling towers, elevator bulkheads, mechanical equipment, standpipes, telecommunication towers, ornamental cupolas, domes and spires, and parapet walls not exceeding ten (10) feet in height. • Heliport -a landing facility for rotary wing aircraft subject to regularly scheduled use and may include fueling or servicing facilities for such craft. • Helislo - a landing pad for occasional and infrequent use by rotary wing aircraft. No on-site servicing of or fueling and not for regularly scheduled stops. • Helistop. temporary - A landing pad where the use is not to exceed three (3) days, with no more than three (3) stops per day. • Home Occupation - an occupation or activity that is incidental and secondary to the primary use of the premises as a residence, and customarily conducted in a residential dwelling unit by a member of the residence, entirely within the main structure. • Hospital - an institution in which there are complete facilities for diagnosis, treatment, surgery, laboratory, x-ray, and the prolonged care of bed patients. Medical clinics may have some but not all of these facilities. • Hotel - A building offering overnight or temporary lodging accommodations for travelers or guestrooms for compensation on a daily rate to the general public and providing additional services, such as restaurants, meeting rooms, maid service and recreational facilities. A Hotel may be either a full-service hotel, a limited service hotel, or a suite Hotel. • Improvement - the construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, removal, conversion, or demolition of a building or structure. • Laboratories (Dental) - Any place where a person would perform the duties of a Dental Technician as defined in Article 455.1.f Section 1 of the Texas Dental Practice Act. • Laboratories (BIO Safety Level 2 OSHA Standards) - a facility in which work is done with the broad spectrum of indigenous moderate -risk agents present in the community and associated with human disease of varying severity. • Laboratories (BIO Safety Level 3 OSHA Standards) - a facility in which work is done with indigenous or exotic agents where the potential for infection by aerosols is real and the disease may have serious or lethal consequences. • Laboratories Scientific (BIO Safety Level 4 OSHA Standards) - a facility in which work is done with dangerous and exotic agents which pose a high individual risk of Iite-threatening disease. ' Laundry/Cleaning Plant. Commercial — a facility of 5,500 square feet or more equipped for commercial laundry and dry cleaning operations and -storing solvents and leaning compounds on the premises. Ecol EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX A • Laundry/Cleaning Plant Retail with Pick-up Facilities - a facility of less than 5,500 square feet in gross floor area offering retail services to the public, equipped for commercial laundry and dry cleaning operations, and storing solvents and cleaning compounds on the premises • Laundry/Dry Cleaning - Pick -UD Only - a facility used for picking up individual consumer's laundry and/or dry cleaning without dry cleaning equipment located on the premises. • Laundry, self-service - an unattended facility with coin-operated washing machines and or/dryers available for the use of the general public. This does not include laundry facilities provided as an accessory use for the benefit of the residents or tenants of multi -family development projects. • Lawn Equipment Sales and Repair - An establishment primarily engaged in the sale and repair of new and used merchandise, including mowers, blowers, lawn tractors, edgers or other lawn equipment. • Livestock Auction - barns, pens and sheds for the temporary holding and sale of livestock. • Loading Space - a space within the main building or on the same lot, providing for the standing, loading or unloading of trucks, together with access and maneuvering areas provided on the some building lot as the principal use for which the loading space is intended. • Location Mao - a vicinity map indicating the location of a specific site with reference to established physical landmarks, including streets, rivers, railroad rights-of-way, and highways. • Local Utility Line - facilities provided by a municipality or a franchised utility company for the distribution or collection of gas, water, surface drainage water, electric power or communication service. J • Lot - an undivided tract or parcel of land having frontage on a public street and designated as a distinct tract. • Lot Area - The "lot area" is the area of a horizontal plane intercepted by the vertical projections of the front, side, and rear lot lines of a building lot. • Lot Area Per Dwelling Un il - is the lot area required for each dwelling unit located on a building lot. • Lot. Corner - a building lot situated at the intersection of two streets. • Lot Coverage - The percentage of the total area of a lot occupied by the base (first story or floor) of buildings located on the lot or the area determined as the maximum cross sectional area of a building. • Lot Depth - the mean horizontal distance between the front lot line and the rear lot line of a building lot measured at the respective mid -points of the front lot line and rear lot line within the lot boundary. • Lot Fla - a lot of irregular shape with reduced frontage on a public or private street with dimensions which are otherwise adequate at the building line. • Lot Reverse Flaa -a lot of irregular shape with reduced access to a rear alley, amenity or natural feature. • Lot. Interior - a lot within a subdivision that is not located at the intersection of any adjacent public or private street. • Lot Line — a "lot line" is a boundary of a building lot. A.8 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-"l APPENDIX A • Lot Line. Front - the boundary of a building lot that is the line of an existing or dedicated street. Upon corner lots either street line may be selected as the front lot line providing a front and rear yard are provided adjacent and opposite, respectively, to the front lot line. • Lot Line. Side - is that boundary of a lot which is not a front lot line or a rear lot line. • Lot Line. Rear - is that boundary of a lot which is most distant from and is, or is most nearly, parallel to the front lot line. • Lot of Record - an area of land designated as a lot on a plat of a subdivision recorded, pursuant to statutes of the State of Texas, with the County Clerk of Collin County, Texas, or an area of land held in single ownership described by metes and bounds upon a deed recorded or registered with the County Clerk. • Lot. radial - lots adjacent to curved streets or circular cul-de-sacs with side lot lines running roughly perpendicular to the street right-of-way • Lot Width - The width of a lot at the front building line. Measurements on irregularly-shaped lots to be taken in a straight line from a point where the front building line crosses the side property lines • Main Building — a building or buildings on a lot occupied by the primary use. • Maintenance and Storage Facilities - land, buildings and structures devoted primarily to the maintenance and storage of construction equipment and material. • Manufactured Housing Unit - a pre -assembled self-contained dwelling unit designed to be transported in one or more parts which is not to be installed on a permanent foundation. Modular housing units, recreational vehicles and campers are not manufactured housing units. • Manufactured Housing Unit Space - an area of land within a Manufactured Housing Park dedicated for the placement of a dwelling unit. • Manufactured Housing Unit Pad - a level and graded area to which the manufactured housing unit will be secured. • Manufactured Housing Park - a tract of land under single ownership and control that consists of not less than eight spaces leased for manufactured housing units. • Manufactured or Mobile Home Subdivision - a tract of land subdivided into lots which are designed as permanent sites for mobile or manufactured homes and which are served by separate utilities, dedicated street access on a legally filed plat and, are capable of being conveyed as separate lots. • Manufacturing (Light) - the manufacturing, fabrication, transformation, or assembly of products that do not involve the generation of objectionable noise, odor, vibration, and dust or hazard. • Manufacturing (Heavy) - establishments engaged in the mechanical or chemical transformation of materials or substances into new products, including the assembling of component parts, the manufacturing of products, and the blending of materials such as lubricating oils, plastics and resins. Manufacturing production usually is carried on for the ' wholesale market rather than for direct sales. Masonry - construction composed of stone, brick, concrete, gypsum, hollow clay tile, concrete block or tile, glass block or similar building materials laid up unit by unit and set in mortar. Synthetic stucco (such as Exterior finish and Insulation System (E.F.I.S) is not A9 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 APPENDIX A masonry. • Massaae Therapy — the service of physical therapy performed by a licensed physical therapist. • Microbrewery — an establishment where beer, ale, etc. is brewed and served in conjunction with food service. • Mini -warehouse or Self -storage Facility - a building(s) containing separate, individual self - storage units of 500 square feet or less for rent or lease restricted solely to the storage of items • Mobile Home Park - a tract of land designed or being used to accommodate one or more portable dwelling units designed to be moved on wheels from location to location by automobile, truck or similar prime mover. • Mobile Home Travel Trailer and Farm Implement Sales - the sale or rental of new and used mobile homes, travel trailers or farts implements, but excluding repair work, except incidental warranty repair of same, to be displayed and sold on the premises. • Motorcycle Sales and Repair. Including Personal Watercraft - an establishment primarily engaged in the sale, repair and service of new and used motorcycles, motorized bicycles, jet skis, or similar merchandise. • Museum Library or Art Gallery (Public) - an institution for the collection, display and distribution of books, objects of art or science, and which is sponsored by a public or quasi -public agency and which facilities are open to the general public. • Nonconforming Use - a building, structure, use or occupancy which was lawful on the effective date of zoning regulations or amendments thereto, or which was in effect when annexed into the City but which does not conform to the use regulations of the zoning district in which it is situated. • NurseryPlant Materials. wholesale - land, buildings -structures or combinations thereof for the storage, cultivation, transplanting of live trees, shrubs or plants offered on the premises and including products used for gardening or landscaping. • Nursing Home - an extended, long-term, or intermediate care facility licensed or approved to provide full-time convalescent or chronic care to individuals who, by reason of advanced age, chronic illness or infirmity, are unable to care for themselves. See Convalescent Home. • Noxious Matter - a material which is capable of causing injury to living organisms by chemical reaction or is capable of causing detrimental effects upon the physical or economic well-being or comfort of humans. • Occupancy - the use or intended use of the land or buildings by proprietors or tenants. • Office use - administrative, executive, professional, managerial premises not a part of retail, wholesale or manufacturing operation. • Off-street Parking - Off-street parking located on the lot or tract occupied by the main use. • Office-Showroom/Warehouse - an establishment with a minimum of 75% of its total floor area devoted to storage and warehousing but not accessible to the general public. The remaining area may include retail and wholesale sales areas, sales offices, and display areas for products sold and distributed from the storage and warehousing areas. • Open Area - "Open Area" is that part of a building lot, including courts or yards, which: (a) Is open and unobstructed from its lowest level to the sky; and (b) Is accessible to all residents upon a building lot; and A.10 P J J EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX A (c) Is not part of the roof of that portion of the building containing dwelling ' units. • Open Space - an area accessible to and permanently reserved for the common use and enjoyment of the occupants of residential uses for landscaping, leisure and recreational purposes. Open Space does not include area devoted to parking, accessory uses, fence row easements, landscaping required pursuant to this code, 100-year flood plain areas, drainage easements, natural drainage areas, creeks or building separation required under adopted building codes. • Open Storage - the storage of any equipment, machinery, commodities, raw, semi-finished materials, and building materials, not accessory to a residential use, which is visible from any point on the building lot line when viewed from ground level to six feet above ground level. • Outdoor Produce Market - a business which sells fresh fruit, vegetables, small plants, flowers, and related perishable food products. - • Park or Playground (Public) - An open recreation facility or park owned and operated by a public agency such as the Municipal Park Department or School Board and available to the general public. • Parkin of or Structure (Commercial) - an area or structure devoted to the parking or storage of automobiles for a fee. May include, in the case of a parking structure only, a facility for servicing of automobiles provided such facility is primarily an internal function for use only by automobiles occupying the structure and creates no special problems of ingress or egress. See also Garage. • Parkin Lot. Truck - any area, used for the parking or storage of trucks or trailers larger than ' one ton (manufacturer's Gross Vehicle Weight). • Parking Space - an enclosed or unenclosed all-weather surfaced area of not less than one hundred sixty-two (162) square feet (measuring approximately 9 feet by 18 feet) not on a public street or alley, together with an all-weather surfaced driveway connecting the area with a street or alley permitting free ingress and egress without encroachment on the street or alley. • Paving Width — the width of the driving surface that is commonly used by vehicular traffic, including any associated curbs. This is normally the width of the paved driving surface as measured from edge of pavement to edge of pavement. • Pawnbroker — any person engaged in the business of lending money on the security of pledged goods, or engaged in the business of purchasing tangible personal property on condition that it may be redeemed or repurchased by the seller for a fixed price within a fixed period of time. • Pawnshop —an establishment where money is loaned on the security of personal property pledged in the keeping of the owner or proprietor. Also includes the retail sales of used items. • Performance Standards - standards or criteria by which qualitative and quantitative measures are derived for the regulation of uses and activities. The following definitions are applicable to Performance Standards: • Atmosphere - the air that envelops or surrounds the earth. Where arc contaminants are emitted into a building not designed specifically as air pollution control equipment, such emission into the building shall be considered emission into the atmosphere. • Atmospheric Pollution - the discharging from stacks, open storage, chimneys, exhausts, vents, ducts, openings, or open fires of such aircontaminants as visible A.11 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX A emissions, sulphur dioxide, particulate matter, hydrocarbons, fumes or similar material or gases. • Combustion - the rapid exothermic reaction of any material with oxygen. • Emission - the act of passing into the atmosphere an air contaminant or a gas stream that contains or may contain an air contaminant or the material so passed into the atmosphere. • Emission Point - the location (place in horizontal plane and vertical elevation) at which an emission enters the atmosphere. • Exhaust Gas Volume - the total volume of gas emitted from an emission point. • Freguencv - the number of times per second a vibration or sound wave oscillates. • Noise — any sound which annoys or disturbs humans or which causes or tends to cause an adverse psychological effect on humans. • A -Weighted Sound Level — the sound pressure level in decibels as measured on a sound level meter using the A -weighing network. The level read is designated as dB(A) or dBA. • Background Noise — noise from all sources other than that under specific consideration including traffic, established by measuring the noise over an eight -minute period of time. • Bounding Lot Line — the far side of any street, alley, stream or other permanently dedicated open space from the stationary source when such open space exists between the lot line of the stationary source and adjacent property. When no such open space exists, the common line between two pieces of properly shall be interpreted as the bounding lot line. • Daytime — the hours between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. • Decibel (dB) — a unit for measuring the volume of sound, equal to 20 times the logarithm to the base 10 of the ratio of the pressure of sound measured to the reference pressure of 20 micropascals (20Micronewtons per square meter). • Sound - the weighted sound pressure level obtained by the use of a sound level meter and frequency weighting network as specified in the American National Standards Institute specifications for sound level meters (ANSI SI 4-1971 or the latest revision thereto). • Sound Level Meter — an instrument which includes a microphone ampler, RMS detector, integrator or time averager, output meter and weighting networks used to measure sound pressure levels. • Sound Pressure — the instantaneous difference between the actual pressure and the average or barometric pressure at a given point in space, as produced by sound energy. • Sound Pressure Level — 20 times the logarithm to the base 10 of the ratio of the RMS sound pressure to the reference pressure of 20 micropascals (20 x10-8N/m2). The sound pressure level is denoted Lp or SPL and is expressed in decibels. J • Time Weighted — an established period of time during which the A.12 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 APPENDIX sound pressure levels are averaged. • Odor Threshold - the concentration of odorous matter in the atmosphere necessary to be perceptible to the olfactory nerve of a normal person. Determination of the Odor Threshold is prescribed by A.S.T.M.D. 1391-57, Standard Method for Measuring Odor in Atmosphere. • Operation - any physical action resulting in a change in the location, form of physical properties of a material, or any chemical action resulting in a change in the chemical composition or chemical or physical properties of a material Including but not limited to heat transfer, calcination, double decomposition fermentation, pyrolysis, electrolysis, combustion material handling, evaporation mixing, absorption, filtration, fluidization, screening, crushing, grinding, demolishing, shoveling, bagging, etc.. • Particulate Matter - any material, except uncombined water, which exists in a finely divided form as a liquid or solid at standard conditions when released into the atmosphere. • Person or Operation - any person, firm, association, organization, partnership, business, trust, corporation, company, contractor, supplier, installer, user, or owner or any state or local governmental agency or public district or any officer or employee thereof. It includes the owner, lessor, lessee, tenant, licensee, manager and operator, or any of such, of any emission point or any source operation which may constitute a source of atmospheric pollution related thereto, or any interest in such emission point or operation source. ' Smoke - a visible discharge of particulate matter from a chimney, vent, exhaust or combustion process. • Toxic and Noxious Matter - any solid, liquid, or gaseous matter which is present in sufficient quantifies to endanger health, safety and comfort of persons in the vicinity or which may cause injury or damage to property. . Vibration - a periodic displacement of the earth measured in inches. • Personal Service — service involving the care of a person, including barber shop, beauty shop, tailor, dressmaker, shoe shop, or similar shop offering custom service. • Pest Control Service — a commercial enterprise licensed by the state engage in the eradication of insects and vermin. • Plat — a map or drawing depicting a tract of land prepared in conformance with Chapter 212 of the Texas Local Government Code. • Plat. amending — an approved recorded plat resubmitted to correct dimensional or notational errors and omissions, or to relocate lot lines. • Plat. combination - a plat containing three lots or less that is considered as both a preliminary and final plat. • Plat. final subdivision - the map or drawing of a proposed subdivision prepared in a manner suitable for recording in the appropriate county records and prepared in conformance with the conditions of preliminary plat approval granted by the Commission. ' Plat preliminary subdivision - the map or drawing of a proposed subdivision illustrating the features of development for the review of the Commission. A.13 EXHIBIT "A" ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE APPENDIX A • Plat. street dedication - a map or drawing illustrating only the location of a public street within a specific tract of land. • Plavfield or Stadium - an athletic field or stadium owned and operated for the general public including a baseball field, golf course, football field or stadium. • Private Club - an establishment providing dining facilities which may also provide alcoholic beverage service to an association of persons who by membership fall under the provisions of the Title 3, Chapter 32 of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code. • Restaurent/Private Club - an establishment providing social and dining facilities, as well as alcoholic beverage service, to an association of persons, who by membership fall under the provisions of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code. • Public Service Facility - the erection, construction, alteration, operation, or maintenance of buildings, power plants or substations, water treatment plants or pumping stations, sewage disposal or pumping plants and other similar public service structures by a public utility, by a railroad, whether publicly or privately owned, or by a municipal or other governmental agency, including the furnishing of electrical, gas, rail transport, communications, public water and sewage services, and the storage and maintenance of related equipment and materials. • Radio Television or Microwave Towers - structures supporting antennae for transmitting or receiving any portion of the radio spectrum, but excluding noncommercial antennae installations for home use of radio or television. See also Telecommunications. • Recreation Area - a "recreation area" is a privately owned park, playground, or open space maintained by a community club, property -owners association, or similar organization. • Recreation Camp - an area of land on which two or more travel trailers, campers, tents or other similar temporary recreational structures are regularly accommodated. • Recreation Center (Public) - a building or buildings housing recreation facilities owned, operated or leased for operation by the City of Allen and may include swimming pools, tennis and other indoor or outdoor athletic facilities. • Recreational Vehicle - a vehicle manufactured or modified to contain temporary living quarters for travel, recreation, or vacation purposes. This definition shall include but is not necessarily limited to campers, travel trailers, truck campers, and motor homes. • Replat - a plat of all or part of property incorporated in a previously recorded plat that has not been vacated. • Restaurant or Cafeteria (No Drive -In Service) - an establishment serving food to the general public in specific, designated dining areas. • Restaurant or Eating Place (Drive -In Service) - an establishment designed and constructed to serve food for consumption on the premises in an automobile or for carryout for off premises consumption and which establishment may or may not have on -premises dining room or counter. • Restaurant (With Drive -Through) - an establishment serving food to the general public with designated dining areas and allowing carryout windows) serving a single lane of automobiles for the purpose of serving food to go where food consumption is not allowed in automobiles on the premises. • Retail Store — an establishment engaged in selling goods or merchandise to the general public for personal or household consumption and rendering services incidental to the sale of such goods. A.14 j k EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX A • Right -of -Way: - the land area provided by dedication for public use for streets, utilities, walks, and other uses, also providing access to adjoining properties. • School. Business and Trade - a secondary or higher education facility primarily teaching usable skills that prepare students for jobs in a trade and meeting any State requirements as a vocational facility. • School Public or Denominational - a school under the sponsorship of a public or religious agency having a curriculum generally equivalent to public elementary or secondary schools, but not including trade or commercial schools. • Servant's Quarters — an accessory building located on the same lot as the principal residential building, occupied only by such persons and their families as are employed full time by the occupants of the principal residence. • Service Station - a service station is any building or premises used for the dispensing, sale, or offering for sale at retail of any automobile fuels or oils. See also Fueling Station. • Sewers. On -Site - a septic tank or other individual sewage disposal system on an individual lot which has the approval of health and sanitation officials having jurisdiction. • Sexually -Oriented Business - an adult arcade, adult bookstore or adult video store, adult cabaret, adult motel, adult theater, escort agency nude model studio, massage parlor or sexual encounter center defined as follows: • Adult Bookstore or Adult Video Store -a business establishment which sells, exhibits, or offers for sale or rental sexually explicit books, magazines, periodicals or other printed matter, or photographs, films, motion pictures, video cassettes or video reproductions, slides, other visual representations; or instruments, devices or paraphernalia. • Adult Cabaret or Theater — a nightclub, bar or restaurant or similar commercial establishment which regularly features nude persons, sexually explicit live performances, or films, motion pictures, video cassettes, slides of other photographic reproductions. • Escort Agency— a person or business association who furnishes, offers to furnish, or advertises escorts for hire. • Massage Parlor - an establishment providing massage service but not including therapeutic or rehabilitative exercises provided under the direction of a licensed professional physical therapist, chiropractor or physician. • Nude Model Studio — a commercial establishment which features nude persons to be sketched, drawn, painted, sculpted, photographed or observed for a fee or other form of consideration. • Sexual Encounter Center— a commercial establishment that offers or permits sexually explicit physical contact between persons of the opposite sex. • Sidewalk - That portion of the street right-of-way outside the vehicle travel way which is for the use of pedestrian traffic. • Sign_- any medium, including its structure and component parts, either a name, identification, description, display, and/or illustration which is affixed to, or represented directly or indirectly upon a building, structure, or piece of land which directs attention to an object, product, place, activity, institution, or business without regard to the message content or lack thereof. ' • Specialty Food Store — any store that carries health foods, whole foods, natural foods, ethnic groceries or other specialty items. • Specific Use Permit (SUFI - a zoning designation for uses that may be allowed in specked A.15 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9-01 APPENDIX A districts. • Stable - a commercial enterprise engaged in housing, boarding horses or providing horses for hire. • Story - the part of a building, other than a basement, between the surface of a floor and the ceiling immediately above, or, if there be no floor above it, then the space between the floor and the ceiling next above it • Story. He - a space under a sloping roof which has the line of intersection of roof decking and wall face not more than three (3) feet above the top floor level and in which space not more than two-thirds (213) of the floor area is finished out for use. • Street Thoroughfare or Road — a right-of-way providing access to adjacent properties with a part thereof to be used for vehicular traffic. • Street. Access - any public street within a subdivision or along the boundaries of a subdivision which would serve any properties outside the plat boundaries or provide a connection directly with a collector street. • Street. Alley - a minor street used primarily for vehicular access to the back or side of properties abutting on another street. • Street. Arterial - a general term denoting a highway primarily for through traffic carrying heavy loads and large volume of traffic, usually on a continuous route. • Street. Collector - a thoroughfare, whether within a residential, industrial, commercial or other type of development, which primarily carries traffic from local streets to arterial streets, including the principal entrance and circulation routes within residential subdivision. • Street. Cul-de-sac - a local street of relatively short length with one end open to tragic. • Street. Dead -End - a street temporarily having one outlet for vehicular traffic and intended to be extended or continued in the future. • Street. Interior - a street located within a subdivision designed to serve only those properties within the boundaries of the subdivision in which it is established. • Street. Local - a street providing access to residential or other abutting property. • Street. Loop - a local street, each end of which terminates at an intersection with the same adjacent street, and whose principal radius points of 180 degree system of turns are not more than 1,000 feet from said adjacent street, and normally more than 600 feet from each other. • Street stub - a public street not terminated by a permanent circular turnaround, ending adjacent to undeveloped property or acreage. • Structure - any construction, including a building or any portion thereof, erected for the purposes of support, shelter or enclosure of persons, animals or property of any kind, including swimming pools, decks in excess of thirty (30) inches in height, and roof overhangs exceeding three (3) feet. A wooden fence of less than seven feet (7'-0") shall not be considered a structure for purposes of this chapter, nor a masonry, brick, concrete, or cinder block wall of less than twenty-four inches in height. • Structure. Principal - a structure in which the principal use of the lot, on which it is located, is conducted. All residential uses, except bona fide servants' quarters, are principal uses • Structure Accessory (Residential) — a subordinate structure detached and used for a A.16 I EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX A purpose customarily incidental to the principal residential use. ' Structure Accessory (Non -Residential) — a subordinate structure detached and used for a purpose customarily incidental to the principal use. • Structure, Permanent — a structure with a foundation, poured -in-place footings, and underground plumbing, intended not to be temporary. • Structure, Temporary — a structure without a permanent foundation or poured -in-place footings, capable of being moved without disassembling or damage, secured by ti"owns or other means; to be removed when the designated time period, activity, or use for which the temporary structure was erected has ceased. • Subdivision - a division of land into two (2) or more parts to lay out a subdivision of the tract, including an addition to the municipality, or to lay out suburban, building or other lots, and or to lay out streets, alleys, squares, parks or other parts of the tract intended to be dedicated to public use or for the use of purchasers or owners of lots fronting on or adjacent to public streets, alleys, squares, or parks or other parts. A division of a tract under this subsection includes a division regardless of whether R is made using metes and bounds description in a deed of conveyance, by using a contract for sale or other executory contract to convey, or by any other method. A subdivision does not include the division of land into parts greater than five (5) acres, where each part has access and no public improvement is being dedicated. • Swim or Tennis Club - a private recreational club with restricted membership, usually of less area than a Country Club but including a clubhouse and a swimming pool, tennis courts and similar recreational facilities none of which are available to the general public. • Target Range - any indoor facility open to the public and occupying all or a portion of a building where firearms are discharged for testing or recreation purposes. • Teen Club - a retail amusement establishment focused on the 13-19 year-old market group. providing entertainment through music, food and nonalcoholic beverage service, dancing, coin-operated machines, and the like. • Telecommunications - the transmission, between or among points specified by the user, of audio and/or visual information of the user's choosing, without change in the form or content of the information as sent and received. • Alternative Mounting Structure - a water tower, man made tree, clock tower, church steeple, bell tower, utility pole, light standard, free standing sign, flagpole, or similar structure, designed to support and camouflage or conceal the presence of telecommunications antennas. • Antenna - a structure or device used to collect or radiate radio, television, microwave, electromagnetic waves, including directional antennas, such as panels, wireless cable and satellite dishes, and omni -directional antennas, such as whips, but not including satellite earth stations or noncommercial antennae installations for home use of radio or television. • Array - an arrangement of antennas and their supporting structure. • Dish - a parabolic or bowl shaped device that receives and/or transmits signals in a specific directional pattern. • Panel - an antenna which receives and/or transmits signals in a ' directional pattern. • Stealth - a telecommunications antenna that is effectively camouflaged or concealed from view. A.17 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984.9.01 APPENDIX A • Telecommunications - an antenna used to provide a telecommunications service. This excludes lightning rods, private mobile radio systems, amateur radio antennas less than 35 feet in height in residential districts and 50 feet in height in non-residential districts, and whip antennas less than 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter and less than 10 feet in height. Whip -an omnidirectional dipole antenna of cylindrical shape which is no more than 6 inches in diameter. • Co -location - a single telecommunications lower and/or site used by more than one telecommunications service provider. • EIA -222 - Electronics Industries Association Standard 222, "Structural Standards for Steel Antenna Towers and Antennas Support Structures." • Service - the offering of telecommunications for a fee directly to the public, or to such classes of users as to be effectively available directly to the public, regardless of the facilities used. • Tower - a self-supporting or guyed structure more than twenty feet in height, built primarily to support one or more telecommunications antennas. • Electric Transmission - a self-supporting structure In excess of 50 feet in height designed to support high voltage electric lines. This does not include local utility or distribution poles (with or without transformers) designed to provide electric service to individual customers. • Guyed - any telecommunications tower supported In whole or in part by cables anchored to the ground. • Height - the distance measured from grade to the highest point of any and all components of the structure, including antennas, hazard lighting, and other appurtenances, if any. • Monopole - a self-supporting telecommunications tower, which consists of a single vertical pole, fixed into the ground and/or attached to a foundation. • Self-supporting Lattice - a telecommunications tower that consists of an open network of metal braces, usually triangular or square in cross- section. • Theater - a structure providing for live or taped entertainment with fixed seating. • Thoroughfare - See Streets. • Townhouse - an single-family residence joined to another dwelling on one or more sides by a party wall with three (3) or more units with each unit located on an individual lot. • Townhouse condominium - an attached residential unit with three (3) or more units attached with individual ownership only in the Irving unit. Ownership and management of common areas is entrusted to a duly organized association of owners of property as provided in the Texas Condominium Act. • Trailer - a vehicle without motor power, designed or used for carrying property wholly on its own structure and to be drawn by a motor vehicle. • Tree - Protected Trees and Unprotected Trees of at least six caliper inches in diameter. A.18 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX A • Tree Caliper - The diameter of existing trees is measured in caliper inches four feet ' above the soil grade. If the Tree is on a slope, measure from the high side of the slope. Trees must be measured above any unusual swells in the trunk. For a multi - trunk Tree, all trunks are measured. The total caliper inches of the largest trunk and one-half of the caliper inches of each additional trunk represent the caliper inches of the tree. The diameter of new or Replacement trees are measured in conformance with the American Association of Nurserymen Standards for Nursery Stock six inches above the ground for trees up to and including 4 -inch caliper, and twelve inches above the ground for trees of more than 4 -inch caliper. All measurements must be rounded to the nearest one-half inch. • Tree Cover - the perimeter of the combined drip line of one or more trees containing calipers greater than 6". • Trees. Fence Row - all six caliper inch trees located within five feet on each side of a nearly straight line. • Tree. Historic - a Protected Tree in excess of 40 inches or that is determined to be over 100 years old by an arborist's estimate. • Tree. Protected - any healthy tree located outside of the flood plain and which is not an Unprotected Tree. • Tree Removal Permit - a permit issued to an Owner to remove a tree. • Tree Survey - a survey of existing trees prepared by a licensed arborist showing the approximate location, size (caliper and height), condition [healthy or unhealthy] and common name of each existing tree including a table listing of each tree showing the ' common name, size (caliper and height). • Tree. Replacement - a tree or trees planted for the purpose of replacing trees lost as a result of development. • Tree. Unprotected — all Trees of a species listed as "Unprotected Trees" in Appendix C — Trees and Plants. • Tree Mitigation Plan — a plan for replacing trees to be removed. • Use - the occupancy, purpose or activity for which the land, or building thereon, is designed, arranged, or intended, or for which it is occupied or maintained. • Use. principal - is the main use or occupancy of land or buildings as distinguished from a subordinate or accessory use. • Use. Accessory -a use incidental or subordinate to the principal use. • Variance - an adjustment in the application of the specific regulations of zoning regulations to a particular parcel of property, which, because of special conditions or circumstances peculiar to the particular parcel and not the result of applicant actions, would result in unnecessary and undue hardship. • Veterinary Hospital or Clinic - a place for the care, grooming, diagnosis and treatment of sick, ailing, infirm or injured animals which may include boarding of animals is incidental to the principal use. • Video Redemption Machine — a machine operated by the payment or insertion of paper currency, coin, metal slug, token, card, check or other consideration that is designed, made, and adapted solely for bona fide amusement purposes, and by operation of chance or a combination of chance and skill affords a user, in addition to any right of replay, an opportunity to receive exclusively noncash merchandise, prizes, toys, or novelties, or a A.18 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX A representation of value redeemable for those items that have a wholesale value from a single play of the machine of not more than 10 times the amount of the charge to play the machine or $5.00, whichever is less. No more than five (5) video redemption machines may be operated on any premises or facility located under a common roof or located over a common foundation without a special use permit. • Warehouse - a building in which more than fifty percent of the ground floor area is utilized for the storage of products, which is not the office or showroom area of the building. • Wholesale business - those businesses which sell, broker, transfer, receive or otherwise handle volume commodities for fabrication, resale or internal commercial or industrial consumption. • Wrecking Junk or Auto Salvage Yard - a yard or building where automobiles or machinery are stored, dismantled and/or offered for sale as whole units, as salvaged parts or as processed metal. • Yard - the area between the property line and the building setback line in which no structure may be located • Yard. Front - An open, unoccupied space on a lot facing a street extending across the front of a lot between the side lot lines and from the main building to the front lot or street line with the minimum horizontal distance between the street line and the main building line as specked for the district in which it is located. • Yard. Rear - An open, unoccupied space, except for accessory buildings as herein permitted, extending across the rear of a lot measured between the side lot lines and having a depth between the building and the rear lot line as specified in the district in which the lot is situated • Yard. Side - An open, unoccupied space or spaces on one side or tyro sides of a main building and on the same lot with the building, situated between the building and a side line of the lot and extending through from the front yard to the rear yard. Any lot line, not the rear line or a front line, shall be deemed a side line. • Zoning District Mao -The official certified map depicting the boundaries of zoning districts. • Zoning Administrator- Director of Planning and Development. Supp. No. 1 (1939-5-01) Supp. No. 2 (19849-01) F -•Rill i EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 FEES AND CHARGES Schedule A- Subdivision Filing Fees 1. General Development Plan 2. Residential: For Single Family Uses Preliminary Plat Final Plat Residential: For Multi -family Uses Preliminary Plat Final Plat Combination Plat 3. Other Uses: No Fee APPENDIX B $250.00 per plat plus $15.00 per lot $350.00 per plat plus $25.00 per lot $250.00 per plat plus $7.50 per unit $350.00 per plat plus $10.00 per unit $350.00 per plat plus $17.50 per unit For Commercial, Industrial, Institutional and Other Uses not normally platted in lots: Preliminary Plat Final Plat Combination Plat $150.00 per plat plus $15.00 per acre. $200.00 per plat plus $25.00 per acre $300.00 per plat plus $40.00 per acre All acreage will be rounded up to the nearest whole acre. 4. Amending Plats $150.00 per plat 5. Refiling: When a preliminary plat has been disapproved by the Commission, and the subdi- vider refiles a new design for all or a lesser portion of the preliminary plat within thirty (30) days of such disapproval, no new fee shall be charged for the refiling. When a plat has been withdrawn by the applicant, no new fee shall be charged for refilling 'If resubmitted within sixty (60) days of the date that the plat is withdrawn. After sixty (60) days) fees shall apply as an original submission. Schedule B - Permit Fees Temporary Use Permit $100.00 Temporary Use Permit Renewal $100.00 Clearing and Grading Permit $ 50.00 Will require a cash bond of $.50 per square yard ($2,420 per acre) refundable subdivision construction commences within 180 days from issuance of permit Development Permit $100.00 Tree Removal Permit - $100.00 30 Day Tree Removal Extension $ 50.00 Schedule C - Other Charges 1. Street Escrow Fees - various streets throughout the community are substandard and may require reconstruction or street escrow fees as part of the development - refer to Engineering Department 2. Facilities Agreements - various portions of the community are subject to Facility Agreements - refer to Engineering Department. 3. Pro -Rata Fees - the City has set up various pro rata districts throughout the City for water, sewer and drainage improvements. They vary within the City - refer to Engineering Department. 4. Impact Fees for water. sewer. roadwav-see Article XI of this Code B-1 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX B FEES AND CHARGES 5. Street Licht Power Fee - the first two years of estimated power usage, fee varies depending on type of light and fixture - refer to Engineering Department. 6. Wall Maintenance Fee - $10 per foot of wall constructed on City right-of-way must be paid prior to issuance of building permits. The purpose of this fee is to cover maintenance after expiration of the two-year maintenance bond. 7. Cash Sidewalk Bond - $1.75 per square foot for 25% of the estimated square feet of 4 -foot sidewalk in the subdivision. 8. Traffic Signs Fee - Developer is charged the cost of installation of required traffic signs, including, but not limited to, regulatory signs, street signs, posts, etc. Costs vary - refer to Engineering Department. 9. Inspection Fees - 3.2% of the construction costs for public infrastructure (water, sewer, streets, and storm sewer) 10. Park Fees - $645.00 per residential unit. 11. Certificate of Occupancy for Change in occupancy or business use - $ 75.00 12. Replacement Tree, in lieu of planting - $200.00 per caliper inch. Schedule D - Appeals to the Board of Adjustment Appeal from zoning determinations Schedule E - Zoning Fees 1. Zoning Amendments a. Residential b. Commercial C. Specific Use Permit d. Specific Use Permit (existing structure) e. Planned Development f. Public Hearing Sign Fee g. Temporary Use Permit of Renewal h. Zoning Verification Letter $100.00 $500.00 plus $10.00 per acre $500.00 plus $10.00 per acre $350.00 plus $10.00 per acre $250.00 $500.00 plus $10.00 per acre $198.45 $100.00 $50.00 2. Site Plan Review $250 per site plan All acreage will be rounded up to the nearest whole acre. Schedule F - Sign Permit Fees (In the event the application is not approved, the fee shall be refunded at a rate of 50%) 1. Fees for a permit to erect, alter, replace or relocate any temporary sign shall be as follows: a) $100 per year, renewable annually b) $30 for banners, special events, and Grand Openings C) $100 per year for model home/model home park signs - renewable annually 2. Fees for a permit to erect, alter, replace or relocate any Freestanding or Attached Wall Sign shall be as follows: a) $100 - Illuminated b) $50 - noniliuminated 3. Fees for a permit to renew any Billboard shall be as follows: a) $200 per face, renewable annually - $200 M EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX B FEES AND CHARGES 4. Fee for a "sign plan" for permanent signs in retail, commercial, industrial, and office districts shall be a minimum of $300, or 80% of the fee if each sign were permitted separately, whichever is greater. 5. Fee for all other signs shall be $50 Supp. No. 1 (1939-5A7) Schedule G — Fire Code Fees Permit Fees. Fees for each permit required, other regulatory storage/handling, equipment use or process shall be charged to perform necessary plan reviews and field inspections." Construction Permit Fees. Permit fees for all new installations of, or modification to, automatic Ore extinguishing systems, automatic detection systems, or automatic fire command and control systems shall be as shown in Table 105.8.1 Tahle 105.8.1 0-100,000 Square feet 1 0.015 per square foot of building area (minimum of $50.00 100,001 — 300,000 $1500 or first Plus 0.014 for each additional 100,000 square feet square foot area or fraction thereof 300,001+ $3700 for first Plus 0.009 for each additional 300,000 square feet square Toot area or fraction thereof Other Permit Fees. Permit Tees for all other regulatory storage/handling, equipment use or process, are as follows: 105.8.2.1 Access Control System 105.8.2.2 Carnivals and Fairs 105.8.2.3 Fireworks / Pyrotechnic 105.8.2.4 Flammable Combustible Liquid(s) 105.8.2.5 Flammable / Combustible Storage Tanks 105.8.2.5.3.1 First Tank 105.8.2.5.3.2 Each additional tank 105.8.2.6 Flow Test 105.8.2.7 Gate Access Systems 105.8.2.8 Hood Exhaust Extinguishing System 105.8.2.9 LPG 105.8.2.10 Open Burning 105.8.2.11 Underground Fire Main $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $150.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.001per system) $50.00 $1,000.00 (per day / per site) $50.00" Permit Re4nspection Fees. All Tees must be paid prior to scheduling of re -inspection (s). See Table 105.8.3." 8-3 EXHIBIT "A" ALLEN LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 1984-9-01 APPENDIX B FEES AND CHARGES Tahla 105.8.3 First scheduled inspection No charge 1 Re -ins coon $50.00 2 Re -inspection $75.00 3 and Subsequent Re- inspection $100.00 Section 105.9 of the International Fire Code, 2000 Edition is amended to add the following section to read as follows: Contractor Company Registration. Any company performing work that requires a permit per this code shall register with the Fire Department, prior to any work being done in this City. Registration shall be good for one year, or at such time the Company's State Certificate of Registration expires. A copy of State Certification (if applicable), a copy of applicant's Drivers License and annual fees are due at time of Registration application. Annual registration fees are as follows: CONTRACTOR COMPANY REGISTRATION FEE Fire Alarm Certficate of R istration $50.00 Fire Extinguisher Certificate of Registration (fixed s stems on $50.00 Fire S 51 der Certificate of Registration $50.00 Any other corn an rforminq permitted work $50.00 Supp. No. 2(1984.8-01) B-4 r L 5 _ WUyOH SHRQBS IF f-I.VIDSWE BUITER STRIP Of � ' jirFR SIRp ww� ! 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