O-1590-4-98ORDINANCE NO. 1590.498
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ALLEN, COLLIN COUNTY, TEXAS,
REPEALING ARTICLE H OF CHAPTER 5 OF THE REVISED CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF ALLEN, TEXAS; REPEALING CERTAIN
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF ALLEN, TEXAS, INCLUDING NO. 10954-
92
095492 & 1163493; ADOPTING THE 1997 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM FIRE
CODE INCLUDING FUTURE AMENDMENTS; AND UNIFORM FIRE CODE
STANDARDS INCLUDING FUTURE AMENDMENTS; PRESCRIBING
REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO LIFE AND
PROPERTY FROM FIRE OR EXPLOSION, PROVIDING FOR THE
ISSUANCE OF PERMITS FOR HAZARDOUS USES OR OPERATIONS, AND
ESTABLISHING A BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION AND PROVIDING
OFFICERS THEREFORE AND DEFINING THEIR DUTIES AND POWERS;
PROVIDING FOR THE AMENDING OF SAID 1997 UNIFORM FIRE CODE
AND UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARDS WITH CERTAIN DELETIONS,
AMENDMENTS, AND/OR ADDITIONS; AUTHORIZING SUITS FOR
INJUNCTIVE RELIEF; PROVIDING A SEVERABELM CLAUSE;
PROVIDING A PENALTY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the Chief of the Fire Department of the City has reviewed the 1997 edition of the
Uniform Fire Code and the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code Standards and recommends the
adoption of the same by the City Council of the City of Allen, with certain hereinafter enumerated
changes, and further recommends the repeal of certain Ordinances in conflict therewith; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Allen has reviewed the recommendations of the Fire Chief
and concurs with the same,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALLEN,
TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1. ADOPTION OF UNIFORM FIRE CODE
There is hereby adopted by the City Council of the City of Allen, Texas, for the purpose of prescribing
regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from fire or explosion, that certain
Code (mown as the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code including Appendix Chapters 1-C, II -B, H-
D, H -E, 11-F, B-H, II -1, II -J, IB -A, BI -C, IV -A, IV -B, V-A, VI -A, VI -B, VI -C, VI -D, VI -E and the
1997 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code Standards published by the International Fire Code Institute,
being particularly the 1997 Edition thereof and the whole thereof including future amendments or
revisions as they are published, save and except such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or
amended by this Ordinance, of which Code and Standards copies have been and are now filed in the
City Offices and the same are hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out at length herein,
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and from the date on which this Ordinance shall take effect, the provisions thereof shall be controlling
within the limits of the City of Allen.
SECTION 2. FIRE PROTECTION DIVISION
The Uniform Fire Code shall be enforced by the Bureau of Fire Prevention which is hereby established
as a function of the department of Fire Protection of the City of Allen and shall be administered by the
Fire Marshal under the supervision of the Fire Chief.
The Fire Marshal shall be appointed or 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 Chief of the Fire Department may detail such members of the Fire Department as inspectors as
shall from time to time be necessary and each member so assigned shall be authorized to enforce the
provisions of the Uniform Fire Code. The Fire Chief may recommend to the City Manager the
employment of technical inspectors, who, when such authorization is made, shall be appointed on the
basis of proper qualification. The position shall be open to members and nonmembers of the Allen Fire
Department.
The Fire Chief or his designated representatives shall inspect all buildings, premises or portions thereof
as often as may be necessary, in accordance with Section 103.3 of the Uniform Fire Code as amended.
An initial inspection and one (1) reinspection shall be made free of charge. If the Fire Chief or his
designee is required to make follow-up inspections after the initial inspection and reinspection to
' determine whether a violation or violations observed during the previous inspections have been
corrected, a fee shall be charged. The occupant, lessee or person making use of the building or
premises shall pay said fee or fees within thirty (30) days of being billed as a condition to continued
lawful occupancy of the building or premises.
Fees for follow-up inspections after initial inspection and reinspection shall be as follows:
First follow-up inspection .......... $50.00
All subsequent inspections .......... $100.00 each inspection
SECTION 3. DEFINITIONS
Whenever the word "jurisdiction" is used in the Uniform Fire Code, it shall mean the corporate limits
of the City of Allen, Texas.
Whenever the words "Chief of the Bureau of Fire Prevention or Fire Protection" are used, they shall
be held to mean the Fire Chief of the City of Allen, Texas.
SECTION 4. PROMBITING THE STORAGE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
The storage of flammable or combustible liquids in outside above ground tanks is prohibited within
' each and every zoning district within the City of Allen with the exception of those districts which are
zoned for industrial use.
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Exception: When approved by the Fire Chief, installation of approved above
' ground tanks in other districts may be permitted following review of the proposed
installation location, tank size, contents, construction features, adjacent occupancy uses
and the fire protection features being installed to provide protection for the storage
area.
SECTION 5. PROHDtITING STORAGE OF LPG AND LNG
The storage of liquefied petroleum and liquefied natural gas in outside above ground storage tanks is
prohibited within each and every zoning district of the City of Allen with the exception of those zoned
for industrial use. The storage of liquefied petroleum and liquefied natural gas shall be prohibited in
both aboveground and underground locations in all residential zoned districts in the City of Allen.
Exception 1: When approved by the Fire Chief, installations 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.
Exception 2: Such uses as allowed in Article 82 as amended.
SECTION 6. PROHIBITING STORAGE OF EXPLOSIVES
The limits referred to in Section 7701.7.2 of the Uniform Fire Code in which storage of explosives and
blasting agents is prohibited, are hereby declared to be the corporate limits of the City of Allen, Texas.
SECTION 7. STANDARDS
Section 9001.3 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
9001.3 Recognized Standards. Whenever this code or any of the adopted recognized standards are
inapplicable for any reason to any situation involving the protection of persons and property from the
hazards of fire and explosion, the materials, methods of construction, installations, practices or
operations necessary to provide such protection shall, to a reasonable degree be in accordance with
nationally recognized and accepted standards, principles and tests, and generally recognized and well-
established methods of fire prevention and control. The standards that appear in Article 90 and
Appendix V-A are intended for use as a guide in the design, fabrication, testing, and use of equipment
regulated by this code. In the event of a conflict between the Uniform Fire Code, the Uniform Fire
Code Standard, the referenced standards, or any other Ordinance of the City of Allen, the most
restrictive Code, Ordinance, or Standard shall apply and be controlling.
SECTION 8. PERMITS & FEES
Section 105.8 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition of paragraph a.6 and m.4 which
shall require permits for the installation of certain fire protection systems and the use of model rockets
shall read as follows:
a.6. Automatic Fire Protection Systems. A permit shall be required to install any automatic fire
extinguishing system, automatic detection system, or automatic fire command and control system.
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' m.4. Model Rocketry. A permit shall be required to conduct model rocket operations utilizing
rockets powered by propellants other than water.
Section 105.3 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition of Sections 105.3.1 and 105.3.2
which shall establish a special permit fee schedule. Fees for each permit shall be charged to perform
necessary plan reviews and field inspections of all new installations of, or modifications to, automatic
fire extinguishing systems, automatic detection systems, or automatic fire command and control
systems.
Permit fees shall be based upon .005c per square foot with a minimum fee of $50.00. A special
inspection fee of $50.00 shall be charged in addition to the permit fee for any installation that is
determined by the Fire Chief, or his designee, to have been commenced without a permit.
Permit fees for other regulated storage/handling, equipment use, or process are as follows:
Section 105.3.1. Permit Fees (Single Fee Items)
Permit Tv ce (See Section 105.8) Fee
a.6 Hood Exhaust Extinguishing Systems $50.00
c.2 Carnivals and Fairs $50.00
f.2. Fireworks/Pyrotechnic Displays $50.00
0. Flammable/Combustible Liquids $50.00
Flammable/Combustible Liquid Tanks $150.00
1.1 Liquefied Petroleum Gas $50.00
o.l. Open Burning (Per Site, Per Day)
$1000.00
t.1. Tents, Canopies, Temporary Membrane
Structures.
$50.00
Underground Fire Main Only
$50.00
Construction/System Test Reinspection Fees
$35.00
(Note: Re -inspection fees shall be paid prior to scheduling the re -inspection.)
Section 105.3.2. Waiver Of Permit Fees. The Fire Chief, or his designee, may waive any permit
fee where it is in the best interest of the public. In such cases, the normal administrative process of
securing the appropriate permit shall be followed, and said permit may be issued by the Fire Chief or
his designee.
SECTION 9. DEFINITIONS
Section 207-F of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition of the following definition:
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' Fire Lane is a means of ingress and egress designated for fire department use during emergencies to
allow unobstructed access to a building or operation. The fire lane shall be permanently dedicated to
the public use in a legally filed plat or other acceptable legal instrument designating such access
easement by metes and bounds.
Section 207-M of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the change of the following definition:
Mechanical Code is the International Mechanical Code"' as adopted by this jurisdiction.
Section 220.5 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition of the following definition:
Self -Service Storage Facility is real property designed and used for the purpose of renting or leasing
individual storage and removing personal property on a self-service basis.
SECTION 10. FIRE DEPARTMENT ACCESS TO BUILDINGS
Section 901 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 901.4.1 General. Marking of fire access road, addresses and fire protection equipment shall
be in accordance with Section 901.4. See Section 902.2.3 for fire apparatus access road marking.
Section 901.4.4 Premises Identification. Approved numerals of minimum 3" height and contrasting
with the background designating the address shall be placed on all new and existing buildings/structures
' in such position as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property and
from the rear of each building/structure. Where buildings do not immediately front a street, approved
6 -inch height building numerals or address and 3 -inch height suite/apartment numerals of a color
contrasting with the background of the building shall be placed on all new and existing buildings or
structures.
SECTION 11. FIRE LANES
Section 902 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 902.1 General. The Fire Chief, or his designated representative, is authorized to designate
adequate fire lanes and fire lane turnarounds for all buildings when deemed necessary for fire
department access.
Section 902.2 Fire Apparatus Access Roads
Section 902.2.1 Required Access. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided in accordance with
Sections 901 and 902.2 for every facility, building or portion of a building hereafter constructed or
moved into or within the jurisdiction when any portion of the facility or any portion of an exterior wall
of the first story of the building is located more than 150 feet(45720 mm) from the fire apparatus access
as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building or facility. The path of
measurement shall be along a minimum of a (10) feet wide unobstructed pathway around the external
walls of the structure. See also Section 902.3 for personnel access to buildings .... (balance to remain
unchanged)
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' 902.2.2 Specifications
902.2.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than
20 feet(6096 mm) and an unobstructed vertical clearance of 14 feet. Vertical clearances or widths shall
be increased when, in the opinion of the chief, vertical clearances or widths are not adequate to provide
fire apparatus access. Any such fire lane easement shall either connect both ends to a dedicated street
or be provided with an approved turnaround. Hydrants shall not be located in a cul-de-sac or the
turning radius of fire lanes. If two or more interconnecting lanes are provided, interior radii for that
connection shall be required in accordance with the following:
1)
20' Fire
Lane
......................Radius 30'
2)
24' Fire
Lane
......................Radius 20'
3)
30' Fire
Lane
......................Radius 10'
Fire lane and access easements shall be provided to serve all buildings through parking areas, to service
entrances of buildings, loading areas and trash collection areas, and other areas deemed necessary to be
available to fire and emergency vehicles. Notwithstanding Sections 902.2. & 902.2.2, the Fire Chief is
authorized to designate additional requirements for fire lanes where the same is reasonably necessary so
as to provide access for fire and rescue personnel.
Section 902.2.2.1.2 Easements. The City of Allen requires fire lane easements to be legally recorded
on either an approved plat or a separate document filed in accordance with the laws of the State of
Texas.
' Section 902.2.2.2 Surface. Fire Lanes shall be constructed with an all-weather surface capable of
supporting the imposed loads of fire apparatus and meeting City of Allen Engineering Standards. Prior
to construction of the fire lane, the design of the fire lane shall be submitted to the Fire Chief for his
review for written approval.
Section 902.2.3 Marking. It shall be the responsibility of the owner to install and maintain signs,
and, if necessary, pavement markings to properly notify the public of the location of fire lanes on his
property. The proper markings shall be as follows:
Signs - shall read "No Parking - Fire Lane" 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 sign shall be six feet.
six inches (6'6") above finished grade. Signs shall be spaced not more than 50 feet (50') apart.
Signs may be installed on permanent buildings or walls as approved by the Fire Chief.
2. Pavement Markings - shall be marked by painted lines of red traffic paint six inches (6") in
width to show the boundaries of the lane. The words "NO PARKING FIRE LANE" shall
appear in four inch (4") white letters at 25 feet intervals on the red border markings on each
side of the fire lanes.
3. Curb Markings - shall be painted in red traffic paint from the top seam of the curb to a point
even with the driving surface. The words "NO PARKING FIRE LANE" shall appear in four
inch (4") white letters at 25 feet intervals along the curb on each side of the fire lanes.
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' SECTION 902.2.4 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 to insure that all fire lane
markings required by Section 902.2.3 be kept so that the borders of each and every portion of the fire
lane are easily distinguishable by the public.
SECTION 902.2.2.6 Obstruction & Control. No owner or person in charge of the premises served
by a fire lane or access easement 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.
SECTION 902.2.2.6.1 Fencing. Where security fencing is necessary, the owner shall provide gates
or openings which may be secured. Gates designated as primary entry gates by the Fire Chief at Group
R & I occupancies shall be equipped with an approved automated entry system controlled by 3M
"Opticorn '" or approved equal. All other entry points along the fire lane must be automated or
"Knox" compatible as approved by the Fire Chief to permit immediate access by fire personnel and
equipment in the event of fire or emergency. Gates must open fully in either direction or be sliding or
raised arm type. The design of fencing, gates and automatic opening devices must be approved by the
Fire Marshal.
SECTION 902.2.2.6.2 Obstruction/Removal. The required width of fire lanes shall in no way be
obstructed, including the parking of vehicles. 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.
SECTION 902.2.2.6.3 Modification. The Fire Chief is authorized to modify the requirements of this
section where approved fire protection systems provide the necessary degree of safety. The Fire Chief
is authorized to require an increase in the minimum access widths where such width is not adequate for
fire and rescue operations. All bridges shall meet City of Allen Engineering Standards. Fire lane grades
shall not exceed 5% unless approved by the Fire Chief. Bridges used for access shall be capable of
supporting the imposed loads of fire apparams.
SECTION 12. WATER SUPPLY
Section 903 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 903.1 Water Supply. An approved water supply capable of supplying the required fire flow
for fire protection shall be provided to all premises upon which buildings or portions of buildings are
hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction. When any portion of the building
protected is in excess of 150 feet from a water supply on a public street, as measured by an approved
route around the exterior of the building, there shall be provided, when required by the Chief, on site
fire hydrants and mains capable of supplying the required fire flow.
Water supply may consist of reservoirs, pressure tanks, elevated tanks, water mains or other fixed
systems capable of providing the required fire flow.
Section 903.4.2 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
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' 903.4.2 Required Installations. The location, number and type of fire hydrants connected to a water
supply capable of delivering the required fire flow shall be provided on the public street or on the site
of the premises or both to be protected as required and approved. A fire hydrant shall be located within
100 feet of a fire department connection.
Fire hydrants shall be spaced in accordance with the following:
Occupancy Unsprinklered Sminklered
R-3 AND U 400' 600'
All others 300' 500'
Hydrants shall be located at all intersecting streets and at intermediate locations between intersections
as prescribed above, measured as the hose would be laid. All hydrants shall be accessible to the Fire
Department apparatus by roadways meeting the requirements of Section 902.2
Article 10 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition of Section 1001.4.1 and Section
1001.4.2 which shall read as follows:
Section 1001.4.1 System Instructions. Keys, labels and signage necessary for the operation and use
' of required fire protection systems shall be provided as required by the Fire Chief.
Section 1001.4.2 Fire Procedure Notice. A Fire Procedure Notice shall be posted and maintained in
a conspicuous location within each dwelling, guest room, or tenant area in the following occupancies:
1. Hotels
2. Apartment buildings in excess of two stories.
3. Group B, in excess of two stories in height.
The Fire Procedure Notice shall contain the following minimum information:
1. Primary and secondary evacuation routes.
2. Fire reporting instructions.
3. Basic fire survival procedures.
SECTION 14. SYSTEM APPROVAL AND TESTING
Section 1001.4 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition to the end of paragraph 1 of the
following:
1001.4 Installation Acceptance Testing. <add to paragraph 1>
All required tests shall be conducted by and at the expense of the owner or his representative. The Fire
' Department shall not be held responsible for any damages incurred in such a test. Where it is required
that the Fire Department witness any such test, such test shall be scheduled with a minimum of 48 hour
notice to the Fire Chief or his representative.
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' SECTION 15. SYSTEM STANDARDS
Section 1003.1.2 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
SECTION 1003.1.2 Standards. Fire Protection systems shall comply with the appropriate Uniform
Building Code Standards and National Fire Protection Association Standards.(See U.B.C. Standard 9-
1.)
Exceptions:
1. Automatic sprinkler systems not covered by the Building Code shall be approved and
installed in accordance with approved standards.
2. Automatic sprinkler systems may be connected to the domestic water supply main when
approved by the building official,... (balance of Exception #2 to remain unchanged)
3. Automatic sprinkler systems in Group R Occupancies four stories or less may be in
accordance with the Building Code requirements for residential sprinkler systems.(See
U.B.C. Standard 9-3) Exception #3 of the sections relating to "Location of
Sprinklers" in NFPA 13R and U.B.C. Standard 9-3 are hereby deleted. Exception # 4
of the sections relating to "Location of Sprinklers" in NFPA 13R and U.B.C. Standard
9-3 are hereby amended to delete the word "attics".
4. Automatic sprinkler systems in One- and Two -Family Dwellings and Manufactured
Homes may be in accordance with U.B.C. Standard 9-7.
' S. Where sprinklers are installed in electrical rooms they shall be separated from the
buildings main sprinkler system by a pre -action valve. This valve shall be connected to
fire detection device(s) in the electrical room. Sprinkler piping shall remain dry until
the fire detection device activates and opens the pre -action valve. Detection devices
shall have a minimum operating temperature rating of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Sprinkler head(s) shall be of a type to remain closed until sufficient heat is present to
open them. The sprinkler(s) shall have a minimum operating temperature rating of 212
degrees Fahrenheit. Sprinkler heads in electrical rooms shall be protected with a listed
guard over the head. Sprinkler heads may be installed in electrical rooms without the
pre -action valve, fire detection device and guard if approved tamper proof heads are
installed in place of standard heads.
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 5 psi margin of safety.
SECTION 16. REQUIRED SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
Section 1003.1.3 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 1003.1.3 Modifications. When residential sprinkler systems as set forth in the Building Code
(see U.B.C. Standard 9-3) are provided, exceptions to, or reductions in, Building Code requirements
' based on the installation of an automatic sprinkler system are not allowed. Allowable tradeoffs for, or
increases in, Building Code provisions based on the installation of an automatic sprinkler system are
not allowed.
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' Exception: Reductions are allowed for the following provisions:
1. Section 708.3.1.1.3 of the Building Code, draft stops in floor -ceiling assemblies.
2. Section 708.3.1.2.1 of the Building Code, draft stops in attics.
3. Section 708.3.1.2.2 of the Building Code, draft stops in attics.
Section 1003.2.2 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the revision of the section header, paragraph
#5 and the addition of paragraphs #6,#7, to read as follows:
1003.2.2 AB occupancies except Group U occupancies. Except for Group U Occupancies, an
automatic sprinkler system shall be installed:..........
5. Throughout all buildings with a floor level, other than penthouses in compliance with
Section 1511 of the Building Code, that is located 35 feet (10688 rum) or more above
the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
Exception: Open parking structures
6. High -Piled Combustible Storage. For any building with a clear height exceeding 15
feet, see Section 8101.
7. Spray Booths and Rooms. New and existing spray booths and spraying rooms shall
be protected by an approved automatic fire extinguishing system.
8. Buildings over 6,000 square feet. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be
' installed throughout all buildings over 6,000 square feet.
Article 10 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition of Section 1003.2.6.4 which shall read
as follows:
1003.2.6.4 Group H, Division 5 Occupancies. Aircraft hangers shall be classed by Group and
Type*, and shall be provided with a fire extinguishing system as specified by U.B.C. Standard 94.
(*Note: Any classification of construction type under U.B.C. Standard 9-4 shall be for use with that
standard only and shall have no bearing on the construction type used with any other provision of this
code.)
Section 1003.2.9 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
1003.2.9 Group R, Division 1 Occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed
throughout every apartment house two or more stories in height or containing 16 or more dwelling
units, every congregate residence two or more stories in height or having an occupant load of more
than 10, and every hotel two or more stories in height or containing 20 or more guest rooms.
Residential or quick -response standard sprinklers shall be used in the dwelling units and guest room
portions of the building.
Article 10 of die Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition of Section 1003.2. 10 which shall read
as follows:
' 1003.2.10. Self -Service Storage Facilities. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed
throughout all self-service storage facilities.
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Exception: One-story self-service storage facilities, that have no interior corridors,
with a one-hour fire -rated occupancy separation wall installed between every storage
compartment.
Section 1003 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 1003.3.1 Where Required. When serving more than 25 sprinklers, automatic sprinkler
systems shall be supervised by an approved U.L. Listed Fire Central Station Service Company, an
approved U.L. Listed Fire Proprietary Alarm Service Company or by interface with the Allen Fire
Dispatch Alarm Panel. Sprinkler systems serving more than 25 sprinkler heads shall be equipped with
monitored shut off valves and individual flow switches for each floor or zone as designated by the Fire
Chief.
Section 1003.4, subparagraph 4.4 of item H4 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
1003.4 Permissible Sprinkler Omissions.
4.4 Other approved fire -protection equipment is installed in such areas.
SECTION 18. STANDPD'ES
' Section 1004 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 1004.2 Required Installations. Not withstanding the requirements of Uniform Fire Code
Table 1004-A and Uniform Building Code Standard 9-2, additional standpipes will be required in the
following occupancies:
CLASS I STANDPIPES:
a. Occupancies exceeding two (2) or more stories in height.
b. Occupancies in which the distance from any interior area to the main point of fire
department ingress exceeds 250 feet. Standpipes supplying such areas will be provided
so as to provide for a hose connection at 200 foot intervals along main hallways and
corridors.
C. Occupancies designated by the Fire Chief where the installation of standpipes is
necessary to properly protect the premises.
CLASS D OR M STANDPIPES:
a. Occupancies of rack storage as required by NFPA 231C or Uniform Fire Code Article
81.
Ib. Occupancies as may be designated by the Fire Chief where the installation of
standpipes is necessary to properly protect the premises.
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' Section 1004.3, third paragraph of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
1004.3 Location of Class 1 Standpipe Hose Connections.
There shall be a two-way outlet above the roof line on every standpipe when the roof has slope of less
than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33.3% slope).
Exception: Where the stairway extends to the roof, the two-way outlet may be
located at the topmost floor landing.
Article 10 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition of a new paragraph to Section 1003.4
which shall read as follows:
1004.3 Location of Class 1 Standpipe Hose Connections.
<Add the following to the end of this section.>
All Class I standpipes shall be:
1. Water filled at all tunes, or
2. Supervised with a minimum of 10 psig and a maximum of 40 psig air pressure with a
high/low alarm.
Table 1004-A, Occupancy Item #5, Standpipe Class for Sprinklered Buildings of the Uniform Fire
Code is amended to read as follows:
' Table 1004-A. - Standpipe Required Systems
Change Occupancy Item #5, Standpipe Class for Sprinklered Buildings from "No requirement' to
Class "I".
Section 8704.4.3.1 and 8704.4.3.2 shall be amended to read as follows:
Section 8704.4.3.1 Where Required. At least one required standpipe shall be operational for use
during construction to a point within one (1) floor of the highest point of construction having secured
flooring or decking. In addition, required standpipes most be operational for single story buildings
prior to the use of combustible materials within the structure.
Section 8704.4.3.2 Temporary Standpipes. Temporary standpipes shall not be allowed and it shall
be the responsibility of the Contractor to insure that at least one of the permanent building standpipes is
installed and operational as required by paragraph above. In addition, each of the required outlets shall
be National Standard Thread (NST) equipped with a 2 1/2" X 11/2" reducer with chained cap.
SECTION 20. COMMERCIAL KITCHEN FIRE EXTINGUISHING EOUIPMENT
Section 1006.2.2 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the modification of the second paragraph
' which shall read as follows:
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' All systems shall comply with the requirements of the Mechanical Code and Fire Code. Listed systems
shall be installed in accordance with their listing, a copy of which shall be provided to the Fire Chief.
Other systems shall be of an approved design and shall be of one of the following types:
1. Automatic Sprinkler system.
2. Dry -Chemical extinguishing system.
3. Carbon Dioxide extinguishing system.
4. Wet -Chemical Extinguishing System
SECTION 21. FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
The following Sections and paragraphs of Article 10 of the Uniform Fire Code are amended or added
to read as follows:
Section 1001.3. Plans And Specifications. Three sets of the complete plans and specifications shall
be submitted to the Fire Chief for review and approval prior to any system installation. Plans and
specifications shall include, but not be limited to, a floor plan, location of all initiating and signaling
devices, alarm control- and trouble -signaling equipment, annunciation, power connection, battery
calculations, wiring type and sizes. Drawings shall be scaled or dimensioned. The Chief shall
designate those corrections necessary for acceptance of the proposed installation design and return all
' but one copy which will remain on record in the fire department. No fire alarm system shall be
installed without plans approval and compliance with corrections required by the Chief.
1001.3.1 Installation Certification. Upon completion of the installation, the Contractor shall provide
the Chief with one copy of a Texas State Fire Marshal's Fire Alarm Installation Certificate, certifying
that the system has been installed in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
1001.5.1.1 Annual Inspection. All occupancies containing an alarm system shall be inspected at
least annually by a State of Texas licensed fire alarm company. A tag shall be affixed to the alarm
panel showing the date of maintenance and inspector's signature.
1007.2.4 Group E Occupancies
1007.2.4.1 General. Group E Occupancies shall be provided with fire alarm systems in accordance
with Section 1007.2.4. Group E Occupancies shall be provided with an approved manual fire alarm
system. In Division 3 Occupancies, system smoke detectors shall be installed in all rooms used by
children.... {balance to remain unchanged}
1007.2.12.2.1 General. Occupancies, each having floors used for human occupancy located more
than 55 feet(16764 mm) above the ... (reminder of paragraph unchanged)... with Section 1007.2.12.2.
Exception: Open parking garages in compliance with Section 311.9 of the Building Code.
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1007.2.12.2.3 Emergency voicealarm-signaling system.
<add to end of section>
Actuation of any automatic or manual device shall initiate an alarm signal on the alarming floor, the
floor above, and the floor below and identify on an annunciator the zone or address from which the
alarm signal originated.
1007.2.12.2.4 Fire Department Communication System. A two-way, approved fire department
communication system shall be provided for fire department use. It shall operate between the central
control station and elevators, elevator lobbies, emergency standby power rooms, fire pump room and
inside stairways at each floor level.
1007.2.12.6 Corridors in (Mice Uses. When required by the Building Code for corridors in lieu of
one-hour corridor construction, smoke detectors shall be installed within the office corridors in
accordance with their listing. The actuation of any detector shall activate alarms audible in all area
served by the corridor. (See U.B.C. Section 1004.3.4.3, Exception 4 and 6.)
1007.3.1 Design Standards. Fire alarm systems and their components shall be installed by State of
Texas licensed contractors. Fire alarm systems, automatic fire detectors, emergency voice/alarm
communication systems and notification devices shall be designed, installed and maintained in
accordance with U.F.C. Standard 10-2, and other nationally recognized standards.
All alarm systems new or replacement serving 50 or more alarm actuating devices shall be addressable
fire detection systems. Alarm systems serving more than 75 smoke detectors or more than 200 total
alarm activating devices shall be analog intelligent addressable fire detection systems.
Exception: Existing systems need not comply unless the total system remodel or
expansion initiated after the effective date of this ordinance exceeds 30% of the
building. When cumulative building remodel or expansion exceeds 50%, the building
must comply within 18 months of the permit application.
1007.3.3.1.1 Manual Fire Alarm Boxes. {add items q3 & q4}
3. Manual alarm actuating devices shall be an approved double -action type.
4. The Fire Chief is authorized to require the installation of additional devices to prevent and/or
call attention to the tampering of alarm initiating devices on new and existing fire alarm
systems.
1007.3.3.8 Wiring. All foe 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 E; SLC Class "A", Style 6 - notification
Class "B", Style X.
1007.3.3.9 Flow Detectors and Electronic Monitoring. 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 15 seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe
systems except for fire department hose valves shall be electrically supervised to initiate a trouble
signal at the central control station upon tampering. The fire pump system shall also be supervised for
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' "power available", "phase reversal" and "pump running" conditions by trouble signal on distinct
circuits.
SECTION 22. OPEN BURNING
The following Sections and paragraphs of Article 11 of the Uniform Fire Code are amended or added
to read as follows:
1102.3.1 General. Open burning shall he conducted in trenches with approved equipment and in
accordance with Section 1102.3. Open burning shall also be conducted as required by other governing
agencies regulating emissions.
Exception: Recreational fires shall be in accordance with Section 1102.4
1102.3.9 Open Burning On Agricultural Land
1102.3.9.1 General. Open burning on agricultural -type land within or adjacent to the corporate
limits of the City of Allen is hereby declared to be a misdemeanor, a fire hazard and a public nuisance.
1102.3.9.2 location. Open burning on agricultural -type land is prohibited throughout the corporate
limits of the City of Allen and extending for a total of 5,000 feet outside the city limits; provided that
this Section shall not be in effect within any portion of such 5,000 feet area which is contained within
the territory of any other municipal corporation.
' 1102.3.9.3 Permits. The Fire Chief may waive the restrictions of this Section where such open
burning is in the best interest of the public, and when such burning will not endanger the life or
property of the public. In such cases, the normal administrative process of securing a burn permit shall
be followed, and said permit may be issued by the Fire Chief or his designee. In the event justified
complaints are received of the burning, the Fire Department is authorized to cancel the permit and
extinguish the fire.
SECTION 23. APPLICATION OF FLAMMABLE FINISHES
Section 4502.8.1 of the Uniform Fire Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
4502.8.1 General. New and existing spray booths and spraying rooms shall be protected by approved
automatic fire -extinguishing systems. Such systems shall be extended to protect exhaust plenums,
exhaust ducts and both sides of dry filters when such filters are used. For installation of automatic
sprinklers in ducts, see the Mechanical Code.
SECTTON 24. FIREWORKS
Section 7801.3.1.1 and 7802 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 7801.3.1.1 Manufacturing. The manufacturing of fireworks is prohibited.
' Section 7802.1 Fireworks Prohibited.
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' 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.
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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 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 7802.3 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 7802.4 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 feed 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 permitee 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.
SECTION 25. FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIOUmS
Section 7902.6. 11 is amended and 7902.6.12.1 is added to read as follows:
7902.6.11 Secondary Containment. An approved method of secondary containment shall be
provided for underground tank systems, including tanks, piping and related components. See Appendix
II -G.
7902.6.12.1 Dry Sumps. Approved sampling tubes of a minimum 6 inches in diameter shall be
installed in the backfill material of each underground flammable or combustible liquid storage tank.
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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 access 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 are required.
SECTION 26. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ROUTING
Article 80 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition of Section 8001.12.3.8 which shall
read as follows:
8001.12.3.8 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 throughfares 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:
U.S. Highway 75 (North city limits to South city limits).
2. State Highway 121 (West city limits to East city limits).
SECTION 27. RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS
Section 8003.13 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition of the following:
8003.13.1.6 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, its overall size and the amount and
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.
8003.13.1.7 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 millimentgens 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.
' SECTION 28. HIGH PILED STORAGE
The following sections of Article 81 are amended as follows:
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' 8101.1 Scope <add a third paragraph>
Any building exceeding 6,000 square feet that has a clear height in excess of 15 feet, making it possible
to be used for storage in excess of 12 feet, shall be considered to be high -piled storage and shall
comply with the provisions of this section. When a specific product cannot be identified, a fire
protection system shall be installed as for Class IV commodities.
8102.8.1 General. When curtain boards are required by Table 81-A, curtain boards shall be provided
in accordance with Section 8102.8. Also see Footnote 2, Table 81-B.
Exception: Fully sprinklered Group S Occupancies, storing Class I-IV
commodities, provided that a curtain board is installed between different system
designs.
SECTION 29. LIOUEFIED PETROLEUM GASES
Section 8203 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended by the addition of the following:
8203.2.1.9 Jewelry Repair, Dental Labs & Similar Occupancies.
Where natural gas service is not available, portable LP -Gas containers are allowed 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 shalt be
separated from other containers by a distance of not less than 20 feet.
' 8203.2.1.10 Portable Gas Grills. LP -Gas containers are allowed to be used to supply portable gas
grills at residential occupancies. Such containers shall not exceed 20 -pound (9.0 kg) water capacity.
8204.2 Maximum Capacity within Established Limits.
<exception added as follows>
Exception: Except as permitted in 8203.2.1.10, LP -Gas containers are not allowed
in residential areas unless approved by the Fire Chief.
SECTION 30. 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 arrest and conviction of any person or
persons found guilty of committing 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.
Notwithstanding any penal provision of this Ordinance, the City Attorney is authorized to file suit on
behalf of the City of Allen, the Fire Chief or his authorized representative, or both for injunctive relief
as may be necessary to enforce the provisions of this Ordinance.
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SECTION 32. REPEAL OF PREVIOUS FIRE CODE
From and after the effective date of this Ordinance, City of Allen Ordinance #1095-4-92 in conflict
herewith shall be repealed in all respects.
SECTION 33. CODE OF ORDINANCES
It is intended and hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance shall become a part of Chapter
5 of the Code of Ordinances, and to that end, Chapter 5 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Allen, Texas, and portions hereof may be renumbered and titles added at the discretion of the codifiers.
SECTION 34. SEVERANCE CLAUSE
It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council of the City of Allen, Texas, that the
sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this Ordinance are severable, and if any phrase,
clause, sentence, or section of this Ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional or invalid by any court
of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect any other remaining
phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this Ordinance; and the City Council hereby declares
it would have passed the remaining portions even though it had known the affected parts would be held
unconstitutional.
SECTION 35. PENALTY CLAUSE
Any person, firm, partnership, corporation, or association violating any provision of this Ordinance
shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof, shall be fined not more than
Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00), and each day such violation continues shall constitute a separate
and distinct violation.
SECTION 36. PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE
The fact that the present Fire Prevention Code of the City of Allen is in immediate need of change for
the protection of the public health, safety, and welfare makes it necessary that this Ordinance shall take
effect immediately upon its passage and publication as required by law and it is so ordained.
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' DULY PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCH. OF THE CITY OF ALLEN, TEXAS on the 2ND
DAY OF APRIL '1998 .
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
' A. Don Crowder, CITY ATTORNEY
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APPROVED: ln1
Stephen Terrell, MAYOR
ATTEST:
Ju Mo u, CITY SECRETARY
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