O-3477-6-17ORDINANCE NO. 3477-6-17
' AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALLEN, COLLIN
COUNTY, TEXAS, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING
CHAPTER 6, ARTICLE VIII, "ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH" IN ITS ENTIRETY
RELATING TO FOOD ESTABLISHMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS BY
ADOPTING THE TEXAS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT RULES, TEXAS
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE TITLE 25, CHAPTER 228, ADOPTED BY THE TEXAS
DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES, EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 11, 2015,
WITH AMENDMENTS; ESTABLISHING FOOD ESTABLISHMENT RULES FOR
CHILD CARE FACILITIES; ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS FOR SWIMMING
POOLS, SPAS AND PUBLIC INTERACTIVE WATER FEATURES; PROVIDING A
REPEALING CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO
EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000) FOR EACH
OFFENSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALLEN,
COLLIN COUNTY, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1. Chapter 6, Article VII the Code of Ordinances of the City of Allen, Texas, is amended in its
entirety to read as follows:
' "ARTICLE VIII.— ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
DIVISION 1. - IN GENERAL
Sec. 6-233. - Purpose.
The purpose of this article is to establish specific regulations for food service establishments, bed and
breakfast establishments, child care facilities and public and semi-public swimming pools located within the
City of Allen in addition to the requirements contained state and federal law for the purpose of further protecting
the public from health hazards and nuisances. The regulatory authority shall enforce all state, federal, and or
local law and regulation applicable to the above -referenced establishments operating within the City of Allen,
as permitted by law.
DIVISION 2. — FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS
Sec. 6-234. Adoption of the Texas Food Establishment Rules.
The Texas Food Establishment Rules codified at Texas Administrative Code Title 25 Chapter 228
adopted by the Texas Department of Health Services, effective October 11, 2015, as amended from time to
time, with the exceptions of such sections thereof as are herein after deleted, modified or amended pursuant to
this article we hereby adopted as the minimum standards for food service operations within the corporate limits
of the city, and shall constitute the regulations governing the preparation, service and sale of food within the
' city. For purposes of this Division, the phrase "Food Establishment Rules" means collectively (i) the Texas
Food Establishment Rules as adopted by this Section and the local amendments adopted pursuant to Section 6-
235. The City Manager, or authorized representative, is hereby authorized and directed to enforce all provisions
of the Food Establishment Rules"
' Sec. 6-235. Amendments to the Texas Food Establishment Rules.
The following sections, paragraphs, definitions and sections of the Texas Food Establishment Rules are
hereby amended to read as follows:
(a) The following definitions are amended or added to read as follows:
Catering Truck. A vehicle that is used to transport food from a licensed facility to an offsite area
where it will be consumed or sold.
Child care facility. Any facility licensed by the Texas Department of Family and Protective
Services (DFPS) to provide care for less than twenty-four (24) hours a day for thirteen (13) or more
children and which prepares or receives food for on-site or off-site consumption. These facilities may be
titled nursery, school, kindergarten, child development center, day care center, private school, Montessori,
etc.
Commissary. A catering establishment, restaurant, or any other licensed place in which food,
containers, or supplies are kept, handled, prepared, packaged or stored.
Easily movable. Portable, mounted on casters, gliders, or rollers, or provided with a mechanical
means to safely tilt a unit of equipment for cleaning. Also, having no utility connection, a utility
connection that disconnects quickly, or a flexible utility connection line of sufficient length to allow the
' equipment to be moved for cleaning of the equipment and adjacent area. Also, it is small and light enough
to be moved easily by one (1) person.
Lavatory. A sink This includes but is not limited to: hand -wash sinks, 3 -compartment sinks, and
preparation sinks.
Mobile Food Establishment. A self-propelled vehicle -mounted food establishment designed to be
readily moveable that is equipped with food preparation equipment. This includes vehicles in which food
is prepared on site. Said vehicles must meet regulations applicable to fixed food establishments.
Outdoor grilling. Outdoor grilling by all permitted food establishments on a permanent basis must
comply with food establishment standards as required in the Texas Food Establishment Rules, October
11, 2015 and in this Article. Outdoor grilling at temporary food events most be approved and permitted
by the regulatory authority in accordance with temporary food establishment guidelines. Outdoor grilling
for personal and residential use is permitted and outside the scope of this regulation.
Potable water. Water that is fit for drinking.
Seasonal food establishment. A food establishment that operates at a fixed location for a period
greater than fourteen (14) consecutive days, but less than thirty (30) consecutive days in conjunction with
a single event or celebration.
TAC. Texas Administrative Code.
' Temporary event. Temporary events are defined as, but not limited to, traveling fain, carnivals,
multicultural celebrations, special interest fundraisers, restaurant food shows, grand openings, customer
appreciation days, athletic competition and other transitory gatherings.
Wholesome. In good, sound condition; free from contamination or adulteration, healthy.
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(b) Subchapter B. Section 228.33 Certified Food Protection Manager and Food Handler Requirements of the
Texas Food Establishment Rules is amended to replace (a) and to read as follows:
' (a) There shall be a certified food manager on duty at all times at each permitted food establishment.
Certification must be obtained by passing an examination approved by the state department of
state health services and the regulatory authority.
(c) Subchapter B. Section 228.42 Food Contamination Prevention of the Texas Food Establishment Rules is
amended to replace (a) (1) and (2) and add (3) and (4) to read as follows:
(a) Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco.
(1) Employees shall consume food and drink only in designated dining areas. An employee
dining area shall not be so designated if consuming food and drink there may result in
contamination of other food, equipment, utensils, or other items needing protection.
(2) Employees shall not use tobacco in any form while engaged in food preparation or service,
nor while in equipment washing or utensil washing or food preparation areas nor areas that
may result in contamination of other food, equipment, utensils, or other items needing
protection.
(3) Employees shall handle soiled tableware in a way that minimizes contamination from their
hands.
(4) Food employees experiencing persistent sneezing, coughing, or a runny nose that causes
' discharges from the eyes, nose, or mouth may not work with exposed food; clean equipment,
utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single -service or single -use articles.
(d) Subchapter C. Food. Section 228.61 Condition Safe, Unadulterated, and Honestly Presented of the TFER
is amended to read as follows:
(a) Condition Safe, Unadulterated, and Honestly Presented. Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and
wholesome. Food shall be obtained from sources that comply with all laws relating to food
labeling. The use of food in hermetically sealed containers that was not prepared in a food
processing establishment is prohibited.
(b) General. Food shall be protected from potential contamination at all times, including while being
stored, prepared, displayed, served or transported. Potential contamination to food includes but
is not limited to: dust, insects, rodents, unclean equipment and utensils, unnecessary handling
by the use of sanitary disposable gloves, coughs and sneezes, flooding, drainage, and overhead
dripping from condensation.
(c) Emergency occurrences. In the event of an emergency situation, such as a fire, flood, extended
power outage of thirty (30) minutes or longer, or similar event which might result in the
contamination of food, or which might prevent potentially hazardous foods/time and temperature
control for safety (PHFITCS) from being held at required temperatures, the person in cbarge
shall immediately contact the regulatory authority. Upon receiving notice of an emergency
situation, the regulatory authority shall take whatever action that it deems necessary to protect
the public health.
' (e) Subchapter C. Section 228.66 Preventing Food and Ingredient Contamination of the TFER is amended
to add (t) and read as follows:
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(f) Proper separation and identification of employee's personal food and items must be stored in a
manner that will prevent contamination of items intended for public consumption.
' (f) Subchapter C. Section 228.69 Preventing Contamination from the Premises of the TFER is amended to
add (e) and read as follows:
(e) Food, whether raw or prepared, if removed from the container or package in which it was
obtained shall be stored in a clean covered container intended for food storage except during
necessary periods of preparation or service. Container covers shall be impervious and
nonabsorbent except that linens or napkins may be used for lining or covering bread or roll
containers. Solid cuts of meat shall be protected by being covered in storage, except that quarters
or sides of most may be hung uncovered on clean sanitized hooks if no food product is stored
beneath the meat.
(g) Subchapter C. Section 228.70 Preventing Contamination by Consumers (a) Food display is amended to
read as follows:
(a) Food display. Except for nuts in the shell and whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended
for hulling, peeling, or washing by the consumer before consumption, food on display shall be
protected from contamination by the use of packaging; counter, service line, or salad bar food
guards; display cases; or other effective means. The minimum height requirement for sneeze
guards is eighteen (18) inches unless otherwise specified by the regulatory authority. Enough
hot or cold food facilities shall be available to maintain the required temperatures of PHF/TCS
on display.
' (h) Subchapter C. Section 228.70 Preventing Contamination by Consumers (c) Consumer self-service
operations is amended to add (2) (A) and (B) and read as follows:
(2) Consumer self-service operations for ready -to -eat foods shall be provided with suitable utensils or
effective dispensing methods that protect food from contamination.
(A) A person may sell unpackaged food that is not potentially hazardous that is displayed, and
sold in bulk from a self-service container if.
(i) The self-service container has tight -fitting lid that is securely attached to the container;
and
(ii) The container, lid and any utensil are constructed of nontoxic materials that provide
for easy cleaning and proper repair.
(iii) The lid of a gravity feed type container shall be kept closed except when the container
is being serviced or refilled.
(iv) The lid of a scoop utensil type container shall be kept closed except during customer
service. The container must have a utensil, equipped with a handle, to be used in
dispersing the food.
(B) The seller shall:
(i) Keep the container, lid, and any utensil sanitary to prevent spoilage and insect
infestation; and
(ii) Post in the immediate display area a conspicuous sign that instructs the customer on
the proper procedure for dispensing the food.
(i) Subchapter C. Section 228.73 (a) Reheating for Hot Holding is amended and added to and to read as
follows:
' (a) Except as specified under paragraphs (2), (3) and in (5) of this subsection, time/temperature
controlled for safety food that is cooked, cooled, and reheated for hot holding shall be reheated so
that all parts of the food reach a temperature of at least 74 degrees Celsius (165 degrees Fahrenheit)
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for 15 seconds. Steam tables, bain-maries, warmers, and similar hot food holding facilities are
prohibited for the rapid reheating of PHF/TCS.
' (j) Subchapter D. Section 228.105 Accuracy of Temperature Measuring Device (a) Temperature Measuring
Device, Food (1) of the Texas Food Establishment Rules is amended to add and to read as follows:
Food temperature measuring devices that are scaled only in Celsius or dually scaled in Celsius and
Fahrenheit shall be accurate to +/- 1 degrees Celsius in the intended range of use. A metal stem type
numerically scaled indicating thermometer shall be provided and used to assure the attainment and
maintenance of proper internal cooking, holding, or refrigeration temperatures of all PHF/TCS.
(k) Subchapter D. Section 228.106 Functionality of Equipment (1) (3) Temperature Measuring Devices is
amended to read as follows:
(3) Paragraph (2) of this subsection does not apply to equipment for which the placement of a
temperature measuring device is not a practical means for measuring the ambient air surrounding
the food because of the design, type, and use of the equipment, such as calrod units, heat lamps,
cold plates, bain-manes, steam tables, insulated food transport containers, and salad bars. Where it
is impractical to install thermometers on such equipment, a product thennometer must be available
and used to check internal food temperatures.
(1) Subchapter D. Section 228.106 Functionality of Equipment (x) Acceptability, Food Equipment
certification, classification of the Texas Food Establishment Rules is amended to add and to read as
follows:
(x) Food equipment that is certified or classified for sanitation by an American National Standards
Institute (ANSI) -accredited certification program is deemed to comply with SS228.101-228.106 of
this title. Any other equipment is subject to approval by the regulatory authority. The regulatory
' authority tray direct the replacement of equipment and utensils if they constitute a public health
hazard or nuisance or no longer comply with the following criteria upon which the facilities and
equipment are acceptable.
(m) Subchapter D. Section 228.107 Equipment, Numbers and Capacities (b) Manual ware -washing, sink
compartment requirements of the Texas Food Establishment Rules is amended and replaced to read as
follows:
(b) A three -compartment sink shall be used for washing, rinsing and sanitizing of utensils and
equipment done manually. Existing establishments not having a threecompartment sink that can
demonstrate an acceptable procedure for washing, rinsing and sanitizing utensils and equipment
may be exempted from this requirement by the regulatory authority. Sinks shall be large enough to
permit the complete immersion of the utensils and equipment and each compartment sink shall be
supplied with hot and cold potable running water. Suitable equipment shall be made available if
washing, rinsing and sanitizing cannot be accomplished by immersion. Two-compartment sinks
are not acceptable.
(n) Subchapter D. Section 228.107 Equipment, Numbers and Capacities (d) Ventilation hood systems,
adequacy of the Texas Food Establishment Rules is amended to add (d) (1) and to read as follows:
(d) Ventilation hood systems and devices shall be sufficient in number and capacity to prevent grease
or condensation from collecting on walls and ceilings.
(1) Ventilation hoods are required for any cooking, grilling, baking, and frying areas or as
required by the latest edition of the International Mechanical Code adopted and amended
pursuant to Article III of the Allen Land Development Code.
' (o) Subchapter D. Section 228.109 Location and Installation, Equipment, Clothes Washers and Dryers, and
Storage Cabinets, Contamination Prevention of the Texas Food Establishment Rules is amended to add
(d) to read as follows:
(d) Aisles and working spaces. Aisles and working spaces between units of equipment and walls, shall
be unobstructed and of sufficient width to permit employees to perform their duties readily without
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contamination of food or food -contact surfaces by clothing or personal contact. All easily movable
storage equipment such as pallets, racks, and dollies shall be positioned to provide accessibility to
' working areas.
(p) Subchapter D. Section 228.121 Laundering Methods (c) Use of laundry facilities of the Texas Food
Establishment Rules is amended to add (c) (3) to read as follows:
(c) Use of Laundry Facilities
(3) Separate rooms shall be provided for laundry facilities except that such operations may be
conducted in storage rooms containing only packaged foods or packaged single -service
articles. I£ items necessary to the operation are laundered on the premises, an electric, gas or
steam dryer shall be provided and used.
(q) Subchapter E. Section 228.143 Water Quantity and Availability (c) Hot water of the Texas Food
Establishment Rules is amended to read as follows:
(c) Hot water. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot
water demands throughout the food establishment. Water under pressure at the required minimum
temperature of one hundred (100) degrees Fahrenheit must be provided to all hand -wash sinks and
lavatories throughout the food establishment.
(r) Subchapter E. Section 228.147 Plumbing, Numbers and Capacities, (b) Toilets and Urinals, of the Texas
Food Establishment Rules is amended to read as follows:
(b) Toilets and urinals. At least one toilet and not fewer than the toilets required by the Plumbing Code
shall be provided. If authorized by the Plumbing Code and urinals are substituted for toilets, the
substitution shall be done as specified in the Plumbing Code. Restrooms must be made available to
' the public in establishments with on-site consumption.
(s) Subchapter E. Section 228.150 Sewage Retention, Drainage, and Delivery (d) Grease Trap of the Texas
Food Establishment Rules is amended to read as follows:
(d) Grease trap. If used, a grease trap shall be located to be easily accessible for cleaning, operation,
and maintenance. Grease traps shall be located outside the food preparation area unless otherwise
approved by the regulatory authority.
(t) Subchapter F. Section 228.173 Floors, Walls, and Ceilings of the Texas Food Establishment Rules is
amended to replace (c) and (f) (2) and (1) (3) and to add (1)(4) to read as follows:
(c) Floor construction. Floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food service, food storage,
and utensil -washing areas, and the floors of all walk-in refrigerating units, dressing rooms, locker
rooms, toilet rooms and vestibules shall be constructed of smooth durable material such as terrazzo,
ceramic or quarry tile, epoxy, or the equivalent as approved by the regulatory authority and shall
be maintained in good repair. A coved base the must also be used in these areas. Sealed concrete
and VCT (vinyl composite tile) are not acceptable as a floor surface for areas mentioned above.
The use of cardboard, sawdust, wood shavings, peanut hulls, or similar materials as a floor covering
is prohibited. Nothing in this section shall prohibit the use of anti -slip floor covering in areas where
necessary for safety reasons.
(1) Floor junctures. In all new or extensively remodeled establishments utilizing stainless steel,
terrazzo, ceramic or quarry the or similar materials, and where water flush cleaning methods
are used, thejunctures between walls and floors most be of the same material and coved.
(2) Floor drains. Properly installed, trapped floor drains shall be provided in floors that are water
flushed for cleaning or that receive discharges of water or other fluid waste from equipment,
' or in areas where pressure spray methods for cleaning equipment are used. Properly trapped
floor drains are required in all restrooms unless deemed not necessary by the regulatory
authority. Such floor drains shall be constructed of stainless steel, terrazzo, ceramic or quarry
tile or similar material and shall be graded to dmin.
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(3) Sealed concrete in walk-in freezer units. Sealed concrete may be used in walk-in freezer
units maintaining a temperature of zero (0) degrees Fahrenheit or below.
' (f) Walls and Ceilings
(2) Except in areas used only for dry storage, concrete, porous blocks, or bricks used for indoor
wall construction shall be finished and sealed to provide a smooth, nonabsorbent, easily
cleanable surface.
(A) Walls. The walls, including non -supporting partitions and wall coverings of walk-in
refrigerating units, food preparation areas, dry storage areas, food storage areas,
equipment washing and utensil washing areas, toilet rooms and vestibules shall be
light-colored, smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable, such as FRP (fiberglass
reinforced paneling), stainless steel, ceramic, quarry or terrazzo tile, or the equivalent
approved by the regulatory authority. Walls located adjacent to cooking equipment that
utilizes high heat require stainless steel sheeting or equivalent as approved by the
regulatory authority.
(B) Ceilings. The ceilings of walk-in refrigerating units, food preparation areas, dry storage
areas, food storage areas, equipment washing and utensil washing areas, toilet rooms
and vestibules shall be light colored, smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable, such
as vinyl coated ceiling tiles. Alternate materials will be subject to regulatory approval.
(C) Maintenance. Walls and ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar
closures, shall be clean and maintained in good repair.
(3) Walls including non -supporting partitions, wall covering and ceilings of the walk-in
refrigeration units, food preparation areas, equipment washing and utensil washing areas,
toilet rooms and vestibules shall be light in color.
(4) The walls of toilet rooms shall be constructed of a smooth, durable, and easily cleanable
' surface such as FRP (fiberglass reinforced paneling), or ceramic, quarry, or terrazzo tile, or
the equivalent as approved by the regulatory authority, and must be installed to a height of at
least four (4) feet above the floor.
(u) Subchapter F. Section 228.174 Functionality (a) Light bulbs, protective shielding of the Texas Food
Establishment Rules is amended and replaces (1) and (2) to read as follows:
(a) Prolective Shielding.
(1) Shielding to protect against broken glass falling onto food shall be provided and maintained
in good repair for all artificial light fixtures located over, by, or within food storage, food
preparation, food service, and food display facilities and facilities where utensils and
equipment are cleaned and stored. Teflon coated safety bulbs are permitted.
(2) All light fixtures must be maintained clean, operational, and in good repair.
(v) Subchapter F. Section 228.174 Functionality (e) Outer openings, protected of the Texas Food
Establishment Rules is amended to replace (3) and to add (4)(D) to read as follows:
(e) Outer openings, protected.
(3) Exterior doors used as exits need not be self-closing if they are:
(A) designated for use only when an emergency exists, by the fire protection authority that
has jurisdiction over the food establishment; and
(B) limited -use so they are not used for entrance or exit from the building for purposes
other than the designated emergency exit use.
(4) Except as specified in paragraphs (2) and (5) of this subsection, if the windows or doors of a
food establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food establishment is located, are
kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food establishment is not provided
with windows and doors as specified under paragraph (1) of this subsection, the openings
shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by:
(A) 16 mesh to 54.4mm (16 mesh to 1 inch) screens;
(B) properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects
(C) other effective means
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(D) If the opening to the outside is near an exterior trash receptacle, grease -trap or other
insect attractant, the regulatory authority may require an automatic air curtain above
' the door, or other effective means, to prevent flying insect infestation.
(w) Subchapter F. Section 228.175 Handwashing Sinks of the Texas Food Establishment Rules is amended
to replace (a) and (b) and (c) to read as follows:
(a) Hand -sinks. A separate sink assigned for handwashing providing hot and cold running water
tempered through a mixing valve shall be located to be accessible to each food preparation and
utensil washing area. A hand -sink shall be located within twenty-five (25) linear feet of food
preparation and utensil washing areas so it is convenient for employees to wash hands. Floor
pedals, knee pedals, electronic eye and metered faucets are allowable. Hand -sinks located within
18 inches of food preparation areas are required to have splash guards. Hand -sinks in restrooms
are permitted to have electronic eye faucets in addition to the types listed above.
(b) Liquid soap dispensers and individual sanitary hand towels are required at all hand -sinks. Blow
dryers are not permitted in food preparation areas. Blow dryers are permitted in restrooms. Each
handwashing sink shall be provided with individual, disposable towels.
(c) Lavatories, soap dispensers, hand -drying devices, and all related fixtures shall be kept clean and in
good repair.
(x) Subchapter F. Section 228.179 Dressing Areas and Lockers (b), of the Texas Food Establishment Rules
is amended to read as follows:
(b) Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be provided for the orderly storage of employees' clothing
and other possessions. Personal items shall not be stored in food storage, food preparation, or food
service areas.
' (y) Subchapter F. Section 228.186 Premises, Buildings, Systems, Rooms, Fixtures, Equipment, Devices, and
Materials (o) (2) (A) Prohibiting animals of the Texas Food Establishment Rules is amended to read as
follows:
(o) Prohibiting animals
(2) Live animals may be allowed in the following situations if the contamination of food, clean
equipment, utensils, linens, and unwrapped single -service and single -use articles cannot
result:
(A) Edible fish or decorative fish in aquariums, shellfish or crustacea on ice or under
refrigeration, and shellfish and crustacea in display tank systems;
(i) Live fish tanks are subject to removal by the regulatory authority if not maintained
in clean sanitizing condition.
(z) Subchapter F. Section 228.204 Presence and Use (b) Conditions of Use (3) of the Texas Food
Establishment Rules is amended to read as follows:
(3) Arestricted use pesticide shall be applied only by an applicator certified as defined in 7 USC 136(e),
Certified Applicator of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act, or a person under
the direct supervision of a certified applicator. Preventive application for insect and rodent control
shall be performed by a certified pest control operator.
(aa) Subchapter G. Section 228.208 Pesticides of the Texas Food Establishment Rules is amended to add (c)
Tracking Powders, Pest Control, and Monitoring (3)
(3) Any establishment that does not meet the requirements specified in this section is subject to
' regulatory approval.
(bb) Subchapter H. Section 228.221 Mobile Food Units of the Texas Food Establishment Rules is amended to
add (a) (2) (A) and (a) (4) (F) and to replace (a) (7) and to read as follows:
(a) Mobile Food Units
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(2) Restricted operation......
(A) Food prepared in a private residence may not be used or offered for human
' consumption from a mobile food establishment. A catering service shall comply with
the requirements of this article as the regulatory authority determines is necessary to
protect public health and safety. Catering services must prepare all food items in a
commercial facility as approved by the regulatory authority. A person shall not engage
in a catering service unless the service is affiliated with a food establishment operating
from a fixed facility that is permitted by the regulatory authority.
(4) Initial Permitting Inspection......
(F) Mobile food units must comply with all state and local laws pertaining to registration
of the vehicle. In addition to compliance with this article, the owner or operator of a
mobile food establishment must comply with applicable provisions of the Allen Land
Development Code regarding the authorized location and times of operation of a
mobile food establishment. A regulatory authority may require that mobile food
establishments that violate this section go for re -inspection to a location designated by
the regulatory authority.
(7) Mobile water system materials, design, and operation. Mobile Food Unit water systems shall
meet the requirements of §228.149(f) of this title (relating to Water, Plumbing, and Waste).
A mobile food establishment requiring a water system shall have a potable water system
under pressure. The system shall be of sufficient capacity to famish enough hot and cold
water for food preparation, utensil cleaning, sanitizing, and handwashing.
(cc) Subchapter H. Section 228.222 (a) (1) Temporary Food Establishments of the Texas Food Establishment
' Rules is amended to read as follows:
(a) General......
(1) All food shall be prepared in a permitted food establishment or on the premises. No food or
beverage stored or prepared in a private home may be offered for sale, sold, or given away
from a temporary food or seasonal establishment.
(A) All food and beverages shall be protected at all times from unnecessary handling and
shall be stored, displayed, and served so as to be protected from contamination.
(B) The regulatory authority may establish additional structural or operational
requirements as necessary to ensure that food is of safe and sanitary quality.
(C) In addition to compliance with this article, the owner or operator of a temporary food
establishment must comply with applicable provisions of the Allen land Development
Code regarding the authorized location and times for operation of temporary food
establishments.
(D) All refuse shall be disposed of in a manner approved by the regulatory authority.
(dill Subchapter H. Section 228.222 (f) Water Temporary Food Establishments of the Texas Food
Establishment Rules is amended to read as follows:
(f) Water. Water from an approved source shall be made available in a temporary food establishment
for food preparation, handwashing, and for cleaning and sanitizing utensils and equipment. Water
need not be under pressure but shall come from approved sources which include: commercially
bottled drinking water, closed portable water containers, enclosed vehicular water tanks, on premise
water storage tanks, or piping, tubing or hoses connected to an approved source. Enough potable
water shall be made available in the establishment for food preparation, for cleaning and sanitizing
' utensils and equipment, and for hand washing. A heating facility located on the premises and
capable of producing enough hot water for these purposes shall be provided.
(cc) Subchapter H. Section 228.222 Temporary Food Establishments of the Texas Food Establishment Rules
is amended to add (1) Correction of Violations and to read as follows:
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(1) In the case of temporary food establishments, all violations shall be corrected immediately.
' (ft) Subchapter I. Section 228.255 Examination and Detention of Food of the Texas Food Establishment
Rules is amended to add (a) Hold Order to read as follows:
(a) The regulatory authority may examine and collect samples of food as often as necessary for the
enforcement of these rules. A receipt for samples shall be issued by the regulatory authority. The
department shall, upon written notice to the owner or person in charge specifying the reason
therefore, place under detention any food which it has probable cause to believe is adulterated or
misbranded in accordance with the provisions of the Texas Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, Health
and Safety Code, Chapter 431.
(b) Hold order. The regulatory authority shall, upon written notice to the owner or person -in -charge
specifying the reason, condemn, denature or destroy or place under detention any food, which it
has probable cause to believe, is unapproved, adulterated or misbranded. Under a hold order, food
shall be permitted to be suitably stored. It shall be unlawful for any person to remove or alter a hold
order, notice or tag placed on food by the regulatory authority, and neither food nor the containers
shall be relabeled, repacked, reprocessed, altered, disposed of or destroyed without the permission
of the regulatory authority. On the basis of examination or evidence produced, the regulatory
authority may cancel the hold order or may oversee the disposal of the food placed under the hold -
order or direct the owner or person -in -charge to bring it into compliance with the provisions of this
article. Upon notice of the hold order, the owner or person -in -charge will have five (5) days to
submit an appeal and request review of the hold order.
Secs. 6-236-6r240. - Reserved.
' Sec. 6-241.– Child Care Facilities
(a) The purpose of this section is to establish uniform requirements for food preparation and service at
commercial child care facilities. The regulatory authority shall only be responsible for monitoring the
health and safety of the food preparation, service and overall kitchen sanitation at child care Facilities
located within the city. The regulatory authority will act as a liaison with applicable state agencies with
respect to compliance with state minimum requirements. If State minimum requirements are more
stringent than the city's requirements, the facility shall adhere to the state mandated requirements. The
director or owner of the child care facility has absolute responsibility for the operation of the child care
facility under this article.
(b)
Any commercial child care facility, as defined by this article, shall conform to all applicable food service
rules, construction requirements, permitting requirements, inspections and other provisions required by
this article. Licensed childcare homes, and other in-home childcare facilities, are not regulated by this
article.
(c)
Existing facilities. When remodeling or changing ownership, existing child care facilities shall be
required to comply with all current applicable codes.
(d)
Any child care facility receiving food from off-site food establishments must have a permit, and must
maintain documentation regarding off-site food sources.
Sec.
6-242 – PERMITS and INSPECTIONS
' (a) Authority.
(I) The provisions of this article shall be enforced by the regulatory authority. It shall be unlawful
for any person to interfere with the regulatory authority, or its representatives and designees in
the performance of their duties as prescribed in this article.
Ordinance No. 3477-6-17, Page 10
(2)
Variance. A variance from this article may be granted by the regulatory authority in accordance
with the provisions set out in TFER § 228.243.
(3)
Additional requirements. As necessary to protect against public health hazards or nuisances, the
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regulatory authority may impose additional requirements in addition to the requirements
contained in this article that are authorized by law set out in TFER 228 § 242.
(b) Permit required.
(1)
It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a food establishment, food processing
establishment, mobile food establishment, temporary food establishment, seasonal food
establishment, bed and breakfast food establishment, child care facility subject to this article,
within the city without a valid permit issued by the regulatory authority. Only a person who
complies with the requirements of this article shall be entitled to receive and retain such a permit.
Permits shall not be transferable from one (1) person or entity to another person, location, or
entity. A valid permit shall be posted in every establishment. Permits for temporary food
establishments shall be issued for a period of time not to exceed fourteen (14) calendar days.
Seasonal food establishment permits may be issued for a period not to exceed thirty (30) calendar
days.
(2)
Any person desiring to operate a food establishment or food processing establishment shall make
written application on a form provided by the regulatory authority and pay the appropriate fee.
(3)
Annual Permits.
All permits issued under this article, excluding temporary food establishment permits and seasonal
food establishment permits, shall be valid for a period of one (1) year from its date of issuance,
unless otherwise revoked or suspended under this article.
(4)
Temporary Food Establishment Permits.
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(I) The operation of a temporary food establishment may not exceed fourteen (14) consecutive
days per event and must be in conjunction with a special event or celebration as approved by
the regulatory authority. A limit of eight (8) temporary permits per calendar year per vendor,
group or organization will be enforced. Vendors with multiple booths at a single event will
be recorded as participating in one (1) event towards the eight (8) maximum allowed per
calendar year.
(2) Application and fees must be submitted not later than two (2) working days prior to the event,
or not later than fourteen (10) working days prior to the event if five (5) or more booths are
to be permitted for the same vendor.
(3) At events where vendors may have more than one booth, each booth will be required to obtain
a separate permit.
(4) Vendors with a valid Annual Permit issued under subsection (a) of this section must obtain
a separate temporary food establishment permit when participating in an event.
(5) A permit fee waiver may be obtained if proof of charitable nonprofit status, i.e. school district
or nonprofit with 501(c)(3) status, is submitted with application.
(5)
Seasonal Food Establishment Permits.
(1) The operation of a seasonal food establishment is greater than fourteen (14) days but less
than thirty (30) consecutive days per event per vendor. Seasonal permits are limited to two
(2) per calendar year per vendor per location, or such shorter time as may be established
pursuant to the Allen Land Development Code, as amended.
(2) Seasonal food establishment permit applications most be submitted at least two (2) working
days prior to the start date.
(3) Vendors with a valid annual permit issued under subsection (a) of this section most obtain a
separate temporary food establishment permit when participating in an event.
(6)
Suspension of Permits.
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(1) Permits may be suspended temporarily by the regulatory authority for failure of the holder to
comply with the requirements of this article.
(2) Whenever a permit holder or operator has failed to comply with any provisions of this article,
the permit holder or operator shall be notified in writing that the permit is, upon service of
Ordinance No. 3477-6-17, Page 11
the notice, immediately suspended, and all food operations are immediately to be
discontinued. An opportunity for an appeal will be provided if a written request for an appeal
is filed with the regulatory authority by the permit holder within five (5) days of the date of
the notice.
(3) Notwithstanding the other provisions of this article, whenever the regulatory authority finds
unsanitary or other conditions in the operation of the establishment which in its judgment
constitutes a substantial hazard to the public health, it may without warning, notice or
hearing, issue a written notice to the pewit holder or operator citing such conditions and, if
deemed necessary, shall state that the permit is immediately suspended, and all food
operations are immediately to be suspended. Any person to whom such an order is issued
shall comply immediately therewith.
(7) Reinstatement of Suspended Permits.
Any establishment whose permit has been suspended may not continue food operations until the
permit is reinstated. At any time, a request may be made for reinspection for the purpose of
determining compliance and reinstatement of the permit. Such reinspection shall be completed
within five (5) days of the such request. If, following the reinspection, the establishment is
determined to be in compliance with the requirements of this article, the permit shall he reinstated.
(8) Revocation of Pewits.
For serious or repeated violations of any of the requirements of this Article, or for interference with
the regulatory authority in the performance of its duties, and after an opportunity for an appeal has
been provided by the regulatory authority, the permit may be permanently revoked. Prior to
revocation of the permit, the regulatory authority shall notify the permit holder in writing, stating
the reasons for which the pernit shall be permanently revoked at the end of ten (10) days following
service of this notice, unless a request for an appeal is filed with the regulatory authority, by the
pewit holder within such ten-day period. A pewit may be suspended for cause pending its
'revocation or an appeal relative thereto.
(9) Appeals.
The appeals provided for in this section shall be reviewed by the Community Development Director
at a time and place designated by the regulatory authority. Based upon the results of the appeal, the
regulatory authority shall sustain, modify or rescind any official notice or order. The results of the
appeal decision shall be famished to the pewit holder by the regulatory authority within ten (10)
days after the date of the appeal review.
(c) Access.
Representatives of the regulatory authority, after proper identification, shall be permitted to enter any
food establishment or entity subject to this article at any reasonable time, for the purpose of making
inspections to determine compliance with this article as set out in TFER § 228.250.
(d) Inspections.
Whenever an inspection is made of a food establishment or entity subject to this article, the findings
shall be recorded as set out in TFER § 228.251.
Secs. 6-243-245 Reserved.
DIVISION 5. - SWIMMING POOLS, SPAS, AND PUBLIC INTERACTIVE WATER FEATURES
(PIWFS)
Sec. 6-246. - Purpose.
The function of this division is to establish uniform requirements and standards for swimming pools,
spas, and interactive water features and fountains (PIWFs) to protect public health. The regulatory authority
may also enforce state statutes and federal regulations applicable to swimming pools, spas, and PIWFs operating
within the city.
Ordinance No. 3477-(r17, Page 12
Sec. 6-247. - Definitions.
' The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the following meanings,
unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
Disinfectant. Energy or chemicals used to kill undesirable or pathogenic (disease causing) organisms, and
having a measurable residual at a level adequate to make the desired kill.
Person. An individual, partnership, company, corporation, association, fora, organization, institution, or
similar entity.
pH A value expressing the relative acidic or basic tendencies of a substance, such as water, as indicated
by the hydrogen ion concentration. The pH is expressed as a number on the scale of 0 to 14, 0 being most acidic,
1 to 7 being acidic, 7 being neutral, 7 to 14 being basic and, 14 being most basic.
Public interactive water features and fountains (PIWFs). Any indoor or outdoor installation maintained
for public recreation that includes water sprays, dancing water jets, waterfalls, dumping buckets, or shooting
water cautious in various arrays for the purpose of wetting the persons playing in the spray streams. These may
stand alone, or share a water supply, disinfection system, filtration system, circulation system, or other treatment
system that allows water to co -mingle with a pool.
Public pool. A swimming pool or spa to which the general public has access.
Remodel. The replacement of or modification to a swimming pool structure, circulation system and/or its
appurtenances such that the design, configuration and/or operating characteristics are different than the original
' design, configuration and/or operating characteristics.
Residential pool/spa. A pool or spa that is located on private property under the control of the owner or
lessee, the use of which is limited to swimming, diving and/or recreational bathing by not more than two (2)
resident families and their guests. It includes a pool or spa serving only a single-family home or a duplex.
Semi-public pool. A swimming pool or spa that is privately owned and opened only to an identifiable
class of persons, including but not limited to, hotel guests, apartment residents, home owners association and
club members.
Spa. A constructed permanent or portable structure that is two (2) feet or more in depth and that has a
surface area of two hundred fifty (250) square feet or less or a volume of three thousand two hundred fifty
(3,250) gallons or less and that is intended to be used for bathing or other recreational uses and is not drained
and refilled after each use. It may include, but is not limited to, hydro jet circulation, hot water, cold water,
mineral baths, air induction bubbles, or any combination thereof. A spa, as is defined in these rules, does not
refer to a business establishment such as a day spa or a health spa. Industry terminology for a spa includes, but
is not limited to, "hydrotherapy pool," "whirlpool," "hot spa, "hot rub," etc.
Swimming Pool or Pool. Any man-made permanently installed or nonportable structure, basin, chamber,
or tank containing an artificial body of water that is used for swimming, diving, wading, aquatic sports, or other
aquatic activity other than a residential pool and that is operated by an owner, lessee, operator, licensee or
concessionaire, regardless of whether a fee is charged for use. The pool may be either publicly or privately
owned. The tern does not include a spa or a decorative fountain that is not used as a pool.
' Unblockable drain. Any drain with an ASMElANSI At 12.19.8. approved covering with dimensions that
exceed eighteen (18) inches x twenty-three (23) inches or have a diagonal measurement greater than twenty-
nine (29) inches.
Sec. 6-248.—Standards and Requirements.
Ordinance No. 3477-617 Page 13
(a) All public and semi-public swimming pools and spas shall comply with the Texas Department of State
Health Services Standards set forth in Title 25, Part 1, Chapter 265, Subchapter L of the Texas
Administrative Code, as amended.
(b) All PIWFs shall comply with the Texas Department of State Health Services Standards set forth in Title
25, Part 1, Chapter 265, Subchapter M of the Texas Administrative Code, as amended.
(c) The following requirements shall be applicable in addition to those established by the state department
of state health services and are intended to further protect the public health and prevent disease and injury:
(1) Pool and spa enclosure.
(i) All residential pool and spa enclosures shall comply with Section 4.10 of the City of Allen
Land Development Code regarding zoning regulations, as amended.
(ii) All pools and spas shall be enclosed by a solid wall, fence, or other structure six (6) feet high
without openings greater than four (4)inches other than doors or gates used for ingress and
egress to the pool or spa. Such enclosure shall be designed and constructed in a manner
without protrusions, ledges or gaps that would assist a person in being able to climb the
enclosure.
(iii) Entries to pool and spa area shall have a gate or door equipped with a self-closing and self -
latching device attached. Such latching device must be located not less than four and one-
half (4.5) feet from the ground. All self -latching mechanisms must be approved by the
regulatory authority.
(iv) The pool and spa enclosure shall be in good condition and maintained in proper working
order at all times to protect public health. If the enclosure is damaged, or doors or gates do
not self -close and latch, the pool or spall shall be immediately secured with temporary
fencing or chains to provide compliance with this article.
' (2) Certified operator.
(i) No person shall operate a public or semi-public swimming pool, spa, or PIWF without
obtaining and maintaining certification as a certified aquatic facility operator (A.F.O.),
certified pool/spa operator (C.P.O.), pool operator on location (P.O.O.L.) or other
certification deemed equivalent by the regulatory authority. All certifications shall be
approved by the regulatory authority.
(ii) On days the pool and spa will be open, a certified operator shall test swimming water for pH,
disinfectant, water clarity, stabilizer, and temperature to assure safety and protect public
health. If test results are not within required limits, the pool or spa shall be immediately
closed and a closure sign posted in a highly visible area. Prior to opening the pool or spa for
use, all test results shall be within approved state limits and findings documented to include
initial results, corrective actions and final readings.
(3) Public and semi-public swimming pool and spa regulations.
(i) No person shall knowingly allow a condition to exist that endangers the life, health or safety
of a swimmer.
(ii) No person shall knowingly permit swimmers in a pool that have skin abrasions, open sores,
cuts, skin disease, eye disease, nasal or ear discharge, diarrhea or other communicable
disease.
(iii) No person shall allow glass containers in a pool enclosure or area.
(iv) No person shall exceed permissible bather loads of pools and spas.
(v) No person shall remove or alter safety equipment from a pool except in an emergency
situation.
(vi) No person shall urinate or defecate in swimming pool water.
(vii) No person shall allow children under age thirteen (13) into pool area unless accompanied at
' all times by an adult, parent, or guardian.
(4) Public and seam -public swimming pool and spa signs.
(i) All required signs must be maintained in good condition and posted in conspicuous places
within pool area or enclosure. Signs shall be posted in English and also any language
predominantly spoken by the majority of users.
Ordinance No. 3477-6-17, Page 14
(ii)
Every public or semi-public pool shall have a sign posted within the enclosure in a highly
conspicuous place visible to the public containing the physical address of the pool in at least
four -inch letters.
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(5) Safety equipment/persomel at public and semi-public swimming pools and spas.
(i)
A life pole that is light, strong, non4elescoping, and not less than twelve (12) feet long with
an attached shepherd's crook must at all times be available near pool -side and accessible to
the public. The pole must be constructed of fiberglass or other electrically non -conducting
material and in good working condition.
(ii)
A United States Coast Guard approved ring buoy with an outside diameter of fifteen (15) to
twenty-four (24) inches with attached throwing rope not less than two-thirds (2/3) the
maximum width of the pool must at all times be maintained in good working condition crook
and available near pool -side and accessible to the public.
(iii)
A functional telephone capable of dialing directly to 911 or emergency answering service
must be permanently mounted within the pool enclosure or accessible to the public from
inside the enclosure.
(iv)
A functional safety vacuum release device (SVRD), gravity drainage system, automatic
pump shutoff system, or other suction -limiting vent system shall be installed as required to
prevent a suction entrapment hazard.
(v)
Drains in pools and spas, except unblockable drains, must be fitted with secure drain covers
or grates compliant with ASME/ANSI At 12.19.8-2007 or newer standards and be in good
condition.
(vi)
Certified lifeguards and trained second responders shall be available at all pools hosting
competitive events and pools with an unsecured diving board, slide, or starting block.
Additionally, these pools must be equipped with one (1) or more backboards having a
minimum of three (3) tie -down straps and head immobilizer for neck and back injuries, and
' an OSIIA approved twenty -four -unit First Aid kit.
Sec. 6-249. — Permit required.
(a) No person shall operate a public or semi-public swimming pool, spa, or PIWF without a valid and current
pemrit issued by the regulatory authority. Only a person who complies with the requirements of this
division shall be entitled to receive or retain such a pemdt. Permits are not transferable, and must be
displayed in an area visible to the public.
(b) The permit required by subsection (a), above, will be issued in accordance with the following:
(l) A written application for a pool permit shall be submitted annually before January 31 on a form
provided by the regulatory authority. Such application shall include the full name and mailing
address, telephone number, an indication of whether the applicant is an individual, corporation,
partnership, or other type of business entity, the names of their officers, directors, and general
partners, as appropriate, their addresses, location and type of business establishment, identification
of certified operator, signature of each applicant, as well as other information deemed necessary.
(2) An application and permit fee in the amount set by the city council for the city is required for each
body of water. A permit that is issued will be valid from date of issuance until January 31of the
immediately following calendar year, unless suspended or revoked. Permits must be renewed on
an annual basis by filing a renewal application and payment of the permit fee. The fee is not
refundable. An administrative late fee in the amount set by the city council for the city may be
required if an application for a renewal permit is made more than thirty (30) days after the previous
permit has expired. No fees shall be charged to any public or semi-public swimming pool facility
owned and operated by a government agency or independent school district; however, such
' establishments must comply with all other requirements of this division.
(3) Prior to final approval of an application for permit and issuance of such permit, the regulatory
authority shall inspect the swimming pool facility to determine compliance with the requirements
of this division. If a permitted swimming pool facility fails inspection at anytime during the year
Ordinance No. 3477-617, Page 15
and a re -inspection is required, a re -inspection fee in the amount set by the city council for the city
may be charged.
' (4) If an application for permit is denied, the applicant will be informed of the reasons for denial and
what action is required to qualify for a permit The regulatory authority shall issue a permit to the
applicant if subsequent inspection reveals that the swimmilng pool facility complies with the
requirements of this division and all fees have been paid.
Sec. 6-250. - Revocation or suspension of permits.
The regulatory authority may deny, revoke, or suspend any operating permit for the failure of the
applicant to comply with the provisions of these standards, or in cases where the operating permit has been
obtained through nondisclosure, misrepresentation or misstatement of a material fact. Notices of closure shall
be processed as follows:
(a) All notices or orders issued shall be either delivered personally or sent by certified mail to the person
or corporation to whom the pen -nit was issued or to the person in charge of the subject premises.
Except in cases of emergency or urgent public necessity, such notice shall be delivered or mailed at
least ten (10) days before any operating permit is revoked or suspended and shall state the reason(s)
for such proposed revocation or suspension and notify that person of a right to appeal the decision
of the regulatory authority to the Director.
(b) An operating permit which has been revoked or suspended may be reissued upon proper application
and upon presentation of evidence that the deficiencies and/or irregularities which caused the
revocation or suspension have been corrected.
(c) If the regulatory authority determines that the operation or maintenance of any swimming pool is
such as to constitute an imminent hazard to the health and safety of the public, the operating permit
' shall be suspended immediately and the swimming pool shall be closed for use and shall remain
closed until the necessary remedial action has been completed.
Sec. 6-251. - Inspections.
Agents of the regulatory authority, after presenting proper identification, shall be permitted to enter any
swimming pool establishment at any time, for the purpose of making inspections to determine compliance with
these riles. The agents shall be permitted to examine the records of the establishments, including testing logs
and proof of operator certification.
(1) Consent and authorization. Application for and operation of a swimming pool inside the City of
Allen constitutes consent for the regulatory authority to inspect the pool to determine compliance
with this division. In addition to the criminal punishment authorized by V.T.C.A., Health and
Safety Code § 391.091, as amended, should any owner, person in charge, employee, or agent of the
public or semi-public swimming pool, spa, or PIWF hinder, physically prevent, interfere with or
otherwise obstruct the lawful inspection of a swimming pool establishment by the regulatory
authority, such action may also constitute reason for suspension or revocation of permit.
(2) Inspection reports.
(i) Whenever an inspection is conducted at a public or semi-public swimming pool, spa, or
PIWF, the findings shall be recorded on the inspection report formprovided by the regulatory
authority. The original of the inspection report form shall be furnished to the owner or person
in charge at the completion of the inspection and constitutes a written notice. The inspection
report form shall summarize the requirements of these rules, and shall set forth a pass or fail
ranking for the pool. The completed inspection report form is a public document that should
'be posted at a conspicuous location for consumers.
(ii) Violations noted on the inspection report by the regulatory authority shall be corrected within
the time frame given. A reasonable time frame for compliance shall be given for violations
unless the health, welfare, or safety of persons using the swimming pool is at risk. If the
Ordinance No. 3477-6-17, Page 16
regulatory notes any condition that endangers public health the swimming pool shall
immediately be closed, and the permit temporarily suspended.
' Sec. 6-252. — Construction requirements.
(a) Whenever a swimming pool, spa or PIWFs is constructed or extensively remodeled, or whenever an
existing structure or part of a pool enclosure is changed, properly prepared plans and specifications for
such construction, remodeling, or conversion shall be submitted to the regulatory authority for review
and approval before construction is begun. The plans and specifications shall indicate the proposed layout,
arrangement, mechanical plans and construction materials of work areas, and the type and model of
proposed fixed equipment and facilities. The regulatory authority shall approve the plans and
specifications if they meet the requirements of this division. No swimming pool, pool enclosure, pool
structure, or pool equipment shall be constructed, extensively remodeled, or converted except when a
permit has been granted by the regulatory authority demonstrating compliance with this division. A pre-
operational inspection will be conducted at the swimming pool facility prior to the start of operations to
determine compliance with approved plans and with the requirements of this division.
(b) The regulatory authority may direct the replacement of the facilities and equipment because of a change
of ownership and all requirements of this division shall be met prior to resuming normal course of
operations.
(c) The regulatory authority shall require the replacement of equipment and facilities if they are discovered
to be in poor condition, fail to function properly, do not meet current requirements, or endanger the health
and safety of the public.
Sec. 6-253. - Water quality and disposal standards.
' (a) All swimming pools, spas, and PIWFs in the City of Allen, including those intended for private residential
use, shall comply with the water requirements of this section to protect public health.
(1) Water quality.
(i) All swimming pools and spas shall be maintained and kept free of algae to provide sufficient
clarity of the main drain from outside the pool at all times. No person shall allow a pool under
their control to violate this standard unless the pool has a cover installed meeting the
requirements of the regulatory authority.
(ii) All swimming pools, spas, and PIWFs shall use make-up water from an approved source
suitable for drinking as deemed acceptable by the regulatory authority.
(2) Water disposal.
(i) All swimming pools, spas, and PIWFs containing disinfectant shall discharge filter backwash
and overflow lines into an approved septic tank system or sanitary sewer. Additionally, no
person shall allow water containing disinfectant from pools, spas, or PIWFs to be discharged
into the storm sewer.
(ii) It shall be unlawful for any person to drain water from a swimming pool, spa, or PIWF onto
public or privately -owned property at any time. Pools drained for repairs shall be discharged
into the sanitary sewer or approved septic tank system.
(iii) Deck drains of all swimming pools and spas, including residential pools, shall be discharged
to a lawn, leaching field, or natural drain
Secs. 244245 Reserved.
DMSION 3 — ENFORCEMENT AND FEES
' Sec. 6-246.—Penalties
(a) Any person who knowingly violates any provision of this article, or any order issued hereunder, shall,
upon conviction be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than two thousand dollars
Ordinance No. 3477-6-17, Page 17
($2,000.00) per violation. Each day a violation continues to exist shall be considered a separate offense.
' (b) In addition to and cumulative of all penalties, notwithstanding any penal provision of this article, the city
attorney is authorized to file suit on behalf of the City of Allen, the enforcement officer or both for
injunctive relief as may be necessary to enforce the provisions of this article.
(c) Additionally, the city shall be entitled to pursue any and all other civil and criminal remedies to which it
is entitled under law.
Sec. 6-247. - Fees.
Any and all fees proscribed by this article shall be set by resolution by the city council of the city, a copy
of which shall be on file in the city secretary's office for public inspection.
Secs. 6-248-6-400. - Reserved."
SECTION 2. All ordinances of the City 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 3. Should any word, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, clause, phrase or section of this ordinance
or of the Code of Ordinances, as amended hereby, 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 Code of Ordinances, as amended
hereby, which shall remain in full force and effect.
' SECTION 4. An offense committed before the effective date of this ordinance is governed by prior law and
the provisions of the Code of Ordinances, as amended, in effect when the offense was committed and the former
law is continued in effect for this purpose.
SECTION 5. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions or terms of this ordinance or of
the Code of Ordinances as amended hereby, shall be subject to the same penalty as provided for in the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Allen, as previously amended, and upon conviction shall be punished by a fine not to
exceed the sum of Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00) for each offense.
SECTION 6. This ordinance shall take effect immediately from and after its passage and publication of the
caption as the law and charter may require.
DULY PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALLEN, COLLIN
COUNTY, TEXAS, ON THIS THE 13TH DAY OF JUNE 2017.
APP'R�OVE^DJ: �
Stephen T IlerreT, MAYO
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:
Peter G. Smith, C11ATTORNEY Shelley B. Geor , TRMC, CIIT SECRETARY
(PaS.5-18-17:3&83819)
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