HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance - 2024-O0029 - 2021 International Residential Code, Amending Article 28.14 - 03/26/2024First Reading
March 5, 2024
Item No. 6.5
ORDINANCE NO. 2024-00029
Second Reading
March 26, 2024
Item No. 5.36
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE 28.14 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF LUBBOCK, TEXAS WITH REGARD TO ADOPTION OF THE 2021
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE AND PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN
AMENDMENTS THERETO TO MEET LOCAL CONDITIONS; PROVIDING A
PENALTY; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS the City Council of the City of Lubbock, Texas deems it in the best interest of the
health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Lubbock to adopt the 2021 International Residential
Code for the City of Lubbock with certain amendments thereto to meet local conditions; NOW
THEREFORE:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK:
SECTION 1. THAT Article 28.14 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Lubbock is hereby
amended as follows:
ARTICLE 28.14
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
§ 28.14.001 Adopted.
The 2021 edition of the International Residential Code, as published by the
International Code Council, Inc., as hereinafter amended, including appendices AA—
AD, AG, AN, and AP, and appendices AE, AF, AH—AM, AO and AQ—AX is hereby
adopted as the Residential Code for One- and Two-family Dwellings of the City of
Lubbock, Texas. A copy of said code is attached hereto and incorporated herein as
though set out herein in detail. References to the residential code in this chapter shall
mean the 2021 edition of the International Residential Code. One copy of the 2021
International Residential Code shall be filed with the city secretary and a copy shall be
maintained in the office of the city building official. All such copies, with the
amendments thereto, shall be open to public inspection during the usual hours of
business of the offices where they are maintained.
§ 28.14.002 Coordination of administrative provisions.
The administrative provisions contained in Chapter 28, Articles 28.01 through 28.08 of
this Code of Ordinances are applicable to this article; however, for purposes of
administering provisions related more specifically to the regulation of one- and two-
family dwelling construction, these supplemental administrative provisions have been
provided. Except as amended or supplemented within Sections 28.14.002 and
28.14.003, the entire text of Chapter 1 of the 2021 International Residential Code is
deemed to be incorporated herein as though set out herein in detail. Where a conflict
arises between a provision contained within Sections 28.14.002 and 28.14.003 and
Chapter 28, Articles 28.01 through 28.08 of this Code of Ordinances, it is the intent that
the more specific govern, as determined by the building official.
§ 28.14.003 Supplemental administrative amendments.
(a) Administrative amendments and cross-references to articles 28.01 throu�h
28.08. The following administrative provisions within Chapter 1 of the
International Residential Code are hereby stricken, and the corresponding
provisions within articles 28.01 through 28.08 of this Code of Ordinances shall
govern, as indicated in Table 28.14.003 below:
TABLE 28.14.003(a)
(b)
(c)
ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS CROSS-REFERENCE
2021 International Refer to Lubbock Code of
Residential Code Ordinances Chapter
Section Section Heading/Subject Section
R105.2
R106.1 & R106.1.1
R110
R112
R113.4
R114
Work exempt from
permit
Submittal documents and
information on
construction documents
Certificate of occupancy
Board of appeals
Violation penalties
Stop-work orders
28.05.019
28.05.003, 28.05.004
28.06.007
2.03.491 through 2.03.495
28.02.006
28.02.007
Schedule of permit fees. Section R108.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R108.2 Schedule of permit fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas,
mechanical and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for
each permit shall be paid as required, as established in the annual operating
budget subsequent to review and adjustment by the city council pursuant to
Section 1.03.004 of the Lubbock Code of Ordinances.
Construction documents; speciiic submittal reyuirements. Section R106 is
hereby amended to read as follows:
R106.1 Submittal documents. In addition to submittal requirements specified in
Article 28.05, Division 1 of this code, the documents described in Sections
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R106.1.1 through R106.1.5 of this code shall be submitted, as applicable.
R106.1.1 Manufacturer's installation instructions. Manufacturer's installation
instructions, as required by this code, shall be available on the job site at the
time of inspection.
R106.1.2 Information on braced wall design. For buildings and structures
utilizing braced wall design, and where required by the building official, braced
wall lines shall be identified on the construction documents. Pertinent
information including, but not limited to, bracing methods location and length of
braced wall panels and foundation requirements of braced wall panels at top
and bottom shall be provided.
R106.1.3 Survey and flood certificate. At the time of application for a building
permit for first-time construction of a building upon a lot previously
undeveloped with buildings, and at other times as determined necessary by the
building official, the applicant shall furnish a certificate, prepared by a licensed
surveyor, attesting to having performed a recent survey of the subject lot, and
having placed boundary line corner stakes thereon. The property owner or
building contractor shall be responsible for boundary line corner stakes being in
place at the time of the first inspection by the building official. Said certificate
shall also state whether or not the subject lot lies within a special flood hazard
area as determined by the latest FEMA flood insurance rate map (FIRM) for the
City of Lubbock, in which case the applicant must also follow procedures under
Section 39.05.009 of the Unified Development Code (UDC). In all cases where
it may appear to the building official that the proposed improvements will
encroach upon any easement or public way, or come within established building
lines, or affect setback requirements under any ordinance, the building official is
required to refer the application for permit to the city engineer and/or the city
planner, as applicable, and secure their approvals before issuing a building
permit.
R106.1.4 Information on storm shelters. Construction documents for storm
shelters shall include the information required in ICC 500.
R106.1.5 Site plan or plot plan. The construction documents submitted with the
application for permit shall be accompanied by a site plan showing to scale the
size and location of new construction and existing structures on the site,
distances from lot lines, the established street grades and the proposed finished
grades and, as applicable, flood hazard areas, floodways, and design flood
elevations; and it shall be drawn in accordance with an accurate boundary line
survey. In the case of demolition, the site plan shall show construction to be
demolished and the location and size of existing structures and construction that
are to remain on the site or plot. The building official is authorized to waive or
modify the requirement for a site plan where when the application for permit is
for alteration or repair or where when otherwise warranted.
(d) Inspections. Section R109 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R109.1 Types of inspections. For on-site construction, from time to time the
building official, upon notification from the permit holder or his agent, shall
make or cause to be made any necessary inspections and shall either approve
that portion of the construction as completed or shall notify the permit holder or
his or her agent wherein the same fails to comply with this or other applicable
codes and requirements.
R109.1.1 Foundation ins ection. Inspection of the foundation shall be
made after poles or piers are set or trenches or basement areas are
excavated and any required forms erected and any required reinforcing
steel is in place and supported prior to the placing of concrete. The
foundation inspection shall include excavations for thickened slabs
intended for the support of bearing walls, partitions, structural supports,
or equipment and special requirements for wood foundations.
R109.1.2 Plumbin mechanical as and electrical s stems ins ection.
Rough inspection of plumbing, mechanical, gas and electrical systems
shall be made prior to covering or concealment, before fixtures or
appliances are set or installed, and prior to framing inspection.
Exception: Ground-source heat pump loop systems tested in accordance
with Section M2105.28 shall be permitted to be backfilled prior to
inspection.
R109.1.3 Floodplain inspections. For construction in areas prone to
flooding as established by Table R301.2, upon placement of the lowest
floor, including basement, and prior to further vertical construction, the
building official shall require submission of documentation, prepared and
sealed by a registered design professional, of the elevation of the lowest
floor, including basement, required in Section R322.
R109.1.4 Frame and masonry inspection. Inspection of framing and
masonry construction shall be made after the roof, masonry; all framing,
firestopping, draftstopping and bracing are in place and after the
plumbing, mechanical and electrical rough inspections are approved.
R109.1.5 Other inspections. In addition to inspections in Sections
R109.1.1 though R109.1.4, the building official shall have the authority
to make or require any other inspections to ascertain compliance with
this code and other laws enforced by the building official.
R109.1.5.1 Fire-resistance-rated construction inspection. Where fre-
resistance-rated construction is required between dwelling units or due to
location on property, the building official shall require an inspection of
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such construction after lathing or gypsum board or gypsum panel
products are in place, but before any plaster is applied, or before board
or panel joints and fasteners are taped and finished.
R109.1.5.2. Reinforced masonry, insulating concrete form {ICF} and
conventionally-formed or earth-formed concrete wall ins�ection.
Reinforced masonry walls, insulating concrete form (ICF) walls and
conventionally formed or earth formed concrete walls shall be inspected
after plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems embedded within the
walls, and reinforcing steel is in place and supported and prior to
placement of grout or concrete. Inspection shall verify the correct size,
location, embedment depth, clearances, spacing and lapping of
reinforcing and other embedded items. For masonry walls, inspection
shall also verify that the location of grout cleanouts and size of grout
spaces comply with the requirements of this code, and that grout pour
heights are not exceeded.
R109.1.6 Final inspection. Final inspection shall be made after the
permitted work is complete and prior to occupancy.
R109.2 Inspection a e,g ncies• The building official is authorized to accept reports
of approved agencies, provided such agencies satisfy the requirements as to
qualifications and reliability. Where the use of inspection agencies is desired or
contemplated, the permittee shall request approval of said agencies sufficiently
in advance of the need for the subject inspection(s).
R109.3 Inspection requests. It shall be the duty of the permit holder or their
agent to notify the building official that such work is ready for inspection. It
shall be the duty of the person requesting any inspections required by this code
to provide access to and means for inspection of such work.
R109.4 Approval required. Work shall not be done beyond the point indicated in
each successive inspection without first obtaining the approval of the building
official. The building official, upon notification, shall make the requested
inspections and shall either indicate the portion of the construction that is
satisfactory as completed, or shall notify the permit holder or an agent of the
permit holder wherein the same fails to comply with this code. Any portions that
do not comply shall be corrected and such portion shall not be covered or
concealed until authorized by the building official.
§ 28.14.004 Amendments.
(a) Definitions. Section R202 is hereby amended by adding a new definition as
follows:
ENGINEERED FILL. Soil used for fill or backfill that has been placed,
compacted and tested in accordance with the specifications of the structural or
geotechnical engineer of record, or, where such specifications do not exist, that
has been classified, placed, compacted and tested to a minimum 95% of standard
proctor density in accordance with accepted industry standards.
(b) Climatic and ��phic desi�n criteria. Table R301.2 is hereby deleted and
replaced with the following. Footnotes to Table R301.2 shall remain unchanged,
except for the deletion of footnote e and n:
TABLE R301.2
CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA
GROUND SNOW LOAD 15 psf
Speed (mph) 115
z� Topographic effects No
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3 W� Special wind region No
Windborne debris zone No
SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY A
O O Weathering Moderate
a
Hw
�W Frost line depth 12 inches
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A Termite Moderate to Heavy
WINTER DESIGN TEMP 15 Degrees
ICE BARRIER No
UNDERLAYMENT REQUIRED
FLOOD HAZARDS See Note 1
AIR FREEZING INDEX 172
MEAN ANNUAL TEMP 59.9 Degrees
For SI: 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kPa, 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s
Note 1. See Unified Development Code (UDC) Article 39.05
(c) Exterior walls. Section R302.1 is hereby amended by the addition of a new
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exception #6 to read as follows:
6. In garden home developments with easements specifically allowing
overhangs to project into adjacent lots, overhangs may project a
maximum of 2 feet (609.6 mm) across the property line. Such overhangs
must be one-hour fire resistive construction and be decked with fire
retardant treated decking. The overhang shall not be equipped with soffit
vents or penetrations.
(d) Lxterior walls Table R302.1(2). Table R302.1(2) is hereby amended to read as
follows:
TABLE R302.1(2)
EXTERIOR WALLS
Exterior Wall Element Minimum Fire-
Walls
Resistance Rating
1-hour in accordance
Fire-resistance rated �'�'ith ASTM E119 or UL
263 with exposure from
both sides
Non fire-resistance
rated
Not allowed
Projections Fire-resistance rated
Openings
in walls
Penetration
s
Non fire-resistance
rated
Not allowed
Maximum 25% of
wall area
Unlimited
All
0 Hours
N/A
1 hour on the
undersidea,b
0 Hours
N/A
0 Hours
0 Hours
Comply with Section
R302.4
Minimum Fire
Separation Distance
Less than 5 feet
5 feet or greater
Less than 2 feet
2 feet to less than 3 feet
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3 feet
Less than 3 feet
3 feet
5 feet
Less than 3 feet
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TABLE R302.1(2)
EXTERIOR WALLS
Exterior Wall Element Minimum Fire- Minimum Fire
Resistance Rating Separation Distance
None required 3 feet or greater
a. Roof eave fire-resistance rating shall be permitted to be reduced to 0 hours on the
underside of the eave if fireblocking is provided from the wall top plate to the
underside of the roof sheathing.
b. Roof eave fire-resistance rating shall be permitted to be reduced to 0 hours on the
underside of the eave provided that gable vent openings are not installed.
(e) Openin�protection. Section R302.5.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R302.5.1 Opening�rotection. Openings from a private garage directly into a
room used for sleeping purposes shall not be permitted. Other openings between
the garage and residence shall be equipped with solid wood doors not less than
1-3/8 inches (35 mm) in thickness, solid or honeycomb-core steel doors not less
than 1-3/8 inches (35 mm) thick, or 20-minute fire-rated doors. A hard-wired
Carbon Monoxide Detector shall be installed within five (5) feet (1524 mm) on
the residence side of the garage door entrance to the structure.
(� Bathrooms. Section R303.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R303.3 Bathrooms. Bathrooms, water closet compartments and other similar
rooms shall be provided with aggregate glazing area in windows of not less than
3 square feet (0.3 mz), one-half of which must be openable.
Exception: The glazed areas shall not be required where artificial light and a
local exhaust system are provided. The minimum local exhaust rates shall be
determined in accordance with Section M1505. Exhaust air from the space shall
be exhausted directly to the outside, or into a ventilated attic at least 10" above
the ceiling insulation line or to a soffit, gable or eave vent.
(g) Mechanical ventilation. Section R303.4 is hereby deleted in its entirety.
(h) Emergency escape and rescue required. Section R310.1 is hereby amended to
read as follows:
R310.1 Emergency escape and rescue re�uired. Basements, habitable attics and
every sleeping room shall have not less than one operable emergency escape and
rescue opening. Emergency escape and rescue openings shall open directly into
a street, public alley, or other approved public way, or into a yard or court on the
same property that opens to an approved public way. Where basements contain
one or more sleeping rooms, an emergency escape and rescue opening shall be
required in each sleeping room, but shall not be required in adjoining areas of
the basement. Where emergency escape and rescue openings are provided they
shall have a sill height of not greater than 44 inches (1118 mm) above the floor
or a permanent adjacent standing surface of not less than 36 in. x 36 in. (914
mm. x 914 mm.). Where a door opening having a threshold below the adjacent
ground elevation serves as an emergency escape and rescue opening and is
provided with a bulkhead enclosure, the bulkhead enclosure shall comply with
Section R310.4.4. The net clear opening dimensions required by this section
shall be obtained by the normal operation of the emergency escape and rescue
opening from the inside. Emergency escape and rescue openings with a finished
sill height below the adjacent ground elevation shall be provided with an area
well in accordance with Section R310.4.
Exceptions:
1. Basements used only to house mechanical equipment and not exceeding a
total floor area of 200 square feet (18.6 m2).
2. Basements not containing bathing facilities or designated as bedrooms may
be provided with alternatives to emergency escape and rescue openings as
follows:
a. Basements not exceeding 500 square feet (46.5 m2) and designated for
use as a storm shelter - No requirement.
b. I not exceeding 800 square feet (74.3 m2) and designated for use as a
storm shelter:
i. Top of basement stairs to be located within 10 feet (3048 mm) of
an approved emergency escape and rescue opening, or within 20
feet (6096 mm) where entirely protected by an approved one-hour
fre rated corridor constructed in accordance with the International
Building Code. For purposes of this Section, "travel distance"
shall mean the centerline of the shortest route that affords a
minimum 36 inches (914.4 mm) wide unobstructed path of travel;
ii. Basement and path of travel to an approved emergency escape and
rescue opening to be protected by an NFPA 13D fire suppression
system;
iii. As otherwise approved by the building official.
c. Basements of any size where the entire dwelling is provided with an
automatic fire suppression system throughout in accordance with
NFPA 13D - No requirement.
(i) Automatic fire sprinkler systems. Section R313 is hereby deleted.
(j) Storm shelters (General). Section R323.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
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R323.1 Storm shelters �General}. This section applies to storm shelters where
constructed as separate detached buildings or where constructed as safe rooms
within buildings for the purpose of providing refuge from storms that produce
high winds, such as tornados and hurricanes. In addition to other applicable
requirements in this code, such storm shelters shall be constructed in accordance
with ICC 500.
Exception: Basements designated as storm shelters for purposes of complying
with exception 1 or 2 to Section R310.1 need not be constructed in accordance
with ICC 500.
(k) Mezzanines. Section 325.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R325.3 Area limitation. The aggregate area of a mezzanine or mezzanines shall
be not greater than one-third of the floor area of the room or space in which they
are located. The enclosed portion of a room shall not be included in a
determination of the floor area of the room in which the mezzanine is located.
Exception: The aggregate area of a mezzanine located within a dwelling unit
shall not be greater than one-half of the floor area of the room, provided that the
mezzanine meets all of the following requirements:
1. Except for enclosed closets and bathrooms, the mezzanine is open to the
room in which such mezzanine is located.
2. The opening to the room is unobstructed except for walls not more than
42 inches (1067 mm) in height, columns and posts.
3. The exceptions to Section R325.5 are not applied.
(1) Minimum size {of footings). Section R403.1.1 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
R403.1.1 Minimum size. Minimum sizes for concrete and masonry footings
shall be as set forth in The City of Lubbock Residential Foundation Details,
adopted by reference as though fully set out herein.
(m) Minimum depth. Section R403.1.4 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Section R403.1.4. Minimum depth. All exterior footings shall be placed at least
12 inches (305 mm) below the undisturbed ground or engineered fill (see
definition) surface. Where applicable, the depth of footings shall also conform to
Section R403.1.4.1.
(n) Foundation anchora�e. Section R403.1.6. is hereby amended by the addition of a
third exception to read as follows:
On exterior walls, approved powder-actuated pins may be used in lieu of
anchor bolts within twelve (12) inches (304.8 mm) of the joints of sole
plates, not including corners.
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(o) Foundation elevation. Section R403.1.7.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R403.1.7.3. Foundation elevation. The lowest portion of a building finished
floor elevation shall be installed no lower than that indicated in Table
R403.1.7.3 below:
TABLE R403.1.7.3.
Minimum Floor Elevations for Structures Relative to Lot Slope
Min. Floor Elevation Min. Floor Elevation
Elevation Difference-Top above top of curb when above top of curb
of curb to rear property slope is from front to when slope is from
line (inches) rear (inches) rear to front (inches)
0 12 12
6 10.5 13.5
12 9 15
18 8 16.5
24 6 18
30 6 19.5
36 6 21
1) The ground shall slope away from the structure in all directions as
required elsewhere in this code;
2) The minimum distance from the finished ground elevation to the top of
the floor shall be eight (8) inches at all locations around the building;
3) Minimum floor elevations. The minimum floor elevation shall be
determined by using the top of the floor slab and shall be a minimum of
six (6) inches above the calculated peak water surface elevation as
determined by the city engineer, or that determined by Table R403.1.7.3,
whichever results in the more stringent requirement. It shall be the
responsibility of the builderlcontractor to provide the city building official
with a survey certificate indicating the required finish floor elevation as
determined by the surveyor. The required elevation shall be indicated on
the construction plans and marked on the front street curb. Structures
located in any floor hazard area shall comply with all F.E.M.A.
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TABLE R403.1.7.3.
Minimum Floor Elevations for Structures Relative to Lot Slope
Min. Floor Elevation Min. Floor Elevation
Elevation Difference-Top above top of curb when above top of curb
of curb to rear property slope is from front to when slope is from
line (inches) rear (inches) rear to front (inches)
regulations, which will supersede the above.
4) Alternate elevations are permitted subject to the approval of the building
official and city engineer, provided it can be demonstrated that required
drainage to an approved point of discharge and away from the structure is
provided at all locations on the site.
(p) Concrete and masonr�foundation walls. Sections R404.1.2.1 and R404.1.3 are
hereby amended to read as follows:
R404.1.2.1 Masonry foundation walls. Concrete masonry and clay masonry
foundation walls shall be constructed as set forth in Tables R404.1.1(1),
R404.1.1(2), R404.1.1(3) or R404.1.1(4) and shall also comply with the
applicable provisions of Sections R606. Where applicable, such walls shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with the City of Lubbock Residential
Foundation Details, adopted by reference as though fully set out herein. In
Seismic Design Categories D�, Di and Dz, concrete masonry and clay masonry
foundation walls shall comply with Section R404.1.4. Rubble stone masonry
foundation walls shall be constructed in accordance with Sections R404.1.8
andR606.4.2. Rubble stone masonry walls shall not be used in Seismic Design
Categories Do, D� and D2, or in I in Seismic Design Category C.
R404.1.3 Concrete foundation walls. Concrete foundation walls that support
light-frame walls shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the
provisions of this section, ACI 318, ACI 332, PCA 100, or the City of Lubbock
Residential Foundation Details, adopted by reference as though fully set out
herein. Concrete foundation walls that support above-grade concrete walls that
are within the applicability limits of Section R608.2 shall be designed and
constructed in accordance with the provisions of this section, ACI 318, ACI 332
or PCA 100. Concrete foundation walls that support above-grade concrete walls
that are not within the applicability limits of Section R608.2 shall be designed
and constructed in accordance with the provisions of ACI 318, ACI 332 or PCA
100. When ACI 318, ACI 332, PCA 100 or the provisions of this section are
used to design concrete foundation walls, project drawings, typical details and
specifications are not required to bear the seal of the architect or engineer
responsible for design, unless otherwise required by the state law of the
jurisdiction having authority.
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(q) Concrete or masonry foundations. The exceptions to Section 405.1 are hereby
amended to read as follows:
Exceptions:
A drainage system is not required when the foundation is installed on
well-drained ground or sand-gravel mixture soils according to the
Unified Soil Classification System, Group I soils, as detailed in Table
R405.1.
2. A drainage system is not required for a basement wall footing where the
excavation for the basement wall does not result in a soil disturbance
closer than three (3) feet (914.4 mm) to the exterior roof drip line and
there is no evidence of groundwater infiltration.
(r) Foundation water management. Section R406 is hereby amended by re-titling of
the Section and amended to read as follows:
SECTION R406
FOUNDATION WATER MANAGEMENT
R406.1 Concrete and masonry foundation dampness resistance. Except where
required by Section R406.2 to be made water-resistant, foundation walls that
retain earth and enclose interior spaces and floors below grade shall be treated
to resist dampness from the top of the footing to the finished grade. Masonry
walls shall have not less than 318 inch (9.5 mm) Portland cement parging applied
to the exterior of the wall. The parging shall be treated in accordance with one
of the following:
Bituminous coating,
2. 3 pounds per square yard (1.63 kg/m2) of acrylic modified cement.
3. 1/8-inch (3.2 mm) coat of surface-bonding cement complying with
ASTM C887.
4. Any material permitted in Section R406.2.
5. Other approved materials or methods.
Exception: Parging of unit masonry walls is not required where a material is
approved for direct application to the masonry.
Concrete walls shall be treated for resistance to dampness by applying any one
of the above listed materials or any one of the materials listed in Section R406.2
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to the exterior of the wall.
R406.2 Concrete and masonr foundation water resistant barriers. In areas where
a high water table or other severe soil-water conditions are known to exist,
exterior foundation walls that retain earth and enclose interior spaces and floors
below grade shall be provided with water resistant barriers from the top of the
footing to the finished grade. Such barriers shall be in accordance with one of
the following:
1. 2-ply hot-mopped felts.
2. 55 pound (25 kg) roll roofing.
6-mil (0.15 mm) polyvinyl chloride.
4. 6-mil (0.15 mm) polyethylene.
5. 40-mil (1 mm) polymer-modified asphalt.
6. 60-mil (1.5 mm) flexible polymer cement.
7. 1/8-inch (3 mm) cement-based, fiber-reinforced waterproof coating.
8. 60-mil, (0.22 mm) solvent-free, liquid-applied synthetic rubber.
9. Other approved materials or methods.
Exception: Organic-solvent-based products such as hydrocarbons, chlorinated
hydrocarbons, ketones and esters shall not be used for ICF walls with expanded
polystyrene form material. Plastic roofing cements, acrylic coatings, latex
coatings, mortars and pargings are permitted to be used to seal ICF walls. Cold
setting asphalt or hot asphalt shall conform to type C of ASTM D449. Hot
asphalt shall be applied at a temperature of less than 200 degrees Fahrenheit (93
degrees Celsius).
All joints in membrane barriers shall be lapped and sealed with an adhesive
compatible with the membrane.
R406.3 Dampness resistance for wood foundations. Wood foundations
enclosing habitable or usable spaces located below grade shall be treated for
resistance to dampness in accordance with Sections R406.3.1 through R406.3.4.
(s) Wood floor framin desi n and construction. Sections R502.2 and R502.3 are
hereby amended to read as follows:
R502.2 Wood floor framing design and construction. Floors shall be designed
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and constructed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, Figure R502.2
and Sections R317 and R318 or in accordance with ANSI AWC NDS. Basement
floor-ceiling structural assemblies, where supporting a concrete floor slab above,
shall be constructed in accordance with Section R502.3 and as applicable
(figures contained in the City of Lubbock Residential Foundation Details,
adopted by reference as though fully set out herein).
R502.3 Allowable 'oist s ans. Spans for floor joists shall be in accordance with
Tables R502.3.1(1) and R502.3.1(2), as applicable. For the most current data,
other grades and species, or other loading conditions, refer to the latest AF & PA
Span Tables for Joists and Rafters and/or current data available from the
American Wood Council.
(t) Concrete floors on ground,�eneral. Section R506.1 is hereby amended to read
as follows:
R506.1 Concrete floors on ground, General. Concrete slab-on-ground floors
shall be a minimum 3.5 inches (89 mm) thick (for expansive soils, see Section
R403.1.8). The specified compressive strength of concrete shall be as set forth in
Section R402.2. To the extent applicable, concrete slab-on-ground floors shall
be constructed in accordance with the City of Lubbock Residential Foundation
Details, adopted by reference as though fully set out herein.
(u) Alternative attachments to fastenin schedule. Footnote g to Table 602.3(2) is
hereby deleted in its entirety.
(v) Headers. Section R602.7 is hereby amended as follows:
R602.7 Headers. For header spans, see Tables R602.7(1), R602.7(2) and
R602.7(3). For the most current data, other grades and species, or other loading
conditions, refer to the latest AF & PA Span Tables for Joists and Rafters andlor
current data available from the American Wood Council.
(w) Gara�e door labelin�. Section R609.4.1 is hereby deleted in its entirety.
(x) Flashin�. Section R703.4 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R703.4 Flashin�. Approved corrosion-resistive flashing shall be provided in the
exterior wall envelope in such a manner as to prevent entry of water into the
wall cavity or penetration of water to the building structural framing
components. Self-adhered membranes used as flashing shall comply with
AAMA 711. The flashing shall extend to the surface of the exterior wall finish
and shall be installed to prevent water from re- entering the exterior wall
envelope. Approved corrosion-resistant flashings shall be installed at all of the
following locations:
At top of all exterior window and door openings in such a manner as to
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be leak proof.
At the intersection of chimneys or other masonry construction with
frame or stucco walls, with projecting lips on both sides under stucco
copings.
3. Under and at the ends of masonry, wood or metal copings and sills.
4. Continuously above all projecting wood or composite trim.
5. Where exterior porches, decks or stairs attach to a wall or floor assembly
of wood-frame construction.
6. At wall and roof intersections.
7. At built-in gutters.
Exceptions:
1.
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The requirements of Item 3 above may be omitted if a poured concrete
foundation is used with a minimum 8-inch brick ledge drop.
The requirements of Item 3 above may be omitted where soffits, porches
or awnings serve as protection for the upper course of brick veneer.
(y) Table 703.8.4 1 Tie Attachment and Airs ace Re uirements. Table 703.8.4(1)
is hereby deleted and replaced with the following:
TABLE 703.8.4(1)
TIE ATTACHMENT AND AIRSPACE REQUIREMENTS
BACKING MINIMUM MINIMUM TIE
AND TIE TIEa FASTENERa AIRSPACE
Wood stud 22 U.S. gage
backing with �0.0299 in.) x 7/8
corrugated sheet in. wide
metal
Wood stud
backing with
metal strand
wire
Cold-formed
steel stud
backing with
adjustable metal
strand wire
W1.7 (No. 9 U.S.
gage; 0.148 in.)
with hook
embedded in
mortar joint
W1.7 (No. 9 U.S.
gage; 0.148 in.)
with hook
embedded in
mortar joint
6D - 2" nail, ring
shank or #8 - 2"
screw
6D - 2" nail, ring
shank or #8 - 2"
screw
No. 10 screw
extending through
the steel framing a
minimum of three
exposed threads
Nominal 1 in. between
sheathing and veneer
Minimum Maximum
nominal 1 4-112 in.
in. between between
sheathing backing and
and veneer veneer
Minimum Maximum
nominal 1 4-1/2 in.
in. between between
sheathing backing and
and veneer veneer
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TABLE 703.8.4(1)
TIE ATTACHMENT AND AIRSPACE REQUIREMENTS
BACKING MI1vIMUM MINIMUM TIE
AND TIE TIEa FASTENERa AIRSPACE
a. All ties and fasteners to be corrosion-resistant
(z) Flashin�. Section R703.8.5 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R703.8.5 Flashin�. Flashing shall be located beneath the first course of masonry
within the first mortar bed joint above finished ground level above the
foundation wall or slab and at other points of support, including structural floors,
shelf angles and lintels that are not protected by eaves or patio covers when
masonry veneers are designed in accordance with Section R703.8. See Section
R703.4 and the City of Lubbock Residential Foundation Details for additional
requirements.
Exception: The requirements of R703.8.5 may be omitted if a poured concrete
foundation is used with a minimum 8-inch brick ledge drop and all exterior
window and door openings are caulked with sealant.
(aa) Weepholes. Section R703.8.6 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R703.8.6 Weepholes. Weepholes shall be provided in the outside wythe of
masonry walls at a maximum spacing of 33 inches (838 mm) on center.
Weepholes shall not be less than 3116 inch (5 mm) in diameter. Weepholes shall
be located immediately above the flashing.
Exception: The requirements of R703.8.6 may be omitted if a poured concrete
foundation is used with a minimum 8-inch brick ledge drop and all exterior
window and door openings are flashed in accordance with Section R703.8.5, as
amended.
(bb) Rafter size. Section R802.4.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
R802.4.1 Rafter size. Rafters shall be sized based on the rafter spans in Tables
R802.4.1(1) through R802.4.1(8). For the most current data, other grades and
species, or other loading conditions, refer to the latest AF & PA Span Tables for
Joists and Rafters andlor current data available from the American Wood
Council. Rafter spans shall be measured along the horizontal projection of the
rafter.
(cc) Ceilingjoist size. Section R802.5.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
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R802.5.1 Ceiling_ioist size. Ceiling joists shall be sized based on the joist spans
in Tables R802.5.1(1) and R802.5.1(2). For the most current data, other grades
and species, or other loading conditions, refer to the latest AF & PA Span 1'ables
for Joists and Rafters andlor current data available from the American Wood
Council.
(dd) Ventilation required. Section R806.1 is hereby amended by adding the following
exception after the section:
Exception: Attic ventilation shall not be required when drywall is installed
directly on the interior side of the rafters, the roof deck is insulated with spray
foam, or is deemed unnecessary by the building official due to atmospheric or
climatic conditions.
(ee) Roof re-cover not allowed. Section R908.3.1.1 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
R908.3.1.1 A roof recover shall not be permitted where any of the following
conditions occur:
1. Where the existing roof or roof covering is water soaked or has
deteriorated to the point that the existing roof or roof covering is not
adequate as a base for additional roofing.
2. Where the existing roof covering is wood shake, slate, clay, cement,
asbestos-cement tile, or asphalt, fiberglass or composition shingles.
3. Where the existing roof has two or more applications of any type of roof
covering.
(ffl Energy efficiency (Chapter 11). The entire text of Chapter 11 is hereby deletcd
and replaced with the following:
Chapter 11 - Energy Effcienc� One and two family dwellings shall comply
with the applicable energy conservation provisions of the 2021 International
Energy Conservation Code, as amended.
(gg) Protection a a�physical dama�e. Section M1308.2.1 is hereby amended to
read as follows:
M 1308.2.1 Protection a ainst physical dama� In concealed locations where
piping is installed through holes or notches in studs, joists, rafters or similar
members less than 1.5 inches (38 mm) from the nearest edge of the framing
member face to which wall, ceiling or floor membranes will be attached, the
pipe shall be protected by steel shield plates. Such shield plates shall have a
thickness of not less than 0.0575 inch (1.463 mm) (No. 16 gage). Such plates
shall cover the area of the pipe where the member is notched or bored.
(hh) Auxiliar�+ and secondary drain systems. Section M1411.3.1 is hereby amended
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to read as follows:
M 1411.3.1 Auxiliary and secondary drain systems. In addition to the
requirements of Section M1411.3, a secondary drain or auxiliary drain pan shall
be required for each cooling or evaporator coil where damage to any building
components will occur as a result of overflow from the equipment drain pan or
stoppage in the condensate drain piping. Such piping shall maintain a minimum
horizontal slope in the direction of discharge of not less than 1/8 unit vertical in
12 units horizontal (1-percent slope). Drain piping shall be a minimum of 314-
inch (19 mm) nominal pipe size. One of the following methods shall be used:
1. An auxiliary drain pan with a separate drain shall be installed under the
coils on which condensation will occur. The auxiliary pan drain shall
discharge to a conspicuous point of disposal to alert occupants in the
event of a stoppage of the primary drain. The pan shall have a minimum
depth of 1.5 inches (38 mm), shall not be less than 3 inches (76 mm)
larger than the unit or the coil dimensions in width and length and shall
be constructed of corrosion-resistant material. Metallic pans shall have a
minimum thickness of not less than 0.0276- inch (0.7 mm) galvanized
sheet metal. Nonmetallic pans shall have a minimum thickness of not
less than 0.0625 inch (1.6 mm).
2. A separate overflow drain line shall be connected to the drain pan
installed with the equipment. This overflow drain shall discharge to a
conspicuous point of disposal to alert occupants in the event of a
stoppage of the primary drain. The overflow drain line shall connect to
the drain pan at a higher level than the primary drain connection.
3. An auxiliary drain pan without a separate drain line shall be installed
under the coils on which condensate will occur. This pan shall be
equipped with a water-level detection device conforming to UL 508 that
will shut off the equipment served prior to overflow of the pan. The
auxiliary drain pan shall be constructed in accordance with Item 1 of this
section.
(ii) Auxiliary drain pan. Section M1411.5 is hereby amended to read as follows:
M1411.5 Auxiliary drain pan. Category IV condensing appliances shall have an
auxiliary drain pan where damage to any building component will occur as a
result of stoppage in the condensate drainage system. These pans shall be
installed in accordance with the applicable provisions of Section M 1411.3.
(jj) Insulation of refrigerant �i��. Section M1411.6 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
Section M1411.6. Insulation of refrigerant piping. Piping and ittings for
refrigerant vapor (suction) lines shall be insulated with 3/8-inch (9.53 mm) wall
closed cell insulation having a thermal resistivity of at least R= 2.D hr-ft2 --
FIBTU and having external surface permanence not exceeding 0.05 perm (2.87
��
ng/(s * m2 * Pa)] when tested in accordance with ASTM E96.
(kk) Lockin�ort access caps. Section M1411.9 is hereby deleted.
(11) Outdoor dischar�e. Section M1501.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
M1501.1 Outdoor dischar�e. The air removed by every mechanical exhaust
system shall be discharged to the outdoors in accordance with Section M1504.3.
Air shall not be exhausted into an attic, soffit, ridge vent or crawl space.
Exception: Whole-house ventilation-type attic fans and bathroom ventilation
fans that discharge into a ventilated attic space of dwelling units having private
attics shall be permitted.
(mm) Duct termination. Section M1502.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
M1502.3. Duct termination. Exhaust ducts shall terminate on the outside of the
building. Exhaust duct terminations shall be in accordance with the dryer
manufacturer's installation instructions. If the manufacturer's instructions do not
specify a termination location, exhaust ducts shall terminate not less than 3 feet
(914 mm) in any direction from openings into buildings. Exhaust duct
terminations shall be equipped with a backdraft damper. Screens shall not be
installed at the duct termination.
Exception: Backdraft dampers shall not be required where exhaust ducts
terminate vertically through the roof.
(nn) �ecified length. Section M 1502.4.6.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
M1502.4.6.1 Specified len t�h. The maximum length of the exhaust duct shall be
35 feet (10,668 mm) from the connection to the transition duct from the dryer to
the outlet terminal. Where fittings are used, the maximum length of the exhaust
duct shall be reduced in accordance with Table M 1502.4.6.1.
(oo) Recirculation of air. Section M 1505.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
M1505.2 Recirculation of air. Exhaust air from bathrooms and toilet rooms shall
not be recirculated within a residence or circulated to another dwelling unit.
Exhaust air from bathrooms and toilet rooms shall either discharge directly to
the outdoors or into an attic space ventilated as required by Section R806 and at
least 18 inches above the ceiling joists, or to a soffit or gable or eave vent. The
terminal end of the exhaust duct shall be permanently secured in place.
(pp) Under r�und duct systems. Section M 1601.1.2 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
M 1601.1.2 Underground duct systems. Underground duct systems shall be
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constructed of approved concrete, clay, metal or plastic. The maximum design
temperature for systems utilizing plastic duct and fittings shall be 150 F(66°C).
Metal ducts shall be protected from corrosion in an approved manner or shall be
completely encased in concrete not less than 2 inches (51 mm) thick.
Nonmetallic ducts shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions. Plastic pipe and fitting materials shall conform to cell classifcation
12454-B of ASTM D 1248 or ASTM D 1784 and external loading properties of
ASTM D2412. Ducts shall slope to a drainage point that has access. Ducts shall
be sealed and secured prior to encasing the ducts in concrete or direct burial.
Duct tightness shall be verified as required by Section R403.3 of the
International Energy Conservation Code, as amended. Metallic ducts having an
approved protective coating and nonmetallic ducts shall be installed in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
(qq) Location. Section M2006 is hereby amended by the addition of a new subsection
M2006.5 to read as follows:
M2006.5 Location. Pool heaters shall be located or protected to guard against
accidental contact of hot surfaces by persons. Compliance with this Section may
be accomplished by installing pool and spa heaters in an equipment room or
building, or by enclosure with a fence or other suitable barrier.
(rr) Protection methods a�ainst corrosion. Section G2415.11.2 (404.11.2) is hereby
amended to read as follows:
G2415.11.2 �404.11.2} Protection methods. Underground piping shall comply
with one or more of the following:
1. The piping shall be made of corrosion-resistant material that is suitable
for the environment in which it will be installed.
2. Pipe shall have a factory-applied, electrically-insulating coating. Fittings
and joints between sections of coated pipe shall be coated in accordance
with the coating manufacturer's instructions.
3. The piping shall have a cathodic protection system installed and the
system shall be monitored and maintained in accordance with an
approved program.
4. Approved protective coatings or wrap may be field installed if piping that
has a factory-applied, electrically-insulating coating is not readily
available.
(ss) Located at manifold. Section G2420.5.3 (409.5.3) is hereby amended to read as
follows:
G2420.5.3 (409.5.3) Located at manifold. Where the appliance shutoff valve is
installed at a manifold, such shutoff valve shall be located within 50 feet (15,240
mm) of the appliance served and shall be readily accessible and permanently
identified. The piping from the manifold to within 6 feet (1829 mm) of the
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appliance shall be designed, sized and installed in accordance with Sections
G2412 (401) through G2419 (408). Shutoff valves located within attic spaces
shall not be considered readily accessible.
(tt) Pressure re ulators. Section G2421.1 (410.1) is hereby amended to read as
follows:
G2421.1 �410.1.} Pressure re�;ulators. A line pressure regulator shall be installed
where the appliance is designed to operate at a lower pressure than the supply
system. Access shall be provided to pressure regulators. Pressure regulators
shall be protected from physical damage. Regulators installed on the exterior of
the building shall be approved for outdoor installation. All regulators must be
installed near a walkway or an access point.
(uu) Lo� hters. Section G2433 (603) is hereby deleted in its entirety.
(vv) Exhaust installation. Section G2439.3 (614.4) is hereby amended to read as
follows:
G2439.3 �614.4� Exhaust installation. Dryer exhaust ducts for clothes dryers
shall terminate on the outside of the building and shall be equipped with a
backdraft damper. Screens shall not be installed at the duct termination. Ducts
shall not be connected or installed with sheet metal screws or other fasteners that
will obstruct the flow. Clothes dryer exhaust ducts shall not be connected to a
vent connector, vent or chimney. Clothes dryer exhaust ducts shall not extend
into or through ducts or plenums unless properly sleeved with materials
conforming to Section 602.2.1 of the International Mechanical Code (in the
case of plenums), or with materials meeting the requirements for Class 0 or 1
duct materials (in the case of ducts). Backdraft dampers shall not be required for
vertical terminations through roofs.
(ww) Building sewer testin� Section P2503.4 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P2503.4. Building sewer testin�. The building sewer shall be tested by the
insertion of a test plug at the point of connection with the public sewer and
filling the building sewer with water, testing with not less than a 5-foot (1524
mm) head of water and be able to maintain such a pressure for fifteen (15)
minutes.
(xx) Rou�h plumbin� Section P2503.5.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P2503.5.1 Rou�plumbin�. DWV systems shall be tested on completion of the
rough piping installation by water or air with no evidence of leakage. Either test
shall be applied to the drainage system in its entirety or in sections after rough
piping has been installed, as follows:
Water test. Each Section shall be iilled with water to a point not less than
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5 feet (1524 mm) above the highest fitting connection in that section, or
to the highest point in the completed system. Water shall be held in the
section under test for a period of 15 minutes. The system shall prove leak
free by visual inspection.
2. Air test. The portion under test shall be maintained at a gauge pressure of
5 pounds per square inch (psi) (34 kPa) or 10 inches of inercury column
(34 kPa). This pressure shall be held without introduction of additional
air for a period of 15 minutes. Exception: Air tests shall not be used on
PVC piping if not approved by the piping manufacturer.
(yy) Finished plumbin�. Section P2503.5.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P2503.5.2 Finished plumbin�. After the plumbing fixtures have been set and
their traps filled with water, their connections shall be tested and proved gastight
and/or watertight as follows:
1. Water ti ht� Each fixture shall be filled and then drained. Traps and
fixture connections shall be proven water tight by visual inspection.
2. Gas tightness. When required by the building official, a final test for gas
tightness of the DWV system shall be made by the smoke or peppermint
test as follows:
2.1 Smoke test. Introduce a pungent, thick smoke into the system.
When the smoke appears at vent terminals, such terminals shall
be sealed and a pressure equivalent to a 1-inch water column
(249 Pa) shall be applied and maintained for a test period of not
less than 15 minutes.
2.2 Peppermint test. Introduce 2 ounces (59 mL) of oil of peppermint
into the system. Add 10 quarts (9464 mL) of hot water and seal
all vent terminals. The odor of peppermint shall not be detected at
any trap or other point in the system.
(zz) Shower liner test. Section P2503.6 is hereby deleted.
(aaa) Protection against physical dama�e. Section P2603.2.1 is hereby amended to
read as follows:
P2603.2.1 Protection a a�physical dama�e. In concealed locations, where
piping, other than cast-iron or galvanized steel, is installed through holes or
notches in studs, joists, rafters or similar members less than 1.5 inches (38 mm)
from the nearest edge of the member, the pipe shall be protected by steel shield
plates. Such shield plates shall have a thickness of not less than 0.0575 inch
(1.463 mm) (No. 16 gage). Such plates shall cover the area of the pipe where the
member is notched or bored.
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(bbb) Pan size and drain. Section P2801.6.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P2801.6.1 Pan size and drain. The pan shall be not less than 1.5 inches (38 mm)
deep and shall be of sufiicient size and shape to receive all dripping and
condensate from the tank or water heater. The pan shall be drained by an
indirect waste pipe having a minimum diameter of 3/4 inch (19 mm) or the
outlet diameter of the relief valve, whichever is larger. Piping for safety pan
drains shall be of those materials listed in Table P2906.5, except that PVC
meeting ASTM D1785, D2241 or D2672 shall also be considered an acceptable
material for this purpose. Where a pan was not previously installed, a pan drain
shall not be required for a replacement water heater installation.
(ccc) Water heaters installed in_garages. Section P2801.7 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
P2801.7 Water heaters installed in ara es. Water heaters having an ignition
source shall be elevated such that the source of ignition is not less than 18
inches (457 mm) above the garage floor.
Exceptions:
Elevation of the ignition source is not required for fuel gas-fired water
heaters that are listed as flammable vapor ignition-resistant. (See Section
G2408.2).
2. Electric water heaters are not required to be elevated, as the elements are
not considered an ignition source.
(ddd) Vacuum relief valve. Section P2804.7 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P2804.7 Vacuum relief valve. Bottom fed tank-type water heaters and bottom
fed tanks connected to water heaters shall have a vacuum relief valve installed
that complies with ANSI Z21.22.
Exception: Where such water heaters and tanks are part of a circulating hot
water system and have a storage capacity of ten gallons or less.
(eee) Water hammer. Section P2903.5 is hereby deleted in its entirety.
(ff� Hose bibb bleed. Section P2903.8.5 is hereby deleted.
(ggg) Service valve. Section P2903.9.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P2903.9.1 Service valve. Where indicated below, each dwelling unit shall bc
provided with an accessible main shutoff valve. The valve shall be of a full-open
type having nominal restriction to flow.
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Service valves shall be installed in the following locations:
On the water service pipe from the public water supply at or near the
water meter.
2. On the water service pipe at the entrance into the building(s) if the
service valve required by (1) above is more than 100 feet (30.48 m) from
said building(s).
3. On the water supply pipe to a gravity or pressurized water tank.
4. On the water supply pipe to every water heater.
(hhh) Hose bibb. Section P2903.10 is hereby deleted.
(iii) Solvent cementin�. Section P3003.9.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
P3003.9.2 Solvent cementin�. Joint surfaces shall be clean and free from
moisture. A purple primer that conforms to ASTM F656 shall be applied. Clear
primer in lieu of purple primer is acceptable where joints are accessible. Solvent
cement not purple in color and conforming to ASTM D2564 CSA CAN/CSA-
B137.3, CSA CANICSA-B181.2 or CSA CAN/CSA-BV 182.1 shall be applied
to all joint surfaces. The joint shall be made while the cement is wet and shall be
in accordance with ASTM D 2855. Solvent-cement joints shall be permitted
above or below ground.
�xception: A primer shall not be required where all of the following conditions
apply:
The solvent cement used is third-party certified as conforming to AS1'M
D2564; and
2. The solvent cement is used only for joining PVC drain, waste and vent
piping and fittings in non-pressure applications in sizes up to and
including four inches (102 mm) in diameter.
(jjj) Horizontal.to vertical {multiple connection fitti� Section P3005.1.1. is
hereby amended to read as follows:
P3005.1.1 Horizontal to vertical multi le connection fittin s. Double fittings
such as double sanitary tees and tee-wyes or approved multiple connection
fittings and back-to-back fixture arrangements that connect two or more
branches at the same level shall be permitted as long as directly opposing
connections are the same size and the discharge into directly opposing
connections is from similar fixture types or fixture groups. Double sanitary tee
patterns shall not receive the discharge of back-to-back water closets and
fixtures or appliances with pumping action discharge.
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(kkk) Cleanouts at Buildin drain and buildin sewer 'unction. Section P3005.2.3 is
hereby amended to read as follows:
P3005.2.3 (Cleanouts at) Buildin� drain and buildin s�wer junction. The
junction of the building drain and the building sewer shall be served by a two-
way cleanout that is located at the junction or within 10 feet (3048 mm) of
developed length of piping upstream of the junction. Where the depth of the
horizontal building drain at the two-cleanout location exceeds 4 feet (1219.2
mm), a two pipe two-way cleanout shall be provided. For the requirements of
this section, removal of a water closet shall not be required to provide cleanout
access.
(lll) Permit requirements. A new Section P3010.1.1 is hereby added as follows:
P3010.1.1 Permit Requirements. A licensed plumbing contractor shall obtain a
permit under this Section prior to the work being performed. The permit
application shall indicate if work in the city right-of-way will be necessary. If
issued, the permit will grant the licensed plumbing contractor temporary
permitted user status, as contemplated by Chapter 37 of the Lubbock Code of
Ordinances, for limited access to the city right-of-way. Excavation in the city
right-of-way subjects the permittee to all applicable requirements of Chapter 37,
save and except the requirements for a separate right-of-way permit. The limited
access is restricted to unpaved areas only and defined as an excavation that is
hand-dug only (no mechanical excavation) and no more than 3 feet (914.4 mm)
in width adjacent to the property line. The licensed plumbing contractor has the
option of hiring a"permitted user" to perform the work in the public ROW.
(mmm) Permit requirements. A new Section P3011.1.1 is hereby added as follows:
P3011.1.1 Permit Requirements. A licensed plumbing contractor shall obtain a
permit under this Section prior to the work being performed. The permit
application shall indicate if work in the city right-of-way will be necessary. If
issued, the permit will grant the licensed plumbing contractor temporary
permitted user status, as contemplated by Chapter 37 of the Lubbock Code of
Ordinances, for limited access to the city right-of-way. Excavation in the city
right-of-way subjects the permittee to all applicable requirements of Chapter 37,
save and except the requirements for a separate right-of-way permit. The limited
access is restricted to unpaved areas only and deiined as an excavation that is
hand-dug only (no mechanical excavation) and no more than 3 feet (914.4 mm)
in width adjacent to the property line. The licensed plumbing contractor has the
option of hiring a"permitted user" to perform the work in the public ROW.
(nnn) Electrical. Part VIII, Chapters 34-43 inclusive, is hereby deleted and replaced
with the following:
Chapters 34-43 — Electrical. One- and two-family dwellings shall comply with
the applicable electrical provisions of the 2020 National Electrical Code, as
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amended.
SECTION 2. THAT violation of any provision of this ordinance shall be deemed a misdemeanor
punishable as provided by Section 1.01.004 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Lubbock,
Texas.
SECTION 3. THAT should any paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or word of this Ordinance
be declared unconstitutional or invalid for any reason, the remainder of this Ordinance shall not
be affected thereby.
SECTION 4. THAT pursuant to Section 214.218 of the Texas Local Government Code, this
Ordinance shall not be implemented or enforced until after the 30th day after the date of final
adoption.
SECTION 5. THAT the City Secretary of the City of Lubbock, Texas, is hereby authorized and
directed to cause publication of the descriptive caption of this Ordinance as an alternative means
of publication provided by law.
AND IT IS SO ORDERED.
Passed by the City Council on iirst reading on � March 5, 2024
Passed by the City Council on second reading on March 26, 2024
TRAY PAYN�! MAYOR
AT EST:
Courtney Paz, City Secreta
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
Wallace, Director of Development Services
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Deputy
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