HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance - 2016-O0072 - Adoption Of 2012 International Building Code - 05/12/2016First Reading
April 28, 2016
Item No. 7.14
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Second Reading
May 12, 2016
Item No. 6.9
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE 28.09 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES
OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK, TEXAS WITH REGARD TO ADOPTION OF THE
2012 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING 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, it is the opinion of the City Council that the best interests of the citizens of
the City of Lubbock would be served by adoption of the 2012 International Building
Code with certain amendments to meet local conditions; NOW THEREFORE:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LL!BBOCK:
SECTION 1. THAT Article 28.09 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Lubbock is hereby amended to read as follows:
ARTICLE 28.09 BUILDING CODE
Division 1. Generally
Sec. 28.09.001 Adopted
(a) The 2012 edition of the International Building Code published by the
International Code Council, Inc., as hereinafter amended, including all appendices
and reference standards not specifically excluded below, is hereby adopted as the
building code of the city.
(b) Exceptions. The following provisions are specifically excluded from adoption:
(1) Chapter 11 — Accessibility.
(2) Appendix A — Employee Qualifications.
(3) Appendix B — Board of Appeals.
(4) Appendix D — Fire Districts.
(5) Appendix E — Supplemental Accessibility Requirements,
(6) Appendix F — Rodent proofing.
(7) Appendix G — Flood -Resistant Construction. Projects must instead
conform to the applicable provisions of article 30.03 of the Lubbock Code
of Ordinances.
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(8) Appendix J — Grading.
(9) Appendix K — Administrative Provisions.
(10) Appendix L — Earthquake Recording Instrumentation.
(11) Appendix M — Tsunami -Generated Flood Hazard.
(c) A copy of said building code is attached hereto and incorporated herein as though
set out herein in detail. References to the International Building Code in this
article shall mean the 2012 edition. One copy of the 2012 International Building
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 business hours of the offices
where they are maintained.
Sec. 28.09.002 Administration
Chapter 1 of the 2012 International Building Code, entitled "Administration," is hereby
deleted in its entirety, and the following sections 28.09.003 through 28.09.091 substituted
therefor.
Sec. 28.09.003 Intent and purpose
The purpose of this code is to establish the minimum requirements to safeguard the
public health, safety and general welfare through structural strength, means of egress
facilities, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy conservation, and
safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment
and to provide safety to firefighters and emergency responders during emergency
operations.
Sec. 28.09.004 Administrative provisions
Provisions governing the administration of the 2012 International Building Code shall be
as set forth herein.
Sec. 28.09.005 General administrative provisions
Provisions governing the administration of the 2012 International Building Code shall be
as set forth herein.
Sec. 28.09.006 Supplemental administrative provisions
The following administrative provisions are in addition to the general administrative
provisions of articles 28.01 through 28.08 of this chapter, and are specific to projects
within the scope of this article (the 2012 International Building Code).
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Secs. 28.09.007-28.09.040 Reserved
Division 2. Construction Documents; Specific Submittal Requirements
Sec. 28.09.041 Construction documents; specific submittal requirements
In addition to submittal requirements specified in article 28.05, division 1 of this code,
the documentation described in sections 28.09.042 through 28.09.046 of this code shall
be submitted, as applicable.
Sec. 28.09.042 Fire protection system shop drawings
Shop drawings for fire protection system(s) shall be submitted to indicate conformance
with this code and the construction documents and shall be approved prior to the start of
system installation. Shop drawings shall contain all information as required by the
referenced installation standards in chapter 9, and shall be reviewed by the fire marshal.
Sec. 28.09.043 Means of egress
The construction documents shall show in sufficient detail the location, construction, size
and character of all portions of the means of egress in compliance with the provisions of
this code. In other than occupancies in group R-3, the construction documents shall
designate the number of occupants to be accommodated on every floor, and in all rooms
and spaces.
Sec. 28.09.044 Exterior wall envelope
Construction documents for all buildings shall describe the exterior wall envelope in
sufficient detail to determine compliance with this code. The construction documents
shall provide details of the exterior wall envelope as required, including flashing,
intersections with dissimilar materials, corners, end details, control joints, intersections at
roof, eaves or parapets, means of drainage, water -resistive membrane and details around
openings. The construction documents shall include manufacturer's installation
instructions that provide supporting documentation that the proposed penetration and
opening details described in the construction documents maintain the weather resistance
of the exterior wall envelope. The supporting documentation shall fully describe the
exterior wall system which was tested, where applicable, as well as the test procedure
used.
Sec. 28.09.045 Site 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
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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 when the application for permit is for alteration or repair or
when otherwise warranted.
Sec. 28.09.046 Survey and survey 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 30.03.042 of this Code of
Ordinances (Development Permit Application). 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.
Secs. 28.09.047-28.09.080 Reserved
Division 3. Inspections
Sec. 28.09.081 Scope
The building official, upon notification from the permittee, shall make the inspections set
forth in sections 28.09.082 through 28.09.091 below.
Sec. 28.09.082 Footing and foundation inspection
Footing and foundation inspections shall be made after excavations for footings are
complete and any required reinforcing steel is in place. For concrete foundations, any
required forms shall be in place prior to inspection. Materials for the foundation shall be
on the job, except where concrete is ready mixed in accordance with ASTM C 94, the
concrete need not be on the job.
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Sec. 28.09.083 Concrete slab and under -floor inspection
Concrete slab and under -floor inspections shall be made after in -slab or under -floor
reinforcing steel and building service equipment, conduit, piping accessories and other
ancillary equipment items are in place, but before any concrete is placed or floor
sheathing installed, including the subfloor.
Sec. 28.09.084 Finished floor elevation
In flood hazard areas, upon placement of the lowest floor, including the basement, and
prior to further vertical construction, the elevation certification required in article 30.03
of the Code of Ordinances shall be submitted to the building official. Where necessary to
determine that the finished floor elevation is in compliance with other provisions of this
code, the building official is authorized to require that an elevation certificate be prepared
by a registered professional land surveyor or a licensed professional engineer prior to
authorizing further vertical construction.
Sec. 28.09.085 Framing
Framing inspections shall be made after the roof deck or sheathing, all framing, fire
blocking and bracing are in place and pipes, chimneys and vents to be concealed are
complete and the rough electrical, plumbing, heating wires, pipes and ducts are approved.
Sec. 28.09.086 Lath and gypsum board
Lath and gypsum board inspections shall be made after lathing and gypsum board,
interior and exterior, is in place, but before any plastering is applied or gypsum board
joints and fasteners are taped and finished.
Exception: Gypsum board that is not part of a fire -resistance -rated assembly or a shear
assembly.
Sec. 28.09.087 Fire-resistant penetrations
Protection of joints and penetrations in fire -resistance -rated assemblies shall not be
concealed from view until inspected and approved.
Sec. 28.09.088 Energy efficiency
Inspections shall be made to determine compliance with chapter 13 and shall include. but
not be limited to, inspections for: envelope insulation R and U values, fenestration U
value, duct system R value, and HVAC and water -heating equipment efficiency.
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Sec. 28.09.089 Other inspections
In addition to the inspections specified above, the building official is authorized to make
or require other inspections of any construction work to ascertain compliance with the
provisions of this code and other laws that are enforced by the department of building
safety.
Sec. 28.09.090 Special inspections
For special inspections, see section 1704.
Sec. 28.09.091 Final inspection
The final inspection shall be made after all work required by the building permit is
completed.
Secs. 28.09.092-28.09.130 Reserved
Division 4. Specific Amendments
Sec. 28.09.131 Adopted
Specific amendments to the International Building Code adopted in section 28.09.001 are
as follows:
(1) Accessible means of egress. Section 1007 is deleted in its entirety.
(2) Special _locking arrangements in Groff I-2. Section 1008.1.9.6 is hereby
amended to read as follows:
1008.1.9.6 Special locking arrangements in Group_ I- . Approved special
egress locks shall be permitted in a Group I-2 occupancy where the
clinical needs of persons receiving care require such locking. Special
egress locks shall be permitted in such occupancies where the building is
equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance
with section 903.3.1.1 or an approved automatic smoke or heat detection
system installed in accordance with section 907, provided that the doors
are installed and operate in accordance with items 1 through 7 below.
The doors unlock upon actuation of the automatic sprinkler system
or automatic fire detection system.
2. The doors unlock upon loss of power controlling the lock or lock
mechanism.
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3. The door locks shall have the capability of being unlocked by a
signal from the fire command center, a nursing station or other
approved location.
4. A building occupant shall not be required to pass through more than
one door equipped with a special egress lock before entering an
exit.
5. The procedures for the operation(s) of the unlocking system shall
be described and approved as part of the emergency planning and
preparedness required by chapter 4 of the International Fire Code.
6. All clinical staff shall have the training, keys, codes or other means
necessary to operate the locking devices.
T Emergency lighting shall be provided at the door.
Exception: Items 1 and 2 shall not apply to doors to areas where
persons, because of clinical needs, require restraint or containment.
(3) Delayed egress locks. Section 1008.1.9.7 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
1008.1.9.7 Delayed egress locks. Approved, listed, delayed egress locks
shall be permitted to be installed on doors serving any occupancy except
Group A, E and H occupancies in buildings that are equipped throughout
with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with section 903.3.1.1 or
an approved automatic smoke or heat detection system installed in
accordance with Section 907, provided that the doors unlock in
accordance with items 1 through 6 below. A building occupant shall not
be required to pass through more than one door equipped with a delayed
egress lock before entering an exit.
1. The doors unlock upon actuation of the automatic sprinkler system
or automatic fire detection system.
2. The doors unlock upon loss of power controlling the lock or lock
mechanism.
3. The door locks shall have the capability of being unlocked by a
signal from the fire command center, or other location approved by
the fire official.
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4. The initiation of an irreversible process which will release the lock
in not more than 15 seconds when a force of not more than 15
pounds (67 N) is applied for 1 second to the release device.
Initiation of the irreversible process shall activate an audible signal
in the vicinity of the door. Once the door lock has been released by
the application of force to the releasing device, relocking shall be
by manual means only.
Exception: Where approved, a delay of not more than 30 seconds
is permitted.
5. A sign shall be provided on the door located above and within 12
inches (305 mm) of the release device reading: PUSH UNTIL
ALARM SOUNDS. DOOR CAN BE OPENED IN 15 [30]
SECONDS.
6. Emergency lighting shall be provided at the door.
(4) Access -controlled egress doors. Section 1008.1.9.8 is hereby amended to
read as follows:
1008.1.9.8 Access -controlled egress doors. The entrance doors in a means
of egress in buildings with an occupancy in Group A, B, E, I-2, M, R-1 or
R-2 and entrance doors to tenant spaces in occupancies in Groups A, B, E,
I-2, M, R-1 and R-2 are permitted to be equipped with an approved
entrance and egress access control system, listed in accordance with UL
294, which shall be installed in accordance with all of the following
criteria:
A sensor shall be provided on the egress side arranged to detect an
occupant approaching the doors. The doors shall be arranged to
unlock by a signal from or loss of power to the sensor.
2. Loss of power to that part of the access control system which locks
the doors shall automatically unlock the doors.
3. The doors shall be arranged to unlock from a manual unlocking
device located 40 inches to 48 inches (1016 mm to 1219 mm)
vertically above the floor, in sight and within 5 feet (1524 mm) of
the secured doors. Ready access shall be provided to the manual
unlocking device and the device shall be clearly identified by a
sign that reads "If door will not operate, PUSH TO EXIT." When
operated, the manual unlocking device shall result in direct
mechanical interruption of power to the lock—independent of the
access control system electronics—and the doors shall remain
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unlocked for a minimum of 30 seconds. The manual unlocking
device shall be provided with a hinged, clear plastic cover.
4. Activation of the building fire alarm system, if provided, shall
automatically unlock the doors, and the doors shall remain
unlocked until the fire alarm system has been reset.
5. Activation of the building automatic sprinkler or fire detection
system, if provided, shall automatically unlock the doors. The
doors shall remain unlocked until the fire alarm system has been
reset.
6. Entrance doors in buildings with an occupancy in Group A, B, E or
M shall not be secured from the egress side during periods that the
building is open to the general public. A readily visible, durable
sign shall be posted on the egress side of such entrance doors
stating: THIS DOOR TO REMAIN UNLOCKED DURING
BUSINESS HOURS. The sign shall be in letters one (1) inch high
on a contrasting background. For purposes of this section,
"entrance doors" refer to building or tenant space perimeter doors
that are equipped with entrance hardware.
(5) (Ventilation) General. Section 1203.1 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
1203.1 General. Buildings shall be provided with natural ventilation in
accordance with Section 1203.4, or mechanical ventilation in accordance
with the International Mechanical Code.
(6) Secondary (emergency overflow) drains or scuppers. Section 1503.4.1 is
hereby amended to read as follows:
1503.4.1 Secondary (emergency overflow) drains, or scuppers. Where
roof drains are required, secondary (emergency overflow) roof drains or
scuppers shall be provided where the roof perimeter construction extends
above the roof in such a manner that water will be entrapped if the primary
drains allow buildup for any reason. The installation and sizing of
secondary emergency overflow drains, leaders and conductors shall
comply with Sections 1106 and 1108, as applicable, of the International
Plumbing Code. Refer to Figures L 1611.2(1), L1611.2(2), and
L1611.2(3) for roof drainage system constructions. The roof structure
shall be designed to support the load of ponding rainwater when the rain
load on the undeflected roof exceeds 20 psf (0.96 kN.!M2) as determined
by Section 1611.1.
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(7) Scuppers. Section 1503.4.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1503.4.2 Scuppers. When scuppers are used for secondary (emergency
overflow) roof drainage, the quantity, size, location and inlet elevation of
the scuppers shall be sized to prevent the depth of ponding water from
exceeding that for which the roof was designed as determined by Sections
1607.12, 1608, and 1611. The flow through the primary system shall not
be considered when locating and sizing scuppers. The quantity, size,
location and inlet elevation of the secondary overflow scuppers shall be
designed and constructed to meet all of the following, as applicable:
1. Where secondary overflow scuppers are used, they shall be sized
to have an opening area at least three times the area of the primary
roof drains, shall have a minimum opening dimension (height or
width) of 4 inches, and shall be installed in the adjacent parapet
walls with the inlet flow line located not more than 2 inches (51
mm) above the low point of the roof drainage area served. Refer to
Figure L 1611.2(4).
2. Where secondary overflow drains are used in lieu of scuppers, they
shall have the same size as the primary roof drains and shall be
installed with the inlet flow line located not more than 2 inches (51
mm) above the low point of the roof drainage area served. Refer to
Figure L1611.2(5).
3. Secondary overflow drains shall discharge to an approved location
and shall not be connected to the primary roof drain lines.
(8) General (Live loads). Section 1607.1 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
1607.1 General. Live loads are those loads defined in Section 1602.1. A
summary of various live load factors, as well as other climatic and
geographic design criteria to be used in Lubbock, Texas, is included in
Table L 1607 below.
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TABLE L1607
SUMMARY OF CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA
Ground Snow Load:
Pr = 15 psf
Design Wind Speed:
Risk Category 1 Buildings:
V,,;, =105 mph, V„d = 81.5 mph
Risk Category 11 Buildings:
Vu t = 115 mph, V„d = 89 mph
Risk Category III and IV Buildings
V,,,, = 120 mph, V,,d = 93 mph
Seismic Design Category:
SDC = A
Mapped Spectral Response
Acceleration at Short Period:
S, = 0 078g
Mapped Spectral Response
Acceleration at 1 -Second Period:
St = 0.032g
Weathering:
Moderate
Frost Line Depth:
14 Inches
Termite.
Moderate to Heavy
Decay:
None to Slight
Summer Dry Bulb Temperature
96 Degrees F.
Summer Wet Bulb Temperature,
69 Degrees F.
Winter Dry Bulb Temperature
15 Degrees F.
Heating Degree Days:
3499 Days
Cooling Degree Days:
1738 Days
Climate Zone:
78; Zone 3 per ASHRAE 90.1
Flood Hazards-
Refer to Chapter 30, Article 30.03 of
the Code of Ordinances
100 Year Hourly Rainfall Rate:
i = 3.3 Inches per Hour
(9) General (Reduction in roof live loads). Section 1607.12.2 is hereby
amended to read as follows:
1607.12.2 General (Reduction in roof live loads). The minimum uniformly
distributed live loads of roofs and marquees, Lo, in Table 1607.1 are
permitted to be reduced in accordance with Section 1607.12.2.1 except
that no roof live load reduction is permitted for any structural roof member
on roofs having slopes less than or equal to four (4) inches per foot, or on
any arch or dome having a rise less than one-eighth of the span.
(10) Special design rain loads. A new Section 1611.4 is hereby added, which
shall read as follows:
1611.4 Special design rain loads. Where the roof perimeter construction
extends above the roof and scuppers are used for secondary emergency
overflow, the scuppers shall be designed in accordance with Table
L1611.2 in order to limit the rain load on the roof to 20 psf (0.96 kN/m2)
or less. The roof structure shall be designed for additional rain load in
accordance with Section 1611.1 if the wall and roof drainage areas
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contributing water to a scupper exceed the values shown in Table
L1611.2.
Table L1611.2
MAXIMUM CONTRIBUTING AREAS FOR PARAPET WALL SCUPPERS
For This Table: d, = 2", 1 = 3.3 in./hr., and Rain Load, R = 20 psf
Width of Scupper, b (inches)
Maximum Contributing Roof and
Wall Areas, A (square feet)
4"
849
5"
1061
6"
1273
7"
1485
8"
1697
10"
2122
12"
2546
16"
3395
24"
5092
A = Maximum Allowable Horizontally Projected Roof Areas Plus One -Half of
the Vertical Wall Areas Contributing to the roof drainage area so that the
maximum Rain Load on the roof, R, does not exceed 20 psf.
(3.846" of Water Weighs 20 psf, which is equal to the Roof Live Load)
da = Depth of Rainwater from the Primary Roof Drain up to the Bottom of the
Scupper Inlet (also referred to as Static Head), inches.
For this Table; db = 2".
dh = Maximum Depth of Additional Rainwater Above the Bottom of the Scupper
Inlet (also referred to as Hydraulic Head), inches.
For this Table; dh =1.846" maximum.
i = The Rate of Rainfall for Lubbock. Texas. is 3.3 inches per hour. as
shown in Appendix B of the 2012 IPC. The Rate of Rainfall is based on a
storm of 1 hour duration and a 100 year return period
Q= 2.9xbxd,,'5 A=Q/i
Q = Flow Rate Through the Scupper, gallons per minute
Note: The minimum Scupper Height shall be 4". Scupper heights greater than
4" do not change the values in the Table.
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ROOF GUTTER
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OVERFLOW
DISCHARGE
ABOVE GRADE
FINISH
GRADE
(TYP.) 7—
NOTE: OVERFLOW SCUPPERS SHALL
HAVE 3 TIMES THE AREA OF THE
ROOF DRAIN AND SHALL HAVE A
MINIMUM HEIGHT OF 4".
SECONDARY OVERFLOW
ROOF DRAIN, IPC SCUPPER,
TABLE L1106.2(1) SECONDARY ROOF
DRAIN, IBC TABLE
L1611.2 AND IPC
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DRAINAGE SYSTEM DRAINAGE SYSTEM
ROOF DRAINAGE ROOF DRAIN AND ROOF DRAIN AND
AND SLOPED ROOF OVERFLOW DRAIN OVERFLOW SCUPPER
IBC FIGURE L1611.2(1) IBC FIGURE L1611.2(2) IBC FIGURE L1611.2(3)
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DRAIN, IPC TABLE
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LOW POINT
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EXISTING
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DISCHARGE
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DRAINAGE SYSTEM DRAINAGE SYSTEM
ROOF DRAINAGE ROOF DRAIN AND ROOF DRAIN AND
AND SLOPED ROOF OVERFLOW DRAIN OVERFLOW SCUPPER
IBC FIGURE L1611.2(1) IBC FIGURE L1611.2(2) IBC FIGURE L1611.2(3)
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TYPICAL INTERIOR ROOF DRAINS
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(11) Site grading. Section 1804.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1804.3 Siterg ading. The ground immediately adjacent to the foundation
shall be sloped away from the building at a slope of not less than one unit
vertical in 20 units horizontal (5 -percent slope) for a minimum distance of
10 feet (3048 mm) measured perpendicular to the face of the wall. If
physical obstructions or lot lines prohibit 10 feet (3048 mm) of horizontal
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(11) Site grading. Section 1804.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1804.3 Siterg ading. The ground immediately adjacent to the foundation
shall be sloped away from the building at a slope of not less than one unit
vertical in 20 units horizontal (5 -percent slope) for a minimum distance of
10 feet (3048 mm) measured perpendicular to the face of the wall. If
physical obstructions or lot lines prohibit 10 feet (3048 mm) of horizontal
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distance, a 5 -percent slope shall be provided to an approved alternative
method of diverting water away from the foundation. Swales used for this
purpose shall be sloped a minimum of 2 percent where located within 10
feet (3048 mm) of the building foundation. Impervious surfaces within 10
feet (3048 mm) of the building foundation shall be sloped a minimum of 2
percent away from the building. The procedure used to establish the final
ground level adjacent to the foundation shall account for additional
settlement of the backfill.
Exceptions:
1) Where climatic or soil conditions warrant, the slope of the ground
away from the building foundation shall be permitted to be reduced to
not less than one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2 -percent slope).
2) Where approved by the Building Official, final site grading may be
designed by a design professional registered in the State of Texas.
(12) Foundation elevation. Section 1808.7.4 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
1808.7.4 Foundation elevation. Minimum building floor elevations shall
comply with Table 1808.7.4 based on relative lot slopes.
TABLE 1808.7.4
MINIMUM FLOOR ELEVATION FOR STRUCTURES
RELATIVE TO SLOPES OF THE LOT
Difference in
Minimum floor elevation
Minimum floor elevation
elevation from
above top of curb when
above top of curb when
top of curb to rear
slope is to rear (inches)
slope is to front (inches)
property line
(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
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I ) See Section 1804.3 for grading requirements;
2) 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 1808.7.4, whichever
results in the more stringent requirement. It shall be the responsibility of the
builder/contractor to provide the building official with a survey certificate indicating the
required finished floor elevation as determined by the surveyor. The required elevation
shall be indicated on the construction plans. Structures located in any flood hazard area
shall comply with Article 30.03 of the Lubbock Code of Ordinances, as well as all
F.E.M.A. regulations, which will supersede the above.
3) Alternate elevations are permitted subject to review and approval by the City Engineer
and the Building Official provided it can be demonstrated by a registered design
professional that all required drainage to an approved point of discharge away from the
structure is provided at all locations on the site.
(13) Prescriptive footings for light -frame construction. Section 1809.7 is
hereby amended to read as follows:
1809.7. Prescriptive footings for lifzht-frame construction. Where a
specific design is not provided, concrete footings supporting walls of
light -frame construction shall be permitted to be designed in accordance
with Tables 1809.7.1 and 1809.7.2 and figures 1809.7.1 through 1809.7.3
below.
(14) Table 1809.7 "Prescriptive Footings Supporting Walls of Light -Frame
Construction". Table 1809.7 is hereby replaced by Tables 1809.7.1 and
1809.7.2 as follows:.
TABLE 1809.7.1
FOOTINGS SUPPORTING WALLS OF LIGHT -FRAME CONSTRUCTION
a,b,c
(Monolithic Slab -on -Ground Foundation - Refer to Figure 1809.7. 1)
Number of
Floors
Supported
Width of Footing (Inches)
Thickness of Footing (Inches)
by the
Footing'
No Brick
4" Brick
No Brick
4" Brick
Veneer
Veneer
Veneer
Veneer
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1
16 12
2
3 Design Required
Notes to tables 1809.7.1 and 1809.7.2:
a. Depth of footings shall be in accordance with section 1809.4.
b. Footings are permitted to support a roof in addition to the stipulated number of floors.
Footings supporting roof only shall be as required for supporting one floor.
c. Assumes uniform loading by repetitive framing members; concentrated loads shall be
considered separately, and may require specific design.
TABLE 1809.7.2
FOOTINGS SUPPORTING WALLS OF LIGHT -FRAME CONSTRUCTION
a,b,c
(Combination Slab -on -Ground Foundation - Refer to Figure 1809.7.2)
Number of
Floors
Supported
Width of Footing (Inches)
Thickness of
by the
Footing (Inches)
Footinge
No Brick
4" Brick
No Brick
4" Brick
Veneer
Veneer
Veneer
Veneer
1
16
12
2
3
Design Required
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(15) Foundation details. New figures 1809.7.1, 1809.7.2 and 1809.7.3 are
hereby added as follows:
CONCRETE SLAB—
ON—GRADE WITH #3 AT
16" OCEW OR 6X6
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ro #3 TIES AT
3° CLR, 4'-0° 0. C.
FOR ONE— AND
TWO—STORY
CONSTRUCTION 1'-4° 8"
G (MIN.) (MIN.)
MONOLITHCUSLEAB809dN GROUND
(SEE FIG. 1809.7.3 FOR INTERIOR FOOTING
REQUIREMENTS)
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WITH GROUT
Z
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c� UNFORMED
CONTINUOUS
FOOTING
3" CLR
FOR ONE— AND
TWO—STORY
CONSTRUCTION
TWO—
(SEE FIG.
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16" OCEW OR 6X6—
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COMPACTED
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RETARDER
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POUR COFABINA'nOl9 FOOTING
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REQUIREMENTS)
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UNFORMED RETARDER, OVERLAP
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FOOTING MFR. RECOMENDATION
3" CLR.
FOR ONE—AND
TWO—STORY 1'-4"
CONSTRUCTION
CONTINUOUS FFBARING FWALLNTERIOR LOAD
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(16) Floor joists. Section 2308.8 is hereby amended to read as follows:
2308.8 Floor joists. Spans for floor joists shall be in accordance with
Table 2308.8(1) or 2308.8(2). 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.
(17) Table 2308.9.5 Header and Girder Spans for Exterior Bearing Walls.
Table 2308.9.5 is hereby amended by the addition of a new footnote " f" to
read as follows:
f. For the most current data, other grades and species, or other loading
conditions, refer to the latest AF & PA span tables and/or current data
available from the American Wood Council.
(18) Table 2308.9.6 Header and Girder Spans for Interior Bearing Walls. Table
2308.9.6 is hereby amended by the addition of a new footnote "e" to read
as follows:
e. For the most current data, other grades and species, or other loading
conditions, refer to the latest AF & PA span tables and/or current data
available from the American Wood Council.
(19) Rafter spans. Section 2308.10.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
2308.10.3 Rafter spans. Allowable spans for rafters shall be in accordance
with Table 2308.10.3(1), 2308.10.3(2), 2308.10.3(3), 2308.10.3(4),
2308.10.3(5), or 2308.10.3(6). 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.
(20) Flood hazard areas. Section 3403.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
3403.2 Flood hazard areas. For buildings and structures in flood hazard
areas established in Article 30.03.008 of the Lubbock Code of Ordinances,
any addition that constitutes substantial improvement of the existing
structure, as defined in Article 30.01.001, shall comply with the flood
design requirements in Article 30.03.071.
(21) Flood hazard areas. Section 3404.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
3404.2 Flood hazard areas. For buildings and structures in flood hazard
areas established in established in Article 30.03.008 of the Lubbock Code
of Ordinances, any alteration that constitutes substantial improvement of
the existing structure, as defined in Article 30.01.001, shall comply with
the flood design requirements in Article 30.03.071.
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(22) Flood hazard areas. Section 3405.5 is hereby amended to read as follows:
3405.5 Flood hazard areas. For buildings and structures in flood hazard
areas established in Article 30.03.008 of the Lubbock Code of Ordinances,
any repair that constitutes substantial improvement of the existing
structure, as defined in Article 30.01.001, shall comply with the flood
design requirements in Article 30.03.071.
(23) Moved structures. Section 3410 of the 2012 International Building Code.
entitled "Moved Structures" is hereby amended by deleting section
3410.1, and adding new sections 3410.1 through 3410.6, to read as
follows:
3410.1 Permit required to move building or structure.
Except as set forth herein, no person or persons shall hereafter move any
building into, or out of, the city limits, or from one location to another
within the city limits, where the same shall be moved in, through, or upon
the streets, alleys, avenues, or public grounds, unless said person shall first
secure a permit to do so from the building official. Violation of this
section is deemed a misdemeanor punishable by fine in accordance with
section 1.01.004 of the Code of Ordinances of the city.
Building/Structure movement permits shall not be required for the
following:
Portable building units, as the same are defined by section 623.121
of the Texas Transportation Code, that are moved solely upon
State highways within the corporate limits.
2. The movement of portable buildings not exceeding 14 feet in
loaded width or height, or 40' in loaded length, as the case may be.
The movement and installation of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) -Code manufactured homes by persons
licensed by the state to do so, and otherwise in conformance with
the procedures, rules, and requirements set forth in the
administrative rules of the Texas Department of Housing and
Community Affairs at 10 TAC chapter 80.
4. The movement and installation of industrialized housing and
buildings and their component parts by persons licensed by the
state to do so, and otherwise in conformance with the procedures,
rules, and requirements set forth in the administrative rules of the
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation at 16 TAC chapter
70.
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5. The movement of industrialized buildings or buildings that are
otherwise pre -built or manufactured within the city limits and
intended solely for export and installation outside the city limits.
3410.2 Moving contractors to be registered, bonded, and insured.
Persons engaged in moving buildings and structures pursuant to this
chapter (hereafter referred to as "moving contractors") shall be registered
with the city in accordance with section 28.04.001 of the Code of
Ordinances. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, such
contractors shall give bond to the city pursuant to section 28.04.003, in
addition to being insured pursuant to section 28.04.004. In lieu of the
respective coverage amounts specified therein, the minimum coverage
amounts for purposes of this section shall be as follows:
Compliance bond: $25,000.
2. Commercial general liability insurance: $300,000.
3. Commercial automobile insurance: $500,000 per vehicle.
Any bond or insurance provided pursuant to this section shall be effective
and fully paid and maintained in compliance with the certificates provided
the city through the date that the bonded or insured activity is finally
completed.
3410.3 Conformance; minimum standards. All buildings or structures
moved into or within the city shall conform to the applicable standards as
set forth in 3410.3.1 through 3410.3.4 below.
3410.3.1 Current building standards applicable. Buildings and
structures moved into or within the city shall comply, or be altered
to comply with the applicable provisions of the Code of
Ordinances for new buildings and structures, including, without
limitation, all building, structural, plumbing, fuel gas, mechanical,
and electrical systems.
3410.3.2 Certain manufactured homes ("mobile homes")
prohibited. Manufactured homes that were manufactured prior to
June 15, 1976, and therefore not in accordance with HUD
standards (defined as "mobile homes" by the Texas Manufactured
Housing Standards Act) shall not be installed or relocated within
the city limits. Violation of this section is deemed a misdemeanor
punishable by fine in accordance with section 1.01.004 of the Code
of Ordinances.
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Exception: Owner -occupied mobile homes, as defined herein,
lawfully in place within the corporate limits on the effective date
of this section, that are subsequently determined by inspection to
be in conformance with the minimum housing standards contained
within the property maintenance code as referenced in chapter 34
of the Code of Ordinances.
3410.3.3 Mobile home replacement authorized. A mobile home, as
defined in section 3410.3.2 above, previously lawfully placed and
installed on a lot or parcel within the city limits, may be replaced
by a HUD -code manufactured home (manufactured on or after
June 15, 1976 in accordance with HUD standards) in accordance
with applicable requirements of chapter 40 (zoning) of the Code of
Ordinances in order to facilitate upgraded, safer housing.
Manufactured homes not of new manufacture are subject to
inspection by the building official to determine compliance with
minimum acceptable standards for safety as outlined in this
chapter, and by the structural standards administrator to determine
compliance with minimum housing standards contained within the
property maintenance code.
3410.3.4 Minimum housing standards. Moved buildings that will
serve as dwelling units shall comply with the residential provisions
of the International Residential Code or the International Building
Code, as applicable. Where it is technically infeasible to comply
with a provision of said code(s), the building official may apply the
provisions of the International Existing Buildings Code and/or the
minimum housing standards contained within the property
maintenance code contained in chapter 34 of the Code of
Ordinances.
3410.4 Procedures. The procedures set forth within 3410.4.1 through
3410.4.6 shall be followed with regard to the movement of all buildings
and structures pursuant to this chapter.
3410.4.1 Permit application and review. The moving contractor
shall apply for a moving permit on forms provided by the building
official. Prior to issuance of such moving permit, the owner of the
building shall also apply to the zoning board of adjustment for a
special exception allowing the proposed move pursuant to section
40.02.055(b)(10) of the Code of Ordinances, unless specifically
exempted by that section.
3410.4.2 Investigative inspection and report. Prior to issuance of
the moving permit and where the building is not exempt from the
special exception requirements of section 40.02.055(b)(10), prior
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to the agenda deadline for the scheduled hearing of the zoning
board of adjustments to consider the special exception, the building
official shall inspect, or cause to be inspected, the building or
structure proposed to be moved, provided that the building owner
or mover shall first pay an investigative inspection fee of $60.00,
or as might otherwise be established by the city council.
Subsequent to the inspection, the building official shall issue an
inspection report which shall generally describe the structural and
appearance characteristics of the building, and which shall include
information regarding building area and dimensions, foundation
style and general condition, roofing and exterior wall cladding
materials, the presence and condition of any garage or
outbuildings, the general condition of floor systems, exterior and
interior walls, roof decking and covering materials, windows, and
bathroom/kitchen areas and associated fixtures. Said report shall be
provided, promptly upon completion, to the owner and the zoning
board of adjustments.
3410.4.3 Action of board; conditional approval. If the zoning board
of adjustment grants the special exception, the building official
may issue the permit subject to any and all requirements or
conditions placed by the board thereon, as well as the other
requirements of this chapter. All such requirements and conditions
shall be incorporated into the permit, and are considered legal
requirements for the purposes of compliance with this chapter.
3410.4.4 Building to be moved beyond the city limits. The
building official may issue a permit to move a building or structure
at least five thousand (5,000) feet outside of the city limits without
a special exception granted by the zoning board of adjustment.
3410.4._5 Procedure where special exception not required. Where a
special exception from the zoning board of adjustment is not
required, all other proi,isions of this chapter shall remain
applicable.
3410.4.6 Denial of permit. The building official shall deny a
moving permit under any of the following circumstances:
Where the zoning board of adjustments has denied a
required special exception.
2. Where the city or any public utility companies owning
overhead infrastructure, including but not limited to wires
and cables, have not first examined the proposed movement
route to determine that: (a) it owns no lines along the route;
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and/or (b) that the proposed movement of the building or
structure will not require the removal or cutting of any
overhead infrastructure. All routes approved by the city or a
public utility company must be evidenced by attested,
authorized signature.
3. Where the department of traffic engineering has not first
examined the proposed movement route to determine that
no traffic signal mast arm will require removal or
adjustment in order to accommodate the building or
structure. Approval of the proposed route must be
evidenced by attested, authorized signature.
4. Where the department of traffic engineering, fire
department or police department have not first approved the
proposed movement route for the dates and times specified
in the application, as attested by the signatures of the
authorities having jurisdiction;
5. Where the parties are not otherwise in full compliance with
the provisions of the Code of Ordinances, as determined
solely by the city, including the specific responsibilities of
the parties outlined in section 3408.5.
3410.5 Responsibilities of the parties. The specific responsibilities
of the parties involved in the movement of buildings or structures
shall be as stipulated in sections 3410.5.1 through 3410.5.3 below.
Where the destination lot is outside the corporate limits of the city,
sections 3410.5.1(4)(a) and 3410.5.3 shall not apply.
3410.5.1 Moving contractor.
The moving contractor shall perform the following:
1. Obtain and maintain all required insurance policies, bonds,
permits, and approvals as necessary to initiate and complete
the project in a lawful manner;
2. Obtain necessary permit applications from the building
official, identify the route, date(s), and time(s) of the
proposed move, including the locations and durations of
any temporary storage ("stack lot") locations, and secure
the approval of all city and franchise utility companies, the
City of Lubbock Traffic Engineering Department, the
Texas Department of Transportation, as applicable, and
emergency service providers, including, but not limited to,
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the Lubbock Police Department, Lubbock Fire Department,
and Lubbock emergency medical services providers, as
specified in section 3410.4.6.
3. Advise the building owner if a zoning board of adjustment
(ZBA) special exception is required pursuant to section
40.02.055(b)(10) of the Code of Ordinances.
4. If the special exception referenced in (3) above is granted
the owner, or is not otherwise required:
a) Confirm that the destination lot/building owner has
obtained necessary building permits for
construction of a permanent foundation system, has
completed said construction and received final
inspection approval for same pursuant to section
3410.9.3 item #3;
b) Arrange and pay for a police department escort
along the moving route in accordance with
applicable police department policy; and
C) Obtain necessary moving permits from the building
official.
5. Coordinate with the appropriate utility companies to
disconnect and make safe all sources of electricity, water,
fuel gas, and sanitary sewer. Sanitary sewer outlets shall be
capped or otherwise secured from rainwater infiltration.
Electricity shall be disconnected at the transformer or
through removal of the meter and sealing of the meter
socket against unauthorized entry. Fuel gas shall be shut off
at the meter.
6. Provide proper and adequate safeguards for the public,
employees, and adjoining property during demolition and
lot clearing activities, including compliance with section
3303 of the International Building Code and obtaining
street barricade permits where necessary for protection
of/from vehicular traffic.
7. In coordination with the appropriate department, agency, or
franchise utility company, repair all damage to public
improvements incurred during demolition and building
movement activities, including, but not limited to, street
surfaces, curb and gutter, sidewalks, driveway approaches,
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utility lines, sign posts, traffic signals, and drainage
structures along the moving route.
Failure to comply with item (5), (6) or (7) of this section is deemed
a misdemeanor punishable by fine in accordance with section
1.01.004 of the Code of Ordinances.
3410.5.2 Origin lot owner.
The owner of the lot from which the building is moved shall
perform the following immediately after the building is removed
from the lot:
1. Fill all open excavations with clean fill dirt (no rubble or
trash to be used).
2. Re-establish lot grades to convey storm water runoff to the
street, alley, or other approved conveyance without
ponding and without directing storm water runoff onto
other private property.
3. Clear the lot of all trash, rubbish, building debris, dead
shrubbery, tree limbs, etc.
4. Cap all sanitary sewer outlets or otherwise secure them
from rainwater infiltration.
5. In coordination with the appropriate department or
franchise utility, repair all damage to public improvements
incurred during the demolition and building movement
activities, including, but not limited to, street surfaces, curb
and gutter, sidewalks, driveway approaches, utility lines.
sign posts, and drainage structures within the lot frontage.
Failure to comply with items (1)—(5) of this section is deemed a
misdemeanor punishable by fine in accordance with section
1.01.004 of the Code of Ordinances of the city.
3410.5.3 Destination lot/building owner. The owner of the lot to
which the building is moved shall perform the following:
1. Prior to arranging for movement of the building, obtain an
investigative inspection of the building to determine the
degree of renovation necessary to bring the building's
structural, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and fuel gas
systems up to minimum standards for new construction, as
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determined by the applicable technical codes adopted under
chapter 28 of the Code of Ordinances. Where the lot of
origin is not within the city limits, the building owner shall
conform to building inspection department policy with
regard to arrangement of inspections and payment therefor.
2. Obtain special exception approval from the zoning board of
adjustments pursuant to section 40.02.055(b)(10), as
applicable.
Construct and obtain inspection approval of required
permanent foundation systems in preparation for final
placement and attachment of the building. All necessary
permits for the foundation system must be obtained prior to
construction.
4. Upon placement and attachment of the building, complete
all required renovations to bring the building up to current
standards as required by section 3410.3 within the time
frames stipulated in section 3410.6.
Complete all required work to comply with any conditions
of approval established by the zoning board of adjustments,
within stipulated time frames.
3410.6 Violations; public nuisance. Except as provided herein, any
of the conditions identified in sections 3410.6.1 through 3410.6.3
are deemed unlawful hazards to public health and safety and
therefore constitute misdemeanors punishable by fine in
accordance with section 1.01.004 of the Code of Ordinances. Said
conditions are also declared public nuisances, and shall be referred
by the building official to the structural standards administrator for
disposition pursuant to section 1102 of the property maintenance
code as set forth in chapter 34 of the Code of Ordinances.
3410.6.1. Building detached from foundation. Any building
that has been detached for more than thirty (30) days from
its foundations in preparation for a move, or that has been
moved from its original location and has not been affixed to
its permanent foundation in accordance with the building
code within thirty (30) days of the issue date of the moving
permit, or any longer period approved by the zoning board
of adjustments as part of the special exception process set
forth in section 40.02.055(b)(10) of the Code of
Ordinances.
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3410.6.2 Building not in conformance with Code of
Ordinances. Any moved building not brought into
compliance with all relevant sections of all city codes
within 180 days from the date the foundation permit is first
issued for the destination lot, or any longer period approved
by the zoning board of adjustments as part of the special
exception process set forth in section 40.02.055(b)(10) of
the Code of Ordinances.
3410.6.3 Building not in conformance with stipulated
conditions.
Any moved building not brought into compliance with all
requirements and conditions placed thereon by the zoning
board of adjustments within such time frames as the board
shall have stipulated as part of the special exception
approval process outlined in section 40.02.055(b)(10) of
the Code of Ordinances.
A building that has been secured against entry and moved
to an appropriately -zoned temporary location ("stack lot")
that is fenced or otherwise secured from public access so as
not to create an attractive nuisance or to present a hazard to
the public from overturning pending eventual movement to
the destination lot shall not be considered a violation under
section 3410.6.1, so long as the temporary location is
identified at the time of moving permit application, and
further is for a pre -determined, temporary duration not to
exceed 180 days.
(24) Accessibility For Existing Buildings. Section 3411 is hereby deleted in its'
entirety.
(25) Applicability. Section 3412.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
3412.2 Applicability. Structures existing prior to April 28, 1938 in which
there is work involving additions, alterations or changes of occupancy
shall be made to comply with the requirements of this section or the
provisions of Sections 3403 through 3409. The provisions in Sections
3412.2.1 through 3412.2.5 shall apply to existing occupancies that will
continue to be, or are proposed to be, in Groups A, B, E, F, M, R, S and U.
These provisions shall not apply to buildings with occupancies in Group H
or I.
(26) Flood hazard areas. Section 3412.2.4.1 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
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3412.2.4.1. Flood hazard areas. For existing buildings located in flood
hazard areas established in Article 30.03.008 of the Lubbock Code of
Ordinances, if the alterations and repairs constitute substantial
improvement of the existing building, as defined in Article 30.01.001, the
existing building shall comply with the flood design requirements in
Article 30.03.071.
(27) Accessibility. Section 3412.2.5 is hereby deleted in its' entirety.
(28) Referenced Standards- ICC. Chapter 35 is hereby amended by amending
the "ICC-IECC" entry to reflect the 2009 edition as follows:
IECC-09 International Energy Conservation Code... 10 1.4.6, 201.3.
1203.1, 1203.3.2, 1301.1.1, 1405.3, 3401.3
(29) Zoning regulations. A new section H101.1 is hereby added to read as
follows:
1-1101.1. Zoning regulations. Chapter 40 (zoning) of the Code of
Ordinances regulates the permissibility, placement, and physical
characteristics of signs upon premises within the city based on particular
zoning district requirements. Any reference to a particular sign type, size,
height, or other physical characteristic within this Appendix should not
therefor be construed as allowing such if otherwise prohibited or regulated
by chapter 40 of the Code of Ordinances.
(30) Signs exempt from permits. Section H101.2 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
H101.2 Signs exempt from permits. The following signs are exempt from
the requirements to obtain a permit before erection:
1. Temporary signs announcing the sale or rent of property.
2. Signs erected by transportation authorities.
3. The changing of moveable parts of an approved sign that is
designed for such changes, or the repainting or repositioning of
display matter shall not be deemed an alteration.
4. Other signs as set forth in article 40.04, division 1 of the Code of
Ordinances, or as deemed appropriate by the building and zoning
officials.
(31) Permits, drawings and specifications. Section H105.2 is hereby amended
to read as follows:
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H 105.2 Permits, drawings and specifications. Where a permit is required,
construction documents shall be required. These documents shall show
the dimensions, materials and required details of construction, including
loads, stresses and anchors. The documents shall bear the seal of a
professional engineer licensed in the State of Texas.
Exceptions:
Documents for the following sign types shall not be required to bear the
seal of a professional engineer:
1. Monument signs not exceeding seven (7) feet in height.
2. Wall signs attached flat to the building wall.
(32) General (roof signs). Section HI10.1 is hereby amended to read as
follows:
Roof signs shall be constructed entirely of metal or other approved
noncombustible material except as provided for in sections H106.1.1 and
H107.1. Provisions shall be made for electric grounding of metallic parts.
Where combustible materials are permitted in letters or other ornamental
features, wiring and tubing shall be kept free and insulated therefrom.
Roof signs shall be so constructed as to leave a clear space of not less than
6 feet (1829 mm) between the roof level and the lowest part of the sign
and shall have at least 5 feet (1524 mm) clearance between the vertical
supports thereof. Where such clearances cannot be provided, structural
analysis of the roof supporting elements shall be undertaken by a
structural engineer, including the added dead and wind loading of the sign,
and any necessary strengthening provided. No portion of any roof sign
structure shall project beyond an exterior wall.
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 is hereby authorized to cause publication
of the descriptive caption of this Ordinance as an alternative method provided by law.
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AND IT IS SO ORDERED.
2016
Passed by the City Council on first reading this 28th day of April-
2016
Passed by the City Council on second reading this 12th day of May
ATTEST:
Rebeca Garza, City Secre y
t \,:—j
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
J
Steve O'Neal, Chief Building Official
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Amy L. ,ims; D ty orney
GLEN C. ROBERTSON, MAYOR
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