Title 15
BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION

Chapters:

15.04A International Codes

15.04B Construction Administrative Code

15.05 Registered Plan/Basic Permit Program – Model Home Permits

15.06 Additional Fire Protection Requirements

15.07 Additional Building Code Requirements

15.08 Repealed

15.10 Recycling Storage Areas

15.12 Flood Hazard Regulations

15.16 Repealed

15.18 Surface Water and Storm Water Management Regulations

15.20 Clearing and Grading

15.24 Energy Code

15.26 Repealed

Chapter 15.04A
INTERNATIONAL CODES

Sections:

15.04A.005 Appendices not adopted.

15.04A.010 International Building Code adopted.

15.04A.020 International Residential Code adopted.

15.04A.030 International Mechanical Code adopted.

15.04A.040 National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54) adopted.

15.04A.050 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58) adopted.

15.04A.060 International Fuel Gas Code adopted.

15.04A.070 International Fire Code adopted.

15.04A.080 Uniform Plumbing Code adopted.

15.04A.090 Washington State Energy Code adopted.

15.04A.100 Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code adopted.

15.04A.110 International Property Maintenance Code adopted.

15.04A.120 Documents to be filed and available for public inspection.

15.04A.130 Violation – Penalty.

15.04A.140 Fees.

15.04A.005 Appendices not adopted.

Appendices to the codes adopted by reference in this chapter are not adopted except as specifically adopted in the section adopting each code. (Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.010 International Building Code adopted.

A. The 2006 Edition of the International Building Code (“IBC”) as published by the International Code Council and as adopted by RCW 19.27.031 and as it may hereafter be amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-50 WAC, excluding Chapter 1, “Administration,” is hereby adopted by reference, together with the following appendices:

1. Appendix Chapter E, “Supplementary Accessibility Requirements.”

2. Appendix Chapter H, “Signs.”

3. Appendix Chapter J, “Grading,” provided, this appendix shall govern only grading in conjunction with a building permit and all other grading shall be governed by Chapter 15.20 SMC.

4. Appendix Chapter M (2006 International Existing Building Code).

B. Section 403.3.1:2 is hereby amended to add exception as follows:

Exception: The required fire-resistance rating of the structural frame shall not be less than 2 hours.

C. Section 1704.12 is hereby amended to read as follows:

Exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS). Special inspections shall be required for all EIFS applications.

Exceptions:

1. Exterior insulation finish systems (EIFS) shall be certified by the manufacturer as having been installed per the manufacturer’s installation recommendations. The building official is authorized to approve alternate agencies in lieu of the manufacturer to certify installation of EIFS.

2. Special inspections shall not be required for EIFS applications installed over masonry or concrete walls.

D. Section 3002.4 is hereby amended to read as follows:

Where elevators are provided in buildings four or more stories above grade plane; or four or more stories below grade plane; or in any Group R or I occupancy building provided with an elevator regardless of the number of stories, at least one elevator shall be provided for fire department emergency access to all floors. The elevator car shall be of such a size and arrangement to accommodate a 24-inch by 84-inch (610 mm by 1,930 mm) ambulance stretcher in the horizontal, open position and shall be identified by the international symbol for emergency medical services (star of life). The symbol shall not be less than 3 inches (76 mm) high and shall be placed inside on both sides of the hoistway door frame.

E. Section 3408.1 of the IBC is hereby amended to read as follows:

Conformance. Structures moved into or within the jurisdiction shall comply with the provisions of this code for new structures. Prior to issuance of a permit to move a structure into the jurisdiction, the applicant shall provide a performance bond to the City in a form approved by the City Attorney in an amount to be determined by the Building Official. Structures moved into the jurisdiction shall be completed within 90 days.

(Ord. 1013 § 1, 2007; Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.020 International Residential Code adopted.

A. The 2006 Edition of the International Residential Code (“IRC”), as published by the International Code Council and as adopted by RCW 19.27.031 and as it may hereafter be amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-51 WAC, together with Appendix Chapter G, “Swimming Pools, Spas and Hot Tubs,” and excluding Chapter 1, “Administration,” Chapter 11, “Energy Efficiency,” and Chapters 25 through 42, is hereby adopted by reference.

B. Table R301.2(1) shall include the following design criteria:

GROUND SNOW LOADk	WIND SPEEDd (mph)	SEISMIC DESIGN CATE-GORYf	SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM			WINTER DESIGN TEMPe	ICE BARRIER UNDER-LAYMENT REQUIREDh	FLOOD HAZARDSg	AIR FREEZING INDEXi	MEAN ANNUAL TEMPj
			Weatheringa	Frost Line Depthb	Termitec
35 psf	85	D-2	Moderate	18"	Slight to moderate	22º F	N/A	FIRM 2005	170º F	50.2º F

(Ord. 1013 § 2, 2007; Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.030 International Mechanical Code adopted.

The 2006 Edition of the International Mechanical Code (“IMC”), as published by the International Code Council and as adopted by RCW 19.27.031 and as it may hereafter be amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC, excluding Chapter 1, “Administration,” is hereby adopted by reference. (Ord. 1013 § 3, 2007; Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.040 National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54) adopted.

The 2006 Edition of the National Fuel Gas Code (“NFGC”), as published by NFPA and as adopted by RCW 19.27.031 and as it may hereafter be amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC, is hereby adopted by reference. (Ord. 1013 § 4, 2007; Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.050 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58) adopted.

The 2004 Edition of the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (“LPGC”), as published by NFPA and as adopted by RCW 19.27.031 and as it may hereafter be amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC, is hereby adopted by reference. (Ord. 1013 § 5, 2007; Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.060 International Fuel Gas Code adopted.

The 2006 Edition of the International Fuel Gas Code (“IFGC”), as published by the International Code Council and as adopted by RCW 19.27.031 and as it may hereafter be amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC, excluding Chapter 1, “Administration,” is hereby adopted by reference. (Ord. 1013 § 6, 2007; Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.070 International Fire Code adopted.

A. The 2006 Edition of the International Fire Code (“IFC”), as published by the International Code Council and as adopted by RCW 19.27.031 and as it may hereafter be amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-54 WAC, excluding Chapter 1, “Administration,” is hereby adopted by reference, as amended in this section.

B. The manufacture, storage, handling, sale and use of fireworks shall be governed by Chapter 70.77 RCW and by Chapter 212-17 WAC and local ordinances consistent with Chapter 212-17 WAC.

C. All references to the ICC Electric Code are instead to reference the National Electric Code.

D. The following optional sections and appendices are adopted:

1. Section 503, “Fire Apparatus Access Roads”;

2. Appendix B, “Fire-Flow Requirements for Buildings”;

3. Appendix C, “Fire Hydrant Locations and Distribution”;

4. Appendix E, “Hazard Categories.”

E. Section 308.3.7 is hereby amended to read as follows:

308.3.7 Group A occupancies. Exception 4. Where approved by the fire code official.

F. Section 314.4 is hereby amended to read as follows:

314.4 Vehicles. Liquid- or gas-fueled vehicles, fueled equipment, boats or other motorcraft shall not be located indoors except as follows:

1. Batteries are disconnected.

2. Fuel in fuel tanks does not exceed one-quarter tank or 5 gallons (19 L) (whichever is least).

3. Fuel tanks and fill openings are closed and sealed to prevent tampering.

4. Vehicles, boats or other motorcraft equipment are not fueled or defueled within the building.

G. Section 508.5.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:

508.5.1 Where required. Where a portion of the facility or building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction is more than 150 feet (45.7 m) from a hydrant on a fire apparatus road, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, on-site fire hydrants and mains shall be provided where required by the fire code official.

Exceptions:

1. For Group R-3 and Group U occupancies, the distance requirement shall be 600 feet (183 m).

2. For buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, the distance requirement shall be 600 feet (183 m).

H. The definition of “power tap” in Section 602 is hereby added to read as follows:

Power Tap. A listed device for indoor use consisting of an attachment plug on one end of a flexible cord and two or more receptacles on the opposite end, and has overcurrent protection.

I. Section 903.2 is amended to read as follows:

903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in this section. All newly constructed buildings with a gross square footage of 5,000 square feet regardless of type or use as well as zero lot line townhouses with an aggregate area of 5,000 square feet or greater must be sprinklered. Additions to existing buildings which would result in a gross floor area greater than 5,000 square feet must be retrofitted with an automatic sprinkler system. Subject to the approval of the fire code official, a phasing plan of up to five years is permitted.

Exception: Additions to group R division 3 occupancies of up to 500 square feet are permitted without compliance with this section. This is a one-time exemption and this exemption must be recorded with King County Records and Elections.

J. Section 903.3 is amended to read as follows:

903.3 Floor Area Gross: For the purpose of this section, gross floor area shall be defined as the floor area whether above or below grade within the inside perimeter of the exterior walls of the building under consideration, exclusive of vent shafts and courts, without deduction for corridors, stairways, closets, the thickness of the interior walls, columns or other features. The floor area of a building, or portion thereof, not provided with surrounding exterior walls shall be the usable area under the horizontal projection of the roof or floor above. The gross floor area shall not include shafts with no openings or interior courts. For the purposes of this section, fire barriers of any type do not constitute separate buildings.

Exception: Spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for telecommunications equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment, batteries and standby engines, provided those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an automatic fire alarm system and are separated from the remainder of the building by a wall with a fire-resistance rating of not less than 1 hour and a floor/ceiling assembly with a fire-resistance rating of not less than 2 hours.

K. Section 903.4.2 is amended to read as follows:

903.4.2 Alarms. Approved audible and visible alarm notification appliances, to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act, shall be provided for every automatic sprinkler system in accordance with section 907 and throughout areas designated by the fire code official. Such sprinkler water-flow alarm devices shall be activated by water flow equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the system. Alarm devices shall be provided on the exterior of the building in an approved location. Where a fire alarm system is installed, actuation of the automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm system.

Exception: With approval of the fire code official, audible and visible alarm notification appliances may be omitted for approved residential sprinkler systems in one or two family dwelling units if not otherwise specifically required.

L. Section 903.4.3 is amended to read as follows:

903.4.3 Floor control valves. Approved supervised indicating control valves shall be provided at the point of connection to the riser on each floor in high-rise buildings.

Exception: When approved by the fire code official in NFPA 13D and NFPA 13R systems.

M. Section 906.15.1 is amended to read as follows:

906.15.1 Monitoring. When required by the fire code official, all fire detection systems shall be monitored and shall meet the following requirements:

a. Current NFPA Article 72, National Fire Alarm Code.

b. The current International Building and Fire Codes.

c. The system shall be supervised.

d. All signals from the fire alarm control panel shall be transmitted to an approved central station conforming to UL Standard 827, listed by Underwriters Laboratories and approved by the fire code official.

e. The building owner must provide the fire department proof of monitoring service.

f. The installer shall provide written certification to the fire department that the system has been installed in accordance with approved plans and specifications.

g. The system must have a signal maintenance agreement prior to Certificate of Occupancy.

N. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those that are listed in IFC Chapter 45 and such codes and standards shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between the provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall apply. (Ord. 1013 § 7, 2007; Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.080 Uniform Plumbing Code adopted.

A. The 2006 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code (“UPC”) and Uniform Plumbing Code Standards (“UPCS”), as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials as adopted by RCW 19.27.031 and as it may hereafter be amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapters 51-56 and 51-57 WAC, excluding Chapter 1, “Administration,” Chapter 12, “Fuel Piping,” Chapter 15, “Firestop Protection,” and those requirements of the Uniform Plumbing Code relating to venting and combustion air of fuel-fired appliances as found in Chapter 5 and those portions of the code addressing building sewers, is hereby adopted by reference, together with the following appendices and as amended in this section.

1. Appendix Chapter A, “Recommended Rules for Sizing the Water Supply System”;

2. Appendix Chapter B, “Explanatory Notes on Combination Waste and Vent Systems”;

3. Appendix Chapter I, “Installation Standards”;

4. Appendix Chapter H, “Grease Interceptors”; and

5. Appendix Chapter L, “Alternate Plumbing Systems,” excluding Sections L5 and L6.

B. Section 708.0 is amended to read as follows:

Section 708.0, Grade of Horizontal Drainage Piping. Horizontal drainage piping shall be run in practical alignment and a uniform slope of not less than one-fourth (1/4) inch per foot or two (2) percent toward the point of disposal provided that, where it is impractical due to the depth of the street sewer or to the structural features or to the arrangement of any building or structure to obtain a slope of one-fourth (1/4) of an inch per foot or two (2) percent, any such pipe or piping four (4) inches or larger in diameter may have a slope of not less than one-eighth (1/8) on an inch per foot or one (1) percent, when first approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction. Horizontal drainage piping connected to any dual flush gravity tank water closet shall have a slope of not less than one fourth inch per foot.

C. Section 1101.11.2.2.2 is amended to read as follows:

Section 1101.11.2.2.2, Combined System. The secondary roof drains shall connect to the vertical piping of the primary storm drainage conductor downstream of any horizontal offset below the roof. A relief drain shall be connected to the vertical drain piping using a wye type fitting piped to daylight on the exterior of the building. The piping shall be sized as required for a secondary drain with a 4-inch maximum. The primary storm drainage system shall connect to the building storm water that connects to an underground public storm sewer. The combined secondary and primary roof drain systems shall be sized in accordance with Section 1106.0 based on double the rainfall rate for the local area.

(Ord. 1013 § 8, 2007; Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.090 Washington State Energy Code adopted.

The Washington State Energy Code, as adopted and hereafter amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-11 WAC, is hereby adopted by reference. (Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.100 Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code adopted.

The Washington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code, as adopted and hereafter amended by the State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-13 WAC, is hereby adopted by reference. (Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.110 International Property Maintenance Code adopted.

The 2006 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code (“IPMC”), as published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted by reference. (Ord. 1013 § 9, 2007; Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.120 Documents to be filed and available for public inspection.

The codes, appendices, and standards set forth in this chapter shall be filed with the city clerk and a copy made available for use and examination by the public, pursuant to RCW 35A.12.140. (Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.130 Violation – Penalty.

Any person, firm, corporation or organization violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a civil infraction, punishable as provided in SMC 1.12.010. Every day or portion thereof during which any violation of this chapter occurs or continues shall constitute a separate offense. (Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

15.04A.140 Fees.

A. The fee for each International Building Code, International Residential Code, Washington State Energy Code or Washington State Indoor Air Quality Code building permit shall be as set forth in Table 1-A.

B. When submitted documents are required by Section 106.3 of the Construction Administrative Code, a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting the submittal documents for plan review. Said plan review fee shall be 65 percent of the building permit fee as shown in Table 1-A. The plan review fees specified in this section are separate fees from the permit fees and in addition to permit fees.

C. The fee schedule for administrative procedures and miscellaneous inspections shall be as follows. In addition to any other fees specified in this chapter, there shall be a fee schedule for certain administrative procedures not otherwise included as set forth in the following schedule of fees:

Demolition, permit and inspections	Per Table 1-A
Relocation (preinspection)	Per Table 1-A
Housing inspection	Actual city cost, minimum $20.00
Change of use	Per Table 1-A
Fire sprinklers, first 10 heads	$150.00
Fire sprinklers, additional heads	$0.75 each
Fire alarm systems, first 10 devices	$150.00
Fire alarm systems, additional devices	$5.00 each

D. The fee for each permit issued under provisions of the International Mechanical Code, International Fuel Gas Code, NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code), NFPA 58 (Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code), or the mechanical device provisions of the International Residential Code shall be as set forth in Table 2-A.

E. The fee for each activity requiring a permit issued under the provisions the International Fire Code Section 105.6 shall be set at $47.00 per hour with a minimum charge of $47.00, provided, the hourly and minimum charge may be adjusted by resolution of city council. There shall be no charge imposed for routine annual fire prevention inspections.

F. The fee for each permit issued under the provisions of the Uniform Plumbing Code shall be as set forth in Table 3-A.

Table 1-A Building Permit Fees

Total Valuation	Fee
$1.00 to $500.00	$26.00
$501.00 to $2,000	$26.00 for the first $500.00 plus $3.35 for each additional $100.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000
$2,001 to $25,000	$76.25 for the first $2,000 plus $15.40 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000
$25,001 to $50,000	$430.45 for the first $25,000 plus $11.10 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000
$50,001 to $100,000	$707.95 for the first $50,000 plus $7.70 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000
$100,001 to $500,000	$1,092.95 for the first $100,000 plus $6.15 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000
$500,001 to $1,000,000	$3,552.95 for the first $500,000 plus $5.25 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000
$1,000,001 and up	$6,177.95 for the first $1,000,000 plus $4.05 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof

Other Inspections and Fees:
1.	Inspections outside of normal business hours (minimum charge – two hours)	$49.35 per hour1
2.	Reinspection fees assessed under provisions of Section 15.04B.130 SMC	$49.35 per hour1
3.	Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated (minimum charge – one hour)	$49.35 per hour1
4.	Additional plan review required by changes, additions or revisions to plans or extensions to a permit (minimum charge – one hour)	$49.35 per hour1
5.	For use of outside consultants for plan reviews and inspections, or both	Actual costs2
1Or the total hourly cost to the jurisdiction, whichever is the greatest. This cost shall include supervision, overhead, equipment, hourly wages and fringe benefits of the employees involved.
2Actual costs include administrative and overhead costs.

Table 2-A Mechanical Permit Fees 

Permit Issuance and Heaters
1.	For the issuance of each mechanical permit	$26.00
2.	For issuing each supplemental permit for which the original permit has not expired, been canceled or finaled	$8.70
Unit Fee Schedule
(Note: The following do not include permit-issuing fee.)
1.	Furnaces
	For the installation or relocation of forced-air or gravity-type furnace or burner, including ducts and vents attached to such appliance up to and including 100,000 Btu/h (29.3 kW)	$17.75
	For the installation or relocation of forced-air or gravity-type furnace or burner, including ducts and vents attached to such appliance over 100,000 Btu/h (29.3 kW)	$21.85
	For the installation or relocation of each floor furnace, including vent	$17.75
	For the installation or relocation of each suspended heater, recessed wall heater or floor-mounted unit heater	$20.00
2.	Appliance Vents
	For the installation, relocation or replacement of each appliance vent installed and not included in an appliance permit	$8.70
3.	Repairs or Additions
	For the repair of, alteration of, or addition to each heating appliance, refrigeration unit, cooling unit, absorption unit, or each heating, cooling, absorption or evaporative cooling system, including installation of controls regulated by the Mechanical Code	$16.45
4.	Boilers, Compressors and Absorption Systems and Heat Pumps
	For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor to and including three horsepower (10.6 kW), or each absorption system to and including 100,000 Btu/h (29.3 kW), and heat pumps	$17.65
	For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over three horsepower (10.6 kW) to and including 15 horsepower (52.7 kW), or each absorption system over 100,000 Btu/h (29.3 kW) to and including 500,000 Btu/h (146.6 kW)	$32.60
	For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over 15 horsepower (52.7 kW) to and including 30 horsepower (105.5 kW), or each absorption system over 500,000 Btu/h (146.6 kW) to and including 1,000,000 Btu/h (293.1 kW)	$44.70
	For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over 30 horsepower (105.5 kW) to and including 50 horsepower (176 kW), or each absorption system over 1,000,000 Btu/h (293.1 kW) to and including 1,750,000 Btu/h (512.9 kW)	$66.55
	For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over 50 horsepower (176 kW), or each absorption system over 1,750,000 Btu/h (512.9 kW)	$105.00
5.	Air Handlers
	For each air-handling unit to and including 10,000 cubic feet per minute (cfm) (4,719 L/s), including ducts attached thereto	$12.80
	Note: This fee does not apply to an air-handling unit which is a portion of a factory-assembled appliance, cooling system, evaporative cooler, or absorption unit for which a permit is required elsewhere in the Mechanical Code
	For each air-handling unit over 10,000 cfm (4,719 L/s)	$21.75
6.	Evaporative Coolers
	For each evaporative cooler other than portable type	$12.80
7.	Ventilation and Exhaust
	For each ventilation fan connected to a single duct	$8.70
	For each ventilation system which is not a portion of any heating or air-conditioning system authorized by a permit	$12.80
	For the installation of each hood which is served by mechanical exhaust, including the ducts for such hood	$12.80
8.	Incinerators
	For the installation or relocation of each domestic-type incinerator	$21.85
	For the installation or relocation of each commercial- or industrial-type incinerator	$17.40
9.	Miscellaneous
	For each appliance or piece of equipment regulated by the Mechanical Code but not classed in other appliance categories, or for which no other fee is listed in the table	$12.80
Other Inspections and Fees:
1.	Inspections outside of normal business hours, per hour (minimum charge – two hours)	$49.35*
2.	Reinspection fees assessed under provisions of Section 109.4.13	$49.35*
3.	Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated, per hour (minimum charge – one-half hour)	$49.35*
4.	Additional plan review required by changes, additions or revisions to plans or to plans for which an initial review has been completed (minimum charge – one-half hour)	$49.35*
*Or the total cost to the jurisdiction, whichever is greatest. This cost shall include supervision, overhead, equipment, hourly wages and fringe benefits of the employees involved.

Table 3-A Plumbing Permit Fees 

Permit Issuance
1.	For issuing each permit	$26.00
2.	For issuing each supplemental permit	$12.00
Unit Fee Schedule (in addition to Items 1 and 2 above)
1.	For each additional plumbing fixture on one trap or a set of fixtures on one trap (including water, drainage piping and backflow protection therefor)	$8.40
2.	For each building sewer and each trailer park sewer	$8.40
3.	Rainwater systems – per drain (inside building)	$8.40
4.	For each water heater and/or vent	$8.40
5.	For each industrial waste pretreatment interceptor including its trap and vent, except kitchen-type grease interceptors functioning as fixture traps	$8.40
6.	For each installation, alteration or repair or water piping and/or water treatment, each	$8.40
7.	For each repair or alteration of a drainage or vent piping, each fixture	$8.40
8.	For each lawn sprinkler system on any one meter including backflow protection devices therefor	$8.40
9.	For atmospheric-type vacuum breakers not included in Item 12:
	one to five breakers	$6.00
	over five breakers, each	$1.25
10.	For each gas piping system:
	one to five outlets	$6.00
	each additional gas piping system outlet, per outlet	$1.25
11.	For each backflow protective device other than atmospheric-type vacuum breakers:
	two-inch (51 mm) diameter and smaller	$15.00
	over two-inch (51 mm) diameter	$40.00
12.	For initial installation and testing for a reclaimed water system	$30.00*
13.	For each annual cross-connection testing of a reclaimed water system (excluding initial test)	$30.00*
14.	For each medical gas piping system serving one to five inlet(s)/outlet(s) for a specific gas	$85.00
15.	For each additional medical gas inlet(s)/outlet(s)	$7.50
Other Inspections and Fees:
1.	Inspections outside of normal business hours	$49.35*
2.	Reinspection fee	$49.35*
3.	Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated	$49.35*
4.	Additional plan review required by changes, additions or revisions to approved plans (minimum charge – one-half hour)	$49.35*
*Per hour for each hour worked or the total hourly cost to the jurisdiction, whichever is greater. This cost shall include supervision, overhead, equipment, hourly wages and fringe benefits of all the employees involved.

Table 4-A Fire Protection Permit Fee Schedule 

Alarm/Detection Systems
1.	Fire alarm system (including first 10 devices)	$150.00
	Each additional device	$5.00
New Fire Alarm Monitoring System (in addition to fees in Item 1)
2.	Fire alarm control panel (FACP)	$125.00
3.	Transmitter	$125.00
	FACP and transmitter	$200.00
Replace Fire Alarm Monitoring System (in addition to fees in Item 1)
4.	Fire alarm control panel (FACP)	$100.00
5.	Transmitter	$100.00
	FACP and transmitter	$150.00
Fire Suppression Systems
6.	Automatic sprinkler system (including first 10 heads)	$150.00
	Each additional head	$1.00
	Review of plans	Hourly Rate*
7.	NFPA 13-R system (SFR) (including first 25 heads and plan review)	$250.00
	Each additional head	$1.00
Risers or Supplies
8.	Per riser	$25.00
9.	Per supply (post/wall indicator valve, double detector check valve, FD connection)	$25.00
Fire Suppression System other than Sprinklers
10.	Type I hood and duct	Table 1-A
*The total hourly cost to the jurisdiction. This cost shall include supervision, overhead, equipment, hourly wages and fringe benefits of the employees involved.

(Ord. 1013 § 10, 2007; Ord. 991 § 1, 2006; Ord. 986 § 1, 2005; Ord. 955 § 2, 2004).

Chapter 15.04B
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATIVE CODE

Sections:

15.04B.010 General.

15.04B.020 Definitions.

15.04B.030 Appendices.

15.04B.040 Intent.

15.04B.050 Referenced codes.

15.04B.060 Applicability.

15.04B.070 Enforcement agency.

15.04B.080 Duties and powers of code officials.

15.04B.090 Permits.

15.04B.100 Construction documents.

15.04B.110 Temporary structures.

15.04B.120 Fees.

15.04B.130 Inspections.

15.04B.140 Certificate of occupancy.

15.04B.150 Maintenance.

15.04B.160 Service utilities.

15.04B.170 Board of appeals.

15.04B.180 Violations.

15.04B.190 Stop work order.

15.04B.200 Unsafe structures and equipment.

15.04B.010 General.

A. This chapter shall be known as the construction administrative code of the city of Snoqualmie.

B. The provisions of this code shall apply to the administration of the technical codes as adopted by the state of Washington and as listed:

1. 2006 International Building Code – Chapter 51-50 WAC;

2. 2006 International Residential Code – Chapter 51-51 WAC;

3. 2006 International Mechanical Code – Chapter 51-52 WAC;

4. 2006 National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54) – Chapter 51-52 WAC;

5. 2004 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 58) – Chapter 51-52 WAC;

6. 2006 International Fuel Gas Code – Chapter 51-52 WAC;

7. 2006 International Fire Code – Chapter 51-54 WAC;

8. 2006 Uniform Plumbing Code – Chapters 51-56 and 51-57 WAC.

C. The provisions of this code shall not apply to work located primarily in a public way, public utility towers and poles and hydraulic flood control structures. (Ord. 1013 § 11, 2007; Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.020 Definitions.

For the purpose of this chapter, certain terms, phrases, words and their derivatives shall have the meanings set forth in this section. Where terms are not defined, they shall have their ordinary accepted meanings within the context with which they are used. Webster’s Third International Dictionary of the English Language, Unabridged, latest edition, shall be considered as providing ordinary accepted meanings. Words used in the singular include the plural and the plural the singular. Words used in the masculine gender include the feminine and the feminine the masculine.

A. “Action” means a specific response complying fully with a specific request by the jurisdiction.

B. “Addition” means an extension or increase in floor area or height of a building or structure.

C. “Alter” or “alteration” means a change or modification of a building, structure or building service equipment.

D. “Approved,” as to materials, types of construction, equipment and systems, means and refers to approval by the building official as the result of investigation and tests conducted by the building official, or by reason of accepted principles or tests by recognized authorities, technical or scientific organizations.

E. “Approved agency” means an established and recognized agency regularly engaged in conducting tests or furnishing inspection services, when the agency has been approved by the building official.

F. “Building” means a structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering a use or occupancy.

G. “Existing building” means a building erected prior to the adoption of this code, or one for which a legal building permit has been issued and approved.

H. “Building official” means the officer or other designated authority charged with the administration and enforcement of this code, or regularly authorized deputy thereof.

I. “Building service equipment” means and refers to the plumbing, mechanical and electrical equipment including piping, wiring, fixtures, and other accessories which provide sanitation, lighting, heating, ventilation, cooling, refrigeration, firefighting, and transportation facilities essential to the occupancy of the building or structure for its designated use.

J. “Complete response” means an adequate response to all requests from city staff in sufficient detail to allow the application to be processed.

K. “Dangerous building code” means the 2003 International Property Maintenance Code promulgated by the International Code Council as adopted by this jurisdiction.

L. “Energy code” means the Washington State Energy Code promulgated by the Washington State Building Code Council as adopted by this jurisdiction.

M. “Housing code” means the 2003 International Property Maintenance Code promulgated by the International Code Council as adopted by this jurisdiction.

N. “IBC” means the latest edition of the International Building Code promulgated by the International Code Council as adopted by this jurisdiction.

O. “IFC” means the latest edition of the International Fire Code promulgated by the International Code Council as adopted by this jurisdiction.

P. “IMC” means the latest edition of the International Mechanical Code promulgated by the International Code Council as adopted by this jurisdiction.

Q. “IRC” means the latest edition of the International Residential Code promulgated by the International Code Council as adopted by this jurisdiction.

R. “Listed” and “listing” are terms referring to equipment or materials included in a list by an approved testing laboratory, inspection agency or other organization concerned with product evaluation that maintains periodic inspection of current production of listed equipment or materials. The published list shall state that the material or equipment complies with approved nationally recognized codes, standards, or tests and has been tested or evaluated and found suitable for use in a specified manner.

S. “LPG” means liquefied petroleum gas.

T. “NEC” means the latest edition of the National Electrical Code promulgated by the National Fire Protection Association.

U. “NFPA” means the National Fire Protection Association.

V. “Occupancy” means the purpose for which a building, or part thereof, is used or intended to be used.

W. “Owner” means any person, agent, firm, or corporation having legal or equitable interest in the property.

X. “Permit” means an official document or certificate issued by the building official authorizing performance or specified activity.

Y. “Person” means a natural person, heirs, executors, administrators or assigns and includes a firm, partnership, or corporation, its or their successors or assigns, or the agent of any of the aforesaid.

Z. “Repair” means the reconstruction or renewal of any part of an existing building, structure, or building service equipment for the purpose of its maintenance.

AA. “SBCC” means the Washington State Building Code Council as appointed by the Governor of the state of Washington.

BB. “Shall,” as used in this chapter, is mandatory.

CC. “Structure” means that which is built or constructed, an edifice or building of any kind, or any piece of work artificially built up or composed of parts joined together in some definite manner.

DD. “Structural observation” means the visual observation of the structural system, for general conformance to the approved plans and specifications, at significant construction stages and at completion of the structural system. Structural observation does not include or waive the responsibility for the inspections required by the building code or residential code or other sections of this code.

EE. “Technical codes” are the codes, appendices and referenced code standards adopted by the jurisdiction.

FF. “UPC” means the latest edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code promulgated by the International Conference of Building Officials as adopted by this jurisdiction.

GG. “Valuation” or “value,” as applied to a building or building service equipment, means and shall be the estimated cost to replace the building and its building service equipment in kind, based on current replacement costs. It shall also include the contractor’s overhead and profit.

HH. “VIAQ” means the Washington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code promulgated by the Washington State Building Code Council, as adopted by the jurisdiction. (Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.030 Appendices.

Provisions in the appendices shall not apply unless specifically adopted. (Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.040 Intent.

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 fire fighters and emergency responders during emergency operations. (Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.050 Referenced codes.

A. The codes listed in this section and adopted by reference elsewhere in title are part of the requirements of this chapter to the prescribed extent of each such reference.

B. International Building Code. The provisions of the International Building Code shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal, and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures, except detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories above grade in height with separate means of egress and their accessory structures shall comply with the International Residential Code.

C. International Residential Code. The provisions of the International Residential Code for one- and two-family dwellings shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal, and demolition of detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories in height with separate means of egress and their accessory structures.

D. Mechanical. These provisions of the International Mechanical Code shall apply to the installation, alterations, repairs and replacement of mechanical systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and/or appurtenances, including ventilating, heating, cooling, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, incinerators and other energy-related systems, except as follows:

1. The International Fuel Gas Code – for all installations utilizing natural gas except those regulated by the IRC and those utilizing LPG.

2. International Residential Code – for all structures regulated by the IRC except LPG installations.

3. NFPA 54 and 58 for all LPG installations.

E. Liquid Propane Gas. The provisions of the National Fuel Gas Code and Liquid Petroleum Gas Code (NFPA 54 and 58) shall apply to the installation of all materials and equipment utilizing liquid propane gas.

F. Natural Gas. The provisions of the International Fuel Gas Code shall apply to the installation of all materials and equipment utilizing natural gas except those regulated by the International Residential Code.

G. Fire Prevention. The provisions of the International Fire Code shall apply to matters affecting or relating to structures, processes and premises from the hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or public welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises; and from the construction, extension, repair, alteration or removal of fire suppression and alarm systems or fire hazards in the structure or on the premises from occupancy or operation.

H. Plumbing. The provisions of the 2006 Uniform Plumbing Code shall apply to the installation, alteration, repair and replacement of plumbing systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances, and where connected to a water or sewage system and all aspects of a medical gas system.

I. Energy. The provisions of the Washington State Energy Code shall apply to all matters governing the design and construction of buildings for energy efficiency.

J. Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality. The provisions of the Washington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code shall apply to all matters governing the design and construction of buildings for ventilation and indoor air quality.

K. Electrical. The provisions of the 2005 National Electrical Code (NEC) shall apply to the installation of electrical systems, including alterations, repairs, replacement, equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances thereto. Within the city of Snoqualmie, enforcement of the NEC shall fall under the jurisdiction of the state of Washington.

L. International Property Maintenance Code. The provisions of the 2006 International Property Maintenance Code shall apply to the maintenance of buildings and private property. (Ord. 1013 § 12, 2007; Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.060 Applicability.

A. Where, in any specific case, different sections of this code specify different materials, methods of construction or other requirements, the most restrictive shall govern except that the hierarchy of the codes named in Chapter 19.27 RCW shall govern. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable.

B. The provisions of this code shall not be deemed to nullify any provisions of local, state or federal law.

C. References to chapter or section numbers, or to provisions not specifically identified by number, shall be construed to refer to such chapter, section or provision of this code.

D. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.

E. In the event that any part or provision of this code is held to be illegal or void, this shall not have the effect of making void or illegal any of the other parts or provisions.

F. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of this code shall be permitted to continue without change, except as is specifically covered in this code, the International Fire Code, or as is deemed necessary by the building official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public. (Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.070 Enforcement agency.

A. The building department is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the building official.

B. The building official shall be appointed by the chief appointing authority of the jurisdiction.

C. In accordance with the prescribed procedures of this jurisdiction and with the concurrence of the appointing authority, the building official shall have the authority to appoint a deputy building official, the related technical officers, inspectors, plan examiners and other employees. Such employees shall have powers as delegated by the building official. (Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.080 Duties and powers of code officials.

A. The building official is hereby authorized and directed to enforce the provisions of this code. The fire code official is authorized and directed to enforce the provisions of the International Fire Code. The building official shall have the authority to render interpretations of this code and to adopt policies and procedures in order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies and procedures shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code. Such policies and procedures shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code. The fire code official shall have the authority of the building official in matters relating to application of the International Fire Code.

B. The building official shall receive applications, review construction documents and issue permits for the erection, alteration, demolition and moving of buildings, structures and building service equipment, inspect the premises for which such permits have been issued and enforce compliance with the provisions of this code.

C. The building official shall issue all necessary notices or orders to ensure compliance with this code.

D. The building official shall make all of the required inspections, or the building official shall have the authority to accept reports of inspection by approved agencies or individuals. Reports of such inspections shall be in writing and be certified by a responsible officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individual. The building official is authorized to engage such expert opinion as deemed necessary to report upon unusual technical issues that arise at the applicant’s expense.

E. The building official shall carry proper identification when inspecting structures or premises in the performance of duties under this code.

F. Where it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce the provisions of this code, or where the building official has reasonable cause to believe that there exists in a structure or upon a premises a condition which is contrary to or in violation of this code which makes the structure or premises unsafe, dangerous or hazardous, the building official is authorized to enter the structure or premises at reasonable times to inspect or to perform the duties imposed by this code; provided, that if such structure or premises be occupied that credentials be presented to the occupant and entry requested. If such structure or premises is unoccupied, the building official shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other person having charge or control of the structure or premises and request entry. If entry is refused, the building official shall have recourse to the remedies provided by law to secure entry.

G. The building official shall keep official records of applications received, permits and certificates issued, fees collected, reports of inspections, and notices and orders issued. Such records shall be retained in the official records for the period required for retention of public records.

H. The building official, fire code official, member of the board of appeals or employee charged with the enforcement of this code, while acting for the jurisdiction in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties required by this code or other pertinent law or ordinance, shall not thereby be rendered liable personally and is hereby relieved from personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or property as a result of any act or by reason of an act or omission in the discharge of official duties. Any suit instituted against an officer or employee because of an act performed by that officer or employee in the lawful discharge of duties and under the provisions of this code shall be defended by legal representative of the jurisdiction until the final termination of the proceedings. The building official or any subordinate shall not be liable for cost in any action, suit or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the provisions of this code.

I. Materials, equipment and devices approved by the building official shall be constructed and installed in accordance with such approval.

J. The use of used materials and building service equipment is permitted when approved by the building official.

K. Wherever there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions of this code, the building official shall have the authority to grant modifications for individual cases, upon application of the owner or owner’s representative, provided the building official shall first find that special individual reason makes the strict letter of this code impractical and the modification is in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code and that such modification does not lessen health, accessibility, life and fire safety, or structural requirements. The details of action granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in the files of the department. The building official is authorized to charge an additional fee to evaluate any proposed modification under the provisions of this section.

L. The provisions of this code are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this code; provided, that any such alternative has been approved. An alternative material, design or method of construction shall be approved where the building official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code, and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety. The building official is authorized to charge an additional fee to evaluate any proposed alternate material, design and/or method of construction and equipment under the provisions of this section.

1. Supporting data, where necessary to assist in the approval of materials or assemblies not specifically provided for in this code, shall consist of valid research reports from approved sources.

2. Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance with the provisions of this code, or evidence that a material or method does not conform to the requirements of this code, or in order to substantiate claims for alternative materials or methods, the building official shall have the authority to require tests as evidence of compliance to be made at no expense to the jurisdiction. Test methods shall be as specified in this code or by other recognized test standards. In the absence of recognized and accepted test methods, the building official shall approve the testing procedures. Tests shall be performed by an approved agency. Reports of such tests shall be retained by the building official for the period required for retention of public records.

M. The fire code official, fire department or other responsible authority shall have the authority to investigate the cause, origin and circumstances of any fire, explosion or other hazardous condition. Information that could be related to trade secrets or processes shall not be made part of the public record except as directed by a court of law. Police and other enforcement agencies shall have authority to render necessary assistance in the investigation of fires when requested to do so.

N. The fire chief or officer of the fire department in charge at the scene of a fire or other emergency involving the protection of life or property or any part thereof shall have the authority to direct such operation as necessary to extinguish or control any fire, perform any rescue operation, investigate the existence of suspected or reported fires, gas leaks or other hazardous conditions or situations, or take any other action necessary in the reasonable performance of duty. In the exercise of such power, the fire chief is authorized to prohibit any person, vehicle, vessel or thing from approaching the scene and is authorized to remove, or cause to be removed or kept away from the scene, any vehicle, vessel or thing which could impede or interfere with the operations of the fire department and, in the judgment of the fire chief, any person not actually and usefully employed in the extinguishing of such fire or in the preservation of property in the vicinity thereof.

1. The fire chief or officer of the fire department in charge at the scene of an emergency is authorized to place ropes, guards, barricades or other obstructions across any street, alley, place or private property in the vicinity of such operation so as to prevent accidents or interference with the lawful efforts of the fire department to manage and control the situation and to handle fire apparatus.

2. No person shall obstruct the operations of the fire department in connection with extinguishment or control of any fire, or actions relative to other emergencies, or disobey any lawful command of the fire chief or officer of the fire department in charge of the emergency, or any part thereof, or any lawful order of a police officer assisting the fire department.

3. No person shall render a system or device inoperative during an emergency unless by direction of the fire chief or fire department official in charge of the incident. (Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.090 Permits.

A. Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit. The fire code official is authorized to issue operational permits for the operations set forth in IFC Sections 105.6.1 through 105.6.47 and is further authorized to issue construction permits for work as set forth in IFC Sections 105.7.1 through 105.7.12.

B. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:

C. The following shall be exempt from the requirement for a building permit:

1. One-story detached structures that are accessory to residential structures and are used as tool and storage sheds, tree-supported play structures, playhouse and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet (11.15 m2), and provided the structure is located in accordance with all adopted land use regulations.

2. Fences not over six feet (1,829 mm) high.

3. Oil derricks.

4. Retaining walls which are not over four feet (1,219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding Class I, II or III-A liquids.

5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons (18,925 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed two to one.

6. Sidewalks, driveways, decks, associated platforms and steps accessory to residential buildings constructed under the provisions of the International Residential Code which are not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above adjacent grade and not over any basement or story below.

7. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops and similar finish work.

8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.

9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy, as applicable in Section 101.2, which are less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep, do not exceed 5,000 gallons (18,925 L) and are installed entirely above ground.

10. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes and not including service systems.

11. Swings, slides and other similar playground equipment.

12. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project more than 54 inches (1,372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional support of Group R-3, as applicable in Section 101.2, and Group U occupancies.

13. Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over five feet nine inches (1,753 mm) in height.

14. Satellite earth station antennas six and one-half feet (two m) or less in diameter or diagonal in zones other than residential zones.

15. Satellite earth station antennas three and one-quarter feet (1 m) or less in diameter in residential zones.

16. Video programming service antennas three and one-quarter feet (1 m) or less in diameter or diagonal dimension, regardless of zone.

D. The following shall be exempt from the requirement of a mechanical permit:

1. Portable heating, cooking, or clothes-drying appliances.

2. Portable ventilation equipment.

3. Portable cooling unit.

4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code.

5. Replacement of any part which does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.

6. Portable evaporative cooler.

7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg) or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of one horsepower (746 W) or less.

8. Portable fuel cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are not interconnected.

E. The following shall be exempt from the requirement of a plumbing permit:

1. The stopping and/or repairing of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe; provided, however, that should any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe become defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, the same shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be procured and inspection made as provided in this code.

2. The clearing of stoppages.

3. The reinstallation or replacement of prefabricated fixtures that do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves or pipes.

F. Where equipment replacements and equipment repairs must be performed in an emergency situation, the permit application shall be submitted within the next working business day to the building official.

G. Application or notice to the building official is not required for ordinary repairs to structures. Such repairs shall not include the cutting away of any wall, partition or portion thereof, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or load-bearing support, or the removal or change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting the egress requirements; nor shall ordinary repairs include addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of any standpipe, water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil, waste, vent or similar piping, electric wiring or mechanical or other work affecting public health or general safety.

H. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefor in writing on a form furnished by the building department for that purpose. Such application shall:

1. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which application is made.

2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work.

3. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended.

4. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information as required in SMC 15.04B.100.

5. State the valuation of the proposed work.

6. Be signed by the applicant, or the applicant’s authorized agent. Give such other data and information as required by the building official.

I. The building official shall examine or cause to be examined applications for permits and amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing. If the application or the construction documents do not conform to the requirements of pertinent laws, the building official shall reject such application in writing, stating the reasons therefor. If the building official is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and laws and ordinances applicable thereto, the building official shall issue a permit therefor as soon as practicable.

J. Time limits for applications shall be as follows:

1. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned 180 days after the date of filing, unless such application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been issued; except that the building official is authorized to grant one extension of time not to exceed 180 days. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. Upon expiration of an application all plans and other data submitted for review may thereafter be returned to the applicant or destroyed in accordance with state law by the building official.

2. Applications may be canceled for inactivity if an applicant fails to respond to the department’s written request for revisions, corrections, actions or additional information within 90 days of the date of request. The building official may extend the response period beyond 90 days if within the original 90-day time period the applicant provides and subsequently adheres to an approved schedule with specific target dates for submitting the full revisions, corrections or other information needed by the department.

3. The building official may extend the life of an application if any of the following conditions exist:

a. Compliance with the State Environmental Policy Act is in progress.

b. Any other city review is in progress; provided, the applicant has submitted a complete response to city requests or the building official determines that unique or unusual circumstances exist that warrant additional time for such response, and the building official determines that the review is proceeding in a timely manner toward final city decision.

c. Litigation against the city or applicant is in progress, the outcome of which may affect the validity or the provisions of any permit issued pursuant to such application.

K. The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of this code or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction. Permits presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid. The issuance of a permit based on construction documents and other data shall not prevent the building official from requiring the correction of errors in the construction documents and other data. The building official is also authorized to prevent occupancy or use of a structure where in violation of this code or of any other ordinances of this jurisdiction.

L. Expiration of permits shall be as follows:

1. Every permit shall become null and void by limitation if the work on the site authorized by such permit has not commenced within 180 days after issuance, except that the building official is authorized to grant one extension of time not to exceed 180 days. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. The building official is authorized to charge a fee in accordance with Table 1-A for permit extensions.

2. Every permit shall become null and void if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced. The building official shall determine that work has been suspended or abandoned if more than 180 days have passed from the approval date of a required inspection and work has not legitimately progressed to the point of calling for the next listed required inspection noted under SMC 15.04B.130.

M. The building official is authorized to suspend or revoke a permit issued under the provisions of this code wherever the permit is issued in error or on the basis of incorrect, inaccurate or incomplete information, or in violation of any ordinance or regulation or any of the provisions of this code. Conditional permits may be revoked for failure to comply with applicable conditions.

N. The building permit or copy shall be kept on the site of the work until the completion of the project. (Ord. 1013 § 13, 2007; Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.100 Construction documents.

A. Construction documents, special inspection and structural observation programs, and other data shall be submitted in one or more sets with each application for a permit. The construction documents shall be prepared by a registered design professional where required by the state of Washington. Where special conditions exist, the building official is authorized to require additional construction documents to be prepared by a registered design professional, provided, the building official is authorized to waive the submission of construction documents and other data not required to be prepared by a registered design professional if it is found that the nature of the work applied for is such that review of construction documents is not necessary to obtain compliance with this code.

1. Construction documents shall be dimensioned and drawn upon suitable material. Electronic media documents are permitted to be submitted when approved by the building official. Construction documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that it will conform to the provisions of this code and relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, as determined by the building official.

2. Shop drawings for the 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, 2006 International Building Code. Shop drawings shall be prepared by a certified individual as required by the state of Washington.

3. 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 Groups R-2, R-3, as applicable in the 2006 International Building Code, and I-1, the construction documents shall designate the number of occupants to be accommodated on every floor, and in all rooms and spaces.

4. 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, provided, subject to the approval of the building official, R-3, one- and two-family dwellings, and U occupancies may be exempt from the detailing requirements of this section.

B. 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 when the application for permit is for alteration or repair or when otherwise warranted.

C. The building official shall examine or cause to be examined the accompanying construction documents and shall ascertain by such examinations whether the construction indicated and described is in accordance with the requirements of this code and other pertinent laws or ordinances.

1. Whenever review of a building permit application requires retention by the jurisdiction for professional consulting services, the applicant shall reimburse the jurisdiction the cost of such professional consulting services. This fee shall be in addition to the normal plan review and building permit fees. The jurisdiction may require the applicant to deposit an amount with the jurisdiction estimated in the discretion of the building official to be sufficient to cover anticipated costs to retaining professional consultant services and to ensure reimbursement for such costs.

2. When the building official issues a permit, the construction documents shall be approved, in writing or by stamp, as “Approved, Subject To Field Inspection.” One set of construction documents so reviewed shall be retained by the building official. The other set shall be returned to the applicant, shall be kept at the site of work and shall be open to inspection by the building official or a duly authorized representative.

3. The building official is authorized to issue a permit for the construction of foundations or any other part of a building or structure before the construction documents for the whole building or structure have been submitted; provided, that adequate information and detailed statements have been filed complying with pertinent requirements of this code. The holder of such permit for the foundation or other parts of a building or structure shall proceed at the holder’s own risk with the building operation and without assurance that a permit for the entire structure will be granted.

D. When it is required that documents be prepared by a qualified registered design professional, the building official shall be authorized to require the owner to engage and designate on the building permit application a registered design professional who shall act as the registered design professional in responsible charge. If the circumstances require, the owner shall designate a substitute registered design professional in responsible charge who shall perform the duties required of the original registered design professional in responsible charge. The building official shall be notified in writing by the owner if the registered design professional in responsible charge is changed or is unable to continue to perform the duties. The registered design professional in responsible charge shall be responsible for reviewing and coordinating submittal documents prepared by others, including phased and deferred submittal items, for compatibility with the design of the building. Where structural observation is required by Section 1709, 2006 International Building Code, the inspection program shall name the individual or firms who are to perform structural observation and describe the stages of construction at which structural observation is to occur (see also duties specified in Section 1704).

E. For the purposes of this section, deferred submittals are defined as those portions of the design that are not submitted at the time of the application and that are to be submitted to the building official within a specified period. Deferral of any submittal items shall have the prior approval of the building official. The registered design professional in responsible charge shall list the deferred submittals on the construction documents for review by the building official. Documents for deferred submittal items shall be submitted to the registered design professional in responsible charge who shall review them and forward them to the building official with a notation indicating that the deferred submittal documents have been reviewed and been found to be in general conformance to the design of the building. The deferred submittal items shall not be installed until the design and submittal documents have been approved by the building official. The building official is authorized to charge an additional plan review fee to evaluate deferred submittals under the provisions of this section.

F. Work shall be installed in accordance with the approved construction documents, and any changes made during construction that are not in compliance with the approved construction documents shall be resubmitted for approval as an amended set of construction documents.

G. One set of approved construction documents shall be retained by the building official for a period of not less than 180 days from date of completion of the permitted work, or as required by state or local laws. (Ord. 1013 § 14, 2007; Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.110 Temporary structures.

A. The building official is authorized to issue a permit for temporary structures. Such permits shall be limited as to time of service, but shall not be permitted for more than 180 days. The building official is authorized to grant extensions for demonstrated cause. No permit for a temporary structure shall be issued for a temporary use unless it complies with the requirements of SMC Title 17.

B. Temporary structures and uses shall conform to the structural strength, fire safety, means of egress, accessibility, light, ventilation and sanitary requirements of this code as necessary to ensure the public health, safety and general welfare.

C. The building official is authorized to terminate such permit for a temporary structure or use and to order the temporary structure or use to be discontinued. (Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.120 Fees.

A. A permit shall not be valid until the fees prescribed by law have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid.

B. On buildings, structures, gas, mechanical, and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with the schedule as established by the applicable governing authority.

C. When submittal documents are required by SMC 15.04B.100(E), a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting the submittal documents for plan review. The building official may have the option to charge deposit, in lieu of the full plan review fee, if the full amount is not known at the time. Any plan review deposit shall be applied toward the total plan review fee owed. The actual permit fees and related plan review fee shall be determined upon completion of the plan review and the balance owing shall be paid at the time of permit issuance. The plan review fee shall be a separate fee from the permit fees specified in this section and are in addition to the permit fees. When submittal documents are incomplete or changed so as to require additional plan review or when the project involves deferred submittal items as defined in SMC 15.04B.100, an additional plan review fee shall be charged at the rate shown in the fee code established by the jurisdiction.

D. When plans are submitted under the jurisdiction’s “Registered Plan Program,” a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of application for a registered plan. The building official may have the option to charge a partial deposit, in lieu of the full plan review fee. All portions of fees paid as a deposit amount shall be applied to the total plan review fees owed. The applicant shall be required to pay the balance of amount owed for the plan review. Valuations used to compute the permit fees shall include all options submitted with a registered plan. When a registered plan consists of a number of plan options that can produce any number of similar but different buildings, the building official may charge plan review fees based on each different building configuration. Plan review fees shall be paid for at the time of application for a building permit. The building official may have the option to charge a partial deposit, in lieu of the full plan review fee. All portions of fees paid as a deposit amount shall be applied to the total plan review fees owed. The applicant shall be required to pay the balance of amount owed for the plan review. The plan review fees specified in this section are separate fees from the permit fees specified in the fee code, and are in addition to the permit fees.

E. The applicant for a permit shall provide an estimated permit value at the time of application. The determination of value or valuation under any of the provisions of this code shall be made by the building official. The latest edition of the ICBO “Building Standards” publication shall be used to determine building valuations for the various building types and occupancies noted in that table. Regional modifiers shall not be applicable. When a specific building type or occupancy is not noted in the valuation table, the building official is authorized to use any of the classification types noted in the table that most closely resembles the proposed type of building, or determine a valuation type independently.

F. Any person who commences any work on a building, structure, gas, mechanical or plumbing system before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to a special investigation fee established by the building official that shall be in addition to the required permit fees.

G. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal or demolition for work done in connection to or concurrently with the work authorized by a building permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment of other fees that are prescribed by law.

H. Prior to the issuance of a demolition permit, the applicant or agent shall post a cash bond with the building department in the amount of $300.00, which sum shall be refundable upon inspection and final approval. However, if a permanent bond is on file with the city clerk, the applicant or agent shall post a cash bond in the amount of $200.00.

I. The building official may authorize refunding of not more than 80 percent of the permit fee paid when no work has been done under a permit issued in accordance with this code. The building official may authorize refunding of not more than 80 percent of the plan review fee paid when an application for a permit for which a plan review fee has been paid is withdrawn or canceled before any plan reviewing is done. The building official shall not authorize refunding of any fee paid except on written application filed by the original permittee not later than 180 days after the date of application. (Ord. 1013 § 15, 2007; Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.130 Inspections.

A. Construction or work for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by the building official and such construction or work shall remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes until approved. Approval as a result of an inspection shall not be construed to be an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction. Inspections presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid. It shall be the duty of the permit applicant to cause the work to remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes. Neither the building official nor the jurisdiction shall be liable for expense entailed in the removal or replacement of any material required to allow inspection. The fire code official is authorized to enter and examine any building, structure, marine vessel, vehicle or premises in accordance with SMC 15.04B.080(F) for the purpose of enforcing this code.

B. Before issuing a permit, the building official is authorized to examine or cause to be examined buildings, structures and sites for which an application has been filed.

C. Manufacturer’s installation instructions, as required by this code, shall be available on the job site at the time of inspection.

D. The building official, upon notification, shall make the following inspections:

1. 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.

2. 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, slab insulation, piping accessories and other ancillary equipment items are in place, but before any concrete is placed or floor sheathing installed, including the subfloor.

3. Lowest 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 IBC Section 1612.5 or IRC Section R323 shall be submitted to the building official.

4. Exterior Wall Sheathing Inspection. Exterior wall sheathing shall be inspected after all wall framing is complete, and strapping and nailing are properly installed, but prior to being covered.

5. Roof Sheathing Inspection. The roof sheathing shall be inspected after all roof framing is complete. No roof coverings shall be installed until inspections are made and approved.

6. IMC/IPC/GAS/NEC Rough-In Inspection. Rough-in mechanical, gas piping, plumbing and electrical shall be inspected when the rough-in work is complete and if required, under test. No connections to primary utilities shall be made until the rough-in work is inspected and approved.

7. Frame Inspection. 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.

8. Flashing and Exterior Weather Barrier Inspection. Flashing and exterior weather barrier inspections shall be made after all materials have been installed, but prior to any of the work being covered.

9. Lath Inspection and Gypsum Board Inspection. Lath and gypsum board inspections shall be made after lathing and gypsum board, interior and exterior, are in place, but before any plastering is applied or gypsum board joints and fasteners are taped and finished, provided, gypsum board that is not part of a fire-resistance-rated assembly or a shear assembly need not be inspected when approved by the building official.

10. Fire-Resistant Penetrations. Protection of joints and penetrations in fire-resistance-rated assemblies shall not be concealed from view until inspected and approved.

11. Energy Efficiency Inspection. Energy efficiency inspections shall include the following:

a. Envelope.

i. Wall Insulation Inspection. To be made after all wall insulation and air vapor retarder sheet or film materials are in place, but before any wall covering is placed.

ii. Glazing Inspection. To be made after glazing materials are installed in the building.

iii. Exterior Roofing Insulation. To be made after the installation of the roof insulation, but before concealment.

iv. Slab/Floor Insulation. To be made after the installation of the slab/floor insulation, but before concealment.

b. Mechanical.

i. Mechanical Equipment Efficiency and Economizer. To be made after all equipment and controls required by this code are installed and prior to the concealment of such equipment or controls.

ii. Mechanical Pipe and Duct Insulation. To be made after all pipe and duct insulation is in place, but before concealment.

c. Lighting and Motors.

i. Lighting Equipment and Controls. To be made after the installation of all lighting equipment and controls required by this code, but before concealment of the lighting equipment.

ii. Motor Inspections. To be made after installation of all equipment covered by this code, but before concealment.

12. The building official may require a structure or portions of work to be reinspected. A reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or reinspection when such portion of work for which inspection is called is not complete, when corrections called for are not made, when the approved plans and permit are not on-site, or when the building is not accessible.

13. 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.

14. In addition to the inspections specified above, the building official is authorized to make or require special inspections for any type of work related to the technical codes by an approved agency at no cost to the jurisdiction.

15. The final inspection shall be made after all work required by the building permit is completed.

E. The building official is authorized to accept reports of approved inspection agencies, provided such agencies satisfy the requirements as to qualifications and reliability.

F. It shall be the duty of the holder of the building permit or their duly authorized agent to notify the building official when work is ready for inspection. It shall be the duty of the permit holder to provide access to and means for inspections of such work that are required by this code.

G. 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 notify the permit holder or his or her agent 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. (Ord. 1013 § 16, 2007; Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.140 Certificate of occupancy.

A. No building or structure shall be used or occupied, and no change in the existing occupancy classification of a building or structure or portion thereof shall be made, until the building official has issued a certificate of occupancy therefor as provided herein. Issuance of a certificate of occupancy shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction.

B. After the building official inspects the building or structure and finds no violations of the provisions of this code or other laws that are enforced by the department of building safety, the building official shall issue a certificate of occupancy that contains the following:

1. The building permit number.

2. The address of the structure.

3. The name and address of the owner.

4. A description of that portion of the structure for which the certificate is issued.

5. A statement that the described portion of the structure has been inspected for compliance with the requirements of this code for the occupancy and division of occupancy and the use for which the proposed occupancy is classified.

6. The name of the building official.

7. The edition of the code under which the permit was issued.

8. The use and occupancy, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3 of the IBC.

9. The type of construction as defined in Chapter 6 of the IBC.

10. The design occupant load.

11. If an automatic sprinkler system is provided, whether the sprinkler system is required.

12. Any special stipulations and conditions of the building permit.

C. The building official is authorized to issue a temporary or phased certificate of occupancy before the completion of the entire work covered by the permit; provided, that such portion or portions shall be occupied safely. The building official is authorized to require, in addition to the completion of life safety building components, any or all accessibility components. The building official shall set a time period during which the temporary or phased certificate of occupancy is valid. The building official is authorized to require that a performance bond be posted with the city in an amount equal to 150 percent of the incomplete work as determined by the design professional. The bond shall be refundable upon inspection, final approval and a request in writing for the refund. It shall be the duty of the applicant to request the refund.

D. The building official is authorized to, in writing, suspend or revoke a certificate of occupancy or completion issued under the provisions of this code wherever the certificate is issued in error, or on the basis of incorrect information supplied, or where it is determined that the building or structure or portion thereof is in violation of any ordinance or regulation or any of the provisions of this code. (Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.150 Maintenance.

Whenever or wherever any device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or any other feature is required for compliance with the provisions of this code, or otherwise installed, such device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or other feature shall thereafter be continuously maintained in accordance with this code and applicable referenced standards. Such device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or any other feature shall be maintained in accordance with IFC Sections 107.1 through 107.6. (Ord. 955 § 3, 2004).

15.04B.160 Service utilities.

A. No person shall make connections from a utility, source of energy, fuel or power to any building or system that is regulated by this code for which a permit is required, until released by the building official.

B. The building official shall have the authority to authorize the temporary connection of the building or system to the utility source of energy, fuel or power.

C. The building official shall have the authority to authorize disconnection of utility service to the building, structure or system regulated by this code and the codes referenced in case of emergency where necessary to eliminate an immediate hazard to life or property, or when such utility connection has been made without the required approval. The building official shall notify the serving utility, and, wherever possible, the