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ORDINANCE NO. 3025
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS AMENDING
APPENDIX C, TECHNICAL CODES SCHEDULE, OF THE WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE
CODE OF ORDINANCES BY ADOPTING THE 2021 EDITION OF THE
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE; ADOPTING THE 2021 EDITION OF THE
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE; ADOPTING THE 2021 EDITION OF THE
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE; ADOPTING THE 2021 EDITION
OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE; ADOPTING THE 2021 EDITION OF THE
INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE; ADOPTING THE 2021 EDITION OF THE
INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE; ADOPTING THE 2021 EDITION OF THE
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE; ADOPTING THE 2021
EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE; ADOPTING THE 2021
EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE; ADOPTING THE
2021 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE;
ADOPTING THE 2020 EDITION OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO; AND
AMENDING ARTICLE VI, SWIMMING POOLS OF CHAPTER 18, BUILDINGS AND
DEVELOPMENT; AND MAKING OTHER FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATING
TO THE SUBJECT.
WHEREAS, the building official of the City of West University Place, Texas, has proposed
to amend the Technical Codes Schedule by adopting updated editions of the standard
codes that are incorporated into the Code of Ordinances, local amendments to the
standard codes and related amendments to Code of Ordinance provisions; and
WHEREAS, such updates and amendments were referred to the Building & Standards
Commission, which has recommended them for consideration and adoption by the City
Council; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of West University Place, Texas now finds that it
is necessary and proper to update and amend the Technical Codes Schedule, the local
amendments thereto, and related Code of Ordinance provisions.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY
PLACE, TEXAS THAT:
Section 1. Appendix C Technical Codes Schedule of the Code of Ordinances of
the City of West University Place, Texas is amended to read as set out in the Exhibit A,
attached hereto and made a part of this ordinance.
Section 2. Article VI, Swimming Pools of Chapter 18, Buildings and Development
of the Code of Ordinances of the City of West University Place, Texas, is amended to
read as set out in the Exhibit B, attached hereto and made a part of this ordinance.
Section 3. Savings/Repealing Provision. All ordinances and parts of ordinances
in conflict with this ordinance are repealed to the extent of the conflict only.
Section 4. Severability. If any provision of this ordinance shall be held to be
invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of this
ordinance shall continue in full force and effect the same as if such invalid or
unconstitutional provision had never been a part hereof.
Section 5. Effective Date. This ordinance takes effect immediately upon its
passage and adoption on second reading and the publication of the caption, as required
by the City Charter and state law.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON FIRST READING on the - day of
, 2021.
PAS�ED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON SECOND READING, AND SIGNED,
on 6 day of , 2022.
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City Secretary (Seal) Qa yy o "
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Recommended:
City Manager
Approved as to form: By: I"
Olson & Olson, LLP, tity Attorney
Exhibit A
PART II - CODE OF ORDINANCES
APPENDIX C TECHNICAL CODES SCHEDULE
APPENDIX C TECHNICAL CODES SCHEDULE
International Building Code (IBC), 201521 Ed., International Code Council, Int.
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International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), 20821 Ed., International Code Council, Inc.
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International Fire Code (IFC), 20821 Ed., International Code Council, Inc.
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International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), 201521 Ed., International Code Council, Inc.
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International Mechanical Code (IMC), 20821 Ed., International Code Council, Inc.
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International Plumbing Code (IPC), 20821 Ed., International Code Council, Int.
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International Residential Code (IRC), 201521 Ed., International Code Council, Inc.
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National Electrical Code (NEC), 2020 -Ed., National Fire Protection Association, ("NEC")
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International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), 20821 Ed., International Code Council,
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International Existing Building Code (IEBC), 2021 Ed., International Code Council, Inc.
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International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), 20821 Ed., International Code Council,
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( Ord. No. 2050, § 1, 5-21-2018)
Sec. C-101. Adoption.
Subject to the amendments and deletions and interpretations indicated beneath each code, Each of the
codes referred to in this appendix C, including all of its published appendices and attachments, is adopted,
ordained and made a part of the Code of Ordinances of the city and of each chapter where it is referenced, except
as otherwise expressly provided.
(Ord. No. 1896, § 1, 5-11-2009)
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Sec. C-102. Procedure for amendments, etc.
The procedure for adopting new codes, updated codes, local amendments and provisions for administration
and enforcement of these codes is as follows:
(1) Proposal by the building official or other appropriate city official;
(2) Referral to the building and standards commission;
(3) Consideration by the city council, after giving required ffieetiRg otices; and
(4) Adoption and publication, as required by article II of the city Charter.
(Ord. No. 1896, § 1, 5-11-2009)
Sec. C-103. Interpretation.
In all codes adopted by this schedule, unless otherwise specially indicated:
(1) The adopting jurisdiction is the city, including all territory subject to the city's regulatory authority;
(2) Provisions regarding violations and enforcement shall supplement—not replace or change—other
provisions in the Code of Ordinances;
(3) Provisions regarding permits, including requirements, form, issuance, revocation, suspension,
exemptions, fees, etc. are replaced by similar provisions elsewhere in the Code of Ordinances;
(4) Provisions for personnel, officers, boards, commissions, departments, etc., including any reference to
liability and legal defense thereof, are replaced by other provisions of the Code of Ordinances;
(5) Administrative and executive functions such as permits, enforcement, etc. are assigned to the building
official;
(6) Judicial and quasi-judicial functions such as appeals, variances, etc. are assigned to the BSC, any
Provision regarding means of appeal or board of appeals are replaced by other provisions of the Code
of Ordinances: and
(7) Rulemaking, legislative functions and all other functions not mentioned are reserved to the city council.
(Ord. No. 1823, § 1, 5-8-2006; Ord. No. 1896, § 1, 5-11-2009)
Sec. C-104. International Building Code.
1. The administrative officer is the building official. All hearings, variances etc. are handled by the BSC.
2. On sites primarily used for residential purposes, all roofs must have Class A or better fire ----tee
FeSiSWAeeresistance as determined under Section 1505.1.
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3. The foundation for each new building (and each new addition to a building) must meet all the criteria in this
section, as applicable. Exception. if the building or addition does not contain habitable space (as defined in
the IBC), it must meet only the requirements for "nonhabitable space," as indicated below.
a. Definitions. In this section:
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"A2LA Lab" means a laboratory accredited by the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation on
the basis of ISO/IEC 17025:3398 20052885 ("general requirements for the competence of testing and Fnrmattad Nnt Sirikethrough
calibration laboratories").
"RLPE" means a licensed or registered professional engineer of the State of Texas who is:
(1) Listed with the State Board of Professional Engineers in the structural branch;
(2) Employed by a registered engineering firm of the State of Texas; and
(3) Covered by professional errors and omissions insurance that: (i) has limits of at least $500,000.00
per claim (and at least $1,000,000.00 per year, aggregate) and (ii) has effective dates -including
any retroactive coverage date -that include the entire period when the person provides services
or takes actions regulated by this section.
"RLGE" means a person who is:
(1) Either:
(a) A registered professional geoscientist of the State of Texas, or
(b) A licensed or registered professional engineer who is listed with the State Board of
Professional Engineers in a relevant branch of engineering (civil, structural or geological)
and employed by a registered engineering firm of the State of Texas; and
(2) Covered by professional errors and omissions insurance that:
(i) Has limits of at least $500,000.00 per claim (and at least $1,000,000.00 per year, aggregate)
and
(ii) Has effective dates -including any retroactive coverage date -that include the entire period
when the person provides services or takes actions regulated by this section.
b. Engineering. Foundations must be constructed in accordance with complete plans and specifications
prepared, signed and sealed by a RLPE. The plans and specifications must be prepared specifically for
the site of the work, and they must meet criteria as to scope, content and form specified by the
building official. If there are existing trees (either to remain or to be removed) within 20 feet of a
foundation, the RLPE must acknowledge, in writing, that the trees have been taken into account in the
preparation of the plans and specifications.
C. Basic standards. Each foundation must be an approved basic type listed in the following chart. In
addition, the design of each foundation must be supported by a geotechnical report and special
engineering certification, to the extent indicated in the following chart.
Approved Basic Types.
See Note 1.
Geotechnical Report.
See Notes 2 and 3.
Special Engineering
Certification.
See Note 4.
Structural slab with void space and deep foundations
Limited
Notrequired
Structural floor with crawl space and deep
foundations
Limited
Not required
Stiffened structural slab with deep foundations
Full
Required
Stiffened non-structural slab with deep foundations
Full
Required
Mixed -depth system for all new building construction
Full
Required
Mixed -depth system for building additions with deep
foundations
Full
Required
Another type approved by special exception issued by
the BSC. See "i" below.
As specified in the special
exception
As specified in the special
exception
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Note 1. Approved Basic Types. Types of foundations are defined and described in "Foundation Design
Options For Residential and Other Low -Rise Buildings on Expansive Soils" published by the Structural
Committee of the Foundation Performance Association, Houston, Texas (Document # FPA -SC -01-0, Rev
#0, 30 Jun 04, marked "For Website Publishing"), a copy of which is on file in the City Secretary's office
("FDO").
Note 2. Geotechnical Report Standards. The plans and specifications for each foundation must be
based on a written geotechnical report prepared, signed and sealed by a RLGE. The report must cover
all testing and site evaluation, and all must meet all applicable criteria in "Recommended Practice for
Geotechnical Explorations and Reports" published by the Structural Committee of the Foundation
Performance Association, Houston, Texas (Document # FPA -SC -04-0, Rev #0, 11 April 2001, issued for
website publishing), a copy of which is on file in the City Secretary's office. The report may be limited as
allowed by Note 3 below. The minimum depth of borings is 20 feet in all cases. All required tests and
other laboratory work must be performed by an A2LA Lab.
Note 3. Geotechnical Report, Scope. "Limited" indicates that the geotechnical testing, evaluation and
report may be limited to a determination of the appropriate depth for the deep foundations (but the
deep foundation components must meet the other criteria applicable to them). "Full" indicates that
the geotechnical testing, evaluation and report must cover all foundation components.
Note 4. Special Engineering Certification. Where indicated as "required," for a particular type of
foundation, the RLPE must certify that the plans and specifications were prepared to achieve a soil -
caused foundation movement potential of one inch or less, and that the RLPE used the estimated
depth of the active zone and at least two of the following methods to prepare the plans and
specifications:
(1) Potential vertical rise (PVR) determined in accordance with Test Method Tex -124-E, Rev. January
1, 1978/December 1982, Texas State Department of Highways and Public Transportation,
Materials and Test Division, "Method for Determining the Potential Vertical Rise, PVR" (a copy of
which is on file in the office of the City Secretary). For this purpose, the "dry" moisture condition
(from which little shrinkage is experienced, but where volumetric swell potential is greatest) shall
be used for each sample and test.
(2) Swell tests performed in accordance with ASTM D4546-03, "Standard Test Methods for One -
Dimensional Swell or Settlement Potential of Cohesive Soils" as last revised prior to June 1, 2004.
(3) Suction and hydrometer swell tests performed in accordance with ASTM D5298-03 "Standard
Test Method for Measurement of Soil Potential (Suction) Using Filter Paper" and ASTM D6836-02
'Standard Test Methods for Determination of the Soil Water Characteristic Curve for Desorption
Using a Hanging Column, Pressure Extractor, Chilled Mirror Hygrometer, and/or Centrifuge," as
such methods were last revised prior to June 1, 2004.
d. Foundations, Deep Support Components. Deep support components must be of an approved type.
Approved types are listed below. In this list, types of deep support components are defined and
described in FDO.
(1) Drilled and under -reamed concrete piers.
(2) Drilled straight -shaft concrete piers.
(3) Auger -cast concrete piles.
(4) Another type approved by special exception issued by the BSC. See "i." below.
e. Reinforcement. Reinforcement for each foundation must be of an approved type. Approved types are
listed below. In this list, types of reinforcement are defined and described in FDO.
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h.
(1) Deformed bar reinforcing.
(2) Another type approved by special exception issued by the BSC. See "i," below.
f. Observation and Certification. Each foundation must be professionally observed and must be
certified by an RLPE, as more fully described below:
(1) Observations must:
(i) Be performed either by the certifying RLPE or by one or more persons under that RLPE's
direct supervision and control whose professional qualifications are approved by the RLPE
(any such person may be an RLGE, with respect to geophysical matters);
(ii) Include actual measurement of piers, fill, compaction, reinforcement, forms, materials,
dimensions, structural elements, attachments, etc. before the work is covered or concrete
is placed (Note: dimensions of an underground element may be measured or estimated
from the forms, boring or cavity for the element, before pouring or filling);
(iii) Be performed continuously during placement of concrete; and
(iv) Be documented in a form and manner approved by the building official (which may include
photographs).
(2) Certifications must:
(i) Refer to and be based upon the professional observations required by this section;
(ii) State that the work complies with the plans and specifications last approved by the
building official (with any field changes that are ordered by the RLPE and reported to the
building official and that comply with applicable regulations);
(iii) Comply with criteria as to form and content as may be specified by the building official;
(iv) Be signed and sealed by the certifying RLPE; and
(v) Be filed with the building official.
(3) Certifications may:
(i) Rely in part upon an attached certification by a RLGE, as to geophysical matters;
(ii) Rely in part upon an attached certification by an A21LA Lab, as to materials testing; and
(iii) Be expressed as a professional opinion based on RLPE's knowledge, information and belief
that does not constitute a guarantee or warranty, express or implied.
Before framing or other work commences on top of a foundation (and before the foundation is
otherwise covered), the permittee must obtain written acknowledgment from the building
official that the certification for the foundation was duly filed as required above. Certifications,
plans, specifications and related items must be kept on file by the City, available for public
inspection, for the retention period required by public records laws and may be kept longer (for
an indefinite period of time).
Curing concrete. All concrete piers, footings and foundations must be cured for at least 72 hours before
any significant load is placed on them.
Nonhabitable space. This paragraph applies to buildings and additions to buildings that do not contain
habitable space (as defined in the IBC). Footings, beams and monolithic slabs with integral footings
shall be constructed of masonry or reinforced concrete rated at 2,500 psi @ 28 days (except for
accessory buildings with only one story and less than 200 feet of gross floor area). Each building must
have footings, beams and slabs of reinforced concrete assuming a soil bearing capacity of 1,500 psi; see
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R-403 of the IRC. All footings and beams shall be at least 24 inches deep and at least 12 inches wide
and shall extend at least 12 inches below the undisturbed soil level. Reinforcement for concrete
footings and beams must include at least two #5 deformed bars top and bottom, grade 60 (or better).
Slabs must be reinforced with #4 deformed bars, grade 60 (or better), spaced no wider than 16 -inches
on center each way. Post -tensioned slab or cable foundations are not allowed.
Special exceptions. Excluding the requirement for professional errors and omissions insurance, the BSC
may issue a special exception from any other requirement in subsection "a" through "h," above, but
only upon a showing that:
(1) The requirement will not affect life safety or the performance of a structure; or
(2) An alternate requirement to be imposed by the special exception will provide equal or better
protection for life safety and long-term structural performance.
However: In connection with any special exception, the BSC may require that the applicant
provide supporting engineering data and opinion, and the BSC may impose conditions to carry
out the purpose and intent of applicable regulations.
j. Elevation of bottom floor. Each foundation shall have an elevation of at least 24 inches above standard
baselevel.
F54. Structural elements, engineering, etc. must comply with the following section:
a. Scope.
(1) The structural elements for the following must meet the criteria in this section, as applicable:
(i) Each new building (and each addition to an existing building) containing habitable space
and having either a gross floor area of 485 square feet or more or a finished floor height
greater than four feet; and
(ii) Each accessible deck, porch, balcony, walkway and similar structure with a finished floor
height greater than four feet.
(2) This section does not apply to foundation elements observed and certified under another
section.
b. Definitions. In this section:
Height is measured from the "standard base level" as provided in the Zoning Ordinance.
A2LA Lab means a laboratory accredited bythe American Association for Laboratory Accreditation on
the basis of ISO/IEC 17025:'' 9�0G&2005 ("general requirements for the competence of testing and
calibration laboratories").
RLPE means a registered or licensed professional engineer of the State of Texas who is:
(1) Listed with the State Board of Professional Engineers in the structural branch;
(2) Employed by a registered engineering firm of the State of Texas; and
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(3) Covered by professional errors and omissions insurance that: (i) has limits of at least $500,000.00
per claim (and at least $1,000,000.00 per year, aggregate) and (ii) has effective dates -including
any retroactive coverage date -that include the entire period when the person provides services
or takes actions regulated by this section.
C. Engineering, Plans and Specifications. Structural elements must be constructed in accordance with
complete plans and specifications prepared, signed and sealed by a RLPE. The plans and specifications
must be prepared specifically for the structure in question, and they must meet criteria as to scope,
content and form specified by the building official.
d. Specific Requirements.
(1) Framing; Sheathing. All framing must include full exterior sheathing with structural elements (or
blocking) along all joints. The plans must indicate the type, size and spacing of fasteners. All
sheathing must be minimum 7/16" structural wood panels. In walls where plumbing, drain, waste
or vent lines are located, the framing members must be two inches by six inches or larger.
(2) Trusses, Joists, Etc.
(i) The species and grade of all lumber used for trusses, joists, purlins, purlin supports or
similar elements must be specified in the plans.
(ii) The length, spacing and direction of trusses and joists must be specified in the plans.
(iii) Each manufactured wood truss must comply with applicable requirements of the "National
Design Standard For Metal Plate Connected Wood Truss Construction" published by Truss
Plate Institute (TPI), 1-2099-1414 Ed. The design and specifications of any truss built on the
site (and any other truss not already certified as meeting such TPI requirements), must be
included in the plans and specifications.
(3) Utility -grade lumber may not be used for joists, rafters or vertical framing.
(4) Windspeed clips and straps must meet these minimum requirements:
(i) Clips: Simpson Strong Tie H2.5 or equal, installed on every other member as follows: rafter
to double top plate.
(ii) Straps 1 rafters : Simpson Strong Tie LSTA 18 or MSTA 18 or equal installed rafter to rafter
over ridge, on every other member.
(iii) Strap I beams for porches, patios, garage doors: Simpson Strong Tie LSTA15 or MSTA15 or
equal, installed two on each end of each beam, strapped to post/support.
(iv) Purlins: Simpson Strong Tie LSTA 15 or MSTA 15 or equal, installed to rafters and spaced no
wider than 48 inches on center, also installed on purlin braces and tied to purlins and brace
supporting members.
e. Observation and Certification. Structural elements must be professionally observed and must be
certified by an RLPE, as more fully described below:
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(1) Observations must:
(i) Be performed either by the certifying RLPE or by one or more persons under
that RLPE's direct supervision and control whose professional qualifications are
approved by the RLPE;
(ii) Include actual observation of structural elements and attachments in crawl
spaces before they are covered by floors or other materials;
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(iii) Include actual observations of each beam, joist, rafter, truss and similar
element, including each related weld and high- strength bolt: (1) after all
required plumbing, electrical and mechanical "rough -in" inspections have been
passed and all expected "notching," boring and similar work has been done,
and (2) before the item is covered; and
(iv) Be documented in a form and manner approved by the building official (which
may include photographs).
(2) Certifications must:
(i) Refer to and be based upon the professional observations required by this
section;
(ii) State that the portions of the work required to be observed comply with the
plans and specifications last approved by the building official (with any field
changes that are ordered by the RLPE, reported to the building official and in
compliance with applicable regulations);
(iii) Comply with criteria as to form and content as may be specified by the building
official;
(iv) Be signed and sealed by the certifying RLPE; and
(v) Be filed with the building official.
(3) Certifications may:
(i) Rely in part upon attached certifications by:
(1) An A2LALab, as to materials testing, and
(2) An inspector certified by the City of Houston, as to welds or high-strength
bolts (or meet the provisions of Section 1704.32 of the IBC); and
(ii) Be expressed as a professional opinion based on the RLPE's knowledge,
information and belief that does not constitute a guarantee or warranty,
express or implied.
Before any abeam, joist, rafter, truss, weld, high-strength bolt or similar element is
covered: (i) all required city inspections relating to that element must be passed, and (ii)
the permittee must obtain written acknowledgment from the building official that the
certification for that element was duly filed as required above. for any given building, there
may be more than one certification filed.
After a beam, joist, rafter, truss, weld, high-strength bolt or similar element has been
observed and certified, as provided above, it may not be notched, bored or structurally
altered without: (i) a new or amended permit, if required, and (ii) a new observation and
certification, in accordance with this section. Certifications, plans, specifications and
related items must be kept on file by the city, available for public inspection, for the
retention period required by public records laws and may be kept longer (for an indefinite
period of time).
f. Special Exceptions. Excluding the requirement for professional errors and omissions insurance, the BSC
may issue a special exception from any other requirement in subsection "a" through "e", above, but
only upon a showing that:
(1) The requirement will not affect life safety or the performance of a structure (for its estimated
useful life); or
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(2) An alternate requirement to be imposed by the special exception will provide equal or better
protection for life safety and long-term structural performance.
However: In connection with any such special exception, the BSC may require that the applicant
provide supporting engineering data and opinion, and the BSC may impose conditions to carry out the
purpose and intent of applicable regulations.
-75. In Section 1612.3, the referenced flood study (with FIRM and FBFM) means the "Flood Insurance Study for
Harris County, Texas and Incorporated Areas," dated lune 18, 2007 (revision date), with the most effective
Flood Insurance Rate Maps and/or Flood Boundary-Floodway Maps (FIRM and/or FBFM) dated June 18, 2007
(map revised date).
8. IR SeEtiOR 3449.1, the blank date shall the date that IBG, by City.
mpan ef editisR efthe as adep;ed the
i36. If work done on a building within any 12 -month period constitutes, cumulatively, a "substantial
improvement" (as defined in the City's flood damage prevention ordinances, e.g., Section 18-272 of this
Code), the owner shall—to the extent reasonably practicable—make the building comply with current code
provisions for new construction regarding: (i) structural components (except foundations) and (ii) life safety
features (hand and guard rails, smoke detectors, safety glazing, ground fault circuit interrupters, arc -fault
combination breakers, emergency egress from sleeping rooms, locking devices on required egress
components, etc.). To determine the "market value" of a pre-existing building, the most current tabulation of
square foot construction costs published by the International Code Council (usually as part of "Building
Valuation Data." see e.g., www.iccsafe.org/ roducts-and-services/technical-services/ shall be
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44R7. If a building is "substantially damaged" (as defined in the City's flood damage prevention ordinances, e.g.,
Section 18-272 of this Code), the owner shall cause it to be: (i) secured to prevent entry by unauthorized
persons, within 24 hours after all embers are extinguished (or other damaging occurrence has ended) and (ii)
either demolished (in accordance with Chapter 18 of this Code) or rebuilt in conformity with applicable
technical codes as though it were a new building. Normal permits (including certificate of occupancy) are
required. Work to demolish or rebuild must begin within 60 days following the date the occurrence ends and
must be completed within a reasonable time, but not longer than the time allowed by the applicable
permit(s). To determine the "market value" of a pre-existing building, the most current tabulation of square
foot construction costs published by the International Code Council (usually as part of "Building Valuation
Data," see, e.g., www.iccsafe.org/ roducts-and-services/technical-services/ shall be used.
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448. All basement construction for each new building (and each new basement for an existing building) shall meet
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the requirements of this section.
a. Definitions.
"A2LA Lab", "RLPE" and "RLGE" have the same meaning as stated in [Sub]section 3.a. of this Section C-
104 above.
b. Soil Testing and Design. Soil testing and designs shall meet all the criteria set out in this Section C-104,
as well as the following additional mandatory requirements:
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(2) The RLPE shall certify that the plans and specifications were designed using a 1 inch potential
vertical rise. Potential vertical rise (PVR) to be determined in accordance with Test Method Tex -
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Highways and Public Transportation, Materials and Test Division, "Method for Determining the
Potential Vertical Rise, PVR" (a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Secretary). For this
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purpose, the "dry" moisture condition (from which little shrinkage is experienced, but where
volumetric swell potential is greatest) shall be used for each sample and test.
(3) The RLPE shall certify that the plans and specifications were designed assuming water level rises
to ground level for all hydrostatic and uplift pressure designs.
C. Foundation, Basement Walls and Floors. Foundations shall meet all the criteria set out in this Section C-
104, as well as the following additional mandatory requirements:
(1) The entire foundation of the building and the walls and floor of the basement shall be cast -in-
place concrete.
(2) Shoring shall be required during any and all excavation. All shoring shall be designed based on
the recommendations of the RLGE and approved by the RLPE.
(3) All foundation walls shall be designed to resist the earth pressures at -rest and to resist full
hydrostatic loading to ground surface. If the soil tests indicate the presence of expansive soils,
the walls shall be designed to resist lateral swelling pressures also.
(4) Minimum wall and floor thickness shall be: Wall = 8 inches, Floor = 8 inches.
(5) Minimum reinforcement of all concrete shall be two layers of #4 grade 60 rebar 16 inches on
center each way.
(6) Minimum concrete testing shall consist of testing each truck with 7 and 28 day test breaks with
an approval letter from the RLPE delivered to the office of the building official and acknowledged
by the same prior to continuing any further construction.
(7) Minimum concrete strength shall be 3,000 PSI at 28 days.
(8) Monolithic concrete placement is mandatory for all walls, wall to wall connections and in floors.
Wall to floor connections may be monolithic or segmented.
d. Drainage. Foundation drainage plans, outside and inside of a basement, shall include the following
minimum requirements:
(1) Drains shall be provided around all concrete foundations that retain earth and enclose habitable
or usable spaces located below grade. Gravel or crushed stone drains, perforated pipe or other
approved systems or materials shall be installed at or below the area to be protected and shall
discharge by gravity or mechanical means into an approved drainage system. Gravel or crushed
stone drains shall extend at least 1 foot (305 mm) beyond the outside edge of the footing and 6
inches (152 mm) above the top of the footing and be covered with a commercial grade filter cloth
Type A woven or non -woven, non -bio degradable plastic yarn meeting at a minimum all of the
following ASTM Standards: Grab tensile strength (ASTM D 1682 @ 90 lbs. min.; Burst strength
(ASTM D 751) @ 100 psi min.; Equivalent opening size (OES) @ 40 min., 100 Max. Perforated pipe
shall be covered with the above filter membrane material and placed on a minimum of 2 inches
(51 mm) of washed gravel or crushed rock at least one sieve size larger than the pipe opening or
perforation and covered with not less than 6 inches (152 mm) of the same material. There must
be a granular drainage layer beneath the floor slab.
(2) Separate sump pumps for outside and inside the basement which shall be a minimum of Yo -
horsepower sump pumps. The sump pumps shall be rated at four times the estimated seepage
rate and shall discharge away from the building to the public storm sewer system. The drainage
systems shall be provided with a positive means of preventing backflow. Pumps shall be
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(3) Emergency power supply for sump pumps shall be provided. Natural Gas or LP Gas (10 gallon
storage maximum) systems allowed, no battery systems shall be allowed. Systems shall be
located outside, not in basement area.
e. Waterproofing. Waterproofing shall include the following minimum requirements:
(1) The entire exterior basement walls shall be covered with waterproofing materials designed for
below grade/soil contact that will withstand the stated hydraulic pressures per the soil report.
(2) The exterior wall waterproofing shall be protected with a protection board of extruded
polystyrene or equal non -bio degradable product.
f. Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing. Mechanical, electrical or plumbing equipment shall meet all the
requirements set out in Section 18-67 of the City's Buildings and Development ordinances as well as
the following additional requirements:
(1) Minimum height above finished floor of the basement for the base of any such equipment shall
be eighteen (18) inches.
(2) Gas fired appliances shall not be allowed inside any basement.
(3) Conditioned space (e.g. air/heat) shall be at the discretion of the owner.
(4) Access to basement shall be by stairway. Trap door access shall not be permitted.
(Ord. No. 1775, § 1(app. A), 9-27-2004; Ord. No. 1791, § 1(app. A), 5-2-2005; Ord. No. 1823, § 1, 5-8-2006; Ord. No.
1824, § 1, 5-8-2006; Ord. No. 1896, § 1, 5-11-2009; Ord. No. 1921, § 1(app. A), 5-24-2010; Ord. No. 1946, § 1, 8-22-
2011; Ord. No. 1957, § 1(app. A), 3-26-2012; Ord. 1963, § 1(exh. C), 10-22-2012; Ord. No. 2020, § 1(App. A), 8-8-
2016; Ord. No. 2051, § 1, 5-21-2018 )
Sec. C-105. International Energy Conservation Code.
1. The administrative officer is the building official. All hearings, variances etc. are handled by the BSC.
2. In lieu of inspection by City employees, the building official may require a written certification that a building
meets or exceeds minimum requirements, if the certification is: (i) signed by a code -certified inspector (as
defined in V.T.C.A., Health and Safety Code § 388.02) not employed by the city, and (ii) accompanied by an
approved inspection checklist, properly completed, signed and dated by the inspector. If the fees of the
code -certified inspector are paid by the City, the amount shall be added to the building permit fees
otherwise payable. With approval from the building official, a permittee may pay such fees directly to an
independent inspection firm. Only code -certified inspectors may perform inspections and enforce this code
in the City.
(Ord. No. 1775, § 1(app. A), 9-27-2004; Ord. No. 1823, § 1, 5-8-2006; Ord. No. 1896, § 1, 5-11-2009; Ord. 1963, §
1(exh. C), 10-22-2012)
Sec. C-106. International Fire Code
1. The fire official shall be the fire chief or acting fire chief, who may detail other members of the fire
department or the building inspection division to act as inspectors. Chapter 18 of this Code shall apply to
enforcement and administration of the fire code in the same manner as it applies to the building code
(except that the fire official shall have the powers and duties of the building official under such articles).
2. The BSC shall have the same jurisdiction and authority with respect to the fire code as it has with respect to
the building code.
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3. The limits of the fire district referred to in Section"^'.'.'X02 are coextensive with the City limits. -- Formatted• Font color Auto
4. Explosives and fireworks, as defined in Ghapt=-'_'§ection 202- are prohibited within the City limits. Formatted: Font color: Auto
5. Notwithstanding Section 2;i06 7 6 (relating to service stations) "latch -open" type devices are prohibited 1 Formatted Font color Auto
6. Section 603,5.8.4 (hours for burning) is amended to read in its entirety as follows: "An incinerator shall not be i Formatted Font color Auto
used or allowed to remain with any combustion inside it: (i) at any time from an hour preceding sunset on
one day until sunrise the following day; or (ii) at any time when unattended."
7. Appendices B through J to the International Fire Code are adopted and incorporated herein. Delefee
Appeadix-A,
8. Section 505.1 (address numbers) is amended to read in its entirety as follows: "New and existing buildings
shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in a
position that is plainly visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast
with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet numbers. Numbers shall be a
minimum of 4 inches high with a minimum stroke of 0.5 inches. Exception: One- and two-family dwellings
shall comply with Section 6.409 of the Code of Ordinances."
(Ord. No. 1775, § 1(app. A), 9-27-2004; Ord. No. 1823, § 1, 5-8-2006; Ord. No. 1896, § 1, 5-11-2009; Ord. 1963, §
1(exh. C), 10-22-2012)
Sec. C-107. International Fuel Gas Code.
1. The administrative officer is the building official. Chapter 18 of this Code shall apply to enforcement and
administration of this code in the same manner as it applies to the building code. The BSC shall have the
same jurisdiction and authority with respect to this code as it has with respect to the building code.
2. Delete .�oRo FG193, 561e;1 owa+8sisFa::o
32. Even if otherwise permitted by this code:
a. Copper, brass or aluminum tubing or piping shall not be used in the City.
b. Thermo plastic pipe may be used for gas lines only if it: (i) meets ASTM D2513 (or equivalent, or
better), (ii) is identified by proper markings and (iii) is installed with a locator wire (No. 14 gauge
copper wire).
C. Thermo plastic pipe shall terminate above ground outside of buildings only if installed in pre -
manufactured anodeless risers or service head adapter risers, all in accordance with the
manufacturer's installation instructions.
43. Amend Section 311.2 to read in its entirety as follows: "Low pressure (not to exceed 0.5 PSI) gas piping shall
withstand a pressure of at least 10 inches of mercury for a period of time not less than 10 minutes without
showing any drop in pressure, except that the following shall apply in the case of new construction: The
newly -constructed system must withstand a pressure of at least 25 PSI for a period of not less than 10
minutes without showing any drop in pressure as an initial pressure test, and the system must also withstand
a pressure as a final test. Higher pressure piping must with staFi A withstand pressure of at least 10 PSI, but Formatted: Font color: Auto
never less than twice the maximum pressure to which the piping will be subjected in operation, for a period
of at least 10 minutes without showing a drop in pressure, but the higher pressures required for new
construction, above, shall be used to test new construction in lieu of the 10- PSI level prescribed by this
sentence."
b4. There must be a permanently -installed stairway, eitherfixed or folding, to serve attic space where appliances
or equipment are located. The opening must be at least 25.5" x 54", and any folding staircase must be rated
for at least 350 pounds capacity and at least 20 minutes fire resistance.
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65. Even if otherwise permitted by this code, undiluted liquefied petroleum gas, or "LPG," shall not be used at
any fixed location in the City. Exception: This does not prohibit the use of such gas in quantities of 10 gallons
or less.
.76. Each new or replaced gas meter shall be located on the same building site that it serves.
S. Belete: A" ate; dieestethe I ,.,t, � �.; �_.:,,— F...�; 6arEade-
(Ord. No. 1775, § 1(app. A), 9-27-2004; Ord. No. 1823, § 1, 5-8-2006; Ord. No. 1896, § 1, 5-11-2009; Ord. 1963, §
1(exh. C), 10-22-2012)
Sec. C-108. International Mechanical Code
1. The administrative officer is the building official. All hearings, variances etc. are handled by the BSC.
2. Add to Section M306.3: "There must be a permanently -installed stairway, either fixed or folding, to serve
attic space where appliances or equipment are located. The opening must be at least 25.5" x 54", and any
folding staircase must be rated for at least 350 pounds capacity and at least 20 minutes fire resistance."
3. Add to Section M605.1: "All return airfilters in new residential construction and wherever possible in existing
buildings shall be installed within 24 inches of the finished floor or there must be installed a media -type or
electrostatic -type air filter at the equipment."
4 IPJ...... All .....1:....4 tS the i.. ...J P ....h@RiG.J Cede.
(Ord. No. 1775, § 1(app. A), 9-27-2004; Ord. No. 1823, § 1, 5-8-2006; Ord. No. 1896, § 1, 5-11-2009; Ord. 1963, §
1(exh. C), 10-22-2012)
Sec. C-109. International Plumbing Code
1. The administrative officer is the building official. Chapter 18 of this Code shall apply to enforcement and
administration of this code in the same manner as it applies to the building code. The BSC shall have the
same jurisdiction and authority with respect to the code as it has with respect to the building code.
2. Delete: All ....,,:, a to ,_a wetkws P193, 06?? and nt and
Usesl of the International Plumbing Code.
4. li-OPR it ethpF%-0 se peFFR Red by the
a. AeFyleRkFile Butad ene StyFeRe (ABS) pipe apd fittings, Type M EE)PPeF, lead based pipe, al -IM RUFF1.
b. Pel ] butylene, Pel yethylene (Po, PE, PEX A6 PEX, PE A6 PEE) a-... feFbiddeR to be used f8 .:BteFSek.ce
Y-
d. 919R 1181 _R PEX a OF GPVC manifeld systew be installed it shall not be leeated en a Wall ShaFed With a
f'aFage.
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-73. Maximum water meter size, unless an RPE (Registered Professional Engineer) can clearly and convincingly
demonstrate the need for a larger meter in a particular case, is: %-inch for an irrigation system, or 1-inch for
a single -family dwelling.
(Ord. No. 1775, § 1(app. A), 9-27-2004; Ord. No. 1823, § 1, 5-8-2006; Ord. No. 1896, § 1, 5-11-2009; Ord. 1963, §
1(Exh. C), 10-22-2012; Ord. No. 2050, § 1, 5-21-2018 )
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Sec. C-110. International Residential Code
1. The administrative officer is the building official. All hearings, variances etc. are handled by the BSC.
2. This code, in lieu of the other "International Codes," applies to all residential structures in the City.
"Residential" means having the character of a detached one -family or two-family dwelling that is not more
than three stories high with separate means of egress, including the accessory structures of the dwelling.
This code does not apply to: (i) any dwelling that has a common means of egress, such as a common hallway,
or (ii) any dwelling or structure that has the character of a facility used for accommodation of transient
guests or a structure in which medical, rehabilitative, or assisted living services are provided in connection
with the occupancy of the structure.
63. This code does not apply to installation and maintenance of electrical wiring and related components. See
National Electrical Code, below.
64. In Section R301.2 insert the following table:
Table R301.2(1). Climatic and Geographical Design Criteria
Ground snow load:
0
Air freezing index:
50 BF days
Wind speed (mph):gust)
Mean annual
68° F
136 mph
temperature:
Seismic design category:
A
Subject to damage from
Negligible
weathering:
Winter design
32° F
Frost line:
6"
temperature:
Ice shield underlayment:
Not required
Termite:
I very heavy
Flood hazards:
Map effective date: June
Decay: __J_Mod.
to severe
18, 2007
(map revised date)
7. In Section P2603.65.1 insert 12 inches for minimum depth cover for a sewer line.
8. In Section
1 insert 12 inches for a minimum heieht above the roofline for a vent termination.
(Ord. No. 1775, § 1(app. A), 9-27-2004; Ord. No. 1823, § 1, 5-8-2006; Ord. No. 1849, § 1(app. A), 7-9-2007; Ord. No.
1896, § 1, 5-11-2009; Ord. No. 1899, § 1, 7-27-2009; Ord. 1963, § 1(exh. C), 10-22-2012)
Sec. C-111. Reserved.
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Sec. C-112. National Electrical Code
1. The administrative officer is the building official. All hearings, variances etc. are handled by the BSC.
2. See Chapter 26 of this Code for various provisions which override or supplement the NEC.
(Ord. No. 1775, §1(app. A), 9-27-2004; Ord. No. 1823, § 1, 5-8-2006; Ord. No. 1896, § 1, 5-11-2009; Ord. 1963, §
1(Exh. C), 10-22-2012)
Sec. C-113. International Property Maintenance Code
1. The administrative officer is the building official. All hearings, variances, etc. are handled by the BSC.
Delete Sec 194 - Cede-Eerr�..ee-AgeRe1, bee164--Pees..., See X97 Means si-APFeaI... .
Appeals???
2. Appendix A to the International Property Maintenance Code is adopted and incorporated herein.
(Ord. No. 1823, §l, 5-8-2006; Ord. No. 1896, § 1, 5-11-2009; Ord. 1963, § 1(Exh. C), 10-22-2012)
Sec. C-114. International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
1. The administrative officer is the building official. All hearings, variances, etc. are handled by the BSC.
Delete Seel-93—GedeGernpliawee AgeRey-See 198— Fees??? -See ll! Means of Appeal??? SeE -Ili! B--.-' 64
(Ord. 1963, § 1(Exh. C), 10-22-2012)
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Exhibit B PART II - CODE OF ORDINANCES
Chapter 18 - BUILDINGS AND DEVELOPMENT
ARTICLE VI. SWIMMING POOLS
ARTICLE Vl. SWIMMING POOLV
Sec. 18-169. In general.
(a) Standard regulations. The swimming pool regulations adopted in the standard codes schedule, the 2444
2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, are adopted, ordained and incorporated into this chapter
by reference and shall apply to all swimming pools, both residential and nonresidential, but subject to the
exceptions and amendments stated in standard codes schedule.
(b) Local Government Code. This article establishes minimum standards for swimming pool fences and
enclosures under and pursuant to subchapter C, chapter 214 of V.T.C.A, Local Government Code, to the
extent applicable ("subchapter C").
(c) Penalty. The penalty for a violation of this article is a fine not to exceed $1,000.00, and each day a violation
occurs is a separate offense. All city officials, agents and employees are granted authority to enter premises
to the extent contemplated by such subchapter C.
(d) State law defense. It shall be an affirmative defense in any proceeding to enforce this Code with respect to
construction of a swimming pool enclosure, that:
(1) V.T.C.A., Health and Safety Code ch. 757 applies to the enclosure; and
(2) Because of V.T.C.A., Health and Safety Code ch. 757, the person charged is not required to construct
the enclosure in the manner sought to be enforced.
(Code 2003, § 6.561; Ord. 1963, § 1(Exh. A), 10-22-2012)
Sec. 18-170. Engineers.
All structural calculations and details for swimming pool permit applications must be prepared and signed by
a registered professional engineer.
(Code 2003, § 6.562)
Sec. 18-171. Setbacks, location, etc.
In addition to sections 18-56 and 18-172 all outdoor swimming pools shall comply with the following
regulations, which apply in lieu of other similar requirements elsewhere in this Code:
(1) No part of the outside wall of any swimming pool may be closer than five feet to any property line.
(2) Adjacent to at least 70 percent of the perimeter of each swimming pool, there must be a walkway,
deck, apron or other footpath that is:
Open and unobstructed;
'State law reference(s)—Municipal authority concerning swimming pool enclosures, V.T.C.A., Local Government
Code § 214.101.
West University Place, Texas, Code of Ordinances
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At least three feet wide; and
Designed and maintained to allow rapid access to the water's edge for lifesaving, testing and
maintenance.
(3) A walkway, deck or apron around the perimeter of a pool may be constructed in the area within five
feet of a property line that, if it is contiguous to the pool coping and designed to avoid water drainage
to adjacent property.
(4) No pool, pool apron, deck, walkway, pool equipment, or other appurtenances may be placed or
constructed in or on any easement.
(5) The owner must provide, with his application, an on -ground staked survey, by a registered professional
engineer or licensed surveyor, of the lot locating the lot corners, all property lines, the utility or other
easements and the pool location on the lot prior to a permit being issued for such construction.
(Code 2003, § 6.563)
Sec. 18-172. Plumbing matters.
(a) Generally. All plumbing shall be installed according to the plumbing code and all other applicable regulations.
The entire pool piping system shall be tested with a water test of 50 psi and proved tight before covering or
concealing.
(b)
the building effirAM
(c) Heating gear. Swimming pool water heating equipment shall conform to the design, construction and
installation requirements as set forth in applicable regulations for domestic water heaters. Gas piping used in
the construction or maintenance of any swimming pool shall comply with applicable regulations.
(Code 2003, § 6.564)
Sec. 18-173. Electrical matters.
All electrical wiring shall be installed by an electrician, licensed according to applicable regulations, who shall
supervise the installation of all electrical work and obtain all necessary permits and inspections during construction
of the swimming pool. All electrical wiring, fixtures, motors, pumps or other necessary electrical equipment for use
in proper operation of the swimming pool shall be installed according to applicable regulations.
(Code 2003, § 6.565)
Secs. 18-174-18-199. Reserved.
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