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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CIBOLO, TEXAS AMENDING
CHAPTER 14 OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES BY ADOPTING
THE 2015 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE; THE 2017
EDITION OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE; THE 2015 EDITION
OF THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE; THE 2015 EDITION OF THE
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE; THE 2015 EDITION OF THE
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE; THE 2015 EDITION
OF THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE; THE 2015
EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE; THE
2015 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE; THE 2015 EDITION
OF THE UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE; AMENDING BOARD OF
APPEALS; INCORPRATION OF RECITALS; MAKING LOCAL
AMENDMENTS TO SUCH CODES; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF
PERMITS AND COLLECTION OF FEES THEREFOR; PROVIDING FOR
PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE; PROVIDING
FOR REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING
CUMULATIVE, CONTINUATION,AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSES.
WHEREAS, the City of Cibolo is a Home Rule Municipality located in Guadalupe County,
Texas, established in accordance with provisions of its Charter, the Texas Constitution and
statutes, including the Texas Local Government Code; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 54.001 of the Texas Local Government Code provides the general
authority for the City of Cibolo to enforce each rule, Ordinance, or police regulation of the City
of Cibolo and to punish a violation of a rule, Ordinance, or police regulation; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 214, Subchapter G of the Texas Local Government Code provides the
general authority for the City of Cibolo to adopt certain Building and Regulatory Codes and to
enacted local amendments to same; and
WHEREAS, in order to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the City of
Cibolo the City Council deems it advisable that the City adopt the Model Building and
Regulatory Codes set out below, with such local amendment that shall regulate and govern the
construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, location,
removal and governing the conditions and maintenance of all property, buildings and structures;
by providing the standards for supplied utilities and facilities and other physical things and
conditions essential to ensure that structures are safe, sanitary and fit for occupation and use; and
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the condemnation of buildings and structures unfit for human occupancy and use and the
demolition of such structures, and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy
of buildings and premises in the City of Cibolo;
WHEREAS, The City Council hereby declares that all local code amendment regulations and
standards are in furtherance of the City of Cibolo's public safety departments and are not enacted
to hinder development and construction. All local amendments hereto shall coordinate with
public safety code enforcement officials and are enacted solely for the protection of the health
and safety of the City of Cibolo.
WHEREAS, the City Council finds the local amendments provided by this Ordinance are in
accordance with the purpose and content of recently enacted HB 2439 by the 86h Legislature of
the State of Texas, and that local amendments hereto are to protect public health and safety of the
City of Cibolo;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CIBOLO,TEXAS,THAT:
SECTION 1. RECITALS. The City Council finds the recitals contained in the preamble to this
ordinance are true and correct and incorporates them as findings of fact.
SECTION 2. CODE AMENDMENT (INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE). The Cibolo
Code of Ordinances Chapter 14 (entitled "Buildings and Building Regulations") Article I
(entitled "In General"), Section 14-2(a)(1) is hereby amended by replacing the existing language
therein with the language set out in Exhibit "A," attached hereto and incorporated herein for all
purposes.
SECTION 3. CODE AMENDMENT (NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE). The Cibolo
Code of Ordinances Chapter 14 (entitled "Buildings and Building Regulations") Article I
(entitled "In General"), Section 14-2(a)(2) is hereby amended by replacing the existing language
therein with the language set out in Exhibit `B," attached hereto and incorporated herein for all
purposes.
SECTION 4. CODE AMENDMENT (UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE). The Cibolo Code
of Ordinances Chapter 14 (entitled "Buildings and Building Regulations") Article I (entitled "In
General"), Section 14-2(a)(3) is hereby amended by replacing the existing language therein with
the language set out in Exhibit"C,"attached hereto and incorporated herein for all purposes.
Note: Section 14-2(a)(4) is reserved.
SECTION 5. CODE AMENDMENT (INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE). The
Cibolo Code of Ordinances Chapter 14 (entitled "Buildings and Building Regulations") Article I
(entitled "In General"), Section 14-2(a)(5) is hereby amended by replacing the existing language
therein with the language set out in Exhibit "D," attached hereto and incorporated herein for all
purposes.
Note: Section 14-2(a)(6) is reserved.
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SECTION 6. CODE AMENDMENT (INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION
CODE). The Cibolo Code of Ordinances Chapter 14 (entitled "Buildings and Building
Regulations") Article I (entitled "In General"), Section 14-2(a)(7) is hereby amended by
replacing the existing language therein with the language set out in Exhibit `B," attached hereto
and incorporated herein for all purposes.
SECTION 7. CODE AMENDMENT (INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
CODE). The Cibolo Code of Ordinances Chapter 14 (entitled "Buildings and Building
Regulations") Article I (entitled "In General"), Section 14-2(a)(8) is hereby amended by
replacing the existing language therein with the language set out in Exhibit "F," attached hereto
and incorporated herein for all purposes.
SECTION 8. CODE AMENDMENT (INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE).
The Cibolo Code of Ordinances Chapter 14 (entitled "Buildings and Building Regulations")
Article I (entitled "In General"), Section 14-2(a)(9) is hereby amended by replacing the existing
language therein with the language set out in Exhibit "G," attached hereto and incorporated
herein for all purposes.
SECTION 9. CODE AMENDMENT (INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE). The Cibolo Code
of Ordinances Chapter 14 (entitled "Buildings and Building Regulations") Article I (entitled "In
General"), Section 14-2(a)(10) is hereby amended by replacing the existing language therein
with the language set out in Exhibit "H," attached hereto and incorporated herein for all
purposes.
SECTION 10. CODE AMENDMENT (UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE). The Cibolo
Code of Ordinances Chapter 14 (entitled "Buildings and Building Regulations") Article I
(entitled "In General"), Section 14-2(a)(11) is hereby amended by replacing the existing
language therein with the language set out in Exhibit"I," attached hereto and incorporated herein
for all purposes.
SECTION 11. BOARD OF APPEALS AMENDMENT. The Cibolo Code of Ordinances
Chapter 14 (entitled "Building and Building Regulations") Article I (entitled "In General"),
Section 14-3 is hereby amended by adding subsection(d)to read as follows:
(d) A permit applicant, landowner or other aggrieved person may appeal the decision of an
official responsible for enforcement of the City's adopted Building Codes, as amended, applying
a regulation or standard to the construction, renovation, maintenance, or other alteration of a
residential or commercial building, which regulation or standard is asserted to be prohibited by
HB 2439. The aggrieved party shall identify each provision in a national model code within the
last three code cycles that approves the use of such building material, product, or aesthetic
method.
SECTION 12. CUMULATIVE. This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of the
City of Cibolo, Texas, except where the provisions of this Ordinance are in direct conflict with
the provisions of such Ordinances, in which event the more restrictive provision shall apply.
SECTION 13. REPEALER. In accordance with Section 1-10(e) of the Cibolo Code of
Ordinances, all preceding versions of Section 14-2(a) subsections (1) through (11) and Section
14-3 of the Cibolo Code of Ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed and replace
hereby.
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SECTION 14. SEVERABILITY. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this
ordinance is, for any reason, held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the
validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it
would have passed this ordinance, and each section, subsection, clause or phrase thereof,
irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses and phrases
be declared unconstitutional.
SECTION 15. CONTINUATION OF EXISTING REGULATIONS. Nothing in this
ordinance or in the Model Building and Regulatory Codes of the City of Cibolo hereby adopted
shall be construed to affect any suit or proceeding impending in any court, or any rights acquired,
or liability incurred, or any cause or causes of action acquired or existing, under any act or
ordinance hereby repealed as cited in Section 12 of this ordinance; nor shall any just or legal
right or remedy of any character be lost, impaired or affected by this ordinance.
SECTION 16. PENALTY. Any person who violates or causes, allows or permits another to
violate any provision of this Ordinance shall be subject to the penalty prescribed in Section 1-13
of the City of Cibolo's Code of Municipal Ordinances.
SECTION 17. EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance and the rules, regulations, provisions,
requirements, orders and matters established and adopted hereby shall take effect and be in full
force and effective immediately upon the passage and approval of the City Council of the City of
Cibolo, Texas, and publication as required by Section 3-13(3) of the City Charter.
PASSED AND APPROVED this,the // day of cd•�u�y 20
CITY OF CIBOLO
Stosh Boyl , ayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Peggy Cimics, City Secretary WDR90T ATTORNEY
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EXHIBIT "A"
Building Code,2015 Edition
That a certain document, two (2) copies of which are on file in the office of the Building
Official of Cibolo, being marked and designated as the International Building Code, 2015
Edition, including Appendix Chapters C, E, F, G, I, and J as published by the International
Code Council, be and is hereby adopted as the Building Code of the City of Cibolo, in the
State of Texas for regulating and governing the conditions and maintenance of all property,
buildings and structures; by providing the standards for supplied utilities and facilities and
other physical things and conditions essential to ensure that structures are safe, sanitary and
fit for occupation and use; and the condemnation of buildings and structures unfit for human
occupancy and use and the demolition of such structures as herein provided; providing for
the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefore; and each and all of the regulations,
provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said Building Code on file in the office of the
Building Official of Cibolo, are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if
fully set out in this Ordinance, with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes, if any,
prescribed in (a), (b), (c) and(d) of Exhibit"A"to this Ordinance.
(a) That the following sections and/or subsections of the Building Code are hereby
revised to read as follows:
(i) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending [A] 101.1 to read as follows:
[A] 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Building Code of
Cibolo, hereinafter referred to as "this code."
(ii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending [A] 105.2 to delete Building subsection items (2) and (6)to read as
follows:
[A] 105.2 Work exempt from permit. 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:
Building:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage
sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not
exceed 100 square feet.
2. Oil derricks.
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3. Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet (1219 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.
4. 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 2:1.
5. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops, and similar
finish work.
6. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets, and
scenery.
7. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy
that are less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep, do not exceed 5,000
gallons (18,925 L) and are installed entirely above ground.
8. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes,
not including service systems.
9. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one-
and two-family dwellings.
10. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project
more than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not
require additional support of Group R-3 and U occupancies.
11. Non fixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions
not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753 mm) in height.
(iii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is amended by amending
[A] 105.3 to add new subsection items 8, 9, 10, and 11 to read as follows:
8. Indicate the total square footage, of the foundation and all floors
above or below as measured from the exterior. Provide the total
square footage of all impervious cover.
9. Be accompanied by the International Energy Conservation Code
compliance certification specific to the permitted address.
10. Indicate the number of stories.
11. Indicate type of construction(example Type V construction—
common wood frame construction Type IV construction—heavy
timber construction).
(iv) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending [A] 107.2.1 to add subsection items (1)–(12) and to read as follows:
[A] 107.2.1. Information on construction documents. Construction
documents shall be dimensioned and drawn upon suitable material.
Electronic media documents are permitted to be submitted with prior
approval by the building official. Construction documents shall be of
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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. The applicant shall provide all information
requested related to the construction documents information. Such
information shall include, but not limited to,the following:
1. Indicate the street name, address number, and lot and block
numbers.
2. Engineered foundation plan with soil density and soil conditions of
the property or lot.
3. Foundation plans shall have all details identified with
corresponding letters, numbers, or symbols.
4. Floor plans shall be scaled and laid out as it is to be built, if plans
show optional details options shall be clearly indicated, show
glazing percentages.
5. Frame details shall include but not be limited to live load design,
wind speed design, wall bracing requirements, and material
specifications, studs required for support of walls and beams,
header size and support requirements.
6. Roof and ceiling joist plan with specifications and details.
7. Electrical plan.
8. Plumbing plan.
9. Heating,ventilation, and air conditioning plan.
10. Construction plans shall have adopted codes listed.
11. Minimum Page size is 24"x 36"
12. Such other data and information as required by the building
official.
(v) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending [A] 107.2.5 to add subsection items (1)—(12) and to read as follows:
[A] 1.07.2.5 Site plan. The construction documents submitted with the
application for permit shall be accompanied by a site plan showing the
size and location of new construction and existing structures on the site
and 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 modify the requirement for a site plan
when the application for permit is for alteration or repair or when
otherwise warranted; provided pre-construction site or plot plan and
submit original final site or plot plan with signature and seal. The
applicant shall provide all information requested related to the
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construction documents information. Such information shall include, but
not limited to,the following:
1. Indicate the street name, address number, and lot and block
numbers.
2. Provide total lot square footage.
3. Provide the total square footage of the foundation.
4. Indicate percentage of foundation lot coverage.
5. Provide square footage of porches,patios, driveways, and
walkways.
6. Indicate all building setback lines.
7. Indicate all easements.
8. Indicate property pin locations and distance.
9. Percentage of slope on driveway.
10. Indicate drainage elevation across the property.
11. Show curb lines and sidewalks.
12. Give such other data and information as required by the building
official.
(vi) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending [A] 111.1 to add Exception No. 2 and to read as follows:
[A] 111.1 Use and occupancy. 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 therefore as provided herein.
The permit holder or their duly authorized agent or representative shall not
allow occupancy of a building or structure before the passing and
completion of all required inspections and the issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy. 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. Certificates presuming to give authority to
violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other Ordinances of the
jurisdiction shall not be valid.
Exceptions:
1. Certificates of Occupancy are not required for work exempt from
permits under section 105.2.
2. Accessory buildings or structures.
(vii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
the deletion of sections [A] 113.1 General, [A] 113.2 Limitations on
authority, and [A] 113.3 Qualifications in their entirety and substituting
the following in lieu thereof as new [A] 113.1:
[A] 113.1 General. A Board of Appeals is established under and shall
operate pursuant to City of Cibolo Code of Ordinances Section 14-3.
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(viii) CHAPTER 4 SPECIAL DETAILED REQUIREMENTS BASED ON
USE AND OCCUPANCY is hereby amended by amending 406.4.7 to read as
follows:
406.4.7 Special hazards. Connection of a parking garage with any room
in which there is a fuel-fired appliance shall be by means of a vestibule
providing a two-doorway separation. Doors shall be self-closing and self-
latching and the door shall not be in conflict with another door in the open
position.
Exception: A single door shall be allowed provided the sources of
ignition in the appliance is at least 18 inches (457 mm) above the floor
unless listed as flammable vapor ignition resistant. See NFPA 54:9.11.1.
(ix) CHAPTER 4 SPECIAL DETAILED REQUIREMENTS BASED ON
USE AND OCCUPANCY is hereby amended by amending 419.9 to read as
follows:
419.9 Plumbing facilities. The nonresidential area of the live/work unit
shall be provided with minimum plumbing facilities, as specified by
Chapter 29, based on the function of the nonresidential area. Where the
nonresidential area of the live/work unit is required to be accessible by
Section 1107.6.2.1, the plumbing fixtures specified by Chapter 29 shall be
accessible.
(x) CHAPTER 9, FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS is hereby amended by
amending 901.2 Fire Protection Systems to add new subsection 901.2.1 to read
as follows:
901.2.1 Construction documents. Construction documents for fire
sprinkler systems shall be submitted for review and approval prior to
system installation or remodeling. Three copies will be submitted unless
otherwise stated by the code official. Deviation from approved plans shall
require prior written permission of the code official. Construction
documents shall be drawn to an indicated scale, on sheets of uniform size,
with a plan of each floor, and shall show those items from the following
list that pertain to the design of the system. Construction documents shall
be provided in accordance with NFPA 13 Chapter 14 to include, but not be
limited to, all of the following:
1. A site plan showing all buildings, fire department connections, fire
hydrants, fire apparatus access roads, alleys, driveways, sidewalks, and
similar items. To include lengths and widths.
2. A floor plan, which shows and indicates the use of all rooms, and all
occupancies in the building including dimensions.
3. Unit plans which shows location and size of walls, rooms, doors,
concealed spaces, closets, attics, and bathrooms.
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4. Dimensions of aisles, corridors, hallways, and stairways, doorways
(door openings), including direction of swing.
5. Full height cross-section, or schematic diagram of the riser detail
showing alarm valve assembly, flow switch(s), water motor alarm or
equivalent, check valves assemblies, drain valve assemblies, and all
associated piping.
6. Full height cross-section, or schematic diagram, including structural
member information and including ceiling and wall construction and
method of protection for nonmetallic piping and penetrations.
7. A mechanical system over lay showing no conflict with fire sprinkler
system.
8. Manufactures specifications and ratings on equipment and materials,
to include but not limited to sprinkler heads, couplings, valves,
mounting brackets, hardware, hangers, alarm valves, switches, sensors,
gauges, and similar components.
9. Location and description of all required signs.
10. Any additional information required by the code official.
11. The construction documents submittal shall include the manufacturer's
installation instructions for any specially listed equipment, including
descriptions, applications, and limitations for any sprinklers, devices,
piping, or fittings.
(xvii) CHAPTER 9 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS is hereby amended by
amending [F] 912.2 to read as follows:
[F] 912.2 Location. With respect to hydrants, driveways, buildings and
landscaping, fire department connections shall be so located that fire
apparatus and hose connected to supply the system will not obstruct access
to the buildings for other fire apparatus. No fire department connection
shall be located on an exterior wall. Fire department connections shall not
be placed closer than the height of the exterior wall, unless approved by
the fire code official. The location of fire department connections shall be
approved by the fire code official.
(xviii) CHAPTER 9, FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS is hereby amended by
amending [F] 912.3 Fire hose threads to add new subsection 912.3.1 to read as
follows:
[F] 912.3.1 Locking fire department connection caps. The fire code
official is authorized to require locking caps on fire department
connections for water-based fire protection systems where the responding
fire department carries appropriate key wrenches for removal. The fire
code official will require all fire department connections to be equipped
with locking caps. The type and brand shall be one of which the fire
department currently has a master key.
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(xix) CHAPTER 15 ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES is
hereby amended by amending section 1503.4.3 Gutters to add a new paragraph
immediately following the conclusion of said section to read as follows:
AU Group R or Group U occupancy with roof edges less than three feet
(914 mm) to any property line shall be provided with gutters and
downspouts to direct roof water away from adjacent property.
(xx) CHAPTER 16 STRUCTURE DESIGN is hereby amended by amending
1612.3 to read as follows:
1612.3 Establishment of flood hazard areas. To establish flood hazard
areas, the City Council shall adopt a flood hazard map and supporting
data. The flood hazard map shall include, at a minimum, areas of special
flood hazard as identified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency
in an engineering report entitled "The Flood Insurance Study for Cibolo,"
dated , 2018 as adopted, and as amended or revised with the
accompanying Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and Flood Boundary
and Floodway Map (FBFM) and related supporting data along with any
revisions thereto. The adopted flood hazard map and supporting data are
hereby adopted by reference and declared to be part of this section.
(xxi) CHAPTER 18 SOILS AND FOUNDATIONS is hereby amended by
amending 1808.1 to read as follows:
1808.1 General. Foundations shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with Section 1808.2 through 1808.9 and Table 1604.3
("Deflection Limits"). Shallow foundations shall also satisfy the
requirements of Section 1809. Deep foundations shall also satisfy the
requirements of Section 1810.
(xxii) CHAPTER 18 SOILS AND FOUNDATIONS is hereby amended by
amending 1808.6.2 to read as follows:
1808.6.2 Slab-on-ground foundations. Moments, shears, and deflections
for use in designing slab-on-ground, mat or raft foundations on expansive
soils shall be determined in accordance with WRI/CRSI Design of Slab-
on-Ground Foundations or PTI Design of Post-Tensioned Slabs-on-
Ground, Third Edition along with the PTI Standard Requirements for
Analysis of Shallow Concrete Foundations on Expansive Soils. Using the
moments, shears and deflections determined above, non-pre-stressed
slabs-on-ground, mat or raft foundations on expansive soils shall be
designed in accordance with VWCRSI Design of Slab-on-Ground
Foundations and post tension slab-on-ground, mat or raft foundations on
expansive soils shall be designed in accordance with PTI Design of Post-
Tensioned Slabs-on-Ground, Third Edition along with the PTI Standard
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Requirements for Analysis of Shallow Concrete Foundations on
Expansive soils. It shall be permitted to analyze and design such slabs by
other methods that account for soil-structures interaction, the deformed
shape of soil support, the plate or stiffened plate action of the slab as well
as both center lift and edge lift conditions. Such alternative methods shall
be rational and the basis for all aspects and parameters of the method shall
be available for peer review.
(xxiii) CHAPTER 18 SOILS AND FOUNDATIONS is hereby amended by
amending 1809.4 to read as follows:
1809.4 Depth and width of footings. The minimum depth of exterior
footings below the undisturbed ground surface shall be 24 inches. The
minimum width of footings shall be 12 inches (305 mm).
All foundations shall be designed by a Professional Engineer registered in
the State of Texas. All drawings and documentation must be signed and
sealed by said Professional Engineer. The above information and a
GeoTech Report shall be required for each lot. All requirements below
shall be met:
1. Design letter referencing soils report number, date of report, and soils
Engineer name; specific location including lot, block, and subdivision;
specific design criteria including soil bearing capacity, plasticity index,
and potential vertical rise. The Engineer shall also provide
documentation of a concrete mix design with performance criteria
based on soils and seasonal conditions.
2. Signed and sealed drawings clearly indicating strand and
reinforcement placement, pier size, depth, location, and reinforcing
beam size and location, and special details. Design calculations must
be included in the permanent permit file for each project.
3. Documentation certifying the Design Engineer performed a pre-pour
inspection. This inspection shall take place prior to requesting a
foundation inspection from the Building Official. The Engineer shall
provide to the Building Official a Letter of Final Acceptance stating
that the foundation has been placed in compliance with the design
prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
4. Rough grading of lot after form removal to maintain drainage away
from the foundation during the construction process.
5. The post tensioning cannot take place until the 71' (seventh) day after
the concrete has been poured and that no framing can start until one
day after the post tensioning has taken place, unless otherwise directed
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by the Engineer, based on accepted Engineering practices and sample
cylinders have been tested to support the Engineer's specifications.
6. For conventional steel foundations, no framing shall start until the 7h
(seventh) day after the concrete has been poured unless otherwise
directed by the Engineer, based on accepted Engineering practices and
sample cylinders have been tested to support the Engineer's
specifications.
7. Prior to receiving a Certificate of Occupancy, a final survey indicating
final grade elevations and verifying positive drainage away from the
foundation, and evidence from the homeowner that they have received
a copy of foundation maintenance instructions must be submitted to
Building Official.
8. Disclose to the City and to the potential buyer in writing whenever the
lot on which the home will be built has 24 (twenty-four) inches or
more of fill placed on it.
(xxiv) CHAPTER 31 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION is hereby amended by
amending 3107.1 to read as follows:
3107.1 General. Signs shall be designed, constructed and maintained in
accordance with this code and ordinances adopted by the City of Cibolo
regulating signs. Where conflicts arise between the Building Code and the
Code of Ordinances the city ordinance shall govern.
(xxv) CHAPTER 33 SAFEGUARDS DURING CONSTRUCTION is hereby
amended by amending 3308.1.1 to read as follows:
3308.1.1 Obstructions. Construction materials and equipment shall not
be placed or stored so as to obstruct any street, alley, or public right-of-
way access to fire hydrants, standpipes, fire or police alarm boxes, catch
basins, or manholes, nor shall such material or equipment be located with
20 feet (6096 mm) of a street intersection, or placed so as to obstruct
normal observations of traffic signals, obstruct the view of traffic or to
hinder the use of public transit loading platforms.
(xxvi) APPENDIX G FLOOD RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION is hereby
amended by amending G102.2 to read as follows:
G102.2 Establishment of flood hazard areas. The designation of flood
hazard areas are established as described in section 1612.3 of the Building
Code, and as adopted by City Council.
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(xxvii) APPENDIX H SIGNS is hereby amended by amending H101 to read as
follows:
H101.1 General. A sign shall not be erected in a manner that would
confuse or obstruct the view of or interfere with exit signs required by
Chapter 10 or with official traffic signs, signals, or devices or be in
conflict with Ordinances adopted by the City of Cibolo regulating signs.
Signs and sign support structures, together with their supports, braces,
guys and anchors, shall be kept in repair and in proper state of
preservation. The display surfaces of signs shall be kept neatly painted or
posted at all times. Where conflicts arise between the Building Code and
the Code of Ordinances the city ordinance shall govern.
(b) That all references to the ICC Electrical Code are deleted and shall reference the
current adopted version of the National Electric Code, 2017 Edition. That all references
to the Standards of the National Fire Protection Association shall be the most recent
additions on file in the office of the Fire Marshal.
(c) That all references to the International Plumbing Code and International Fuel Gas
Code are deleted and shall reference the current adopted Uniform Plumbing Code, 2015
Edition.
(d) That all references to the International Mechanical Code are deleted and shall
reference the current adopted Uniform Mechanical Code, 2015 Edition.
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EXHIBIT "B"
National Electrical Code,2017 Edition
Subject to the Amendments set out below, the National Electrical Code, 2017 Edition, and
Annexes A, B, C, E, F, G, and sections 80.1 through 80.13 of Annex H only, as published by
the National Fire Protection Association, (hereinafter collectively the "Code) are hereby
adopted as the Electric Code of the City of Cibolo except as amended and shall be known as
the National Electrical Code of the City of Cibolo, in the State of Texas, for regulating and
governing the safety of all electrical practices and prevention of hazards of all property,
buildings and structures; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions
and terms of said Electric Code on file in the office of the Building Official of Cibolo, are
hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this Ordinance, with
the additions, insertions, deletions and changes, if any, prescribed in (a) and (b) of Exhibit
"B"to this Ordinance.
(a) That the following sections or subsections of the Electric Code are hereby revised to read
as follows:
i. ARTICLE 90 INTRODUCTION is hereby amended by amending 90.1.1 to read as
follows:
90.1.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the National Electrical Code of the
City of Cibolo, herein after referred to as "the Code."
ii. ARTICLE 100 DEFINTIONS is hereby amended to add the definition of
Engineering Supervision to read as follows:
"Engineering Supervision" shall mean supervision by a Qualified State of Texas
Licensed Professional Engineer engaged primarily in the design or maintenance
of electrical installations.
iii. ARTICLE 210 BRANCH CIRCUITS is hereby amended by deleting the Exception
in 210.11(C)(4).
iv. ARTICLE 210 BRANCH CIRCUITS is hereby amended by amending
210.19(A)(1)to read as follows:
210.19(A)(1) General. Branch-circuit conductors shall have an ampacity not less
than the maximum load to be served. No branch circuit shall have wire smaller
than #12 AWG copper. Conductors shall be sized to carry not less than the larger
of 210.19(A)(1)(a) or(b).
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v. ARTICLE 210 BRANCH CIRCUITS is hereby amended by amending 210.22 to
read as follows:
210.22 Permissible Loads, Individual Branch Circuits, Outlet maximums. An
individual branch circuit shall be permitted to supply any load for which it is
rated, but in no case shall the load exceed the branch-circuit ampere rating. Outlet
maximums are not to exceed 12 outlets per circuit serving general lighting
circuits; not to exceed six (6) outlets serving each GFCI circuit; and not to exceed
four(4) outlets serving the small appliance branch circuit for counter tops.
vi. ARTICLE 210 BRANCH CIRCUITS is hereby amended by amending 210.50 to
add new subsection(D)to read as follows:
210.50(D) Separate Dedicated Branch Circuits. Separate dedicated branch
circuits shall be provided for each refrigerator, dishwasher, and garbage disposal
unit. These appliances shall be cord connected, and the garbage disposal shall be
switched by a snap switch located above or adjacent to the kitchen sink. The
dishwasher circuit will have no other outlets on the circuit
vii. ARTICLE 210 BRANCH CIRCUITS is hereby amended by amending 210.52(B)(1)
to delete exception and to read as follows:
210.52(B)(1) Receptacle Outlets Served. In the kitchen, pantry, breakfast room,
dining room, or similar area of a dwelling unit, the two or more 20-ampere small-
appliance branch circuits required by 210.11(C)(1) shall serve all wall and floor
receptacle outlets covered by 210.52(A), all countertop outlets covered by
210.52(C), and receptacle outlets for refrigeration equipment. Receptacle outlets
for refrigeration equipment shall be supplied from an individual branch circuit
rated 20 amps or greater
viii. ARTICLE 210 BRANCH CIRCUITS is hereby amended by amending 210.52(E) to
read as follows:
210.52(E) Outdoor Outlets. Outdoor receptacle outlets shall be installed in
accordance with 210.52(E)(1) through (E)(3). A separate dedicated branch circuit
shall be provided for all exterior GFCI outlets.
ix. ARTICLE 220 BRANCH-CIRCUIT, FEEDER, and SERVICE LOAD
CALCULATIONS is hereby amended by amending 220.1 to read as follows:
220.1 Scope. This article provides requirements for calculating branch-circuit,
feeder, and service loads. Part I provides general requirements for the calculation
methods. Part II provides calculation methods for branch-circuit loads. Parts III
and IV provide calculation methods for feeder and service loads. Part V provides
calculation methods for farm loads. All Commercial, Residential and Industrial
plans shall include load calculations using the appropriate method as indicated in
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the Code. This shall include, but shall not be limited to, both feeders, and service
entrance, and service lateral conduction. The above referenced load calculations
must be provided with the permit application and plan for a new service on an
existing dwelling.
x. ARTICLE 230 SERVICES is hereby amended by amending 230.70(A)(1) to read as
follows:
230.70(A)(1) Readily Accessible Location. All services shall have main
disconnecting means located outside of the building being served with a
maximum distance from building of 75'.
xi. ARTICLE 230 SERVICES is hereby amended by amending 230.71(A) to read as
follows:
230.71(A) General. Exception: Multi-occupant buildings. Individual service
disconnecting means is limited to six for each occupant. The number of individual
disconnects at one location may exceed six.
(b) The following amendments shall supersede any conflicting provision of the adopted Code
and include the following:
1. All accessible abandoned wiring systems and abandoned equipment both high
voltage and low voltage, shall be removed from all buildings or lease spaces when
there is a change of use, remodeling, or finish out work.
2. Electrical drawings of all multi-family, commercial and industrial plans must be
sealed by an appropriate State of Texas Licensed Engineer.
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EXHIBIT "C"
Uniform Plumbing Code,2015 Edition
That a certain document, two (2) copies of which are on file in the office of the Building
Official of Cibolo, being marked and designated as the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), 2015
Edition, including Appendix Chapters, A, B, D, E, G, I, J, K, and L as a guide as published by
the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), be and is hereby
adopted as the Plumbing Code of the City of Cibolo, in the State of Texas regulating and
governing the design, construction, quality of materials, erection, installation, alteration, repair,
location, relocation, replacement, addition to, use or maintenance of plumbing and gas systems
as herein provided; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefore; and
each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said Plumbing
Code on file in the office of the Building Official of the City of Cibolo are hereby referred to,
adopted, and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this Ordinance, with the additions,
insertions, deletions and changes, if any, prescribed in (a) and (b) of Exhibit "C" to this
Ordinance
(a) That the following sections and/or sub-sections of the Plumbing Code are hereby revised to
read as follows:
(i) CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending 103.3.1 to
read as follows:
103.3.1 License. Provisions for licensing shall be as required by the Plumbing
Licensing Law of the State of Texas.
(ii) CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending 104.5 to
read as follows:
104.5 Fees. The fees shall be assessed in accordance with the provisions of this
section and the fee for each permit shall be as set forth in the fee schedule as
adopted by the city of Cibolo.
(iii) CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending 104.5.1 to
read as follows:
104.5.1 Work Commencing Before Permit Issuance. The fee for work without
a permit shall be set forth in the fee schedule as adopted by the city of Cibolo.
(iv) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REGULATIONS is hereby amended by amending
310.4 Use of Vent and Waste Pipes to add a new subsection 310.4.1 to read as follows:
310.4.1 Prohibited Valves. No form of vent that depends on its function, upon
the action of a moveable part, shall be used, and any check valve or other type of
device with movable parts shall be prohibited to serve as a vent.
(v) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REGULATIONS is hereby amended by amending
310.0 Prohibited Fittings and Practices to add a new section 310.9 to read as follows:
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310.9 Utility Separation. No electric lines are to be installed in the same ditch
with plumbing, gas, sewer, or water piping unless a separation of 36" is
maintained.
(vi) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REGULATIONS is hereby amended by amending
312.6 Freezing Protection to change the name of the title to Freeze Protection and to
read as follows:
312.6 Freeze Protection. No water, soil, or waste pipe shall be installed or
permitted outside of a building, in attics or crawl spaces, or in an exterior wall
unless, where necessary, adequate provision is made to protect such pipe from
freezing. Piping that has a minimum of 4 inches of insulation placed over it shall
be considered protected from freezing.
(vii) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REGULATIONS is hereby amended by amending
312.0 Protection of Piping, Materials, and Structures to add a new section 312.15 to
read as follows:
312.15 Access Openings. When accessible openings are required by this code,
they shall be a minimum of 12" x 12" (305 mm x 305 mm) in dimension unless
otherwise approved by the administrative authority.
(viii) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REGULATIONS is hereby amended by amending
318.0 Test Gauges to add a new section 318.6 to read as follows:
318.6 Bleed Off Valve. Test gauges used for performing gas tests must have a
bleed off valve for inspection purposes.
(iv) CHAPTER 4 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE FITTINGS is hereby
amended by amending 412.1 to delete subsection 412.1.1 Nonwater Urinals in its
entirety.
(v) CHAPTER 4 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE FITTINGS is hereby
amended by amending 422.1 to substitute all references to Table 422.1 with Table 403.1
Minimum Number of Required Plumbing Fixtures from the 2015 International
Plumbing Code.
Table 422.1 Minimum Plumbing Facilities is hereby deleted from the City Code
in its entirety and substituting the following in lieu thereof:
Table 403.1 Minimum Number of Required Plumbing Fixtures from the 2015
International Plumbing Code shall be used in place of Table 422.1 for reference to
Minimum Number of Required Plumbing Fixtures.
Section 19 Urinals from the 2015 International Plumbing Code is added to Table
403.1 from the 2015 International Plumbing Code in lieu of Section 412 Urinals
from the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code.
(vi) CHAPTER 5 WATER HEATERS is hereby amended by amending 504.0 Water
Heater Requirements to amend 504.1 Location to add an exception to read as follows:
Exception: Electric water heaters shall be approved in both of these locations.
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(vii) CHAPTER 5 WATER HEATERS is hereby amended by amending 504.1
Location to add a new subsection 504.1.3 to read as follows:
504.1.3 Under Stairways. Only electric water heaters may be installed under a stairway
or landing.
(viii) CHAPTER 5 WATER HEATERS is hereby amended by amending 507.25 to
read as follows:
507.25 Protection of Outdoor Appliances. Appliances not listed for outdoor
installation but installed outdoors shall be protected by a full enclosure and shall
be installed in accordance with sections 504, 506, and 509. Appliances listed for
outdoor installation shall be permitted to be installed without protection in
accordance with the provisions of its listing. [NFPA 54:9.1.23]
(ix) CHAPTER 5 WATER HEATERS is hereby amended by amending 508.4
Appliances in Attics and Under-Floor Spaces by changing the title of said section to
Appliances in Attics, Above-the-Ceilings and Under-Floor Spaces and to read as
follows:
508.4 Appliances in Attics, Above-the-Ceilings and Under-Floor Spaces. An
attic, above-the-ceiling, or under-floor space in which an appliance is installed
shall be accessible through an opening and passageway not less than as large as
the largest component of the appliance and not less than 22 inches by Minces
(559 mm by 762 mm). Appliances in attics or above-the-ceiling spaces shall have
a permanently affixed ladder (folding or fixed) within 20 feet where the height of
the passageway is less than 6 feet.
(x) CHAPTER 5 WATER HEATERS is hereby amended by amending 508.4
Appliances in Attics, Above-the-Ceilings and Under-Floor Spaces to add a new
subsection 508.4.5 to read as follows:
508.4.5 Storage Type Water Heaters. Storage type water heaters shall not be
installed in an attic unless accessible through a vertical walk through type door
opening located in an occupied space on the same floor level and if in accordance
with sections 508.4.1 thru 508.4.4 of this code.
(xi) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending 601.2 Hot and Cold Water Required to delete the Exception from said
section.
(xii) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending 603.4 General Requirements to add the following sentence:
"All backflow assemblies and devices shall be installed in accordance with the
"Backflow Prevention Assembly Installation Standards" provided by the Building
Official."
(xiii) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending 603.4.2 to read as follows:
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603.4.2 Testing. The premise owner or responsible person shall have the
backflow prevention assembly tested by a certified backflow assembly tester at
the time of installation, repair, or relocation and not less than on an annual
schedule thereafter or more often where required by the Building Official.
Backflow prevention assemblies installed on a residential landscape irrigation
system shall be tested by a certified backflow assembly tester at the time of
installation, repair or relocation, and not less than every three years if the
landscape irrigation system does not include any of the following three
conditions:
i. Chemical feed port;
ii. Pumps; or
iii. Any portion of the irrigated area within the 100 year flood plain.
Should any of the above conditions exist, the backflow prevention assembly must
be tested by a certified backflow assembly tester on an annual schedule.
The periodic testing shall be performed in accordance with the procedures
referenced in ASSE Series 5000 by a tester qualified in accordance with the
standards. No installation of any testable device shall exceed 5 feet (1524 mm)
above the floor or grad.
(xiv) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending 603.5.6 to add a new subsection item(5)to read as follows:
603.5.6 Protection from Lawn Sprinklers and Irrigation Systems. Potable
water supplies to systems having no pumps or connections for pumping
equipment, and no chemical injection or provisions for chemical injection, shall
be protected from backflow by one of the following devices:
(1)Atmospheric vacuum breaker(AVB)
(2) Pressure vacuum breaker backflow prevention assembly (PVB)
(3) Spill-resistant pressure vacuum breaker(SVB)
(4) Reduced-pressure principle backflow prevention assembly (RP)
(5) Double Check Valve Assembly (DCVA)
(xv) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending 603.5.12 to delete the last sentence and to add new subsection 603.5.12.1
and to read as follows:
603.5.12 Beverage Dispensers. Potable water supply to beverage dispensers or
coffee machines shall be protected by an air gap or a Double Check Valve
Backflow Prevention Assembly (DCVA).
603.5.12.1 Carbonated Beverage Dispensers. Potable water supply to
carbonated beverage dispensers shall be protected by an air gap or a Reduced
Pressure Principle Backflow Prevention Assembly (RP). Piping material installed
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downstream of the backflow preventer shall not be affected by carbon dioxide
gas.
(xvi) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending 603.5 Specific Requirements to add new subsections 603.5.21 and 603.5.22 to
read as follows:
603.5.21 Site; Containment Backflow Prevention Requirements. Sites utilizing
Alternate Water Sources (Auxiliary Water) shall provide an air gap or a
mechanical backflow protection device located immediately downstream of all
potable City water meters and City service lines to private fire lines.
603.5.22 Cooling Tower Reservoirs. Water supply inlets that terminate inside
the envelope of a cooling tower shall be protected with a reduced pressure
principle backflow prevention assembly. Water supply inlets that terminate
outside the envelope of a cooling tower shall be protected by an air gap or
reduced pressure principle backflow prevention assembly.
(xvii) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending 604.3 Copper or Copper Alloy Tube to delete the Exception from said
section.
(xviii) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending 606.5 to read as follows:
606.5 Control Valve. A control valve shall be installed immediately ahead of each
water-supplied appliance and immediately ahead of each slip joint or appliance supply.
Parallel water distribution systems shall provide a control valve either
immediately ahead of each fixture being supplied or installed at the manifold, and
shall be identified with the fixture being supplied. Where parallel water
distribution system manifolds are located in attics, crawl spaces, or other locations
not readily accessible, a separate shutoff valve shall be required immediately
ahead of each individual fixture or appliance served. All water closets and
icemakers shall have a shutoff or control valve at the fixture.
(xix) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending 608.2 Excessive Water Pressure to delete the last sentence in said section and
removing the following sentence from said section:
"Systems designed by registered design professionals shall be permitted to use
approved pressure relief valves in lieu of expansion tanks provided such relief
valves have a maximum pressure relief setting of 100 psi (689 kPa) or less."
(xx) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending the first paragraph of 608.3 Expansion Tanks, Combination Pressure and
Temperature Relief Valves to add the following sentence at the end of such paragraph:
Thermal expansion control is limited to the use of expansion tanks.
(xxi) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending 609.5 to read as follows:
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609.5 Unions. Unions shall be installed in the water supply piping not more than 12
inches (305 mm) of regulating equipment, water heating, conditioning tanks, and similar
equipment that requires service by removal or replacement in a manner that will facilitate
its ready removal. The requirements of a union shall also apply to the temperature and
pressure relief valve drain.
(xxii) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending subsection(6) of 610.10 to read as follows:
609.10 Water Hammers. Building water supply systems where all bathroom
rg oups are installed shall be provided with water hammer arrester(s) to absorb
high pressures resulting from the quick closing of these valves. Water hammer
arresters shall be approved mechanical devices in accordance with ASSE 1010 or
PDIO-WH 201 and shall be installed as close as possible to quick-acting valves.
(xxiii) CHAPTER 6 WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by
amending subsection(6) of 610.13 Size of Potable Water Piping to read as follows:
(6) The size and material of irrigation water piping installed outside of a building
or structure and separated from the potable water supply by means of an approved
air gap or backflow prevention device is not regulated by this code. The potable
water piping system supplying each such irrigation system shall be adequately
sized as required elsewhere in this chapter to deliver the full connected demand of
both the domestic use and the irrigation systems. The irrigation system shall be
designed and installed as per TCEQ's requirements.
(xxiv) CHAPTER 7 SANITARY DRAINAGE is hereby amended by amending
subsection(3) of 701.2 Drainage Piping to read as follows:
(3) No vitrified clay pipe or fittings shall be used aboveground, under slab or
buildings, or where pressurized by a pump or ejector. They shall be kept at least
twelve (12) inches (305 mm)belowground.
(xxv) CHAPTER 7 SANITARY DRAINAGE is hereby amended by amending Table
701.2 Materials For Drain, Waste, Vent Pipe and Fittings to Vrohibit the use of Co-
Extruded ABS (Schedule 40) material and Co-Extruded PVC (Schedule 40) material
from use underground,under foundations or as a building sewer.
(xxvi) CHAPTER 7 SANITARY DRAINAGE is hereby amended by amending 705.8
Special Joints to add new subsection 705.8.5 to read as follows:
705.8.5 Limbless Joint Connections. Un-shielded couplings are prohibited.
Repairs on hubless pipe made underground or under a slab shall be made with a
wide-bodied shielded coupling.
(xxvii) CHAPTER 7 SANITARY DRAINAGE is hereby amended by amending 712.2
Water Test to add new subsection 712.2.1 to read as follows:
712.2.1 Pre-pour Test. The first floor DWV system shall be retested and
inspected prior to the slab being poured to assure there are no broken drain pipes
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below slab resulting from the backfill and steel placement. The water lines and
trap primers, if any, will also be checked at this time.
(xxviii)CHAPTER 7 SANITARY DRAINAGE is hereby amended by amending 715.1 to
read as follows:
715.1 Materials. The building sewer, beginning two (2) feet (610 mm) from any
building or structure, shall be a minimum of SCH 40 PVC for four (4) inch (102
mm) and smaller and SDR 35 PVC for six(6) inch(153 mm) and larger.
(xxix) CHAPTER 7 SANITARY DRAINAGE is hereby amended by amending 717.1 to
read as follows:
717.1 General. The minimum size of a building sewer shall be determined on the
basis of the total number of fixture units drained by such sewer, in accordance
with Table 717.1.No building sewer within private property shall be smaller than
the building drain, but in no case smaller than three (3) inches (76 mm).
(xxx) CHAPTER 7 SANITARY DRAINAGE is hereby amended by amending 719.0
Cleanouts to add new section 719.7 to read as follows:
719.7 Traffic Bearing. Cleanouts located in traffic-bearing areas shall be
installed with a vehicle traffic-bearing box. The box shall be set in concrete slab,
extending at least 12 inches from the perimeter of the cleanout. The slab shall be
no less than 6 inches thick. The concrete shall be no less than 2,500 psi.
(xxxi) CHAPTER 7 SANITARY DRAINAGE is hereby amended by amending 723.1 to
read as follows:
723.1 General. Building sewers shall be inspected for proper piping, pipe sizes,
fittings and location.No water test will be required.
(xxxii) CHAPTER 8 INDIRECT WASTES is hereby amended by amending 807.3
Domestic Dishwashing Machine to add an Exception to read as follows:
Exception: In lieu of the air gap fitting, a dishwasher loop may be used. It must
be securely fastened as high as possible under the counter top.
(xxxiii)CHAPTER 9 VENTS is hereby amended by amending 910.1 to read as follows:
910.1 Where Permitted. Combination waste and vent systems shall be permitted
for floor drains, floor sinks, hub drains and other similar clear water waste
fixtures. There shall be a minimum of two vents on the system. One shall be at the
beginning of the system and one shall be immediately before the uppermost
fixture on the system.
(xxxiv)CHAPTER 10 TRAPS AND INCEPTORS is hereby amended by amending
1011.0 Minimum Requirements for Auto Wash Racks to add new subsection 1011.2
to read as follows:
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1011.2 Interceptor Sizing. Automatic car washes (w/high pressure sprays and/or
brushes) shall install a 50 GPM interceptor, minimum, for a 4-bay vehicle wash.
The size of the interceptor shall increase 10 GPM for each additional wash bay
over 4. Single bay or portable washer type vehicle washes shall install a 20 GPM
interceptor, minimum. The sizing criteria for automatic car washes shall be based
on the above mentioned GPM x 12-minute retention time.
(xxxv) CHAPTER 10 TRAPS AND INCEPTORS is hereby amended by amending
1014.1.2 Maintenance to add a new second paragraph following the first paragraph to
read as follows:
Hydro mechanical grease interceptors shall be cleaned per manufacturer and PDI
requirements. Gravity grease interceptors shall be cleaned on a quarterly basis.
Manifests documenting the cleaning/pumping shall be maintained and available
for review by the city.
(xxxvi)CHAPTER 10 TRAPS AND INCEPTORS is hereby amended by amending
1014.1.3 Food Waste Disposers and Dishwashers by changing the title of 1014.1.3 to
Food Waste Disposal Units and Dishwasher and to add new subsections 1014.1.3.1 and
1014.1.3.2 to read as follow:
1014.1.3.1 Commercial Disposal Units. All commercial food waste disposal
units shall be connected to and discharge directly into a gravity grease interceptor.
1014.1.3.2 Gravity grease interceptor. All dishwashers shall discharge into a
gravity grease interceptor or meet the requirements of section 1014.2.4.
(xxxvii) CHAPTER 10 TRAPS AND INCEPTORS is hereby amended by
amending1014.2 Hydro mechanical Grease Interceptors to add new subsection 1014.2.
3 to read as follows:
1014.2.3 Excess Waste. Waste in excess of one hundred and forty (140) degrees
Fahrenheit shall not discharge into grease traps and grease interceptors 100 GPM
or smaller. A larger grease trap or interceptor shall be required.
(xxxviii) CHAPTER 10 TRAPS AND INCEPTORS is hereby amended by amending
1014.3.5 Construction Requirements to add new subsection 1014.3.5.1 to read as
follows:
1014.3.5.1 Sample Well. An effluent sampling well on all interceptors shall be
required. The sample well shall have a riser a minimum of six (6) inches (153
mm) in diameter and shall be installed after the confluence of all waste streams
from the facility and prior to discharging into the sanitary sewer collection
system. The well shall be perpendicular to the effluent lateral to allow observation
of the flow stream and provide for sampling of wastewater.
(xxxix) CHAPTER 10 TRAPS AND INTERCEPTORS is hereby amended by amending
said Chapter to add new sections 10 18.0, 1019.0 and 1020.0 to read as follows:
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1018.0 Silver Recovery Units. These units shall be installed in waste line(s)
leading from x-ray processing, photographic processing, and/or any procedures in
establishments such as medical labs, photo finishers, printers, graphic arts
production facilities, hospital, veterinary hospitals, or other establishments where
silver may be introduced into the sanitary sewer system.
1019.0 Neutralizing Devices. In no case shall corrosive liquids, spent acids, or
other harmful chemicals which might destroy or injure a drain, sewer, soil or
waste pipe, or which might create noxious fumes, discharge into the sanitary
sewer system without being thoroughly neutralized by passing through a properly
constructed and acceptable neutralizing medium, consisting of limestone or
marble chips, so as to make its contents non-injurious before being discharged
into the sanitary sewer system.
1020.0 Solid Interceptors. These shall be installed when pretreatment of waste streams
is necessary to prevent solids greater than one-half( Y2 ) inch in diameter, which may
cause line stoppage from entering the sanitary sewer system.
(xxxx) CHAPTER 12 FUEL GAS PIPING is hereby amended by amending 1203.3.1 to
read as follows:
1203.3.1 Rough Pipe Inspection. This inspection shall be made after gas piping
authorized by the permit has been installed and before such piping has been
covered or concealed or fixture or appliance has been attached thereto. This
inspection shall include a determination that the gas piping size, material and
installation meet the requirements of this code. The piping shall be tested by
closing all openings and subjecting the pipes to an air pressure that will support a
column of mercury fifteen (15) inches (3 81 mm) in height for at least 15 minutes,
or a 10 psi air test using a dial gauge as described in Section 319 with a Grade Al
or better quality. For gas systems with pressures in excess of 14 inches of water
column, the test pressure shall not be less than 1 /2 times the operating pressure
for the system and shall hold this pressure for a minimum of 25 minutes.
(xxxxi) CHAPTER 12 FUEL GAS PIPING is hereby amended by amending 1203.3.2 to
read as follows:
1203.3.2 Final Piping Inspection. The inspection shall be made after all piping
authorized by the permit has been installed and after all portions thereof that are
to be covered or concealed are so concealed and before any fixtures, appliances
and shut-off valves have been attached thereto. This inspection shall include a
column of mercury six(6) inches (152 mm) in height for at least 15 minutes, or of
a 5 psi air test using a dial gauge as described in Section 319 with a Grade Al or
better quality. For gas systems with pressures in excess of 14 inches of water
column, the test pressure shall not be less than 1 1/2 times the operating pressure
for the system and shall hold this pressure for a minimum of 25 minutes.
(xxxxii) CHAPTER 12 FUEL GAS PIPING is hereby amended by amending 1208.5.3.4
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Corrugated Stainless Steel to add new subsections 1208.5.3.4.1 and 1208.5.3.4.2 to read
as follows:
1208.5.3.4.1 Steel piping will be required for the meter loop and into the wall and
up thru the top plate with a 90° steel pipe fitting in the attic for the transition,
1208.5.3.4.2 When CSST tubing passes behind stucco, plaster or areas where
staples are used, it shall be protected by a continuous sleeve or AGA approved
shield that is twice the diameter of the CSST tubing being protected.
(xxxxiii) CHAPTER 12 FUEL GAS PIPING is hereby amended by amending 1208.5.8.1
Pipe Joints to add a new subsection 1208.5.8.1.1 to read as follows:
1208.5.8.1.1 All welded joints in piping system shall be welded by a certified
pipe welder as defined in chapter 2.
(xxxxiv) CHAPTER 12 FUEL GAS PIPING is hereby amended by amending 1210.1.1
Cover Requirements to add a new second paragraph following the first paragraph of
said section, said second paragraph to read as follows:
Polyethylene piping shall have a minimum of 18 inches of cover. When a plastic
detectable tape with a metal core is used, it shall be buried in the trench six (6)
inches (152 mm) above the pipe or six (6) inches (152 mm) below finished grade
and shall be secured to the risers at each end of the line. The plastic tape shall be
yellow in color and shall be imprinted with the following: "Caution: Gas Line
Buried Below". A caution tape with this print on it shall be used for all buried
gas pipe. All water service and supply lines crossing under sidewalks or
driveways shall be enclosed within a sleeve two pipe sizes greater than the pipe
passing through, so as to allow removal and replacement, and shall be at a
minimum depth of 12 inches (305 mm) below finish grade unless otherwise
required by the code official.
(xxxxv) CHAPTER 12 FUEL GAS PIPING is hereby amended by amending 1210.13 to
read as follows:
1210.1.3 Protection Against Corrosion. Gas piping in contact with earth or
other material that is capable of corroding the piping shall be protected against
corrosion in an approved manner. Where dissimilar metals are joined
underground, an insulating coupling or fitting shall be used. Piping shall not be
laid in contact with cinders. Uncoated threaded or socket-welded joints shall not
be used in piping in contact with soil or where internal or external crevice
corrosion is known to occur. See NFPA 54:7.1.3. Steel piping that does not meet
the requirements for burial shall be installed above the ground a minimum of 6
inches above finished grade.
(xxxxvi) APPENDIX E MANUFACTURED/MOBILE HOME PARKS AND
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKS is hereby amended to change the name of
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APPENDIX E which name change will be applicable to all sections thereafter as
follows:
MANUFACTUREDIMOBILE HOME PARKS, SUBDIVISION OR SITE
AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKS.
(xxxxvii) APPENDIX E MANUFACTURED/MOBILE HOME PARKS,
SUBDIVISION OR SITE AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKS is hereby
amended by amending E203.0 Drainage (Sewage) Lines to add a new section E 203.2
to read as follows:
E 203.2 Drainage/Sewer System Requirements. Manufactured/Mobile Home
parks, subdivision or site shall meet the following requirements for the
drainage/sewer system on site: The sewer main shall be six (6) inch (152 mm)
minimum, with four (4) inch (102 mm) minimum laterals to the M/H pad and a
four(4) inch(102 mm) p-trap. There shall be one three (3) inch(76 mm) vent for
each 10 traps starting at the upper most point on the system. The vent shall
connect to the drain system at the top portion of the drain pipe and terminate a
minimum of ten(10) feet (3048 mm) above finish grade. The horizontal run shall
be kept as short as reasonably possible.
(b) This Code shall hereby be amended by amending the Uniform Plumbing Code, 2015 Edition
to adopt Appendix D Degree Day and Design Temperatures from the International Plumbing
Code, 2015 Edition.
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EXHIBIT "D"
Residential Code,2015 Edition
That a certain document, three (3) copies of which are on file in the office of the Building
Official of Cibolo, being marked and designated as the International Residential Code, 2015
Edition, including Appendix Chapters E, H, O, and Q from the International Residential
Code, 2018 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, be and is hereby
adopted as the Residential Code of the City of Cibolo, in the State of Texas, for regulating
and governing the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair,
erection, location, 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 as herein provided; providing for the issuance of permits and
collection of fees therefor; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties,
conditions and terms of said Residential Code on file in the office of the Building Official of
Cibolo, are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this
ordinance, with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes, if any, prescribed in (a), (b),
(c), (d), (e), (f), (g), (h), (i) and 0) of Exhibit"D"to this Ordinance.
a) That the following sections and/or sub-sections of the Residential Code are hereby
revised to read as follows:
(i) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending R101.1 to read as follows:
R101.1 Title. These provisions shall be known as the Residential Code for One-
and Two-Family Dwellings of Cibolo, and shall be cited as such and will be
referred to herein as "this code".
(ii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending R102 Applicability to add new sections R102.8 and R102.9 to read as follows:
R102.8 Plumbing, Gas, Sewer, Storm Drainage, Etc. All plumbing, gas, sewer,
etc. references and Chapters 24 — 33 are hereby deleted and replaced with the
2015 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code.
R102.9 Electrical. All electrical references to Chapters 34-43 are hereby deleted
and replaced with the National Electric Code, 2017 Edition.
(iii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending R105.2 Work exempt from permit Building item number (1) to read as
follows:
1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds,
playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 100
square feet.
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(iv) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending R105.2 Work exempt from permit to delete Building item numbers (2) and
(5) in their entirety.
(v) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending Section R105.2 Work exempt from permit Building item number (10) to
read as follows:
10. Decks not exceeding 64 square feet (5.95m2) in area that is not more than
18 inches above grade at any point.
(vi) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending 105.3 Application for permit to add new item numbers (8), (9) and (10) to
read as follows:
8. Indicate the total square footage, of the foundation and all floors above or
below as measured from the exterior and indicate the number of stories.
9. Be accompanied by the International Energy Conservation Code compliance
certification specific to the permitted address.
10. Indicate the total square footage of impervious cover (i.e.: foundation,
driveway, sidewalks, etc.)
(vii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending R106.1.1 Information on construction documents to add specific
requirements, which requirements are not all inclusive,to read as follows:
1. Indicate the street name, address number, and lot and block numbers.
2. Engineered foundation plan. Foundation plans shall have all details identified.
3. Floor plans shall be scaled and laid out as it is to be built, if plans show
optional details options shall be clearly indicated, show glazing percentages.
4. Frame details shall include but not be limited to live load design, wind speed
design, wall bracing requirements, studs required for support of beams, header
size and support requirements.
5. Roof and ceiling joist plan with specifications and details.
6. Electrical plan.
7. Plumbing plan.
8. Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning plan.
9. Construction plans shall have adopted codes listed.
10. Give such other data and information as required by the building official.
11. Indicate the total square footage of all impervious cover ( i.e.: foundation,
driveway, sidewalks etc.)
(viii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending R106.2 Site plan or plot plan to add specific requirements, which
requirements are not all inclusive, to read as follows:
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1. Indicate the street name, address number, and lot and block numbers.
2. Provide total lot square footage.
3. Provide the total square footage of the foundation to include attached garages.
4. Indicate percentage of all impervious coverage.
5. Provide square footage of foundation to include garages, porches, patios,
driveways, and walkways.
6. Indicate all building setback lines.
7. Indicate all easements.
8. Indicate property pin locations and distance.
9. Percentage of slope on driveway.
10. Indicate drainage elevation across the property.
11. Show curb lines and sidewalks.
12. Give such other data and information as required by the building official.
(ix) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending 107.0 Board of Appeals to delete sections 107.1 General and 107.2
Limitations of Authority in their entirety and substituting the following in lieu thereof-
107.1
hereof107.1 General. A Board of Appeals is established under and shall operate
pursuant to City of Cibolo Code of Ordinances Section 14-3.
(x) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by the
deletion of sections R112.1 General, R112.2 Limitations on authority, R112.3
Qualifications and R112.4 Administration in their entirety and substituting the
following in lieu thereof as new R112.1:
R112.1 General. A Board of Appeals is established under and shall operate
pursuant to City of Cibolo Code of Ordinances Section 14-3.
(xi) CHAPTER 3 BUILDING PLANNING is hereby amended by amending Table
R301.2(1) in section R301.2 Climatic and geographic design criteria to provide the
local design criteria for the City of Cibolo as follows:
Ground Wind Design Seismic Subject to Damage From Winter Ice Flood Air Mean
Design Design Barrier Hazardsg Freezing Annual
Snow Category Temp.a Under- Indexl Temp.j
Layment
Load MpH Effects Weatheringa Frost Termacc Required
Line
Depthb
5 115 NO n Negligible 12" Moderate 30°F NO See 50 Days 70°F
to Heavy Adopted
Ordinances
NOTES (a thru m ) REMAIN AS WRITTEN
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(xii) CHAPTER 3 BUILDING PLANNING is hereby amended by amending R311.5
Construction to add new subsection R311.5.2 to read as follows:
R311.5.2 Obstruction. Except for a fence, no obstruction shall be placed in the
side yard setback that impedes the ingress to or egress from the side yard area
from front to back. There shall be a minimum clearance of 30 inches between any
obstruction and the fence or property line.
(xiii) CHAPTER 3 BUILDING PLANNING is hereby amended by amending R313.2
to read as follows:
R313.2 One and two-family dwellings automatic fire systems. All one and two
family dwellings 4500 square foot and larger shall have an automatic fire
sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section P2904 or NFPA 131).
Exception: An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall not be required
for additions or alterations to existing buildings that are not already provided with
an automatic residential sprinkler system.
(xix) CHAPTER 3 BUILDING PLANNING is hereby amended by the deletion of
R313.2.1 Design and installation in its entirety.
(xx) CHAPTER 3 BUILDING PLANNING is hereby amended by amending R315.2.2
to read as follows:
R315.2.2 Alterations, repairs and additions. Where alterations, repairs or
addition requiring a building permit occur inside of existing dwellings that have
attached garage or inside of existing dwellings within which fuel-fired appliances
exist, or where one or more sleeping rooms are added or created in existing
dwellings, the individual dwelling unit shall be equipped with carbon monoxide
alarms located as required for new dwellings.
Exceptions:
1. Work involving the exterior surfaces of dwellings, such as the replacement
of roofing or siding, or the addition or replacement of windows or doors, or the
addition of a porch or deck, is exempt from the requirements of this section.
2. Installation, alteration or repairs of plumbing or mechanical systems are
exempt from the requirements of this section.
(xxi) CHAPTER 4 FOUNDATIONS is hereby amended by amending R402.2
Concrete to add new subsection R402.2.1 to read as follows:
R402.2.2 Flatwork Specifications shall meet the requirements of the "Flatwork
Requirements in the City of Cibolo"handout available at the permit office.
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(xxii) CHAPTER 4 FOUNDATIONS is hereby amended by amending R403.1.4 to read
as follows:
R403.1.4 Minimum Depth. Exterior footings shall be placed not less than 24"
below the undisturbed ground surface.
(xxiii) CHAPTER 4 FOUNDATIONS is hereby amended by amending R403.1.8 to read
as follows:
R403.1.8 Foundations on expansive soils. Foundation and floor slabs for
buildings located on expansive soils shall be designed in accordance with Section
1808.6 of the International Building Code, The American Society of Civil
Engineers Texas Section Recommended Practice for the Design of Residential
Foundations Version 2 as it currently exists or may be amended, and/or other
accepted industry standards that may be acceptable to the Building Official. All
foundations shall be designed by a registered Professional Engineer in the State of
Texas and all drawings and documentation must be signed and sealed. The above
information and a GeoTech Report shall be required for each lot. Documentation
shall include:
1. Design letter referencing soils report number, date of report, and soils
engineer name; specific location including lot, block, and subdivision;
specific design criteria including soil bearing capacity, plasticity index,
and potential vertical rise. The engineer shall also approve a concrete mix
design with performance criteria based on soils and seasonal conditions.
2. Signed and sealed drawings clearly indicating strand and reinforcement
placement, pier size, depth, location, and reinforcing beam size and
location, and special details. Design calculations must be included in the
permanent permit file for each project.
3. Design engineer shall perform a pre-pour inspection. This inspection shall
take place prior to requesting a foundation inspection from the Building
Official. The engineer shall provide to the Building Official a Letter of
Final Acceptance stating that the foundation has been placed in
compliance with the design prior to the issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy.
4. Rough grading of lot after form removal to maintain drainage away from
the foundation during the construction process.
5. The post tensioning cannot take place until the 7th day after the concrete
has been poured and that no framing can start until one day after the post
tensioning has taken place, unless otherwise directed by the engineer,
based on accepted engineering practices and sample cylinders have been
tested to support the engineer's specifications.
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6. For conventional steel foundations, no framing shall start until the 70' day
after the concrete has been poured unless otherwise directed by the
engineer, based on accepted engineering practices and sample cylinders
have been tested to support the engineer's specifications.
7. Prior to receiving a Certificate of Occupancy, a final survey indicating
final grade elevations and verifying positive drainage away from the
foundation, and evidence from the homeowner that they have received a
copy of foundation maintenance instructions must be submitted to the
Building Official.
8. Disclose to the City and to the potential Buyer in writing whenever the lot
on which the home will be built has 24 inches or more of fill placed on it.
Exception: Slab-on-ground and other foundation systems which have performed
adequately in soil conditions similar to those encountered at the building site are
permitted subject to the approval of the building official.
(xxiv) CHAPTER 13 GENERAL MECHANICAL SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS is
amended by amending M1301.3 to add subsection M1301.3.1 to read as follows:
M1301.3.1 Duct insulation. Ducts installed in houses that will have spray foam
insulation shall be maintained with a minimum of 12" clearance from roof deck
for proper installation of insulation.
(xxv) CHAPTER 13 GENERAL MECHANICAL SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS is
amended by amending M1305.1 to read as follows:
M1305.1 Appliance access for inspection service, repair and replacement.
Appliances shall be accessible for inspection, service, repair and replacement
without removing permanent construction, other appliances, or any other piping
or ducts not connected to the appliance being inspected, serviced, repaired or
replaced. A level working space at least 30 inches deep and 30 inches wide (762
mm by 762 mm) and not less than 3/4-inch (19 mm) thick shall be provided in
front of the control side of the appliance. Installation of room heaters shall be
permitted with at least an 18-inch (457 mm) working space. A platform shall not
be required for room heaters.
(xxvi) CHAPTER 13 GENERAL MECHANICAL SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS is
amended by amending M1305.1.3 to read as follows:
M1305.1.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing appliances requiring access
shall be provided with an opening with a permanent ladder and a clear and
unobstructed passageway large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance,
but not be less than 30 inches (762 mm) high and 22 inches (559 mm) wide and
not more than 20 feet (6096 mm) in length measured along the centerline of the
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passageway from the opening to the appliance. The passageway shall have
continuous solid flooring in accordance with Chapter 5 not less than 24 inches
(610 mm) wide and not less than 3/4-inch (19 mm) thick. A level service space
not less than 30 inches (762 mm) deep and 30 inches (762 mm) wide and not less
than 3/4-inch (19 mm) thick shall be present along all sides of the appliance
where access is required. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a
minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), where such
dimensions are large enough to allow removal of the largest appliance.
The Exception to M305.1.3 is not amended.
(xxvii) CHAPTER 15 EXHAUST SYSTEMS is amended by amending M1501.1 to read
as follows:
M1501.1 Outdoor discharge. The air removed by every mechanical exhaust
system shall be discharged to the outdoors. Air shall not be exhausted into an
attic, soffit, ridge vent or crawl space. Exhaust ducts shall terminate not less than
3 feet(914 mm) in any direction from openings into buildings.
(xxviii) CHAPTER 16 DUCT SYSTEMS is amended by amending M1601.4.1 Joints,
seams, and connections to add sentence at the end to read as follows:
"All joints and seams for duct systems shall be sealed with mastic and any
damaged air ducts or duct boards must be repaired with a listed material."
b) This Code shall hereby be amended by amending the International Residential Code, 2015
Edition to adopt Appendix Q Tiny Houses in its entirety from the International Residential
Code, 2018 Edition. Any conflicts shall be superseded by the provisions contained in
Appendix Q.
c) That all walls containing plumbing, piping, or conduit larger than 2 inch (38 mm) inside
diameter shall have a minimum of 6 inch(152 mm) stud width.
d) That all pressure gauges installed or used for testing shall have the working range in the
middle third of the gauges minimum and maximum pressure ends.
e) That all piping, ducting and similar penetrations through walls, floors and ceilings shall be
sealed to prevent entry of rodents and insects.
f) That all water service and supply lines crossing under sidewalks or driveways shall be
enclosed within a sleeve two pipe sizes greater than the pipe passing through, so as to allow
removal and replacement, and shall be at a minimum depth of 12 inches (305 mm) below
finish grade unless otherwise required by the code official.
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g) The use of streets, alleys and public property for the storage or handling of materials or of
equipment required for construction or demolition, and the protection provided to the public
shall comply with the provisions of the authority having jurisdiction and this section.
h) Construction materials and or equipment shall not be placed or stored so as to obstruct any
street, alley, public right-of-way, access to fire hydrants, standpipes, fire or police alarm
boxes, catch basins or manholes, nor shall such material or equipment be located within 20
feet (6.1 m) of a street intersection, or placed so as to obstruct normal observations of traffic
signals or obstruct the view of traffic.
i) Construction materials, trash, garbage, rubbish, and debris shall be secured or contained in
approved covered containers so as to prevent such items from leaving the property, lot or
construction site. Uncovered containers may be approved in writing at the discretion of the
code official. Construction sites shall be kept neat, clean and orderly and free of hazards.
j) Trenching and Excavating. Underground utilities shall be located and marked before
trenching or excavating. It shall be a violation of this ordinance to trench or excavate
without properly making request for utility locates, and for damaging utilities that have been
properly located. Requests shall be made using state recognized locating guidelines and
procedures.
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EXHIBIT "E"
Energy Conservation Code,2015 Edition
That a certain document, two (2) copies of which are on file in the office of the Building Official
of Cibolo, being marked and designated as the International Energy Conservation Code, 2015
edition, as published by the International Code Council, be and is hereby adopted as the Energy
Conservation Code of the City of Cibolo, in the State of Texas for regulating and governing
energy efficient building envelopes and installation of energy efficient mechanical, lighting and
power systems as herein provided; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees
therefore; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said
Energy Conservation Code on file in the office of the Building Official of the City of Cibolo are
hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this Ordinance, with the
additions, insertions, deletions and changes, if any, prescribed in (a), (b), (c) and (d) of Exhibit
"B"to this Ordinance.
(a) That the following sections and/or subsections of the Energy Conservation Code are
hereby revised to read as follows:
(i) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending 101.1 to read as follows:
101.1 Title. This code shall be known as the International Energy Conservation
Code of Cibolo, and shall be cited as such. It is referred to herein as "this code."
(ii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by the
deletion of C109.1 General, C109.2 Limitations of authority and C109.3
Qualifications in their entirety and substituting the following in lieu thereof as new
C109.1:
C109.1 General. A Board of Appeals is established under and shall operate
pursuant to City of Cibolo Code of Ordinances Section 14-3.
(b) That all references to the ICC Electrical Code are deleted and shall reference the current
adopted version of the National Electric Code, 2017 Edition.
(c) That all references to the International Plumbing Code and International Fuel Gas Code
are deleted and shall reference the current adopted Uniform Plumbing Code, 2015
Edition.
(d) That all references to the International Mechanical Code are deleted and shall reference
the current adopted Uniform Mechanical Code, 2015 Edition.
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EXHIBIT "F"
Property Maintenance Code,2015 Edition
That a certain document, two (2) copies of which are on file in the office of the Building Official
of Cibolo being marked and designated as the International Property Maintenance Code, 2015
edition, as published by the International Code Council, be and is hereby adopted as the Property
Maintenance Code of the City of Cibolo, in the State of Texas for regulating and governing the
conditions and maintenance of all property, buildings and structures; by providing the standards
for supplied utilities and facilities and other physical things and conditions essential to ensure
that structures are safe, sanitary and fit for occupation and use; and the condemnation of
buildings and structures unfit for human occupancy and use, and the demolition of such existing
structures as herein provided; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees
therefore; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said
Property Maintenance Code on file in the office of the Building Official of the City of Cibolo are
hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this Ordinance, with the
additions, insertions, deletions and changes, if any, prescribed in (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) of
Exhibit"F"to this Ordinance.
(a) That the following sections and/or sub-sections of the Property Maintenance Code are
hereby revised to read as follows:
(i) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending [A] 101.1 to read as follows:
[A] 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Property Maintenance
Code of Cibolo, hereinafter referred to as "this code."
(ii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending [A] 102.3 to read as follows:
[A] 102.3 Application of other codes. Repairs, additions or alterations to a
structure, or changes of occupancy, shall be done in accordance with the
procedures and provisions of the International Building Code, 2015 Edition,
Uniform Plumbing Code. 2015 Edition, Uniform Mechanical Code, 2015 Edition,
International Energy Conservation Code, 2015 Edition, International Residential
Code, 2015 Edition and the National Electrical Code, 2017 Edition. Nothing in
this code shall be construed to cancel, modify or set aside any provision of the
City's Zoning Ordinance or other ordinances adopted by the City of Cibolo. The
above referenced codes supersede any other codes that may be referenced in this
code.
(iii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending [A] 103.5 to read as follows:
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[A] 103.5 Fees. The fees for activities and services performed by the department
in carrying out its responsibilities under this code shall be as adopted by the City
Council from time to time in the City's Fee Schedule.
(iv) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by the
deletion of sections [A] 111.2.1 Alternate Members, [A] 111.2.2 Chairman, [A]
111.2.3 Disqualification of member, [A] 111.2.4 Secretary, [A] 111.2.5 Compensation
of members in their entirety and substituting the following in lieu thereof as new
[A] 111.2:
111.2 Membership of board. A Board of Appeals is established under and shall
operate pursuant to City of Cibolo Code of Ordinances Section 14-3.
(v) CHAPTER 2 DEFINITIONS is hereby amended by amending 201.3 to read as
follows:
201.3 Terms defined in other codes. Where terms are not defined in this code
and are defined in the International Building Code, 2015 Edition, International
Fire Code, City's Zoning Ordinance, Uniform Plumbing Code, 2015 Edition,
Uniform Mechanical Code, 2015 Edition or the National Electrical Code, 2017
Edition such terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them as stated in those
codes.
(vi) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS is hereby amended by amending
302.4 to add Exception and to read as follows:
302.4 Weeds. All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from
weeds or plant growth in excess of 12 inches (305 mm) and when determined by
the code official to be offensive. It shall be unlawful for any owner, tenant,
lessee, agent or occupant of any lot or premises to permit any weeds, grass or
other vegetation to grow or remain upon any premises, so as to become offensive
or emit foul or noxious odor, or to become a breeding place for flies or insects or
to become in any way unsanitary or injurious to the public health. All noxious
weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants
and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs provided; however, this term shall not
include cultivated flowers and gardens.
Upon failure of the owner or agent having charge of a property to cut and destroy
weeds after service of a notice of violation, they shall be subject to prosecution in
accordance with Section 106.3 and as prescribed by the authority having
jurisdiction. Upon failure to comply with the notice of violation, any duly
authorized employee of the jurisdiction or contractor hired by the jurisdiction
shall be authorized to enter upon the property in violation and cut and destroy the
weeds growing thereon, and the costs of such removal shall be paid by the owner
or agent responsible for the property.
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Exception: Agricultural property and property being cultivated. A 50 foot (15
240 mm) wide zone shall be maintained between cultivated crops and adjoining
commercial or residential use property lines.
(vii) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS is hereby amended by amending
304.14 to read as follows:
304.14 Insect screens. During the period from March 1" to November 30th,
every door, window and other outside opening required for ventilation of
habitable rooms, food preparation areas, food service areas or any areas where
products to be included or utilized in food for human consumption are processed,
manufactured, packaged or stored shall be supplied with approved tightly fitting
screens of not less than 16 mesh per inch (16 mesh per 25 mm), and every screen
door used for insect control shall have a self-closing device in good working
condition.
Exception: Screens shall not be required where other approved means, such as
air curtains or insect repellent fans, are employed.
(viii) CHAPTER 5 PLUMBING FACILITIES AND FIXTURE REQUIREMENTS is
hereby amended by amending 505.4 to read as follows:
505.4 Water heating facilities. Water heating facilities shall be properly
installed, maintained and capable of providing an adequate amount of water to be
drawn at every required sink, lavatory, bathtub, shower and laundry facility at a
temperature of not less than 1207 (49°C). A gas-burning water heater shall not
be located in any bathroom, toilet room, bedroom or other occupied room
normally kept closed, unless adequate combustion air is provided. An approved
combination temperature and pressure-relief valve and relief valve discharge pipe
shall be properly installed and maintained on water heaters.
(ix) CHAPTER 6 MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS is hereby
amended by amending 602.3 to read as follows:
602.3 Heat supply. Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases
or lets one or more dwelling units or sleeping units on terms, either expressed or
implied, to furnish heat to the occupants thereof shall supply heat during the
period from November 1St to February 28th to maintain a temperature of not less
than 68°F (20°C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms.
Exceptions are not amended.
(x) CHAPTER 6 MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS is hereby
amended by amending 602.4 to read as follows:
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602.4 Occupiable work spaces. Indoor occupiable work spaces shall be supplied
with heat during the period from November 1St to February 28th to maintain a
temperature of not less than 65°F (18°C) during the period the spaces are
occupied.
Exceptions:
1. Processing, storage and operation areas that require cooling or special
temperature conditions.
2. Areas in which persons are primarily engaged in vigorous physical
activities.
(b) That all references to the ICC Electrical Code are deleted and shall reference the
current adopted version of the National Electric Code, 2017 Edition.
(c) That all references to the International Plumbing Code, except Appendix D of the
International Plumbing Code, and International Fuel Gas Code are deleted and shall
reference the current adopted Uniform Plumbing Code, 2015 Edition.
(d) That all references to the International Mechanical Code are deleted and shall
reference the current adopted Uniform Mechanical Code, 2015 Edition.
(e) That all pressure gauges installed or used for testing shall have the working range in
the middle third of the gauges minimum and maximum pressure ends.
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EXHIBIT "G"
Existing Building Code,2015 Edition
That a certain document, two (2) copies of which are on file in the office of the Building
Official of Cibolo, being marked and designated as the International Existing Building Code,
2015 edition, including Appendix Chapters A, B, C and Appendix Chapters Resource A as a
guideline, as published by the International Code Council, be and is hereby adopted as the
Existing Building Code of the City of Cibolo, in the State of Texas for regulating and
governing the repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition and relocation of existing
buildings, including historic buildings, as herein provided; providing for the issuance of
permits and collection of fees therefor; and each and all of the regulations, provisions,
penalties, conditions and terms of said Existing Building Code on file in the office of the
Building Official of Cibolo are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if fully
set out in this Ordinance, with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes, if any,
prescribed in(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (f) and (g) of Exhibit"G"to this Ordinance.
(a) That the following sections and/or subsections of the Existing Building Code are
hereby revised to read as follows:
(i) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending [A] 101.1 to read as follows:
[A] 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Existing
Building Code of Cibolo,hereinafter referred to as "this code."
(ii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending [A] 105.2 Work exempt from permit to delete Building item number
1 in its entirety.
(ii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
the deletion of sections [A] 112.1 General, [A] 112.2 Limitations on authority,
and [A] 112.3 Qualifications in their entirety and substituting the following in
lieu thereof as new [A] 112.1:
[A] 112.1 General. A Board of Appeals is established under and shall operate
pursuant to City of Cibolo Code of Ordinances Section 14-3.
(iii) CHAPTER 14 PERFORMANCE COMPLIANCE METHODS is hereby
amended by amending 1401.2 to read as follows:
1401.2 Applicability. Structures existing prior to the effective date of the
Ordinance enabling the adoption of this code, in which there is work
involving additions, alterations, or changes of occupancy shall be made to
conform to the requirements of this chapter or provisions of Chapters 5
through 13. The provisions of Section 1401.2.1 through 1401.2.5 shall
apply to existing occupancies that will continue to be, or are proposed to
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be, in Groups A, B, E, F, M, R, and S. These provisions shall not apply to
buildings with occupancies in Group H or I-1, I-3, or I-4.
(b) That all references to the ICC Electrical Code are deleted and shall reference the
current adopted version of the National Electric Code, 2017 Edition.
(c) That all references to the International Plumbing Code and International Fuel Gas
Code are deleted and shall reference the current adopted Uniform Plumbing Code,
2015 Edition.
(d) That all references to the International Mechanical Code are deleted and shall
reference the current adopted Uniform Mechanical Code, 2015 Edition.
(e) That all piping, ducting and similar penetrations through walls, floors and ceilings
shall be sealed to prevent entry of rodents and insects.
(f) That all water service and supply lines crossing under sidewalks or driveways shall be
enclosed within a sleeve two pipe sizes greater than the pipe passing through, so as to
allow removal and replacement, and shall be at a minimum depth of 12 inches (305
mm) below finish grade unless otherwise required by the code official.
(g) The use of streets, alleys and public property for the storage or handling of materials
or of equipment required for construction or demolition, and the protection provided
to the public shall comply with the provisions of the authority having jurisdiction and
this section.
(h) Construction materials and equipment shall not be placed or stored so as to obstruct
any street, alley, public right-of-way, access to fire hydrants, standpipes, fire or police
alarm boxes, catch basins or manholes, nor shall such material or equipment be
located within 20 feet (6.1 m) of a street intersection, or placed so as to obstruct
normal observations of traffic signals or obstruct the view of traffic.
(i) Trenching and Excavating. Construction materials, trash, garbage, rubbish, and debris
shall be secured or contained in approved covered containers so as to prevent such
items from leaving the property, lot or construction site. Uncovered containers may
be approved in writing at the discretion of the code official. Construction sites shall
be kept neat, clean and orderly and free of hazards.
0) Underground utilities shall be located and marked before trenching or excavating. It
shall be a violation of this ordinance to trench or excavate without properly making
request for utility locates, and for damaging utilities that have been properly located.
Requests shall be made using nationally recognized locating guidelines and
procedures.
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EXHIBIT "H"
Fire Code,2015 Edition
That a certain document, two (2) copies of which are on file in the office of the Building
Official of Cibolo, being marked and designated as the International Fire Code, 2015
edition, including Appendix Chapters B, C, D, F, H, I and J. Appendix Chapters E and G are
guidelines as published by the International Code Council, be and is hereby adopted as the
Fire Code of the City of Cibolo, in the State of Texas regulating and governing the
safeguarding of life and property from fire and explosion hazards arising from the storage,
handling and use of hazardous substances, materials and devices, and from conditions
hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and premises as herein provided;
providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefor; and each and all of the
regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said Fire Code on file in the office
of the City of Cibolo are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if fully set
out in this ordinance, with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes, if any, prescribed
in subsection a., b., and c.,below:
(a) That the following sections and/or sub-sections of the Fire Code are hereby revised to
read as follows:
(i) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending
101.1 to read as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Fire Code of Cibolo,
hereinafter referred to as "this code".
(ii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending
104.6.2 to read as follows:
104.6.2 Inspections. The fire code official shall keep a record of each inspection
made, including notices and orders issued, showing the findings and disposition
of each. The fire code official shall inspect all businesses, buildings, and places
open to the public in the City of Cibolo annually or more frequently required by
the fire code official.
(iii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending
104.11.2 to read as follows:
104.11.2 Obstructing operations. Persons shall not 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, and no person
shall obstruct the operations of the fire code official in connection with the
investigation of any fire, or actions relative to other emergencies, or inspections,
or disobey any lawful command of the fire code official in charge of the
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investigation or any part thereof, or any lawful order of a police officer assisting
the fire department.
(iv) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending
105.4 to read as follows:
105.4 Construction documents. Construction documents shall be in accordance
with this sections 105.4.1 through 105.4.6, and provide all information as
required by the fire code official.
(v) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending
105.4.2 to read as follows:
105.4.2 Information on construction documents. Construction documents
shall be drawn to scale upon suitable material. Electronic media documents are
allowed to be submitted when approved by the fire code official. Construction
documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and
extent of the work proposed and show in detail and any other information as
required by the fire code official and that it will conform to the provisions of
this code and relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations as determined by
the fire code official.
(vi) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending
108.0 Board of Appeals to delete sections 108.1 Board of appeals established, 108.2
Limitations of Authority and 108.3 Qualifications in their entirety and substituting the
following in lieu thereof:
108.1 Board of appeals established. A Board of Appeals is established under
and shall operate pursuant to City of Cibolo Code of Ordinances Section 14-3.
(vii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending
109.4 to read as follows:
109.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or
shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect,
install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction
documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used
under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a Class C misdemeanor,
punishable by a fine of not more than $2,000.00 dollars. Each day that a
violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate
offense.
(viii) CHAPTER 1 SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by
amending 111.4 to read as follows:
111.4 Failure to comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having
been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed
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to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be liable to a fine of
not less than $100.00 dollars or more than $500.00 dollars.
(ix) CHAPTER 2 DEFINITIONS is hereby amended to add the following definitions:
Rated Capacity. The flow available from a hydrant at the designated residual
pressure (rated pressure), either measured or calculated.
Residual Pressure. The pressure that exists in the distribution system, measured
at the residual hydrant at the time the flow readings are taken at the flow
hydrant.
Static Pressure. The pressure that exists at a given point under normal
distribution system conditions measured at the residual hydrant with no hydrants
flowing.
(x) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS is hereby amended by amending 310.5
Compliance with "No Smoking" signs to add the following sentence at the end to read
as follows:
"Designated smoking areas shall be approved by the fire code official."
(xi) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS is hereby amended by amending
315.4 to read as follows:
315.4 Outside storage. Outside storage of combustible materials shall not be
located within 10 feet(3,048 mm) of a property line.
Exceptions:
1. The separation distance is allowed to be reduced to 5 feet (1,524
mm) for storage not exceeding 6 feet (1,829 mm) in height.
2. The separation distance is allowed to be reduced when the fire code
official determines that no hazard to the adjoining property exists.
(xii) CHAPTER 5 FIRE SERVICE FEATURES is hereby amended by amending
503.1.1 to read as follows:
503.1.1 Buildings and facilities. Approved fire apparatus access roads shall be
provided for every facility, building or portion of a building hereafter
constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction. The fire apparatus access
road shall comply with the requirements of this section and shall extend to
within 150 feet (45,720 mm) of all portions of the facility and all portions of the
exterior walls of the first story of the building as measured by an approved route
around the exterior of the building or facility.
The fire code official is authorized to require existing facilities, buildings or
portions of a building to comply with this section.
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Exception:
1. The fire code official is authorized to increase the dimension of 150
feet(45,720 mm) where:
1.1 The building is equipped throughout with an approved
automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Sections
903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3.
1.2 Fire apparatus access roads cannot be installed because of
location on property, topography, waterways, nonnegotiable
grades or other similar conditions, and an approved alternative
means of fire protection is provided.
1.3 There are not more than two Group R-3 or Group U
occupancies.
2. Where approved by the fire code official, fire apparatus access roads
shall be permitted to be exempted or modified for solar photovoltaic
power generation facilities.
(xiii) CHAPTER 5 FIRE SERVICE FEATURES is hereby amended by amending
506.1 to read as follows:
506.1 Where required. Where access to or within a structure or an area is
restricted because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary
for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire code official is authorized to
require a key box to be installed in an approved location in/on new construction
and in/on existing buildings and structures. The key box shall be of an approved
type and shall contain keys to gain necessary access as required by the fire code
official. The fire code official will require all businesses, buildings, and places
open to the public in the City of Cibolo to install approved key boxes. The type
and brand shall be of one the fire department currently has a master key for.
(xiv) CHAPTER 5 FIRE SERVICE FEATURES is hereby amended by amending 507.5
to read as follows:
507.5 Fire hydrant systems. Fire hydrant systems shall comply with Sections
507.5.1 through 507.5.6 and appendix C.
(xiv) CHAPTER 5 FIRE SERVICE FEATURES is hereby amended by amending
507.5.5 to read as follows:
507.5.5 Clear space around hydrants. A 3-foot(914 mm) clear space shall be
maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants except as otherwise
required or approved by the fire code official. A 15-foot (4,572 mm) clear no
parking space shall be maintained to each side of fire hydrants as measured from
the centerline of the hydrant barrel.
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(xv) CHAPTER 6 BUILDING SERVICES AND SYSTEMS is hereby amended by
amending 607.7 to read as follows:
607.7 Elevator keys. Keys for the elevator car doors and fire-fighter service
keys shall be kept in an approved location for immediate use by the fire
department or provided to the fire department. Keys for the elevator car doors
and fire-fighter service keys shall be of a type and brand currently used in the
city and/or that the fire department has a master key for.
(xvi) CHAPTER 7 FIRE AND SMOKE PROTECTION FEATURES is hereby
amended by amending 703.2.1 to read as follows:
703.2.1 Signs. Where required by the fire code official, a sign shall be
permanently displayed on or near each fire door in letters not less than 1 inch
(25 mm) high and of contrasting color to the background to read as follows:
1. For doors designed to be kept normally open: FIRE DOOR—DO
NOT BLOCK.
2. For doors designed to be kept normally closed: FIRE DOOR—KEEP
CLOSED.
(xvii) CHAPTER 9FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS is hereby amended by amending
901.2 to add second paragraph and items (1) through(11) to read as follows:
"Construction documents for fire sprinkler systems shall be submitted for
review and approval prior to system installation or remodeling. Three copies
will be submitted unless otherwise stated by the fire code official. Deviation
from approved plans shall require prior permission of the fire code official.
Construction documents shall be drawn to an indicated scale, on sheets of
uniform size, with a plan of each floor, and shall show those items from the
following list that pertain to the design of the system. Construction documents
shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 13 Chapter 14 to include, but not be
limited to, all of the following:"
LA site plan showing all buildings, fire department connections, fire
hydrants, fire apparatus access roads, alleys, driveways, sidewalks, and
similar items. To include lengths and widths.
2. A floor plan, which shows and indicates the use of all rooms, and all
occupancies in the building including dimensions.
3. Unit plans which shows location and size of walls, rooms, doors,
concealed spaces, closets, attics, and bathrooms.
4. Dimensions of aisles, corridors, hallways, and stairways, doorways
(door openings), including direction of swing.
5. Full height cross-section, or schematic diagram of the riser detail
showing alarm valve assembly, flow switch(s), water motor alarm or
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equivalent, check valves assemblies, drain valve assemblies, and all
associated piping.
6. Full height cross-section, or schematic diagram, including structural
member information and including ceiling and wall construction and
method of protection for nonmetallic piping and penetrations.
7. A mechanical system over lay showing no conflict with fire sprinkler
system.
8. Manufactures specifications and ratings on equipment and materials,
to include but not limited to sprinkler heads, couplings, valves,
mounting brackets, hardware, hangers, alarm valves, switches, sensors,
gauges, and similar components.
9. Location and description of all required signs.
10. Any additional information required by the fire code official.
11. The construction documents submittal shall include the
manufacturer's installation instructions for any specially listed
equipment, including descriptions, applications, and limitations for any
sprinklers, devices, piping, or fittings.
(xviii) CHAPTER 9 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS is hereby amended by amending
912.2 to read as follows:
912.2 Locations. With respect to hydrants, driveways, buildings and
landscaping, fire department connections shall be so located that fire apparatus
and hose connected to supply the system will not obstruct access to the
buildings for other fire apparatus. No fire department connection shall be
located on an exterior wall; fire department connections shall not be placed
closer than the height of the exterior wall, unless approved by the fire code
official. The location of fire department connections shall be approved by the
fire code official.
(xix) CHAPTER 9 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS is hereby amended by amending
912.4.1 to read as follows:
912.4.1 Locking fire department connection caps. On new and existing
buildings, the fire code official is authorized to require locking caps on fire
department connections for water-based fire protection systems where the
responding fire department carries appropriate key wrenches for removal. The
fire code official will require all fire department connections to be equipped
with locking caps. The type and brand shall be of one the fire department
currently has a master key for.
(xx) CHAPTER 28 LUMBER YARDS AND AGRO-INDUSTRIAL, SOLID
BIOMASS AND WOODWORKING FACILITIES is hereby amended by amending
2807.2 to read as follows:
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2807.2 Size of piles. Piles shall not exceed 40 feet (7,620 mm) in height, 200
feet(45,720 mm) in width and 350 feet (76,200 mm) in length. Piles shall be
separated from adjacent piles or other exposures by approved fire apparatus
access roads.
Exception: The fire code official is authorized to allow the pile size to
be increased when additional fire protection is provided in accordance
with Chapter 9. The increase shall be based on the capabilities of the
system installed.
(xxi) CHAPTER 57 FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS is hereby
amended by amending 5704.2.9.6.1 to read as follows:
5704.2.9.6.1 Locations where above ground tanks are prohibited. Storage of
Class I and II liquids in above ground tanks outside of buildings is prohibited
within the limits established by law as the limits of districts in which such
storage is prohibited.
Prohibited locations shall be in all zoning districts except: agriculture use in
residential single-family - rural, light industrial, and heavy industrial. Setback
requirements shall be determined by the fire code official, after consideration of
special features such as topographical conditions, nature of occupancy, nature of
occupancy of adjacent structures, and proximity to buildings, capacity of
proposed containers, degree of fire protection to be provided, and capabilities of
the local fire department.
(xxii) CHAPTER 57 FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS is hereby
amended by amending 5706.2.4.4 to read as follows:
5706.2.4.4 Locations where above ground tanks are prohibited. The storage
of Class I and II liquids in above ground tanks is prohibited within the limits
established by law as the limits of districts in which such storage is prohibited.
Prohibited locations shall be in all zoning districts except: agriculture use in
residential single-family - rural, light industrial, and heavy industrial. Setback
requirements shall be determined by the fire code official, after consideration of
special features such as topographical conditions, nature of occupancy, nature of
occupancy of adjacent structures, and proximity to buildings, capacity of
proposed containers, degree of fire protection to be provided, and capabilities of
the local fire department.
(xxiii) APPENDIX D FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS is hereby amended by
amending D103.1 to read as follows:
D103.1 Access road width with a hydrant. Where a fire hydrant is located on
a fire apparatus access road, the minimum road width shall be 26 feet(7,925
mm), exclusive of shoulders (See Figure D103.1). The fire code official is
authorized to increase the minimum width.
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(xxiv) APPENDIX D FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS is hereby amended by
amending D103.4 to read as follows:
D103.4 Dead ends. Dead end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet
(45,720 mm) shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions in
accordance with Table D 103.4. The fire code official is authorized to increase
the minimum width.
(xxv) APPENDIX H HAZARDOUS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT PLAN (HMMP)
AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INVENTORY STATEMENT (HMIS)
INSTRUCTIONS is hereby amended by amending H101.2 to read as follows:
H101.2 Part B—General Facility Description/Site Plan is amended to allow
the site plan that was submitted for initial review to be used for this purpose if
the required information is on it.
(b) All references to the ICC Electrical Code are deleted and shall reference the current
adopted version of the National Electric Code, 2017 Edition.
(c) All references to the International Plumbing Code are deleted and shall reference the
current adopted Uniform Plumbing Code, 2015 Edition.
(d) All references to the International Mechanical Code are deleted and shall reference the
current adopted International Mechanical Code, 2015 Edition.
(e) That all pressure gauges installed or used for testing shall have the working range in the
middle third of the gauges minimum and maximum pressure ends.
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EXHIBIT "I"
Uniform Mechanical Code,2015 Edition
That a certain document, two (2) copies of which are on file in the office of the Building Official
of Cibolo, being marked and designated as the Uniform Mechanical Code, 2015 Edition,
including Appendix Chapter F, as published by the International Association of Plumbing and
Mechanical Officials, be and is hereby adopted as the Mechanical Code of the City of Cibolo, in
the State of Texas regulating and governing the design, construction, quality of materials,
erection, installation, alteration, repair, location, relocation, replacement, addition to, use or
maintenance of mechanical systems as herein provided; providing for the issuance of permits and
collection of fees therefore; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions
and terms of said Mechanical Code on file in the office of the Building Official of the City of
Cibolo are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this
Ordinance, with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes, if any, prescribed in (a), (b) and
(c) of Exhibit"H"to this Ordinance.
(a) That the following sections and/or sub-sections of the Mechanical Code are hereby
revised to read as follows:
(i) CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending 101.1 to read
as follows:
This document shall be known as the Mechanical Code of Cibolo, hereinafter
referred to as"this code."
(ii) CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending 104.5 to read
as follows:
104.5 Fees. Permit fees for mechanical work shall be assessed in accordance with
the provisions of this section and as set forth in the fee schedule as adopted by the
city of Cibolo.
(iii) CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending 104.5.3 to
read as follows:
104.5.3 Fee refunds. The city of Cibolo shall be permitted to authorize the
refunding of a fee as reflected in the adopted Fee Schedule for Refund policy.
(iv) CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending 106.4 to read
as follows:
106.4 Stop work orders. Upon notice from the code official that mechanical
work is being done contrary to the provisions of this code or in a dangerous or
unsafe manner, such work shall immediately cease. Such notice shall be in writing
and shall be given to the owner of the property, or to the owner's agent, or to the
person doing the work. The notice shall state the conditions under which work is
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authorized to resume. Where an emergency exists, the code official shall not be
required to give a written notice prior to stopping the work. Any person who shall
continue any work on the system after having been served with a stop work order,
except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or
unsafe condition, shall be liable for a fine of not less than $100.00 dollars or more
than$500.00 dollars.
(v) CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended by amending 107.0 Board
of Appeals to delete sections 107.1 General and 107.2 Limitations of Authority in their
entirety and substituting the following in lieu thereof:
107.1 General. A Board of Appeals is established under and shall operate
pursuant to City of Cibolo Code of Ordinances Section 14-3.
(vi) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REGULATIONS is hereby amended by amending
304.4 to change the title to Appliances in Attics, Above-the-Ceiling and Under-Floor
Spaces and to read as follows:
304.4. Appliances in Attics, Above-the-Ceiling and Under-Floor Spaces. An
attic, above-the-ceiling (including dropped grid systems), or under-floor space in
which an appliance is installed shall be accessible through an opening and
passageway not less than the largest component of the appliance, and not less than
22 inches by 30 inches (559 mm by 762 mm).
(vii) CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REGULATIONS is hereby amended by amending
304.4 Appliance in Attics, Above-the-Ceiling Spaces and Under-Floor Spaces to add
subsection 304.4.5 to read as follows:
304.4.5 Access to appliances in elevated locations. Appliances located in attics
and above the ceiling spaces shall be provided with a permanent or foldaway
inside stairway or ladder terminating in an enclosure, scuttle, or trap door.
(viii) CHAPTER 6 DUCT SYSTEMS is hereby amended by amending 603.1 General
to add new subsection to read as follows:
603.1.1 When installing ducts in buildings that will have spray foam insulation, a
minimum of 12" clearance shall be maintained from roof deck for proper
installation of insulation.
(ix) CHAPTER 6 DUCT SYSTEMS is hereby amended by amending 603.10 Joints
and Seams of Ducts to add subsection 603.10.1 to read as follows:
603.10.1 Mastic Seal. All joints and seams for duct systems shall be sealed with
mastic and any damaged air ducts or duct boards must be repaired with a listed
material.
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(x) CHAPTER 6 DUCT SYSTEMS is hereby amended by amending 604.0
Insulation of Ducts to add new section 604.2 to read as follows:
604.2 Air Handler Duct Work. Air ducts conveying air to and from any air
handler unit will be required to have a minimum insulation rating of R-8.
(b) All references to the ICC Electrical Code are deleted and shall reference the current
adopted version of the National Electric Code, 2017 Edition.
(c) All references to the International Plumbing Code are deleted and shall reference the
current adopted Uniform Plumbing Code, 2015 Edition.
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