ORDINANCE 2013-04  AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TOLAR, TEXAS, ADOPTING THE 2012 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE THAT IS WRITTEN BY THE INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL, AS THE STANDARD BY WHICH ALL CONSTRUCTION OR INSTALLATION PERFORMED WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS IS. JUDGED; AND ADOPTING THE NCTCOG (NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS) RECOMMENDED AMENDEMENTS TO THE 2012 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF THE ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT WHEREAS, the City of Tolar has a responsibility to maintain the highest standards of quality and safety in all areas of constructions and manufacture; and WHEREAS, the International Code Council, has established regulations and requirements which have been approved and accepted as a standard by which  THEREWITH.  municipalities may measure performance and installation;  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE The 2012 Version of the International Fire Code and the recommended amendments by the NCTCOG (North Central Texas Council of Governments) thereto is hereby adopted and referred to as the Official Fire Code of the City of Tolar, and itis made a part of Chapter 3 - Building Regulations of the Code of Ordinances of the City of  CITY OF TOLAR, TEXAS:  Tolar.  A copy of this 2012 International Fire Code and the NCTCOG recommended Should the City Council desire to make any modifications to the 2012 International Fire Code, they shall adopt the amendments thereto by ordinance.  amendment's shall be placed on file in the office of the City of Tolar.  This ordinance shall be in full force and effective from and after its passage, and PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 19th DAY OF AUGUST 2013.,  it is SO ordained.  ATTEST:  a  OF TOEN  I K yu Joyce ohnson, City Secretary  TEXAS    Recommended Amendments to the 2012 International Fire Code North Central Texas Council of Governments region  The following sections, paragraphs, and sentences of the 2012 International Fire Code are hereby amended as follows: Standard type is text from the IFC. Underlined type is text inserted. Lined-through Note: Historically, NCTCOG has limited Chapter 1 amendments in order to allow each city to insert their local policies and procedures. We now have suggested certain items to be brought to the attention of cities considering adoption of the code that may be of concern to several jurisdictions. It is still intended tobe discretionary to each city to determine which Chapter 1 amendments to include. Note that Appendices must be specifically adopted by Ordinance. See Sample Ordinance on Page xii of 2012 IFC. Also, note that several sections of the code, as indicated in the Sample Ordinance, require jurisdictional  pe:dadisAomic,  specificity as to dollar amounts, geographic limits, etc.  Explanation of Options A and B:  Please note that as there is a wide range in fire fighting pnicsopnescapabives of cities across the region, OPTIONS "A" and "B" are provided in the Fire and Building Code amendments. Jurisdictions should choose one of these based on their fire fighting phlosophescapanilles when adopting code  amendments.  Section 102.1; change #3 to read as follows:  3. Existing structures, facilities and conditions when required in Chapter 11or in specific sections of (Reason: To clarify that there are other provisions in the fire code applicable to existing buildings that are  this code.  not located. in Chapter 11, such as Section 55 Premises Identification.)  Section 102.7; change to read as follows:  102.7 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those that are listed in Chapter 80, and such codes, when specifically adopted, and standards shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference and as 102.7.1 Conflicts. Where conflicts occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes and 102.7.2 Provisions in referenced codes and standards. Where the extent of the reference to a referenced code or standard includes subject matter that is within the scope of this code and any adopted amendments. the provisions of this code and any adopted amendments. as applicable, shall take (Reason: To be consistent with the State of Texas, other referenced codes must be specifically adopted) 105.3.3 Occupancy Prohibited before Approval. The building or structure shall not be occupied prior to the fire code official issuing a permit whenrequired and conducting associated inspections indicating the (Reason: For clarity to allow for better understanding in areas not requiring such permits, such as  further regulated in Sections 102.7.1 and 102.7.2. standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.  precedence over the provisions in the referenced code or standard.  Section 105.3.3; change to read as follows: applicable provisions of this code have been met.  unincorporated areas ofcounties. This amendment. may be. struck by a city.)  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 105.7; add Section 105.7.17 to read as follows:  105.7.17 Smoke control or exhaust systems. Construction permits are required for smoke control or exhaust systems as specified in Section 909 and Section 910 respectively. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered ar modification and does not require a permit. (Reason: Section 105.7.17 adds construction permit requirements for smoke control and exhaust systems, which are required fire protection systems by Chapter 9 of the fire code to ensure proper design and installation of such. systems. These changes reflect local practices of municipalities in this region.) 105.7.18 Electronic access control systems. Construction permits are required for the installation or modification of an electronic access control system, as specified in Section 503 and Section 1008. A separate construction permit is required for the installation or modification of a fire alarm system that may be connected to the access control system. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not (Reason: Section 105.7.18 adds construction permit requirements for electronic access control systems for electric security gates and exit doors to ensure proper design and installation of such systems. These  Section 105.7; add Section 105.7.18 to read as follows:  considered a modification and does not require a permit.  changes reflect local practices of municipalities in this region.) Section 202; amend and add definitions to read as follows:  [B] AMBULATORY CARE FACILITY. Buildings or portions thereof used to provide medical, surgical, psychiatric, nursing, or similar care on a less than 24-hour basis to persons who are rendered incapable ofself-preservation by the services provided. This group may include but not be limited to the following:  Dialysis centers Sedation dentistry Surgery centers Colonic centers Psychiatric centers  (Reason: to clarify the range of uses included in the definition)  [B] ATRIUM. An opening connecting two three or more stories... fremaining text unchanged) (Reason: Accepted practice in the region based on legacy codes. IBC Section 1009 permits unenclosed FIRE WATCH. A temporary measure intended to ensure continuous and systematic surveillance of a building or portion thereof by one or more qualified individuals or standby personnel when required by the fire code official, for the purposes of identifying and controlling fire hazards, detecting early signs of  two story stairways under certain circumstances.)  unwanted fire, raising an alarm of fire and notifying the fire department. (Reason: Clearly defines options to the fire department. for providing a fire watch.)  FIREWORKS. Any composition or device for the purpose of producing a visible or an audible effect for entertainment purposes by combustion, deflagration, OF detonation, and/or activated by ignition with a match or other heat producing device that meets the definition of 1.4G fireworks or 1.3G fireworks as set  forth herein. -fremainder oft text unchanged). (Reason: Increased safety from fireworks related injuries.) North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Option A  HIGH-PILED COMBUSTIBLE STORAGE: add a second paragraph to read as follows: Any building classified as a group S Occupancy or Speculative Building exceeding 12.000 sq.ft. that has a clear height in excess of 14 feet, making it possible to be used for storage in excess of 12 feet, shall be considered to be high-piled storage.. When a specific product cannot be identified, a fire protection system and life safety features shall be installed as for Class IV commodities to the  maximum pile height. Options B  HIGH-PILED COMBUSTIBLE STORAGE: add a second paragraph to read as follows: Any building classified as a group S Occupancy or Speculative Building exceeding 6,000 sq.ft. that has a clear height in excess of 14 feet, making itp possible to be used for storage in excess of 12 feet. shall be considered to be high-piled storage. When a specific product cannot be identified, a fire protection system and life safety features shall be installed as for Class IV commodities to the  maximum pile height.  (Reason: To provide protection for worst-case scenario ini flexible or unknown situations.)  Option A  HIGH-RISE BUILDING. (No Change Required)  Options B  HIGH-RISE BUILDING. A building with an occupied floor located more than 75 55 feet (22-860 167 764  mm) above the lowest level off fire department vehicle access. (Reason: Top provide a definition that reflects regional practices.)  REPAIR GARAGE. Al building, structure or portion thereof used for servicing or repairing motor vehicles. This occupancy shall also include garages involved in minor repair, modification and servicing of motor vehicles for items such as lube changes, inspections. windshield repair or replacement shocks, minor (Reason: To further clarify types of service work allowed in a repair garage, as well as to correspond with SELF-SERVICE STORAGE FACILITY. Real property designed and used for the purpose of renting or leasing individual storage spaces to customers for the purpose of storing and removing personal property  part replacement and other such minor repairs.  definition in the IBC.) onas self-service basis.  (Reason: To provide a definition that does not exist in the code.)  STANDBY PERSONNEL. Qualified fire service personnel, approved by the Fire Chief. When utilized, the number required shall be as directed by the Fire Chief. Charges for utilization shall be as normally  calculated by the jurisdiction.  (Reason: To provide a definition that does not exist in the code.)  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 307.1.1; change to read as follows:  307.1.1 Prohibited open burning. Open burning shall-be-prohibited that is offensive or objectionable because of smoke emissions or when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances make such fires (Reason: Maintains current local requirements based on legacy and 2009 IFC requirements.)  hazardous shall be prohibited. Exception: (No change.)  Section 307.2; change to read as follows:  307.2 Permit required. A permit shall be obtained from the fire code official in accordance with Section 105.6 prior to kindling a fire for recognized silvicultural or range or wildlife management practices, prevention or control of disease or pests, or open burning-a-bonfire. Application for such approval shall only be presented by and permits issued tot the owner of the land upon which the fire is to be kindled. Examples of state or local law, or regulations referenced elsewhere in this section may include but not be  limited to the following:  1. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality guidelines and/or restrictions. 2. State. County, or Local temporary or permanent bans on open burning. 3. Local written policies as established by the fire code official.  (Reason: Amendments to 307.2, 307.4, 307.4.3, and 307.5 better explain current requirements and recognize that jurisdictions have local established, policies that best fit their environments.)  Section 307.3; change to read as follows:  307.3 Extinguishment authority. When-pen-uFingcreates-ora885-0-4-A328R49.sa regured.pemit-ioropensumghaEna-bengisine.meliesoeadtidais-aunoauhoized-oonder-ne extinguishment of the open-buring- operation- The fire code official is authorized to order the extinguishment by the permit holder, another person responsible or the fire department of open burning (Reason: Maintains current local requirements based on legacy and 2009 IFC requirements.)  that creates or adds to a hazardous or objectionable situation.  Section 307.4; change to read as follows: 240 91440 mm) of any structure. Exceptions: (No change.)  307.4 Location. The location for open burning shall not be less than 50 feet (15-240 91440 mm) from any structure, and provisions shall be made to prevent the fire from spreading to within 50 300 feet (15 (Reason: Amendments to 307.2, 307.4, 307.4.3 and 307.5 better explain current requirements and recognize that jurisdictions have local established policies that best fit their environments.)  Section 307.4.3, Exceptions: add exception #2 to read as follows:  Exceptions: system.  2. Where buildings. balconies and decks are protected by an approved automatic sprinkler (Reason: Amendments to 307.2, 307.4, 307.4.3 and 307.5 better explain current requirements and recognize that jurisdictions have local established, policies that best fit their environments.)  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 307,4.4 and 5; add section 307.4.4 and: 307.4.5 to read as follows: shall not bei installed within 10 feet of a structure or combustible material.  307.4.4 Permanent outdoor firepit. Permanently installed outdoor firepits for recreational fire purposes Exception: Permanently installed outdoor fireplaces constructed in accordance with the  International Building Code.  307.4.5 Trench Burns. Trench burns shall be conducted in air curtain trenches and in accordance with (Reason: Amendments to 307.2, 307.4, 307.4.3 and 307.5 better explain current requirements and recognize that jurisdictions have local established policies that best fit their environments.)  Section 307.2.  Section 307.5; change to read as follows:  307.5 Attendance. Open burning, trench burns, bonfires, recreational fires, and use of potable outdoor fireplaces shall be constantly attended until the... fremainder of section unchanged) (Reason: Amendments to 307.2, 307.4, 307.4.3 and 307.5 better explain current requirements and recognize that jurisdictions have. local established, policies that best fit their environments.)  Section 308.1.1; add sentence to read as follows:  Unmanned free-floating devices containing an open flame or other heat source. such as but not limited to  sky lanterns shall be prohibited.  (Reason: Wildland and inherent fire risk presented by allowing an airborne open flame.)  Section 308.1.4; change to read as follows:  308.1.4 Open-flame cooking devices. Chao-Sumes-and-an-oher-copen.fame cooking devices, charcoal grills and other similar devices used for cooking shall not be operated-located or used on combustible balconies, decks, or within 101 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction.  Exceptions:  1. One- and two-family dwellings, except that LP-gas containers are limited to a water capacity not greater than 50 pounds (22.68 kg) Inominal 20 pound (9.08 kg) LP-gas capacityl with an 2. Where buildings, balconies and decks are protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system, except that LP-gas containers are limited to a water capacity not greater than 50 pounds (22.68 kg) Inominal 20 pound (9.08 kg) LP-gas capacityl. with an aggregate LP-gas capacity not to  aggregate LP-gas capacity not to exceed 100 Ibs (5 containers).  exceed 40 Ibs (2 containers). 3. (Nochange.)  (Reason: Decrease fire risk in multi-family dwellings and minimizes ignition sources and clarify allowable limits for 1 & 2 family dwellings, and allow an expansion for sprinklered multi-family uses. This  amendment adds clarification and defines the container size allowed for residences.)  Section 308.1.6.2, Exception #3; change to read as follows:  Exceptions:  3. Torches or flame-producing devices in accordance with Section 308.4 308.1.3.  (Reason: Section identified in published code is nappropriate.) North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 311.5; change to read as follows:  311.5 Placards. Any The fire code official is authorized to require marking of any vacant or abandoned buildings or structures determined to be unsafe pursuant to Section 110 of this code relating to structural (Reason: There may be situations where placarding is not desired or necessary; also clarifies intent that  ori interior hazards, shall be-marked as required by Section 311.5.1 through 311.5.5.  itis not the fire code official's responsibility to provide the placard.) Section 401.9; add Section 401.9 to read as follows:  401.9 False Alarms and Nuisance Alarms. False alarms and nuisance alarms shall not be given, signaled or transmitted or caused or permitted to be given, signaled or transmitted in any manner. (Reason: Places the responsibility on the business or property owner to maintain their fire alarm systems in approved condition. Allows the enforcement of "prohibition of false alarms". Replaces text lost from the Section 403.3; change Section 403.3 and add Sections 403.3.1 and 403.3.2 to read as follows: 403.3 Crowd managers. Trained crowd managers shall be provided for facilities or events where more than 1,000 250 or more persons congregate. The minimum number of crowd managers shall be established at a ratio of one crowd manager to every 250 persons. Wnere-approved-Dy-the-HFe-c0de ofiela/.ne-atiodferowdmansgersehaiepemitedioberedupadwhereihe-sefacllyisequpped hrougnoutwin-anapproved-aHe-6PMAHeFSystemorbasedupontne-nature-eFtne-event  1997 Code.)  Exceptions:  1. The number of crowd managers may be reduced by up to fifty percent when, in the opinion of the code official, the fire protection provided by the facility and the nature of the 2. Assembly occupancies used exclusively for religious worship with an occupant load not 403.3.1Training. Training for crowd managers shall be approved and shall be based upon a valid  event warrant a reduction exceeding 1,000.  job task analysis.  403.3.2 Duties. The duties of crowd managers shall include:  a. An inspection oft the area of responsibility toi identify and address any egress barriers 0. Ani inspection oft the area of responsibility to identify and mitigate any fire hazards Ensure compliance with all permit conditions, including those governing pyrotechnics and d. To direct and assist the event attendees in evacuation during an emergency  other special effects  e. Assist emergency response personnel ifr requested. Other duties outlined by the Fire Code Official g. Other duties outlined int the Emergency Plan  (Reason: The published code. has no requirement for crowd managers until the occupant load in a public assembly reaches 1,000, then the code requires five trained crowd managers fora an occupant load of 1001. Smaller venues sometimes place the public at greater risk than large ones for many reasons, including the fact that larger facilities have greater requirements for other fire protection features. The formatting change to place the potential reduction in the number of crowd managers in an exception is editorial; the exception was also changed to limit the reduction to half oft the required number of crowd managers. The published code requires trained crowd managers", but doesn'tp provide anys guidance or describe what that training should entail. This has been an ongoing issue for enforcement, personnel.)  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 501.4; change to read as follows:  501.4 Timing of installation. When fire apparatus access roads or a water supply for fire protection is required to be installed for any structure or development they shall be installed, tested, and approved prior to the time of which construction has progressed beyond completion of the foundation of any structure. such-prolection-shalbe-nssie-and-made-senssabe-pior-to-and-dwng the-time-of cOnstrucHon-except-wneP-aPpoved-alemaive-metnod-O-prolecion-are-prowged.Temporany-stre: sgnsshalbe-nsisledalasaleschdiselinesesedonshencomsinvalpndinewrpsdwsysalowspassageby (Reason: Reflects current practice in the region relative to ensuring fire department and EMS access during construction, which can be a time ofi increased frequency fore emergency incidents.)  vehisles-n-accordance-wi-Section-505.2  Section 503.1.1; add sentence to read as follows:  Except for one- or two-family dwellings, the path of measurement shall be along a minimum of a ten feet (Reason: Recognizes that the hose lay provision can only be measured along a pathway that is wide  (10')wide unobstructed pathway around the external walls oft the structure.  enough for fire fighter access.)  Section 503.2.1; change to read as follows:  503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 20 24 feet (6096-mm 7315 mm), exclusive of shoulders, except for approved security gates in accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 3-e816-manes/#S-mm, Exception: Vertical clearance may be reduced: provided such reduction does not impair access by fire apparatus and approved signs are installed and maintained indicating the established vertical (Reason: Amendments to 503.2.1 and 503.2.2 recognize that the equipment now used in firefighting is increasing in size. The code already recognizes that larger dimensions may be required under Section 503.2.2. The amendments are to standardize the dimensions for this area. With the increase in fire apparatus size, this will allow for the passage of two fire apparatus during ai fire or EMS emergency.)  141 feet (4267 mm).  clearance when approved.  Section 503.2.2; change to read as follows:  503.2.2 Authority. The fire code official shall have the authority to require an increase in the minimum access widths and vertical clearances where they are inadequate for fire or rescue operations. (Reason: Amendments to 503.2.1 and 503.2.2 recognize that the equipment now used in fire fighting is increasing in size. The code already recognizes that larger dimensions may be required under Section 503.2.2. The amendments are to standardize the dimensions for this area. With the increase in fire apparatus size, this will allow for the passage oft two fire apparatus during a fire or EMS emergency.)  Section 503.3; change to read as follows:  503.3 Marking. WPere-reques-sy-te-e-code-ohica, approved peoae markings-tnat-nGHwords-NO-PARKING -FIRELANE Striping, signs, or other markings. when approved by the fire code official, shall be provided for fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads orp prohibit the obstruction thereof. Fe-mantebywae.elsmsse-desgnaiad Striping, signs and other markings shall be maintained in a clean and legible condition at all times and be replaced or (1Striping - Fire apparatus access roads shall be continuously marked by painted lines of red traffic paint six inches (6") in width to show the boundaries of the lane. The words "NO PARKING FIRE LANE" or' "FIRE LANE NO PARKING" shall appear in four inch (4") white letters at 251 feet intervals on the red border markings along both sides of the fire lanes. Where a curb is available, the striping  repaired when necessary to provide adequate visibility.  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    shall be on the vertical face oft the curb.  (2) Signs - Signs shall read' "NO PARKING FIRE LANE" or "FIRE LANE NO PARKING" and shall be 12" wide and 18" high. Signs shall be painted on a white background with letters and borders inr red, using not less than 2" lettering. Signs shall be permanently affixed to a stationary post and the bottom of the sign shall be six feet, six inches (6'6") above finished grade. Signs shall be spaced not more than fiftyf feet (50) apart along both sides of the fire lane. Signs may be installed on permanent (Reason: Establishes a standard method of marking and reflects local long-standing practices.)  buildings or walls or as approved by the Fire Chief.  Section 503.4; change to read as follows:  503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads. Fire apparatus access roads shall not be obstructed in any manner, including the parking of vehicles. The minimum widths and clearances established in Section 503.2.1.and any area marked as a fire lane as described in Section 503.3 shall be (Reason: As originally worded, the section implied that vehicles could be parked in the marked fire lane and not be in violation if the minimum width is still maintained. Current accepted enforcement, practice is  maintained at all times.  tor require the entire marked fire lane to be maintained clear and unobstructed.)  Section 505.1; change to read as follows:  505.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Where required by the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall be a minimum of 4.inches-(494.6-mm) 6 inches (152.4 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch (12.7 mm). Where access is by means of a private road,buildings do not immediately front a street, and/or the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other sign with approved 6 inch (152.4 mm) height building numerals or addresses and 4 inch (101.6 mm) height suite/apartment numerals of a color contrasting with the background of the building or other approved means shall be used to identify the structure. Numerals or addresses shall be posted on a minimum 20 inch (508 mm) by 30 inch (762 mm) background on border. Address numbers shall be maintained.  Exception: R-3 Single Family occupancies shall have approved numerals of a minimum 3% inches (88.9 mm) in height and a color contrasting with the background clearly visible and legible from the street fronting the property and rear alleyway where such alleyway exists. (Reason: To increase the minimum addressing requirements for commercial and establish a minimum for  single-family residential.)  Section 507.4; change to read as follows:  507.4 Water supply test date and information. The water supply test used for hydraulic calculation of fire protection systems shall be conducted in accordance with NFPA 291 "Recommended Practice for Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants" and within one year of sprinkler plan submittal. The fire code official shall be notified prior to the water supply test. Water supply tests shall be witnessed by the fire code official, as required FappowRadcoumensions ofthe test shall be provided to the fre-code-oficial orplaappoaidinewsesupPyeysen The exact location oft the static/residual hydrant and the flow hydrant shall be indicated on the design drawings. All fire protection plan submittals shall be accompanied by a hard copy of the waterflow test report, or as approved by the fire code official. The report must indicate the dominant water tank level at the time of the test and the maximum and minimum operating levels of the tank. as well, or identify applicable water supply fluctuation.. The licensed contractor must then design the fire protection system based on this fluctuation information, as per the applicable referenced NFPA standard. Reference Section 903.3.5 for additional design requirements. (Reason: Clarifies intent of the test to ensure contractor accounts for water: supply fluctuations.)  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 507.5.4; change to read as follows:  507.5.4 Obstruction. Unobstructed access to fire hydrants shall be maintained at all times. Posts, fences, vehicles, growth, trash, storage and other materials or objects shall not be placed or kept near fire hydrants, fire department inlet connections or fire protection system control valves in a manner that would prevent such equipment or fire hydrants from being immediately discernible. The fire department shall not be deterred or hindered from gaining immediate access to fire protection equipment or fire hydrants. (Reason: Maintains wording from 2006 Code to ensure these critical devices are available in an  emergency incident.)  Section 509.1.2; add new Section 509.1.2 to read as follows:  509.1.2 Sign Requirements. Unless more stringent requirements apply, lettering for signs required by this section shall have a minimum height of 2 inches (50.8 mm) when located inside a building and 4 inches (101.6 mm) when located outside. or as approved by the fire code official. The letters shall be of a (Reason: Provides direction as to appropriate sign criteria to develop consistency in this regard.)  color that contrasts with the background.  Section 603.3.2.1, Exception; change exception to read as follows:  Exception: The aggregate capacity limit shall be permitted to be increased to 3,000 gallons (11,356 L)in accordance with all requirements of Chapter 57, GF-Class-llOFHL-Iqus- for sioageingoasindabove  ground-tanks.. Delete remainder of Exception) Section 603.3.2.2; change to read as follows:  (Reason: Change to Section 5704.2.9.5 is included in this amendment package.)  603.3.2.2 Restricted use and connection. Tanks installed in accordance with Section 603.3.2 shall be used only to supply fuel oil to fuel-burning or-generator equipment installed in accordance with Section 603.3.2.4. Connections between tanks and equipment supplied by such tanks shall be made using (Reason: Relocate the exception to Chapter 57 for applicability to generator sets, due to contradictory charging statement in 603.1 to not apply to internal combustion engines. Further, such large quantities of combustible liquid are more thoroughly addressed in Chapter 57 relative to such tanks.)  closed piping systems.  Section 604; change to read as follows:  SECTION 604  EMERGENCY AND STANDBY POWER SYSTEMS  604.1 Installation. Emergency and standby power systems required by this code or the International Building Code shall bei installed in accordance with this code, NFPA 110 and 111. Existing installations shall be maintained in accordance with the original approval, except as specified in Chapter 11. 604.1.1 Stationary generators. Stationary emergency and standby power generators required by 604.1.2 Critical Operations Power Systems (COPS). For Critical Operations Power Systems necessary to maintain continuous power supply to facilities or parts of facilities that require continuous operation for the reasons of public safety, emergency management national security, or 604.2' Where required. Emergency and standby power systems shall be provided where required by Sections 604.2.1 through 604.2.18.4 604.2.24 or elsewhere identified in this code or any other referenced 604.2.1 GrowpA.occupancles, Emergency voicelalarm communications systems. Emergency power shall be provided for emergency voice/alarm communications systems in Group-At the following  this code shall be listed in accordance with UL: 2200.  business continuity,see NFPA70.  code.  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    occupancies, ora as specified elsewhere in this code, in accordance with Section 907.5.2.2.5  907.2.1.1.  Covered and Open Malls, Section 604.2.13 Group A occupancies, Sections 907.2.1.1a and 907.5.2.2.4. Special Amusement buildings, Section 907.2.12.3 High rise buildings. Section 907.2.13 Atriums, Section 907.2.14 Deep Underground buildings, Section 907.2.19 Covered mall building, International Building Code, Section 404.5 Atriums, International Building Code, Section 404.7 Underground buildings. International Building Code, Section 405.5 Group I-3, International Building Code, Section 408.9 Stages, International Building Code. Section 410.3.7.2 Smoke protected seating, Section 1028.6.2.1  604.2.2 Smoke control systems. Standby power shall be provided for smoke control systems int the following occupancies, or as specified elsewhere in this code, in accordance with Section 909.11:  Special Amusement buildings (as applicable to Group A's), International Building Code. Section 604.2.3 Exit signs. Emergency power shall be provided for exit signs in accordance with Section 604.2.4 Means of egress illumination. Emergency power shall be provided for means of egress 604.2.5 Accessible means of egress elevators. Standby power shall be provided for elevators that 604.2.6 Accessible means of egress platform lifts. Standby power in accordance with this section or ASME A18.1 shall be provided for platform lifts that are part of an accessible means of egress in 604.2.7 Horizontal sliding doors. Standby power shall be provided for horizontal sliding doors in 604.2.8 Semiconductor fabrication facilities. Emergency power shall be provided for semiconductor fabrication facilities in accordance with Section 2703.15. 604.2.9 Membrane structures. Emergency power shall be provided for exit signs in temporary tents and membrane structures in accordance with Section 3103.12.6.1. (90 minutes) Standby power shall be provided for auxiliary inflation systems in permanent membrane structures in accordance with the 604.2.10 Hazardous materials. Emergency or standby power shall be provided in occupancies with 604.2.11 Highly toxic and toxic materials. Emergency power shall be provided for occupancies with highly toxic or toxic materials in accordance with Sections 6004.2.2.8 and 6004.3.4.2. 604.2 12 Organic peroxides. Standby power shall be provided for occupancies with organic  411.1  1011.6.3. (90 minutes)  illumination in accordance with Section 1006.3. (90 minutes)  are part of an accessible means ofegress in accordance with Section 1007.4.  accordance with Section 1007.5 accordance with Section 1008.1.4.3.  International Building Code. (4hours)  hazardous materials in accordance with Section 5004.7 and 5005.1.5.  peroxides in accordance with Section 6204.1.11. 604.2.13 Covered and open mall buildings. (no change). 604.2.14 High-rise buildings. (no change). 604.2.15 Underground buildings. (no change). 604.2.16 Group I-3 occupancies. (no change). 604.2.17 Airport traffic control towers. (no change). 604.2.18 Elevators. (no change).  604.2.19 Smokeproof enclosures and Stair Pressurization Alternative. Standby power shall be provided for smokeproof enclosures, stair pressurization alternative and associated automatic fire detection systems as required byt the International Building Code, Section 909.20.6.2. 604.2.20 Elevator pressurization. Standbypower shall be provided for elevator pressurization system as required by the International Building Code. Section 909.21.5. 604.2.21 Elimination of Smoke Dampers in Shaft Penetrations. Standby power shall be provided when eliminating the smoke dampers in ducts penetrating shafts in accordance with the International 604.2.22 Common exhaust systems for clothes dryers. Standby power shall be provided for common exhaust systems for clothes dryers located in multistory structures in accordance with the 604.2.23 Hydrogen Cutoff Rooms. Standby power shall be provided for mechanical ventilation and gas detection systems of Hydrogen Cutoff Rooms in accordance with the International Building Code,  Building Code, Section 717.5.3, exception 2.3. International Mechanical Code Section 504.8, item 7. North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 421.8.  604.2.24 Means of Egress Illumination in Existing Buildings. Emergency power shall be provided for means of egress illumination in accordance with Section 1104.5 and 1104.5.1 when required by 604.3 Energy time duration. Unless a time limit is specified by the fire code official, in this chapter or elsewhere in this code, or in any other referenced code or standard, the emergency and standbypower system shall be supplied with enough fuel or energy storage capacity for not less than 2-hour full-demand Exception: Where the system is supplied with natural gas from a utility provider and is  the fire code official. (90 minutes in 1-2,60 minutes elsewhere.)  operation of the system. approved.  604.3: 4 Maintenance. (no change).  604.45 Operational inspection and testing. (no change). 604.5 6 Emergency lighting equipment. (no change). 604.67 Z Supervision of maintenance and testing. (no change).  (Reason: These provisions provide al list to complete and match that throughout the codes. IBC Section 2702.13 "pyrophoric materials" no longer exists in IFC Section 604. The only new items are the reference to COPS in NFPA 70, and the specified Energy time duration. Other changes are a reference to a code  provision that already exists.)  Section 704.1; change to read as follows:  704.1 Ençlosure. Interior vertical shafts, including but not limited to stairways, elevator hoistways, service and utility shafts, that connect two or more stories of a building shall be enclosed or protected in accordance with the codes in effect at the time of construction but, regardless of when constructed.not less than as required in Chapter 11. New floor openings in existing buildings shall comply with the (Reason: Provides standard minimum protection retroactively, but clarifies that this section is not to be used to reduce higher protection levels that were required when originally constructed.)  International Building Code.  Section 807.4.3.2; change to read as follows:  807.4.3.2 Artwork. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on the walls of corridors to not more than 20 percent of the wall area and on the walls of classrooms to not more than 50 percent of each wall Curtains. draperies. wall hangings and other decorative material suspended from the walls or ceilings shall meet the flame propagation performance criteria of NFPA7 701 in accordance with Section 807 orbe Exception: Corridors protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance (Reason: Consistent with regional practice. This change allows an increase in wall coverage due to the presence of sprinklers. Also provides additional guidance relative to acceptable amounts of artwork in  area. Such materials shall not be continuous from floor to ceiling or wall to wall.  noncombustible.  with Section 903.3.1.1 shall be limited to 50 percent of the wall area.  classrooms.)  Section 807.4.4.2; change to read as follows:  807.4.4.2 Artwork. Artwork and teaching materials shall be limited on the walls of corridors to not more than 20 percent of the wall area and on the walls of classrooms to not more than 50 percent of each wall Curtains, draperies, wall hangings and other decorative material suspended from the walls or ceilings shall meet the flame propagation performance criteria of NFPA 701 in accordance with Section 807 orbe Exception: Corridors protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance  area. Such materials shall not be continuous from floor to ceiling or wall to wall.  noncombustible.  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    with Section 903.3.1.1 shall be limited to 50 percent oft the wall area.  (Reason: Consistent with regional practice. This change allows an increase in wall coverage due to the presence of sprinklers. Also provides additional guidance relative to acceptable amounts of artwork in  classrooms.)  Section 901.4.3; change to read as follows: of the international Building Code. separation for sprinkler purposes.)  901.4.3 Fire areas. (First part of section unchanged) : determined in accordance with Section 707.3.910 (Reason: Errata - see ICC website for more information incorrect section number is referenced in the published code as 707.3.9, which applies to mixed use occupancy separation, rather than fire area  Section 901.6.1; add Section 901.6.1.1 to read as follows:  901.6.1.1 Standpipe Testing. Building owners/managers must maintain and test standpipe systems as per NFPA 25 requirements. The following additional requirements shall be applied to the testing that is 1. The piping between the Fire Department Connection (FDC) and the standpipe shall be backflushed when foreign material is present, and also hydrostatically tested for all FDC's on any typeof standpipe system. Hydrostatic testing shall also be conducted in accordance with NFPA 25 2. For any manual (dry or wet) standpipe system not having an automatic water supply capable of flowing water through the standpipe, the tester shall connect hose from a fire hydrant or portable pumping system (as approved by the fire code official) to each FDC. and flow water through the standpipe system to the roof outlet to verify that each inlet connection functions properly. Confirm that there are no open hose valves prior to introducing water into a dry standpipe. There isno required pressure criteria at the outlet. Verify that check valves function properly and that there are 3. Any pressure relief, reducing, or control valves shall be tested in accordance with the requirements 4. Ift the FDC is not already provided with approved caps, the contractor shall install such caps for all 5. Upon successful completion of standpipe test, place a blue tag (as per Texas Administrative Code. Fire Sprinkler Rules for Inspection, Test and Maintenance Service (ITM) Tag) at the bottom of each standpipe riser in the building. The tag shall be check-marked as "Fifth Year" for Type ofl ITM, and the note on the back oft the tag shall read' "5 Year Standpipe Test" at a minimum. The procedures required by Texas Administrative Code Fire Sprinkler Rules with regard to Yellow Tags and Red Tags or any deficiencies noted during the testing, including the required notification of the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (fire code official) shall be followed. Z. Additionally, records of the testing shall be maintained by the owner and contractor. if applicable. 8. Standpipe system tests where water will be flowed external to the building shall not be conducted during freezing conditions or during the day prior to expected night time freezing conditions. 9. Contact the fire code official for requests to remove existing fire hose from Class II and IlI standpipe systems where employees are not trained in the utilization of this firefighting equipment. All standpipe hose valves must remain in place and be provided with an approved cap and chain when  required every 5 years:  requirements for the different types of standpipe systems.  no closed control valves on the system. of NFPA 25. AlI hose valves shall be exercised. FDC's as required by the fire code official.  as required by the State Rules mentioned above and NFPA2 25.  approval is given to remove hose by the fire code official.  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    (Reason: Increases the reliability of the fire protection system and re-emphasizes the requirements of NFPA 25 relative to standpipe systems, as well as ensuring that FDC connections are similarly  tested/maintained to ensure operation in an emergency incident.)  Section 901.7; change to read as follows:  901.7 Systems out of service. Where a required fire protection system is out of service or in the event of an excessive number of activations, the fire department and the fire code official shall be notified immediately and, where required by the fire code official, the building shall either be evacuated or an approved fire watch shall be provided for all occupants left unprotected by the shut down until the fire (Reason: Gives fire code official more discretion. Requires adoption of definition amendment in Section  protection system has been returned to service. . fremaining text unchanged)  202 for fire watch.)  Section 901.9; change Section 901.9 to read as follows:  901.9 Discontinuation or change Terminationofmonitoringofsernvice. Forfire alarm-systems required to be monitored byt this code, Notice shall be made to the fire code official whenever contracted alarm-monitoring services for monitoring of any fire alarm system are terminated for any reason,ora change in alarm monitoring provider occurs. Notice shall be made in writing to the fire code official by the building owner and monitoring service provider prior to the service being terminated. (Reason: To ensure the property's monitored fire alarm system is maintained for proper notification of  emergency response in the event of an emergency incident.) Section 903.1.1; change to read as follows:  903.1.1 Alternative protection. Alternative automatic fire-extinguishing systems complying with Section 904 shall be permitted in lieu-of addition to automatic sprinkler protection where recognized by the (Reason: Such alternative systems do not provide the reliability of automatic sprinkler protection in general. An applicant could pursue an. Alternate Method request to help mitigate the reliability issues with these alternative systems with the fire code official if sO desired, or there may be circumstances in which the fire code official is acceptable to allowing an alternate system in lieu of sprinklers, such as kitchen  applicable standard and,or as approved by the fire code official.  hoods or paint booths. This also meets with local practices in the region.)  Section 903.2; add paragraph to read as follows:  Automatic Sprinklers shall not be installed in elevator machine rooms, elevator machine spaces, and elevator hoistways, other than pits where such sprinklers would not necessitate shunt trip requirements under any circumstances. Storage shall not be allowed within the elevator machine room. Signage shall be provided at the entry doors to the elevator machine room indicating "ELEVATOR MACHINERY - NO (Reason: Firefighter and public safety. This amendment eliminates the shunt trip requirement of the International Building Code Section 3006.5 for the purpose of elevator passenger. and firefighter safety. This amendment is contingent on the Building Code amendment eliminating the Exceptions to Section 3006.4, such that passive fire barriers for these areas are maintained. This also meets with local practices  STORAGE ALLOWED."  int the region.)  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 903.2; delete the exception.  (Reason: The exception deletion is due to the fact that such telecom areas pose an undue fire risk to the  structural integrity of the building. This also meets with local practices in the region.)  Section 903.2.9; add Section 903.2.9.3 to read as follows:  903.2.9.3 Self-service storage facility. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all Exception: One-story: yself-service storage facilities that have no interior corridors, with a one-hour fire (Reason: Fire departments are unable to inspect these commercial occupancies and are unaware of the  self-service storage facilities.  barrier separation wall installed between every storage compartment contents being stored. This also meets with local practices in the region.)  Option B  Section 903.2.11; change 903.2.11.3 and add 903.2.11.7, 903.2.11.8, and 903.2.11.9 as follows: 903.2.11.3 Buildings 55 35 feet or more in height. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings with ai floor eve.amerhanpennouses in compliance with Section 1509oft the International Building Code, havingan.coupant-ioot30ormore that is located 55 35 feet (16-764  10668mm) or more above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.  Exceptions:  -AMpoRtoOntoHower:  2.-Open parking structures in compliance with Section 406.5 of the International Building Code. 903.2.11.7 High-Piled Combustible Storage. For any building with a clear height exceeding 12 feet 903.2.11.8 Spray Booths and Rooms. New and existing spray booths and spraying rooms shall be 903.2.11.9 Buildings Over 6.000 sq.ft. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all buildings with a building area 6.000 sq.ft. or greater and in all existing buildings that are enlarged to be 6,000 sq. ft. or greater. For the purpose of this provision, fire walls shall not define separate Exception: Open parking garages in compliance with Section 406.5 of the International Building  OAopaoeAGop  (4572 mm), see Chapter 32 to determine ift those provisions apply. protected by an approved automatic fire-extinguishing system.  buildings. Code.  (Reason: Reflects regional practices. Provides jurisdictions options as to their desired level of sprinkler  protection based on multiple factors including firefighting phipsopnescapapites,  Section 903.3.1.1.1; change to read as follows: North Central Texas Council of Governments  903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations. When approved by the fire code official, automatic sprinklers shall not be required in the following rooms or areas where such - ftext unchanged). . because it is damp, of fire-  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    resistance-rated construction or contains electrical equipment.  1. Any room where the application of water, or flame and water, constitutes a serious life or fire 2. Any room or space where sprinklers are considered undesirable because of the nature of the 3. Generator and transformer rooms, under the direct control of a public utility, separated from the remainder of the building by walls and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies having a fire- 4. In-rooms-orareas-thatare-dfmoncombustible-cenWAOH-mONCOmbuStble-centents. 5. Fire-service-acces8- Elevator machine rooms, and machinery spaces, and hoistways. other than pits where such sprinklers would not necessitate shunt trip requirements under any  hazard.  contents, when approved by the code official. resistance rating of not less than 2 hours.  circumstances. 6. (Delete.)  (Reason: Gives more direction to code official. Exception 4 deleted to provide protection where fire risks are poorly addressed. Amendment 903.2 addresses Exception 5 above relative to the elimination of  sprinkler protection in these areas to avoid the shunt trip requirement.) Section 903.3.1.2.2; add. section to read as follows:  Section 903.3.1.2.2 Attics, Open Breezeways, and Attached Garages. Sprinkler protection is required inattic spaces of such buildings two or more stories in height. open breezeways and attached garages. (Reason: Open breezeways already require sprinkler protection in Section 1026.6, Exception 4. Attic protection is required in accordance with existing regional practice and issues with fire exposure via soffit vents, as well as firefighter safety. Attached garages already require sprinkler via NFPA 13R = re-  emphasis.)  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 903.3.1.3; change to read as follows:  903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems installed in one- and two-family dwellings, Group R-3 and R-4 congregate living facilities and townhouses shall be permitted to be (Reason: To allow the use of the Plumbing section of the IRC and recognize current state stipulations in  installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13D or in accordance with state law.  this regard.)  Section 903.3.5; add a second, paragraph to read as follows:  Water supply as required for such systems shall be provided in conformance with the supply requirements of the respective standards; however, every fire protection system shall be designed witha  10psi safety factor. Reference Section 507.4 for additional design requirements.  (Reason: To define uniform safety factor.)  Section 903.4; add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as follows:  Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose connection valves shall be electrically supervised toi initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering. (Reason: To avoid significant water losses. Consistent with amendment to IFC905.9.)  Section 903.4.2; add second paragraph to read as follows:  The alarm device required on the exterior of the building shall be a weatherproof horn/strobe notification appliance with a minimum 75 candela strobe rating, installed as close as practicable to the fire (Reason: Fire department connections are not always located at the riser; this allows the fire department  department connection. faster access.)  Section 905.2; change to read as follows: of40 psig air pressure with a high/low alarm.  905.2 Installation standard. Standpipe systems shall be installed in accordance with this section and NFPA 14. Manual dry standpipe systems shall be supervised with a minimum of 10 psig and a maximum (Reason: To define manual dry standpipe supervision requirements. Helps ensure the integrity of the standpipe system via supervision, such that open hose valves will result in a supervisory low air alarm.)  Section 905.3; add Section 905.3.9 and exception to read as follows:  905.3.9 Building area. In buildings exceeding 10,000 square feet in area per story, Class la automatic wet orr manual wet standpipes shall be provided where any portion of the building's interior area is more than 200 feet (60960 mm) of travel, vertically and horizontally, from the nearest point of fire department vehicle Exception: Automatic dry and semi-automatic dry standpipes are allowed as provided for in NFPA  access. 14.  (Reason: Allows for the rapid deployment of hoselines to the body of the fire.)  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 905.4, item 5; change to read as follows:  5. Where the roof has a slope less than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33.3-percent slope), each standpipe shall be provided with a two-way a-hose connection shall be located to serve the roof or at the highest landing of a stairway with stair access to the roof provided in accordance with Section 1009.16. An additional hose connection shall be provided at the top oft the most (Reason: Reduces the amount of pressure required to facilitate testing, and provides backup protection  hydraulically remote standpipe for testing purposes.  for fire fighter safety.)  Section 905.4; add the following item 7: approved by the fire code official.  7 When required by this Chapter, standpipe connections shall be placed adjacent to all required exits to the structure and at two hundred feet (200') intervals along major corridors thereafter, or as otherwise  (Reason: Allows for the rapid deployment of hoselines to the body oft the fire.) Section 905.9; add a second paragraph after the exceptions to read as follows:  Sprinkler and standpipe system water-flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 45 seconds. All control valves in the sprinkler and standpipe systems except for fire department hose connection valves shall be electrically supervised toi initiate a supervisory signal at the central station upon tampering. (Reason: To avoid significant water losses. Consistent with amendment to IFC 903.4.)  Section 907.1; add Section 907.1.4 to read as follows:  907.1.4 Design standards. All alarm systems new or replacement shall be addressable. Alarm Exception: Existing systems need not comply unless the total building remodel or expansion initiated after the effective date of this code. as adopted, exceeds 30% of the building. When cumulative building remodel or expansion exceeds 50% of the building must comply within 18 months (Reason: Consistent with local practice and emerging technology. Reduces need for panel replacement in  systems serving more than 20 smoke detectors shall be analog addressable.  ofp permit application. the future.)  Section 907.2.1; change to read as follows:  907.2.1 Group A. A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification system in accordance with new Section 907.6 shall be installed in Group A occupancies where the having an occupant load dueto-the ssemby-oceupane-s of 300 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge. Group A occupancies not separated from one another ina accordance with Section 707.3.910 of the International Building Code shall be considered as a single occupancy for the purposes of applying this section. Portions of Group E occupancies occupied for assembly purposes shall be provided with a fire alarm system as required for the Group E occupancy.  Exception: (No change.)  Activation of fire alarm notification appliances shall: North Central Texas Council of Governments  1.Cause illumination of the means of egress with light of not less than. 11 foot-candle (11 lux) at the  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    walking surface level, and  2. Stop any conflicting or confusingsounds and visual distractions.  (Reason: Increases the requirement to be consistent with Group B requirement. Also addresses issue found in Group A occupancies of reduced lighting levels and other AN equipment that distracts from fire  alarm notification devices. Also reflects regional practice.) Section 907.2.3; change to read as follows:  907.2.3 Group E. A manual fire alarm system that initiates the occupant notification signal utilizing an emergency voicelalarm communication system meeting the requirements of Section 907.5.2.2 and installed in accordance with Section 907.6 shall be installed in Group E educational occupancies. When automatic sprinkler systems or smoke detectors are installed, such systems or detectors shall be connected to the building fire alarm system. An approved smoke detection system shall be installed in Group E day care occupancies. Unless separated by a minimum of 100' open space. all buildings. whether portable buildings or the main building, will be considered one building for alarm occupant load (Reason: To distinguish educational from day care occupancy minimum protection requirements. Further, to define threshold at which portable buildings are considered a separate building for the purposes of  consideration and interconnection of alarm systems.  alarm systems.)  Section 907.2.3; change exception 1. to read as follows:  Exceptions:  1. A manual fire alarm system is not required in Group E educational and day care occupancies with an occupant load of less than 30 erless, when provided with an approved automatic 1.1. Residential In-Home day care with not more than 12 children may use interconnected single station detectors in all habitable rooms. (For care of more than five children 21 1/2  sprinkler system.  orl less years of age, see Section 907.2.6.)  (Reason: Consistent with Texas State laws concerning day care facility requirements.)  Section 907.2.13, Exception 3; change to read as follows:  3. Open air portions of buildings with an occupancy in Group A-5 in accordance with Section 303.1 of the International Building Code; however, this exception does not apply to accessory uses including (Reason: To indicate that enclosed areas within open air seating type occupancies are not exempted  but not limited to sky boxes, restaurants and similarly enclosed areas.  from automatic fire alarm system requirements.)  Section 907.4.2; add Section 907.4.2.7 to read as follows:  907.4.2.7 Type. Manual alarm initiating devices shall be an approved double action type. (Reason: Helps to reduce false alarms. Consistent with regional requirements.)  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 907.6.1;add Section 907.6.1.1 to read as follows:  907.6.1.1 Wiring Installation. All fire alarm systems shall be installed in such a manner that a failure of any single initiating device or single open in an initiating circuit conductor will not interfere with the normal operation of other such devices. All signaling line circuits (SLC)_shall be installed in such a way that a single open will not interfere with the operation of any addressable devices (Class A). Outgoing and return SLC conductors shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 72 requirements for Class A circuits and shall have a minimum of four feet separation horizontal and one foot vertical between supply and return circuit conductors. The initiating device circuit (IDC) from an addressable input (monitor) module may be wired Class B. provided the distance from the addressable module to the initiating device is ten (Reason: To provide uniformity in system specifications and guidance to design engineers. Improves  feet or less.  reliability of fire alarm devices and systems.)  Section 907.6.5; add Section 907.6.5.3 to read as follows:  907.6.5.3 Communication requirements. All alarm systems, new or replacement. shall transmit alarm, supervisory and trouble signals descriptively to the approved central station,remote supervisory: station or proprietary supervising station as defined in NFPA72. with the correct device designation and location of addressable device identification. Alarms shall not be permitted to be transmitted as a General Alarm or  Zone condition.  (Reason: To assist responding personnel in locating the emergency event.)  Section 910.1; change Exception 2 to read as follows:  2. Where areas of buildings are equipped with early suppression fast-response (ESFR) sprinklers, automatic only manual smoke and heat vents or manually activated engineered mechanical smoke exhaust systems shall not-be required within these areas. Automatic smoke and heat (Reason: Allows the fire department to control the smoke and heat during and after a fire event. Also  vents are prohibited.  gives an alternative to smoke and heat vents.)  Section 910.2; add subsections 910.2.3 with exceptions and 910.2.4 to read as follows: 910.2.3 Group H. Buildings and portions thereof used as a Group H occupancy as follows: 1. In occupancies classified as Group H-2 or H-3. any of which are more than 15,000 square feet Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustile materials. 2.Ir Inareas of buildings in Group H used for storing Class 2, 3, and 4 liquid and solid oxidizers Class 1and unclassified detonable organic peroxides, Class 3 and 4 unstable (reactive) materials, or Class 2 or3 water-reactive materials as required for a high-hazard commodity classification. Exception: Buildings of noncombustible construction containing only noncombustible materials. (Reason: Maintains a fire protection device utilized in such occupancies where it is sometimes necessary  (1394 m2) in single floor area.  to allow chemicals to burn out, rather than extinguish.)  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Table 910.3; Change the title of the first row of the table from "Group F-1 and S-1" to include  "Group H" and to read as follows: Group! H. F-1 and S-1  (Reason: Consistency with the amendment 910.2.4 to include Group H.)  Section 910.3; replace Sections 910.3.1 through 910.3.3, and add second paragraph to Section 910.3.1 Design. Smoke and heat vents shall be listed and labeled to indicate compliance with UL 793. 910.3.2 Vent operation. Smoke and heat vents shall be capable of being operated by approved automatic and manual means. Automatic operation of smoke and heat vents shall conform tot the  910.3.2.2 as follows:  provisions of Sections 910.3.2.1 through 910.3.2.3.  910.3.2.1 Gravity-operated drop out vents. Automatic smoke and heat vents containing heat- sensitive glazing designed to shrink and drop out of the vent opening when exposed to fire shall fully open within 5 minutes after the vent cavity is exposed to a simulated fire represented bya time-temperature. gradient that reaches an air temperature of 500°F (260°C) within 5 minutes. 910.3.2.2 Sprinklered buildings. Where installed in buildings equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system, smoke and heat vents shall be designed to operate automatically. The automatic operating mechanism of the smoke and heat vents shall operate at a temperature rating at least 100 degrees F (approximately 38 degrees Celsius) greater than the temperature 910.3.2.3 Nonsprinklered buildings. Where installed in buildings not equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system, smoke and heat vents shall operate automatically by actuation ofa heat-responsive device rated at between 100°F (56°C) and 220°F (122°C) above ambient. Exception: Gravity-operated drop out vents complying with Section 910.3.2.1. 910.3.3 Vent dimensions. The effective venting area shall not be less than 16 square feet (1.5m?) with no dimension less than 4 feet (1219 mm), excluding ribs or gutters having at total width not exceeding 6 (Reason: Errata - see ICC website for more information - Replaces text from the 2009 IFC that was accidentally lost/left out of the 2012 edition first printing, as exemplified by the Section number skipping. Amendment to Section 910.3.2.2 specifies a temperature range at which smoke and heat vents should activate in sprinklered buildings to ensure that the sprinkler system has an opportunity to activate and  rating oft the sprinklers installed.  inches (152 mm).  control the fire prior to vent operation.)  Section 912.2; add Section 912.2.3 to read as follows:  912.2.3 Hydrant distance. An approved fire hydrant shall be located within 100 feet of the fire  department connection as the fire hose lays along an unobstructed path.  (Reason: Consistent with regional practices.)  Section 913.1; add second paragraph and exception to read as follows:  When located on the ground level at an exterior wall, the fire pump room shall be provided with an exterior fire department access door that is not less than 3ft. in width and 6ft.-8 8 in. in height. regardless of any interior doors that are provided. A key box shall be provided at this door, as required by Section Exception: When it is necessary to locate the fire pump room on other levels or not at an exterior wall, the corridor leading. to the fire pump room access from the exterior of the building shall be provided with equivalent fire resistance as that required for the pump room. or as approved by the fire code official. Access kevs shall be provided in the key box as required bv Section 506.1. (Reason: This requirement allows fire fighters safer access to the fire pump room. The requirement  506.1.  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    allows access without being required to enter the building and locate the fire pump room interior access door during a fire event. The exception recognizes that this will not always be a feasible design scenario for some buildings, and as such, provides an acceptable alternative to protect the pathway to the fire  pump room.)  Chapter 10: Sections 1001 through 1029; replace all references to "fire code official"with (Reason: Past regional practice and legacy language has always referenced the "building official" as the authority over Chapter 10i issues, except for the maintenance of the. means of egress section. The 2012 edition of the IBC references "building official" in these sections, but references "fire code official" in the  "building official".  2012 IFC, providing for a direct contradiction when both codes are adopted.)  Section 1004.1.2; delete exception:  1004.1.2 Areas without fixed seating. The number of occupants shall be computed at the rate of one occupant per unit of area as prescribed in Table 1004.1.2. For areas without fixed seating, the occupant load shall not be less than that number determined by dividing the floor area under consideration by the occupant load factor assigned to the function of the space as set forth in Table 1004.1.2. Where an intended function is not listed in Table 1004.1.2, the building official shall establish ai function based on a Exception:-Whereapproved.bytnebukdingolcal,tneactual-Pumberofoccupantsler-wnomeach oecupied-space,#ororbuldingisdesgned,aHhough-essthantnose-delermmined-bycalculation, shallb be permited-o-be-usedintnedelemnatonoFnedesgnesign-occupantlead: (Reason: Authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) already has this authority. Technical substantiation is  listed function that most nearly resembles the intended function.  required to support deviation from table values.) Section 1007.1; add the following Exception 4: (previous exceptions unchanged) requirements of Section 1007.  Exceptions:  4. Buildings regulated under State Law and built in accordance with State registered plans. including any variances or waivers granted by the State, shall be deemed to be in compliance with the (Reason: To accommodate buildings regulated under Texas State Law and to be consistent with  amendments to Chapter 11.)  Section 1007.5; Platform lifts, amend to read as follows: 1through 910. Standby power. (remainder unchanged)  1007.5 Platform lifts. Platform (wheelchair) lifts. required accessible route in Section 1109.78, Items  (Reason: Editorial.)  Section 1008.1.9.4; amend exceptions 3 and 4 as follows:  Exceptions:  3. Where a pair of doors serves an occupant load of less than 50 persons in a Group B, F,Mors S 4. Where a pair of doors serves a Group A, B,F, M or S occupancy. (Remainder unchanged)  occupancy. (Remainder unchanged) North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    (Reason: Application. to M occupancies reflects regional practice; No. 4 expanded to Group A due to it being a similar scenario to other uses; No. 4 was regional practice.)  Section 1008.1.9.9; change to read as follows:  1008.1.9.9 Electromagneticaly locked egress doors. Doors in the means of egress in buildings with an occupancy in Group A, B,E, I-1,1-2, M, R-1 or R-2 and doors to tenant spaces in Group A, B,E, I-1,1- 2,M, R-1 or R-2 shall be permitted to be electromagneticaly locked if equipped with listed hardware that incorporates a built-in switch and meet the requirements below: fremaining text unchanged) (Reason: Regional practice to permit such locks due to the presence of trained staff)  Section 1015; add new section 1015.7 to read as follows:  1015.7 Electrical Rooms. For electrical rooms, special exiting requirements may apply. Reference the  electrical code as adopted.  (Reason: Cross reference necessary for coordination.) Section 1016; add new section 1016.2.2 to read as follows: m)i in Group F-1 or S-1 occupancies where all oft the following are met:  1016.2.2 Group F-1 and S-1 increase. The maximum exit access travel distance shall be 400 feet (122 1.The portion of the building classified as Group F-1 or S-1 is limited to one story in height: 2.1 The minimum height from the finished floor to the bottom of the ceiling or roof slab or deck is 24 3.The building is equipped throughout with an automatic fire sprinkler system in accordance with (Reason: Past regional practice allowed smoke and heat vents to be utilized to increase travel distance, which resulted in problems when utilizing ESFR systems. This amendment adopts wording from the upcoming 2015 IBC, which has been approved by final action via the ICC code development, process but  feet (7315 mm); and Section 903.3.1.1.  is not yet published.)  Section 1018.1; add exception 6 to read as follows:  (previous text unchanged)  6. InG Group B office buildings, corridor walls and ceilings within single tenant spaces need not be of fire-resistive construction when the tenant space corridor is provided with system smoke detectors tied to an approved automatic fire alarm. The actuation of any detector shall activate (Reason: To reduce redundant requirements in a single tenant situation. Intended to be consistent with  alarms audible in all areas served by the corridor.  regional amendment to IFC.  Section 1018.6; amend to read as follows:  1018.6, Corridor Continuity. Fire-Resislance-Rated All corridors shall be continuous from the point of entry to an exit, and shall not be interrupted by intervening rooms. (Remainder unchangedy  Exception unchanged! 2012 IFC Amendments  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013    (Reason: Once in corridor, corridor. should not be interrupted or discontinuous.)  Section 1026.6; amend exception 4 to read as follows: Exceptions: (Exceptions 1 through 3 unchanged)  4. Separation from the interior open-ended corridors of the building... fremaining text unchanged) (Reason: To clarify that Section 1022.7, ie., the 180 degree rule is applicable; and is further reinforced by  new Exception 4.4.) Section 1028.1.1.1; delete. (Reason: Unenforceable.)  Section 1029.1; amend to read as follows:  1029.1 General. In addition to the means of egress required by this chapter, provisions shall be made for emergency escape and rescue openings in Group Ra and I-1Group-R-2 occupancies in-accerdance-with Tabe-10212)and40212/maGouppR3esupandies: (Remainder unchanged)  Exceptions:  (Exceptions 1 through 3 unchanged.)  4. In other than Group R-3 occupancies, buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1or  903.3.1.2.  (Reason: Maintains legacy language to ensure egress from residential type occupancies and maintain exception for residential occupancies where an NFPA 13 or 13R sprinkler system is installed, but not fora  13D. system.)  Section 1030.2; change to read as follows:  1030.2 Reliability. Required exit accesses, exits and exit discharges shall be continuously maintained free from obstructions or impediments to full instant use in the case of fire or other emergency whenthe buiding-area-served: ymmadeyawwr An exit or exit passageway shall not be used for (Reason: Maintain legacy levels of protection and long-standing regional practice, and provide firefighter  any purpose that interferes with a means of egress.  safety.)  Section 1103.3; add sentence to end of paragraph as follows: Provide emergency signage as required by Section 607.2. (Reason: Coordinates requirements of previous amendment.) Section 1103.5; add Section 1103.5.3 to read as follows:  1103.5.3 Spray booths and rooms. Existing spray booths and spray rooms shall be protected by an (Reason: Consistent with amendment to IFC 2404, regional practice, and long-standing regional  approved automatic fire-extinguishing system in accordance with Section 2404.  requirement.) 2012 IFC Amendments  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013    Section 2304.1; change to read as follows:  2304.1 Supervision of dispensing. The dispensing of fuel at motor fuel-dispensing. facilities shall be comdueledbyaquallesatadamterahaiseumsrnespenswndlaguaiiadalanatiendantatalimeso:  shal be in accordance with Section-2204.3-thei following: 1. Conducted by a qualified attendant: and/or,  2. Shall be under the supervision of a qualified attendant: andlor  3. Shall be an unattended self-service facility in accordance with Section 2304.3. At any time the qualified attendant of item Number 1 or 2 above is not present, such operations shall be considered as an unattended self-service facility and shall also comply with Section 2304.3. (Reason: Allows a facility to apply the attended and unattended requirements of the code when both are  potentially applicable.)  Section 2401.2; delete this section.  (Reason: This section eliminates such booths from all compliance with Chapter 15 including, but not limited to: size, ventilation, fire protection, construction, etc. If the product utilized is changed to a more flammable substance, the lack of compliance with Chapter 15 could result in significant fire or deflagration  and subsequent life safety hazard.)  Table 3206.2, footnote. j; change text to read as follows:  Not-required-when-storage-areas-are-protected: by Where areas of buildings are equipped with early suppression fast-response (ESFR) SPHKIeF-systems- installed- in accordance with NFPA 13 sprinklers. manual smoke and heat vents or manually activated engineered mechanical smoke (Reason: Allows the fire department to control the smoke and heat during and after a fire event, while ensuring proper operation of the sprinkler protection provided. Also, gives an alternative to smoke and  exhaust systems shall be required within these areas.  heat vents.)  Section 3310.1; add. sentence to end of paragraph to read as follows:  When fire apparatus access roads are required to be installed for any structure or development, theys shall be approved prior to the time of which construction has progressed beyond completion of the foundation  ofa any structure.  (Reason: Reference requirement of Section 501.4.) Section 5601.1.3; change to read as follows:  5601.1.3 Fireworks. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling and use of fireworks are  prohibited. Exceptions:  1. Only when approved for fireworks displays, Sstorage and handling of fireworks as allowed in  Section 5604 and 5608.  2. Manubclureassembyan: testing of fireworks-as allowed-in Section-5605:  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    3-2. The use of fireworks for approved fireworks displays as allowed in Section 5608.  4-The.possession,Storage,sale. Delete remainder of text.)  (Reason: Restricts fireworks to approved displays only, which is consistent with regional practice.)  Section 5703.6; add a sentence to read as follows:  5703.6 Piping systems. Piping systems, and their component parts, for flammable and combustible liquids shall be in accordance with Sections 5703.6.1 through 5703.6.11. An approved method of (Reason: Increased protection in response to underground leak problems and remediation difficulty in Section 5704.2.9.5; change Section 5704.2.9.5 and add Section 5704.2.9.5.3 to read as follows: 5704.2.9.5 Above-ground tanks inside of buildings. Above-ground tanks inside of buildings shall 5704.2.9.5.3 Combustible liquid storage tanks inside of buildings. The maximum aggregate allowable quantity limit shall be 3,000 gallons (11 356 L) of Class I or III combustible liquid for storage in protected aboveground tanks complying with Section 5704.2.9.7 when all of the following conditions are 1. The entire 3,000 gallon (11 356 L) quantity shall be stored in protected above-ground tanks; 2. The 3,000 gallon (11 356 L) capacity shall be permitted to be stored in a single tank or multiple 3. The tanks shall be located in a room protected by an automatic sprinkler system complying with 4. Tanks shall be connected to fuel-burning equipment. including generators, utilizing an approved The quantity of combustible liquid stored int tanks complying with this section shall not be counted towards the maximum allowable quantity set forth in Table 5003.1.1(1). and such tanks shall not be required to be located in a control area. Such tanks shall not be located more than two stories below grade. (Reason: Relocated from exception to 603.3.2.1 as published, as per reason statement for deletion in that section. Maintains consistency with current regional requirements relative to interior  secondary containment shall be provided for underground tank and piping systems. underground applications. Maintains long-standing regional practice.)  comply with Section 5704.2.9.5.1and 5704-2.9-5-2 through 5704.2.9.5.3.  5704.2.9.5.1 (No change.) 5704.2.9.5.2 (No change.)  met:  smaller tanks; Section 903.3.1.1:and closed piping system.  ammablecombustibe liquid. storage tanks.)  Section 5704.2.11.5; add a sentence to read as follows: shall be provided for underground tank and piping systems.  5704.2.11.5 Leak prevention. Leak prevention for underground tanks shall comply with Sections 5704.2.11.5.1 and-5704.2.14.5.2 through 5704.2.11.5.3. An approved method of secondary containment (Reason: Increased protection in response to underground leak problems and remediation difficulty in  underground applications. References regional amendment to IFC 5704.2.11.5.3.)  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    Section 5704.2.11.5.2; change to read as follows: with NFPA 30 and as specified in Section 5704.2.11.5.3. (Reason: Reference to IFC Section 5704.2.11.5.3 amendment.) Section 5704.2.11.5; add Section 5704.2.11.5.3 to read as follows:  5704.2.11.5.2 Leak detection. Underground storage tânk systems shall be provided with an approved method of leak detection from any component of the system thati is designed and installed in accordance  5704.2.11.5.3 Observation wells. Approved sampling tubes of a minimum 4 inches in diameter shall be installed in the backfill material of each underground flammable or combustible liquid storage tank. The tubes shall extend from a point 12 inches below the average grade of the excavation to ground level and shall be provided with suitable surface access caps. Each tank site shall provide a sampling tube atthe corners of the excavation with a minimum of 4 tubes. Sampling tubes shall be placed in the product line excavation within 10 feet of the tank excavation and one every 50 feet routed along product lines towards  the dispensers, a minimum of two are required.  (Reason: Provides an economical means of checking potential leaks at each tank site.) Section 5706.5.4; delete Section 5706.5.4.5 and replace with the following:  5706.5.4.5 Commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing. Dispensing of Class II and III motor vehicle fuel from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles located at commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing establishments is allowed where permitted. provided such dispensing operations are conducted in accordance with Sections 5706.5.4.5.1 through 5706.5.4.5.3.  5706.5.4.5.1 Site requirements.  1. Dispensing may occur at sites that have been permitted to conduct mobile fueling. 2. Adetailed site plan shall be submitted with each application for a permit. The site plan must a. all buildings, structures, and appurtenances on site and their use or function: the locations of all storm drain openings. adiacent waterways or wetlands: d. information regarding slope, natural drainage, curbing, impounding and how a spill will be  indicate:  b. all uses adjacent to the property lines oft the site;  retained upon the site property; and, e. The scale oft the site plan. fueling is permitted.  3. The Code Official is authorized to impose limits upon: the times and/or days during which mobile fueling operations are allowed to take place and specific locations on a site where 4. Mobile fueling operations shall be conducted in areas not generally accessible to the public. 5. Mobile fueling shall not take place within 15 feet (4.572 m) of buildings. property lines. or  combustible storage.  5706.5.4.5.2 Refueling Operator Requirements.  1. The owner of a mobile fueling operations shall provide to the jurisdiction a written response plan which demonstrates readiness to respond to a fuel spill, carry out appropriate mitigation  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    measures, and to indicate its process to properly dispose of contaminated materials when 2. The tank vehicle shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 385 and Local, State and Federal requirements. The tank vehicle's specific functions shall include that of supplying fuel to motor vehicle fuel tanks. The vehicle and all its equipment shall be maintained in good 3. Signs prohibiting smoking or open flames within 25 feet (7.62 m) of the tank vehicle or the point of fueling shall be prominently posted on 3 sides of the vehicle including the back and 4. Afire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 40:BC shall be provided on the vehicle with  circumstances require.  repair. both sides.  signage clearly indicating its location.  5. The dispensing nozzles and hoses shall be of an approved and listed type.  6. The dispensing hose shall not be extended from the reel more than 100 feet (30.48m) in 7. Absorbent materials, non-water absorbent pads. a 10 foot (3.048 m) long containment boom, an approved container with lid, and a non-metallic shovel shall be provided to mitigate a 8. Tanker vehicles shall be equipped with a fuel limit switch such as a count-back switch, limiting the amount of a single fueling operation to a maximum of 500 gallons (1893 L) Exception: Tankers utilizing remote emergency shut-off device capability where the operator constantly carries the shut-off device which. when activated. immediately 9. Persons responsible for dispensing operations shall be trained in the appropriate mitigating actions in the event of a fire, leak. or spill. Training records shall be maintained by the dispensing company and shall be made available tot the fire code official upon request. 10. Operators of tank vehicles used for mobile fueling operations shall have in their possession at allt times an emergency communications device to notify the proper authorities in the event of  length.  minimum 5-gallon fuel spill.  between resetting oft the limit switch.  causes flow off fuel from the tanker to cease.  an emergency.  5706.5.4.5.3 Operational Requirements.  1. The tank vehicle dispensing equipment shall be constantly attended and operated only by designated personnel who are trained to handle and dispense motor fuels. 2. Prior to beginning dispensing operations, precautions shall be taken to assure ignition 3. The engines of vehicles being fueled shall be shut off during dispensing operations. 4. Night time fueling operations shall only take place in adequately lighted areas.  sources are not present.  5. The tank vehicle shall be positioned with respect to vehicles being fueled sO as to preclude traffic from driving over the delivery hose and between the tank vehicle and the motor vehicle 6. During fueling operations tank vehicle brakes shall be set chock blocks shall be in place and  being fueled.  warning lights shall be in operation. 7. Motor vehicle fuel tanks shall not be topped off.  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments    8. The dispensing hose shall be properly placed on an approved reel or in an approved 9. The Code Official and other appropriate authorities shall be notified when a reportable spill or (Reason: Provides clarity and organization of the site, operation and use requirements. Maintains long-  compartment priort to moving the tank vehicle. unauthorized discharge occurs.  standing regional practice.)  Section 6103.2.1; add Section 6103.2.1.8 to read as follows:  6103.2.1.8 Jewelry Repair, Dental Labs and Similar Occupancies. Where natural gas service is not available, portable LP-Gas containers are allowed to be used to supply approved torch assemblies or similar appliances. Such containers shall not exceed 20-pound (9.0 kg) water capacity. Aggregate capacity shall not exceed 60-pound (27.2 kg) water capacity. Each device shall be separated from other (Reason: To provide a consistent and reasonable means of regulating the use of portable LP-Gas  containers by a distance of not less than 201 feet.  containers in these. situations.)  Section 6104.2, Exception; add an exception 2 to read as follows:  Exceptions:  1._(existing text unchanged)  2. Except as permitted in 308 and 6104.3.2, LP-gas containers are not permitted in residential (Reason: To provide a consistent and reasonable means of regulating the use of portable LP-Gas  areas.  containers. References regional amendment to IFC 6104.3.2.) Section 6104.3; add Section 6104.3.2 to read as follows:  6104.3.2 Spas, Pool Heaters and other listed devices. Where natural gas service is not available, an LP-Gas container is allowed to be used to supply spa and pool heaters or other listed devices. Such container shall not exceed 250-gallon water capacity per lot. See Table 6104.3 for location of containers. Exception: Lots where LP can be off loaded wholly on the property where the tank is located may install 500 gallon above ground or 1.000 gallon underground approved containers. (Reason: Allows for an alternate fuel source. Dwelling density must be considered and possibly factored  into. zoning restrictions.)  END  North Central Texas Council of Governments  March 2013  2012 IFC Amendments