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HomeMy WebLinkAboutORDINANCE - 2245 - 6/9/1992 - BUILDING ACTIVITY CODE AMENDEDORDINANCE NO. 2245 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING, 1N ITS ENTIRETY, TITLE 8, CHAPTER 3, BUILDING ACTIVITY CODE, OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Elk Grove Village, Counties of Cook and DuPage, Illinois as follows: Section 1: That Chapter 3, Building Activity Code, of Title 8, is amended in its entirety to read as set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. Section 2: That the Village Clerk is hereby directed to publish this Ordinance in pamphlet form. Section 3: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication according to law. VOTE: AYE: 5 NAY: 0 ABSENT: 1 PASSED this 9th day of June , 1992. APPROVED this 9th day of June , 1992. Charles J. Zettek Village President ATTEST: Patricia S. Smith Village Clerk PUBLISHED this 11th day of June , 1992, in pamphlet form. 8-3A-1 SECTION: 8-3A-1: 8-3A-2: 8-3A-3: 8-3A-4: 8-3A-5: 8-3A-6: 8-3A-7: nw-sl 8-3A-9: 8-3A-10: 8-3A-11: 8-3A-12: 8-3A-13: 8-3A-14: 8-3A-15: 8-3A-16: CHAPTER 3 BUILDING ACTIVITY CODE ARTICLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS Title Purpose Chapter as Remedial Applicability; Exemptions; More Restrictive Regulations Structures Existing on Date of Adoption of Chapter; Structures Moved into Village Public Safety; Bonds Approved Materials; Modifications Director of Engineering and Community Development; Duties; Powers Building Permits Inspections Stop -Work Orders Certificates and Inspections Emergency Measures Off -Street Parking Numbering of Buildings Footings and Foundations 8-3A-1: TITLE: This Chapter shall be known as the BUILDING AC- TIVITY CODE OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-4 8-3A-2: PURPOSE: The purpose of this Chapter is to provide safety, health and public welfare through structural strength and stability, means of egress, adequate light and ventilation and protec- tion to life and property from fire and hazards incidental to the design, construc- tion, alteration, removal or demolition of buildings or structures. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-3: CHAPTER AS REMEDIAL: This Chapter shall be construed to secure its expressed intent, which is to ensure public safety, health and welfare insofar as they are affected by building construction, through structural strength, adequate egress facilities, sanitary equipment, light and ventilation, and fire safety; and, in general, to secure safety to life and property from all hazards incident to the design, erection, construction, alteration, removal or demolition of all buildings and structures. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-4: APPLICABILITY; EXEMP- TIONS; MORE RESTRICTIVE REGULATIONS: A. This Chapter shall control all matters concerning the construction, altera- tion, addition, repair, removal, demo - 792 l A) lition, use, location, occupancy and maintenance of all buildings and structures, and shall apply to existing or proposed buildings and structures; except as such matters are otherwise provided for in other ordinances or statutes, or in the rules and regula- tions authorized for promulgation under the provisions of this Chapter. B. No building or structure shall be con- structed, extended, repaired, removed or altered in violation of these provi- sions, except for repairs as defined in subsection C, below, and except fur- ther that the raising, lowering or moving of a building or structure as a unit necessitated by a change in legal grade or widening of a street shall be permitted, provided the building or structure is not otherwise altered or its use or occupancy changed. C. Ordinary repairs to structures may be made without application or notice to the Village, but such repairs shall not include the cutting away of any wall, partition, or portion thereof, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or bearing support, or the removal or change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting the exit requirements; nor shall ordinary repairs include addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of any standpipe, water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil, waste, vent or similar piping, electric wiring or mechanical or other work affecting public health or general safety. Ordinary repairs are further defined in Section 8-3A-9 of this Article. 792 8-3A-5 D. When the provisions contained in this Chapter conflict with any other provi- sions contained in this Code or in any State or Federal statute, the most restrictive or rigid provisions shall control. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-5: STRUCTURES EXISTING ON DATE OF ADOPTION OF CHAPTER; STRUCTURES MOVED INTO VILLAGE: A. It shall be unlawful to use or occupy any building or structure, or part thereof, in violation of the provisions of this Chapter, except as otherwise provided for in this Chapter. B. The legal use and occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of this Chapter for which it has been heretofore approved, may be continued without change, except as may be specifically covered in this Chapter. C. Alterations or repairs may be made to any structure without requiring the existing structure to comply with all the requirements of this Chapter, provided such work conforms to that required of a new structure. Altera- tions or repairs shall not cause an existing structure to become unsafe or adversely affect the performance of the building. D. Alterations or repairs to an existing structure which are nonstructural and do not adversely affect any structural member or any part of the structure having a fire resistance rating may be made with the same materials of which the structure is constructed. 8-3A-5 E. In the event a building or structure is altered or repaired beyond the twenty five percent (25%) of its present physical value, the Village may re- quire that the entire building or por- tions thereof be brought into compli- ance with all provisions of this Chapter. F. If the structure is increased in floor area or number of stories, the entire structure shall be made to conform with the requirements of this Chapter in respect to means of egress, fire protection, fire suppression, light and ventilation and life safety. G. Buildings and structures moved into or within the Village shall comply with the provisions of this Chapter for new buildings and structures and shall not be used or occupied in whole or in part until the certificate of use and occupancy shall have been issued by the Village. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-6: PUBLIC SAFETY; BONDS: A. Occupation of Streets, Sidewalks and Parkways: Streets, parkways or side- walks shall not be occupied with building materials. No material shall be so placed as to render inaccessi- ble any fire hydrant, valve chamber, manhole or catchbasin, or obstruct the gutter or waterway of any street. I be constructed and maintained. Pe- destrians shall be protected from vehicular traffic by barricade or fence. During overhead construction, pedes- trians shall further be protected from falling debris by solid overhead planking. C. Barricades Required: The person or persons, firm or corporation using public property for construction shall provide substantial and suitable barricades and shall provide, place and maintain proper and sufficient red lights or flares to guard and protect all traffic and passersby. D. Damage to Barricading: It shall be unlawful to move, turn off, extinguish, diminish or disturb any light or barricades required by subsection C above. E. Removal of Rubbish; Public Property: Rubbish or excavated material which is deposited on the sidewalks or streets shall be removed from day to day, as rapidly as produced. When materials or rubbish causing dust are handled, they must be well wetted down. F B. Bypass Walk: Before any sidewalk is obstructed by scaffolding or other material, or is removed, a safe hard- G. surfaced temporary bypass walk shall Removal of Rubbish; Private Property: Rubbish or surplus materials shall not be thrown, dropped or swept from any floor above the ground or from any roof, but shall either be carried or lowered in such a manner as not to cause dust. Public Inconvenience:. All building operations shall be conducted in a 792 8-3A-6 G) manner that least inconveniences the public and abutting property owners. H. Protection of Passersby: Where dur- ing construction an excavation or other hazard exists five feet (5') or less from a public walk, the contrac- tor shall provide and maintain a bar- ricade or fence for the protection of passersby. Performance Bond: Prior to the issu- ance of a permit, which in the opinion of the Director of Engineering and Community Development may involve damage to public property or the al- teration of existing drainage patterns, a cash deposit in the amount of five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each lot shall be deposited with the Village to indemnify against damage to the streets, curbs, sidewalks, trees, parkways and existing drainage patterns, and to insure the proper installation, repair and/or complete restoration of streets, curbs, side- walks, trees, parkways and existing drainage patterns in accordance with the instructions of the Director of En- gineering and Community Develop- ment. It shall be the responsibility of the general contractor to notify the Village of any public property or drainage patterns which were dam- aged or altered prior to the start of construction. The Director of Engi- neering and Community Development may, when the work to be performed under a permit is minor in nature or scope, authorize a cash deposit of less than five hundred dollars ($500.00) to fulfill the above require- ments. 792 8-3A-7 J. Bend Refund: Upon the final comple- tion of all the work under the permit, so much of such deposit as is nec- essary to reimburse the Village for the repair and/or restoration of the damaged streets, curbs, sidewalks, trees, parkways, or drainage patterns, shall be retained by the Village and the remainder shall be returned to the depositor; provided, however, that nothing herein contained shall pre- clude the Village from maintaining any action against the person or per- sons to recover from damage done to any public property or drainage pattern. K. Contractors; Existing Violations: The Village shall not be required to issue a building permit to any contractor or subcontractor responsible for existing Code violations until such work has been corrected. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-7: APPROVED MATERIALS; MODIFICATIONS: A. Construction Method: All materials, equipment and devices approved for use by the provisions of this Chapter shall be constructed and installed only in accordance with such ap- proval. B. Modifications: When there are prac- tical difficulties involved in carrying out structural or mechanical provi- sions of this Code or of an approved rule, the Village may vary or modify such provision upon application of the owner or the owner's representative, provided that the spirit and intent of 8-3A-7 B) this Chapter shall be observed and public welfare and safety be assured. C. Records: The application for modifi- cation and the final decision of the Village shall be in writing and shall be officially recorded with the appli- cation for the permit in the permanent records of the Department of Public Services. D. Used Materials and Equipment: Used materials, equipment and devices may be used provided they have been reconditioned, tested and placed in good and proper working condition and approved for use by the Village. E. Alternative Materials and Equipment: The provisions of this Chapter are not intended to prevent the use of any material or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this Chap- ter, provided any such alternative has been approved. The Village may approve any such alternative provided the Village finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this Chapter, and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purposes intended, at least the equiv- alent of that prescribed in this Chapter, in quality, strength, effec- tiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety. F. Research and Investigations: The Village shall require that sufficient technical data be submitted to sub- stantiate the proposed use of any ma- terial or assembly and if it is deter- mined that the evidence submitted is satisfactory proof of performance for the use intended, the Village may ap- prove its use subject to the require- ment of this Chapter. The costs of all tests, reports and investigations re- quired under these provisions shall be paid by the applicant. G. Research Reports: The Village may accept as supporting data to assist in the determination duly authenticated research reports from approved sources for all materials or assem- blies proposed for use which are not specifically provided for in this Chapter. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-8: DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOP- MENT; DUTIES; POWERS: A. Director of Engineering and Commu- nity Development: Whenever in this Chapter the term "Director of Engi- neering and Community Development' is used, it shall mean the employee designated as such from time to time by the Village Manager, or his des- ignee. That officer is hereby author- ized and it is his duty to administer and enforce the provisions of the Building Code, making such determi- nations, interpretations, and orders as are necessary therefor, and requiring such plats, plans and other descrip- tive material in connection with appli- cations for permits as are necessary for him to judge compliance with this Chapter. B. General Duties: The Director of Engi- neering and Community Development 792 B) shall enforce all the provisions of thi; Code and shall act on any questions relative to the mode or manner of construction and the materials to be used in the erection, addition to, alteration, repair, removal, demolition, installation of service equipment and the location, use, occupancy and maintenance of all buildings and structures. C. Inspections: The Director of Engi- neering and Community Development shall make all the required inspec- tions, or the Director of Engineering and Community Development may ac- cept reports of inspections by approved agencies or individuals; and all reports of such inspections shall be in writing and certified by a responsible officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individ- ual. The Director of Engineering and Community Development may engage such expert opinion as may be deemed necessary to report upon unusual technical issues that may arise subject to the approval of the appointing authority. D. Credentials: The Director of Engi- neering and Community Development and authorized representatives shall carry proper credentials for their respective offices for the purposes of inspecting any and all buildings and premises in the performance of duties under this Code. E. Rule Making Authority: The Director of Engineering and Community De- velopment shall have power as may be necessary in the interest of public 792 psw-' health, safety and general welfare, to adopt and promulgate rules and reg- ulations, to interpret and implement the provisions of this Code, to secure the intent thereof and to designate requirements applicable because of local climatic or other conditions; but such rules shall not have the effect of waiving working stresses or fire - resistive requirements specifically provided in this Code, or violating accepted engineering practice involv- ing public safety. F. Records: The Director of Engineering and Community Development shall keep official records of applications received, permits and certificates issued, fees collected, reports of inspections and notices and orders issue. Such records shall be retained in the official records so long as the building or structure to which they relate remains in existence unless otherwise provided by other regula- tions. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-9: BUILDING PERMITS: A. Permit Required: No person shall be- gin the erection, construction, altera- tion or repair, demolition or movement of any building or structure in the Village or begin the clearing or exca- vating of the site of any proposed building or structure, or construct or maintain any driveway in or across any public walk, parkway or curb, without first having applied for and obtained a permit in writing to do so from the Village. I A) Ordinary" repairs to a building may be made without an application for a building permit or notice to the Village that the work will take place. The following items are hereby de- fined as ordinary repairs by the Vil- lage. These items shall not be con- sidered as an all inclusive listing of ordinary repairs. 1. Ordinary building repairs include a. Exterior and interior painting. b. Installation, repair or replace- ment of any interior finish in a one - or two-family dwelling, such as vinyl wall covering, plastering, or drywall on an existing wall. c. Wall papering at any location. d. The replacement of glazing material in any window or door. How- ever, the replacement material shall be of the type and quality so as to comply with minimum requirements of this Code. e. The installation and replace- ment of any window or door, including garage doors, in the same opening without altering the dimensions or framing of the original opening. This shall include storm windows and storm doors. Any new door or window shall be of the same type and opera- tion as the existing and shall not reduce the minimum requirements of the Code for means of egress and emergency escape. 1V f. The repair of any non- structural member such as a railing. g. The repair or replacement of any interior or exterior trim, decora- tion or moldings. h. The replacement or installa- tion of any flooring material except carpeting, with new material. How- ever, installation of carpeting in one - and two-family dwellings will be permitted under ordinary repairs. i. The repair of existing roofing material with like material not requir- ing the replacement of more than twenty five percent (25%) of the sheathing. j. The repair of existing siding material with like material. k. The repair of any part of a porch or stoop which does not struc- turally support a roof above. I. The replacement or installation of screens in existing openings. m. The installation of any roll or batt insulation. n. The replacement or installa- tion of exterior rain gutters and leaders. o. The replacement or installa- tion of fascia and/or soffit. p. The tuckpointing of existing masonry or the replacement of exist- ing brickwork. 792 8-3A-9 8-3A-9 A1) q. The sealcoating of existing a. The replacement of any sprin- asphalt surfaces. kler or smoke detector or heat detec- tor head with a like device. r. The repair or replacement of existing concrete flatwork. Replace- b. The repair or replacement of ment work classified as ordinary any component of a fire alarm or repairs shall be limited to thirty (30) smoke and heat detection equipment. square feet. 5. Ordinary heating, ventilation and 2. Ordinary plumbing repairs include: air conditioning repairs shall include: a. Repairs involving only working a. Replacement of motors, parts of a faucet, valve or plumbing pumps and fans of the same capac- fixture. ity. b. The clearance of stoppages b. Repair and replacement of or the repair of leaks provided such heating supply and return piping and repairs do not require any change in radiation elements in hot water the piping arrangement or an exca- heating systems, which does not vation on the exterior of the structure. require rearrangement of the piping system. c. Replacement of any faucet or valve provided no rearrangement of c. Repair and replacement of the connecting piping system is duct work. required. d. Repair and replacement of 3. Ordinary electrical repairs shall components of heating and air condi- include: tioning equipment and systems with a like capacity that are listed by a a. The replacement of any re- nationally recognized testing agency. ceptacle, switch, or lighting fixture rated at 20 amps or less and e. Repairs or replacement of operating at less than 150 volts to control devices for heating and air ground with a like or similar item. conditioning equipment. b. Repairs to any installed elec- No inspections of ordinary repairs are trically operated equipment such as required by this Building Code. doorbells, communication systems, elevators and any motor operated B. Application Form: An application for a device. permit shall be submitted in such form as the Director of Engineering 4. Ordinary fire protection repairs and Community 'Development may shall mean and include: prescribe. Such application shall 792 l B) contain the full names and addresses of the applicant and of the owner, and if the owner is a corporate body, of its responsible officer. The application shall also describe briefly the proposed work and shall give such additional information as may be required by the Director of Engineer- ing and Community Development for an intelligent understanding of the work proposed. C. Plot Plan Required: At the time of applying for a permit, the applicant shall submit to the Director of Engi- neering and Community Development two (2) copies of a plat of survey of the lot by an Illinois registered land surveyor, showing the dimensions of the same and the position to be occupied by the proposed building, or by the building to be altered or added to, or by the building to be moved thereon, and the position of any other building or buildings that may be on the lot, including swimming pools, decks, patios, sheds, etc., and landscaping required by the Zoning Ordinance. Topographical data shall be included showing existing contours at vertical intervals of not less than two feet (2') and proposed changes in contours and showing elevation of proposed foundation to U.S.G.S. elevation datum. D. Plans Required: Plans, drawings, specifications and calculations meeting the architectural, mechanical, structural and electrical requirements of the Building Code shall be pre- sented to the Director of Engineering l and Community Development for his approval before permit will be granted. Plans shall specifically show design live loads and occupant ca- pacities for all spaces and floors. The application for the permit shall be accompanied by not less than four (4) copies of specifications and of plans having the seal and signature of a registered architect, structural, or professional engineer pursuant to the statutes of the State of Illinois. The plans shall be drawn to scale, with sufficient clarity and detail dimensions to show the nature and character of the work to be performed. When quality of materials is essential for conformity to this Code, specific information shall be given to establish such quality; and this Code shall not be cited, or the term "legal" or its equivalent be used, as a substitute for specific information. Exception: Working drawings in suffi- cient detail to describe the character of the work proposed are required for single-family residential buildings or their additions or accessory struc- tures. Additionally, the Director of Engineer- ing and Community Development is permitted to waive the requirement for filing plans when the work involved is of a minor nature. E. Proof of Compliance: A building permit shall not be issued until satisfactory proof has been submitted that adequate and approved water 792 E) supply and sewage facilities are available; that surface and roof drainage will not damage adjoining properties; that, to maintain the public safety because of activity on and to the property, public pedestrian walks and curbs are provided and that where, in the opinion of the Director of Engineering and Community De- velopment an operational plan is necessary, such plan has been submitted to and approved by the Village. The operational plan shall consist of a drawing identifying: emergency fire apparatus vehicle access, approved by the fire official, capable of sup- porting vehicles weighing forty two thousand (42,000) pounds; truck run- ways and material delivery area; employee and patron parking areas; and material storage areas. A one thousand five hundred dollar ($1,500.00) cash deposit or irrevoc- able letter of credit shall be deposited with the Village upon approval of the operational plan. The cash deposit or letter of credit shall be cashed and called to the extent necessary to meet expenses incurred by the Village if any aspect of the operational plan is violated. Construction work shall cease if the level of the cash deposit or letter of credit is not restored within four (4) business days and said work shall not be resumed until said deposit require- ments are met. Upon successful completion of all 792 construction activities authorized by a permit and final inspection approval by the Director of Engineering and Community Development, the cash deposit or letter of credit then on file with the Village shall be returned unused to the depositor. The Director of Engineering and Com- munity Development may, when the work to be performed under a permit is minor in nature or scope, authorize a cash deposit or letter of credit or other deposit of less than one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00) to fulfill the above requirements. F. Preliminary Plan Review: Preliminary plan review services may be per- formed by the Director of Engineer- ing and Community Development up- on receipt of sufficient information or partially completed plans for the pur- pose of providing advice and assis- tance about Village requirements and standards. Said service shall be per- formed for a fee equal to one-half ('/0 of the fee normally charged for full and final plan review. Any fees paid for said preliminary plan review shall not be credited toward the cost for final plan review work. G. Construction Plans: In all construction work for which a permit is required, the approval and stamped drawings and plans shall be kept on file at the construction site while the work is in progress. The permit shall be posted on the site. H. Alteration of Plans: It shall be unlaw- H) ful to erase, alter or modify any lines, figures or coloring contained upon drawings or plans bearing the ap- proval stamp of the Director of Engi- neering and Community Development, or filed with him for reference. If during the progress of the execution of such work, it is desired to deviate in any manner affecting the construc- tion or other essentials of the building from the terms of the application or drawing, notice of such intention to alter or deviate shall be given to the Director of Engineering and Commu- nity Development and an amended plan showing such alteration or deviation shall be obtained before such alteration shall be made. I. Demolition of Buildings or Structures: 1. Before a building or structure may be demolished, the owner or agent shall notify all utilities having service connections within the structure, such as water, electric, gas, sewer and other connections. A permit to de- molish a building or structure shall not be issued until a release is obtained from the utilities, stating that their respective service connections and appurtenant equipment, such as meters and regulators, have been removed or sealed and plugged in a safe manner. 2. The plot plan shall show the build- ings or structures to be demolished and the buildings or structures on the same lot that are to remain. After the demolition, the premises will be placed in a satisfactory condition, free from all unsafe or hazardous condi- tions. J. Action on Application: The Director of Engineering and Community Develop- ment shall examine applications for permits, within a reasonable time after filing. If, after examination, he finds no objections to same and it appears that the proposed work will be in compliance with the laws and ordinances applicable thereto, and the proposed construction or work will be safe, he shall approve such applica- tion and issue a permit for the pro- posed work as soon as practicable. If his examination reveals otherwise, he shall reject such application and notify the applicant. K. Revocation of Permit: The Director of Engineering and Community Develop- ment may revoke a permit issued in case there has been any false state- ment or misrepresentation as to a material fact in the application or plans on which the permit or approval was based. L. Approval of Permit in Part: Nothing in this Chapter shall be construed to prevent the Director of Engineering and Community Development from issuing a permit for the construction of part of a building or structure before the entire plans and detailed statements of said building or structure have been submitted or approved, provided adequate infor- mation and detailed statements have been submitted for the same and have been found to comply with this Chapter. 792 l M. Permit for Moving Building or Struc- ture: Before a building or structure may be moved, the owner or agent shall notify all utilities having service connections within the building or structure such as water, electric, gas, sewer and any other connections. A permit for moving a building or struc- ture shall not be issued until a re- lease is obtained from the utilities concerned stating that their respective connections and appurtenant equip- ment, such as meters and regulators, have been removed or sealed and plugged in a safe manner. No person, firm, or corporation shall move any building on, through or over any street, alley, sidewalk, or other public place in the Village without having obtained a permit therefor. Applications for such permits shall be made in writing and shall state there- on the proposed route and number of days it is intended that the building shall occupy any portion of any public street. No permit shall be issued to move a building to a location within the Village to a location when the use of said building at said location would cause a violation of applicable regulations. N. Commencement Notice to be Given: The Director of Engineering and Com- munity Development shall be given at least twenty-four (24) hours' notice of the starting of work under a permit. O. Payment of Fees: A permit shall not be issued until all required fees have been paid. 792 RIMM P. Compliance With Chapter: The permit shall be a license to proceed with the work and shall not be construed as authority to violate any of the provi- sions of this Chapter, except as spe- cifically stipulated by modification or variation. Q. Compliance with Permit: All work shall conform to the approved appli- cation and plans for which the permit has been issued and any approved amendments thereto. R. Compliance with Plot Plan: All new -.rk shall be located strictly in ac - dance with the approved plot plan. One copy of platted survey, prepared by a registered land surveyor of the State of Illinois, will be required within fourteen (14) days after foundation is placed on the lot as well as the true U.S.G.S. elevation of top of founda- tion wall and existing grade of curb, sidewalk, or existing grade of street or roadway. No construction will be permitted past the decking over the foundation except for water, sewage and related items unless such platted survey has been filed and approved by the building inspector. S. Extension and Expiration of Building Permit: If, after a building permit required by this Chapter shall have been granted, the operation called for by such permit shall not have been started within six (6) months after the date thereof, such permit shall be void and no operation thereunder shall be begun. Where, under author- ity of a permit, work has begun and has not been prosecuted for a contin- uous or cumulative period of six (6) 8-3A-9 S) months, all rights under such permit shall thereupon terminate and work can be continued only after applica- tion for and issuance of a new permit. Where, under authority of a permit, work has not been completed within one year after the issuance of such permit and an occupancy permit issued, all rights under such permit shall thereupon terminate and work can be continued only after applica- tion for and issuance of a new permit. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-10: INSPECTIONS: A. Preliminary Inspection: Before issuing a permit, the Director of Engineering and Community Development may ex- amine or cause to be examined all buildings, structures and sites for which an application has been filed for a permit to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, remove or demolish. B. Required Inspections: 1. Inspections required under the provisions of this Chapter shall be made by the Director of Engineering and Community Development or his duly appointed assistants. If an in- spection has been scheduled and, in the opinion of the building inspector, after arrival on the inspection site, the job is not ready or has not progress- ed to a point where an inspection can be made properly or access is not possible to perform the inspection, a fifty dollar ($50.00) reinspection fee may be charged. No further in- spections shall be made until such 8-3A-10 time as the reinspection fee has been paid. 2. The owner or contractor is required to call the Department of Engineering and Community Development twenty- four (24) hours in advance, for the following inspections: a. Footing: before concrete is poured and after footing excavation has been completed and access drive and culvert are installed. b. Drain tile: before backfilling and after footing drain tile and gravel have been placed and walls have been dampproofed or waterproofed. c. Under slab: before any con- crete floor slabs are poured and after insulation and vapor barriers are installed. d. Underslab plumbing: after underslab plumbing is installed and before concrete floor slabs are poured. e. Sheathing paper: before any siding or brick veneer is applied and after the framing is completed. f. Framing: before any insula- tion, vapor barrier or wall finish is applied and after the framing is com- pleted. g. Plumbing: before any insula- tion, vapor barriers or wall finish is applied and after the rough plumbing is completed. 792 8-3A-10 B2) h. Electrical: before any insula- tion, vapor barriers or wall finish is applied and after the rough electric is completed. 792 8-3A-10 Engineering and Community Develop- ment on the building permit card, and on his office records, thereby author- izing the continuation of the work. i. Electrical service: at the time C. Approved Inspection Agencies: The the electrical service is to be ener- Director of Engineering and Commu- gized or re -energized. nity Development may accept reports of approved inspection agencies. j. Insulation: before any interior wall finish is applied and after insula- tion and vapor barriers are completed. k. Sewer connection: before any backfill and after house sewer has been tapped into sanitary sewer. D. Plant Inspection: When required by the provisions of this Chapter or by the approved rules, materials or assemblies shall be inspected at the point of manufacture or fabrication in accordance with subsection E, below. I. Water connection: before E. backfill and after installation of service pipe on the house side of the curb cock. m. Driveway inspection: a proof - roll inspection of the driveway base prior to the installation of Portland cement or asphalt surface. n. Final inspection: after all work is completed and building is to be ap- proved for issuance of certificate of occupancy. 3. Obstruction of Inspection: No work shall be done which will cover, or obstruct from view, construction work scheduled for inspection which is not yet approved by the Director of Engi- neering and Community Development. 4. Approval: As each stage or item of construction is approved, the approval shall be recorded by the Director of Inspection Reports: All inspection reports shall be in writing and shall be certified by the licensed authority, or responsible officer of the agency or the individual when expert inspection services are accepted. An identifying label or stamp permanently affixed to the product indicating that factory inspection has been made shall be accepted in lieu of the aforesaid in- spection report in writing if the intent or meaning of such identifying label or stamp is properly substantiated. F. Final Inspection: Upon completion of the building or structure, and before issuance of the certificate of use and occupancy, a final inspection shall be made. All violations of the approved plans and permit shall be noted and the holder of the permit shall be notified of the discrepancies. G. Right of Entry: In the discharge of duties, the Director of Engineering l G) and Community Development or au- thorized representative shall have the authority to enter at any reasonable hour any building, structure or prem- ises in the jurisdiction to enforce the provisions of this Chapter. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-11: STOP -WORK ORDERS: A. Notice to Owner: Upon notice from the Director of Engineering and Com- munity Development that work on any building or structure is being prose- cuted contrary to the provisions of this Chapter, or in an unsafe and dangerous manner, such work shall be immediately stopped. The stop - work order shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of the property involved, or to the owner's agent, or to the person doing the work and shall state the conditions under which work may be resumed. B. Unlawful Continuance: Any person who shall continue any work in or about the structure 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 to a fine of not less than fifty dollars ($50.00) or more than five hundred dollars ($500.00). (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-12: CERTIFICATES AND INSPEC- TIONS: A. Occupancy Permits: No structures or 8-3A-12 additions thereto constructed, moved, remodeled or reconstructed after the effective date of this Chapter shall be occupied and used for any purpose, and no land vacant on the effective date of this Chapter shall be used for any other use, unless an occupancy permit shall first have been obtained from the Village certifying that the proposed use or occupancy complies with all provisions of this Chapter. 1. Application for an Occupancy Permit: Every application for a building permit shall be deemed an application for an occupancy permit. Every application for an occupancy permit for a new or changed use of land or structures where no building permit is required shall be filed with the Director of Engineering and Com- munity Development and be in such form and contain such form and contain such information as the Di- rector of Engineering and Community Development shall provide by general rule. 2. Application for Occupancy Permits for Industrial Uses: All applications for an occupancy permit for any use to be located in an industrial district where no building permit is required shall be accompanied by sufficient information to enable the Director of Engineering and Community Develop- ment to determine that all the appli- cable performance standards of the Zoning Ordinance of the Village can and will be complied with at all times. 3. Issuance of Occupancy Permit: No 792 8-3A-12 A3) occupancy permit for a structure or addition thereto constructed, moved, remodeled or reconstructed after the effective date of this Chapter shall be issued until such work has been com- pleted, including off-street parking and loading spaces, and the premises having been inspected by the Direc- tor of Engineering and Community Development and determined to be in full and complete compliance with the plans and specifications upon which the issuance of the building permit was based. No occupancy permit for a new use of any structure or land shall be issued until the premises have been inspected by the Director of Engineering and Commu- nity Development and determined to be in full and complete compliance with all of the applicable regulations for the zoning district in which it is located. Pending the issuance of a permanent occupancy permit, a temporary permit may be issued to be valid for a period of not to exceed six (6) months from its date pending the completion of any addition or during partial occupancy of the premises. A temporary occupancy certificate shall contain such conditions as the Village deems appropriate. In the event that any construction or building as to which a temporary occupancy permit has been issued has not been fully completed so as to comply with all applicable Village ordinances at the end of the six (6) month period, the Director of Engineering and Commu- nity Development may cause said premises to be vacated and to remain vacated until full compliance with all 792 8-3A-12 applicable ordinances of the Village has been obtained. An occupancy permit shall be issued or written notice shall be given to the applicant stating the reasons why a certificate cannot be issued within twenty one (21) days after the receipt of an application therefor; or after the Di- rector of Engineering and Community Development is notified in writing that the structure or premises is ready for occupancy. B. Yielding of Occupancy by Contractor: A contractor shall not yield occupancy to a tenant until a certificate of occupancy has been posted. C. Reinspection: If a building or any part thereof fails approval in its final inspection, the violations of this Chapter or other ordinances shall be corrected by the contractor and notice given the Village that the building is ready for reinspection. When the Village finds that the building is substantially completed after one or more reinspections, it shall issue a certificate of occupancy. D. Supplemental Requirements: Notwith- standing any provision within this Code to the contrary, the following improvements and supplemental doc- umentation shall be required prior to the issuance of a final occupancy certificate: 1. All fees and charges due and payable to the Village shall be remitted. 8-3A-12 D) 2. The water meter and raceway (conduit) for the remote water meter reader shall be installed and in service. 3. The buffalo box (water shutoff) shall be adjusted to grade, accessible and operable. 4. All public and private sidewalks on and adjacent to the lot shall be completed. 5. Driveway and approach paving shall be completed. 6. Any replacement or repair to damaged curbs and gutters, streets, sidewalk, driveway or street lighting shall be completed. 7. All final grading within the lot and parkway areas shall be completed and a final topographic survey shall be submitted indicating that all grading does not deviate by more than two inches (24) plus or minus the approved subdivision grading plan and that all overland storm water flow conforms with said grading plan. 8. An established, homogeneous grass surface shall be provided in all front yards, and exterior side yards. Parkways shall be sodded. If a seeded surface is provided in front and side yards and has not been es- tablished satisfactorily at the time of final inspection, a cash bond will be required in the amount of one hun- dred fifty percent (150%) of the Village's estimate of the cost of 8-3A-13 providing a sodded surface. The cash bond will be returned when the build- ing inspector has determined that a homogeneous grass surface has been established. The bond will be forfeited if such a surface has not been achieved six (6) months after the date of issuance of the certificate of occupancy. 9. All rear yards and interior side yards shall be sodded or seeded. 10. Trees of an approved species shall be planted in the parkway areas. One tree shall be required for each fifty (50) lineal feet of street frontage. 11. All other.. required landscaping shall be installed. 12. Address numbers shall be affixed to the building. 13. A final plot plan shall be sub- mitted showing all final as -built dimensions. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-13: EMERGENCY MEASURES: A. Vacating Structures: When, in the opinion of the Director of Engineer- ing and Community Development, there is actual and immediate danger of failure or collapse of a building or structure or any part thereof which would endanger life, or when any structure or part of a structure has fallen and life is endangered by the occupation of the building or struc- 792 8-3A-13 A) lure, the Director of Engineering and Community Development is hereby authorized and empowered to order and require the inmates and occu- pants to vacate the same forthwith. The Director of Engineering and Com- munity Development shall cause to be posted at each entrance to such building a notice reading as follows: This Structure Is Unsafe and Its Use or Occupancy Has Been Prohibited by the Director of Engineering and Com- munity Development. It shall be unlawful for any person to enter such building or structure except for the purpose of making the required repairs or demolishing the same. B. Temporary Safeguards: When, in the opinion of the Director of Engineer- ing and Community Development, there is actual and immediate danger of collapse or failure of a building or structure or any part thereof which would endanger life, the Director of Engineering and Community Develop- ment shall cause the necessary work to be done to render such building or structure or part thereof temporarily safe, whether or not the legal procedure herein described has been instituted. C. Closing Streets: When necessary for the public safety, the Director of En- gineering and Community Develop- ment may temporarily close side- walks, streets, buildings and structures, and places adjacent to such unsafe structures and prohibit the same from being used. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 1. See also Chapter 8 of this Title. 792 8-3A-15 8-3A-14: OFF-STREET 1'ARKING:' Al: off-street parking and loading facilities, including driveways and pave- ment, shall be constructed in accordance with all provisions contained in the Elk Grove Village Municipal Code and such provisions are hereby incorporated into the Building Code of Elk Grove Village by reference, as if fully set forth herein. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-15: NUMBERING OF BUILDINGS: A. Required: All houses, buildings and structures within the Village shall be numbered in accordance with the reg- ulations set forth by the Department of Engineering and Community Development. B. Duty to Affix; Visibility: It shall be the duty of the owner or occupant of every house, building or structure in the Village to have placed thereon, so as to be clearly visible from the street, figures showing the number of the house, building or structure. The minimum height of letters and numbers shall be three inches (3") set on a contrasting background. C. Penalty: It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any provision of this Section. D. Payment of Fine: Any person charged with a violation of any provision of this Section may, in lieu of prosecu- tion for a violation thereof, make payment in accordance with the pro- visions of the violation notice. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-16 8-3A-16: FOOTINGS AND FOUNDA- TIONS: Poured in place con- crete footings and/or foundations shall be provided for ail habitable buildings and structures which require the construction of footings and/or foundations. Precast con- crete or mortar blocks will not be per- mitted. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3A-16 792 8-3B-1 CHAPTERS BUILDING ACTIVITY CODE ARTICLE B. ADOPTION OF CERTAIN CODES SECTION: 8-3B-1: One and Two Family Dwelling Code Adopted 8-3B-2: All Other Structures; Building Code Adopted 8-3B-1: ONE AND TWO FAMILY DWELLING CODE ADOPTED-. A. Code Adopted: There is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out herein, that certain code known as the "CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code", 1989 Edition, together with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes hereinafter set forth, three (3) copies of which are available for inspection and on file in the office of the Village Clerk. This Code shall govern the construction of detached one - and two-family dwelling units, their appurtenances, and their accessory structures except that the provisions of the BOCA National Building Code, 1990 Edition, as amended, shall apply to items not specifically covered by the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code, 1989 Edition. 792 Em B. Amendments: The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code: 1. Part I - Administrative. Section 115: The definition of family is hereby amended as follows: FAMILY Either: a. Two or more persons, each related to the other by blood, marriage, or adoption, together with usual domestic servants and not more than one bona fide guest, all living together a single housekeeping unit and :ung common kitchen facilities (that is, a related family); or b. Three or fewer persons, all of whom are not necessarily related to each of the others by blood, marriage, or adoption, all living together as a single housekeeping unit and using common kitchen facilities (that is, an unrelated family). For purposes of this Article, however, an unrelated family shalt not include persons living together in a community residence or nursing home. 2. Part II - Building, Planning. Section 8-3B-1 8-38-2 B2) R-203.3: Amend the last sentence of 3. Section 109:0: Delete in its entirety. the exception to allow for the venting of bathroom exhausts within the non- 4. Section 114.3.1: Insert "As may be habitable attic area. established from time to time by the President and Board of Trustees". 3. Part VI - Electrical. Amend this Part to read as follows: The electrical 5. Section 114.4: Delete in its entirety. requirements shall conform to the pro- visions of NFiPA 70 and Title 8, 6. Section 117.4: Amend to read: As Chapter 3, Article C of the Municipal provided for by Title 8, Chapter 3, Code. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) Article G of the Municipal Code. 2. Section 103.4: Insert "June 9, 1992". 792 7. Section 118.2: Delete. 8-36-2: ALL OTHER STRUCTURES; BUILDING CODE ADOPTED: 8. Section 123.3: Insert "As may be established from time to time by the A. Code Adopted: There is hereby President and Board of Trustees". adopted by reference, as if fully set out herein, governing the construction of 9. Section 124.2: Amend to read: The all other structures (exclusive of one- Board of Appeals shall consist of five and two-family dwelling units) within members appointed by the Chief ap- the Village, that certain code known as pointing authority on an as -needed the BOCA National Building basis. Code/1990, Eleventh Edition, prepared and published by the Building Officials 10. Section 201: Insert the following and Code Administrators International, definition: Fire Official: The Fire Chief Inc., together with the additions, of the Village of Elk Grove Village. insertions, deletions and changes hereafter set forth in the remaining 11. Amend Table 501 as follows: Articles of this Chapter, three (3) copies of which are available for Table 501 inspection and on file in the office of the Village Clerk. 1. The height and area limitations for F-2 and S-2 shall be the same as F-1 B. Amendments: The following additions, and S-1. insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the BOCA National 2. Table 501, line R-2 under columns Building Code/1990, Eleventh Edition: 5A and 5B shall be limited to eight (8) dwelling units or less, over eight (8) 1. Section 100.1: Insert "Village of Elk units not permitted. Grove Village". 2. Section 103.4: Insert "June 9, 1992". 792 f a 792 12. Amend Section 502.2 as follows. 502.2 Street frontage increase: Where a building or structure has more than 25 percent of the building perimeter fronting on a street or other unoc- cupied space, the area limitations specified in Table 501 shall be increased 2 percent for each 1 percent of such excess frontage. The unoccupied space shall be on the same lot or dedicated for public use, and shall not be less than 30 feet (9144mm) in width accessible from a street by a posted fire lane not less than 18 feet (5486mm) in width. The fire lane shall be a dust -free surface, capable of supporting 44,000 pounds. 13. Add a new Section 504.3 as follows: 504.3 The roof systems of all unlimited area buildings shall be provided with smoke and heat vents in accordance with Section 930 or 709.4. 14. Amend Section 512.0 as follows: 512.0 All construction work shall be com- pleted in accordance with the State of Illinois Accessibility Standards and the American Disabilities Act. 15. Add new Sections 602.3.1 and 602.3.2 as follows: 602.3.1 Shutoff Valves and Water Flow Devices: Shutoff valves and a water flow device shall be provided for each floor. 602.3.2 Valve Supervision: Valves shall be supervised by continuously named control station or central station. 16. Amend Section 602.8 as follows: M Fire Department Communication System: A two-way Fire Department Communication System shall be provided for Fire Department use. The communication system shall operate between the central control station and every elevator, elevator lobby and enclosed exit stairway. Acceptable types of Fire Department communications shall include: 1. Telephone or Fire Department radio in lieu of a dedicated system, where approved by the Fire Depart- ment. 2. Intercom or two-way public address system complying with NFiPA 72F listed in Appendix A. Phone jacks are to be installed at each level of the exit stairway. B) 17. Add new Section 603.1.2.2 as follows: 603.1.2.2 HPM facilities shall: a) be in a separate, freestanding building. b) not be located in a multi -tenant building. 18. Amend Section 623.4 as follows: 623.4 Locations: All swimming pools shall be located in accordance with the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance of the Village. 19. Amend Section 623.6.2 as follows: 623.6.2 Drainage Systems: Water discharged from swimming pools shall be directed to the public street through the use of a discharge hose unless such discharge can occur directly into a storm sewer structure located in rear yards by the use of a continuous dis- charge hose from the swimming pool to the storm sewer structure. Any encroachment of adjacent property by the discharge hose must first have the approval of the appropriate homeowner(s). At no time shall water discharged from a swimming pool be permitted to encroach upon any adjacent property and in no case shall the overland discharge of swimming pool water be permitted unless such overland flow can be confined to the property upon which the swimming pool is located. Water discharged from swimming pools shall not create hazards to either pedestrians using the public sidewalk or vehicles using the public street. Water shall not be discharged during periods of rain or storms and at no time shall the discharge rate exceed a flow of 200 gallons per minute. 20. Amend Section 623.9 as follows: 623.9 Swimming Pool Safety Devices: Every person owning land on which there is situated a swimming pool that contains 30 inches (762 mm) or more of water in depth at any point, shall erect and maintain thereon an adequate enclosure surrounding the pool area. 21. Add new Section 930.4 as follows: 930.4 Additional Requirements: For all buildings in Use Groups F and S, for windowless buildings and for those classified as unlimited area buildings, smoke and heat venting shall be pro- vided by one of the following methods: 792 B21) 1. Smoke control conforming to Section 1019.0 BOCA National Build- ing Code. 2. Smoke and heat venting in accordance with Section 930, 1990 BOCA National Building Code. 3. Skylights that meet all the requirements of Section 930, 1990 BOCA National Building Code excluding automatic activation. 4. For buildings 12,000 square feet or less, 20 square feet of panels or windows in each 50 lineal feet, or fraction thereof, of exterior wall in each story. The panels shall be openable for smoke and heat control. The panels or windows shall be distributed around the perimeter in not more than 50 foot intervals. A minimum of one such opening shall be provided for each building or tenant space. 22. Amend Section 807.3 as follows: 807.3 Doorway Grading: From each grade floor exit from a building there shall be provided, after exiting the building, a hard surface area a minimum of 48 inches in width centered on that door. The hard surface area shall extend to a property line adjoining a public street. Exception: One and two family dwellings (Use Group R-3). 23. Amend Section 813.4 as follows: 792 MIKI".m 813.4 Door Hardware: All exit and exit ac- cess doors shall be of a side swinging type and shall swing in the direction of egress. All means of egress doors shall be of a side swinging type and shall swing in the direction of egress where the travel distance allowed in Table 813.2 is exceeded. The door latch shall release when subjected to a 15 -pound (73N) force. The door shall be set in motion when subjected to a 30 -pound (146N) force. The door shall swing to a full -open position when subjected to a 15 -pound (73N) force. Forces shall be applied to the latch side. Exceptions: 1. Private garages, factory and storage areas with an occupant load of 2 or less. 2. Horizontal sliding-type doors complying with Section 611.4.2 shall be permitted in a means of egress in buildings of Use Group 1-3. 3. Doors within or serving a single dwelling unit. 4. Revolving doors conforming to Section 814.0. 5. Horizontal sliding doors complying with Section 813.4.4 shall be permitted in a means of egress that serves an occupant load of less than 50. I B) 24. Amend Section 813.4.1 as follows: Delete Exception #6. 25. Amend Section 822.4 as follows: 822.4 Power Source: All "EXIT" signs shall be illuminated at all times when the building is occupied. To assure con- tinued illumination for a duration of not less than 1 hour in case of primary power loss, the "EXIT" signs shall be connected to an emergency electrical system that complies with Section 2706.0. The secondary power supply shall be from a minimum of one (1) hour battery or generator. Exception: Approved self -luminous signs which provide continuous illumi- nation independent of external power sources are not required to comply with Section 2706.0. 26. Amend Section 823.4 as follows: 823.4 Power Source: Means of egress light- ing in all buildings, rooms or spaces required to have more than one exit or exit access shall be connected to an emergency electrical system that complies with Section 2706.0 to assure continued illumination for a duration of not less than 1 hour in case of emergency or primary power loss. The secondary power supply shall be from a minimum one (1) hour battery or generator. 27. Amend Section 905.2 as follows: 905.2 Fire resistance ratings: The fire resistance rating of exterior walls shall comply with Table 905.2. Loadbearing exterior walls shall also comply with the fire resistance rating requirements of Section 401.0. The fire resistance rating of exterior walls with a fire separation distance of greater than 5 feet (1524mm) shall be rated for exposure to fire from the inside. The fire resistance rating of exterior walls with a fire separation distance of 5 feet (1524mm) or less shall be rated for exposure to fire from both sides. The exterior walls of structures in Districts of 1-1 and 1-2 shall be of noncombustible construction. 28. Amend Section 907.6 as follows: 907.6 Continuity of walls. In all buildings and structure, fire walls shall be continuous from foundation to 2 feet, 8 inches above the roof surface. Fire walls shall be made smoke tight at their junction with exterior walls. In exterior wall construction employing studs, the wall shall extend through the stud space to the exterior sheathing. In exterior walls with openings within five (5) feet of the fire wall - exterior wall junction, the fire wall shall extend horizontally 2 feet, 8 inches beyond the exterior wall. 792 B28) Exception: where automatic sprinkler systems are provided on both sides of the fire wall the horizontal extension beyond the exterior wall shall not be required. 29. Delete Section 907.6.1. 30. Delete Section 907.6.2. 31. Delete Section 907.6.3. 32. Amend Section 908.3.1 as follows: 908.3.1 Hold -Open Devices: Heat -actuated hold -open devices shall be installed on both sides of the wall, and shall be interconnected so that the operation of any single device will permit the door to close. Heat detectors or fusible links shall be installed at the door opening and at the ceiling in compliance with NFiPA 80 listed in Appendix A for the particular type of door to be installed. (All side -hinged doors in fire walls shall be closed by activation of a smoke detector or fire alarm signal that is in compliance with NFiPA 80 listed in Appendix A. 33. Amend Section 909.3.2 as follows: 909.3.2 Hold -Open Devices: All side -hinged doors in fire separation assemblies shall be closed by activation of a smoke detector or fire alarm signal that is in compliance with NFiPA 80 listed in Appendix A. 792 DRUM 34. Amend Section 921.7.1 as follows: 921.7.1 Where ceilings are suspended below solid wood floor joists the space between the ceiling and the floor shall be divided by draftstopping as speci- fied in sections 921.7.1.1 through 921.7.1.3. Where open -web wood floor trusses are used, draftstopping shall be applied to one side of each individual truss. Exception: Where the space above the ceiling is of combustible construction and the building is sprinklered above and below the ceiling, draftstopping attached to one side of each individual floor truss is not required. 35. Amend Section 1002.4 as follows: 1002.4 Use Groups: For Use Groups A-3, A-4, B, E, F, M and S an automatic fire suppression system shall be provided in all buildings exceeding 12,000 square feet, gross area. The gross area is the footprint of the building. It is the area included within the outside limits of the exterior walls, roof, or architectural trim of the structure. Fire walls or other separation walls shall not be considered an exterior wall for the purpose of calculating the building area for sprinkler requirements. For Use Groups B and R-1 an auto- matic fire suppression system shall be provided in all buildings of more FMI.M B35) than two (2) stories in height. For Use Group R-2 an automatic fire suppres- sion system shall be provided in all buildings of more than three (3) stories in height. 36. Amend Section 1002.6 as follows: Delete the exceptions. 37. Delete Section 1002.7 38. Renumber Section 1002.8 to 1002.7 39. Renumber Section 1002.9 to 1002.8 40. Renumber Section 1002.10 to 1002.9 41. Renumber Section 1002.11 to 1002.10 42. Add new Section 1002.11 as follows: 1002.11 Hose Stations (1'/2 inch piping): In sprinklered buildings with the height available for storage in excess of twelve (12) feet, a device shall be placed up stream of the riser valves to permit the addition of 1'/2 inch piping as required for hose stations on a single riser. 43. Add new Section 1004.10 as follows: 1004.10 N All new building or riser construction shall require the installation of a metered reduced pressure zone back- flow preventor between the Village water supply and the sprinkler system. The device shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 44. Amend Section 1005.2.1 as follows: 1005.2.1 Within a Fire Area: A limited area sprinkler system shall be permitted provided that twenty (20) sprinklers or less are required based on the spacing limitations of NFiPA 13 listed in Appendix A. 45. Amend Section 1005.5 as follows: 1005.5 Sprinkler Alarms: Alarm and alarm at- tachments shall be required when there are more than ten (10) sprin- klers. 46. Amend Section 1012.3 as follows: Delete Item No. 3 47. Amend Section 1012.3.1 as follows: Delete Exceptions 1 and 2. Amend Exception 3 as follows: Open parking structures in which the highest floor is located not more than 792 8-3B-2 B47) 150 feet (45,720mm) above the lowest level of the Fire Department vehicle access, shall be permitted to use a standpipe system complying with Section 1012.3 (2) or (4). 48. Amend Section 1013.2 as follows: 1013.2 Where Required: Standpipes required by Section 1012.0 shall be installed within one floor of the highest point of construction having secured decking or flooring. 49. Amend Section 1014.2 as follows: 1014.2 Connections. Fire Department connections shall be arranged in such a manner that the use of any one water sprinkler connection will serve all sprinklers, and the use of any one standpipe will serve all standpipes within the building. For the purposes of this section the term "building" will be interpreted to mean the footprint of the entire struc- ture encompassing the entire area within the outside limits of the exterior walls, roof, or architectural trim of the structure. Fire walls or other separation walls shall not be considered an exterior wall for the purposes of interpreting this section. 50. Amend Section 1014.3 as follows: 792 Mr•.� 1014.3 Location: Fire Department connections shall be located and shall be visible on a street front or in a location approved by the Fire Department. Such connections shall be located so that immediate access can be made by the Fire Department. Fire Department connections shall not be obstructed by fences, bushes, trees, walls or any other similar object. A ten (10) inch waterflow alarm bell illuminated identification device shall be located above the Fire Department connection. A six (6) inch waterflow alarm bell shall be located inside the building by the sprinkler risers. 51. Amend Section 1015.1 as follows: 1015.1 Fire Hydrants: Fire hydrants installed on private property shall be located and installed as directed by the Fire Department. Hydrants shall conform to the standards of the administrative authority of the jurisdiction and the Fire Department. Hydrants shall not be installed on a watermain less than 8 inches in diameter and shall be looped if required by the Authority having jurisdiction. Fire hydrants shall be located within 75 feet of the Fire Department connection, if applicable. The distance from the Fire Department connection and the hydrant shall be accessible with not more than 75 feet of hose. B) 52. Add new Section 1016.4.6 as follows: 1016.4.6 In all buildings of F-1, F-2, S-1 or S-2. Occupancies of more than two (2) stories in height or more than 150,000 square feet in floor area of the same tenant area, a manual fire alarm system is required. 53. Add new Section 1017.4.5 as follows: 1017.4.5 Use Group R-2: 1. When of more than two (2) stories in height; or 2. When of more than fifty (50) habitable rooms are located above the first or grade floor. 54. Add new Section 1017.4.6 as follows: 1017.4.6 Use Group B: When more than 7,500 square feet in area per floor. 55. Add new Section 1017.4.7 as follows: 1017.4.7 Senior Citizens Housing as defined in the Elk Grove Zoning Ordinance shall be provided with a complete heat and smoke detection system. 56. Add new Section 1017.4.8 as follows: 1017.4.8 In all buildings of Use Groups A-1, A-2 and A-3 with an occupancy load of more than 50 persons as computed in accordance with Section 506. 57. Add new Section 1017.4.9 as follows: 1017.4.9 All recreational purpose buildings shall be equipped with an approved heat and smoke detection system. 58. Add new Section 1017.4.10 as follows: 1017.4.10 In all buildings of Use Group A-4 and E, when more than 1,000 square feet in area shall be equipped with an approved heat and smoke detection system. 59. Add new Section 1017.4.11 as follows: 1017.4.11 All day care centers. 60. Add new Section 1017.4.12 as follows: 1017.4.12 792 B60) All non -required systems which are supervised shall use listed equipment for that particular fire alarm system. They shall be installed according to code and maintained in good working order. 61. Add new Section 1018.3.5 as follows: MIRWOM All non -required systems which are supervised shall use listed equipment for that particular fire alarm system. They shall be installed according to code and maintained in good working order. 62. Amend Section 1020.2 as follows: 1020.2 Fire Protection Systems: All required fire protection systems shall have a direct connection to the Elk Grove Village Fire Department Communica- tion Center or alternate method of connection as approved by the fire official. 63. Add new Section 2600.2.1 as follows: 2600.2.1 The requirements of ASNI/ASME A17.1 shall be amended as follows: 1. Amend Section 102 by deleting the requirements of Rule 102.2(c)(4), 792 I 2. Amend Section 104.1 by adding "driving machine" after signal machine. 3. Amend Section 111.913 as follows: 111.913 - The switch shall be installed only at the access landings, top floor, and bottom floor. Access switch may only be operable after a transfer switch located on ace of car operating panel and operable by a cylinder type lock is turned on. The lock shall not be operable by another key used for the elevator or building. Lock to be identified by markings off/Insp. 4. Amend the first sentence of Section 204.7A(3) as follows: Passenger and freight elevators shall be provided with a standby emergency lighting power source on each elevator conforming to the follow- ing. 5. Amend Section 210.2(5) as follows: 210.2(5) - Car top and Car Side - Emergency -Exit Door Contact Switches. A car door electric contact conforming to the requirements of Rule 204.2d(6) shall be provided on the car top and car side -emergency -exit door of every elevator. 6. Amend Section 211.36 as follows: B63) Smoke detectors shall, be in- stalled in each elevator lobby at each floor, machine room, and shaft in ac- cordance with NFiPA No. 72E Chapter 4. The activation of a smoke detector in any elevator lobby, machine room, or shaft other than at the designated level shall cause all cars in all groups that serve that lobby to return nonstop to the designated level. 7. Amend 300.2 as follows: Change the requirements of Rule 101.16 to read the requirements of Rule 101.1a. S. Amend the last sentence of 303.3d as follows: The shutoff valve shall be located in the machine room with a permanent handle attached to the valve for shutoff purposes. 9. Amend 306.2 as follows: Delete the exceptions. 10. Amend 501.5 by adding a new last sentence as follows: Emergency lighting shall be provided in accordance with Rule 204.7a(3). 11. Amend 509.1 by adding a new last sentence as follows: Emergency signalling device shall comply with Rule 211.1(a)(3). 12. Amend 2000.11 as follows NEW If the lift is installed in an area not visible to personnel at all times, emergency signalling devices shall be provided in accordance with the re- quirements of Rule 211.1(a)(1) or Rule 211.1(a)(2). The requirements for emergency power shall apply. 13. Add new Rule 2100.11 as follows: Emergency signalling devices shall be provided and shall comply with Rules 204.7a(3), 211.1(a)(1), 211.1(a)(2) and 211.1(a)(3). 64. Amend the last sentence of Section 2700.1 as follows: All such installations shall conform to the provisions of NFiPA 70 and Title 8, Chapter 3, Article C of the Municipal Code. 65. Amend Section 2900.2 as follows: 2900.2 Enforcement. Where more specific or restrictive, the provisions and limitations of Chapter 12 of the Municipal Code entitled Signs and Awnings shall take precedence over the regulations of this Article 29. 66. Add new Section 3004.2 as follows: 3004.2 It shall be unlawful to allow dirt, debris, gravel, stone, concrete, or any 792 B636) other material to be deposited, dropped or thrown on the street which has been prepared for construction, repair or reconstruction or which has a bituminous paving course in place. The Director of Engineering and Commu- nity Development and his authorized representatives are authorized to stop all construction activity if upon prior written notice by him to the owner's agent or general contract, such materials are not removed within two (2) hours. 67. Add new Section 3004.3 as follows: 3004.3 Failure of the builder and/or developer to maintain the emergency fire apparatus vehicle access routes in a useable fashion, as determined by the fire official or to abide by the approved said operational plan shall constitute sufficient grounds for the Director of Engineering and Community Development to suspend any building permit issued in the affected area. 68. Add new Section 3004.4 as follows: 3004.4 Any cash deposit or tetter of Credit held by the Village shall be used or cashed to the extent of expenses in- curred by the Village if any Village employee, Village equipment, or Vil- lage contracted services are used to remove any such material from any 792 f street as described in Section 3004.3. Said expenses shall be determined in accordance with a schedule of charges approved from time to time by the President and Board of Trustees. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3C-1 CHAPTER BUILDING ACTIVITY CODE ARTICLE C. ELECTRICAL CODE SECTION: 8-3C-1: Electrical Code Adopted 8-3C-2: Construction Regulations for Single and Multifamily R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, A-1, A-2 and A-3 8-3C-3: Construction Regulations for Commercial and Industrial 1-1, 1-2, B-1, B-2, B-3, O -T and O -P 8-3C-4: All Installations or Alterations of Electrical Equipment Shall be Inspected Before Any of the Work is Concealed 8-3C-5: Periodic Permits 8-3C-6: Qualified Electrician 8-3C-7: Certification of Qualified Electrician 8-3C-1: ELECTRICAL CODE ADOPTED: A. Code Adopted: There is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out herein that certain code known as NFiPA 70, the National Electrical Code as sponsored and published by the National Fire Protection Association, together with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes hereinafter set forth, three (3) copies of which are available for inspection and are on file in the office of the Village Clerk. 8-3C-2 In the event of a conflict between the provisions of this Article and the provisions of NFiPA 70, the National Electrical Code, the provisions contain- ed in this Article shall prevail and the conflicting provisions contained in NFiPA 70, the National Electrical Code, shall be of no force and effect. B. Amendments: The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to. NFiPA 70, the Nation- al Electrical Code: 1. Article 336 - Non-metallic - Sheathed Cable: The provisions of Article 336 are hereby deleted in their entirety. Non-metallic - sheathed cable shall not be used within the Village. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3C-2: CONSTRUCTION REGULA- TIONS FOR SINGLE AND MULTIFAMILY R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, A-1, A-2 AND A-3: A. All detached structures requiring electrical service shall be served underground in an approved manner, and shall be suitably protected against physical damage. B. All applications for permits to install or alter electrical wiring systems other 792 8-3C-2 B) than minor alteration or process wir-ing shall include plans indicating the following information: Outlets to same circuit, number of out- lets on each circuit, number of outlets proposed, number and size of wire to be drawn in conduit, and complete service and all feeder riser diagrams and grounding methods and material to be used. C. All installations or alterations of electrical equipment shall be inspected before any of the work is concealed. Any person, firm, company, or corporation shall notify the Village giving twenty four (24) hours notice before the required electrical inspection. 1. The Director of Engineering and Community Development is hereby empowered to remove or cause to be removed from said building any ma- terial which might interfere with a thorough inspection. Said removal shall be at owner's expense. 2. After wires are drawn in the conduits and properly spliced, it shall be the duty of the person, firm, com- pany, or corporation to notify the Di- rector of Engineering and Community Development who shall inspect such work within twenty four (24) hours of such notice being given. 3. It shall be unlawful to use or turn on power into, or induce any electrical current to flow through any wire or equipment hereafter installed until 792 8-3C-3 approved by the Director of Engineer- ing and Community Development. Commonwealth Edison Company shall not be permitted to install a service meter unless approved by the Director of Engineering and Community Devel- opment. 4. The foregoing does not restrict the issuance of the temporary approval by the Director of Engineering and Com- munity Development for the use of electricity for construction purposes. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3C-3: CONSTRUCTION REGULA- TIONS FOR COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL I-1, I-2, B-1, B-2, B-3, O -T AND O -P:, . A. Definition: Commercial and industrial building shall by definition include all buildings or structures in the above districts. B. All detached structures requiring electrical services in other than 1-1 and 1-2 Industrial Districts shall be served underground in an approved manner, and shall be suitably protected against physical damage. C. Provisions for Commercial and Industrial Wiring: 1. Service equipment may have multi- ple disconnects, but shall be in one common enclosure. 2. Drawings shall be submitted for approval before any custom building 8-3C-3 C2) electrical equipment rated 1,000 amperes or larger is installed for use in service or distribution wiring system. 8-3C-4 corporation shall notify the Village giving twenty four (24) hours notice before the required electrical inspection. 3. The switchboard manufacturer who A. The Director of Engineering and Com - builds or assembles the service equip- munity Development is therein ment shall submit three (3) sets of empowered to remove or cause to be detail drawings of his proposal, removed from said building any including the current interrupting material which might interfere with a capacity of all over current devices, to thorough inspection. Said removal the utility company who will approve shall be at owner's expense. two (2) copies of the drawings and forward them to Elk Grove Village, who B. After wires are drawn in the conduits in turn will, upon approval, attach the and properly spliced, it shall be the Village approval stamp and return one duty of the person, firm, company or copy to the submitter bearing the corporation to notify the Director of En - approval stamp of both the Village and gineering and Community Develop - the utility and any changes, correc- ment who shall inspect such work tions, additions, or deletions necessary within twenty four (24) hours of such for approval. notice being given. 4. Pendant hang flexible cable and C. The Director of Engineering and Com - cord will be permitted with the written munity Development shall certify approval of the Director of Engineering approval after the completion of and Community Development only installation of all wiring or all apparatus under circumstances where the use of of said work is found to be in full flexible cord as a wiring method is compliance of the terms of this Article necessary to the method of operation and with the rules adopted. due to the frequent alterations and changes of the electrical equipment. D. It shall be unlawful to use or turn on All such cables shall contain a power into, or induce any electrical GROUND conductor and shall be ter- current to flow through any wires or minated in approved fittings. (Ord. equipment hereafter installed until 2245, 6-9-92) approved by the Director of Engineer- ing and Community Development. Commonwealth Edison Company shall 8-3C-4: ALL INSTALLATIONS OR AL- not be permitted to install a service TERATIONS OF ELECTRICAL meter unless approved by the Director EQUIPMENT SHALL BE INSPECTED BE- of Engineering and Community Devel- FORE ANY OF THE WORK IS CON- opment. CEALED: Any person, firm, company, or E. The foregoing does not restrict the 792 8-3C-4 E) issuance of a temoorary approval by the Director of Engineering and Com- munity Development for the use of electricity for construction purposes. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3C-5: PERIODIC PERMITS: A. A periodic permit for the installation, alteration and repair of electrical conductors and equipment may be issued to a person only where such electrical work is to be performed in or on the premises or property owned or controlled by the said person, and used exclusively by him to conduct his business. B. It shall be unlawful to obtain a periodic permit under the terms of this Article for the installation, alteration and repair of electrical conductors or apparatus where such work is performed under or by contract. C. No periodic permit shall be issued to any person until a qualified electrician is appointed as required by this Code. D. Where an applicant has complied with this Code, the Director of Engineering and Community Development shall certify him as a qualified electrician to said person, firm or corporation. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3C-6: QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN: Before any permit to install, alter or repair electrical work shall be issued to any person, entitled to secure permits 792 8-3C-7 under the electrical regulations of this Code, he shall appoint or employ a person who may himself or some other person who, for the purpose of the electrical regulations of this Code, shall be known as a qualified electrician. The person so appointed or employed to act as a qualified electrician shall, before starting as such qualified electrician, be required to comply with this Code. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3C-7: CERTIFICATION OF QUALI- FIED ELECTRICIAN: A. To act as qualified electrician, the applicant shall be not less than twenty one (21) years of age, and shall have at least four (4) years of experience in the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of electrical wires, equipment, and apparatus, or in experience equivalent thereto. Names and addresses of employers, time employed, and in what capacity, and -oof of such service shall be furnished to the Director of Engineer- ing and Community Development. The applicant may be required to answer correctly, a reasonable number of questions in writing to show that he has sufficient knowledge and technical training to perform said electrical work. B. Whenever a qualified electrician shall leave or be discharged from the em- ploy of any person or firm required to employ a qualified electrician, within fourteen (14) days' written notice shall be given the Director of Engineering and Community Development by the employer. Permit privileges of 8-3C-7 B) such person or firm shall be suspend- ed until a certified qualified electrician is employed or appointed. C. An annual, semi-annual or quarterly permit, (periodic permit) for the installation alteration, and repair of electrical wires and apparatus may be issued, and renewal permits issued at the expiration date of original permit, to persons where, due to their method of operation or the nature of their business, it is necessary to make frequent alterations and change of their electrical equipment. D. Before any annual, semi-annual or quarterly permit (periodic permit) shall be issued to any person, he shall appoint or employ a qualified electrician in conformity with this Code. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3C-7 792 8-3D-1 CHAPTER 8 BUILDING ACTIVITY CODE ARTICLE D. PLUMBING CODE SECTION: 8-3D-1: Plumbing Code Adopted 8-3D-1: PLUMBING CODE ADOPTED: A. Code Adopted: There is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out herein that certain code known as the BOCA National Plumbing Code/ 1990, Eighth Edition, prepared and published by the Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc., together with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes hereinafter set forth, three (3) copies of which are available for inspection and are on file in the office of the Village Clerk. B. Amendments: The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the BOCA National Plumbing Code: 1. Section P-100.1: Insert "Elk Grove Village" as indicated. 2. Section P-104.1: Insert "June 9, 1992". 3. Section P-114.2: Insert "As may be 792 8-3D-1 established from time to time by the President and Board of Trustees". 4. Section P-117.4 — Amend to read: As provided for by Title 8, Chapter 3, Article G of this Municipal Code. 5. Section P-118.2: Delete 6. Section P-303.2: Insert "300" 7. Section„ P-308.3: Insert "3" and "6". 8. Add new Section 1603.1.1 as follows: 1603.1.1 Every building equipped with plumbing fixtures and used for human occupancy or habitation shall be provided with a water savings device on all plumbing fixtures. These fixtures shall not utilize a water flow rate in excess of the maximum rates published by the Illinois Department of Transportation in Rules and Procedures for Lake Michigan Allocation, or as may be forthcoming from the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development pursuant to the Energy Conservation and Production Act (H.R. 12169) in its Energy Conservation Standards for New Buildings (PL 94-385). (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3E-1 SECTION: 8-3E-1 8-3E-1 CHAPTER 8 BUILDING ACTIVITY CODE ARTICLE E. MECHANICAL CODE Mechanical Code Adopted MECHANICAL CODE ADOPTED: A. Code Adopted: There is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out herein that certain code known as the BOCA National Mechanical Code/ 1990, Seventh Edition, prepared and published by the Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc., together with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes hereinafter set forth, three (3) copies of which are available for inspection and are on file in the office of the Village Clerk. B. Amendments: The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the BOCA National Plumbing Code: 1. Section M-100.1: Insert "Elk Grove Village" as indicated. 2. Section M-114.2: Insert "As may be established from time to time by the President and Board of Trustees". 8-3E-1 3. Section M-114.3: Insert "As may be determined from time to time by the President and Board of Trustees". 4. Section M-117.4: Amend to read: As provided for by Title 8, Chapter 3, Article G of the Municipal Code. 5. Section M-118.2: Delete. 6. Amend Section 1202.2 as follows: 1202.2 Connection and size. Appliances shall be approved for connection to a vent system. The replacement of existing appliances, in one- and two-family dwelling units, with appliances of equivalent capacity shall not require alterations to the structures or the venting systems. 7. Add new Section M-1300.4 as follows: M-1300.4 Use of Water for Comfort Air Conditioning. In all apparatus or equipment installed for the purpose of changing the dry bulb temperature or humidity content of the air, whether used in conjunction with summer 792 8-3E-1 B) comfort air -onditioning or other re- frigeration, the following regulations shall apply: (a) The use of water is prohibited when used directly from the mains as a cooling medium in air washers or any type of equipment whereby the air to be conditioned comes into direct contact with sprays or wet surfaces, or where the water is used as the direct or indirect cooling system medium in coils. * (b) The use of water is permitted in all compressor type refrigeration units having standard rated capacities of one and one-half (i'/2) tons or less. * (c) All compressor type refrigeration units having standard rated capacities of one and one-half (1'/z) tons or over shall be equipped with evaporate coolers and condensers, water cool- ing towers, spray ponds, or other water cooling equipment so that all water from the mains is used for make up purposes only. *Note in (b) and (c) capacities shall be in accordance with conditions given in Standard A.S.R.E. Testing and Rating Codes. (d) If other than compressor types of refrigeration units are used, the consumption of water from the mains shall be limited in amount to not more per ton of refrigeration produced than would be used by the compressor type described under (c) above when such type is operated under normal conditions. 792 8-3E-1 8. Article 17; Air Quality: Delete it, its entirety. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 8-3F-1 SECTION: 8-3F-1 8-3F-1 8.3F-1 CHAPTER 8 BUILDING ACTIVITY CODE ARTICLE F. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE 2. Section PM -109.2: Amend to read: As provided for by Title 8, Chapter 3, Property Maintenance Code Article G of the Municipal Code. Adopted PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE ADOPTED: A. Code Adopted: There is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out herein that certain code known as the BOCA National Property Mainten- ance Code/1990, Third Edition, pre- pared and published by the Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc., together with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes hereinafter set forth, three (3) copies of which are available for inspection and are on file in the office of the Village Clerk. B. Amendments: The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the BOCA National Property Maintenance Code: 1. Section PM -100.1: Insert "Elk Grove Village" as indicated. 3. Section PM -302.12: Insert "April 1st' and "December 1st'. 4. Section PM -601.1: Insert "October 1st' and "May 15th". 5. Section PM -601.2: Insert "October 1st' and May 15th4. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 792 8-3G-1 CHAPTER 8 BUILDING ACTIVITY CODE ARTICLE G. PENALTIES SECTION: 8-3G-1: Penalties 8-3G-1: PENALTIES: Any person, firm or corporation violating any pro- vision of this Chapter shall be subject to a fine of not less than ten dollars ($10.00) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each offense, and a separate offense shall be deemed committed on each day, commencing from date of official notification, during or on which a violation or failure to comply occurs or continues. In addition, the Village shall have the right to seek injunctive relief from the Circuit Court of Cook County, including the Third Municipal District thereof to abate or enjoin any violation of this Chapter when the con- tinuation thereof would cause a serious injury to the public health, safety and welfare. (Ord. 2245, 6-9-92) 792 8-3G-1 5-3-1 CHAPTER 3 FIRE PROTECTION CODE SECTION: 5-3-1: Code Adopted 5-3-2: Amendments to Code 5-3-3: Modifications 5-3-4: Access to Structures 5-3-5: Jurisdiction of Code 5-3-6: Penalties 5-3-1: CODE ADOPTED: There is hereby adopted by the Village, for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from fire or explosion, the 1990 Edition of the BOCA National Fire Preven- tion Code as recommended and maintained by the active membership of the Building Officials and Code Administrators Interna- tional, Incorporated, save and except such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modi- fied or amended. Three (3) copies of the 1990 Edition of BOCA National Fire Prevention Code as adopted herein are on file in the office of the Village Clerk. (Ord. 1993, 10-25-88; amd. Ord. 2244, 6-9-92) 5-3-2: AMENDMENTS TO CODE: Title - Section F-100.1 - Insert Village of Elk Grove Village in the space for name of jurisdiction. Permits - Section F-103.0 - Delete the entire section. 5-3-2 Those sections of the Fire Prevention Code making reference to permits being required are hereby deleted. (Ord. 1993, 10-25-88) Means of Appeal - Section F-104 - Delete entire Section F-104 and add the following new sections: Section F-104.1 - Whenever the Chief of the Fire Department shall disapprove an application or refuse to grant a license or permit applied for, or when it is claimed that the provisions of the code have been misconstrued and wrongly interpreted, the applicant may, upon payment to the Director of Finance a sum equal to the estimated cost for publication and court reporter services, appeal from the decision of the Chief of the Fire Department to the President and Board of Trustees within thirty (30) days from the date of the decision of the modification application. (Ord. 1993, 10-25-88; 1992 Code) Section F-104.2 - The said President and Board of Trustees shall designate a time and place for a public hearing thereon and the applicant and Fire Chief may present pertinent informa- tion. The decision of the President and Trustees shall be final. A refund of the money not used for the fore- going shalt be made to the applicant by the Director of Finance. 792 5-3-2 New Material or Processes - Add Section F-106. New Materials or Processes Which May Require Permits. The Chief of the Fire Department, the officer in charge of the Fire Prevention Bureau and the Director of Engineering and Community Development shall act as a committee to determine and specify, after giving affected person an opportunity to be heard, whether certain specifications and materials not presently enumerated in the Code, may be allowed in addition to those now enumerated in said Code. The Chief of the Fire Department shall post such list in a conspicuous place in the Fire Department head- quarters, fire station, office of the Department of Engineering and Com- munity Development, office of the Village Clerk, and make copies thereof available to other persons. Definitions - Section 201.0 - Add the following subsections: Section 201.1 - Whenever the word "Municipality" is used in the Fire Prevention Code, it shall be held to mean the Village of Elk Grove Village. Section 201.2 - Whenever the term "Corporation Counsel" is used in the Fire Prevention Code, it shall mean the Village Attorney of the Village of Elk Grove Village. Section 201.3 - Whenever the term "Village Manager" is used in this Fire 792 5-3-2 Prevention Code, it shall mean the Village Manager of the Village of Elk Grove Village. Section 201.4 - Whenever the term "Fire Official", or "Code Official", or "Chief of Prevention Bureau" is used in this Fire Prevention Code, it shall mean the Fire Chief of the Fire Department of the Village of Elk Grove Village. Section 201.5 - Whenever the term "Building Commissioner" is used in the Fire Prevention Code, it shall mean the Director of Engineering and Community Development of the Village of Elk Grove Village. Bulk Plants - Section F-2802.0 - New bulk plants for flammable liquids referred to in 2802.0 of this BOCA National Fire Prevention Code, 1987 Edition are hereby prohibited. Storage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas - Section F-3000 - Bulk storage of liquefied petroleum gas referred to in Section F-3000.0 of the BOCA National Fire Prevention Code, 1987 Edition is hereby prohibited unless: 1. A security fence six feet (6) in height with barbed wire above is constructed and provided around all such tank installations, said fence shall be so constructed as to screen from view the lower six feet (6') of the tank installations. 2. The plans for said bulk storage and construction are approved by the 5-3-2 Fire Chief as being safe from firE hazards and in accordance with the provisions hereof. 3. That no tanks be installed in the flood plain, except when provided with devices capable of anchoring the tank to prevent its going afloat under flood conditions. 4. That no transfilling operations will be allowed except that which is required from the mobile tank, truck or railroad car to the stationary above ground storage tank and private filling stations utilizing liquefied petroleum gas in company owned or leased vehicles. 4a. That it be mandatory that the per- son doing the transfilling operations be trained by the installing or servicing company on the safety aspect and fire prevention procedures associated with liquefied petroleum gas transfilling operations as ap- proved by the Fire Department. 5. The installation shall meet the re- quirements of the 1987 Edition of the BOCA National Fire Prevention Code, Section F-3000, the 1987 Edition of the BOCA National Building Code, and the 1986 Edition of NFPA 58, Standard - Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases. (Ord. 1993, 10-25-88) Appendix B - The Appendix Section identifying NFiPA is amended to read as follows: 5-3-4 The latest editions of all volumes of the National Fire Codes and the Appendices thereto, as both may be amended from time to time, are hereby added as refernece. These Codes and Appendices shall regulate all processes and materials identified within the National Fire Codes. (Ord. 1993, 10-25-88; amd. Ord. 2244, 6-9-92) 5-3-3: MODIFICATIONS: The Fire Chief may modify any provision of the Fire Prevention Code upon appli- cation in writing within thirty (30) days from the date of an order by the Bureau sub- mitted by the owner or lessee or his duly authorized agent when there are practical difficulties in carrying out the strict letter of the Code; provided, that the spirit of the Code shall be observed and public safety secured. The particulars of such modifica- tion when granted or allowed and the de- cision of the Fire Chief shall be entered upon the records of the Department and a signed copy shall be furnished to the appli- cant and to the Village Manager. (Ord. 1993, 10-25-88) 5-3-4: ACCESS TO STRUCTURES: When access to or within a structure or an area is unduly difficult because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life- saving or firefighting purposes, the Fire Chief may require a key box to be installed in an accessible location. The key box shall be a type approved by the Fire Chief and shall contain keys to gain necessary access as required by the Fire Chief. (Ord. 1993, 10-25-88) 792 5-3-5 5-3-5: JURISDICTION OF CODE: The jurisdiction of the Fire Preven- tion Code shall include all property and structures within the Village corporate limits. (Ord. 1993, 10-25-88) 5-3-6: PENALTIES: Any person violat- ing any of the provisions of this Chapter shall be subject to a fine of not less than twenty five dollars ($25.00) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each offense, and a separate offense shall be deemed committed on each day during or on which a violation or failure to comply occurs or continues. (Ord. 1993, 10-25-88; 1992 Code) 792 5-3-6