2013 Oct 15 - CC PACKETAGENDA
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 350 Main Street
The City Council, with certain statutory exceptions, can only take action upon properly posted and listed
agenda items. Any writings or documents given to a majority of the City Council regarding any matter on
this agenda that the City received after issuing the agenda packet are available for public inspection in
the City Clerk's office during normal business hours. Such Documents may also be posted on the City's
website at www.elsegundo.org and additional copies will be available at the City Council meeting.
Unless otherwise noted in the Agenda, the Public can only comment on City - related business that is
within the jurisdiction of the City Council and /or items listed on the Agenda during the Public
Communications portions of the Meeting. Additionally, the Public can comment on any Public Hearing
item on the Agenda during the Public Hearing portion of such item. The time limit for comments is five (5)
minutes per person.
Before speaking to the City Council, please come to the podium and state: Your name and residence
and the organization you represent, if desired. Please respect the time limits.
Members of the Public may place items on the Agenda by submitting a Written Request to the City Clerk
or City Manager's Office at least six days prior to the City Council Meeting (by 2:00 p.m. the prior
Tuesday). The request must include a brief general description of the business to be transacted or
discussed at the meeting. Playing of video tapes or use of visual aids may be permitted during meetings if
they are submitted to the City Clerk two (2) working days prior to the meeting and they do not exceed five
(5) minutes in length.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to
participate In this meeting, please contact City Clerk, 524 -2305. Notification 48 hours prior to the
meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this
meeting.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2013 - 5:00 PM
5:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - (Related to City Business Only - 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have received value of $50 or more to communicate
to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on behalf of their employer, must so
identify themselves prior to addressing the City Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and
punishable by a fine of $250.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
CLOSED SESSION:
The City Council may move into a closed session pursuant to applicable law, including
the Brown Act (Government Code Section §54960, et sue.) for the purposes of
conferring with the City's Real Property Negotiator, and /or conferring with the City
Attorney on potential and /or existing litigation; and /or discussing matters covered under
Government Code Section §54957 (Personnel); and /or conferring with the City's Labor
Negotiators, as follows:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (Gov't Code
§54956.9(d) (3) -2- matter
1. City of El Segundo vs. City of Los Angeles, et.al. LASC Case No. BS094279
2. City of Los Angeles vs. Pacific Bell Telephone Company, et al., LASC Case No.
BC414272
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d) (2) and (3):
-0- matter.
Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(c): -1- matter.
DISCUSSION OF PERSONNEL MATTERS (Gov't Code §54957): -0- matter
APPOINTMENT OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEE (Gov't. Code § 54957) —0- matter
CONFERENCE WITH CITY'S LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54957.6): -0-
matters
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8): -1-
matters
1. Lease of City Owned Property (Price and Terms)
Real Property: City owned Golf Course ( "The Lakes ") located at Sepulveda
Boulevard (Assessor Parcel Number: 4138 - 014 -913).
City's Negotiator: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
Potential Lessee /Negotiating Party: Centercal Properties, Inc.
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AGENDA
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 350 Main Street
The City Council, with certain statutory exceptions, can only take action upon properly posted and listed
agenda items. Any writings or documents given to a majority of the City Council regarding any matter on
this agenda that the City received after issuing the agenda packet, are available for public inspection in
the City Clerk's office during normal business hours. Such Documents may also be posted on the City's
website at www.elsegundo.org and additional copies will be available at the City Council meeting.
Unless otherwise noted in the Agenda, the Public can only comment on City - related business that is
within the jurisdiction of the City Council and /or items listed on the Agenda during the Public
Communications portions of the Meeting. Additionally, the Public can comment on any Public Hearing
item on the Agenda during the Public Hearing portion of such item. The time limit for comments is five (5)
minutes per person.
Before speaking to the City Council, please come to the podium and state: Your name and residence
and the organization you represent, if desired. Please respect the time limits.
Members of the Public may place items on the Agenda by submitting a Written Request to the City Clerk
or City Manager's Office at least six days prior to the City Council Meeting (by 2:00 p.m. the prior
Tuesday). The request must include a brief general description of the business to be transacted or
discussed at the meeting. Playing of video tapes or use of visual aids may be permitted during meetings if
they are submitted to the City Clerk two (2) working days prior to the meeting and they do not exceed five
(5) minutes in length.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to
participate in this meeting, please contact City Clerk, 524 -2305. Notification 48 hours prior to the
meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this
meeting.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2013 - 7:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION — Scott Lambert, Associate Minister, Hilltop Church of Christ
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Council Member Fuentes
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PRESENTATIONS
a) Proclamation — October 24, 2013 as World Polio Day in El Segundo,
sponsored by El Segundo Rotary Club and Rotary International.
b) Presentation — Annual Fill the Boot Campaign — El Segundo Firefighter's and
Megan Berry, Director of Business Development with Muscular Dystrophy
Association.
c) Proclamation — Make A Difference Day
d) Commendation — El Segundo Police Officer Armando Rodriguez for his heroic
acts.
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have received value of $50 ormore to communicate
to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on behalf of their employer, must so
identify themselves prior to addressing the City Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and
punishable by a fine of $250. While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow Council to
take action on any item not on the agenda. The Council will respond to comments after Public
Communications is closed.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS — (Related to Public Communications)
A. PROCEDURAL MOTIONS
Consideration of a motion to read all ordinances and resolutions on the
Agenda by title only. ..... ......
Recommendation — Approval.
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B. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (PUBLIC HEARING)
1. Consideration and possible action to open a public hearing and receive
public testimony concerning adopting a resolution amending, in its
entirety, the Zone 1 preferential parking area first established by Resolution
No. 3333 and establishing a permit fee in accordance with the El Segundo
Municipal Code ( "ESMC "). Zone 1 will include the west curb line of
Washington Street (from Maple Avenue to Walnut Ave) and, also, both curb
lines of Walnut Avenue (from Washington Street to California Street).
(Fiscal Impact: None) _
Recommendation — 1) Open the Public Hearing; 2) Take public testimony; 3)
Adopt a resolution amending, in its entirety, Resolution No. 3333 to reestablish
the Zone 1 preferential parking area and establish a permit fee; 4) Alternatively,
discuss and take other possible action related to this item.
2. Consideration and possible action to open a public hearing and receive
testimony regarding: 1) an Environmental Assessment for a Categorical
Exemption; and 2) a Zone Text Amendment to modify El Segundo
Municipal Code (ESMC) regulations regarding the definition of "Setback"
located in ESMC § 15 -1 -6 and corrections to the table entitled "Drive Aisle
Width and Parking Space Depth" located in ESMC § 15- 15- 5(N)(1).
Applicant: City Initiated.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — 1) Open Public Hearing; 2) Discussion 3) Introduce and
waive first reading of an Ordinance for Environmental Assessment No. EA 1002
and Zone Text Amendment No. 12 -06; 4) Schedule second reading and adoption
of Ordinance on November 5, 2013; 5) Alternatively, discuss and take other
possible action related to this item.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
D. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS
E. CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed are to be adopted by one motion without discussion and passed unanimously. If a call for
discussion of an item is made, the item(s) will be considered individually under the next heading of
business.
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3. Warrant Numbers 2594565 — 2594745 on Register No. 1 in the total amount
of $1,791,016.23 and Wire Transfers from 9/13/2013 through 9/26/2013 in
the total amount of $853,403.74)
Recommendation — Approve Warrant Demand Registers and authorize staff to
release. Ratify Payroll and Employee Benefit checks; checks released early due
to contracts or agreement; emergency disbursements and /or adjustments; and
wire transfers.
4. Special City Council Meeting Minutes of September 25, 2013 and Regular
Citv Council Meetina Minutes of October 1. 2013.
Recommendation — Approval.
5. Consideration and possible action regarding the acceptance of $16,271.60
in grant funding from the University of California, Berkeley, Safe
Transportation Research and Education Center. Grant funds will be
utilized to conduct two sobriety checkpoints between October 1, 2013 and
September 30, 2014.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — 1) Authorize the acceptance of $16,271.60 in grant funds; 2)
Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
6. Consideration and possible action to update the El Segundo Municipal
Code regulating general penalties for Title 6 of the City Code specific to
animal control. These changes are desirable to ensure effective
enforcement by the El Segundo Police Department.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — 1) Second reading by title only and adopt an Ordinance
Number 1482 amending Chapter 6 -1 -5 of the El Segundo Municipal Code
regarding the general penalty for violations of animal regulations; 2) Alternatively,
discuss and take other possible action related to this item.
7. Consideration and possible action to execute an amendment with AKM
Consulting Engineers for additional inspection services related to the
Maple Ave. construction project. Project No. PW 12 -09.
(Fiscal Impact: $20,000.00)
Recommendation — 1) Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment
with AKM Consulting Engineers, in a form approved by the City Attorney, for
additional construction inspection services in the amount not to exceed
$20,000.00; 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other possible action related to this
item.
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8. Consideration and possible action to accept as complete the FY 11/12
slurry sealing of the streets in the area bounded by Sheldon Street,
Mariposa Avenue, El Segundo Boulevard and Sepulveda Boulevard.
Project No.: PW 12 -05.
(Fiscal Impact: $320,231.08)
Recommendation — 1) Accept the work as complete; 2) Authorize the City Clerk
to file a Notice of Completion in the County Recorder's office; 3) Alternatively,
discuss and take other possible action related to this item.
9. Consideration and possible action regarding adoption of Plans and
Specifications for the FY 13/14 slurry sealing of the streets in the area
bounded by the west City boundary, Sheldon Street, Mariposa Avenue, and
El Segundo Boulevard. Project No.: PW 13 -14.
(Fiscal Impact: $642,000.00)
Recommendation — 1) Adopt Plans and Specifications; 2) Authorize staff to
advertise the project for receipt of construction bids; 3) Alternatively, discuss and
take other possible action related to this item.
10. Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to enter
into Memorandum of Understandings (MOU) for development of an
Enhanced Watershed Management Program for Jurisdictional Groups 2 & 3
of the Santa Monica Bay Watershed and for the Dominguez Channel
Watershed.
(Fiscal Impact: $93,967.45) _
Recommendation — 1) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum
of Understanding, approved in form by the City Attorney, between the Cities of
Los Angeles, Santa Monica and El Segundo, the Los Angeles County Flood
Control District, and the County of Los Angeles (Public Works) for $43,971 for
administration and cost sharing for development of an Enhanced Watershed
Management Program for Jurisdictional Groups 2 & 3 of the Santa Monica Bay
Watershed; 2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of
Understanding, approved in form by the City Attorney, between the Cities of Los
Angeles, El Segundo, Hawthorne and Inglewood, the Los Angeles County Flood
Control District, and the County of Los Angeles for $49,996.45 for administration
and cost sharing for development of an Enhanced Watershed Management
Program for the Dominguez Channel Watershed; 3) Alternatively, discuss and
take other possible action related to this item.
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F. NEW BUSINESS
11. Consideration and possible action regarding a request from Tree
Musketeers to waive fees for the use of City resources and staff time
associated with their Make a Difference Day event on October 26, 2013.
(Fiscal Impact: $1,079.�5j
Recommendation — 1) Deny the request from Tree Musketeers to waive fees for
the use of City resources and staff time associated with their Make a Difference
Day event; 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other possible action related to this
item.
12. Consideration and possible action regarding: (1) waiving first reading and
introducing ordinances adopting the 2013 California Building Code
(Volumes I and II), 2013 California Fire Code, 2013 California Electrical
Code, 2013 California Plumbing Code, 2013 California Mechanical Code,
2013 California Energy Code, 2013 California Residential Code, 2013
California Green Building Standards Code, 1997 Uniform Housing Code,
1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, and Post
Disaster Assessment Standards with amendments.
Fiscal Impact: None
Recommendation — 1) Recommendation to waive first reading and introduce
ordinances adopting 2013 California Building (Volumes I and II), Fire, Electrical,
Plumbing, Mechanical, Energy, Residential, Green Building Standards Codes,
1997 Uniform Housing Code, 1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings, and Post Disaster Assessment Standards with
amendments; 2) Set a public hearing for November 5, 2013; 3) Alternatively,
discuss and take other possible action related to this item.
G. REPORTS — CITY MANAGER
H. REPORTS — CITY ATTORNEY
I. REPORTS — CITY CLERK
J. REPORTS — CITY TREASURER
K. REPORTS — CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Council Member Fellhauer -
Council Member Atkinson —
Council Member Fuentes —
13. Consideration and possible action regarding an amendment to the
Municipal Code banning retail sales of dogs and cats.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — 1) Direct staff to prepare and Ordinance amending the El
Segundo Municipal Code (ESMC) to ban the retail sale of dogs and cats; 2)
Alternatively, discuss and take other possible action related to this item.
Mayor Pro Tern Jacobson —
Mayor Fisher —
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have receive value of $50 or more to communicate
to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on behalf of their employer, must so
identify themselves prior to addressing the City Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and
punishable by a fine of $250. While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow Council to
take action on any item not on the agenda. The Council will respond to comments after Public
Communications is closed.
MEMORIALS —
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council may move into a closed session pursuant to applicable law, including the Brown Act
(Government Code Section §54960, et se q.) for the purposes of conferring with the City's Real Property
Negotiator, and /or conferring with the City Attorney on potential and /or existing litigation; and /or
discussing matters covered under Government Code Section §54957 (Personnel); and /or conferring with
the City's Labor Negotiators.
REPORT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION (if required)
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ADJOURNMENT
POSTED:
DATE:
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WHEREAS, Rotary International, founded on February 23, 1905 in Chicago, Illinois, is the world's first and
one of the largest non -profit service organizations;
WHEREAS, there are over 1.2 million Rotary club members comprised of professional and business leaders
in over 34,000 clubs in 200 countries and geographic areas; and
WHEREAS, the Rotary motto "Service Above Self" inspires members to provide humanitarian service,
encourage high ethical standards, and promote good will and peace in the world; and
WHEREAS, Rotary in 1985 launched PolioPlus and spearheaded the Global Polio Eradication Initiative
with the World Health Organization, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and
UNICEF to immunize the children of the world against polio; and
WHEREAS, polio cases have dropped by 99 percent since 1988 and the world stands on the threshold of
eradicating the disease; and
WHEREAS, to date, Rotary has contributed more than $1 billion and countless volunteer hours to the
protection of more than two billion children in 122 countries; and
WHEREAS, Rotary and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation have extended their existing fundraising
partnership that could generate up to $525 million in new money for polio eradication; and
WHEREAS, every new dollar Rotary commits to polio eradication, up to $35 million per year, through 2018
will be matched 2 for 1 by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation; and
WHEREAS, these efforts are providing much needed operational support, medical personnel, laboratory
equipment and educational materials for health workers and parents; and
WHEREAS, in addition, Rotary has played a major role in decisions by donor governments to contribute $8
billion to the efforts; and
WHEREAS, there are over 2,600 Rotary club members in more than 60 clubs in and near this City
sponsoring service projects to address such critical issues as poverty, health, hunger, illiteracy,
and the environment in their local communities, and abroad.
NOW, THEREFORE, on this 15th day of October, 2013, the Mayor and Members of the City Council of the City
of El Segundo, California, hereby proclaim October 24, 2013 as World Polio Day in El Segundo and encourage
all citizens to join us, our El Segundo Rotary Club, and Rotary International in the fight for a polio -free world.
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PRESENTATION
MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION - FILL THE BOOT CAMPAIGN
MEGAN BERRY, DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
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PROCLAMATION
MAKE A DIFFERNCE DAY
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WHEREAS, On September 29, 2013 while on patrol, Officer Armando Rodriguez
was dispatched to an emergency call of a single car collision that
occurred on Aviation Blvd. north of El Segundo Blvd. where a four -
door sedan collided with a power pole; and
WHEREAS, Upon impact, the car became engulfed in flames and the driver was
trapped inside the vehicle. El Segundo Police Officer Rodriguez
arrived on the scene and immediately, ran to help the driver. As
Officer Rodriguez approached the vehicle the flames seemed to be
growing, Officer Rodriguez was able to get the door open and could
only see a foot. The female driver was lying across the passenger
seat. Because of the smoke and flames Officer Rodriguez could not
really see what direction the driver was lying. Officer Rodriguez
reached into the darkness, felt for the woman's body and was able
to grab her and pull her from the burning vehicle. Officer
Rodriguez's actions put his own life in harms way; and
WHEREAS, As a result of Officer Rodriguez's heroic act, he suffered smoke
inhalation and minor burns and was transported to the hospital by
paramedics. The driver, a 22 year -old female, was transported to
the hospital with major trauma but survived her injuries; and
WHEREAS, The quick actions taken by of Officer Rodriguez resulted in saving
the life of the accident victim.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Mayor and Members of the City Council of the City of El
Segundo, California, hereby commend Officer Armando Rodriguez for his selfless
efforts and heroic actions that save the life of an accident victim while putting his
life on the line.
Mayor 0iff Fishier
WayorTro gem CarfYacobson CouncilWem6erSuzanne Fuentes
CouncilWember Dave-Atkinson CouncdWem6erWarie Feffhauer
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: October 15, 2013
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Special Orders of Business
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to open a public hearing and receive public testimony
concerning adopting a resolution amending, in its entirety, the Zone 1 preferential
parking area first established by Resolution No. 3333 and establishing a permit fee in
accordance with the El Segundo Municipal Code (`SSMC "). Zone 1 will include the west
curb line of Washington Street (from Maple Avenue to Walnut Avenue) and, also, both
curb lines of Walnut Avenue (from Washington Street to California Street). (Fiscal
Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Open the public hearing;
2. Take public testimony;
3. Adopt a resolution amending, in its entirety, Resolution No. 3333 to reestablish the
Zone 1 preferential parking area and establish a permit fee;
4. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Resolution amending, in its entirety, Resolution No. 3333 to reestablish the
Zone 1 preferential parking area and establishing a parking permit fee;
2. Map of proposed permit parking area.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Brian Evanski, Captain
REVIEWED BY: Mitch Tavera, Chief of Police
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manage
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
In the area of Washington Street and Walnut Avenue, residential parking areas have historically
experienced traffic and parking impacts caused by nearby commercial uses. The City Council
has addressed this issue in the past. In 1985, the Council commissioned a Neighborhood Traffic
Management Study, partly due to parking and traffic concerns in that area.
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The study made many recommendations including restricted parking times and permit parking
requirements for certain streets including Acacia Avenue between Center Street and the easterly
terminus; Washington Street between Walnut Avenue and Maple Avenue; Walnut Avenue
between California Street and Washington Street; and California Street between Walnut Avenue
and the alley north of Acacia Avenue. In the early 1990s, the demand for parking spaces
decreased and the permit parking requirements were removed.
In 2012, following a survey by the El Segundo Police Special Operations Division, it was
determined that a permit parking program was desired by the residents of the Washington Plaza
Home Owners Association and the program was again necessary.
On March 5, 2013, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 4809 which amended Resolution
No.3333 and reinstituted the parking permit program on the west curb line of Washington Street
from Maple Avenue to Walnut Avenue; and the south curb line of Walnut Avenue adjacent the
Washington Plaza Home Owners Association property.
On October 1, 2013, following another survey conducted by the El Segundo Police Special
Operations Division, the Chief of Police provided an informational status report to the City
Council outlining the desire and need to expand the permit parking program.
RECOMMENDATION
Based upon observations, surveys, and discussions with affected residents, it is recommended
that the City Council adopt a resolution to reestablish the Zone 1 preferential parking area and
establish a parking permit fee as defined within the draft resolution.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 3333, ADOPTED
NOVEMBER 5, 1985, IN ITS ENTIRETY REGARDING PREFERENTIAL
PARKING AREAS WITHIN THE CITY WHERE PARKING PERMITS
MAY BE USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL
CODE CHAPTER 8 -5A.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of El Segundo as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. This Resolution is adopted in accordance with El Segundo Municipal Code
( "ESMC ") Chapter 8 -5A for the purpose of amending, in its entirety,
Resolution No. 3333, adopted November 5, 1985 ( "Resolution No. 3333 ")
which establishes certain "preferential parking" areas;
B. This Resolution reviewed by the City's Planning and Building Safety
Department for consistency with the circulation element of the General
Plan and conformity with the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ");
C. The City reviewed this Resolution's environmental impacts under the
California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et
seq., "CEQA "), the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of
Regulations § §15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines "), and the City's
Environmental Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805, adopted
March 16, 1993);
D. On October 15, 2013 the City Council held a public hearing to receive
public testimony and other evidence regarding, in part, this Resolution
including, without limitation, information provided to the Council by the
Police Department; and
E. This Resolution, and its findings, are made based upon the evidence
presented to the Council at its October 15, 2013 hearing.
SECTION 2: Findings. Pursuant to ESMC § 8 -5A -4, the City Council makes the
following findings:
A. Regular Interference. That nonresident vehicles substantially and regularly
interfere with the use of the majority of parking spaces within Zone 1 (as
defined below). This is primarily attributable to the use of parking spaces
by employees of neighboring businesses;
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B. Regular Intervals. Such interference occurs on a daily basis within Zone 1,
particularly during work days;
C. Noise. These nonresident vehicles significantly contribute to unreasonable
noise; traffic hazards; and environmental pollution within Zone 1; and
D. Shortage Of Parking Spaces. Residents within Zone 1 are unable to
reasonably and conveniently utilize parking spaces that are adjacent to
their dwelling units.
SECTION 3: Creation of Zone 1 Preferential Parking Area. Pursuant to ESMC § 8 -5A -3,
the City Council establishes a Zone 1 Preferential Parking Area which is graphically
depicted in attached Exhibit "A," which is incorporated by reference, and described as
follows:
"ZONE 1. No parking between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 11:00 A.M.
and between 2:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, except by
permit on the west curb line of Washington Street (from Maple Avenue to
Walnut Avenue) and, also, both curb lines of Walnut Avenue (from
Washington Street to California Street)."
SECTION 4: Parking Restrictions. Vehicles parking within Zone 1 must comply with
ESMC Chapter 8 -5A including, without limitation, ESMC § 8- 5A -10. The Police Chief, or
designee, is authorized to enforce this Resolution.
SECTION 5: Permit Fees. Pursuant to ESMC § 8- 5A- 7(A)(4), the City Council
establishes a fee of $0 for obtaining a permit pursuant to this Resolution.
SECTION 6: Environmental Assessment. This Resolution is exempt from the
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (Pub. Res. Code §§ 21000, et
seq.; "CEQA ") and CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs. Title 14, §§ 15000, et seq.) in
accordance with CEQA Guidelines § 15305 (Class 5 — Minor Alterations in Land Use
Limitations). The project involves a negligible expansion of use; there is only a minor
change in the operation of an existing use. The project would not result in significant
effects related to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality and it can be adequately
served by all required utilities and public services.
SECTION 7: Notification. The Public Works Director, or designee, is authorized to
erect such street signs as are needed to properly notify the general public of the
restrictions on parking in the preferential parking zone created through this Resolution.
SECTION 8: Supersession. Supersession of previous preferential parking zones does
not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and
imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before this Resolution's effective date.
Any such superseded part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or
prosecuting violations occurring before the effective date of this Resolution.
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SECTION 9: Effective Date of this Resolution. This Resolution will become effective
immediately upon adoption and will remain in effect unless repealed or superseded.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 2013.
ATTEST:
Tracy Sherrill Weaver,
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
MARK D. HENSLEY, City Attorney
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: October 15, 2013
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Special Order of Business - Public Hearing
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to open a public hearing and receive testimony regarding: 1)
an Environmental Assessment for a Categorical Exemption; and 2) a Zone Text Amendment to
modify El Segundo Municipal Code (ESMC) regulations regarding the definition of "Setback"
located in ESMC §15 -1 -6 and corrections to the table entitled "Drive Aisle Width and Parking
Space Depth" located in ESMC §15- 15- 5(N)(1). Applicant: City Initiated (Fiscal Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Open Public Hearing;
2. Discussion;
3. Introduce and waive first reading of an Ordinance for Environmental Assessment No. EA
1002 and Zone Text Amendment No. 12 -06;
4. Schedule second reading and adoption of Ordinance on November 5, 2013; and /or
5. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible related action to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Draft Ordinance
2. Planning Commission staff report dated September 24, 2013
3. Planning Commission Resolution No. 2738
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Kimberly Christensen, AICP, Plannin g er Mana g
REVIEWED BY: Sam Lee, Director of Planning d Building Safety
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
I. Backeround and Analysis
On September 24, 2013, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed
Environmental Assessment and Zone Text Amendment to modify El Segundo Municipal
Code (ESMC) regulations regarding the definition of "Setback" located in ESMC § 15 -1-
6 and the table entitled "Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space Depth" located in ESMC §
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15- 15- 5(N)(1). The attached September 24, 2013 Planning Commission staff report
provides detailed Analysis and General Plan and Zoning consistency discussions.
II. Environmental Review
The proposed zone text amendment is exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.,
"CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of Regulations
§§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ") because it consists only of minor revisions
and clarifications to existing regulations and specification of procedures related thereto
and consists of actions taken to assure the maintenance, or protection and enhancement of
the environment. This ordinance, therefore, does not have the potential to cause
significant effects on the environment. Consequently, it is categorically exempt from
further CEQA review under 14 Cal. Code Regs. §§ 15305 and 15308.
III. Planning Commission Action
At its September 24, 2013 meeting, the Planning Commission reviewed the matter,
considered the public testimony, and recommended to the City Council approval of
Environmental Assessment No. EA -1002 and Zone Text Amendment No. 12 -06. No
members of the public spoke at the Planning Commission meeting or submitted any
written correspondence regarding this matter.
IV. Recommendation
Planning staff recommends that the City Council introduce and waive first reading of the
attached draft Ordinance to approve Environmental Assessment No. EA -1002. Second
reading and adoption of the Ordinance would occur on November 5, 2013.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL
CODE DEFINITION OF SETBACK (ESMC §15 -1 -6) AND OFF -
STREET PARKING DRIVE -AISLE WIDTH AND PARKING
SPACE DEPTH (ESMC §15- 15 -5).
The City Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. On October 10, 2012, the City of El Segundo initiated an application for
Environmental Assessment No. EA -1002 and Zone Text Amendment No.
12 -06 to amend the ESMC definition of setback and modify the ESMC
table identifying off - street parking drive aisle width and parking space
depth;
B. The application was prepared and reviewed by the City's Planning and
Building Safety Department for, in part, consistency with the General Plan
and conformity with the ESMC;
D. The City reviewed the project's environmental impacts under the California
Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et
seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California
Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the CEQA Guidelines ") and the
City's Environmental Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805,
adopted March 16, 1993);
E. The Planning and Building Safety Department completed its review and
scheduled the public hearing regarding the application before the Planning
Commission for September 26, 2013;
F. On September 26, 2013, the Planning Commission held a public hearing
to receive public testimony and other evidence regarding the proposed
amendment, including, without limitation, information provided to the
Planning Commission by City staff and public testimony;
& On September 26, 2013, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution
No. 2738 recommending the City Council approve Environmental
Assessment No. EA -1002 and Zone Text Amendment No. 13 -06;
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H. On October 15, 2013, the City Council held a public hearing and
considered the information provided by City staff and public testimony
regarding this Ordinance; and
This Ordinance and its findings are made based upon the entire
administrative record including, without limitation, testimony and evidence
presented to the City Council at its October 15, 2013 hearing and the staff
report submitted by the Planning and Building Safety Department.
SECTION 2: Findings. The City Council incorporates by reference all of the findings
and conclusions set forth in Planning Commission Resolution No. 2738 as if fully set
forth including, without limitation, the Environmental Assessment set forth in Section 3
of Resolution No. 2738.
SECTION 3: The definition of "SETBACK" in ESMC §15 -1 -6 captioned "Definitions" is
amended in its entirety as follows:
"SETBACK: The minimum required distance between the interior lot line or the edge of
public right -of -way and the building line."
SECTION 4: The table entitled "Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space Depth" in ESMC
§ 15- 15- 5(n)(1) is amended in its entirety as follows:
Parking
angle
Aisle width -
one way
Aisle width -
two way
Standard
space depth
Compact
space depth
Space width
A
B
B
C
C
D
0° - parallel
12 feet
18 feet
8.5 feet
8.5 feet
24 feet
300
12 feet
18 feet
16.36 feet
14.86 feet
17 feet
450
15 feet
18 feet
18.74 feet
16.62 feet
12.02 feet
600
16 feet
18 feet
19.84 feet
17.24 feet
9.82 feet
900
25 feet
j 25 feet
18 feet
15 feet
8.5 feet
SECTION 5: CONSTRUCTION. This Ordinance must be broadly construed in order to
achieve the purposes stated in this Ordinance. It is the City Council's intent that the
provisions of this Ordinance be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a
manner that facilitates the purposes set forth in this Ordinance.
SECTION 6: ENFORCEABILITY. Repeal or amendment of any provision of the El
Segundo Municipal Code does not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred
before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring
before this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed or amended part will remain
in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before the
effective date of this Ordinance.
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SECTION 7: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this entire Ordinance or
its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any repeal or
amendment of the ESMC or other city ordinance by this Ordinance will be rendered void
and cause such previous ESMC provision or other the city ordinance to remain in full
force and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 8: If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court
of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that such invalidity will not affect the
effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, the provisions
of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 9: The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this
Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of El Segundo's book of original
ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting;
and, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it
to be published or posted in accordance with California law.
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SECTION 10: This Ordinance will become effective on the thirty -first (31st) day
following its passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2013-
Bill Fisher, Mayor
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy S. Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do hereby certify
that the whole number of members of the City Council of said City is five; that the
foregoing Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City Council at a regular
meeting held on the day of , 2013, and was duly passed and adopted by
said City Council, approved and signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk,
all at a regular meeting of said Council held on the day of 2013, and
the same was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy S. Weaver, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
Karl H. Berger, Assistant City Attorney
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CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
PUBLIC HEARING: September 26, 2013
SUBJECT: Environmental Assessment No. EA -1002 and Zone
Text Amendment ZTA 12 -06
APPLICANT: City of El Segundo
PROPERTY OWNER: Various
REQUEST: Zone Text Amendment to amend El Segundo
Municipal Code (ESMC) §15 -1 -6 modifying the
definition of setback and modifying ESMC §15-15 -
5(N)(1), the table identified as Drive Aisle Width and
Parking Space Depth.
PROPERTY INVOLVED: Citywide
I. Introduction
The proposed project is an Environmental Assessment and a Zone Text
Amendment to modify El Segundo Municipal Code (ESMC) regulations regarding
the definition of "Setback" located in ESMC §15 -1 -6 and corrections to the table
entitled "Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space Depth" located in ESMC §15-15 -
5(N)(1).
II. Recommendation
Planning staff recommends that the Planning Commission review the facts as
contained within this report and submitted during the public hearing, and then adopt
Resolution No. 2738 recommending that the City Council approve Environmental
Assessment No. 1002 and Zone Text Amendment 12 -06.
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III. Background
Setback Definition
The current definition of "Setback" in ESMC §15 -1 -6 is "The minimum required
distance between the property line and the building line." Staff identified this
definition as problematic because many parcels in the City have property lines
underlying existing public streets. Strict interpretation of the current definition of
"Setback" would require the measurement of a setback from a location within a
public street. This would result in building setback distances that do not meet the
intention of having a setback, which is to provide yard areas around buildings on
private property. Replacing the term "property line" with "interior lot line or the edge
of public right -of -way" in the "Setback" definition would clarify the City's building
setback requirement. Identifying the edge of the public right -of way as the location
from which a setback measurement makes it clear that a setback area does not
include a street, even if a landowner may have underlying property rights under a
public street.
Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space Depth
On August 3, 2010 the City Council adopted a zone text amendment that amended
the City's parking and loading regulations. These amended parking regulations
included a table (ESMC § 15- 15- 5(n)(1)) entitled "General drive aisle width and
parking space depth requirements." Unfortunately incorrect dimensions were
provided in the "Standard space depth," "Compact space depth" and "Space width"
columns in this table. Parking spaces deficient in both width and depth would be
striped if the numbers provided in the current table were applied to a parking lot
design.
IV. Analysis
Setback Definition
The proposed amendment is as follows, in strike - through /underline format:
"SETBACK: The minimum required distance between the PrepeFty interior lot line
or the edge of public right -of -way and the building line."
Existing City regulations
The existing City definition of "Setback" references the property line as the location
from which a setback is taken. This definition is problematic as parcels in the City
have legal property lines under adjacent public streets. For example, parcels in the
Smoky Hollow specific plan area have official property lines in the middle of the
public street because the area has been granted to the City for public use in
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perpetuity through a street deed. Streets in Smoky Hollow are typically 50 -feet
wide, because parcels on each side of the street have granted the city a 25 -foot
wide street deed. The two zoning designations for Smoky Hollow are Small
Business (SB) and Medium Manufacturing (MM). The front setback requirement is
3 -feet for the SB zone and 10 -feet for the MM zone. As the property line is 25 -feet
from the edge of the street, the 3- and 10 -foot setback requirements obviously
conflict with the location of the public street. Clearly the intent of the SB and MM
front setbacks is to provide a buffer on the parcel between the building and the
public street that the building faces, therefore the setback should be taken from the
edge of the public street.
Proposed Ordinance
Changing the term "property line" to "interior lot line or the edge of public right -of-
way" would clarify the location from which setbacks should be measured and
specifically exclude any portion of a property that is underneath a public street. The
revised language also identifies that when a public street does not conflict with a
property line (an interior lot line situation) then the lot line is used for measuring the
setback.
Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space Depth
The proposed
Space Depth"
format:
Parking
angle
A
0° - parallel
30°
45°
60°
90°
amendment to the table entitled "Drive Aisle Width and Parking
(ESMC §15- 15- 5(N)(1)) is as follows, in strike - through /underline
Aisle width Aisle width
- one way - two way
B B
12 feet 18 feet
12 feet 18 feet
15 feet 18 feet
16 feet 18 feet
25 feet 25 feet
Existing City regulations
Standard
space depth
C
8.5 feet
9 -16.36 feet
418.74 feet
16.6 19.84 feet
18 feet
Compact
space depth
C
8.5 feet
7-45-14.86 feet
10.6 16.62 feet
4-3-17.24 feet
15 feet
Space width
D
24 feet
X17 feet
40-.6-12.02 feet
43 -9.82 feet
8.5 feet
The City's parking area development standards (ESMC § 15 -15 -5) includes a table
entitled "Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space Depth ". This table was adopted as,
part of the comprehensive re -write of the City's parking standards in 2010. The
table identifies four dimension requirements for parking spaces. These dimensions
are: A) Parking stall angle, B) aisle width (one- and two -way), C) space depth
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(standard and compact), and D) space width (standard and compact). Each of
these features identified in the table references a letter that is keyed to the letters
identified in Figure 7, as shown below:
FIGURE 7 - PARKING AISLE AND PARKING SPACE DIMENSIONS
ANGLED PARKING
PARALLEL PARKING
U
AILAR
The goal of the existing "Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space Depth" table is to
provide a standard size parking stall 8.5 -feet wide by 18 -feet deep and a compact
parking stall 8.5 -feet wide by 18 -feet deep for parking stalls at 01, 301, 451, 601, and
900. Currently the dimensions provided in the "space depth" and "space width"
columns do not achieve this goal for 300, 450 and 600 parking angle spaces. The
current dimensions result in spaces substantially shorter and narrower than the
City's standard and compact parking stall requirement.
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Proposed Ordinance
Modifying the required dimensions in the "space depth" and "space width" columns
for 301, 451 and 600 parking angle spaces will result in standard and compact
parking stalls that meet the City's standards for minimum width and depth.
V. GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING CONSISTENCY
Consistency with the El Segundo Municipal Code
Pursuant to ESMC Title 15, Chapter 26 (Amendments), in order to recommend City
Council approval of the proposed amendments, the Planning Commission must find
that the amendments are necessary to carry out the general purpose of ESMC Title
15. The purpose of this Title (ESMC § 15 -1 -1) is to serve the public health, safety,
and general welfare and to provide economic and social advantages resulting from
an orderly planned use of land resources. Planning staff believes that the Planning
Commission can make the findings in order to recommend City Council approval of
the proposed amendment. The findings are discussed in the proposed resolution.
Consistency with the El Segundo General Plan
ESMC § 15 -1 -1 (Purpose, Title) states that Title 15 is the primary tool for
implementation of the goals, objectives, and policies of the El Segundo General
Plan. Accordingly, the Planning Commission must find that the proposed Zone Text
Amendment is consistent with those goals, objectives, and policies. Planning staff
believes that the Planning Commission can make the findings in order to
recommend City Council approval of the proposed amendment. The findings are
discussed in the proposed resolution.
VI. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The proposed zone text amendment is exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.,
"CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of
Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ") because it consists only of
minor revisions and clarifications to existing regulations and specification of
procedures related thereto and consists of actions taken to assure the maintenance,
protection and enhancement of the environment. This ordinance, therefore, does
not have the potential to cause significant effects on the environment.
Consequently, it is categorically exempt from further CEQA review under 14 Cal.
Code Regs. §§ 15305, and 15308.
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VII. CONCLUSION
The proposed Zone Text Amendment to ESMC § 15 -1 -6 clarifies the definition of
"Setback" and corrects the table entitled "Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space
Depth" located in ESMC §15- 15- 5(N)(1). Staff recommends that the Planning
Commission adopt Resolution No. 2738, recommending that the City Council
approve Environmental Assessment No. EA -1002 and Zone Text Amendment No.
12 -06.
VIII. EXHIBITS
A. Draft Planning Commission Resolution No. 2738, including Draft Council
Ordinance
Prepared by: Masa Alkire, AICP, Principal Planner
Masa Alkire AIC ting Planning Manager
Departmentfqf Planniqg & Building Safety
Lee,
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RESOLUTION NO. 2738
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE
DEFINITION OF SETBACK (ESMC §15 -1 -6) AND OFF - STREET
PARKING DRIVE -AISLE WIDTH AND PARKING SPACE DEPTH
(ESMC §15- 15 -5).
(EA NO. 1002 and ZTA NO. 12 -06)
The Planning Commission of the City of El Segundo does resolve as follows:
SECTION 1: The Planning Commission finds and declares that:
A. On October 10, 2012, the City of El Segundo initiated an application for
Environmental Assessment No. EA -1002 and Zone Text Amendment No.
12 -06 to amend the ESMC definition of setback and modify the ESMC
table identifying off - street parking drive aisle width and parking space
depth;
B. The application was prepared and reviewed by the City's Planning and
Building Safety Department for, in part, consistency with the General Plan
and conformity with the ESMC;
C. The City reviewed the project's environmental impacts under the California
Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et
seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California
Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines "), and the
City's Environmental Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805,
adopted March 16, 1993);
E. The Planning and Building Safety Department completed its review and
scheduled the public hearing regarding the application before the Planning
Commission for September 26, 2013;
F, On September 26, 2013, the Planning Commission held a public hearing
to receive public testimony and other evidence regarding the proposed
amendment, including, without limitation, information provided to the
Planning Commission by City staff and public testimony; and
G. This Resolution and its findings are made based upon the evidence
presented to the Commission at its September 26, 2013, hearing
including, without limitation, the staff report submitted by the Planning and
Building Safety Department.
SECTION 2: Factual Findings And Conclusions. The Commission finds that the
proposed ordinance to amend the definition of "Setback" in ESMC §15 -1 -6 and amend
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the table entitled "Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space Depth" located in ESMC §15-
15- 5(N)(1) will accomplish the following:
A. It clarifies the location on a property from where a setback distance is
measured from. Changing terminology from property line to lot line makes
it clear that City setback areas do not any area within a public street.
B. It corrects an existing error in the City's parking development standards
that will result in off - street parking stalls that are deficient in width and
length.
SECTION 3: Environmental Assessment. Because of the facts set forth in Section 2,
the proposed Ordinance is exempt from further review under the California
Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.,
"CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of
Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ") because it consists only of
minor revisions to an existing zoning code and will not have the effect of deleting or
substantially changing any required regulatory standards or findings. The proposed
Ordinance is an action that does not have the potential to cause significant effects on
the environment. Consequently, it is categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA
Guidelines §15305 as a minor alteration in land use limitation which does not result in
any changes in land use or density. Moreover, any environmental impacts associated
with the proposed Ordinance are adequately addressed in the General Plan FEIR
certified on December 1, 1992. Consequently, no further environmental review is
required pursuant to 14 California Code of Regulations § 15168(c)(2).
SECTION 4: General Plan Findings. As required under Government Code § 65860 the
ESMC amendments proposed by the Ordinance are consistent with the El Segundo
General Plan as follows:
A. The proposed zone text amendment conforms with the Land Use Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies. Specifically, the zone text amendment is
consistent with Land Use Element Policies LU 1 -2.2 and LU 1 -5.6 in that
the amendment, which clarifies and corrects the ESMC, will help ensure
that properties will be maintained at all times in accordance with the
ESMC and also ensure projects adhere to the ESMC zoning processing
and review regulations.
B. The proposed zone text amendment is also consistent with Land Use
Element Policy LU4 -1.3 in that the amendment to clarify setback
requirements will help maintain an adequate buffer between commercial
development and any residentially zoned areas.
C. The proposed zone text amendment is consistent with Circulation Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies. Specifically, it is consistent with Circulation
Element Policy C1 -1.16 as provision of an adequate setback on a property
will help protect land area that could be used future right -of -way to
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accommodate future circulation system improvements.
D. The proposed zone text amendment is also consistent with Circulation
Element Policies C3 -2.1 and C3.2.2 in that the amendment will ensure
that sufficiently sized on -site parking will be provided in all new
development and the amendment is intended to update the City's parking
code.
E. The proposed zone text amendment is consistent with the Conservation
Element Goals, Objectives and Policies. Specifically, it is consistent with
Conservation Element Policy CN5 -1 in that making sure properties provide
sufficient setback areas will help preserve the character and quality of
existing neighborhood and civic landscapes.
SECTION 5: Zone Text Amendment Findings. In accordance with ESMC § 15 -26 -4 and
based on the findings set forth in Section 2, the proposed Ordinance is consistent with
the goals, policies, and objectives of the ESMC as follows:
A. It is consistent with the purpose of the ESMC, which is to serve the public
health, safety, and general welfare and to provide the economic and social
advantages resulting from an orderly planned use of land resources.
B. It is necessary to facilitate the development process and ensure the
orderly development of new structures on properties and to ensure that
adequate off - street parking is provided.
SECTION 6: Recommendations. The Planning Commission recommends that the City
Council adopt the ordinance set forth in attached Exhibit "A," which is incorporated into
this ordinance by reference.
SECTION 7: Reliance On Record. Each and every one of the findings and
determination in this Resolution are based on the competent and substantial evidence,
both oral and written, contained in the entire record relating to the project. The findings
and determinations constitute the independent findings and determinations of the
Planning Commission in all respects and are fully and completely supported by
substantial evidence in the record as a whole.
SECTION 8: Limitations. The Planning Commission's analysis and evaluation of the
project is based on the best information currently available. It is inevitable that in
evaluating a project that absolute and perfect knowledge of all possible aspects of the
project will not exist. One of the major limitations on analysis of the project is the
Planning Commission's lack of knowledge of future events. In all instances, best efforts
have been made to form accurate assumptions. Somewhat related to this are the
limitations on the city's ability to solve what are in effect regional, state, and national
problems and issues. The City must work within the political framework within which it
exists and with the limitations inherent in that framework.
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SECTION 9: This Resolution will remain effective until superseded by a subsequent
resolution.
SECTION 10: The Commission secretary is directed to mail a copy of this Resolution to
any person requesting a copy.
SECTION 11: This Resolution may be appealed within ten (10) calendar days after its
adoption. All appeals must be in writing and filed with the City Clerk within this time
period. Failure to file a timely written appeal will constitute a waiver of any right of
appeal.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 26th day of September, 2013.
ATTEST:
Sam Lee, Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
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City of El Segundo Planning Commission
Karl H. Berger, Assistant City Attorney
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CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
PAYMENTS BY WIRE TRANSFER
9/13/13 THROUGH 9/26/13
Date
Payee
Amount
Description
9/13/2013
Nationwide NRS EFT
1,842.82
EFT 401a payment
9/13/2013
State of CA EFT
3,885.00
EFT Child support payment
9/13/2013
Nationwide NRS EFT
38,293.50
EFT 457 payment
9/13/2013
Manufacturers & Traders
617.31
IRA payment Vantagepoint
9/13/2013
Manufacturers & Traders
5,932.61
401 payment Vantagepoint
9/13/2013
Manufacturers & Traders
23,790.87
457 payment Vantagepoint
9/13/2013
US Bank - Trust Acct
6,201.05
PARS payment
9/13/2013
South Bay Credit Union
14,570.38
Payroll credit union deduction pmt
9/18/2013
Cal Pers
103,145.60
EFT Retirement Misc
9/18/2013
Cal Pers
249,679.63
EFT Retirement Safety
9/18/2013
Cal Pers
4,926.73
EFT Retirement Misc Adj
9/18/2013
Health Comp
609.38
Weekly claims
9/18/2013
Lane Donovan Golf Ptr
21,691.05
Payroll Transfer
9/20/2013
Health Comp
1,203.62
Weekly claims
9/23/2013
Unum
274.20
LTD
9/26/2013
Employment Development
1,842.82
State Taxes
9/26/2013
Employment Development
50,349.53
State Taxes
9/26/2013
IRS
231,146.07
Federal Taxes
9/26/2013
State of CA EFT
3,885.00
EFT Child support payment
9/13- 9/26/13
Workers Comp Activity
89,516.57
SCRMA checks issued
853,403.74
DATE OF RATIFICATION: 10/15/13
TOTAL PAYMENTS BY WIRE:
853,403.74
Certified as to the accuracy of the wire transfers by:
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Information on actual expenditures is available in the City Treasurer's Office of the City of El Segundo.
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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25,5:00 P.M.
REVISED TO ADD:
ITEM NO. 2 UNDER CONSENT
CLOSED SESSION ADDED TO END OF AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Fisher at 5:03 PM
ROLL CALL
Mayor Fisher -
Present
Mayor Pro Tem Jacobson -
Present
Council Member Fuentes -
Present
Council Member Atkinson -
Present
Council Member Fellhauer -
Present
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Sandy Jacobs, Chamber of Commerce President
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS - (Related to City Business Only - 5 minute limit per person, 30
minute limit total). Individuals who have received value of $50 or more to communicate to the City
Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on behalf of their employer, must so identify
themselves before addressing the City Council. Failure to do so is a misdemeanor and punishable
by fine of $250.
Sandy Jacobs read a letter written from Marisa Scarda at Natural Simplicity concerning the
proposed tax measures.
Edward Apodaca, General Manager of Courtyard by Marriott Hotel, would like a discussion
amongst the businesses and Council to collaborate on the possible tax measures.
Marsha Hansen — Chamber of Commerce President and CEO — thanked Greg Carpenter and
Deborah Cullen for meeting with the Chamber, however, more needs to be done. Need a balanced
approach to dealing with the budget.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS — (Related to Public Communications)
A. PROCEDURAL MOTIONS:
Consideration of a motion to read all ordinances and resolutions on the Agenda by title only.
MOTION by Council Member Fellhauer, SECONDED by Mayor Pro Tern Jacosbson to read all
ordinances and resolutions on the Agenda by title only. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS
VOICE VOTE. 5/0
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
September 25, 2013
PAGE NO. 1
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B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Consideration and possible action to direct staff to prepare the necessary documents to
potentially: amend the City's tax codes for purposes of increasing the City's revenues,
including but not limited to: potentially eliminating the sales tax credit granted to businesses
and create a parking lot tax as part of the City's business license taxes ( "BLT "); increasing
the utility user tax ( "UUT "); increasing the transient occupancy tax ( "TOT "); and imposing a
UUT on the residents. Additionally, direct staff as to whether to prepare an advisory ballot
measure that would reflect whether or not the voters believe a portion of any proposed tax
increase should be provided to the El Segundo Unified School District.
(Fiscal Impact: Unknown)
Greg Carpenter, City Manager, gave a presentation.
Council Discussion
Karl Berger, City Attorney, answered various questions for Council
Council consensus to direct staff to prepare a public information program related to the City's
financial situation, coordinate dates, times and venues for the public information program
meetings, set up a time and place for Commission, Committee, and Board members to meet and
listen to the information as well.
C. CONSENT AGENDA:
All items listed are to be adopted by one motion without discussion and passed unanimously. If a
call for discussion of an item is made, the item(s) will be considered individually under the next
heading of business.
2. Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 4844 approving a revised Final
Vesting Map No. 71820, and authorize the appropriate City Official(s) to sign and record the
Final Vesting Map.
(No Fiscal Impact)
MOTION by Council Member Fellhauer, SECONDED by Mayor Pro Tern Jacobson to approve
Consent Agenda item 2. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
Moved to Closed Session at 6:38 PM.
CLOSED SESSION:
The City Council moved into a closed session pursuant to applicable law, including the Brown Act
(Government Code Section §54960, et seq.) for the purposes of conferring with the City's Real
Property Negotiator; and /or conferring with the City Attorney on potential and /or existing litigation;
and /or discussing matters covered under Government Code Section §54957 (Personnel); and /or
conferring with the City's Labor Negotiators; as follows:
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8): -1- matters
2 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
September 25, 2013
PAGE NO. 2
40
Lease of City Owned Property (Price and Terms)
Real Property: City Owned Golf Course ( "The Lakes ") located at Sepulveda Boulevard
(Assessor Parcel Number: 4138 - 014 -913).
City's Negotiator: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
Potential Lessee /Negotiating Party: Centercal Properties, Inc.
ADJOURNMENT at 7:05 PM
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
3 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
September 25, 2013
PAGE NO. 3
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2013 — 5:00 PM
5:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Fisher at 5:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Mayor Fisher -
Present
Mayor Pro Tern Jacobson -
Present
Council Member Fuentes -
Present
Council Member Atkinson -
Present
Council Member Fellhauer -
Present
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have received value of $50 or more to
communicate to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on
behalf of their employer, must so identify themselves prior to addressing the City
Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of $250.
Mayor Fisher announced that Council would be meeting in closed session pursuant of
the items listed on the agenda.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
CLOSED SESSION:
The City Council moved into a closed session pursuant to applicable law, including the
Brown Act (Government Code Section §54960, et seq.) for the purposes of conferring
with the City's Real Property Negotiator; and /or conferring with the City Attorney on
potential and /or existing litigation; and /or discussing matters covered under Government
Code Section §54957 (Personnel); and /or conferring with the City's Labor Negotiators;
as follows:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (Gov't Code
§54956.9(d) (3) -2- matter
1. City of El Segundo vs. City of Los Angeles, et.al. LASC Case No. BS094279
2. City of Los Angeles vs. Pacific Bell Telephone Company, et al., LASC Case No.
BC414272
3. Gluck vs. City of El Segundo, LASC Case No. C068662
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 1, 2013
PAGE NO. 1
42
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d) (2) and (3):
-0- matter.
Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(c): -3- matter.
DISCUSSION OF PERSONNEL MATTERS (Gov't Code §54957): -0- matter
APPOINTMENT OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEE (Gov't. Code § 54957) —0- matter
CONFERENCE WITH CITY'S LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54957.6): -0-
matters
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8): -1-
matters
1. Lease of City Owned Property (Price and Terms)
Real Property: City owned Golf Course ( "The Lakes ") located at Sepulveda Boulevard
(Assessor Parcel Number: 4138 - 014 -913).
City's Negotiator: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
Potential Lessee /Negotiating Party: Centercal Properties, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 1, 2013
PAGE NO.2
43
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2013 - 7:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Fisher at 7:01 PM
INVOCATION — City Clerk, Tracy Weaver
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Mayor Pro Tern Carl Jacobson
PRESENTATIONS
a) Presentation - 2013 Most Business Friendly City Finalist from the Los Angeles
Economic Development Corporation. Representative Barbara Voss gave a
presentation. El Segundo's video was shown, the video is part of the application
process.
Council Discussion
ROLL CALL
Mayor Fisher -
Present
Mayor Pro Tern Jacobson -
Present
Council Member Fuentes -
Present
Council Member Atkinson -
Present
Council Member Fellhauer -
Present
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have received value of $50 or more to
communicate to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on
behalf of their employer, must so identify themselves prior to addressing the City
Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of $250.
While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow Council to take action
on any item not on the agenda. The Council will respond to comments after Public
Communications is closed.
Jeff Gurney, Engineer ESFD, member of the El Segundo Firefighter Association, stated
the Fire Department will be wearing customized pink t -shirts for the month of October in
support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The shirts can be purchased at both Fire
Stations for $20.00 each, the proceeds will be donated to the Susan G Koman Breast
Cancer Foundation.
Phyllis Langdon, 1434 E. Walnut, stated her concerns with the parking permit program
and is not satisfied with what is being done to answer her concerns.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 1, 2013
PAGE NO. 3
44
Mike Mullin, 1407 E Walnut, would like the Council to do something about the
employees parking on the streets and not in their lots. Mr. Mullin also mentioned
speeding is becoming an issue.
John Gutt, resident, spoke against a Top Golf facility in El Segundo.
Debra Geist, Manhattan Beach resident, for the record a demand was delivered to the
Council to Cease and desist from practices violating the Ralph M. Brown Act as per her
letter delivered to Council on Oct. 1, 2013 concerning Top Golf. Ms. Geist also
displayed pictures of other Top Golf facilities. Ms. Geist is not in favor of a Top Golf
facility.
Julia Lau, 819 Washington, has seen some easement in non - resident parking. Ms. Lau
stated that the lots charge approximately $65.00 a month for a parking permit and
interns with the businesses don't want to pay this fee, therefore, they are parking on
public streets vs. the parking lots.
Karen Wilson, 1503 E Walnut, stated her dissatisfaction with the Parking Permit
Program.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS — (Related to Public Communications)
Council Member Fuentes was unaware of the Parking situation presented this evening.
Council Member Fellhauer stated she was aware of the parking situation, but that we
are in the 6 month review process. Chief Tavera is giving an update this evening.
A. PROCEDURAL MOTIONS
Consideration of a motion to read all ordinances and resolutions on the Agenda
by title only.
MOTION by Mayor Pro Tern Jacobson, SECONDED by Council Member Fellhauer to
read all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda by title only. MOTION PASSED BY
UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
B. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (PUBLIC HEARING)
1. Consideration and possible action to adopt a Resolution for a General Plan
Amendment updating the Housing Element for the planning period extending
from January 2006 to June 2014. Applicant: City of El Segundo.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Mayor Fisher stated this was the time and place to conduct a Public Hearing and
receive public testimony to: Adopt a resolution approving Environmental Assessment
No. 722 and General Plan Amendment No. 07 -01
Clerk Weaver stated that proper notice had been done and no written communications
had been received in the Clerk's Office.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 1, 2013
PAGE NO. 4
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Kimberly Christensen, Planning Manager, gave a presentation.
Opened Public Hearing
MOTION by Mayor Pro Tern Jacobson, Seconded by Council Member Fuentes to close
the Hearing. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
Council Discussion
Mark Hensley, City Attorney, read by title only:
RESOLUTION NO. 4842
A RESOLUTION APPROVING ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. EA -722 AND
ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 07 -01 (THE 2006 -2014 HOUSING
ELEMENT) AMENDING THE HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN.
MOTION by Council Member Fuentes, SECONDED by Council Member Fellhauer to
adopt Resolution No. 4842. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Status update on the Permit Parking Program
Police Chief Mitch Tavera gave a status update of the Parking Permit Program
after the initial 6 month implementation.
Before Council discussion, Mayor Pro Tern Jacobson, excused himself from the dais
do to a possible conflict of interest.
Council consensus directed staff to evaluate permit parking on the 1400 &1500
blocks of East Walnut. Bring back the findings to the next meeting in October.
Mayor Pro Tern Jacobson returned to the dais.
D. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS
E. CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed are to be adopted by one motion without discussion and passed
unanimously. If a call for discussion of an item is made, the item(s) will be considered
individually under the next heading of business.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 1, 2013
PAGE NO. 5
46
3. Approved Warrant Numbers 2594365 — 2594564 on Register No. 24 in the total
amount of $685,386.07 and Wire Transfers from 8/30/2013 through 9/12/2013 in
the total amount of $2,943,231.40) Authorized staff to release. Ratified Payroll
and Employee Benefit checks; checks released early due to contracts or
agreement; emergency disbursements and /or adjustments; and wire transfers.
4. Approved Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of September 17, 2013.
5. Adopted Resolution No. 4843 approving plans and specifications for repair and
maintenance of El Segundo's two potable water reservoirs, authorized the City
Manager to execute a standard Public Works Contract No. 4487 in a form
approved by the City Attorney with Utility Service Co., Inc. in the amount of
$810,800.00 for maintenance and repair of the elevated water tank and two
potable water reservoirs and authorized the City Manager to execute a standard
Public Works Professional Services Agreement No. 4488 in a form as approved
by the City Attorney with Corrpro Companies, Inc. in the amount of $41,560.00
for construction inspection services. Project No. PW 13 -07
(Fiscal Impact: $938,440.00)
6. Authorized the City Clerk to file the City's Planning and Building Safety Director's
Notice of Completion in the County Recorder's Office and authorized the City
Manager, or designee, to accept completion of work for 23 homes related to the
City's Residential Sound Insulation Program's Group 47 (Project No. RSI 12 -11).
(Fiscal Impact: $818,521.72, less liquidated damages)
7. Authorized the City Clerk to file the City's Planning and Building Safety Director's
Notice of Completion in the County Recorder's Office and authorized the City
Manager, or designee, to accept completion of work for 24 homes related to the
City's Residential Sound Insulation Program's Group 48 (Project No. RSI 12 -12).
(Fiscal Impact: $949,645.85, less liquidated damages)
7A. Introduced and waived first ready of Ordinance No. 1482 amending Chapter 6 -1-
5 of the El Segundo Municipal Code regarding the general penalty for violations
of animal regulations and scheduled second reading and adoption of the
ordinance for October 15, 2013. (Fiscal Impact: None)
MOTION by Council Member Fellhauer, SECONDED by Council Member Atkinson
to approve Consent Agenda items 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 7A. MOTION PASSED BY
UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
F. NEW BUSINESS
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 1, 2013
PAGE NO. 6
47
8. Consideration and possible action to direct the staff to conduct a public
information program related to the City's financial situation, economic forecast
and options for addressing future budget deficits.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Greg Carpenter, City Manager, gave a draft presentation for the public
information program and discussed the possibility of an online survey to
understand the public's support of a proposed tax measure(s).
Council Discussion
Council Consensus directed staff to increase number of informational public
forums and the survey should be in conjunction with each forum, which would be
collected at the end of the forum. For the City's Web site, Council would like the
presentation posted, a sample survey posted and the schedule for the forums
posted as well.
G. REPORTS — CITY MANAGER — Thanked the Cable group for their part in
creating the video viewed this evening. Mr. Carpenter asked Chief Tavera to give
an update on Officer Rodriguez. Chief Tavera stated that Officer Rodriguez is
doing well and he is out of the hospital. Officer Rodriguez pulled an
unconscious female driver from a burning vehicle on Sunday 29, 2013.
H. REPORTS — CITY ATTORNEY - None
1. REPORTS — CITY CLERK — stated that she and Mona Shilling attended a week
long Clerk's training program in Riverside the second week of September. Both
are working towards their CMC certification.
J. REPORTS — CITY TREASURER - None
K. REPORTS — CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Council Member Fellhauer — Thanked the Masonic Lodge for honoring Firefighter of the
Year, Dan Engler and Police Officer of the Year, Ken Chang. Commended Officer
Rodriguez on his heroic act and commended both the Police Department and Fire
Department on their diligent efforts performed every day for our city.
Council Member Atkinson — WOW! (One word summation for Officer Rodriguez)
Council Member Fuentes — Encouraged the citizens of El Segundo to watch the video of
Officer Rodriguez responding to the call of a burning vehicle. Attended a reception at
the Otis School of Art and Design in Westchester. The reception benefited the
Ahmason Veteran's Scholarship initiative.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 1, 2013
PAGE NO. 7
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Mayor Pro Tern Jacobson — Great job to El Segundo's Officer Rodriguez.
Mayor Fisher — Attended the Chamber of Commerce Business Expo and felt it was a
successful event, attended the Masonic Lodge event honoring Firefighter Dan Engler
and Police Officer Ken Chang, attended the Richmond Street Fair on Saturday and
thanked the Kiwanis for sponsoring the event and attended the POW /MIA event. Mayor
Fisher also commended Officer Rodriguez for his heroic act.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have receive value of $50 or more to
communicate to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on
behalf of their employer, must so identify themselves prior to addressing the City
Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of $250.
While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow Council to take action
on any item not on the agenda. The Council will respond to comments after Public
Communications is closed.
Mike Robbins, resident,
Jack Axelrod, resident, commended the Reference Desk at the Public Library,
commended the City Manager on his presentation for the Public Forums. Mr. Axelrod
would like to see the survey as a hard copy for all. Mr. Axelrod would like the Council to
reconsider the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of our meetings.
MEMORIALS — Albert L Malloy and Evelyn Christensen
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council may move into a closed session pursuant to applicable law, including
the Brown Act (Government Code Section §54960, et seq.) for the purposes of
conferring with the City's Real Property Negotiator; and /or conferring with the City
Attorney on potential and /or existing litigation; and /or discussing matters covered under
Government Code Section §54957 (Personnel); and /or conferring with the City's Labor
Negotiators.
Mike Robbins, resident, not in favor of possible tax measures.
Jack Axelrod, resident, commended the Public Library's reference desk, commended
City Manager, Greg Carpenter, on a presentation that was easy to understand. Mr.
Axelrod likes the idea of a hard copy survey for the forums. Mr. Axelrod would like the
Council to reconsider and find an alternative to the Pledge of Allegiance.
REPORT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION (if required)
ADJOURNMENT at 9:15 PM
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 1, 2013
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: October 15, 2013
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action regarding the acceptance of $16,271.60 in grant
funding from the University of California Berkeley, Safe Transportation Research and
Education Center. Grant funds will be utilized to conduct two sobriety checkpoints
between October 1, 2013 and September 30, 2014. (Fiscal Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Authorize the acceptance of $16,271.60 in grant funds
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
ATTACHMENT A: UC Berkeley Grant # SC14127
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Dan Kim, Lieutenant
REVIEWED BY: Mitch Tavera, Chief of Police
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
The University of California at Berkeley has awarded the city a grant as part of their 2013 -2014
Sobriety Checkpoint Program. One of the program goals is to fund sobriety checkpoints for law
enforcement agencies to reduce the number of victims killed and injured in alcohol involved
traffic collisions. The city was the recipient of a similar grant from the 2012 -2013 Sobriety
Checkpoint Program and successfully completed all grant requirements.
The city will be reimbursed for overtime personnel costs for qualifying personnel operating the
checkpoint.
The term of the grant is from October 1, 2013 to September 30, 2014 and two sobriety
checkpoints must be completed within the allotted time frame.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends accepting the grant to fund DUI enforcement efforts via sobriety checkpoints.
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Dear 2013 -2014 Sobriety Checkpoint Program Grantee:
Congratulations on receiving the Sobriety Checkpoint Program Grant!
This e -mail transmits the grant document for a signature by your agency's Authorizing Official and a
signature(s) by the optional individual(s) authorized to sign claims.
Please read the following instructions carefully before you print, sign and mail the document!
1.) Open the attached grant document and verify that the address in Box C is where reimbursement
checks should be mailed.
It is important that you notify us immediately if this address is not correct. We will update Box C and
re -send the document ASAP. Failure to notify us of the address change immediately can significantly
delay reimbursements.
2.) Acquire signatures only from the individuals listed in Box B (required) and D (optional) on the
grant document.
Notify us immediately if your Authorizing Official has changed or if you would like to add signatories
in Box D. Please make sure the signature(s) is original; we do not accept stamped signatures.
NOTE: If no additional signatories are added, then the Authorizing Official is the only one who may
sign claims.
3.) Please make a copy for your own records and mail the original signed grant (all pages) to:
UC Berkeley Safe Transportation Research and Education Center
Sobriety Checkpoint Program
2614 Dwight Way, MC # 7374
Berkeley, CA 94720 -7374
IMPORTANT:
PLEASE SEND ONE ORIGINAL SIGNED GRANT DOCUMENT TO SAFETREC ASAP.
DO NOT CONDUCT CHECKPOINTS OR PURCHASE DUI CHECKPOINT SUPPLIES PRIOR
TO OCTOBER 1 AND UNTIL THE CONTRACT HAS BEEN FULLY SIGNED/EXECUTED
(SIGNED BY UCB AND YOUR AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL).
Upon receipt of the signed grant, we will: a) sign and e-mail a copy of the fully executed grant and b)
e -mail you a purchase order number. We cannot obtain a purchase order number until we receive a
signed grant from your agency.
Please contact Shar Rauch at (510) 643 -1774 or at checkpoint9berkeley.edu if you have any
questions.
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The Regents of the University of California
School of Public Health, Berkeley, GRANT NUMBER
with Primary Funding from the
uo California Office of Traffic Safety SC14127
•rasa• GRANT
1. Title of Program
SOBRIETY CHECKPOINT GRANT PROGRAM FOR 2013 -2014
2. Name of Applicant Agency
4. Period of Grant
EL SEGUNDO, CITY OF
Month - Day - Year
From: 10101/13
3. University of California Berkeley, Safe Transportation Research and Education Center
DAVID RAGLAND, PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR, UC BERKELEY SAFE TRANSPORTATION
RESEARCH AND EDUCATION CENTER
To: 09/30/14
6. Description of Program
The goal of the Sobriety Checkpoint Grant Program for 2013 -2014 is to reduce the number of victims killed and injured in alcohol - involved
crashes in participating cities. The period of this grant contract ('contract'), October 01, 2013 to September 30, 2014, encompasses two
national mobilization periods: the Winter Holiday Mobilization period, December 13, 2013 - January 01, 2014, and the Labor Day
Mobilization period, August 15, 2014 - September 01, 2014. The El Segundo Police Department will conduct sobriety checkpoints in El
Segundo in accordance with this contract. The contract includes the attached Schedule A - Descriptions, Schedule B - Detailed Budget
Estimate, Schedule B -1 - Budget Narrative, and Schedule C - Terms and Conditions.
6. Federal Funds Allocated Under This Grant Shall Not Exceed: $16,271.60
7. Approval Signatures (By signing this page, Agency agrees to the
terms and conditions which follow and are attached)
A. The Regents of the University of California Authorized
B. Authorizing Official For Applicant Agency
Signature
Name: David Ragland Phone: (510) 642 -065
Name: Dan Kim Phone: (310) 525 -2267
Title: Director, SafeTREC Fax: (510) 643 -992
Title: Lieutenant Fax: (310) 640 -8648
Address: UC Berkeley
Address: 348 Main Street
Safe Transportation Research and Education Center
El Segundo, CA 90245
2614 Dwight Way #7374
Berkeley, CA 94720 -7374
Email: davidr @berkeley.edu
Email: dkim @elsegundo.org
(Signature) (Date)
(Signature) (Date)
C. Agency Office Authorized to Receive Payments
D. Optional: Individuals Authorized to Sign Claims (in
addition to the Authorizing Official For Applicant Agency)
Agency: El Segundo, City of Phone: (310) 524 -2315
Name: Steve Jones Title: Revenue Manager
Office: Finance Department
(Signature) (Date)
Address: 350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
Name: Angelina Garcia Title: Fiscal Services
Tax ID #: 95- 6000706
Manager
Contact Person: Deborah Cullen
Email: dcullen @elsegundo.org
(Signature) (Date)
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El Segundo, City of Grant No. SC14127
Schedule A - Description
Sobriety Checkpoint Grant Program for 2013 -2014
GOALS
1. To reduce the number of victims killed in alcohol - involved crashes.
2. To reduce the number of victims injured in alcohol - involved crashes.
3. To reduce nighttime (2100 hours to 0259 hours) fatal crashes.
4. To reduce nighttime (2100 hours to 0259 hours) injury crashes.
5. To reduce hit and run fatal crashes.
6. To reduce hit and run injury crashes.
AGENCY OBJECTIVES
1. To conduct a total of 2 sobriety checkpoints by September 30, 2014 (should be a minimum of one checkpoint per
mobilization).
NOTE: If a department elects to combine a Driver License (DL) checkpoint with a sobriety checkpoint, the
department should: 1) inform the public (via the press release) that driver licenses will be checked and
2) conduct DUI /DL checkpoint operations with signs reading, "DUI /Driver License Checkpoint Ahead ".
To better identify and apprehend drug- impaired drivers in addition to alcohol- impaired drivers, it is
highly recommended that all personnel assigned to staff the greeting lane of the checkpoint be Drug
Recognition Experts (DREs) and /or Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) trained
sworn officers. At the very minimum, all officers contacting drivers in the greeting lane should be
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST)
trained and certified.
To maximize effectiveness, checkpoint operations may be conducted at more than one location on any
evening. Each checkpoint should be highly publicized and visible. The Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) does
not fund or support independent DL checkpoints.
Only on an exception basis and with OTS pre - approval will OTS fund checkpoint operations that begin
prior to 1800 hours. When practicable it is recommended that checkpoint operations run until 0300 hours.
2. If appropriate, a supervisor(s) should attend OTS- sponsored "DUI Checkpoints - Planning and
Management' eight -hour, POST - certified training by December 31, 2013. Officers are encouraged to
attend this training as well.
3. To collect and report checkpoint statistics on -line for checkpoints conducted during the Winter and
Labor Day mobilization periods and submit the data by the deadlines established by the Safe Transportation
Research and Education Center (SafeTREC).
4. To collect and report checkpoint statistics on -line for checkpoints conducted outside the mobilization
periods and to submit the data by the end of the applicable quarter(s).
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El Segundo, City of
Schedule A - Description (continued)
Sobriety Checkpoint Grant Program for 2013 -2014
MEDIA OBJECTIVES
Grant No. SC14127
1. After the statewide kick -off press event, issue a press release announcing the kick -off of this grant, using the
OTS kick -off press release template provided by SafeTREC.
2. During the mobilization periods (December 13 - January 1 and August 15 - September 1), if an AVOID media
campaign is active in the county, grantee should notify the AVOID Coordinator of checkpoint locations, dates and times at
least fourteen (14) days in advance of all planned checkpoints. The AVOID Coordinator should issue press releases
including checkpoints conducted during the mobilization periods to all major media outlets in the region.
3. For each checkpoint operation, grantee should distribute a separate press release using the OTS template provided
by SafeTREC unless multiple checkpoints are to be conducted within a seven (7) day period, in which case one press
release covering the seven (7) day period that covers all operations will suffice. When using the OTS press release
template provided by SafeTREC, grantee should forward press releases, media advisories, alerts and other press
materials to SafeTREC concurrently with distribution to the media. If any other press release format or copy is used,
grantee should submit the press release to the OTS Public Information Officer aVpioCa)_ots.ca.gov for his review. Optimum
lead -time would be 10 — 20 days prior to the operation. The approved press release should also be sent to SafeTREC.
For post - operational media communications that report the results of checkpoints, grantee does not need to have the
release approved by OTS.
4. Grantee should use OTS's tagline "Report Drunk Drivers. Call 911" on all news releases and checkpoint publication
materials.
5. To use the following standard language in all press, media, and printed materials: "Funding for this program was
provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration."
6. Grantee should issue to the media a post - operational news release reporting the results of the checkpoint
(do not submit to OTS media communications reporting the results of checkpoints). Any drug- impaired driving arrests
(23152(a)) and other drug arrests (possession, transportation, for sale) made as the result of the checkpoint operation
should be incorporated into the post - operational media release.
METHOD OF PROCEDURE
Phase I: Program Preparation (October 1, 2013 — December 12, 2013)
1. Review the contract to ensure compliance with contract provisions.
2. Notify SafeTREC of any changes in contact information. The contract, purchase order number, and Fact Blasts are
emailed to the contact person listed in the agency application.
3. Attend OTS- sponsored "DUI Checkpoints — Planning and Management" eight -hour, POST - certified training by
December 31, 2013.
4. Plan checkpoint staffing, e.g., supervisors, officers, clerical staff, or community service officers as needed to staff
each sobriety checkpoint on an overtime basis.
5. Send a written request to SafeTREC to seek approval of any changes to grant funded work or
deliverables.
6. Order grant approved checkpoint supplies, if applicable.
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El Segundo, City of Grant No. SC14127
Schedule A - Description (continued)
Sobriety Checkpoint Grant Program for 2013 -2014
Phase II: Mobilization (December 13, 2013 — January 1, 2014 and August 15, 2014 — September 1, 2014)
7. After the statewide kick -off press event in December, grantee should issue a press release announcing the kick -off of
this grant using the OTS kick -off press release template provided by SafeTREC.
8. If an AVOID media campaign is active in the county, grantee should notify the AVOID Coordinator of checkpoint
locations, dates and times at least fourteen (14) days in advance of all planned checkpoints. The AVOID Coordinator
should issue press releases including checkpoints conducted during the mobilization periods to all major media outlets in
the region.
9. For each checkpoint operation grantee should distribute a separate press release using the OTS template provided
by SafeTREC unless multiple checkpoints are to be conducted within a seven (7.) day period in which case one press
release covering the seven [7) day period that covers all operations will suffice. en using the OTS press release
template provided by SafeQC, grantee should forward press releases, media advisories, alerts, and other press
materials to SafeTREC concurrently with distribution to the media. If any other press release format or copy is used
grantee should submit the press release to the OTS Public Informs ion utricer at io o s.ca. ov ar his review. O (imum
lead -time would be 10 — 20 days prior to the operation. The approved press releasealso be sent to SafeTREC.
For post - operational media communications that report the results of checkpoints, grantee does not need to have the
release approved by OTS.
10. Use OTS's tagline, "Report Drunk Drivers. Call 911" on all news releases and checkpoint publication materials.
11. Conduct roll call training. Roll call training costs are not reimbursable.
12. To better identify and apprehend drug-impaired drivers in addition to alcohol- impaired drivers, it is highly
recommended that al personnel assigned to staff the gqreeting lane of the checkpoint be Drug Recognition Experts
(DREs) and /or Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) trained sworn officers. Al the very minimum,
all officers contacting drivers in the greeting lane should be NHTSA SFST trained and certified.
13. Begin the checkpoint no earlier than 1800 hours and if possible and practicable, operate the checkpoint until 0300
hours.
14. Conduct the last checkpoint no later than September 30, 2014.
Phase III: Post Operational Data Reporting (at the end of each mobilization period and each applicable calendar
quarter)
15. Submit post - operational data on -line for checkpoints conducted during the Winter Holiday and Labor Day
mobilizations. Submit data by the SafeTREC deadlines.
16. Submit post - operational data on -line for checkpoints conducted outside the mobilization periods. Submit the data by
the end of the applicable quarter. If multiple checkpoints are conducts 050 a qua e-r, summarize (total) the
checkpoint statistics.
17. Issue to the media a post - operational news release reporting the results of the check pint. Any drugg- impaired
driving arrests (23152(a)) and other drug arrests (possession, transportation, for sale) madpe as the result"of the
checkpoint operation should be incorporated into the post - operational media release.
Phase IV: Claim Submission (at the end of the applicable calendar quarter)
18. Compile actual overtime and checkpoint supply costs incurred for operating the grant- funded checkpoints.
19. Download the claim form from the SafeTREC web site at:
http: / /www.safetrec .berkeley.edu /checkpointgrants /2013- 2014checkpoint.html
20. Complete the claim form for the applicable quarter in accordance with Schedule B — Detailed Budget Estimate and
Schedule B -1 — Budget Narrative.
21. Mail the claim forms for the quarter, with the required supporting documentation (specified in Schedule B -1) to
SafeTREC following the end of the applicable calendar quarter.
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El Segundo, City of
Schedule B - Detailed Budget Estimate
Sobriety Checkpoint Grant Program for 2013 -2014
Grant No. SC14127
The El Segundo, City of will conduct a total of 2 sobriety checkpoints in El Segundo as described in Table B
below.
Table B
The cost per checkpoint includes overtime benefits. Only actual benefits accrued from overtime hours will
be covered (e.g., retirement, medical /dental /vision insurance, uniform allowances will not be covered). Allowable
benefits include: Social Security (OASDI), Workers Compensation, Medicare, State -run disability, and
unemployment insurance.
Maximum Reimbursable Amount for Checkpoint Supplies $671.60
Only OTS- approved supplies will be reimbursed. The prices of supplies will be reimbursed in accordance with
policies established by the OTS.
Grant Total Amount $16,271.60
(Maximum Reimbursable Amount for Checkpoints + Maximum Reimbursable Amount for Checkpoint Supplies)
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Number of
Cost Per Checkpoint
Total Cost
Checkpoints
Winter Holiday Mobilization,
December 13, 2013 — January
01, 2014
(should be a minimum of one
1
$7,800.00
$7,800.00
checkpoint)
Labor Day Holiday
Mobilization, August 15, 2014 —
September 01, 2014 (should
1
$7,800.00
$7,800.00
be a minimum of one
checkpoint)
Number of checkpoints outside
0
$7,800.00
$0.00
the mobilization periods
Total Number of
2
Maximum Reimbursable
$15,600.00
Checkpoints
Amount for Checkpoints
The cost per checkpoint includes overtime benefits. Only actual benefits accrued from overtime hours will
be covered (e.g., retirement, medical /dental /vision insurance, uniform allowances will not be covered). Allowable
benefits include: Social Security (OASDI), Workers Compensation, Medicare, State -run disability, and
unemployment insurance.
Maximum Reimbursable Amount for Checkpoint Supplies $671.60
Only OTS- approved supplies will be reimbursed. The prices of supplies will be reimbursed in accordance with
policies established by the OTS.
Grant Total Amount $16,271.60
(Maximum Reimbursable Amount for Checkpoints + Maximum Reimbursable Amount for Checkpoint Supplies)
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E/ Segundo, City of
Schedule B -1 - Budget Narrative
Sobriety Checkpoint Grant Program for 2013 -2014
Grant No. SC14127
El Segundo, City of will be reimbursed for overtime personnel costs and checkpoint supplies to conduct the checkpoints.
Overtime reimbursement will reflect actual costs (overtime hourly rate and overtime benefit rates) of the personnel
conducting the appropriate operation(s) up to the amount of the approved cost per checkpoint and the grant total
stated in Schedule B- Detailed Budget Estimate. Only actual benefits accrued from overtime hours will be covered
(e.g., retirement, medical /dental /vision insurance, uniform allowances will not be covered). Allowable benefits
include: Social Security (OASDI), Workers Compensation, Medicare, State -run disability, and unemployment
insurance.
Budgeted grant activities will be conducted by personnel on an overtime basis; supplanting is not allowable. The grant
covers only the costs of police department personnel. Grants do not cover contractual services. Grant - funded operations
may be conducted by personnel such as an officer, sergeant, corporal, deputy, community service officer, dispatcher,
clerical /administrative, etc. depending on the titles used by the agency. Personnel will be deployed as needed to
accomplish the grant goals and objectives. Administrative /clerical personnel are allowable only if they worked on the
checkpoint operation, e.g., to process the larger than normal volume of citations, towing records, and arrest/incident
reports. These reports must be a result of the operation and required to be processed quickly for distribution to the courts
and the District Attorney's Office, or to meet statutory time limits. Clerical overtime incurred before the checkpoint or more
than one business day after the last day of the checkpoint is not allowable. Costs for preparing claims are not
reimbursable.
OTS- approved checkpoint supplies (cones, signage, vests, PAS devices /supplies and lighting equipment) are
reimbursable provided that: 1) the total cost of supplies, including tax and shipping, does not exceed the awarded
amount specified in Schedule B; and 2) the unit prices of checkpoint supplies do not exceed OTS- established unit costs.
Download the Checkpoint Supply Policy from the SafeTREC website to ensure compliance of checkpoint supply
purchases. Other direct costs are not reimbursable, except for OTS- approved checkpoint supplies.
Indirect costs are not reimbursable.
Reimbursements are contingent upon the following (exceptions must be approved by SafeTREC):
i. The applicable post - operational data have been submitted using SafeTREC's on -line reporting
system.
Ii. The claim form is correctly filled out, using the SafeTREC Excel -based form.
iii. The claim amounts do not exceed the limits set forth in Schedule B — Detailed Budget Estimate.
iv. The information in the overtime slips and the ledger report are consistent and fully support the claim.
V. A ledger report(s) supporting the claim amount is attached to the claim. Only source documents are
accepted to support the claim amount. Explanatory documentation such as spreadsheets may be
submitted to provide additional information but cannot be accepted in lieu of a ledger report(s).
vi. An invoice(s) for the amount of checkpoint supplies is attached to the claim. The invoice must contain a
sufficient description of the purchased item(s), quantity, and unit cost.
vii. The claim is signed by the Authorizing Official (Box B of the grant cover page) or Individuals Authorized
to Sign Claims (Box D) as designated in the grant cover page.
viii. Changes in the Authorizing Official For the Applicant Agency or the designation of any other additional
individual(s) to sign claims are documented in accordance with SafeTREC documentation requirements.
ix. The final claim is submitted no later than October 31, 2014.
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El Segundo, City of
Schedule C - Terms and Conditions
Sobriety Checkpoint Grant Program for 2013 -2014
A. INDEMNIFICATION
Grant No. SC14127
Applicant Agency agrees to indemnify, defend, and save harmless the State of California, its officers, agents,
and employees, the Regents of the University of California, its officers, agents, and employees from any and all
claims and losses accruing or resulting to any and all contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, laborers, and any
other person, firm, or corporation furnishing or supplying work services, materials, or supplies in connection with
the performance of this contract, and from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any person,
firm, or corporation who may be injured or damaged by Applicant Agency in the performance of this contract.
B. GOVERNING LAW
This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California.
C. NON - ASSIGNABILITY
The obligations of the applicant agency under this Contract are not assignable to any third party.
D. USE OF UNIVERSITY NAME/TRADEMARKS
Applicant Agency shall not use the name of the University of California, or any abbreviation thereof, or any
name of which "University of California" is a part, or any trademarks of the University, in any commercial
context, such as may appear on products, in media (including web sites) and print advertisements in cases
when such use may imply an endorsement or sponsorship of the Applicant Agency, its products, or services. All
uses of the University's name and trademarks, therefore, must first receive prior written consent of The Regents
of the University of California through the Office of Marketing & Business Outreach. This policy is in compliance
with the State of California Education Code Section 92000.
E. TERMINATION
Each party has the right to suspend, terminate or abandon the execution of any work by the Applicant Agency
without cause at any time upon giving prior written notice. In the event that this contract is suspended,
terminated, or abandoned, the Regents of the University of California shall pay the Applicant Agency for
services provided hereunder prior to the effective date of said suspension, termination, or abandonment. Said
payment shall be computed in accordance with Schedules B and B -1, provided that the maximum amount
payable to the Applicant Agency for its services shall not exceed the Grant Total Amount on Schedule B for
services provided hereunder prior to the effective date of suspension, termination, or abandonment.
F. STATE OF CALIFORNIA TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND CERTIFICATIONS
Applicant Agency agrees to abide by the General Terms, Conditions, and Certifications contained in OTS Grant
Program Manual, Chapter 8.
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA STATEMENT
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
MEETING DATE: October 15, 2013
AGENDA HEADING: Consent
Consideration and possible action to update the El Segundo Municipal Code regulating
general penalties for Title 6 of the City Code specific to animal control. These changes
are desirable to ensure effective enforcement by the El Segundo Police Department.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Second reading by title only and adopt an Ordinance Number 1482 amending Chapter
6 -1 -5 of the El Segundo Municipal Code regarding the general penalty for violations
of animal regulations.
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Ordinance 1482 amending the Municipal Code
FISCAL IMPACT: Included in Adopted Budget
Amount Budgeted: $0
Additional Appropriation: No
Account Number(s):
ORIGINATED BY: Brian Evanski, Police Captain
REVIEWED BY: Mitch Tavera, Chief of Police
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
Staff recommends the City Council consider an amendment to the ESMC as to general penalties
and the process for prosecuting individuals who violate animal regulations as identified in the
ESMC. With the downturn in the economy, and shrinking budgets, the Los Angeles County
District Attorney's office is declining to prosecute any ESMC violations. To ensure that the City
continues its enforcement activities, the Police Department believes that all ESMC violations
related to animal regulations can be enforced by police officers as infractions. This is similar to
the process for enforcing other specified ESMC violations.
In order to facilitate such a process, violations of animal regulations within the ESMC must
change from misdemeanors to infractions; and the general bail schedule for violations of animal
regulations of the ESMC shall be as follows:
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1. A fine not exceeding $100.00 for the first violation;
2. A fine not exceeding $200.00 for a second violation of the same provision
within one (1) year;
3. A fine not exceeding $500.00 for each additional violation of the same
provision within one ( 1) year of the first violation.
In order to improve the City's quality of life, it is important that the City have all the tools it
needs for enforcement. By adopting this ordinance, the City is able to bath effectively enforce
the ESMC and provide a deterrence for potential violators.
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ORDINANCE NO. 1482
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE § 6 -1-
5 REGULATING VIOLATIONS OF ANIMAL REGULATIONS WITHIN
THE CITY'S JURISDICTION.
The Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: Section 6 -1 -5 of the El Segundo Municipal Code (`SSMC ") is amended to read as
follows:
116 -1 -5: GENERAL PENALTY: Any person violating any provision of
this title is guilty of an infraction, punishable as provided in chapter 1 -2 of this
code."
SECTION 2: Summaries of Information. All summaries of information in the findings, which
precede this Section, are based on the substantial evidence in the record including, without
limitation, verbal and documentary evidence submitted to the El Segundo City Council. The
absence of any particular fact from any such summary is not an indication that a particular
finding is not based in part on that fact.
SECTION 3: Savings Clause. Repeal or amendment of any provision of this Ordinance does
not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and
imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any
such repealed part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting
violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 4: Severability. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by
a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect the
effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, the provisions of this
Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 4: The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance;
cause it to be entered into the City of El Segundo's book of original ordinances; make a note of
the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting; and, within fifteen (15) days after the
passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it to be published or posted in accordance with
California law.
SECTION 5: This Ordinance will become effective thirty (30) days following its passage and
adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 2013.
Bill Fisher, Mayor
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August 21, 2013
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do hereby certify that
the whole number of members of the City Council of said City is five; that the foregoing
Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City Council at a regular meeting held on
the day of , 2013, and was duly passed and adopted by said City
Council, approved and signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a regular
meeting of said Council held on the day of , 2013, and the same
was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
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Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
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August 21, 2013
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: October 15, 2013
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to execute an amendment with AKM Consulting
Engineers for additional inspection services related to the Maple Ave. construction
project. Project No. PW 12 -09 (Fiscal Impact: $20,000.00)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment with AKM Consulting
Engineers, in a form approved by the City Attorney, for additional construction
inspection services for an amount not to exceed $20,000;
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible actions related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
None
FISCAL IMPACT: Included in Adopted Budget
Amount Budgeted: $2,500,000.00 for Maple Ave Project
Additional Appropriation: No
Account Number(s): 110- 400 - 8203 -8627 (Measure R Reimbursement Grant)
ORIGINATED BY: Arianne Bola, Associate Engineer Alb O, f
REVIEWED BY: Stephanie Katsouleas, Public Works Director
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager ,
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On May 21, 2013, City Council awarded a Professional Services Agreement to AKM Consulting
Engineer for $92,694.00 construction inspection services related to the Maple Street
Improvements Project. The project is currently underway and expected to be completed in
November.
Unforeseen field conditions during construction have resulted in construction plan modifications
and project schedule changes, including the need for some weekend pavement work to ensure
that businesses maintain access during weekdays as well as additional work days for the overall
project. The original budget and additional $15,000 in contingencies have been allocated and up
to $20,000 in additional funds are now needed to continue inspection oversight through the
remained of the project. Sufficient funds are available from the grant for these services. Staff is
therefore recommends that City Council approved the additional funding request and
corresponding amendment in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: October 15, 2013
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to accept as complete the FY 11/12 slurry sealing of
the streets in the area bounded by Sheldon Street, Mariposa Avenue, El Segundo
Boulevard and Sepulveda Boulevard. Project No.: PW 12 -05. (Fiscal Impact:
$320,231.08)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Accept the work as complete.
2. Authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion in the County Recorder's
Office.
3. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Notice of Completion
FISCAL IMPACT: Within Adopted Budget
Amount Budgeted: $ 336,567.28
Additional Appropriation: No
Account Number(s): 106 - 400 - 8206 -8943 (State Gas Tax: Slurry Seal)
ORIGINATED BY: Floriza Rivera, Principal Civil Engine ;��
REVIEWED BY: Stephanie Katsouleas, Public Works Director
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On September 4, 2012, the City entered into a Public Works contract with American Asphalt
South, Inc. in the amount of $305,970.25 for the application of slurry seal for the area bounded
by Mariposa Ave., El Segundo Blvd., Sheldon St. and Sepulveda Blvd. City Council also
approved $30,597.03 for contingencies. The project began on January 16, 2013 and was
completed on April 10, 2013, which included additional slurry seal and striping (above that
included in the specs) and installation of reflective pavement markers where they were
previously located (prior to slurry). A final inspection for American Asphalt South's work was
performed and staff confirmed that the project was completed per the plans and specifications.
The final construction cost was $320,231.08. The $16,336.20 contingency balance will be
returned to the Gas Tax account.
Staff therefore recommends that City Council the work performed by American Asphalt South,
Inc. as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file a notice of completion with the County
Recorder's Office.
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Recording Requested by
and When Recorded Mail To:
City Clerk, City Hall
350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Project Name: Aviation Blvd. Rehabilitation Project
Project No.: PW 12 -05 Contract No. 4320
Notice is hereby given pursuant to State of California Civil Code Section 3093 et seq that:
The undersigned is an officer of the owner of the interest stated below in the property
hereinafter described.
The full name of the owner is: City of El Segundo
The full address of the owner is: City Hall, 350 Main Street, El Segundo, CA, 90245
4. The nature of the interest of the owner is: Public Facilities
A work of improvement on the property hereinafter described was field reviewed by the
City Engineer on April 10, 2013. The work done was: Slurry Sea] Resurfacing
On October 1, 2013, City Council of the City of El Segundo accepted the work of this
contract as being complete and directed the recording of this Notice of Completion in the
Office of the County Recorder.
7. The name of the Contractor for such work of improvement was: American Asphalt South, Inc.
The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the City of El
Segundo, County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows: City
streets in the area bounded by Sheldon Street, Mariposa Avenue, El Segundo Boulevard
and Sepulveda Boulevard.
The street address of said property is: None.
Dated:
Stephanie Katsouleas
Public Works Director
VERIFICATION
I, the undersigned, say: I am the Director of Public Works /City Engineer of the City El Segundo, the
declarant of the foregoing Notice of Completion; I have read said Notice of Completion and know the
contents thereof; the same is true of my own knowledge.
I declare under penalty of perjury the foregoing is true and correct.
Executed on _, 2013 at El Segundo, California.
Stephanie Katsouleas
Public Works Director
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: October 15, 2013
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action regarding adoption of Plans and Specifications for the
FY 13/14 slurry sealing of streets in the area bounded by the west City boundary,
Sheldon Street, Mariposa Avenue, and El Segundo Boulevard. Project No.: PW 13 -14
(Fiscal Impact: $642,000.00)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Adopt Plans and Specifications.
2. Authorize staff to advertise the project for receipt of construction bids.
3. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Location Map
FISCAL IMPACT: Budget Adjustment Required
Amount Budgeted: $350,000.00
Additional Appropriation: Yes To Be Determined
Account Number(s): 106 - 400 - 8206 -8943 ($350,000, Gas Tax: Slurry Seal)
110 - 400 - xxxx -xxxx ($To be Determined, Measure R Local
Return)
ORIGINATED BY: Floriza Rivera, Principal En ineer`r�-
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REVIEWED BY: Stephanie Katsouleas, Public Works Director
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APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
The Public Works Department administers the slurry sealing program as a preventative measure
to extend the life of pavement Citywide. The slurry sealing process consists of applying a thin
asphalt "slurry" layer over existing asphalt pavement to help prevent water intrusion.
The City is divided into five (5) areas for slurry; four quadrants west of Sepulveda Boulevard
and one area east of Sepulveda Boulevard. El Segundo slurries its five districts every seven
years on a rotating basis. The two years we are dormant allows Public Works to accumulate
enough Gas Tax funding to ensure that sufficient grant monies are available to cover costs for the
five -year cycles when slurries occur. Public Works is currently in year two of its five -year
rotation.
Staff has prepared plans and specifications for the Fiscal Year 2013/2014 Slurry Seal Program,
which includes streets within the area bounded by the west City boundary, Sheldon Street,
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Mariposa Avenue, and El Segundo Boulevard. This area was last slurry sealed in 200612007.
Staff recommends that City Council adopt the plans and specifications and authorize the project
for receipt of construction bids.
Please note that a total of $350,000 in Gas Tax was approved through the FY 2413114 annual
budget process for slurry sealing. However, due to the size of the current slurry area and the
inclusion of Vista del Mar and city parking lots, it is highly likely that additional funds will be
needed based on current cost estimates for slurry applications. Once bids are in and the total cost
is known, staff will request an additional appropriation from available Measure R funds. We
estimate that approximately $300,000 in additional funding will be needed for the annual Slurry
Seal program.
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: October 15, 2013
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to enter into
Memorandum of Understandings (MOU) for development of an Enhanced Watershed
Management Program for Jurisdictional Groups 2 & 3 of the Santa Monica Bay
Watershed and for the Dominguez Channel Watershed. (Fiscal Impact: $93,967.45)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Authorize the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding, approved
in form by the City Attorney, between the Cities of Los Angeles, Santa Monica and
El Segundo, the Los Angeles County Flood Control District, and the County of Los
Angeles (Public Works) for $43,971 for administration and cost sharing for
development of an Enhanced Watershed Management Program for Jurisdictional
Groups 2 & 3 of the Santa Monica Bay Watershed.
2. Authorize the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding, approved
in form by the City Attorney, between the Cities of Los Angeles, El Segundo,
Hawthorne and Inglewood, the Los Angeles County Flood Control District, and the
County of Los Angeles for $49,996.45 for administration and cost sharing for
development of an Enhanced Watershed Management Program for the Dominguez
Channel Watershed.
3. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
None
FISCAL IMPACT: $93,967.45
Amount Budgeted: $98,000.00
Additional Appropriation: No
Account Number(s): 001- 400 - 4302 -6206 (Storm Drains: Contract Services)
ORIGINATED BY: Lifan Xu, Principal Civil Engineer -N
REVIEWED BY: Stephanie Katsouleas, Public Works Director'
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager /,
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
Permit Adoption History
In 1990, the California Regional Water Quality Control Board (Regional Board) adopted Order
No. 90 -079, which set in motion requirements for municipalities located in Los Angeles County
to comply with provisions of the Clean Water Act for contaminated discharges (commonly
called storm water and urban runoff discharges) in Municipally Separate Storm Sewer Systems
(MS4).1 This action was followed in 1992 by a provision requiring all Phase I cities, those with
regional populations greater than 100,000, to begin implementing best available technologies to
reduce or eliminate contaminated discharges. The Regional Board adopted new storm water
permits in 1996 and 2001, and approved four amendments between 2006 and 2010 to the 2001
permit.
November 8, 2012, the Regional Board adopted a new storm water permit, Order No. R4 -2012-
0175, which includes and expands upon the provisions called for in earlier permits.
Current Requirements and Watershed Impacts
El Segundo belongs to two separate watersheds, which include Santa Monica Bay and
Dominguez Channel. The Santa Monica Bay watershed is further broken into two jurisdictional
areas, which include:
• North of El Segundo Blvd. Untreated flows are discharged to the Grand Ave. storm
drain and Imperial Ave. storm drain, which also receives flows from the City of Los
Angeles. This area is part of Jurisdictional Groups Two (2) and Three (3) [or J2 & 3].
• South of El Segundo Blvd. Untreated flows are discharged at the 28th Street outfall in
Manhattan Beach, which also receives flows from the City of Manhattan Beach. This
area is part of Jurisdictional Groups Five (5) and Six (6) [or J 5 & 6].
Previous storm water permits focused on implementation of pollution control measures, while
the new permit focuses on whether Permittees are actually achieving adopted water quality
standards (referred to as total maximum daily loads, or TMDLs) for receiving waters.
Confirmation of permit compliance will be substantially determined through monitoring plans
and adoption/implementation of Enhanced Watershed Management Programs (EWMPs).
If you recall, on April 2, 2013, City Council approved staff's recommendation to participate in
regional EWMPs in both the Santa Monica Bay J2/3 and Dominguez Channel Groups and to
implement minimum control measures (e.g., best management practices) for the small discharges
on Rosecrans Blvd that flow to the J5/6 watershed. Regional participation in developing and
implementing an Enhanced Watershed Management Program allows Permittees to evaluate
opportunities for collaboration on large regional, multi - benefit projects which retain, through
infiltration or capture and reuse, the 85th percentile 24 -hour storm eyed and all non -storm
water runoff. The customized WMP or EWMP provides Permittees greater flexibility to
implement control measures on a larger watershed scale. It also provides Permittees additional
time to establish those coordinated efforts with other jurisdictions.
In June, 2013 staff submitted Notice of Intent (NOI) letters to Los Angeles Regional Water
Quality Control Board, as required under the EWPM approach, for the J 2 &3 Groups of the
Santa Monica Bay Watershed and for the Dominguez Channel Watershed.
' The authority to regulate storm water and urban runoff falls under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) program, which is administered by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board
2 Enhanced Watershed Management Programs include development of a Work Plan to control pollution as well as a
monitoring plan to track effectiveness of the pollution control measures implemented.
s The 85 percentile 24 -hour storm event, as determined from the Los Angeles County 85`h Percentile Precipitation
Isohyetal Map, establishes a rainfall depth that is equal or greater than 85 percent of all storm events during 24 hour
periods. The 85th percentile 24 -hour rainfall depths ranged from 0.90 to 0.99 inch throughout El Segundo.
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Over the last several months, staff has been participating in regional meetings with the Santa
Monica Bay permittees and the Dominguez Channel permittees. The City of Los Angeles
quickly emerged as the leading agency for both watershed and has been leading efforts in the
EWMP's development and consultant selections. Participating agencies, final costs for
developing the EWMPs and cost sharing plans have been finalized and are summarized below.
EWMP for Santa Monica Bay Watershed (J 2/3)
Participating agencies in the development of the Santa Monica Watershed EWMP include the
City of Los Angeles, Santa Monica, El Segundo, Los Angeles County Flood Control District,
and the County of Los Angeles. MWH American Inc. and Geosyntec Consultants were
consulting firms chosen through a competitive process to develop the comprehensive plan for
$945,000, which includes project management oversight by the City of Los Angeles. The
County Flood Control District will pays 10% of the total cost ($94,500) while the remaining
$850,500 will be shared by the other agencies based on the proportionate land area of each
agency. The City of El Segundo, at 4.7% of the J2/3 watershed, is responsible for $39,974 along
with an additional 10% contingency ($3,997) for potential contribution of $43,971 toward the
development of the EWMP.
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to sign a Memorandum of
Understanding, approved in form by the City Attorney, between the Cities of Los Angeles, Santa
Monica, and El Segundo, the Los Angeles County Flood Control District and the County of Los
Angeles for administration and cost sharing for development of an Enhanced Watershed
Management Program for Jurisdictional Groups 2 & 3 of the Santa Monica Bay Watershed.
EWMP for Dominguez Channel Watershed
The Cities of Los Angeles, El Segundo, Hawthorne and Inglewood, the Los Angeles County
Flood Control District, and the County of Los Angeles are participating in the development of
the Dominguez Channel Watershed EWMP. It is worth noting that several cities which
discharge flows to Dominguez Channel have chosen other options in lieu of participating in the
EWPM (e.g., implementing minimum control measures, incorporating actions into other EWMPs
under development) and thus will not be cost - sharing in its development.
HDR Engineering, Inc. and RMC Water and the Environment were consulting firms chosen
through a competitive process to develop the comprehensive plan for $1,468,543.65, which
includes project management oversight by the City of Los Angeles. The County Flood Control
District will pays 10% of the total cost ($146,854.37), while the remaining $1,321,689.29 will be
shared by the other agencies based on the proportionate land area of each agency. The City of El
Segundo, at 3.44% of the Dominguez Channel watershed, is responsible for $45,451.32 along
with an additional 10% contingency ($4,545.13) for potential contribution of $49,996.45 toward
the development of the EWMP.
Staff recommends that City Council authorize the City Manager to sign a Memorandum of
Understanding, approved in form by the City Attorney, between the Cities of Los Angeles, El
Segundo, Hawthorne and Inglewood, the Los Angeles County Flood Control District and County
of Los Angeles for administration and cost sharing for development of the Enhanced Watershed
Management Program for the Dominguez Channel Watershed.
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Timeline for Developing the EWMPs
Staff anticipates the following timeline for developing the EWMPs for both watershed groups:
November, 2013 Finalize MOU Execution; EWMP Development Begins
December 2013 Executed MOUs submitted to the Regional Board
April, 2014 Draft EWMP Work Plan presentation to City Council
June 2014 Final Draft Work Plan submitted to the Regional Board for approval
May 2015 Final Draft EWMP presentation to City Council
June 2015 Final Draft EWMPs submitted to the Regional Board
April 2016 Anticipated approval of the EWMPs by the Regional Board and start of
EWMP implementation for both watersheds
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: October 15, 2013
AGENDA ITEM STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: New Business
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action regarding a request from Tree Musketeers to waive fees for the use of
City resources and staff time associated with their Make a Difference Day event on October 26, 2013.
(Fiscal Impact: $1079.45)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Deny the request from Tree Musketeers to waive fees for the use of City resources and staff time
associated with their Make a Difference Day event.
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Letter from Tree Musketeers
2. Make a Difference Day Event Site Plan
3. Estimated Fees for City Equipment
FISCAL IMPACT: $1079.45
Amount Budgeted: $0
Additional Appropriation: $450.00
Account Number(s): 001 - 400 -5102 -4103 ($420.00)
001 - 400 - 4202 -6214 ($30.00)
PREPARED BY: Jackie Day, Administrative Specialist `JO
REVIEWED BY: Bob Cummings, Director of Re eation and Parks
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND & DISCUSSION:
On October 26, 2013, Tree Musketeers is hosting Make a Difference Day, which includes pruning,
mulching, watering, and general clean up of the trees and median of the City of Los Angeles owned
property on Imperial Highway between Main Street and Hillcrest Street.
Tree Musketeers is planning to use Memory Row on Imperial Avenue to serve as a demonstration and
volunteer training area. Memory Row will also serve as a post clean-up picnic area, which will include
amplified music, food vendors, and games.
Tree Musketeers has completed and submitted the required City of El Segundo Special Event Use
Permit Application for the use of Memory Row and has requested the City to provide the following:
■ 5 Receptacles for recyclables ■ No parking posted for food truck
■ Portable sound system ■ Event coverage by El Segundo TV
■ 4 Tables ■ 5 Trash cans
■ 8 Chairs ■ 4 Canopies
■ Truck with flashing light to draw attention ■ Event posted on City website
to volunteers in the median
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Staffing cost for the event is $450.00 which includes $420.00 for delivery and pick -up of City property
and Parks staff to man the truck for the duration of the event and $30.00 for Public Works staff to
prepare and hang No Parking signs at the event location.
In addition, Tree Musketeers has requested a fee waiver for $135.00 for their Amplified Sound Permit.
While there is not an established fee structure for the use of City equipment, staff estimates the value of
the requested City property for this event to be $494.45.
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Bob Cummings
Director, Recreation & Parks
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We do not inherit the earth from our
ancestors, we borrow it from our
children. - Native American Proverb
It took 17 years and three generations of youth leaders to get
permission from the City of Los Angeles to plant "Trees to the Sea" in the
barren median of Imperial Highway. Acting with El Segundo Mayors Mike
Gordon and Eric Busch, TREE MUSKETEERS' young executives launched the
multi -year project with the understanding that the City of Los Angeles would
care for the trees. Through large community Arbor Day events between 2005
and 2008, more than 2,000 volunteers planted 500 Trees to the Sea.
Shortly before the first planting, the City of Los Angeles reneged on
the initial arrangement to maintain the Trees to the Sea, Stepped up
fundraising was successful in generating sufficient funds to install a recycled
water irrigation system and for TREE MUSKETEERS to provide three years of
maintenance for the trees. This funding ran out in 2010 and the great
recession has made all tree care donations far scarcer.
Funding limitations have necessitated that TREE MUSKETEERS scale
back its level of Trees to the Sea care. The focus has been on keeping trees
alive with long term health and aesthetics taking a distant backseat. As a
result, weeds and litter among the Trees to the Sea on Imperial Highway are
out of control. Monthly care days with a few volunteers are woefully
inadequate.
In response to this dilemma and public outcry, TREE MUSKETEERS will host
El Segundo's V Annual Make a Difference Day on Saturday, Oct 26, 2013. The
purpose is not to raise money, but simply to rally 100 or more volunteers to have fun
while caring for Trees to the Sea, Plans call for this to feel very different than Arbor
Day and to be accomplished without spending any money.
Staging: On Memory Row near Main St. (Set up 8- 9:30am)
Activity: Trees to the Sea cleanup competition between teams of volunteers
(Main - Hillcrest, 10am -Moon)
At noon: Music, games and a picnic in the park. People will either bring
lunch or get it from one of two vendors engaged, (Cleanup 1 -3pm)
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following assistance:
• 5 receptacles for recyclables
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• Portable sound system
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• 8 Chairs
• Truck with flashing light to draw attention to volunteers in the median
• No Parking posted for food truck
• Event coverage by Community Cable
• Event posted City website
Thank you in advance for investing in a project that will beautify a major entrance to El
Segundo, help combat global warming, and stimulate community involvement. We look forward
to a great event.
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: October 15, 2013
AGENDA ITEM STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: New Business
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action regarding: (1) waiving first reading and introducing
ordinances adopting the 2013 California Building Code (Volumes I and II), 2013 California Fire
Code, 2013 California Electrical Code, 2013 California Plumbing Code, 2013 California
Mechanical Code, 2013 California Energy Code, 2013 California Residential Code, 2013
California Green Building Standards Code, 1997 Uniform Housing Code, 1997 Uniform Code
for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, and Post Disaster Assessment Standards with
amendments. (Fiscal Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Recommendation to waive first reading and introduce ordinances adopting 2013
California Building (Volumes I and II), Fire, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical,
Energy, Residential, Green Building Standards Codes, 1997 Uniform Housing Code,
1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, and Post Disaster
Assessment Standards with amendments;
2. Set a public hearing for November 5, 2013; and /or
3. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Ordinance No._
with amendments
2.
Ordinance No.
3.
Ordinance No.
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Ordinance No.
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Ordinance No.
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Ordinance No.
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Ordinance No.
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Ordinance No.
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Ordinance No.
10. Ordinance No.
Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Buildings
11. Ordinance No.
Adopting 2013 - California Building Code, Volumes I and II
_Adopting 2013
— California Electrical Code
_Adopting 2013
— California Plumbing Code with amendments
_Adopting 2013 —
California Mechanical Code with amendments
Adopting 2013 —
California Fire Code with amendments
Adopting 2013 —
California Energy Code
_Adopting 2013 —
California Residential Code with amendments
_Adopting 2013 —
California Green Building Standards Code
_Adopting 1997 —
Uniform Housing Code
Adopting 1997 —
Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous
Adopting Post Disaster Assessment Standards
FISCAL IMPACT: N/A
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Randell Kina, Senior Plan Check Engineer;. ,
Olivia Ortiz; License Permit T ,ghnician II
James Carver, Fire Marshal
REVIEWED BY: Sam Lee, Director of Planning a d Building Safety
Kevin Smith, Fire Chief
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
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BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
Every three years the State's Health & Safety Code requires local governments to adopt the most
recent editions of the model codes related to construction. The construction codes include: the
Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Fire, Energy, Residential and Green Building codes. If
the City Council approves the Ordinances, then the most recent editions of the construction codes
with local amendments will be in effect with the City of El Segundo on January 1, 2014 as required
by State law.
I. Background
The State's Health & Safety Code (Section 17958) mandates that the California Building
Standards Commission adopt and publish the California Building Standards Code (Title 24
California Code of Regulations) every three (3) years and local governments are required to
enforce the State Code after 180 days of the code's publication by the state.
The following codes are proposed for adoption by reference with amendments. If adopted, these
codes will replace the prior editions of the model codes in the El Segundo Municipal Code Title
13.
• 2013 California Building Code
• 2013 California Electrical Code
• 2013 California Plumbing Code
• 2013 California Mechanical Code
• 2013 California Fire Code
• 2013 California Energy Code
• 2013 California Residential Code
• 2013 California Green Building Standards Code
Proposed Amendments to the State Model Codes
The State Building Standards Code provides the minimum construction standards. Under the
state law, local jurisdictions are permitted to make amendments to the State Code if there are
local conditions that make it reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or
topographical conditions. Both the Building & Safety Division and the Fire Department staff are
proposing amendments to the California Building, Residential and Fire Codes. The amendments
will affect construction of new buildings and additions to existing buildings and are not
retroactive to existing buildings. Staff is recommending amendments to the Building,
Residential and Fire codes be adopted to protect the welfare of the occupants and to ensure the
economic viability of the community.
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Why We Need Building and Residential Code Amendments
The City of El Segundo is within the greater Los Angeles region which is a densely populated
area having buildings and structures constructed over and near a vast array of fault systems
capable of producing major earthquakes, including but not limited to the 1994 Northridge
Earthquake which resulted in over 60 deaths, left more than 25,000 people homeless and caused
approximately $40 billion in economic loss. The amendments in the Building and Residential
codes were first adopted and have been in our codes since the 1997. The amendments emphasize
that the design concern is for seismic - force - resisting elements and therefore need to be
incorporated into the code to assure that new buildings and structures and additions or alterations
to existing buildings or structures are designed and constructed in accordance with the scope and
objectives of the most recent International Building Code and local geological conditions. These
amendments have been adopted by the Los Angeles Regional Uniform Code Program and have
been incorporated in many of the Los Angeles County cities.
Additionally, voluntary earthquake mitigation standards have been incorporated in the new
Building code. If adopted, building owners will have an option to use a city approved
earthquake mitigation methodology to seismically upgrade their older buildings to a nationally
recognized standard that will not only result in a more earthquake resistant building, but may
mean lower insurance rates for our residents and business owners.
Why We Need Fire Code Amendments
The fire code amendments continue requirements for mid -rise buildings from 4 stories to 75 feet
in height, existing fire department access, water supply and general fire safety requirements that
are not addressed in the 2013 California Fire Code. These amendments in the Fire Code were
first adopted and have been in our codes since the 1994. Also proposed this year are standards
for building emergency radio communications and rooftop obstructions; installing roof top
photovoltaic systems, roof gardens and landscaped roofs.
Justification of Local Amendments
The Building & Safety Division and the Fire Department are recommending that the above
changes and modifications be made to the respective Codes and are advising that amendments
are reasonably necessary due to local conditions in the City of El Segundo. Other modifications
are of an administrative or procedural nature and concern themselves with subjects that are not
covered by the Codes or are reasonably necessary to safeguard life and property within the City
of El Segundo.
II. Leal Review
The City Attorney has approved the Ordinances as to form.
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III. Recommendation
Staff recommends that the City Council waive the first reading and introduce ordinances
adopting the 2013 California Building Code (Volumes I and II), 2013 California Fire Code, 2013
California Electrical Code, 2013 California Plumbing Code, 2013 California Mechanical Code,
2013 California Energy Code, 2013 California Residential Code, 2013 California Green Building
Standards Code, 1997 Uniform Housing Code, 1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings, and Post Disaster Assessment Standards with amendments. Set a public
hearing date for November 5, 2013 and establish January 1, 2014 as the proposed ordinance
effective date.
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ATTACHMENT 1
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE INCORPORATING THE 2013 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE ( "CBC ") BY REFERENCE AND AMENDING THE
CBC BASED UPON LOCAL CLIMATIC, TOPOGRAPHIC, AND
GEOLOGICAL CONDITIONS.
The council of the city of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: FINDINGS. The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. In accord with Health & Safety Code Section 17958.7, it is in the public interest to
adopt the California Building Code ( "CBC ") with the changes set forth in this Ordinance.
B. Pursuant to the requirements of Health & Safety Code Section 17958.7, the City
Council finds that there are local geological conditions justifying the CBC amendments
set forth below.
The City of El Segundo and the greater Los Angeles region is a densely populated area
having buildings and structures constructed over and near a vast array of fault systems
capable of producing major earthquakes, including but not limited to the recent 1994
Northridge Earthquake. The proposed modification emphasize that the design concern is
for seismic-force-resisting elements and therefore need to be incorporated into the code
to assure that new buildings and structures and additions or alterations to existing
buildings or structures are designed and constructed in accordance with the scope and
objectives of the International Building Code. Experts predict a major earthquake in our
area within the next 50 years. This situation creates the need for both additional fire
protection measures and automatic on -site fire protection of building occupants since a
multitude of fires may result from breakage of gas and electric lines as a result of an
earthquake. After due consideration, the City Council finds and determines that due to
local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions, the structural and fire protection
amendments to the 2013 CBC are necessary to give buildings a reasonable degree of
structural integrity and fire life safety to help protect public health and safety in the event
of a seismic event;
Additional amendments have been made to Codes are hereby found to be either
administrative or procedural in nature or concern themselves with subjects not covered in
such Codes. The changes made include provisions making each of said Codes
compatible with other Codes enforced by the City.
C. The specific amendments of the CBC that fulfill this requirement are:
1. Amend CBC Section 105.2 Work exempt from permit
2. Amend CBC Section 105.3.2 Expiration of Plan Check
3. Amend CBC Section 105.5 Expiration of Permits
4. Add CBC section 109.7 Re- inspections
5. Amend CBC Section 113.3 Board of appeals
6. Add CBC section 1613.6 Building Separation
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7. Add CBC section 1613.7 Values for Vertical Combinations
8. Add CBC section 1613.8 Sub - diaphragm
9. Add CBC section 1613.10 Suspended Ceiling
10. Amend CBC section 1704.5 Structural Observation General
11. Amend CBC section 1704.5.1 Structural Observation Seismic
12. Amend CBC section 1705.3 Special Inspection - Concrete Construction
13. Amend CBC section 1705.3 Special Inspection - Anchors in Concrete
14. Amend CBC section 1705.11 Seismic Resistance Inspection
15. Amend CBC section 1711. 1.1 Joist Hangers
16. Amend CBC section 1711.1.2 Joist Hangers
17. Amend CBC section Chapter 35 ASTM reference standards
18. Amend CBC section 1807.1.4 Permanent Wood Foundation Systems
19. Amend CBC section 1807.1.6 Prescriptive Design of Foundation walls
20. Amend CBC section 1809.3 Stepped Footings
21. Amend CBC section 1809.7 and Table 1809.7 Prescriptive Footing for Light
Frame Construction
22. Amend CBC section 1809.12 Timber Footings
23. Amend CBC section 1810.3.2.4 Timber
24. Amend CBC section 1905.1.3 Wall Pier
25. Amend CBC section 1905.1.8 Minimum Reinforcement
26. Amend CBC section 1905.1. Reinforcement
27. Amend CBC section 2304.9.1 Fastener Requirements
28. Amend CBC section 2304.11.7 Wood Retaining Walls
29. Amend CBC section 2305.4 Quality of Nails
30. Amend CBC section 2305.5 Hold -down Connectors
31. Amend CBC section 2306.2 Wood -frame Diaphragms
32. Amend CBC section 2307.2 Wood -frame Shear Walls
33. Amend CBC section 2308.3.4 Brace Wall Line Support
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34. Amend CBC section 2308.9.3 Alternate Bracing
35. Amend CBC section 2308.12.4 Brace Wall Sheathing
36. Amend CBC section 2308.12.5 Attachment of Sheathing
37. Amend Appendix J section J 101 by adding a new section J 101.4 Protection of
Adjacent Properties
38. Amend Appendix J section J 101 by adding a new section J 101.4 Safety
Precautions
39. Amend Appendix J section J 101 by adding a new section J 101.5 Protection of
Utilities
40. Amend Appendix J section J 103.2 Exemptions item 1 and add 1 -A
D. At least one copy of the CBC was filed with the City Clerk of the City was available
for public inspection for at least fifteen (15) days preceding the date of the hearing
SECTION 2: El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") Section 13 -1 -1 is amended in its
entirety to read as follows:
CHAPTERI
BUILDING CODE
13-1-1: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2013 EDITION.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 50022.2, the California Building
Code, 2013 Edition, published at Title 24, Part 5, of the California Code of
Regulations, including Appendices F, H, I, and J ( "CBC') is adopted by
reference, subject to the amendments, additions and deletions set forth below.
One true copy of the CBC, is on file in the office of the Buildinn Official nnri is
available for public inspection as required by law."
SECTION 3: ESMC Section 13 -1 -2 is amended to the California Building Code
including the adopted appendices is hereby amended as follows:
"13 -1 -2: AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE:
Number 14 is added to Section 105.2 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC as follows:
Section 105.2 Work exempt from permit.
14. Block wall and concrete fences not over 3 ft 6 inches.
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Section 105.3.2 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 105.3.2 EXPIRATION OF PLAN CHECK.
An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been
abandoned 12 months after the date of filing and no permit shall be issued until the plans
are rechecked and approved and a new fee is paid.
EXCEPTION: The Building Official may grant extensions of time if a permit applicant
submits in writing sufficient evidence that unusual conditions or circumstances precluded
the securing of the permit within the allocated time.
Section 105.5 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 105.5 EXPIRATION OF PERMITS.
Every permit issued shall be valid for a period of three (3) years from the date thereof,
provided that any permit shall expire on the one hundred and eightieth (180) day from
date of issuance if the work permitted there under has not been commenced; or shall
expire whenever the Department determines the work authorized by any permit has been
suspended, discontinued or abandoned for a continuous period of 180 days.
EXCEPTION: The Building Official may grant extensions of time if a permit applicant
submits in writing sufficient evidence that unusual conditions or circumstances precluded
from the work being completed. An extension of time may require conditions of approval
and additional fees.
Section 109.7 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is hereby added to read as follows:
Section 109.7 Re- inspections.
A re- inspection fee in the amount set by the building official may be assessed for
each inspection or re- inspection when such portion of work for which inspection
is called is not complete or when corrections called are not made. This section is
not to be interpreted as requiring re- inspection fees the first time a job is rejected
for failure to comply with the requirements of this code, but as controlling the
practice of calling for inspections before the job is ready for such inspection or re-
inspection. Re- inspection fees may be assessed when the inspection record card
is not posted or otherwise available on the work site, the approved plans are not
readily available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date for
which inspection is requested, or for deviating from plans requiring the approval
of the building official. In instances where re- inspection fees have been assessed,
no additional inspection of the work will be performed until required fees have
been paid.
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Section 113.3 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is hereby amended to read as follows:
Section 113.3 Board of Appeals.
The board of appeals shall consist of members of the Planning Commission. The term of
a board of appeals member will coincide with the term of service as a Planning
Commissioner and will terminate should the member cease serving as a Planning
Commissioner. The building official is the secretary to the board. The board may adopt
reasonable rules and regulations for conducting its investigations and will render all its
decisions and findings on contested matters, in writing to the building official, with a
duplicate copy for any appellant or contestant affected by such decision or finding, and
may recommend to the city council appropriate new legislation.
Three members of the board constitute a quorum. The Planning Chairperson is the
board's chairperson and in the chairperson's absence the board will select a temporary
chairperson.
The city will assess a $250.00 charge, or a higher amount set by resolution, at the time
that an appellant file appeal of any order, decisions, or determination made by the
building official relative to the application and interpretation of this code. The filing fee is
refundable should the appellant prevail in a decision by the board. The appeal must be
taken by filing a written notice of appeal, in letterform, to the board of appeals. The
board's decision constitutes the city's final decision.
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Sections 1693.6 of Division Il of Chapter 1 of the CBC is added to read as follows:
1613.6 ASCE 7,12.12.3
Modify ASCE 7 Equation 12.12 -1 of Section 12.12.3 to read as follows:
81%1 = � d max (12.12 -1)
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Section 1613.7 of Division I I of Chapter 1 of the CSC is added to read as follows:
1813.7 ASCE 7,12.2.3.1, Exception 3.
Modify ASCE 7 Section 12.2.3.1 Exception 3 to read as follows:
3. Detached one- and two- family dwellings up to two stories in height of light frame
construction.
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Section 1613.6 of Division it of Chapter 1 of the CBC is added to read as follows:
1513.8 ASCE 7 12.11.2.2.3 Wood Diaphragms.
In wood diaphragms, the continuous ties shall be in addition to the diaphragm sheathing.
Anchorage shall not be accomplished by use of toe nails or nails subject to withdrawal
nor shall wood ledgers or framing be used in cross -grain bending or cross -grain tension.
The diaphragm sheathing shall not be considered effective as providing ties or struts
required by this section.
For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F, wood diaphragms
supporting concrete or masonry walls shall comply with the following:
1. The spacing of continuous ties shall not exceed 40 feet Added chords of
diaphragms may be used to form subdiaphragms to transmit the anchorage forces to the
main continuous crossties.
2. The maximum diaphragm shear used to determine the depth of the
subdiaphragm shall not exceed 75% of the maximum diaphragm shear_
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Section 1613.10 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is added to read as follows:
1613.10 Suspended Ceilings.
Minimum design and installation standards for suspended ceilings shall be determined in
accordance with the requirements of Section 2506.2.1 of this Code and this section.
1613.10.1 Scope. This part contains special requirements for suspended ceilings and
lighting systems. Provisions of Section 13.5.6 of ASCE 7 -10 shall apply except as
modified herein.
1613.10.2 General. The suspended ceilings and lighting systems shall be limited to 6
feet (1828 mm) below the structural deck unless the lateral bracing is designed by a
licensed engineer or architect.
1613.10.3 Sprinkler Heads. All sprinkler heads (drops) except fire- resistance -rated
floor /ceiling or roof /ceiling assemblies, shall be designed to allow for free movement of
the sprinkler pipes with oversize rings, sleeves or adaptors through the ceiling tile.
Sprinkler heads and other penetrations shall have a 2 in. (50mm) oversize ring, sleeve, or
adapter through the ceiling tile to allow for free movement of at least 1 in. (25mm) in all
horizontal directions. Alternatively, a swing joint that can accommodate 1 in. (25 mm) of
ceiling movement in all horizontal directions is permitted to be provided at the top of the
sprinkler head extension.
Sprinkler heads penetrating fire - resistance -rated floor /ceiling or roof /ceiling assemblies
shall comply with Section 714 of this Code.
1613.10.4 Special Requirements for Means of Egress. Suspended ceiling assemblies
located along means of egress serving an occupant load of 30 or more shall comply with
the following provisions.
1613.10.4.1 General. Ceiling suspension systems shall be connected and braced with
vertical hangers attached directly to the structural deck along the means of egress
serving an occupant load of 30 or more and at lobbies accessory to Group A
Occupancies. Spacing of vertical hangers shall not exceed 2 feet (610 mm) on center
along the entire length of the suspended ceiling assembly located along the means of
egress or at the lobby.
1v11.A" Assembil DeviCe. AI l I panels shall be secured 1 uc suspension
. lay -h u w I
ceiling assembly with two hold -down clips minimum for each tile within a_ 4 -foot (1219
mm) radius of the exit lights and exit signs.
1613.10.4.3 Emergency Systems. Independent supports and braces shall be provided
for light fixtures required for exit illumination. Power supply for exit illumination shall
comply with the requirements of Section 1006.3 of this Code.
1613.10.4.4 Supports for Appendage. Separate support from the structural deck shall
be provided for all appendages such as light fixtures, air diffusers, exit signs, and similar
elements.
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Section 1704.5 of Division 11 of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1704.5 Structural Observations.
Where required by the provisions of Section 1704.5.1 or 1704.5.2, the owner shall
employ a structural observer to perform structural observations as defined in Section
1702. The structural observer shall be one of the following individuals_
1. The registered design professional responsible for the structural design, or
2. A registered design professional designated by the registered design professional
responsible for the structural design.
Prior to the commencement of observations, the structural observer shall submit to the
building official a written statement identifying the frequency and extent of structural
observations.
The owner or owner's representative shall coordinate and call a preconstruction meeting
between the structural observer, contractors, affected subcontractors and special
inspectors. The structural observer shall preside over the meeting. The purpose of the
meeting shall be to identify the major structural elements and connections that affect the
vertical and lateral load resisting systems of the structure and to review scheduling of the
required observations. A record of the meeting shall be included in the report submitted
to the building official.
Observed deficiencies shall be reported in writing to the owner or owner's representative,
special inspector, contractor and the building official. Upon the form prescribed by the
building official, the structural observer shall submit to the building official a written
statement at each significant construction stage stating that the site visits have been
made and identifying any reported deficiencies which, to the best of the structural
observer's knowledge, have not been resolved. A final report by the structural observer
which states that all observed deficiencies have been resolved is required before
acceptance of the work by the building official.
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Section 1704.5.1 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1704.5.1 Structural observations for seismic resistance.
Structural observations shall be provided for those structures assigned to Seismic Design
Category D, E or F, where one or more of the following conditions exist:
1. The structure is classified as Risk Category III or IV in accordance with Table 1604.5.
2. The height of the structure is greater than 75 feet (22880 mm) above the base.
3. The structure is classified as Risk Category I or II in accordance with Table 1604.5,
and a lateral design is required for the structure or portion thereof.
Exception: One -story wood framed Group R -3 and Group U Occupancies less than
2,000 square feet in area, provided the adjacent grade is not steeper than 1 unit vertical
in 10 units horizontal (10% sloped), assigned to Seismic Design Category D.
4. When so designated by the registered design professional responsible for the
structural design.
5. When such observation is specifically required by the building official.
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Section 1705.3 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1705.3 Concrete Construction.
The special inspections and verifications for concrete construction shall be as required by
this section and Table 1705.3.
Exceptions: Special inspection shall not be required for:
1. Isolated spread concrete footings of buildings three stories or less above grade plane
that are fully supported on earth or rock, where the structural design of the footing is
based on a specified compressive strength, fc, no greater than 2,500 pounds per square
inch (psi) (17.2 Mpa) regardless of the compressive strength specified in the construction
documents or used in the footing construction.
2. Continuous concrete footings supporting walls of buildings three stories or less in
height that are fully supported on earth or rock where:
2.1. The footings support walls of light -frame construction;
2.2. The footings are designed in accordance with Table 1805.4.2; or
2.3. The structural design of the footing is based on a specified compressive
strength, fc, no greater than 2,500 pounds per square inch (psi) (17.2 Mpa),
regardless of the compressive strength specified in the construction documents
or used in the footing construction.
3. Nonstructural concrete slabs supported directly on the ground, including prestressed
slabs on grade, where the effective prestress in the concrete is less than 150 psi (1.03
Mpa).
4. Concrete patios, driveways and sidewalks; on grade.
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Table 1705.3 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
TABLE 1705.3
REQUIRED VERIFICATION AND INSPECTION OF CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION
VERIFICATION AND
INSPECTION
CONTINOUS
PERIODIC
I REFERENCE
STANDARDe
IBC
REFERENCE_
3. Inspection of anchors cast in
concrete where allowable loads
X
ACI 318: D.9.2
1908.5,
have been increased or where
strength design is used.
4. Inspection of anchors post-
_
installed in hardened concrete
membersb'
ACI 318:D.9.2.4
a. Adhesive anchors
installed in horizontally
_
or upwardly inclined
X
orientations to resist
ACI 318: 0.9.2
sustained tension
X
loads.
-
b. Mechanical anchors
and adhesive anchors
not defined in 4.a.
b. Specific requirements for special inspection shall be included in the research report for the anchor issued by an
approved source in accordance with ACI 355.2 D.9.2 in ACI 318, or other qualification procedures. Where specific
requirements are not provided, special inspection requirements shall be specked by the registered design professional
and shall be approved by the building official prior to the commencement of the work.
(Portions of fable not shown remain unchanged.)
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Exception 3 of Section 1705.11 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as
follows:
1705.11 Special inspections for seismic resistance.
Special inspections itemized in Sections 1705.11.1 through 1705.11.8, unless exempted by
the exceptions of Section 1704.2, are required for the following:
1. The seismic force- resisting systems in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category
C, D, E or F in accordance with Sections 1705.11.1 through 1705.11.3, as applicable.
2. Designated seismic systems in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E
or F in accordance with Section 1705.11.4.
3. Architectural, mechanical and electrical components in accordance with Sections
1705.11.5 and 1705.11.6.
4. Storage racks in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F in
accordance with Section 1705.11.7.
5. Seismic isolation systems in accordance with Section 1705.11.8.
Exception: Special inspections itemized in Sections 1705.11.1 through 1705.11.8 are not
required for structures designed and constructed in accordance with one of the following:
1. The structure consists of light -frame construction; the design spectral response
acceleration at short periods, SDS, as determined in Section 1613.3.4, does not
exceed 0.5; and the building height of the structure does not exceed 35 feet (10 668
mm)
2. The seismic force- resisting system of the structure consists of reinforced masonry or
reinforced concrete; the design spectral response acceleration at short periods, SDs,
as determined in Section 1613.3.4, does not exceed 0.5; and the building height of
the structure does not exceed 25 feet (7620 mm)
The structure is a detached one- or two- family dwelling not exceeding two stories
above grade plane, is not assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F and does
not have any of the following horizontal or vertical irregularities in accordance with
Section 12.3 of ASCE 7:
3.1 Torsional or extreme torsional irregularity.
3.2 Nonparallel systems irregularity.
3.3 Stiffness -soft story or stiffness-extreme soft story irregularity.
3.4 Discontinuity in lateral strength -weak story irregularity.
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Section 1711. 1.1 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1711.1.1 General.
The vertical load- bearing capacity, torsional moment capacity and deflection characteristics
of joist hangers shall be determined in accordance with ASTM D 1761 and ASTM D 7147
as specified below using lumber having a specific gravity of 0.49 or greater, but not greater
than 0.55, as determined in accordance with AF &PA NDS for the joist and headers.
Exception: The joist length shall not be required to exceed 24 inches (610 mm).
Section 1711.1.2 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1711.1.2 Vertical load capacity for joist hangers.
The vertical load- bearing capacity for the joist hanger shall be determined by testing a
minimum of three joist hanger assemblies as specified in ASTM D 1761 or ASTM D 7147. If
the ultimate vertical load for any one of the tests varies more than 20 percent from the
average ultimate vertical load, at least three additional tests shall be conducted, The
allowable vertical load- bearing of the joist hanger shall be the lowest value determined from
the following:
1. The lowest ultimate vertical load for a single hanger from any test divided by
three (where three tests are conducted and each ultimate vertical load does not vary more
than 20 percent from the average ultimate vertical load).
2. The average ultimate vertical load for a single hanger from all tests divided by
three (where six or more tests are conducted).
3. The average from all tests of the vertical loads that produce a vertical movement
of the joist with respect to the header of 118 inch (3.2 mm).
4. The sum of the allowable design loads for nails or other fasteners utilized to
secure the joist hanger to the wood members and allowable bearing loads that contribute to
the capacity of the hanger.
5. The allowable design load for the wood members forming the connection.
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Chapter 35 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
Amend the Reference Standards in Chapter 35 for ASTM as follows:
1 D 1761 - 88(2000) F1
Test Method for Mechanical Fasteners in Wood
1711.1.1
1711.1.2
1711.1.3
D 7147 -05
Standard Specification for Testing and Establishing
1711.1.1
Allowable Loads of Joist Hangers
1711.1.2
Section 1807.1.4 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1807.1.4 Permanent wood foundation systems.
Permanent wood foundation systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with
AF &PA PWF. Lumber and plywood shall be treated in accordance with AWPA U1
(Commodity Specification A, Use Category 4B and Section 5.2) and shall be identified in
accordance with Section 2303.1.8.1. Permanent wood foundation systems shall not be
used for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
Section 1807.1.6 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1807.1.6 Prescriptive design of concrete and masonry foundation walls.
Concrete and masonry foundation walls that are laterally supported at the top and bottom
shall be permitted to be designed and constructed in accordance with this section.
Prescriptive design of foundation walls shall not be used for structures assigned to Seismic
Design Category D, E or F.
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Section 1809.3 of Division 11 of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1809.3 Stepped footings.
The top surface of footings shall be level. The bottom surface of footings shall be permitted
to have a slope not exceeding one unit vertical in 10 units horizontal (10- percent slope).
Footings shall be stepped where it is necessary to change the elevation of the top surface
of the footing or where the surface of the ground slopes more than one unit vertical in 10
units horizontal (10- percent slope).
For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F, the stepping requirement
shall also apply to the top surface of grade beams supporting walls. Footings shall be
reinforced with four No. 4 rebar. Two bars shall be place at the top and bottom of the
footings as shown in Figure 1809.3.
RECONSIM: a> b
b S M
MIN. 2 -94 REAR (TOP & DM OM)
STEPPED FOU111MATIONS
FIGURE 1809.3
STEPPED FOOTING
(nT.)
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Section 1809.7 and Table 1809.7 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC are amended to read as
follows:
1809.7 Prescriptive footings for light -frame construction.
Where a specific design is not provided, concrete or masonry-unit footings supporting walls
of light -frame construction shall be permitted to be designed in accordance with Table
1809.7. Prescriptive footings in Table 1809.7 shall not exceed one story above grade plane
for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
TABLE 1809.7
PRESCRIPTIVE FOOTINGS SUPPORTING WALLS OF
LIGHT -FRAME CONSTRUCTION a, b, c, d, a
NUMBER OF FLOORS SUPPORTED
BY THE FOOTING r
WIDTH OF FOOTING
(inches)
THICKNESS OF
FOOTING (inches)
- 2 v !�
12
15
6
6
3
18
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For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm
a. Depth of footings shall be in accordance with Section 1809.4.
b. The ground under the floor shall be permitted to be excavated to the elevation of the top of the footing.
c. Not Adooted.
d. See Section 1908 for additional requirements for concrete footings of structures assigned to Seismic Design
Category C, D, E or F.
e. For thickness of foundation walls, see Section 1807.1.6.
f. Footings shall be permitted to support a roof addition to the stipulated number of floors. Footings supporting
roof only shall be as required for supporting one floor.
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Section 1809,12 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1809.12 Timber footings.
Timber footings shall be permitted for buildings of Type V construction and as otherwise
approved by the building official. Such footings shall be treated in accordance with AWPA
U1 (Commodity Specification A, Use Category 4B). Treated timbers are not required where
placed entirely below permanent water level, or where used as capping for wood piles that
project above the water level over submerged or marsh lands. The compressive stresses
perpendicular to grain in untreated timber footing supported upon treated piles shall not
exceed 70 percent of the allowable stresses for the species and grade of timber as
specified in the AF &PA NDS. Timber footings shall not be used in structures assigned to
Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
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Section 1810.3.2.4 of Division 11 of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1890.3.2.4 Timber.
Timber deep foundation elements shall be designed as piles or poles in accordance with
AF &PA NDS, Round timber elements shall conform to ASTM D 25. Sawn timber elements
shall conform to DOC PS -20. Timber shall not be used in structures assigned to Seismic
Design Category D, E or F.
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Section 1905.1.3 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1905.1.3 ACI 318, Section 21.4.
Modify ACI 318, Section 21.4, by renumbering Section 21.4.3 to become 21.4.4 and adding new
Sections 21.4.3, 21.4.5, 21.4.6 and 21.4.7 to read as follows:
21.4.3 — Connections that are designed to yield shall be capable of maintaining 80 percent of
their design strength at the deformation induced by the design displacement or shall use
Type 2 mechanical splices.
21.4.4 — Elements of the connection that are not designed to yield shall develop at least 1.5
Sr
21.4.5 —in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F, intermediate precast
wall panels and wall piers shall be designed in accordance with Section 21.9 or 21.13.
21.4.6 — Wall piers not designed as part of a moment frame in buildings assigned to Seismic
Design Category C shall have transverse reinforcement designed to resist the shear forces
determined from 21.3.3. Spacing of transverse reinforcement shall not exceed 8 inches (203
mm). Transverse reinforcement shall be extended beyond the pier clear height for at least 12
inches (305 mm).
Exceptions:
1. Wall piers that satisfy 21.13.
2. Wall piers along a wall line within a story where other shear wall segments
provide lateral support to the wall piers and such segments have a total stiffness
of at least six times the sum of the stiffnesses of all the wall piers.
21.4.7 — Wall segments with a horizontal length -to- thickness ratio less than 2.5 shall be
designed as columns.
Section 1905.1.8 of Division 11 of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
1905.1.8 ACI 318, Section 22.10.
Delete ACI 318, Section 22. 10, and replace with the following:
22.10 — Plain concrete in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F,
22.10.1 — Structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F shall not have
elements of structural plain concrete, except as follows:
(a) Isolated footings of plain concrete supporting pedestals or columns are permitted,
provided the projection of the footing beyond the face of the supported member does
not exceed the footing thickness.
(c) Plain concrete footings supporting wafts are permitted provided the footings have at
least two continuous longitudinal reinforcing bars. Bars shall not be smaller than No.
4 and shall have a total area of not less than 0.002 times the gross cross- sectional
area of the footing. A minimum of one bar shall be provided at the top and bottom of
the footing. Continuity of reinforcement shall be provided at corners and
intersections.
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Section 1905.1 of Division 11 of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended and Sections 1905.1.10 thru
1905.1.12 are added to Chapter 19 of Division 11 of Chapter 1 of the CBC to read as follows:
1905.1 General.
The text of ACI 318 shall be modified as indicated in Sections 1905.1.1 through 1905.1.12.
1905.1.10 ACI 318, Section 21.6.4.
Modify ACI 318, Section 21.6.4, by adding Section 21.6.4.8 and 12.6.4.9 as follows:
21.6.4.8 Where the calculated point of contraflexure is not within the middle half of the
member clear height, provide transverse reinforcement as specked in ACI 318 Sections
21.6.4.1, Items (a) through (c), over the full height of the member.
21.6.4.9 — At any section where the design strength, rpP,,, of the column is less than the sum
of the shears Ve computed in accordance with ACl 318 Sections 21.5.4.1 and 21.6.5.1 for all
the beams framing into the column above the level under consideration, transverse
reinforcement as specified in ACI 318 Sections 21.6.4.1 through 21.6.4.3 shall be provided.
For beams framing into opposite sides of the column, the moment components are permitted
to be assumed to be of opposite sign. For the determination of the design strength, (PP, of
the column, these moments are permitted to be assumed to result from the deformation of
the frame in any one principal axis.
1905.1.11 ACi 318, Section 21.9.4,
Modify ACI 318, Section 21.9.4, by adding Section 21.9.4.6 as follows:
21.9.4.6 — Walls and portions of walls with P„ > 0.35P,, shall not be considered to contribute
to the calculated shear strength of the structure for resisting earthquake - induced forces. Such
walls shall conform to the requirements of AC1318 Section 21.13,
1905.1,12 ACI 318, Section 21.11.6.
Modify ACI 318, by adding Section 21.11.6.1 as follows:
21.11.6.1 Collector and boundary elements in topping slabs placed over precast floor and
roof elements shall not be less than 3 inches (76 mm) or 6 db in thickness, where db is the
diameter of the largest reinforcement in the topping slab.
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Section 2304.9.1 of Division li of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
2304.9.1 Fastener requirements.
Connections for wood members shall be designed in accordance with the appropriate
methodology in Section 2301,2. The number and size of fasteners connecting woad
members shall not be less than that set forth in Table 2304.9.1,-Staple fasteners in Table
2304.9.1 shall not be used to resist or transfer seismic forces in structures assigned to
Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
Exception: Staples may be used to resist or transfer seismic forces when the allowable
shear values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the building official.
Section 2304.11.7 of Division li of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
2304.11.7 Wood used in retaining walls and cribs.
Wood installed in retaining or crib walls shall be preservative treated in accordance with
AWPA 1.11 (Commodity Specifications A or F) for soil and fresh water use. Wood shall not be
used in retaining or crib walls for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
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Section 2305.4 of Division 11 of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
2305.4 Quality of Nails.
In Seismic Design Category D, E or F, mechanically driven nails used in wood structural
panel shear walls shall meet the same dimensions as that required for hand- driven nails,
including diameter, minimum length and minimum head diameter. Clipped head or box nails
are not permitted in new construction. The allowable design value for clipped head nails in
existing construction may be taken at no more than the nail- head -area ratio of that of the
same size hand - driven nails.
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Section 2305.5 of Division 11 of Chapter 1 of the CBC is added to Chapter 23 to read as follows:
2305,5 Hold -down connectors.
In Seismic Design Category D, E or P, hold -down connectors shall be designed to resist
shear wall overturning moments using approved cyclic load values or 75 percent of the
allowable seismic load values that do not consider cyclic loading of the product. Connector
bolts into wood framing shall require steel plate washers on the past on the opposite side of
the anchorage device. Plate size shall be a minimum of 0.229 inch by 3 inches by 3 inches
(5.82 mm by 76 mm by 76 mm) in size. Hold -down connectors shall be tightened to finger
tight plus one half (1 /2) wrench turn just prior to covering the wall framing.
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Section 2306.2 of Division 11 of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
2306.2 Wood -frame diaphragms.
Wood -frame diaphragms shall be designed and constructed in accordance with AF &PA
SDPWS. Where panels are fastened to framing members with staples, requirements and
limitations of AF &PA SDPWS shall be met and the allowable shear values set forth in Table
2306.2(1) or 2306.2(2) shall only be permitted for structures assigned to Seismic Design
Category A, B, or C.
Exception: Allowable shear values where panels are fastened to framing members with
staples may be used if such values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the
building official.
The allowable shear values in Tables 2306.2(1) and 2306.2(2) are permitted to be
increased 40 percent for wind design.
Exception: [DSA -SS, DSA -SS /CC and OSHPD 1, 2 &41 Wood structural panel
diaphragms using staples as fasteners are not permitted by DSA and OSHPD.
Wood structural panel diaphragms used to resist seismic forces in structures assigned to
Seismic Design Category D, E or F shall be applied directly to the framing members.
Exception: Wood structural panel diaphragms are permitted to be fastened over solid
lumber planking or laminated decking, provided the panel joints and lumber planking or
laminated decking joints do not coincide.
Section 2306.3 of Division 11 of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended and Section 2307.2 is added to
read as follows:
2306.3 Wood -frame shear walls.
Wood -frame shear walls shall be designed and constructed in accordance with AF &PA
SDPWS. For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F, application of
Tables 4.3A and 4.313 of AF &PA SDPWS shall include the following:
1. Wood structural panel thickness for shear wails shall not be less than 318 inch
thick and studs shall not be spaced at more than 16 inches on center,
2. The maximum nominal unit shear capacities for 3/8 inch wood structural _panels
resisting seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F is 400
pounds per linear foot (plf).
Exception: Other nominal unit shear capacities may be permitted if such values are
substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the building official.
3. Where shear design values using allow stress design (ASD) exceed 350 plf or
load and resistance factor design (LRFD) exceed 500 plf, all framing members receiving
edge nailing from abutting panels shall not be less than a single 3 -inch nominal member, or
two 2 -inch nominal members fastened together in accordance with Section 2306.1 to transfer
the design shear value between framing members. Wood structural panel joint and sill plate
nailing shall be staggered at all panel edges. See Section 4.3.6.1 and 4.3.6.4.3 of AF &PA
SDPWS for sill plate size and anchorage requirements.
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4. Nails shall be placed not less than 112 inch in from the panel edges and not less
than 3/8 inch from the edge of the connecting members for shear greater than 350 plf using
ASD or 500 pif using LRFD. Nails shall be placed not less than 318 inch from panel edges
and not less than 1/4 inch from the edge of the connecting members for shears of 350 pif or
less using ASD or 500 plf or less using LRFD.
5. Table 4.313 application is not allowed for structures assigned to Seismic Design
Category D, E, or F.
For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, application of Table 4.3C of
AF &PA SDPWS shall not be used below the top level in a multi -level building for structures.
Where panels are fastened to framing members with staples, requirements and
limitations of AF &PA SDPWS shall be met and the allowable shear values set forth in Table
2306.3(1), 2306.3(2) or 2306.3(3) shall only be permitted for structures assigned to Seismic
Design Category A, B, or C.
Exception: Allowable shear values where panels are fastened to framing members with
staples may be used if such values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the
building official.
The allowable shear values in Tables 2306.3(1) and 2306.3(2) are permitted to be
increased 40 percent for wind design. Panels complying with ANSI/APA PRP -210 shall be
permitted to use design values for Plywood Siding in the AF &PA SDPWS.
Exception: [DSA -SS 7DSA -SS /CC and OSHPD 1, 2 84] Wood structural panel shear
walls using staples as fasteners are not permitted by DSA and OSHPD.
2307.2 Wood -frame shear walls. Wood -frame shear walls shall be designed and
constructed in accordance with Section 2306.3 as applicable.
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Section 2308.3.4 of Chapter 23 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as
follows:
2308.3.4 Braced wall line support.
Braced wall tines shall be supported by continuous foundations.
Exception: For structures with a maximum plan dimension not over 50 feet (15240 mm),
continuous foundations are required at exterior walls only for structures assigned to Seismic
Design Category A, B, or C.
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Section 2308.9.3.1, Section 2308.9.3.2 and Figure 2308.9.3.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California
Building Code are amended to read as follow:
2308.9.3.1 Alternative bracing.
Any bracing required by Section 2308.9.3 is permitted to be replaced by the following:
1. In one -story buildings, each panel shall have a length of not less than 2 feet 8 inches
(813 mm) and a height of not more than 10 feet (3048 mm). Each panel shall be
sheathed on one face with 3/8- inch - minimum - thickness (9.5 mm) wood structural panel
sheathing nailed with 8d common or galvanized box nails in accordance with Table
2304.9.1 and blocked at wood structural panel edges. For structures assigned to Seismic
Design Category D or E, each panel shall be sheathed on one face with 15 /32 -inch-
minimum- thickness (11.9 mm) wood structural panel sheathing nailed with 8d common
nails spaced 3 inches on panel edges, 3 inches at intermediate supports. Two anchor
bolts installed in accordance with Section 2308.6 shall be provided in each panel. Anchor
bolts shall be placed at each panel outside quarter points. Each panel end stud shall
have a tie -down device fastened to the foundation, capable of providing an approved
uplift capacity of not less than 1,800 pounds (8006 N). The tie -down device shall be
installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. The panels shall be
supported directly on a foundation or on floor framing supported directly on a foundation
that is continuous across the entire length of the braced wall line. This foundation shall be
reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top and bottom.
Where the continuous foundation is required to have a depth greater than 12 inches (305
mm), a minimum 12 -inch by 12 -inch (305 mm by 305 mm) continuous footing or turned
down slab edge is permitted at door openings in the braced wall line. This continuous
footing or turned down slab edge shall be reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top
and bottom. This reinforcement shall be lapped 15 inches (381 mm) with the
reinforcement required in the continuous foundation located directly under the braced
wall line.
2. In the first story of two -story buildings, each wall panel shall be braced in accordance with
Section 2308.9.3.1, Item 1, except that the wood structural panel sheathing shall be
provided on both faces, three anchor bolts shall be placed at one - quarter points, and tie -
down device uplift capacity shall not be less than 3,000 pounds (13 344 N).
2308.9.3.2 Alternate bracing wall panel adjacent to a door or window opening.
Any bracing required by Section 2308.9.3 is permitted to be replaced by the following
when used adjacent to a door or window opening with a full- length header:
In one -story buildings, each panel shall have a length of not less than 16 inches (406
mm) and a height of not more than 10 feet (3048 mm). Each panel shall be sheathed on
one face with a single layer of 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) minimum thickness wood structural
panel sheathing nailed with 8d common or galvanized box nails in accordance with
Figure 2308.9.3.2. For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D or E, each
panel shall be sheathed on one face with 15/32- inch - minimum- thickness (11.9 mm) wood
structural panel sheathing nailed with 8d common nails spaced 3 inches on panel edges,
3 inches at intermediate supports and in accordance with Figure 2308.9.3.2. The wood
structural panel sheathing shall extend up over the solid sawn or glued - laminated header
and shall be nailed in accordance with Figure 2308.9.3.2. A built -up header consisting of
at least two 2 x 12s and fastened in accordance with Item 24 of Table 2304.9.1 shall be
permitted to be used. A spacer, if used, shall be placed on the side of the built -up beam
opposite the wood structural panel sheathing. The header shall extend between the
inside faces of the first full- length outer studs of each panel. The clear span of the header
between the inner studs of each panel shall be not less than 6 feet (1829 mm) and not
more than 18 feet (5486 mm) in length. A strap with an uplift capacity of not less than
1,000 pounds (4,400 N) shall fasten the header to the inner studs opposite the sheathing.
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One anchor bolt not less than 518 inch (15.9 mm) diameter and installed in accordance
with Section 2308.6 shall be provided in the center of each sill plate. The studs at each
end of the panel shall have a tie -down device fastened to the foundation with an uplift
capacity of not less than 4,200 pounds (18 480 N).
Where a panel is located on one side of the opening, the header shall extend between
the inside face of the first full- length stud of the panel and the bearing studs at the other
end of the opening. A strap with an uplift capacity of not less than 1,000 pounds (4400 N)
shall fasten the header to the bearing studs. The bearing studs shall also have a tie -down
device fastened to the foundation with an uplift capacity of not less than 1,000 pounds
(4400 N).
The tie -down devices shall be an embedded strap type, installed in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommendations. The panels shall be supported directly on a foundation
that is continuous across the entire length of the braced wall line. This foundation shalt be
reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top and bottom.
Where the continuous foundation is required to have a depth greater than 12 inches (305
mm), a minimum 12 -inch by 12 -inch (305 mm by 305 mm) continuous footing or turned
down slab edge is permitted at door openings in the braced wall line. This continuous
footing or turned down slab edge shall be reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top
and bottom. This reinforcement shall be lapped not less than 15 inches (381 mm) with
the reinforcement required in the continuous foundation located directly under the braced
wall line.
2. In the first story of two -story buildings, each wall panel shall be braced in accordance with
Item 1 above, except that each panel shall have a length of not less than 24 inches (610
mm).
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Table 2308.12.4 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
TABLE 2308.12.4
WALL BRACING IN SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORIES D AND E
Winimum Percentane of Wall Bracina per each Braced Wall Line "I
CONDITION
SHEATHING TYPE
Sns < 0.50
0.50 5Sos< 0.75
0.75:5 SD &5 1.00
S os > 1.00
One Story
G -P`
43
59
75
100
S Wd
21
32
37
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For SI; 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 toot = 304.8 mm.
a. Minimum length of panel bracing of one face of the wall for S -W sheathing shall be at least 4`-0" long or both faces of
the wall for G -P sheathing shall be at least 8' -0" long; h/w ratio shall not exceed 2:1. For S -W panel bracing of the
same material on two faces of the wall, the minimum length is permitted to be one -half the tabulated value but the
h/w ratio shall not exceed 2:1 and design for uplift is required. The 2:1 h/w ratio limitation does not apply to alternate
braced wall panels constructed in accordance with Section 2308.9.3.1 or 2308.9.3.2. Wall framing to which
sheathing used for bracing is applied shall be nominal 2 inch wide (actual 11/2 inch (38 mm)] or larger members and
spaced a maximum of 16 inches on center. Braced wall panel construction types shall not be mixed within a braced
wall line.
b. G -P = gypsum board, portland cement plaster or gypsum sheathing boards; S -W = wood structural panels
C. Nailing as specified below shall occur at all panel edges at studs, at top and bottom plates and, where occurring, at
blocking:
For 1/2 -inch gypsum board, 5d (0.113 inch diameter) cooler nails at 7 inches on center,
For 5/8 -inch gypsum board, No 11 gage (0.120 inch diameter) cooler nails at 7 inches on center;
For gypsum sheathing board, 1 -3/4 inches long by 7/16 -inch head, diamond point galvanized nails at 4 Inches on
center;
For gypsum lath, No. 13 gage (0.092 inch) by 1 -118 inches long, 19/64 -inch head, plasterboard at 5 inches on center;
For Portland cement plaster, No. 11 gage (0.120 inch) by 1'/2 inches long, 7116- inch head at 6 inches on center;
d. S -W sheathing shall be a minimum of 15/32" thick nailed with 8d common placed 318 inches from panel edges and
spaced not more than 6 inches on center and 12 inches on center along intermediate framing members.
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Section 2308.12.5 of Division 11 of Chapter 1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
2308.12.5 Attachment of sheathing.
Fastening of braced wall panel sheathing shall not be less than that prescribed in Table
2308.12.4 or 2304.9.1. Wall sheathing shall not be attached to framing members by
adhesives. Staple fasteners in Table 2304.9.1 shall not be used to resist or transfer seismic
forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.
Exception: Staples may be used to resist or transfer seismic forces when the allowable
shear values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the building official.
All braced wall panels shall extend to the roof sheathing and shall be attached to parallel roof
rafters or blocking above with framing clips (18 gauge minimum) spaced at maximum 24
inches (6096 mm) on center with four 8d nails per leg (total eight 8d nails per clip). Braced
wall panels shall be laterally braced at each top corner and at maximum 24 inches (6096
mm) intervals along the top plate of discontinuous vertical framing.
Amend Appendix J section J 101 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC by adding a new section J
101.3 Protection of Adjacent Properties that reads as follows:
J 101.3 Protection of Adjacent Properties
The owner and permittee of any property on which grading has been performed and that
requires a grading permit is responsible for the prevention of damage to adjacent property
and no person shall excavate on land sufficiently close to the property line to endanger any
adjoining public street, sidewalk, alley, or other public or private property without supporting
and protecting such property from settling, cracking or other damage that might result.
Special precautions approved by the building official shall be made to prevent imported or
exported materials from being deposited on the adjacent public way and /or drainage courses.
A 30 day excavation notice shall be provided as required by California Civil Code Section
829 -834 when the excavation is of sufficient depth and proximity to adjacent lot structures.
Amend Appendix J section J 101 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC by adding a new section
J101.4 Safety Precautions that reads as follows:
J101.4 Safety Precautions
1. General
a) If at anv stage of work on an excavation or fill, the building official determines that
the work has become or is likely to become dangerous to any person, or is likely
to endanger any property, public or private, the building official shall be
authorized to require safety precautions to be immediately taken by the property
owner as a condition to continuing such permitted work or to require cessation
thereof forthwith unless and until it is made safe and to amend the plans for such
work.
b) Safety precautions may include, but shall not be limited to, specifying a flatter
exposed slope or construction of additional drainage facilities, berms, terracing,
compaction, cribbing, retaining walls or buttress fills, slough walls, desilting
basins, check dams, benching, wire mesh and guniting, rock fences, revetments
or diversion walls.
c) Upon the determination of the building official that such safety precautions during
grading are necessary, the building official shall provide a notice and order to the
permittee to implement same. After receiving such notice, oral or written, it is
unlawful for the permittee or any person to proceed with such work contrary to
such order.
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2. Removal of Ground Cover
a) The existing vegetative ground cover of any watershed in any hillside area
shall not be destroyed, removed or damaged except for routine maintenance
pursuant to lawful grading, use or occupancy of the property or to clear
hazardous vegetation near structures and roads in areas designated as High
Fire Hazard areas
b) Whenever ground cover is removed or damaged pursuant to a validly issued
grading permit, the permittee shall restore and maintain the affected area
with an approved ground cover, or shall accomplish such other erosion
control protection measures as may be approved by the building official,
Such erosion control shall be completed within thirty days after cessation of
the grading work or other work pursuant to a validly issued building permit.
3. Maintenance of Protective Devices
All devices used to protect hillside areas from erosion or landslide damage including,
but not limited to, retaining wails, cribbing, terracing, surface and subsurface
drainage structures, interceptor drains, check dams, and riprap shall be maintained in
good condition and repair as approved by the building official at the time of
completion of construction thereof.
Amend Appendix J section J 101 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the CBC by adding a new section
J101.5 Protection of Utilities that reads as follows:
J101.5 Protection of Utilities
The owner and permittee of any property on which grading has been performed and that
requires a grading permit shall be responsible for the prevention of damage to any public
utilities or services.
Amend Appendix J section J 103.2 Exemptions item 1 and add 1 -A to read as follows:
J 103.2 Exemptions item 1 and 1 -A
1. An excavation which (a) is less than 2 feet (610 mm) in depth, or (b) which does not
create a cut slope greater than 5 feet (1524 mm) in height and steeper than one unit
vertical in fwn units horizontal (5Q percent slope'. This exception shall not apply to null
which exceeds 50 cubic yards (38.3 m3) or which changes the existing drainage pattern.
A. Fill that is less than one foot (305 mm) in depth and placed on natural terrain with a
slope flatter than one unit vertical in 10 units horizontal (10 percent slope). This exception
shall not apply when the fill exceeds 50 cubic yards (38.3 m3) or when the fill changes
the existing drainage pattern.
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Appendix V — Voluntary Retrofit Standards are added to the CBC as follows-
APPENDIX V — SECTION V101 - VOLUNTARY EARTHQUAKE HAZARD
REDUCTION IN
EXISTING TILT -UP CONCRETE WALL BUILDINGS
SECTION V101. PURPOSE.
The purpose of this Chapter is to promote public safety and welfare by reducing the risk
of death or injury that may result from the effects of earthquakes on tilt -up concrete wall
buildings designed under the building codes in effect prior to January 1, 1976.
The provisions of this Chapter are minimum voluntary standards for structural seismic
resistance established primarily to reduce the risk of life loss or injury on both subject
and adjacent properties and will not necessarily prevent loss of life or injury or prevent
earthquake damage to an existing building which complies with these standards. This
Chapter provides systematic procedures and standards for identification and
classification of tilt -up concrete wall building based on the current use of the building.
SECTION V102. SCOPE.
The provisions of this Chapter shall apply to all buildings designed under building codes
in effect prior to January 1, 1976, which, on the effective date of this Chapter have tilt -up
concrete walls as defined herein.
SECTION V103. DEFINITIONS.
For purposes of this Chapter, the applicable definitions in Chapter 16, Chapter 19,
Chapter 23 and Chapter 11 of ASCE 7, and the following shall apply:
COMMENCED CONSTRUCTION. Construction pursuant to a valid building permit has
progressed to the point that one of the called inspections as required by the Department
has been made and the work for which the inspection has been called has been judged
by the Department to be substantial and has been approved by the Department.
DEPARTMENT. The Division of Building and Safety.
ESSENTIAL BUILDING. For purposes of this Chapter, any building housing a hospital
or other medical fac.ility having sugary nr emergenc treatment areas, fire nr —I;--
stations, municipal government disaster operations, and communication centers.
TILT -UP CONCRETE WALL. A form of precast concrete panel construction either cast
in the horizontal position at the site and after curing, lifted and moved into place in a
vertical position, or cast off -site in a fabricator's shop.
SECTION V104. RATING CLASSIFICATIONS.
The rating classification as exhibited in Table No. V1 -A is hereby established and each
building within the scope of this Chapter shall be placed in one rating classification by
the Department. The total occupant load as determined by Section 1004.1 for the entire
building plus the occupant load of any adjacent building, which interconnects with the
subject building or uses the subject building for exiting purposes, shall be used to
determine the rating classification.
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SECTION V105. ANALYSIS AND DESIGN.
For the purpose of this section, "anchorage system(s)" shall mean all structural
elements, which supports the wall in the lateral direction, including wall anchorage and
continuity tie (cross -tie) connectors in subdiaphragms and main diaphragms for retrofit
and repairs.
V105.1. Wall Panel Anchorage. Concrete walls shall be anchored to all floors and roofs
which provide lateral support for the wall. The anchorage shall provide a positive direct
connection between the wall and floor or roof construction capable of resisting a
horizontal force equal to 30 percent of the tributary wall weight for all buildings, and 45
percent of the tributary wall weight for essential buildings, or a minimum force of 250
pounds per linear foot of wall, whichever is greater. The required anchorage shall be
based on the tributary wall panel assuming simple supports at floors and roof.
V105.2. Special Requirements for Wall Anchors and Continuity Ties. The steel
elements of the wall anchorage systems and continuity ties shall be designed by the
allowable stress design method using a load factor of 1.7. The 113 stress increase
permitted by Chapter 12 of ASCE 7 shall not be permitted for materials using allowable
stress design methods. The strength design specified in Chapter 19, using a load factor
of 2.0 in lieu of 1.4 for earthquake loading, shall be used for design of embedments in
concrete. Wall anchors shall be provided to resist out -of -plane forces, independent of
existing shear anchors.
EXCEPTION: Existing cast -in -place shear anchors may be used as wall anchors
if the tie element can be readily attached to the anchors and if the engineer or
architect can establish tension values for the existing anchors through the use of
approved as -built plans or testing, and through analysis showing that the bolts
are capable of resisting the total shear load while being acted upon by the
maximum tension force due to earthquake
Expansion anchors are not allowed. Attaching the edge of plywood sheathing to
steel ledgers is not considered as complying with the positive anchoring
requirements of the Code; and attaching the edge of steel decks to steel ledgers
is not considered as providing the positive anchorage of this Code unless testing
andior analysis are performed, which establish shear values for the attachment
perpendicular to the edge of the deck.
V105.3. Development of Anchor Loads into the Diaphragm. Development of anchor
loads into roof and floor diaphragms shall comply with Chapter 12 of ASCE 7.
EXCEPTION: If continuously tied girders are present, then the maximum spacing
of the continuity ties is the greater of the girder spacing or 24 feet (7315 mm). In
wood diaphragms, anchorage shall not be accomplished by use of toe nails or
nails subject to withdrawal, nor shall wood ledgers, top plates or framing be used
in cross -grain bending or cross -grain tension. The continuous ties required by
Chapter 12 of ASCE 7 shall be in addition to the diaphragm sheathing. Lengths
of development of anchor loads in wood diaphragms shall be based on existing
field nailing of the sheathing unless existing edge nailing is positively identified on
the original construction plans or at the site.
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At reentrant corners, continuity collectors may be required for existing return
walls not designed as shear walls, to develop into the diaphragm a force equal to
the lesser of the rocking or shear capacity of the return wall, or the tributary
shear, but not exceeding the capacity of the diaphragm. Shear anchors for the
return wall shall be commensurate with the collector force. if a truss or beam,
other than rafters or purlins, is supported by the return wall or by a column
integral with the return wall, an independent secondary column, is required to
support the roof or floor members whenever rocking or shear capacity of the
return wall is governing. Seismic deflection shall be determined at the return
walls, and fins /canopies at entrances, to ensure deflection compatibility with the
diaphragm, by either seismically isolating the element or attaching the element
and integrating its load into the diaphragm.
V105.4. Anchorage at Pilasters. Anchorage of pilasters shall be designed for the
tributary wall anchoring load per Section V105.1 of this Code, considering the wall as a
two -way slab. The edge of the two -way slab shall be considered "fixed" when there is
continuity at pilasters, and considered "pinned" at roof or floor levels. The pilasters or
the walls immediately adjacent to the pilasters shall be anchored directly to the roof
framing such that the existing vertical anchor bolts at the top of the pilasters are by-
passed without causing tension or shear failure at the top of the pilasters.
EXCEPTION: If existing vertical anchor bolts at the top of the pilasters are used
for the anchorage, then additional exterior confinement shall be provided. The
minimum anchorage at a floor or roof between the pilasters shall be that
specified in Section V105.1 of this Code.
V105.5. Symmetry. Symmetry of connectors in the anchorage system is required.
Eccentricity may be allowed when it can be shown that all components of forces are
positively resisted and justified by calculations or tests.
V105.6. Minimum Roof Member Size. Wood members used to develop anchorage
forces to the diaphragm must be at least 3x for new construction and replacement. All
such members must be checked for gravity and earthquake as part of the wall
anchorage system. For existing buildings, the member check shall be without the 1/3
stress -increase per Section V108.2.
V105.7. Combination of Anchor Types. To repair and retrofit existing buildings, a
combination of different anchor types of different behavior or stiffness shall not be
permitted. The capacity of the new and existing connectors cannot be added.
V105.8. Prohibited Anchors. Usage of connectors that were bent and /or stretched from
the intended use shall be prohibited.
V105.9. Crack and Damage Repairs, Evaluation of Existing Structural Alterations.
The engineer shall report any observed structural conditions and structural damage that
have imminent life safety effects on the buildings and recommend repairs. Evaluations
and repairs shall be reviewed and approved by the Department. The engineer shall also
evaluate the effects of alterations such as openings cut in existing wall panels without a
permit, that may present immediate life safety hazard and correct when necessary.
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V105.10. Miscellaneous. Existing mezzanines relying on the tilt -up walls for vertical
and /or lateral support shall be anchored to the walls for the tributary mezzanine load.
Walls depending on the mezzanine for lateral support shall be anchored per Sections
V105.1, V105.2 and V105.3.
EXCEPTION: Existing mezzanines that have independent lateral and vertical
support need not be anchored to the walls. Existing interior masonry or concrete
walls not designed as shear walls, that extend to the floor above or to the roof
diaphragm shall also be anchored for out-of-plane forces per Sections V105.1,
V105.2 and V105.3 of this Code. In the in -plane direction, the walls may be
isolated or shall be developed into the diaphragm for a lateral force equal to the
lesser of the rocking or shear capacity of the wall, or the tributary shear but not
exceeding the diaphragm capacity.
SECTION V110. INFORMATION REQUIRED ON PLANS.
V110.1. General. In addition to the seismic analysis required elsewhere in this Chapter,
the licensed engineer or architect responsible for the seismic analysis of the building
shall record the information required by this section on the approved plans.
V110.2. Information Required. The plans shall accurately reflect the results of the
engineering investigation and design and show all pertinent dimensions and sizes for
plan review and construction. The following shall be provided:
1. Floor plans and roof plans shall show existing framing construction, diaphragm
construction, proposed wall anchors,
cross -ties and collectors. Existing nailing, anchors, ties and collectors shall also be
shown on the plans if these are part of the design, and these structural elements need to
be verified in the field. -
2. At elevations where there are alterations or damage, details shall show roof and floor
heights, dimensions of openings, location and extent of existing damage, and proposed
repair.
3. Typical wall panel sections with panel thickness, height, location of anchors shall be
provided.
+. Dctail3 shall iriciiide existing and new anchors anti the �rietnoca of ci�veio�rrient cif
anchor forces into the diaphragm
framing; existing and /or new cross -ties; existing and /or new or improved support of roof
and floor girders at pilasters or
walls.
V110.3. Engineer's or Architect's Statement.
The responsible engineer or architect shall state on the approved plans, the following:
1. 1 am responsible for this building's seismic strengthening design in compliance with
the minimum seismic resistance standards of Appendix V Section V105 of the California
Building Code. and when applicable:
2. The Registered Deputy Inspector, required as a condition of the use of structural
design stresses requiring continuous inspection, will be responsible to me as required by
Chapter 17 of the EI Segundo Building Code.
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SECTION V111. REQUIRED BUILDING MAINTENANCE.
Every building within the scope of this Chapter which has been analyzed to demonstrate
compliance or structurally altered to comply with the minimum earthquake standards in
this Chapter shall be maintained in conformity with the requirements of this Chapter in
effect at the time of such analysis or structural alteration.
TABLE NO. V1 -A
RATING CLASSIFICATIONS
Classification Occupant Load
Essential N/A
Group 1 300 or more
Group 11 100 to 299
Group 11150 to 99
Group IV Less than 50
Appendix V- Cripple Wall is hereby added to the CBC to read as follows:
CHAPTER V — SECTION V201 - VOLUNTARY EARTHQUAKE HAZARD REDUCTION
IN
EXISTING WOOD FRAME RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS WITH WEAK CRIPPLE
WALLS AND UNBOLTED SILL PLATES
SECTION V201. GENERAL.
V201.1. Purpose.
The provisions of this Chapter are intended to promote public safety and welfare by
reducing the risk of earthquake - induced damage to existing wood - framed residential
buildings. The voluntary minimum standards contained in this Chapter shall substantially
improve the seismic performance of these residential buildings but will not necessarily
prevent all earthquake damage. When fully followed, these standards will strengthen the
portion of the structure that is most vulnerable to earthquake damage.
Prior to 1960, most wood frame residential buildings were built with raised wood floors
supported by short wood stud walls known as cripple walls. These cripple walls are
typically braced with weak seismic materials such as portland cement plaster or
horizontal wood siding. In addition, wood frame buildings built under building codes in
effect prior to July 1938 were not required to be bolted to their foundations. Recent
earthquakes have shown that if a building has weak cripple walls or is unbolted, it may
fall off its foundation even in moderate earthquakes. Fallen buildings have collapsed,
caught fire or needed extensive repairs to restore their occupancy.
This Chapter sets prescriptive standards for strengthening of underfloor enclosures that
shall be permitted by the Building Official without requiring plans or calculations
prepared by an architect or an engineer. This Chapter also provides a design standard
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for the use of alternate materials or an alternate method of construction in lieu of the
prescriptive standards. Construction documents for strengthening using alternate
materials or methods shall be prepared by an architect or engineer.
V201.2. Scope. The provisions of this Chapter may be applied to light wood frame
Group R Occupancies with no more than four dwelling units when they contain one or
more of the structural weaknesses specified in Section V203.1.
The provisions of this Chapter do not apply to the buildings or elements of the buildings,
listed below. These buildings or elements require analysis by an engineer or architect in
accordance with Chapter 16 or other approved standards to determine appropriate
strengthening.
1. Buildings with a lateral force resisting system using poles or columns embedded in the
ground.
2. Cripple walls that exceed four feet (1234 mm) in height.
3. Buildings exceeding three stories in height and any three -story building with cripple
wall studs exceeding 14 inches (360 mm) in height.
4. Buildings, or portions of buildings, constructed on a concrete slab on grade or
constructed on or into a slope steeper than three horizontal to one vertical.
5. Buildings where the Building Official determines that conditions exist that are beyond
the scope of the
requirements of this Chapter. The standard details approved by the Building Official and
these prescriptive provisions are not intended to be the only acceptable strengthening
methods permitted. Alternate details and methods shall be permitted when approved by
the Building Official.
V201.3. Alternative Design Procedures. When analysis by an engineer or architect is
required or provided for a building within the scope of this Chapter, that analysis shall be
in accordance with all requirements of this Code except as provided in this Chapter. The
design shall provide strengthening for any structural weakness listed in Section V203
that is at least equivalent to that provided by the prescriptive requirements of this
Chapter with respect to strength, deflection, and capacity. The Building Official may
require that sufficient evidence be submitted to substantiate that equivalence. The base
shear may be determined in accordance with the following:
V = 0.1375 W (V2 -1)
Where:
V = The total design lateral force or shear at the base.
W = The total seismic dead load defined in Chapter 12 of ASCE 7
SECTION V202. DEFINITIONS.
For the purpose of this Chapter, in addition to the applicable definitions, symbols and
notations in this Code, certain additional terms are defined as follows:
ADHESIVE ANCHOR is a fastener placed in hardened concrete or masonry that derives
its holding strength from a chemical adhesive compound placed between the wall of the
hole and the embedded portion of the anchor.
ANCHOR SIDE PLATE is a metal plate or plates used to connect a sill plate to the side
of a concrete or masonry stem wall.
CRIPPLE WALL is a wood - framed stud wall extending from the top of the foundation to
the underside of the lowest floor framing.
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EXPANSION ANCHOR is a mechanical fastener placed in hardened concrete or
assembled masonry, designed to expand in a self - drilled or pre - drilled hole of a specified
size and engage the sides of the hole in one or more locations to develop shear and /or
tension resistance to applied loads without grout, adhesive or drypack.
PERIMETER FOUNDATION is a foundation system which is located under the exterior
walls of a building.
SNUG -TIGHT is as tight as an individual can torque a nut on a bolt by hand using a
wrench with a 10 -inch (254 mm) long handle and the point at which the full surface of the
plate washer is contacting the wood member and slightly indents the wood surface.
UNREINFORCED MASONRY includes adobe, burned clay, concrete or sand -lime brick,
hollow clay or concrete block, hollow clay tile, rubble, cut stone and unburned clay
masonry walls in which the area of reinforcement is less than 50 percent of the minimum
steel ratios required for reinforced masonry.
SECTION V203. STRUCTURAL WEAKNESSES.
V203.1. General. For the purpose of this Chapter, structural weaknesses shall be as
specified below.
1. Sill plates or floor framing which are supported directly on the ground without an
approved foundation system.
2. A perimeter foundation system which is constructed of wood posts supported on
isolated pad footings.
3. Perimeter foundation systems that are not continuous.
EXCEPTIONS:
A. Existing single -story exterior walls not exceeding 10 feet (3084 mm) in length
forming an extension of boor area beyond the line of an exiS"Ll g continuous
perimeter foundation.
B. Porches, storage rooms and similar spaces not containing fuel- burning
appliances.
4. A perimeter foundation system which is constructed of unreinforced masonry.
5. Sill plates which are not connected to the foundation or are connected with less than
what is required by Section V204.3.1.
6. Cripple walls that are not braced in accordance with the requirements of Section
V204.4 and Table V2 -A.
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SECTION V204. STRENGTHENING REQUIREMENTS.
V204.1. General.
V204.1.1. Scope. The structural weaknesses noted in Section V203 shall be
strengthened in accordance with the requirements of this section. Strengthening work
shall be allowed to include both new construction and alteration of existing construction.
Except as provided here, all strengthening work and materials shall comply with the
applicable provisions of this Code. All prescribe nailing in this Chapter shall be common
nails. Alternate methods of strengthening shall be allowed provided the systems are
designed by an engineer or architect and approved by the Building Official,
V204.1.2. Condition of Existing Wood Materials. All existing wood materials which will
be a part of the strengthening work shall be in a sound condition and free from defects
which substantially reduce the capacity of the member. Any wood material found to
contain fungus infection shall be removed and replaced with new material. Any wood
material found to be infested with insects or to have been infested shall be strengthened
or replaced with new materials to provide a net dimension of sound wood at least equal
to its undamaged original dimension.
V204.1.3. Floor Joists Not Parallel to Foundations. Floor joists framed perpendicular
or at an angle to perimeter foundations shall be restrained by either a nominal two -inch
(51 mm) wide continuous rim joist or a nominal two -inch (51 mm) wide full depth
blocking between alternate joists in one- and two -story buildings, and between each joist
in three -story buildings. Blocking for multistory buildings must occur at each joist space
above a braced cripple wall panel. Existing connections at the top edge of an existing
rim joist or blocking need not be verified. The bottom edge connection to either the
foundation sill plate or top plate of a cripple wall shall be verified unless a supplemental
connection is provided. The minimum existing bottom edge connection shall consist of
8d toe nails spaced six inches (152 mm) apart for a continuous rim joist or three 8d toe
nails per block. When this minimum bottom edge connection is not present, or is not
verified, a supplemental connection shall be provided.
When an existing continuous rim joist or the minimum existing blocking does not occur,
new 1 -1 /8 inch (2 \/ mm) wnnrl structural qal panel blocking ing4allcd ±igh4ly F+efiricen floor
joists and nailed with 10d common nails at four inches on center to the sill or wall top
plate shall be provided at the inside face of the cripple wall. In lieu of 1 -1/8 inch (29 mm)
wood structural panel blocking, tight fitting, full or near full depth two inches nominal
width (51 mm) lumber blocking shall be allowed provided it does not split during
installation. New blocking is not required where it will interfere with vents or plumbing
which penetrates
the wall.
V204.1.4. Floor Joists Parallel to Foundations. Where existing floor joists are parallel
to the perimeter foundations, the end joist shall be located over the foundation and,
except for required ventilation openings, shall be continuous and in continuous contact
with any existing foundation sill plate or top plate of the cripple wall. Existing connections
at the top edge connection of the end joist need not be verified; however, the bottom
edge connection to either the foundation sill plate or the top plate of a cripple wall shall
be verified unless a supplemental connection is provided. The minimum bottom edge
connection shall be 8d toe nails spaced six inches (152 mm) apart. If this minimum
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bottom edge connection is not present or is not verified, a supplemental connection shall
be provided.
V204.1.6. Supplemental Connections. Supplemental connections shall provide
sufficient strength to transfer the seismic forces.
Framing anchors of minimum 18 gauge steel and 12 approved fasteners may be
considered to meet this requirement when spaced
32 inches (813 mm) on center for one story buildings, 24 inches (610 mm) on center for
two story buildings and 16 inches (406
mm) on center for three story buildings.
EXCEPTION: A supplemental connection is not required when:
1. The structural wood panel sheathing extends from the sill plate to the rim joist or
blocking above.
2. The floor sheathing is nailed directly into the sill or top plate of the cripple wall.
V204.1.6. Single Top Plate Ties. When a single top plate exists in the cripple wall, all
end joints in the top plate shall be tied. Ties shall be connected to each end of the
discontinuous top plate and shall be equal to one of the following:
1. 3 -inch by 6 -inch (76 mm by 152 mm) by 0.036- inch -thick (0.9 mm) galvanized steel
and nailed with six 8d nails at each end.
2.1-1/2 inches (38 mm) by 12 -inch (305 mm) by 0.058 inches (1.47 mm) galvanized
steel nailed with six 16d nails at each end.
3. 2 -inch by 4 -inch by 12 -inch wood blocking nailed with six 16d nails at each end.
V204.2. Foundations.
V204.2.1. New Perimeter Foundations. New perimeter foundations shall be provided
for structures with the structural weaknesses noted in Items 1 and 2 of Section V203.1.
Soil investigations or geotechnical studies are not required for this work unless the
building shows signs of excessive settlement or creep.
V204.2.2. Foundation Evaluation by Engineer or Architect. Partial perimeter
foundations or unreinforced masonry foundations shall be evaluated by an engineer or
architect for the force levels noted in Formula (V2 -1). Test reports or other substantiating
data to determine existing foundation material strengths shall be submitted for review.
When approved by the Building Official, these foundation systems may be strengthened
in accordance with the recommendations included
with the evaluation in lieu of being replaced.
EXCEPTION: In lieu of testing existing foundations to determine material strengths and
when approved by the Building Official, a new nonperimeter foundation system,
designed for the forces noted in Formula (V2 -1), may be used to resist all exterior wall
lateral forces.
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V204.2.3. Details for New Perimeter Foundations. All new perimeter foundations shall
be continuous and constructed according to the standards for new buildings.
EXCEPTIONS:
1. When approved by the Building Official, the existing clearance between existing floor
joists or girders and existing grade below the floor need not comply with Chapter 23.
This exception shall not be permitted when buildings are relocated on new foundations.
2. When approved by the Building Official, and when designed by an engineer or
architect, partial perimeter foundations may be used in lieu of a continuous perimeter
foundation.
V204.3. Foundation Sill Plate Anchorage.
V204.3.1. Existing Perimeter Foundations. When the building has an existing
continuous perimeter foundation, all perimeter wall sill plates shall be connected to the
foundation in accordance with Table V2 -A and this section. Anchors shall be installed
with the plate washer installed between the nut and the sill plate. The nut shall be
tightened to a snugtight condition after curing is complete for adhesive anchors and after
expansion wedge engagement for expansion anchors. The installation of nuts on all
anchors shall be subject to verification by the Building Official. Torque testing shall be
performed for 25 percent of all adhesive or expansion anchors. Minimum test values
shall be 30 foot pounds (41 N -m) for 112 -inch (12.7 mm) and 40 foot pounds (55 N -m) for
5/8 -inch (15.9 mm) diameter anchors.
Anchor side plates shall be permitted when conditions prevent anchor installation
vertically through the sill plate. Anchor side plates shall be spaced as required for
adhesive or expansion anchors but only one anchor side plate is required on individual
pieces of sill plate less than 32 inches (813 mm) in length. Wood structural panel shims
shall be used on sill plates for single plate anchor side plates when the foundation stem
wall is from 3/16 inch (4.8 mm) to 314 inch (19 mm) wider than the sill plate.
The shim length shall extend a minimum of two inches ( 50.8 mm) past each end of the
anchor side plate. Two plate anchor side plates shall be used when the total thickness of
the required shim exceeds 3/4 inch (19 mm), All anchor side plates, which use Ian or
wood screws shall pre -drill the sill plate to prevent splitting as required by Section
2304.9. Lag or wood screws shall be installed in the center of the thickness of the
existing sill plate. Expansion anchors shall not be used in unreinforced masonry or
concrete or masonry grout of poor quality. Adhesive anchors shall be required when
expansion anchors will not tighten to the required torque or their installation causes
surface cracking of the foundation wall.
V204.3.2. Placement of Anchors. Anchors shall be placed within 12 inches (305 mm),
but not less than nine inches (229 mm), from the ends of sill plates and shall be placed
near the center of the stud space closest to the required spacing. New sill plates may be
installed in pieces when necessary because of existing conditions. The minimum length
of new sill plate pieces shall be 30 inches (762 mm).
EXCEPTION: Where physical obstructions such as fireplaces, plumbing or heating ducts
interfere with the placement of an anchor, the anchor shall be placed as close to the
obstruction as possible, but not less than nine inches (229 mm) from the end of the
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plate. Center -to- center spacing of the anchors shall be reduced as necessary to provide
the minimum total number of anchors required based on the full length of the wall.
Center -to- center spacing shall not be less than 12 inches (305 mm).
V204.3.3. New Perimeter Foundations. Sill plates for new perimeter foundations shall
be anchored as required by Chapter 18,
V204.4. Cripple Wall Bracing.
V204.4.1. General.
Exterior cripple walls, not exceeding four feet (1219 mm) in height shall use the
prescriptive bracing method listed below. Cripple walls more than four feet (1219 mm) in
height require analysis by an engineer or architect in accordance with Chapter 16.
V204.4.1.1. Sheathing Requirements.
Wood structural panel sheathing shall not be less than 15/32 -inch (12 mm) thick. When
used, plywood panels shall be constructed of five or more plies. All wood structural
panels shall be nailed with 8d common nails spaced four inches (102 mm) on center at
all edges and at 12 inches (305 mm) on center at each intermediate support with not
less than two nails for each stud. Nails shall be driven so that their head or crown is flush
with the surface of the sheathing and shall penetrate the supporting member a minimum
of 1 -1/2 inch (38 mm). When a nail fractures the surface, it shall be left in place and not
counted as part of the required nailing. A new 8d nail shall be located within two inches
(51 mm) of the discounted nail and hand driven flush with the sheathing surface.
EXCEPTION: No. 6 X 1 -1/2 inch (38 mm) wood screws may be used for sheathing
nailing when bracing materials are installed on the interior face of studs and cement
plaster or other brittle finishes are on the exterior of the sheathed wall. All horizontal
joints must occur over nominal two -inch by four -inch (51 mm by 102 mm) blocking
installed with the nominal four -inch (102 mm) dimension against the face of the plywood.
All vertical joints must occur over studs. Vertical joints at adjoining pieces of wood
structural panels shall be centered on existing studs such that there is a minimum 1/8
inch (3.2 mm) between the panels. Nails shall be placed a minimum of 1/2 inch (12.7
mm) from the edges of the existing stud. When such edge distance cannot be
maintained because of the width of the existing stud, a new stud shall be added adjacent
to the existing and connected with 16d common nails at eight inches (206 mm) on
center. A minimum of three such nails shall be provided.
V204.4.2. Distribution and Amount of Bracing.
See Table V2 -A for the distribution and amount of bracing required. Bracing for a
building with three or more floor levels above cripple wall studs exceeding 14 inches
(356 mm) in height must be designed in accordance with Chapter 16.
The braced panel must be at least two times the height of the cripple stud wall but not
less than 48 inches (1219 mm) in width. All panels along a wall shall be nearly equal in
length and shall be nearly equally spaced along the length of the wall. Braced panels at
ends of walls shall be located as near the end as possible.
Where physical obstructions such as fireplaces, plumbing or heating ducts interfere with
the placement of cripple wall bracing, the bracing shall then be placed as close to the
obstruction as possible. The total amount of bracing required shall not be reduced
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because of obstructions but the required length of bracing need not exceed the length of
the wall.
Underfloor ventilation openings shall be maintained in accordance with Chapter 12.
Braced panels may include underfloor ventilation openings when the height of the solid
portion of the panel meets or 75 percent of the height of the cripple stud wall. When the
minimum amount of bracing prescribed in Table V2 -A cannot be installed due to
obstructions along any wall, the bracing must be designed by an architect or engineer in
accordance with Chapter 23.
V204.4.3. Stud Space Ventilation. When bracing materials are installed on the interior
face of studs forming an enclosed space between the new bracing and existing exterior
finish, each braced stud space must be ventilated. Adequate ventilation and access for
future inspection shall be provided by drilling on two -inch to three -inch (51 mm to 76
mm) diameter round hole through the sheathing nearly centered between each stud at
the top and bottom of the cripple wall. Such holes should be spaced a minimum of one -
inch (25 mm) clear from the sill or top plates. In stud spaces containing sill bolts, the hole
shall be located on the center line of the sill bolt but not closer than one -inch (25 mm)
clear from the nailing edge of the sheathing.
When existing blocking occurs within the stud space, additional ventilation holes shall be
placed above and below the blocking or the existing block shall be removed and a new
nominal two -inch (51 mm) by four -inch (102 mm) block installed with the nominal four -
inch (102 mm) dimension against the face of the plywood. For stud heights less than 18
inches (457 mm) only one
ventilation hole need be provided.
V204.4.4. Existing Underfloor Ventilation. Existing underfloor ventilation shall not be
reduced without providing equivalent new ventilation as close to the existing as possible.
New sheathing may be installed around existing vent openings in braced panels when
the length of the panel is increased a distance equal to the length of the vent opening or
one stud space minimum.
EXCEPTION: For residential buildings with a post and pier foundation system where a
new continuous perimeter foundation system is being installer) ventilation shall be
provided in accordance with this Code.
SECTION V205. QUALITY CONTROL.
V205.1. Inspection by the Department. All work shall be subject to inspection by the
Building Official including, but not limited to:
1. Placement and installation of new adhesive or expansion anchors or anchor side
plates installed in existing foundations.
2. Placement of required blocking and framing anchors.
3. Installation and nailing of new cripple wall bracing.
The torque testing of sill plate anchors per Section V204.3.1 shall be performed by the
building inspector.
V205.2. Special Inspection.
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Special inspection is not required for sill plate anchors installed in existing foundations
regulated by the provisions of this Chapter. Any work may be subject to special
inspection when required by the Building Official or when so designated by the architect
or engineer of record.
V205.3. Structural Observation.
Structural observation is not required for work done under the prescriptive provisions of
this Chapter. When construction documents for strengthening are prepared by an
architect or engineer and alternate materials or methods are used, structural observation
shall be provided as required in Chapter 17.
V205.4. Engineer's or Architect's Statement.
When an alternative design is provided per Section V201.3, the responsible engineer or
architect shall place the following statement on the approved plans:
1. "1 am responsible for this building's seismic strengthening design for the underfloor
cripple walls and sill bolting in compliance with the minimum seismic resistance
standards of Appendix Chapter V201 of the Building Code." or when applicable:
2. "The Registered Deputy inspector, required as a condition of the use of structural
design stresses requiring continuous inspection, will be responsible to me as required by
Chapter 17 of the El Segundo Building Code."
TABLE V2 -A
SILL PLATE ANCHORAGE AND CRIPPLE WALL BRACING 1,2,3
Number of Stories above Cripple Walls Minimum Sill Plate Connection
and Maximum Spacing Amount of Wall Bracing
One Story Adhesive or expansion anchors shall be 1/2 -inch (12.7 mm) minimum
diameter spaced at six feet (1829 mm) maximum center to center. Each end and not
less than 50% of the wall length. Two Story Adhesive or expansion anchors shall be
1/2 -inch (12.7 mm) minimum diameter spaced at four feet (1219 mm) maximum center
to center; or 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) spaced at six feet maximum center to center. Each end
and not less than 70% of the wall length. Three Story Adhesive or expansion anchors
shall be 1/2- inch minimum (12.7 mm) diameter spaced at two feet eight inches (813
mm) maximum center to center; or 518 -inch minimum (15.9 mm) diameter spaced at four
feet (1219 mm) maximum center to center. 100% of the wall length. 1. Plate washers for
use with adhesive or expansion anchors shall be two -inch (51 mm) by two- inch (51 mm)
by 3/16 -inch (4.8 mm) for 1/2 -inch (127 mm) diameter anchors and 2 -1/2 -inch (64 mm)
by 2 -1/2 -inch (64 mm) by 1/4 -inch (6 mm) for 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) diameter anchors. 2.
Existing sill plate anchor bolts shall be permitted to provide all or a portion of the sill plate
connection requirement if:
a. the anchor bolt is cast in concrete and in sound condition, and:
b, the diameter size and maximum spacing meets or exceeds the requirements of Table
V2 -A, and:
c. a new plate washer conforming to footnote 1 is installed, and:
d. the sill plate is connected to a snug tight condition and torque tested per Section
V204.3.1.3. Anchor side plates shall be permitted when conditions prevent anchor
installation vertically through the sill plate
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APPENDIX V301 - VOLUNTARY — EARTHQUAKE HAZARD REDUCTION IN
EXISTING REINFORCED CONCRETE AND REINFORCED
MASONRY WALL BUILDINGS WITH FLEXIBLE DIAPHRAGMS
SECTION V301. PURPOSE.
The purpose of this Chapter is to promote public safety and welfare by reducing the risk
of death or injury that may result from the effects of earthquakes on reinforced concrete
and masonry wall buildings with flexible diaphragms designed under the building codes
in effect prior to January 1, 1995. These buildings are potentially hazardous and prone to
significant damage, including possible collapse, in a moderate to major earthquake.
These structures typically shelter large numbers of persons and property for retail, food
markets, food distribution centers, warehousing, aerospace, industrial /manufacturing
and general
business and office use. Their continued use after an earthquake is also essential to the
local economy and its post - earthquake recovery.
The provisions of this Chapter are minimum standards for structural seismic resistance
established primarily to reduce the risk of loss of life or injury on both subject and
adjacent properties and will not necessarily prevent all earthquake damage to an
existing building which complies with these standards. This Chapter shall not require
existing electrical, plumbing, mechanical or fire safety systems to be altered unless they
constitute a hazard to life or property.
This Chapter provides voluntary retrofit standards for deficient wall anchorage systems
on structures that are not subject to the mandatory provisions of Chapter When fully
followed, these standards will strengthen the portion of the structure that is most
vulnerable to earthquake damage.
SECTION V302. SCOPE.
The voluntary provisions of this Chapter shall apply to existing buildings of the following
types:
1. Cast -in -place reinforced concrete or masonry wall buildings with flexible diaphragms
designed under building codes in effect prior to January 1, 1995.
2_ Tilt -up concrete wall buildings with flexible diaphragms designed under the building
codes in effect prior to January 1, 1995, but after January 1, 1976.
All tilt -up concrete wall buildings designed under the Building Code in effect prior to
January 1, 1976 are subject to the mandatory provisions of this Chapter All existing
reinforced masonry or concrete buildings with flexible diaphragms, including tilt -up
concrete wall buildings, designed under the Building Code in effect on or after January 1,
1995, shall be designed in conformance with Chapter 16.
SECTION V303. DEFINITIONS.
For the purposes of this Chapter, the applicable definitions in Chapter 2, Chapter 16,
Chapter 19 and Chapter 23 of this Code; Chapter 1, Chapter 3, Chapter 4, Chapter 5,
Chapter 6 and Chapter 11 of ASCE 7, and the following shall apply:
ANCHORAGE SYSTEM is the system of all structural elements and connections, which
support the concrete or masonry wall in the lateral direction, including diaphragms and
subdiaphragms, wall anchorage and continuity or cross tie connectors in subdiaphragms
and main diaphragms.
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COMMENCED CONSTRUCTION is construction pursuant to a valid building permit that
has progressed to the point that one of the called inspections as required by the
Department has been made and the work for which the inspection has been called has
been judged by the Department to be substantial and has been approved by the
Department.
EXISTING BUILDING is an erected building for which a legal building permit and a
certificate of occupancy have been issued.
FLEXIBLE DIAPHRAGM is any diaphragm constructed of wood structural panel,
diagonal or straight wood sheathing, metal decking without a structural concrete topping,
or horizontal rod bracing.
HISTORICAL BUILDING is any building designated or currently in the process of being
designated as a historical building by an appropriate federal, state or City jurisdiction.
REINFORCED CONCRETE WALL is a concrete wall that has 50 percent or more of the
reinforcing steel required for reinforced concrete in Chapter 19.
REINFORCED MASONRY WALL is a masonry wall that has 50 percent or more of the
reinforcing steel required by Chapter 21.
RETROFIT is strengthening or structurally improving the lateral force resisting system of
an existing building by alteration of existing or addition of new structural elements.
TILT -UP CONCRETE WALL is a form of precast concrete panel construction either cast
in the horizontal position at the site and after curing, lifted and moved into place in a
vertical position, or cast off -site in a fabricator's shop.
SECTION V304. ANALYSIS AND DESIGN.
V304.1. Wall Panel Anchorage. Concrete and masonry walls shall be anchored to all
floors and roofs which provide lateral support for the wall. The anchorage shall provide a
posl+ lve G direct co ns c ti-on between the wall and floor or roof construction raoable Of
resisting a horizontal force equal to 30 percent of the tributary wall weight for all
buildings, and 45 percent of the tributary wall weight for essential buildings, or a
minimum force of 250 pounds per linear foot of wall, whichever is greater. The required
anchorage shall be based on the tributary wall panel assuming simple supports at floors
and roof.
EXCEPTION: An alternate design may be approved by the Building Official when
justified by well established principles of mechanics.
V304.2. Special Requirements for Wall Anchors and Continuity Ties. The steel
elements of the wall anchorage systems and continuity ties shall be designed by the
allowable stress design method using a load factor of 1.7. The 1/3 stress increase
permitted by Chapter 16 shall not be permitted for materials using allowable stress
design methods. The strength design specified in Chapter 19 using a load factor of 2.0 in
lieu of 1.4 for earthquake loading, shall be used for the design of embedment in
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concrete. Wall anchors shall be provided to resist out -of -plane forces, independent of
existing shear anchors.
EXCEPTION: Existing cast -in -place shear anchors may be used as wall anchors if the
tie element can be readily attached to the anchors and if the engineer or architect can
establish tension values for the existing anchors through the use of approved as -built
plans or testing, and through analysis showing that the bolts are capable of resisting the
total shear load while being acted upon by the maximum tension force due to seismic
loading. Criteria for analysis and testing shall be determined by the Building Official.
Expansion anchors are not allowed without special approval of the Building Official.
Attaching the edge of plywood sheathing to steel ledgers is not considered as complying
with the positive anchoring requirements of the Code; and attaching the edge of steel
decks to steel ledgers is not considered as providing the positive anchorage of this Code
unless testing and analysis are performed, which establish shear values for the
attachment perpendicular to the edge of the deck.
V304.3. Development of Anchor Loads into the Diaphragm. Development of anchor
loads into roof and floor diaphragms shall comply with Chapter 12 of ASCE 7.
EXCEPTION: If continuously tied girders are present, then the maximum spacing of the
continuity ties is the greater of the girder spacing or 24 feet (7315 mm). In wood
diaphragms, anchorage shall not be accomplished by use of toe nails or nails subject to
withdrawal, nor shall wood ledgers, top plates or framing be used in cross -grain bending
or cross -grain tension. The continuous ties required by Chapter 12 of ASCE 7 shall be in
addition to the diaphragm sheathing. Lengths of development of anchor loads in wood
diaphragms shall be based on existing field nailing of the sheathing unless existing edge
nailing is positively identified on the original construction plans or at the site. At reentrant
corners, continuity collectors may be required for existing return walls not designed as
shear walls, to develop into the diaphragm a force equal to the lesser of the rocking or
shear capacity of the return wall, or the tributary shear but not exceeding the capacity of
the diaphragm. Shear anchors for the return wall shall be commensurate with the
collector force. If a truss or beam other than rafters or purlins is supported by the return
wall or by a column integral with the return wall, an independent secondary column is
required to support the roof or floor members whenever rocking or shear capacity of the
return wail, is governing.
V304.4. Anchorage at Pilasters. Anchorage of pilasters shall be designed for the
tributary wall anchoring load per Section V304.1 of this Code, considering the wall as a
two -way slab. The edge of the two -way slab shall be considered "fixed" when there is
continuity at pilasters, and considered "pinned" at roof or floor levels. The pilasters or
the walls immediately adjacent to the pilasters shall be anchored directly to the roof
framing such that the existing vertical anchor bolts at the top of the pilasters are by-
passed without causing tension or shear failure at the top of the pilasters.
EXCEPTION: If existing vertical anchor bolts at the top of the pilasters are used for the
anchorage, then additional exterior confinement shall be provided. The minimum
anchorage at a floor or roof between the pilasters shall be that specified in Section
V304.1 of this Code.
V304.5. Symmetry. Symmetry of connectors in the anchorage system is required.
Eccentricity may be allowed when it can be shown that all components of forces are
positively resisted and justified by calculations or tests.
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V304.6. Minimum Roof Member Size. Wood members used to develop anchorage
forces to the diaphragm shall be of minimum nominal width for new construction and
replacement. All such members must be designed for gravity and earthquake forces as
part of the wall anchorage system. For existing structural members, the allowable
stresses shall be without the 113 stress increase per Section V304.2.
V304.7. Combination of Anchor Types. To repair and retrofit existing buildings, a
combination of different anchor types of different behavior or stiffness shall not be
permitted. The capacity of the new and existing connectors cannot be added.
V304.8. Prohibited Anchors. Usage of connectors that were bent or stretched from the
intended use shall be prohibited.
V304.9. Crack and Damage Repairs, Evaluation of Existing Structural: Alterations.
The engineer or architect shall report any observed structural conditions and structural
damage that have imminent life safety effects on the buildings and recommend repairs.
This includes alterations such as openings cut in existing wall panels without a building
permit. Evaluations and repairs shall be reviewed and approved by the Department.
V304.10. Miscellaneous. Existing mezzanines relying on the concrete or masonry walls
for vertical or lateral support shall be anchored to the walls for the tributary mezzanine
load. Walls depending on the mezzanine for lateral support shall be anchored per
Sections V304.1, V304.2 and V304.3 of this Code.
EXCEPTION: Existing mezzanines that have independent lateral and vertical support
need not be anchored to the concrete or masonry walls. Existing interior masonry or
concrete walls not designed as shear walls, which extend to the floor above or to the
roof diaphragm shall also be anchored for out -of -plane forces per Section V304.1,
V304.2 and V304.3 of this Code. In the in -plane direction, the walls may be isolated or
shall be developed into the diaphragm for a lateral force equal to the lesser of the
rocking or shear capacity of the wall, or the tributary shear but not exceeding the
diaphragm capacity.
V304.11. Hictnrical Buildings. Qualified historical hiiildings shall be permitted to use
alternate building standards or deviations from this Chapter in order to preserve their
original or restored architectural elements and features.
SECTION V305. MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION.
All materials permitted by this Code.
SECTION V306. INFORMATION REQUIRED ON PLANS.
V306.1. General. In addition to the seismic analysis required elsewhere in this Chapter,
the licensed engineer or architect responsible for the seismic analysis of the building
shall record the information required by this section on the approved plans.
V306.2. Information Required. The plans shall accurately reflect the results of the
engineering investigation and design and show all pertinent dimensions and sizes for
plan review and construction. The following shall be provided:
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1. Floor plans and roof plans shall show the existing framing construction, diaphragm
construction, proposed wall anchors, cross -ties and collectors. Existing nailing, anchors,
ties and collectors shall also be shown on the plans if these are part of the design, and
these structural elements need to be verified in the field.
2. At elevations where there is alterations or damage, the details shall show the roof and
floor heights, dimensions of openings, location and extent of existing damage, and
proposed repair.
3. Typical concrete or masonry wall sections with wall thickness, height, and location of
anchors shall be provided.
4. Details shall include the existing and new anchors and the method of development of
anchor forces into the diaphragm framing; existing and new cross -ties, existing and new
or improved support of the roof and floor girders at pilasters or walls.
V306.3. Engineer's or Architect's Statement. The responsible engineer or architect
shall state on the approved plans, the following:
1. "1 am responsible for this building's seismic strengthening design of the tilt -up
concrete wall anchorage system in compliance with the minimum seismic resistance
standards of Chapter V3 of the El Segundo Building Code." or when applicable:
2. "The Registered Deputy Inspector, required as a condition of the use of structural
design stresses requiring continuous inspection, will be responsible to me as required by
Section 1704 of the El Segundo Building Code."
SECTION 8: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT EXEMPTION, The City
Council determines that this ordinance is exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.,
"CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of Regulations
§§ 15000, et seq., the "State CEQA Guidelines ") because it consists only of minor
revisions and clarifications to an existing code of construction - related regulations and
specification of procedures related thereto and will not have the effect of deleting or
substantially changing any regulatory standards or findings required therefor. This
ordinance, therefore, is an action being taken for enhanced protection of the
environment and that does not have the potential to cause significant effects on the
environment.
SECTION 9: SAVINGS CLAUSE. Repeal of any provision of the ESMC or any other
city ordinance herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or
preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before, this
Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed part will remain in full force and effect for
sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before the effective date of this
Ordinance.
SECTION 10: SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is
deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that such
invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions
or applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
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SECTION 11: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this the entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any
repeal of the ESMC or other the city ordinance by this Ordinance will be rendered void
and cause such ESMC provision or other the city ordinance to remain in full force and
effect for all purposes.
SECTION 11: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance will take effect on January 1, 2014.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2013.
Bill Fisher, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of E1 $eg„ndo, California; do hereby certify that
the whole number of members of the City Council of said City is five; that the foregoing
Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City Council at a regular meeting held on
the day of , 2013, and was duly passed and adopted by said
City Council, approved and signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at
a regular meeting of said Council held on the day of , 2013,
and the same was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
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AT7--gCHME1VT 2
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2013 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE.
The Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: FINDINGS. The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. Health and Safety Code § 17958 requires the City is required to
adopt certain uniform codes that are set forth in Health and Safety
Code § 17922 and published in the California Code of Regulations;
B. Pursuant to Government Code § 50022.2, et seq., the City may
adopt other uniform codes by reference;
C. It is in the public interest to adopt the 2013 Edition of the California
Electrical Code ( "CEC ") with the changes set forth in this
Ordinance;
D. At least one copy of the CEC was filed with the City Clerk of the
City was available for public inspection for at least fifteen (15) days
preceding the date of the hearing
SECTION 2: Chapter 2 to Title 13 of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ")
is amended in its entirety to read as follows:
CHAPTER 2
ELECTRICAL CODE
SECTION:
13 -2 -1: California Electrical Code Adopted.
13 -2 -1: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE,
2013 EDITION. Pursuant to California Government Code §
50022.1 to 50022.8, the California Electrical Code, 2013 Edition,
published at Title 24, Part 3, of the California Code of Regulations,
including Annexes A thru G ( "CEC') is adopted by reference,
subject to the amendments, additions and deletions set forth below.
One true copy of the CEC, is on file in the office of the Building
Official and is available for public inspection as required by law.
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SECTION 3: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT EXEMPTION.
The City Council determines that this ordinance is exempt from review under the
California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§
21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14
California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ")
because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications to an existing code
of construction - related regulations and specification of procedures related thereto
and will not have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory
standards or findings required therefor. This ordinance, therefore, is an action
being taken for enhanced protection of the environment and that does not have
the potential to cause significant effects on the environment. Consequently, it is
categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA Guidelines §§ 15301 as a minor
alteration of existing public or private structures involving no expansion of use;
15305 as a minor alteration in land use limitations which do not result in any
changes in land use or density; and 15308 as an action taken by a regulatory
agency as authorized by California law to assure maintenance or protection of
the environment.
SECTION 4: SAVINGS CLAUSE. Repeal of any provision of the ESMC or any
other city ordinance herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability
incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any
violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed
part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting
violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 5: SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is
deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that
such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or
applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 6: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this the entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent
jurisdiction, any repeal of the ESMC or other the city ordinance by this Ordinance
will be rendered void and cause such ESMC provision or other the city ordinance
to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 7: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance will take effect on January 1,
2014.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 2013.
Bill Fisher,
Mayor
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APPROVED AS TO FORM
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
\ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do
hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of said City
is five; that the foregoing Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City
Council at a regular meeting held on the day of
2010, and was duly passed and adopted by said City Council, approved and
signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of
said Council held on the day of 2013, and the
same was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
An Br�+r��_
,SEI I I T
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
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ATTACHMENT 3
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2013 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE WITH AMENDMENTS.
The Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: FINDINGS. The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. Health and Safety Code § 17958 requires the City is required to
adopt certain uniform codes that are set forth in Health and Safety
Code § 17922 and published in the California Code of Regulations;
B. Pursuant to Government Code § 50022.2, et seq., the City may
adopt other uniform codes by reference;
C. It is in the public interest to adopt the 2013 Edition of the California
Plumbing Code ( "CPC') with the changes set forth in this
Ordinance;
D. Amendments have been made to Codes are hereby found to be
either administrative or procedural in nature or concern themselves
with subjects not covered in such Codes. The changes made
include provisions making each of said Codes compatible with
other Codes enforced by the City.
E. At least one copy of the CPC was filed with the City Clerk of the
City was available for public inspection for at least fifteen (15) days
preceding the date of the hearing
SECTION 2: Chapter 5 to Title 13 of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC)
is amended in its entirety to read as follows:
CHAPTER 5
PLUMBING CODE
SECTION:
13 -5 -1: California Plumbing Code Adopted.
13 -5 -2: Amendments to California Plumbing Code.
13 -5 -1: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE,
2013 EDITION. Pursuant to California Government Code §
50022.1 to 50022.8, the California Plumbing Code, 2013 Edition,
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published at Title 24, Part 4, of the California Code of Regulations,
including Appendices A, B, D, I, and L ( "CPC ") is adopted by
reference, subject to the amendments, additions and deletions set
forth below. One true copy of the CPC, is on file in the office of the
Building Official and is available for public inspection as required by
law.
SECTION 3: ESMC Section 13 -5 -2 is amended to the California Plumbing Code
including the adopted appendices is hereby amended as follows:
Section 103.3 of the CPC is hereby amended to read as follows:
CPC Section 103.3, Permit Issuance, is deleted in its entirety. The
2013 California Building Code, as incorporated into the El Segundo
Municipal Code, will govern the administration of the CPC.
Section 103.4 of the CPC is hereby amended to read as follows:
CPC Section 103.4 Fees, is deleted in its entirety. The 2013
California Building Code, as incorporated into the El Segundo
Municipal Code, will govern the administration of the CPC.
SECTION 4: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT EXEMPTION.
The City Council determines that this ordinance is exempt from review under the
California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§
21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14
California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ")
because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications to an existing code
of construction - related regulations and specification of procedures related thereto
and will not have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory
standards or findings required therefor. This ordinance, therefore, is an action
being taken for enhanced protection of the environment and that does not have
the potential to cause significant effects on the environment. Consequently, it is
categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA Guidelines §§ 15301 as a minor
alteration of existing public or private structures involving no expansion of use;
15305 as a minor alteration in land use limitations which do not result in any
changes in land use or density; and 15308 as an action taken by a regulatory
agency as authorized by California law to assure maintenance or protection of
the environment.
SECTION 5: SAVINGS CLAUSE. Repeal of any provision of the ESMC or any
other city ordinance herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability
incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any
violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed
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part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting
violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 6: SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is
deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that
such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or
applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 7: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this the entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent
jurisdiction, any repeal of the ESMC or other the city ordinance by this Ordinance
will be rendered void and cause such ESMC provision or other the city ordinance
to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 8: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance will take effect on January 1,
2014.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 2013.
APPROVED AS TO FORM
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
Bill Fisher,
Mayor
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ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do
hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of said City
is five; that the foregoing Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City
Council at a regular meeting held on the day of
2013, and was duly passed and adopted by said City Council, approved and
signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of
said Council held on the day of 2013, and the
same was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
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ATT'AC H M E N T 4
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2013 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE WITH AMENDMENTS.
The Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: FINDINGS. The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. Health and Safety Code § 17958 requires the City is required to
adopt certain uniform codes that are set forth in Health and Safety
Code § 17922 and published in the California Code of Regulations;
B. Pursuant to Government Code §§ 50022.2, et seq., the City may
adopt other uniform codes by reference;
C. It is in the public interest to adopt the 2013 Edition of the California
Mechanical Code ( "CMC ") with the changes set forth in this
Ordinance;
D_ Amendments have been made to Codes are hereby found to be
either administrative or procedural in nature or concern themselves
with subjects not covered in such Codes. The changes made
include provisions making each of said Codes compatible with
other Codes enforced by the City.
E. At least one copy of the CIVIC was filed with the City Clerk of the
City was available for public inspection for at least fifteen (15) days
preceding the date of the hearing
SECTION 2; Chanter 6 to Title 13 of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") is
amended in its entirety to read as follows:
CHAPTER 6
MECHANICAL CODE
SECTION:
13 -6 -1: California Mechanical Code Adopted.
13 -6 -2: Amendments to California Mechanical Code.
13 -6 -1: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE,
2013 EDITION. Pursuant to California Government Code §§
50022.1 to 50022.8, the California Mechanical Code, 2013 Edition,
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published at Title 24, Part 4, of the California Code of Regulations,
including Appendices A through D ( "CMC ") is adopted by reference,
subject to the amendments, additions and deletions set forth below.
One true copy of the CMC, is on file in the office of the Building
Official and is available for public inspection as required by law.
SECTION 3: ESMC Section 13 -6 -2 is amended to the California Mechanical Code including
the adopted appendices is hereby amended as follows:
Section 110.0 of the CMC is hereby amended to read as follows
CMC Section 110.0, Board of Appeals, is deleted in its entirety.
The 2013 California Building Code, as incorporated into the El
Segundo Municipal Code, will govern the administration of the
CMC.
Section 114.0 of the CMC is hereby amended to read as follows:
CMC Section 114.0 Permits, is deleted in its entirety. The 2013
California Building Code, as incorporated into the El Segundo
Municipal Code, will govern the administration of the CMC.
Section 115.0 of the CMC is hereby amended to read as follows:
CMC Section 115.0 Fees, is deleted in its entirety. The 2013
California Building Code, as incorporated into the El Segundo
Municipal Code, will govern the administration of the CMC.
SECTION 4: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT EXEMPTION.
The City Council determines that this ordinance is exempt from review under the
California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§
21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14
California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ")
because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications to an existing code
of construction - related regulations and specification of procedures related thereto
and will not have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory
standards or findings required therefor. This ordinance, therefore, is an action
being taken for enhanced protection of the environment and that does not have
the potential to cause significant effects on the environment. Consequently, it is
categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA Guidelines §§ 15301 as a minor
alteration of existing public or private structures involving no expansion of use;
15305 as a minor alteration in land use limitations which do not result in any
changes in land use or density; and 15308 as an action taken by a regulatory
agency as authorized by California law to assure maintenance or protection of
the environment.
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SECTION 5: SAVINGS CLAUSE. Repeal of any provision of the ESMC or any
other city ordinance herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability
incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any
violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed
part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting
violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 6: SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is
deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that
such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or
applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 7: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this the entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent
jurisdiction, any repeal of the ESMC or other the city ordinance by this Ordinance
will be rendered void and cause such ESMC provision or other the city ordinance
to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 8: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance will take effect on January 1,
2014.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 2011
APPROVED AS TO FORM
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
Bill Fisher,
Mayor
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ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do
hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of said City
is five; that the foregoing Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City
Council at a regular meeting held on the day
2013, and was duly passed and adopted by said City
signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all
said Council held on the day of
same was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
of
Council, approved and
at a regular meeting of
, 2013, and the
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ATTACHMENT 5
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2013 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, CHAPTERS 1, DIVISION 213, a-nd 4, AND SECTIONS
503, 510.2 AND 1103.2 OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, 2012 EDITION,
AND AMENDING THESE CODES THROUGH EXPRESS FINDINGS OF LOCAL
NECESSITY.
The Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: FINDINGS. The City Council finds that certain local climatic, geological,
or topographical conditions exist as follows:
A. Climatic - The City experiences periods of extremely high temperatures
accompanied by low humidity and high winds each year. These
conditions could create an environment in which the Fire Department may
be unable to control fires occurring in vegetation as well as structures not
having built in fire protection.
B. Geological - The City is located in a seismically active area. A significant
earthquake could render the Fire Department incapable of providing
adequate fire protection. In that instance, built -in fire protection would be
relied upon for controlling most structural fires.
C. After due consideration, the City Council finds and determines that due to
these local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions that
amendments, additions, and deletions to the California Fire Code, 2007
Edition, are reasonably necessary to provide sufficient and effective levels
of fire safety for the protection of life, health and property. Specifically,
these amendments are made as follows:
CFC § 503 — Provides a means of ensuring that fire department
access to buildings and fire hydrants is provided uniformly in the
City during periods of low humidity and high winds, potential
seismic activity, or in areas of restricted access present in the City.
2. CFC 505.1, 505.1.1 — Provides a means of ensuring that fire
department access to buildings and fire hydrants is provided
uniformly in the City during periods of low humidity and high winds,
potential seismic activity, or in areas of restricted access present in
the City.
3. CFC § 510.2 and 1103.2 — Provides a means of ensuring that safe
and efficient firefighting operations are conducted in buildings with
limited radio reception during periods of low humidity and high
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winds, potential seismic activity, or in areas of restricted access
present in the City.
4. CFC § 605.11.3.2.1 — Provides roof access on residential
structures for firefighter smoke and heat ventilation operations that
will provide adequate protection during periods of low humidity and
high winds, potential seismic activity, or in areas of restricted
access present in the City.
5. CFC § 901.4.7 — 910.1. Provides a means of ensuring that fire
protection systems are installed and maintained in a manner that
will provide adequate protection during periods of low humidity and
high winds, potential seismic activity, or in areas of restricted
access present in the City.
6. CFC 903.3.5.3 — Requires that fire sprinkler systems are designed
to allow for water reduction during periods of low humidity and high
winds, potential seismic activity, or in areas of restricted access
present in the City.
7. CFC § 915.1 — 915.8.2.6. Requires the installation of fire protection
and life safety equipment in new mid -rise buildings /structures that
increase the fire and life safety of the structures /buildings in order
to provide adequate fire protection during periods of low humidity
and high winds, potential seismic activity, or in areas of restricted
access present in the City.
8.. CFC § 1030.9. Requires fire escapes to be kept clear, maintained
and an annual inspection by a certified individual to ensure the fire
escapes are operable due to potential seismic activity.
Q. r:F( § 5601.2 and 5601.3 Prohibits the general use of fireworks,
including "Safe and Sane" fireworks and authorizes the fire code
official to confiscate fireworks in order to reduce the danger from
fire during periods of low humidity and high winds, potential seismic
activity, or in areas of restricted access present in the City.
10. CFC Appendix B § B105.2. Reduces the available fire flow
reduction to 50 percent to increase site available fire flow to provide
adequate fire protection and life safety during periods of low
humidity and high winds, potential seismic activity, or in areas of
restricted access present in the City.
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SECTION 2: Chapter 10 to Title 13 of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") is
amended in its entirety to read as follows:
"CHAPTER 10
13 -10 -2: FIRE CODE
A. SECTIONS:
13 -10 -1: ADOPTION OF CODES.
13 -10 -2: AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS.
13 -10 -3: ADDING APPENDIX M TO THE CFC.
13 -10 -4: GEOGRAPHICAL LIMITS.
13 -10 -1: ADOPTION OF CODES.
Pursuant to California Government Code §§ 50022.1 to 50022.8, the City adopts and
incorporates by reference the California Fire Code, 2013 Edition ( "CFC "), including
Appendixes A, B, and C published drafted and published by the International Code
Council, 500 New Jersey Avenue NW, 6th Floor, Washington DC, 20001 -2070 and the
California Building Standards Commission, 2525, Natoma Park Drive, Ste 130,
Sacramento, California 95833. The City also adopts and incorporates by reference
Chapters 1, Division 2, 3, 4, and Section 503 of the International Fire Code, 2012
Edition, published by the International Code Council, not included in the California
Building Standards Code, as modified and amended by this chapter. Should the
changes set forth below conflict with the provisions of any other locally adopted code,
these changes will prevail. The CFC and the IFC will apply to all occupancies within the
City's jurisdiction. One (1) true copy of each code is on file with the City Clerk and is
available for public inspection as required by law.
13 -10 -2: AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS.
After due consideration, the City Council has found that as a result of existing local
climatic, geological, or topographical conditions that amendments, additions, and
deletions to the CFC are reasonably necessary to provide sufficient and effective levels
of fire safety for the protection of life, health and property. Therefore, the CFC is
amended, added to, or deleted from, as set forth below:
§ 104.10 Investigations. The Fire Department is authorized to promptly investigate
the cause, origin and circumstances of each and every fire, explosion, unauthorized
release of hazardous materials, or any other hazardous condition within the City. If it
appears to the bureau of investigation that such fire is suspicious in origin, it is
authorized to take immediate charge of all physical evidence relating to the cause of
fire and to pursue investigation to its conclusion.
§ 104.10.1 Assistance from other agencies. The Police Department and other
public agencies are authorized to assist the Fire Department in its investigations
when requested to do so.
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§ 104.10.2 Technical assistance. When there is a fire, explosion, hazardous
materials incident or other potential life or serious property threatening situation, the
fire code official can request the owner to or operator to hire a private fire protection
or hazardous materials investigator, acceptable to the fire code official and at the
expense of the owner or operator, to provide a full report of the incident, including,
without limitation, such matters as origin, cause, circumstances or proposed solution
to the problem.
§ 104.11.4 Financial Responsibility. Any person who personally, or through
another, willfully, negligently, or in violation of law, sets a fire, allows a fire to be set,
or allows a fire kindled or attended by him /her to escape from his /her control, allows
any hazardous material to be handled, stored, disposed oft or transported in a
manner not in accordance with this Code, State law or nationally recognized
Standards, allows any hazardous material to escape from his /her control, allows
continuation of a violation of this Code is liable for the expense of fighting the fire or
for the expenses incurred during a hazardous materials incident, and such expense
will be a charge against that person.
§ 105.2 Application for Permit. Applications for permits will be made to the fire
prevention office in such form and detail as prescribed by the fire code official.
Applications for permits must be accompanied by such plans as required by the fire
code official. Any applicable permit fees must be paid at the time of application for
the permit.
§ 105.6.48 Battery systems. To install or operate stationary storage battery
systems having a liquid capacity of more than 50 gallons (189 L) for flooded lead
acid, nickel cadmium (NiCad) and valve - regulated lead acid (VRLA), or 1,000
pounds (454 kg) for lithium -ion, used for facility standby power, emergency power or
uninterruptible power supplies. See Section 608.
§ 105.6.49 Woodworking. To operate a business which conducts woodworking,
or operates as a cabinet shop or other similar purposes.
§ 105.7.13 Rooftop obstructions. A construction permit is required to install or
modify solar photovoltaic power systems, rooftop gardens or landscaped roofs.
§ 106.2.1 Inspection requests. It is the duty of the holder of the permit or their duly
authorized agent to notify the fire code official when work is ready for inspection. It
is the duty of the permit holder to provide access to and means for inspection of
such work that are required by this code. Every request for inspection must be filed
not less than two working days before such inspection is desired. Such request may
be in writing or by telephone.
§ 108.4 Filing fee and application. The City will assess a fee in an amount set by
resolution at the time that an appellant files an appeal of any order, decisions, or
determination made by the fire code official relative to the application and
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interpretation of this Code. The fee is refundable should the appellant prevail in a
decision by the Board. The appeal must be taken by filing a written notice of appeal,
in letterform, to the Board of Appeals. The Board's decision constitutes the City's
final decision.
§ 109.4 Violation penalties. Persons who violate a provision of this code or fail to
comply with any of its requirements or who erects, installs, alters, repairs or does
work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code
official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, is guilty of a
misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000 dollars or by
imprisonment not exceeding 6 months, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each
day that a violation continues after due notice has been served constitutes a
separate offense.
§ 202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS are amended to add and /or modify the following
definitions to read as follows:
"Administrator" means the City Manager, or designee, of the city of El Segundo.
"Building Access" means an exterior door opening conforming to all of the
following:
1. Suitable and available for fire department use, opening onto or adjacent to
a public way or a fire department access road as described in Section
902.
2. Located not more than 2 feet (609.6 mm) above adjacent ground level.
3. Leading to a space, room or area having foot traffic communication
capabilities with the remainder of the building.
A neqi ned to permit arrest with the use of kevs available in an approved
key lock box.
"Fire Code Official" is the Fire Chief or a duly authorized representative.
"Low -Rise Building" is any building that is less than four stories in height from the
lowest level of fire department access. Measurement will be from the topside of
the highest floor level that can be occupied to the lowest floor level of building
access, as defined in Section 202.
"Mid -Rise Building" is any building having space used for human occupancy four
complete stories or more in height while being 75 feet (22,860 mm) or less in
height and not defined as a high -rise building by Section 202. Measurement will
be from the topside of the highest floor level that can be occupied to the lowest
floor level of- building access, as defined in Section 202.
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"Open Burning" is the burning of materials wherein products of combustion are
emitted directly into the ambient air without passing through a stack or chimney
from an enclosed chamber. Open burning does not include road flares, smudge -
pots and similar devices associated with safety or occupational uses typically
considered open flames. For the purpose of this definition, a chamber must be
regarded as enclosed when, during th time combustion occurs, only apertures,
ducts, stacks, flues or chimneys necessary to provide combustion air and permit
the escape of exhaust gas are open.
§ 307.1.1 Prohibited Open Burning. Open flame, open burning, recreational
burning, fires in outdoor fireplaces or portable fireplaces that is offensive or
objectionable because of smoke emissions or when atmospheric conditions or local
circumstances make such fires hazardous is prohibited.
§ 308.1.4 Open -flame cooking devices. is deleted
§ 311.5 Placards. is deleted
§ 405.2 Table 405.2 Footnote `a'
a. The frequency in all school levels are allowed to be modified in accordance
with Section 408.3.2. Secondary level schools need only conduct evacuation
drills twice each school year.
§ 408.1 General. is deleted
§ 408.2 Group A occupancies. is deleted
§ 408.3 Group E occupancies and Group R -2 college and university buildings.
is deleted
6 408 =5 1 occupa1ncies. is deleted
§ 408.6 Group 1 -2 occupancies. is deleted
§ 408.7 Group 1 -3 occupancies. is deleted
§ 408.8 Group R -1 occupancies. is deleted
§ 408.9 Group R -2 occupancies. is deleted
§ 408.10 Group R -4 occupancies. is deleted
§ 408.11 Covered mall buildings. is deleted
§ 503, Fire Apparatus Access Roads is adopted with the following amendments:
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§ 503.1.1 Buildings and facilities. Approved fire apparatus access roads must be
provided for every facility, building or portion of a building hereafter constructed or
moved into or within the jurisdiction. The fire apparatus access road must comply
with the requirements of this section and extend to within 150 feet (45,720 mm) of all
portions of the facility and all portions of the exterior walls of the of the first story of
the building as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building or
facility. The fire code official has the authority to designate fire apparatus access
roads on private property.
Exception: The fire code official is authorized to increase to dimension of 150
feet (45,720 mm) where:
The building is equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler
system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.1.2 or 903.3.1.3.
2. Fire apparatus access roads cannot be installed because of location on
property, topography, waterways, nonnegotiable grades or other similar
conditions, and an approved alternative means of fire protection is provided.
3. There are not more than two Group R -3 or Group U occupancies.
§ 503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads must have an unobstructed
width of not less than 20 feet (6096 mm) exclusive of shoulders, except for approved
security gates in accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical
clearance of not less than 15 feet (4572 mm).
Exception:
When serving only one Group R, Division 3 or Group U Occupancy the
unobstructed width of the access road may be 12 feet (3658 mm).
§ 503.2.1.1 Access roads with vehicle parking. No access roads can be less than
32 feet (9754 mm) in width if the vehicle parking is permitted on one side of the
access road and not less than 40 feet (12,192 mm) if vehicle parking is permitted on
both sides of the access road. To permit the free passage of vehicles, access roads
designated for vehicle parking on only one side must have signs or markings
prohibiting the parking of vehicles on the traffic flow side of the roadway.
§ 503.2.1.2 Road divider. An access road divider into separate adjacent one -way
traffic lanes by a curbed divider or similar obstacle must not be less than 15 feet
(4572 mm) in unobstructed width on each side of the divider.
§ 503.2.4 Turning radius. The inside turning radius of a fire apparatus access road
must be a minimum of 60 feet, outside and 40 feet, inside.
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§ 503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads. Fire apparatus access roads
cannot be obstructed in any manner, including the parking of vehicles. The
minimum widths and clearances established in Section 503.2.1 must be maintained
at all times. Speed bumps and speed humps must be approved before installation.
§ 505.1 Address numbers. Approved address numbers and letters must be
placed on all new and existing buildings and units in such a location as to be plainly
visible and legible from the street or road fronting such buildings and units.
Numbers and letters must be at least four (4) inches in height for residential, six (6)
inches in height for commercial, and twelve (12) inches in height for industrial
buildings and units and may not be located on doors or other areas that can be
obstructed from view. The numbers and letters will be in a color that contrasts with
their background and must be in the City's approved numbering sequence.
Commercial and industrial buildings and units that are served by an alley must also
have approved address numbers and letters posted in a visible location near the
primary door to the alley.
§ 505.1.1 Directory. For complexes and large buildings, a directory or premises
map with approved addressing must be installed and maintained at a location and in
format as approved by the fire code official.
§ 507.5.1.1 Hydrant for sprinkler systems and standpipe systems.
Buildings equipped with a an automatic sprinkler system or a standpipe system
installed in accordance with Sections 903 or 905 must have a fire hydrant within 80
feet of the fire department connection.
Exception: The distance may be permitted to exceed 80 feet where approved by
the fire code official.
§ 510.2 Emergency responder radio coverage in existing buildings. is adopted
§ 605.11.3.2.1 Residential building smoke and heat ventilation. Panels /modules
installed on the roof of residential buildings must be located only on one side of any
ridge in order to allow for Fire Department smoke and heat ventilation operations.
The opposite ridge must have the panels /modules located no higher than 3 feet
below the ridge.
Exceptions:
1. Where the solar panels /modules are spaced a minimum 5 feet from the ridge.
2. Where the building is protected throughout by a fire sprinkler system installed
in accordance with the applicable NFPA Standard.
3. Where the building is provided with approved skylights and /or smoke and
heat vents located in approved locations per the El Segundo Fire Department.
§ 805 Upholstered Furniture and Mattress In New and Existing Buildings. is
deleted
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§ 808 Furnishings Other Than Upholstered Furniture and Mattresses or
Decorative Materials in New and Existing Buildings. is deleted
§- 901.4.7 Partial fire sprinkler systems. Where in this Code or the Building Code
a partial fire sprinkler system is required, the fire sprinkler system must be installed,
modified or extended to protect the entire building or structure.
§ 901.11 Problematic systems. In the event of a failure of a fire protection system
or 2 or more alarms in a week where the fire code official finds no evidence of a
situation requiring a response, the fire code official is authorized to require the
building owner or occupant to provide a fire watch until the system is repaired. Fire
watch personnel must be provided with at least one approved means for notification
of the Fire Department and their only duty is to perform constant patrols of the
protected premises and keep watch for fires.
§ 903.2.11.3 Building 4 stories or more in height. An automatic sprinkler system
must be installed throughout all buildings having usable floor area four stories or
more above grade, or buildings attached thereto.
Exceptions:
1. Airport control towers
2. Open parking structures.
3. Occupancies in Group F -2.
§ 903.2.20 Structures in the Smoky Hollow Specific Plan Area. An automatic
sprinkler system must be provided throughout every facility or building hereafter
constructed within the Smoky Hollow Specific Plan Area.
§ 903.3.1.2.2 Protection of attached garages. Residential occupancies protected
by an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 13R must have
automatic sprinklers installed in attached garages and in other areas as required by
the fire code official.
§ 903.3.1.3.1 Protection of attached garages. Residential occupancies protected
by an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 13D must have
automatic sprinklers installed in attached garages and in other areas as required by
the fire code official.
§ 903.3.5.3 Hydraulically calculated systems. The design of hydraulically
calculated fire sprinkler systems shall not exceed 90% of the water supply capacity.
§ 903.3.8 Shutoff valves. Sprinkler shut off valves are required on each floor of
buildings three stories or greater in height.
§ 905.5.3 Intentionally blank.
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§ 907.6.5 Monitoring. All fire alarm and detection systems must be monitored by an
approved central station as defined in NFPA 72. A (UL) Underwriters Laboratories
Certificate or (FM) Factory Mutual Placard must be provided and maintained by a UL
Listed or FM Approved fire alarm contractor who provides runner service in
accordance with the 2013 Edition of NFPA 72, Chapter 26 for all newly installed fire
alarm systems in commercial occupancies. This regulation applies to all fire alarm
systems that are newly installed in commercial occupancies for which permits are
required by the El Segundo Fire Department on or after January 1, 2014. Any
existing fire alarm system in a commercial occupancy wherein the fire alarm control
unit and alarm system components are to be replaced is considered newly installed
for the purposes of this section.
Exception. Supervisory service is not required for:
1. Single and multiple- station smoke alarms required by Section
907.2.11.
2. Smoke detectors in Group 1 -3 occupancies.
3. Automatic sprinkler systems in one and two- family dwellings.
§ 910.1 General. Where required by this Code or otherwise installed, smoke and
heat vents or mechanical smoke exhaust systems and draft curtains must conform
to the requirements of this section.
Exceptions:
Frozen food warehouses used solely for storage of Class I and
commodities where protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system.
2. Where areas of buildings are equipped with early suppression fast - response
(ESFR) sprinklers, smoke and heat venting must be provided by mechanical
smoke imyhni ict systems in accordance with Section 910.4 within these
areas.
SECTION 915 MID -RISE BUILDINGS
SECTION 915.1 General
§ 915.1.1 Scope. In addition to other applicable provisions of this code, other laws
and regulations, and any policies of the fire code official, the provisions of this article
apply to every mid -rise building, of any type construction, newly constructed after the
adoption of this Code, or which undergoes a complete renovation that requires the
complete vacancy of the building.
Exceptions: The following structures, while defined as mid -rise buildings, are
not subject to this article:
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1. Buildings used exclusively as open parking garage;
2. Buildings where all floors above the third floor (9,144 mm) level are used
exclusively as open parking garage;
1. Buildings such as power plants, lookout towers, steeples, grain houses,
and similar structures with non - continuous human occupancy, when so
determined by the fire code official;
2. Buildings used exclusively for jails, prisons and hospitals.
§ 915.1.2 Definitions. For definitions of MID -RISE BUILDING and BUILDING
ACCESS, see Section 202.
§ 915.2 Building Access.
§ 915.2.1 Building Access. Building access must be provided and approved by
the fire code official.
§ 915.3 Fire and Life Safety Requirements.
§ 915.3.1 Automatic Fire Sprinklers. Every mid -rise building must be protected
throughout by an automatic fire sprinkler system that is designed and installed in
conformance with NFPA 13. A shut -off valves and a water flow alarm device must be
provided for each floor.
§ 915.3.2 Standpipes. Every mid -rise building must be provided with a class I
standpipe system in each required stairway. The standpipe system must be
interconnected with the fire sprinkler system. The system must consist of 2Y2 inch
hose valves provided for each floor level above or below grade. Two hose outlets
must also be located on the roof, outside of each stair shaft enclosure that
penetrates the roof. Hose connections must be located in the exit vestibule, unless
otherwise approved by the fire code official.
§ 915.3.3 Smoke Detection. Smoke detectors must be provided in accordance with
this section. Smoke detectors must be connected to an automatic fire alarm system
installed in accordance with NFPA 72. The actuation of any detector required by this
section will operate the emergency voice alarm signaling system and will place into
operation all equipment necessary to prevent the circulation of smoke through air
return and exhaust ductwork.
§ 915.3.3.1 Location. Smoke detectors must be located as follows:
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1. In every elevator machinery room and in all elevator lobbies.
Elevator lobby detectors must be connected to an alarm verification
zone or be listed as a releasing device.
2. In the main return -air and exhaust -air plenum of each air -
conditioning system. Such device must be located in a serviceable
area downstream of the last duct inlet.
3. At each connection to a vertical duct or riser serving two or more
stories from a return -air duct or plenum of an air conditioning
system. In Group R -1 and R -2 Occupancies, an approved smoke
detector may be used in each return -air riser carrying not more than
5,000 cubic feet per minute and serving not more than 10 air inlet
openings.
4. For Group R -1 and R -2 Occupancies, in all corridors serving as a
means of egress for an occupant load for 10 or more.
§ 915.3.4 Smoke Control. A passive or active smoke control system must be
provided for all mid -rise buildings whenever a complete floor is in excess of 55 feet
(16.764 mm) from the lowest point of Fire Department access. Such system must be
mechanical and must be designed, installed and tested to be in compliance with
Section 909.
§ 915.3.5 Fire Alarm System. An approved and listed, automatic and manual, fully
addressable and electronically supervised fire alarm system must be provided in
conformance with this code and any policies of the Fire Prevention Division.
§ 915.3.6 Emergency voice alarm signaling system. The operation of any
automatic or manual fire alarm initiating device must automatically sound an alert
tone followed by a pre- recorded voice instruction giving appropriate information and
direction on a general or selective basis to entire building, occupied and normally
non - occupied areas.
§ 915.3.6.1 Pre - recorded instructions. The content of the voice alarm instruction
must be approved by the El Segundo Fire Department.
§ 915.3.6.2 Manual override. A manual override for emergency voice
communication must be provided for all paging zones.
§ 915.4 Central Control Station.
§ 915.4.1 General. A central control station room for fire department- operations
must be provided. The location and accessibility of the central control station room
must be approved by the fire department. The room must be separated from the
remainder of the building by not less than one -hour, fire resistive occupancy
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separation. The room must be a minimum of 96 square feet with a minimum
dimension of 8 feet. It must contain the following as a minimum:
1. The voice alarm and public address panels.
2. The fire alarm annunciator panel.
3. Elevator annunciator panel when the building exceeds 55 feet in
height
4. Status indicators and controls of air handling systems.
5. Controls for unlocking stairwell doors.
6. Annunciator panels for emergency and stand -by power status.
7. Annunciator panels for fire pump status.
8. Complete building plans set.
9. Work table.
10. Elevator control switches for switching of emergency power.
§ 915.4.2 Annunciation identification. Control panels in the central control station
must be permanently identified as to function. Water flow, automatic fire detection
and manually activated fire alarms, supervisory and trouble signals must be
monitored by an approved, UL listed Central Monitoring Station or Proprietary
Monitoring Station and annunciated in the central control station by means of an
audible and visual indicator. For the purposes of annunciation, zoning must be in
accordance with the following:
1. When the system serves more that one building, each building
must be considered separately.
2. Each floor must be considered a separate zone.
3. When one ore more risers serve the same floor, each riser must be
considered a separate zone.
§ 915.5 Elevators.
§ 915.5.1 Standards. Elevators and elevator lobbies must be provided and must
comply with the California Building Code and the following:
§ 915.5.2 General. At least one elevator cab must be assigned for Fire Department
use; which serves all floors of the building. All provisions hereinafter are in
reference to said elevator cab(s).
§ 915.5.2.1 Size. The size of the elevator cab must have dimensions as specified in
Section 915.5.2.1.1.
§ 915.5.2.1.1 Ambulance Stretcher. The elevator cab must be provided with
adequate dimensions to accommodate an ambulance type stretcher in accordance
with the provisions of Section 3002.4a.1 of California Building Code.
§ 915.6 Standby Power.
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§ 915.6.1 General. An on -site standby power system conforming to the Electrical
Code must be provided. In the event of failure of the normal power source, the
standby power system must provide an alternate source of electrical power to serve
at least the designated loads as set forth in Section 915.6.2 at full power. The
system may consist of an on -site generator or a system of batteries, or both. The
installation must be in accordance with this code, nationally recognized standards,
and any policies of the fire code official_
§ 915.6.2 Loads. The power load requirements for sizing the standby power system
must include, without limitation to the following:
Exit signs and exit path illumination;
2. Fire alarm system;
3. Elevator(s) assigned for fire department use;
4. Electrically driven fire pumps (if provided);
5. Smoke control systems;
6. Stairwell pressurization;
7. Lighting circuits supplying all elevator cabs, elevator lobbies,
generator room, fire pump room, and other areas designated by the
fire code official.
§ 915.6.3 Fuel Supplies. On -site fuel supplies for prime movers of a standby power
generator must be sufficient for at least 48 hours at the generator's listed full load.
Where fuel supplies require automatic transfer into a primary tank from a secondary
fuel storage tank, the fuel transfer system must be provided with redundant fuel
pumps to insure reliability. The fuel supply tank provided must be capable of storing
at least 200% of the calculated amount of fuel needed.
§ 915.7 Emergency Electrical System
§ 915.7.1 General. Electrical systems and equipment specified in Section 915.6 are
classed as emergency systems and must be installed in accordance with this code,
NFPA 110, NFPA 111 and policies of the fire code official. Such systems must
operate within 10 seconds of failure to normal power supply. Such emergency power
supply may be separate from the standby power required for fire pumps and
elevators assigned for fire department use.
§ 915.7.2 Emergency Systems. The following are classed as emergency systems:
1. Exit signs and means of egress illumination
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2. Fire alarm system
3. Fire detection system
4. Sprinkler alarm system
5. Elevator cab lighting
6. Smoke control systems.
§ 915.8 Means of Egress
§ 915.8.1 General. Means of egress must comply with the provisions of Section
915.8.
§ 915.8.1 Stairway enclosures. All stairways used for exiting must be protected by
an exit enclosure designed in accordance with the California Building Code, Section
1020.1 and this Section.
§ 915.8.2.1 Construction. Construction of stairway enclosures must in accordance
with the California Building Code, Section 1005.3.3.2.
§ 915.8.2.2 Extent of Enclosure. Stairway enclosures must be continuous and
must fully enclose all portions of the stairway. Exit enclosure must exit directly to the
exterior of the building or include an exit passageway on the ground floor, leading to
the exterior of the building. Each exit enclosure must extend completely through the
roof and be provided with a door that leads onto the roof.
§ 915.8.2.3 Openings and Penetrations. Openings and Penetrations must be as
specified in the California Building Code, Section 1020.1.1.
§ 91- 5.8.2.4 Pressurized Enclosures: A pressurized stairway enclosure must be
provided for all mid -rise buildings whenever a complete floor is in excess of 55 feet
(16.764 mm) from the lowest point of Fire Department access. The pressurized
stairway must be designed and pressurized as specified in the California Building
Code, Section 909.20.
§ 915.8.2.4.1 Vestibules. Pressurized stairway enclosures, serving Mid -Rise
buildings must be provided with a pressurized entrance vestibule on each floor that
complies with the California Building Code, Section 909.20.
§ 915.8.2.4.1.1 Vestibule Size. Vestibule size must be not less than 44 inches in
width and not less than 72 inches in the direction of travel.
§ 915.8.2.4.1.2 Vestibule Construction. Vestibules must have walls, ceilings and
floors of not less than two -hour fire resistive construction.
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§ 915.8.2.4.1.3 Vestibule Doors. Vestibule doors must comply with California
Building Code, Section 909.20.
§ 915.8.2.4.1.4 Pressure Differences. The minimum pressure difference within a
vestibule must comply with California Building Code, Section 909.20.
§ 915.8.2.4.1.5 Standpipes. Fire Department standpipe connections and valves
serving the floor must be within the vestibule and located in a manner so as not to
obstruct egress when hose lines are connected and charged.
§ 915.8.2.5 Locking of Stairway doors. All stairway doors that are locked to
prohibit access from the stairway side must have the capability of being unlocked
simultaneously, without unlatching, upon a signal from the fire control room. Upon
failure of normal electrical service, or activation of any fire alarm, the locking
mechanism must automatically retract to the unlocked position. Hardware for locking
of stairway doors must be State Fire Marshal listed and approved by the fire code
official by permit before installation. Stairway doors located between the vestibules
and stairway shaft must not be locked.
§ 915.8.2.6 Communications. A telephone or other two -way communications
system connected to an approved emergency service which operates continuously
must be provided at not less than every third floor in each required exit stairway
vestibule.
§ 1030.10 Fire escape maintenance. Fire escapes must be kept clear and
unobstructed at all times, must be maintained in good working order at all times and
must receive an annual inspection by a Los Angeles Fire Department Regulation 4
certified individual. The inspection records must remain on site for Fire Department
review.
6 1103.2 Emergency responder radio coverage is existing buildings. is adopted
§ 3304.8 Fire retardant plastic sheeting and tarpaulins. Fire retardant tarpaulins
and sheeting must be used to barricade construction areas from occupied building
spaces and to provide floor or wall protection in occupied buildings.
§ 3206.2 Table 3206.2, Footnote `j' is amended to read as follows:
j. Smoke and heat removal must be accomplished by mechanical ventilation in
accordance with Section 910.4 when storage areas are protected by early
suppression fast response (ESFR) sprinkler systems installed in accordance with
NFPA 13.
§ 5601.2 Fireworks. The manufacturing, possession, storage sale, use and
handling of fireworks, including without limitation, "Safe and Sane" fireworks, is
prohibited
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Exceptions:
1. Storage of fireworks in accordance with the requirements for low order
explosives in Title 19, California Code of Regulations, Chapter 10.
2. Storage of fireworks, 1 AG in accordance with the Building Code.
3. Use and handling of fireworks for professional display in accordance with
Title 19, California Code of Regulations, Chapter 6.
§ 5601.3 Seizure of Fireworks. The fire code official has the authority to seize, take
and remove fireworks stored, sold, offered for sale, used or handled in violation of
the provisions of Title 19, California Code of Regulations, Chapter 6 and California
Health and Safety Code, Chapter 9.
Appendix B § B105.2 Buildings other than one- and two- family dwellings. The
minimum fire -flow and flow duration for buildings other than one- and two- family
dwellings is specified in Table B105.1
Exception: A reduction in required fire -flow up to 50 percent, as approved, is
allowed when the building is protected with an approved automatic sprinkler
system installed in accordance with Section 903.1.1 or 903.1.2. The resulting
fire -flow must not be less than 1,500 gallons per minute (5678 L /min) for the
prescribed duration as specified in Table B105.1
13 -10 -3: A new Appendix K Temporary Haunted Houses, Ghost Walks, And Similar
Amusement Uses is added to the CFC to read as follows:
SECTION K101
GENERAL
§ K101.1 Scope. These regulations apply to temporary Haunted Houses, Ghost
Walks, or similar amusement uses, where decorative materials and confusing
sounds anal /or vice al effects are present.
§ K101.2 Permits. An operational permit is required for Haunted Houses, Ghost
Walks, or similar amusement uses in accordance with Appendix K101.2.
§ K101.2.1 Permit documents. The permit application must include a dimensioned
site plan and floor plan.
A site plan showing the following:
1. The proximity of the event building(s) to other structures or hazardous
areas.
2. The path of travel from the event building or area to the public way.
3. The location of exterior evacuation assembly points.
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A floor plan showing the following:
1. Dimensions of the area being used (include total square footage, width, and
types of exits, aisles, or interior exit pathways, etc.).
2. The path of travel must include the layout of any mazes, mirrors or other
display items that may confuse the egress paths.
3. A brief description of what will be depicted in each room or area along the
walk or course including the type of special effects to be utilized.
4. Location of exits, exit signs, and emergency lighting.
5. Location of electrical panel(s) and light switches.
6. Identification of what the normal or prior use of the structure(s) being used is
(e.q., auditorium, school, church)
7. Accessible egress routes.
8. When required, areas of refuge.
9. When required by Section 318.9, fire alarm panel location, manual fire alarm
boxes, and horn /strobe locations.
10. Portable fire extinguisher locations.
11. The location and fuel capacity of all generators.
§ K101.3 El Segundo Department of Planning and Building Safety approval.
Approval to operate a temporary amusement haunted house or similar use or to
change the approved of use of an existing building, or portion thereof, for temporary
amusement haunted house or similar use or to change the approved of use of an
existing building, or portion thereof, for temporary amusement haunted house or
similar use requires approved by the El Segundo Department of Planning and
Building Safety before the Fire Department's final construction document approval
and issuance of an operational permit.
SECTION K102
DEFINITIONS
§ K102.1 [CFC 202] DECORATIVE MATERIALS. All materials applied over the
building interior finish fnr decorative, acoustical or other effect (such as curtains.
draperies, fabrics, streamers and surface coverings) and all other materials utilized
for decorative effect (such as batting, cloth, cotton, hay, stalks, straw, vines, leaves,
trees, moss and similar items), including foam plastics and materials containing
foam plastics. Decorative materials do not include floor coverings, ordinary window
shades, interior finish and materials 0.025 inch (0.64 mm) or less in thickness
applied directly to and adhering tightly to a substrate.
§ K102.2 HAUNTED HOUSE. A building or structure usually used during the
Halloween season for amusement or entertainment purposes. A Haunted House
may or may not be considered a Special Amusement Building depending on the
layout and effects employed.
§ K102.3 GHOST WALKS. Similar to Haunted Houses and may include both indoor
and outdoor areas where the means of egresses are similarly not readily identifiable.
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§ K102.4 [CBC 411.2] SPECIAL AMUSEMENT BUILDING. A special amusement
building is any temporary or permanent building or portion thereof that is occupied
for amusement, entertainment or educational purposes and that contains a device or
system that conveys passengers or provides a walkway along, around or over a
course in any direction so arranged that the means of egress path is not readily
apparent due to visual or audio distractions or is intentionally confounded or is not
readily available because of the nature of the attraction or mode of conveyance
through the building or structure.
SECTION K103
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
§ K103.1 Allowable structures. Temporary Amusement Haunted Houses, Ghost
Walks, and similar amusement uses which meet the definition of a Special Amusement
Building can only be located in structures that comply with the provisions for Special
Amusement Buildings in accordance with the California Building Code when the planned
layout and effects employed meet the definition of a Special Amusement Building.
§ K103.2 Tents or membrane structures. Tents and membrane structures may
be used when in compliance with all applicable requirements of this Appendix and
when the total floor area of the tent is less than 1,000 square feet and the travel
distance to an exit from any location is less than 50 feet.
§ K103.3 Fire evacuation plans. A fire safety and evacuation plan that complies with
Section 404 of the California Fire Code must be submitted and approved.
§ K103.4 Staffing. The event must be adequately staffed by qualified person(s) to
control the occupant load and assist patrons in exiting should an evacuation become
necessary. Staffing level is determined upon review of plans and may be established at
the discretion of the Fire Code Official.
§ K103.5 Occupant load. Maximum occupant load must conform with Chapter 10
Table 1004.1.1. A sign stating maximum occupancy must be posted in a visible
location near the entrance. The attendant(s) must control the flow of patrons so as
not to exceed this limit.
§ K103.6 Exits. Exiting must be in accordance with Chapter 10 and this Section.
1, Two exits must be provided from each room with an occupant load of 50 or
more. Required exit doors shall swing in the direction of egress.
2. Illuminated exit signs must be provided at each exit serving an occupant load
of 50 or more.
3. Exit doors with a lock or latch are prohibited when serving an occupant load of
50 or more unless it constitutes panic hardware.
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4. When tents or membrane structures are approved for use, curtains are not be
allowed to cover the exits.
5. Emergency lighting must be provided in exit pathways.
6. Exhibits and decorative materials cannot obstruct, confuse, or obscure exits,
exit pathways, exit signs, or emergency lights.
7. Additional exit pathway markings, such as low level exit signs and directional
exit path markings may be required.
§ K103.7 Fire protection. Temporary Amusement Haunted Houses, Ghost Walks,
and similar amusement uses which meet the definition of a Special Amusement
Building must be provided with fire protection systems in accordance with Appendix
K103. 7.
Exception: When the total floor area of Haunted Houses or indoor portions of
Ghost Walks are less than 1,000 square feet and the travel distance to an exit is
less than 50 feet.
§ K103.7.1 Fire sprinkler protection. An automatic fire sprinkler system is required
for Haunted Houses and indoor portions of Ghost Walks. Fire sprinkler systems
must comply with Section 903.
§ K103.7.2 Fire detection systems. An approved automatic fire detection system
shall be provided in accordance with Section 907.2.12 as required for special
amusement buildings.
§ K103.7.3 Alarm. Activation of any single smoke detector, the fire sprinkler
system, or other automatic fire detection device shall be in accordance with Section
907.2.12.1.
§ K103.7.4 Emergency voice alarm. Special amusement buildings must provide
an emergency voice /alarm communication system in accordance with Section
907.2.12.3.
§ K103.7.5 Portable fire extinguishers. See Section K103.16.
§ K103.8 Electrical. When required, a permit shall be obtained from the local Building
Official.
§ K103.8.1 Extension cords. Extension cords shall be UL listed and must be
appropriate for the intended use.
§ K103.8.2 Power taps. Only UL listed relocatable power taps with overcurrent
protection may be used when the number of outlets provided is inadequate. Power strips
must be plugged directly into the outlet, and cannot be plugged into one another in
series.
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§ K103.8.3 String lighting. Manufacturers installation instructions must be followed for
the maximum allowable number of string lights that can be connected. When connecting
string lights together, the total amperage of all string lights must be calculated to ensure
they do not exceed the amperage for the extension cord and circuit.
§ K103.8.4 Protection. All extension cords and power strips must be adequately
protected from foot traffic.
§ K103.8.5 Portable generators. When portable generators are utilized, they must be
diesel fuel type and located a minimum of 20 feet away from all structures.
§ K103.8.6 Additional electrical requirements. See California Fire Code Section
605 for additional electrical requirements.
§ K103.9 Decorative materials and interior finishes. Interior wall, ceiling, and
floor finishes must be Class A rated in accordance with the California Building Code.
Also see California Fire Code Chapter 8.
§ K103.9.1 Decorative materials. All decorative materials must be inherently flame
retardant, or be treated with a California State Fire Marshal (SFM) listed flame retardant
material. If the decorative material is treated SFM listed flame retardant material by a
non -SFM licensed applicator, the SFM labeled container and sales receipt must be
provided to the fire code official for inspection purposes. Also see Fire Code Chapter 8.
§ K103.9.2 Flame test. Flame retardant material testing must be completed in
accordance with Section 803.5 of the California Fire Code as referenced from the
California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Article 3, Section 3.21(a) and (b).
Proof of testing shall be provided.
§ K103.9.3 Placement of decorative materials. Decorative materials, props and /or
performer platforms cannot obstruct, confuse, or obscure exits, exit signs, exit pathways,
emergency lighting or any cornnnnent of fire nm C—tinn Svctems and equipment (e.g. fire-
extinguishers, fire alarm systems, fire sprinklers, etc.) inside or outside the building.
§ K103.10 Smoke generators. The fire code official may restrict use of smoke -
generating equipment if it is determined to be incompatible with smoke alarm(s). Care
and consideration must be used with respect to smoke generator and smoke alarm
locations. Smoke generator and smoke alarm locations shall be approved by the fire
code official.
§ K103.11 Display of motor vehicles. Display of motor vehicles must be in
accordance with Section 2402.18 of the California Fire Code.
§ K103.12 Inspections. A fire and life safety inspection must be conducted by the fire
code official before any haunted house, ghost walk or special amusement building is
made available for public use.
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§ K103.13 Signs. "NO SMOKING" signs must be conspicuously posted at the main
entrance and throughout the exhibit.
K103.14 Prohibited areas. Inside storage or use of flammable and /or combustible
liquids, gases, and solids is prohibited. Open flames are prohibited.
§ K103.15 Maintenance. Good housekeeping must be maintained throughout exhibit
and exit pathways, at all times. The means of egress system cannot be obstructed
during event operations.
§ K103.16 Portable fire extinguishers. Fire extinguishers must have a minimum
2A -10B:C rating. Fire extinguishers must be properly mounted and be visible and
accessible at all times. Clearly identify locations with signs or reflective tape. Fire
extinguishers m be located within 50 feet travel distance from anywhere in the
building or structure.
13 -10 -4: GEOGRAPHICAL LIMITS
Geographic limits referred to in certain sections of this Code are established as follows:
Establishment of limits of districts in which storage of flammable or
combustible liquids in outside aboveground tanks is prohibited.
The limits referred to in Sections 5704.2.9.6.1 and 5706.2.4.4 in which the storage
of Class I flammable liquids or Class II combustible liquids in aboveground tanks
outside of buildings is restricted are established as the City of El Segundo's
corporate boundaries.
Exceptions: Such use is allowed in the following zoning districts:
1. The storage of Class I flammable liquids or Class II combustible liquids in
aboveground tanks outside of buildings is allowed in M -1 and M -2. Zones;
2. The storage of Class II combustible liquids in aboveground tanks outside of
buildings is allowed in C -0, MM, MU -N, MU -S or P -F Zones;
Establishment of limits of districts in which storage of liquefied petroleum
gases is to be restricted.
The limits referred to in Section 6104.2 in which storage of liquefied petroleum gas in
excess of an aggregate of 2,000 gallons water capacity is restricted are established
as the City of El Segundo's corporate boundaries.
Exceptions:
1. The storage of liquefied petroleum gas in excess of an aggregate of 2,000
gallons water capacity is allowed in the M -2 Zone, when located at least
one -half (1/2) mile from property zoned or designated for residential use and
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at least one -half (1/2) mile from existing residential development with a
density greater than one (1) dwelling unit per acre and at least one -half (1/2)
mile from any hotel or motel.
2. The storage of liquefied petroleum gas in excess of an aggregate of 2,000
gallons water capacity is allowed in M -1 Zone with a Conditional Use Permit
issued by the Planning Department.
SECTION 4: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT EXEMPTION. The City
Council determines that this ordinance is exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.,
"CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of
Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ") because it consists only of
minor revisions and clarifications to an existing code of construction - related regulations
and specification of procedures related thereto and will not have the effect of deleting or
substantially changing any regulatory standards or findings required therefor. This
ordinance, therefore, is an action being taken for enhanced protection of the
environment and that does not have the potential to cause significant effects on the
environment. Consequently, it is categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA
Guidelines §§ 15301 as a minor alteration of existing public or private structures
involving no expansion of use; 15305 as a minor alteration in land use limitations which
do not result in any changes in land use or density; and 15308 as an action taken by a
regulatory agency as authorized by California law to assure maintenance or protection
of the environment.
SECTION 5: SAVINGS CLAUSE. Repeal or amendment of any provision of the ESMC
or any other city regulation does will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred
before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring
before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed part will remain in full force
and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before the effective
date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 6: SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed
invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that such invalidity
will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this
end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 7: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this the entire Ordinance
or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any repeal of the
ESMC or other the city ordinance by this Ordinance will be rendered void and cause
such ESMC provision or other the city ordinance to remain in full force and effect for all
purposes.
SECTION 8: The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this
Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of El Segundo's book of original
ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting;
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and, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it
to be published or posted in accordance with California law.
SECTION 9: This Ordinance will become effective on January 9, 2014.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2013.
Bill Fisher, Mayor
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ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do hereby certify that
the whole number of members of the City Council of said City is five; that the foregoing
Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City Council at a regular meeting
held on the day of , 2013, and was duly passed and
adopted by said City Council, approved and signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the
City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of said Council held on the day
of 11 2013, and the same was so passed and adopted by the
following vote
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
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ATTAC H M E N T 6
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2013 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE.
The Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: FINDINGS. The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. Health and Safety Code § 17958 requires the City is required to
adopt certain uniform codes that are set forth in Health and Safety
Code § 17922 and published in the California Code of Regulations;
B. Pursuant to Government Code § 50022.2, et seq., the City
may adopt other uniform codes by reference;
C. It is in the public interest to adopt the 2013 Edition of the
California Energy Code ( "CEC ");
D. At least one copy of the CEC was filed with the City Clerk of
the City was available for public inspection for at least fifteen
(15) days preceding the date of the hearing
SECTION 2: Chapter 15 to Title 13 of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ")
is amended in its entirety to read as follows:
CHAPTER15
ENERGY CODE
SECTION-
13 -15 -1: California Energy Code Adopted.
13 -5 -1: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, 2013
EDITION. Pursuant to California Government Code § 50022.1 to
50022.8, the California Energy Code, 2013 Edition, published at
Title 24, Part 4, of the California Code of Regulations. One true
copy of the CEC, is on file in the office of the Building Official and is
available for public inspection as required by law.
SECTION 3: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT EXEMPTION.
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The City Council determines that this ordinance is exempt from review under the
California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§
21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14
California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ")
because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications to an existing code
of construction - related regulations and specification of procedures related thereto
and will not have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory
standards or findings required therefor. This ordinance, therefore, is an action
being taken for enhanced protection of the environment and that does not have
the potential to cause significant effects on the environment. Consequently, it is
categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA Guidelines §§ 15301 as a minor
alteration of existing public or private structures involving no expansion of use;
15305 as a minor alteration in land use limitations which do not result in any
changes in land use or density; and 15308 as an action taken by a regulatory
agency as authorized by California law to assure maintenance or protection of
the environment.
SECTION 5: SAVINGS CLAUSE. Repeal of any provision of the ESMC or any
other city ordinance herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability
incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any
violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed
part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting
violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 6: SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is
deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that
such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or
applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 7: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this the entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent
iurisdiction, any repeal of the ESMC; or other the city ordinance by this Ordinance
will be rendered void and cause such ESMC provision or other the city ordinance
to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 8: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance will take effect on January 1,
2014.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2013.
Bill Fisher,
Mayor
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APPROVED AS TO FORM
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do
hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of said City
is five; that the foregoing Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City
Council at a regular meeting held on the day of ,
2013, and was duly passed and adopted by said City Council, approved and
signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of
said Council held on the day of 2013, and the
same was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
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ATTAC H M E N T 7
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE INCORPORATING THE 2013
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE ( "CRC ") BY
REFERENCE AND AMENDING THE CRC BASED UPON
LOCAL CLIMATIC, TOPOGRAPHIC, AND GEOLOGICAL
CONDITIONS.
The council of the city of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: FINDINGS. The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. In accord with Health & Safety Code § 17958.7, it is in the public interest
to adopt the California Residential Code ( "CRC ") with the changes set forth in
this Ordinance.
B. Pursuant to the requirements of Health & Safety Code Section 17958.7, the City
Council finds that there are local geological conditions justifying the CRC amendments
set forth below.
The City of El Segundo and the greater Los Angeles region is a densely populated area
having buildings and structures constructed over and near a vast array of fault systems
capable of producing major earthquakes, including but not limited to the recent 1994
Northridge Earthquake. The proposed modification emphasize that the design concern is
for seismic - force - resisting elements and therefore need to be incorporated into the code
to assure that new buildings and structures and additions or alterations to existing
buildings or structures are designed and constructed in accordance with the scope and
objectives of the International Building Code. Experts predict a major earthquake in our
area within the next 50 years. This situation creates the need for both additional fire
protection measures and automatic on -site fire protection of building occupants since a
multitude of fires may result from breakage of gas and electric lines as a result of an
earthquake. After due consideration, the City Council finds and determines that due to
local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions, the structural and fire protection
amendments to the 2013 CRC are necessary to give buildings a reasonable degree of
structural integrity and fire life safety to help protect public health and safely in the event
of a seismic event;
Additional amendments have been made to Codes are hereby found to be either
administrative or procedural in nature or concern themselves with subjects not covered in
such Codes. The changes made include provisions making each of said Codes
compatible with other Codes enforced by the City.
C. The specific amendments of the CRC that fulfill this requirement are:
1. Amend CRC Section R105.2 Work exempt from permit
2. Amend CRC Section R105.3.2 Expiration of Plan Check
3. Amend CRC Section R105.5 Expiration of Permits
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4. Add CRC section R109.5 Re- inspections
5. Amend CRC Section 112.3 Board of appeals
6. Amend CRC Section R301.1.3.2 Wood frame Structures
7. Amend CRC Table R301.2.2.1.1 and Section R301.2.2.1.2 Seismic Design
Category
8. Amend CRC Section 8301.2.2.2.5 Irregular Buildings
9. Amend CRC Section R301.2.2.3.8 Anchorage of Equipment
10. Amend CRC Section R401.1 Foundation Application
11. Amend CRC Section R403.1 General Footings
12. Amend CRC Section R404.2 Wood Foundation Walls
13. Amend CRC Section R501.1 Application
14. Amend CRC Section R503.2.4 Openings In Horizontal Diaphragms
15. Amend CRC Table R602.3(1) Fastener Schedule
16. Amend CRC Table R602.3(2) Alternate Attachment
17. Amend CRC Table R602.10.1.3(3) and Table R602.10.1.3(4) Bracing
Requirement
18. Amend CRC Table R6G2.10.1.(4) Intermittent Bracing
19. Amend CRC Table R602.10.1.(5) Minimum Length of Braced Wall Panels
20. Amend CRC Figure R602.10.6.1 Alternate Braced Wall Panel
21. Amend CRC Figure R602.10.6.2 Portal Frame
22. Amend CRC Figure R602.10.6.4 Continuous Sheathed Portal Frame
23. Delete CRC Section R602.10.9.1 Braced Wall Panel
24. Amend CRC Section R606.2.4 Parapet Walls
25. Amend CRC Section R606.12.2.2.3 Reinforcement for Masonry
26. Amend CRC Section R602.3.2 Single Top Plate
27, Amend CRC Section R803.2.4 Openings in Horizontal Diaphragms
28. Amend CRC Section R1001.3.1 Vertical Reinforcing
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D. At least one copy of the CBC was filed with the City Clerk of the City was available
for public inspection for at least fifteen (15) days preceding the date of the hearing
SECTION 2: El Segundo Municipal Code C ESMC ") § 13 -16 -1 is added in its
entirety to read as follows:
CHAPTER 16
RESIDENTIAL CODE
13 -16 -1: California Residential Code Adopted
13 -16 -2: Amendments to California Residential Code
13 -16 -1: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL
CODE, 2013 EDITION. Pursuant to California Government Code §
50022.2, the California Residential Code, 2013 Edition, published at Title
24, Part 2.5, of the California Code of Regulations is adopted by reference,
subject to the amendments, additions and deletions set forth below. One
true copy of the CRC, is on file in the office of the Building Official and is
available for public inspection as required by law."
SECTION �f _ r w Ir", e 1 7 1 L .1 .1 .1 — .] I1
SECTIO V 3: r -ivll. g 1J -1 6-2 is added w read as ouows:
"13 -16 -2: AMENDMENTS TO THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL
CODE:
Number 14 is added to Section 105.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code:
Section R105.2 Work exempt from permit.
14. Block wall and concrete fences not over 3 ft 6 inches.
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Section R105.3.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to
read as follows:
SECTION 105.3.2 EXPIRATION OF PLAN CHECK.
An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned 12
months after the date of filing and no permit shall be issued until the plans are rechecked and
approved and a new fee is paid.
EXCEPTION: The Building Official may grant extensions of time if a permit applicant submits in
writing sufficient evidence that unusual conditions or circumstances precluded the securing of the
permit within the allocated time.
Section R105.5 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code:
SECTION 105.5 EXPIRATION OF PERMITS.
Every permit issued shall be valid for a period of three (3) years from the date thereof, provided
that any permit shall expire on the one hundred and eightieth (180) day from date of issuance if
the work permitted there under has not been commenced; or shall expire whenever the
Department determines the work authorized by any permit has been suspended, discontinued or
abandoned for a continuous period of 180 days.
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EXCEPTION: The Building Official may grant extensions of time If a permit applicant submits in
writing sufficient evidence that unusual conditions or circumstances precluded from the work
being completed. An extension of time may require conditions of approval and additional fees
Section 109.5 of Division Il of Chapter 1 of the CBC is hereby added to read as follows:
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Section 109.5 Re- inspections. A re- inspection fee in the amount set by the building
official may be assessed for each inspection or re- inspection when such portion of work
for which inspection is called is not complete or when corrections called are not made.
This section is not to be interpreted as requiring re- inspection fees the first time a job is
rejected for failure to comply with the requirements of this code, but as controlling the
practice of calling for inspections before the job is ready for such inspection or re-
inspection. Re- inspection fees may be assessed when the inspection record card is not
posted or otherwise available on the work site, the approved plans are not readily
available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date for which inspection is
requested, or for deviating from plans requiring the approval of the building official. In
instances where re- inspection fees have been assessed, no additional inspection of the
work will be performed until required fees have been paid.
Section R112.3 Board of Appeals.
The board of appeals shall consist of members of the Planning Commission. The term of a board
of appeals member will coincide with the term of service as a Planning Commissioner and will
terminate should the member cease serving as a Planning Commissioner. The building official is
the secretary to the board. The board may adopt reasonable rules and regulations for conducting
its investigations and will render all its decisions and findings on contested matters, in writing to
the building official, with a duplicate copy for any appellant or contestant affected by such
decision or finding, and may recommend to the city council appropriate new legislation.
Three members of the board constitute a quorum. The Planning Chairperson is the board's
chairperson and in the chairperson's absence the board will select a temporary chairperson.
The city will assess a $250.00 charge, or a higher amount set by resolution, at the time that an
appellant file appeal of any order, decisions, or determination made by the building official relative
to the application and interpretation of this code. The filing fee is refundable should the appellant
prevail in a decision by the board. The appeal must be taken by filing a written notice of appeal, in
letterform, to the board of appeals. The board's decision constitutes the city's final decision.
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Section 8309.1.3.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
Section R301.1.3.2 Woodframe Structures.
The building official shall require construction documents to be approved and stamped by a
California licensed architect or engineer for all dwellings of woodframe construction more than
two stories and basement in height located in Seismic Design Category A, B or C.
Notwithstanding other sections of law; the law establishing these provisions is found in Business
and Professions Code Section 5537 and 6737.1.
The building official shall require construction documents to be approved and stamped by a
California licensed architect or engineer for all dwellings of woodframe construction more than
one story in height or with a basement located in Seismic Design Category Do, DI, DZ or E.
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Table R301.2.2.1.1 and Section R301.2.2.1.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential
Code are amended to read as follows:
TABLE R301.2.2.1.1
SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY DETERMINATION
CALCULATED SDS
SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY
SDS :5 0.17g
A
0.17g < SDS < 0.33g
B
0.33g < SDS <_ 0.509
C
0.50g < SDS 5 0.679
Do
0.67g < SDS <_ 0.83g
D,
0.83g < SDS :5 1.009
D2
1'008 < SDS
E
R301.2.2.1.2 Alternative determination of Seismic Design Category E.
Buildings located in Seismic Design Category E in accordance with Figure R301.2(2) are
permitted to be reclassified as being in Seismic Design Category D2 provided one of the following
is done:
1. A more detailed evaluation of the seismic design category is made in accordance with the
provisions and maps of the California Building Code. Buildings located in Seismic Design
Category E per Table R301.2.2.1.1, but located in Seismic Design Category D per the
California Building Code, may be designed using the Seismic Design Category D2
requirements of this code.
2. Buildings located in Seismic Design Category E that conform to the following additional
restrictions are permitted to be constructed in accordance with the provisions for Seismic
Design Category D2 of this code:
2.1. All exterior shear wall lines or braced wall panels are in one plane vertically from the
foundation to the uppermost story.
2.2. Floors shall not cantilever past the exterior walls.
2.3. The building is within all of the requirements of Section R301.2.2.2.5 for being
considered as regular.
1.4. For buildings over one story in height, the calculated SDS shall not exceed 1.258.
Items 1, 3 and 5 of Section R301.2.2.2.5 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code
are amended to read as follows:
R301.2.2.2.5 Irregular Buildings
When exterior shear wall lines or braced wall panels are not in one plane vertically from the
foundation to the uppermost story in which they are required.
3. When the end of a braced wall panel occurs over an opening in the wall below
5. When portions of a floor level are vertically offset.
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Section R301.2.2.3.8 is added to Chapter 3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code
to read as follows;
R301.2.2.3.8 Anchorage of Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing Components and
Equipment.
Mechanical, electrical, or plumbing components and equipment shall be anchored to the
structure. Anchorage of the components and equipment shall be designed to resist loads in
accordance with the International Building Code and ASCE 7, except where the component is
positively attached to the structure and flexible connections are provided between the component
and associated ductwork, piping, and conduit; and either
1. The component weighs 400 lb (1,780 N) or less and has a center of mass located 4 ft
(1.22 m) or less above the supporting structure; or
2. The component weighs 20 lb (89N) or less or, In the case of a distributed system, 5 Ib /ft
(73 N /m) or less.
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Section R401.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
R401.1 Application.
The provisions of this chapter shall control the design and construction of the foundation and
foundation spaces for all buildings. In addition to the provisions of this chapter, the design and
construction of foundations in areas prone to flooding as established by Table R301.2(1) shall
meet the provisions of Section R322. Wood foundations shall be designed and installed in
accordance with AF &PA PWF,
Exception: The provisions of this chapter shall be permitted to be used for wood foundations
only in the following situations:
1. In buildings that have no more than two floors and a roof.
2. When interior basement and foundation walls are constructed at intervals not
exceeding 50 feet (15 240 mm).
Wood foundations in Seismic Design Category Do, D, or D2 shall not be permitted.
Exception: In non - occupied, single -story, detached storage sheds and similar uses other
than carport or garage, provided the gross floor area does not exceed 200 square feet, the
plate height does not exceed 12 feet in height above the grade plane at any point, and the
maximum roof projection does not exceed 24 inches.
Sections 8403.1.2, R403.1.3 and R403.1.5 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code
are amended to read as follows:
R403.1.2 Continuous footing in Seismic Design Categories Do, D, and D2.
The braced wall panels at exterior walls of buildings located in Seismic Design Categories Do, D,
and D2 shall be supported by continuous footings. All required interior braced wall panels in
buildings shall be supported by continuous footings.
R403.1.3 Seismic reinforcing.
Concrete footings located in Seismic Design Categories Do, D, and D2i as established in Table
R301.2(1), shall have minimum reinforcement. Bottom reinforcement shall be located a minimum
of 3 inches (76 mm) clear from the bottom of the footing.
In Seismic Design Categories Do, D, and D2 where construction joint is created between a
concrete footing and a stem wall, a minimum of one No. 4 bar shall be installed at not more than
4 feet (1219 mm) on center. The vertical bar shall extend to 3 inches (76 mm) clear of the bottom
of the footing, have a standard hook and extend a minimum of 14 inches (357 mm) into the stem
wall.
In Seismic Design Categories Do, D, and D2 where a grouted masonry stem wall is supported
on a concrete footing and stem wall, a minimum of one No. 4 bar shall be installed at not more
than 4 feet (1219 mm) on center. The vertical bar shall extend to 3 inches (76 mm) clear of the
bottom of the footing and have a standard hook.
In Seismic Design Categories Do, D, and D2 masonry stem walls without solid grout and
vertical reinforcing are not permitted.
Exception: In detached one- and two- family dwellings located in Seismic Design Category A,
B or C which are three stories or less in height and constructed with stud bearing walls,
isolated plain concrete footings, supporting columns or pedestals are permitted.
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R403.1.5 Slope. The top surface of footings shall be level. The bottom surface of footings shall
be permitted to have a slope not exceeding one unit vertical in 10 units horizontal (10- percent
slope). Footings shall be stepped where it is necessary to change the elevation of the top surface
of the footing or where the surface of the ground slopes more than one unit vertical in 10 units
horizontal (10- percent slope).
For structures located in Seismic Design Categories Da, D, or DZ, stepped footings shall be
reinforced with four No. 4 rebar. Two bars shall be place at the top and bottom of the footings as
shown in Figure R403.1.5.
RMONOM 9 i b
If 3 ill k
a V
J �b
.. ,^" 110770 PI ATE (m)
W1 ME 11A G1t,1D£
=1111=
I1;F� 1 I f -i41t .............
STEPPED> OUNT!4TIONS
FIGURE 8403.1.5
STEPPED FOOTING
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Section 8404.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
R404.2 Wood foundation walls. Wood foundation walls shall be constructed in accordance with
the provisions of Sections R404.2.1 through 8404.2.6 and with the details shown in Figures
R403.1(2) and R403.1(3). Wood foundation walls shall not be used for structures located in
Seismic Design Category Do, Dy or Dz.
184
Section R501.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
R501.1 Application.
The provisions of this chapter shall control the design and construction of the floors for all
buildings including the floors of attic spaces used to house mechanical or plumbing fixtures and
equipment. Mechanical or plumbing fixtures and equipment shall be attached (or anchored) to the
structure in accordance with Section R301.2.2.3_8
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Section R503.2.4 is added to Chapter 5 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code to
read as follows:
R503.2.4 Openings in horizontal diaphragms.
Openings in horizontal diaphragms with a dimension perpendicular to the joist that is greater than
4 feet (1.2 m) shall be constructed in accordance with Figure R503.2.4.
PLYWOOD SHEATHING
METALTIE 160A. x 1 112' x 4'-0' MIN., t4 TOTAL)
W/ I6.16d COMMON NAILS AS SHOWN
-OR-
METAL TIE 16GA. x i 11V x (OPENING WIDTH +4' -0 ") MIN.,
(2 TOTAL) W124 -16d COMMON NAILS
Fur SI: 1 inch =25A mm. I rail = 304.8 mm.
a. Blockings shall be provided beyond headers.
b. Metal ties not less than 0.058 inch [1.47 mm (16 galvanized gage)] by 1.5 inches (38 mm) wide with eight 16d
common nails on each side of the header -joist intersection. The metal ties shall have a minimum yield of 33,000 psi
(227 MPa).
c. Openings in diaphragms shall be further limited in accordance with Section R301.2.2.2.5.
FIGURE R503.2.4
OPENINGS IN HORIZONTAL DIAPHI RAGIVIS
186
Lines 37 and 38 of Table R602.3(1) of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code are
amended to read as follows:
TABLE 11802,3(1} -- continued
FASTENER SCHEDULE FOR STRUCTURAL. MEMBERS
For Sh f inch = 1S.4 mm. 1 foot = 304.8 mm. I mile per hour = 0.447 rn/s: I Ksi = 6.895 NIPA•
a. All nails are smooth - common, box or deformed shanks except where otherwise stated. Neils used far framing and sheathing connections shall have minimum
avenge bending yield strengths as shown: 30 ksi far shank dinmeter of 0.192 inch (20d common nail). W ksi for shank diameters larger than 0.142 inch but
not larger than 0.177 inch, and 100 ksi for shank diameter of 0.142 inch or Icss.
b. Staples are 16 gage wire and haven minimum '1,F ineh on diameter crown width,
c. Nails %hall he spaced at not more than 6 inches on center at all supports where spans are 48 inches or greater.
d. Four -foot by 8 -foot or 4-foot by 9 -foot panels shall be applied vertically.
e. Spacing of fastcrtcrs not included in this table shall be based on Table R602,3(2).
F. Fnr regions hating basic wind speed of 110 mph or greater, 8d deformed (2' /." x 0.120) nails shall be used for attaching plywood and wood structural panel
roof owwhing to framing within minimum 48 -inch distance from gable end walls. if mean roof height is more than 25 feet. up to 35 feet maximum.
g. For regions having basic wind speed of 100 mph or less, nails for attaching wond structural panel roof sheathing to gable end wall framing shall be spaced 6
inches on center. When basic wind speed is gmaler than 100 mph, nails for attaching panel roof sheathing to intermediate supports shall be spaced 6 inches on
center for minimum 48 -inch distance from ridges. eaves and gable end walls: and 4 incches on center to gable end wall framing.
h. Gypsum sheathing shall conform to ASTNI C 1396 and shall be installed in accordance with GA 253, Fiberboard sheathing shall conform to ASTM C 208.
i. Spacing of fasteners on floor sheathing panel edges applies to panel edges supported by framing mcmbors and mcluimd blocking and at all floor perimeters
only. Spacing of fasteners on tnnf sheathing pttaef edges applies to panel edges supported by framing mcmbars and required hitekpng. Blocking of roof or
floor shething panel cdgcs perpendicular to the framing member need not be provided except as required by other pruvicicns of this eotic. floor perimeter
shall fro supported by framing members or solid hlvcUng.
j. Where a rafter is fastened to an adjacent parallel ceiling joist in accordance with this schedule. provide two toe nails on one side of the rafter and tov nails
From the ceiling joist to top plate in accordance with this schedule. The too. nail on the oppnsite side of the rafter shall not he required.
K.Usudf,slapas h breadwal etrver a" be rrol>aaddh Sdt w !`-`- erl'pa,nl,a a2.
Footnote "b" of Table R602.3(2) of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is
amended to read as follows:
Table R602.3(2) Alternate Attachments to Table R602.3(1)
b. Staples shall have a minimum crown width of 7/16 -inch on diameter except as noted. Use of
staples in roof, floor, subfloor, and braced wall panels shall be prohibited in Seismic Design
Category DD, Dl, or D2.
187
SPACING OF FASTENERS
ITEM
DESCRIPTION OF BUILDING MATERIALS DESCRIPTION OF FASTENER—
Edges I
Intermediate supports``
(inches)' I
(inches)
Wood structural panels, subfloor. roof and inturiar wall sheathing to framing and particlaboard wall sheathing to framing
32
;/',. r/=
6d common f2" x 0.11.1") nail (subfloor wal IS
6
12r
8d common (2'1." x 0,131 ") nail (roof)(
33
" /,." - I "
8d common nail (2' /t" x 0,131 ")
6
121
34
111X"- ! 1,"
10d common (3" x 0,148"1 nail or
")
6
12
8d (2'/."x 0.131 deformed nail
Other wall sheathing''
` /_ " structural cellulosic
1'4" galvanized roofing nail.' /,, "crown or 1 "crown
3 6
35
libeftard sheathing
staple 16 ga., I' /," long
„" structural cellulosic
1'/," galvanized roofing nail.' / , "crown or 1 "crown
3
6
36
fbcrtmard shcathinn
staple 16 ga.. 1'/," long
37I '/t "gypsum sheathing°
1'h" galvanized roofing nail: staple galvanized.
'!_"
7
7
I long: I'/,screw5, Type W or S
x s a
38— /s" gypsum sheathing
I' /, "galcanizedroofingnaiL'staple galvanized.
`
7
7
1 /s" lung: l' /e" screws, Type W or S
Wood structural panels, combination subfloor underlayment to framing
39
'/. "artless
6d deformed (2 "x0.120") nail or
6
12
Ed common (2' /." x 0.131") nail
/ „ i.,
8d common (2'/_" x 0,131') nail or
6
I
40
8d dcfomtcd (2'? x 0.120') nail
41
'/ "
IQd common (.'9x 0.148 ") nail or
6
12
a
Ed deformed (21/ ""x 0.120') nail
For Sh f inch = 1S.4 mm. 1 foot = 304.8 mm. I mile per hour = 0.447 rn/s: I Ksi = 6.895 NIPA•
a. All nails are smooth - common, box or deformed shanks except where otherwise stated. Neils used far framing and sheathing connections shall have minimum
avenge bending yield strengths as shown: 30 ksi far shank dinmeter of 0.192 inch (20d common nail). W ksi for shank diameters larger than 0.142 inch but
not larger than 0.177 inch, and 100 ksi for shank diameter of 0.142 inch or Icss.
b. Staples are 16 gage wire and haven minimum '1,F ineh on diameter crown width,
c. Nails %hall he spaced at not more than 6 inches on center at all supports where spans are 48 inches or greater.
d. Four -foot by 8 -foot or 4-foot by 9 -foot panels shall be applied vertically.
e. Spacing of fastcrtcrs not included in this table shall be based on Table R602,3(2).
F. Fnr regions hating basic wind speed of 110 mph or greater, 8d deformed (2' /." x 0.120) nails shall be used for attaching plywood and wood structural panel
roof owwhing to framing within minimum 48 -inch distance from gable end walls. if mean roof height is more than 25 feet. up to 35 feet maximum.
g. For regions having basic wind speed of 100 mph or less, nails for attaching wond structural panel roof sheathing to gable end wall framing shall be spaced 6
inches on center. When basic wind speed is gmaler than 100 mph, nails for attaching panel roof sheathing to intermediate supports shall be spaced 6 inches on
center for minimum 48 -inch distance from ridges. eaves and gable end walls: and 4 incches on center to gable end wall framing.
h. Gypsum sheathing shall conform to ASTNI C 1396 and shall be installed in accordance with GA 253, Fiberboard sheathing shall conform to ASTM C 208.
i. Spacing of fasteners on floor sheathing panel edges applies to panel edges supported by framing mcmbors and mcluimd blocking and at all floor perimeters
only. Spacing of fasteners on tnnf sheathing pttaef edges applies to panel edges supported by framing mcmbars and required hitekpng. Blocking of roof or
floor shething panel cdgcs perpendicular to the framing member need not be provided except as required by other pruvicicns of this eotic. floor perimeter
shall fro supported by framing members or solid hlvcUng.
j. Where a rafter is fastened to an adjacent parallel ceiling joist in accordance with this schedule. provide two toe nails on one side of the rafter and tov nails
From the ceiling joist to top plate in accordance with this schedule. The too. nail on the oppnsite side of the rafter shall not he required.
K.Usudf,slapas h breadwal etrver a" be rrol>aaddh Sdt w !`-`- erl'pa,nl,a a2.
Footnote "b" of Table R602.3(2) of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is
amended to read as follows:
Table R602.3(2) Alternate Attachments to Table R602.3(1)
b. Staples shall have a minimum crown width of 7/16 -inch on diameter except as noted. Use of
staples in roof, floor, subfloor, and braced wall panels shall be prohibited in Seismic Design
Category DD, Dl, or D2.
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Table R602.10.3(3) of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
TABLE R602.10.3(3)
BRACING REQUIREMENTS BASED ON SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY
SOIL CLASS Db
• WALL HEIGHT = 10 FEET
• 10 PSF FLOOR DEAD LOAD
MINIMUM TOTAL LENGTH (FEET) OF BRACED WALL PANELS
15 PSF ROOFICEILING DEAD LOAD
REQUIRED ALONG EACH BRACED WALL LINE°
BRACED WALL LINE SPACING :5 25 FEET
Seismic Design
Location
Braced Wall
Line Length
Method LIB
Mehd GB
Methods
DWB, SFB,
Method
Methods
CStory
category
ee
PBS PCP,
HIPS, CFB'L
CS-G
10
`2.5
2.5
2.5
1.6
1.4
20
5.0
5.0
5.0
32
).7
nom
30
;
7.5
7.5
4.9
4.1
40
10.0
10.0
10.0
6.4
5.4
50
12.5
125
12.5
8.0
6:8
10
NP
4.5
4.5
3,0
2.6
20
NP
9.0
9.0
6.0
5.1
(townhouses arslyi
30
NP
13.5
13.5
9.0
7.7
40
NP
18.0
18.0
12.0
10.2
50
NP
22.5
j-).5
15.0
12.8
10
N7p
6.0
6.0
4.5
3.8
20
N?
12.0
12.0
9.0
7.7
30
NP
18.0
18.0
13.5
11.5
40
NP
21.0
24.0
18.0
15.3
50
NP
30.0
30.0
22.5
19.1
10
NP
i -s_s
-2.8 s_s
1.8
1.6
_I)
NP
-55 x- 11.0
-5:--- -11.0
3.6
3.1
-
10
NP
-4.3-16.s 6.s
9 ?r -'16.6
5.4
4,.6
40
NP
11.0 22-0
11.9 22.4
7.2
6.1
50
NP
13.9 22U
+3.-8 27.6
9.0
7.3
10
h`P
53 N P
-5�1- NP
3.8
3.2
20
NP
1114 MP
111,5 NE
7.5
6.:1
D
in
NP
NP
i NP
113
9.6
40
NP
2160
21.() NP
15.0
I
50
NP
36.+ NP
1-6.3 NP
18.8
16.0
10
NP
-4-3- blap
-44- NP
5.3
4.5
20
NP
-ice' ISP
i4 N?
10.5
9.0
30
NP
-?1-9- NP
-? 1.8 tE
15.8
13.4
40
NP
29.0 NE
29.9 - NP
21.0
17.9
50
NP
36 > NP
= fr;- NP
26.3
223
(couiirucd)
W-IN
TABLE R602J"(3}-- contlnued
BRACING REOUIREMENTS BASED ON SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY
SOIL CLASS
WALL HEIGHT =10 FEET
MINIMUM TOTAL LENGTH (FEET) OF BRACED WALL PANELS
10 PSF FLOOR DEAD LOAD
REQUIRED ALONG EACH BRACED WALL LINE'
15 PSF ROOF/CEILING DEAD LOAD
BRACED WALL LINE SPACING!: 25 FEET
Methods
S01smb De01gn
Story Location
Braced Wall
Line Length
Method LIB-
s
Method GB
DWB, SFB,
PBS, PCP,
Method
Methods
CS -WSP.
Category
0001)
HPS, CS-
WSP
CS-G,
SFB°-4
10
NP
=. Fi- 6.0
3 -0 .0
2.0
1.7
20
NP
4ft4-12.0
-644-12.0
4.0
3.4
30
NI)
X16.0
8.0
i.I
40
NP
4.
i1d?- 24.0
- 1?E? -24.
S.!)
A.3
50
NIP
+5,0 -113
45 -0-30.
10.0
&;;
10
NP
{+ H NP
4r-0- NP
4.5
3.8
20
NP
F?fl NT
-12.0NT
9.0
7.7
D,
®
30
NP
- :9- NP
Igo NAP
1 1.i
11.5
40
NP
0 NP
�0-NP
18.0
15.3
50
NP
NP
=tE�r(i. NT'
2-'_.5
19.1
10
NP
NP
-} NP
6.0
i.1
20
NP
-1 .0 NP
47-4-AP
12.0
10.2
30
NP
a>- NP
24.5 NP
18.0
15.3
40
NP
'yid- NP
A .e -NP
') o
20.4
50
NP
42.5 NP
424 NT
300
25.5
t0
NP
":1.6 8.0
-+6-8.01
2.5
2.1
NP
-` .0 16.0
8 -1 s.a
5.0
4.3
30
NP
a- 2.0 24.0
- 1= '70-24.0
7.5
FA
8
40
NP
06.e 32.0
-K,0 -32.0
10.0
83
i0
NP
29.0 40.0
- O 40.0
12.5
10.6
10
NP
} NP-
NP
5.5
4.7
20
NP
-I?:0- NP
-If} NP
11.0
9.4
30
NP
-92.6 P
Ns- NP
16.5
14.10
40
NP
3(m) NP
&El -NP
i'*.0
19.7
D,
50
NP
==5 AP
-;?S lOP
27,5
23.4
10
NP
NP
NP
NP
NP
20
NP
NP
NP
NP
NP
30
NP
NT
NP
NP
NP
40
NP
NP
NP
NP
NP
50
NP
NP
V`P
NP
NP
10
NP
NP
NP
7.5
6.4
20
NP
Np
IVl'
15.0
12.8
Cripple wall below
NQ
NP
NP
'2.5
19.1
one - or two-story dwell i ng
40
NP
NP
NP
30.0
25.5
50
NP
NP
NP
37.5
31.9
FarSl: I inch =Z.%A mm. I font =30:5 mm. I pound persquarr foul= 0.0479 kPa_
a. Lin= inierpt laiion shall bC permitted.
b. Wall bracing Icrtgths .arc based on a Ail site class! "D.' Interpolation of bracing Icneth ktweca the Ss values associated with the Seismic Dcsign Categories
shall he permitted when a site - specific S,s value is determined in 'eecordance with Secticat 1613-3 ni the Irrcrn0r.'mrad Brr'iding Corr.
c_ Alclhnd LIB shall have py psum board fastened to at least one side wish nails or screws per Table R602-1(1) for extcrior sheathint or Table R702.3-5 for
interior g)'pwin bcrafd. Spacing of fasteners at panel edges shall not Cxcecd s inches. -
d . Method CS -SFB applies in SDC C only.
e. Methods GB and PCP braced wag panel h1W ratio shag not exceed 1:1 In SDC D0, D1 or D2. Methods DAB, SFB, PBS, and HPS are not premitted it SDC 00, D1,
04,02
189
Table 8602.10.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
TABLE R602.10.4
BRAGNGINETHODS?
(corvrnrtca,
190
CONNECTION CRITERIA'
METHODS, MATERIAL
MUMUM THICKNESS
RGURE
Fasteners
Spacing
I x T,.vrxxl or
Wood: 2 -8d common nails
11'rxxi: per stud and
LIB
approved natal straps
at 45" to 60° anelec for
i
'jf��"'
or
3 -3r1 t?'f," long x ft I 1Y dla.r nails
top and botlim plate,
Let- in- brtcinz
ma_timum 16
Nlclal:
studspacing
tidal strap: per manufacturer
per manufaclun:r
'_ "i 1 "non imd) for
2 -8d (2'f. "long x 0.113"dia.) nails
Uiarnnal
n -mimum 24"
or
Per stud
ward boards
stud spacing
•-
2 - I'l," long staples
WSP
8dcomrtlonf21rZW.131)na,1s •- t:�_�� -'' "'�'�;,ter
"T_�,
2„
6 "ed:�s IL field
Wood
-structural panel
f
T
,W.! ftz l• ,
Sdcommenr27t2�cD.t3k)nelfs
vats ....._ °.-
(See SectionR6041
15 z"
- -• r_r.s.. iefio? s.. i ....... sicaz -u�._
R602.3(
s6&- r
I
12 "Field-
Wood Structural
-" at panel edges
Panels with Slane
! "
See Fime R602.10.6.5
Rd cotnnxm f21/;" x 0.1311 nails
I2" at intcrmcdiatc
orMasonre Vencer
"
supports4 "atbraccd
r
(sec. Section
wall panel end Posts
R602.10,631
z
1Y,' tong x 0.12 "dia. (for °l." thick
SFE
structural
l " or i,."for
shcalhing) I I," long x 0.13" dia.
y
maximum 16"
%hickshoathing)
3 ° edges 6"Gcld
fiberboard sheath-
stud spacing
1 . j
�
galvanized roaling nails or 8d common
ina
C2' /, "Ion! x 0.1.31 "dia.) nails
E
Nails or screws Per Table RRY2.30) for
For all braced wall
U
r:
GB
`"`° •-
exterior location
panel locakirms_ 7°
Gypsum hoard
' "
"
edges (including top
and bottom plates) 7"
Nails or screws per Table R702_3S for
interior locations
field
PBS
Particleboard
'l�"or' /; "for
maximum 16"
' �� -� . '
For'l, ". 6d common
(2" long x I ia.) nails
3 "cdges6 "field
sheathing
+See Section R605)
spacing
P O
�
l I�
-'
. 8 con
I�c�r � /.', dd common
(211," long x 0.131 "dia.) nails
PCP
Sce Section R703.6 for
-
I' /; long. I t gage. ' /lr. "dia. head nails
6" o.c. on all framing
Portland
cement plaster
maximum 16"
stud spacing
;
or
7f"- luny, 16 vagc staple, a
members
HIR5
fr.r nl ;icimum IK"
71,,,-
'^
0,092 "dia.. 0?25"dia. head nails with
Hardistnrd
'''
length to accommodate i li,"
4 "edges 3' ficid
panel siding
stud spying
r'
penetration into studs
'
Alternate
'! "
l t I i
I i
Sce Section R6t)2.10.6.1`
Section 8602.10.6.1
braced w'alt
1
(corvrnrtca,
190
TABLE 8602.10.4— contlnued
BRACING METHODS L
1"v�rSl: t inch ='S.4 mm. t Tt*ul =375 mm. I dc!•rec = O.iTI7s pad. 1 pound per square Iuot =37.8 term : t roll- per ne�lr =P.�ii mrs.
a. Adhesive attachment of wall sheathing. including victhod Gli. shall not he permitted in Seismic [)-sign Cate,•orics C. D,. D; and Dt.
h. Appties to panels nest to garage door opening when supposing gabic end will or roof load only, stay only he used on one wall of the garage. In Seismic
Iksign Catego s D, I), and Dxraof covering dead load may not exceed? psf.
C. Garage apcaings adjacent to a Method CS-G panel shall N pioividcd with a header in aecardanee with Table Ru12.30 ), A full height clear opening shall not
h permitted adjacent to a Method CS-G panel.
d. %tnM d CS -SFB &vs nol appfv in Seismic Design Calegorks 1),,1). and D, and in aras when: tftc wind speed execcds IrA mph.
c. Method applies to detached one -and two - family dwellings in Seismic Desi_go Categories Da through 1), only
t M h d O6 P watt hNV ref' had a cee i'•1 n irtei - SF PBS KPS snd PFD ar n rmited'ut
SDC MI. D1. or D2.
g Us-Is-p! st4ift* kt k4ced waV panels shaq be tuehbded in SOC till. Dl. or 02
191
CONNECTION CRITERIA'
METHODS. MATERIAL
MINIMUM THICKNESS
FIGURE
Fastonars
Spacing
PFH
Portal frame with
CTE.
See Scelion R602.10.6.2
Sec St:clion R602L 10.6 .2
g
hold{lowns
is
�kk
PFG
'It,°
if
See Straion R602.f0.6.3
See Section 8602.10.6.3
portal frame al garage
Cc.�CCP
• r
t enel d e �- ._�s.�- -�r`.
6 "edtcs 12• ft<1d
Conti nuouslysheattxd
'' —s"
.z
i
wo.•xl structural panel
7r,
n taw-,J311 news��_
Woo OiLim to l ed _.. _,. _
_ 6 "edges 12" field
CS.o' '
—
Co ucl thed
wood structural panl
=
St:c hlethoti CS- WSP
Sec h4eihtxl CS -1VSp
adjacent to garage
75>32"
f :1
openings
it
CS -PF
Continuously healhed '
15
I
See Section 11602.10 -6.4
See Section R6021. 10.6.4
_
portal frame
7502"
�=�'
_
I'i_'• long x 0, 1 2 "die.
(foe'!," thick sheathing)
or It,- fof
-` 4
131, " long x0.12 "dia.
Conti nuouslvsheathed
maximum 16
!
1for-`J „ "thicksheathing)
Yedges6 "feld
f
structural lrrhaard
stud spacins
ealvanizcd roofing nails or
8d common
(2 ii; long 0.1 31 "dia.) nails
1"v�rSl: t inch ='S.4 mm. t Tt*ul =375 mm. I dc!•rec = O.iTI7s pad. 1 pound per square Iuot =37.8 term : t roll- per ne�lr =P.�ii mrs.
a. Adhesive attachment of wall sheathing. including victhod Gli. shall not he permitted in Seismic [)-sign Cate,•orics C. D,. D; and Dt.
h. Appties to panels nest to garage door opening when supposing gabic end will or roof load only, stay only he used on one wall of the garage. In Seismic
Iksign Catego s D, I), and Dxraof covering dead load may not exceed? psf.
C. Garage apcaings adjacent to a Method CS-G panel shall N pioividcd with a header in aecardanee with Table Ru12.30 ), A full height clear opening shall not
h permitted adjacent to a Method CS-G panel.
d. %tnM d CS -SFB &vs nol appfv in Seismic Design Calegorks 1),,1). and D, and in aras when: tftc wind speed execcds IrA mph.
c. Method applies to detached one -and two - family dwellings in Seismic Desi_go Categories Da through 1), only
t M h d O6 P watt hNV ref' had a cee i'•1 n irtei - SF PBS KPS snd PFD ar n rmited'ut
SDC MI. D1. or D2.
g Us-Is-p! st4ift* kt k4ced waV panels shaq be tuehbded in SOC till. Dl. or 02
191
Figure R602.10.6.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
4'
v:
i
G
v
s
it
FANEL LENGTH PER
T�.ELE 850210 5 TOP PLATE SHALL BE CONTINUOUS
OVER BRACED WALL PANEL
15i3T'
STRUCTURAL PANEL
SHEATFCWs ON ONE FACE
mirl ; ktAr+2nan[ —
DOUBLE STUDS REQUIRED
MHOLD -GOVNJ OR fR)STRA.° -TYPE
ANCHORS PER TABLE 8502.10 6.1 M
OF EACH SHONN F Oq CLA.RRY,
STRAP -TYPE ANCHORS SHALL BE
PERIAITTED TO SEATTA.CHEO OVER
THE .':OCD STRUCTURAL PANEL
PANEL r,1U5 r 86 ATTACHED
TO CONCRETE F DOTING OR
CONCRETE F OUNDATION
MALL CORrIN000S OVER
BRACED :^TALL LINP
.. . r . . , :4 • I �' a ,5,�
12i 1;2' OfAR1ETER ANCHOR
BOLTS LOCATED BETWEEN
S' ANO 1t OF EACH END OF
THESEGMENT
FOR PANEL SPLICE (1= NEEDED)
ADJOINI'*PAIELEDGESSHALLMEET
OVER AND BE FASTENED TO COMNI QN
FRAMING
80 C MMON E^e�i NAILS @ 6-
O C AT PANELEDGES, FOR SINGLE
STORY AND @ C O.0 PANEL EDGES
FOR TFE FIRST OF 2STORIES
STUDS UNDER HEADER AS REQUIRED
SD COMMON GR GA!W R ;;NAILS @ IT
O.C.:.T INTERIOR SUPPORTS
IAIN, REINFORCING OFF FOUNDATION.
ONE 94 BAR TOP AMDBOTTOH LAP
BARS -4-141141141.114-
MINIMUM FOOTING SIZE UNDER
OPENING IS 12-X 12'.
Tr
F!C-U RE R602.1 0 6.1
METHOD ABW— ALTERNATE BRACED WALL PANEL
192
Figure R602.10,6.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
PO.YYYitLL
M -EX.k7
3
4
3
c v
_O W
g
r, ENT OF HEZER:PITH DO UBLE PORT AL FRANCS •T5Y0 BRACED YJAL' !Et5
V- 11YFINISHED WIDTH OF OPENING
FOR SINGLE OR DGOELE PQRTAL
FASTE11 SHE4511 111G TO H.-ACE R'WTH 30
COU N ON OR CALV41112E 0 DOK Y 4R.S 117 r ORID
PAT4+ERIr AS SHQTIN
HEADER TO JACK.STUC STRAP PER T4&_E
960210-4 4 ON BOTH SIDES OF OP'_RIHG
OPPOSITE SIDE OF SHEArNING
WIN DOUSLE 2 %a FR.:MiliG COWREJ VIITP. Pill
1�jl ,� �•TF X:K I.VpOD STRUCTURAL P411EL SHE ATY.I`; f.
4•FITN p CC1.161 C!1 OP. G%•LVNNRED 3CXII::LS A7
r0 C ILI FLL FRA-121110 4-, UDS. 0LQCKIING.AND
Sp-i-syrtm
MIN LE40TH OF PARELPER TABLE 0.502105
IIUN 2) +300 LESTRAP TYPE H0LGZ0vnN5
4EI :9 E9DED IRTO CONCRE TE 4140 IIVL =.O NITO
FRALIIY01
1111: R`_IYF0RCV1OOFF00II0A;1011 GN1442AR
TOP AND 007 T 0L1 OF FOOTING. LAP BL2S -V-
uN ;lu yam.
fill]. TOOTING 9Zr UNDER CFEN14G 1512'x13' ATUVM -L-
COV114 SLAB SHALL BE PERllr ED AT DOOR 0PEUMS.
BDI. (1) W DIALIETER ANCHOR BOLT RLSTALLED PER
R403.1 B -VIM 2'X2'X2fl6'P1ATccY4A9IfM
FRONT ELEVATION
FIGURE 8602.10.6.2
METHOD PFH— PORTAL FRAME WITH HOLD -DOWNS
AT DETACHED GARAGE DOOR OPENINGS
SECTION
FASTEII TO P
PLA7C TO
XE40ER ;YTTF"
-IV 0
ROWS OF LIM
SINKER NAILS AT
2'0C TIP
1�
UIII ?rE-A•o0D
STRUCTURAL
PAIIEL
SHEh HPIC
193
TE1i e- •,pNSTR AP PER
TAB LE R602 ID 3 S M
OPPOSITE SIDE OF
��IEATI!U1Gi �-
IF NE'_0EO, P4N ?L
SPLICE EDGES SHALL
OCCUR Olr.R AM BE
IfA1LED TO COP ON
BLOCKING VAT 4111
LI IO D LE 24' O F WALL
1,11D- HEIGHT. ONE
R0Y10F 3.0 C
F.'AILI!IG IS REQ_IRED
IN E4 "H PAPEL EDGE. —
T1 PICAL PORT sL
FRAFIE CONS!RUCTIO'1-
� BSr
�f1iH-:- canes °auc -L:tic
•.IF-
V14E
fill]. TOOTING 9Zr UNDER CFEN14G 1512'x13' ATUVM -L-
COV114 SLAB SHALL BE PERllr ED AT DOOR 0PEUMS.
BDI. (1) W DIALIETER ANCHOR BOLT RLSTALLED PER
R403.1 B -VIM 2'X2'X2fl6'P1ATccY4A9IfM
FRONT ELEVATION
FIGURE 8602.10.6.2
METHOD PFH— PORTAL FRAME WITH HOLD -DOWNS
AT DETACHED GARAGE DOOR OPENINGS
SECTION
FASTEII TO P
PLA7C TO
XE40ER ;YTTF"
-IV 0
ROWS OF LIM
SINKER NAILS AT
2'0C TIP
1�
UIII ?rE-A•o0D
STRUCTURAL
PAIIEL
SHEh HPIC
193
Table 8602.10.5 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
TABLE 8602.10.5
MINIMUM LENGTH OF BRACED WALL PANELS
METHOD
(Soo Table 11SMi0A)
ia1NIMUM LENGTH'
Qrtehes)
CONTRIBUTING LENGTH
(Inches)
-
Wall Haight
9 feet
9 feet
10 feet
ti (eat
12 feet
DWB. WSP. SPB. PBS. PCP. HPS. BV -1VSP
48
48
48
53
58
Actual'
GB
48
48
48
53;
5s
Douhle sided = Actual
Single sided= 0.5 x Actual
LIB
55
62
69
NP
NP
Actual`
A13W
SDC A. B and C.
wind speed < 1 If) mph
28
32
.u•1
38
4'2
44
SDC D,,. D; and D,
wind srved < 110 mph
3,
;�.
34
NP
NP
PFH
Supporting nxwf only
-ffr24
-Kr24
46.2
-�81L4
?
48
Supporting one story and roof
24
24
'24
2',•`
291
48
PFG
24
27
30
331
364
1.5 x Actual'
CS-G
24
27
30
33
36
Actual'
CS -PF
-Ffr ?4
{8 -24Ia
`.v
24`
Actual'
CS -WSP. CS -SFB
Adjacent clear cjxning height
CinchsK}
:564
24
27
30
33
36
Actual'
68
26
37
3f1
33
36
72
27 1
27
30
33
36
76
0
29
30
33
36
S0
32
10
30
33
36
35
32
32
33
36
88
38
35
:33
33
36
92
43
37
35
:35
36
%
48
41
38
36
36
100
—
44
40
:39
38
104
----
49
43
40
39
106
—
54
46
43
41
112
--
—
50
45
43
116
—
—
55
48
45
120
—
-
60
52
49
12.1
—
—
—
56
51
128
—
—
6i
54
132
—
—
66
59
136
—
—
—
—
62
140
—
—
—
—
66
144
—
—
—
—
72
For-51: 1 inch = 25.4 mm. I fmt =-1W.s mm. I mile perhour =0.447 nul.
iP= Not I%,rmiltrJ_
a. Linear imctpoloWn shall be permilted.
h. Use the actual length when it is grc-Jtcr than orcyual w the minimum kneth.
c. Slacimum header he"s_hl for I'M is 10 I in accordance with rigur•e R662. 1U_6?. but wall height may K- increased to I2 fectwith pony wall.
d. Maximum opening height for PFG is 10 feet in accordancc with Fig= R002.W.6.5. but wall height may be increased to 12 feet with pony wall.
c. Maximum opening height forCS -PF is 10 rest in acaxdanre with Fieure R602.10.6.4. but wall height may I% increased to 12 feel with piny wall.
194
Figure R602.10.6.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
c.
Z
a
U
c
PANEL LENGTH PER 1 p 5
TABLE 8802 - TOP PLATE SHALL BE CONTINUOUS
OVER BRACED WALL PANEL
1032"
IA IN, 4*- 1"100D
STRUCTURAL PANEL –
SFEATH.I4G ON ONE FACE
ldR3- 2� =!-F Af 7FJi= 61i[ -1 —
DOUBLE STUDS REQUIRED
421 HOLr1 -DOWN OR !21 STRAP -TYPe
AFFCHURS PER TABLE F602 10-65.1 rC
OF EACH SHOWN FOR CLA^nITY;_
STRAP -TYPE ANCHORS SHALL BE
PMAITTED TO BEATTACHEO OVER
THE 5400E STRUCTURAL PANEL
PANEL MUST B € A: TA.CHEO
TO CONCRETE FOOTING OR
CONCRETE FOUNDATION
:HALL coNriNUOUs OVER
9RACED :'TALL UNE
—
r ; 1
12) 112' DIA1.1 E TER ANCHOR
BDLTS LOCATED BETStiEEN
5' AND 12' OF EACH Eta OF
THE SEGMENT
FOR PAN T-1- SPLICE OF NEEDEO)
ADJ01M NG PA: ML EDGES SHALL MEET
OPERAND BE FASfENE0TO COMM ON,
FRAMING
80 COMMON 9P " "" SeR NAILS @ 6-
O C. ATPANEL EDGES FOR SINGLE
STORY AND @. -V C,C PA NCL EDGES
F O R TI-E FIRST OF 2 S T ORiES
STUDS LT4DER HEAOER AS REQUIRED
aD COMMON QR ^BO=NAILS @ 12-
0 C AT INTERICR SUPPORTS
MIN. RS!NFQRCING Or FOUNDATION•
ONE := BAR TOP AND BOTTOM LAP
BA.RS4z 61[INIIAWA.
24"
MINIMUM FOOTING SIZE UIICER
OPENING IS 12'X,2' #2-
$. -- PEW. - -
FIGURE R602.10.6.1
METHOD ABW— ALTERNATE BRACED WALL PANEL
195
Figure R602.10.6.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
XTEIIT OF HE ACE R YMN OO UELE P ORTAL FRAILE S 41V0 ERAC E D RIAL L PANELS*
_ .•.r.. -
2` OR 5111GLE QVYOTN OF OE AL
FOR SINGLE 0m OQUCIE PORTAL
TEIl STON ST. I+' PER
4A: /:fir _ .....
PONY kill �, TABLE ITF. 1 iC1;
HL,OH•
OP
POSTE SIDE OF _
;z SHCATHI1IG!
�'�.y�+�,� 3t IR 1 a15 T.c• -lY fHEFOEIt�x %� `���P � ;� �.
ST= ELHi06'S €RPROH Bf EO
,,'�t IF llE_GFC PLIieL .. .
SPLICE EDGES SHALL
%% FIST:R5KEATHMGTOHEADERYeTHSO t OCCURC'v :RAItOIIE
y; C014 Q ON O R OALVARIZED 0 DX11A%$ 1113- GRID NAILED TO CONVOY r
p y!
PAT—P-4 AS%4OYiN 2LOCKRIG VATNt'!
v O; I MM OL= u-OF',,ALL
4: HEAVER TO JACKSTUD Si P.AF PERI.ABL_` 1110 -H EIGH'. O!fE
8; P.602105& 014 BOTH SIDES OF OPENING ROYPGFYOC
OPPOSITE S!DEO=SHEATHInG :
NAILING IS µEGUIiiEO
S7 HI EACH PE;IELEOOE.
Will. DOUBLE 2X4 FRAQ1110 C04LRED ''IMLINI :I
15W- _1A- THICKWOOO STRUCTURAL PAUK SHE ATHIHG TvMALP0R7,AL tiz,a:.r
V117H 63 COMMON OR OALVAXIZEO BCXN1dLS AT FRAME CONSTRUCTION r
SOC IN FLLFRA"INOISTUOS,BLOCMICLiAND yi
r-'— YK LENGTH OF PAIIELPERTABLE R.5210c,
NNI Q)4200 LB STRAP -,'PE HOLOI+IY.VNS AM,
j
(EUSEUM Ul TQ COYGRETE AHDUFILEO A -
FRAQI!IGl I
11111. R_IIFORCPI6 OF FOUNOATION ONE 9QAR t;
OP ANC BO'TOLIOFFOOTIIIG. LAP BARS H'.?-
NIHIQ
11111 FOOTING SIFT UNDER CPE41HG IS 12'A. 12' A TURNEC, F--�
COVRI SLAB SHALL SE PgRUISrEG GT DOOR OPENINGS.
11114. 111 N't"ETE R ANCHOR EOLT 03TALLE D PEA
PIU3 I 6,'01RHrX0'X1IIB-MArV4LSFFR
FRONT ELEVATION
FIGURE R602.10.6.2
METHOD PFH— PORTAL FRAME WITH HOLD -DOWNS
AT DETACHED GARAGE DOOR OPENINGS
SECTION
FASTEN TOP
PLATE u
HEAOERVQTH
W0
ROWS OF I:.^,
SINNEAULKS AT
s OX TYP
15 Y
NRLd�;`!00 p
STRUCTURAL
PANEL
SHCAT4ING
Figure R602.10.6.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
Trtr°a+ «EauR eA�+_a_eLere.�r :L +: .+>.u,Tlra ee +tECtir +L
lf.4r({!Y 1 cC +ESEv W.N :1:IaE 11r FRAM
,cR sr
-iGLzQRcWsLEn!UAL AL
+EICar( :1
TCCIM otlQClCCItCa.-
y, ! ��. c:STc: rr ES 1:iYG i� wFIL`s�i 1a1M sG
• ! c�,lxo,<c�GA:•x•:+za:Gra.N.,u ��vsa4e t
wp.:TTRH�S S:ChN :.
ti (,E,c'•.ri:� /S1LC STRIP PCP T:G-e i I s
CpE$D= C.E'iN4
,! 7� CEPciITE SIC E7 lPE^�•!:a :i
yy RIr::CL9:C::t•rPl.6F!;3 aCL2W:.TTIT \FH. I;
3 ! 157!7 SEAN WrtH.' SrRXT."RAC 3AJ. :I
5r -A M,Ls :2,C- , %6•Fl.`H CP. GOLVw`i1:EC- •1
1 BMX S.:LS.:T 3' ^. ..:x s1.:= R4c�:w STU34.
- YLCC�ltiG,
412
Le,v. L6HG`• #FVIEiRM lLELi 41.1.3'0:
? rri.,;l +,sc;AL!EIERUr;,cRe :TS �;
r:IST+LLEC PER RM3T LTtiI IR _c.r.:s- "'LATE
wAS.FR 3-x3. 20229- ii -
4 -
i
OVER CORCR£TE OR MASONRY BLOCK FOU80ATION
L
V�
I::.1. SOLe PLAT
T.'T,gflirPi4.
I Ake Ao= 31
WW-. fr'.wF r1L :+i 9�1'JL[MaW +VE9
OVER RAISED VMD FLOOR . FRAMYIG ANCHOR OPTION
J-FJ1 roCRTAL i !-EA.:1sRC- CCE9'I07 LP V eR M9 W.. RIU-
WCC•.2 SU CTUR:.L ^r
PA'nL i>.✓awui 'l ..1.p FtAYr, � _� ArTFS4 y�#AIN
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zn4rixU."A; SLY 5- EST :Ei
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r��Up Sua EE
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cecrL;v R+m It
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Rl02 D! K
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'M07C- S• 2!F1LR1FU,SLSHE4Tr1:GOtlE2AFPR� £ a.`:OD=P.!U:C6T
11x71pT
AISEO FLOOD FLOOR - OVERLAP OPTION
xllF•'n P3FTAL SHEATTan 1 LAPA gyER bAV'a.,ryv OI V BC +aCI
FRONT ELEVATICN
SECTION
For SI: I inch ='25.4 mm, 1 foot = :04.8 mm.
FIGURE R602.10.6.4
METHOD CS- PF- CONTINUOUSLY SHEATHED PORTAL FRAME PANEL CONSTRUCTION
197
Section R602.10.9.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is deleted in its
entirety.
Section R606.2.4 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
R606.2.4 Parapet walls.
Unreinforced solid masonry parapet walls shall not be less than 8 inches (203 mm) thick and their
height shall not exceed four times their thickness. Unreinforced hollow unit masonry parapet walls
shall be not less than 8 inches (203 mm) thick, and their height shall not exceed three times their
thickness. Masonry parapet walls in areas subject to wind loads of 30 pounds per square foot
(1.44 kPa) or located in Seismic Design Category Do, D, or DZ, or on townhouses in Seismic
Design Category C shall be reinforced in accordance with Section R606.12.
Section R606.12.2.2.3 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read
as follows:
R606.12.2.2.3 Reinforcement requirements for masonry elements. Masonry elements listed
in Section R606.12.2.2.2 shall be reinforced in either the horizontal or vertical direction as shown
in Figure R606.11(3) and in accordance with the following:
1. Horizontal reinforcement. Horizontal joint reinforcement shall consist of Horizontal
reinforcement shall be provided within 16 inches (406 mm) of the top and bottom of these
masonry elements.
2. Vertical reinforcement. Vertical reinforcement shall consist of at least one No. 4 bar
spaced not more than 48 inches (1219 mm). Vertical reinforcement shall be within 8
inches (406mm) of the ends of masonry walls.
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Exception of Section R602.3.2 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended
to read as follows:
Exception: In other than Seismic Design Category Do, D, or Dz, a single top plate may be
installed in stud walls, provided the plate is adequately tied at joints, corners and interesting walls
by a minimum 3- inch -by -6 -inch by a 0.036 -inch -thick (76 mm by 152 mm by 0.914 mm)
galvanized steel plate that is nailed to each wall or segment of wall by six 8d nails on each side,
provided the rafters or joists are centered over the studs with a tolerance of no more than 1 inch
(25 mm). The top plate may be omitted over lintels that are adequately tied to adjacent wall
sections with steel plates or equivalent as previously described.
Section R803.2.4 is added to Chapter 8 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code to
read as follows:
R803.2.4 Openings in horizontal diaphragms.
Openings in horizontal diaphragms shall conform with Section R503.2.4.
Section R1001.3.1 of the 2013 Edition of the California Residential Code is amended to read as
follows:
R1001.3.1 Vertical reinforcing.
For chimneys up to 40 inches (1016 mm) wide, four No. 4 continuous vertical bars adequately
anchored into the concrete foundation shall be placed between wythes of solid masonry or within
the cells of hollow unit masonry and grouted in accordance with Section R609. Grout shall be
prevented from bonding with the flue liner so that the flue liner is free to move with thermal
expansion. For chimneys more than 40 inches (1016 mm) wide, two additional No. 4 vertical bars
adequately anchored into the concrete foundation shall be provided for each additional flue
incorporated into the chimney or for each additional 40 inches (1016 mm) in width or fraction
thereof.
SECTION 3: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT EXEMPTION. The
City Council determines that this ordinance is exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.,
"CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of Regulations
§§ 15000, et seq., the "State CEQA Guidelines ") because it consists only of minor
revisions and clarifications to an existing code of construction- related regulations and
specification of procedures related thereto and will not have the effect of deleting or
substantially changing any regulatory standards or findings required therefor. This
ordinance, therefore, is an action being taken for enhanced protection of the environment
and that does not have the potential to cause significant effects on the environment.
SECTION 4: SAVINGS CLAUSE. Repeal of any provision of the ESMC or any other
city ordinance herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or
preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before, this
Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed part will remain in full force and effect for
sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before the effective date of this
Ordinance.
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SECTION 5. SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is
deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that such
invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications
and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 6: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this the entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any
repeal of the ESMC or other the city ordinance by this Ordinance will be rendered void
and cause such ESMC provision or other the city ordinance to remain in full force and
effect for all purposes.
SECTION 7: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance will take effect on January 1, 2014.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2013.
Tracy Weaver
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
M
.Karl. H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
Bill Fisher, Mayor
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ATTAC H M E N T 8
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2013 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE.
The Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: FINDINGS. The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. Health and Safety Code § 17958 requires the City is required to
adopt certain uniform codes that are set forth in Health and Safety
Code § 17922 and published in the California Code of Regulations;
B. Pursuant to Government Code § 50022.2, et seq., the City
may adopt other uniform codes by reference;
C. It is in the public interest to adopt the 2013 Edition of the
California Green Building Standards Code ( "CGBSC ");
D. At least one copy of the CGBSC was filed with the City Clerk
of the City was available for public inspection for at least
fifteen (15) days preceding the date of the hearing
SECTION 2: Chapter 17 to Title 13 of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ")
is amended in its entirety to read as follows:
CHAPTER 17
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
SECTION:
13 -17 -1: California Green Building Standards Code
Adopted.
13 -17 -1: ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING
STANDARDS CODE, 2013 EDITION. Pursuant to California
Government Code § 50022.1 to 50022.8, the California Green
Building Standards Code, 2013 Edition, published at Title 24, Part
4, of the California Code of Regulations. One true copy of the
CGBSC, is on file in the office of the Building Official and is
available for public inspection as required by law.
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SECTION 3: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT EXEMPTION.
The City Council determines that this ordinance is exempt from review under the
California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§
21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14
California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ")
because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications to an existing code
of construction - related regulations and specification of procedures related thereto
and will not have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory
standards or findings required therefor. This ordinance, therefore, is an action
being taken for enhanced protection of the environment and that does not have
the potential to cause significant effects on the environment. Consequently, it is
categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA Guidelines §§ 15301 as a minor
alteration of existing public or private structures involving no expansion of use;
15305 as a minor alteration in land use limitations which do not result in any
changes in land use or density; and 15308 as an action taken by a regulatory
agency as authorized by California law to assure maintenance or protection of
the environment.
SECTION 5: SAVINGS CLAUSE. Repeal of any provision of the ESMC or any
other city ordinance herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability
incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any
violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed
part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting
violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 6: SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is
deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that
such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or
applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 7: % /;4LIDITY OF PREVIOUS ('ODP—: SFCTlONS. if this the entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent
jurisdiction, any repeal of the ESMC or other the city ordinance by this Ordinance
will be rendered void and cause such ESMC provision or other the city ordinance
to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.
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SECTION 8: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance will take effect on January 1,
2014.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 2013.
Bill Fisher,
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
LIM
Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do
hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of said City
is five; that the foregoing Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City
Council at a regular meeting held on the day of
2013, and was duly passed and adopted by said City Council, approved and
signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of
said Council held on the day of 2013, and the
same was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
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ATTAC H M E N T 9
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1997 EDITION OF THE
UNIFORM HOUSING CODE.
The Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: FINDINGS. The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. Health and Safety Code § 17958 requires the City is required to
adopt certain uniform codes that are set forth in Health and Safety
Code § 17922 and published in the California Code of Regulations;
B. Pursuant to Government Code § 50022.2, et seq., the City
may adopt other uniform codes by reference;
C. It is in the public interest to adopt the 1997 Edition of the
Uniform Housing Code;
D. At least one copy of the 1997 Uniform Housing Code was
filed with the City Clerk of the City was available for public
inspection for at least fifteen (15) days preceding the date of
the hearing
SECTION 2: Chapter 1 to Title 13 of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ")
is amended in its entirety to read as follows:
CHAPTER 1
HOUSING CODE
SECTI00N:
13 -1 -6: Uniform Housing Code Adopted.
13 -1 -6: ADOPTION OF THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE
1997 EDITION. Pursuant to California Government Code §
50022.1 to 50022.8, the Uniform Housing Code, 1997 Edition,
published by the International Council of Building Officials is
adopted by reference, One true copy of the CPC, is on file in the
office of the Building Official and is available for public inspection as
required by law.
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SECTION 4: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT EXEMPTION.
The City Council determines that this ordinance is exempt from review under the
California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§
21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14
California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ")
because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications to an existing code
of construction - related regulations and specification of procedures related thereto
and will not have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory
standards or findings required therefor. This ordinance, therefore, is an action
being taken for enhanced protection of the environment and that does not have
the potential to cause significant effects on the environment. Consequently, it is
categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA Guidelines §§ 15301 as a minor
alteration of existing public or private structures involving no expansion of use;
15305 as a minor alteration in land use limitations which do not result in any
changes in land use or density; and 15308 as an action taken by a regulatory
agency as authorized by California law to assure maintenance or protection of
the environment.
SECTION 5: SAVINGS CLAUSE. Repeal of any provision of the ESMC or any
other city ordinance herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability
incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any
violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed
part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting
violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 6: SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is
deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that
such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or
applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 7: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this the entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent
jurisdiction, any repeal of the ESMC or other the city ordinance by this Ordinance
will be rendered void and cause such ESMC provision or other the city ordinance
to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 8: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance will take effect on January 1,
2014.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 2013.
Bill Fisher,
Mayor
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APPROVED AS TO FORM
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
0
Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do
hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of said City
is five; that the foregoing Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City
Council at a regular meeting held on the day of ,
2013, and was duly passed and adopted by said City Council, approved and
signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of
said Council held on the day of 2013, and the
same was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
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ATTAC H M I—= N T 10
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 1997 EDITION OF THE
UNIFORM CODE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS
BUILDINGS.
The Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: FINDINGS. The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. Health and Safety Code § 17958 requires the City is required to
adopt certain uniform codes that are set forth in Health and Safety
Code § 17922 and published in the California Code of Regulations;
B. Pursuant to Government Code § 50022.2, et seq., the City
may adopt other uniform codes by reference;
C. It is in the public interest to adopt the 1997 Edition of the
Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Buildings;
D. At least one copy of the 1997 Edition of the Uniform Code for
the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings was filed with the
City Clerk of the City was available for public inspection for
at least fifteen (15) days preceding the date of the hearing
SECTION 2: Chapter 1 to Title 13 of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ")
is amended in its entirety to read as follows:
CHAPTER1
UNIFORM CODE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS
BUILDINGS
SECTION:
13 -1 -7: Uniform Code for the Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings Adopted.
13 -1 -7: ADOPTION OF THE UNIFORM CODE FOR THE
ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS 1997 EDITION.
Pursuant to California Government Code § 50022.1 to 50022.8, the
Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997
Edition, published by the International Council of Building Officials
is adopted by reference, One true copy of the CPC, is on file in the
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office of the Building Official and is available for public inspection as
required by law.
SECTION 4: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT EXEMPTION.
The City Council determines that this ordinance is exempt from review under the
California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§
21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14
California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ")
because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications to an existing code
of construction - related regulations and specification of procedures related thereto
and will not have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory
standards or findings required therefor. This ordinance, therefore, is an action
being taken for enhanced protection of the environment and that does not have
the potential to cause significant effects on the environment. Consequently, it is
categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA Guidelines §§ 15301 as a minor
alteration of existing public or private structures involving no expansion of use;
15305 as a minor alteration in land use limitations which do not result in any
changes in land use or density; and 15308 as an action taken by a regulatory
agency as authorized by California law to assure maintenance or protection of
the environment.
SECTION 5: SAVINGS CLAUSE. Repeal of any provision of the ESMC or any
other city ordinance herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability
incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any
violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed
part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting
violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 6: SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is
deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that
such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or
applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 7: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this the entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent
jurisdiction, any repeal of the ESMC or other the city ordinance by this Ordinance
will be rendered void and cause such ESMC provision or other the city ordinance
to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 8: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance will take effect on January 1,
2014.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 2013.
Bill Fisher,
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do
hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of said City
is five; that the foregoing Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City
Council at a regular meeting held on the day of ,
2013; and was duly passed and adopted by said City Council, approved and
signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of
said Council held on the day of 2013, and the
same was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
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ATTAC H NA E N T 1 y
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING POST DISASTER ASSESSMENT
STANDARDS.
The Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: FINDINGS. The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. Health and Safety Code § 17958 requires the City is required to
adopt certain uniform codes that are set forth in Health and Safety
Code § 17922 and published in the California Code of Regulations;
B. Pursuant to Government Code § 50022.2, et seq., the City
may adopt other uniform codes by reference;
C. It is in the public interest to adopt the Post Disaster
Assessment Standards;
D. At least one copy of the Post Disaster Assessment
Standards was filed with the City Clerk of the City was
available for public inspection for at least fifteen (15) days
preceding the date of the hearing.
SECTION 2: Chapter 1 to Title 13 of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ")
is added in its entirety to read as follows:
CHAPTER 1
POST DISASTER ASSESSMENT STANDARDS
SECTION:
13 -1 -8: Post Disaster Assessment Standards Adopted.
SECTION 3: ESMC Section 13 -1 -8 is added to read as follows:
Section 13 -1 -8 Post Disaster Assessment
Chapter 1. Post Disaster Safety Assessment Placards
Section 1 -1 Intent:
This chapter establishes standard placards to be used to indicate the condition of
a structure for continued occupancy after any disaster. The Chapter further
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authorizes the Building Safety Department, as well as authorized representatives
of the department, to post the appropriate placard at each entry point of a
building or structure upon completion of a safety assessment.
Section 1 -2 Application of Provisions:
The provisions of this article are applicable following each disaster for which a
local emergency has been declared by The City Council, State, or Federal
Government, to all buildings and structures of all occupancies regulated by the
City.
Section 1 -3 Definition:
SAFETY ASSESSMENT: means a visual, nondestructive examination of a
building or structure for the purpose of determining whether continued occupancy
should be permitted following a disaster.
Section 1 -4 Placards:
A. The following are descriptions of the official jurisdiction placards to be used to
designate whether buildings or structures may be occupied after a disaster. The
format of the placard is provided in the "Post Disaster Safety Assessment Plan"
published by the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services.
1. GREEN "INSPECTED — Lawful Occupancy Permitted" is to be posted on
any building or structure where no apparent structural hazard has been
found. This placard is not intended to mean that there is no damage to the
building or structure.
2. YELLOW "LIMITED ENTRY" is to be posted on each building or structure
that has been damaged where the damage has resulted in some form of
restriction to the continued occupancy. The individual who posts this placard
shall note in general terms the type of damage encountered
3. RED "UNSAFE — Do Not Enter or Occupy" is to be posted on each
building or stricture that has been damaged such that continued occupancy
poses a threat to life or safety. Buildings or structures posted with this
placard shall not be entered under any circumstances except as authorized
in writing by the Building Safety Department. El Segundo City approved
safety assessment teams shall be authorized to enter these buildings at any
time. This placard is not to be used or considered as a demolition order. The
individual who posts this placard shall note in general terms the type of
damage encountered.
B. The name of the department, its address and phone number shall be
permanently affixed to each placard.
C. Once it has been attached to a building or structure, a placard shall not be
removed, altered or covered until done so by an authorized representative
of the City of El Segundo Building Safety Department.
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Chapter 2 Post - disaster Demolition
Section 2 -1 Intent:
This chapter establishes demolition criteria for all buildings and structures
damaged as a result of a disaster for which a local emergency has been declared
by The City Council, State, or Federal Government, to the degree where
demolition is a viable alternative to repair.
Section 2 -2 Application of Provisions:
The provisions of this article are applicable following each disaster for which a
local emergency has been declared by The City Council, State, or Federal
Government, to all buildings and structures of all occupancies regulated by the
City.
Section 2 -3 Definition:
EVENT: Any occurrence, which results in the declaration of an emergency, and
shall include but not limited to, fires, wind storms, earthquakes and floods.
CONDEMN AND CONDEMNED: Shall also mean no person shall enter the
building or structure for any reason without the express written permission of The
Director of Planning Building Safety or his designee.
Section 2 -4 Demolition Criteria:
A. If after the event, and during any state of emergency, The Director of
Planning Building Safety determines that any building or structure poses an
imminent threat to public health and safety and that protection of the public
health and safety requires immediate demolition of the building or structure,
or a portion of a building or structure, the Director or his designee shall,
without contacting the owner or providing a hearing to the property owner,
order that said building or structure be demolished immediately. Upon the
order of the Director or designee, the City shall immediately demolish said
building or structure. Such demolition shall be performed in the interest of
public health and safety without condemnation hearings otherwise required
by this municipal code.
B. If after the event, The Director of Planning Building Safety determines that
any building or structure poses a hazard, but not an immanent threat to the
public health and safety, The Director or his designee shall notify the
building owner of such determination, and the reasons thereof by certified
mail return receipt deposited in the United States mail no later than five
days after the determination is made. The notice shall set forth the date,
time, and place of a hearing which the The Director or his designee shall
conduct, and also state that during the hearing the building owner may
present any evidence to explain why the building or structure should not be
condemned. The decision of The Director or his designee to condemn the
building or structure unless all required repairs are made shall be final. In
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making the final decision, The Director or his designee shall consider: 1) All
evidence presented at the hearing by the owner or his or her representative;
2) The nature of the hazard presented by the building or structure; and 3)
The likelihood of personal injury or death occurring if the building or
structure; and 3) The likelihood of personal injury or death occurring if the
building or structure is not condemned.
C. For any building or structure which the owner has decided to demolish
rather than repair, the owner, or owner's representative, shall follow the
established procedures for securing a demolition permit.
13 -1 -8: ADOPTION OF THE POST DISASTER ASSESSMENT
STANDARDS. Pursuant to California Government Code § 50022.1
to 50022.8, the Post Disaster Assessment Standards is adopted.
One true copy of the CPC, is on file in the office of the Building
Official and is available for public inspection as required by law.
SECTION 4: CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT EXEMPTION.
The City Council determines that this ordinance is exempt from review under the
California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§
21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14
California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ")
because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications to an existing code
of construction - related regulations and specification of procedures related thereto
and will not have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory
standards or findings required therefor. This ordinance, therefore, is an action
being taken for enhanced protection of the environment and that noes not have
the potential to cause significant effects on the environment. Consequently, it is
categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA Guidelines §§ 15301 as a minor
alteration of existing public or private structures involving no expansion of use;
15305 as a minor alteration in land use limitations which do not result in any
changes in land use or density; and 15308 as an action taken by a regulatory
agency as authorized by California law to assure maintenance or protection of
the environment.
SECTION 5: SAVINGS CLAUSE. Repeal of any provision of the ESMC or any
other city ordinance herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability
incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any
violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed
part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting
violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
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SECTION 6: SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is
deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the city council intends that
such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or
applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 7: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this the entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent
jurisdiction, any repeal of the ESMC or other the city ordinance by this Ordinance
will be rendered void and cause such ESMC provision or other the city ordinance
to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 8: EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance will take effect on January 1,
2014.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 2013.
APPROVED AS TO FORM
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
Bill Fisher,
Mayor
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ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do
hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of said City
is five; that the foregoing Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City
Council at a regular meeting held on the day of
2013, and was duly passed and adopted by said City Council, approved and
signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of
said Council held on the day of 2013, and the
same was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: October 15, 2013
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Council Member Fuentes
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action regarding an amendment to the Municipal Code banning retail
sales of dogs and cats. (Fiscal Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Direct staff to prepare an Ordinance amending the El Segundo Municipal Code (ESMC) to
ban the retail sale of dogs and cats; and/or
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
None
FISCAL IMPACT: N/A
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Suzanne Fuentes, Council Member
REVIEWED BY: 64-
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City ManagQPZL
I. Background and Discussion
The treatment of animals is regulated at both the Federal and State levels. The federal Animal
Welfare Act regulates breeders, while State law provides consumer protection and welfare
standards for animals sold in pet stores and by breeders. However, animal advocacy
organizations argue that those existing standards are not always adhered to and/or are insufficient
to protect animals. Proponents of bans on the retail sales of dogs and cats seek to reduce the
demand for animals often bred in so- called "puppy mills" and "kitten factories ", and increase
adoption of animals from local shelters and humane societies.
As a result, several cities nationwide, including at least thirteen (13) California cities have
adopted ordinances banning the retail sale of dogs and cats in recent years. Some of the cities
include Hermosa Beach, West Hollywood, Burbank, Glendale, Los Angeles, and San Diego.
II. Recommendation
Direct staff to complete the research and prepare an Ordinance to amend El Segundo Municipal
Code (ESMC) to ban the retail sale of dogs and cats. Alternatively discuss and take other
possible action related to this item.
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