Ordinance 4212ORDINANCE NO.4212
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS,
WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE STATE BUILDING CODE
AND THE CHAPTERS OF TITLE 19 OF THE EDMONDS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE PERTAINING TO THE
BUILDING CODE, THE RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE FIRE
CODE, THE MECHANICAL CODE, THE PLUMBING CODE,
THE ENERGY CODE, AND RELATED MATTERS
WHEREAS, the state building code is adopted by the state pursuant to RCW 19.27.031
and RCW 19.27.074; and
WHEREAS, the effective date of the 2018 building codes was deferred from July 1, 2020
to November 1, 2020 by gubernatorial proclamation 20-40; and
WHEREAS, the state building code council later voted to extend the date further to
February 1, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the state building code council had sought to further extend the effective date
of the 2018 codes until July 1, 2021 only to have that additional extension repealed by the
governor, which left the effective date of the state code as February 1, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the state building code is in effect in every city and county in the state of
Washington unless amendments to the state building code are adopted at the local level; and
WHEREAS, the city council is authorized to amend the state building code as it applies
within the City of Edmonds as long as the minimum performance standards of the codes and the
objectives enumerated in RCW 19.27.020 are not be diminished by any of the city's amendments
and subject to certain exceptions in Chapter 19.27 RCW; and
WHEREAS, the city's building official has recommended several amendments to the state
building code; NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, DO ORDAIN
AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Chapter 19.00, entitled "Building Code," chapter 19.05, entitled "Residential
Building Code," chapter 19.10, entitled "Building Permits -- Earth Subsidence and Landslide
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Hazard Areas," chapter 19.15, entitled "Mechanical Code and Fuel Gas Code," chapter 19.20,
entitled "Plumbing Code," chapter 19.25, entitled "Fire Code," chapter 19.30, entitled "Energy
Code," chapter 19.35, entitled "International Swimming Pool and Spa Code," chapter 19.40,
entitled "International Property Maintenance Code," chapter 19.45, entitled "International Code
Council Performance Code," chapter 19.50, entitled "International Existing Building Code," and
chapter 19.65, entitled "Marinas," of the Edmonds Community Development Code are hereby
amended to read as set forth in Attachment A hereto, which is incorporated herein by this
reference as if set forth in full (new text is shown in underline; deleted text is shown in strike-
thfetfg
Section 2. Severability. If any section, subsection, clause, sentence, or phrase of this
ordinance should be held invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of
the remaining portions of this ordinance.
Section 3. Effective Date. This ordinance, being an exercise of a power specifically
delegated to the City legislative body, is not subject to referendum and shall take effect five (5)
days after passage and publication of an approved summary thereof consisting of the title.
APPROVED:
01
M YOR MIKE NELSON
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ATTESTIAUTHEN, TED:
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CLERK, SCOTT PAS Y
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY:
BY
JEFF TARADAY
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: January 23, 2021
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: January 26, 2021
PUBLISHED: January 29, 2021
EFFECTIVE DATE: February 3, 2021
ORDINANCE NO. 4212
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 4212
of the City of Edmonds, Washington
On the 26`h day of January, 2021, the City Council of the City of Edmonds, passed
Ordinance No. 4212. A summary of the content of said ordinance, consisting of the title,
provides as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS,
WASHINGTON, AMENDING THE STATE BUILDING
CODE AND THE CHAPTERS OF TITLE 19 OF THE
EDMONDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CODE
PERTAINING TO THE BUILDING CODE, THE
RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE FIRE CODE, THE
MECHANICAL CODE, THE PLUMBING CODE, THE
ENERGY CODE, AND RELATED MATTERS
The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request.
DATED this 26th day of January, 2021.
i
CI CLERK, SCOT ASSEY
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Title 19 BUILDING CODES
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Title 19
BUILDING CODES
Chapters:
19.00 Building Code
19.05 Residential Building Code
19.07 Flood Damage Prevention
19.10 Building Permits — Earth Subsidence and Landslide Hazard Areas
19.15 Mechanical Code and Fuel Gas Code
19.20 Plumbing Code
19.25 Fire Code
19.30 Energy Code
19.35 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
19.40 International Property Maintenance Code
19.45 International Code Council Performance Code
19.50 International Existing Building Code
19.55 Electrical Code
19.60 Moving Buildings
19.65 Marinas
19.70 Fees
19.75 Street Names and Address Numbering
19.80 Appeals
19.85 Penalties
19.90 Limitation of Benefited and Protected Classes
19.95 Conversion Condominiums
ATTACHMENT A
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Chapter 19.00 BUILDING CODE
Chapter 19.00
BUILDING CODE
Sections:
19.00.000 Purpose.
19.00.005 Referenced codes.
19.00.010 Conflict between codes.
19.00.015 Administrative provisions.
19.00.020 International Building Code adopted.
19.00.025 International Building Code section amendments.
19.00.030 Architectural design review — Optional vesting.
19.00.040 Excluding nonconforming religious building from certain requirements.
19.00.045 Reconstruction of damaged buildings.
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19.00.000 Purpose.
The purpose of the codes and regulations adopted in this title is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life,
health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, construction, quality of materials, use
and occupancy, location and maintenance of all buildings and structures within the city of Edmonds. It is not the
purpose or intent to create or designate any particular class or group of persons to be especially protected or
benefited, nor is it intended to create any special relationship with any individual. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016;
Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 1, 2010].
19.00.005 Referenced codes.
Where the following codes are referenced within any of the codes adopted and amended in this title, they shall be
substituted as follows:
A. "International Building Code" shall mean the building code as adopted and amended in this title.
B. "International Residential Code" shall mean the residential building code as adopted and amended in this title.
C. "International Mechanical Code" shall mean the mechanical code as adopted and amended in this title.
D. "International Fuel Gas Code" shall mean the fuel gas code as adopted in Chapter 19.27 RCW and in accordance
with the mechanical code as adopted and amended in this title.
E. "International Fire Code" shall mean the fire code as adopted and amended in this title.
F. "Uniform Plumbing Code" shall mean the plumbing code as adopted and amended in this title.
G. "Washington State Energy Code" shall mean the energy code as adopted and amended in this title.
H. The "National Electrical Code" shall mean the electrical code as adopted and amended in this title.
I. "International Existing Building Code" shall mean the existing building code as adopted and amended in this title.
J. "International Property Maintenance Code" shall mean the property maintenance code as adopted and amended in
this title.
K. "International Code Council Performance Code" shall mean the performance code as adopted and amended in
this title.
L. "International Swimming Pool and Spa Code" shall mean the swimming pool and spa code as adopted and
amended in this title. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 1, 2010].
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19.00.010 Conflict between codes.
In case of conflict among any of the codes referenced in ECDC 19.00.005 as adopted and subsequently amended by
this chapter, the first named code shall govern over those following. In case of conflicts between other codes and
provisions adopted by this chapter, the code or provision that is most specific, as determined by the building official,
shall apply. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 1, 2010].
19.00.015 Administrative provisions.
The administrative provisions contained in Chapter 1 of the International Building Code as adopted and
subsequently amended by this chapter shall be used as the general administrative provisions for the codes listed in
ECDC 19.00.005(A), (B), (C), (D) and (F), unless otherwise required to meet the purpose of the code. [Ord. 4029 §
1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 1, 2010].
19.00.020 International Building Code adopted.
The International Building Code (IBC), 2018241-5 Edition, published by the International Code Council, as amended
by the Washington State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-50 WAC, and as subsequently amended by this
chapter, is hereby adopted along with Appendix Chapters E, G, H, I and J. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926
§ 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 1, 2010].
19.00.025 International Building Code section amendments.
The following sections of the IBC are hereby amended as follows:
A. Section 101.4.3, Plumbing, is amended to read:
The provisions of the onifornIleti] Plumbing Code shall apply to the installation, alteration, repair and replacement
of plumbing systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances, and where connected to
a water or sewage system and all aspects of a medical gas system.
B. Section 101.4.6, Energy, is amended to read:
The provisions of the Washington State Energy lBLz]Code shall apply to all matters governing the design and
construction of buildings for energy efficiency.
C. A. —Section 104.3, Notices and Orders, is amended to read:
The building official shall issue all necessary notices or orders to ensure compliance with this
code. The building official is also authorized to use Chapter 20.110 ECDC for code compliance in
addition to the remedies provided for in this code.
D.B—. Section 105.1.1, Annual Permit, is deleted.
E.Q. Section 105.1.1, Demolition Permits, is added and shall read:
Before the partial or complete demolition of any building or structure (interior or exterior), a
demolition permit shall be obtained from the building official. The permit fee is established
pursuant to Chapter 19.70 ECDC. The applicant shall also post with the city, prior to permit
issuance, a performance bond, or frozen fund, conforming to Chapter 17.10 ECDC herein, in an
amount to be determined by the building official to satisfy all city requirements no later than 180
days after the issuance of the permit. The demolition performance bond or frozen fund shall not be
released until the building official determines the following requirements have been completed:
1. Cap Abandoned Sanitary Sewers. Septic tanks shall be pumped, collapsed and removed
and/or filled with earth, sand, concrete, CDF or hard slurry.
2. Knock Down of Concrete Foundation Walls, Porches, Chimneys and Similar Structures.
Concrete, bricks, cobbles and boulders shall be broken to less than 12-inch diameter. Debris
left on site shall conform to IBC Section 1804.2 for clean fill.
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3. Construction debris, vegetation, and garbage attributable to the demolition shall be
removed from the site and from unopened street right-of-way within 30 days of written notice.
No debris of any kind may be placed or maintained on street right-of-way (including alleys)
without a permit issued pursuant to Chapter 18.60 or 18.70 of the Edmonds Community
Development Code.
4. Repair of any damage to, and restoration of, any public property to substantially original
conditions, i.e., alley, street, sidewalk, landscaping, water, sewer, storm and other utilities,
rockeries, retaining walls, etc, in accordance with this code and the City's engineering
requirements.
5. Grading of Site Back to Original Topography Grades. Basements shall be filled and
compacted to 90 percent as verified by a special inspector. "Structural fill" is defined as any
fill placed below structures, including slabs, where the fill soils need to support loads without
unacceptable deflections or shearing. Structural fill shall be clean and free draining, placed
above unyielding native site soils and compacted to a minimum of 90 percent modified
proctor, per ASTM D1557.
6. Temporary erosion control shall be installed and maintained per Chapter 18.30 ECDC.
F.I} Section 105.1.2, Annual permit records, is deleted.
G.I Section 105.2, Work exempt from permit, is replaced as follows:
Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for
any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or
ordinances of this jurisdiction. It is the applicant's responsibility to comply with bulk zoning code
standards per ECDC Title 16 and storm water management provisions per Chapter 18.30 ECDC.
Permits shall not be required for the following unless required by the provisions of ECDC Title 23
or limited or prohibited by the provisions of Chapter 19.10 ECDC:
1. Building (general):
(a) One (1) story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses
and similar uses; provided the floor area (including the exterior wall or post) does not
exceed 120 square feet, with a maximum eave of thirty (30) inches.
(b) Fences not over six (6) feet high; provided a permit is not required by Chapter 17.30
ECDC.
(c) Movable cases, counters and partitions not over five (5) feet nine (9) inches high.
(d) Retaining walls 4 feet (1,219 mm) in height or less measured vertically from the
finished grade at the exposed toe of the retaining wall to the highest point in the wall,
unless:
i. Supporting a surcharge; or
ii. Impounding Class I, II, III -A liquids; or
iii. Subject to the provisions of Chapter 23.50 ECDC or Chapter 23.80
ECDC.
(e) Rockeries. Construction of rockeries is limited as specified elsewhere in this code.
(f) Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000
gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed two (2) to one (1).
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(g) Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade, and not over
any basement or story below and are not part of an accessible route, provided a permit is
not required by Chapter 18.60 ECDC.
(h) Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops and similar finish work
provided that existing, required accessible features are not altered.
(i) Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
0) Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes.
(k) Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to an occupancy in which the pool walls are
entirely above the adjacent grade and the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons. Hot
tubs and spas less than 5,000 gallons, completely supported by the ground.
(1) Grading less than fifty (50) cubic yards (placed, removed or moved within any 365-
day period) unless subject to the provisions of Chapter 23.50 ECDC or Chapter 23.80
ECDC.
(m) Repair of appliances which do not alter original approval, certification, listing or
code.
(n) Replacement or adding new insulation with no drywall removal or placement.
(o) Replacement or repair of existing gutters or downspouts.
(p) The following types of signs are exempt from permit requirements except that
dimensional size and placement standards shall comply with Chapter 20.60 ECDC:
i. Replacing the panel on a previously permitted existing wall cabinet or
pole sign,
ii. Repainting an existing previously permitted wood sign,
iii. Painted or vinyl lettering on storefront windows,
iv. Governmental signs, campaign signs, official public notices, and signs
required by provision of local, state, or federal law,
V. Temporary signs announcing the sale or rent of property and other
temporary signs as described in ECDC 20.60.080,
vi. Signs erected by the transportation authorities, and temporary seasonal
and holiday displays.
2. Mechanical:
(a) Portable heating, ventilation, cooling, cooking or clothes drying appliances.
(b) Replacement of any part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such
equipment unsafe.
(c) Portable fuel cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are
not interconnected to a power grid.
(d) Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated
by this code.
(e) Portable evaporative cooler.
(f) Self-contained refrigeration systems containing ten (10) pounds or less of refrigerant
or that are actuated by motor of one (1) horsepower or less.
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3. Plumbing:
(a) The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided that the
replacement of defective material shall be done with new material and a permit obtained
and inspection made.
(b) Reinstallation or replacement of approved prefabricated plumbing fixtures that do not
involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves or pipes.
4. Residential permit exemptions:
In addition the following exemptions apply for single family dwellings:
(a) One (1) story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses
and similar uses; provided the floor area (including the exterior wall or post) does not
exceed 200 square feet, with a maximum eave of twelve (12) inches and maximum height
of fifteen (15) feet. Vehicle storage structures, such as garages and carports, are not
exempted.
(b) Window awnings supported by an exterior wall and do not project more than fifty-
four (54) inches from the exterior wall and do not require additional support. � J Q—
T;tle 23 pFavisions shall not apply to s teh ..
(c) Sport courts less than 2,000 square feet.
(d) Dock repair of individual decking members. ECDC Title �2423lJK41 provisions shall
not -apply.
(e) Replacement or repair of existing exterior siding. ECDC Tile 3 lJKs]Pf0'Vi"^"" shall --
not
(f) Replacement or repair of existing windows or doors provided; no alteration of
structural members is required,the-epl.,eenlent would not require installation e safety
glazing is provided where required, glazing U-value meets prescriptive requirements of
the energy code, fall protection is provided where required, and egress requirements are
maintained.theinstallation doesnot invelve feqttifeegress windows. lDCTitle 23
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(g) Minor like -for -like drywall repairs not involving fire -rated assemblies.
(h) Replacement or repair of idual decking, or individual joists, stair treads, or
intermediate rails. EGDG Title h3 lX7]
(i) Oncovered platforms, decks, patios, not exeeedin . 200 squafe feet in area, that are not
more than thirty (30) inches above grade (measured vertically to the grade below at any
point within 36 inches of the outer edge of the deck -.).at .,n.. point and do notSefve
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0) Canopies, as defined in ECDC 17.70.035, accessory to a single family dwelling, with
a floor area measured to the exterior wall or post not to exceed 200 square feet, for
covered storage, carport or similar use.
(k) Reroof overlays. Overlays are not permitted over slate, clay or cement tiles, or where
the existing roof has two or more applications of any type of roofing.
H.F-. Section 105.3.2, Time limitation of permit application, is amended to read:
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1. Applications, for which no permit is issued within 180 days following the date of
application, shall expire by limitation, and plans and other data submitted for review may
thereafter be returned to the applicant or destroyed by the building official.
2. The building official may extend the time for action by the applicant for a period not
exceeding 180 days prior to such expiration date.
3. No application shall be extended more than once for a total application life of 360 days
except as allowed within this section. In order to renew action on an expired application, the
applicant shall submit a new application, revised plans based on any applicable code or
ordinance change, and pay new plan review fees.
4. The Building Official may extend the life of an application if any of the following
conditions exist:
(a) Compliance with the State Environmental Policy Act is in progress; or
(b) Any other City review is in progress; provided, the applicant has submitted a
complete response to City requests or the Building Official determines that unique or
unusual circumstances exist that warrant additional time for such response and the
Building Official determines that the review is proceeding in a timely manner toward
final City decision; or
(c) Litigation against the City or applicant is in progress, the outcome of which may
affect the validity or the provisions of any permit issued pursuant to such application.
I.F. Section 105.3.3, Fully complete application, is added and reads:
In accordance with the provisions of RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074, an applicant's rights
shall vest when a fully complete building permit application is filed. A fully complete
building permit application is an application executed by the owners of the property for which
the application is submitted or the duly authorized agent(s) for such owners, containing each
and every document required under the terms of these ordinances and the IBC and is
substantially complete in all respects. It is anticipated that minor changes or revisions may be
required and are frequently made in the course of any building application review process,
and such minor revisions or changes shall not keep an application from being deemed
complete if a good faith attempt has been made to submit a substantially complete application
containing all required components. Where required, the application and supporting
documents shall be stamped and/or certified by the appropriate engineering, surveying or
other professional consultants. A fully complete building permit application shall be
accompanied by all required intake fees, including but not limited to plan review fees required
under the provisions of this chapter and code.
J.H-. Section 105.3.4, Concurrent review, is added and reads:
An applicant may submit an application for building permit approval and request plan review
services concurrently with, or at any time following, the submittal of a complete application
for any necessary or required discretionary permit approval or discretionary hearing;
provided, that any building permit application submitted concurrently with an application for
discretionary permit or approvals shall not be considered complete unless the applicant
submits a signed statement, on a form approved by the director, which acknowledges that the
building permit application is subject to any conditions or requirements imposed pursuant to
the review and approval of any necessary or required discretionary permit or approvals. The
applicant shall solely bear the risk of building permit submittal with discretionary permit
approval. If, after discretionary approval, the building permit plans are modified or amended
to comply with conditions or restrictions required by any discretionary permit or approval, the
applicant shall be solely responsible for any and all costs which result therefrom, including
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but not limited to additional full plan review fees; provided further, that any applicant -
initiated changes made after the original plan review is complete shall also require payment of
full plan review fees.
K.-I-. Section 105.5, Permit expiration and extension, is amended to read:
1. Every permit issued under ECDC Title 19 shall expire by limitation 360 days after
issuance, except as provided in ECDC 19.00.025I(2).
2. The following permits shall expire by limitation, 180 days after issuance and may not be
extended, unless they are associated with a primary building permit for a larger construction
project, in which case they may run with the life of the primary permit:
Demolition permits;
Permits for Moving Buildings required by Chapter 19.60 ECDC;
Mechanical permits;
Tank removal, tank fill, or tank placement permits;
Grading, excavation and fill permits;
Water service line permits;
Plumbing permits;
Gas piping permits;
Deck and dock permits;
Fence permits;
Re -roof permits;
Retaining wall permits;
Swimming pool, hot tub and spa permits;
Sign permits;
Shoring permits;
Foundation permits.
3. Prior to expiration of an active permit the applicant may request in writing an extension for
an additional year. Provided there has been at least one (1) required progress inspection
conducted by the city building inspector prior to the extension, the permit shall be extended.
Permit fees shall be charged at a rate of one quarter the original building permit fee to extend
the permit.
4. If the applicant cannot complete work issued under an extended permit within a total period
of two (2) years, the applicant may request in writing, prior to the second year expiration, an
extension for a third and final year. Provided there has been at least one (1) required progress
inspection conducted by the city building inspector after the previous extension, the permit
shall be extended. Permit fees shall be charged at a rate of one quarter the original building
permit fee to extend the permit.
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5. The maximum amount of time any building permit may be extended shall be a total of three
(3) years. At the end of any three (3) year period starting from the original date of permit
issuance, the permit shall become null and void and a new building permit shall be required,
with full permit fees, in order for the applicant to complete work. The voiding of the prior
permit shall negate all previous vesting of zoning or Building codes. Whenever an appeal is
filed and a necessary development approval is stayed in accordance with ECDC 20.06.030 the
time limit periods imposed under this section shall also be stayed until final decision.
6. The building official may reject requests for permit extension where he determines that
modifications or amendments to the applicable zoning and Building codes have occurred
since the original issuance of the permit and/or modifications or amendments would
significantly promote public health and safety if applied to the project through the issuance of
a new permit.
L.J-. Repealed by Ord. 3926.
M.K—. Section 107.3.3, Phased approval, is amended to read:
1. The building official may issue partial permits for phased construction as part of a
development before the entire plans and specifications for the whole building or structure
have been approved provided architectural design board approval has been granted and a fully
complete permit application for the entire building or structure has been submitted for review.
2. Phased approval means permits for grading, shoring, and foundation may be issued
separately, provided concurrent approval is granted by the planning manager, city engineer
and fire marshal, when applicable. No phased approval pen -nit shall be issued unless approved
civil plans detailing the construction of all site improvements including, but not limited to:
curbs, gutters, sidewalks, paved streets, water lines, sewer lines, and storm drainage have been
signed as approved by the city engineer.
3. With such phased approval, a performance bond shall be posted with the city pursuant to
Chapter 17.10 ECDC, to cover the estimated cost of construction to city standards for the
improvements.
N.M-. Section 113, Board of Appeals, is deleted and replaced by Chapter 19.80 ECDC.
O. Section 202, the definition of HIGH-RISE BUILDING, is amended to read:
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HIGH-RISE BUILDING. A building with an occupied floor or rooftop lBL91located more than 75 feet (22 860
mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
P.N-. Section 502.15912, Address Identification, is amended to read:
Approved numbers or addresses shall be installed by the property owner for new and existing
buildings in such a position as to be clearly visible and legible from the street or roadway
fronting the property. Letters or numbers on the building shall be a minimum six (6) inches in
height and stroke a minimum of .75 inch of a contrasting color to the building base color.
Where public or private access is provided and the building address cannot be viewed from
the public way, a monument, pole or other approved sign or means shall be used to identify
the structure. This means of premises identification does not preclude approved identification
also affixed to structure.
Q.9. Section 903.2 is amended to read:
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Where Required. Approved automatic fire sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures
shall be provided in the locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.13.
R.g Section 903.2.13 is added.
Automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be provided as required by ECDC 19.25.035A.
S.Q-. Section 903.3.7 is amended to read:
Fire department connections shall be installed in accordance with Section 912 and ECDC
19.25.035B.
T.R-. Section 907.2 is amended to read:
Where required - new buildings and structures. An approved fire alarm system installed in
accordance with this code and NFPA 72 shall be provided in new buildings and structures in
accordance with Sections 907.2.1 through 907.2.24 and provide occupant notification in
accordance with Section 907.5, unless other requirements are provided by another section of
this code.
U.S-. Section 907.2.24 is added.
Fire alarm and detection system shall be provided as required by ECDC 19.25.035C.
V. Section 1608.1 General, is amended to read:
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shall not be less than that determined by Section 1607, or 25 pounds per square foot, whichever is greater.
W.V-. Section 3108.1.1, Radio, television and cellular communication related equipment and devices, is added and
reads:
A permit shall be required for the installation or relocation of commercial radio, television or
cellular tower support structures including monopoles, whip antennas, panel antennas,
parabolic antennas and related accessory equipment, and accessory equipment shelters
(regardless of size) including roof mounted equipment shelters.
X.W-. Section 3109.2, Applicability and maintenance, is added and reads:
1. Swimming pools, hot tubs and spas of all occupancies shall comply with the requirements
of this section and other applicable sections of this code.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to maintain a swimming pool, hot tub or spa in a clean
and sanitary condition and all equipment shall be maintained in a satisfactory operating
condition when the swimming pool, hot tub or spa is in use. A swimming pool, hot tub or spa
that is neglected, not secured from public entry and/or not maintained in a clean and sanitary
condition or its equipment in accord with manufacturers recommendations shall be
determined to be a hazard to health and safety and shall be properly mitigated to the
satisfaction of the building official.
Y.X-. Section 3109.3, Location and Setbacks, is added and reads:
Swimming pools, hot tubs and spas shall meet requirements of the zoning code of the city of
Edmonds.
1. Minimum setbacks are measured from property lines to the inside face of the pool, hot tub
or spa as required by the zoning code for accessory structures.
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2. All other accessory buildings and equipment shall meet the normally required setbacks for
accessory structures in the zone in which they are located.
Z.Y—. Section 3109.4, Tests and cross -connection devices, is added and reads:
1. All swimming pool, hot tub and spa piping shall be inspected and approved before being
covered or concealed.
2. Washington State Department of Health approved cross connection devices are required to
be provided on potable water systems when used to fill any swimming pool, hot tub or spa.
AA.Z Section 3109.5, Wastewater disposal, is added and reads:
A means of disposal of the total contents of the swimming pool, hot tub or spa (including
partial or periodic emptying) shall be reviewed and approved by the public works director.
1. No direct connection shall be made between any swimming pool, hot tub or spa to any
storm drain, city sewer main, drainage system, seepage pit, underground leaching pit, or sub-
soil drain.
2. A sanitary tee (outside cleanout installed on the main building side sewer line) shall be
provided for draining of treated water into the city sanitary sewer system.
BB.At Section 3109.9, Inspection requirements, is added and reads:
The appropriate city inspector shall be notified for the following applicable inspections:
1. Footing, wall, pre -form, pre-gunite, erosion control, underground plumbing, sanitary
extension and cleanout, mechanical pool equipment, gas piping, mechanical enclosure
location, cross connection and final inspection.
2. An initial cross connection control installation inspection is required by the city cross
connection control specialist prior to final installation approval.
3. All backflow assemblies shall be tested by state certified backflow assembly testers upon
initial installation and then annually thereafter. Copies of all test reports shall be submitted to
the city water division for review and approval.
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CC.B&. Appendix E, Accessibility Requirements, is amended by deleting Sections E107, E108, E110 and E111.
DD. Appendix H, Signs, is amended as follows:
1. Section H101.2, Signs exempt from permits, is replaced by subsection (E)(1)(p) of this section.
2. Section H101.2.1, Prohibited signs, is added and reads as follows:
a. It is unlawful for any person to advertise or display any visually communicated
message, by letter or pictorially, of any kind on any seating bench, or in direct connection
with any bench.
b. All signs not expressly permitted by Chapter 20.60 ECDC.
c. Signs which the city engineer determines to be a hazard to vehicle or pedestrian traffic
because they resemble or obscure a traffic control device, or pose a hazard to a pedestrian
walkway or because they obscure visibility needed for safe traffic passage. Such signs
shall be immediately removed at the request of the city engineer.
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d. All signs which are located within a public right-of-way and that have been improperly
posted or displayed are hereby declared to be a public nuisance and shall be subject to
immediate removal and confiscation per ECDC 20.60.090.
3. Sections H104, Identification, H106.1.1, Internally illuminated signs, H107, Combustible materials, H108,
Animated devices, H109.1, Height restrictions, and H110, Roof signs, are deleted. [Ord. 4154 § 9 (Att. D),
2019; Ord. 4111 § 2 (Exh. 2), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 4026 § 2 (Att. B), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1
(Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3845 § 6, 2011; Ord. 3796 § 1, 2010].
19.00.030 Architectural design review — Optional vesting.
In addition to the vesting rights created by RCW 19.27.095 and ECDC 19.00.015, an applicant for development as
defined in ECDC 20.10.010 and subject to architectural design board (ADB) review may, at the applicant's option,
file a fully complete augmented architectural design review application (hereinafter "augmented ADB application")
and vest rights including applicable permit, development and impact fees under the provisions of the ECDC and the
State Building Code as adopted and amended by the city of Edmonds, this title as then in effect, to, but only to, the
extent that the application provides full and detailed information necessary to confirm the particular regulation to be
vested. The burden is on the applicant to provide such detail.
A. A fully complete, augmented application for architectural design review shall consist of a complete application
for architectural design review, executed by each and every property owner of record of the development site or
their duly authorized agent(s), accompanied by the following:
1. All fees required by ordinance, including impact mitigation fees, to be deposited at the time such State
Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) requirements become final.
2. A site plan showing the current zoning of the development site, the footprint of all proposed structures, the
total square footage and use of each floor, all setbacks required by either the zoning code or State Building
Codes, proposed parking configurations, and exits.
3. Elevation drawings showing the original grade of the site, any proposed alterations to grade, the proposed
height of the structure and the number of stories.
4. A letter executed by all owners of record or their duly authorized agent(s) detailing the proposed use in
sufficient detail to determine whether the proposed use complies with the zoning code then in effect and with
the building code then in effect to determine type of construction and occupancy classifications of the IBC and
IFC as those codes then in effect.
5. A building permit application, as described in IBC Section 105.3 as the same exists or is hereafter amended,
and all building permit and plan review fees as established and set forth in Chapter 19.70 ECDC; provided, that
the plans required by IBC Section 107, as the same exists or is hereafter amended, and other engineering
documents, plans or drawings required by ECDC Title 18 may be submitted within 90 days of final ADB
approval, or final approval on appeal.
B. Upon filing of the augmented ADB application, the applicant shall be deemed fully vested as if a fully complete
building permit application had been filed; provided:
1. The burden shall be upon the applicant to supply all material required by the provisions of this section and as
necessary to meet the requirements of Chapter 20.10 ECDC. The applicant may supplement the original
application in the event an application is deemed incomplete by the development services director or designee.
Vesting shall occur only when the application is deemed complete by the development services director.
Failure to supplement an incomplete application within 90 days of final ADB approval shall result in forfeiture
of all fees paid and no vesting right shall attach.
2. The application shall expire along with all rights vested 180 days following the date of application if final
architectural design approval is not received.
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a. The development services director or designee may issue an extension for an additional period, not
exceeding 180 days, upon written request by the applicant(s) or their agent(s). Such request for extension
shall be filed prior to the expiration of the original application time period. An extension shall be granted
if the architectural design board has not yet considered the application or an appeal thereof is pending.
b. The time period shall run concurrently with the periods established by ECDC 19.00.025 as the same
exists or is hereafter amended. No application shall be extended more than once. In order to renew an
application after expiration, the applicant shall resubmit all required information and pay a new plan
review fee.
3. The applicant shall comply with all provisions of state law and regulation and this code regarding SEPA
review. Review periods or delays occasioned by SEPA shall stay the time periods set by this chapter.
4. Following final ADB approval, the applicant shall file the plans and information required by IBC Section
107. It is anticipated that minor adjustments and changes may be and are usually required to the plans
submitted as a result of the plan review and administrative process; provided, that the following changes shall
not be considered "minor" and shall forfeit vesting rights, and shall require the filing of a new application:
a. Any substantial change not required by the terms of ADB approval.
b. Any increase in height or total square footage or any change which would change the occupancy
classification for the purposes of the State Building Code.
5. Any decision of the city staff regarding the application stated in this section and its interpretation shall be
considered a Type I decision appealable only to the superior court of Snohomish County by Land Use Petition
Act.
C. The rights vested by ECDC 19.00.025(G) (Section 105.3.3 of IBC as amended) and this section refer only to
zoning and building code rights protected by RCW 19.27.095.
D. These sections shall not be interpreted to create vesting rights not protected by RCW 19.27.095 and shall not be
interpreted as a further limitation on the administrative obligations and legislative powers of the city. By way of
illustration and not limitation, this chapter does not limit:
1. The city council's authority to create local improvement districts.
2. The city council's authority to legislate life safety requirements that are not required to recognize existing
vested rights.
3. Environmental and shorelines review and mitigation procedures. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 §
1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 1, 20101.
19.00.040 Excluding nonconforming religious building from certain requirements.
Existing legal nonconforming churches, synagogues, mosques and other buildings used for religious observance
(hereinafter "church" or "churches") are hereby excluded from any requirement of the State Building Code which
would be triggered by a change of use as specifically limited and set forth herein:
A. This change in use exclusion is limited solely to a change in use for the provision of emergency housing to the
homeless and other indigent persons. The term "emergency" shall mean the housing of indigent and homeless
persons when the ambient temperature is forecast by the National Weather Service to be below 33 degrees for a
four-hour overnight period or when wind chill, violent storms or other inclement conditions present a direct threat to
the lives of homeless and other indigent persons without shelter. Such danger could include, but is not limited to, the
threat presented by carbon monoxide poisoning for persons attempting to take shelter in cars or other vehicles with
the motor running.
B. In order to claim this exclusion, a church shall:
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1. Be a legal nonconforming structure prior to the provision of emergency housing for the homeless and
indigent. In the alternative, a church may establish that it has previously provided overnight housing to
members of its congregation or the public in emergencies, for educational, religious or other purposes.
2. Maintain a "fire watch." The term "fire watch" shall mean the maintenance during all times when indigent
housing services are provided of a watch by paid staff or volunteers who shall, on premises, monitor for fires or
violations of no smoking prohibitions. At least one fire monitor shall be provided for each eight persons
housed.
3. Provide an operational smoke detection system.
4. Prohibit the smoking of tobacco or similar products on the premises and prohibit the use of any open flame
in the area in which the homeless or indigent persons are temporarily housed.
5. Maintain clear and unobstructed means of egress. Exits must not be locked in the direction of egress unless a
special egress control device is installed in accordance with the building code.
C. The application of this exclusion is intended to fulfill the city's obligation to provide flexibility and consider
reasonable alternatives in the application of the rigid requirements of the State Building Code. The building official
is directed to avoid technical inflexibility, to consider the use of any reasonable alternative which would provide the
minimum protections required either under the State Building Code or this exclusion and to be flexible when
considering alternative approaches to the specific requirements set forth above. All decisions by the building official
shall be in writing and articulate the public interest to be served as well as an analysis of the alternatives.
D. These provisions are for the purpose of providing for and promoting the health, safety and welfare of the general
public. See Chapter 19.90 ECDC, Limitation of Benefited and Protected Classes. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016;
Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 1, 2010].
19.00.045 Reconstruction of damaged buildings.
For any structure that is destroyed, damaged or demolished in an amount equal to 75 percent or more of its
replacement cost at the time of destruction, the reconstruction shall be considered to be under the category of "new"
construction. Determination of replacement costs and the level of destruction shall be made by the building official
and shall be appealable as a Type II staff decision under the provisions of Chapter 20.06 ECDC. The "new"
construction will be subject to all applicable requirements of the Edmonds Community Development Code for a new
building, including but not limited to zoning, utilities and site -related features; provided, that Chapter 17.40 ECDC
also applies to certain requirements for nonconforming buildings and uses. [Ord. 4151 § 3 (Att. A), 2019].
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Chapter 19.05
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CODE
Sections:
19.05.000
International Residential Code adopted.
19.05.010
Chapter 1 not adopted.
19.05.015
Other chapters not adopted.
19.05.020
Section amendments.
19.05.030
Manufactured home installation standards.
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19.05.000 International Residential Code adopted.
The International Residential Code (IRC), 2015 Edition, published by the International Code Council, as amended
by the Washington State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-51 WAC, and as subsequently amended by this
chapter, is hereby adopted along with Appendix Chapters A, B, C, E, F,-and K and �Q[BL111. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A),
2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3819 § 1, 2010; Ord. 3796 § 2, 2010].
19.05.010 Chapter 1 not adopted.
Chapter 1 is not adopted, except as provided for in ECDC 19.00.015. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1
(Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 2, 2010].
19.05.015 Other chapters not adopted.
Chapters It, 20 and 21, and Part VII, Plumbing, and Part VIII, Electrical, are not adopted. See Chapter 19.20 ECDC
for adopted plumbing code and Chapter 19.55 ECDC for adopted electrical code. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016;
Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013].
19.05.020 Section amendments.
The following sections of the IRC are hereby amended as follows:
A. Table R301.2(1), Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria, is amended with the following criteria:
1. Ground Snow Load = 25 psf non -reducible; Roof Snow Load = 25psf non -reducible
2. Wind Speed(d) = Basic = 85 mph; Ultimate = 110 mph
3. Topographical effects(k) = No
4. Seismic Design Category(f) = D1
5. Weathering(a) = moderate
6. Frost Line Depth(b) = 18 inches for primary structures; 12 inches for porches and decks
7. Termite(c) = slight to moderate
8. Winter Design Temp(e) = 27 degrees F
9. Flood Hazard(g) = NFIP adoption $/8/78IBu213 4. Date of FIS 6/19/20 FIRM maps
6/19/2011,18,199
10. Ice Shield Underlayment(h) = not required
11. Air Freezing Index(i) = 1750 100A
12. Mean Annual Tempo) = 50 degrees F
B. R3134, Automatic fire sprinkler system, is added and amended to reads:
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1. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in new buildings containing
three (3)fiNe (5) or more attached dwelling units. Refer to ECDC 19.25.035.
2. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in new one -family and two-
family dwellings and townhouses exceeding 3,000 square feet of fire area.
3. The design and installation of residential fire sprinkler systems shall be in accordance with
NFPA 13D.
C. Any definitions in Appendix E, entitled "Manufactured Housing Used as Dwellings," which
are inconsistent with definitions set forth in this chapter 19.05 ECDC, including the
definitions of "manufactured home" and "mobile home" in AE201.1, are not adopted, and the
definitions set forth in this chapter shall prevail.
[Ord. 4199 § 3 (Att. C), 2020; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013;
Ord. 3819 § 2, 2010; Ord. 3796 § 2, 2010].
19.05.025 Applicability of International Residential Code.
A. Definitions.
1. "Manufactured home" means a factory -built dwelling that is built in accordance with regulations adopted
under the national manufactured housing construction and safety standards act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5401 et
seq.).
2. "Modular home" means a dwelling that is constructed in a factory in one or more modules, each of which:
(a) meets applicable State and City building codes; and
(b) is transported to the home building site, installed on foundations, and completed.
3. "Mobile home" means a factory -built dwelling built before June 15, 1976, to standards other than the
national manufactured housing construction and safety standards act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5401 et seq.), and
acceptable under applicable state codes in effect at the time of construction or introduction of the home into
this state.
B. Applicability of the IRC.
1. The International Residential Code (IRC) does not apply to the construction or installation of manufactured
homes, except to the extent that Appendix E of the IRC applies.
The International Residential Code does apply to the construction of modular homes.
19.05.030 Manufactured home installation standards.
A. Local authority related to manufactured homes.Do,mit Regulations,.
1. The City establishes standards for manufactured homes governing the building site and performs installation
inspections. "Installation" is the activity needed to prepare a building site and to set a manufactured home
within that site.
2. The building official shall have the authority to enforce City regulations governing the building site and
installation of a manufactured home.
3. The City shall have the authority to ensure that self-supporting awnings, carports, porches and similar
structures or additions comply with applicable regulations.
4.4-. Chapter 296-150M WAC, as currently promulgated together with any future amendments thereof, or future
additions thereto, is hereby adopted. The building official is authorized to issue building permits and collect
permit fees for the installation of all manufactured homes that meet the requirements of this chapter, to inspect
the installation of manufactured homes, and enforce all violations of this chapter.
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5.-3-. The installation of manufactured homes shall be enforced and fees charged by the City in the same manner
the State Building Code is enforced under RCW 19.27.050. Fees for the installation of a manufactured home
shall be as set forth in Chapter 19.70 ECDC. All other applicable development fees shall also be imposed as
with any other single-family residence.
6. Manufactured homes to be placed within the city shall be "new manufactured homes" as defined in RCW
35.63.160(2) not be older than thfee ealendar years from the date of eomplete permit appheation submittal. The
applicant is required to provide the vehicle identification number (VIN) or serial numberinforn ation.
7. Manufactured homes shall be set upon a permanent foundation, as specified by the manufacturer, and the
space from the bottom of the home to the ground shall be enclosed by concrete or an approved concrete product
which can be either load bearing or decorative.All spaees measured from the underside of the heroe to finis,oa
8. Manufactured homes shall comply with all local design standards applicable to all other homes within the
neighborhood in which the manufactured home is to be located.
9X Manufactured homes shall be thermally equivalent to the current State Energy Code.
- [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 2, 2010
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Chapter 19.10
BUILDING PERMITS — EARTH SUBSIDENCE AND LANDSLIDE HAZARD AREAS
Sections:
19.10.000 Statement of purpose and application.
19.10.010 Section amendments.
19.10.020 Definitions.
19.10.030 Minimum required application submittals.
19.10.040 Site posting notice, disclosures, declarations, covenants and waivers.
19.10.050 Site bonds and contractor general public liability insurance.
19.10.060 Review to determine compliance with engineering practice and best available science.
19.10.070 Issuance and denial of permits.
19.10.080 Site access, professional/special inspection, monitoring during construction and final geotechnical
report.
19.10.000 Statement of purpose and application.
A. This chapter has been enacted in order to provide both substantive and procedural provisions relating to the
issuance of permits within desigrtated-the North Edmonds lstla]Eearth Ssubsidence and Llandslide Hhazard Aareas-
of the eit . It shall be the policy of the city that no permit shall be issued for any site which is found to be unsuitable
for improvement due to excessively steep slopes, unsatisfactory foundation support, instability or unsuitable
topography for the particular permit requested for issuance. When development occurs on an unstable site, an
unreasonable risk of danger may exist to the public, to public improvements or to adjacent property owners. If such
a site can be stabilized through the construction of on -site improvements, that risk may be reduced.
B. The construction of professionally designed structures addressing the risks of earth movement, and employing
feasible attendant measures (including but not limited to drainage improvements, specially designed foundations,
retaining walls, removal of overburden and other improvements designed to minimize the risk of earth movement,
prevent avoidable damage to structures, safeguard adjacent properties, limit risk to inhabitants, and to stabilize the
structure in the event of movement) may mitigate and reduce the risk of earth movement on individual properties.
Nothing herein shall relieve an owner of any obligation imposed by the State Building Code or city ordinance to
take all reasonable and practical measures available to reduce or eliminate the risk or hazard.
C. The IRC/IBC, as promulgated by the state of Washington and required to be adopted by the city, does not specify
a standard regarding lot stability. Since the city's request for an interpretation of the International Building Code by
the State Building Code Council to designate an acceptable level of lot stability was denied, and because the city
wishes to comply with state law requiring that the issuance of building permits be a ministerial and not a
discretionary act, the provisions of this chapter have been adopted in order to provide reasonable certainty in the
permit issuance process. The purpose of these provisions is not to lessen the minimum requirements of the current
adopted building code, but rather to define its requirements for city implementation.
D. These provisions have been adopted in order to establish a policy that permits shall not be issued for any site
where a substantial risk of earth subsidence and landslide hazard exist unless:
1. The risks can be defined with reasonable scientific certainty and found to be within acceptable limits as
determined in accordance with this chapter.
2. Any hazard associated with the site is scientifically ascertained and fully disclosed through the permit
process.
3. Notice of any risk is given to future purchasers through the land records of Snohomish County.
4. Any risks associated with construction and habitation are assumed by the builder and future owners of the
site.
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5. Adequate indemnification is provided by the builder, and the owner, of the site in order that the general
public not assume or bear any portion of the costs or liability associated with the builder's investigation, design
and construction as well as the continuing maintenance of the site by the property owner.
E. Notwithstanding any contrary provision of this chapter or the IRC/IBC, all applications for permits received for
any site, any portion of which lies within the North Edmonds Earth Subsidence and Landslide Hazard Area or its
buffer^ earth stibsidenee ..«,7 landslidehazard area, shall be governed by the provisions of this chapter. In addition
to all other requirements of these sections, the restrictions and provisions of this chapter shall apply to all building,
grading, fill and excavation permits (herein "permits"). Minor permits such as plumbing, mechanical, re -roof and
interior alterations are exempt from the requirements of this chapter.
F. All applications for permits under this chapter shall disclose within the geotechnical report whether or not any
part of the site lies within or adjacent to the North Edmonds Earth Subsidence and Landslide Hazard areaan- earth
subsidenee and landslide hazard area or within a or-itioal area as defined by the eity's environmentally or-itioal areas
title. The building official may require preliminary investigation by a geotechnical engineer for any applicant whose
property lies within or lies adjacent to the North Edmonds Earth Subsidence and Landslide Hazard Area
topography or w-hieh has ^ history of earth w.,,veme t in order to assist the building official in determining whether
these provisions should be applied.
G. Nothing in this chapter should or shall be interpreted to guarantee issuance of a permit with respect to any
property unless the requirements of the IRC/IBC as amended and interpreted by this chapter have been met. [Ord.
4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3651 § 1, 2007].
19.10.010 Section amendments.
The provisions of this section amend the 2003 Edition of the IRC/IBC and all subsequent revisions adopted by RCW
19.27.031 as the State Building Code as previously amended by Chapter 19.05 ECDC. All prior substantive
amendments have received the approval of the State Building Code Council. All provisions of the IRC/IBC which
conflict with this chapter shall be deemed amended hereby, and any ambiguity created shall be resolved in favor of
the specific provision or general intent of said chapter. In addition to the amendments of the IRC/IBC by its
alteration, improvement and correction to incorporate the chapter, the following specific code provisions are
amended and the substantive and procedural requirements of this chapter are amended by the correction and
alteration of the following sections of the IRC/IBC:
A. Chapter 1, Administration.
1. Section RI05.1.1 Permit review applicability. Any permit requested for a site lying in
whole or in part within an earth subsidence and landslide hazard area as defined by ECDC
19.10.020(F) shall be processed and acted upon in accordance with the provisions of Chapter
19.10 ECDC.
2. Section R105.2 Work exempt from a permit. ECDC 19.00.025(E)(1) exemptions[JK241 (a),
(b), (d), (e), (f), (g), 0), (k), (lm), and (p) and ECDC 19.00.025E(4) exemptions (a), (c)-,-(h)
and (i) shall not apply in any area designated as an earth subsidence and landslide hazard area
as defined in ECDC 19.10.020(F).
3. Section R105.3.2 Time limitation of permit application.
a. Applications, for which no permit is issued within two (2) years following the date of
application, shall expire by limitation, and plans and other data submitted for review may
thereafter be returned to the applicant or destroyed by the building official.
b. The building official may not extend the time for action by the applicant on an expired
application except as allowed within this sectionl[sL15]. In order to renew action on an
expired application, the applicant shall submit a new application, revised plans based on
current adopted codes and pay new plan review fees as well as any outstanding peer
review fees incurred to date.
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4. The Building Official may extend the life of an application if any of the following
conditions exist:
(a) Compliance with the State Environmental Policy Act is in progress; or
(b) Any other City review is in progress; provided, the applicant has submitted a
complete response to City requests; or
(c) The Building Official determines that unique or unusual circumstances exist that
warrant additional time for such response and the Building Official determines that the
review is proceeding in a timely manner toward final City decision; or
(d) Litigation against the City or applicant is in progress, the outcome of which may
affect the validity or the provisions of any permit issued pursuant to such application.
54. Section R105.5 Permit expiration and extension.
a. Every permit issued under the provisions and development standards of Chapter 19.10
ECDC shall expire by limitation two (2) years after issuance, except as provided in
ECDC 19.10.010(A)(4)(b).
b. Prior to expiration of an active permit the applicant may request in writing an
extension for a third and final year. If the plans and specifications for the permit
extension application are the same as the plans and specifications submitted for the
original permit application and provided there has been at least one (1) required progress
inspection conducted by the city building inspector prior to the extension, the permit shall
be extended. Permit fees shall be charged at a rate of one quarter the original building
permit fee to extend the permit.
c. The maximum amount of time any building permit may be extended shall be a total of
three (3) years. At the end of any three (3) year period starting from the original date of
permit issuance, the permit shall become null and void and a new building permit shall be
required, with full fees, in order for the applicant to complete work. The issuance of a
new permit shall negate all previous vesting of zoning or building codes. Whenever an
appeal is filed and a necessary development approval is stayed in accordance with the
Land Use Petition Act, the time limit periods imposed under this section shall also be
stayed until final decision.
d. The building official shall reject requests for permit extensions if modifications or
amendments to the applicable zoning and building codes have occurred since the original
issuance of the permit, and modifications or amendments would significantly promote
public health and safety if applied to the project through the issuance of a new permit.
6-5. Section R105.5.1 Recommence work on an expired permit.
a. In order to recommence work on an expired permit, a new permit application with full
fees shall be submitted to the building official.
b. New permit applications shall be reviewed under current zoning and building codes in
effect at the time of complete application submittal. If a new permit is sought to
recommence work on an expired permit, the new permit shall be vested under the codes
in effect at the time of complete application for the new permit, not the expired permit.
When additional plan review is required, plan review fees shall be charged. When
applicable, peer review and peer review fees shall be assessed.
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76. Section RI06.3.3.1 Phased approval.
a. The building official may require sequencing of construction phases or activities such
as the installation of shoring or temporary erosion control remedies and/or drainage
systems, well in advance of grading or foundation construction on a time frame consistent
with geotechnical recommendations and peer review. As part of the sequencing process,
the building official may impose permit conditions that address site work sequencing to
include but not be limited to: limiting all excavation, drainage systems and foundation
installation to the drier season between May 1 st and September 30th.
b. When permit conditions such as groundwork are limited by the building official on a
particular project, the applicant's geotechnical engineer may submit a letter detailing
geotechnical recommendations that portions of work may progress. The letter shall
include a detailed work schedule submitted by the general contractor specifying work to
be done, timeline, provisions for monitoring and equipment to be used. Any such
recommendation shall be based upon best available science and be consistent with
standard geotechnical engineering practice. The building official may require a peer
review prior to a decision which provides concurrence regarding at least the following
issues:
i. Duration of work,
ii. Type of equipment to use,
iii. Additional temporary erosion and sediment control provisions required, and
iv. Applicability of special inspections, and similar issues.
c. The building official may issue partial permits for phased construction before the entire
plans and specifications for the whole building or structure have been approved provided
peer review approval has been granted. Phased approval means separate permits for
grading, shoring, and foundation may be issued separately, provided concurrent approval
is granted by the planning manager, city engineer, and city public works director, when
applicable. No phased approval pen -nit shall be issued unless approved civil plans
detailing the construction of all site improvements (including, but not limited to: curbs,
gutters, sidewalks, paved streets, water lines, sewer lines, and storm drainage) have been
signed as approved by the city engineer. With such phased approval, a performance bond
shall be posted with the city pursuant to Chapter 17.10 ECDC, to cover the estimated cost
of construction to city standards for the improvements.
B. Chapter 2, Definitions.
1. Section R202 and IBC 202 are hereby amended to include the definitions set forth in ECDC
19.10.020, incorporated by this reference as fully as if herein set forth.
C. Chapter 4, Foundations.
1. Section R401.1 General Exception 3. Any permit requested for a site lying in whole or in
part within the North Edmonds Earth Subsidence and Landslide Hazard Area arr earth
s4 sidenee ....d landslide hazafd area shall be processed and acted upon in accordance with
the provisions of Chapter 19.10 ECDC.
D. IBC Chapter 16, Structural design.
1. Section IBC 1601.1.1 Scope. Setting forth the requirements of Chapter 19.10 ECDC,
incorporated by this reference as fully as if herein set forth.
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E. IBC Appendix J, Grading.
1. Section IBC Appendix J 101.1.2, Scope. Setting forth the requirements of Chapter 19.10
ECDC, incorporated by this reference as fully as if herein set forth.
[Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3651 § 1, 2007].
19.10.020 Definitions.
The following terms, when used within this chapter, shall have the following definitions:
A. "Architect" shall mean a person licensed to practice architecture by the state of Washington.
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B. "Best available science" shall be determined in accordance with the criteria established in WAC 365-195-900, et
seq.
C. `Bluff' shall mean any slope 10 feet in height or greater inclined at greater than one unit vertical in one unit
horizontal or 100 percent slope.
D. "Building official" shall mean the building official of the city of Edmonds.
E. "Director" shall mean the city of Edmonds development services director or his/her designee.
F. "Earth s4sidenee and landslide hazafd area" shall fnean any area of the eity whieh, by reason ef exeessively
steep slepes, unsatisfaeter-y fe�datien suppert, stability er- tepegr-aphy, has a risk ef eaFth s4sidenee and landslide
hazard in exeess of normal allowanees. The earth subsidenee and landslide hazafd afea is a stibeategerf-of—
"landslide hazard area" (a geolegieally hazar-detts area) as defined in eity ef Edmends envifenmentally er-itieal areas
tit] _P, (ECDC Title 23). The hazard area designated as the $4efth Edfn nds Earth Subsidenee Landslide Hazard
and landslide hazard maps afe hereby ineer-pefated by this Fefer-enee and made a pat4 of "s ehapter- as ffilly as if
herein set fei4h and may be pfovided in a summar-y teYA fefm. Ftttufe adopted landslide hazard maps shall be
FLU. "General contractor" shall mean a bonded, insured and registered contractor in the state of Washington. A
general contractor shall maintain state -required bonding and shall carry general public liability insurance in the
minimum amount of $1,000,000. The general contractor shall have a current valid state contractor's license with the
state of Washington and a city of Edmonds resident or nonresident business license, whichever is applicable.
G14. "Geologist" means a practicing geologist licensed in the state of Washington with at least four years'
experience as a licensed geologist in responsible charge, including experience with landslide evaluation.
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Hf. "Geotechnical engineer" means a practicing geotechnical/civil engineer licensed as a professional civil engineer
in the state of Washington who has at least four years of professional employment as a geotechnical engineer in
responsible charge, including experience with landslide evaluation.
I. ' INortb[eus] Edmonds Earth Subsidence Landslide Hazard Area" shall mean the hazard area, including its buffer,
designated in the 2007 report of Landau Associates and as may be amended in future adopted earth subsidence and
landslide hazard maps which are hereby incorporated by this reference and made a part of this chapter as fully as if
herein set forth and may be provided in a summary text form. Future adopted landslide hazard maps shall be
incorporated by reference upon adoption by ordinance.
Applicants for permits in the North Edmonds Earth Subsidence and Landslide Hazard Area shall submit a
geotechnical report and complete plan set submittal as required by this chapter to the building official for review.
The presumption of risk shall be rebuttable and the decision of the director or building official that any area lies
within, or adjacent to, such earth subsidence and landslide hazard area shall be appealable as a staff decision to
superior court in accordance with the Land Use Petition Act.
Copies of the reports and maps shall be maintained in the offices of the building official and shall be available for
inspection during all normal working hours. Individual copies of the reports and map may be obtained by the public
upon the payment of the cost of reproduction.
J. "Landslide hazard areas" means areas mapped or otherwise defined by the city of Edmonds as environmental
critical areas or geologically hazardous areas.
K. "Land surveyor" means a person who holds a Washington State land surveyor's license.
L. "Lead design professional" means the person designated by the applicant to oversee and coordinate the permit
review process on behalf of the applicant.
M. "Plan set submittal" means a complete application pursuant to ECDC 19.00.015 including:
1. Vicinity map.
2. Topography map and survey.
3. Civil plans including grading, temporary erosion and sediment control, storm drainage, utilities and site
improvements.
4. Tree cutting/land clearing plans.
5. Geotechnical report.
6. Architectural and structural plans with design calculations, stamped and signed by licensed design
professionals of the state of Washington.
N. "Site" means the entire area within the boundaries, as described in a legal description, of the property that is to be
developed under the permit for which the applicant has applied.
O. "Stable" shall mean that the risk of damage to the proposed development, or to adjacent properties, from soil
instability is minimal subject to the conditions set forth in the reports developed under the requirements of ECDC
19.10.030 and the proposed development will not increase the potential for soil movement.
In the event that any site has an underlying risk of movement based upon deep-seated earth movement or large-scale
earth failure which is not susceptible to correction by on -site improvements, such hazard shall not render a site
proposed for single-family residences to be presumed unstable for the purpose of this provision if the geotechnical
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engineer of record and recommendation of any peer reviewer confirm the risk of probability of earth movement is
30 percent or less within a 25-year period.
In order to meet the definition of "stable" the geotechnical report shall include identified hazards for the property
and the mitigation measures proposed to reduce or correct the hazards along with measures taken to mitigate
potential impacts from the remaining hazards, including all on- and off -site measures taken to correct or reduce the
risk. These shall be fully disclosed to the applicant and future owners, heirs and assigns in the covenant required to
be executed in accordance with provisions of this chapter, in which case the defined risk may be approved as an
acceptable condition.
P. "Steep slope" shall be defined and calculated pursuant to Chapter 23.80 ECDC.
Q. "Storm event' means one inch or greater precipitation in a 24-hour period as reported by the National Oceanic
and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
R. "Structural engineer" means a person licensed to practice structural engineering by the state of Washington.
S. "Structural fill" shall mean any fill placed below structures, including slabs, where the fill soils are intended to
support loads without unacceptable deflections or shearing. Structural fill should be clean and free -draining and
should be placed above unyielding native site soils compacted in accordance with an approved geotechnical report
prepared utilizing best engineering science. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3651
§ 1, 2007].
19.10.030 Minimum required application submittals.
A. The applicant shall submit a complete plan set submittal and permit application and specifications for the
proposed development as defined in ECDC 19.10.020(M) and this chapter.
B. An earth subsidence and landslide hazard area permit submittal checklist shall be adopted at the direction of the
director and shall be provided to all persons inquiring regarding building permit applications or development permits
in the designated earth subsidence and landslide hazard area of North Edmonds. The submittal checklist shall
include but not be limited to the requirements contained in city public handouts, written policies, adopted maps,
reference maps, summary reports, minimum geotechnical report guidelines, and the following:
1. North Edmonds Earth Subsidence and Landslide Hazard Map.
2. Vicinity map.
3. Topographic map and survey.
4. Civil plans (i.e., grading, temporary erosion and sediment control, storm drainage, utilities and site
improvements).
5. Tree cutting/land clearing plan.
6. Geotechnical report.
7. Owner and professional declarations.
8. Detailed architectural and structural plans with structural calculations and specifications.
9. Bonds, covenants and contractor public liability insurance in accordance with the detailed requirements
stated below.
If any item in the checklist is inapplicable to a particular project, a letter or a report shall be provided to the director
stamped by the appropriate licensed design professional, with sufficient information or data to demonstrate why the
item is inapplicable. The director may utilize appropriate licensed consultants to determine if generally accepted
engineering practice requires submission of an application requirement. When consultants are used to determine if
generally accepted engineering practice requires submission of an application requirement, the cost of review shall
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be paid by the applicant. The director may develop a modified checklist suitable for projects of a minor nature, such
as retaining walls, deek-s-,decks and sheds, and the may be appropriate. J[JK19]
C. A copy of the North Edmonds Earth Subsidence and Landslide Hazard Map shall be included in the submittal
checklist materials.
D. The vicinity map shall be suitable for locating the site and include information related to existing conditions on or
near the site, based on the topographic map and survey and shall designate all known landslide masses, or debris
flows or mud flows on or near the site which could threaten proposed structures within 100 feet, as referenced,
noted, described or discussed in the geotechnical report.
E. The applicant shall submit a topographic map and survey prepared and stamped by a licensed land surveyor, prior
to studies and evaluations by the geotechnical engineer, and shall show:
1. Map scale, north arrow, legal description, tax account parcel numbers, easements, and lot property lines.
2. Existing grade contour lines, at two -foot intervals.
3. All distances between existing structures on the site and approximate distances of existing habitable
structures on adjacent sites within 50 feet of property lines (all adjacent sites which could affect or be affected
by the proposed development shall be shown).
4. Lowest footing or basement slab elevation of existing and proposed structures on the property and on
adjacent properties to the extent that such information is reasonably available, and proposed finish floor
elevations.
5. The location of existing sanitary sewers, stormwater drainage facilities, septic tanks, drain fields, wells,
piezometers, private drainage systems, underground storage tanks, subsurface drains, and other sewer/drainage
facility components on, and adjacent to, the site to the extent such information is reasonably available.
6. The location of all existing underground utilities on, and adjacent to, the site including, but not limited to,
telephone, cable television, gas, electric and water utilities, vaults, fire hydrants and other cables, wires, meters
and drainage pipes to the extent that such information is available.
7. A separate topographical drawing shall be submitted showing proposed grade contours at two -foot intervals.
This drawing shall include the bottom of proposed footing elevations including all stepped footing elevations.
F. Civil -engineered plans shall be prepared and stamped by a state of Washington licensed civil engineer pursuant to
the provisions of Chapter 18.30 ECDC and current adopted city stormwater manual. Geotechnical report
recommendations affecting civil plans shall be incorporated into the design and detailed on the plans and shall
include:
1. Storm drainage plan with storm drainage calculations.
2. Provisions for building pad and foundation drainage.
3. Temporary erosion and sediment control with drainage and maintenance provisions, and/or other sediment
control assemblies.
4. Permanent erosion control with drainage and maintenance provisions.
5. Fill/soil stockpile limitation provisions, specific location, height, protection and maintenance.
6. Slope protection plans, rockeries, retaining walls, ecology blocks, keystone block walls, soldier pile walls,
and soil nail walls.
7. Utilities and site improvements.
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8. Grading plans, temporary and permanent shoring plans, top and toe of slope setbacks, driveway slope.
G. In lieu of the procedural requirements of Chapter 18.45 ECDC, a tree cutting/land clearing plan shall be
submitted when significant trees are proposed to be removed. A significant tree is a tree with a trunk diameter of six
inches or greater measured four feet from the ground. No significant tree shall be removed until the permit is
approved.
A detailed landscape plan may also be required in order for the city to evaluate long-term erosion control measures.
The plan shall comply with all requirements of the ECDC relating to tree clearing and critical areas review, if
applicable. The director may require the project geotechnical engineer's concurrence regarding an approval of a tree
cutting/land clearing plan when slope stability is at issue.
H. Included in the permit submittal checklist shall be general and specific soils and geotechnical information, details
or analysis required pursuant to IBC 1802. The applicant shall retain a geotechnical engineer to prepare a report and
evaluation of the subsurface soil conditions on the site to include:
1. The geotechnical report shall be prepared in accordance with ECDC 23.80.050 and generally accepted
geotechnical engineering practices, under the supervision of, and signed and stamped by, the geotechnical
engineer. A geologist may be required to be part of the geotechnical consulting staff. The report shall reference
the Landau Associates Summary Report (2007) as a technical document reviewed as part of the geologic
analysis for the project and discuss all items listed in the pen -nit submittal checklist and shall make specific
recommendations concerning development of the site.
2. The opinions and recommendations contained in the geotechnical report shall be supported by field
observations and, where appropriate or applicable, by literature review, conducted by the geotechnical
engineer. The report shall be based on best available science.
3. The report shall include an analysis of material gathered through appropriate explorations, such as borings or
test pits to a minimum depth of six feet below the proposed lowest footing or pile, an analysis of soil
characteristics conducted by or under the supervision of the engineer in accordance with the standards adopted
by the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) or other applicable standards. The report must
provide subsurface data to support the engineer's conclusions regarding slope stability.
4. If the evaluation involves geologic evaluations or interpretations, the report shall be reviewed and approved
by a geologist. It shall be the responsibility of the geotechnical engineer to assure that the geologist meets the
qualifications listed in ECDC 19.10.020. A letter of concurrence from the geologist shall be included in the
report.
5. Based upon the North Edmonds Landslide Area Geology and Slide Mechanisms map and table found in the
Landau Associates Summary Report (2007), any lot which contains any portion of any hazard zone or is
adjacent thereto (regardless of whether the proposed building pad is located within any hazard area) shall
specifically consider within the geotechnical report the following types of typical hazard zones and shall
specifically note if the hazard is, or is not, present on the site. The report shall address hazards from
encroaching landslide materials, hazards from ground failure in material that has not previously failed, and
hazards from ground failure in previously failed material. For each landslide hazard identified on a property,
the geotechnical engineer shall identify the types of specific processes associated with the hazard and include
design features to reduce such hazards and mitigate impacts.
6. For properties containing or adjacent to bluffs, the geotechnical engineer shall, as a part of the building
permit process, provide analysis of the rate of retreat of the bluff prepared by a geologist and estimate the bluff
retreat amount and regression rate for periods of 25 and 125 years. The geotechnical engineer shall address the
effects of bluff retreat on the stability of structures and/or improvements. A "structure" is defined as:
a. A building intended for human habitation,
b. A building, structure or other improvement whose stress or weight, collapse or movement would
endanger public safety in the event of slope failure, and
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c. Any improvement on the site which is necessary to mitigate danger to public safety or provide stability.
If the bluff retreat rate analysis shows that the rate of retreat of the bluff is such that any structure or
improvement constructed pursuant to the building permit would be unreasonably endangered or reasonably
could be anticipated to be endangered by landslide or earth subsidence during its normal useful life, the
application shall be denied.
7. Geotechnical letter addressing the provisions of Chapter 23.80 ECDC.
L The applicant shall submit, consistent with the findings of the geotechnical report, detailed structural plans with
corresponding calculations prepared and stamped by the structural engineer of record. When architectural plans
incorporate such structural details, said plans shall be stamped and signed by the structural engineer of record. All
other architectural plans may be prepared by an architect, designer, builder or lay person.
J. The applicant shall submit documentation of required bonds, frozen funds or adequate instrument of credit. The
applicant shall submit a copy of the contractor's general public liability insurance pursuant to ECDC 19.10.050.
K. The applicant shall submit declarations, disclosures, covenants and waivers as required by ECDC 19.10.040.
[Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3651 § 1, 2007].
19.10.040 Site posting notice, disclosures, declarations, covenants and waivers.
A. Notices of permit submittal application with the city shall be posted pursuant to ECDC 20.03.002.F. �ueh natiees-�
[BL20]
be, posted as requir-ed above. Upon eaeh posting a 10 day appeal per-iod shall eemmenee
�ppeals[BL21] shall be to the Snohomish Cetm4y super-ier- eetR4 in aeeer-danee with the Land Usee 1peetitie*n Aet, and no
)eal shall be pefmitted.
B. At permit application submittal, the applicant shall submit a written declaration with the permit application that
includes the statement that the accuracy of all information is warranted by the owner/applicant in a form which
relieves the city and its staff from any liability associated with reliance on such submittals.
The declaration shall also state that the owner/applicant understands and accepts the risk of developing in an area
with potential unstable soils and that the owner/applicant will advise in writing any prospective purchasers of the
site, or any prospective purchasers or residential lessees of structures or portions of a structure on the site, of the
slide potential of the area.
The owner/applicant shall also acknowledge that he, she or they understand and accept the need for future
monitoring and maintenance of the property as described in the final geotechnical report when future monitoring and
maintenance may affect slope stability over time. While an application may reference the reports of prior public
consultants to the city, all conclusions shall be those of the owner/applicant and his or her professionals.
C. The plan set submittal shall include a disclosure letter from the geotechnical engineer and civil engineer who
prepared the geotechnical report and civil plans, stating that in his or her judgment the plans and specifications
submitted for the project conform to the recommendations in the geotechnical report, and that the risk of damage to
the proposed development, or to adjacent properties, from soil instability will be minimized subject to the conditions
set forth in the report, and the proposed development will not increase the potential for soil movement.
"Minimized" shall mean that the applicant has utilized best available science and commonly accepted engineering
and architectural practice to minimize, to the extent possible, the risks associated with development of the property.
The geotechnical engineer shall review the erosion and sediment control plan and provide a statement about the
adequacy of the plan with respect to site conditions and report findings. The geotechnical engineer's statement shall
also include an identification of landslide hazards applicable to the site, the on -site measures taken to correct or
reduce the hazards, as applicable, and measures taken to mitigate potential impacts from the remaining hazards.
For sites where the hazards are not mitigated or where the risks from deep-seated or large-scale earth movement
cannot be practically reduced by individual lot owners, the geotechnical engineer shall prepare a statement
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identifying what design measures will be taken to mitigate the risk to structures, adjacent properties, and inhabitants
in the event of deep-seated or large-scale movement. The statement shall specify any risks from earth movement that
are not fully mitigated by design measures and render an opinion as to whether the site will be stable within the
meaning of this chapter following installation of all proposed improvements. The statement will clarify to current
and future owners what measures were installed to reduce risks and what hazards could not be addressed by
individual lot development.
D. Further recommendations signed and sealed by the geotechnical engineer shall be provided should there be
additions or exceptions to the original recommendations based on the plans, site conditions or other supporting data.
If the geotechnical engineer who reviews the plans and specifications is not the same engineer who prepared the
geotechnical report, the new engineer shall, in a letter to the director accompanying the plans and specifications,
express agreement or disagreement with the recommendations in the geotechnical report and state that the revised
plans and specifications conform to the new recommendations.
E. The plan set submittal shall include a disclosure letter or notation on the design drawings by the structural
engineer of record stating that he has reviewed the geotechnical report(s), that he understands its recommendations,
has explained or has had explained to the owner/applicant the risk of loss due to slides on the site, and that he has
incorporated into the design the recommendations of the report and established measures to reduce the potential risk
of injury or damage that might be caused by any risk of earth movement referenced in the report. The statement shall
note any risks, hazards, and potential problems from earth movement that are not fully mitigated by design
measures.
F. The owner shall execute a covenant (in a form provided by the city) to be submitted with the application (with
necessary fee) to be filed with the Snohomish County auditor. The director shall cause such completed covenant to
be so filed. A copy of the recorded covenant shall be forwarded to the owner. This covenant shall be a covenant
running with the land, which shall at a minimum include:
1. A legal description of the property.
2. A statement explaining that the site is in a potential earth subsidence and landslide hazard area, that the risk
associated with the development of the site is set forth in permit file No. with the city of Edmonds
building department, that conditions or prohibitions on development may have been imposed by the city in the
course of permit issuance, and referencing any features in the design which will require maintenance or
modification to address anticipated soil changes. The covenant may incorporate by reference the statements and
conditions to be observed in the form proposed by the owner/applicant's geotechnical engineer, geologist,
architect and/or structural engineer as approved after the review set forth in ECDC 19.10.060.
3. A statement waiving and promising to indemnify and hold harmless the city of Edmonds, its officers and
employees from any claims the owner/applicant and his/her successors or assigns may have for any loss or
damage to people or property either on or off the site resulting from soil movement and arising from or out of
the issuances of any permit(s) authorizing development on the site, as well as due to any act or failure to act by
the indemnitor, its agents or successors, in interest under or following issuance of the permit.
4. The date of permit issuance and permit number authorizing the development. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016;
Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3817 § 9, 2010; Ord. 3736 § 36, 2009; Ord. 3651 § 1, 2007].
19.10.050 Site bonds and contractor general public liability insurance.
A. Site Bonding Requirements.
1. A surety bond, in an amount to be determined by the director, executed by a surety company authorized to do
business in the state of Washington shall be posted by the owner/applicant or general contractor to assure the
restoration of any areas on the site, or in the surrounding area, disturbed or damaged by slides during
construction, and to ensure completion of the work authorized by the permit, or, if the work is not completed, to
assure that the site will be restored to a safe and stable condition at least equal to the safety and stability of the
site prior to commencement of work under the permit. The bond will be exonerated upon occupancy approval
of the building permit by the building official.
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2. In lieu of the surety bond, the owner/applicant or general contractor may propose to file a cash deposit or an
instrument of credit with the director in an amount equal to that which would be required in the surety bond,
and similarly conditioned.
B. Public Liability Insurance. The general contractor of record shall carry general public liability insurance effective
through final occupancy in the minimum amount of $1,000,000, and which shall name the city as an additional
named insured, against the injury, death, property damage and/or loss arising from or out of the city's involvement
in the permitting process for the project.
C. Homeowner Insurance. The city strongly recommends that each property owner maintain policies of liability
insurance, adequate to provide sufficient funds, to indemnify and hold harmless third parties in the event of earth
subsidence or landslides emanating from or across the owner's property. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 §
1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3651 § 1, 2007].
19.10.060 Review to determine compliance with engineering practice and best available science.
A. The city shall require professional peer review of the plan set submittals accompanying the permit application by
a civil engineer, geotechnical engineer, geologist, and/or structural engineer as may be necessary and determined by
the building official or director, in order to determine whether the plan set submittals were prepared in accordance
with generally accepted engineering practice or the practice of the particular engineering or design specialty and are
based upon best available science. The full cost of such peer review shall be paid in full by the owner/applicant
within 30 days of billing by the city. Failure to make timely payments shall result in a stay of city plan review
services on the application.
B. This requirement may be selectively waived at the discretion of the director, provided the applicable project
geotechnical engineer, civil engineer or structural engineer provides written concurrence, determination, details,
facts and/or data that individual site conditions warrant an exemption from outside peer review. Once waived, the
building official shall not be required to inquire further into the adequacy of any report, plans, or data, but rather
may rely upon the submittals as warranted by the owner/applicant as reviewed by the city's consultant. Nothing
herein shall relieve the owner/applicant of the obligation to submit a complete application fulfilling all the
requirements of this chapter and the IRC/IBC.
C. The final recommendation of the peer review regarding whether a submittal complies with generally accepted
practice and/or is based on best available science shall be binding upon the building official. Such recommendation
may be appealed to superior court under the Land Use Petition Act. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1
(Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3651 § 1, 2007].
19.10.070 Issuance and denial of permits. -
A. The notice of final decision shall be mailed or otherwise delivered to the applicant, to any person who submitted
comments, and any person who requested a copy of the decision.
BA. Permit Issuance. The following requirements must be satisfied before a permit will be issued:
1. An approved geotechnical report has been submitted and approved.
2. Plans and specifications have been submitted incorporating the recommendations of the geotechnical report
and said plans have been approved.
3. The required declarations, disclosures, covenants and waivers have been submitted and approved.
4. Required bonds, cash deposits and public liability insurance have been posted with the city.
5. When peer review has been required, all submittals have been determined to have been prepared in
accordance with generally accepted engineering practice.
6. Peer review concurrence for permit issuance has been received by the building official.
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7. All other provisions of ECDC Titles 16, 18 and 20 have been reviewed and approved by the appropriate city
official.
C-B. Permit Denial. The following criteria shall result in the denial of issuance of permit:
1. Building, grading and excavation permits for construction on land which the director finds to be unsuitable
for improvement due to excessively steep slopes, unsatisfactory foundation support, instability or unsuitable
topography, or
2. The resulting development would increase the potential of soil movement resulting in an unacceptable risk of
damage to adjacent properties or an unreasonable risk of damage to the proposed development, or
3. Excessive flooding, seepage, high water table, or inadequate drainage, or
4. If the bluff retreat rate analysis shows that the rate of retreat of the bluff is such that any structure or
improvement would be unreasonably endangered or reasonably could be anticipated to be endangered by
landslide or earth subsidence during its normal useful life, the application shall be denied. A "structure" is
defined as:
a. A building intended for human habitation,
b. A building, structure or other improvement whose stress or weight, collapse or movement would
endanger public safety in the event of slope failure, and
c. Any improvement on the site which is necessary to mitigate danger to public safety or provide stability,
or
5. Other hazardous conditions posing an unreasonable risk to public health, safety, or welfare, or
6. Where the noted site dangers or geologic hazards are not minimized to the extent possible by the use of best
available science and generally accepted engineering and architectural practice, or
7. If the applicant's geotechnical engineer determines that there is a greater chance than 30 percent in a 25-year
period that landslide damage on site will occur.
DE. In making a determination of permit denial, the director shall consider not only the land which is the subject of
the application, but in addition, the surrounding area which would be adversely affected if the permit were granted.
Permit denial shall be made in writing to the owner/applicant when the site cannot be rendered "stable" as defined in
ECDC 19.10.020(0). This decision and other preliminary determinations as referenced herein shall be appealable to
Snohomish County superior court in accordance with the Land Use Petition Act. No other appeal shall be permitted.
The appeal period shall commence upon the date of mailing of any preliminary or final decision, of ,.ro r stifig, i f
posting is the only netiee a pafty with standing feeeives undef the terms of this ehaptef.
ED. Prohibitions. Because of the relationship of groundwater to stability, the discharge of collected surface water or
stormwater to the ground surface or subsurface is prohibited on sites within the earth subsidence and landslide
hazard area. In addition, the following construction, buildings, or improvements are hereby prohibited within the
earth subsidence and landslide hazard area:
1. Swimming pools or hot tubs.
2. Ponds or other artificial impoundments of water.
3. Watering or irrigation systems.
4. Temporary or permanent stockpile of fill on top or bottom of slopes.
5. Rockeries.
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FE. Waiver. The prohibitions established in subsection (ED) of this section shall apply unless the property owner
requests a waiver based upon the written analysis of a geotechnical engineer which clearly establishes that the
proposed improvement will have no reasonable likelihood of triggering or otherwise contributing to any landslide
hazard or earth subsidence risk either on the site or in the neighboring earth subsidence or landslide hazard area.
In any review or appeal of the director's or building official's denial of a waiver to construct an otherwise prohibited
improvement, the burden of proof shall always be upon the applicant to establish by a clear preponderance of the
evidence that no such risk will be created by the improvement. Any geotechnical engineering report provided in any
review shall consider not only the risk incurred due to or during construction of the otherwise prohibited
improvement, but also the potential impacts due to failure to maintain the improvement, damage through reasonably
foreseeable events such as earthquakes or other acts of God, or the reasonably foreseeable negligence of the owner
or future owners. The director may utilize peer review consultants. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1
(Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3651 § 1, 2007].
19.10.080 Site access, professional/special inspection, monitoring during construction and final
geotechnical report.
A. Site Clearing and Grading. The owner/applicant or contractor shall secure the building official's approval before
entering an earth subsidence and landslide hazard area site with excavating or other grading and clearing equipment
to clear, remove trees or grade for any purpose including the creation of access to the site.
The building official may condition such access approval if site conditions are warranted and when discretionary
approval permits are required. As part of the approval process the building official may impose conditions that
address site work issues; such measures could include but are not limited to limiting all excavation and drainage
installation to the drier season between May and the end of September, or sequencing activities such as the
installation of drainage systems well in advance of construction.
Requests for early site access in advance of building permit approval or in the time period between October 1 st and
April 30th for any purpose shall be submitted to the building official accompanied by written concurrence of the
owner/applicant's geotechnical engineer of record.
The building official may utilize peer review consultants to determine whether the request is based on generally
accepted engineering practice and is reasonable with regard to time -frame to complete the work, types of equipment
proposed to perform the work, length of exposure of slopes, and adequacy of site monitoring and temporary erosion
control measures. When such peer review is utilized, the applicant is responsible for the peer review fee.
B. Reporting Authority. The owner/applicant shall retain a geotechnical engineer to monitor the site during
construction. The owner/applicant shall preferably retain the geotechnical engineer who prepared the final
geotechnical report in the plan set submittal and who has reviewed the approved plans and specifications.
If a different geotechnical engineering consultant is retained by the owner/applicant, the new geotechnical engineer
shall submit a letter to the director stating that he or she has read all reports and recommendations and reviews to
date and state whether or not he or she agrees with the opinions and recommendations of the original geotechnical
report and peer review comments. Further recommendations, signed and sealed by the new geotechnical engineer,
and supporting data shall be provided should there be exceptions or changes to the original recommendations that
would affect the approved plans.
C. Construction Monitoring, Special Inspections.
1. Inspection Requirements. During the period from October 1 st to April 30th, when on site, the
owner/applicant or designated erosion sedimentation control (ESC) site supervisor shall perform erosion and
sedimentation control inspections. Records of installed ESC facilities shall be maintained by the erosion and
sedimentation control supervisor and copies of all ESC records shall be provided to city inspectors upon
request.
ESC facilities on inactive sites (sites where no work will be performed for more than three consecutive days)
shall be inspected weekly by the erosion and sedimentation control supervisor. During all other times of the
year, weekly inspections by the ESC site supervisor are required and shall be recorded.
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2. Weekly Field Reports. The geotechnical engineer shall monitor, during construction, compliance with the
recommendations in the geotechnical report including: site excavation, shoring, temporary erosion control, soil
support for foundation, piles, subdrainage installation, soil compaction and other geotechnical aspects of the
construction. Unless otherwise approved by the director, the specific recommendations contained in the
geotechnical report shall be implemented by the owner/applicant. Omissions or deviations from the approved
geotechnical report and civil plans shall be highlighted to the city in a separate report. All reports shall be
submitted to the city on a weekly basis for review. Failure to submit required reports may result in the issuance
of a stop work order.
3. Storm Events. During all work periods, special inspections shall be performed after "storm events" as
defined in ECDC 19.10.020(Q). The storm event report shall be provided within one week of the event.
D. Final Construction Report. The geotechnical engineer of record shall prepare a final written report to be
submitted to the building official stating that, based upon his or her professional opinion, site observations and final
site grading, the completed development substantially complies with the recommendations of the geotechnical report
and with all geotechnical-related permit requirements as shown on the approved plans.
"Substantially complies" means that the completed development offers at least the level of stability and safety, on -
and off -site, as was afforded by the original recommendations and report. Recommendations to the owner/applicant
shall be included in the report for future monitoring and maintenance of the property including drainage, tightlines,
catch basins, berms, retaining wall drainage, hazard mitigation improvements, slopes, bluffs, vegetation, and
permanent erosion control that affect slope stability over time. Occupancy of the residence shall not be granted until
the report has been reviewed and accepted by the building official. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1
(Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3651 § 1, 2007].
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Chapter 19.15 MECHANICAL CODE AND FUEL GAS
CODE
Chapter 19.15
MECHANICAL CODE AND FUEL GAS CODE
Sections:
19.15.000
International Mechanical Code adopted.
19.15.005
Amendments.
19.15.010
International Fuel Gas Code adopted.
19.15.015
Repealed.
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19.15.000 International Mechanical Code adopted.
The International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2018284-5 Edition, published by the International Code Council, as
amended by the Washington State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC, and as subsequently amended by
this chapter is hereby adopted. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 3, 2010].
19.15.005 Amendments.
Chapter 1 is not adopted, except as provided for in ECDC 19.00.015. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1
(Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 3, 2010].
19.15.010 International Fuel Gas Code adopted.
The International Fuel Gas Code, 2018241-5 Edition, published by the International Code Council, as amended by
the Washington State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-52 WAC inclusive of NFPA 54 and 58, and as
subsequently amended by this chapter, is hereby adopted. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A),
2013; Ord. 3796 § 3, 2010].
19.15.015 Amendments.
Repealed by Ord. 3926. [Ord. 3796 § 3, 2010].
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Chapter 19.20 PLUMBING CODE
Chapter 19.20
PLUMBING CODE
Sections:
19.20.000 Uniform Plumbing Code adopted.
19.20.005 Amendments.
19.20.010 Evidence of potable water.
19.20.000 Uniform Plumbing Code adopted.
The Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), 2018204-5 Edition, including Appendices A, B and I, published by the
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, as amended by the Washington State Building
Code Council in Chapter 51-56 WAC, and as subsequently amended by this chapter, provided that any provisions
that affect fuel gas piping are not adopted, is hereby adopted. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A),
2013; Ord. 3796 § 4, 2010].
19.20.005 Amendments.
A. Chapter 1 is not adopted, except as provided for in ECDC 19.00.015.
B. Chapter 12, Fuel piping, is deleted.
C. Chapter 14, Firestop protection, is deleted. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord.
3796 § 4, 2010].
19.20.010 Evidence of potable water.
Prior to the issuance of any building permit for new development, the building official shall require substantive
evidence of an adequate potable water supply from the purveyor of water to the site for which a building permit is
requested. For those areas lying within the service area of the city of Edmonds water utility, the notification from a
duly authorized representative of the city's water utility shall be sufficient; provided, nothing herein shall be
interpreted to prevent the city or any of its water purveyors from declaring a moratorium or other water emergency
limiting or otherwise restricting the availability of adequate potable water. Applicants relying on a well shall provide
a copy of applicable state approval for the appropriation and a current test of water quality by a qualified laboratory.
[Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 4, 2010].
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Chapter 19.25 FIRE CODE
Chapter 19.25
FIRE CODE
Sections:
19.25.000
International Fire Code adopted.
19.25.005
Section amendments.
19.25.010
Department of fire prevention.
19.25.015
Definitions.
19.25.020
Permits.
19.25.025
Charges for fire review and inspection.
19.25.030
Modifications, interpretations and appeals.
19.25.035
Fire protection systems.
19.25.036
Dwelling fire sprinkler systems and connection fees.
19.25.040
Fire protection water supplies.
19.25.045
Charges for water mains and hydrants.
19.25.050
Mains and service lines.
19.25.055
Location of public hydrants.
19.25.060
Location of private hydrants.
19.25.065
Hydrant specifications.
19.25.070
Penalties.
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19.25.000 International Fire Code adopted.
Under the statutory authority of RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074, the International Fire Code (IFC), 20182415
Edition, as published by the International Code Council including amendments set forth in Chapter 51-54A WAC,
and subsequently revised by this chapter, is hereby adopted including all referenced standards, Appendices B, C, I,
and L. [Ord. 41 It § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 1,
2010].
19.25.005 Section amendments.
The following sections of the IFC have been added, amended, deleted or replaced as follows:
A. Chapter 1 Administration.
1. Section 102.5 Application of Residential Code. Adopted as originally set forth in IFC
(notwithstanding revisions thereto by the state building code council).
2. Section 103.1-.2 Department of Fire Prevention. Replaced by ECDC 19.25.010.
3. Section 104.8 Modifications. Replaced by ECDC 19.25.030.
4. Section 104.10.1 Assistance from other agencies. Police and other enforcement agencies
shall have the authority to render necessary assistance in the investigation of fires and
enforcement and hazardous conditions of this code when requested by the fire marshal.
5. Section 105.1.1 Permits required. Replaced by ECDC 19.25.020.
6. Section 108 Board of appeals. Replaced by Chapter 19.80 ECDC.
7. Section 109.4 Violation Penalties. Replaced by ECDC 19.25.070.
B. Section 202, the definition of HIGH-RISE BUILDING, is amended to read:
HIGH-RISE BUILDING. A building with an occupied floor or rooftop J[BL22]located more than 75 feet (22
860 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
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C.B-. Chapter 3, General Requirements.
1. Section 308.1.6.3 Sky Lanterns. Is amended to read:
It is unlawful for any person to sell, use, transfer, discharge or ignite any sky lantern within
the city limits.
D.E Chapter 5, Fire Service Features.
Seetion 503 Fire Apparatus Aeeess Reads. The fellevkng seefiens are adopted as originally
set forth in the WC with the exeeption of 503.2.2:
z. S€etion 503.1 Whery fequiFed..
i. Seetion 503.4.' Buildings and faeilities.
n Section 503 i 3 High piled storage
c ceetion 503.2 Spee flea- rs
ti Section 503.3 Mar-king-.1. Section 503.2.2 is amended to read:
Authority. The fire code official shall have the authority to require an increase in the
minimum access widths where they are inadequate for fire or rescue operations, and the
authority to decrease the minimum access widths where other fire protection features are
provided.
2. Section 504.1 Required access,. 1 ^ s to Building Openings and Reef is amended
with the addition is amended to read:
Exterior doors and openings required by this code or the International Building Code,
including exterior doors and openings facing interior courtyards, shall be maintained readily
accessible for emergency access by the fire department. An approved access walkway leading
from fire apparatus access roads to exterior openings shall be provided where required by the
fire code official.
eperrin5. New buildings with enclosed interior courtyards shall have a straight and /direct
access corridor ani&or stairway from the exterior to the courtyard at a location
approved by4e the fire code official. If a stairway is used it shall comply with International
Fire Code Section 1011 and a corridor shall comply with International Fire Code Section
1020. The access shall have a minimum width of 4 feet, (of as difeeted-unless otherwise
approved by the fire code official), and be large enough to carry a -3-520- foot- long folded
sectional ladder directly from the exterior to the courtyard
without obstructions. The access door shall be marked at the street as "Direct access to
courtyard".
3.8-. Section 507.5.1.1 is amended to road: Fife Hhydrants for spfifi4def and standpipe
systems, is amended to read:
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Fire hydrants for sprinkler and standpipe systems. Buildings equipped with a Fire Department
Connection (FDC) shall have a fire hydrant within 50 feet or as approved by the fire code
official.
E., Chapter 9, Fire Protection Systems
1. Section 901.4.6.1 Access, is amended to read:
Automatic sprinkler system risers, fire pumps and controllers shall be provided with ready access.
Sprinkler riser rooms shall be located on an outside wall at grade, with direct exterior access. This room
shall contain sprinkler control valves, sprinkler backflow assembly (unless prohibited by the water
purveyor), fire pump and associated components and the fire alarm control panel(s). Such rooms shall be
of a size that will allow a minimum of 36-inch clearance around all portions of the fire pump assembly
and in front of the fire alarm panel(s). All risers shall have a minimum of 36" clear space at the front and
18" on the remaining sides. All drains are to be plumbed to the exterior of the building. No other uses or
utilities shall be allowed in this room. Where located in a fire pump room or automatic sprinkler system
riser room, the door shall be permitted to be locked provided that the key is available at all times.
2. Section 901.6.3.1 Records information, is amended to read:
Initial records shall include the name of the installation contractor, type of components installed,
manufacturer of the components, location and number of components installed per floor. Records shall
include the manufacturer's operation and maintenance instruction manuals. Such records shall be
maintained for the life of the installation. Annual confidence test reports for fire alarm and sprinkler
systems and semi-annual inspection test reports for commercial hood suppression systems shall be
submitted to the Department of Fire Prevention by the method approved by the fire code official within
14 days of the test/inspection date.
3.4-. Section 903.2 is amended to read:
Where Required. Approved automatic fire sprinkler systems in new and existing buildings
and structures shall be provided in the locations listed in sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.13.
4.2-. Section 903.2.13 is added.
-Automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be provided as required by ECDC 19.25.035A.
5.3-. Section 903.3.7 is amended to read:
Fire department connections shall be installed in accordance with Section 912 and ECDC
19.25.035B.
6.4, Section 907.2 is amended to read:
-Where required - New and existing buildings and structures. An approved fire alarm system
installed in accordance with this code and NFPA 72 shall be provided in Sections 907.2.1
through 907.2.24 and provide occupant notification in accordance with Section 907.5, unless
other requirements are provided by another section of this code.
7.-5-. Section 907.2.24 is added.
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Fire alarm and detection system shall be provided as required by ECDC 19.25.035C.
F. Chapter 23, Motor Fuel -Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages.
Section 2303.2, Emergency disconnect switches, is amended to read:
An approved emergency disconnect switch shall be provided at an approved location to stop the transfer of fuel
to the fuel dispensers in the event of a fuel spill or other emergency. The emergency disconnect switch for
exterior fuel dispensers shall be provided with ready access and shall be located within 100 feet (30 480 nun)
of, but not less than 20 feet (6096 mm) from, the fuel dispensers. For interior fuel -dispensing operations, the
emergency disconnect switch shall be provided with ready access and be installed at an approved location. Such
devices shall be distinctly labeled as: EMERGENCY FUEL SHUTOFF. Emergency controls shall have an
approved means of signage and illumination.
G.EL Chapter 36, Marinas. Replaced in entirety by Chapter 19.65 ECDC.
H.F-. Chapter 56, Explosives and Fireworks.
I. Section 5601.1.3 Fireworks. Replaced by Chapter 5.27 ECC.
J.Ft Chapter 57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids.
Sections 5704.2.9.6.1 (outside) and 5706.2.4.4 (inside) Locations where above -ground tanks
are prohibited. Class I and II flammable liquids in aboveground storage tanks are restricted for
the protection of residential districts and shall be no more than 1,000 gallons capacity in
residential zones designated by the city.
K.H-. Chapter 61 Liquefied Petroleum Gases.
Section 6104.2 Maximum capacity within established limits. The maximum capacity for each
installation is restricted for the protection of residential districts within the city and shall be no
more than 500 gallons water capacity in residential zones designated by the city.
[Ord. 4111 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 1,
2010].
19.25.010 Department of fire prevention.
A. There is established in the city a department of fire prevention supervised by the fire marshal or chief of fire
prevention acting under the supervision of the fire chief. The function of the department shall be the
implementation, administration and enforcement of the provisions of this code.
B. An annual report shall be provided to the mayor containing proceedings under this code, with other statistics as
the fire chief and mayor wish to include. The fire marshal may also recommend any changes to the code. [Ord.
4111 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 1, 2010].
19.25.015 Definitions.
A. Whenever the term "fire code official" is used in the IFC, it shall mean the fire marshal or chief of fire
prevention.
B. Whenever the word "jurisdiction" is used in the IFC, it shall mean the city of Edmonds.
C. Whenever the term "legal representative of the jurisdiction" is used in the IFC, it shall mean the city attorney.
D. Whenever the term "police" is used in the IFC, it shall mean the city of Edmonds police department. [Ord. 4111 §
1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 1, 2010].
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19.25.020 Permits.
A. Operational permits required under the city's fire code and regulated by the city shall be issued by the fire
marshal. The application for the permit shall be accompanied by the full application fee in order to vest rights under
the permit and to constitute a complete permit application. The permit fee shall be set by the city council annually by
resolution or on such review cycle as the council, in its discretion, shall determine. All permits shall be renewed
annually unless the specific time period is set forth when the permit is granted. No permit shall be transferable and
each permit shall be issued on a single job, transaction, owner, or occupancy basis, except that the fire marshal is
authorized to consolidate permits for a single location, building, or unit.
B. In the event that the activity, location or risk associated with the activity requires a fire safety inspection in excess
of the time estimated within the permit fee (one hour) an inspection fee equal to the actual cost to the city of
providing the inspection shall be charged pursuant to ECDC 19.25.025. [Ord. 4111 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 §
1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 1, 2010].
19.25.025 Charges for fire review and inspection.
A. Certain licenses and permits issued by the city include a fire department inspection. The cost of the permit may
include an estimate of the normal time associated with the fire inspection. Where the permit does not include such
an estimate, or when the estimate of time established within the ordinance is exceeded by the actual time spent
inspecting a premises, location or activity, the actual cost of conducting the inspection shall be charged. The
administrative services director is authorized to establish on an annual basis, in conjunction with or immediately
following the budget process, a fee for the hourly charge associated with the provision of services by reasonable
classifications of fire marshal and fire inspector.
B. The permittee shall pay the actual charges of inspection, in addition to the permit fee associated with such
activity. Licenses and permits requiring the actual payment of inspection charges include, but are not limited to,
public amusement licenses issued pursuant to Chapter 4.32 ECC, cabaret dance licenses issued pursuant to Chapter
4.48 ECC, adult entertainment facility licenses issued pursuant to Chapter 4.52 ECC, business licenses issued
pursuant to Chapter 4.72 ECC, and aircraft landing licenses issued pursuant to Chapter 4.80 ECC.
C. No charge shall be levied against any department or agency of the city of Edmonds operating within the city's
general fund. [Ord. 41 It § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798
§ 1, 2010].
19.25.030 Modifications, interpretations and appeals.
A. The fire marshal shall have the authority to modify any of the provisions of the IFC or this chapter on written
application by the owner, lessee, or his duly authorized agent when there are practical difficulties in carrying out the
strict letter of the code. Approved modifications, including alternative materials and methods, shall observe the spirit
of the code, preserve fire- and life -safety, secure the public health, and do substantial justice. A signed copy of
approved modifications shall be promptly given to the applicant.
B. Details of actions granting modifications and related interpretations shall be recorded and preserved in the records
of the department of fire prevention to aid in conformance and uniform application of related codes, ordinances, and
standards.
C. Whenever the fire marshal disapproves an application or refuses to grant a permit applied for, or when it is
claimed that the provisions of the code do not apply or that the true intent and meaning of the code have been
misconstrued or wrongly interpreted, the applicant may appeal from the decision of the fire marshal to the hearings
examiner. Such appeals shall be governed by the procedures set forth in Chapter 19.80 ECDC. [Ord. 4111 § 1 (Exh.
1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 1, 2010].
19.25.035 Fire protection systems.
A. Automatic Fire Sprinklers. In addition to the requirements of Section 903.2, an approved automatic fire sprinkler
system shall be installed and maintained throughout all buildings, structures, floors, and suites described in this
section. If conflicts exist between the IFC and this section, this section shall prevail. All sprinklers shall be installed
per the applicable NFPA and South County Fire's (SCF) fire sprinkler standard. For the purposes of ECDC
19.25.035, spaces separated by fire walls, fire barriers, fire partitions and fire -resistance -rated horizontal assemblies
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noted in Chapter 7 IBC shall not be considered to be separate buildings. Partial area automatic sprinkler systems are
prohibited except where approved by the fire code official.
1.2-. In all new buildings and structures with a fire area of 5,000 or greater square feet, regardless of type or use.
2.3-. In existing buildings, structures, or suites that undergo an addition where the new total fire area is 5,000
square feet or greater.
3.4 When required by the International Existing Building Code (IEBC) for existing buildings and structures
undergoing additions, alteration, repairs, or changes of occupancy. The classification of work level shall be
determined by the building and fire code official.
4.-5-. In existing buildings, structures, or suites having an existing automatic fire sprinkler system that does not
protect all areas, when the unprotected areas undergo an alteration, repair, modification, or similar improvement
requiring a building permit, those unprotected areas shall be provided with protection as approved by the fire
code official.
5.6 Where required fire access road grade is 12 percent or greater.
6.7-. When adequate fire protection is not available for vehicles parked in an open-air parking garage from fire
apparatus at street level, approved dry standpipes shall be installed.
7. One and two family dwellings and townhouses constructed under the International Residential Code shall be
provided with automatic fire sprinkler systems aeee where required by ECDC 19.05.020M.
B. Fire Department Connection (FDC).
1. FDCs shall be installed remote from the building, out of the collapse zone, in an approved location along a
public street or fire apparatus access road and within 50 feet of a fire hydrant or as approved by the fire code
official.
Exception: In the downtown core, where a building fronts a public sidewalk, FDCs shall be on the face of the
building.
2. FDCs shall be installed in accordance with the applicable NFPA and SCF's fire sprinkler standard.
C. Fire Alarms and Detection Systems. In addition to the requirements of Section 907.2, an approved, monitored
automatic fire alarm system shall be installed and maintained throughout all buildings, structures, floors, and suites
described in this section. If conflicts exist between the IFC and this section, this section shall prevail. Fire alarm
systems shall be installed per NFPA 72 and SCF's fire alarm standard. Partial area fire alarm systems are prohibited
except where approved by the fire code official.
Exception: Structures regulated by the International Residential Code.
1. In all new buildings and structures with a fire area of 3,000 or greater square feet, regardless of type or use.
2. In existing buildings and structures that undergo an addition where the new total fire area is 3,000 square feet
or greater.
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3. When required by the International Existing Building Code (IEBC) for existing buildings and structures
undergoing additions, alterations, repairs or changes of occupancy. The classification of work level shall be
determined by the building and fire code official.
4. In existing buildings, structures or suites having an existing fire alarm system that does not protect all areas,
when the building, structure, or suite undergoes an alteration, repair, modification, or similar improvement
requiring a building permit, unprotected areas shall be provided with protection as approved by the fire code
official.
5. In existing buildings, structures, suites, or areas that undergo additions, alterations, repair or modification that
have fire sprinkler protection and lack a fire alarm system.
6. In building or suite provided with a fire alarm system, fire detection system, or supervised sprinkler system,
but lacks adequate occupant notification appliances, audio/visual devices shall be installed as required by NFPA
72 and SCF's fire alarm standard.
Systems and their components shall be listed and approved for the purpose for which they are installed. All new
alarm systems shall be addressable, and each device shall have its own address and shall annunciate individual
addresses to an approved central station.
All means of communication between the FACP and the central station shall be of a method approved by the
fire code official and be provided with a minimum of 24 hours' standby power. Only components that are
serviceable by a fire alarm technician shall be part of the means of communication located on the protected
premises. The fire code official shall maintain a list of approved communication means.
Partial area fire alarm and detection systems are prohibited except where approved by the fire code official.
D. Systems Out of Service. For the first 48 hours, the owner may provide a competent adult to serve as a fire watch.
After the initial 48 hours, the fire watch must be provided by a licensed and bonded private security company until
the system is returned to full service. The owner must furnish the fire marshal with the name and contact
information of the competent adult and/or security company within eight hours of implementing a fire watch. Fire
watch must be comply with SCF's fire watch standard. [Ord. 4111 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016;
Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 1, 2010].
19.25.036 Dwelling fire sprinkler systems and connection fees.
A. Where dwelling fire sprinkler systems are required to be installed in a dwelling (building containing one or two
dwelling units) constructed under the International Residential Code (IRC), a single water connection may provide
fire protection and domestic services through combination water lines utilizing an integrated fire and plumbing flow -
through piping system described in IRC Appendix Q (WAC 51-51-60105).
B. Automatic sprinkler systems installed pursuant to subsection (A) of this section shall not be subject to the cost
differential from general facility charges for connection to the public water system when an up -sized meter is
required to meet the design flow rate for, and is solely attributable to, the installation of the automatic sprinkler
system. All other costs, including the expense of a larger meter, a general facility charge attributable to the meter
sized for the domestic service alone, and other permits and fees, shall remain the responsibility of the owner.
C. When automatic sprinkler systems designed for life safety and installed pursuant to subsection (A) of this section
are integrated and dependent upon the domestic water supply of the residential dwelling unit, the property owner
shall be responsible for maintaining the service connection and paying for an adequate supply of water to the
residential dwelling unit. [Ord. 4111 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013;
Ord. 3819 § 3, 2010].
19.25.040 Fire protection water supplies.
All fire hydrant, water main and appurtenance installations shall meet the provisions of this chapter as well as other
applicable plans, standards and codes adopted by the city of Edmonds, as a condition of approval of subdivisions
and building permits. [Ord. 4111 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013;
Ord. 3798 § 1, 2010].
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Chapter 19.25 FIRE CODE
19.25.045 Charges for water mains and hydrants.
A. For private development, owners shall be responsible for the replacement (upgrade) of the existing public main
(including fire hydrants and appurtenances) to city standard when identified by the city engineer as a condition of
development approval. The city will pay the difference in material costs only between six inches and the size that is
required to be installed only when the existing system is a looped system.
B. A hydrant use permit issued by the public works director is required in order for any person or entity other than
fire department personnel to draw water from any fire hydrant.
C. The installation of water mains, fire hydrants and appurtenances to properties not previously served shall be sized
in accordance with the city's water comprehensive plan, built to city standard and shall be at the benefited property
owner's or developer's expense.
D. Oversized water mains required for special use demands relating to a particular property or development shall be
installed at the developer's or property owner's expense.
E. If the water mains installed pursuant to subsections (C) and (D) of this section provide service or benefits to
properties other than owned by the water main installer, latecomer agreements may be arranged between the city and
the installer for the construction and dedication of the water facilities pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 35.91
RCW. [Ord. 4111 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 1,
2010].
19.25.050 Mains and service lines.
A. All public hydrants in single-family areas shall be supplied by not less than six-inch looped water mains. All
hydrants in areas other than single-family residential shall be supplied by not less than eight -inch looped water
mains. Dead-end water mains to hydrants shall be at least eight inches in diameter, with the exception of mains up to
50 feet long which may be no less than six inches in diameter.
B. The service line from the water main to the hydrant shall be no less than six inches in diameter. Any service lines
over 50 feet in length from water main to hydrant shall be no less than eight inches in diameter.
C. When city streets, or state highways having water mains in the public right-of-way, are improved to permanent
street or highway improvement standards, any water mains in the public right-of-way of said streets or highways
that are substandard as to size or material according to applicable city standards shall be replaced with ductile iron
water mains conforming to applicable city standards and plans. [Ord. 4111 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Art.
A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 1, 2010].
19.25.055 Location of public hydrants.
A. Public hydrants are those owned by the city.
B. All public fire hydrants shall be installed at street intersections where possible. Public hydrant spacing shall be
measured along vehicle access routes.
C. In areas zoned for one- and two-family residential use, public hydrants shall have a maximum lateral spacing of
600 feet with no lot or parcel in excess of 300 feet from a fire hydrant.
D. In areas other than one- and two-family residential, public fire hydrants shall have a maximum lateral spacing of
300 feet with no structure in excess of 150 feet from a fire hydrant. [Ord. 4111 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1
(Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 1, 2010].
19.25.060 Location of private hydrants.
A. A private hydrant is privately owned, but is subject to use by the city for inspection and testing at reasonable
times, and for fire suppression at any time. All private hydrants shall be connected to the city water main through a
privately owned and maintained double detector check valve assembly.
B. All buildings except one- and two-family dwellings that are located so that a portion is more than 200 feet from a
street, as measured along vehicle access routes, shall have private fire hydrants located at the building. One- and
two-family dwellings with a fire -flow calculation area greater than 4,800 square feet may require a private hydrant.
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Chapter 19.25 FIRE CODE
C. Buildings having required fire flows of 3,000 gallons per minute may have fire hydrants on one side of the
building only. There shall never be fewer than two fire hydrants for any building larger than 5,000 square feet in the
first floor area including covered parking and storage. When the required fire flow is 3,000 gallons per minute or
greater, the fire hydrants shall be served by a looped main around the building or complex of buildings.
D. Fire hydrants shall be spaced on average 300 feet around the perimeter line, 50 feet out of the buildings. All
hydrants shall be placed in locations accessible to fire department vehicles adjacent to fire apparatus access roads.
The fire marshal shall determine the location of fire hydrants depending on utility, topography and building location
for maximum fire protection. [Ord. 4111 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A),
2013; Ord. 3798 § 1, 2010].
19.25.065 Hydrant specifications.
A. The installation of flush type hydrants (hydrants entirely below grade) is prohibited.
B. Fire hydrants shall have two two -and -one -half -inch hose outlets and one four -and -one -half -inch pumper outlet.
All outlets' ports shall have national standard thread. Additionally, the pumper outlet shall be provided with a four -
inch Storz adapter. Fire hydrants shall meet the American Water Works Association Standard No. C-502 and current
city standards.
C. Fire hydrants and appurtenances shall be installed in accordance with generally accepted engineering practices
and city standards, and to the approval of the city engineer, who shall also approve the selection and use of all pipe
fittings and valves. There shall be a foot valve installed between the service main and the hydrant sufficient to
permit the repair and replacement of the hydrant without disruption of water service. The foot valve shall be
installed to city standards. The location of all such valves installed shall be properly and accurately marked on as -
built plans or drawings with generally acceptable engineering detail, two copies of which shall be furnished to the
public works department. Valves shall be furnished with a standard valve box.
D. Hydrants shall stand plumb, be set to established street grade with the lowest outlet of the hydrant at least 18
inches above the adjacent finished grade and at least 36 inches of clear area around the hydrant for clearance of
hydrant wrench on both outlets and on the control valve. The pumper port shall face the street, as determined by the
fire marshal.
E. Where reasonably necessary to protect a hydrant from damage, the fire marshal may require hydrants to be
protected by two or more posts, eight inches in diameter by five feet long, made either of reinforced concrete or
steel.
F. If there presently exist fire hydrants which do not conform to these requirements, they shall be replaced with
conforming hydrants upon redevelopment or the timetable established by the city's comprehensive plan.
G. No person shall plant any vegetation, erect any structure or perform any action which results in the obstruction of
a fire hydrant for a distance of 50 feet along the immediate route of approach. The owner -occupant of any area in
which a hydrant is located shall be responsible for removing weed and tree growth from around the hydrant for a
distance of not less than five feet. The purpose of this section is to maintain clear approach and visual area around
the hydrant.
H. The installation of the fire hydrants and mains may be accomplished by city capital contract, developers (as a
condition of development) or public works department employees. All installations are to be approved by the city
engineer.
I. Following the installation of fire hydrants, all pipes, valves and hydrants shall be pressure tested, purified, flushed
and sampled to meet the requirements of the American Water Works Association Standard No. C-502. [Ord. 4111 §
1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 1, 2010].
19.25.070 Penalties.
A. Any person who violates any of the provisions of the IFC including those standards of the National Fire
Protection Association specifically referenced in the IFC as adopted and amended herein or fails to comply
therewith, or who violates or fails to comply with any order made thereunder, or who builds in violation of any
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detailed statement of specifications or plans submitted and approved thereunder, and from which no appeal has been
taken, or who fails to comply with such an order as affirmed or modified by decision of the city's board of appeals
or by a court of competent jurisdiction, within the required time, shall severally for each and every such violation
and noncompliance, respectively, be guilty of a gross misdemeanor, punishable as provided in ECC 5.50.020.
B. The imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation nor permit it to continue; and all
such persons shall be required to correct or remedy such violations or defects within a reasonable time; and when
not otherwise specified, each day that prohibited conditions exist or are maintained shall constitute a separate
offense. The application of the above penalty shall not be held to prevent the enforced removal of prohibited
conditions. [Ord. 4111 § 1 (Exh. 1), 2018; Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 §
1, 2010].
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Chapter 19.30 ENERGY CODE
Chapter 19.30
ENERGY CODE
Sections:
19.30.000 State Energy Code adopted.
19.30.000 State Energy Code adopted.
The Washington State Energy Code, 2018204-5 Edition, as adopted and amended by the Washington State Building
Code Council in Chapter 51-11 WAC, is hereby adopted. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A),
2013; Ord. 3796 § 5, 2010].
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Chapter 19.35 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL
AND SPA CODE
Chapter 19.35
INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE
Sections:
19.35.000 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code adopted.
19.35.000 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code adopted.
The International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2018204-5 Edition, published by the International Code Council, is
hereby adopted. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016].
The design and construction of swimming pools, spas and other aquatic recreation facilities shall comply with the
ISPSC, where the facility is one of the following, except that public swimming pool barriers are regulated by WAC
246-260-031(4):
1. For the sole use of residents and invited guests at a single-family dwelling;
2. For the sole use of residents and invited guests of a duplex owned by the residents; or
3. Operated exclusively for physical therapy or rehabilitation and under the supervision of a licensed medical
practitioner.
All other "water recreation facilities" as defined in RCW 70.90.110 are regulated under Chapters 246-260 and 246-
262 WAC.I[BL23]
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Chapter 19.40 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE CODE
Chapter 19.40
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
Sections:
19.40.000 International Property Maintenance Code adopted.
19.40.005 Amendments.
19.40.000 International Property Maintenance Code adopted.
The International Property Maintenance Code, 2018241-5 Edition, published by the International Code Council, is
hereby adopted. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 6, 2010].
19.40.005 Amendments.
A. Section 102.3, Application of other codes, is amended to read:
Repairs, additions or alterations to a structure, or changes of occupancy shall be done in
accordance with the procedures and provisions of the codes listed in ECDC 19.00.005.
Nothing in this code shall be construed to cancel, modify or set aside any provision of the
ECDC.
B. Section 106, Violations, is deleted and replaced as follows:
Violation of any provisions of this code are subject to the Civil Violation — Enforcement
procedures in Chapter 20.110 ECDC.
C. Sections 108.2, Closing of vacant structures, 108.3, Notice, 108.4, Placarding, 108.5, Prohibited occupancy,
108.6, Abatement methods, and 108.7, Record, are deleted and replaced by the provisions of Chapter 20.110 ECDC.
D. Section 111, Means of Appeal, is deleted and replaced by ECDC 20.110.040(C).
E. Section 302 is deleted.
F. Section 303 is deleted.
G. Section 308 is deleted.
H. Section 309 is deleted. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 6, 2010].
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Chapter 19.45 INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL
PERFORMANCE CODE
Chapter 19.45
INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL PERFORMANCE CODE
Sections:
19.45.000 International Code Council Performance Code adopted.
19.45.000 International Code Council Performance Code adopted.
The International Code Council Performance Code, 20182045 Edition, published by the International Code Council,
is hereby adopted. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3796 § 7, 2010].
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Chapter 19.50 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING
BUILDING CODE
Chapter 19.50
INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
19.50.000 International Existing Building Code adopted.
19.50.000 International Existing Building Code adopted.
The International Existing Building Code, 2018204-5 Edition, published by the International Code Council, as
amended by the Washington State Building Code Council in Chapter 51-50 WAC, and as subsequently amended by
this chapter, is hereby adopted along with Appendix Chapter A (Guidelines for the seismic retrofit of existing
buildings) and Resource A (Guidelines on fire ratings of archaic materials and assemblies).
�IBL24]Seetien 302.6, Residential stmeWFes, is added and reads:
Edmonds City Code and Community Development Code
Chapter 19.65 MARINAS
Chapter 19.65
MARINAS
Sections:
19.65.000
Application.
19.65.005
Building code — Compliance required.
19.65.010
Design live loads.
19.65.015
Materials.
19.65.020
Area and location requirements.
19.65.025
Fire Protection Standard adopted.
19.65.030
Fuel floats.
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19.65.000 Application.
The provisions of this chapter apply to the construction, changes, repair and use of a small boat marina providing
covered floating boat moorage within the city. A marina is a basin of safe anchorage providing moorage for small
vessels. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 2, 2010].
19.65.005 Building code — Compliance required.
All construction on or in connection with a marina shall comply with all the provisions of this title including
permits, permit fees and penalties and all other applicable ordinances of the city and other applicable laws. [Ord.
4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 2, 2010].
19.65.010 Design live loads.
A. Decks. Float decks shall have a design live load of at least 40 pounds per square foot minimum.
B. Roofs. The roof structures shall have a design live load of at least 25 pounds per square foot minimum.
C. Ramps. The ramps to floats shall have a design live load of at least 40 pounds per square foot minimum. [Ord.
4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 2, 2010].
19.65.015 Materials.
A. Roofs. Roof coverings shall be noncombustible.
B. Floats. Floating structures and floats shall be material of a type approved by the building official. [Ord. 4029 § 1
(Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 2, 2010].
19.65.020 Area and location requirements.
A. Length of Floats. The maximum length of any combination of floats shall be 500 feet from the shore end of the
gangplank to the outer end of the main float. A main float is a center or side float connected by a ramp to the shore,
being fixed laterally by a system of piling but allowed to move vertically, and may have finger floats connected at
intervals.
B. Length of Roofs. The maximum length of any roof over floats shall be 400 feet, measured along a main float. At
least 75 percent of the exterior walls shall be open. The maximum area covered shall be 30,000 square feet over any
single main float area.
C. Separation. The minimum separation of covered moorage shall be 20 feet.
D. Floats, piers, and walkways shall provide an aisle not less than 44 inches in width.
E. Slips and mooring spaces shall be individually identified by an approved numeric or alphabetic designator that
shall be posted at each space. Signs indicating the space designators located on finger piers and floats shall be posted
at the base of all piers, finger piers, floats and finger floats. [Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A),
2013; Ord. 3798 § 2, 2010].
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Chapter 19.65 MARINAS
19.65.025 Fire Protection Standard adopted.
A. The "Fire Protection Standard for Marinas and Boatyards," Current2416 Edition, of the National Fire Protection
Association Publication No. 303 is hereby adopted to provide the minimum acceptable level of safety to life and
property from fire and electrical hazards at marinas and boatyards. The most restrictive requirements from all codes
and adopted standards may apply. In the event of any conflict between provisions of the fire and electrical codes of
the city of Edmonds as adopted by this title, the fire and electrical codes shall prevail.
B. Access and Water Supply. Piers shall be provided with fire apparatus access roads and water -supply systems with
on -site hydrants where required by the fire marshal. The maximum distance from any point on a float system to an
approved fire hydrant shall be 600 feet, except for fuel floats there shall be 300 feet.
C. Emergency Operations Staging Areas. Approved areas on piers and ashore shall be provided for the staging of
emergency equipment. These areas shall be posted with approved signage to keep clear for emergency operations.
[Ord. 4029 § 1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 2, 2010].
19.65.030 Fuel floats.
A. Fuel floats shall be constructed of gas -resistant flotation material and shall be separated from other floats by at
least 80 feet of open water.
B. All fuel storage tanks shall be loea*ea u nae.,...^„na. Class I, II and IIIA Fuel Storage and Dispensing: All Class I,
II and HIA fuel storage tanks shall be of an approved type and comply with all zoning, building code and fire code
requirements, and comply with IFC section 2303.2, Emergency disconnect switches. Emergency controls shall have
an approved means of signage and illumination. Portable Class I, II and IIIA Fuel containers shall be of the listed
and approved type and no larger than 6 gallons.
C. All fuel lines shall be provided with flexible connections from shore to floating facilities.
D. Fire extinguishers shall be provided near fuel dispensers as approved by the Edmonds fire department.
E. Gangplank access from shore to fuel floats shall be within 175 feet of fuel dispensers.
F. Fresh water taps shall be available on fuel floats.
G. All portions of a fuel float shall be located within 300 feet of a fire hydrant.
H. Moorage at any fuel float shall be prohibited and unlawful except during the shortest time necessary to take on
fuel. Moorage shall be unlawful at any fuel float at any time the fuel pumps are not open for business and physically
attended by the fuel pump proprietor, his agent, employee or port tenant trained to a fire department approved
environmental and safety standard. It shall be the independent responsibility of the fuel pump proprietor, vessel
operator, and vessel owner to comply with this subsection and each said person or class of persons shall be subject
to the penalties of ECC 5.50.020 for any and all violations hereof.
I. All fuel spills shall be reported immediately in accordance with local, state and federal requirements. [Ord. 4029 §
1 (Att. A), 2016; Ord. 3926 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 3798 § 2, 2010].
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ORDINANCE SUMMARY
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OR INA CE ND 4212
AN OR0;NANC OF EDMONDS.
WASHINGTON. AMENDING THE STATE BUILDING CODE
AND THE CHAPTERS OF TITLE 19 OF THE EDMONDS
COMMUNITY QEVELOPMENr COOP: PERTAINING TO THE
SWI-DING CODE, THE RESIDENTIAL CODE, THE FIRE
CODE. THE MECHANICAL CODE. THE PLUMBING CODE,
THE ENE ROY CODE. AND RELATED MATTERS
The NI 9e%t of lhli OnlInance WIII be Alalled upon fegllesf.
DATED lhl: 28ih 07of Januq, 2021.
C" CLERH, SCOT PASSE
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