Ordinance 35020006.90000
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5/8/04
ORDINANCE NO. 3502
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS,
WASHINGTON, REPEALING AND REENACTING TITLE 19
BUILDING CODES, EXEMPTING ONLY THE EARTH
SUBSIDENCE AND LANDSLIDE HAZARD AREA
PROVISIONS FROM CHAPTER 19.05, AND FIXING A TIME
WHEN THE SAME SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE.
WHEREAS, the City enacts the various building and other construction codes in
accordance with the requirements of Chapter 19.27 RCW, and
WHEREAS, the State Building Code Council has adopted and the City of
Edmonds is required to adopt various versions of the International Building Code, and
WHEREAS, the City Council deems it to be in the public interest to amend such
codes in accordance with their prior application, understanding and enforcement within the City
of Edmonds, and
WHEREAS, the City is separately reviewing provisions of Chapter 19.05 relating
to earth subsidence and landslide hazard areas and intends that this enactment merely renumber
the existing chapter pending its review, NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, DO
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Edmonds Community Development Code, Title 19, excepting
Chapter 19.05 relating to earth subsidence and landslide hazard areas is hereby repealed.
Chapter 19.05 is hereby renumbered as Chapter 19. 10, but no provision thereof shall be deemed
to be repealed, amended or otherwise affected by the reenactment of the remainder of this Title.
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Section 2. The Edmonds Community Development Code is hereby amended by
the reenactment of Title 19 Building Codes to read as follows:
Title 19
BUILDING CODES
Chapters:
19.00
Building Code
19.05
Residential Building Code
19.10
Earth Subsidence and Landslide Hazard Areas
19.15
Mechanical and Fuel Gas Code
19.20
Plumbing Code
19.25
Fire Code
19.30
Energy Code
19.35
Ventilation Code
19.40
Dangerous Building Code
19.45
Housing Code
19.50
Historic 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
Board of Appeals
19.85
Penalties
19.90
Limitation of Benefited and Protected Classes
Chapter 19.00
BUILDING CODE
Sections:
19.00.000
International building code adopted.
19.00.005
Section amendments.
19.00.010
Work exempt from permit.
19.00.015
Fully complete application.
19.00.020
Concurrent review.
19.00.025
Architectural design review - optional vesting.
19.00.030
Demolition permits.
19.00.000 International building code adopted.
Under the statutory authority of RCW 19.27.031 and RCW
19.27.074, the 2003 edition of the International Building Code
(IBC) as published by the International Code Council (ICC),
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including the state amendments set forth in RCW 34.05.360 and
WAC 51 -50, including the following Appendices; E
(Supplementary Accessibility Requirements), G (Flood- Resistant
Construction), H (Signs), and J (Grading) is hereby adopted by
reference as if fully set forth as the building code of the city of
Edmonds. The provisions of this code shall regulate the erection,
construction, enlargement, alteration, equipment, use, area and
maintenance of buildings and structures in the city; and provide for
the issuance of permits and the collection of permit fees.
Referenced codes.
Where the following codes are referenced within any of the codes
adopted and amended in ECDC Title 19, they shall be substituted
as follows:
A. International Building Code shall mean the Building Code as
adopted and amended in ECDC Title 19.
B. International Residential Code shall mean the Residential
Building Code as adopted and amended in ECDC Title 19.
C. International Mechanical Code shall mean the Mechanical
Code as adopted and amended in ECDC Title 19.
D. International Fuel Gas Code shall mean the Fuel Gas Code as
adopted in RCW 19.27 and in accordance with the Mechanical
Code as adopted and amended in ECDC Title 19.
E. International Fire Code shall mean the Fire Code as adopted
and amended in ECDC Title 19.
F. Uniform Plumbing Code shall mean the Plumbing Code as
adopted and amended in ECDC Title 19.
G. Washington State Energy Code shall mean the Energy Code as
adopted and amended in ECDC Title 19.
H. The National Electrical Code shall mean the Electrical Code as
adopted and amended in ECDC Title 19.
I. Uniform Housing Code shall mean the Housing Code as
adopted and amended in ECDC Title 19.
J. Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings shall
mean the Dangerous Building Code as adopted and amended in
ECDC Title 19.
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K. State Historic Building Code shall mean the Historic Building
Code as adopted and amended in ECDC Title 19.
L. Washington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code
shall mean the Ventilation Code as adopted and amended by
ECDC Title 19.
M. International Existing Building Code -not adopted. All
references shall be disregarded.
N. International Property Maintenance Code -not adopted. All
references shall be disregarded.
O. International Electrical Code -not adopted. All references shall
be disregarded.
These codes shall be considered part of the requirements of this
code to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
19.00.005 Section amendments.
The following sections of the IBC have been added, amended,
deleted or replaced as follows:
A. Chapter 1 Administration.
1. Section 104.3 Notices and orders. 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.
2. Section 105.1.1 Annual permit. Deleted.
3. Section 105.1.2 Annual permit records. Deleted.
4. Section 105.2 Work exempt from permit. Replaced by ECDC
19.00.010.
5. Section 105.3.2 Time limitation of permit application.
a. 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.
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b. The building official may extend the time for action by the
applicant for a period not exceeding 180 days prior to such
expiration date.
c. No application shall be extended more than once for a total
application life of 360 days. 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.
6. Section 105.5 Permit expiration and extension.
a. Every permit issued under ECDC Title 19 shall expire by
limitation 360 days after issuance, except as provided in
ECDC 19.00.005(A)(6)(b).
b. The following permits shall expire by limitation, 180 days
after issuance and may not be extended:
i. Demolition permits required by ECDC 19.00.030;
ii. Permits for Moving Buildings required by Chapter
19.60 ECDC;
iii. Mechanical permits;
iv. Tank removal, tank fill, or tank placement permits;
v. Grading, excavation and fill permits;
vi. Water service line permits;
vii. Plumbing permits;
viii. Gas piping permits;
ix. Deck and dock permits;
x. Fence permits;
xi. Re -roof permits;
xii. Rockery and retaining wall permits;
xiii. Swimming pool, hot tub and spa permits;
xiv. Sign permits;
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xv. Shoring permits;
xvi. Foundation permits.
c. Prior to expiration of an active permit the applicant may
request in writing an extension for an additional 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 half the original building permit
fee to extend the permit.
d. 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 prior to the
extension, the permit shall be extended for a third and final
year. In lieu of permit fees for the third year extension,
inspection fees shall be charged for the remaining work
based on the number of required inspections remaining for
the project for all city departments.
e. 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 20.105.020(B), the time limit
periods imposed under this section shall also be stayed until
final decision.
f. 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
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promote public health and safety if applied to the project
through the issuance of a new permit.
7. Section 105.5.1 Recommence work on an expired permit.
a. In order to recommence work on an expired permit, a new
permit application with full permit 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 when an
application for a new permit is submitted which fully
complies with ECDC 19.00.015. When additional plan
review is required, plan review fees shall be charged.
8. Section 106.3.3 Phased approval for multi - family and
commercial development.
a. 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. 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 permit 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.
9. Section 107 Temporary structures and uses. Deleted.
10. Section 108 Fees. Replaced by Chapter 19.70 ECDC.
11. Section 112 Appeals. Replaced by Chapter 19.80 ECDC.
B. Chapter 5 General Building Heights and Areas.
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1. Section 501.2 Premises identification. Approved numbers or
addresses shall be installed by the property owner for new
buildings in such a position as to be clearly visible and legible
from the street or roadway fronting the property. Letters or
numbers 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.
C. Chapter 31 Special Construction.
1. Section 3103 Temporary structures. Deleted:
2. Section 3108.1.1 Radio, television and cellular communication
related equipment and devices. A permit is required for the
installation or relocation of commercial radio, television or cellular
tower support structures including monopoles, guyed or lattice
towers, whip antennas, panel antennas, parabolic antennas and
related accessory equipment, and accessory equipment shelters
(regardless of size) including roof mounted equipment shelters.
3. Section 3109.1 Applicability and maintenance. Swimming
pools, hot tubs and spas of all occupancies shall comply with the
requirements of this section and other applicable sections of this
code. It is the responsibility of the owner to maintain the
swimming pool, hot tub or spa in a clean and sanitary condition
and all equipment 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 shall be determined to be a hazard to health
and safety and shall be properly mitigated to the satisfaction of the
building official.
4. Section 3109.1.1 Permit required. It shall be unlawful for any
person to install, remove, alter, fill with material other than water,
repair or replace any swimming pool, hot tub or spa in a building
or on premises without first obtaining a permit to do such work
from the building official. Reference ECDC 19.00.010(K) for
permit exemptions.
5. Section 3109.3 Public swimming pools. Deleted.
6. Section 3109.4 Residential swimming pools. Deleted.
7. Section 3109.6 Fences and gates. The swimming pool area
shall be completely surrounded by a substantial fence at least six
(6) feet in height. No openings shall be greater than two (2) inches,
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and a self - closing, self - latching gate shall be provided, with an
inside lock inaccessible to children aged five (5) years or younger.
The gate shall be securely locked when the swimming pool is
unattended. Any swimming pool not presently fenced as required
by this section shall be fenced within sixty (60) days of this code
adoption.
8. Section 3109.7 Location and setbacks. Swimming pools, hot
tubs and spas shall meet requirements of the zoning code of the
city of Edmonds. 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. All other accessory buildings
and equipment shall meet the normally required setbacks for
accessory structures in the zone in which they are located.
9. Section 3109.8 Equipment foundations and enclosures. All
mechanical equipment supported from the ground shall rest on
level concrete or other approved base extending not less than three
(3) inches above the adjoining ground level. All heating and
electrical equipment, unless approved for outdoor installation, shall
be adequately protected against the weather or installed within a
building.
10. Section 3109.9 Accessibility and clearances. Equipment shall
be so installed as to provide accessibility for cleaning, operating,
maintenance, and servicing.
11. Section 3109.10 Tests and cross connection devices. All
swimming pool, hot tub and spa piping shall be inspected and
approved before being covered or concealed. Washington State
Department of Health approved cross connection devices are
required to be provided when used to fill any swimming pool, hot
tub or spa.
12. Section 3109.11 Wastewater disposal. 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.
a. 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.
b. 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.
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13. Section 3109.12 Inspection requirements. The appropriate city
inspector shall be notified for the following applicable inspections:
a. 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.
b. An initial cross connection control installation inspection is
required by the city cross connection control specialist prior
to final installation approval.
c. 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.
D. Appendix E Accessibility Requirements.
1. Section E107 Signage. Deleted.
2. Section E108 Bus stops. Deleted.
3. Section E110 Airports. Deleted.
4. Section E111 Qualified historic buildings and facilities.
Deleted.
5. Section E112 Referenced standards. Deleted.
E. Appendix H Signs.
1. Section H101.2 Signs exempt from permits replaced by ECDC
19.00.010(Q).
2. Section H101.2.1 Prohibited signs.
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
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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.
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. Section H104 Identification. Deleted.
4. Section H106.1.1 Internally illuminated signs. Deleted.
5. Section H107 Combustible materials. Deleted.
6. Section H108 Animated devices. Deleted.
7. Section H109.1 Height restrictions. Deleted.
8. Section 1-1110 Roof signs. Deleted.
F. Appendix J Grading.
1. Section J103.2 Grading permit exemptions replaced by
19.00.010(M).
19.00.010 Work exempt from permit.
IBC section 105.2 is replaced with the following:
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 limited or prohibited by the provisions of Chapter
19.10 ECDC or Chapter 20.15(B) ECDC:
A. One (1) story detached accessory structures used as tool and
storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses; provided the floor area
(measured to the exterior wall or post) does not exceed 120 square
feet, with a maximum eave of thirty (30) inches.
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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 four feet (4) 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:
(1) supporting a surcharge;
(2) impounding Class I, II, III -A liquids;
(3) located in a critical area, in which case a permit shall be
required.
E. Rockeries less than eight (8) feet in height measured vertically
from the finished grade at the toe of the rockery to the highest
point of the uppermost rock, provided the rockery is designed for
erosion protection purposes only and is placed against an existing
cut slope, unless located in a critical area.
F. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does
not exceed 500 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width
does not exceed two (2) to one (1).
G. Uncovered platforms, decks, patios, walks, ramps and
driveways not more than thirty (30) inches above grade and not
over any basement or story below, and which are not part of an
accessible route.
H. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops and
similar finish work.
I. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and
scenery.
J. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural
purposes and not including service systems.
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.
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L. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to an
occupancy.
A Grading in an isolated, self contained, non - critical area,
provided; there is no danger to the public, and such grading will
not adversely affect adjoining properties, and less than fifty (50)
cubic yards are placed, removed or moved within any 365 day
period.
N. Repair of appliances which do not alter original approval,
certification, listing or code.
O. Replacement or adding new insulation with no drywall removal
or placement.
P. Replacement or repair of existing gutters or downspouts.
Q. The following types of signs are exempt from permit
requirements except that dimensional size and placement standards
shall comply with Chapter 20.60 ECDC; replacing the panel on a
previously permitted existing wall cabinet or pole sign, repainting
an existing previously permitted wood sign, painted or vinyl
lettering on storefront windows, governmental signs, campaign
signs, official public notices, and signs required by provision of
local, state, or federal law, temporary signs announcing the sale or
rent of property and other temporary signs as described in ECDC
20.60.080, signs erected by the transportation authorities, and
temporary seasonal and holiday displays.
R. Television antennas less than thirty -nine (39) inches in
diameter.
19.00.015 Fully complete application.
In accordance with the provisions of RCW 19.27.031 and RCW
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
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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
fees, including but not limited to; building permit fees and plan
review fees required under the provisions of this chapter and code.
19.00.020 Concurrent review.
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 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.
19.00.025 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, ECDC Title 19 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
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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 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 106, as the same
exists or is hereafter amended, and other engineering documents,
plans or drawings required by ECDC Title 18 may be submitted
within ninety (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 ninety (90) days of
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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.
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 19.00.005 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 106. It is anticipated that minor
adjustments and changes may 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 appealable only to the
Superior Court of Snohomish County by Land Use Petition Act
and is not subject to the provisions of Chapter 20.105 ECDC.
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C. The rights vested by ECDC 19.00.015 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.
19.00.030 Demolition permits.
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 hereby
established as set forth in 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. Plug or cap abandoned sanitary sewers. Septic tanks are to 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 twelve (12) inch diameter. Debris left on site
shall conform to IBC 1803.2 for clean fill.
3. Construction debris, vegetation, and garbage from adjacent
streets, alleys and on -site shall be removed within thirty (30) days.
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4. Repair of any damage to, and restoration of, any public
property to substantially original conditions, i.e. alley, street,
sidewalk, water meter, utilities, rockeries, retaining walls, etc. .
5. Grading of site back to original topography grades. Basements
shall be filled and compacted to 90 percent to be verified by
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
should be clean and free draining and should be placed above
unyielding native site soils and compacted to a minimum of 90
percent modified proctor, per ASTM D1557.
6. Temporary erosion control is installed and maintained per
Chapter 18.30 ECDC.
Chapter 19.05
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CODE
Sections:
19.05.000
International residential code adopted.
19.05.005
Section amendments.
19.05.010
Work exempt from permit.
19.05.015
Fully complete application.
19.05.020
Concurrent review.
19.05.025
Manufactured home installation standards.
19.05.000 International residential code adopted.
Under the statutory authority of RCW 19.27.031 and RCW
19.27.074, the 2003 edition of the International Residential Code
(IRC) as published by the International Code Council (ICC),
including the state amendments set forth in RCW 34.05.360 and
WAC Chapter 51 -51, including the following Appendices; A
(Sizing and Capacities of Gas Piping), B (Sizing of Venting
Systems Serving Appliances Equipped with Draft Hoods, Category
1 Appliances, and Appliances Listed For Use and Type B Vents),
C (Exit Terminals of Mechanical Draft and Direct -Vent Venting
Systems), and K (Sound Transmission Control) is hereby adopted
by reference as if fully set forth as the residential building code of
the city of Edmonds. The provisions of this code shall regulate the
erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, equipment, use,
area, and maintenance of residential buildings and structures in the
city; and provide for the issuance of permits and the collection of
permit fees.
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19.05.005 Section amendments.
The following sections of the IRC have been added, amended,
deleted or replaced as follows:
A. Chapter 1 Administration.
1. Section R104.3 Notices and orders. 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.
2. Section R105.2 Work exempt from permit. Replaced by ECDC
19.05.010.
3. Section R105.3.2 Time limitation of permit application.
Replaced by ECDC 19.00.005(A)(5).
4. Section R105.5 Permit expiration and extension. Every permit
issued shall expire by limitation 360 days after issuance except as
provided in 19.00.005(A)(6)(b).
5. Section R105.5.1 Recommence work on an expired permit.
Replaced by ECDC 19.00.005(A)(7).
6. Section R106.3.3 Phased approval. Replaced by ECDC
19.00.005(A)(8).
7. Section R107 Temporary structures and uses. Deleted.
8. Section R108 Fees. Replaced by Chapter 19.70 ECDC.
9. Section R109.1.5.1.2 Lath or gypsum board inspection. To be
made after all lathing and gypsum board, interior and exterior, is in
place, but before any plastering is applied or before gypsum board
joints and fasteners are taped and finished.
10. Section R112 Appeals. Replaced by Chapter 19.80 ECDC.
B. Chapter 3 Building Planning.
1. Table R301.2(1) Climatic and geographic design criteria.
a. Ground Snow load =25
b. Wind Speed(e)(mph) =85
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c. Seismic Design Category(g) =D2
d. Weathering(a) = moderate
e. Frost Line Depth(b) =18"
f. Termite(c)= slight to moderate
g. Decay(d) = slight to moderate
h. Winter Design Temp(f)= 27degrees
i. Flood Hazards (h) NFIP date of adoption 3 -26 -74 Effective
FIRM Maps 11 -8 -99
j. Ice Shield Underlayment required(i) =No
k. Air Freezing Indexo) =0 -1000
1. Mean Annual Temp(k) =50 degrees
Refer to Table R301.2 (])for applicable footnotes.
2. Section R324 Automatic fire sprinkler system. An automatic
fire sprinkler system is required for buildings containing five (5) or
more attached dwelling units. Refer to ECDC 19.25.040.
19.05.010 Work exempt from permit.
IRC section R105.2 is replaced with the following:
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 limited or prohibited by the provisions of Chapter
19.10 ECDC or Chapter 20.15(B) ECDC. In addition to the permit
exemptions of ECDC 19.00.010, the following single family
dwelling exemptions shall apply:
A. One (1) story detached accessory structures used as tool and
storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses; provided the floor area
(measured to the exterior wall or post) does not exceed 120 square
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feet, with a maximum eave of thirty (30) inches and maximum
height of fifteen (15) feet.
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.
C. Sport courts less than 2,000 square feet.
D. Dock repair of individual decking members.
E. Replacement or repair of existing exterior siding.
F. Replacement or repair of existing window or doors with no
change in size or framing.
G. Replacement or repair of individual decking, joists, stair treads,
or intermediate rails.
19.05.015 Fully complete application.
In accordance with the provisions of RCW 19.27.031 and RCW
19.27.074, an applicant's rights shall vest when a fully complete
building permit application is filed pursuant to ECDC 19.00.015.
19.05.020 Concurrent review.
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 pursuant to ECDC 19.00.020.
19.05.025 Manufactured home installation standards.
A. Existing regulations.
1. Except as hereafter amended, WAC 296 -150M as currently
promulgated together with any future amendments thereof, or
future additions thereto, are hereby adopted by reference and
incorporated into the ECDC as if set forth herein in full. 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.
2. All references to "installation permits" in WAC 296 -150M, as
herein adopted by reference, shall refer to building permits issued
for the installation of manufactured homes.
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3. Fees for the installation of a manufactured home shall be set
forth in Chapter 19.70 ECDC. All other applicable development
fees ,shall also be imposed as with any other single family
residence.
4. Manufactured homes are permitted only within designated
mobile home parks.
B. Effective July 1, 2005, the following provisions shall apply:
1. Pursuant to added RCW 35.21.2, RCW 35A.21.3, RCW
36.01.4, and amended RCW 35.63.160 and 1998 c 239 s 1. homes
built to 42 USC Section 5401 -5403 standards (as amended in
2000) shall be regulated for the purposes of siting, in the same
manner as site built homes, factory built homes, or homes built to
any other approved state construction.
2. 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, inspect the installation
of manufactured homes, and enforce all violations of this chapter.
3. All references to "installation permits" in WAC 296 -150M, as
herein adopted by reference, shall refer to building permits issued
for the installation of manufactured homes.
4. Fees for the installation of a manufactured home are set forth in
Chapter 19.70 ECDC All other applicable development fees shall
also be imposed as with any other single family residence.
5. Manufactured homes to be placed within the city shall not be
older than three (3) calendar years from the date of complete
permit application submittal. The applicant is required to provide
the vehicle identification number (VIN) information.
6. Manufactured homes are required to be placed upon a
permanent building code compliant foundation pursuant to 1RC
Chapter 4 and/or IBC Chapter 18. The building official shall
determine all required inspections for a manufactured home.
7. All spaces measured from the underside of the home to
finished grade shall be enclosed with a decorative skirting.
8. Manufactured homes shall be thermally equivalent to the
current state energy code.
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9. The minimum manufactured home size shall be at least two (2)
fully enclosed parallel sections each not less than twelve (12) feet
wide by thirty -six (36) feet long.
10. Coated metal, tin, or vinyl roofing material is not permitted.
11. Manufactured homes shall comply with all other development
standards of this code.
Chapter 19.10
EARTH SUBSIDENCE AND LANDSLIDE HAZARD AREAS
NOTE: Reserved for corrected 19.10.
Chapter 19.15
MECHANICAL AND FUEL GAS CODE
Sections:
19.15.000
International mechanical code and international fuel
gas code adopted.
19.15.005
Section amendments.
19.15.010
Work exempt from permit.
19.15.000 International mechanical code and International fuel
gas code adopted. '
Under the statutory authority of RCW 19.27.031 and RCW '
19.27.074, the 2003 edition of the International Mechanical Code
(IMC) as well as the 2003 edition of the International Fuel and Gas
Code (IFGC) including the following Appendices; A (Sizing and
Capacities of Gas Piping), B (Sizing of Venting Systems Serving
Appliances Equipped with Draft Hoods, Category 1 Appliances,
and Appliances Listed For Use and Type B Vents), C (Exit
Terminals of Mechanical Draft and Direct -Vent Venting Systems)
(except for Section 109 Appeals, which is replaced by Chapter
19.80 ECDC), published by the International Code Council
together with the state amendments set forth in WAC 51 -52, are
adopted by reference as if fully set forth as the mechanical and fuel
gas code of the city of Edmonds.
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19.15.005 Section amendments.
A. Chapter 1 Administration.
1. Section 106.2 Work exempt from permit. Replaced by ECDC
19.15.010.
2. Section 106.4.3 Expiration.
a. Every permit issued by the building official under the
provisions of this code shall expire by limitation and
become null and void if the work authorized by such permit
is not commenced and granted final approval within 180
days from the date of such permit. Once expired, a new
permit with full fees shall be obtained before work is
recommenced.
b. Mechanical permits issued in conjunction with a main
building permit may be extended to expire with the main
building permit and may be extended with provisions
afforded to the main building permit.
3. Section 106.4.4 Extensions. Deleted.
4. Section 106.5 Fees. Replaced by Chapter 19.70 ECDC.
5. Section 109 Appeals. Replaced by Chapter 19.80 ECDC.
19.15.010 Work exempt from permit.
IMC Section 106.2 is amended 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. A building permit shall not be
required for the following subject to stated limitations in areas of
the city subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.10 ECDC:
A. Gas:
1. Portable heating, cooking or clothes drying appliances.
2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of
equipment or make such equipment unsafe.
3. Portable fuel cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed
piping system and are not interconnected to a power grid.
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B. Mechanical:
1. Portable heating appliances.
2. Portable ventilation appliances.
3. Portable cooling unit.
4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or
cooling equipment regulated by this code.
5. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of
equipment or make such equipment unsafe.
6. Portable evaporative cooler.
7. Self- contained refrigeration systems containing ten (10) pounds
or less of refrigerant or that are actuated by motors of one. (1)
horsepower or less.
8. Portable fuel cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed
piping system and are not interconnected to a power grid.
Chapter 19.20
PLUMBING CODE
Sections:
19.20.000 Uniform plumbing code adopted.
19.20.005 Section amendments.
19.20.010 Evidence of potable water.
19.20.000 Uniform plumbing code adopted.
Under the statutory authority of RCW 19.27.031 and RCW
19.27.074, the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), 2003 edition
including Appendix G (Graywater Systems for Single Family
Dwellings), published by the International Association of
Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, together with the state
amendments set forth in WAC 51 -56 and RCW 19.27.031 and
RCW 19.27.074, are adopted by reference as if fully set forth as
the plumbing code for the city of Edmonds, with the exception of
fuel -gas piping being superseded by the International Fuel and Gas
Code as described in Chapter 19.15 ECDC, and the amendments
contained herein. The 2003 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code
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Standards is also adopted by reference as if fully set forth, pursuant
to WAC 51 -57.
19.20.005 Section amendments.
A. Chapter 1 Administration.
1. WAC 102.4 Appeals. Replaced by Chapter 19.80 ECDC.
2. Section 103.3.4 Expiration.
a. Every permit issued by the building official under the
provisions of this code shall expire by limitation and
become null and void if the work authorized by such permit
is not commenced and granted final approval within 180
days from the date of such permit. Once expired, a new
permit with full fees shall be obtained before work is
recommenced.
b. Plumbing permits issued in conjunction with a main
building permit may be extended to expire with the main
building permit and may be extended with provisions
afforded to the main building permit.
3. Section 103.4 Fees. Replaced by Chapter 19.70 ECDC.
4. Section 103.6.4 Septic or sewer system connection. No
occupancy permit shall be issued for the occupancy of any building
or structure until connection to the city public sewer system has
been verified or an approved sewage septic system has been
installed and approved.
B. Chapter 7 Sanitary Drainage.
1. Part II - Building sewers. Deleted.
a. Section 713.0 Sewer required. Deleted. Building sewers
located more than two (2) feet from the exterior wall of the
building to the property line are regulated by the city public
works director.
b. Section 714.0 Damage to public sewer or private sewage
disposal system. Deleted.
c. Section 715.0 Building sewer materials. Deleted.
d. Section 716.0 Markings. Deleted.
e. Section 717.0 Size of building sewers. Deleted.
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f. Section 718.0 Grade, support and protection of building
sewers. Deleted.
g. Section 719.0 Cleanouts. Deleted.
h. Section 720.0 Sewer and water pipes. Deleted.
i. Section 721.0 Location. Deleted.
J. Section 722.0 Abandoned sewers and sewage disposal
facilities. Deleted.
k. Section 723.0 Building sewer test. Deleted.
1. Table 7 -7 Minimum horizontal distance required from
building sewer. Deleted.
m. Table 7 -8 Maximum /minimum fixture unit loading on
building sewer piping. Deleted.
C. Chapter 10 Traps and Interceptors.
1. UPC 1014.0 Grease traps and interceptors. Deleted. Grease
traps and all interceptors are regulated by city Ordinance 3401 and
3487.
2. UPC 1015.0 Food waste disposal and dishwasher prohibited.
Deleted.
3. UPC 1016.0 Sand interceptors. Deleted.
4. UPC 1017.0 Oil and flammable liquids interceptors. Deleted.
D. Chapter 11 Storm drainage. Replaced by Chapter 18.30 ECDC.
E. Chapter 12 Fuel piping. Replaced by ECDC 19.15.
F. Chapter 15 Firestop protection. Deleted.
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
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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.
Chapter 19.25
FIRE CODE
Sections:
19.25.000
Adoption of life safety and maintenance codes.
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 water main's and hydrants.
19.25.030
Charges for fire review and inspection.
19.25.035
Fire extinguishers and systems.
19.25.040
Automatic sprinkler systems.
19.25.045
Modifications.
19.25.050
Water mains and fire hydrants.
19.25.055
Location of public hydrants.
19.25.060
Location of private hydrants.
19.25.065
Mains and service lines.
19.25.070
Hydrant specification.
19.25.075
Penalties.
19.25.000 Adoption of life safety and maintenance codes.
Under the statutory authority of RCW 19.27.031 and RCW
19.27.074, the 2003 edition of the International Fire Code (IFC) as
published by the International Code Council including the state
amendments set forth in Chapter 51 -54 WAC, including reference
standards of the National Fire Protection Association and the
following Appendices; B (Fire -Flow Requirements for Buildings),
C (Fire Hydrant Locations and Distribution), E (Hazard
Categories) and F (Hazard Ranking) are adopted by reference as if
fully set forth as the fire code of the city of Edmonds. The
International Existing Building Code is not adopted and all
references to that code shall be disregarded.
19.25.005 Section amendments.
The following sections of the IFC have been added, amended,
deleted or replaced as follows: ,
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A. Chapter 1 Administration.
1. Section 104.10.1 Assistance from other agencies. Police and
other enforcement agencies shall have authority to render
necessary assistance in the investigation of fires and enforcement
of the life safety provisions of this code when requested to do so
by the fire code official.
2. Section 104.11.2 Obstructing operations. No person shall
obstruct the operations of the fire department in connection with
extinguishment control or investigation of any fire, or actions
relative to other emergencies, or disobey any lawful command of
the fire chief or officer of the fire department in charge of the
emergency, or any part thereof, or any lawful order of a police
officer assisting the fire department.
3. Section 108 Board of appeals. Replaced by Chapter 19.80
ECDC.
B. Chapter 5 Fire Service Features (fire apparatus access roads).
The following sections are adopted as originally set forth in the
IFC.
1. Section 503.1 Where required.
2. Section 503.1.1 Buildings and facilities.
3. Section 503.1.2 Additional access.
4. Section 503.1.3 High -piled storage.
5. Section 503.2 Specifications.
6. Section 503.3 Marking.
7. Section 503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads.
C. Chapter 9 Fire Protection Systems.
1. Section 901.6.1 Standards. Fire protection systems shall be
inspected, tested and. maintained in accordance with the referenced
standards listed in Table 901.6.1. For the sole purpose of
inspecting, testing and maintenance of water -based fire protection
systems in accordance with NFPA 25, all existing water -based fire
protection systems shall be considered new as of July 1, 2004.
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2. Section 904.11.7 Existing commercial cooking systems.
Existing fire suppression systems not in compliance with
Underwriters Laboratory Standard 300 shall be replaced with a
conforming system by July 1, 2005.
D. Chapter 33 Explosives and Fireworks.
1. Section 3301.1.3 Fireworks. Exceptions #3 and #4 replaced by
ECC 5.27.
19.25.010 Department of fire prevention.
A. There is established in the city fire department a department of
fire prevention, to be supervised by the fire code official.
B. The IFC shall be enforced by the department of fire prevention.
C. The fire code official shall be the fire marshal who shall be in
charge of the department of fire prevention, shall be appointed by
the mayor on the basis of applicable civil service rules and
regulations for the city.
D. The fire marshal may recommend to the fire chief the
employment of technical officers, inspectors and other employees.
If approved, technical officers and inspectors shall be hired or
assigned for that purpose.
E. An annual report shall be provided to the mayor. It shall
contain all proceedings under this code, with other statistics as the
fire marshal of the city fire department may wish to include. The
fire marshal may also recommend any changes to the code.
19.25.015 Definitions.
A. Whenever the term "fire code official" is used in the IFC, it
shall mean the fire marshal.
B. Whenever the term "chief administrative officer" or "fire
chief," is used in the IFC, it shall mean the fire chief.
C. Whenever the term "legal representative of the jurisdiction" is
used in the IFC, it shall mean the city attorney.
D. Whenever the word "jurisdiction" is used in the IFC, it shall
mean the city of Edmonds.
19.25.020 Permits.
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A. Whenever the IFC requires an operational permit, the
application for the permit shall be accompanied by an application
fee of $30.00. All permits shall be renewed annually unless a
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 19.25.030.
C. The following activities regulated pursuant to the IFC shall not
require a permit to be issued under this section. Nothing herein
shall be interpreted, however, to exempt these activities from other
permits or licenses required by law or ordinance. The accepted
activities are:
1. Carnivals and fairs;
2. Open flames and candles;
3. Open burning (see ECC 5.22.030);
4. Fire hydrants and water control valves;
5. Private fire hydrants;
6. Rooftop heliports;
7. Waste handling.
19.25.025 Charges for water mains and hydrants.
A. Water main replacement to city standards, plans and
specifications will be accomplished by the city in accordance with
the city's water comprehensive plan and adopted capital
improvement program. 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 (6) inches and the size that is required to be installed
only when the existing system is a looped system.
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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
RCW 35.91.
19.25.030 Charges for fire review and inspection.
A. Certain licenses and permits issued by the city include a fire
safety 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 city
employees.
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
includes, but is not limited to; public amusements licenses issued
pursuant to ECC 4.32, cabaret dances licenses issued pursuant to
ECC 4.48, adult entertainment facilities licenses issued pursuant to
ECC 4.52, and aircraft landing licenses issued pursuant to ECC
4.80.
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C. No charge shall be levied against any department or agency of
the city of Edmonds operating within the city's General Fund.
19.25.035 Fire extinguishers and systems.
A. A permit or a current license /certification by an approved
testing authority shall be required for the servicing of fire
extinguishers and fire extinguishing systems.
B. Applicants for a permit to service fire extinguishers and fire
extinguishing systems shall be required to take and pass an
examination to be established by the fire marshal. Permit fees are
set forth in Chapter 19.70 ECDC. If the permit is not issued,
because the examination is not held or the applicant fails to
complete the examination, a refund of the permit fee will be made
to the applicant.
C. Permits shall be issued by the fire marshal. The permit may be
revoked at any time the permittee fails to comply with city, state or
federal regulations. The permit is not transferable and shall be void
if the permit holder changes business address or employers.
D. The permit shall expire after five (5) years. The permittee shall
then obtain a new permit if he wishes to continue servicing fire
extinguishers or fire extinguishing systems.
E. The fire marshal may waive permit requirements for applicant
when provided with proof of current license or current certification
by an approved testing authority. The fire marshal may, as often as
necessary, inquire with licensing authority regarding licensing and
certification testing methods, requirements and dates of
effectiveness, prior to approval for work performed.
F. A \certificate of inspection for every system test, maintenance,
activation and repair shall be forwarded to the fire marshal upon
completion of service. One copy of that record shall be maintained
on the premises.
G. Appeals regarding the administration of the fire extinguisher.
and fire - extinguishing system permit and license approval process
shall file their appeal with the fire chief and be heard before the
Board of appeals pursuant to Chapter 19.80 ECDC.
19.25.040 Automatic sprinkler systems.
An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed and maintained
throughout every building constructed under the International
Residential Code containing five (5) or more attached dwelling
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units. Residential or quick response standard sprinkler heads shall
be used in accordance with their approved listing in the dwelling.
19.25.045 Modifications.
A. The fire marshal may modify any of the provisions of the IFC
or this chapter on written application by the owner or lessee 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, secure the public
safety and do substantial justice. The particulars of an approved
modification shall be written by the fire marshal and kept in the
records of the department. A signed copy shall be promptly given
to the applicant.
B. 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 fire chief. Such appeals shall be governed by the
procedures set forth in Chapter 19.80 ECDC.
19.25.050 Water mains and fire hydrants.
All fire hydrants, water main and appurtenance installation 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.
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 hydrants spacing shall be measured along
vehicle access routes.
C. In areas zoned for single - family residential use, public hydrants
shall be spaced no more than 600 feet apart. If dead -end streets, or
driveways, singly or in combination, are over 300 feet long,
additional public hydrants shall be installed so that the public
hydrant spacing is not over 600 feet.
D. In areas other than single - family residential, public fire
hydrants shall be spaced an average of 300 feet apart. If dead -end
streets or driveways, singly or in combination, are over 150 feet
long, additional public hydrants shall be installed so that the public
hydrant spacing is not over 300 feet.
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19.25.060 Location of private hydrants.
A. A private hydrant is privately owned, but is subject to the use
of 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 single - 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. Single family dwellings with a fire area greater
than 4,800 square feet within the exterior walls may require a
private hydrant.
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 (2) 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 an average 300 feet around the
perimeter line, fifty (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.
19.25.065 Mains and service lines.
A. All public hydrants in single - family areas shall be supplied by
not less than six (6) inch looped water mains. All hydrants in areas
other than single - family residential shall be supplied by not less
than eight (8) inch looped water mains. Dead -end water mains to
hydrants shall be at least eight (8) inches in diameter, with the
exception of mains up to fifty (50) feet long which may be no less
than six (6) inches in diameter.
B. The service line from the water main to the hydrant shall be no
less than six (6) inches in diameter. Any service lines over fifty
(50) feet in length from water main to hydrant shall be no less than
eight (8) inches in diameter.
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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.
19.25.070 Hydrant specifications.
A. The installation of flush type hydrants (hydrants entirely below
grade) is prohibited.
B. Fire hydrants shall have two (2 - %2) inch hose outlets and one
(4 - %2) inch pumper outlet. All outlets ports shall have national
standard thread. Additionally, the pumper outlet shall be provided
with a four (4) 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 eighteen (18) inches
above the adjacent finished grade and at least thirty -six (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 (2) or
more posts, eight (8) inches in diameter by five (5) 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
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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 fifty (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 (5) 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.
19.25.075 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 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.
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Chapter 19.30
ENERGY CODE
Sections:
19.30.000 State energy code adopted.
19.30.000 State energy code adopted.
Under the statutory authority of RCW 19.27.031 and RCW
19.27.074, the Washington State Energy Code, 2003 edition is
hereby adopted by reference as if fully set forth as the energy code
of the city of Edmonds, pursuant to RCW 19.27A.020 and RCW
19.27A.045, together with state amendments set forth in WAC 51-
11. Chapters 1 -10 shall be considered the residential energy code
and chapters 11 -15 shall be considered the commercial and
multifamily energy code for the city.
Chapter 19.35
VENTILATION CODE
Sections:
19.35.000 State ventilation and indoor air quality code
adopted.
19.35.005 Conflicts with other codes.
19.35.000 State ventilation and indoor air quality code
adopted.
Under the statutory authority of RCW 19.27.190 and RCW
19.27.020, the 2003 edition of the Washington State Ventilation
and Indoor Air Quality Code, is hereby adopted by reference as if
fully set forth as the ventilation code of the city of Edmonds,
pursuant to RCW 19.27.190 and together with the state
amendments set forth in WAC 51 -13.
19.35.005 Conflicts with other codes.
A. In addition to the requirements of this code, buildings shall
conform to the provisions of the state building code RCW 19.27
and WAC 51 -50, WAC 51 -52, WAC 51 -54 and WAC 51 -56. In
case of conflicts between the IBC, UPC, IMC and IFC as adopted
and amended in WAC 51 -50, WAC 51 -52, WAC 51 -54 and WAC
51 -56, the provisions of WAC 51 -13 shall govern. This code is not
intended to abridge any safety or health requirements under any
other applicable codes or ordinances.
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B. Where, in any specific case, different sections of this code
specify different materials, methods of construction or other
requirements, the most restrictive shall govern. Where there is a
conflict between a general requirement and. a specific requirement,
the specific requirement shall be applicable.
Chapter 19.40
DANGEROUS BUILDING CODE
Sections:
19.40.000 Dangerous building code adopted.
19.40.005 Purpose and code conflicts.
19.40.010 Section amendments.
19.40.000 Dangerous building code adopted.
The Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings,
1997 edition, as published by the International Conference of
Building Officials is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set
forth as the dangerous building code for the city of Edmonds, and
the amendments contained herein.
19.40.005 Purpose and code conflicts.
A. It is the purpose of this code to provide a just, equitable and
practicable method, to be cumulative with and in addition to, any
other remedy provided by the International Building Code,
International Residential Code, Uniform Housing Code or
otherwise available by law, whereby buildings, or structures which
from any cause endanger the life, limb, health, property, safety or
welfare of the general public or their occupants may be required to
be repaired, vacated or demolished. The purpose of this code is not
to create or otherwise establish or designate any particular class or
group of persons who will or should be especially protected or
benefited by the terms of this code.
B. If there is a conflict between the building code, dangerous
building code, plumbing code, mechanical code or housing code
then the conditions, requirements, provisions or terms which
provide, in the opinion of the building official, for the greatest
public safety shall be observed and shall control. In addition to the
remedies adopted in such code, criminal penalties may be imposed
pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 19.85 ECDC.
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19.40.010 Section amendments.
A. Chapter 2 Enforcement.
1. Section 205 Appeals. Replaced by Chapter 19.80 ECDC.
B. Chapter 3 Definitions.
1. Section 302 Dangerous Building is hereby amended by the
addition of a new subsection nineteen (19) to read as follows:
19. Whenever a building or portion thereof is
determined to be contaminated with toxic
chemicals. A rebuttable presumption is hereby
created that a building is contaminated with toxic
chemicals if such a determination is made by the
Snohomish County Health District, by the
Washington State Department of Ecology, or by the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in
accordance with such criteria and standards as such
public agencies shall establish.
Chapter 19.45
HOUSING CODE
Sections:
19.45.000 Uniform housing code adopted.
19.45.005 Purpose and code conflicts.
19.45.000 Uniform housing code adopted.
The Uniform Housing Code (UHC), 1997 edition, as published by
the International Conference of Building Officials is hereby
adopted by reference as if fully set forth as the housing code for
the city of Edmonds, subject to the following amendment; Section
203 Appeals, is replaced by Chapter 19.80 ECDC.
19.45.005 Purpose and code conflicts.
A. The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to
safeguard life or limb, health, property, and public welfare by
regulating and controlling the use and occupancy, location, and
maintenance of all residential buildings and structures within this
jurisdiction.
B. In cases where the Uniform Housing Code and the current
adopted International Building Code and International Residential
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Code conflict or, if there is a conflict between the building code,
dangerous building code, plumbing code, mechanical code or
housing code, then the conditions, requirements, provisions or
terms which provide, in the opinion of the building official, for the
greatest public safety shall be observed and shall control. In
addition to the remedies adopted in such code, criminal penalties
may be imposed pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 19.85
ECDC.
Chapter 19.50
HISTORIC BUILDING CODE
Sections:
19.50.000
State historic building code adopted.
19.50.005
Purpose, scope and code conflicts.
19.50.010
Fully complete application.
19.50.015
Concurrent review.
19.50.020
Architectural design review - optional vesting.
19.50.000 State historic building code adopted.
Under the statutory authority of RCW 19.27.120 and RCW
19.27.074, and 91 -01 -103, the 1991 edition of the State Historic
Building Code (SHBC) as printed and distributed by the
Washington Association of Building Officials, including state
amendments set forth in WAC 51 -19 is hereby adopted by
reference as if fully set forth as the historic building code of the
city of Edmonds subject to the following amendment; WAC 51-
19 -280 Appeals, is replaced by Chapter 19.80 ECDC.
19.50.005 Purpose, scope and code conflicts.
A. The provisions of the SHBC shall constitute the minimum
standards for the preservation, restoration and related
reconstruction, rehabilitation, strengthening, or relocation of
buildings or structures, changes of occupancy and alteration or
repair of designated historic buildings. This code applies only to
designated historic buildings deemed so by the Edmonds Historic
Preservation Commission. It is the purpose of the SHBC to
establish regulations and code alternatives to preserve original or
restored architectural elements and features so that any alterations
to the historic building or structure will result in a building or
structure that will be less hazardous, based on minimum life safety
and fire codes, than the existing building.
B. If there is a conflict between the International Building Code,
Abatement of Dangerous Building Code, International Fuel Gas
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Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, International Mechanical code or
Uniform Housing Code then the conditions, requirements,
provisions or terms which provide, in the opinion of the building
official, for the greatest public safety shall be observed and shall
control. In addition to the remedies adopted in such code, criminal
penalties may be imposed pursuant to the provisions of Chapter
19.85 ECDC.
19.50.010 Fully complete application
In accordance with the provisions of RCW 19.27.031 and RCW
19.27.074, an applicant's rights shall vest when a fully complete
building permit application is filed pursuant to ECDC 19.00.015.
19.50.015 Concurrent review.
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 pursuant to ECDC 19.00.020.
19.50.020 Architectural design review - optional vesting.
An applicant of a designated historic building may submit an
augmented ADB application pursuant to ECDC 19.00.025.
Chapter 19.55
ELECTRICAL CODE
Sections:
19.55.000 National electrical code adopted.
19.55.005 When code effective.
19.55.010 Nonliability.
19.55.015 Conflicts — how resolved.
19.55.000 National electrical code adopted.
Under the statutory authority of RCW 19.27.031 and RCW
19.27.074, the National Electrical Code, 2002 edition, as published
by the National Fire Protection Association, is hereby adopted as
the electrical code for the city of Edmonds subject to the
amendments made herein. The State of Washington Department of
Labor and Industries, Electrical Inspection Section, Rules and
Regulations for Installing Electric Wiring and Equipment and
Administrative Rules, 2002 edition, is hereby adopted as part of
the electrical code of the city of Edmonds.
19.55.005 When code effective.
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If the state of Washington, through its duly designated electrical
inspector or inspectors, for any reason fails to continue to inspect
electrical installation, license the same or provide the standards,
the provisions of the Edmonds electrical code as amended shall be
applicable to all electrical installation in the city as if the state of
Washington had not exercised jurisdiction of any kind.
19.55.010 Nonliability.
This chapter shall not be construed to relieve or lessen the
responsibility of any person owning, operating or installing any
electrical equipment for damages to anyone injured by a defect of
the equipment, nor shall the city or its agent be held as assuming
any such liability by reason of the inspection under this code or the
certificate of inspection issued by the building department.
19.55.015 Conflicts -how resolved.
If there is any conflict between the electrical code of the city, the
National Electrical Code and/or the rules and regulations as set
forth by the state of Washington for electric wires and equipment,
then the conditions, requirements, provisions or terms which
provide, in the opinion of the building official, for the greatest
public safety shall be observed and shall control.
Chapter 19.60
MOVING BUILDINGS
Sections:
19.60.000 Permit required.
19.60.005 Applicability.
19.60.010 Application requirements.
19.60.015 Pre -move inspection requirements and building
upgrades.
19.60.020 Correction of defects.
19.60.000 Permit required.
Any person who proposes to move an existing building into or
through the city of Edmonds shall, before the move, apply for and
obtain, a moving permit from the building official. A moving
permit is separate from, and in addition to, any and all other
permits required to bring the moved building into compliance with
current adopted codes and city regulations. Separate permit
approvals for grading, shoring, foundation, remodeling, repair or
alteration may be imposed to bring the building to current adopted
code standards and zoning compliance for height and setbacks.
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19.60.005 Applicability.
Building or structures moved into or within the city shall comply
with the provisions of this code including the current adopted
editions of the following codes: International Building Code,
International Residential Code, International Mechanical Code,
International Fire Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Washington
State Energy Code, Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code, State
Historic Building Code, Uniform Housing Code, and applicable
state WAC amendments.
19.60.010 Application requirements.
A. In order to obtain permits to move any building through, along,
or across the streets or any public place within city limits the
building official shall determine permit submittal requirements,
which at a minimum, shall contain:
1. Proposed route;
2. Location of any overhead utility lines or traffic signals
along with their height along the route; and
3. Dimensions of building proposed to be moved.
B. The permit application shall be reviewed by the building
official, public works director, police chief, traffic engineer, fire
department and any other affected city department. If the proposed
moving will unduly interfere with the rights of the public as
determined by the city engineer or designee, the permit shall be
denied. Denial of the application by one department shall
constitute denial of the permit by the city.
C. A performance bond or frozen fund, pursuant to Chapter 17.10
ECDC, in an amount to be determined by the building official,
shall be posted prior to permit issuance guaranteeing the
completion of all required site development improvements or site
clean-up and/or repair of damage to public property no later than
180 days after the permit is issued. The bond or frozen fund will be
exonerated upon final project approval provided all required site
restoration and/or improvements are installed, inspected and
approved to city standards.
D. The moving contractor shall be state licensed, and carry
general public liability insurance for the amount no less than one
million dollars, valid during entire building moving operations, and
the insurance policy 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.
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E. As a condition of obtaining a moving permit, the moving
contractor shall assume all liability for any damage to public
property by such moving operations. Repair of damage to any
public property improvement shall be completed under a valid
permit within thirty (30) days of date of notice. Emergency repair
work performed by city crews to repair damage to public
improvements shall be charged against the moving contractor.
19.60.015 Pre -move inspection requirements and building
upgrades.
A. Upon application and payment of the building moving permit
fee, the building official shall notify the applicant of the date and
time of his pre -move inspection. The pre -move inspection shall be
made at the original location of the building before it is moved.
B. The applicant shall remove from the building as much of the
interior wall and ceiling coverings as is necessary in the judgment
of the building official to conduct a thorough inspection of the
wiring, plumbing and structural features of the building. The
building official shall determine what structural, energy,
ventilation, plumbing, mechanical and life- safety upgrades shall be
imposed on any building moved into or within city limits in
compliance with current adopted codes. Designated historic
buildings are also subject to provisions of Chapter 19.50 ECDC.
19.60.020 Correction of defects.
If, at or after the time of the inspection, the building official
notifies the applicant that any portion of the building, electrical
wiring or rough plumbing is in any way in violation of the
ordinances of the city of Edmonds, so that compliance will require
a replacement of any parts or materials used, then any defective
parts or materials shall be removed from the building before it is
moved. Any corrections required to comply with the ECDC, IBC
and IRC shall be completed and inspected before final approval
and occupancy is granted.
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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 requirements.
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.
19.65.005 Building code - compliance required.
All construction on or in connection with a marina shall comply
with all the provisions of ECDC Title 19 including permits, permit
fees and penalties and all other applicable ordinances of the city
and other applicable laws.
19.65.010 Design live loads.
A. Decks. Float decks shall have a design live load of at least forty
(40) pounds per square foot minimum.
B. Roofs. The roof structures shall have a design live load of at
least twenty -five (25) pounds per square foot minimum.
C. Ramps. The ramps to floats shall have a design live load of at
least forty (40) pounds per square foot minimum.
19.65.015 Materials.
A. Roofs. Roof coverings shall be non - combustible.
B. Floats. Floating structures and floats shall be material of a type
approved by the building official.
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
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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 twenty (20) feet.
D. Floats, piers, and walkways shall provide an aisle not less than
forty -four (44) inches in width.
19.65.025 Fire requirements.
A. Hydrants. The maximum distance from any point on a float
system to an approved fire hydrant shall be 600 feet, except for
fuel floats. Approved fire extinguishers shall be placed at covered
moorage along the main float system at intervals not exceeding
120 feet from any single covered boat stall.
B. Fuel floats.
1. Fuel floats shall be constructed of gas- resistant flotation
material and shall be separated from other floats by at least eighty
(80) feet of open water.
2. All fuel storage tanks shall be located underground.
3. All fuel lines shall be provided with flexible connections from
shore to floating facilities.
4. Fire extinguishers shall be provided near fuel dispensers as
approved by the Edmonds fire department.
5. Gangplank access from shore to fuel floats shall be within 175
feet of fuel dispensers.
6. Fresh water taps shall be available on fuel floats.
7. All portions of a fuel float shall be located within 300 feet of a
fire hydrant.
8. 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
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not open for business and physically attended by the fuel pump
proprietor or his agent or employee. 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.
C. Fire protection standard adopted. The "Fire Protection
Standard for Marinas and Boatyards" 2000 edition of the National
Fire Protection Association publication #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. In the
even 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.
Chapter 19.70
19.70.000 Scope.
Fees associated with ECDC Title 19 including plan review, permit,
inspection and related development or mitigation fees are
established by this chapter and as set forth in ECDC 15.00.020.
Fees may be altered pursuant to city resolution 997.
19.70.005 Payment of fees.
A permit shall not be considered valid until the fees prescribed by
law have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be
released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid. Before
issuance of any permit authorized by this code, the building
official shall collect all applicable permit fees. Separate permits
and fees shall apply as indicated elsewhere in this code and shall
be collected prior to permit issuance.
19.70.010 Schedule of permit fees.
For buildings, 'structures, grading, gas, mechanical and plumbing
systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit
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FEES
Sections:
19.70.000
Scope.
19.70.005
Payment of fees.
19.70.010
Schedule of permit fees.
19.70.015
Establishing building construction valuation.
19.70.020
Work commencing before permit issuance.
19.70.025
Refunds.
19.70.000 Scope.
Fees associated with ECDC Title 19 including plan review, permit,
inspection and related development or mitigation fees are
established by this chapter and as set forth in ECDC 15.00.020.
Fees may be altered pursuant to city resolution 997.
19.70.005 Payment of fees.
A permit shall not be considered valid until the fees prescribed by
law have been paid, nor shall an amendment to a permit be
released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid. Before
issuance of any permit authorized by this code, the building
official shall collect all applicable permit fees. Separate permits
and fees shall apply as indicated elsewhere in this code and shall
be collected prior to permit issuance.
19.70.010 Schedule of permit fees.
For buildings, 'structures, grading, gas, mechanical and plumbing
systems or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit
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shall be paid as required, in accordance with Chapter 19.70 ECDC
attachments A, B, C, D, E, and ECDC 15.00.020.
A. Plan review fee. Before accepting a set of plans and
specifications for plan review, the building official shall collect the
full plan review fee. Plan review fees shall be in addition to, and a
percentage of, the required permit fee as calculated pursuant to
ECDC 19.70.15.
B. Permit fee. Before issuing a building permit and releasing
approved plans, the building official shall collect the full building
permit fees including supplemental required permit fees, inspection
fees and any additional plan review fee or violation compliance
fee, development fee or mitigation fee outstanding at the time of
permit issuance. Building construction valuation shall be
determined by ECDC 19.70.015.
C. Inspection fee. Inspection and reinspection fees shall be paid
prior to any inspection by city staff. Inspection fees are established
and set forth in this chapter.
D. Related development or mitigation fees. The payment of the
fee for construction, alteration, removal or demolition done in
connection, or concurrently with, the work authorized by a
building permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the
permit from the payment of other fees that are prescribed by law.
Fees for other permits or related development fees shall be as set
forth in ECDC 15.00.020.
19.70.015 Establishing building construction valuation.
The applicant for a permit shall provide an estimated building
construction valuation at time of application. Building construction
valuation for the purpose of calculating permit fees shall include
total value of work including fair - market labor and materials with
equipment needed to complete the work, including but not limited
to; all construction work for which the permit is issued, as well as
all finish work, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air
conditioning, elevators, fire extinguishing systems and any other
permanent equipment. If, in the opinion of the building official, the
building construction valuation is underestimated on the
application the building official shall assign a building construction
valuation. Permit valuation for new construction shall be based on
square footage building construction valuation as established by
the building official.
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19.70.020 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any
person who commences any work regulated by this Title including
work on a building, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system
before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to a
violation compliance fee established by the building official
pursuant to the city's fee schedule adopted by resolution that shall
be in addition to the required permit fees. The violation
compliance fee shall be collected whether or not a permit is then or
subsequently issued. The payment of such violation compliance
fee shall not exempt any person from compliance with all other
provisions of this code nor from any penalty prescribed by law.
Violation compliance fees are set forth in this chapter.
19.70.025 Refunds.
The building official may authorize refunding of any fee paid
hereunder which was erroneously paid or collected. The building
official may authorize refunding of not more than 80 percent of the
permit fee paid when no work has been done under a permit issued
in accordance with this code. The building official may authorize
refunding of not more than 80 percent of the plan review fee paid
when an application for a permit for which a plan review fee has
been paid is withdrawn or canceled before any plan reviewing is
done. The building official shall not authorize refunding of any fee
paid except on written application filed by the original permittee
no later than 180 days after the date of fee payment.
Chapter 19.75
STREET NAMES AND ADDRESS NUMBERING
Sections:
19.75.000 Adoption of street name map and criteria.
19.75.005. Adoption of property and building numbering
system and criteria.
19.75.010 Other street names and premises numbers
prohibited.
19.75.000 Adoption of street name map and criteria.
A. There is hereby established a uniform system of designating
street names /numbers, in the city of Edmonds. The street
names /numbers are those depicted on that map entitled, "official
street map," a copy of which has been authenticated by the mayor
of the city and the attestation of the city clerk. The map and all
explanatory matter on the map is re- adopted and affirmed and by
this reference is incorporated herein as if set forth in full. Official
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street name /number designations are the responsibility of the city
engineer.
B. Pursuant to ECDC 18.50.30 any change to the name or number
of any street on the official street map shall be by action of the city
council approving an ordinance changing the official street map.
C. The city engineer shall maintain and update the official street
map and shall designate /approve public and private street
names /numbers in accordance with this chapter. All approved
street names /numbers shall be forwarded to the United States
Postal Service (LISPS), public and private utilities, law
enforcement agencies, emergency services providers, and other
persons of new or corrected street names /numbers. The city
engineer shall develop policies and guidelines for street names and
numbers in accordance with the following guidelines:
1. New street designations shall be in accordance with the
Snohomish county grid system and the official street map.
2. When descriptive street names (as opposed to numerical street
designations) are allowed, by ECDC 19.75.00(C)(1), preference
shall be for descriptive names with logical relationship to locale or
geographic area, and avoidance of private individual names.
3. Facilitation of map reading and indexing to assist in rapid
location of streets and addresses.
4. Avoidance of multiple and/or alternative names for single
street sections and requirement of selection of a primary street
designation to assist in the Enhanced 9 -1 -1 grid system for
emergency services dispatching.
5. Any other appropriate and applicable standards concerning
street and street designations as well as current department of
public works policies, guidelines, or rules for naming public street
as determined by the director.
19.75.005 Adoption of property and building numbering
system and criteria.
A. There is hereby established a uniform system for numbering
properties, buildings and primary structures in the city of
Edmonds. The official building and property address map
depicting all issued property address numbers is maintained by the
building official or designee. The building official assigns,
maintains and corrects addresses for the city of Edmonds and shall
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notify the United States Post Service (USPS), emergency services
providers and other persons of new or corrected addresses.
B. Addresses shall conform to the numerical grid system
established by Enhanced 9 -1 -1. The number utilized by each
building or property shall be that number within the system
assigned by the building official. Addresses are assigned based on
the location of the driveway access, or house frontage to a street
and only one address is allowed per building on any lot. Numbers
assigned during any previous numbering system that fit within the
grid system are hereby ratified and shall remain in full force and
effect.
C. The building official shall require any address not in
conformance or any address that poses any problem or confusion
for safety and emergency response be changed within thirty (30)
days of written notification from the city of Edmonds.
D. All owners or occupants of all buildings and structures in the
city of Edmonds, other than garages or other similar buildings or
structures of a secondary nature to the primary building or
structure, shall affix and maintain the officially designated
premises number to the building or structure pursuant to ECDC
19.00.005(B)(1). When topography or vegetation may obscure
vision from the street, the numerals shall be affixed as to be as
reasonably visible from the street.
E. Where any commercial building, multiple - family residential
structure, or other similar structure has more than one entrance
serving separate occupants, a suite designation or apartment
number shall be assigned to each entrance serving a tenant or
resident in addition to the number assigned to the principal
entrance of the building or structure. The unit designations shall be
progressive as assigned in the progressive direction of the street
and per the property numbering system approved by this code.
F. All requests for a building or property address change shall be
made in writing to the building official and all of the following
conditions shall be present in order for the request to be approved:
1. An obvious error shall exist, (i.e. the building was addressed
off a street not associated with the site, the building or property
addresses are out of sequence, duplicate address exists), etc.
2. The existing address could delay Fire, Police or emergency
services from finding the location in an emergency.
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3. The Fire department agrees the address change is necessary.
19.75.010 Other street names and premises numbers
prohibited.
It is unlawful for any owner or occupant of any premises, building
or structure to display a street name or premises number other than
those officially designated pursuant to the provisions of this
chapter subject to penalties per ECC 5.50 and Chapter 20.110
ECDC.
Chapter 19.80
BOARD OF APPEALS
Sections:
19.80.000
Purpose and applicability.
19.80.005
Application and fee.
19.80.010
Board of appeals membership.
19.80.015
Board of appeals procedures.
19.80.020
Powers and duties of the Board.
19.80.025
Appeals from decisions of the Board.
19.80.030
Snohomish county regional board of appeals.
19.80.000 Purpose and applicability.
A. All properly filed appeals pursuant to the adopted codes of
ECDC Title 19 shall be heard by the Board of appeals created by
this chapter. The Board shall have no authority to review
administrative decisions or grant modifications to the provisions of
any administrative chapter as adopted by ECDC Title 19, nor can
the Board waive a code requirement.
B. The Board of appeals shall hear appeals from the building
official's interpretation of the adopted building codes,
determinations of suitable alternative methods and materials, and
any other appeal delegated to a Board of appeals pursuant to the
State Building Codes, including but not limited to; the
International Building Code, the International Residential Code,
the International Fire Code, the Uniform Housing Code, the State
Historical Building Code, the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings
Code, the International Fuel Gas Code, the International
Mechanical Code, the Uniform Plumbing Code and any and all
other codes adopted pursuant to the direction and authority of
Chapter 19.27 RCW.
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C. The provisions of the state building codes as adopted by the
city are not intended to prevent the use of any material, alternate
design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this
code, provided any alternative has been approved and its use
authorized by the building official or on appeal or request for
review by the Board of appeals.
19.80.005 Application and fee.
An application for appeal shall be filed with the building official
upon a departmental form within ten (10) days date of formal
written decision. The application shall be accompanied by the
required fee as set forth in Chapter 19.70 ECDC and shall be
complete in all aspects before the hearing shall be scheduled.
Failure to supplement an incomplete application within ten (10)
business days of filing shall constitute an incomplete application
and the administrative'recourse of appeal shall be denied.
19.80.010 Board of appeals membership.
A. There is created a Board of appeals consisting of members who
are qualified by experience and training to pass on matters
pertaining to building construction and who are not employees of
the city of Edmonds. The technical expertise of Board members
shall be supplied through training or experience as an architect,
builder, general contractor, developer, fire inspector, mechanical
engineer, electrician, plumber, or structural engineer. The Board
members shall be active, practicing members of one of the prior
listed disciplines or professions and include one lay person.
Technical members of the Board shall be appointed by the mayor
and must reside in Snohomish County; the lay person shall be a
resident of the city of Edmonds.
B. The Board shall consist of nine (9) voting members and four
(4) alternates appointed by the mayor. The Board shall be
comprised of persons with the following backgrounds or
professional designations:
1. Position One. Structural Engineer registered by the state of
Washington with at least five years experience.
2. Position Two. Certified Fire Protection Specialist with at least
five years experience.
3. Position Three. Mechanical Engineer registered by the state of
Washington with at least five years experience.
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4. Position Four. Architect registered by the state of Washington
with at least five years experience.
5. Position Five. Electrician licensed by the state of Washington
with at least five years experience.
6. Position Six. Journeyman Plumber licensed by the state of
Washington with at least five years experience
7. Positions Seven and Eight. General Contractor, Developer or
Builder licensed by the state of Washington with at least five years
expenence.
8. Position Nine. Citizen member of the city of Edmonds who is
not associated with the building industry.
9. Alternates. Four (4) additional alternates will be chosen to be
called by the Board during absence or disqualification of a
member. Alternate members are required to meet one of the
technical qualifications required for Board membership. In the
absence of any member of the Board, the alternates shall be
authorized to fill such temporary vacancy, regardless of the
resulting composition of the Board, with the full power accorded
the regular member. The Board chairman shall appoint the
alternate. A permanent vacancy shall be filled by an alternate who
is appointed by the mayor. Alternates may appear at all meetings
but shall not vote unless they are filling a temporary vacancy.
C. Building Official Duties.
1. Hearing Secretary. The secretary of the Board shall be the
building official. The secretary shall be the custodian of the
records, shall conduct official correspondence of the Board and
generally be responsible for clerical work of the Board. The
secretary shall be present at the appeal meetings and shall present
all relevant information regarding appeals to the Board, including
the application and other information submitted by the appellant
prior to the hearing. The secretary shall notify all interested parties
regarding matters of the Board.
2. Building Department Representatives. The building official
shall be an ex- officio member of the Board without voting power.
D. Fire Department Representatives. The chief of the Fire
Prevention Bureau, or his authorized representative, shall be an ex-
officio member to the Board without voting power.
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19.80.015 Board of appeals procedures.
A. Terms. As of the effective date of this ordinance, the mayor
shall appoint the initial Board members to overlapping terms. Two
technical members shall be appointed to a one year term, two
technical members shall be appointed to two year terms and two
technical members shall be appointed to three year terms, the
remaining members shall be appointed to three year .terms.
Following initial terms, subsequent terms of all Board members
and alternates shall be for three calendar years. No member of the
Board shall serve more than three (3) consecutive full terms; or a
total of more than nine (9) consecutive calendar years.
B. Regular meetings. Regular meetings may be held once each
month, or as often as may be required. At the first regular meeting
of each calendar year, the Board shall elect a Chairman and a Vice
Chairman. The Chairman of the Board shall require that all
members of the Board be polled during voting at the meeting.
Seven (7) members of the Board shall constitute a quorum.
C. Special meetings. Special meetings may be held by the
Chairman and at such times as the Board shall determine. The
Board, the city or an appellant may request a special meeting. Any
special meeting held at the request of an appellant shall be paid for
by the appellant in the amount set forth in Chapter 19.70 ECDC.
Five (5) members of the Board shall constitute a quorum at special
meetings.
D. Executive sessions. Executive sessions of the Board may be
called pursuant to the State Open Public Meetings law by the
Chairman or the Vice Chairman of the Board and are not open to
the public. The building official shall attend as secretary.
E. Public notice. Public notice shall be given, of all meetings.
Upon written receipt and confirmation of a complete appeal of a
request, notice shall be sent to the fire department, the health
department, the city attorney and the owner of the real estate and
parties within 100 feet affected by the request. No hearing shall be
scheduled until fifteen (15) days after the required hearing
notifications are mailed. Meetings shall be open to the public. The
appellant, the appellants' representative, the building official, and
any person whose interests are affected shall be given an
opportunity to be heard.
F. Oath/Subpoena. The Chairman may administer oaths, accept
affirmations and compel the attendance of witnesses. A failure or
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refusal to appear in response to a subpoena issued by the Board
shall constitute a violation of these adopted codes and subject to
the penalties as outlined in Chapter 19.85 ECDC.
G. Department /Interested party. At any public meeting a
representative of the city building and fire department and any
other interested party may appear in person, by agent or by
attorney, offer evidence and testimony and cross - examine
witnesses. All evidence and testimony shall be presented publicly.
The Board may take judicial notice of facts to the same extent and
in the same manner as courts of record and may consider relevant
facts within the personal knowledge of any member of the Board
that are stated into the record by such member.
H. Recording. All meetings before the Board shall be recorded.
I. Compensation. The Board shall receive no compensation
regardless of number or type of cases heard.
J. Removal. Board members shall be removed from office by the
mayor prior to the end of their terms only for just cause. Any
member who is unavailable for three (3) consecutive appeal
hearings shall be automatically removed and an alternate appointed
as provided for herein.
K. Conflict of interest. Members with a material or financial
interest in a matter before the Board shall declare such interest and
refrain from participating in discussions, deliberations, and voting
on such matters.
19.080.020 Powers and duties of the Board.
A. The Board shall adopt rules and procedures governing all
proceedings consistent with the provisions set forth herein. The
rules and regulations shall include meeting location, meeting time,
procedures, contents of a complete appeal application and time to
be allotted for each case.
B. Subject to the limitations enumerated herein, the Board shall
have and may exercise the following powers:
1. The Board shall have no authority relative to the interpretation
of the administrative provisions of any of the state building codes,
nor shall the Board be empowered to waive any requirement of any
such code.
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2. Nothing herein shall be interpreted to permit the Board to hear
any appeal, nor any request for deviation of design or alternative
methods with respect to any property lying within a recognized
landslide hazard and earth subsidence area or which is otherwise
subject to the requirements of Chapter 19.10 ECDC including
effecting map changes.
3. The Board, on review, may approve the use of any material,
alternate design or method of construction providing that it finds
that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the
provisions of this code and that the material, design, or method is,
for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed
in the applicable code in suitability, strength, effectiveness, fire
resistance, durability, safety and sanitation. The decision of the
building official shall not be overturned unless the Board shall find
that the following conditions exist:
a. That the appellant properly applied for an appeal;
b. That sufficient evidence, proof or testing reports were
submitted by the appellant that substantiated claims of
equivalency;
c. That the proposed modification or alternate will not weaken
the general purpose of the adopted code;
d. That the proposed modification or alternate will be in
harmony with the spirit and purpose of the adopted code;
e. That the proposed modification or alternate will not
adversely affect the public health and safety;
f. That the proposed modification or alternate will not
adversely affect the structural integrity of the building; and
g. That the proposed modification or alternate will not
adversely affect the fire safety of the building.
4. To hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error in
any notice or order made by the building official and/or fire
marshal in the enforcement of the adopted codes in this Title. The
Board shall have the power to stay the enforcement of any order
issued by the building and/or fire department unless the building
official and/or fire marshal certifies that a stay of the order or
denial would, in the opinion of the building official and/or fire
marshal, cause imminent peril to life or property. A stay shall not
constitute Board approval, shall be personal to the appellant and
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not transferable, and shall be subject to the terms and conditions
imposed by the Board. Any determination or order of the building
and/or fire department shall be presumed to be correct until
evidence is introduced that would support a contrary
determination.
5. Whenever the owner or legally responsible person of an
alleged unsafe building, structure, utility or other condition does
not agree with the order from the building official and/or fire
marshal as to the correction to be made, he shall have the right to
appeal to the Board within ten (10) days from the date of said
order. In his appeal, the appellant shall state how he proposes to
make the unsafe building, structure, utility or other condition safe
and the Board may require the appellant to submit detailed
engineering analysis or recommendations, accompanied by plans
and specifications prepared by a state licensed architect or
registered professional engineer, as prescribed in this adopted
code. The Board, in hearing such. appeals, may require
substantiating data concerning the removal or other remedial steps
to be taken to render the unsafe building, structure, utility or other
condition safe. In- any matter in which an order or notice relating
to an unsafe building, structure, utility or other condition is
appealed, the building and /or fire department may certify to the
Board that the unsafe building, structure, utility or other condition
could become an imminent hazard, in which case the Board shall
schedule a meeting within five (5) business days to hear said
appeal. '
C. Burden of Proof.
1. The appellant bears the burden of proof in any proceeding
before the Board. If there is insufficient evidence of compliance
with any of the provisions of this code or evidence that any
material or construction does not conform to the requirements of
this code, the appeal from the decision of the building official shall
be denied.
2. The Board may continue any proceeding in order to permit the
appellant to provide proof of compliance through tests conducted
in accordance with general engineering practice and best scientific
evidence. Such tests shall be made by the appellant and at no
expense to the jurisdiction. Test methods shall be as specified by
the applicable building code or by other recognized testing
standards. If there are not recognized and accepted test methods
for the proposed alternate, testing methods shall utilize generally
accepted engineering practice and best scientific method. Reports
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of such tests shall be retained and made a part of record of the
proceedings.
D. Decision of the Board.
1. The Board shall render formal written decisions within ten (10)
days date of the hearing. Every decision of the Board shall be
based upon findings of fact and every finding of fact shall be
supported in the record of its proceedings. A mere finding or
recitation of the enumerated conditions unaccompanied by findings
of specific facts shall not be deemed findings of fact and shall not
be deemed compliance with the code. The building official shall
take immediate action in accordance with the decision of the
Board.
2. Copies of the decision shall be forwarded to the appellant, a
copy shall be placed in the appeal file and copies shall be made
available to any person as a matter of public information.
Decisions shall be filed with the building or fire department as a
matter of public record.
3. In the exercise of the powers described above, the Board may
reverse or affirm, wholly or in part, or may modify the order,
requirements, decision or determination appealed from the Board;
may impose conditions or requirements as deemed necessary and
may hold cases in abeyance until proper information needed by the
Board is supplied.
19.80.025 Appeals from decisions of the Board.
A. The filing of a Land Use Petition for review shall not stay
proceedings upon the decision appealed but the court may grant a
stay in accordance with the Land Use Petition Act.
B. All decisions of the Board are appealable by Land Use Petition
Act to Snohomish County Superior Court.
19.80.030 Snohomish County Regional Board of Appeals.
As to such time that a Regional Board of Appeals is established
within Snohomish County, the city reserves the right to replace the
local city Board of Appeals with said regional Board once an
Interlocal agreement is approved and adopted by council action.
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Chapter 19.85
PENALTIES
Sections:
19.85.000 Applicability
19.85.000 Applicability.
The provisions of all adopted codes within ECDC Title 19 shall be
subject to penalties as described herein.
It is unlawful for any person, firm, corporation or other
organization to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move,
improve, remove, convert or demolish, equip, use, occupy or
maintain any building or structure in the city, or cause the same to
be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this
chapter. Any person, firm, corporation or other organization
violating any of the provisions of ECDC Title 19 as adopted
herein, or other provision of this chapter, shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor, and shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for
each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation
of any of the provisions of ECDC Title 19 herein is committed,
continued or permitted, and upon the conviction thereof of such
violation, and each violation thereof such person, firm, corporation
or other organization, and the officers, directors and managers
thereof, shall be punishable as set forth in ECC 5.50.020 and
Chapter 20.110 ECDC.
Nothing herein shall be interpreted to limit the discretion of the
city to seek any other available civil, statutory or common law
remedies.
Chapter 19.90
LIMITATION OF BENEFITED AND PROTECTED
CLASSES
Sections:
19.90.000 Limitation of benefited and protected classes.
19.90.000 Limitation of benefited and protected classes.
The building and supplemental codes adopted by ECDC Title 19
are for the purpose of providing for and promoting the health,
safety and welfare of the general public. Nothing in this title shall
be interpreted to create or otherwise establish any particular class
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or group of persons who will or would be especially protected or
benefited by the adoption of any code in this title.
Section 3. Effective Date. This ordinance, being an exercise of a power specifi-
cally 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:
MAYO k GAR NSON
ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED:
CITY CLERK, SANDRA S. CHASE
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
OFFICE OF E TY AT ORNEY:
BY
W. SCOTT SNYDER
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: 05/14/2004
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 05/18/2004
PUBLISHED: 05/26/2004
EFFECTIVE DATE: 05/31/2004
ORDINANCE NO. 3502
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SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 3502
of the City of Edmonds, Washington
On the 18th day of May, 2004 the City Council of the City of Edmonds, passed
Ordinance No. 3502. A summary of the content of said ordinance, consisting of the title,
provides as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHINGTON, REPEALING AND
REENACTING TITLE 19 BUILDING CODES, EXEMPTING ONLY THE EARTH
SUBSIDENCE AND LANDSLIDE HAZARD AREA PROVISIONS FROM CHAPTER 19.05,
AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE.
The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request.
DATED this 19th day of May, 2004.
CITY CLERK, SANDRA S. CHASE
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STATE OF WASHINGTON,
COUNTY OF SNOHOMISH
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 3502
o the ity o mon s, as ington
On the 18th day of May, 2004, the City Council of the City
of Edmonds, passed Ordinance No. 3502. A summary of the
content of said ordinance, consisting of the title, provides as
follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDMONDS, WASHING-
TON, REPEALING AND REENACTING TITLE 19 BUILDING
CODES, EXEMPTING ONLY THE EARTH SUBSEYERLT
AND — LANDSLIDE HAZARD AREA PROVISIONS FROM
CHAPTER 19.05, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME
SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE.
The full text of this Ordinance will be mailed upon request.
DATED this 191h day of May, 2004.
Published: May 26, 2004. CITY CLERK, SANDRA S. CHASE
RECEIVED
JUN 0 8 2004
EDMONDS CITY CLERK
Affidavit of Publication
S.S.
The undersigned, being first duly sworn on oath deposes and says that she is Principal Clerk of
THE HERALD, a daily newspaper printed and published in the City of Everett, County of
Snohomish, and State of Washington; that said newspaper is a newspaper of general circulation
in said County and State: that said newspaper has been approved as a legal newspaper by order
of the Superior Court of Snohomish County and that the notice
City of Edmonds
Summary of Ordinance No. 3502
a printed copy of which is hereunto attached, was published in said newspaper proper and not in
supplement form, in the regular and entire edition of said paper on the following days and times,
namely:
May 26, 2004
and that said newspaper was regularly distributed to its subscribers during all of said period.
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