Senator Karen Mayne proposes the following substitute bill:


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STATE BUILDING CODE AMENDMENTS

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2018 GENERAL SESSION

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STATE OF UTAH

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Chief Sponsor: Karen Mayne

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House Sponsor: Mike Schultz

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7     LONG TITLE
8     General Description:
9          This bill amends Statewide Amendments Incorporated as Part of State Construction
10     Code.
11     Highlighted Provisions:
12          This bill:
13          ▸     amends a provision of the International Building Code to provide that an individual
14     who performs fireproof coating may obtain certain certification;
15          ▸     amends a provision of the International Residential Code regarding when a drainage
16     system is not required; and
17          ▸     makes technical and conforming changes.
18     Money Appropriated in this Bill:
19          None
20     Other Special Clauses:
21          None
22     Utah Code Sections Affected:
23     AMENDS:
24          15A-3-104, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
25          15A-3-202, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2017, Chapter 236

26     

27     Be it enacted by the Legislature of the state of Utah:
28          Section 1. Section 15A-3-104 is amended to read:
29          15A-3-104. Amendments to Chapters 7 through 9 of IBC.
30          (1) In IBC, Section 703.2.3, the following sentence is added to the end of the section:
31     "An individual spraying fire-resistant materials may obtain a certificate that demonstrates that
32     the individual has undergone training on how to spray fire-resistant materials to manufacturer's
33     specifications."
34          [(1)] (2) IBC, Section (F)901.8, is deleted and replaced with the following: "(F)901.8
35     Pump and riser room size. Fire pump and automatic sprinkler system riser rooms shall be
36     designed with adequate space for all installed equipment necessary for the installation and to
37     provide sufficient working space around the stationary equipment. Clearances around
38     equipment shall be in accordance with manufacturer requirements and not less than the
39     following minimum elements:
40     901.8.1 A minimum clear and unobstructed distance of 12-inches shall be provided from the
41     installed equipment to the elements of permanent construction.
42     901.8.2 A minimum clear and unobstructed distance of 12-inches shall be provided between
43     all other installed equipment and appliances.
44     901.8.3 A clear and unobstructed width of 36-inches shall be provided in front of all installed
45     equipment and appliances, to allow for inspection, service, repair or replacement without
46     removing such elements of permanent construction or disabling the function of a required
47     fire-resistance-rated assembly.
48     901.8.4 Automatic sprinkler system riser rooms shall be provided with a clear and
49     unobstructed passageway to the riser room of not less than 36-inches, and openings into the
50     room shall be clear and unobstructed, with doors swinging in the outward direction from the
51     room and the opening providing a clear width of not less than 34-inches and a clear height of
52     the door opening shall not be less than 80-inches.
53     901.8.5 Fire pump rooms shall be provided with a clear and unobstructed passageway to the
54     fire pump room of not less than 72-inches, and openings into the room shall be clear,
55     unobstructed and large enough to allow for the removal of the largest piece of equipment, with
56     doors swinging in the outward direction from the room and the opening providing a clear width

57     of not less than 68-inches and a clear height of the door opening shall not be less than
58     80-inches."
59          [(2)] (3) In IBC, Section (F)903.2.2, the words "the entire floor" are deleted and
60     replaced with "a building" and the last paragraph is deleted.
61          [(3)] (4) IBC, Section (F)903.2.4, condition 2, is deleted and replaced with the
62     following: "2. A Group F-1 fire area is located more than three stories above the lowest level
63     of fire department vehicle access."
64          [(4)] (5) IBC, Section (F)903.2.7, condition 2, is deleted and replaced with the
65     following: "2. A Group M fire area is located more than three stories above the lowest level of
66     fire department vehicle access."
67          [(5)] (6) IBC, Sections (F)903.2.8, (F)903.2.8.1, (F)903.2.8.2, and (F)903.2.8.4, are
68     deleted and replaced with the following: "(F)903.2.8 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system
69     installed in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be provided throughout all buildings with a
70     Group R fire area.
71     Exceptions:
72     1. Detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses)
73     constructed in accordance with the International Residential Code For One- and Two-Family
74     Dwellings.
75     2. Single story Group R-1 occupancies with fire areas not more than 2,000 square feet that
76     contain no installed plumbing or heating, where no cooking occurs, and constructed of Type
77     I-A, I-B, II-A, or II-B construction."
78          [(6)] (7) IBC, Sections (F)903.2.8.3 and (F)903.2.8.3.1, are renumbered to (F)903.2.8.1
79     and (F)903.2.8.1.1.
80          [(7)] (8) IBC, Section (F)903.2.8.3.2, is renumbered to (F)903.2.8.1.2 and the
81     following exception is added:
82     "Exception: Group R-4 fire areas not more than 4,500 gross square feet and not containing
83     more than 16 residents, provided the building is equipped throughout with an approved fire
84     alarm system that is interconnected and receives its primary power from the building wiring
85     and a commercial power system."
86          [(8)] (9) IBC, Section (F)903.2.8.4, is deleted.
87          [(9)] (10) IBC, Section (F)903.2.9, condition 2, is deleted and replaced with the

88     following: "2. A Group S-1 fire area is located more than three stories above the lowest level
89     of fire department vehicle access."
90          [(10)] (11) IBC, Section (F)904.12, is deleted and replaced with the following: "
91     (F)904.12 Commercial cooking systems. The automatic fire-extinguishing system for
92     commercial cooking systems shall be of a type recognized for protection of commercial
93     cooking equipment and exhaust systems. Pre-engineered automatic extinguishing systems
94     shall be tested in accordance with UL 300 and listed and labeled for the intended application.
95     The system shall be installed in accordance with this code, its listing and the manufacturer's
96     installation instructions.
97     Exception: Factory-built commercial cooking recirculating systems that are tested in
98     accordance with UL 710B and listed, labeled, and installed in accordance with Section 304.1 of
99     the International Mechanical Code."
100          [(11)] (12) IBC, Sections (F)904.12.3, (F)904.12.3.1, (F)904.12.4, and (F)904.12.4.1,
101     are deleted.
102          [(12)] (13) In IBC, Section 905, a new subsection, Section (F)905.3.9, is added as
103     follows:
104          "Open Parking Garages. Open parking garages shall be equipped with an approved
105     Class 1 manual standpipe system when fire department access is not provided for firefighting
106     operations to within 150 feet of all portions of the open parking garage as measured from the
107     approved fire department vehicle access. Class 1 manual standpipe shall be accessible
108     throughout the parking garage such that all portions of the parking structure are protected
109     within 150 feet of a hose connection."
110          [(13)] (14) In IBC, Section (F)905.8, the exception is deleted and replaced with the
111     following:
112          "Exception: Where subject to freezing and approved by the fire code official."
113          [(14)] (15) In IBC, Section (F)907.2.3 Group E, the first sentence is deleted and
114     rewritten as follows: "A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant notification
115     system in accordance with Section (F)907.5 shall be installed, in accordance with Section
116     (F)907.6 and administrative rules made by the State Fire Prevention Board in Group E
117     occupancies."
118          [(15)] (16) IBC, Sections (F)915 through (F)915.6, are deleted and replaced with the

119     following:
120          "(F)915 Where required.
121     Group I-1, I-2, I-4, and R occupancies located in a building containing a fuel-burning appliance
122     or in a building that has an attached garage shall be equipped with single-station carbon
123     monoxide alarms. The carbon monoxide alarms shall be listed as complying with UL 2034 or
124     UL 2075 and be installed and maintained in accordance with NFPA 720 and the manufacturer's
125     instructions. An open parking garage, as defined in Chapter 2, or an enclosed parking garage,
126     ventilated in accordance with Section 404 of the International Mechanical Code, shall not be
127     considered an attached garage. A minimum of one carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed
128     on each habitable level.
129          (F)915.1 Interconnection.
130     Where more than one carbon monoxide alarm is required to be installed within Group I-1, I-2,
131     I-4, or R occupancies, the carbon monoxide alarm shall be interconnected in such a manner that
132     the activation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms. Physical interconnection of carbon
133     monoxide alarms shall not be required where listed wireless alarms are installed and all alarms
134     sound upon activation of one alarm. The alarm shall be clearly audible in all bedrooms over
135     background noise levels with all intervening doors closed.
136          (F)915.2 Power source.
137     In new construction, required carbon monoxide alarms shall receive their primary power from
138     the building wiring where such wiring is served from a commercial source and shall be
139     equipped with a battery backup. Carbon monoxide alarms with integral strobes that are not
140     equipped with a battery backup shall be connected to an emergency electrical system. Carbon
141     monoxide alarms shall emit a signal when the batteries are low. Wiring shall be permanent and
142     without a disconnecting switch other than as required for overcurrent protection.
143     Exceptions.
144     1. Carbon monoxide alarms are not required to be equipped with a battery backup where they
145     are connected to an emergency electrical system.
146     2. Hard wiring of carbon monoxide alarms in existing areas shall not be required where the
147     alterations or repairs do not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing
148     the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space, or basement available that could provide
149     access for hard wiring without the removal of interior finishes.

150          (F)915.3 Group E.
151     A carbon monoxide detection system shall be installed in new buildings that contain Group E
152     occupancies in accordance with IFC, Chapter 9, Section 915. A carbon monoxide detection
153     system shall be installed in existing buildings that contain Group E occupancies in accordance
154     with IFC, Chapter 11, Section 1103.9.
155          (F)915.3.1 Where required.
156     In Group E occupancies, a carbon monoxide detection system shall be provided where a
157     fuel-burning appliance, a fuel-burning fireplace, or a fuel-burning forced air furnace is present.
158          (F)915.3.2 Detection equipment.
159     Each carbon monoxide detection system shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 720 and
160     the manufacturer's instructions and be listed as complying with, for single station detectors, UL
161     2034 and, for system detectors, UL 2075.
162          (F)915.3.3 Locations.
163     Each carbon monoxide detection system shall be installed in the locations specified in NFPA
164     720.
165          (F)915.3.4 Combination detectors.
166     A combination carbon monoxide/smoke detector is an acceptable alternative to a carbon
167     monoxide detection system if the combination carbon monoxide/smoke detector is listed in
168     accordance with UL 2075 and UL 268.
169          (F)915.3.5 Power source.
170     Each carbon monoxide detection system shall receive primary power from the building wiring
171     if the wiring is served from a commercial source. If primary power is interrupted, each carbon
172     monoxide detection system shall receive power from a battery. Wiring shall be permanent and
173     without a disconnecting switch other than that required for overcurrent protection.
174          (F)915.3.6 Maintenance.
175     Each carbon monoxide detection system shall be maintained in accordance with NFPA 720. A
176     carbon monoxide detection system that becomes inoperable or begins to produce end of life
177     signals shall be replaced."
178          Section 2. Section 15A-3-202 is amended to read:
179          15A-3-202. Amendments to Chapters 1 through 5 of IRC.
180          (1) In IRC, Section R102, a new Section R102.7.2 is added as follows: "R102.7.2

181     Physical change for bedroom window egress. A structure whose egress window in an existing
182     bedroom is smaller than required by this code, and that complied with the construction code in
183     effect at the time that the bedroom was finished, is not required to undergo a physical change to
184     conform to this code if the change would compromise the structural integrity of the structure or
185     could not be completed in accordance with other applicable requirements of this code,
186     including setback and window well requirements."
187          (2) In IRC, Section 109:
188          (a) A new IRC, Section 109.1.5, is added as follows: "R109.1.5 Weather-resistant
189     exterior wall envelope inspections. An inspection shall be made of the weather-resistant
190     exterior wall envelope as required by Section R703.1 and flashings as required by Section
191     R703.8 to prevent water from entering the weather-resistive barrier."
192          (b) The remaining sections are renumbered as follows: R109.1.6 Other inspections;
193     R109.1.6.1 Fire- and smoke-resistance-rated construction inspection; R109.1.6.2 Reinforced
194     masonry, insulating concrete form (ICF) and conventionally formed concrete wall inspection;
195     and R109.1.7 Final inspection.
196          (3) IRC, Section R114.1, is deleted and replaced with the following: "R114.1 Notice to
197     owner. Upon notice from the building official that work on any building or structure is being
198     prosecuted contrary to the provisions of this code or other pertinent laws or ordinances or in an
199     unsafe and dangerous manner, such work shall be immediately stopped. The stop work order
200     shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of the property involved, or to the owner's
201     agent or to the person doing the work; and shall state the conditions under which work will be
202     permitted to resume."
203          (4) In IRC, Section R202, the following definition is added: "CERTIFIED
204     BACKFLOW PREVENTER ASSEMBLY TESTER: A person who has shown competence to
205     test Backflow prevention assemblies to the satisfaction of the authority having jurisdiction
206     under Utah Code, Subsection 19-4-104(4)."
207          (5) In IRC, Section R202, the definition for "CONDITIONED SPACE" is modified by
208     deleting the words at the end of the sentence "being heated or cooled by any equipment or
209     appliance" and replacing them with the following: "enclosed within the building thermal
210     envelope that is directly heated or cooled, or indirectly heated or cooled by any of the following
211     means:

212     1. Openings directly into an adjacent conditioned space.
213     2. An un-insulated floor, ceiling or wall adjacent to a conditioned space.
214     3. Un-insulated duct, piping or other heat or cooling source within the space."
215          (6) In IRC, Section R202, the definition of "Cross Connection" is deleted and replaced
216     with the following: "CROSS CONNECTION. Any physical connection or potential
217     connection or arrangement between two otherwise separate piping systems, one of which
218     contains potable water and the other either water of unknown or questionable safety or steam,
219     gas, or chemical, whereby there exists the possibility for flow from one system to the other,
220     with the direction of flow depending on the pressure differential between the two systems (see
221     "Backflow, Water Distribution")."
222          (7) In IRC, Section 202, in the definition for gray water a comma is inserted after the
223     word "washers"; the word "and" is deleted; and the following is added to the end: "and clear
224     water wastes which have a pH of 6.0 to 9.0; are non-flammable; non-combustible; without
225     objectionable odors; non-highly pigmented; and will not interfere with the operation of the
226     sewer treatment facility."
227          (8) In IRC, Section R202, the definition of "Potable Water" is deleted and replaced
228     with the following: "POTABLE WATER. Water free from impurities present in amounts
229     sufficient to cause disease or harmful physiological effects and conforming to the Utah Code,
230     Title 19, Chapter 4, Safe Drinking Water Act, and Title 19, Chapter 5, Water Quality Act, and
231     the regulations of the public health authority having jurisdiction."
232          (9) IRC, Figure R301.2(5), is deleted and replaced with Table R301.2(5a) and Table
233     R301.2(5b) as follows:
234     
"TABLE NO. R301.2(5a)
235     
STATE OF UTAH - REGIONAL SNOW LOAD FACTORS
236      COUNTYPoSAo
237      Beaver43636.2
238      Box Elder43635.2
239      Cache50634.5
240      Carbon43635.2
241      Daggett43636.5
242      Davis43634.5
243      Duchesne43636.5
244      Emery43636.0
245      Garfield43636.0
246      Grand36636.5
247      Iron43635.8
248      Juab43635.2
249      Kane36635.7
250      Millard43635.3
251      Morgan57634.5
252      Piute43636.2
253      Rich57634.1
254      Salt Lake43634.5
255      San Juan43636.5
256      Sanpete43635.2
257      Sevier43636.0
258      Summit86635.0
259      Tooele43634.5
260      Uintah43637.0
261      Utah43634.5
262      Wasatch86635.0
263      Washington29636.0
264      Wayne36636.5
265      Weber43634.5
266     
TABLE NO. R301.2(5b)
267     
REQUIRED SNOW LOADS FOR SELECTED UTAH CITIES AND TOWNS1,2
268      The following jurisdictions require design snow load values that differ from the Equation in
the Utah Snow Load Study.
269      CountyCityElevationGround Snow
Load (psf)
Roof Snow
Load (psf) 6
270      CarbonPrice3
All other county locations5
5550
--
43
--
30
--
271      DavisFruit Heights34500 - 48505740
272      EmeryGreen River340703625
273      GarfieldPanguitch366004330
274      RichWoodruff3
Laketown4
Garden City5
Randolph4
6315
6000
--
6300
57
57
--
57
40
40
--
40
275      San JuanMonticello368205035
276      SummitCoalville3
Kamas4
5600
6500
86
114
60
80
277      TooeleTooele351004330
278      UtahOrem3
Pleasant Grove4
Provo5
4650
5000
--
43
43
--
30
30
--
279      WasatchHeber5------
280      WashingtonLeeds3
Santa Clara3
St. George3
All other county locations5
3460

2850

2750

--
29
21
21
--
20
15
15
--
281      WayneLoa3
7080
4330
282      1The IRC requires a minimum live load -- See R301.6.
283      2This table is informational only in that actual site elevations may vary. Table is only valid
if site elevation is within 100 feet of the listed elevation. Otherwise, contact the local
Building Official.
284      3Values adopted from Table VII of the Utah Snow Load Study
285      4Values based on site-specific study. Contact local Building Official for additional
information.
286      5Contact local Building Official.
287      6Based on Ce =1.0, Ct =1.0 and Is =1.0"
288          (10) IRC, Section R301.6, is deleted and replaced with the following: "R301.6 Utah
289     Snow Loads. The snow loads specified in Table R301.2(5b) shall be used for the jurisdictions
290     identified in that table. Otherwise, the ground snow load, Pg, to be used in the determination
291     of design snow loads for buildings and other structures shall be determined by using the
292     following formula: Pg = (Po2 + S2(A-Ao)2)0.5 for A greater than Ao, and Pg = Po for A less
293     than or equal to Ao.
294     WHERE:
295     Pg = Ground snow load at a given elevation (psf);
296     Po = Base ground snow load (psf) from Table No. R301.2(5a);
297     S = Change in ground snow load with elevation (psf/100 ft.) From Table No. R301.2(5a);
298     A = Elevation above sea level at the site (ft./1,000);
299     Ao = Base ground snow elevation from Table R301.2(5a) (ft./1,000).
300     The building official may round the roof snow load to the nearest 5 psf. The ground snow
301     load, Pg, may be adjusted by the building official when a licensed engineer or architect submits
302     data substantiating the adjustments.
303     Where the minimum roof live load in accordance with Table R301.6 is greater than the design
304     roof snow load, such roof live load shall be used for design, however, it shall not be reduced to
305     a load lower than the design roof snow load. Drifting need not be considered for roof snow
306     loads less than 20 psf."
307          (11) In IRC, Section R302.5.1, the words "self-closing device" are deleted and replaced
308     with "self-latching hardware".
309          (12) IRC, Section R302.13, is deleted.
310          (13) In IRC, Section R303.4, the number "5" is changed to "3" in the first sentence.
311          (14) IRC, Sections R311.7.4 through R311.7.5.3, are deleted and replaced with the
312     following: "R311.7.4 Stair treads and risers. R311.7.5.1 Riser height. The maximum riser
313     height shall be 8 inches (203 mm). The riser shall be measured vertically between leading
314     edges of the adjacent treads. The greatest riser height within any flight of stairs shall not

315     exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm).
316     R311.7.5.2 Tread depth. The minimum tread depth shall be 9 inches (228 mm). The tread
317     depth shall be measured horizontally between the vertical planes of the foremost projection of
318     adjacent treads and at a right angle to the tread's leading edge. The greatest tread depth within
319     any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm). Winder
320     treads shall have a minimum tread depth of 10 inches (254 mm) measured as above at a point
321     12 inches (305 mm) from the side where the treads are narrower. Winder treads shall have a
322     minimum tread depth of 6 inches (152 mm) at any point. Within any flight of stairs, the
323     greatest winder tread depth at the 12-inch (305 mm) walk line shall not exceed the smallest by
324     more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm).
325     R311.7.5.3 Profile. The radius of curvature at the leading edge of the tread shall be no greater
326     than 9/16 inch (14.3 mm). A nosing not less than 3/4 inch (19 mm) but not more than 1 1/4
327     inches (32 mm) shall be provided on stairways with solid risers. The greatest nosing projection
328     shall not exceed the smallest nosing projection by more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) between two
329     stories, including the nosing at the level of floors and landings. Beveling of nosing shall not
330     exceed 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). Risers shall be vertical or sloped from the underside of the leading
331     edge of the tread above at an angle not more than 30 degrees (0.51 rad) from the vertical. Open
332     risers are permitted, provided that the opening between treads does not permit the passage of a
333     4-inch diameter (102 mm) sphere.
334     Exceptions.
335     1. A nosing is not required where the tread depth is a minimum of 10 inches (254 mm).
336     2. The opening between adjacent treads is not limited on stairs with a total rise of 30 inches
337     (762 mm) or less."
338          (15) IRC, Section R312.2, is deleted.
339          (16) IRC, Sections R313.1 through R313.2.1, are deleted and replaced with the
340     following: "R313.1 Design and installation. When installed, automatic residential fire
341     sprinkler systems for townhouses or one- and two-family dwellings shall be designed and
342     installed in accordance with Section P2904 or NFPA 13D."
343          (17) In IRC, Section 315.3, the following words are added to the first sentence after the
344     word "installed": "on each level of the dwelling unit and".
345          (18) In IRC, Section R315.5, a new exception, 3, is added as follows:

346     "3. Hard wiring of carbon monoxide alarms in existing areas shall not be required where the
347     alterations or repairs do not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing
348     the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space or basement available which could provide
349     access for hard wiring, without the removal of interior finishes."
350          (19) A new IRC, Section R315.7, is added as follows: " R315.7 Interconnection.
351     Where more than one carbon monoxide alarm is required to be installed within an individual
352     dwelling unit in accordance with Section R315.1, the alarm devices shall be interconnected in
353     such a manner that the actuation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms in the individual
354     unit. Physical interconnection of smoke alarms shall not be required where listed wireless
355     alarms are installed and all alarms sound upon activation of one alarm.
356     Exception: Interconnection of carbon monoxide alarms in existing areas shall not be required
357     where alterations or repairs do not result in removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing
358     the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space or basement available which could provide
359     access for interconnection without the removal of interior finishes."
360          (20) In IRC, Section R403.1.6, a new Exception 3 is added as follows: " 3. When
361     anchor bolt spacing does not exceed 32 inches (813 mm) apart, anchor bolts may be placed
362     with a minimum of two bolts per plate section located not less than 4 inches (102 mm) from
363     each end of each plate section at interior bearing walls, interior braced wall lines, and at all
364     exterior walls."
365          (21) In IRC, Section R403.1.6.1, a new exception is added at the end of Item 2 and
366     Item 3 as follows: "Exception: When anchor bolt spacing does not exceed 32 inches (816 mm)
367     apart, anchor bolts may be placed with a minimum of two bolts per plate section located not
368     less than 4 inches (102 mm) from each end of each plate section at interior bearing walls,
369     interior braced wall lines, and at all exterior walls."
370          (22) In IRC, Section R404.1, a new exception is added as follows: "Exception: As an
371     alternative to complying with Sections R404.1 through R404.1.5.3, concrete and masonry
372     foundation walls may be designed in accordance with IBC Sections 1807.1.5 and 1807.1.6 as
373     amended in Section 1807.1.6.4 and Table 1807.1.6.4 under these rules."
374          (23) In IRC, Section R405.1, a new exception is added as follows: "Exception: When a
375     geotechnical report has been provided for the property, a drainage system is not required unless
376     the drainage system is required as a condition of the geotechnical report. The geological report

377     shall make a recommendation regarding a drainage system."