Representative Mike Schultz proposes the following substitute bill:


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CONSTRUCTION CODE MODIFICATIONS

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2019 GENERAL SESSION

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STATE OF UTAH

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Chief Sponsor: Mike Schultz

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Senate Sponsor: Curtis S. Bramble

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7     LONG TITLE
8     General Description:
9          This bill amends provisions related to the construction and fire codes.
10     Highlighted Provisions:
11          This bill:
12          ▸     amends provisions related to building inspections;
13          ▸     incorporates statewide amendments as part of the construction code;
14          ▸     adopts Appendix Q of the 2018 International Residential Code;
15          ▸     adopts, statewide with amendments:
16               •     the 2018 International Building Code, including Appendix J;
17               •     the 2018 International Plumbing Code;
18               •     the 2018 International Mechanical Code;
19               •     the 2018 International Fuel Gas Code;
20               •     the commercial provisions of the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code;
21     and
22               •     the 2018 International Existing Building Code;
23          ▸     amends statewide amendments to the International Residential Code; and
24          ▸     amends local amendments to the International Building Code for Sandy City.
25     Money Appropriated in this Bill:

26          None
27     Other Special Clauses:
28          This bill provides a special effective date.
29     Utah Code Sections Affected:
30     AMENDS:
31          10-5-132, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2018, Chapter 236
32          15A-1-202, as enacted by Laws of Utah 2011, Chapter 14
33          15A-1-203, as enacted by Laws of Utah 2011, Chapter 14
34          15A-2-103, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2018, Chapter 186
35          15A-3-102, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
36          15A-3-103, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
37          15A-3-104, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2018, Chapter 361
38          15A-3-105, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2018, Chapter 158
39          15A-3-107, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
40          15A-3-110, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
41          15A-3-112, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2017, Chapter 257
42          15A-3-113, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
43          15A-3-202, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2018, Chapter 361
44          15A-3-203, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
45          15A-3-205, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2018, Chapter 186
46          15A-3-302, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2018, Chapter 186
47          15A-3-303, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
48          15A-3-304, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2018, Chapter 186
49          15A-3-305, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
50          15A-3-306, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
51          15A-3-307, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2013, Chapter 297
52          15A-3-310, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
53          15A-3-314, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
54          15A-3-401, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2017, Chapter 14
55          15A-3-501, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
56          15A-3-701, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249

57          15A-3-801, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2016, Chapter 249
58          15A-4-107, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2017, Chapter 341
59          17-36-55, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2018, Chapter 236
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61     Be it enacted by the Legislature of the state of Utah:
62          Section 1. Section 10-5-132 is amended to read:
63          10-5-132. Fees collected for construction approval -- Approval of plans.
64          (1) As used in this section:
65          (a) "Construction project" means the same as that term is defined in Section 38-1a-102.
66          (b) "Lodging establishment" means a place providing temporary sleeping
67     accommodations to the public, including any of the following:
68          (i) a bed and breakfast establishment;
69          (ii) a boarding house;
70          (iii) a dormitory;
71          (iv) a hotel;
72          (v) an inn;
73          (vi) a lodging house;
74          (vii) a motel;
75          (viii) a resort; or
76          (ix) a rooming house.
77          (c) "Planning review" means a review to verify that a town has approved the following
78     elements of a construction project:
79          (i) zoning;
80          (ii) lot sizes;
81          (iii) setbacks;
82          (iv) easements;
83          (v) curb and gutter elevations;
84          (vi) grades and slopes;
85          (vii) utilities;
86          (viii) street names;
87          (ix) defensible space provisions and elevations, if required by the Utah Wildland Urban

88     Interface Code adopted under Section 15A-2-103; and
89          (x) subdivision.
90          (d) (i) " Plan review" means all of the reviews and approvals of a plan that a town
91     requires to obtain a building permit from the town with a scope that may not exceed a review to
92     verify:
93          (A) that the construction project complies with the provisions of the State Construction
94     Code under Title 15A, State Construction and Fire Codes Act;
95          (B) that the construction project complies with the energy code adopted under Section
96     15A-2-103;
97          (C) that the construction project received a planning review;
98          (D) that the applicant paid any required fees;
99          (E) that the applicant obtained final approvals from any other required reviewing
100     agencies;
101          (F) that the construction project complies with federal, state, and local storm water
102     protection laws;
103          (G) that the construction project received a structural review;
104          (H) the total square footage for each building level of finished, garage, and unfinished
105     space; and
106          (I) that the plans include a printed statement indicating that the actual construction will
107     comply with applicable local ordinances and the state construction codes.
108          (ii) "Plan review" does not mean a review of a document:
109          (A) required to be re-submitted for additional modifications or substantive changes
110     identified by the plan review;
111          (B) submitted as part of a deferred submittal when requested by the applicant and
112     approved by the building official; or
113          (C) that, due to the document's technical nature or on the request of the applicant, is
114     reviewed by a third party.
115          (e) "State Construction Code" means the same as that term is defined in Section
116     15A-1-102.
117          (f) "State Fire Code" means the same as that term is defined in Section 15A-1-102.
118          [(e)] (g) "Structural review" means:

119          (i) a review that verifies that a construction project complies with the following:
120          (A) footing size and bar placement;
121          (B) foundation thickness and bar placement;
122          (C) beam and header sizes;
123          (D) nailing patterns;
124          (E) bearing points;
125          (F) structural member size and span; and
126          (G) sheathing; or
127          (ii) if the review exceeds the scope of the review described in Subsection (1)(e)(i), a
128     review that a licensed engineer conducts.
129          [(f)] (h) "Technical nature" means a characteristic that places an item outside the
130     training and expertise of an individual who regularly performs plan reviews.
131          (2) (a) If a town collects a fee for the inspection of a construction project, the town
132     shall ensure that the construction project receives a prompt inspection.
133          (b) If a town cannot provide a building inspection within a reasonable time, the town
134     shall promptly engage an independent inspector with fees collected from the applicant.
135          (c) If an inspector identifies one or more violations of the State Construction Code or
136     State Fire Code during an inspection, on the day on which the inspection occurs, the inspector
137     shall give the permit holder written notification of each violation that:
138          (i) is delivered in hardcopy or by electronic means; and
139          (ii) upon request by the permit holder, includes a reference to each applicable provision
140     of the State Construction Code or State Fire Code.
141          (3) (a) A town shall complete a plan review of a construction project for a one to two
142     family dwelling or townhome by no later than 14 business days after the day on which the plan
143     is submitted to the town.
144          (b) A town shall complete a plan review of a construction project for a residential
145     structure built under the International Building Code, not including a lodging establishment, by
146     no later than 21 business days after the day on which the plan is submitted to the town.
147          (c) (i) Subject to Subsection (3)(c)(ii), if a town does not complete a plan review before
148     the time period described in Subsection (3)(a) or (b) expires, an applicant may request that the
149     town complete the plan review.

150          (ii) If an applicant makes a request under Subsection (3)(c)(i), the town shall perform
151     the plan review no later than:
152          (A) for a plan review described in Subsection (3)(a), 14 days from the day on which the
153     applicant makes the request; or
154          (B) for a plan review described in Subsection (3)(b), 21 days from the day on which the
155     applicant makes the request.
156          (d) An applicant may:
157          (i) waive the plan review time requirements described in this Subsection (3); or
158          (ii) with the town's consent, establish an alternative plan review time requirement.
159          (4) (a) A town may not enforce a requirement to have a plan review if:
160          (i) the town does not complete the plan review within the time period described in
161     Subsection (3)(a) or (b); and
162          (ii) a licensed architect or structural engineer, or both when required by law, stamps the
163     plan.
164          (b) A town may attach to a reviewed plan a list that includes:
165          (i) items with which the town is concerned and may enforce during construction; and
166          (ii) building code violations found in the plan.
167          (c) A town may not require an applicant to redraft a plan if the town requests minor
168     changes to the plan that the list described in Subsection (4)(b) identifies.
169          Section 2. Section 15A-1-202 is amended to read:
170          15A-1-202. Definitions.
171          As used in this chapter:
172          (1) "Agricultural use" means a use that relates to the tilling of soil and raising of crops,
173     or keeping or raising domestic animals.
174          (2) (a) "Approved code" means a code, including the standards and specifications
175     contained in the code, approved by the division under Section 15A-1-204 for use by a
176     compliance agency.
177          (b) "Approved code" does not include the State Construction Code.
178          (3) "Building" means a structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering any use
179     or occupancy and any improvements attached to it.
180          (4) "Code" means:

181          (a) the State Construction Code; or
182          (b) an approved code.
183          (5) "Commission" means the Uniform Building Code Commission created in Section
184     15A-1-203.
185          (6) "Compliance agency" means:
186          (a) an agency of the state or any of its political subdivisions which issues permits for
187     construction regulated under the codes;
188          (b) any other agency of the state or its political subdivisions specifically empowered to
189     enforce compliance with the codes; or
190          (c) any other state agency which chooses to enforce codes adopted under this chapter
191     by authority given the agency under a title other than this part and Part 3, Factory Built
192     Housing and Modular Units Administration Act.
193          (7) "Construction code" means standards and specifications published by a nationally
194     recognized code authority for use in circumstances described in Subsection 15A-1-204(1),
195     including:
196          (a) a building code;
197          (b) an electrical code;
198          (c) a residential one and two family dwelling code;
199          (d) a plumbing code;
200          (e) a mechanical code;
201          (f) a fuel gas code;
202          (g) an energy conservation code; and
203          (h) a manufactured housing installation standard code.
204          (8) "Executive director" means the executive director of the Department of Commerce.
205          [(8)] (9) "Legislative action" includes legislation that:
206          (a) adopts a new State Construction Code;
207          (b) amends the State Construction Code; or
208          (c) repeals one or more provisions of the State Construction Code.
209          [(9)] (10) "Local regulator" means a political subdivision of the state that is
210     empowered to engage in the regulation of construction, alteration, remodeling, building, repair,
211     and other activities subject to the codes.

212          [(10)] (11) "Not for human occupancy" means use of a structure for purposes other
213     than protection or comfort of human beings, but allows people to enter the structure for:
214          (a) maintenance and repair; and
215          (b) the care of livestock, crops, or equipment intended for agricultural use which are
216     kept there.
217          [(11)] (12) "Opinion" means a written, nonbinding, and advisory statement issued by
218     the commission concerning an interpretation of the meaning of the codes or the application of
219     the codes in a specific circumstance issued in response to a specific request by a party to the
220     issue.
221          [(12)] (13) "State regulator" means an agency of the state which is empowered to
222     engage in the regulation of construction, alteration, remodeling, building, repair, and other
223     activities subject to the codes adopted pursuant to this chapter.
224          Section 3. Section 15A-1-203 is amended to read:
225          15A-1-203. Uniform Building Code Commission -- Unified Code Analysis
226     Council.
227          (1) There is created a Uniform Building Code Commission to advise the division with
228     respect to the division's responsibilities in administering the codes.
229          (2) The commission shall consist of 11 members as follows:
230          (a) one member shall be from among candidates nominated by the Utah League of
231     Cities and Towns and the Utah Association of Counties;
232          (b) one member shall be a licensed building inspector employed by a political
233     subdivision of the state;
234          (c) one member shall be a licensed professional engineer;
235          (d) one member shall be a licensed architect;
236          (e) one member shall be a fire official;
237          (f) three members shall be contractors licensed by the state, of which one shall be a
238     general contractor, one an electrical contractor, and one a plumbing contractor;
239          (g) two members shall be from the general public and have no affiliation with the
240     construction industry or real estate development industry; and
241          (h) one member shall be from the Division of Facilities Construction and Management
242     of the Department of Administrative Services.

243          (3) (a) The executive director shall appoint each commission member after submitting
244     a nomination to the governor for confirmation or rejection.
245          (b) If the governor rejects a nominee, the executive director shall submit an alternative
246     nominee until the governor confirms the nomination. An appointment is effective after the
247     governor confirms the nomination.
248          (4) (a) Except as required by Subsection (4)(b), as terms of commission members
249     expire, the executive director shall appoint each new commission member or reappointed
250     commission member to a four-year term.
251          (b) Notwithstanding the requirements of Subsection (4)(a), the executive director shall,
252     at the time of appointment or reappointment, adjust the length of terms to ensure that the terms
253     of commission members are staggered so that approximately half of the commission is
254     appointed every two years.
255          (5) When a vacancy occurs in the commission membership for any reason, the
256     executive director shall appoint a replacement for the unexpired term.
257          (6) (a) A commission member may not serve more than two full terms.
258          (b) A commission member who ceases to serve may not again serve on the commission
259     until after the expiration of two years from the date of cessation of service.
260          (7) A majority of the commission members constitute a quorum and may act on behalf
261     of the commission.
262          (8) A commission member may not receive compensation or benefits for the
263     commission member's service, but may receive per diem and travel expenses in accordance
264     with:
265          (a) Section 63A-3-106;
266          (b) Section 63A-3-107; and
267          (c) rules made by the Division of Finance pursuant to Sections 63A-3-106 and
268     63A-3-107.
269          (9) (a) The commission shall annually designate one of its members to serve as chair of
270     the commission.
271          (b) The division shall provide a secretary to facilitate the function of the commission
272     and to record the commission's actions and recommendations.
273          (10) The commission shall:

274          (a) in accordance with Section 15A-1-204, report to the Business and Labor Interim
275     Committee;
276          (b) offer an opinion regarding the interpretation of or the application of a code if a
277     person submits a request for an opinion;
278          (c) act as an appeals board as provided in Section 15A-1-207;
279          (d) establish advisory peer committees on either a standing or ad hoc basis to advise
280     the commission with respect to matters related to a code, including a committee to advise the
281     commission regarding health matters related to a plumbing code; and
282          (e) assist the division in overseeing code-related training in accordance with Section
283     15A-1-209.
284          (11) A person requesting an opinion under Subsection (10)(b) shall submit a formal
285     request clearly stating:
286          (a) the facts in question;
287          (b) the specific citation at issue in a code; and
288          (c) the position taken by the persons involved in the facts in question.
289          (12) (a) In a manner consistent with Subsection (10)(d), the commission shall jointly
290     create with the Utah Fire Prevention Board an advisory peer committee known as the "Unified
291     Code Analysis Council" to review fire prevention and construction code issues that require
292     definitive and specific analysis.
293          (b) The commission and Utah Fire Prevention Board shall jointly, by rule made in
294     accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, provide for:
295          (i) the appointment of members to the Unified Code Analysis Council; and
296          (ii) procedures followed by the Unified Code Analysis Council.
297          Section 4. Section 15A-2-103 is amended to read:
298          15A-2-103. Specific editions adopted of construction code of a nationally
299     recognized code authority.
300          (1) Subject to the other provisions of this part, the following construction codes are
301     incorporated by reference, and together with the amendments specified in Chapter 3, [Part 3,]
302     Statewide Amendments [to International Plumbing] Incorporated as Part of State Construction
303     Code, and Chapter 4, Local Amendments Incorporated as Part of State Construction Code, are
304     the construction standards to be applied to building construction, alteration, remodeling, and

305     repair, and in the regulation of building construction, alteration, remodeling, and repair in the
306     state:
307          (a) the [2015] 2018 edition of the International Building Code, including Appendix J,
308     issued by the International Code Council;
309          (b) the 2015 edition of the International Residential Code, issued by the International
310     Code Council;
311          (c) Appendix Q of the 2018 edition of the International Residential Code, issued by the
312     International Code Council;
313          [(c)] (d) the [2015] 2018 edition of the International Plumbing Code, issued by the
314     International Code Council;
315          [(d)] (e) the [2015] 2018 edition of the International Mechanical Code, issued by the
316     International Code Council;
317          [(e)] (f) the [2015] 2018 edition of the International Fuel Gas Code, issued by the
318     International Code Council;
319          [(f)] (g) the 2017 edition of the National Electrical Code, issued by the National Fire
320     Protection Association;
321          (h) the residential provisions of the 2015 edition of the International Energy
322     Conservation Code, issued by the International Code Council;
323          [(g)] (i) the [2015] commercial provisions of the 2018 edition of the International
324     Energy Conservation Code, issued by the International Code Council;
325          [(h)] (j) the [2015] 2018 edition of the International Existing Building Code, issued by
326     the International Code Council;
327          [(i)] (k) subject to Subsection 15A-2-104(2), the HUD Code;
328          [(j)] (l) subject to Subsection 15A-2-104(1), Appendix E of the 2015 edition of the
329     International Residential Code, issued by the International Code Council; and
330          [(k)] (m) subject to Subsection 15A-2-104(1), the 2005 edition of the NFPA 225
331     Model Manufactured Home Installation Standard, issued by the National Fire Protection
332     Association.
333          (2) Consistent with Title 65A, Chapter 8, Management of Forest Lands and Fire
334     Control, the Legislature adopts the 2006 edition of the Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code,
335     issued by the International Code Council, with the alternatives or amendments approved by the

336     Utah Division of Forestry, as a construction code that may be adopted by a local compliance
337     agency by local ordinance or other similar action as a local amendment to the codes listed in
338     this section.
339          Section 5. Section 15A-3-102 is amended to read:
340          15A-3-102. Amendments to Chapters 1 through 3 of IBC.
341          (1) IBC, Section 106, is deleted.
342          (2) In IBC, Section 110, a new section is added as follows: " 110.3.5.1,
343     Weather-resistant exterior wall envelope. An inspection shall be made of the weather-resistant
344     exterior wall envelope as required by Section [1403.2] 1404.2, and flashing as required by
345     Section [1405.4] 1404.4 to prevent water from entering the weather-resistive barrier."
346          (3) IBC, Section 115.1, is deleted and replaced with the following: "115.1 Authority.
347     Whenever the building official finds any work regulated by this code being performed in a
348     manner either contrary to the provisions of this code or other pertinent laws or ordinances or is
349     dangerous or unsafe, the building official is authorized to stop work."
350          (4) In IBC, Section 202, the following definition is added for Ambulatory Surgical
351     Center: "AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER. A building or portion of a building licensed
352     by the Utah Department of Health where procedures are performed that may render patients
353     incapable of self preservation where care is less than 24 hours. See Utah Administrative Code
354     R432-13."
355          (5) In IBC, Section 202, the following definition is added for Assisted Living Facility:
356     "ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY. See Residential Treatment/Support Assisted Living Facility,
357     Type I Assisted Living Facility, and Type II Assisted Living Facility."
358          [(5)] (6) In IBC, Section 202, the definition for Foster Care Facilities is modified by
359     [changing] deleting the word "Foster" [to] and replacing it with the word "Child."
360          [(6)] (7) In IBC, Section 202, the definition for "[F]Record Drawings" is modified by
361     deleting the words "a fire alarm system" and replacing them with "any fire protection
362     system."[.]
363          [(7)] (8) In IBC, Section 202, the following definition is added for Residential
364     Treatment/Support Assisted Living Facility: "RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT/SUPPORT
365     ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY. [See Section 308.1.2] A residential facility that provides a
366     group living environment for four or more residents licensed by the Department of Human

367     Services, and provides a protected living arrangement for ambulatory, non-restrained persons
368     who are capable of achieving mobility sufficient to exit the facility without the physical
369     assistance of another person."
370          [(8)] (9) In IBC, Section 202, the following definition is added for Type I Assisted
371     Living Facility: "TYPE I ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY. [See Section 308.1.2] A residential
372     facility licensed by the Department of Health that provides a protected living arrangement,
373     assistance with activities of daily living and social care to two or more ambulatory,
374     non-restrained persons who are capable of mobility sufficient to exit the facility without the
375     assistance of another person. Subcategories are:
376          Limited Capacity: two to five residents;
377          Small: six to sixteen residents; and
378          Large: over sixteen residents."
379          [(9)] (10) In IBC, Section 202, the following definition is added for Type II Assisted
380     Living Facility: "TYPE II ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY. [See Section 308.1.2] A residential
381     facility licensed by the Department of Health that provides an array of coordinated supportive
382     personal and health care services to two or more residents who are:
383          A. Physically disabled but able to direct his or her own care; or
384          B. Cognitively impaired or physically disabled but able to evacuate from the facility, or
385     to a zone or area of safety, with the physical assistance of one person. Subcategories are:
386          Limited Capacity: two to five residents;
387          Small: six to sixteen residents; and
388          Large: over sixteen residents."
389          [(10)] (11) In IBC, Section 305.2, [the words "child care centers," are inserted after the
390     word "supervision," and the following sentence is added at the end of the paragraph: "See
391     Section 425 for special requirements for Day Care."] the following changes are made:
392          (a) delete the words "more than five children older than 2 1/2 years of age" and replace
393     with the words "five or more children 2 years of age or older";
394          (b) after the word "supervision" insert the words "child care services"; and
395          (c) add the following sentence at the end of the paragraph: "See Section 429, Day Care,
396     for special requirements for day care."
397          [(11)] (12) In IBC, Section 305.2.2 and 305.2.3, the word "five" is deleted and replaced

398     with the word "four" in [both] all places.
399          [(12)] (13) A new IBC Section 305.2.4 is added as follows: "305.2.4 Child [Day Care
400     -- Residential Certificate or a Family License] day care -- residential child care certificate or a
401     license. Areas used for child day care purposes with a [Residential Certificate] residential child
402     care certificate, as described in Utah Administrative Code, R430-50, Residential Certificate
403     Child Care, or a [Family License] residential child care license, as [defined] described in Utah
404     Administrative Code, R430-90, Licensed Family Child Care, may be located in a Group R-2 or
405     R-3 occupancy as provided in [Section 310.5 or shall] Sections 310.3 and 310.4 comply with
406     the International Residential Code in accordance with Section R101.2."
407          [(13)] (14) A new IBC Section 305.2.5 is added as follows: "305.2.5 [Child Care
408     Centers. Areas used for Hourly Child Care Centers, as defined in Utah Administrative Code,
409     R430-60, Child Care Center as defined in Utah Administrative Code, R430-100, or Out of
410     School Time Programs, as defined in Utah Administrative Code, R430-70, may be classified as
411     accessory occupancies."] Child care centers. Each of the following areas may be classified as
412     accessory occupancies, if the area complies with Section 508.2:
413          1. Hourly child care centers, as described in Utah Administrative Code, R381-60,
414     Hourly Child Care Centers;
415          2. Child care centers, as described in Utah Administrative Code, R381-100, Child Care
416     Centers; and
417          3. Out-of-school-time programs, as described in Utah Administrative Code, R381-70,
418     Out of School Time Child Care Programs."
419          [(14)] (15) In IBC, Table 307.1(1), footnote "d" is added to the row for [Consumer
420     fireworks] Explosives, Division 1.4G in the column titled STORAGE - Solid Pounds (cubic
421     feet).
422          [(15) In IBC, Section 308.2, the word "FOSTER" is deleted and replaced with
423     "CHILD."]
424          [(16) A new IBC Section 308.2.1 is added as follows: "308.2.1 Assisted living
425     facilities and related occupancies. The following words and terms shall, for the purposes of
426     this section and as used elsewhere in this code, have the meanings shown herein.]
427     [TYPE I ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY. A residential facility licensed by the Utah
428     Department of Health that provides a protected living arrangement for ambulatory,

429     non-restrained persons who are capable of achieving mobility sufficient to exit the facility
430     without the assistance of another person.]
431     [Occupancies. Limited capacity, type I assisted living facilities with two to five residents shall
432     be classified as R-3 occupancies. Small, type I assisted living facilities with six to sixteen
433     residents shall be classified as R-4 occupancies. Large, type I assisted living facilities with
434     over sixteen residents shall be classified as I-1 occupancies.]
435     [TYPE II ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY. A residential facility licensed by the Utah
436     Department of Health that provides an array of coordinated supportive personal and health care
437     services to residents who meet the definition of semi-independent.]
438     [Semi-Independent. A person who is:]
439     [A. Physically disabled but able to direct his or her own care; or]
440     [B. Cognitively impaired or physically disabled but able to evacuate from the facility with the
441     physical assistance of one person.]
442     [Occupancies. Limited capacity, type II assisted living facilities with two to five residents shall
443     be classified as R-4 occupancies. Small, type II assisted living facilities with six to sixteen
444     residents shall be classified as I-1 occupancies. Large, type II assisted living facilities with
445     over sixteen residents shall be classified as I-2 occupancies.]
446     [RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT/SUPPORT ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY. A residential
447     treatment/support assisted living facility which creates a group living environment for four or
448     more residents licensed by the Utah Department of Human Services, and provides a protected
449     living arrangement for ambulatory, non-restrained persons who are capable of achieving
450     mobility sufficient to exit the facility without the physical assistance of another person."]
451          [(17) In IBC, Section 308.3, the words "(see Section 308.2.1)" are added after the
452     words "assisted living facilities."]
453          (16) In IBC, Section 308.2, in the list of items under "This group shall include," the
454     words "Type-I Large and Type-II Small, see Section 308.2.5" are added after "Assisted living
455     facilities."
456          [(18)] (17) In IBC, Section [308.3.4] 308.2.4, all of the words after the first
457     International Residential Code are deleted.
458          [(19) In IBC, Section 308.4, the following changes are made:]
459          [(a) The words "five persons" are deleted and replaced with the words "three persons."]

460          [(b) The words "foster care facilities" are deleted and replaced with "child care
461     facilities."]
462          [(c) The words "(both intermediate care facilities and skilled nursing facilities)" are
463     added after "nursing homes."]
464          [(20) In IBC, Section 308.4.2, the word "five" is deleted and replaced with the word
465     "three" in both places.]
466          (18) A new IBC, Section 308.2.5 is added as follows:
467          "308.2.5 Group I-1 assisted living facility occupancy groups. The following occupancy
468     groups shall apply to assisted living facilities:
469          Type I assisted living facilities with seventeen or more residents are Large Facilities
470     classified as an Institutional Group I-1, Condition 1 occupancy.
471          Type II assisted living facilities with six to sixteen residents are Small Facilities
472     classified as an Institutional Group I-1, Condition 2 occupancy. See Section 202 for
473     definitions."
474          (19) In IBC, Section 308.3 Institutional Group I-2, the following changes are made:
475          (a) The words "more than five" are deleted and replaced with "four or more";
476          (b) The group "Assisted living facilities, Type-II Large" is added to the list of groups;
477          (c) The words "Foster care facilities" are deleted and replaced with the words "Child
478     care facilities"; and
479          (d) The words "(both intermediate care facilities and skilled nursing facilities)" are
480     added after "Nursing homes."
481          (20) In IBC, Section 308.3.2, the number "five" is deleted and replaced with the
482     number "four" in each location.
483          (21) A new IBC, Section 308.3.3 is added as follows:
484          "308.3.3 Group I-2 assisted living facilities. Type II assisted living facilities with
485     seventeen or more residents are Large Facilities classified as an Institutional Group I-2,
486     Condition 1 occupancy. See Section 202 for definitions."
487          [(21)] (22) In IBC, Section [308.6] 308.5, the [word "five" is] words "more than five"
488     are deleted and replaced with the [word "four."] words "five or more."
489          [(22)] (23) In IBC, Section [308.6.1] 308.5.1, the following changes are made:
490          (a) [The word "five" is] The words "more than five" are deleted and replaced with the

491     [word "four."] words "five or more."
492          (b) The words "2-1/2 years or less of age" are deleted and replaced with "under the age
493     of two."
494          (c) The following sentence is added at the end: "See Section [427] 429 for special
495     requirements for Day Care."
496          [(23)] (24) In IBC, Sections [308.6.3] 308.5.3 and [308.6.4] 308.5.4, the [word "five"
497     is] words "five or fewer" are deleted and replaced with the [word "four"] words "four or fewer"
498     in both places and the following sentence is added at the end: "See Section [427] 429 for
499     special requirements for Day Care."
500          [(24)] (25) In IBC, Section [310.5,] 310.4, the following changes are made:
501          (a) [the] The words "and single family dwellings complying with the IRC" are added
502     after "Residential Group-3 occupancies."
503          (b) The words "Assisted Living Facilities, limited capacity" are added to the list of
504     occupancies.
505          [(25)] (26) In IBC, Section [310.5.1,] 310.4.1, the following changes are made:
506          (a) [the] The words "other than Child Care" are inserted after the [word "dwelling"]
507     words "Care facilities" in the first sentence [and].
508          (b) All of the words after the first "International Residential Code" are deleted.
509          (c) [the] The following sentence is added at the end of the last sentence: "See Section
510     [427] 429 for special requirements for Child Day Care."
511          [(26)] (27) A new IBC Section [310.5.3] 310.4.3 is added as follows: "[310.5.3]
512     310.4.3 Child Care. Areas used for child care purposes may be located in a residential
513     dwelling unit under all of the following conditions and Section [427] 429:
514     1. Compliance with Utah Administrative Code, R710-8, Day Care Rules, as enacted under the
515     authority of the Utah Fire Prevention Board.
516     2. Use is approved by the Utah Department of Health, as enacted under the authority of the
517     Utah Code, Title 26, Chapter 39, Utah Child Care Licensing Act, and in any of the following
518     categories:
519     a. Utah Administrative Code, R430-50, Residential Certificate Child Care.
520     b. Utah Administrative Code, R430-90, Licensed Family Child Care.
521     3. Compliance with all zoning regulations of the local regulator."

522          [(27) In IBC, Section 310.6, the words "(see Section 308.2.1)" are added after "assisted
523     living facilities."]
524          (28) A new IBC, Section 310.4.4 is added as follows: "310.4.4 Assisted living
525     facilities. Type I assisted living facilities with two to five residents are Limited Capacity
526     facilities classified as a Residential Group R-3 occupancy or are permitted to comply with the
527     International Residential Code. See Section 202 for definitions."
528          (29) In IBC, Section 310.5, the words "Type II Limited Capacity and Type I Small, see
529     Section 310.5.3" are added after the words "assisted living facilities."
530          (30) A new IBC, Section 310.5.3, is added as follows: "310.5.3 Group R-4 Assisted
531     living facility occupancy groups. The following occupancy groups shall apply to Assisted
532     Living Facilities: Type II Assisted Living Facilities with two to five residents are Limited
533     Capacity Facilities classified as a Residential Group R-4, Condition 2 occupancy. Type I
534     assisted living facilities with six to sixteen residents are Small Facilities classified as
535     Residential Group R-4, Condition 1 occupancies. See Section 202 for definitions."
536          Section 6. Section 15A-3-103 is amended to read:
537          15A-3-103. Amendments to Chapters 4 through 6 of IBC.
538          (1) IBC Section 403.5.5 is deleted.
539          (2) In IBC, Section 407.2.5, the words "and assisted living facility" are added in the
540     title and first sentence after the words "nursing home."
541          (3) In IBC, Section 407.2.6, the words "and assisted living facility" are added in the
542     title after the words "nursing home."
543          (4) In IBC, Section 407.11, a new exception is added as follows: "Exception: An
544     essential electrical system is not required in assisted living facilities."
545          [(2) In] (5) A new IBC, Section [422.2, a new paragraph] 422.2.1 is added as follows:
546     "[422.2] 422.2.1 Separations: Ambulatory care facilities licensed by the [Utah] Department of
547     Health shall be separated from adjacent tenants with a fire partition having a minimum one
548     hour fire-resistance rating. Any level below the level of exit discharge shall be separated from
549     the level of exit discharge by a horizontal assembly having a minimum one hour fire-resistance
550     rating.
551     Exception: A fire barrier is not required to separate the level of exit discharge when:
552     1. Such levels are under the control of the Ambulatory Care Facility.

553     2. Any hazardous spaces are separated by horizontal assembly having a minimum one hour
554     fire-resistance rating."
555          [(3)] (6) A new IBC Section [427] 429, Day Care, is added as follows:
556     "[427.1] 429.1 Detailed Requirements. In addition to the occupancy and construction
557     requirements in this code, the additional provisions of this section shall apply to all Day Care in
558     accordance with Utah Administrative Code R710-8 Day Care Rules.
559     [427.2] 429.2 Definitions.
560     [427.2.1] 429.2.1 Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ): State Fire Marshal, his duly authorized
561     deputies, or the local fire enforcement authority code official.
562     [427.2.2] 429.2.2 Day Care Facility: Any building or structure occupied by clients of any age
563     who receive custodial care for less than 24 hours by individuals other than parents, guardians,
564     relatives by blood, marriage or adoption.
565     [427.2.3] 429.2.3 Day Care Center: Providing care for five or more clients in a place other than
566     the home of the person cared for. This would also include Child Care Centers, Out of School
567     Time or Hourly Child Care Centers licensed by the Department of Health.
568     [427.2.4] 429.2.4 Family Day Care: Providing care for clients listed in the following two
569     groups:
570     [427.2.4.1] 429.2.4.1 Type 1: Services provided for five to eight clients in a home. This would
571     also include a home that is certified by the Department of Health as Residential Certificate
572     Child Care or licensed as Family Child Care.
573     [427.2.4.2] 429.2.4.2 Type 2: Services provided for nine to sixteen clients in a home with
574     sufficient staffing. This would also include a home that is licensed by the Department of
575     Health as Family Child Care.
576     [427.2.5] 429.2.5 R710-8: Utah Administrative Code, R710-8, Day Care Rules, as enacted
577     under the authority of the Utah Fire Prevention Board.
578     [427.3 ] 429.3 Family Day Care.
579     [427.3.1] 429.3.1 Family Day Care units shall have on each floor occupied by clients, two
580     separate means of egress, arranged so that if one is blocked the other will be available.
581     [427.3.2] 429.3.2 Family Day Care units that are located in the basement or on the second story
582     shall be provided with two means of egress, one of which shall discharge directly to the
583     outside.

584     [427.3.2.1] 429.3.2.1 Residential Certificate Child Care and Licensed Family Child Care with
585     five to eight clients in a home, located on the ground level or in a basement, may use an
586     emergency escape or rescue window as allowed in IFC, Chapter 10, Section 1030.
587     [427.3.3] 429.3.3 Family Day Care units shall not be located above the second story.
588     [427.3.4] 429.3.4 In Family Day Care units, clients under the age of two shall not be located
589     above or below the first story.
590     [427.3.4.1] 429.3.4.1 Clients under the age of two may be housed above or below the first story
591     where there is at least one exit that leads directly to the outside and complies with IFC, Section
592     1011 or Section 1012 or Section 1027.
593     [427.3.5] 429.3.5 Family Day Care units located in split entry/split level type homes in which
594     stairs to the lower level and upper level are equal or nearly equal, may have clients housed on
595     both levels when approved by the AHJ.
596     [427.3.6] 429.3.6 Family Day Care units shall have a portable fire extinguisher on each level
597     occupied by clients, which shall have a classification of not less than 2A:10BC, and shall be
598     serviced in accordance with NFPA, Standard 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers.
599     [427.3.7] 429.3.7 Family Day Care units shall have single station smoke detectors in good
600     operating condition on each level occupied by clients. Battery operated smoke detectors shall
601     be permitted if the facility demonstrates testing, maintenance, and battery replacement to insure
602     continued operation of the smoke detectors.
603     [427.3.8] 429.3.8 Rooms in Family Day Care units that are provided for clients to sleep or nap,
604     shall have at least one window or door approved for emergency escape.
605     [427.3.9] 429.3.9 Fire drills shall be conducted in Family Day Care units quarterly and shall
606     include the complete evacuation from the building of all clients and staff. At least annually, in
607     Type I Family Day Care units, the fire drill shall include the actual evacuation using the escape
608     or rescue window, if one is used as a substitute for one of the required means of egress.
609     [427.4] 429.4 Day Care Centers.
610     [427.4.1] 429.4.1 Day Care Centers shall comply with either I-4 requirements or E
611     requirements of the IBC, whichever is applicable for the type of Day Care Center.
612     [427.4.2] 429.4.2 Emergency Evacuation Drills shall be completed as required in IFC, Chapter
613     4, Section 405.
614     [427.4.3] 429.4.3 Location at grade. Group E child day care centers shall be located at the

615     level of exit discharge.
616     [427.4.3.1] 429.4.3.1 Child day care spaces for children over the age of 24 months may be
617     located on the second floor of buildings equipped with automatic fire protection throughout
618     and an automatic fire alarm system.
619     [427.4.4] 429.4.4 Egress. All Group E child day care spaces with an occupant load of more
620     than 10 shall have a second means of egress. If the second means of egress is not an exit door
621     leading directly to the exterior, the room shall have an emergency escape and rescue window
622     complying with Section 1030.
623     [427.4.5] 429.4.5 All Group E Child Day Care Centers shall comply with Utah Administrative
624     Code, R430-100 Child Care Centers, R430-60 Hourly Child Care Centers, and R430-70 Out of
625     School Time.
626     [427.5] 429.5 Requirements for all Day Care.
627     [427.5.1] 429.5.1 Heating equipment in spaces occupied by children shall be provided with
628     partitions, screens, or other means to protect children from hot surfaces and open flames.
629     [427.5.2] 429.5.2 A fire escape plan shall be completed and posted in a conspicuous place. All
630     staff shall be trained on the fire escape plan and procedure."
631          [(4)] (7) In IBC, Section 504.4, a new section is added as follows: "504.4.1
632     Notwithstanding the exceptions to Section 504.2, Group I-2 Assisted Living Facilities shall be
633     allowed on each level of a two-story building of Type V-A construction when all of the
634     following apply:
635     1. All secured units are located at the level of exit discharge in compliance with Section
636     1010.1.9.3 as amended;
637     2. The total combined area of both stories shall not exceed the total allowable area for a
638     one-story building; and
639     3. All other provisions that apply in Section 407 have been provided."
640          (8) In IBC, Section 504.4, a new section is added as follows: "504.4.2 Group I-2
641     Assisted Living Facilities. Notwithstanding the allowable number of stories permitted by Table
642     504.4 Group I-2 Assisted Living Facilities of type VA, construction shall be allowed on each
643     level of a two-story building when all of the following apply:
644     1. The total combined area of both stories does not exceed the total allowable area for a
645     one-story, above grade plane building equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system

646     installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.
647     2. All other provisions that apply in Section 407 have been provided.
648          (9) A new IBC, Section 504.5, is added as follows: "504.5 Group 1-2 Secured areas in
649     Assisted Living Facilities. In Type IIIB, IV, and V construction, all areas for the use and care of
650     residents required to be secured shall be located on the level of exit discharge with door
651     operations in compliance with Section 1010.1.9.7, as amended."
652          Section 7. Section 15A-3-104 is amended to read:
653          15A-3-104. Amendments to Chapters 7 through 9 of IBC.
654          (1) In IBC, Section 704.13.2, the following sentence is added to the end of the section:
655     "An individual spraying fire-resistant materials may obtain a certificate that demonstrates that
656     the individual has undergone training on how to spray fire-resistant materials to manufacturer's
657     specifications."
658          (2) IBC, Section (F)[901.8] 902.1, is deleted and replaced with the following:
659     "(F)[901.8] 902.1 Pump and riser room size. Fire pump and automatic sprinkler system riser
660     rooms shall be designed with adequate space for all installed equipment necessary for the
661     installation and to provide sufficient working space around the stationary equipment.
662     Clearances around equipment shall be in accordance with manufacturer requirements and not
663     less than the following minimum elements:
664     [901.8.1] 902.1.5 A minimum clear and unobstructed distance of 12-inches shall be provided
665     from the installed equipment to the elements of permanent construction.
666     [901.8.2] 902.1.6 A minimum clear and unobstructed distance of 12-inches shall be provided
667     between all other installed equipment and appliances.
668     [901.8.3] 902.1.7 A clear and unobstructed width of 36-inches shall be provided in front of all
669     installed equipment and appliances, to allow for inspection, service, repair or replacement
670     without removing such elements of permanent construction or disabling the function of a
671     required fire-resistance-rated assembly.
672     [901.8.4] 902.1.8 Automatic sprinkler system riser rooms shall be provided with a clear and
673     unobstructed passageway to the riser room of not less than 36-inches, and openings into the
674     room shall be clear and unobstructed, with doors swinging in the outward direction from the
675     room and the opening providing a clear width of not less than 34-inches and a clear height of
676     the door opening shall not be less than 80-inches.

677     [901.8.5 ] 902.1.9 Fire pump rooms shall be provided with a clear and unobstructed
678     passageway to the fire pump room of not less than 72-inches, and openings into the room shall
679     be clear, unobstructed and large enough to allow for the removal of the largest piece of
680     equipment, with doors swinging in the outward direction from the room and the opening
681     providing a clear width of not less than 68-inches and a clear height of the door opening shall
682     not be less than 80-inches."
683          (3) In IBC, Section (F)903.2.2, the words "the entire floor" are deleted and replaced
684     with "a building" and the last paragraph is deleted.
685          (4) IBC, Section (F)903.2.4, condition 2, is deleted and replaced with the following: "2.
686     A Group F-1 fire area is located more than three stories above the lowest level of fire
687     department vehicle access."
688          (5) IBC, Section (F)903.2.7, condition 2, is deleted and replaced with the following: "2.
689     A Group M fire area is located more than three stories above the lowest level of fire department
690     vehicle access."
691          (6) IBC, Sections (F)903.2.8, (F)903.2.8.1, and (F)903.2.8.2, [and (F)903.2.8.4,] are
692     deleted and replaced with the following: "(F)903.2.8 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system
693     installed in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be provided throughout all buildings with a
694     Group R fire area.
695     Exceptions:
696     1. Detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses)
697     constructed in accordance with the International Residential Code For One- and Two-Family
698     Dwellings.
699     2. Single story Group R-1 occupancies with fire areas not more than 2,000 square feet that
700     contain no installed plumbing or heating, where no cooking occurs, and constructed of Type
701     I-A, I-B, II-A, or II-B construction."
702          (7) IBC, [Sections] Section (F)903.2.8.3 [and (F)903.2.8.3.1, are] is renumbered to
703     (F)903.2.8.1 [and (F)903.2.8.1.1.] and the following exception is added:
704          [(8) IBC, Section (F)903.2.8.3.2, is renumbered to (F)903.2.8.1.2 and the following
705     exception is added:]
706     "Exception: Group R-4 fire areas not more than 4,500 gross square feet and not containing
707     more than 16 residents, provided the building is equipped throughout with an approved fire

708     alarm system that is interconnected and receives its primary power from the building wiring
709     and a commercial power system."
710          [(9)] (8) IBC, Section (F)903.2.8.4, is deleted.
711          [(10)] (9) IBC, Section (F)903.2.9, condition 2, is deleted and replaced with the
712     following: "2. A Group S-1 fire area is located more than three stories above the lowest level
713     of fire department vehicle access."
714          [(11)] (10) IBC, Section (F)904.12, is deleted and replaced with the following:
715     "(F)904.12 Commercial cooking systems. The automatic fire-extinguishing system for
716     commercial cooking systems shall be of a type recognized for protection of commercial
717     cooking equipment and exhaust systems. Pre-engineered automatic extinguishing systems
718     shall be tested in accordance with UL 300 and listed and labeled for the intended application.
719     The system shall be installed in accordance with this code, its listing and the manufacturer's
720     installation instructions.
721     Exception: Factory-built commercial cooking recirculating systems that are tested in
722     accordance with UL 710B and listed, labeled, and installed in accordance with Section 304.1 of
723     the International Mechanical Code."
724          [(12)] (11) IBC, Sections (F)904.12.3, (F)904.12.3.1, (F)904.12.4, and (F)904.12.4.1,
725     are deleted.
726          [(13)] (12) In IBC, Section 905, a new subsection, Section (F)905.3.9, is added as
727     follows:
728          "Open Parking Garages. Open parking garages shall be equipped with an approved
729     Class 1 manual standpipe system when fire department access is not provided for firefighting
730     operations to within 150 feet of all portions of the open parking garage as measured from the
731     approved fire department vehicle access. Class 1 manual standpipe shall be accessible
732     throughout the parking garage such that all portions of the parking structure are protected
733     within 150 feet of a hose connection."
734          [(14)] (13) In IBC, Section (F)905.8, the exception is deleted and replaced with the
735     following:
736          "Exception: Where subject to freezing and approved by the fire code official."
737          [(15)] (14) In IBC, Section (F)907.2.3 Group E[, the first sentence] is deleted and
738     rewritten as follows: "A manual fire alarm system that [activates] initiates the occupant

739     notification signal using an emergency voice/alarm communication system [in accordance
740     with] that meets the requirements of Section (F)[907.5 shall be] 907.5.2.2, or a manual fire
741     alarm system that initiates an approved audible and visual occupant notification signal that
742     meets the requirements of Sections (F)907.5.2.1, (F)907.5.2.1.1, (F)907.5.2.2, and
743     (F)907.5.2.3, and is installed[,] in accordance with Section (F)907.6 [and administrative rules
744     made by the State Fire Prevention Board in Group E occupancies."] shall be installed in Group
745     E occupancies. Where automatic sprinkler systems or detectors are installed, the systems or
746     detectors shall be connected to the building fire alarm system."
747          [(16)] (15) IBC, Sections (F)915 through (F)915.6, are deleted and replaced with the
748     following:
749          "(F)915 Where required.
750     Group I-1, I-2, I-4, and R occupancies located in a building containing a fuel-burning appliance
751     or in a building that has an attached garage shall be equipped with single-station carbon
752     monoxide alarms. The carbon monoxide alarms shall be listed as complying with UL 2034 or
753     UL 2075 and be installed and maintained in accordance with NFPA 720 and the manufacturer's
754     instructions. An open parking garage, as defined in Chapter 2, or an enclosed parking garage,
755     ventilated in accordance with Section 404 of the International Mechanical Code, shall not be
756     considered an attached garage. A minimum of one carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed
757     on each habitable level.
758          (F)915.1 Interconnection.
759     Where more than one carbon monoxide alarm is required to be installed within Group I-1, I-2,
760     I-4, or R occupancies, the carbon monoxide alarm shall be interconnected in such a manner that
761     the activation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms. Physical interconnection of carbon
762     monoxide alarms shall not be required where listed wireless alarms are installed and all alarms
763     sound upon activation of one alarm. The alarm shall be clearly audible in all bedrooms over
764     background noise levels with all intervening doors closed.
765          (F)915.2 Power source.
766     In new construction, required carbon monoxide alarms shall receive their primary power from
767     the building wiring where such wiring is served from a commercial source and shall be
768     equipped with a battery backup. Carbon monoxide alarms with integral strobes that are not
769     equipped with a battery backup shall be connected to an emergency electrical system. Carbon

770     monoxide alarms shall emit a signal when the batteries are low. Wiring shall be permanent and
771     without a disconnecting switch other than as required for overcurrent protection.
772     Exceptions.
773     1. Carbon monoxide alarms are not required to be equipped with a battery backup where they
774     are connected to an emergency electrical system.
775     2. Hard wiring of carbon monoxide alarms in existing areas shall not be required where the
776     alterations or repairs do not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing
777     the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space, or basement available that could provide
778     access for hard wiring without the removal of interior finishes.
779          (F)915.3 Group E.
780     A carbon monoxide detection system shall be installed in new buildings that contain Group E
781     occupancies in accordance with IFC, Chapter 9, Section 915. A carbon monoxide detection
782     system shall be installed in existing buildings that contain Group E occupancies in accordance
783     with IFC, Chapter 11, Section 1103.9.
784          (F)915.3.1 Where required.
785     In Group E occupancies, a carbon monoxide detection system shall be provided where a
786     fuel-burning appliance, a fuel-burning fireplace, or a fuel-burning forced air furnace is present.
787          (F)915.3.2 Detection equipment.
788     Each carbon monoxide detection system shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 720 and
789     the manufacturer's instructions and be listed as complying with, for single station detectors, UL
790     2034 and, for system detectors, UL 2075.
791          (F)915.3.3 Locations.
792     Each carbon monoxide detection system shall be installed in the locations specified in NFPA
793     720.
794          (F)915.3.4 Combination detectors.
795     A combination carbon monoxide/smoke detector is an acceptable alternative to a carbon
796     monoxide detection system if the combination carbon monoxide/smoke detector is listed in
797     accordance with UL 2075 and UL 268.
798          (F)915.3.5 Power source.
799     Each carbon monoxide detection system shall receive primary power from the building wiring
800     if the wiring is served from a commercial source. If primary power is interrupted, each carbon

801     monoxide detection system shall receive power from a battery. Wiring shall be permanent and
802     without a disconnecting switch other than that required for overcurrent protection.
803          (F)915.3.6 Maintenance.
804     Each carbon monoxide detection system shall be maintained in accordance with NFPA 720. A
805     carbon monoxide detection system that becomes inoperable or begins to produce end of life
806     signals shall be replaced."
807          Section 8. Section 15A-3-105 is amended to read:
808          15A-3-105. Amendments to Chapters 10 through 12 of IBC.
809          (1) In IBC, Section 1010.1.9, an exception is added as follows: "Exception: Group E
810     occupancies for purposes of a lockdown or a lockdown drill in accordance with Section
811     1010.1.9.5 Exception 5."
812          (2) In IBC, Section 1010.1.9.2, "Exception:" is deleted and replaced with "Exceptions:
813     1."
814          (3) In IBC, Section 1010.1.9.2, a new exception 2 is added as follows: "2. Group E
815     occupancies for purposes of a lockdown or a lockdown drill may have one lock below 34
816     inches in accordance with Section 1010.1.9.5 Exception 5."
817          (4) In IBC, Section [1010.1.9.3] 1010.1.9.4, a new number [6] 7 is added as follows:
818     "[6] 7. Group E occupancies for purposes of a lockdown or a lockdown drill in accordance with
819     Section 1010.1.9.5 Exception 5."
820          (5) In IBC, Section [1010.1.9.4] 1010.1.9.5, a new exception 6 is added as follows: "6.
821     Group E occupancies for purposes of a lockdown or a lockdown drill in accordance with
822     Section 1010.1.9.5 Exception 5."
823          (6) In IBC, Section [1010.1.9.5] 1010.1.9.6, a new exception 5 is added as follows: "5.
824     Group E occupancies may have a second lock on classrooms for purposes of a lockdown or
825     lockdown drill, if:
826          5.1 The application of the lock is approved by the code official.
827          5.2 The unlatching of any door or leaf does not require more than two operations.
828          5.3 The lock can be released from the opposite side of the door on which it is installed.
829          5.4 The lock is only applied during lockdown or during a lockdown drill.
830          5.5 The lock complies with all other state and federal regulations, including the
831     Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. Sec. 12101 et seq."

832          (7) In IBC, Section [1010.1.9.6] 1010.1.9.7, a new number 9 is added as follows: " 9.
833     The secure area or unit with special egress locks shall be located at the level of exit discharge
834     in Type IIIB, IV, and V construction."
835          (8) In IBC, Section 1011.5.2, exception 3 is deleted and replaced with the following: "
836     3. In Group R-3 occupancies, within dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies, and in Group U
837     occupancies that are accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy, or accessory to individual dwelling
838     units in Group R-2 occupancies, the maximum riser height shall be 8 inches (203 mm) and the
839     minimum tread depth shall be 9 inches (229 mm). The minimum winder tread depth at the
840     walk line shall be 10 inches (254 mm), and the minimum winder tread depth shall be 6 inches
841     (152 mm). A nosing not less than 0.75 inch (19.1 mm) but not more than 1.25 inches (32 mm)
842     shall be provided on stairways with solid risers where the tread depth is less than 10 inches
843     (254 mm)."
844          (9) In IBC, Section 1011.11, a new exception 5 is added as follows: " 5. In
845     occupancies in Group R-3, as applicable in Section 101.2 and in occupancies in Group U,
846     which are accessory to an occupancy in Group R-3, as applicable in Section 101.2, handrails
847     shall be provided on at least one side of stairways consisting of four or more risers."
848          (10) In IBC, Section 1013.5, the words ", including when the building may not be fully
849     occupied" are added at the end of the sentence.
850          (11) IBC, Section 1025, is deleted.
851          (12) In IBC, Section [1029.14] 1029.15, exception 2 is deleted.
852          [(13) In IBC, Section 1109.8, the following words "shall be capable of operation
853     without a key and" are inserted in the second sentence between the words "lift" and "shall".]
854          [(14)] (13) In IBC, Section [1208.4] 1207.4, subparagraph 1 is deleted and replaced
855     with the following: "1. The unit shall have a living room of not less than 165 square feet (15.3
856     m2) of floor area. An additional 100 square feet (9.3 m2) of floor area shall be provided for
857     each occupant of such unit in excess of two."
858          Section 9. Section 15A-3-107 is amended to read:
859          15A-3-107. Amendments to Chapter 16 of IBC.
860          (1) In IBC, Table 1604.5, Risk Category III, in the sentence that begins "Group I-2
861     Condition 1," a new footnote c is added as follows: "c. Type II Assisted Living Facilities that
862     are I-2 Condition 1 occupancy classifications in accordance with Section 308 shall be Risk

863     Category II in this table."
864          (2) In IBC, Section 1605.2, in the portion of the definition for the value of f2, the words
865     "and 0.2 for other roof configurations" are deleted and replaced with the following: "f2 = 0.20 +
866     .025(A-5) for other configurations where roof snow load exceeds 30 psf;
867     f2 = 0 for roof snow loads of 30 psf (1.44kN/m2) or less.
868     Where A = Elevation above sea level at the location of the structure (ft./1,000)."
869          (3) In IBC, Sections 1605.3.1 and 1605.3.2, exception 2 in each section is deleted and
870     replaced with the following: "2. Flat roof snow loads of 30 pounds per square foot (1.44
871     kNm2) or less need not be combined with seismic loads. Where flat roof snow loads exceed 30
872     pounds per square foot (1.44 kNm2), the snow loads may be reduced in accordance with the
873     following in load combinations including both snow and seismic loads. [Ws] S as calculated
874     below, shall be combined with seismic loads.
875     [Ws] S = (0.20 + 0.025(A-5))Pf is greater than or equal to 0.20 Pf.
876     Where:
877     [Ws] S = Weight of snow to be [included] used in combination with seismic [calculations]
878     loads
879     A = Elevation above sea level at the location of the structure (ft./1,000)
880     Pf = Design roof snow load, psf.
881     For the purpose of this section, snow load shall be assumed uniform on the roof footprint
882     without including the effects of drift or sliding. The Importance Factor, I, used in calculating Pf
883     may be considered 1.0 for use in the formula for Ws".
884          (4) IBC, Section 1608.1, is deleted and replaced with the following: "1608.1 General.
885     Except as modified in Sections 1608.1.1, 1608.1.2, and 1608.1.3, design snow loads shall be
886     determined in accordance with Chapter 7 of ASCE 7, but the design roof load shall not be less
887     than that determined by Section 1607. Where the minimum live load, in accordance with
888     Section 1607, is greater than the design roof snow load, pf, the live load shall be used for
889     design, but it may not be reduced to a load lower than the design roof snow load. Drifting need
890     not be considered for roof snow loads, pf, less than 20 psf."
891          (5) A new IBC, Section 1608.1.1, is added as follows: "1608.1.1 Ice dams and icicles
892     along eaves. Section 7.4.5 of Chapter 7 of ASCE 7 referenced in IBC Section 1608.1 [of the
893     IBC] is deleted and replaced with the following: [Section] 7.4.5 Ice Dams and Icicles Along

894     Eaves. Where ground snow loads exceed 75 psf, eaves shall be capable of sustaining a
895     uniformly distributed load of 2pf on all overhanging portions. No other loads except dead
896     loads shall be present on the roof when this uniformly distributed load is applied. All building
897     exits under down-slope eaves shall be protected from sliding snow and ice."
898          [(6) In IBC, Section 1608.1.2, a new section is added as follows: "1608.1.2 Utah Snow
899     Loads. The snow loads specified in Table 1608.1.2(b) shall be used for the jurisdictions
900     identified in that table. Otherwise, the ground snow load, Pg, to be used in the determination of
901     design snow loads for buildings and other structures shall be determined by using the following
902     formula: Pg = (Po2 + S2(A-Ao)2)0.5 for A greater than Ao, and Pg = Po for A less than or equal to
903     Ao.]
904     [WHERE:]
905     [Pg = Ground snow load at a given elevation (psf);]
906     [Po = Base ground snow load (psf) from Table No. 1608.1.2(a);]
907     [S = Change in ground snow load with elevation (psf/100 ft.) From Table No. 1608.1.2(a);]
908     [A = Elevation above sea level at the site (ft./1,000);]
909     [Ao = Base ground snow elevation from Table 1608.1.2(a) (ft./1,000).]
910     [The building official may round the roof snow load to the nearest 5 psf. The ground snow
911     load, Pg, may be adjusted by the building official when a licensed engineer or architect submits
912     data substantiating the adjustments.]
913     [Where the minimum roof live load in accordance with Section 1607.12 is greater than the
914     design roof snow load, such roof live load shall be used for design, however, it shall not be
915     reduced to a load lower than the design roof snow load. Drifting need not be considered for
916     roof snow loads less than 20 psf."]
917          (6) A new IBC, Section 1608.1.2, is added as follows: "1608.1.2 Thermal factor. The
918     value for the thermal factor, Ct, used in calculation of pf shall be determined from Table 7.3-2
919     in ASCE 7. Exception: Except for unheated structures, the value of Ct need not exceed 1.0
920     when ground snow load, pg, is calculated using Section 1608.2.1."
921          [(7) IBC, Table 1608.1.2(a) and Table 1608.1.2(b), are added as follows:]
922     
["TABLE NO. 1608.1.2(a)
923     
STATE OF UTAH - REGIONAL SNOW LOAD FACTORS
924      COUNTYPoSAo
925      Beaver43636.2
926      Box Elder43635.2
927      Cache50634.5
928      Carbon43635.2
929      Daggett43636.5
930      Davis43634.5
931      Duchesne43636.5
932      Emery43636.0
933      Garfield43636.0
934      Grand36636.5
935      Iron43635.8
936      Juab43635.2
937      Kane36635.7
938      Millard43635.3
939      Morgan57634.5
940      Piute43636.2
941      Rich57634.1
942      Salt Lake43634.5
943      San Juan43636.5
944      Sanpete43635.2
945      Sevier43636.0
946      Summit86635.0
947      Tooele 43634.5
948      Uintah43637.0
949      Utah43634.5
950      Wasatch86635.0
951      Washington 29636.0
952      Wayne36636.5
953      Weber43634.5
954     
TABLE NO. 1608.1.2(B)
955     
REQUIRED SNOW LOADS FOR SELECTED UTAH CITIES AND TOWNS1,2
956      The following jurisdictions require design snow load values that differ from the Equation in
the Utah Snow Load Study.
957      CountyCityElevationGround Snow
Load (psf)
Roof Snow
Load (psf) 6
958      CarbonPrice3]
[All other county locations5
5550]
[--
43]
[--
30]
[--
959      DavisFruit Heights34500 - 48505740
960      EmeryGreen River340703625
961      GarfieldPanguitch366004330
962      RichWoodruff3]
[Laketown4]
[Garden City5]
[Randolph4
6315]
[6000]
[--]
[6300
57]
[57]
[--]
[57
40]
[40]
[--]
[40
963      San JuanMonticello368205035
964      SummitCoalville3]
[Kamas4
5600]
[6500
86]
[114
60]
[80
965      TooeleTooele351004330
966      UtahOrem3]
[Pleasant Grove4]
[Provo5
4650]
[5000]
[--
43]
[43]
[--
30]
[30]
[--
967      WasatchHeber5------
968      WashingtonLeeds3]
[Santa Clara3]
[St. George3]
[All other county locations5
3460]

[2850]

[2750]

[--
29]
[21]
[21]
[--
20]
[15]
[15]
[--
969      WayneLoa3
7080
4330
970      1The IBC requires a minimum live load - See Section 1607.12.
971      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.
972      3Values adopted from Table VII of the Utah Snow Load Study.
973      4Values based on site-specific study. Contact local Building Official for additional
information.
974      5Contact local Building Official.
975      6Based on Ce =1.0, Ct =1.0 and Is =1.0"]
976          [(8) A new IBC, Section 1608.1.3, is added as follows: "1608.1.3 Thermal Factor. The
977     value for the thermal factor, Ct, used in calculation of Pf shall be determined from Table 7.3 in
978     ASCE 7.]
979     [Exception: Except for unheated structures, the value of Ct need not exceed 1.0 when ground
980     snow load, Pg is calculated using Section 1608.1.2 as amended."]
981          [(9) IBC, Section 1608.2, is deleted and replaced with the following: "1608.2 Ground
982     Snow Loads. The ground snow loads to be used in determining the design snow loads for roofs
983     in states other than Utah are given in Figure 1608.2 for the contiguous United States and Table
984     1608.2 for Alaska. Site-specific case studies shall be made in areas designated CS in figure
985     1608.2. Ground snow loads for sites at elevations above the limits indicated in Figure 1608.2
986     and for all sites within the CS areas shall be approved. Ground snow load determination for
987     such sites shall be based on an extreme value statistical analysis of data available in the vicinity
988     of the site using a value with a 2-percent annual probability of being exceeded (50-year mean
989     recurrence interval). Snow loads are zero for Hawaii, except in mountainous regions as
990     approved by the building official."]
991          (7) A new IBC, Section 1608.1.3 is added as follows: "1608.1.3 Drifts on adjacent
992     structures. Section 7.7.2 of ASCE 7 referenced in IBC, Section 1608.1, is deleted and replaced
993     with the following: 7.7.2 Adjacent structures. At lower adjacent structures, the requirements of
994     Section 7.7.1 shall be used to calculate windward and leeward drifts. The resulting drift is
995     permitted to be truncated."
996          (8) A new IBC, Section 1608.2.1 is added as follows: "1608.2.1 Utah ground snow

997     loads. Section 7.2 of ASCE 7 referenced in IBC, Section 1608.1 is modified as follows:
998          (a) In paragraph 1, 7.2-8 is deleted and replaced with 7.2-9.
999          (b) On Figure 7.2-1, remove CS and other ground snow load values in the state of
1000     Utah. Add red shaded region for the state of Utah with the following note: See note for Utah.
1001          (c) The following is added to the Note on Figure 7.2.1: See Table 7.2-9 for Utah.
1002          (d) Add Table 7-2.9 as follows:
1003     
TABLE 7.2-9
1004     
GROUND SNOW LOADS FOR SELECTED LOCATIONS IN UTAH
1005      City/Town     County
Ground Snow Load (lb/ft2)Elevation (ft)
1006      BeaverBeaver355886
1007      Brigham CityBox Elder424423
1008      Castle DaleEmery325669
1009      CoalvilleSummit575581
1010      DuchesneDuchesne395508
1011      FarmingtonDavis354318
1012      FillmoreMillard305138
1013      Heber CityWasatch605604
1014      JunctionPiute276030
1015      KanabKane254964
1016      LoaWayne377060
1017      LoganCache434531
1018      ManilaDaggett266368
1019      MantiSanpete375620
1020      MoabGrand214029
1021      MonticelloSan Juan677064
1022      MorganMorgan525062
1023      NephiJuab395131
1024      OgdenWeber374334
1025      PanguitchGarfield416630
1026      ParowanIron326007
1027      PriceCarbon315558
1028      ProvoUtah314541
1029      RandolphRich506286
1030      RichfieldSevier275338
1031      St. GeorgeWashington212585
1032      Salt Lake CitySalt Lake284239
1033      TooeleTooele355029
1034      VernalUintah395384
1035      Note: To convert lb/ft2 to kN/m2, multiply by 0.0479. To convert feet to meters, multiply by
0.3048.

1. Statutory requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction are not included in this state
ground snow load table.

2. For locations where there is substantial change in altitude over the city/town, the load
applies at and below the cited elevation, with a tolerance of 100 ft (30 m).

3. For other locations in Utah, see Bean, B., Maguire, M., Sun, Y. (2018), "The Utah Snow
Load Study," Utah State University Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty
Publications, Paper 3589, http://utahsnowload.usu.edu/, for ground snow load values.
1036          [(10)] (9) A new IBC, Section 1613.1.1, is added as follows: "1613.1.1 Effective
1037     Seismic Weight. In ASCE 12.7.2 and 12.14.8.1 [of Chapter 12 of ASCE 7] as referenced in
1038     Section 1613.1, Definition of W, Item 4 is deleted and replaced with the following:
1039     4. Where [the] flat roof snow load, Pf, exceeds 30 psf, the snow load included in the effective
1040     seismic [design] weight shall be calculated, in accordance with the following [formula]
1041     equation: Ws = (0.20 + 0.025(A-5))Pf [is greater than or equal to] >= 0.20 Pf.
1042     WHERE:
1043     Ws = Weight of snow to be included [in seismic calculations] as effective seismic weight
1044     A = Elevation above sea level at the location of the structure (ft./1,000)
1045     Pf = Design roof snow load, psf.
1046     For the purposes of this section, snow load shall be assumed uniform on the roof footprint
1047     without including the effects of drift or sliding. The Importance Factor, I, used in calculating Pf

1048     may be considered 1.0 for use in the formula for Ws."
1049          [(11) A new IBC, Section 1613.7, is added as follows: "1613.7 ASCE 7, Section
1050     13.5.6.2.2 paragraph (e) is modified to read as follows: (e) Penetrations shall have a sleeve or
1051     adapter through the ceiling tile to allow for free movement of at least 1 inch (25 mm) in all
1052     horizontal directions.]
1053     [Exceptions:]
1054     [1. Where rigid braces are used to limit lateral deflections.]
1055     [2. At fire sprinkler heads in frangible surfaces per NFPA 13."]
1056          Section 10. Section 15A-3-110 is amended to read:
1057          15A-3-110. Amendments to Chapters 23 through 25 of IBC.
1058          (1) A new IBC, Section 2306.1.5, is added as follows: "2306.1.5 Load duration factors.
1059     The allowable stress increase of 1.15 for snow load, shown in Table 2.3.2, Frequently Used
1060     Load Duration Factors, Cd, of the National Design Specifications, shall not be utilized at
1061     elevations above 5,000 feet (1,524 M)."
1062          [(2) In IBC, Section 2308.3.1, a new exception, 3, is added as follows: " 3. Where
1063     foundation plates or sills are bolted or anchored to the foundation with not less than 1/2 inch
1064     (12.7 mm) diameter steel bolts or approved anchors, embedded at least 7 inches (178 mm) into
1065     concrete or masonry and spaced not more than 32 inches (816 mm) apart, there shall be a
1066     minimum of two bolts or anchor straps per piece located not less than 4 inches (102 mm) from
1067     each end of each piece. A properly sized nut and washer shall be tightened on each bolt to the
1068     plate."]
1069          [(3) IBC, Section 2506.2.1, is deleted and replaced with the following: "2506.2.1 Other
1070     materials. Metal suspension systems for acoustical and lay-in panel ceilings shall conform with
1071     ASTM C635 listed in Chapter 35 and Section 13.5.6 of ASCE 7, as amended in Section
1072     1613.5, for installation in high seismic areas."]
1073          (2) In IBC, Section 2308.3.1, the words "6 feet (1829 mm)" and "4 feet (1219 mm)" are
1074     deleted and each replaced with the words "32 inches."
1075          Section 11. Section 15A-3-112 is amended to read:
1076          15A-3-112. Amendments to Chapters 29 through 31 of IBC.
1077          (1) In IBC [P] Table 2902.1 the following changes are made:
1078          [(a) The title for [P] Table 2902.1 is deleted and replaced with the following: "[P]

1079     Table 2902.1, Minimum Number of Required Plumbing Facilities a, h".]
1080          [(b)] (a) In the row for "E" occupancy in the field for "OTHER" a new footnote i is
1081     added.
1082          [(c)] (b) In the row for "I-4" occupancy in the field for "OTHER" a new footnote i is
1083     added.
1084          [(d)] (c) A new footnote h is added as follows: "FOOTNOTE: [h] g. When provided,
1085     subject to footnote [j] i, in public toilet facilities there shall be an equal number of diaper
1086     changing facilities in male toilet rooms and female toilet rooms."
1087          [(e)] (d) A new footnote [i] h is added to the table as follows: "FOOTNOTE [i] h:
1088     Non-residential child care facilities shall comply with additional sink requirements of Utah
1089     Administrative Code [R430-100-4], R381-60-9, Hourly Child Care Centers, R381-70-9, Out of
1090     School Time Child Care Programs, and R381-100-9, Child Care Centers."
1091          [(f)] (e) A new footnote [j] i is added to the table as follows: "FOOTNOTE [j] i: A
1092     building owned by a state government entity or by a political subdivision of the state that
1093     allows access to the public shall provide diaper changing facilities in accordance with footnote
1094     h if:
1095          1. the building is newly constructed; or
1096          2. a bathroom in the building is renovated."
1097          (f) Footnote f is deleted and replaced with the following: "FOOTNOTE f: The required
1098     number and type of plumbing fixtures for outdoor public swimming pools shall be in
1099     accordance with Utah Administrative Code, R392-302, Design, Construction and Operation of
1100     Public Pools."
1101          (2) A new IBC, Section [P]2902.7, is added as follows:
1102     "[P]2902.7 Toilet Facilities for Workers.
1103     Toilet facilities shall be provided for construction workers and such facilities shall be
1104     maintained in a sanitary condition. Construction worker toilet facilities of the nonsewer type
1105     shall conform to ANSI Z4.3."
1106          (3) In IBC, Section 3006.5, a new exception is added as follows: "Exception: Hydraulic
1107     elevators and roped hydraulic elevators with a rise of 50 feet or less."
1108          Section 12. Section 15A-3-113 is amended to read:
1109          15A-3-113. Amendments to Chapters 32 through 35 of IBC.

1110          [(1)] In IBC, Chapter 35, the referenced standard ICCA117.1-09, Section 606.2,
1111     Exception 1 is modified to include the following sentence at the end of the exception:
1112          "The minimum clear floor space shall be centered on the sink assembly."
1113          [(2) The following referenced standard is added under UL in IBC, Chapter 35:]
1114      ["NumberTitleReferenced in code section
number]
1115      [2034-2008
]
[Standard of Single- and
Multiple-station Carbon Monoxide
Alarms
]
[907.9"]

1116          Section 13. Section 15A-3-202 is amended to read:
1117          15A-3-202. Amendments to Chapters 1 through 5 of IRC.
1118          (1) In IRC, Section R102, a new Section R102.7.2 is added as follows: "R102.7.2
1119     Physical change for bedroom window egress. A structure whose egress window in an existing
1120     bedroom is smaller than required by this code, and that complied with the construction code in
1121     effect at the time that the bedroom was finished, is not required to undergo a physical change to
1122     conform to this code if the change would compromise the structural integrity of the structure or
1123     could not be completed in accordance with other applicable requirements of this code,
1124     including setback and window well requirements."
1125          (2) In IRC, Section 109:
1126          (a) A new IRC, Section 109.1.5, is added as follows: "R109.1.5 Weather-resistant
1127     exterior wall envelope inspections. An inspection shall be made of the weather-resistant
1128     exterior wall envelope as required by Section R703.1 and flashings as required by Section
1129     R703.8 to prevent water from entering the weather-resistive barrier."
1130          (b) The remaining sections are renumbered as follows: R109.1.6 Other inspections;
1131     R109.1.6.1 Fire- and smoke-resistance-rated construction inspection; R109.1.6.2 Reinforced
1132     masonry, insulating concrete form (ICF) and conventionally formed concrete wall inspection;
1133     and R109.1.7 Final inspection.
1134          (3) IRC, Section R114.1, is deleted and replaced with the following: "R114.1 Notice to
1135     owner. Upon notice from the building official that work on any building or structure is being
1136     prosecuted contrary to the provisions of this code or other pertinent laws or ordinances or in an

1137     unsafe and dangerous manner, such work shall be immediately stopped. The stop work order
1138     shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of the property involved, or to the owner's
1139     agent or to the person doing the work; and shall state the conditions under which work will be
1140     permitted to resume."
1141          (4) In IRC, Section R202, the following definition is added: "CERTIFIED
1142     BACKFLOW PREVENTER ASSEMBLY TESTER: A person who has shown competence to
1143     test Backflow prevention assemblies to the satisfaction of the authority having jurisdiction
1144     under Utah Code, Subsection 19-4-104(4)."
1145          [(5) In IRC, Section R202, the definition for "CONDITIONED SPACE" is modified by
1146     deleting the words at the end of the sentence "being heated or cooled by any equipment or
1147     appliance" and replacing them with the following: "enclosed within the building thermal
1148     envelope that is directly heated or cooled, or indirectly heated or cooled by any of the following
1149     means:]
1150     [1. Openings directly into an adjacent conditioned space.]
1151     [2. An un-insulated floor, ceiling or wall adjacent to a conditioned space.]
1152     [3. Un-insulated duct, piping or other heat or cooling source within the space."]
1153          [(6)] (5) In IRC, Section R202, the definition of "Cross Connection" is deleted and
1154     replaced with the following: "CROSS CONNECTION. Any physical connection or potential
1155     connection or arrangement between two otherwise separate piping systems, one of which
1156     contains potable water and the other either water of unknown or questionable safety or steam,
1157     gas, or chemical, whereby there exists the possibility for flow from one system to the other,
1158     with the direction of flow depending on the pressure differential between the two systems (see
1159     "Backflow, Water Distribution")."
1160          [(7)] (6) In IRC, Section 202, in the definition for gray water a comma is inserted after
1161     the word "washers"; the word "and" is deleted; and the following is added to the end: "and
1162     clear water wastes which have a pH of 6.0 to 9.0; are non-flammable; non-combustible;
1163     without objectionable odors; non-highly pigmented; and will not interfere with the operation of
1164     the sewer treatment facility."
1165          [(8)] (7) In IRC, Section R202, the definition of "Potable Water" is deleted and
1166     replaced with the following: "POTABLE WATER. Water free from impurities present in
1167     amounts sufficient to cause disease or harmful physiological effects and conforming to the

1168     Utah Code, Title 19, Chapter 4, Safe Drinking Water Act, and Title 19, Chapter 5, Water
1169     Quality Act, and the regulations of the public health authority having jurisdiction."
1170          [(9)] (8) IRC, Figure R301.2(5), is deleted and replaced with [Table R301.2(5a) and
1171     Table R301.2(5b)] R301.2(5) as follows:
1172     
["TABLE NO. R301.2(5a)]
1173     
[STATE OF UTAH - REGIONAL SNOW LOAD FACTORS]
1174      [COUNTY][Po][S][Ao]
1175      [Beaver][43][63][6.2]
1176      [Box Elder][43][63][5.2]
1177      [Cache][50][63][4.5]
1178      [Carbon][43][63][5.2]
1179      [Daggett][43][63][6.5]
1180      [Davis][43][63][4.5]
1181      [Duchesne][43][63][6.5]
1182      [Emery][43][63][6.0]
1183      [Garfield][43][63][6.0]
1184      [Grand][36][63][6.5]
1185      [Iron][43][63][5.8]
1186      [Juab][43][63][5.2]
1187      [Kane][36][63][5.7]
1188      [Millard][43][63][5.3]
1189      [Morgan][57][63][4.5]
1190      [Piute][43][63][6.2]
1191      [Rich][57][63][4.1]
1192      [Salt Lake][43][63][4.5]
1193      [San Juan][43][63][6.5]
1194      [Sanpete][43][63][5.2]
1195      [Sevier][43][63][6.0]
1196      [Summit][86][63][5.0]
1197      [Tooele][43][63][4.5]
1198      [Uintah][43][63][7.0]
1199      [Utah][43][63][4.5]
1200      [Wasatch][86][63][5.0]
1201      [Washington][29][63][6.0]
1202      [Wayne][36][63][6.5]
1203      [Weber][43][63][4.5]
1204     
[TABLE NO. R301.2(5b)]
1205      [
REQUIRED SNOW LOADS FOR SELECTED UTAH CITIES AND TOWNS1,2]
1206      [The following jurisdictions require design snow load values that differ from the Equation
in the Utah Snow Load Study.
]
1207      [County][City][Elevation][Ground
Snow
Load
(psf)
]
[Roof Snow
Load (psf)
6
]
1208      [Carbon][Price3
All other county
locations5
]
[5550
--
]
[43
--
]
[30
--
]
1209      [Davis][Fruit Heights3][4500 - 4850][57][40]
1210      [Emery][Green River3][4070][36][25]
1211      [Garfield][Panguitch3][6600][43][30]
1212      [Rich][Woodruff3
Laketown4
Garden City5
Randolph4
]
[6315
6000
--
6300
]
[57
57
--
57
]
[40
40
--
40
]
1213      [San Juan][Monticello3][6820][50][35]
1214      [Summit][Coalville3
Kamas4
]
[5600
6500
]
[86
114
]
[60
80
]
1215      [Tooele][Tooele3][5100][43][30]
1216      [Utah][Orem3
Pleasant Grove4
Provo5
]
[4650
5000
--
]
[43
43
--
]
[30
30
--
]
1217      [Wasatch][Heber5][--][--][--]
1218      [Washingto
n
]
[Leeds3
Santa Clara3
St. George3
All other county
locations5
]
[3460

2850

2750

--]
[29
21
21
--
]
[20
15
15
--
]
1219      [Wayne][Loa3]
[7080]
[43][30]
1220      [1The IRC requires a minimum live load -- See R301.6.]
1221      [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.
]
1222      [3Values adopted from Table VII of the Utah Snow Load Study]
1223      [4Values based on site-specific study. Contact local Building Official for additional
information.
]
1224      [5Contact local Building Official.]
1225      [6Based on Ce =1.0, Ct =1.0 and Is =1.0"]
1226     
"TABLE R301.2(5)
1227     
GROUND SNOW LOADS FOR SELECTED LOCATIONS IN UTAH
1228      City/Town     County
Ground Snow Load (lb/ft2)Elevation (ft)
1229      BeaverBeaver355886
1230      Brigham CityBox Elder424423
1231      Castle DaleEmery325669
1232      CoalvilleSummit575581
1233      DuchesneDuchesne395508
1234      FarmingtonDavis354318
1235      FillmoreMillard305138
1236      Heber CityWasatch605604
1237      JunctionPiute276030
1238      KanabKane254964
1239      LoaWayne377060
1240      LoganCache434531
1241      ManilaDaggett266368
1242      MantiSanpete375620
1243      MoabGrand214029
1244      MonticelloSan Juan677064
1245      MorganMorgan525062
1246      NephiJuab395131
1247      OgdenWeber374334
1248      PanguitchGarfield416630
1249      ParowanIron326007
1250      PriceCarbon315558
1251      ProvoUtah314541
1252      RandolphRich506286
1253      RichfieldSevier275338
1254      St. GeorgeWashington212585
1255      Salt Lake CitySalt Lake284239
1256      TooeleTooele355029
1257      VernalUintah395384
1258      Note: To convert lb/ft2 to kN/m2, multiply by 0.0479. To convert feet to meters, multiply by
0.3048.

1. Statutory requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction are not included in this state
ground snow load table.

2. For locations where there is substantial change in altitude over the city/town, the load
applies at and below the cited elevation, with a tolerance of 100 ft (30 m).

3. For other locations in Utah, see Bean, B., Maguire, M., Sun, Y. (2018), "The Utah Snow
Load Study," Utah State University Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty
Publications, Paper 3589, http://utahsnowload.usu.edu/, for ground snow load values.
1259          [(10)] (9) IRC, Section R301.6, is deleted and replaced with the following: "R301.6
1260     Utah Snow Loads. The snow loads specified in Table R301.2(5b) shall be used for the
1261     jurisdictions identified in that table. Otherwise, [the ground snow load, Pg, to be used in the
1262     determination of design snow loads for buildings and other structures shall be determined by
1263     using the following formula: Pg = (Po2 + S2(A-Ao)2)0.5 for A greater than Ao, and Pg = Po
1264     for A less than or equal to Ao.] for other locations in Utah, see Bean, B., Maguire, M., Sun, Y.
1265     (2018), "The Utah Snow Load Study," Utah State University Civil and Environmental
1266     Engineering Faculty Publications, Paper 3589, http://utahsnowload.usu.edu/, for ground snow
1267     load values.
1268     [WHERE:
1269     Pg = Ground snow load at a given elevation (psf);
1270     Po = Base ground snow load (psf) from Table No. R301.2(5a);
1271     S = Change in ground snow load with elevation (psf/100 ft.) From Table No. R301.2(5a);
1272     A = Elevation above sea level at the site (ft./1,000);
1273     Ao = Base ground snow elevation from Table R301.2(5a) (ft./1,000).
1274     The building official may round the roof snow load to the nearest 5 psf. The ground snow
1275     load, Pg, may be adjusted by the building official when a licensed engineer or architect submits
1276     data substantiating the adjustments.
1277     Where the minimum roof live load in accordance with Table R301.6 is greater than the design
1278     roof snow load, such roof live load shall be used for design, however, it shall not be reduced to
1279     a load lower than the design roof snow load. Drifting need not be considered for roof snow
1280     loads less than 20 psf."]

1281          (10) In IRC, Section R302.2, the following sentence is added after the second sentence:
1282     "When an access/maintenance agreement or easement is in place, plumbing, mechanical
1283     ducting, schedule 40 steel gas pipe, and electric service conductors including feeders, are
1284     permitted to penetrate the common wall at grade, above grade, or below grade."
1285          (11) In IRC, Section R302.5.1, the words "self-closing device" are deleted and replaced
1286     with "self-latching hardware["]."
1287          (12) IRC, Section R302.13, is deleted.
1288          (13) In IRC, Section R303.4, the number "5" is changed to "3" in the first sentence.
1289          (14) IRC, Sections R311.7.4 through R311.7.5.3, are deleted and replaced with the
1290     following: "R311.7.4 Stair treads and risers. R311.7.5.1 Riser height. The maximum riser
1291     height shall be 8 inches (203 mm). The riser shall be measured vertically between leading
1292     edges of the adjacent treads. The greatest riser height within any flight of stairs shall not
1293     exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm).
1294     R311.7.5.2 Tread depth. The minimum tread depth shall be 9 inches (228 mm). The tread
1295     depth shall be measured horizontally between the vertical planes of the foremost projection of
1296     adjacent treads and at a right angle to the tread's leading edge. The greatest tread depth within
1297     any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm). Winder
1298     treads shall have a minimum tread depth of 10 inches (254 mm) measured as above at a point
1299     12 inches (305 mm) from the side where the treads are narrower. Winder treads shall have a
1300     minimum tread depth of 6 inches (152 mm) at any point. Within any flight of stairs, the
1301     greatest winder tread depth at the 12-inch (305 mm) walk line shall not exceed the smallest by
1302     more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm).
1303     R311.7.5.3 Profile. The radius of curvature at the leading edge of the tread shall be no greater
1304     than 9/16 inch (14.3 mm). A nosing not less than 3/4 inch (19 mm) but not more than 1 1/4
1305     inches (32 mm) shall be provided on stairways with solid risers. The greatest nosing projection
1306     shall not exceed the smallest nosing projection by more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) between two
1307     stories, including the nosing at the level of floors and landings. Beveling of nosing shall not
1308     exceed 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). Risers shall be vertical or sloped from the underside of the leading
1309     edge of the tread above at an angle not more than 30 degrees (0.51 rad) from the vertical. Open
1310     risers are permitted, provided that the opening between treads does not permit the passage of a
1311     4-inch diameter (102 mm) sphere.

1312     Exceptions.
1313     1. A nosing is not required where the tread depth is a minimum of 10 inches (254 mm).
1314     2. The opening between adjacent treads is not limited on stairs with a total rise of 30 inches
1315     (762 mm) or less."
1316          (15) IRC, Section R312.2, is deleted.
1317          (16) IRC, Sections R313.1 through R313.2.1, are deleted and replaced with the
1318     following: "R313.1 Design and installation. When installed, automatic residential fire
1319     sprinkler systems for townhouses or one- and two-family dwellings shall be designed and
1320     installed in accordance with Section P2904 or NFPA 13D."
1321          (17) In IRC, Section 315.3, the following words are added to the first sentence after the
1322     word "installed": "on each level of the dwelling unit and["]."
1323          (18) In IRC, Section R315.5, a new exception, 3, is added as follows:
1324     "3. Hard wiring of carbon monoxide alarms in existing areas shall not be required where the
1325     alterations or repairs do not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing
1326     the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space or basement available which could provide
1327     access for hard wiring, without the removal of interior finishes."
1328          (19) A new IRC, Section R315.7, is added as follows: " R315.7 Interconnection.
1329     Where more than one carbon monoxide alarm is required to be installed within an individual
1330     dwelling unit in accordance with Section R315.1, the alarm devices shall be interconnected in
1331     such a manner that the actuation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms in the individual
1332     unit. Physical interconnection of smoke alarms shall not be required where listed wireless
1333     alarms are installed and all alarms sound upon activation of one alarm.
1334     Exception: Interconnection of carbon monoxide alarms in existing areas shall not be required
1335     where alterations or repairs do not result in removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing
1336     the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space or basement available which could provide
1337     access for interconnection without the removal of interior finishes."
1338          (20) In IRC, Section R403.1.6, a new Exception 3 is added as follows: " 3. When
1339     anchor bolt spacing does not exceed 32 inches (813 mm) apart, anchor bolts may be placed
1340     with a minimum of two bolts per plate section located not less than 4 inches (102 mm) from
1341     each end of each plate section at interior bearing walls, interior braced wall lines, and at all
1342     exterior walls."

1343          (21) In IRC, Section R403.1.6.1, a new exception is added at the end of Item 2 and
1344     Item 3 as follows: "Exception: When anchor bolt spacing does not exceed 32 inches (816 mm)
1345     apart, anchor bolts may be placed with a minimum of two bolts per plate section located not
1346     less than 4 inches (102 mm) from each end of each plate section at interior bearing walls,
1347     interior braced wall lines, and at all exterior walls."
1348          (22) In IRC, Section R404.1, a new exception is added as follows: "Exception: As an
1349     alternative to complying with Sections R404.1 through R404.1.5.3, concrete and masonry
1350     foundation walls may be designed in accordance with IBC Sections 1807.1.5 and 1807.1.6 as
1351     amended in Section 1807.1.6.4 and Table 1807.1.6.4 under these rules."
1352          (23) In IRC, Section R405.1, a new exception is added as follows: "Exception: When a
1353     geotechnical report has been provided for the property, a drainage system is not required unless
1354     the drainage system is required as a condition of the geotechnical report. The geological report
1355     shall make a recommendation regarding a drainage system."
1356          Section 14. Section 15A-3-203 is amended to read:
1357          15A-3-203. Amendments to Chapters 6 through 15 of IRC.
1358          (1) In IRC, Section N1101.5 (R103.2), all words after the words "herein governed." are
1359     deleted and replaced with the following: "Construction documents include all documentation
1360     required to be submitted in order to issue a building permit."
1361          (2) In IRC, Section N1101.12 (R303.3), all wording after the first sentence is deleted.
1362          (3) In IRC, Section N1101.13 (R401.2), add Exception as follows:
1363          "Exception: A project complies if the project demonstrates compliance, using the
1364     software RESCheck 2012 Utah Energy Conservation Code, of:
1365          (a) on or after January 1, 2017, and before January 1, 2019, "3 percent better than
1366     code";
1367          (b) on or after January 1, 2019, and before January 1, 2021, "4 percent better than
1368     code"; and
1369          (c) after January 1, 2021, "5 percent better than code.""[.]
1370          (4) In IRC, Table N1102.2 (R402.1.2), in the column titled MASS WALL R-VALUE,
1371     a new footnote j is added as follows:
1372     "j. Log walls complying with ICC400 and with a minimum average wall thickness of 5 inches
1373     or greater shall be permitted in Zones 5 through 8 when overall window glazing has a .31

1374     U-factor or lower, minimum heating equipment efficiency is 90 AFUE (gas) or 84 AFUE (oil),
1375     and all other component requirements are met."
1376          (5) In IRC, Section N1102.4.1 (R402.4.1), in the first sentence, the word "and" is
1377     deleted and replaced with the word "or["]."
1378          (6) In IRC, Section N1102.4.1.1 (R402.4.1.1), the last sentence is deleted and replaced
1379     with the following: "Where allowed by the code official, the builder may certify compliance to
1380     components criteria for items which may not be inspected during regularly scheduled
1381     inspections."
1382          (7) In IRC, Section N1102.4.1.2 (R402.4.1.2), the following changes are made:
1383          (a) In the first sentence:
1384          (i) "The building or dwelling unit" is deleted and replaced with "A single-family
1385     dwelling";
1386          [(i)] (ii) [on or] after January 1, 2019, [and before January 1, 2021,] replace the word
1387     "five" with "3.5"; and
1388          [(ii) after January 1, 2021, replace the word "five" with "three."]
1389          [(b) In the first sentence,]
1390          (iii) the words "in Climate Zones 1 and 2, and three air changes per hour in Climate
1391     Zones 3 through 8" are deleted.
1392          (b) The following sentence is inserted after the first sentence: "A multi-family dwelling
1393     and townhouse shall be tested and verified as having an air leakage rate of not exceeding five
1394     air changes per hour."
1395          (c) In the third sentence, the word "third" is deleted.
1396          (d) The following sentence is inserted after the third sentence: "The following parties
1397     shall be approved to conduct testing: Parties certified by BPI or RESNET, or licensed
1398     contractors who have completed training provided by Blower Door Test equipment
1399     manufacturers or other comparable training."
1400          (8) In IRC, Section N1103.3.3 (R403.3.3):
1401          (a) the exception for duct air leakage testing is deleted; and
1402          (b) the exception for duct air leakage is replaced:
1403          (i) on or after January 1, 2017, and before January 1, 2019, with the following:
1404     "Exception: The duct air leakage test is not required for systems with all air handlers and at

1405     least 65% of all ducts (measured by length) located entirely within the building thermal
1406     envelope.";
1407          (ii) on or after January 1, 2019, and before January 1, 2021, with the following:
1408     "Exception: The duct air leakage test is not required for systems with all air handlers and at
1409     least 75% of all ducts (measured by length) located entirely within the building thermal
1410     envelope."; and
1411          (iii) on or after January 1, 2021, with the following: "Exception: The duct air leakage
1412     test is not required for systems with all air handlers and at least 80% of all ducts (measured by
1413     length) located entirely within the building thermal envelope."
1414          (9) In IRC, Section N1103.3.3 (R403.3.3), the following is added after the exception:
1415     "The following parties shall be approved to conduct testing: Parties certified by BPI or
1416     RESNET, or licensed contractors who have completed either training provided by Duct Test
1417     equipment manufacturers or other comparable training."
1418          (10) In IRC, Section N1103.3.4 (R403.3.4):
1419          (a) in Subsection 1, the number 4 is changed to 8, the number 113.3 is changed to 170,
1420     the number 3 is changed to 6, the number 85 is changed to 114.6; and
1421          (b) in Subsection 2:
1422          (i) on or after January 1, 2017, and before January 1, 2019, the number 4 is changed to
1423     8 and the number 113.3 is changed to 226.5;
1424          (ii) on or after January 1, 2019, and before January 1, 2021, the number 4 is changed to
1425     7 and the number 113.3 is changed to 198.2; and
1426          (iii) on or after January 1, 2021, the number 4 is changed to 6 and the number 113.3 is
1427     changed to 169.9.
1428          (11) In IRC, Section N1103.3.5 (R403.3.5), the words "or plenums" are deleted.
1429          (12) In IRC, Section N1103.5.3 (R403.5.3), Subsection 5 is deleted and Subsections 6
1430     and 7 are renumbered.
1431          (13) IRC, Section N1103.6.1 (R403.6.1), is deleted and replaced with the following:
1432     "N1103.6.1 (R403.6.1) Whole-house mechanical ventilation system fan efficacy. Fans used to
1433     provide whole-house mechanical ventilation shall meet the efficacy requirements of Table
1434     N1103.6.1 (R403.6.1).
1435          Exception: Where an air handler that is integral to tested and listed HVAC equipment is

1436     used to provide whole-house mechanical ventilation, the air handler shall be powered by an
1437     electronically commutated motor."
1438          (14) In IRC, Section N1103.6.1 (R403.6.1), the table is deleted and replaced with the
1439     following:
1440     TABLE N1103.6.1 (R403.6.1)
1441     MECHANICAL VENTILATION SYSTEM FAN EFFICACY
1442     
FAN LOCATION
AIR FLOW RATE

MINIMUM (CFM)
MINIMUM
EFFICACY
(CFM/WATT)
AIR FLOW RATE

MAXIMUM (CFM)
1443     
HRV or ERV
Any
1.2 cfm/watt
Any
1444     
Range hoods
Any
2.8 cfm/watt
Any
1445     
In-line fan
Any
2.8 cfm/watt
Any
1446     
Bathroom, utility room
10
1.4 cfm/watt
<90
1447     
Bathroom, utility room
90
2.8 cfm/watt
Any
1448          [(13)] (15) In IRC, Section N1106.4 (R406.4), the table is deleted and replaced with
1449     the following:
1450     TABLE N1106.4 (R406.4)
1451     MAXIMUM ENERGY RATING INDEX
1452     
CLIMATE ZONE
ENERGY RATING INDEX
1453     
3
65
1454     
5
69
1455     
6
68
1456          [(14)] (16) In IRC, Section M1307.2, the words "In Seismic Design Categories D0, D1,
1457     and D2, and in townhouses in Seismic Design Category C", are deleted, and in Subparagraph 1,
1458     the last sentence is deleted.
1459          [(15)] (17) IRC, Section M1411.8, is deleted.
1460          Section 15. Section 15A-3-205 is amended to read:
1461          15A-3-205. Amendments to Chapters 26 through 35 of IRC.
1462          (1) A new IRC, Section P2602.3, is added as follows: "P2602.3 Individual water
1463     supply. Where a potable public water supply is not available, individual sources of potable

1464     water supply shall be utilized, provided that the source has been developed in accordance with
1465     Utah Code, Sections 73-3-1 and 73-3-25, as administered by the Department of Natural
1466     Resources, Division of Water Rights. In addition, the quality of the water shall be approved by
1467     the local health department having jurisdiction."
1468          (2) A new IRC, Section P2602.4, is added as follows: "P2602.4 Sewer required. Every
1469     building in which plumbing fixtures are installed and all premises having drainage piping shall
1470     be connected to a public sewer where the sewer is accessible and is within 300 feet of the
1471     property line in accordance with Utah Code, Section 10-8-38; or an approved private sewage
1472     disposal system in accordance with Utah Administrative Code, Chapter 4, Rule R317, as
1473     administered by the Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Water Quality."
1474          (3) In IRC, Section P2705, Item 5, the words "lavatory" and "lavatories" are deleted.
1475          (4) In IRC, Section P2705, a new Item 6 is added as follows: "6. Lavatories. A lavatory
1476     shall not be set closer than 12 inches from its center to any side wall or partition. A lavatory
1477     shall be provided with a clearance of 24 inches in width and 21 inches in depth in front of the
1478     lavatory to any side wall, partition, or obstruction." Remaining item numbers are renumbered
1479     accordingly.
1480          [(3)] (5) In IRC, Section P2801.8, all words in the first sentence up to the word "water"
1481     are deleted.
1482          [(4)] (6) A new IRC, Section P2902.1.1, is added as follows: "P2902.1.1 Backflow
1483     assembly testing. The premise owner or the premise owner's designee shall have backflow
1484     prevention assemblies operation tested in accordance with administrative rules made by the
1485     Drinking Water Board at the time of installation, repair, and relocation and at least on an
1486     annual basis thereafter, or more frequently as required by the authority having jurisdiction.
1487     Testing shall be performed by a Certified Backflow Preventer Assembly Tester. The
1488     assemblies that are subject to this paragraph are the Spill Resistant Vacuum Breaker, the
1489     Pressure Vacuum Breaker Assembly, the Double Check Backflow Prevention Assembly, the
1490     Double Check Detector Assembly Backflow Preventer, the Reduced Pressure Principle
1491     Backflow Preventer, and Reduced Pressure Detector Assembly. Third-party certification for
1492     backflow prevention assemblies will consist of any combination of two certifications,
1493     laboratory or field. Acceptable third-party laboratory certifying agencies are ASSE, IAPMO,
1494     and USC-FCCCHR. USC-FCCCHR currently provides the only field testing of backflow

1495     protection assemblies. Also see www.drinkingwater.utah.gov and rules made by the Drinking
1496     Water Board."
1497          [(5)] (7) In IRC, Section P2902.1, the following subsections are added as follows:
1498          "P2902.1.1 General Installation Criteria.
1499          Assemblies shall not be installed more than five feet above the floor unless a permanent
1500     platform is installed. The assembly owner, where necessary, shall provide devices or structures
1501     to facilitate testing, repair, and maintenance, and to insure the safety of the backflow
1502     technician.
1503          P2902.1.2 Specific Installation Criteria.
1504          P2902.1.2.1 Reduced Pressure Principle Blackflow Prevention Assembly.
1505          The reduced pressure principle backflow prevention assembly shall be installed as
1506     follows:
1507     a. The assembly may not be installed in a pit.
1508     b. The relief valve of the assembly shall not be directly connected to a waste disposal line,
1509     including a sanitary sewer, a storm drain, or a vent.
1510     c. The assembly shall be installed in a horizontal position only, unless listed or approved for
1511     vertical installation in accordance with Section 303.4.
1512     d. The bottom of the assembly shall be installed a minimum of 12 inches above the floor or
1513     ground.
1514     e. The body of the assembly shall be a minimum of 12 inches from any wall, ceiling, or
1515     obstacle, and shall be readily accessible for testing, repair, and maintenance.
1516     P2902.1.2.2 Double Check Valve Backflow Prevention Assembly.
1517     A double check valve backflow prevention assembly shall be installed as follows:
1518     a. The assembly shall be installed in a horizontal position only, unless listed or approved for
1519     vertical installation.
1520     b. The bottom of the assembly shall be a minimum of 12 inches above the ground or floor.
1521     c. The body of the assembly shall be a minimum of 12 inches from any wall, ceiling, or
1522     obstacle, and shall be readily accessible for testing, repair, and maintenance.
1523     d. If installed in a pit, the assembly shall be installed with a minimum of 12 inches of clearance
1524     between all sides of the vault, including the floor and roof or ceiling, with adequate room for
1525     testing and maintenance.

1526     P2902.1.2.3 Pressure Vacuum Break Assembly and Spill Resistant Pressure Vacuum Breaker
1527     Assembly.
1528     A pressure vacuum break assembly or a spill resistant pressure vacuum breaker assembly shall
1529     be installed as follows:
1530     a. The assembly shall not be installed in an area that could be subject to backpressure or back
1531     drainage conditions.
1532     b. The assembly shall be installed a minimum of 12 inches above all downstream piping and
1533     the highest point of use.
1534     c. The assembly shall be a minimum of 12 inches from any wall, ceiling, or obstacle, and shall
1535     be readily accessible for testing, repair, and maintenance.
1536     d. The assembly shall not be installed below ground, in a vault, or in a pit.
1537     e. The assembly shall be installed in a vertical position."
1538          (8) In IRC, Section 2903.5, at the beginning of the second sentence, insert "If
1539     installed,".
1540          [(6)] (9) In IRC, Section P2903.9.3, the first sentence is deleted and replaced with the
1541     following: "Unless the plumbing appliance or plumbing fixture has a wall-mount valve, shutoff
1542     valves shall be required on each fixture supply pipe to each plumbing appliance and to each
1543     plumbing fixture other than bathtubs and showers."
1544          [(7)] (10) IRC, Section P2910.5, is deleted and replaced with the following:
1545     "P2910.5 Potable water connections.
1546     When a potable water system is connected to a nonpotable water system, the potable water
1547     system shall be protected against backflow by a reduced pressure backflow prevention
1548     assembly or an air gap installed in accordance with Section 2901."
1549          [(8)] (11) IRC, Section P2910.9.5, is deleted and replaced with the following:
1550     "P2910.9.5 Makeup water.
1551     Where an uninterrupted nonpotable water supply is required for the intended application,
1552     potable or reclaimed water shall be provided as a source of makeup water for the storage tank.
1553     The makeup water supply shall be protected against backflow by means of an air gap not less
1554     than 4 inches (102 millimeters) above the overflow or by a reduced pressure backflow
1555     prevention assembly installed in accordance with Section 2902."
1556          [(9)] (12) In IRC, Section P2911.12.4, the following words are deleted: "and backwater

1557     valves["]."
1558          [(10)] (13) In IRC, Section P2912.15.6, the following words are deleted: "and
1559     backwater valves["]."
1560          [(11)] (14) In IRC, Section P2913.4.2, the following words are deleted: "and backwater
1561     valves["]."
1562          [(12)] (15) IRC, Section P3009, is deleted and replaced with the following:
1563     "P3009 Connected to nonpotable water from on-site water reuse systems.
1564     Nonpotable systems utilized for subsurface irrigation for single-family residences shall comply
1565     with the requirements of R317-401, UAC, [Gray Water] Graywater Systems."
1566          [(13)] (16) In IRC, Section P3103.6, the following sentence is added at the end of the
1567     paragraph: "Vents extending through the wall shall terminate not less than 12 inches from the
1568     wall with an elbow pointing downward."
1569          [(14)] (17) In IRC, Section P3104.4, the following sentence is added at the end of the
1570     paragraph: "Horizontal dry vents below the flood level rim shall be permitted for floor drain
1571     and floor sink installations when installed below grade in accordance with Chapter 30, and
1572     Sections P3104.2 and P3104.3. A wall cleanout shall be provided in the vertical vent."
1573          Section 16. Section 15A-3-302 is amended to read:
1574          15A-3-302. Amendments to Chapters 1 and 2 of IPC.
1575          [(1) A new IPC, Section 101.2.1, is added as follows: "For clarification, the
1576     International Private Sewage Disposal Code is not part of the plumbing code even though it is
1577     in the same printed volume."]
1578          [(2)] (1) In IPC, Section 202, the definition for "Backflow Backpressure, Low Head" is
1579     deleted.
1580          [(3)] (2) In IPC, Section 202, the following definition is added: "Certified Backflow
1581     Preventer Assembly Tester. A person who has shown competence to test Backflow prevention
1582     assemblies to the satisfaction of the authority having jurisdiction under Utah Code, Subsection
1583     19-4-104(4)."
1584          [(4)] (3) In IPC, Section 202, the following definition is added: "Contamination (High
1585     Hazard). An impairment of the quality of the potable water that creates an actual hazard to the
1586     public health through poisoning or through the spread of disease by sewage, industrial fluids or
1587     waste."

1588          [(5)] (4) In IPC, Section 202, the definition for "Cross Connection" is deleted and
1589     replaced with the following: "Cross Connection. Any physical connection or potential
1590     connection or arrangement between two otherwise separate piping systems, one of which
1591     contains potable water and the other either water of unknown or questionable safety or steam,
1592     gas, or chemical, whereby there exists the possibility for flow from one system to the other,
1593     with the direction of flow depending on the pressure differential between the two systems (see
1594     "Backflow")."
1595          [(6)] (5) In IPC, Section 202, the following definition is added: "Deep Seal Trap. A
1596     manufactured or field fabricated trap with a liquid seal of 4" or larger."
1597          [(7)] (6) In IPC, Section 202, the definition for "Essentially Nontoxic Transfer Fluid" is
1598     deleted and replaced with the following:
1599     "ESSENTIALLY NONTOXIC TRANSFER FLUID. Fluids having a Gosselin rating of 1,
1600     including propylene glycol; and mineral oil."
1601          [(8)] (7) In IPC, Section 202, the definition for "Essentially Toxic Transfer Fluid" is
1602     deleted and replaced with the following:
1603     "ESSENTIALLY TOXIC TRANSFER FLUID. Soil, waste, or gray water; and any fluid that is
1604     not an essentially nontoxic transfer fluid under this code."
1605          [(9)] (8) In IPC, Section 202, the following definition is added: "High Hazard. See
1606     Contamination."
1607          [(10)] (9) In IPC, Section 202, the following definition is added: "Low Hazard. See
1608     Pollution."
1609          [(11)] (10) In IPC, Section 202, the following definition is added: "Motor Vehicle
1610     Waste Disposal Well. An injection well that discharges to the subsurface by way of a floor
1611     drain, septic system, French drain, dry well, or similar system that receives or has received
1612     fluid from a facility engaged in vehicular repair or maintenance activities, including an auto
1613     body repair shop, automotive repair shop, new and used car dealership, speciality repair shop,
1614     or any other facility that does any vehicular repair work. A motor vehicle waste disposal well is
1615     subject to rulemaking under Section 19-5-104 regarding underground injection."
1616          [(12)] (11) In IPC, Section 202, the following definition is added: "Pollution (Low
1617     Hazard). An impairment of the quality of the potable water to a degree that does not create a
1618     hazard to the public health but that does adversely and unreasonably affect the aesthetic

1619     qualities of such potable water for domestic use."
1620          [(13)] (12) In IPC, Section 202, the definition for "Potable Water" is deleted and
1621     replaced with the following: "Potable Water. Water free from impurities present in amounts
1622     sufficient to cause disease or harmful physiological effects and conforming to the Utah Code,
1623     Title 19, Chapter 4, Safe Drinking Water Act, and Title 19, Chapter 5, Water Quality Act, and
1624     the regulations of the public health authority having jurisdiction."
1625          Section 17. Section 15A-3-303 is amended to read:
1626          15A-3-303. Amendments to Chapter 3 of IPC.
1627          (1) In IPC, Section 303.4, the following exception is added:
1628     "Exception: Third-party certification for backflow prevention assemblies will consist of any
1629     combination of two certifications, laboratory or field. Acceptable third party laboratory
1630     certifying agencies are ASSE, IAPMO, and USC-FCCCHR. USC-FCCCHR currently
1631     provides the only field testing of backflow protection assemblies. Also see
1632     www.drinkingwater.utah.gov and Division of Drinking Water Rule, Utah Administrative Code,
1633     [R309-305-6] R309-105-12(4)."
1634          (2) IPC, Section 311.1, is deleted.
1635          (3) In IPC, Section 312.3, the following is added at the end of the paragraph:
1636          "Where water is not available at the construction site or where freezing conditions limit
1637     the use of water on the construction site, plastic drainage and vent pipe may be permitted to be
1638     tested with air. The following procedures shall be followed:
1639     1. Contractor shall recognize that plastic is extremely brittle at lower temperatures and can
1640     explode, causing serious injury or death.
1641     2. Contractor assumes all liability for injury or death to persons or damage to property or for
1642     claims for labor and/or material arising from any alleged failure of the system during testing
1643     with air or compressed gasses.
1644     3. Proper personal protective equipment, including safety eyewear and protective headgear,
1645     should be worn by all individuals in any area where an air or gas test is being conducted.
1646     4. Contractor shall take all precautions necessary to limit the pressure within the plastic piping.
1647     5. No drain and vent system shall be pressurized in excess of 6 psi as measured by accurate
1648     gauges graduated to no more than three times the test pressure.
1649     6. The pressure gauge shall be monitored during the test period, which should not exceed 15

1650     minutes.
1651     7. At the conclusion of the test, the system shall be depressurized gradually, all trapped air or
1652     gases should be vented, and test balls and plugs should be removed with caution."
1653          (4) In IPC, Section 312.5, the following is added at the end of the paragraph:
1654     "Where water is not available at the construction site or where freezing conditions limit the use
1655     of water on the construction site, plastic water pipes may be permitted to be tested with air.
1656     The following procedures shall be followed:
1657     1. Contractor shall recognize that plastic is extremely brittle at lower temperatures and can
1658     explode, causing serious injury or death.
1659     2. Contractor assumes all liability for injury or death to persons or damage to property or for
1660     claims for labor and/or material arising from any alleged failure of the system during testing
1661     with air or compressed gasses.
1662     3. Proper personal protective equipment, including safety eyewear and protective headgear,
1663     should be worn by all individuals in any area where an air or gas test is being conducted.
1664     4. Contractor shall take all precautions necessary to limit the pressure within the plastic piping.
1665     5. Water supply systems shall be pressure tested to a minimum of 50 psi but not more than 80
1666     psi as measured by accurate gauges graduated to no more than three times the test pressure.
1667     6. The pressure gauge shall be monitored during the test period, which should not exceed 15
1668     minutes.
1669     7. At the conclusion of the test, the system shall be depressurized gradually, all trapped air or
1670     gases should be vented, and test balls and plugs should be removed with caution."
1671          (5) A new IPC, Section 312.10.3, is added as follows: "312.10.3 Tester Qualifications.
1672     Testing shall be performed by a Utah Certified Backflow Preventer Assembly Tester in
1673     accordance with Utah Administrative Code, R309-305."
1674          Section 18. Section 15A-3-304 is amended to read:
1675          15A-3-304. Amendments to Chapter 4 of IPC.
1676          (1) In IPC, Table 403.1, the following changes are made:
1677          [(a) The title for Table 403.1 is deleted and replaced with the following: "Table 403.1,
1678     Minimum Number of Required Plumbing Fixturesa, h";]
1679          [(b)] (a) In row number "3", for ["E" occupancy,] in the field for "OTHER", a new
1680     footnote [g] h is added.

1681          [(c)] (b) In row number "5", for "[I-4] Adult day care and child day care" occupancy, in
1682     the field for "OTHER", a new footnote [g] h is added.
1683          (c) Footnote f is deleted and replaced with the following: "FOOTNOTE f: The required
1684     number and type of plumbing fixtures for outdoor public swimming pools shall be in
1685     accordance with Utah Administrative Code, R392-302 Design, Construction and Operation of
1686     Public Pools."
1687          (d) A new footnote [f] g is added as follows: "FOOTNOTE: [f.] g: When provided, in
1688     public toilet facilities, there shall be an equal number of diaper changing facilities in male toilet
1689     rooms and female toilet rooms. Diaper changing facilities shall meet the requirements of
1690     ASTM F2285-04 (2010) Standard Consumer Safety Performance Specifications for Diaper
1691     Changing Tables for Commercial Use."
1692          (e) A new footnote [g] h is added to the table as follows: "FOOTNOTE [g] h:
1693     Non-residential child care facilities shall comply with the additional sink requirements [for
1694     sinks in administrative rule made by the Department of Health] of Utah Administrative Code,
1695     R381-60-9, Hourly Child Care Centers, R381-70-9, Out of School Time Child Care Programs,
1696     and R381-100-9, Child Care Centers."
1697          (2) A new IPC, Section 406.3, is added as follows: " 406.3 Automatic clothes washer
1698     safe pans. Safe pans, when installed under automatic clothes washers, shall be installed in
1699     accordance with Section 504.7."
1700          (3) A new IPC, Section [412.5] 413.5, is added as follows: "[412.5] 413.5 Public toilet
1701     rooms. All public toilet rooms [in A & E occupancies and M occupancies with restrooms
1702     having multiple water closets or urinals] shall be equipped with at least one floor drain."
1703          (4) A new IPC, Section 412.6, is added as follows: "Prohibition of motor vehicle waste
1704     disposal wells. New and existing motor vehicle waste disposal wells are prohibited. A motor
1705     vehicle waste disposal well associated with a single family residence is not subject to this
1706     prohibition."
1707          (5) IPC, Section 423.3, is deleted.
1708          Section 19. Section 15A-3-305 is amended to read:
1709          15A-3-305. Amendments to Chapter 5 of IPC.
1710          (1) IPC, Section 502.4, is deleted and replaced with the following: "502.4 Seismic
1711     supports. As a minimum requirement, water heaters shall be anchored or strapped to resist

1712     horizontal displacement caused by earthquake motion. Strapping shall be at points within the
1713     upper one-third and lower one-third of the appliance's vertical dimensions. "
1714          (2) In IPC, Section 504.6, a new number 15 is added as follows: "15. Be installed in
1715     accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions, not to exceed 180 degrees in
1716     directional change."
1717          [(2)] (3) In IPC, Section 504.7.2, the following is added at the end of the section:
1718     "When permitted by the code official, the pan drain may be directly connected to a soil stack,
1719     waste stack, or branch drain. The pan drain shall be individually trapped and vented as
1720     required in Section 907.1. The pan drain shall not be directly or indirectly connected to any
1721     vent. The trap shall be provided with a trap primer conforming to ASSE 1018 or ASSE 1044,
1722     a barrier type floor drain trap seal protection device meeting ASSE 1072, or a deep seal p-trap."
1723          [(3)] (4) A new IPC, Section 504.7.3, is added as follows: "504.7.3 Pan Designation.
1724     A water heater pan shall be considered an emergency receptor designated to receive the
1725     discharge of water from the water heater only and shall not receive the discharge from any
1726     other fixtures, devises, or equipment."
1727          Section 20. Section 15A-3-306 is amended to read:
1728          15A-3-306. Amendments to Chapter 6 of IPC.
1729          (1) IPC, Section 602.3, is deleted and replaced with the following: "602.3 Individual
1730     water supply. Where a potable public water supply is not available, individual sources of
1731     potable water supply shall be utilized provided that the source has been developed in
1732     accordance with Utah Code, Sections 73-3-1, 73-3-3, and 73-3-25, as administered by the
1733     Department of Natural Resources, Division of Water Rights. In addition, the quality of the
1734     water shall be approved by the local health department having jurisdiction. The source shall
1735     supply sufficient quantity of water to comply with the requirements of this chapter."
1736          (2) IPC, Sections 602.3.1, 602.3.2, 602.3.3, 602.3.4, 602.3.5, and 602.3.5.1, are
1737     deleted.
1738          (3) A new IPC, Section 604.4.1, is added as follows: "604.4.1 Manually operated
1739     metering faucets for food service establishments. Self closing or manually operated metering
1740     faucets shall provide a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without the need to reactivate the
1741     faucet."
1742          (4) IPC, Section 606.5, is deleted and replaced with the following: "606.5 Water

1743     pressure booster systems. Water pressure booster systems shall be provided as required by
1744     Section 606.5.1 through 606.5.11."
1745          (5) A new IPC, Section 606.5.11, is added as follows: "606.5.11 Prohibited
1746     installation. In no case shall a booster pump be allowed that will lower the pressure in the
1747     public main to less than the minimum water pressure specified in Utah Administrative Code
1748     R309-105-9."
1749          (6) In IPC, Section 608.1, the words "and pollution" are added after the word
1750     "contamination."
1751          (7) In IPC, Section 608.1, the following subsections are added as follows:
1752     "608.1.1 General Installation Criteria.
1753     An assembly shall not be installed more than five feet above the floor unless a permanent
1754     platform is installed. The assembly owner, where necessary, shall provide devices or structures
1755     to facilitate testing, repair, and maintenance and to insure the safety of the backflow technician.
1756     608.1.2 Specific Installation Criteria.
1757     608.1.2.1 Reduced Pressure Principle Blackflow Prevention Assembly.
1758     A reduced pressure principle backflow prevention assembly shall be installed as follows:
1759     a. The assembly shall not be installed in a pit or below grade where the relief port could be
1760     submerged in water or where fumes could be present at the relief port discharge.
1761     b. The relief valve of the assembly shall not be directly connected to a waste disposal line,
1762     including a sanitary sewer, storm drain, or vent.
1763     c. The assembly shall be installed in a horizontal position, unless the assembly is listed or
1764     approved for vertical installation in accordance with Section 303.4.
1765     d. The bottom of each assembly shall be installed a minimum of 12 inches above the ground or
1766     the floor.
1767     e. The body of the assembly shall be a minimum of 12 inches from any wall, ceiling, or
1768     obstacle, and shall be readily accessible for testing, repair, and maintenance.
1769     608.1.2.2 Double Check Valve Backflow Prevention Assembly.
1770     A double check valve backflow prevention assembly shall be installed as follows:
1771     a. The assembly shall be installed in a horizontal position unless the assembly is listed or
1772     approved for vertical installation.
1773     b. The bottom of the assembly shall be a minimum of 12 inches above the ground or the floor.

1774     c. The body of the assembly shall be a minimum of 12 inches from any wall, ceiling, or
1775     obstacle, and shall be readily accessible for testing, repair, and maintenance.
1776     d. If installed in a pit, the assembly shall be installed with a minimum of 12 inches of clearance
1777     around all sides of the vault, including the floor and roof or ceiling, with adequate room for
1778     testing and maintenance.
1779     608.1.2.3 Pressure Vacuum [Break] Breaker Assembly and Spill Resistant Pressure Vacuum
1780     Breaker Assembly.
1781     A pressure vacuum [break] breaker assembly and spill resistant pressure vacuum breaker
1782     assembly shall be installed as follows:
1783     a. The assembly shall not be installed in an area that could be subject to backpressure or back
1784     drainage conditions.
1785     b. The assembly shall be installed a minimum of 12 inches above all downstream piping and
1786     the highest point of use.
1787     c. The assembly shall be a minimum of 12 inches from any wall, ceiling, or obstacle, and shall
1788     be readily accessible for testing, repair, and maintenance.
1789     d. The assembly shall not be installed below ground or in a vault or pit.
1790     e. The assembly shall be installed in a vertical position."
1791          (8) In IPC, Section 608.3, the word "and" [after] before the word "contamination" is
1792     deleted and replaced with a comma and the words "[and] or pollution" are added after the word
1793     "contamination" in the first sentence.
1794          (9) In IPC, Section [608.5] 608.6, the words "with the potential to create a condition of
1795     either contamination or pollution or" are added after the word "substances."[.]
1796          (10) In IPC, Section [608.6] 608.7, the following sentence is added at the end of the
1797     paragraph: "Any connection between potable water piping and sewer-connected waste shall be
1798     protected by an air gap in accordance with Section [608.13.1] 608.14.1."
1799          (11) IPC, Section [608.7] 608.8, is deleted and replaced with the following: "[608.7]
1800     608.8 Stop and Waste Valves installed below grade. Combination stop-and-waste valves shall
1801     be permitted to be installed underground or below grade. Freeze proof yard hydrants that drain
1802     the riser into the ground are considered to be stop-and-waste valves and shall be permitted. A
1803     stop-and-waste valve shall be installed in accordance with a manufacturer's recommended
1804     installation instructions."

1805          [(12) In IPC, Section 608.11, the following sentence is added at the end of the
1806     paragraph: "The coating and installation shall conform to NSF Standard 61 and application of
1807     the coating shall comply with the manufacturer's instructions."]
1808          [(13)] (12) IPC, Section [608.13.3] 608.14.3, is deleted and replaced with the
1809     following: "[608.13.3] 608.14.3 Backflow preventer with intermediate atmospheric vent.
1810     Backflow preventers with intermediate atmospheric vents shall conform to ASSE 1012 or CSA
1811     CAN/CSA-B64.3. These devices shall be permitted to be installed on residential boilers
1812     [only], without chemical treatment, where subject to continuous pressure conditions, and
1813     humidifiers in accordance with Section 608.17.10. The relief opening shall discharge by air
1814     gap and shall be prevented from being submerged."
1815          [(14)] (13) IPC, Section [608.13.4] 608.14.4, is deleted.
1816          [(15) IPC, Section 608.13.9, is deleted and replaced with the following: "608.13.9
1817     Chemical dispenser backflow devices. Backflow devices for chemical dispensers shall comply
1818     with Section 608.16.7."]
1819          [(16)] (14) IPC, Section [608.15.3] 608.16.3, is deleted and replaced with the
1820     following: "[608.15.3] 608.16.3 Protection by a backflow preventer with intermediate
1821     atmospheric vent. Connections to residential boilers only, without chemical treatment, and
1822     humidifiers shall be protected by a backflow preventer with an intermediate atmospheric vent."
1823          [(17)] (15) IPC, Section [608.15.4] 608.16.4, is deleted and replaced with the
1824     following: "[608.15.4] 608.16.4 Protection by a vacuum breaker. Openings and outlets shall be
1825     protected by atmospheric-type or pressure-type vacuum breakers. Vacuum breakers shall not
1826     be installed under exhaust hoods or similar locations that will contain toxic fumes or vapors.
1827     Fill valves shall be set in accordance with Section 425.3.1. Atmospheric Vacuum Breakers -
1828     The critical level of the atmospheric vacuum breaker shall be set a minimum of 6 inches (152
1829     mm) above the flood level rim of the fixture or device. Pipe-applied vacuum breakers shall be
1830     installed not less than 6 inches (152 mm) above the flood level rim of the fixture, receptor, or
1831     device served. No valves shall be installed downstream of the atmospheric vacuum breaker.
1832     The atmospheric vacuum breaker shall not be installed where it may be subjected to continuous
1833     pressure for more than 12 consecutive hours at any time. Pressure Vacuum Breaker - The
1834     critical level of the pressure vacuum breaker shall be set a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm)
1835     above the flood level of the fixture or device."

1836          [(18)] (16) In IPC, Section [608.15.4.2] 608.16.4.2, the following is added after the
1837     first sentence: "Add-on-backflow prevention devices shall be non-removable. In climates
1838     where freezing temperatures occur, a listed self-draining frost proof hose bibb with an integral
1839     backflow preventer shall be used."
1840          (17) In IPC, Section 608.17.1.2, the words "or ASSE 1024" are deleted.
1841          [(19)] (18) IPC, Section [608.16.2] 608.17.2, is deleted and replaced as follows:
1842     "[608.16.2] 608.17.2 Connections to boilers. The potable supply to a boiler shall be protected
1843     by an air gap or a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer, complying with ASSE 1013,
1844     CSA B64.4 or AWWA C511.
1845     Exception: The potable supply to a residential boiler without chemical treatment may be
1846     equipped with a backflow preventer with an intermediate atmospheric vent complying with
1847     ASSE 1012 or CSA CAN/CSA-B64.3."
1848          [(20)] (19) In IPC, Section [608.16.4.1] 608.17.4.1, a new exception is added as
1849     follows: "Exception: All class 1 and 2 systems containing chemical additives consisting of
1850     strictly glycerine (C.P. or U.S.P. 96.5 percent grade) or propylene glycol shall be protected
1851     against backflow with a double check valve assembly. Such systems shall include written
1852     certification of the chemical additives at the time of original installation and service or
1853     maintenance."
1854          [(21)] (20) IPC, Section [608.16.7] 608.17.7, is deleted and replaced with the
1855     following: "[608.16.7] 608.17.7 Chemical dispensers. Where chemical dispensers connect to
1856     the water distribution system, the water supply system shall be protected against backflow in
1857     accordance with Section [608.13.1] 608.14.1, Section [608.13.2] 608.14.2, Section [608.13.5]
1858     608.14.5, Section [608.13.6] 608.14.6 or Section [608.13.8] 608.14.8. Installation shall be in
1859     accordance with Section 608.1.2. Chemical dispensers shall connect to a separate dedicated
1860     water supply line, and not a sink faucet."
1861          [(22)] (21) IPC, Section [608.16.8] 608.17.8, is deleted and replaced with the
1862     following: "[608.16.8] 608.17.8 Portable cleaning equipment. Where the portable cleaning
1863     equipment connects to the water distribution system, the water supply system shall be protected
1864     against backflow in accordance with Section [608.13.1] 608.14.1 or Section [608.13.2]
1865     608.14.2."
1866          [(23)] (22) A new IPC, Section [608.16.11] 608.17.11, is added as follows:

1867     "[608.16.11] 608.17.11 Automatic and coin operated car washes. The water supply to an
1868     automatic or coin operated car wash shall be protected in accordance with Section [608.13.1]
1869     608.14.1 or Section [608.13.2] 608.14.2."
1870          [(24)] (23) IPC, Section [608.17] 608.18, is deleted and replaced with the following:
1871     "[608.17] 608.18 Protection of individual water supplies. See Section 602.3 for requirements."
1872          Section 21. Section 15A-3-307 is amended to read:
1873          15A-3-307. Amendments to Chapter 7 of IPC.
1874          (1) IPC, Section 701.2, is deleted and replaced with the following: "701.2 Sewer
1875     required. Every building in which plumbing fixtures are installed and all premises having
1876     drainage piping shall be connected to a public sewer where the sewer is accessible and is
1877     within 300 feet of the property line in accordance with Utah Code, Section 10-8-38; or an
1878     approved private sewage disposal system in accordance with Utah Administrative Code, Rule
1879     R317-4, as administered by the Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Water
1880     Quality."
1881          (2) A new IPC Section 701.8 is added as follows: "701.8 Drainage piping in food
1882     service areas. Exposed soil or waste piping shall not be installed above any working, storage, or
1883     eating surfaces in food service establishments."
1884          [(2)] (3) In IPC, Section 712.3.3.1, the following words are added [before] after the
1885     word ["or"] "PE": "stainless steel, cast iron, galvanized steel, brass,".
1886          Section 22. Section 15A-3-310 is amended to read:
1887          15A-3-310. Amendments to Chapter 10 of IPC.
1888          [IPC, Chapter 10, is not amended.] In IPC, Section 1003.3.8, the word "gravity" is
1889     inserted before the word "grease."
1890          Section 23. Section 15A-3-314 is amended to read:
1891          15A-3-314. Amendments to Chapter 14 of IPC.
1892          IPC, Chapter 14, is deleted and replaced with the following:
1893     "1401. Subsurface Landscape Irrigation Systems.
1894     [Gray water] Graywater recycling systems utilized for subsurface irrigation for single-family
1895     residences shall comply with the requirements of UAC R317-401, [Gray Water] Graywater
1896     Systems. [Gray water] Graywater recycling systems utilized for subsurface irrigation for other
1897     occupancies shall comply with UAC R317-3, Design Requirements for Wastewater Collection,

1898     Treatment, and Disposal Systems, and UAC R317-4, Onsite [Waterwaste] Wastewater
1899     Systems."
1900          Section 24. Section 15A-3-401 is amended to read:
1901          15A-3-401. General provisions.
1902          (1) The amendments in this part are adopted as amendments to the IMC to be
1903     applicable statewide.
1904          (2) In IMC, Section 1004.2, the first sentence is deleted and replaced with the
1905     following: " In accordance with Title 34A, Chapter 7, Safety, and requirements made by rule by
1906     the Labor Commission, boilers and pressure vessels in Utah are regulated by the Utah Labor
1907     Commission, Division of Boiler, Elevator and Coal Mine Safety, except those located in
1908     private residences or in apartment houses of less than five family units. Boilers shall be
1909     installed in accordance with their listing and labeling, with minimum clearances as prescribed
1910     by the manufacturer's installation instructions and the state boiler code, whichever is greater."
1911          (3) In IMC, Section 1004.3.1, the word "unlisted" is inserted before the word "boilers".
1912          [(4) IMC, Section 1101.10, is deleted.]
1913          [(5)] (4) In IMC, Section 1209.3, the following words are added at the end of the
1914     section: "or other methods approved for the application."
1915          Section 25. Section 15A-3-501 is amended to read:
1916          15A-3-501. General provisions.
1917          The following are adopted as an amendment to the IFGC to be applicable statewide:
1918          (1) In IFGC, Section 404.9, a new Section 404.9.1, is added as follows: "404.9.1 Meter
1919     protection. Fuel gas services shall be in an approved location and/or provided with structures
1920     designed to protect the fuel gas meter and surrounding piping from physical damage, including
1921     falling, moving, or migrating ice and snow. If an added structure is used, it must still provide
1922     access for service and comply with the IBC or the IRC."
1923          (2) IFGC, Section 409.5.3, is deleted.
1924          (3) In IFGC, Section 502.1, the last sentence is deleted and replaced with "Plastic vents
1925     for Category IV appliances shall not be required to be listed and labeled where such vents
1926     comply with all of the following:
1927     1. specified by the appliance manufacturer;
1928     2. installed in accordance with the appliance manufacturer's instructions; and

1929     3. the vent gas temperatures do not exceed 140 degrees Fahrenheit."
1930          (4) In IFGC, Section 503.4.1, in the last sentence after "appliance manufacturer" insert:
1931     "where the appliance vent gas temperatures do not exceed 140 degrees Fahrenheit,".
1932          (5) In IFGC, Section 503.6.11.1, the following exception is added:
1933     "Exception: Existing and replacement Category I appliances may be located in rooms within
1934     the occupiable space provided all the following are met:
1935     1. The original installation was compliant with existing codes at the time of installation.
1936     2. The dwelling is equipped with a current, operable carbon monoxide detector, installed in
1937     accordance with Section 915 of the International Building Code.
1938     3. The AHJ has approved a replacement based on the extreme difficulty of an installing
1939     individual Category I vent system or a direct vent Category IV appliance.
1940     4. The room or space is used for no other purpose.
1941     5. Combustion air is provided in accordance with Section 304. Where outdoor combustion air
1942     is provided, the room has a solid weather-stripped door equipped with an approved self-closure
1943     device.
1944     6. Common vents terminate with a listed cap."
1945          [(3)] (6) In IFGC, Section 631.2, the following sentence is inserted before the first
1946     sentence: " In accordance with Title 34A, Chapter 7, Safety, and requirements made by rule by
1947     the Labor Commission, boilers and pressure vessels in Utah are regulated by the Utah Labor
1948     Commission, Division of Boiler, Elevator and Coal Mine Safety, except those located in
1949     private residences or in apartment houses of less than five family units. Boilers shall be
1950     installed in accordance with their listing and labeling, with minimum clearances as prescribed
1951     by the manufacturer's installation instructions and the state boiler code, whichever is greater."
1952          Section 26. Section 15A-3-701 is amended to read:
1953          15A-3-701. General provisions.
1954          The following is adopted as an amendment to the IECC to be applicable statewide:
1955          (1) In IECC, Section [C403.2.9.1.3] C403.11.2.3, the words "by the designer" are
1956     deleted.
1957          (2) In IECC, Section R103.2, all words after the words "herein governed." are deleted
1958     and replaced with the following: "Construction documents include all documentation required
1959     to be submitted in order to issue a building permit."

1960          (3) In IECC, Section R303.3, all wording after the first sentence is deleted.
1961          (4) In IECC, Section R401.2, a new number 4 is added as follows:
1962          "4. Compliance may be shown by demonstrating a result, using the software
1963     RESCheck 2012 Utah Energy Conservation Code, of:
1964          (a) on or after January 1, 2017, and before January 1, 2019, "3 percent better than
1965     code";
1966          (b) on or after January 1, 2019, and before January 1, 2021, "4 percent better than
1967     code"; and
1968          (c) after January 1, 2021, "5 percent better than code"".
1969          (5) In IECC, Table R402.2, in the column entitled MASS WALL R-VALUE, a new
1970     footnote j is added as follows:
1971     "j. Log walls complying with ICC400 and with a minimum average wall thickness of 5 inches
1972     or greater shall be permitted in Zones 5 through 8 when overall window glazing has a .31
1973     U-factor or lower, minimum heating equipment efficiency is, for gas, 90 AFUE, or, for oil, 84
1974     AFUE, and all other component requirements are met."
1975          (6) In IECC, Section R402.4.1, in the first sentence, the word "and" is deleted and
1976     replaced with the word "or".
1977          (7) In IECC, Section R402.4.1.1, the last sentence is deleted and replaced with the
1978     following: "Where allowed by the code official, the builder may certify compliance to
1979     components criteria for items which may not be inspected during regularly scheduled
1980     inspections."
1981          (8) In IECC, Section R402.4.1.2, the following changes are made:
1982          (a) In the first sentence:
1983          (i) "The building or dwelling unit" is deleted and replaced with "A single-family
1984     dwelling";
1985          [(i)] (ii) [on or] after January 1, 2019, [and before January 1, 2021,] replace the word
1986     "five" with "3.5"; and
1987          [(ii) after January 1, 2021, replace the word "five" with "three."]
1988          [(b) In the first sentence,]
1989          (iii) the words "in Climate Zones 1 and 2, and three air changes per hour in Climate
1990     Zones 3 through 8" are deleted.

1991          (b) The following sentence is inserted after the first sentence: "A multi-family dwelling
1992     and townhouse shall be tested and verified as having an air leakage rate of not exceeding five
1993     air changes per hour."
1994          (c) In the third sentence, the word "third" is deleted.
1995          (d) The following sentence is inserted after the third sentence: "The following parties
1996     shall be approved to conduct testing: Parties certified by BPI or RESNET, or licensed
1997     contractors who have completed training provided by Blower Door Test equipment
1998     manufacturers or other comparable training."
1999          (9) In IECC, Section R403.3.3:
2000          (a) the exception for duct air leakage testing is deleted; and
2001          (b) the exception for duct air leakage is replaced:
2002          (i) on or after January 1, 2017, and before January 1, 2019, with the following:
2003     "Exception: The total leakage test is not required for systems with all air handlers and at least
2004     65% of all ducts (measured by length) located entirely within the building thermal envelope.";
2005          (ii) on or after January 1, 2019, and before January 1, 2021, with the following:
2006     "Exception: The duct air leakage test is not required for systems with all air handlers and at
2007     least 75% of all ducts (measured by length) located entirely within the building thermal
2008     envelope."; and
2009          (iii) on or after January 1, 2021, with the following: "Exception: The duct air leakage
2010     test is not required for systems with all air handlers and at least 80% of all ducts (measured by
2011     length) located entirely within the building thermal envelope."
2012          (10) In IECC, Section R403.3.3, the following is added after the exception:
2013     "The following parties shall be approved to conduct testing:
2014     1. Parties certified by BPI or RESNET.
2015     2. Licensed contractors who have completed training provided by Duct Test equipment
2016     manufacturers or other comparable training."
2017          (11) In IECC, Section R403.3.4:
2018          (a) in Subsection 1, the number 4 is changed to 8, the number 113.3 is changed to 170,
2019     the number 3 is changed to 6, and the number 85 is changed to 114.6; and
2020          (b) in Subsection 2:
2021          (i) on or after January 1, 2017, and before January 1, 2019, the number 4 is changed to

2022     8 and the number 113.3 is changed to 226.5;
2023          (ii) on or after January 1, 2019, and before January 1, 2021, the number 4 is changed to
2024     7 and the number 113.3 is changed to 198.2; and
2025          (iii) on or after January 1, 2021, the number 4 is changed to 6 and the number 113.3 is
2026     changed to 169.9.
2027          (12) In IECC, Section R403.3.5, the words "or plenums" are deleted.
2028          (13) In IECC, Section R403.5.3, Subsection 5 is deleted and Subsections 6 and 7 are
2029     renumbered.
2030          (14) IECC, Section R403.6.1, is deleted and replaced with the following: "R403.6.1
2031     Whole-house mechanical ventilation system fan efficacy. Fans used to provide whole-house
2032     mechanical ventilation shall meet the efficacy requirements of Table R403.6.1.
2033          Exception: Where an air handler that is integral to tested and listed HVAC equipment is
2034     used to provide whole-house mechanical ventilation, the air handler shall be powered by an
2035     electronically commutated motor."
2036          (15) In IECC, Section R403.6.1, the table is deleted and replaced with the following:
2037     TABLE R403.6.1
2038     MECHANICAL VENTILATION SYSTEM FAN EFFICACY
2039     
FAN LOCATION
AIR FLOW RATE

MINIMUM (CFM)
MINIMUM
EFFICACY
(CFM/WATT)
AIR FLOW RATE

MAXIMUM (CFM)
2040     
HRV or ERV
Any
1.2 cfm/watt
Any
2041     
Range hoods
Any
2.8 cfm/watt
Any
2042     
In-line fan
Any
2.8 cfm/watt
Any
2043     
Bathroom, utility room
10
1.4 cfm/watt
<90
2044     
Bathroom, utility room
90
2.8 cfm/watt
Any
2045          [(14)] (16) In IECC, Section R406.4, the table is deleted and replaced with the
2046     following:
2047     TABLE R406.4
2048     MAXIMUM ENERGY RATING INDEX

2049     
CLIMATE ZONE
ENERGY RATING INDEX
2050     
3
65
2051     
5
69
2052     
6
68

2053          Section 27. Section 15A-3-801 is amended to read:
2054          15A-3-801. General provisions.
2055     The following are adopted as amendments to the IEBC and are applicable statewide:
2056          (1) In Section 202, the following definition is added: "BUILDING OFFICIAL. See
2057     Code Official."
2058          (2) In Section 202, the definition for "code official" is deleted and replaced with the
2059     following:
2060     "CODE OFFICIAL. The officer or other designated authority having jurisdiction (AHJ)
2061     charged with the administration and enforcement of this code."
2062          (3) In Section 202, the definition for existing buildings is deleted and replaced with the
2063     following:
2064     "EXISTING BUILDING. A building that is not a dangerous building and that was either
2065     lawfully erected under a prior adopted code, or deemed a legal non-conforming building by the
2066     code official."
2067          (4) In Section [301.1] 301.3, the exception is deleted.
2068          (5) Section [403.5] 503.6 is deleted and replaced with the following:
2069     "[403.5] 503.6 Bracing for unreinforced masonry parapets and other appendages upon
2070     reroofing.
2071     Where the intended alteration requires a permit for reroofing and involves removal of roofing
2072     materials from more than 25% of the roof area of a building assigned to Seismic Design
2073     Category D, E, or F that has parapets constructed of unreinforced masonry or appendages such
2074     as cornices, spires, towers, tanks, signs, statuary, etc., the work shall include installation of
2075     bracing to resist out-of-plane seismic forces, unless an evaluation demonstrates compliance of
2076     such items. [For purposes of this section, design seismic forces need not be taken greater than
2077     75% of those that would be required for the design of similar nonstructural components in new

2078     buildings of similar purpose and location] Reduced seismic forces are permitted for design
2079     purposes."
2080          (6) In Section 705.1, Exception number 3, the following is added at the end of the
2081     exception:
2082     "This exception does not apply if the existing facility is undergoing a change of occupancy
2083     classification."
2084          (7) Section [707.3.1] 706.3.1 is deleted and replaced with the following:
2085     "[707.3.1] 706.3.1 Bracing for unreinforced masonry bearing wall parapets and other
2086     appendages.
2087     Where a permit is issued for reroofing more than 25 percent of the roof area of a building
2088     assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F that has parapets constructed of unreinforced
2089     masonry or appendages such as cornices, spires, towers, tanks, signs, statuary, etc., the work
2090     shall include installation of bracing to resist the reduced International Building Code level
2091     seismic forces as specified in Section [301.1.4.2] 303 of this code unless an evaluation
2092     demonstrates compliance of such items."
2093          (8) Section 906.6 is deleted and replaced with the following:
2094          "906.6 Bracing for unreinforced masonry parapets and other appendages upon
2095     reroofing.
2096          Where the intended alteration requires a permit for reroofing and involves removal of
2097     roofing materials from more than 25% of the roof area of a building assigned to Seismic
2098     Design Category D, E, or F that has parapets constructed of unreinforced masonry or
2099     appendages such as cornices, spires, towers, tanks, signs, statuary, etc., the work shall include
2100     installation of bracing to resist out-of-plane seismic forces, unless an evaluation demonstrates
2101     compliance with such items. Reduced seismic forces are permitted for design purposes."
2102          [(8)] (9) (a) Section [1007.3.1] 1006.3 is deleted and replaced with the following:
2103     ["1007.3.1 Compliance with the International Building Code Level Seismic Forces.
2104     When a building or portion thereof is subject to a change of occupancy such that a change in
2105     the nature of the occupancy results in a higher risk category based on Table 1604.5 of the
2106     International Building Code or when such change of occupancy results in a design occupant
2107     load increase of 100% or more, the building shall conform to the seismic requirements of the
2108     International Building Code for the new risk category."]

2109          "1006.3 Seismic Loads. Where a change of occupancy results in a building being
2110     assigned to a higher risk category, or when a change of occupancy results in a design occupant
2111     load increase of 100% or more, the building shall satisfy the requirements of Section 1613 of
2112     the International Building Code using full seismic forces."
2113          (b) Section [1007.3.1] 1006.3, exceptions 1 through 3 remain unchanged.
2114          (c) In Section [1007.3.1] 1006.3, add a new exception 4 as follows:
2115     "4. Where the design occupant load increase is less than 25 occupants and the occupancy
2116     category does not change."
2117          [(9)] (10) In Section 1012.7.3, exception 2 is deleted.
2118          [(10)] (11) In Section 1012.8.2, number 7 is added as follows:
2119     "7. When a change of occupancy in a building or portion of a building results in a Group R-2
2120     occupancy, not less than 20% of the dwelling or sleeping units shall be Type B dwelling or
2121     sleeping units. These dwelling or sleeping units may be located on any floor of the building
2122     provided with an accessible route. Two percent, but not less than one unit, of the dwelling or
2123     sleeping units shall be Type A dwelling units."
2124          Section 28. Section 15A-4-107 is amended to read:
2125          15A-4-107. Amendments to IBC applicable to Sandy City.
2126          The following amendments are adopted as amendments to the IBC for Sandy City:
2127          (1) A new IBC, Section (F)903.2.13, is added as follows: "(F)903.2.13 An automatic
2128     sprinkler system shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 13 throughout buildings
2129     containing all occupancies where fire flow exceeds 2,000 gallons per minute, based on Table
2130     B105.1 (2) of the [2015] 2018 International Fire Code. A one- or two-family dwelling or a
2131     town home is not required to have a fire sprinkler system except in accordance with Section
2132     15A-5-203."
2133          (2) A new IBC, Appendix [L] N, is added and adopted as follows: "Appendix [L] N
2134     BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES CONSTRUCTED IN AREAS DESIGNATED AS
2135     WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE AREAS
2136     AL 101.1 General. Buildings and structures constructed in areas designated as Wildland-Urban
2137     Interface Areas by Sandy City shall be constructed using ignition resistant construction as
2138     determined by the Fire Marshal. Section 502 of the 2006 International Wildland-Urban
2139     Interface Code (IWUIC), as promulgated by the International Code Council, shall be used to

2140     determine Fire Hazard Severity. The provisions listed in Chapter 5 of the 2006 International
2141     Wildland-Urban Interface Code, as modified herein, shall be used to determine the
2142     requirements for Ignition Resistant Construction."
2143     (3) In Section 504 of the IWUIC Class I IGNITION-RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION a new
2144     Section 504.1.1 is added as follows: "504.1.1 General. Subsections 504.5, 504.6, and 504.7
2145     shall only be required on the exposure side of the structure, as determined by the fire code
2146     official, where defensible space is less than 50 feet as defined in Section 603 of the 2006
2147     International Wildland-Urban Interface Code."
2148     (4) In Section 505 of the IWUIC Class 2 IGNITION-RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION
2149     Subsections 505.5 and 505.7 are deleted.
2150          Section 29. Section 17-36-55 is amended to read:
2151          17-36-55. Fees collected for construction approval -- Approval of plans.
2152          (1) As used in this section:
2153          (a) "Construction project" means the same as that term is defined in Section 38-1a-102.
2154          (b) "Lodging establishment" means a place providing temporary sleeping
2155     accommodations to the public, including any of the following:
2156          (i) a bed and breakfast establishment;
2157          (ii) a boarding house;
2158          (iii) dormitory;
2159          (iv) a hotel;
2160          (v) an inn;
2161          (vi) a lodging house;
2162          (vii) a motel;
2163          (viii) a resort; or
2164          (ix) a rooming house.
2165          (c) "Planning review" means a review to verify that a county has approved the
2166     following elements of a construction project:
2167          (i) zoning;
2168          (ii) lot sizes;
2169          (iii) setbacks;
2170          (iv) easements;

2171          (v) curb and gutter elevations;
2172          (vi) grades and slopes;
2173          (vii) utilities;
2174          (viii) street names;
2175          (ix) defensible space provisions and elevations, if required by the Utah Wildland Urban
2176     Interface Code adopted under Section 15A-2-103; and
2177          (x) subdivision.
2178          (d) (i) " Plan review" means all of the reviews and approvals of a plan that a county
2179     requires to obtain a building permit from the county with a scope that may not exceed a review
2180     to verify:
2181          (A) that the construction project complies with the provisions of the State Construction
2182     Code under Title 15A, State Construction and Fire Codes Act;
2183          (B) that the construction project complies with the energy code adopted under Section
2184     15A-2-103;
2185          (C) that the construction project received a planning review;
2186          (D) that the applicant paid any required fees;
2187          (E) that the applicant obtained final approvals from any other required reviewing
2188     agencies;
2189          (F) that the construction project complies with federal, state, and local storm water
2190     protection laws;
2191          (G) that the construction project received a structural review; and
2192          (H) the total square footage for each building level of finished, garage, and unfinished
2193     space.
2194          (ii) " Plan review" does not mean a review of a document:
2195          (A) required to be re-submitted for additional modifications or substantive changes
2196     identified by the plan review;
2197          (B) submitted as part of a deferred submittal when requested by the applicant and
2198     approved by the building official; or
2199          (C) that, due to the document's technical nature or on the request of the applicant, is
2200     reviewed by a third party.
2201          (e) "State Construction Code" means the same as that term is defined in Section

2202     15A-1-102.
2203          (f) "State Fire Code" means the same as that term is defined in Section 15A-1-102.
2204          [(e)] (g) "Structural review" means:
2205          (i) a review that verifies that a construction project complies with the following:
2206          (A) footing size and bar placement;
2207          (B) foundation thickness and bar placement;
2208          (C) beam and header sizes;
2209          (D) nailing patterns;
2210          (E) bearing points;
2211          (F) structural member size and span; and
2212          (G) sheathing; or
2213          (ii) if the review exceeds the scope of the review described in Subsection (1)[(e)](g)(i),
2214     a review that a licensed engineer conducts.
2215          [(f)] (h) "Technical nature" means a characteristic that places an item outside the
2216     training and expertise of an individual who regularly performs plan reviews.
2217          (2) (a) If a county collects a fee for the inspection of a construction project, the county
2218     shall ensure that the construction project receives a prompt inspection.
2219          (b) If a county cannot provide a building inspection within three business days, the
2220     county shall promptly engage an independent inspector with fees collected from the applicant.
2221          (c) If an inspector identifies one or more violations of the State Construction Code or
2222     State Fire Code during an inspection, on the day on which the inspection occurs, the inspector
2223     shall give the permit holder written notification of each violation that:
2224          (i) is delivered in hardcopy or by electronic means; and
2225          (ii) upon request by the permit holder, includes a reference to each applicable provision
2226     of the State Construction Code or State Fire Code.
2227          (3) (a) A county shall complete a plan review of a construction project for a one to two
2228     family dwelling or townhome by no later than 14 business days after the day on which the plan
2229     is submitted to the county.
2230          (b) A county shall complete a plan review of a construction project for a residential
2231     structure built under the International Building Code, not including a lodging establishment, by
2232     no later than 21 business days after the day on which the plan is submitted to the county.

2233          (c) (i) Subject to Subsection (3)(c)(ii), if a county does not complete a plan review
2234     before the time period described in Subsection (3)(a) or (b) expires, an applicant may request
2235     that the county complete the plan review.
2236          (ii) If an applicant makes a request under Subsection (3)(c)(i), the county shall perform
2237     the plan review no later than:
2238          (A) for a plan review described in Subsection (3)(a), 14 days from the day on which the
2239     applicant makes the request; or
2240          (B) for a plan review described in Subsection (3)(b), 21 days from the day on which the
2241     applicant makes the request.
2242          (d) An applicant may:
2243          (i) waive the plan review time requirements described in this Subsection (3); or
2244          (ii) with the county's consent, establish an alternative plan review time requirement.
2245          (4) (a) A county may not enforce a requirement to have a plan review if:
2246          (i) the county does not complete the plan review within the time period described in
2247     Subsection (3)(a) or (b); and
2248          (ii) a licensed architect or structural engineer, or both when required by law, stamps the
2249     plan.
2250          (b) A county may attach to a reviewed plan a list that includes:
2251          (i) items with which the county is concerned and may enforce during construction; and
2252          (ii) building code violations found in the plan.
2253          (c) A county may not require an applicant to redraft a plan if the county requests minor
2254     changes to the plan that the list described in Subsection (4)(b) identifies.
2255          (5) An applicant shall ensure that each construction project plan submitted for a plan
2256     review under this section has a statement indicating that actual construction will comply with
2257     applicable local ordinances and building codes.
2258          Section 30. Effective date.
2259          (1) Notwithstanding Subsection (2), if approved by two-thirds of all the members
2260     elected to each house, the actions affecting the following sections take effect upon approval by
2261     the governor, or the day following the constitutional time limit of Utah Constitution, Article
2262     VII, Section 8, without the governor's signature, or in the case of a veto, the date of veto
2263     override:

2264          (a) Section 15A-3-203; and
2265          (b) Section 15A-3-701.
2266          (2) This bill takes effect on July 1, 2019.