Rep. Norm Thurston — Voting Record

Bill

Number

H.B. 330 (2016GS)

Sponsor

Rep. Schultz, M.

Final action

Governor Signed 3/23/2016

Outcome

Became law — signed by Gov. Gary R. Herbert

Summary

What it does

• This bill:
• incorporates the 2015 edition of the International Fire Code by reference, with amendments; and
• modifies fire code requirements related to:
• a fire code official's authority to determine an emergency requirement;
• solar photovoltaic systems;
• residential and commercial automatic fire sprinkler systems;
• carbon monoxide detection systems;
• fire alarm systems;
• water control valves and flow notification systems; and
• hazardous materials.

Every vote on this bill

Bill text

STATE FIRE CODE REVISIONS
GENERAL SESSION
STATE OF UTAH
Chief Sponsor: Mike Schultz
Senate Sponsor: 
J. Stuart Adams
LONG TITLE
General Description:
This bill amends provisions related to the State Fire Code.
Highlighted Provisions:
This bill:
▸ incorporates the 2015 edition of the International Fire Code by reference, with
amendments; and
▸ modifies fire code requirements related to:
• a fire code official's authority to determine an emergency requirement;
• solar photovoltaic systems;
• residential and commercial automatic fire sprinkler systems;
• carbon monoxide detection systems;
• fire alarm systems;
• water control valves and flow notification systems; and
• hazardous materials.
Money Appropriated in this Bill:
None
Other Special Clauses:
This bill provides a special effective date.
Utah Code Sections Affected:
AMENDS:
15A-5-103
, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2014, Chapter 189
15A-5-202
, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2015, Chapter 158
15A-5-202.5
, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2015, Chapters 158 and 352
15A-5-203
, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2015, Chapter 158
15A-5-204
, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2015, Chapter 185
15A-5-205
, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2013, Chapter 199
15A-5-205.5
, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2014, Chapter 74
15A-5-206
, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2013, Chapter 199
15A-5-207
, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2013, Chapter 199
15A-5-302
, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2013, Chapter 199
53-7-225
, as last amended by Laws of Utah 2013, Chapter 357
ENACTS:
15A-5-304
, Utah Code Annotated 1953
Be it enacted by the Legislature of the state of Utah:
Section 1. Section 
15A-5-103
 is amended to read:
15A-5-103.
Nationally recognized codes incorporated by reference.
The following codes are incorporated by reference into the State Fire Code:
(1) the International Fire Code, [
] 
 edition, excluding appendices, as issued
by the International Code Council, Inc., except as amended by Part 2, Statewide Amendments
and Additions to International Fire Code Incorporated as Part of State Fire Code;
(2) National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control
and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, 2011 edition, except as amended by
Part 3, Amendments and Additions to National Fire Protection Association Incorporated as
Part of State Fire Code; and
(3) National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 1403, Standard on Live Fire Training
Evolutions, 2012 edition, except as amended by Part 3, Amendments and Additions to National
Fire Protection Association Incorporated as Part of State Fire Code.
Section 2. Section 
15A-5-202
 is amended to read:
15A-5-202.
Amendments and additions to IFC related to administration, permits,
definitions, and general and emergency planning.
(1) For IFC, Chapter 1, Scope and Administration:
(a) IFC, Chapter 1, Section 102.5, is deleted and rewritten as follows:
"102.5 Application of residential code.
If a structure is designed and constructed in accordance with the International
Residential Code, the provisions of this code apply only as follows:
1. The construction and design provisions of this code apply only to premises
identification, fire apparatus access, fire hydrants and water supplies, and construction permits
required by Section 105.7.
2. This code does not supercede the land use, subdivision, or development standards
established by a local jurisdiction.
3. The administrative, operational, and maintenance provisions of this code apply."
[
(a)
] 
(b)
 IFC, Chapter 1, Section 102.9, is [
amended by adding the following
immediately before the period: "
] 
deleted and rewritten as follows:
"102.9 Matters not provided for.
Requirements that are essential for the public safety of an existing or proposed activity,
building or structure, or for the safety of the occupants thereof, which are not specifically
provided for by this code, shall be determined by the fire code official
 on an emergency basis
if:
(a) the facts known to the fire code official show that an immediate and significant
danger to the public health, safety, or welfare exists; and
(b) the threat requires immediate action by the fire code official.
[
(2)
] 
102.9.1 Limitation of emergency order.
In issuing its emergency order, the fire code official shall:
(a) limit the order to require only the action necessary to prevent or avoid the danger to
the public health, safety, or welfare; and
(b) give immediate notice to the persons who are required to comply with the order,
that includes a brief statement of the reasons for the fire code official's order.
[
(3) (a)
] 
101.9.2 Right to appeal emergency order.
If the emergency order issued under this section will result in the continued
infringement or impairment of any legal right or interest of any party, the party shall have a
right to appeal the fire code official's order in accordance with IFC, Chapter 1, Section 108."
[
(b)
] 
(c)
 IFC, Chapter 1, Section [
105.6.16
] 
105.6.17
, Flammable and combustible
liquids, is amended to add the following section: "12. The owner of an underground tank that
is out of service for longer than one year shall receive a Temporary Closure Notice from the
Department of Environmental Quality and a copy shall be given to the AHJ."
[
(c)
] 
(d)
 In IFC, Chapter 1, Section 108, a new Section 108.4, Notice of right to appeal,
is added as follows: "At the time a fire code official makes an order, decision, or determination
that relates to the application or interpretation of this chapter, the fire code official shall inform
the person affected by the order, decision, or determination of the person's right to appeal under
this section. Upon request, the fire code official shall provide a person affected by an order,
decision, or determination that relates to the application or interpretation of this chapter a
written notice that describes the person's right to appeal under this section."
(e) A new IFC, Chapter 1, Section 108.1.1, Application of residential code, is added as
follows:
"108.1.1 Application of residential code.
For development regulated by a local jurisdiction's land use authority, the fire code
official's interpretation of this code is subject to the advisory opinion process described in
Section 
13-43-205
 and to a land use appeal authority appointed under Section 
10-9a-701
 or
17-27a-701
."
[
(d)
] 
(f)
 IFC, Chapter 1, Section 109.3, Notice of violation, is [
amended as follows: On
line three, after the words "is in violation of this code," insert in the section the phrase "or other
pertinent laws or ordinances".
] 
deleted and rewritten as follows:
"109.3 Notice of violation.
If the fire code official determines that a building, premises, vehicle, storage facility, or
outdoor area is in violation of this code or other pertinent laws or ordinances, the fire code
official is authorized to prepare a written notice of violation that describes the conditions
deemed unsafe and, absent immediate compliance, specifies a time for reinspection."
(2) For IFC, Chapter 2, Definitions:
(a) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, the following definition is added
for Ambulatory Surgical Center: "AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER. A building or
portion of a building licensed by the Utah Department of Health where procedures are
performed that may render patients incapable of self preservation where care is less than 24
hours."
(b) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, FOSTER CARE FACILITIES is
amended as follows: the word "Foster" is changed to the word "Child."
(c) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Educational Group E, Day care facilities, is amended as follows: On line three delete the word
"five" and replace it with the word "four". On line four after the word "supervision" add the
words "child care centers."
(d) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Educational Group E, Five or fewer children is amended as follows: On line one the word
"five" is deleted and replaced with the word "four" in both places.
(e) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Educational Group E, Five or fewer children in a dwelling unit, the word "five" is deleted and
replaced with the word "four" in both places.
(f) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Educational Group E, a new section is added as follows: "Child Day Care -- Residential
Certificate or a Family License. Areas used for child day care purposes with a Residential
Certificate R430-50 or a Family License, as defined in Utah Administrative Code, R430-90,
Licensed Family Child Care, may be located in a Group R-2 or R-3 occupancy as provided in
Residential Group R-3, or shall comply with the International Residential Code in accordance
with Section R101.2."
(g) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Educational Group E, a new section is added as follows: "Child Care Centers. Areas used for
Hourly Child Care Centers, as defined in Utah Administrative Code, R430-60, Child Care
Center as defined in Utah Administrative Code, R430-100, or Out of School Time Programs,
as defined in Utah Administrative Code, R430-70, may be classified as accessory
occupancies."
(h) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Institutional Group I, Group I-1, is amended as follows: [
On line 8 add
] 
Insert
 "Type I" in front
of the words "Assisted living facilities".
(i) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Institutional Group I, Five or fewer persons receiving care is amended as follows: On line four
after "International Residential Code" the rest of the section is deleted.
(j) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Institutional Group I, Group I-2, is amended as follows:
(i) On line three delete the word "five" and insert the word "three".
(ii) On line six the word "foster" is deleted and replaced with the word "child".
(iii) On line 10, after the words "Psychiatric hospitals", add the following to the list:
"both intermediate nursing care and skilled nursing care facilities, ambulatory surgical centers
with five or more operating rooms, and Type II assisted living facilities. Type II assisted living
facilities with five or fewer persons shall be classified as a Group R-4. Type II assisted living
facilities with at least six and not more than 16 residents shall be classified as a Group I-1
facility".
(k) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Institutional Group I, Group I-4, Day care facilities, Classification as Group E, is amended as
follows:
(i) On line two delete the word "five" and replace it with the word "four".
(ii) On line three delete the words "2 1/2 years or less of age" and replace with the
words "under the age of two".
(l) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Institutional Group Care I, Group I-4, Day care facilities, Five or fewer occupants receiving
care in a dwelling unit, is amended as follows: On lines one and two the word "five" is deleted
and replaced with the word "four".
(m) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Residential Group R-3, the words "and single family dwellings complying with the IRC" are
added after the word "Residential occupancies".
(n) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Residential Group R-3, Care facilities within a dwelling, is amended as follows: On line three
after the word "dwelling" insert "other than child care".
(o) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, Occupancy Classification,
Residential Group R-3, a new section is added as follows: "Child Care. Areas used for child
care purposes may be located in a residential dwelling unit when all of the following conditions
are met:
1. Compliance with Utah Administrative Code, R710-8, Day Care Rules, as enacted
under the authority of the Utah Fire Prevention Board;
2. Use is approved by the Utah Department of Health under the authority of the Utah
Code, Title 26, Chapter 39, Utah Child Care Licensing Act, and in any of the following
categories:
1.1. Utah Administrative Code, R430-50, Residential Certificate Child Care; or
1.2. Utah Administrative Code, R430-90, Licensed Family Child Care; and
3. Compliance with all zoning regulations of the local regulator."
(p) IFC, Chapter 2, Section 202, General Definitions, RECORD DRAWINGS, the
definition for "RECORD DRAWINGS" is modified by deleting the words "a fire alarm
system" and replacing them with "any fire protection system".
Section 3. Section 
15A-5-202.5
 is amended to read:
15A-5-202.5.
Amendments and additions to Chapters 3 and 4 of IFC.
(1) For IFC, Chapter 3, General Requirements:
(a) IFC, Chapter 3, Section 304.1.2, Vegetation, is amended as follows: Delete line six
and replace it with: "the Utah Administrative Code, R652-122-200, Minimum Standards for
Wildland Fire Ordinance".
[
(b) IFC, Chapter 3, Section 308.1.2, Throwing or Placing Sources of Ignition, is
deleted and rewritten as follows: "No person shall throw or place, or cause to be thrown or
placed, a lighted match, cigar, cigarette, matches, lighters, or other flaming or glowing
substance or object on any surface or article where it can cause an unwanted fire."
]
[
(c)
] 
(b)
 IFC, Chapter 3, Section 310.8, Hazardous and Environmental Conditions, is
deleted and rewritten as follows: "When the fire code official determines that hazardous
environmental conditions necessitate controlled use of any ignition source, including fireworks,
lighters, matches, sky lanterns, and smoking materials, any of the following may occur:
1. If the hazardous environmental conditions exist in a municipality, the legislative
body of the municipality may prohibit the ignition or use of an ignition source in mountainous,
brush-covered, or forest-covered areas or the wildland urban interface area, which means the
line, area, or zone where structures or other human development meet or intermingle with
undeveloped wildland or land being used for an agricultural purpose.
2. Except as provided in paragraph 3, if the hazardous environmental conditions exist
in an unincorporated area, the state forester may prohibit the ignition or use of an ignition
source in all or part of the areas described in paragraph 1 that are within the unincorporated
area, after consulting with the county fire code official who has jurisdiction over that area.
3. If the hazardous environmental conditions exist in a metro township created under
Title 10, Chapter 2a, Part 4, Incorporation of Metro Townships and Unincorporated Islands in a
County of the First Class
,
 on and after May 12, 2015, the metro township legislative body may
prohibit the ignition or use of an ignition source in all or part of the areas described in
paragraph 1 that are within the township."
[
(d)
] 
(c)
 IFC, Chapter 3, Section 311.1.1, Abandoned Premises, is amended as follows:
On line 10 delete the words "International Property Maintenance Code and the".
[
(e)
] 
(d)
 IFC, Chapter 3, Section 311.5, Placards, is amended as follows: On line three
delete the word "shall" and replace it with the word "may".
[
(f)
] 
(e)
 IFC, Chapter 3, Section 315.2.1, Ceiling Clearance, is amended to add the
following: "Exception: Where storage is not directly below the sprinkler heads, storage is
allowed to be placed to the ceiling on wall-mounted shelves that are protected by fire sprinkler
heads in occupancies meeting classification as light or ordinary hazard."
(2) IFC, Chapter 4, Emergency Planning and Preparedness:
(a) IFC, Chapter 4, Section [
404.2, Where required, Subsection 8, is amended as
follows: After the word "buildings" add "to include sororities and fraternity houses".
]
403.10.2.1, College and university buildings, is deleted and replaced with the following:
"403.10.2.1 College and university buildings and fraternity and sorority houses.
(a) College and university buildings, including fraternity and sorority houses, shall
prepare an approved fire safety and evacuation plan, in accordance with Section 404.
(b) Group R-2 college and university buildings, including fraternity and sorority
houses, shall comply with Sections 403.10.2.1.1 and 403.10.2.1.2."
(b) IFC, Chapter 4, Section 405.2, Table 405.2, is amended to add the following
footnotes:
(i) "e. Secondary schools in Group E occupancies shall have an emergency evacuation
drill for fire conducted at least every two months, to a total of four emergency evacuation drills
during the nine-month school year. The first emergency evacuation drill for fire shall be
conducted within 10 school days after the beginning of classes. The third emergency
evacuation drill for fire, weather permitting, shall be conducted 10 school days after the
beginning of the next calendar year. The second and fourth emergency evacuation drills may
be substituted by a security or safety drill to include shelter in place, earthquake drill, or lock
down for violence. If inclement weather causes a secondary school to miss the 10-day deadline
for the third emergency evacuation drill for fire, the secondary school shall perform the third
emergency evacuation drill for fire as soon as practicable after the missed deadline."
(ii) "f. In Group E occupancies, excluding secondary schools, if the AHJ approves, the
monthly required emergency evacuation drill can be substituted by a security or safety drill to
include shelter in place, earthquake drill, or lock down for violence. The routine emergency
evacuation drill for fire must by conducted at least every other evacuation drill."
(iii) "g. A-3 occupancies in academic buildings of institutions of higher learning are
required to have one emergency evacuation drill per year, provided the following conditions are
met:
(A) The building has a fire alarm system in accordance with Section 907.2.
(B) The rooms classified as assembly shall have fire safety floor plans as required in
[
Section 404.3.2(4)
] 
Subsection 404.2.2(4)
 posted.
(C) The building is not classified a high-rise building.
(D) The building does not contain hazardous materials over the allowable quantities by
code."
Section 4. Section 
15A-5-203
 is amended to read:
15A-5-203.
Amendments and additions to IFC related to fire safety, building, and
site requirements.
(1) For IFC, Chapter 5, Fire Service Features:
(a) In IFC, Chapter 5, a new Section 501.5, Access grade and fire flow, is added as
follows: "An authority having jurisdiction over a structure built in accordance with the
requirements of the International Residential Code as adopted in the State Construction Code,
may require an automatic fire sprinkler system for the structure only by ordinance and only if
any of the following conditions exist:
(i) the structure:
(A) is located in an urban-wildland interface area as provided in the Utah Wildland
Urban Interface Code adopted as a construction code under the State Construction Code; and
(B) does not meet the requirements described in Utah Code, Subsection
65A-8-203
[
(3)
]
(4)
(a) and Utah Administrative Code, R652-122-200, Minimum Standards for
Wildland Fire Ordinance;
(ii) the structure is in an area where a public water distribution system with fire
hydrants does not exist as required in Utah Administrative Code, R309-550-5, Water Main
Design;
(iii) the only fire apparatus access road has a grade greater than 10% for more than 500
continual feet; [
or
]
[
(iv) (A) the water supply to the structure does not provide at least 500 gallons fire
flow per minute for a minimum of 30 minutes, if the total square foot living space of the
structure is equal to or less than 5,000 square feet;
]
[
(B) the water supply to the structure does not provide at least 750 gallons per minute
fire flow for a minimum of 30 minutes, if the total square foot living space exceeds 5,000
square feet, but is equal to or less than 10,000 square feet; or
]
[
(C) the water supply to the structure does not provide at least 1,000 gallons per minute
fire flow for a minimum of 30 minutes, if the total square foot living space exceeds 10,000
square feet."
]
(iv) the total floor area of all floor levels within the exterior walls of the dwelling unit
exceeds 10,000 square feet; or
(v) the total floor area of all floor levels within the exterior walls of the dwelling unit is
double the average of the total floor area of all floor levels of unsprinkled homes in the
subdivision that are no larger than 10,000 square feet.
(b) In IFC, Chapter 5, Section 506.1, Where Required, is deleted and rewritten as
follows: "Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured
openings or where immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the
fire code official, after consultation with the building owner, may require a key box to be
installed in an approved location. The key box shall contain keys to gain necessary access as
required by the fire code official. For each fire jurisdiction that has at least one building with a
required key box, the fire jurisdiction shall adopt an ordinance, resolution, or other operating
rule or policy that creates a process to ensure that each key to each key box is properly
accounted for and secure."
(c) In IFC, Chapter 5, a new Section 507.1.1, Isolated one- and two-family dwellings,
is added as follows: "Fire flow may be reduced for an isolated one- and two-family dwelling
when the authority having jurisdiction over the dwelling determines that the development of a
full fire-flow requirement is impractical."
(d) In IFC, Chapter 5, a new Section 507.1.2, Pre-existing subdivision lots, is added as
follows [
"Total water supply requirements
]
:
 "507.1.2 Pre-existing subdivision lots. 
 The requirements for a pre-existing subdivision lot 
 shall not exceed the [
fire flows
]
requirements
 described in Section 501.5[
(iv) for the largest one- or two-family dwelling,
protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system, on a subdivision lot platted before December
31, 1980, unless the municipality or county in which the lot is located provides the required fire
flow capacity
]."
(e) In IFC, Chapter 5, Section 510.1, Emergency Responder Radio Coverage in New
Buildings, is amended by adding: "When required by the fire code official," at the beginning of
the first paragraph.
(2) For IFC, Chapter 6, Building Services and Systems:
(a) Delete the section title "605.11.1.2 Solar photovoltaic systems for Group R-3." and
replace with the section title "605.11.1.2 Solar photovoltaic systems for Group R-3 and
buildings constructed in accordance with IRC."
(b) Section 605.11.1.2, Solar photovoltaic systems for Group R-3, Exception, is
deleted and rewritten as follows: "Exception: Reduction in pathways and clear access width
shall be permitted where shown that a rational approach has been used and that the reductions
are warranted, and approved by the fire code official."
[
(a)
] 
(c)
 In IFC, Chapter 6, Section [
605.11.3.3.1
] 
605.11.1.3.1
, Access, is deleted and
rewritten as follows: "There shall be a minimum three foot wide (914 mm) clear perimeter
around the edges of the roof."
[
(b)
] 
(d)
 In IFC, Chapter 6, Section [
605.11.3.3.2
] 
605.11.1.3.2
, Pathways, is deleted
and rewritten as follows: "The solar installation shall be designed to provide designated
pathways. The pathways shall meet the following requirements:
1. The pathway shall be over areas capable of supporting the live load of fire fighters
accessing the roof.
2. The centerline axis pathways shall be provided in both axes of the roof. Centerline
axis pathways shall run where the roof structure is capable of supporting the live load of fire
fighters accessing the roof.
3. Smoke and heat vents required by Section 910.2.1 or 910.2.2 of this Code, shall be
provided with a clear pathway width of not less than three feet (914 mm) to vents.
4. Access to roof area required by Section [
504.2 or 1009.16
] 
504.3 or 1011.12
 of this
Code, shall be provided with a clear pathway width of not less than three feet (914 mm) around
access opening and at least three feet (914 mm) clear pathway to parapet or roof edge."
[
(c) In IFC, Chapter 6, Section 605.11.3.2, Residential Systems for One and Two
Family Dwellings, is deleted and rewritten as follows: "Access to residential systems for one
and two family dwellings shall be provided in accordance with Sections 605.11.3.2.1 through
605.11.3.2.4.
]
[
Exception: Reduction in pathways and clear access width shall be permitted where
shown that a rational approach has been used and that such reductions are warranted when
approved by the Fire Code Official."
]
[
(d)
] 
(e)
 In IFC, Chapter 6, Section [
605.11.3.3.3
] 
605.11.1.3.3
, Smoke Ventilation, is
deleted and rewritten as follows: "The solar installation shall be designed to meet the following
requirements:
1. Arrays shall be no greater than 150 feet (45.720 mm) by 150 feet (45.720 mm) in
distance in either axis in order to create opportunities for fire department smoke ventilation
operations.
2. Smoke ventilation options between array sections shall be one of the following:
2.1. A pathway six feet (1829 mm) or greater in width.
2.2. A three foot (914 mm) or greater in width pathway and bordering roof skylights or
smoke and heat vents when required by Section 910.2.1 or Section 910.2.2 of this Code.
2.3. Smoke and heat vents designed for remote operation using devices that can be
connected to the vent by mechanical, electrical, or any other suitable means, shall be protected
as necessary to remain operable for the design period. Controls for remote operation shall be
located in a control panel, clearly identified and located in an approved location."
[
(e)
] 
(f)
 In IFC, Chapter 6, Section [
607.4
] 
607.7
, Elevator Key Location, is deleted
and rewritten as follows: "Firefighter service keys shall be kept in a "Supra-Stor-a-key"
elevator key box or similar box with corresponding key system that is adjacent to the elevator
for immediate use by the fire department. The key box shall contain one key for each elevator,
one key for lobby control, and any other keys necessary for emergency service. The elevator
key box shall be accessed using a 6049 numbered key."
[
(f)
] 
(g)
 In IFC, Chapter 6, Section 609.1, General, is amended as follows: On line
three, after the word "Code", add the words "and NFPA 96".
(3) For IFC, Chapter 7, Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction, IFC, Chapter 7, Section
703.2, is amended to add the following: "Exception: In Group E Occupancies, where the
corridor serves an occupant load greater than 30 and the building does not have an automatic
fire sprinkler system installed, the door closers may be of the friction hold-open type on
classrooms' doors with a rating of 20 minutes or less only."
Section 5. Section 
15A-5-204
 is amended to read:
15A-5-204.
Amendments and additions to IFC related to fire protection systems.
For IFC, Fire Protection Systems:
(1) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 901.2, Construction Documents, is amended to add the
following at the end of the section: "The code official has the authority to request record
drawings ("as builts") to verify any modifications to the previously approved construction
documents."
(2) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 901.4.6, Pump and Riser Room Size, is deleted and
replaced with the following: "Pump and Riser Room Size. Fire pump and automatic sprinkler
system riser rooms shall be designed with adequate space for all installed equipment necessary
for the installation and to provide sufficient working space around the stationary equipment. 
Clearances around equipment shall be in accordance with manufacturer requirements and not
less than the following minimum elements:
901.4.6.1 A minimum clear and unobstructed distance of 12 inches shall be provided
from the installed equipment to the elements of permanent construction.
901.4.6.2 A minimum clear and unobstructed distance of 12 inches shall be provided
between all other installed equipment and appliances.
901.4.6.3 A clear and unobstructed width of 36 inches shall be provided in front of all
installed equipment and appliances, to allow for inspection, service, repair or replacement
without removing such elements of permanent construction or disabling the function of a
required fire-resistance-rated assembly.
901.4.6.4 Automatic sprinkler system riser rooms shall be provided with a clear and
unobstructed passageway to the riser room of not less than 36 inches, and openings into the
room shall be clear and unobstructed, with doors swinging in the outward direction from the
room and the opening providing a clear width of not less than 34 inches and a clear height of
the door opening shall not be less than 80 inches.
901.4.6.5 Fire pump rooms shall be provided with a clear and unobstructed
passageway to the fire pump room of not less than 72 inches, and openings into the room shall
be clear, unobstructed and large enough to allow for the removal of the largest piece of
equipment, with doors swinging in the outward direction from the room and the opening
providing a clear width of not less than 68 inches and a clear height of the door opening shall
not be less than 80 inches."
(3) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.2.1.2, Group A-2, is amended to add the following
subsection: "4. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be provided throughout Group A-2
occupancies where indoor pyrotechnics are used."
(4) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.2.2, Ambulatory Health Care Facilities, is amended as
follows: On line two delete the words "all fire areas floor" and replace with the word
"buildings" and delete the last paragraph.
(5) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.2.4, Group F-1, Subsection 2, is deleted and rewritten
as follows: "A Group F-1 fire area is located more than three stories above the lowest level of
fire department vehicle access."
(6) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.2.7, Group M, Subsection 2, is deleted and rewritten as
follows: "A Group M fire area is located more than three stories above the lowest level of fire
department vehicle access."
(7) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.2.8 Group R, [
is amended to add the following:
"Exception: Detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings
(townhouses) constructed in accordance with the International Residential Code for one- and
two-family dwellings."
] 
including all subsections, is deleted and rewritten as follows:
"903.2.8 Group R.
An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be
proved throughout all buildings with a Group R fire area.
Exceptions:
1. Detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings
(townhouses) constructed in accordance with the International Residential Code for One- and
Two-Family Dwellings.
2. Single story Group R-1 occupancies with fire areas not more than 2,000 square feet
that contain no installed plumbing or heating, where no cooking occurs, and constructed of
Type I-A, I-B, II-A, or II-B construction.
3. Group R-4 fire areas not more than 4,500 gross square feet and not containing more
than 16 residents, provided the building is equipped throughout with an approved fire alarm
system that is interconnected and receives its primary power from the building wiring and a
commercial power system.
903.2.8.1 Group R-4 Condition 2.
An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 shall be
permitted in Group R-4 Condition 2 occupancies. Attics shall be protected in accordance with
Section 903.2.8.1.1 or 903.2.8.1.2.
903.2.8.1.1 Attics used for living purposes, storage, or fuel-fired equipment.
Attics used for living purposes, storage, or fuel-fired equipment shall be protected
throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2.
903.2.8.1.2 Attics not used for living purposes, storage, or fuel-fired equipment.
Attics not used for living purposes, storage, or fuel-fired equipment shall be protected
in accordance with one of the following:
1. Attics protected throughout by a heat detector system arranged to activate the
building fire alarm system in accordance with Section 907.2.10.
2. Attics constructed of noncombustible materials.
3. Attics constructed of fire-retardant-treated wood framing complying with Section
2303.2 of the International Building Code.
4. The automatic sprinkler system shall be extended to provide protection throughout
the attic space."
[
(8) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.2.8, Group R, is amended to add a second exception
as follows: "Exception: Group R-4 fire areas not more than 4,500 gross square feet and not
containing more than 16 residents, provided the building is equipped throughout with an
approved fire alarm system that is interconnected and receives its primary power from the
building wiring and a commercial power system."
]
[
(9) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.2.8 Group R, is amended to add a third exception as
follows: "Exception: Single story group R-1 occupancies with fire areas not more than 2,000
square feet that contain no installed plumbing or heating, where no cooking occurs, and
constructed of Type I-A, I-B, II-A, or II-B construction."
]
[
(10)
] 
(8)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.2.9, Group S-1, Subsection 2, is deleted and
rewritten as follows: "A Group S-1 fire area is located more than three stories above the lowest
level of fire department vehicle access."
[
(11) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.3.1.1 is amended by adding the following
subsection: "903.3.1.1.2 Antifreeze Limitations. Antifreeze used in a new automatic sprinkler
system installed in accordance with NFPA 13 may not exceed a maximum concentration of
38% premixed propylene glycol or 48% premixed glycerin, and the capacity of the system may
not exceed 150 gallons."
]
[
(12) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.3.1.2 is amended by adding the following
subsection: "903.3.1.2.2 Antifreeze Limitations. Antifreeze used in a new automatic sprinkler
system installed in accordance with NFPA 13R may not exceed a maximum concentration of
38% premixed propylene glycol or 48% premixed glycerin, and the capacity of the system may
not exceed 150 gallons."
]
[
(13) IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.3.1.3 is amended by adding the following
subsection: "903.3.1.3.1 Antifreeze Limitations. Antifreeze used in a new automatic sprinkler
system installed in accordance with NFPA 13D may not exceed a maximum concentration of
38% premixed propylene glycol or 48% premixed glycerin, and the capacity of the system may
not exceed 150 gallons."
]
[
(14)
] 
(9)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.3.5, Water supplies, is amended as follows: On
line six, after the word "Code", add "and as amended in Utah's State Construction Code".
[
(15)
] 
(10)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section 903.5 is amended to add the following subsection:
"903.5.1 Tag and Information. A tag shall be attached to the riser indicating the date the
antifreeze solution was tested. The tag shall also indicate the type and concentration of
antifreeze solution by volume with which the system is filled, the name of the contractor that
tested the antifreeze solution, the contractor's license number, and a warning to test the
concentration of the antifreeze solutions at yearly intervals."
[
(16)
] 
(11)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section 904.11, Commercial cooking systems, is deleted
and rewritten as follows: "The automatic fire extinguishing system for commercial cooking
systems shall be of a type recognized for protection of commercial cooking equipment and
exhaust systems. Pre-engineered automatic extinguishing systems shall be tested in accordance
with UL300 and listed and labeled for the intended application. The system shall be installed
in accordance with this code, its listing and the manufacturer's installation instructions. The
exception in Section 904.11 is not deleted and shall remain as currently written in the IFC."
[
(17)
] 
(12)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section [
904.11.3
] 
904.12.3
, Carbon dioxide systems, and
Section [
904.11.3.1
] 
904.12.3.1
, Ventilation system, are deleted and rewritten as follows:
[
(a)
] "
904.123 existing automatic fire extinguishing systems used for commercial
cooking.
 Existing automatic fire extinguishing systems used for commercial cooking that
use dry chemical are prohibited and shall be removed from service.[
"
]
[
(b) "
] 
904.12.3.1 UL300 listed and labeled existing wet chemical fire extinguishing
system.
Existing wet chemical fire extinguishing systems used for commercial cooking that are
not UL300 listed and labeled are prohibited and shall be either removed or upgraded to a
UL300 listed and labeled system."
[
(18)
] 
(13)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section [
904.11.4
] 
904.12.4
, Special provisions for
automatic sprinkler systems, is amended to add the following subsection: "[
904.11.4.2
]
904.12.4.2
 Existing automatic fire sprinkler systems protecting commercial cooking
equipment, hood, and exhaust systems that generate appreciable depth of cooking oils shall be
replaced with a UL300 system that is listed and labeled for the intended application."
[
(19)
] 
(14)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section [
904.11.6.2
] 
906.12.6.2
, Extinguishing system
service, is amended to add the following: "Exception: Automatic fire extinguishing systems
located in occupancies where usage is limited and less than six consecutive months may be
serviced annually if the annual service is conducted immediately before the period of usage,
and approval is received from the AHJ."
[
(20)
] 
(15)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section 905.3.9 is a new subsection as follows: "Open
Parking Garages. Open parking garages shall be equipped with an approved Class I manual
standpipe system when fire department access is not provided for firefighting operations to
within 150 feet of all portions of the open parking garage as measured from the approved fire
department vehicle access. Class I manual standpipe shall be accessible throughout the parking
garage such that all portions of the parking structure are protected within 150 feet of a hose
connection.
Exception: Open parking garages equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler
system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1."
[
(21)
] 
(16)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section 905.8, Dry Standpipes, Exception is deleted and
rewritten as follows: "Where subject to freezing conditions and approved by the fire code
official."
[
(22)
] 
(17)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section 905.11, Existing buildings, and IFC, Chapter 11,
Section 1103.6, Standpipes, are deleted.
[
(23)
] 
(18)
 In IFC, Chapter 9, Section 906.1, Where Required, [
the exception under
paragraph 1 is deleted and rewritten to read: "Exception: In new and existing Group A, B, and
E occupancies equipped with quick response sprinklers, portable fire extinguishers shall be
required only in locations specified in items 2 through 6.
] 
insert an additional exception as
follows:
"Exception: In new and existing Group E occupancies equipped with quick response
sprinklers, portable fire extinguishers shall be required only in locations specified in items 2
through 6."
[
(24)
] 
(19)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section 907.2.3 Group E:
(a) The first sentence is deleted and rewritten as follows: "A manual fire alarm system
that [
initiates
] 
activates
 the occupant notification system in accordance with Section 907.5 and
installed in accordance with Section 907.6
, and with rules made by the Utah Fire Prevention
Board in accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act,
 shall be
installed in Group E occupancies."
(b) Exception 2, delete entirely.
[
(b)
] 
(c)
 Exception number [
] 
4.2
, on line five, delete the words, "emergency
voice/alarm communication system" and replace with [
"occupant notification system."
] 
"fire
alarm."
[
(25)
] 
(20)
 IFC, Chapter 9, 907.8, Inspection, testing, and maintenance, is amended to
add the following sentences at the end of the section: "Increases in nuisance alarms shall
require the fire alarm system to be tested for sensitivity. Fire alarm systems that continue after
sensitivity testing with unwarranted nuisance alarms shall be replaced as directed by the AHJ."
[
(26)
] 
(21)
 IFC, Chapter 9, Section [
908.7
] 
, Carbon Monoxide [
Alarms
] 
Detection
,
is deleted and rewritten as follows:
[
"908.7 Carbon Monoxide Detection.
]
[
908.7.1 Groups R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, I-1, and I-4. Carbon monoxide detection shall be
installed on each habitable level of a dwelling unit or a sleeping unit in Groups R-1, R-2, R-3,
R-4, I-1, and I-4 occupancies that are equipped with a fuel-burning appliance.
]
[
908.7.1.1 If more than one carbon monoxide detector is required, the carbon
monoxide detectors shall be interconnected as required in IFC, Chapter 9, Section 907.2.11.3.
]
[
908.7.1.2 In new construction, a carbon monoxide detector shall receive its primary
power as required under IFC, Chapter 9, Section 907.2.11.4.
]
[
908.7.1.3 Upon completion of the installation, a carbon monoxide detector system
shall meet the requirements listed in NFPA 720, Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detection
and Warning Equipment and UL 2075, Standard for Gas and Vapor Detectors and Sensors.
]
"915. Carbon Monoxide Detection.
915.1 Where required.
Group I-1, I-2, I-4, and R occupancies located in a building containing a fuel-burning
appliance or in a building that has an attached garage shall be equipped with single-station
carbon monoxide alarms. The carbon monoxide alarms shall be listed as complying with UL
or UL 2075 and be installed and maintained in accordance with NFPA 720 and the
manufacturer's instructions. An open parking garage, as defined in Chapter 2, or an enclosed
parking garage, ventilated in accordance with Section 404 of the International Mechanical
Code, shall not be considered an attached garage. A minimum of one carbon monoxide alarm
shall be installed on each habitable level.
915.2 Interconnection.
Where more than one carbon monoxide alarm is required to be installed within Group
I-1, I-2, I-4, or R occupancies, the carbon monoxide alarm shall be interconnected in such a
manner that the activation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms. Physical interconnection
of carbon monoxide alarms shall not be required where listed wireless alarms are installed and
all alarms sound upon activation of one alarm. The alarm shall be clearly audible in all
bedrooms over background noise levels with all intervening doors closed.
915.3 Power source.
In new construction, required carbon monoxide alarms shall receive their primary
power from the building wiring where such wiring is served from a commercial source and
shall be equipped with a battery backup. Carbon monoxide alarms with integral strobes that
are not equipped with battery backup shall be connected to an emergency electrical system. 
Carbon monoxide alarms shall emit a signal when the batteries are low. Wiring shall be
permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than as required for overcurrent
protection.
Exceptions.
1. Carbon monoxide alarms are not required to be equipped with battery backup where
they are connected to an emergency electrical system.
2. Hard wiring of carbon monoxide alarms in existing areas shall not be required where
the alterations or repairs do not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes
exposing the structure. Unless there is an attic, crawl space, or basement available that could
provide access for hard wiring, without the removal of interior finishes.
[
908.7.2
] 
915.4
 Group E.
A carbon monoxide detection system shall be installed in new buildings that contain
Group E occupancies in accordance with [
IFC, Chapter 9, Sections 908.7.2.1 through
908.7.2.6.
] 
this section.
 A carbon monoxide detection system shall be installed in existing
buildings that contain Group E occupancies in accordance with IFC, Chapter 11, Section
1103.9.
[
908.7.2.1
] 
915.4.1
 Where required.
In Group E occupancies, a carbon monoxide detection system shall be provided where a
fuel-burning appliance, a fuel-burning fireplace, or a fuel-burning forced air furnace is present.
[
908.7.2.2
] 
915.4.2
 Detection equipment.
Each carbon monoxide detection system shall be installed in accordance with NFPA
720 and the manufacturer's instructions, and be listed
, for single station detectors, as complying
with UL 2034, and for system detectors,
 as complying with UL 2075.
[
908.7.2.3 Locations. Each carbon monoxide detection system shall be installed in the
locations specified in NFPA 720.
]
[
908.7.2.4
] 
915.4.3
 Combination detectors.
A combination carbon monoxide/smoke detector is an acceptable alternative to a
carbon monoxide detection system if the combination carbon monoxide/smoke detector is
listed in accordance with UL 2075 and UL 268.
[
908.7.2.5
] 
915.4.4
 Power source.
Each carbon monoxide detection system shall receive primary power from the building
wiring if the wiring is served from a commercial source. If primary power is interrupted, each
carbon monoxide detection system shall receive power from a battery. Wiring shall be
permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than that required for over-current
protection.
[
908.7.2.6
] 
915.4.5
 Maintenance.
Each carbon monoxide detection system shall be maintained in accordance with NFPA
720. A carbon monoxide detection system that becomes inoperable or begins to produce
end-of-life signals shall be replaced."
[
(27) IFC Section 908.7.1 is renumbered to 908.7.3.
]
Section 6. Section 
15A-5-205
 is amended to read:
15A-5-205.
 Amendments and additions to IFC related to means of egress and
special processes and uses.
(1) In IFC, Chapter 10, Section 1008.2.1, Illumination level under normal power,
delete exemption.
[
(1)
] 
(2)
 IFC, Chapter 10, Section [
1008.1.9.6, Special locking arrangements in Group
I-2, is amended as follows:
]
[
(a) The section title "Special locking arrangements in Group I-2." is rewritten to read
"Special locking arrangements in Groups I-1 and I-2."
]
[
(b) On line three, delete the word "Group", and add the words "Group I-1 and".
]
[
(c) After
] 
1010.1.9.6, Controlled egress doors in groups I-1 and I-2, after
 existing Item
[
] 
 add Item [
] 
 as follows: "[
] 
. The secure area or unit with special egress locks shall
be located at the level of exit discharge in Type V construction."
[
(2)
] 
(3)
 In IFC, Chapter 10, Section [
1008.1.9.7
] 
1010.1.9.7
, Delayed egress locks,
Item [
] 
 is added after the existing Item [
] 
 as follows: "[
] 
. The secure area or unit with
delayed egress locks shall be located at the level of exit discharge in Type V construction."
[
(3)
] 
(4)
 In IFC, Chapter 10, Section [
[B] 1009.7.2, Stair Treads and Risers, Exception
] 
[BE] 1011.5.2, Riser height and tread depth, Exception 3
 is deleted and replaced with the
following: "[
] 
. In Group R-3 occupancies, within dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies,
and in Group U occupancies that are accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy, or accessory to
individual dwelling units in Group R-2 occupancies, the maximum riser height shall be 8
inches (203 mm) and the minimum tread depth shall be 9 inches (229 mm). The minimum
winder tread depth at the walk line shall be 10 inches (254 mm), and the minimum winder
tread depth shall be 6 inches (152 mm). A nosing not less than 0.75 inch (19.1 mm) but not
more than 1.25 inches (32 mm) shall be provided on stairways with solid risers where the tread
depth is less than 10 inches (254 mm)."
[
(4)
] 
(5)
 IFC, Chapter 10, Section [
1009.12 [B] 1009.15
] 
[BE] 1011.11
, Handrails, is
amended to add the following exception: "[
] 
. In occupancies in Group R-3, as applicable in
Section [
] 
 and in occupancies in Group U, which are accessory to an occupancy in
Group R-3, as applicable in Section [
] 
, handrails shall be provided on at least one
side of stairways consisting of four or more risers."
(6) IFC, Chapter 10, Section 1013.5, Internally illuminated exit signs, delete and
rewrite the last sentence to read "Exit signs shall be illuminated at all times, including when the
building is not fully occupied."
[
(5)
] 
(7)
 IFC, Chapter 10, Section [
] 
, Luminous Egress Path Markings, is
deleted.
(8) IFC, Chapter 10, Section 1029.14, Seat stability, delete Exemption 2 and renumber
exemptions.
[
(6)
] 
(9)
 IFC, Chapter 10, Section [
1030.2.1
] 
1031.2.1
, Security Devices and Egress
Locks, is amended to add the following: On line three, after the word "fire", add the words "and
building."
Section 7. Section 
15A-5-205.5
 is amended to read:
15A-5-205.5.
Amendments to Chapter 11 of IFC.
(1) In IFC, Chapter 11, Section 1103.2 Emergency Responder Radio Coverage in
Existing Buildings, is amended as follows: On line two after the title, the following is added:
"When required by the fire code official".
(2) IFC, Chapter 11, Section [
1103.5, Sprinkler Systems, is amended to add the
following new subsection: "1103.5.3
] 
1103.5.1 Group A-2, is deleted and replaced with the
following:
"1103.5.1
 Group A-2. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be provided throughout
existing Group A-2 occupancies where indoor pyrotechnics are used."
(3) IFC, Chapter 11, Section 1103.6, Standpipes, is deleted.
(4) In IFC, Chapter 11, 1103.7, Fire Alarm Systems, is deleted and rewritten as
follows: "1103.7, Fire Alarm Systems. The following shall have an approved fire alarm system
installed in accordance with Utah Administrative Code Section R710-4:
1. a building with an occupant load of 300 or more persons that is owned or operated
by the state;
2. a building with an occupant load of 300 or more persons that is owned or operated
by an institution of higher education; and
3. a building with an occupant load of 50 or more persons that is owned or operated by
a school district, private school, or charter school.
Exception: the requirements of this section do not apply to a building designated as an
Institutional Group I (as defined in IFC 202) occupancy."
(5) IFC, Chapter 11, 1103.7.1 Group E, 1103.7.2 Group I-1, 1103.7.3 Group I-2,
1103.7.4 Group I-3, 1103.7.5 Group R-1, 1103.7.5.1 Group R-1 Hotel and Motel Manual Fire
Alarm System, 1103.7.5.1.1 Group R-1 Hotel and Motel Automatic Smoke Detection System,
1103.7.5.2 Group R-1 Boarding and Rooming Houses Manual Fire Alarm System, 1103.7.5.2.1
Group R-1 Boarding and Rooming Houses Automatic Smoke Detection System, 1103.7.6
Group R-2 and 1103.7.7 Group R-4, are deleted.
(6) IFC, Chapter 11, Section 1103.9, Carbon Monoxide Alarms, is deleted and
rewritten as follows:
"1103.9 Carbon Monoxide Detection.
[
1103.9.1 Groups R-2, R-3, R-4, I-1, and I-4. Carbon monoxide detection shall be
installed on each habitable level of a dwelling unit or a sleeping unit in existing Groups R-2,
R-3, R-4, I-1, and I-4 occupancies that are equipped with a fuel-burning appliance.
]
[
1103.9.1.1 If more than one carbon monoxide detector is required, they shall be
interconnected as required in IFC, Chapter 9, Section 907.2.11.3.
]
[
1103.9.1.2 In new construction, a carbon monoxide detector shall receive its primary
power as required under IFC, Chapter 9, Section 907.2.11.4.
]
[
1103.9.1.3 Upon completion of the installation, the carbon monoxide detector system
shall meet the requirements listed in NFPA 720, Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detection
and Warning Equipment and UL 2034, Standard for Single and Multiple Carbon Monoxide
Alarms.
]
[
1103.9.2 Group E. Carbon monoxide detection shall be installed in existing buildings
that contain Group E occupancies in accordance with IFC, Chapter 9, Sections 908.7.2.1
through 908.7.2.6."
]
Existing Groups E, I-1, I-2, I-4, and R occupancies shall be equipped with carbon
monoxide detection in accordance with Section 915."
Section 8. Section 
15A-5-206
 is amended to read:
15A-5-206.
Amendments and additions to IFC related to hazardous materials,
explosives, fireworks, and flammable and combustible liquids.
(1) For IFC, Hazardous Materials - General Provisions, Chapter 50, Table 5003.1.1(1),
Maximum Allowable Quantity per Control Area of Hazardous Materials Posing a Physical
Hazard, apply footnote d to Consumer Fireworks, Storage, Solid Pounds.
[
(1)
] 
(2)
 For IFC, Explosives and Fireworks, IFC, Chapter 56, Section 5601.3,
Fireworks, Exception 4 is amended to add the following sentence at the end of the exception:
"The use of fireworks for display and retail sales is allowed as set forth in Utah Code, Title 53,
Chapter 7, Utah Fire Prevention and Safety Act, Sections 
53-7-220
 through 
53-7-225
; Utah
Code, Title 11, Chapter 3, County and Municipal Fireworks Act; Utah Administrative Code,
R710-2; and the State Fire Code."
[
(2)
] 
(3)
 For IFC, Chapter 57, Flammable and Combustible Liquids:
(a) IFC, Chapter 57, Section 5701.4, Permits, is amended to add the following at the
end of the section: "The owner of an underground tank that is out of service for longer than one
year shall receive a Temporary Closure Notice from the Department of Environmental Quality,
and a copy shall be given to the AHJ."
(b) IFC, Chapter 57, Section 5706.1, General, is amended to add the following special
operation: "8. Sites approved by the AHJ".
(c) IFC, Chapter 57, Section 5706.2, Storage and dispensing of flammable and
combustible liquids on farms and construction sites, is amended to add the following: On line
five, after the words "borrow pits", add the words "and sites approved by the AHJ".
[
(3)
] 
(4)
 For IFC, Chapter 61, Liquefied Petroleum Gas:
(a) IFC, Chapter 61, Section 6101.2, Permits, is amended as follows: On line two, after
the word "105.7", add "and the adopted LP Gas rules".
(b) IFC, Chapter 61, Section 6103.1, General, is deleted and rewritten as follows:
"General. LP Gas equipment shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 54, NFPA 58, the
adopted LP Gas rules, and the International Fuel Gas Code, except as otherwise provided in
this chapter."
(c) Chapter 61, Section 6109.12, Location of storage outside of buildings, is amended
as follows: In Table 6109.12, Doorway or opening to a building with two or more means of
egress, with regard to quantities 720 or less and 721 -- 2,500, the currently stated "5" is deleted
and replaced with "10".
(d) IFC, Chapter 61, Section 6109.15.1, Automated Cylinder Exchange Stations, is
amended as follows: Item # 4 is deleted.
(e) IFC, Chapter 61, Section 6110.1, Temporarily out of service, is amended as
follows: On line two, after the word "discontinued", add the words "for more than one year or
longer as allowed by the AHJ,".
Section 9. Section 
15A-5-207
 is amended to read:
15A-5-207.
Amendments and additions to IFC related to existing buildings and
referenced standards.
[
IFC, Chapter 80, Referenced Standards, is amended as follows:
]
[
(1) Under the heading NFPA - National Fire Protection Association, delete the
existing "Standard reference number" with regard to the edition and replace it with the
following:
]
[
(a) "NFPA, Standard 10, Portable Fire Extinguishers, 2010 edition";
]
[
(b) "NFPA, Standard 11, Low-, Medium- and High-expansion Foam, 2010 edition";
]
[
(c) "NFPA, Standard 12, Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems, 2008 edition";
]
[
(d) "NFPA, Standard 12A, Halon 1301 Fire Extinguishing System, 2009 edition";
]
[
(e) "NFPA, Standard 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2010 edition";
]
[
(f) "NFPA, Standard 13D, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-family
Dwellings and Manufactured Homes, 2010 edition";
]
[
(g) "NFPA, Standard 13R, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential
Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height, 2010 edition";
]
[
(h) "NFPA, Standard 14, Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems, 2010 edition";
]
[
(i) "NFPA, Standard 17, Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems, 2009 edition";
]
[
(j) "NFPA, Standard 17A, Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems, 2009 edition";
]
[
(k) "NFPA, Standard 20, Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection, 2010
edition";
]
[
(l) "NFPA, Standard 22, Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection, 2008 edition";
]
[
(m) "NFPA, Standard 24, Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their
Appurtenances, 2010 edition";
]
[
(n) "NFPA, Standard 72, National Fire Alarm Code, 2010 edition," all "Referenced in
code section numbers" remain the same, except the exclusion of Table 508.1.5;
]
[
(o) "NFPA, Standard 92B, Smoke Management Systems in Malls, Atria and Large
Spaces, 2009 edition";
]
[
(p) "NFPA, Standard 101, Life Safety Code, 2009 edition";
]
[
(q) "NFPA, Standard 110, Emergency and Standby Power Systems, 2010 edition";
]
[
(r) "NFPA 720, Installation of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection and Warning
Equipment, 2009 edition";
]
[
(s) "NFPA, Standard 750, Water Mist Fire Protection Systems, 2010 edition"; and
]
[
(t) "NFPA, Standard 1123, Fireworks Display, 2010 edition."
]
[
(2) Under the heading UL -- Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., add the following:
"UL2034, Standard for Single and Multiple Station Carbon Monoxide Alarms, 1998."
]
IFC, Chapter 80, Referenced Standards, is amended as follows:
Under the heading NFPA - National Fire Protection Association, add Standard
reference: "NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial
Cooking Operations, 2011 edition."
Section 10. Section 
15A-5-302
 is amended to read:
15A-5-302.
Amendments and additions to NFPA related to National Fire Alarm
Code.
For NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code
, 2013 edition
:
(1) NFPA 72, Chapter 2, Section 2.2, NFPA Publications, is amended to add the
following NFPA standard: "NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for
Fire Protection, [
] 
 edition."
(2) NFPA 72, Chapter 10, Section [
10.4.1
] 
10.5.1
, System Designer, Subsection
[
10.4.1.2(2)
] 
10.5.1.1.2(2)
, is deleted and rewritten as follows: "National Institute of
Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) fire alarm level II certified personnel."
(3) NFPA 72, Chapter 10, Section [
10.4.2
] 
10.5.2
, System Installer, Subsection
[
10.4.2.2(2)
] 
10.5.2.2(2)
, is deleted and rewritten as follows: "National Institute of Certification
in Engineering Technologies (NICET) fire alarm level II certified personnel."
(4) NFPA 72, Chapter 10, Section 10.5.3, Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
Personnel, Subsection 10.5.3.1, is deleted and rewritten as follows:
"Service personnel shall be qualified and experienced in the inspection, testing, and
maintenance of fire alarm systems. Qualified personnel shall meet the certification
requirements stated in rule made by the State Fire Prevention Board in accordance with Title
63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act."
[
(4)
] 
(5)
 NFPA 72, Chapter 10, Section [
10.10
] 
10.13
, Fire Alarm Signal Deactivation,
Subsection [
10.10.2
] 
10.13.2
, is amended to add the following sentence: "When approved by
the AHJ, the audible notification appliances may be deactivated during the investigation mode
to prevent unauthorized reentry into the building."
[
(5) NFPA 72, Chapter 10, Section 10.15, Protection of Fire Alarm System, is deleted
and rewritten as follows: "Automatic smoke detection shall be provided at the location of each
fire alarm control unit(s), notification appliance circuit power extenders, and supervising
station transmitting equipment to provide notification of fire at the location."
]
[
(6) In NFPA 72, Chapter 10, Section 10.15, a new Exception 1 is added as follows:
"When ambient conditions prohibit installation of automatic smoke detection, automatic heat
detection shall be permitted."
]
[
(7)
] 
(6)
 In NFPA 72, Chapter 23, Section 23.8.5.9, Signal Initiation -- Fire Pump,
Subsection 23.8.5.9.3 is added as follows: "Automatic fire pumps shall be supervised in
accordance with NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire
Protection, and the AHJ."
[
(8)
] 
(7)
 NFPA 72, Chapter 26, Section 26.3.4, Indication of Central Station Service,
Subsection 26.3.4.7 is amended as follows: On line two, after the word "notified", insert the
words "without delay".
[
(9) NFPA 72, Chapter 10, Section 10.4.3 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
Personnel, Subsection 10.4.3.1, is deleted and rewritten as follows: "Service personnel shall be
qualified and experienced in the inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems. 
Qualified personnel shall meet the certification requirements stated in Utah Administrative
Code, R710-11-3, Fire Alarm System Inspecting and Testing."
]
Section 11. Section 
15A-5-304
 is enacted to read:
 15A-5-304.
Amendments and additions to NFPA related to Automatic Fire
Sprinklers Systems.
(1) NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2013 edition.
(a) NFPA 13, Chapter 8, Section 15.22, System Subdivision, is deleted and rewritten as
follows:
"8.15.22 System Subdivision - Floor/Zone Control Valves.
Individual floor/zone control valves shall be used at the riser at each floor for
connections to piping serving floor areas in excess of 5,000 square feet."
(b) NFPA 13, Chapter 8, Section 8.17.1.1, Local Waterflow Alarms, is amended by
adding a new subsection as follows:
"8.17.1.1.1 Single Tenant Occupancies.
An approved audible/visual waterflow alarm (horn/strobe) shall be provided in the
interior of the building, in a normally occupied location, to alert the occupants of the fire
sprinkler system activation."
(c) NFPA 13, Chapter 8, Section 8.17.1.1, Local Waterflow Alarms, is amended by
adding a new subsection as follows:
"8.17.1.1.2 Multi-Tenant Occupancies.
An approved audible/visual waterflow alarm (horn/strobe) shall be provided in the
interior of each tenant space, in a normally occupied location, to alert the occupants of the fire
sprinkler system activation."
(d) NFPA 13, Chapter 8, Section 8.17.1.1, Local Waterflow Alarms, is amended by
adding a new subsection as follows:
"8.17.1.1.3 Exterior Waterflow Alarm.
An approved audible/visual waterflow alarm (horn/strobe) shall be provided on the
exterior of the building in a location approved by the AHJ."
(2) NFPA 13D, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings
and Manufactured Homes, 2013 edition.
(a) NFPA 13D, Chapter 7, Section 7.6, Alarms, is amended by adding a new
subsection as follows:
"7.6.1 Exterior Waterflow Alarm.
When an alarm initiating device is included, an approved audible/visual waterflow
alarm (horn/strobe) shall be provided on the exterior of the building in a location approved by
the AHJ."
(b) NFPA 13D, Chapter 7, Section 7.6, Alarms, is amended by adding a new
subsection as follows:
"7.6.2 Interior Alarm.
When an alarm initiating device is included, an interior fire alarm notification appliance
is also required to sound throughout the dwelling. An approved audible sprinkler flow alarm to
alert the occupants of the dwelling in a normally occupied location when the flow switch is
activated must be provided."
(3) NFPA, Standard 13R, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies
up to and Including Four Stories in Height, 2013 edition.
(a) NFPA 13R, Chapter 6, Section 6.8, Valves, is amended by adding a new subsection
as follows:
"6.8.9 Floor/Zone Control Valves.
Individual floor/zone control valves shall be used at the riser at each floor for
connections to piping serving floor areas in excess of 5,000 square feet."
(b) NFPA 13R, Chapter 6, Section 16, Alarms, is amended by adding a new subsection
as follows:
"6.16.1.1 Local Waterflow Alarms.
An approved audible/visual waterflow alarm (horn/strobe) shall be provided in the
interior of each residential unit/tenant space, in a normally occupied location, to alert the
occupants of the fire sprinkler system activation."
(c) NFPA 13R, Chapter 6, Section 16, Alarms, is amended by adding a new subsection
as follows:
"6.16.1.2 Exterior Waterflow Alarm.
An approved audible/visual waterflow alarm (horn/strobe) shall be provided on the
exterior of the building in a location approved by the AHJ."
Section 12. Section 
53-7-225
 is amended to read:
53-7-225.
Times for sale and discharge of fireworks.
(1) This section supercedes any other code provision regarding the sale or discharge of
fireworks.
(2) A person may sell class C common state approved explosives in the state as
follows:
(a) beginning on June 23 and ending on July 27;
(b) beginning on December 29 and ending on December 31; and
(c) two days before and on the Chinese New Year's eve.
(3) Except as provided in Subsection (5), a county or municipality may not prohibit any
person from discharging class C common state approved explosives in the state as follows:
(a) between the hours of 11 a.m. and 11 p.m., except that on July 4 and July 24, the
hours are 11 a.m. to midnight:
(i) beginning on July 1 and ending on July 7; and
(ii) beginning on July 21 and ending on July 27;
(b) (i) beginning at 11 a.m. on December 31 and ending at 1 a.m. on the following day;
or
(ii) if New Year's eve is on a Sunday and the local governmental jurisdiction
determines to celebrate New Year's eve on the prior Saturday, then it is lawful to discharge
Class C common state approved explosives on that prior Saturday; and
(c) beginning at 11 a.m. on the Chinese New Year's eve and ending at 1 a.m. on the
following day.
(4) A person who violates the time restrictions stated in Subsection (3)(a), (b), or (c) is
guilty of an infraction.
(5) A county or municipality may prohibit any person from discharging class C
common state approved explosives:
(a) as provided in Subsection 
15A-5-202.5
(1)[
(c)
]
(b)
; or
(b) in accordance with a municipal ordinance prohibiting the negligent discharge of
class C common state approved explosives.
Section 13. 
Effective date.
This bill takes effect on July 1, 2016.