HomeMy WebLinkAbout95-113 CC ResolutionRESOLUTION NO. 95-113
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA SETTING
FORTH THE LOCAL CONDITIONS UPON WHICH A
DETERMINATION HAS BEEN MADE BY THE CITY
COUNCIL THAT MODIFICATIONS TO CHAPTER 15.16 OF
THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE, AMENDING THE
UNIFORM FIRE CODE, 1994 EDITION, ARE
REASONABLY NECESSARY TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC
HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE.
WHEREAS, certain building standards and other related uniform codes are adopted by
the State of California in the California Building Standards Code which becomes applicable in
the City unless amended by the City pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17958; and,
WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 17958.5 provides for the City Council to
make reasonably necessary changes or modifications based on certain local conditions before
adopting the most current edition of the model codes; and,
WHEREAS, the Building Official of the City of Temecula has determined and
recommended that the modifications to the Uniform Fire Code are reasonably required to be
adopted by the City of Temecula; and,
WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 requires the City Council to make
express findings of the necessity for modifications to the building standards in the most current
editions of the model codes as adopted by the State of California.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE, FIND, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of Temecula finds that the following
amendments and modifications to the Temecula Municipal Code and the Uniform Fire Code,
1994 edition, contained in Ordinance 95-_ are reasonably necessary due to consideration of
specific local climatic, geological or topographical conditions as follows:
Section 15.16.020. [Uniform Fire Code] Amendments
Section 1003.2 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
Required Installations
1. All Occupancies
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Unless State Codes, the Uniform Fire Code, or Uniform Building Code is more
restrictive, every structure hereafter constructed, except a residential structure of two
dwelling units or less, which exceeds the square footage listed in Table No. A-III-A-1
of the Uniform Fire Code requiring a fire flow of 1,500 gallons per minute, shall have
an approved automatic fire sprinkler system installed throughout therein.
2. Existing Occupancies
Unless State Codes, the Uniform Fire Code, or Uniform Building Code is more
restrictive, every existing structure to which additions are made, where either addition
itself exceeds the square footage listed in the Uniform Fire Code Table No. A-III-A-1
requiring a fire flow of 1,500 gallons per minute, shall have an approved automatic fire
sprinkler system installed throughout therein.
3. Change of Occupancy
Every existing structure to which a change of occupancy occurs shall install sprinklers
when required by the Uniform Building Code or Uniform Fire Code.
Section 1003.3.1 of the Uniform Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
Where Required
All valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems and water-flow
switches on sprinkler systems shall be electrically monitored.
Valve monitoring and water-flow and trouble signals shall be distinctly different and shall
be automatically transmitted to an approved central station, remove station or proprietary
monitoring station as defined by U.F.C. Standard 10-2 or, when approved by the Chief,
shall sound an audible signal at a constantly attend location. (Exception not modified).
These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following local conditions:
Climatic Conditions:
Generally Riverside County and the City of Temecula has an arid climate. Annual
rainfall varies from 3 inches in Blythe to over 33 inches in Pine Cove. Hot, dry Santa Ana
winds are common to areas within Riverside County. These winds constitute a contributing
factor which causes small fires originating in high density development presently being
constructed in the County of Riverside and the City of Temecula which spread quickly and
create the need for an increased level of fire protection. This added protection, including, but
not limited to on-site protection, will supplement normal Fire Department response available in
new development, and provide immediate fire protection for life and safety of multiple-
occupancy occupants during fire occurrence.
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Topographical Conditions:
Traffic and circulation congested in urban areas often place Fire Department response
time to emergencies at risk. This condition makes the need for enhanced on-site protection for
property occupants necessary.
Geological Conditions:
The City of Temecula is located in an area near high seismic activity. Because of the
degree of the City's urbanization and close proximity to major fault lines, the risk of structural
damage and loss of life due to ground shaking is considerable. During a major earthquake,
emergency resources would be extremely taxed, and the ability to respond to such emergencies
would be complicated. Local standards in excess of statewide minimums will assist in reducing
risks associated with earthquakes and the consequent disruption of traffic flow.
SECTION 2. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED, this 19th day of December, 1995.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE) SS
CITY OF TEMECULA )
I, June S. Greek, City Clerk of the City of Temecula, California, do hereby certify that
Resolution No. 95-113 was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of
Temecula at a regular meeting thereof held on the 19th day of December, 1995, by the following
vote:
AYES: 5
COUNCILMEMBERS:
Birdsall, Lindemans, Parks, Roberts,
Stone
NOES: 0
ABSENT: 0
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ne S. Greek, CMC
City Clerk
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