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Home My WebLink About95-112 CC ResolutionRESOLUTION NO. 95-112 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 15.04 OF THE TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDING THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, 1994 EDITION, THE UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, 1994 EDITION, THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, 1994 EDITION, AND THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 1993 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 Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, and the National Electrical 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 Building Code, 1994 edition, the Uniform Mechanical Code, 1994 edition, the Uniform Plumbing Code, 1994 edition, and the National Electrical Code, 1993 edition, contained in Ordinance 95-14 are reasonably necessary due to consideration of specific local climatic, geological or topographical conditions as follows: Resos\95-112 1 I. SECTION 15.04.030 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, 1994 EDITION. A. Section 106.2 Work Exempt from Permits. 5. Retaining walls... This amendment is reasonably necessary because of the following local conditions: 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. B. Section 904 Fire-Extinguishing Systems. Section 904.2.1 Where required... This amendment is 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. 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. Resos\95-112 2 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. C. Section 1503 Roof-Covering Requirements... This amendment is 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 climatic conditions cause extreme drying of vegetation and common building materials and predispose the area to large destructive fires. Higher building standards are necessary to protect against the increased risk of fire. D. Section 1924. Minimum Slab Thickness...; and Section 1924.1 Slab Dowels... These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following local conditions: Topographical Conditions: The City is comprised of varying soil conditions and a fluctuating water table that is fed by artesian springs. This water table will elevate substantially following heavy rain. The addition of a moisture barrier will mitigate excess moisture absorption into concrete placed on grade. Geological Conditions: The City of Temecula is located in Seismic Zone No. 4 and contains two (2) faults running north and south within its boundaries. The addition of slab dowels as an additional means of attachment of added structures to existing is intended to help mitigate the effects of seismic activity on these connections. Resos\95-112 3 Deletion of Appendix Chapter 16, Division I, Snow Load Designs...; and deletion of Appendix Chapter 19 Protection of Residential Concrete Exposed to Freezing and Thawing... These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following local conditions: Climatic Conditions: The City of Temecula is located in an arid climate with an annual average temperature of seventy (70) degrees fahrenheit. Moist ocean air blows through Rainbow Canyon into Temecula and prohibits freezing. Therefore, building problems associated with snow and freezing are not applicable to the structures in Temecula and building standards protecting against snow and freezing are not necessary. Fo Deletion of Appendix Chapter 21 Prescriptive Masonry in High-Wind Areas...; and deletion of Appendix Chapter 23 Conventional Light-Frame Construction in High-Wind Areas... These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following local conditions: Climatic Conditions: The City of Temecula is located in an arid climate with an annual average temperature of seventy (70) degrees fahrenheit and average winds of 55 to 60 miles per hour. The City's design criteria is set at winds up to seventy (70) miles per hour. Therefore, building problems associated with high winds are not applicable to the structures in Temecula and building standards protecting against high winds are not necessary. II. SECTION 15.04.040 UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, 1994 EDITION. A. Section 504 Environmental Air Ducts. Section 504.1 Makeup and exhaust ducts... This amendment is 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 Resos\95-112 4 Santa Ana winds are common to areas within Riverside County. These climatic conditions cause extreme drying of vegetation and common building materials and predispose the area to large destructive fires. Higher building standards are necessary to protect against the increased risk of fire. HI. SECTION 15.04.050 UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, 1994 EDITION. A. Section 411 Floor Drains. Section 411.1 Floor drains shall be... This amendment is reasonably necessary because of the following local conditions: Topographical and Climatic Conditions: This amendment does not restrict the use of floor drains but requires their installation in certain applications. Due to the proximity to the ocean and the influx of moist air experienced in the City, the need to properly and efficiently drain wash down water or water caused by plumbing fixture failure is necessary to protect occupants from excess standing water. This problem is generally experienced in restrooms used commercially where frequent supervision is lacking or exposure to vandalism is experienced. B. Appendix Chapter 3, Section 318. Rodent proofing... This amendment is reasonably necessary because of the following local conditions: Topographical Conditions: The City is located adjacent to areas of undeveloped and undisturbed animal habitat. As development progresses into these areas, and habitats are disturbed, adjacent residents are exposed to and experience rodent infestation as these displaced rodents are relocating to find shelter. IV. SECTION 15.04.100 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 1993 EDITION. A. Article 336 Nonmetallic-Sheathed Cable. Section 336-3 Uses Permitted... Resos\95-112 5 This amendment is reasonably necessary because of the following local conditions: Topographical Conditions: The City is located on a north/south transportation corridor and is developing both a medical manufacturing and micro component business base. These occupancies typically contain hazardous uses of varying degree. Non-metallic sheathed cable is not prohibited from use in the city, but only in commercial and industrial type applications where the type of construction and constant tenant improvement needs cause a concern for the potential damage that may be caused to this cable's soft insulation and protection sheathing. Section 2. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this resolution. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED, this 19th day of December, 1995. ATTEST: J~. Greek, CMC City Clerk [SEAL] .:~ne, Mayor Reso$\95-112 6 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. 95-112 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 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None City Clerk Resos\95-112 7