HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 13529ORDINANCE NO c~i~,
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FORT WORTH, TEXAS, PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 46d-14, REVISED
CIVIL STATUTES OF TEXAS, APPROVING RESOLUTION NOS 98-06-
148 AND 98-07-179 OF THE DALLAS -FORT WORTH INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT BOARD WHICH AMENDS THE DALLAS-FORT WORTH
INTERNATONAL AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION AND FIRE PREVENTION
STANDARDS, JUNE 1988 EDITION, ORIGINALLY ADOPTED AS
AIRPORT BOARD RESOLUTION NO 88-147, PROVIDING FOR A FINE
OF NOT TO EXCEED TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200 00) FOR ANY
VIOLATION THEREOF, PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE,
PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE, PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN
THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER, PROVIDING FOR ENROLLMENT AND
ENGROSSMENT BY THE CITY SECRETARY, AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, Section 8 F of the Contract and Agreement, as amended, between
the City of Dallas, and the City of Fort Worth, Texas, provides that the Dallas-Fort
Worth International Airport Board shall have the power, by a duly adopted order, to
adopt and enforce rules and regulations for the orderly, safe, efficient and sanitary
operation of the Airport, and to prescribe reasonable penalties for the breach of any rule
or regulation no exceeding Two Hundred Dollars ($200 00) find, and
WHEREAS, Article 46d-14, Revised Civil Statutes of Texas, and Section 8 F of
the Contract and Agreement, as amended, provides that such orders by the Dallas-Fort
Worth International Airport Board shall become effective only upon approval of the
governing bodies of the Cities of Dallas and Fort Worth and publication as therein
provided, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the foregoing, the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
Board on June 4, 1998 passed, approved, and ordered Resolution No 98-06-148,
amending Airport Board Resolution 88-147, which amends the Dallas-Fort Worth
International Airport Construction and Fire Prevention Standards, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the foregoing, the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
Board on July 2, 1998 passed, approved, and ordered Resolution No 98-07-179,
further amending Airport Board Resolution 88-147, which amends the Dallas-Fort Worth
International Airport Construction and Fire Prevention Standards, and
WHEREAS, the Airport Board has requested that the Councils of the Cities of
Dallas and Fort Worth approve its said Resolution Nos 98-06-148 and 98-07-179 in
order that they may become effective as aforesaid,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF FORT WORTH TEXAS
SECTION 1
That all of the declarations and findings contained in the preamble of this
ordinance are made a part hereof and shall be fully effective as part of the ordained
subject matter of this ordinance
SECTION 2
That Resolution Nos 98-06-148 and 98-07-179 of the Dallas-Fort Worth
International Airport Board, duly certified copies of which are attached hereto as Exhibit
"A" and is made a part of this ordinance by reference, is hereby approved
SECTION 3
That after publication of a substantive statement relating to the contents of
Resolution Nos 98-06-148 and 98-07-179 of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
Board in a newspaper of general circulation in each of the counties of Dallas and
Tarrant, stating that a breach of any provision of Resolution Nos. 98-06-148 or 98-07-
179 will subject the violator to a penalty, and stating that the full text of Resolution Nos
98-06-148 and 98-07-179 and any attachments to them are on file in the principal office
of the Airport Board to be read by any interested party, Resolution Nos 98-06-148 and
98-07-179 shall thereafter have the same force and effect within the boundaries of the
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport as an ordinance adopted by the City Council of
the City of Fort Worth would have in the City of Fort Worth, and the penalty shall be
enforced in the same manner in which penalties prescribed by other ordinances of the
City of Fort Worth are enforced
SECTION 4
That the Sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses and phrases of this
ordinance and Resolution Nos 98-06-148 and 98-07-179 are severable, and if any
phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section shall be declared unconstitutional or
invalid by the valid judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, the
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unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses,
sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance or Resolution Nos 98-06-148
and 98-07-179, since the same would have been enacted without the incorporation of
any unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, or section
SECTION 5
Any person, firm or corporation who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects or
refuses to comply with or who resists the enforcement of any of the provisions of this
ordinance or Resolution No 98-06-148 shall be fined not more than Two Hundred
Dollars ($200 00) for each offense Each day that a violation is permitted to exist shall
constitute a separate offense
SECTION 6
All rights and remedies of the City of Fort Worth, Texas,, are expressly saved as
to any and all violations of the provisions of any other ordinances affecting the Code of
Rules and Regulations of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport Board which have
accrued at the time of the effective date of this ordinance, and, as to such accrued
violations and all pending litigation, both civil and criminal, whether pending in court or
not, under such ordinances, same shall not be affected by this ordinance but may be
prosecuted until final disposition by the courts.
SECTION 7
That the City Secretary of the City of Fort Worth, Texas is hereby directed to
publish the caption, penalty clause and effective date of this ordinance for two days in
the official newspaper of the City of Fort Worth, Texas, as authorized by Texas Local
Government Code, Section 52 013
SECTION 8
That this ordinance sha{I take effect immediately from and after its passage and
publication as required by law, in accordance with the provisions of the Charter of the
City of Fort Worth, and it is accordingly so ordained
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APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY
Assista ity Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
TO AIRPORT BOARD RESOLUTION 98-06-148
AMENDING THE
DALLAS-FORT WORTH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
CONSTRUCTION AND FIRE PREVENTION STANDARDS RESOLUTION
AND
AMENDMENTS TO THE CODES
June 1998
'T'ABLE OF CONTEN`I"S
PART ONE CONSTRUCTION AND FIRE PREVENTION STANDARDS RESOLUTION
SECTION I TITLE. 1-1
SECTION 2 PURPOSE 1-1
SECTION 3 CREATION OF BOARD OF APPEALS (BOA) 1-2
SECTION 4 COMPOSITION OF BOA 1-2
SECTION 5 EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS 1-3
SECTION 6 MEETINGS QUORUM 1-4
SECTION 7 BYLAWS AND RECORDS 1-4
SECTION 8 AUTHORITY AND POWER 1-4
SECTION 9 RIGHT OF APPEAL 1-5
SECTION 10 AGENDA AND RECORDS 1-5
SECTION 11 HEARING 1-5
SECTION 12 STAY OF PROCEEDINGS 1-5
SECTION 13 1997 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE ADOPTED 1-6
SECTION 14 1997 UNIFORM FIRE CODE ADOPTED 1-6
SECTION 15 1996 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ADOPTED 1-6
SECTION 16 1998 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE ADOPTED 1-6
SECTION 17 1997 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE ADOPTED 1.7
SECTION 18 LICENSES REQUIRED 1.7
SECTION 19 ENFORCEMENT 1.7
SECTION 20 SPECIAL ENACTMENT 1_g
SECTION 21 CONFLICTING PROVISIONS 1_g
SECTION 22 SEVERABILITY CLAUSE 1_g
SECTION 23 PENAL CLAUSE 1_g
SECTION 24 SAVINGS CLAUSE 1-9
SECTION 25 PUBLICATION 1-9
SECTION 26 EFFECTIVE DATE 1-9
PART TWO BUILDING CODE AMENDMENTS
SECTION 101 1 TITLE 2-1
SECTION 105 -- BOARD OF APPEALS 2_ 1
SECTION 106 1 PERMITS REQUIRED 2_ 1
SECTION 106.2 WORK EXEMPT FROM PERMIT 2_ 1
SECTION 107 FEES 2-1
SECTION 202 -- A 2-2
SECTION 209 -- H 2-2
SECTION 220 -- S 2.2
SECTION 302.7 FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS 2_2
SECTION 303 -REQUIREMENT FOR GROUP A OCCUPANCY 2.2
SECTION 303 10 AIRCRAFT FUELING RAMP DRAINAGE AND AIRCRAFT LOADING
WALKWAYS 2-3
SECTION 303 11 FIXED GUIDEWAY TRANSIT SYSTEMS 2.3
SECTION 307.2.10 1 SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR GROUP H, DIVISION 5 OCCUPANCIES
(AIRCRAFT REPAIR HANGARS) 2.3
SECTION 311.2.3 1 1 SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR GROUP S, DIVISION 5 OCCUPANCIES
(AIRCRAFT HANGARS) 2.3
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SECTION 311.2.3.5 VEHICLE BARRIERS 2.3
SECTION 403 -SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR GROUP B OFFICE BUILDINGS AND GROUP R
,
DIVISION 1 OCCUPANCIES
2-4
SECTION 403 1 SCOPE.. 2-4
SECTION 403.2:2 MODIFICATIONS 2-4
SECTION 403.5.2 EMERGENCY VOICE ALARM SIGNALING SYSTEM 2.4
SECTION 403.5.3 FIRE DEPARTMENT COMMIJI~tICATION SYSTEM 2.5
SECTION 403 7 ELEVATORS 2-S
SECTION 504.3 ALLOWABLE FLOOR AREA OF MIXED OCCUPANCIES 2.5
SECTION 505.2 UNLIMITED AREA 2-5
SECTION 505.3 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS 2-6
SECTION 506 MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF BUILDINGS AND INCREASES 2.6
SECTION 508 FIRE-RESISTNE SUBSTITUTION 2-6
TABLE S-A--EXTERIOR WALL AND OPENING PROTECTION BASED ON LOCATIONS ON
PROPERTY FOR ALL CONSTRUCTION TYPES 2.7
TABLE 6-A--TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION FIRE RESISTIVE REQUIREMENTS (IN HOURS) 2-7
SECTION 708.3 1.2 ATTICS 2-7
SECTION 708.3 1.2.2 OTHER USES 2-7
SECTION 709 6 1 THROUGH PENETRATIONS 2.7
SECTION 709 7 MEMBRANE PENETRATIONS 2_g
SECTION 713 10 SMOKE DAMPERS 2_g
SECTION 713 11 FIRE DAMPERS 2_g
SECTION 904 1.2 STANDARDS 2_g
SECTION 904.2.2 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM REQUIRED 2.9
SECTION 904.2.6 4 GROUP H, DIVISION ~ OCCUPANCIES 2.9
SECTION 904.2.10 GROUP S OCCUPANCIES 2.9
SECTION 904.5.3 LOCATION OF CLASS II STANDPIPES 2.9
SECTION 906 1 SMOKE AND HEAT VEI\TTIIJG 2-10
SECTION 906 6.3 LOCATION AND DEPTH OF CURTAIN BOARDS 2-10
TABLE 9-A--STANDPIPE REQUIREMEN'T'S 2-10
SECTION 1004.2.4 SEPARATION OF EXITS OR EXIT-ACCESS DOORWAYS 2-10
SECTION 1004.2.5.2.3 CORRIDOR INCREASES 2-11
SECTION 1004.2.5.2.5 FACTORY, HAZARDOUS AND STORAGE OCCUPANCIES 2-11
SECTION 1004.2.6 DEAD END CORRIDORS 2-11
SECTION 1004.3 4.3 CORRIDOR CONSTRUCTION 2-11
SECTION 1004.3 4.5 ELEVATORS 2-12
SECTION 1005.3.3 7 PRESSURIZED ENCLOSURE 2-12
SECTION 1005.3.3 7 1 VESTIBULES 2-13
SECTION 1006.3.3 1 EXTERIOR EXIT STAIRWAYS 2-13
TABLE 10=A--1v!OT1IMiTM EGRESS REQUIREMENTS 2_ 1J
SECTION 1101 ACCESSIBILITY 2-13
SECTION 1202.2 VENTILATION 2-14
SECTION 1203.3 VENTILATION IN GROUP R OCCUPANCIES 2-14
SECTION 1506.3 OVERFLOW DRAINS AND SCUPPERS 2-14
CHAPTER 29 PLUMBING SYSTEMS 2-15
ADOPTION OF APPENDIX CHAPTBRS 2-15
AMENDMENTS TO UNIFORM BUILDING CODE STANDARDS (UBC, VOLUME 3) 2-16
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PART THREE FIRE CODE AMENDMENTS
SECTION 101 1 TITLE 3-1
SECTION 103 1 4 APPEALS 3-1
SECTION 105 -- PERMITS 3-1
SECTION 202 -- A 3-2
SECTION 213 -- L 3-2
SECTION 220 -- S 3-2
SECTION 901 4 1 GENERAL 3-2
SECTION 902.2.1 REQUIRED ACCESS 3-3
SECTION 902.2.2.1 DIMENSIONS 3-3
SECTION 902.2.3 MARKING 3-3
SECTION 903 4.2 REQUIRED INSTALLATIONS 3-4
SECTION 1001 4 INSTALLATION ACCEPTANCE TESTING 3-4
SECTION 1003 1.2 STANDARDS 3-4
SECTION 1003 1.3 MODIFICATIONS 3-5
SECTION 1003.2.2 ALL OCCUPANCIES EXCEPT GROUP R, DIVISION 3 AND GROUP U
OCCUPANCIES 3-5
SECTION 1003.2.6 4 GROUP H, DIVISION 5 OCCUPANCIES 3-6
SECTION 1003.2.9 GROUP R, DIVISION 1 OCCUPANCIES 3-6
SECTION 1003.2.10 SPECIAL OCCUPANCIES 3-6
SECTION 1003 4 PERMISSIBLE SPRINKLER OMISSIONS 3-7
SECTION 1004.3 LOCATION OF CLASS I STANDPIPE HOSE CONNECTIONS 3-7
SECTION 1007.2.1 1 WHEN REQUIRED 3-7
SECTION 1007.2.4 GROUP 3 OCCUPANCIES 3-8
SECTION 1007.2.12.2 HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS 3-8
SECTION 1007.2 12.2.3 EMERGENCY VOICE ALARM SIGNALING SYSTEM 3-8
SECTION 1007.2.12.2.4 FIRE DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION SYSTEM 3-8
SECTION 1007.2.12.6 CORRIDORS IN OFFICE USES 3-9
SECTION 1007.3 1 DESIGN STANDARDS 3-9
SECTION 1007.3.3 1 MANUAL FIRE ALARM BOXES 3-9
SECTION 1007.3.3.8 WIRING 3-9
SECTION 1007.3.3.9 FLOW DETECTORS AND ELECTRONIC MONITORING 3-10
TABLE 1004-A-STANDPIPE REQUIRED SYSTEMS 3-10
SECTION 1102.3 1 GENERAL 3-10
SECTION 1103.3 6 1 GENERAL 3-10
SECTION 1103.3.6.2 INDIVIDUAL PII.ES 3-10
SECTION 1303.3.2 GROUP A OCCUPANCIES 3-10
SECTION 1303.5 1 FIRE DRILLS 3-11
PART IV -- SPECIAL OCCUPANCY USES ARTICLE 24 --- AIRPORTS, HELIPORTS AND
HELISTOPS 3-11
SECTION 2505.3 COMPETITIONS AND DEMONSTRATIONS 3-11
ARTICLE 34 -AUTOMOBILE WRECKING YARDS 3-11
SECTION 4502.8 1 GENERAL 3-11
ARTICLE 46 -FRUIT-RIPENING PROCESSES 3-11
ARTICLE 50 -MANUFACTURING OF ORGANIC COATINGS 3-12
SECTION 5201 1 SCOPE.. 3-i2
ARTICLE 76 -PREVENTION OF DUST EXPLOSIONS 3-12
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ARTICLE 78 -FIREWORKS AND PYROTECHNIC SPECIAL EFFECTS MATERIAL 3-12
SECTION 7902.6 11 SECONDARY CONTAINMENT 3-13
SECTION 7902 6 12 1 DRY SUMPS 3.13
SECTION 8101 1 SCOPE. 3.13
SECTION 8102 8 1 GENERAL 3.13
TABLE 81-B-REQUIREMENTS FOR CURTAIN BOARDS AND SMOKE VENTING 3-14
SECTION 8203.2.1 PORTABLE CONTAINERS 3-14
SECTION 8203 4 SPAS AND POOL HEATERS 3-14
SECTION 8204.2 MAXIMUM CAPACITY WITHIN ESTABLISHED LIMITS 3-14
ADOPTION OF APPENDIX CHAPTERS 3-15
AMENDMENTS TO UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARDS (UFC, VOLUME 2) 3-17
PART FOUR SPECIAL OCCUPANCY USES ARTICLE 24 -AVIATION FACILITIES
SECTION 2401 -- GENERAL 4-1
SECTION 2402 -AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE 4-2
SECTION 2403 -- PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS 4-3
SECTION 2404 -- AIRCRAFT FUELING 4-4
SECTION 2405 - HELISTOPS AND HELIPORTS 4-15
UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARD 24-1 AIRCRAFT FUELING 4-17
UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARD 24-2 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE 4-21
PART FIVE ELECTRICAL CODE AMENDMENTS
SECTION 203 -- BOARD OF APPEALS 5-1
SECTION 301 1 PERMITS REQUIRED 5-1
SECTION 304 -- FEES 5-1
TABLE 3-A--ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES 5-1
SECTION 230-71(A) MAXIMUM NUMBER OF DISCONNECTS 5-1
SECTION 250-81 GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM. 5-2
SECTION 336-5(a) TYPES NM, NMC AND NMS ~-2
PART SIX MECHANICAL CODE AMENDMENTS
SECTION 101 1 TITLE 6-1
SECTION 106 PERMITS 6-1
SECTION 106.5.2 FEE SCHEDULE 6-1
SECTION 106.5.3 FEE REFUNDS 6-1
SECTION 109 -MEANS OF APPEAL 6-2
SECTION 202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS 6-2
SECTION 307.2.2 DRAIN PIPE MATERIALS AND SIZES 6-2
SECTION 403 4 PUBLIC GARAGES 6-2
CHAPTER 5 -EXHAUST SYSTEMS 6-3
SECTION 501 GENERAL 6-3
SECTION 502.10 PUBLIC GARAGE EXHAUST SYSTEMS 6-3
SECTION 502.12 TIRE REBUILDING OR RECAPPING 6-3
SECTION 506..12 DUCT ENCLOSURE 6-3
SECTION 508 COMMERCIAL KITCHEN MAKEUP AIR. 6-3
SECTION 604 INSULATION 6-4
TABLE 604 1 6-4
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DUCT INSULATION 6-4
SECTION 1204 PIPE INSULATION .. 6-5
SECTION 1304 l 8 TESTING OF PIPING 6-~
PART SEVEN PLUMBING CODE AMENDMENTS
SECTION 101 1 TITLE 7-1
SECTION 106 PERMITS 7-1
SECTION 106.5.2 FEE SCHEDULE 7-1
SECTION 106.5.3 FEE REFUNDS 7-1
SECTION 109 MEANS OF APPEAL 7-2
SECTION 202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS 7-2
SECTION 305 6 1 SEWER DEPTH. 7-2
SECTION 312.9 INSPECTION AND TESTING OF BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLIES 7-2
TABLE 403 1 MINIMUM NUMBER OF PLUMBING FACILITIES 7-3
SECTION 404 ACCESSIBLE PLUMBING FACILITIES 7-3
SECTION 405.3 1 PLUMBING FIXTURE CLEARANCES 7-3
SECTION 409 DISHWASHING MACHINE 7-4
SECTION 410 DRINKING FOUNTAINS 7-4
SECTION 412 FLOOR DRAINS 7-4
SECTION 413 WATER WASTE GRINDER UNITS 7-4
SECTION .502.5 1 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AT WATER HEATERS IN ATTICS 7-5
SECTION 502 INSTALLATION 7-5
SECTION 702.3 BUILDING SEWER PIPE 7-5
SECTION 802.4 STANDPIPES 7-5
SECTION 904 1 ROOF EXTENSION 7-5
SECTION 904.5 LOCATION OF VENT TERMINAL 7-6
SECTION 912 1 COMBINATION DRAIN AND VENT SYSTEM 7-6
SECTION 912.2 INSTALLATION OF COMBINATION DRAIN AND VENT SYSTEM 7-6
SECTION 1106 1 CONDUCTORS, LEADERS AND STORM DRAINS 7-6
SECTION 1201.2 FUEL PIPING ShSTEMS 7-6
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DALLAS-FORT ~'4'ORTH I1~"TERNATIUNAL AIRPORT
PART ONE
CONSTRUCTION AND FIRE PREVENTION STANDARDS RESOLUTION
A Board Resolution creating the Board of Appeals (BOA) of the Dallas-Fort Worth International
Airport (the Airport), providing for the selection and term of office of members, providing for
public hearings, meetings and procedures therefore; prescribing the authority and powers of the
Board of Appeals; providing for appeal from decisions of the Building Official and Fire Chief;
providing for a stay of proceedings upon appeal, providing for the adoption of the Building
Code, providing for the adoption of the Fire Code, providing for the adoption of the Electrical
Code; providing for the adoption of the Mechanical Code, providing for the adoption of the
Plumbing Code, making it unlawful to undertake the contracted installation of fire protection,
mechanical, plumbing, irrigation or electrical equipment without a proper license to do such
work; providing for the termination of the Board of Airport Building Code of Appeals, providing
that this resolution shall be cumulative; providing a severabihty clause; .providing a penal clause,
providing a savings clause; providing for publication m pamphlet form, providing for publication
in a newspaper; and providing an effective date.
SECTION I
TITLE
This resolution shall be known as the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport Construction and
Fire Prevention Standards Resolution.
SECTION 2
PURPOSE
It is the specific intent of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport Board (the Airport Board)
that standards for construction and fire prevention be used for the health, safety and welfare of all
persons at the Airport. The Auport Board finds that construction and fire prevention standards
change from time to tune and that these standards should stay current with modern practices of
construction and fire safety In carrying out these purposes, it is the intent of the Airport Board
that such construction and fire prevention standards be adopted as outlined herein and that a
Board of Appeals (BOA) be given limited authority over matters pertaining thereto The scope
of the BOA is as set forth below
It is the intent of the Airport Board that compliance with the construction and fire prevention
standards contained herein is the responsibilitS~ of those persons and businesses to which they
apply; and that neither the BOA nor the Auport Board, its members, agents and employees, shall
be liable or responsible for any errors or omissions arising out of the enforcement or failure to
enforce these standards.
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SECTION 3
CREATION OF BOARD OF APPEALS (BOA)
The Airport Boazd hereby establishes a Board of Appeals (BOA) for the purpose of detennimng
the acceptability and adequacy of matenals, egiupment and methods of construction and for
interpretation of these standazds. The Auport Boazd shall adopt construction and fire prevention
standards which will be applicable throughout the Airport. Construction and fire prevention
standards shall include but not be lumted to the Building Code, Fire Code, Electrical Code,
Mechanical Code and Plumbing Code as may be adopted by the Airport Board and amended
from time to time.
SECTION 4
COMPOSITION OF BOA
The BOA shall consist of five voting members who shall serve without compensation and shall
be selected m the following manner
Place 1 An architect -The selection of the acchitect shall be made alternatively by the
Dallas and Fort Worth Chapters of the American Institute of Architects and shall
be confirmed by the Auport Board. The initial term will be filled by a selection
of the Dallas Chapter and will extend from the Airport Board's confirmation of
the selection through December 31, 1990 Thereafter, terms will be for two years
extending from January 1 of odd-numbered years through December 31 of even-
numbered years.
Place 2 An electrical engineer whose practice is or has been the design of electrical
systems for buildings -The selection of the electrical engineer shall be made
alternatively by the Dallas and Fort Worth Chapters of the Texas Society of
Professional Engineers and shall be confirmed by the Airport Board. The intial
term will be filled by a selection of the Fort Worth Chapter and will extend from
the Auport Board's confirmation of the selection through December 31, 1990
Thereafter, terms will be for two yeazs extending from January 1 of odd-numbered
yeazs through December 31 ofeven-numbered years.
Place 3 A mechanical engineer whose practice is or has been the design of mechanical
systems for buildings -The selection of the mechanical engineer shall be made
alternatively by the Dallas and Fort Worth Chapters of the Texas Society of
Professional Engineers and shall be confirmed by the Airport Board. The initial
term will be filled by a selection of the Fort Worth Chapter and will extend from
the Airport Board's confirmation of the selection through December 31, 1991
Thereafter, terms will be for two years extending from January 1 of even-
numbered years through December 31 of odd-numbered years.
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Place 4 A structural engineer whose practice is or has been the design of structural
systems for buildings -The selection of the structural engineer shall be made
alternatively by the Dallas and Fort Worth Chapters of the Texas Society of
Professional Engineers and shall be confirmed by the Airport Board. The irut~al
term will be filled by a selection of the Fort Worth Chapter and will extend from
the Auport Boazd's confirmation of the selection through December 31, 1991
Thereafter, terms vv~ll be for two years extending from January 1 of even-
numbered years through December 31 of odd-numbered years.
Place 5 Afire protection specialist -The selection of the fire protection specialist shall be
made by the North Texas Chapter of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers and
shall be confirmed by the Airport Board. The imtial term vnll extend from the
Auport Board's confirmation of the selection through December 31, 1991
Thereafter, terms will be for two years extending from 3anuary 1 of even-
numbered years through December 31 of odd-numbered years.
There is no hnut on the number of terms an individual may serve on the BOA, however, only m
Place 5 may an individual serve m consecutive terms. Any term scheduled to end on December
31, shall be automatically extended until a successor for that place is selected, confirmed, and
sworn in.
At such time as the initial members of the BOA are sworn in, the Boazd of Aiport Buildma
Code of Appeals shall cease to exist and shall have no further .powers or duties. All cases and
other matters pending at that time before the Board of Airport Building Code of Appeals shall
thereafter be under the ~unsdiction of the BOA for purposes of consideration and disposition.
Thereafter, whenever any reference to the Board of Airport Building Code of Appeals is made m
any reference pnor to this resolution, such reference shall be deemed to refer to the BOA as
created herein.
SECTION 5
EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS
The Building Official and the Fire Chief or their designated representatives shall be ex-officio
non-voting members of the BOA. The BOA may make recommendations through the Bu3ldma
Official or Fu-e Chief to the Airport Board for amendments to the standards accordingly
The Executive Director of the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Board or lus designee is
hereby designated as the Building Official.
The Director of the Department of Public Safety of the Dallas/Fort Worth International Auport
Board or lus designee is hereby designated as the Fire Cluef.
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SECTION 6
MEETINGS: QUORUM
All meetings of the BOA shall be open to the public except as permitted by law and as is in the
interest of the Airport. Three (3) members of the BOA shall constitute a quorum to transact
business. Every matter before the BOA for vote shall require for final passage the affirmative
vote of a majority of the members present and voting. The first meeting of the BOA following
rts appointment shall be at such hme and place as called by the Building Official. Thereafter the
BOA shall hold meetings at such time and place as called by the Chairman or one lawfully acting
in that capacity
SECTION 7
)BYLAWS AND RECORDS
At its first meeting the BOA shall elect one of rts members as Chairman, and he shall keep a
record of the proceedings and decisions, and a copy of same shall be filed in the office of the
Building Official. Each year thereafter, following the Airport Board's confirn~ation of the
composition of the BOA, the BOA shall hold an organizational meeting , at which tune rt shall
elect a Chairman before proceeding to other matters of business. The BOA shall establish its
own rules of procedure and shall amend them from time to time as rt deems necessary The
Building Official shall serve as Secretary to the BOA.
SECTION 8
AUTHORITY AND POWER
The BOA shall have the authority and power to
1 Hear appeals on interpretations by the Building Official of the Building Code, Electrical
Code, Mechamcal Code and Plumbing Code The BOA may modify in whole or in part or may
affirm the interpretation of the Building Official. The Building Official shall render a written
interpretation within flurry (30) days of a request by a person who has been aggrieved by a
decision of the Building Official. No interpretations shall be heard by the BOA until the
Building Official has rendered a written interpretation.
2. Hear appeals on interpretations by the Fire Chief of the Fire Code. The BOA may
modify in whole or m part or may affirm the interpretation of the Fire Chief. The Fire Chief
shall render a written interpretation within thirty (30) days of a request by a person who has been
aggrieved by a decision of the Fire Chief. No interpretations shall be heard by the BOA until the
Fire Chief has rendered a written interpretation.
3 Approve alternate methods of construction and fire prevention where it is unpractical to
meet the adopted construction and fire prevention standards, provided that the BOA finds the
same degree of suitability, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, samtation and safety
exists in the alternate method as intended by the standards.
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4 Approve new methods of construction and fire prevention not covered by the construction
and fire prevention standards, provided that the BOA finds the same degree of suitability,
strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, sanitation and safety exists m the new method
as intended by the standards.
The BOA shall have no power to otherwise limit, modify or change these construction and fire
prevention standards.
SECTION 9
RIGHT OF APPEAL
Any person, firm,, company or corporation aggrieved by any decision or order of the Building
Official or Fire Chief may appeal such decision or order to the BOA. Every appeal must be m
writing and must be filed in triplicate with the Building Official within thirty (30) days from the
date of the decision or order appealed from. The BOA shall not consider any appeal that is filed
after the thirty (30) day period. Such appeal shall contain appropriate reference to the decision or
order appealed from, as well as the grounds for the appeal.
SECTION 10
AGENDA AND RECORDS
The agenda for the BOA shall be prepared by the Building Official and shall be posted as
required by law All records and evidence pertinent to any appeal shall be transmitted to the
BOA and to the aggrieved party prior to 'the hearing. Records of all appeals shall be kept in the
office of the Building Official. The Building Official shall transmit copies of appeal records to
-the Fire Chief.
SECTION 11
HEARING
The BOA shall fix a reasonable tune for the hearing of an appeal and shall give notice of the
hearing m writing to the parties m interest. Parses may appear before the BOA in person, by
agent or by attorney The BOA shall establish rules for the fair and efficient conduct of the
hearing and the 3ust resolution to an appeal. The BOA shall notify the appellant of its decision.
SECTION 12
STAY OF PROCEEDINGS
An appeal shall stay all proceedings in connection with the decision or order appealed from,
unless and until the Building Official or Fire Chief shall have certified to the BOA after notice of
appeal has been filed that a stay would cause an unreasonable risk of harm to life or damage to
property Any work done contrary to the order of the Building Official or Fire Chief after filing
an appeal hereunder, pending the determination of such appeal, shall be subject to removal or
repair should the order be affirmed. The cost of removal or repair of the work done shall be
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borne solely by the person, firm, company or corporation who was responsible for the work
without consideration of mitigating or ea-tenuatmg circumstances.
SECTION 13
1997 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE ADOPTED
The Building Code of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport Board is hereby revised and
amended 'to conform to the 1997 Uniform Btulding Code (Volumes 1, 2 and ;3) of the
International Conference of Building Officials except as amended by separate exhibit attached
hereto and is hereby adopted as the Building Code and forms a part of the Construction and Fire
Prevention Standards from the effective date hereof.
SECTION 14
1997 UNIFORM FIRE CODE ADOPTED
The Fire Code of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport Board is hereby revised and
amended to conform to the 1997 Uniform Fire Code (Volumes 1 and 2) of the International Fire
Code Institute (IFCI) as amended by the IFCI 1998 Supplement except as further amended by
separate exhibit attached hereto and is hereby adopted as the Fire Code and forms a part of the
Construction and Fire Prevention Standards from the effective date hereof.
SECTION 15
1996 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ADOPTED
The Electrical Code of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Auport Board is hereby revised and
amended to conform to the 1996 National Electrical Code of the National Fire Protection
Associarion and the Uniform Admiustrative Code Provisions for the National Electrical Code,
1996 Edition, of the International Conference of Building Officials except as amended by
separate exhibit attached hereto and together are hereby adopted as the Electrical Code and form
apart of the Construction and Fire Prevention Standards from the effective date hereof.
SECTION 16
1998 INTERNATIOl~'AL MECHANICAL CODE ADOPTED
The Mechanical Code of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport Board is hereby revised and
amended to conform to the 1998 International Mechanical Code of the International Code
Council, Inc. except as amended by separate exhibit attached hereto and is hereby adopted as the
Mechanical Code and forms a part of the Construction and Fire Prevention Standards from the
effective date hereof.
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SECTION 17
1997 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE ADOPTED
The Plumbing Code of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport Board is hereby revised and
amended to conform to the 1997 International Plumbing Code of the International Code Council,
Inc. except as amended by separate exhibit attached hereto and is hereby adopted as the
Plumbing Code and forms a part of the Construction and Fire Prevention Standards from the
effective date hereof.
SECTION 18
LICENSES REQUIRED
Contractors pro~ndmg the following work within the boundaries of Dallas-Fort Worth
International Airport shall be licensed respectively for the category of work performed as
rewlated by the following•
Fire Ea-tinguishers, TEx. INS. CODE ANN art. 5 43-1
Fire Detection and Alarm Devices, TEx. INS. CODE ANN art. 5 43-2
Fire Protection Spnnikler Systems, TEx. INS. CODE ANN art. 5 43-3
The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor License Law, TEx. REV STAT ANN art.
8861 v~~ith State endorsement for the category of work performed
The Plumbing License Law, TEx. REV Civ STAT ANN art. 6243-101
TEx. WATER CODE ANN § 34, Irrigators.
Contracted electrical work regulated by the Electrical Code must be performed under the license
and general control of a master electrician and under the direct supervision of a licensed master
electrician or licensed journeyman electrician. Licenses to perform said electrical work must be
obtained from the City of Dallas or the City of Fort Worth.
SECTION 19
ENFORCEMENT
The Building Official and Fire Chief shall enforce and execute all decisions and orders of the
BOA for which they are respectively responsible. Upon adoption by the various municipalities
~~thin which the Airport is located, this resolution shall become an ordinance of each respective
municipality and shall be enforceable m the municipal courts of the municipality within whose
boundaries a violation occurs.
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SECTION 20
SPECIAL ENACTMENT
The provisions of this Resolution and the Codes which are a part hereof constitute a special
enactment m effect only within the boundaries of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airpon,
and are adopted m recognition of the unique .and special requirements connected vv~th the
plamm~g, building, improvement, maintenance, operation, regulation, protection and pohcina of
the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Neither the Resolution nor the Codes shall be
construed to waive or set aside any provisions contained many law of the State of Texas.
SECTION 21
CONFLICTING PROVISIONS
This resolution shall be cumulative of all provisions of previous actions of the Auport Board
except where the provisions of this resolution are m direct conflict with the provisions of
previous Board Actions, in which event conflicting. provisions of such previous Board Actions
are hereby repealed.
SECTION 22
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE
It is hereby declared to be the intention of the Airport Board that the sections, paragraphs,
sentences, clauses and phrases of this resolution are severable, and if any phrase, clause.
sentence, paragraph or section of this resolution shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid
judgment or decree of any court of competent ~unsdiction such unconstitutionality shall not
affect any of the remaimng phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this
resolution, since the same would have been enacted by the Airport Board without the
incorporation m this resolution of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph
or section. '
SECTION 23
PENAL CLAUSE
Any person, firm or corporation who violates, disobeys, omits, neglects or refuses to compl}
with or who resists the enforcement of any of the provisions of the Construction and Fire
Prevention Standards involving fire safety or public health and samtation shall be fined not more
than Two Hundred Dollars ($200 00) for each offense. Provided however, if the 1968 Contract
and Agreement between the Cities of Dallas and Fort Worth is amended to allow the imposition
of a penal sum greater than $200 00, then the amended penal sum for violations involving fire
safety or public health and samtation shall be applicable and may be imposed. Any person, firm
or corporation who violates, disobeys, omrs, neglects or refuses to comply with or who resists
the enforcement of any of the provisions of the Construction and Fire Prevention Standards not
involving fire safety or public health and sanitation shall be fined not more than Two Hundred
Dollars ($200 00) for each offense. Each day that a violation is permitted to exist shall constitute
a separate offense.
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SECTION 24
SAVINGS CLAUSE
All rights and remedies of the Airport Board are expressly saved as to any and all violations of
the provisions of the Building Code, the Fire Code or any other codes affecting construction or
fire prevention which have accrued at the time of the effective date of this resolution and, as to
such accrued violations and all pending litigation, both civil and criminal, whether pending in
court or not, under such codes, same shall not be affected by this resolution but may be
prosecuted until final disposition by the courts.
SECTION 25
PUBLICATION
The Building Official is hereby authorized to publish this resolution m pamphlet form for general
distribution among the public, and the operative pro«sions of this resolution as so published
shall be adrrussible m evidence m all courts without further proof than the production thereof.
The Building Official is hereby directed to publish a caption of this Resolution which
summarizes the purposes thereof for two (2) days in mayor newspapers of the Cities of Dallas and
Fort Worth Texas, as authorized by V T C.A., Local Government Code '52.013
SECTION 26
EFFECTIVE DATE
This resolution shall be m full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as
required by law and rt is so ordained.
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PART TZ'~'O
BUILDING CODE AMENDMENTS
Reference to the Adopted Building Code: The 1997 Uniform Building Code (Volumes 1, 2
and 3) as amended herein is the Building Code of Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
SECTION 101.1 TITLE
Amend as follows
101 1 Title. These regulations shall be lrnown as the " Building Code," may be cited as such
and will be referred to herein as "this code."
SECTION 105 --BOARD OF APPEALS
Amend as follows
105 Board of Appeals. Refer to Part One, Construction and Fu-e Prevention Standards
Resolution for information pertaining to the Board of Appeals.
SECTION 106.1 PERNIITS REQUIRED
Amend as follows.
106.1 Permits Required. No building or structure regulated by this code shall be erected,
constructed, enlarged, altered, moved, unproved, removed, converted or demolished unless a
separate permit for each building or structure has first been obtained from the building official.
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SECTION 106.2 WORK E~MPT FROM PERMIT
Delete Section 106.2
SECTION 107 FEES
Amend as follows
107.1 General. Except as prohibited by law fees shall be assessed m accordance with the
provisions of this section.
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SECTION 202 -- A
Follov~~ng the definition of AGRICULTURE BUILDING add the following defimt~on.
AIRPORT is the area within the boundaries of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
SECTION 209 -- H
Following the definition of HIGHLY TOXIC MATERLAL add the follov~nng definition.
HIGH-RISE BUILDING is a building other than an open parking garage having floors used
for human occupancy located more than 55 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle
access.
SECTION 220 -- S
Following the defuution of SELF-LUMINOUS add the following defimtion.
SELF-SERVICE STORAGE FACILITY is a building or structure m which space is leased
or rented to inds«duals or entities as storage space and in which items are stored and removed by
the individual or entity leasing or renting-the space.
SECTION 302.7 FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
(ALSO REFERENCE SECTIONS 303 9, 305.9, 307 9, 308 9, 310 10 AND 408 5)
Delete Sections 303 9, 305.9, 307 9, 308.9, 310 10 and 408 5 and add new Section as follows
302.7 Fire alarm systems. An approved fire alarm system shall be installed in all occupancies
as set forth in the Fire Code.
SECTION 303 -REQUIREMENT FOR GROUP A OCCUPANCY
Amend 303 1 1 Division 2.1 as follows.
Division 2.1. A building or portion of a building having an assembly room v~nth an occupant
load of 300 or more without a legitinate stage, including airport terminal buildings and such
buildings used for educational purposes and not classed as Group B or E Occupancies.
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SECTION 303.10 AIRCRAFT FUELING RAIVIP DRAINAGE AND AIRCRAFT
LOADING WALKWAYS
New Section as follows
303.10 Aircraft fueling ramp drainage and aircraft loading wall.-~vays. Except for references
to airport terminal buildings, comply with NFPA 415, 1997 Edition for aircraft fueling ramp
drainage and aircraft loading walkways.
SECTION 303.11 FIXED GUIDEWAY TRANSIT SYSTEMS
New Section as follows
.303.11 Figed guideway transit systems. Except for existing fixed guidev~~a~ systems or new
additions thereto, fixed guideway systems shall comply with NFPA 130, 1997 Edition.
SECTION 307.2.10.1 SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR GROUP H, DIVISION 5
OCCUPANCIES (AIRCRAFT REPAIR HANGARS)
New Section as follows
307.2.10.1 Special provisions for Group H, Division 5 Occupancies. Aircraft repair hangars
shall comply with NFPA 409, 1995 Edition. Any classification of construction t~-pe under NFPA
409 shall be for use with that standard only and shall have no beanng on the construction type
used in conjunction with any other provision of this code
SECTION 311.2.3.1.1 SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR GROUP S, DIVISION 5
OCCUPANCIES (AIRCRAFT HANGARS)
New Section as follows
311.2.3.1.1 Special provisions for Group S, Division 5 Occupancies. Aircraft hangars shall
comply with NFPA 409, 1995 Edition. Any classification of construction t<~pe under NFPA 409
shall be for use with that standard only and shall have no bearing on the construction type used in
conjunction with any other provision of this code.
SECTION 311.2.3.5 VEHICLE BARRIERS
Amend the first paragraph of Section 311.2.3.5 as follows
311.2.3.5 Vehicle barriers. In parking garages where any parking area is located more than 5
feet (1524 mm) above the adjacent grade, deck, floor or ramp, vehicle bamers shall be provided.
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SECTION 403 -SPECIAL PRO~ZSIONS FOR GROUP B OFFICE BUILDINGS AND
GROUP R, DIVISION 1 OCCUPANCIES
Amend Section 403 headma as folio«-s
SECTION 403 -- SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS
SECTION 403.1 SCOPE
Amend as follows
403.1 Scope. In other than open parking garages in compliance with Section 311 9, this section
applies to all occupancies, each ha~ZnQ floors used for human occupancy located more than 55
feet (16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. Such buildings shall
be of Type I or II-F.R. construction and shall be provided with an approved automatic sprinkler
system m accordance vv~th Section 403.2.
SECTION 403.2.2 MODIFICATIONS
Amend paragraph 2. as follows.
2. Except for comdors and pamt?ons separating dwelling amts or guest rooms, all interior
non-bearing partitions required to be one-hour fire-resistive construction by Table 6-A may be of
non-combustible construction wnthout afire-resistive time period. For allowable reduction m
corndor construction, see Section 1004.3 4.3
SECTION 403.5.2 EMERGENCY VOICE ALARM SIGNALING SYSTEM
Add a turd paragraph to Section 403.x.2 as follows.
Actuation of any automatic or manual device shall imtiate an alarm signal on the alarming
floor, the floor above and the floor below and identify on an annunciator the zone or address
from which the alarm signal originated.
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SECTION 403.5.3 FIRE DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION S~'STEM
Amend as follows
403.5.3 Fire department communication system. A two-way, approved fire department
commumcation system shall be pro«ded for fire department use. It shall operate between the
central control station and elevators, elevator lobbies, emergency and stand-by power rooms, fire
pump room and inside stairways at each level.
SECTION 403.7 ELEVATORS
Add Exception 4 to Item 1 as follows.
4 When comdors are not required to be of fire-resistive construction under
Section 1004.3 4.3 separated elevator lobbies are not required.
SECTION 504.3 ALLOWABLE FLOOR AREA OF MIXED OCCUPANCIES
Amend Exceptions as follows.
EXCEPTIONS: 1 The mayor occupancy classification of a building may be
used to determine the allowable area of each building when the mayor use occupies
not less than 90 percent of the area of any floor of a non-sprinklered building, (or not
less than 80 percent of the area of any floor of a building provided with an approved
automatic sprinkler system throughout), and provided that other minor accessory uses
shall not exceed the basic area permitted by Table SB for such minor uses and that
various uses are separated as specified in Section 302.4
2. Groups B F M and S and Group H, Division 5 Occupancies complying with
the provisions of Section 505.2 may contain other occupancies provided that such
occupancies do not occupy more than 10 percent of the area of any floor of a non-
spririklered building, (or more than 20 percent of the area of any floor of a building
provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system throughout), nor more than the
basic area permitted in the occupancy by Table SB for such occupancy,. and further
provided that such occupancies are separated as specified m Section 302 4
SECTION 505.2 UNLIMITED AREA
Add a third paragraph to Section ~0~.2 as follows.
In other than Group H, Divisions 1, 2 and 3 Occupancies, the area of the following buildings
shall not be limited if the building is provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system
throughout and entirely surrounded and adjoined by public ways or yards not less than 60 feet
(18 288 mm) in width. The unlimited area provisions of this paragraph cannot be used m
conjunction with the fire-resistive substitution provisions of Section 508
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1 Type II-FR'buildmgs
2. Type II, One-hour buildings vinth 5 or fewer stones
3 Type II-N buildings with 3 or fewer stones.
SECTION 505.3 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
Amend Items 1 through 4 at the end of Section 505.3 to become Items 1 and 2 as follows
1 Section 505.2 for unhmrted area.
2. Section 904.2.6 for Group H, Division 1 and 2 Occupancies.
SECTION 506 MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF BUILDINGS AND :INCREASES
Amend Items 1 through 5 at the end of Section 506 to become Items 1 through 3 as follows
1 Section 904.2 for Group H, Divisions 1, 2, 3, 6 and 7 Occupancies.
2. Section 505.2 for unlunited area.
3 Section 904.2.7 for Group I, Divisions 1 1 and 1.2 Occupancies used as hospitals,
nursing homes, or health care centers in Type II One-hour, Type III One-hour, Type IV or Type
V One-hour construction.
SECTION 508 FIRE-RESISTIVE SUBSTITUTION
Amend 6 as follows
6 Corridors, except as specifically exempted under Section 1004.3 4.3
TABLE S-A--EXTERIOR WALL AND OPENING PROTECTION BASED ON
LOCATIONS ON PROPERTY FOR ALL CONSTRUCTION TYPES
Add Footnote 8 to Table SA as follows
BWhen the exterior wall of a non-high-rise building is more than 20 feet from the property line,
the fire-resistive requirements for exterior bearing and exterior non-bearing walls may be
reduced by one hour when the building is provided with an approved automatic sprinkler
system throughout. However, a wall that is required to be one-hour may not be reduced
except as allowed under Section 508
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TABLE 6-A--TI'PES OF CONSTRUCTION-FIRE RESISTIVE REQUIREMENTS (IN
HOURS)
Add Footnote 4 to apply to Item 8 (Roofs and roof-ceilings) as follows
''The fire-resistive requirements for roofs of non-high-rise buildings may be reduced by one hour
when the building is provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system throughout.
SECTION 708.3.1.2 ATTICS
Amend Exception 2 as follows
2. Where approved sprinklers are installed wrtlun the attic space, draftstoppmg
may be as specified m the exception to Section 708.3 1.2.2.
SECTION 708.3.1.2.2 OTHER USES
Amend Exception as follows
EXCEPTION: Where approved automatic sprinklers are installed v~~thm the
attic space, the area between draft stops may be 9,000 square feet (836 m2) and the
greatest horizontal dimension may be 100 feet (30 480 mm)
SECTION 709.6.1 THROUGH PENETRATIONS
Amend as follows
709.6.1 General. When protection of opemngs is required, through penetrations of the fire-
resistive walls shall comply with Section 709 6.2 or 709 6 3
SECTION 709.7 MEMBRANE PENETRATIONS
Amend as follows
709 7 Membrane penetrations. When protection of openings is required, membrane
penetrations of the fire-resistive wall shall comply with Section 709 6
SECTION 713.10 SMOKE DAMPERS
Amend 5 as follows
6 Penetrations of elevator lobbies required by Sections 403 7 and 1004.3 4.5
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Also add the following references at the end of Section 713 10
OTHER REFERENCES• 1 Section 710.2 of the Mechanical Code for dampers
at combustion air openings.
2. Section 91 S 6 of the Mechanical Code for use of dampers with direct-fired air-
heatmg equipment.
SECTION 713.11 FIRE DAMPERS
Add the following references at the end of Section 713 11
OTHER :REFERENCES• 1 Section 510 6 4 of the Mechanical Code for
penetrations of ducts conveying hazardous exhausts.
2. Section 710.2 of the Mechanical Code for dampers m combustion air openings.
3 Section 915 6 of the Mechanical Code for dampers in use with direct-fired air-
heating equipment.
4 Section 1202.2.5 of this code for duct penetrations in Group H, Division 6
Occupancies.
SECTION 904:1.2 STANDARDS
Add the following paragraph at the end of Section 904 1.2
Water supply as required for such systems shall be provided in conformance with the supply
requirements of the respective standards, however every fire protection system shall be designed
with a 15 psi margin of safety
SECTION 904.2.2 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM REQUIRED
Amend Item 5 and add Item 6 under Section 904.2.2 as follows
5 Throughout all buildings with a floor level that is located 55 feet (16 764 mm) or more
above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
EXCEPTION: Open parking structures.
6 Spray booths and rooms. New and existing spray booths and spraying rooms shall be
protected by an approved automatic fire-extinguishing system as specified in the Fire Code.
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SECTION 904.2.6.4 GROUP H, DIVISION 5 OCCUPANCIES
Add new Section as follows
904.2.6.4 Group H, Division 5 Occupancies. Aircraft hangars shall be provided with an
approved fire-extingwshing system as specified in NFPA 409
SECTION 904.2.10 GROUP S OCCUPANCIES
Add new Sections 904.2.10 1 and 904.2.10.2 as follows
904.2.10.1 Self-service storage facilit<~. An approved automatic sprinkler system shall be
installed throughout all self-service storage facilities.
EXCEPTION: One story self-service storage facilities having no interior
corndors and having each storage compartment separated by a one-hour fire-rated
occupancy separation.
904.2.10.2 Group S, .Division 5 Occupancies. Aircraft hangars shall be provided with an
approved fire-extinguisling system as specified m NFPA 409
SECTION 904.5.3 LOCATION OF CLASS II STANDPIPES
Amend the thud paragraph of Section 904.5 3 and include the Exception to read as follows
There shall be a two-way outlet above the roof line on every standpipe when the roof has a
slope of less than 4 units vertical in 12 amts horizontal (33:3% slope)
EXCEPTION• Where the stairway extends to the roof, the two-way outlet may
be located at the topmost floor landing.
Add a fifth paragraph to Section 904.5.3 to read as follows
All Class I standpipes shall be water filled at all times or shall be supervised with a minimum
of 10 psig and a maxinum of 40 psig au pressure. Air supervised systems shall be equipped
vnth a ligh/low alarm.
SECTION 906.1 SMOKE AND HEAT VENTING
Add Exception 3 to Item 1 under Section 906 1 to read as follows
3 Buildings protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system
unless required by Article 81 of the Fire Code.
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SECTION 906.6.3 LOCATION AND DEPTH OF CURTAIN BOARDS
Add an Exception to Section 906 6.3 to read as follows
EXCEPTION: Except as required by Article 81 of the Fire Code, m buildings
protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system, curtain boards need
only ekrtend down from the ceiling for a minimum depth of 4 feet.
TABLE 9-A--STANDPIPE REQUIREMENTS
Amend standpipe class for Item 5 occupancies from "No requirement" to "Class I"
SECTION 1004.2.4 SEPARATION OF EXITS OR EXIT-ACCESS DOORWAI'S
Amend Exceptions as follows
EXCEPTIONS: 1 The separation distance determined m accordance with this
section may be measured along a direct path of exit travel within a corridor serving
exit enclosures. The walls of any such enclosures shall not be less than 30 feet (9144
mm), measured in a straight line, from the walls of another exit enclosure.
2. When the building is provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system
throughout, at least two of the exits or exit-access doorways shall be placed a distance
apart equal to not less than one third of the length of the maximum overall diagonal
dimension of the area served, measured m a straight line between the center of such
exits or exit-access doorways.
SECTION 1004.2.5.2.3 CORRIDOR INCREASES
Add a second paragraph to read as follows
Rrlien reduction of corridor construction is allowed under Section 1004.3 4.3, the reduction
shall not apply to the corridors of this section for extra travel distance.
SECTION 1004.2.5.2.5 FACTORY, HAZARDOUS AND STORAGE OCCUPANCIES
Amend as follov~~s.
1004.2.5.2.5 Factory, hazardous and storage occupancies. Ina building classified as a
Group H, Division 5 aircraft repair hangar, or as a Group F or Group S Occupancy the travel
distance shall not exceed 300 feet (91 440 mm) and may be increased to 400 feet (121 920 mm)
if the building is equipped with an automatic sprinkler system throughout.
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SECTION 1004.2.6 DEAD END CORRIDORS
Add exceptions to Sectton 1004.2.6 as follows.
EXCEPTIONS 1 In Group B Occupancies where .the building is egmpped ~~di
an approved automatic sprinkler system throughout, the dead end corridors shall not
exceed 50 feet (15 240 mm)
2 A dead end corridor shall not be limited in length where the length of the dead
end corndor is less than 2.5 times the least width of the dead end comdor
SECTION 1004.3 4.3 CORRIDOR CONSTRUCTION
Amend Excepttons 4, 5 and 6 as follows.
4 Comdor walls and ceilings of Group B Occupancies need not be of fire-
resistive construction when the entire story in which the space is located is equipped
with an automatic sprinkler system throughout and an automatic smoke detection
system installed within the corndor The actuation of any detector shall activate
alarms audible m all areas served by the corridor
Use of this exception will not permit the use of non-rated, non-protected
construction for the following locations.
For Exception 1 under Section 1004.2 4 for exit enclosure separation.
To increase travel distance by 100 feet under Section 104.2.5.2.3
To convey air to or from rooms as stated in Section 601.2 of the
Mechanical Code except that private corndors wrtlun a single tenant space
may be used to convey air provided that smoke .detectors are installed within
the tenant corndor in accordance with their listing.
5 Except for Group H, I and R-1 Occupancies, corndor walls and ceilings need
not be of fire-resistive construction when the building is equipped with an automatic
sprinkler system throughout.
6 In Group B office buildings ,comdor walls and ceilings need not be of fire-
resistive construction within office spaces of a single tenant when the space is
equipped with an approved automatic smoke-detection system within the comdor
The actuation of any detector shall activate alarms audible in all areas served by the
comdor The smoke-detection system shall be connected to the building's fire alarm
system.
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SECTION 1004.3.4.5 ELEVATORS
Add Exception 4 as follows.
4 When corndors are not required to be of fire-resistive construction under
Section 1004.3 4 3, elevator lobbies are not required to be separated with fire-resistive
construction.
SECTION 1005.3.3.7 PRESSURIZED ENCLOSURE
Amend as follows
1005.3.3.7 Pressurized enclosure. In a building having a floor level used for human occupancy
located more than 55 feet (16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access,
all required exit enclosures shall be pressurized in accordance with Section 905 and this section.
Pressurization shall occur automatically upon activation of an approved fire alarm system.
EXCEPTION: Open parking garages in compliance with Section 311.9
A controlled relief vent capable of discharging a m~n,mum of 2,500 cubic feet per minute
(1180 L/s) of air at the design pressure difference shall be located in the upper portion of such
pressurized enclosures.
SECTION 1005.3.3.7.1 VESTIBULES
Add the following Exception as follows
EXCEPTION: For buildings equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler
system throughout, vestibules may be omitted, provided all exit enclosures are
equipped with a barometric dampered relief opemng at the top and with the stairway
mechamcally supplied with sufficient au to discharge a minimum of 2,500 cubic feet
per minute (1180 L/s) through the relief opening while maintaimng a mimmum
posrtide pressure of 0 15-inch water column in the shaft relative to atmospheric
pressure with all doors closed. lVlechamcal equipment shall be activated by an
approved fire alarm system.
SECTION 1006.3.3.1 EXTERIOR EXIT STAIRWAYS
Amend as follows
1006.3.3 1 General. Exterior exit stairways serving as a portion of the exit discharge in the
means of egress system shall comply with the requirements of Section 1006.3.3 An exterior exit
stairway serves as an exit discharge component in a means of egress system and is open on not
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less than two sides, except for required structural columns and open-type handrails and
guardrails. The ad~oimng open {remainder of section unchanged} for interior stairways.
TABLE 10-A--MIlVIMUM EGRESS REQUIREMENTS
Add the following below Use 4 of Table 10-A.
MINIMUM OF TWO MEANS OF EGRESS ARE OCCUPANT LOAD
REQUIItED WHERE NUMBER OF OCCUPANTS FACTOR
USE IS AT LE.~ST (square feet)
Concourse areas 50 100
Waiting rooms 50 15
Baggage claim areas 50 20
Baggage handling 10 300
SECTION 1101 ACCESSIBILITY
Replace Chapter 11 as follows.
1101.1 Accessibility. Except as amended herein, spaces and elements of buildings and facilities
shall be designed and constructed to standards consistent with the Texas Accessibility Standards
of the Architectural Barners Act, Article 9102, Texas Civil Statutes, Effective Apnl 1, 1994, as
administered by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Policies and Standards
Division, Architectural Banners Section, P O Box 12157, Austin, Texas 78711
Refer to Item 4 1.3(19)(c) in the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) and Amend as .follows
4.I.3(I9)(c) Unisex toilet rooms. Assembly areas shall be provided with one unisex toilet room
for each instance where the total fixture count (water closets and urinals) in a set of men and
women's toilet rooms exceeds 20 fixtures. In assembly areas of airport terminal buildings, one
unisex toilet room shall be provided in each instance where the total fixture count (water closets
and urinals) in a set of men and women's toilet rooms exceeds 6 fixtures. The unisex toilet room
shall comply with 4 22 (TAS) and shall be located adjacent to the men and women's toilet rooms
which are used to determine that the unisex toilet room is required
SECTION 1202.2 VEl\'TILATION
Replace paragraph one with following; delete paragraph two, paragraph three is unchanged.
1202.2.1 General. All enclosed portions of Groups A, B, E, F, H, I, M and S Occupancies
customarily occupied by human beings shall be provided with natural ventilation or shall be
provided with a mechamcally operated ventilation system. Natural ventilation or mechanically
operated ventilation system shall be as specified in Chapter 4 of the Mechamcal Code. For
special occupancy requirements, refer to other sections of this chapter
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SECTION 1203.3 VENTILATION IN GROUP R OCCUPANCIES
Replace wrth follovvnng•
1203.3 Ventilation in Group R Occupancies. Group R Occupancies shall be provided with
natural ventilation or shall be provided with mechanically operated ventilation system. Natural
ventilation or mechanically operated ventilation system shall be as specified m Chapter 4 of the
Mechanical Code.
SECTION 1506.3 OVERFLOVi' DRAINS AND SCUPPERS
Replace with followmg•
1506.3 Overflow Drains and Scuppers. Where roof drains are regtured, overflow drains shall
be sized and installed in accordance with Section 1107 of the Plumbing Code
CHAPTER 29 PLUMBING SYSTEMS
Replace Chapter 29 as follows.
SECTION 2901- PLUMBING CODE
Plumbing systems and the minimum number of plumbing fixtures shall comply v~nth the
Plumbing Code.
ADOPTION OF APPENDIX CHAPTERS
The follov~~na appendix chapters are specifically adopted as part of the Building Code
Appendix Chapter 4 Special Use and Occupancy
Division II--Aviation Control Towers
Appendix Chapter 31 Special Construction
Division II--Membrane Structures
Appendix Chapter 34 Existing Structures
Division I--Life-Safety Requirements for Existing Buildings Other Than High-Rise
Buildings
Division II--Life-Safety Requirements for Existing High-Rise Building
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AMENDMENTS TO UNIFORM BUILDING CODE STANDARDS
(UBC, VOLUME 3)
Global Changes
All references to the following standazds aze hereby modified as follows
Referenced Standard New Reference
UBC Standazd 9-1 NFPA 13 (1996 Edition)
UBC Standard 9-2 NFPA 14 (1996 Edition)
NFPA 13, 1996 Edition is amended as follows
1 Add Section 3-2 6.9
3-2.5.9 Air Supervision. Air pressure downstream of the alarm check valve shall be
electrically supervised with a device capable of detecting air pressures that are too high or
too low The supervisory device shall cause an alarm to be transmitted to the central fire
alarm momtoring console, indicating the high or low air pressure condition.
2. Delete Section 3-5 1 and replace with.
3-~.1 Where Used. Antifreeze systems are not permitted on the airport.
3 Add Section 4-13 6 1
4-13.6.1 Conveyors. Conveyor belts shall be provided with sprinkler protection.
Sprinkler heads shall be installed directly over and centered on the belt and spaced
between 6-8 feet on center Sprinkler heads shall be installed in such a manner as to
avoid obstructing objects moving on the belt.
4 Add Section 4-13.23
4-13.23 Permanent Enclosures Within a Room. Refrigerated units and security vaults
greater than 2~ square feet m area shall be provided with sprinkler protection.
5 Section 4-14 4 1 1-Delete the exception.
6 Section 6-2.2, add pazagraph (1) as follows.
(1) Signature and current stamp of the responsible managing person.
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7 Section 6-2.3, add paragraph. (q) as follows.
(q) Initials and date by the responsible managing person (each sheet)
8 Add Section 6-4 4 9
6-4.4.9 Safety Buffer. All hydraulically-calculated systems shall be designed to deliver
the required rate of flow and pressure at least 15 psi under the supply curve.
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PART THREE
FIRE CODE AMENDMENTS
Reference to the Adopted Fire -Code: The 1997 Uniform Fire Code (Volumes 1 and 2) as
amended by the IFCI 1998 Supplement and as further amended by the provisions contained
herein ns hereby adopted as Fire Code for the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.
SECTION 101.1 TITLE
Amend as follows
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be knows as the "Fire Code", may be cited as such and will
be referred to herein as "this code."
SECTION 103.1.4 APPEALS
Replace Section 103 1 4 as follows.
103 1 4 Appeals. Refer to Part One, Construction and Fire Prevention Standards Resolution for
information pertaining to the Board of Appeals.
SECTION 1,OS --PERMITS
lOS.8 Permits Required, amend as follows.
a.l Aerosol products. To store or handle an agregate quantity of Leve12 or Leve13 aerosol
products nn excess of 200 pounds (90 7 kg) net weight. See Article 88
a.5 Automobile wrecking yards Automobile wrecking }lards are prohibnted wnthnn the
airport.
c.4 Cellulose nitrate storage. To store any amount of cellulose nitrate plastic (pyroxylin.)
See Article 27
c.6 Combustible material storage. To store more than 1,000 cubic feet (28.3 m3) gross
volume of combustible empty packing cases, boxes, barrels or snmilar containers, or rubber or
cork, or other simnlar combustible matenals.
d.2. Dust-producing operations The operation of a gram elevator, flour starch mill, feed
mill or plant pulverizing aluminum, coal, cocoa, magnesium, spices, sugar or other operations
producing dust as defined m Article 2 is prohibited within the aiport. See Articles 30 and 76
£4 Fruit ripening. Frunt ripening processes are prohibited wrtlin the airport.
1.3 Lumber yards. To store nn excess of 5,000 board-feet (92903.3464.5 mZ surface area of
lumber 25 4 mm m thickness.) See Article 30
0.2 Organic coatings The manufacture of organic coatings is prohibited wrthnn the airport.
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t.2 Tire storage. To use an open area or portion thereof to store tires. Tire storage areas m
excess of 1,000 cubic feet (28.3 m3) See Section 1103 3 6
SECTION 202 -- A
Following the definition of AIA add the follov~nng definition.
AIRPORT is the area wrtlin the boundaries of the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.
SECTION 213 -- L
Following the definition of LABELED add the following definition.
LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS ns a fluid in the liquid state composed predominantly of
methane and which may contain minor quantities of ethane, propane, nitrogen or other
components normally found in natural gas.
SECTION 220 -- S
Following the definition of SEGREGATED add the following definition.
SELF-SERVICE STORAGE FACILITY is a building or structure m which space ns leased
or rented to mdi«duals or entities as storage space and m wich items are stored and removed by
the indivndual or entity leasing or renting the space.
SECTION 901.4.1 GENERAL
Amend as follows
90141 General. Marking of fire apparatus access roads, addresses and fire protection
equipment shall be in accordance wrath Section 901 4 See Section 902.2.3 for fire apparatus
access road marking.
SECTION 902.2.1 REQUIRED ACCESS
Amend as follows
902.2.1 Required access. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided nn accordance wrath
Sections 901 and 902.2 for every facility, building or portion of a building hereafter constructed
or moved into or witlin the jurisdiction when any portion of the facility or any portion of an
exterior wall of the first story of the building is located more than 150 feet (45 720 mm) from fire
apparatus access as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building or facility
The ath of measurement shall be alon a minimum of a ten 10 feet wide unobstructed athwa
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azound the external walls of the structure. See also Section 902.3 for personnel access to
buildings. {balance to remain unchanged}
SECTION 902.2.2.1 DIMENSIONS
Amend as folloc~Ts.
902.2.2.1 Dimensions. Fire appazatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less
than 22 feet (6706 mm) and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than-14 feet (4267
mm).
EhCEPTION: Vertical clearance may be reduced, provided such reduction does
not unpair access by fire apparatus and approved signs are installed and maintained
indicating the established vertical cleazance when approved.
Vertical clearances or vv~dths shall be increased when, in the opimon of the chief, vertical
clearances or v~~dths are not adequate to provide fire apparatus access.
SECTION 902.2.3 MARKING
Amend as follou-s
902.2.3 Marking. Either approved striping, signs or both shall be provided and maintained for
fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads and prohibit the obstruction thereof.
1 Striping -Fire appaaatus access roads shall be mazked by painted lines of red traffic paint
six inches (6") m width to show the boundaries of the lane. The words "NO PARKING FIRE
LANE" shall appear in four inch (4") white letters at 25 feet intervals on the red border mazlcings
along both sides of the fire lanes.
2. Signs -shall read "NO PARKING FIRE LANE" and shall be 12" v~nde and 18" high.
Signs shall be painted on a white background with letters and borders in red, using not less than
2" lettering. Signs shall be permanently affixed to a stationary post and the bottom of the sign
shall be six feet sia inches (6'6") above fimshed grade. Signs shall be spaced not more than fifty
feet (50') apart. Signs may be installed on permanent buildings or walls or as approved by the
Fue Cluef.
SECTION 903 4.2 REQUIRED INSTALLATIONS
Amend as follows
903.4:2 Required installations. The location, number and type of fire hydrants connected to a
water supply capable of delivering the required fire flow shall be provided on the public street or
on the site of the prermses or both to be protected as required and approved by the chief. Fire
hydrants shall be installed at 250-foot intervals along new roadways, with no part of the exterior
of a building in excess of a 300-foot hose lay from a hydrant.
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SECTION 1001.4 INSTALLATION ACCEPTANCE TESTING
Amend the third paragraph to read as follows.
Fire alarm and detection systems shall be tested in accordance vv~th NFPA 72 (1996 edition),
D/FW Airport Fire Alarm Specifications and nationally recognized standards.
SECTION 1003.1.2 STANDARDS
Amend as follows.
1003.1.2 Standards Fire protection systems shall comply with the appropriate Uniform
Building Code Standards and National Fire Protection Association Standards. (See UBC
Standard 9-1 )
EXCEPTION Automatic fire-extinguishing systems not covered by the Building
Code shall be approved and installed in accordance with approved standards.
The water supply as required for such systems shall be provided in accordance with the
supply requirements of the respective standards, however, every fire protection system shall be
designed with a 15 psi margin of safety
SECTION 1003.1.3 MODIFICATIONS
Amend as follows
1003.1.3 Modifications. When residential sprinkler systems as set forth in the Building Code
(see UBC Standard 9-3) are provided, exceptions to, or reductions in, Building Code
requirements based on the installation of an automatic fire-extingmshing system are not allowed.
Allowable tradeoffs for, or increases in, Building Code provisions based on the installation of an
automatic fire-extinguishing system are not allowed.
EXCEPTION: Reductions are allowed for the following provisions
1 Section 708.3 1 1.3 of the Building Code, draft stops in floor-ceiling
assemblies.
2. Section 708.3 1.2.1 of the Building Code, draft stops in attics.
3 Section 708.3 1.2.2 of the Building Code, draft stops in attics.
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SECTION 1003.2.2 ALL OCCUPANCIES EXCEPT GROUP R, DIVISION 3 AND
GROUP U OCCUPANCIES
Amend item 5 as follows
5 Throughout all buildings with a floor level, other than penthouses m compliance with
Section 1511 of the Building Code, that is located SS feet (16 764 mm) or more above the lowest
level of fire department vehicle access.
EXCEPTIONS Open parking structures.
Add items 6, and 7 as follows
6 High-Piled Combustible Storage. For any Group S Occupancy with a clear height
exceeding 15', see Section 8101
7 Spray Booths and Rooms. New and existing spray booths and spraying rooms shall be
protected by an approved automatic fire-exhngwslung system.
SECTION 1003.2.6.4 GROUP H, DIVISION ~ OCCUPANCIES
Add new item 1003.2.6 4 as follows
1003.2.6.4 Group H, Division 5 Occupancies. Aircraft hangers shall be classified by Group
and Type NOYe, and shall be provided with afire-exhngutshing system as specified by UBC
Standard 9-4
(Note: Any classification of construction type under UBC Standard 9-4 shall be for use with that standard only
and shall have no bearing on the construction type used in conjunction with any other provision of this code.)
SECTION 1003.2.9 GROUP R,~DIVISION 1 OCCUPANCIES
Amend as follows
1003.2.9 Group R, Division 1 Occupancies. An automatic spnnkler system shall be installed
throughout every apartment house three or more stones m het~ht or contauung 16 or more
dwelling units, every congregate residence three or more stones in height or having an occupant
load of more than 10, and every hotel three or more stones in height or contauung 20 or more
guest rooms. Restdenhal or quick-response standard spnnklers shall be used in the dwelling
units and guest room portions of the building.
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SECTION 1003.2.10 SPECIAL OCCUPANCIES
Add new Section 1003.2.10 as followmg•
1003.2.10 Special Occupancies.
1003.2.10.1 Self-service storage facilities. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed
throughout all self-ser~~ce storage facihties.
ENCEPTION: One-story self-service storage facilities, that have no mtenor
comdors, vvtth a one-hour fire-rated occupancy separation wall installed between
every storage compartment.
1003.2.10.2 Group S, DiFTision 5 Occupancies. Aircraft hangers shall be classified by Group
and Type Note and shall be provided with afire-extinguishing system as specified by UBC
Standard 9-4
(Note: Any classification of construction type under UBC Standard 9-4 shall be for use with that standard only
and shall have no bearing on the construction type used in conjunction with any other provision of this code.)
SECTION 1003.4 PERMISSIBLE SPRINKLER OMISSIONS
Amend paragraph 4 4 as follows.
4 4 When other approved fire-protection equipment is installed m such areas.
SECTION 1004.3 LOCATION OF CLASS I STANDPIPE HOSE CONNECTIONS.
Amend paragraph three as follows.
There shall be a two-way outlet above the roof hne on every standpipe when the roof has a
slope of less than 4 amts vertical m 12 amts horizontal (33.3% slope)
E~iCEPTION: Where the stairway extends to the roof, the two-way outlet may
be located at the topmost floor landing.
Add a new paragraph ~ at end of 1004.3 as follows
All class I standpipes shall be•
1 Water filled at all trines, or
2. Supervised with a mimmum of 10 psig and a maximum of 40 psig air pressure with a
high/low alarm.
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SECTION 1007.2.1.1 WHEN REQUIRED
Amend as follov~-s.
1007.2.1.1 When required. All buildings and structures hereafter constructed shall have
installed a complete, fully functional and operational fire alarm system in accordance with DFW
Airport Fire Alarm Specifications. Other sections of this code may be applicable when required
by the chief.
E~iCEPTION• Storage sheds, detached buildings and/or temporary buildings of
1,000 square feet or less and not used as sleeping quarters may not require an alarm
system.
SECTION 1.007.2.4 GROUP 3 OCCUPANCIES
Amend as follov~Ts:
1007.2.4.1 General. Group E Occupancies shall be provided with fire alarm systems in
accordance with Section 1007.2.4 Group E Occupancies shall be provided with an approved
manual fire alarm system. In Division 3 occupancies, system smoke detectors shall be installed
in all rooms used by children. {balance to remain unchanged}
SECTION 1007.2.12.2 HIGH-RISE Bi7ILDINGS
Amend as follo~js:
1007.2.12.2.1 General. Occupancies, each having floors used for human occupancy located
more than 55 feet (16 764 mm) above the {remainder of paragraph unchanged} with
Section 1007.2.12.2
EXCEPTION• Open parking garages in compliance with Section 311 9 of the
Buildtna Code.
SECTION 1007.2.12.2.3 EMERGENCY VOICE ALARM SIGNALING SYSTEM
Add fourth para~-aph to end of section as follows.
Actuation of any- automatic or manual device shall imtiate an alarm signal on the alarming
floor, the floor above, and the floor below and identify on an annunciator the zone or .address
from which the alarm signal originated.
SECTION 1007.2.12.2.4 FIRE DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
Amend as follows.
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1007.2.12.2.4 Fire department communication system. A two-way, appro~Ted fire department
communication system shall be provided for fire department use. It shall operate between the
central control station and elevators, elevator lobbies, emergency and standby power rooms, fire
pump room and ~xs~-stairways at each floor level.
SECTION 1007.2.12.6 CORRIDORS IN OFFICE USES
Amend as follows
1007.2.12.6 Corridors in office uses. When required by the Building Code for corridors in lieu
of one-hour corndor construction, smoke detectors shall be installed within office corridors in
accordance with their listing. The actuation of any detector shall activate alarms audible m all
areas served by the corridor (See UBC Section 1004.3 4.3, Exceptions 4 and 6 )
SECTION 1007.3.1 DESIGN STANDARDS
Amend as follows
1007.3.1 Design standards. Fire alarm systems hereafter installed shall be designed, installed
and maintained m accordance with the DFW Airport Fire Alarm Specifications and NFPA 72
(1996 edition.) Every fire alarm system shall have equipment compatible to and used in
conjunction with the Airport's central fire alarm system.
All new or replacement alarm systems serving 50 or more alarm actuating devices shall be
addressable fire detection systems. Alarm systems serving more than 7~ smoke detectors or
more than 200 total alarm activating devices shall be analog intelligent addressable fire detection
systems.
EXCEPTION. Existing systems need not comply unless the total system
remodel or expansion initiated after January 1, 1998 exceeds 30% of the building
When cumulative building remodel or expansion exceeds 50% the building must
comply within 18 months of permit application.
SECTION 1007.3.3.1 MANUAL FIRE ALARM BOXES
Add new paragraph as follows
3 Manual alarm actuating devices shall be an approved double action type.
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SECTION 1007.3.3.8 WIRING
Add new .Section as follows.
1007.3.3.8 Wiring. All fire alarm systems shall be installed in such a manner that the failure of
any single alarm-actuating or alarm-mdncatnng device will not interfere with the normal operation
of any other such devices. See also Section 1007.2.1 1
SECTION 1007.3.3.9 "FLOW DETECTORS AND ELECTRONIC MONITORING
Add new Section as follows
1007.3.3.9 Flow detectors and electronic monitoring. Sprinkler and standpipe system water-
flow detectors shall be provided for each floor tap to the sprinkler system and shall cause an
alarm upon detection of water flow for more than 90 seconds.
See also NFPA 20 for supervision of fire pumps.
TABLE 1004-A-STANDPIPE REQUIRED SYSTEMS
Amend Item 5 standpipe class for sprinklered buildings from "No requirement to "Class 1"
SECTION 1102.3.1 GENERAL
Amend as follows
1102.3.1 General. Open burning shall be conducted in trenches with approved equipment and
in accordance with Section 1102.3 Open burninig shall also be conducted as required by other
governing agencies regulating emissions.
EXCEPTION. Recreational fires shall be m accordance with Section 1102 4
SECTION 1103.3.6.1 GENERAL
Amend as follows
1103.3.6.1 General. Tire storage areas in excess of 1,000 cubic feet (28.3 m3) is prohibited
within the airport.
SECTION 1103.3.6.2 INDIVIDUAL PILE5
Delete 1103.3 6.2 in rts entirety
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SECTION 1303.3.2 GROUP A OCCUPANCIES
Amend as follows
1303.3.2 Group A Occupancies. Fire drills shall be conducted annually and shall be for
employees only
SECTION 1303.5.1 FIRE DRILLS
Amend as follows.
1303.3.5.1 Fire drills. Fue drills shall be conducted semi-annually for each sluff. Fire drills
shall be for staff members onl}~
PART IV -SPECIAL OCCUPANCY USES
ARTICLE 24 -- AIRPORTS, IIELIPORTS AND HELISTOPS
Delete m its entirety and replace with PART FOUR, ARTICLE 24 -AVIATION
FACILITIES of this document.
SECTION 2505.3 COMPETITIONS AND DEMONSTRATIONS
Add new Section as follows
2505.3.5 Ventilation. Adequate ventilation shall be provided in azeas of competition or
demonstration to prevent the accumulation of noxious or dangerous gases.
ARTICLE 34 -AUTOMOBILE WRECKING YARDS
Replace with the following:
SECTION 3401-- SCOPE
Automobile wrecking yazds as defined in this code are prohibited within the airport.
SECTION 4502.8.1 GENERAL
Amend as follows
4502.8.1 General. New and existing spray booths and spraying rooms shall be protected by
approved automatic fire-extingwshing systems. Such systems shall be extended to protect
exhaust plenums, exhaust ducts and both sides of dry filters when such filters are used. For
installation of automatic sprinklers in ducts, see the Mechanical Code. article 46 -fruit-npening
processes
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Replace with following:
SECTION 4601-- SCOPE
Fnut-ripening processes as defined in this code are prohibited within the airport.
ARTICLE 50 -1VIANUFACTURING OF ORGANIC COATINGS
Replace with following.
SECTION 5001-- SCOPE
The manufacturing of organic coatings as defined in this code is prohibited within the airport.
SECTION 5201.1 .SCOPE
Add the following sentence to end of Section 5201 1
The storage and handling of liquefied natural gas (LNG) shall be m accordance with NFPA 59A
(1996 edition.)
ARTICLE 76 -PREVENTION OF DUST EXPLOSIONS
Replace with the following-
Section 7601.1 Scope Dust-producing operations as defined m Article 2 of this code are
prohibited within the airport.
ARTICLE 78 -FIREWORKS AND PYROTECIINIC SPECIAL EFIFECTS MATERIAL
Amend as follows.
7801.1 Scope. Fireworks and temporary storage {rest of paragraph unchanged} in
accordance with Article 78 Use of pyrotechnic special-effects materials indoors shall be in
accordance with NFPA 1126 (1996 edition.)
Amend as follows.
7801.3.1.1 Manufacturing. The manufacturing of fireworks is prohibited.
Amend as follows
7802.3 Prohibition. The storage, use and handling of fireworks are prohibited.
EXCEPTIONS: The use of fireworks for display is allowed as set forth in
Section 7802.4
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SECTION 7902.6.11 SECONDARY CONTAINMENT
Amend as follows
7902.6.11 Secondary Containment: An approved method of secondary containment shall be
provided for underground tank systems, including tanks, piping and related components. See
Appendix II-G
SECTION 7902.6.12.1 DRY SUMPS
Add new Section as follows.
7902.6.12.1 Dry sumps. Approved sampling tubes of a rrLmmum 6 inches m diameter shall be
installed m the backfill material of each underground flammable or combustible liquid storage
tank. The tubes shall extend from a point 12 inches below the average grade of the excavation to
ground level and shall be provided with suitable surface access caps. Each tank site shall provide
a sampling sump at the corners of the excavation with a muumum of 4 sumps. Sampling tubes
shall be placed in the product line excavation within 10 feet of the tank excavation and one every
50 feet routed along product Imes towards the dispensers, a muumum of two are required.
SECTION 8101.1 SCOPE
Add a third paragraph to 8101 1 .Scope as follows
Any Group S Occupancy exceeding 12,000 sq ft. that has a clear height in excess of 15',
making rt possible to be used for storage in excess of 12 feet, shall be considered to be high-piled
storage and shall comply with the provisions of tlvs section. When a specific product cannot be
identified, a fire protection system shall be installed as for Class IV commodities.
SECTION 8102.8.1 GENERAL
Amend as follows.
8102.8.1 General. When curtain boards are requued by Table 81-A, curtain boards shall be
provided m accordance with Section 8102.8 Also see Footnote 2, Table 81-B
EXCEPTION: Curtain boards are only requu-ed between different types of fire
protection systems m fully spnnklered Group S occupancies storing Class I-IV
commodities.
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TABLE 81-B-REQUIREIVIEN'I'S FOR CURTAIl~T BOARDS AND SIVIOKE VENTING
Add footnote 4 to table as follows.
°Where the high-piled storage areas of the building are protected with an approved ESFR system,
the required vent-area to floor-azea ratio may be decreased by one half.
SECTION'8203.2.1 PORTABLE CONTAINERS
Add Sections 8203.2.1.9 and 8203.2.1 10 as follows.
8203.2.1.9 Jewelry repair, dental labs and similar occupancies. Where natural gas service is
not available, portable LP-Gas containers aze allowed to be used to supply approved torch
assemblies or similar .appliances. Such containers shall not exceed 20-pound (9 0 kg) water
capacity Aggregate capacity shall not exceed 60-pound (27.2 kg) water capacity Each device
shall be separated from other containers by a distance of not less than 20 feet.
8203.2.1.10 Portable gas grills. LP-Gas containers aze allowed to be used to supply portable
gas grills at residential occupancies. Such containers shall not exceed 20-pound (9 0 kg) water
capacity
'SECTION 8203.4 SPAS AND POOL HEATERS
Add new Section as follows.
8203.4 Spas and Pool Heaters. Where natural gas service is not available, LP-Gas containers
are allowed to be used to supply spa and pool heaters. Such containers shall not exceed 250-
gallon water capacity See Table 8204-A for location of containers.
SECTION 8204.2 MAXIMTIM CAPACITY WITHIN ESTABLISHED LIMITS
Amend as follows
8204.2 Maximum Capacity within Established Limits Within the limits established by law
restncting the storage of LP-gas for the protection of heavily populated or congested commercial
areas, the aggregate capacity of any one installation shall not exceed a 2,000 -gallon (7571 L)
water capacity (see sample adoption ordinance, Section ~)
EXCEPTION• Except as permitted in 8203 4, LP-Gas containers are not
allowed m residential azeas.
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ADOPTION OF APPENDIX CI~APTERS
The following appendix chapters are specifically adopted as part of the Fire Code (vvtth
amendments where noted)
Appendix I-C -STAIRWAY IDENTIFICATION
Appendix II-B -PROTECTION OF FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID TANKS
IN LOCATIONS SUBJECT TO FLOODING
Appendix II-C -- MARINAS
Appendix II-E -HAZARDOUS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT PLANS AND HAZARDOUS
MATERIALS INVENTORY STATEMENTS
Appendix II-H -SITE ASSESSMENTS FOR DETERMINING POTENTIAL FIRE AND
E~LOSION RISKS FROM UNDERGROUND FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID
TANK LEAKS
Appendix II-J -STORAGE OF FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS IN TANKS
LOCATED WITHIN BELOW-GRADE VAULTS
Appendix III-A -- FIRE-FLOW REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS
Appendix III-C -INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE OF WATER-BASED
FIRE-PROTECTION SYSTEMS
Appendix IV-B -CHRISTMAS TREES (Amended as follows)
SECTION 1-SCOPE
The use of natural or resin-beanng cut trees m all occupancies shall be in accordance with
Appendix IV-B
EXCEPTION. Group R, Division 3 Occupancies and wrtlun individual dwelling
amts of Group R, Division 1 Occupancies.
Appendix V-A -NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED STANDARDS OF GOOD PRACTICE
Appendix VI-E -REFERENCE TABLES FROM THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE
(Amended as follows)
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TABLE S-A-EXTERIOR WALL AND OPENING PROTECTION BASED ON
LOCATION ON PROPERTY FOR ALL -CONSTRUCTION TYPES
Add footnote 8 notation to the heading "EXTERIOR WALLS g" and add footnote to read as
follo«=s.
s When the exterior wall of anon-high-rise building is more than 20 feet from the property line,
the fire-resistive requirements for exterior bearing and exterior nonbearing walls may be
reduced by one-hour when the building is provided with an approved automatic sprinkler
s~•stem throughout as specified m Chapter 9 However, a wall that is required to be one-hour
may not be reduced except as allowed under Section 508
TABLE 6-A-TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION-FIRE-RESISTIVE REQUIRES (IN
xoURS~
Add footnote 4 in building element 8, "8 Roofs and roof-ceilings 4 "and add footnote to read as
follows
"The fire-resistive requirements for roofs of non-high-rise buildings may be reduced by one-hour
«Then the building is provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system throughout as
specified m Chapter 9
TABLE 8-B-MAXIMUM FLAME-SPREAD CLASS
Change the rating for Other Exitways for Occupancy Group R-1 from Class "II" to Class "I"
Amend footnote 2 as follows
2 Finish classification is not applicable to interior walls and ceilings of exterior exit balconies
except as requued in Section 310 13 of the Building Code for Group R, Division 1
Occupancies.
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AMENDMENTS T'O UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARDS
(UFC, VOLUME 2)
GLOBAL CHANGES
All references to the following standards are hereby modified as follo~;~s
Referenced Standard New Reference
UBC Standard 9-1 NFPA 13 (1996 Edition)
UFC Standard 10-1 NFPA 10 (1994 Edition)
UFC Standard 10-2 NFPA 72 (1996 Edition)
UFC Standard 24-1 [See Part Four]
UFC Standard 52-1 NFPA 52 (1995 edition)
UFC Standard 62-1 NFPA 86 (1995 edition)
UFC Standard 74-1 NFPA 99 (1996 edition)
UFC Standard 79-1 NFPA 11 (1994 edition)
UFC Standard 79-2 NFPA 15 (1996 edition)
UFC Standard 79-3 NFPA 704 (1996 edition)
UFC Standard 79-4 NFPA 385 (1990 edition)
UFC Standard 79-5 NFPA 386 (1990 edition)
UFC Standard 79-6 No change
UFC Standard 79-7 No change
UFC Standard 80-1 No change
UFC Standard 80-2 NFPA 50 (1996 edition)
UFC Standard 80-3 NFPA SOB (1994 edition)
UFC Standard 80-4 No change
UFC Standard 81-1 NFPA 231 (1995 edition)
UFC Standard 81-2 NFPA 231C (1995 edition)
UFC Standard 81-3 No change
UFC Standard 81-4 NFPA 231 C (1995 edition)
UFC Standard 82-1 NFPA 58 (1995 edition)
UFC Standard 88-1 No change
UFC Standard A-III-C-1 No change
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PART FOUR
SPECIAL OCCUPANCY USES
ARTICLE 24 -AVIATION FACILITIES
SECTION 2401-- GENERAL
2401.1 Scope. Airports, heliports, hehstops and aircraft hangars shall be in accordance with
Article 24
2401.2 Definitions.
AIRCRAFT OPERATION AREA (AOA) is any area used or intended for use for the
parking, taxiing, takeoff, landing or other ground-based aircraft activity
AIRPORT is an area of land or structural surface which is used, or intended for use, for the
landing and taking-off of aircraft with an overall length greater than 39 feet (11,887 mm) and an
overall exterior width greater than 6 6 feet (2,012 mm}, and any- appurtenant areas which are used
or intended for use for airport buildings and other airport facihues.
HELIPORT is an area of land or water or a structural surface which is used, or intended for
use, for the landing and taking-off of helicopters, and any appurtenant areas which are used, or
intended for-use, for heliport buildings and other heliport facihues.
HELISTOP is the same as heliport, except that no fueling, defuelmg, maintenance, repairs
or storage of helicopters is permitted.
2401.3 Permits. For permits to operate aircraft refueling vehicles, application of flammable or
combustible finishes, and welding or cutting see Section 105 Permits a.2, s 1, or w 1
2401.4 Regulations Not Covered. Regulations not specifically contained herein pertaining to
airports, aircraft maintenance, aircraft hangars and appurtenant operations shall be in accordance
with U.F C Standards 24-1, 24-2 and other nationally recognized standards.
2401.5 Sources of Ignition. Open flames, flame-producing devices and other sources of
ignition shall not be permitted m a hangar, except in approved locations or in any location within
50 feet (15,240 mm) of an aircraft fueling operation.
2401.6 Smoking. Smoking shall be prohibited m aircraft refueling vehicles, aircraft hangars
and aircraft operation areas used for cleaning, paint removal. painting operations or fueling NO
SMOKING signs shall be provided in accordance with Section 1109 4 1
EXCEPTION• Designated and approved smoking areas.
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2401.7 Housekeeping. The AOA and related areas shall be kept free of combustible debris at
all tunes.
2401.8 Fire Department Access. Fire lanes and access roads shall be provided and maintained
m accordance v~nth Amcle 9 Fire lanes, access roads and aircraft parking positions shall be
designed m a manner so as to preclude the possibility of fire vehicles traveling under any portion
of a parked aircraft
2401.9 Dispensing Flammable and Combustible Liquids. Dispensing, transferring and
storage of flammable and combustible liquids shall be in accordance with this Article and Article
79
2401.10 Combustible Storage. Combustible materials stored in aircraft hangars shall be stored
in approved locations and containers.
2401:11 Hazardous A'Iaterial Storage. Hazardous materials shall be stored in accordance with
Article 80
SECTION 2402 -AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
2402.1 Transferring Flammable and Combustible Liquids. Flammable and combustible
liquids shall not be dispensed into or removed from a container, tank, vehicle or aircraft except m
approved locations.
2402.2 Application of Flammable and Combustible Liquid Finishes. The application of
flammable (Class I) or combustible (Class II) liquid finishes is prohibited unless all of the
following conditions are met:
1 The application of the liquid fuish is accomplished in an approved location, and
2 The application methods and procedures are in accordance with Article 45 and applicable
nationally recognized standards.
2402.3 Cleaning Parts. Class IA flammable liquids shall not be used to clean aircraft, aircraft
parts or aircraft engines. For cleaning with other flammable and combustible Liquids, see Article
79 Section 7903.2.2.
2402.4 Spills.
2402.4.1 General. This section pertains to spills of flammable and combustible liquids as well
as other hazardous materials. See also Section 2404 11
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2402.4.2 Cessation of worn. All activities m the affected area not related to the mitigation of
the spill shall cease until the spilled material has been. removed or otherwise deemed safe by the
chief.
2402.4.3 Vehicle movement. Aircraft or other vehicles shall not be moved through the spill
area until it has been deemed safe by the chief.
2402.4.4 Mitigation. Spills shall be reported, documented and mitigated in accordance with the
provisions of this Article and Article 80
2402.5 Running Engines. Aircraft engines shall not be run m aircraft hangars except m
approved engine test areas.
2402.6 Open Flame. Repairing of aircraft requiring the use of open flames, spark-producing
devices or the hearing of parts above 500°F (260°C) shall only be done m the open or m an area
conforming with the Biulding Code for a Group H, Division 5 Occupancy
SECTION 2403 --PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
2403.1 General Portable fire extinguishers suitable for flammable or combustible liquid and
electrical-type fires shall be provided as specified in Section 2403 and U.F C Standard 10-1 All
extingmshers requrred by this section shall be inspected and ma~ntamed m accordance with
U.F C Standard 10-1
2403.2 On Towing Vehicles. Vehicles used for towing aircraft shall be equipped with at least
one listed fire extinguisher having a minimum rating of 20-B•C m accordance vv~th U.F C
Standard 10-1
2403.3 On Welding Apparatus. Welding apparatus shall be equipped vv~th at least one listed
fire ea-tinguisher hai~ng a miumum rating of 2-A.10-B•C m accordance with U.F C Standard
10-1
2403.4 On Aircraft Fuel-servicing Tank Vehicles. Au•craft fuel servicing tank vehicles shall
be equipped with at least two listed fire extingmshers, each having a minimum rating of 20-B•C
m accordance v~1th U:F C Standard 10-1 Afire extmglusher shall be readily accessible from
either side of the `~elicle.
2403.5 On H~-drant Fuel-servicing Vehicles. Hydrant fuel servicing vehucles shall be
egwpped with ai least one listed fire extinguisher having a minimum rating of 20-B C in
accordance with U.F C 10-1
2403.6 At Fuel-dispensing Stations. Portable fire extmgarshers at fuel-dispensing stations
shall be located such that pumps or dispensers are not more than 75 feet (22,860 mm) from one
such extinguisher Fire extinguishers shall be provided as follows
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1 When the open-hose discharge capacity of the fueling system is not more than 200 gallons
per minute (12.6 L/s), at least two listed extinguishers having a minimum rating of 20-B C, in
accordance wrath U.F C Standard 10-1, shall be provided.
2. When the open-hose discharge capacity of the fueling system is more than 200 gallons per
minute (12.6 L/s) but not over 350 gallons per minute (22.1 L/s), at least one listed wheeled
extinguisher having a minimum rating of 80-B•C, m accordance with U.F C Standard 10-1, and
having a mimmum capacity of 125 pounds (57 kg) of agent shall be provided.
3 When the open-hose discharge capacity of the fueling system is more than 350 gallons per
minute (22.1 L/s), at least two fisted wheeled extinguishers having a mmiznum rating of 80-B C
each, m accordance with U.F C Standard 10-1, and havnng a minmum capacity of 125 pounds
(57 kg) of agent each shall be provided.
2403.7 Fire Extinguisher Access.
2403.7.1 General. Fire extingmshers required by provisions of this arncle shall be accessible at
all times. Where necessary, provisions shall be made to clear accumulations of snow, ice and
other forms of weather-induced obstructions.
2403.7.2 Cabinets. Cabinets and enclosed compartments used to house fire extinguishers shall
be clearly marked with the words "Fire Extinguisher" in letters at lease 2 inches (50 8 mm) high.
These cabinets shall be readily accessible at all tunes.
2403.8 Reporting Use. Use of any fire extinguisher under any circumstances shall be reported
to the manager of the airport and the chief immediately after use.
SECTION 2404 -- AIRCRAFT FUELING
2404.1 Aircraft Motor Vehicle Fuel-dispensing Stations. Aircraft motor vehicle fuel-
dispensmg stations shall be in accordance with Article 52.
2404.2 Airport Fuel Systems. Airport fuel systems shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with U.F C Standard 24-1
2404.3 Construction of Aircraft Fueling Vehicles and Accessories.
2404.3.1 General. Aircraft fueling vehicles shall be in compliance with Section 2404 and shall
be designed and constructed m accordance with U.F C Standards 24-1 and 79-4
2404.3.2 Transfer apparatus. Aircraft fueling vehicles shall be equipped and maintained with
an approved transfer apparatus. "
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If such transfer apparatus is operated by an individual unit of the internal combustion motor
type, such power unit shall be located as remotely as practicable from pumps, piping, meters, air
ehmmators, water separators, hose reels, and similar equipment, and shall be housed m a separate
compartment from any of the aforementioned items. The fuel tanks m connection therewith shall
be suitably designed and installed, and the maximum capacity shall not exceed 5 U S gallons
(18 9 L) when such tank is installed on any such engine in any compartment housing any such
engine. The exhaust pipe, muffler and-tail pipe shall be shielded.
If operated by gears or chains, the gears, chains, shafts, bearings, housing and all parts
thereof shall be of an approved design and shall be installed and maintained in a workmanlike
manner
Flexible connections for the purpose of .eliminating vibration are allowed if the material used
therein is designed, installed and maintained m an approved manner provided such connections
do not exceed 24 inches (610 mm) in hength.
2404.3.3 Pumps. Pumps of a positive displacement type shall be provided with a bypass relief
valve set at a pressure of not more than 35 percent m excess of the normal working pressure of
such amt. Such amts shall be equipped and maintained with a pressure gage on the discharge
side of the pump
2404.3.4 Dispensing hoses and nozzles. Hoses shall be designed for the transferring of
hydrocarbon liquids.
Hoses shall not be any longer than necessary to provide efficient fuel transfer operations.
Hoses shall be equipped with an approved shutoff nozzle. Fuel transfer nozzles shall be of self-
closing type, designed to be actuated by hand pressure only Notches and other devices shall not
be used for holding a nozzle valve handle m the open position. Nozzles shall be equipped with a
bonding cable complete with proper attachment for aircraft to be serviced.
2404.3.5 Protection of electrical equipment. Electric wiring, switches, lights and other
sources of ignition, when located in a compartment housing piping, pumps, air eliminators, water
separators, hose reels or similar equipment, shall be enclosed in avapor-tight housing. Electrical
motors located in such a compartment shall be of a type approved for use as specified in the
Electrical Code
2404.3.6 Venting of equipment compartments. Compartments housing piping, pumps, air
eliminators, water separators, hose reels and similar equipment shall be adequately ventilated at
floor level or within the floor itself.
2404.3.7 Accessory equipment. Ladders, hose reels and similar accessory equipment shall be
of an approved type and constructed substantially as follows.
1 Ladders constructed of noncombustible material are allowed to be used with or attached to
aircraft fueling vehicles, provided the manner of attachment or use of such ladders is approved
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and does not constitute an additional fire or accident hazard in the operation of such fueling
vehicles.
2. Hose reels used in connection with fueling vehicles shall be constructed of
noncombustible matenals and shall be provided with a packing gland or other device which will
preclude fuel leakage between reels and fuel manifolds.
2404.3:8 Electrical bonding provisions
2404.3.8.1 General. Transfer apparatus shall be metallically interconnected with tanks, chassis,
axles and springs of aircraft fueling vehicles.
2404.3.8.2 Bonding cables. Aircraft fueling vehicles shall be provided and maintained with a
substantial heavy-duty electncal cable of sufficient length to be bonded to the aircraft to be
serviced. Such cable shall be metallically connected to the transfer apparatus or chassis of the
aircraft fueling -vehicle on one end and shall be provided with a suitable metal clamp on the other
end, to be fixed to the aircraft.
The bond cable shall be bare or have a transpat~ent protective sleeve and be stored on a reel or
in a compartment provided for no other purpose. It shall be carved m such a manner that rt will
not be subjected to sharp kinks or accidental breakage under conditions of general use.
2404.3.9 Smoking. Smolung ui aircraft fueling vehicles is prohibited. .Signs to this effect shall
be conspicuously posted m the dnver's compartment of all fueling vehicles.
2404.3.10 Smoking equipment. Smoking equipment such as cigarette lighters and ash trays
shall not be provided in aircraft fueling vehicles.
2404 4 Operation, Maintenance and Use of Aircraft Fueling Vehicles.
2404.4.1 General. The operation, maintenance and use of aircraft fueling vehicles shall be m
accordance with Section 2404 4 and other applicable provisions of Article 24
2404.4.2 Proper maintenance. Aircraft fueling vehicles and all related equipment shall be
properly maintained and kept in good repair Accumulations of oil, grease, fuel and other
flammable or combustible matenals is prohibited. Maintenance and servicing of such equipment
shall be accomplished in approved areas.
2404.4.3 Vehicle integrity Tanks, pipes, hoses, valves and other fuel-delivery equipment shall
be maintained leak-free at all times.
2404.4.4 Removal from senzce. Aircraft fueling vehicles and related equipment which aze in
violation of Sections 2404 4.2 or 2404 4.3 shall be immediately defueled and removed from
service. This equipment shall not be returned to service until proper repairs have been made.
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2404.4.5 Operators. Aucraft fueling vehicles which are operated by a person, firm or
corporation other than the permttee or the permittee's authorized employee shall be provided
with a legible sign visible from outside the vehicle showing the name of the person, firm or
corporation operating such umt.
2404.5 Fueling and Defueling.
2404.5.1 Positioning of aircraft fuel servicing vehicles.
2404.5.1.1 Aircraft egress. Aircraft fueling vehicles shall not be located, pazked or permitted to
stand m a position where such unit would obstruct egress from an aircraft should fire occur
during fuel transfer operations. In addition, tank vehicles shall not be located, parked or
permitted to stand under any portion of an aircraft.
2404.5:1.2 Fueling vehicle egress. A clear path shall be maintained for aircraft fueling vehicles
to provide for prompt and tmaehy egress from the fueling area.
2404.5.1.3 Aircraft vent openings. A clear space of at least 10 feet (3,048 mm) shall be
maintained between aucraft fuel-system vent openings and any part or portion of an aircraft
fueling vehcle.
2404:51.4 Parking. Pnor to leaving the cab, the aircraft fueling vehicle operator shall insure
that the pazkmg brake has been set. At least two chock blocks not less than 5 inches by 5 inches
by 12 inches (127 mm by 127 mm by 304 8 mm) m size and dished to fit the contour of the tires
shall be utilized and positioned in such a manner as to preclude movement of the vehicle m any
direction.
.2404.5.2 Electrical bonding.
2404.5.2.1 General. Aircraft fueling vehcles shall be electrically bonded to the aircraft being
fueled or defueled. Bonding connections shall be made pnor to malcmg any fueling connections
and shall not be disconnected until the fuel transfer operations are completed and the fueling
connections have been removed.
EXCEPTION• When a hydrant service vehicle or cart is used for fueling, the
hydrant coupler shall be connected to the hydrant system prior to bonding the fueling
egiupment to the aircraft
2404.5.2.2 Conductive hose. In addition to the bonding cable required m Section 2404 5.2 1,
conductive hose shall be used for all fueling operations.
2404.5.2.3 Bonding conductors on transfer nozzles. Transfer nozzles shall be equipped with
approved bonding conductors which shall be clipped or otherv~nse positively engaged with the
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bonding attachment provided on the aircraft adjacent to the fuel tank cap prior to removal of the
cap
EXCEPTION• In the case of overwmg fueling where no appropriate bondmg
attachment adjacent to the fuel fill port has been provided on the aircraft, the fueling
operator shall touch the fuel tank cap with the nozzle spout prior to removal. of the
cap The nozzle shall be kept m contact with the fill port until fueling is completed.
2404.5.2.4 Funnels. Where required, metal funnels may be used during fueling operations.
Direct contact between the fueling receptacle, the funnel and the fueling nozzle must be
maintained at all times during the fueling operation.
2404.5.3 Training.
2404.5.3.1 Qualified operators. Aircraft fueling vehicles shall be attended and operated only
by persons instructed m methods of proper use and operation and who are qualified to use such
fueling vehicles in accordance v~nth mnrimum safety requirements.
2404.5.3.2 Fueling hazards. Fuel-servicing personnel shall know and understand the hazards
associated with each type of fuel dispensed by the airport fueling system operator
2404.5.3.3 Fire safety training.
.2404.5.3.3.1 Employees. All e#~~ employees of fuel agents who fuel a>rcraft, accept fuel
shipments or otherwise handle fuel shall receive an approved training on fire safety
2404.5.3.3:2 Fire extinguisher training. Fuel-servicing personnel shall be trained in the use of
the available fire extmguislung equipment they might be expected to use.
2404.5.3.3 Documentation. The airport fueling-system operator shall maintain records of all
training adm.iristered to its employees. These records shall be made available to the chief upon
request.
2404.5.4 Transfer personnel. During fuel-transfer operations, a qualified person shall be m
control of each transfer nozzle and another qualified person shall be nn immediate control of the
fuel-pumping equipment to shut off or otherwise control the flow of fuel from the time fueling
operations are begun until they are completed.
EXCEPTION• For underwmg refueling, the person stationed at the point of fuel
intake is not required.
The fueling operator shall monitor the panel of the fueling equipment and the aircraft control
panel during pressure fueling or shall monitor the fill port during overwing fueling.
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2404.5.5 Fuel flow control. Fuel flow control valves shall be operable only b~ the direct hand
pressure of the operator Removal of the operator's hand pressure shall cause an immediate
cessation of the flow of fuel.
2404.6 Emergency Fuel-Shutoff
2404.6.1 Accessibility. Emergency fuel-shutoff controls shall be readily accessible at all times
when the fueling system is being operated.
2404.6.2 Notification of the fire department. The fueling-system operator shall establish a
procedure by which the fire department will be notified m the event of an activation of an
emergency fuel-shutoff control.
2404.6.3 Determining cause. Prior to reestablishment of normal fuel flow the cause of any and
.all fuel shutoff conditions shall be determined and corrected.
2404.6.4 Testing. Emergency fuel-shutoff devices shall be operationally tested at Intervals not
exceeding three months. Suitable records of these tests shall be maintained by the fueling-
system operator
2404.7 Protection of Hoses. Before an aircraft fueling vehicle is moved, fuel transfer hoses
shall be properly placed on the approved reel or m the compartment provided, or stored on the
top decking of the fueling vehicle if proper height rail Is provided for secunt< and protection of
such equipment. Fuel transfer hose shall not be looped or draped over any part of the fueling
vehicle, except as herein provided. Fuel transfer hose shall not be dragged when such fueling
vehicle is moved from one fueling position to another
2404.8 Loading and Unloading. Aircraft fueling vehicles shall be loaded only at an approved
loading rack. Such loading racks shall be in accordance with Section 7904.5.2
EXCEPTIONS: 1 Aircraft refueling amts may be loaded from the fuel tanks of
an aircraft during defuelmg operations.
2. Fuel transfer between tank vehicles may be performed in compliance with
Section 7904.5 when the operation is at least 200 feet (60,960 mm) from an aircraft.
The fuel cargo of such units shall be unloaded only by approved transfer apparatus into the
fuel tanks of aircraft, underground storage tanks or approved gravitS~ storage tanks.
2404.9 Passengers. Passenger traffic is allowed during the tune fuel transfer operations are m
progress, provided the following provisions are strictly enforced by the owner of such aircraft or
the owner's authorized employee
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1 Smoking and producing an open flame in the cabin of the aircraft or on the outside thereof
within 50 feet (15,240 mm) of such aircraft shall be prohibited.
A qualified employee of the aircraft owner shall be responsible for seeing that the passengers
are not allowed to smoke when remaining aboard the aircraft or while going across the ramp
from the gate to such aircraft, or «ce versa.
2. Passengers shall not be permitted to linger about 'the plane, but shall proceed directly
between the loading gate and the aircraft.
3 Passenger loading stands or walkways shall be left in loading position until all fuel
transfer operations are completed.
4 Fuel transfer operations shall not be performed on the main exit side of any aircraft
containing passengers except when the owner of such aircraft or a ,capable and qualified
employee of such owner shall remain inside the aircraft to direct and assist the escape of such
passengers through regular and emergency exits in the event fire should occur during such fuel
transfer operations.
2404.10 Sources of Ignition. Smoking and producing open flames within 50 feet (15,240 mm)
of a point where fuel is being transferred shall be prohibited. Electrical and motor-driven devices
shall not be connected to or disconnected from an aircraft at any time fueling operations are m
progxess on such aircraft.
2404.11 Prevention and Control of Fuel Spills.
2404.11.1 Maintenance of fuel-servicing equipment. Fuel-servicing equipment shall comply
with the requirements of this standard and be maintained in safe operating condition. Leaking or
malfunctioning equipment shall be removed from service.
2404.11.2 Transporting fuel nozzles. Fuel nozzles shall be carried utilizing appropriate
handles. Fuel nozzles shall not be dragged along the ground.
2404.11.3 Drum fueling. Fueling from drums or other containers having a capacity greater than
5 gallons (18 9 L) shall be accomplished with the use of a listed and approved pump
2404:11.4 Fuel spill procedures. The fueling system operator shall establish procedures to
follow m the event of a fuel spill. These procedures shall be comprehensive and shall provide for
at least all of the following:
1 Upon observation of a fuel spill, the aircraft fueling operator shall immediately stop the
delivery of fuel by releasing hand pressure from the fuel flow control valve
2. Failure of the fuel control valve to stop the continued spillage of fuel shall be cause for the
activation of the appropriate emergency fuel shut-off device.
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3 A supervisor for the fueling system operator shall respond to the fuel spill azea
immediately
2404.11.5 Notification of the fire department. The fire department shall be notified of and-
fuel spill which is considered a hazard to people or property or which meets one or more of the
following criteria.
1 Any dimension of the spill is greater than 10 feet (3048 mm)
2. The spill area is .greater than 50 square feet (4 64 m2).
3 The fuel flow is continuous in nature.
An investigation shall be conducted by the fueling-system operator of all spills requiring
notification of the fire department. This investigation shall provide conclusive proof of the cause
and verification of the appropriate use of emergency .procedures. If rt is determined that
corrective .measures are necessary to prevent future incidents of the same nature, they shall be
implemented immediately
2404.11.6 Multiple fuel delivery vehicles. Simultaneous delivery of fuel from more than one
aircraft fueling vehicle to a single aircraft fueling mamfold xs prohibited unless proper backflow
prevention devices are installed to prevent fuel flow into the tank vehicles.
2404.12 Operation of Aircraft Engines and Heaters.
2404.12.1 General. Fuel servicing shall not be performed on fixed-wing aircraft while an
onboard, propulsion engine is operating.
EXCEPTION• In an emergency resulting from the failure of an onboard
auxiliary power unit on a het aircraft and m the absence of suitable ground support
equipment, a het engine mounted at the rear of the aircraft or on the wing on the side
opposite from the fueling point may be operated during fueling to provide power,
provided that the operation follows approved wntten procedures.
.240412.2 Combustion heaters. Fuel servicing shall not be performed on an aircraft while
any on-board combustion heating .equipment is operating.
2404.13 Internal Combustion Engine Equipment around Aircraft other than Aircraft
Fuel-servicing Vehicles.
2404.13.1 General. During aircraft fueling operations, only the equipment actively involved in
the fueling operation will be allowed within 50 feet (15,240 mm) of the aircraft being fueled.
Other equipment shall be prohibited in this area until the fueling operation is complete.
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EXCEPTION This restriction does not apply to aircraft fueling operations
utilizing single-point-refueling with a sealed, mechanically locked fuel line
connection and the fuel is not a Class I flammable liquid.
A clear space of at least 10 feet (3,048 mm) shall be maintained between aircraft fuel-s}rstem
vent opemngs and any part or portion of any aircraft servicing vehicle or equipment.
2404.13.2 Overwing fueling. No vehicles or equipment shall be positioned under the trailing
edge of the wing when aircraft fueling takes place over the wing and the aircraft fuel system
vents are located on the upper wing surface.
2404.14 Electrical Equipment.
2404.14..1 •General. Electrical equipment, such as battery chargers, ground or auxiliary power
amts, fans, compressors or tools, shall not be operated, nor shall they be connected or
disconnected from their power source during fuel service operations.
2404.14.2 Other equipment. No electrical or other spark-producing equipment shall be used
within 10 feet of (3,048 mm) fueling equipment, aircraft fill or vent points, or spill areas unless
that equipment is intrinsically safe and approved for use in an explosive atmosphere.
2404.15 Open Flames on Aircraft Fuel-servicing Ramps.
2404.15.1 Where prohibited. Open flames and open-flame devices are prohibited ~Zthin 50
feet (15,240 mm) of any aircraft fuel-servicing operation or fueling equipment.
2404.15.2 Other areas. The chief may establish other .locations where open flames and open-
flame devices shall be prohibited.
2404.15.3 Matches and lighters. Personnel assigned to and engaged in fuel servicing
operations shall not carry .matches or lighters on or about their person. Matches or lighters are
not permitted m, on or about aircraft fueling equipment.
2404 16 Lightning Precautions. The chief may require the airport authority and the fuelmg-
system operator to-establish written procedures to follow when lightning flashes are detected on
or near the auport. These procedures shall establish criteria for the suspension and resumption of
aircraft fueling operations.
240417 Aircraft Fuel-servicing Locations.
2404.17:1 General. Aircraft fuel-transfer operations shall be prohibited indoors.
EXCEPTION: In Group H, Division 5 Occupancies, aircraft fuel-transfer
operations may be permitted.
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1 where necessary to accomplish aircraft fuel-system maintenance operations.
Such operations shall be performed in accordance with nationally recognized
standards, or
2. where the fuel being used has a flash point greater than 100°F (37 8°C)
.2404.17.2 Position of aircraft. Aircraft being fueled shall be positioned such that any fuel
system vents and other fuel tank openings are a minunum of•
1 25 feet (7 620 mm) from buihdings or structures other than het bridges, and
2. 50 feet (15,240 mm) from air intake vents for boiler, heater or incinerator rooms.
2404.17.3 Fire equipment access. Access for fire service equipment to aircraft shall be
maintained during fuel-servicing operations.
2404.18 Defueiing operations. The requirements for fueling operations contained in this article
shall also apply to aircraft defuelmg operations. Additional procedures shall be established by
the fueling-system operator to prevent overfilling of the tank vehicle used m the defuelmg
operation.
2404.19 Maintenance of Aircraft Fueling Hose.
2404.19 1 Inspections. Hoses used to fuel and/or defuel aircraft shall be inspected periodically
to insure its serviceability and suitability for continued service. The fuel service operator shall
maintain records of all tests and inspections performed on fueling hoses. Hoses found to be
defective or otherwise damaged shall be immediately removed from service.
2404.19.1.1 Daily inspection. Each hose shall be inspected daily This inspection shall include
a complete visual scan of the exterior for evidence of damage, blistering or leakage. Each
coupling shall be inspected for evidence of leaks, slippage or misalignment.
2404.19.1.2 Monthly inspection. Amore thorough inspection, including pressure testing, shall
be accomplished for each hose on a monthly basis. This inspection will include examination of
the .fuel delivery inlet screen for rubber particles, which will indicate problems with the hose
lining.
240419.2 Damaged hose. Any hose that has been subjected to severe abuse shall be
immediately removed from sernce. Any such hoses shall be hydrostatically tested prior to
retunming it to service.
2404.19.3 Repairing hose. Hoses may be repaired by removing the damaged portion and
recoupling the undamaged end. When recoupling hoses, only couplings designed and approved
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for the size and type of hose in question shall be used. Hoses repaired in this manner must be
visually inspected and hydrostatically tested prior to being placed back m service.
240419.4 New hose. New hose shall be «sually inspected pnor to being placed into service
2404.20 Parking for Aircraft Fuel-sen~icing Vehicles.
2404.20.1 General. Unattended aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles shall be parked in areas that
provide for unencumbered dispersal of the vehicles in the event of an emergency and control of
any leakage such that adjacent buildings and storm drains are not contaminated by leaking fuel.
2404.20.2 Additional provisions for tank vehicles. Parking areas for tank vehicles shall be
designed and utilized such that a clearance of 10 feet (3,048 mm) is maintained between each
parked vehicle far fire department access. In addition, a minimum clearance of 50 feet (15,240
mm) shall be maintained between tank vehicles and parked aircraft and structures other than
those used for the maintenance and/or garaging of aircraft fuel servicing vehicles.
2404.21 Loading of Aircraft Fuel-servicing Tank Vehicles.
2404.21.1 General. Loading of aircraft fuel-servicing tank vehicles shall be m accordance with
Section 7904.5
2404.22 Radar Equipment.
2404.22.1 Fueling prohibited. Aircraft fuel servicing operations shall not be permitted for any
aircraft while the weather-mapping radar of that aircraft is operating.
Aircraft fuel servicing or other operations in which flammable liquids, vapors or mists may
be present shall not be conducted within 300 feet (91,440 mm) of an operating aircraft
surveillance radar
Aircraft fuel servicing shall not be conducted within 300 feet (91,440 mm) of airport flight
traffic surveillance radar equipment.
Aircraft fuel servicing or other operations in which flammable ligwds, vapors or mists may
be present shall not be conducted within 100 feet (30,480 mm) of airport ground traffic
surveillance radar equipment.
2404.22.2 Direction of radar beams. The beam from ground radar equipment shall not be
directed toward fuel storage or loading racks.
EXCEPTIONS: 1 Fuel storage and loading racks in excess of 300 feet (91,440
mm) from airport flight traffic surveillance equipment.
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2 Fuel storage and loading racks m excess of 100 feet (30,480 mm) from airport
ground traffic surveillance equipment.
SECTION 2405 - HELISTOPS AND HELIPORTS
2405.1 General. Helistops and heliports shall be maintained in accordance with Section 2405
Helistops and heliports on buildings shall be constructed m accordance with the Building Code
2405.2 Clearances. The touchdown area shall be surrounded on all sides by a clear area having
minimum average width at roof level of 15 feet (4,572 mm) but no width less than 5 feet (1,524
mm) The clear area shall be maintained.
2405.3 Class I Flammable and Class II Combustible Liquid Spillage. Landing areas on
structures shall be so maintained as to confine flammable (Class I) or combustible (Class II)
liquid spillage to the landing area itself, and provisions shall be made to dram such spillage away
from any exit or stairway serving the helicopter landing area or from a structure housing such
exit or stairway
2405.4 Exits. Exits and stairways shall be maintained in accordance with Article 12 Landing
areas located on buildings or structures shall have two or more exits. For landing platforms or
roof areas less than 60 feet (18,288 mm) in length or less than 2,000 square feet (185 8 m-) in
area, the second exit is allowed to be a fire escape or ladder leading to the floor below
2405.E Standpipe Systems. When a building with a rooftop helistop or heliport is equipped
with a standpipe system, the system shall be extended to the roof level on which the helistop or
heliport is located. All portions of the helistop and heliport area shall be within 150 feet (45 720
mm) of a 21/2-inch (63.5 mm) outlet on a Class I or III standpipe.
2405.6 Foam Protection. Foam fire-protection capabilities shall be provided for rooftop
heliports.
2405.7 Fire Extinguishers. At least one fire extinguisher having a mimmum 80-B•C rating
shall be provided for each permanent take-off and landing area and for the aircraft parking areas.
Installation, inspection and maintenance of these extinguishers shall be in compliance with
U.F C Standard 10-1
2405.8 Federal Approval. Before operating helicopters from helistops and heliports, approval
shall be obtained from the Federal Aviation Admimstration.
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UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARD 24-1
AIRCRAFT FUELING
See Sections 2401.4, 2404.2 and 2404.3.1, Uniform Fire Code
The National Fire Protection Association Standard for Aircraft Fuel Ser~~icing, 407-1996, is
hereby adopted by reference with amendments as U.F.C. Standard 24-1.
The provisions of this standard shall apply to the fuel servicing of aircraft wrth liquid petroleum
fuel except when a provision of Uniform Fire Code, Volume 1 or an amendment specified m
Section 24 101 is applicable, m which case Uniform Fire Code, Volume 1 provisions or the
amendment shall take precedence.
Supplemental standards referenced by NFPA 407-1996 shall only be considered as guidelines
subject to approval of the chef.
NFPA 407-1996 is available from the National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park,
Box 9101, Quincy, Massachusetts 02269-9101
SECTION 24.101-AMENDMENTS
The Standard for Aircraft Fuel Servicing, NFPA 407-1996, applies to the fueling of aircraft on
airport grounds, except as follows
1 Sec 1-1 is revised by adding a new Subsection (d) as follows.
(d) Conditions Regulated by Uniform Fire Code, Volume 1. When the provisions of
Uniform Fire Code, Volume 1 apply, they shall take precedence over the provisions of
this standard.
2. Sec. 1-3 is revised by revising the defuution of "authority havmg~unsdiction" as follov~~s
AUTHORITY' HAVING JURISDICTION is the official responsible for the
administration and enforcement of this standard.
The definitions of "approved," "labeled" and "listed" shall be as set forth in
Uniform Fire Code, Volume 1.
The defmitian of "should" is deleted.
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3 Sec 2-1.2.4 is revised as follows
2-1.2.4 Type C hose constructed m accordance «~ith nationally recognized standards
shall be used. The use of this conductive hose does not satisfy the requirement for
bonding. See Uniform Fire Code Articles 24 and 90 Type A hose and hose having a
static wire in the hose wall shall not be used.
4 Sec. 2-1 6.2 is revised as follows
2-1.6.2 Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided and maintained in accordance with
U.F C Standard 10-1
5 Sec. 2-2 1 is revised as follows.
2-2.1 Performance Requirements. Hose and couplings shall be designed for aviation
fuel service and shall be m accordance with nationally recognized standards. See
Uniform Fire Code Article 90
6 Sec 2-2.2.3 is revised as follows.
2-2.2.3 Coupling tests shall be performed for each hose grade, type and manufacturer in
accordance with nationally recognized standards. See Uniform Fire Code Article 90
7 Sec. 2-3 is revised as follows.
2-3 Aircraft Fuel Servicing Vehicles. Aircraft fuel servicing tank vehicles which are
used on public roadways shall also comply with the requirements of U.F C Standard 79-
4
8 Sec. 2-3.2 is revised as follows
2-3.2 Vehicle Cargo Tanks. Cargo tanks shall be supported by and attached to, or be a
part of, the tank vehicle upon which rt is carved in accordance with U.F C Standard 79-4
9 Secs. 2-3 6.3, 2-3 6 4 and 2-3 6.5 are revised by substituting the phrase "the Electrical
Code" for the phrase "NFPA 70, National Electrical Code"
10 Sec 2-3 11 1 is revised by substituting the phrase "U.F C Standard 79-4" for the phrase
"NFPA 385, Standard for Tank Vehicles for Flammable and Combustible Liquids."
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11 Sec. 2-3 11.2 is revised by changing the last sentence as follows
2-3.11.2. Aluminum alloys for high-strength welded construction shall be joined by an
inert gas arc-welding process using filler metals (commercial designation) R-GR40A, E-
GR40A (5154 alloy) and R-GMSOA, E-GM~OA (5356 alloy)
12. Sec. 2-3 11.5 is revised as follov~~s
2-3.11.5 Venting shall be m accordance v~~th U.F C Standard 79-4
13 Sec. 2-4 4 1 is revised as follows
2-4.4.1 General. The construction and spacing of fuel storage tanks shall conform to the
applicable requirements of the Uniform Fire Code, Article 79
14 Sec 2-4 6 4 is revised as follows
2-4.6.4 Basic Design Criteria. Piping, valves and fittings shall be metal, suitable for
aviation service, and designed for working pressures and the mechanical, thermal and
structural stresses to which they could be subjected. The minimum requirements of
nationally recognized standards and Uniform Fire Code Article 79 shall be used as the
basic design cntena. See Uniform Fire Code .Article 90
15 Sec. 2-4 6 10 is revised as follows.
2-4.6.10 Welded ~omts shall be made by qualified welders using materials and methods
m accordance with nationally recognized standards. See Uniform Fire Code Article 90
16 Sec. 2-4 9 is revised by substrtutuig the phrase "the Electncal Code" for the phrase
"NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, Article ~ 15"
17 Sec 2-4 11 1 is revised as follows.
2-4.11.1 Ramps used for aircraft fueling shall slope away from buildings and loading
walkways at a grade of not less than 1 percent for the first 50 feet (15 240 mm) The
balance of such ramps shall slope to a drainage system at a grade not less than 1/2 percent.
When drainage inlets are provided, they shall be at least SO feet (15 240 mm) from
buildings and loading walkways
18 Sec. 2-5.2.1 is revised as follows
2-5.2.1 Basic Construction and Protection Requirements. In addition to the special
requirements of this chapter, heliports shall comply with Uniform Fire Code Article 24,
the Building Code and nationally recognized standards.
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19 Sec. 2-~ 10 ns revised as follows
2-5.10 Fire Protection. Fixed fire-protection systems shall be nn accordance with
Uniform Fire Code Article 10 and nationally recognized standards.
20 Sec. 2-6.2 ns revised as follows
2-6.2 Fueling Facilities. Iri addntnon to the specnal requirements of this chapter, the fuel
storage, dxspensnng and pnpnng system shall comply with Uniform Fire Code Article 79
and wrath the applncable portnons of Chapters 3, 4 and 5 of this Standard.
21 Chapter 4 ns deleted.
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UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARD 24-2
AIRCRAFT MAIN'T'ENANCE
See Section 2401.4 Uniform Fire Code
The National Fire Protection Association Standard on Aircraft Maintenance - 1994, is
hereby- adopted by reference with amendments as U.F.C. Standard 24-2.
The provisions of this standard shall apply to the maintenance of aircraft except when a provision
of Uniform Fire Code, Volume 1 or an amendment specified m Section 24 102 is applicable, in
which case Uniform Fire Code, Volume 1 provisions or the amendment shall take precedence.
Supplemental standards referenced by NFPA 410-1994 shall only be considered as guidelines
subject to approval of the chief.
NFPA 410-1994 is available from the National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park,
Box 9101, Quincy Massachusetts 02269-9101
SECTION 24.102 -AMENDMENTS
The Standard on Aircraft Maintenance, NFPA 410-1994, applies to the maintenance of aircraft
on auport grounds, except as follows
1 Sec 1-1 is revised by adding a new Subsection 1-1.3 as follows
1-1.3 Conditions Regulated by Uniform Fire Code, Volume 1. When the provisions
of Uniform Fire Code, Volume 1 apply, they shall take precedence over the provisions of
this standard.
2. Sec. 1-3 is revised by revising the following defuutions
The definition of "authority having jurisdiction" shall be as follows:. AUTHORITI'
HAVING JURISDICTION is the official responsible for the administration and
enforcement of this standard.
The definitions of "approved", "combustible liquid", "flammable liquid", "labeled"
and "listed" shall be as set forth in Uniform Fire Code, Volume 1.
The defuution of "should" is deleted.
3 Sec 2-1 1 is revised as follows
Electncal system maintenance as used herein shall apply only to aircraft maintenance.
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4 Sec. 2-2 9 is revised by replacing the reference to "Arncle 480 of NFPA 70, National
Electrical Code" v~nth "the Electrical Code"
5 Sec. 2-2.13 is revised as follows.
2-2.13 Battery chargers and their control equipment, racks, tables, trays and vvirmg shall
not be located or operated within any hazardous area as defined in the Electrical Code.
See Uniform Fire Code Article 64
6 Sec 2-3 1 is revised as follows:
2-3.1 Placement of ground power amts in use shall comply vv~th the requirements of the
Electrical Code and Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standard 24-1
7 Sec 2-3.3 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 70, National Electrical Code"
with "the Electrical Code"
8 Sec 2-5 1 is revised by replacing the reference to "Section 2-9 of NFPA 407, Standard
for Aircraft Fuel Servicing" vv~th "Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standazd 24-1"
9 Sec 2-9 1 ns revised by replacing the reference to "~ 13-2 and 513-3 of NFPA 70,
National Electrical Code" with "the Electrical Code"
10 Sec. 2-9.2 is revised by replacing the reference to "~ 13-4 and 513-5 of NFPA 70,
National Electrical Code" with "the Electrical Code"
11 Sec 3-8 1 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 50, Standard for Bulk Oxygen
Systems at Consumer Sites" with "Uniform Fire Code Standard 80-2"
12 Sec. 4-1 5 is revised by replacing the reference to "Chapter 5 of NFPA 407, Standard for
Aircraft Fuel Servicing" vvnth "Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standazd 24-1"
13 Sec. 4-1 5 1 is revised by replacing the reference to "Section ~-6 of NFPA 407, Standard
for Aircraft Fuel Servicing" vv~th "Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standard 24-1"
14 Sec 4-1 6 is revised by replacing the reference to "Chapter 4 of NFPA 407, Standard for
Aircraft Fuel Servicing" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standard 24-1"
15 Sec. 4-1 7 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 409, Standard on Aircraft
Hangars" to "the Uniform Building Code"
16 Sec. 4-1 11 is revised by replacing the reference to "Chapter 3 of NFPA 407, Standard
for Aircraft Fuel Servicing" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standard 24-1"
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17 Sec. 4-1 12 is revised by replacing the reference to "4-9.3 or 4-9 4 of NFPA 407,
Standard for Aircraft Fuel Servicing" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standard
24-1 "
18 Sec. 4-1 18 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 70, National Electrical Code"
with "the Electrical Code"
19 Sec. 4-1 19 is revised as follows
4-1.19 Procedures to guard against the accumulation of static electrical charges on the
aircraft wing section or tank shall be followed. See Uniform Fire Code Standard 24-1
Apparel worn by personnel shall be made of material that will not accumulate static
charges.
20 Sec 4-1.25 is revised by replacing the reference to "Section 2-2 of NFPA 407, Standard
for Aircraft Fuel Servicing" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standard 24-1"
21 Sec. 4-2.4 is revised by replacing the reference to "Article 513 of NFPA 70, National
Electrical Code" with "the Electrical Code"
22. Sec. 4-2.6 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 70, National Electrical Code"
with "the Electrical Code"
23 Sec 4-2.12 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 70, National Electrical Code"
with "the Electrical Code"
24 Sec 4-2.13 is revised as follows.
4-2.13 Procedures to guard against the accumulation of static electrical charges on 'the
aircraft wing section or tank shall be followed. See Uniform Fire Code Standard 24-1
Exhaust equipment and the aircraft to be ventilated shall be electrically bonded and
grounded. If ducting is used, a static bonding wire from each exhaust hose nozzle shall
be connected to the aircraft before opening the fuel tank(s)
25 Sec. 4-2 15 is revised by replacing the reference to "Section 2-9 of NFPA 407, Standard
for Aircraft Fuel Servicing" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 24"
26 Sec 4-2.17 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 409, Standard on Aircraft
Hangars" to "the Uniform Building Code"
27 Sec 4-3 7 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 409, Standard on Aircraft
Hangars" to "the Umform Building Code"
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28 Sec. 4-3 10 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 70, National Electrical Code"
v~~th "the Electrical Code''
29 Sec 4-3 11 is revised as follows
4-3.11 Procedures to guard against the accumulation of static electrical charges on the
aircraft wing section or tank shall be followed. See Uniform Fire Code Standard 24-1
Apparel worn by personnel shall be made of material that will not accumulate static
charges.
30 Secs. 4-3 l~ 4-3 16, 4-3 18 and 4-3 19 are revised by replacing the references to "NFPA
70, National Electrical Code" with "the Electrical Code"
31 Sec. 4-3.22.1 is revised as follows
4-3.22.1 Flammable vapors shall be safely removed from metal tanks m accordance vtnth
nationally recognized standards.
32. Sec 4-3.22.2 is revised by replacing "precautions contained m NFPA 327, Standard
Procedures for Cleaning or Safeguarding Small Tanks and Containers Without Entry"
with "the requirements of 4-3.22.1"
33 Sec. 4-4 6 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 409, Standard on Aircraft
Hangars'' to "the Uniform Building Code"
34 Sec. 4-4 13 is revised by replacing the reference to "Chapter 3 of NFPA 407, Standard
for Aircraft Fuel Servicing" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standard 24-1"
35 Sec. 4-4 14 is revised by replacing the reference to "4-9.3 or 4-9 4 of NFPA 407,
Standard for Aircraft Fuel Servicing" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standard
24-1"
36 Sec. 4-4.20 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 70, National Electrical Code"
with "the Electrical Code"
37 Sec 4-4.21 is revised as follows
4-3.11 Procedures to guard against the accumulation of static electrical charges on the
aircraft c~zng section or tank shall be followed. See Uniform Fire Code Standard 24-1
Apparel worn by personnel shall be made of material that will not accumulate static
charges.
38 Sec 4-4.27 is revised by replacing the reference to "Section 2-2 of NFPA 407, Standard
for Aircraft Fuel Servicing" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standard 24-1 "
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39 Sec. ~-1.2 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 33, Standard for Spray
Application Using Flammable and Combustible Materials" with. "Uniform Fire Code
Article 4~"
40 Sec. 5-2.2 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 409, Standard on Aircraft
Hangars" to "the Uniform Building Code"
41 Sec. ~-2.2.1 is deleted.
42. Sec ~-2.6 is revised by replacing the reference to "Article 513 of NFPA 70, National
Electrical Code" with "the Electncal Code"
43 Sec. ~-1.2 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 33, Standard for Spray
Application Using Flammable and Combustible Materials and NFPA 86, Standard for
Ovens and Furnaces" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 45"
44 Sec. ~-3 1 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 30, Flammable and
Combustible Liquids Code" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 79"
4~ Sec 6-3.2 is revised by replacing the reference to "Article 500, Hazardous (Classified)
Locations, of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code" with "the Electrical Code"
46 Sec. 6-4 1 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 409, Standard on Aircraft
Hangars to "the Uniform Building Code"
47 Sec. 6-4 1 1 is deleted.
48 Sec. 7-21 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 30, Flammable and
Combustible Liquids Code" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 79"
49 Sec. 7-2.~ is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 70, National Electrical Code"
with "the Electncal Code"
50 Sec. 7-3.2 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 409, Standard on Aircraft
Hangars" to "the Uniform Building Code"
51 Sec. 7-3.2.1 is deleted.
52. Sec. 8-1.2 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 407, Standard for Aircraft Fuel
Servicing" with "Uniform Fire Code Article 24 and Standard 24-1"
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53 Sec. 8-2.2 is revised by replacing the reference to "NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire
Extinguishers" with "Uniform Fire Code Standazd 10-1"
54 Chapter 9 is deleted.
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PART FIVE
ELECTRICAL CODE AMENDMEN'T'S
Reference to the adopted Electrical Code: The 1996 Edition of the National Electrical Code
with the Uniform Administration Code Provisions for the 1996 Edition of the National Electrical
Code as amended herein is the Electrical Code of Dallas-Fort Worth International Aiport.
Amendments:
SECTION 203 -- BOARD OF APPEALS
Amend m its entirety as follows
203 Board of Appeals. Refer to Part One, Construction and Fire Prevention Standards
Resolution for information pertaining to the Board of Appeals.
SECTION 301.1 PERMITS REQUIRED
Amend as follows
301.1 Permits Required. Except as specified in Section 301.2, no electrical system regulated by
this code shall be installed, altered, replaced or remodeled unless a separate permit for each
building, structure, system or equipment has first been obtained from the building official.
SECTION 304 -- FEES
Amend in its entirety as follows.
304 Permit Fees and .Plan Review Fees. Refer to Table 3-A ui the Building Code for permit
fees and plan review fees.
TABLE 3-A--ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES
Refer to the Administrative Provisions and delete Table 3-A -Electrical Permit Fees.
SECTION 230-71(A) MAXIMUM NUMBER OF DISCONNECTS
Expand the exceptions under Section 230-71(a) as follows
Exception No 1 For the purpose of this section, disconnecting means used solely for the
control circuit of the ground fault protection system, installed as part of the listed equipment,
shall not be considered a service disconnecting means
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Exception ~'0 2 Multi-tenant Buildings. Individual service disconnecting means is
limited to six for each te~urnt in amulti-tenant building The number of individual disconnects at
one location mm1 not exceed six per each tenant's service.
SECTION 250-81 GROUNDING EI.,ECTRODE SYSTEM
Following Exception No 2, add the following paragraph.
Where a metal underground water pipe, as described m item (a), is not present, a method of
grounding as specified m (b) through (d) below shall be used.
SECTION 336-5(a) TYPES NM, NMC AND N1VIS
Add Item (10) under Section 336-5(a) to read as follows
(10) Metal frame structures.
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PART SIX
MECHANICAL CODE AMENDMENTS
Reference to the Adopted Mechanical Code: The 1998 Edition of the International Mechanical
Code as amended herein is the Mechanical Code of Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
Amendments
.SECTION 101.1 TITLE
Amend as follows
Title. These re~ilations shall be known as the Mechanical Code of Dallas/Fort Worth
International Auport, may be cited as such and will be referred to herein m as "this code."
i
SECTION 106 PERMITS
Amend Section 106 1 as follows.
106.1 When required. An owner, authorized agent or contractor who desires to erect, install,
enlarge, alter, remove, convert or replace a mechanical system, the installation of which is
regulated by this code, or to cause such work to be done, shall first make application to the code
official and obtain the requued permit for the work.
SECTION 106.5.2 FEE SCHEDULE
Replace Section 106.x.2 as follows.
106.5.2 Fee schedule. Refer to Table 3-A in the Building Code for permit fees and plan
review fees.
SECTION 106.5.3 FEE REFUNDS
Replace Section 10;6.x.3 as follows
106.5.3 Fee refunds. Refer to the Building Code for fee refunds.
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SECTION I09 -MEANS OF APPEAL
Replace Section 109 in its entirety as follows.
SECTION 109
BOARD OF APPEALS
109 Board of appeals. Refer to Part One, Construction and Fire Prevention Standards
Resolution for information pertaining to the Board of Appeals.
' SECTION 202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS
Replace the definition of Code Official as follows.
CODE OFFICIAL,. References herein to Code Official shall mean Building Official, the officer
charged with the administration and enforcement of this code, or a duly authorized
representative.
Add definition of Department of Mechanical Inspection as follows.
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL INSPECTION References herein to the Department of
Mechanical Inspection shall mean the Off ce of the Building Official.
SECTION 307:2.2 DRAIN PIPE MATERIALS AND SIZES
Add a second paragraph to Section 307.2.2 to read as follows
Condensate waste pipes from air-cooling coils shall be sized in accordance with equipment
capacity as follows.
Equipment Capacity in Tons of
Refrigeration Minimum Inside Diameter of Condensate
Drain Pipe
Up to ZO tons 3/4 inch
Over 20 to 40 tons 1 inch
Over 40 to 90 tons ' 1 '/4 inch
Over 90 to 125 tons 1 '/z inch
Over 125 to 250 toris 2 inch
SECTION 403.4 PUBLIC GARAGES
Replace Section 403 4 with the following
403.4 Public garages. Mechanical ventilation systems for public garages shall comply with
Section 1202.7 of the Building Code.
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CHAPTER 5 -EXHAUST SYSTEMS
SECTION 501 GENERAL
Add a second paragraph to Section 501 1 to read as follows
Where differences occur between this chapter and the Building Code or Fire Code, the
provisions of the Building Code or Fire Code shall apply
SECTION 502 10 (PUBLIC GARAGE EXHAUST SYSTEMSAmend as follows
502.10 Public garages. Mechamcal exhaust systems for public garages shall comply v~nth
Section 1202.7 of the Building Code.
SECTION 502.12 TIRE REBUILDING OR RECAPPING
Amend as follows ;
502.12 Tire rebuilding or recapping. Each room where rubber cement is used or mixed, or
where flammable or combustible solvents are applied, shall be ventilated in accordance with the
applicable provisions of the Fire Code, Building Code and this code.
SECTION 506.12 DUCT ENCLOSURE
Amend .Section 506.3 12 to reduce the minimum separation from the duct enclosure to the duct
from 6" (152 mm) to 3" (76 mm) The balance of Section 506.3 12 including the exception to
remain unchanged.
SECTION 508 COMMERCIAL KITCHEN MAKEUP AHt
Amend Section 508 1 as follows
508.1 Makeup air. Makeup air shall be supplied during the operation of commercial kitchen
exhaust systems that are provided ,for commercial food heat-processing appliances. The exhaust
and makeup air systems shall be connected by an electrical interlockintr sv~~tch to ensure that
makeup air is provided whenever the exhaust system is in operation. The amount of makeup air
supplied shall be approximately equal to the amount of exhaust air The makeup air shall not
reduce the effectiveness of the exhaust system. Makeup air shall be provided by gravity or
mechamcal means or both. Compensating hoods shall extract at least 20 percent of their required
exhaust airflow from the kitchen area.
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Exceptions•
1 ~ Makeup au that is part of the air-condrtiomng system.
2, Makeup air that does not decrease the comfort conditions of the occupied
space.
SECTION 604 INSULATION
Amend Section 604:1 as follows (including new Table 604 1)
604 1 General. Duct insulation shall conform to the requirements of Sections 604.2 through
604 11 and Table 604 1
TABLE 604.1
DUCT INSULATION
DUCT LOCATION INSULATION TYPES HEATING INSULATION TYPES
MECHANICALLY COOLED ZONE HEATING ONLY
On roof on exterior of building C, V and W I A and W
II BandW
III C and W
Attics, ar es and ctawl s aces A and V I q
II A
ILI B
In walls, within floor-ceilin s aces A and V I A
IT A
III B
Within the conditioned space or in
basements; return ducts in air lenums None r uired
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None required
Cement slab or within ound None r uired None re uired
NOTE. Where ducts are used for both heating and cooling the minimum insulation shall be as required for the most restrictive
condition.
1 Heating Degree Da,
Zone I below 4.500 D.D
Zone II 4.501 to 8.000 D.D
Zone III over 8.001 D.D
2 Vapor retarders shall be installed on supply ducts in spaces vented to the outside in eographic areas where the summer dew
point temperature based on the 2'/z percent column of drv-bulb and mean coincident wet-bulb temperature exceeds 60 de rees F
(15 4 degrees C).
3 Insulation m~be omitted on that portion of a duct which is located within a wail- or a
• Both sides .of the space are exposed to conditioned air
~• The space is not ventilated.
~~The space is not used as a return plenum.
The space is not exposed to unconditioned air
Ceilings which form plenums need not be insulated.
where:
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INSULATION TYPES.
A - A material with an installed conductance .of 0 48 [2.72 W/(m*K)] or the equivalent thermal resistance of 2.1 [0.367
m*K /W .
Example of materials capable of meeting the above requirements:
l-inch (25 mm). 0.601b./cu. ft. (9 6 kg/m~) mineral fiber, rock, slag or glass blankets.
'/z-inch (13 mm),' 1.5 to 3 Ib.icu. ft. (24 to 48 ke/m3) mineral fiber blanket duct liner
'/z-inch (13 mm). 3 to 10 lb./cu. ft. (48 to 160 kg/m3) mineral fiber board.
B - A material with an installed conductance of 0.24 [1.36 W/(m*K)] or the equivalent thermal resistance of 4.2 [0 735
Example of materials capable of meeting the above requirements:
2-inch (51 mm). '0.601b./cu. R (9.6 kglm3) mineral fiber, rock, slag or glass blankets.
1-inch (25 mini. 1.5 to 3 1b./cu. ft. (24 to 48 kg/m3) mineral fiber blanket duct liner
1-inch (25 mm), ;3 to l O lb.icu. ft. (48 to 160 ks/m3) mineral fiber board.
C - A material ~ti~ith~ an installed conductance of 0 16 [0.9 W/(m*K)] or the equivalent thermal resistance of 6.3 [1 1
Example of materials capable of meeting the above requirements:
3-inch (76 mm).;0.601b./cu. fr. (9 6 kg/m3) mineral fiber, rock, slag or glass blankets.
1'/z-inch (38 mm). 1.5 to 3 Ib.lcu. ft. (24 to 48 kg/m3) mineral fiber blanket duct liner
1'/z-inch (38 mini. 3 to l O 1bJcu. ft. (48 to ] 60 ke/m31 mineral fiber board.
V - Vapor Retarders: Material i~ith a perm rating not exceeding 0.5 perm (29 ng/(Pa*s*m2)]. All joints to be sealed.
VV - Approved weatherproof barrier
4 The example of materials listed under each type is not meant to limit other available thickness and density combinations
with the equivalent installed conductance or resistance based on the insulation only
SECTION 1204 PIPE INSULATION
Amend as follows
12041 Insulafion ,characteristics. Pipe insulation installed m buildings shall be tested in
accordance with ASTM E 84 and shall have a maximum flame spread index of 25 and asmoke-
developed index not exceeding 450 Insulation installed in an air plenum shall comply with
Section 602.2.1
Exception: The maximum flame spread index and smoke-developed index shall not apply to
one- and tc~~o-family dwellings.
SECTION 1304.18 TESTING OF PIPING
Amend as follows. ,
1304..18 Testing of piping. Before any system of gas piping is finally put in service, it shall be
tested to ensure that rt is gas tight. Where any part of the system is to be enclosed or concealed,
this test shall precede to work of closing in. To test for tightness, the piping shall be filled with
air or inert gas, but'not v~~ith any other gas or liquid.
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The gas piping shall stand a pressure of not less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (68 9
kPa) gauge pressure, or at the discretion of the Administrative Authority the piping and valves
may be tested at a .pressure of at least six (6) inches (152 mm) of mercury measured with a
manometer or slope gauge. Test pressures shall be held for a length of time satisfactory to the
Adrnimstrahve Authority, but m no case for less than fifteen (15) minutes, with no perceptible
drop m pressure For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures m excess of
fourteen (14) inches water column pressure (3 48 kPa), the test pressure shall not be less than
sixty (60) pounds per square inch (413 4 kPa) and shall be continued for a length of time
satisfactory to the Administrative Authority, but m no case for less than tlurty (30) minutes.
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PART SEVEN
PLUMBING CODE AMENDMENTS
Reference to the adopted Plumbing Code: The 1997 Edition of the International Plumbing
Code as herein amended is the Plumbing Code of Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
Amendments:
SECTION 101 1 TITLE
Amend as follows.
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Plumbing Code of Dallas/Fort Worth
International Airport, may be cited as such and will be referred to herein as "this code."
SECTION 106 PERMITS
Amend Section 106 1 as follows
106.1 When required. Any owner, authorized agent or contractor who desires to construct,
enlarge, alter, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect,
install, enlarge, alter, remove, convert or replace any plumbing system, the installation of which
is regulated by this~code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the
code official and obtain the required permit for the work.
SECTION 106.5.2 FEE SCHEDULE
Amend as follows
106.5.2 Fee schedule. The fees for all plumbing work shall be per Table 3-A in the Building
Code.
SECTION 106.5.3 FEE REFUNDS
Replace Section 106 5.3 with the following:
106 5.3 Fee refunds. Refer to the Building Code for fee refunds.
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SECTION 109 MEANS OF APPEAL
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Replace Section 109 as follows.
SECTION 109
BOARD OF APPEALS
109 Board of Appeals. Refer to Part One, Construction and Fire Prevention Standards
Resolution for information pertaining to the Board of Appeals.
SECTION 202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS
Amend the definition of Code Official to read as follows
CODE OFFICIAL. The officer or other designated authority charged with the administration
and enforcement of this code, or a duly authorized representative. References herein to Code
Official shall mean Building Official.
Add the definition ,of Department of Plumbing Inspection as follows
DEPARTMENT OF PLUMBING INSPECTION. References herein to the Department of
Plumbing Inspection shall mean the Office of the Building Official.
SECTION 305.6.1 SEWER DEPTH
Amend as follows.
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305.6.1 Sewer idepth. Building sewers that connect to private sewage disposal systems shall
be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm) below grade at the point of septic tank connection.
Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm) below grade.
SECTION 312.9 INSPECTION AND TESTING OF BACKFLOW PREVENTION
ASSEMBLIES
Amend as follows
312.9 Inspection and testing of backflow prevention assemblies. Under conditions where
mechanical backflow prevention devices are used in lieu of an air gap to protect the public
drinking water supply system against high health hazards, backflow prevention assemblies
complying with AWWA C511 must be installed. These assemblies shall be tested and certified to
be operating within specifications when initially installed and at least annually thereafter by a
Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC) recognized backflow prevention
device tester Where mechanical backflow prevention devices are otherwise required to protect
the public drinking water supply system, they shall be tested upon installation by a TNRCC
recognized backflow prevention assembly tester and certified to be operating within
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specifications. The testing procedure shall be performed in accordance with one of the following
standards.
ASSE 5010-1013-1, Sections 1 and 2
ASSE 5010-1015-1, Sections 1 and 2
ASSE 5010-1015-2
ASSE 5010-1015-3, Sections 1 and 2
ASSE 5010-1015-4, Sections 1 and 2
ASSE 5010-1020-1, Sections 1 and 2
ASSE 5010-1047-1, Sections 1, 2, 3 and 4
ASSE 5010-1048-1, Sections 1, 2, 3 and 4
ASSE 5010-1048-2
ASSE 5010-1048-3, Sections 1, 2, 3 and 4
ASSE 5010-1048-4, Sections 1, 2, 3 and 4
CSA B64 10
TABLE 403.1
MINIMUM NUMBER OF PLUMBING FACILITIES
Add Public Assembly Areas of Airport Terminal Buildings to Table 403 1
WATER CLOSETS
(Urinals see DRINHING
Section 419.2) BATHTUBS/ FOUNTAINS
OCCUPANCY ! Male Female LAVATORIES SHOWERS (see Section 410.1 OTHERS
Public Areas of
Airport Terminal , 1 per 40 1 per 40 1 per 75 --- 1 per 500
Buildings '
SECTION 404 ACCESSIBLE PLUMBING FACILITIES
Replace Section 404 as follows
404 Accessible plumbing fixtures. Refer to Section 1101 1 of the Building Code Amendments
for accessibility standards.
SECTION 405.3.1 PLUMBING FIXTURE CLEARANCES
Amend as follows and delete Figure 405.3 1-Fixture Clearances
405.3.1 Water closets, lavatories and bidets. A water closet, lavatory or bidet shall not be
set closer than 15 inches (381 mm) from its center to any side wall, partition, vanity or other
obstruction, or;closer than 31 inches (787 mm) center-to-center between toilets and adjacent
fixtures. There shall be at least 24 inches (610 mm) clearance in front of the water closet or
bidet to any wall, fixture or door Water closet compartments shall not be less than 30 inches
(762 mm) wide and 60 inches (1524 mm) deep (clear dimensions). There shall be at least 24
inches (610 mm) clearance in front of a lavatory to any wall, fixture or door
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SECTION 409 DISHWASHING MACHINE
Amend Section 409.2 as follows
409.2 Water connection. The water supply to a commercial dishwashing machine shall be
protected against backflow by an air gap or backflow preventer in accordance with Section 608
SECTION 410 DRINKING FOUNTAINS
Amend Section 410 1 as follows
410.1 Approval. , Drinking fountains shall conform to ASME A112.19 1, A112.19.2 or
A112.19 9, and water coolers shall conform to ARI 1010
Exception: A drinking fountain need not be provided in a drinking or dining establishment.
SECTION 412 FLOOR DRAINS
Amend Section 412.4 as follows
412.4 Required location and construction. ,Floor drams shall be installed in the following
areas.
1 In public coin-operated laundries and in the central washing facilities of multiple family
dwellings, the rooms containing the automatic clothes washers shall be provided with
floor drams located to readily drain the entire floor area.
2. Toilet rooms containing two or more water closets or a combination of one water closet
and one urinal, except in a dwelling unit. The floor shall slope toward the floor drains.
3 Commercial kitchens. Provide floor drams and/or floor sinks m commercial kitchens.
SECTION 413 WATER WASTE GRINDER UNITS
Amend Section 413 4 as follows
413.4 Water supply required. All food waste grinders shall be provided with a supply of cold
water The water supply shall be protected against backflow by an air gap or with the installation
of a backflow preventer in accordance with Section 608
SECTION 502.5.1 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AT WATER HEATERS IN
ATTICS
Add Section 502.5 1 to read as follows
502.5.1 Electrical requirements. Alighting fixture controlled by a switch located at the
required passageway opening and a receptacle outlet shall be provided at or near the equipment
location in accordance with the Electrical Code.
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SECTION 502 INSTALLATION
Add Section 502.6 as follows
502.6 Water heaters above ground or floor When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform
where a water heater is installed is more than 8 feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it
shall be made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
SECTION 702.3 BUILDING SEWER PIPE
Amend as follows.
702.3 Building sewer pipe. Building sewer pipe shall conform to orie of the standards listed in
Table 702.3
SECTION 802.4 STANDPIPES
Amend as follows
802.4 Standpipes. Standpipes shall be individually trapped. Standpipes shall extend a
minimum of 18 inches (457 mm) and a maximum of 42 inches (1066 mm) above the trap
Access shall be provided to all standpipe traps and drams for roddmg. No standpipe shall be
installed below the floor
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SECTION 904.1 ROOF EXTENSION
Amend as follows.
904.1 Roof extension. All open vent pipes that extend through a roof shall be terminated at least
6 inches (152 mm) above the roof, except that where a roof is to be used for any purpose other
than weather protection, the vent extensions shall be run at least 7 feet (2134 mm) above the
roof.
SECTION 904.5 LOCATION OF VENT TERMINAL
Amend as follows
904.5 Location of'vent terminal. An open vent terminal from a drainage system shall not be
located directly beneath any door, openable window, or other air intake opening of the building
or of an adjacent building, and any such vent terminal shall not be within 10 feet (3048 mm)
horizontally of such an opening unless it is at least 3 feet (915 mm) above the top of such
opening.
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SECTION 912.1 COMBINATION DRAIN AND VENT SYSTEM
Amend as follows '
912.1 Type of fixtures. A combination drain and vent system shall not serve fixtures other than
floor drains, standpipes, or indirect waste receptors.
SECTION 912.2 INSTALLATION OF COMBINATION DRAIN AND VENT SYSTEM
Amend as follows
912.2 Installation. The only vertical pipe of a combination drain and vent system shall be the
connection between the fixture dram of a standpipe, and the horizontal combination drain and
vent pipe. The maximum vertical distance shall be 8 feet (2438 mm).
SECTION 1106.1 CONDUCTORS, LEADERS AND STORM DRAINS
Amend as follows.
1106.1 General. The size of the vertical conductors and leaders, building storm drains, building
storm sewers and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be based on 5 inches per
hour rainfall rate
SECTION 1201.2 FUEL PIPING SYSTEMS
Amend as follows
1201.2 Fuel piping systems. All fuel piping systems shall be sized, installed, tested and placed
in operation in accordance with the requirements of the Mechanical Code, Chapter 13, Fuel Gas
Piping.
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
~1-~Ayar And C,aunc~l C„amrnun~cAt~an
DATE
7/21/98 REFERENCE NUMBER
**G-12274 LOG NAME
12FIRE PAGE
1 of 1
SUBJECT ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE APPROVING DALLAS/FORT WORTH
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT BOARD RESOLUTION NOS 98-06-148 AND 98-07-179
ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTRUCTION AND FIRE PREVENTION
STANDARDS
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached Ordinance approving Dallas/Fort Worth
International Airport Board Resolution Nos 98-06-148 and 98-07-179 amending the Airport's
Construction and Fire Prevention Standards
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DJSCUSSION
The contract between the Cities of Fort Worth and Dallas creating the Dallas/Fort Worth International
Airport provides that the Airport Board shall adopt rules and regulations for the safe development of the
Airport. The contract further provides that such rules and regulations shall become effective upon their
approval by the Cities of Dallas and Fort Worth
This Ordinance approves amendments to the Construction and Fire Prevention Standards as approved
by Board Resolutions 98-06-148 and 98-07-179, adopted by the Board at its meetings of June 4, 1998
and July 2, 1998, respectively Attached to the Ordinance is a certified copy of the Standards.
FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION
The Finance Director certifies that this action will have no material effect on City funds.
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Submitted for City Manager's FUND ACCOUNT CENTER AMOUNT CITY SECRETARY
Office by: (to)
APPROVED
Charles Boswell 8511
Originating Department Head: CITY C 0 U ~ C I~
Wade Adkins 7623 (from) JUL ~~ 1998
Additional Information Contact: ~~,,,., ~~ ~~
City Secs~tary o€ the
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Gary Steinberger 7615 nrt l~7orth,
Fexas
City of F
N~~pted Ordrnanc~ No. ~~~