Title 16 - Buildings and Construction
16.300.100 Building Code - Incorporation
16.300.100 Building Code - Adoption
The 2024 International Building Code
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499, §2, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §1, 2020; Ord. No. BC-2936 §1, 2012; Ord. No. BC-2635 §1, 2007; Ord. No. BC-2459 §1, 2004; Ord. No. BC-2237 §1, 2001; Source or prior law: 16.04.300; Ord. No. BC-2013 §1, 97; Ord. No. BC-1824 §1, 94 )
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.101.1
Section 101.1 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations and the deletions, additions and changes contained in the OPMC Chapter 16.300 through 16.380, shall be known as the Building Code of the City of Overland Park , hereinafter referred to as “this code” or “the Building Code.”
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §3, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §2 , 2020; Ord. BC-2936 §2, 2012; BC-2635 §2, 2007; BC-2459 §2, 2004; BC-2237 §1, 2001; Source or prior law: 16.04.320; BC-2013 §2, 97; BC-1824 §2, 94)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.101.4
Section 101.4 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
101.4 Referenced codes. The other codes specified in Sections 101.4.1 through 101.4.7 and referenced elsewhere in this code shall be considered to be part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference.
101.4.1 Gas. The provisions of the International Fuel Gas Code shall apply to the installation of gas piping from the point of delivery, gas appliances and related accessories as covered in this code. These requirements apply to gas piping systems extending from the point of delivery to the inlet connections of appliances and the installation and operation of residential and commercial gas appliances and related accessories.
101.4.2 Mechanical. The provisions of the International Mechanical Code shall apply to the installation, alterations, repairs and replacement of mechanical systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances, including ventilating, heating, cooling, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, incinerators and other energy-related systems.
101.4.3 Plumbing. The provisions of the International Plumbing Code shall apply to the installation, alteration, repair and replacement of plumbing systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances, and where connected to a water or sewage system and all aspects of a medical gas system. The provision of the Johnson County Environmental Sanitary Code 2025 Edition (and any amendments thereto) shall apply to the installation of private sewage disposal systems; and the City consents to and grants the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment jurisdiction to enforce the Johnson County Environmental Sanitary Code within the City’s corporate boundaries.
101.4.4 Swimming Pools . The provisions of the International Swimming Pool And Spa Code shall apply to the installation, alterations, repairs and replacement of swimming pools, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances.
101.4.5 Fire Prevention. The provisions of the International Fire Code shall apply to matters affecting or relating to structures, processes and premises from the hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or public welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises; and from the construction, extension, repair, alteration or removal of fire suppression, automatic sprinkler systems and alarm systems or fire hazards in the structure or on the premises from occupancy or operation.
101.4.6 Energy. The provisions of the International Energy Conservation Code shall apply to all matters governing the design and construction of buildings for energy efficiency.
101.4.7 Existing Buildings. The provisions of the International Existing Building Code shall apply to matters governing the repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition to and relocation of existing buildings.
101.4.8 Electrical. The provisions of the National Electrical Code shall apply to the installation of electrical systems, including alterations, repairs and replacement of equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances.
101.4.9 Green Construction. Projects that are interested in developing to a Green Standard may utilize the provisions of the International Green Construction Code .
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §4, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3466 §1, 2024; Ord. No. BC-3286 §3, 2020; Ord. No. BC-2936 §3, 2012; Ord. No. BC-2635 §3 & 4, 2007; Ord. No. BC-2459 §4, 2004; Ord. No. BC-2237 §1, 2001 )
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.103.1
Section 103.1 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
103.1 Creation of Enforcement Agency. The executive official in charge of the Building Safety Division for the City of Overland Park shall be the designated enforcement officer of this code, and is herein referred to as the “Building Official.” “The term “Code Official,” “authority having jurisdiction,” and the term “Building Safety Division” shall be used synonymously with the term “Department of Building Safety.” The function of the agency shall be the implementation, administration and enforcement of the provisions of this code.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §5, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §4, 2020; Ord. No. BC-2936 §4, 2012; Ord. No. BC-2635 §6, 2007; Ord. No. BC-2459 §5, 2004; Ord. No. BC-2237 §1, 2001; Source or prior law: 16.04.335; Ord. No. BC-2013 §3, 97; Ord. No. BC-1824 §3, 94)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.103.2 (Deleted)
Section 103.2 of the International Building Code is hereby intentionally deleted and omitted.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §6, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §5, 2020; Ord. No. BC-2936 §5, 2012; Ord. No. BC-2635 §7, 2007; Ord. No. BC-2459 §6, 2004; Ord. No. BC-2237 §1, 2001)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.104.10
Section 104.10 of the International Building Code is hereby added to read as follows:
104.10 Acceptable methods of compliance. The building official and the fire official shall have the authority to accept compliance with the provisions of a license issued to a facility by the State of Kansas operating within a one- or two-family structure as being an acceptable alternative to this code. Examples include, but are not limited to, Group Homes, Home Plus and In Home Day Care facilities.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §7, 2026)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.105.1
Section 105.1 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
105.1 Required. Any owner or owner’s authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing, fire alarm, fire detection, automatic fire-extinguishing, or LP-Gas system, or where flammable or combustible liquids are produced, processed, transported, stored, dispensed or used, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be performed, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit.
105.1.1 Annual permit. Instead of an individual permit for each alteration to an already approved electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing installation, the building official is authorized to issue an annual permit upon application therefor to any person, firm or corporation regularly employing one or more qualified tradespersons in the building, structure or on the premises owned or operated by the applicant for the permit.
105.1.2 Annual permit records. The person to whom an annual permit is issued shall keep a detailed record of alterations made under such annual permit. The building official shall have access to such records at all times or such records shall be filed with the building official as designated.
105.1.3 County license required. All persons undertaking work which requires a permit as provided in Section 105, or seeking to obtain that permit from the City, are required to have a currently valid Johnson County contractor’s license. That County license shall have been issued by the County in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Johnson County Contractors Licensing Program and the applicable Contractor Licensing Regulations.
Exception: The owner of a single-family dwelling shall be allowed to secure a permit to construct, alter, or repair said home, provided the following conditions are met:
1.
The homeowner currently occupies the dwelling or will occupy the residence once the construction has been completed.
2.
The homeowner undertakes the work themselves.
The building official may waive the provisions of this Section where it can be established that no license exists for the installation, alteration or repair of a certain type of work requiring a permit, the building official has determined that the work is of a minor nature or other unique circumstances.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §8, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §6, 2020; Ord. No. BC-2936 §6, 2012; Ord. No. BC-2635 §8 & 9, 2007; Ord. No. BC-2459 §7, 2004; Ord. No. BC-2338 §1, 2001)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.105.2
Section 105.2 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
1.
One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided that the floor area is not greater than 200 square feet (18 m2 ).
2.
Re-siding the dwelling or structure with materials other than stucco or EIFS.
3.
Oil derricks.
4.
Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge or impounding Class I, II or IIIA liquids.
5.
Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity is not greater than 5,000 gallons (18 925 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width is not greater than 2:1.
6.
Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above adjacent grade, and not over any basement or story below and are not part of an accessible route. Note: right-of-way work permits are required for sidewalk or driveway installation or replacement in the public right-of-way.
7.
Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work.
8.
Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
9.
Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy that are less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep, are not greater than 5,000 gallons (18 925 L) and are installed entirely above ground.
10.
Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not including service systems.
11.
Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings.
12.
Window awnings in Group R-3 and U occupancies, supported by an exterior wall that do not project more than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional support.
13.
Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753 mm) in height.
14.
Arbors or shade structures which are a minimum 50 percent open at the top with no member wider than 2 inches in a horizontal plane and incapable of accumulating ice or snow.
15.
Moving buildings or structures with a floor area of 200 square feet or less.
16.
Re-roofing.
17.
Decks not exceeding 200 square feet in area that are not attached to a building, not more than 30 inches above grade measured 36 inches out from the perimeter of the deck at any point and do not serve the exit door required by Section R318.2 of the International Residential Code.
Electrical:
1.
Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles.
2.
Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of this code shall not apply to electrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but do apply to equipment and wiring for a power supply and the installations of towers and antennas.
3.
Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of any temporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment or apparatus.
4.
Listed cord and plug connected decorative lighting.
5.
Reinstallation of attachment plug receptacles but not the outlet thereof.
6.
Repair or replacement of electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus or equipment operating at less than 25 volts, not capable of supplying more than 50 watts of energy, and not part of a fire alarm system.
7.
The installation of portable generators complying with the National Electrical Code Section 250.34 (A) used to provide temporary power.
Gas:
1.
Portable heating appliance.
2.
Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such equipment unsafe.
3.
Portable fuel cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are not interconnected to a power grid.
Mechanical:
1.
Portable heating appliance.
2.
Portable ventilation equipment.
3.
Portable cooling unit.
4.
Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code.
5.
Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.
6.
Portable evaporative cooler.
7.
Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (4.54 kg) or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower (0.75 kW) or less.
Plumbing:
1.
The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code.
2.
The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided that such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.
105.2.1 Emergency repairs. Where equipment replacements and repairs must be performed in an emergency situation, the permit application shall be submitted within the next working business day to the building official.
105.2.2 Repairs. Application or notice to the building official is not required for ordinary repairs to structures, replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles. Such repairs shall not include the cutting away of any wall, partition or portion thereof, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or load-bearing support, the removal or change of any required means of egress, or the rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting the egress requirements; nor shall ordinary repairs include addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of any standpipe, water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil, waste, vent or similar piping, electric wiring or mechanical or other work affecting public health or general safety.
105.2.3 Public service agencies. A permit shall not be required for the installation, alteration or repair of generation, transmission, distribution or metering or other related equipment that is under the ownership and control of public service agencies by established right.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499, §9, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §7, 2020; Ord. No. BC-2936 §7, 2012; Ord. No. BC-2635 §10, 2007; Ord. No. BC-2459 §8, 2004; Ord. No. BC-2237 §1, 2001; Source or prior law: 16.04.345 (part); Ord. No. BC-1824 §5, 94)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.105.3
Section 105.3 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
105.3 Application for Permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application therefor in writing on a form furnished by the department of building safety for that purpose. Such application shall:
1.
Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which application is made.
2.
Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building or work.
3.
Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended.
4.
Be accompanied by construction documents and other information as required in Section 107.
5.
State the valuation of the proposed work.
6.
Be signed by the applicant or the applicant’s authorized agent.
7.
Give such other data and information as required by the building official.
105.3.1 Action on application. The building official shall examine or cause to be examined applications for permits and amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing. If the application or the construction documents do not conform to the requirements of pertinent laws, the building official shall reject such application in writing, stating the reasons therefor. If the building official is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and laws and ordinances applicable thereto, the building official shall issue a permit therefor as soon as practicable.
105.3.2 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned 180 days after the date of filing, unless such application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been issued; except that the building official is authorized to grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding 90 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
105.3.3 Potable water supply confirmation. A permit shall not be issued until written evidence is presented to the building official confirming the availability of a satisfactory potable water supply. A public water main shall be considered available when the lot or tract is located within 200 feet of a public water main. Applicants from areas within the corporate limits of the City that are also within areas under the jurisdiction of a duly constituted water district shall connect to the water service supplied from the water district if available. Applicants from areas within the corporate limits of the City that are not within an area under the jurisdiction of a duly constituted water district shall submit confirmation from the Johnson County Health Director that the proposed water supply meets the required standards for health and safety.
Exception: On structures other than one- and two-family dwellings, the building official may issue a building permit prior to receiving the confirmation of availability if all the following conditions are met:
1.
Documentation acceptable to the City is provided showing the status of the application to the water district.
2.
The applicant acknowledges in writing with an understanding that prior to any form of temporary or final occupancy permit being issued by the City, a permit issued by the water district must be submitted to the City.
105.3.4 Fire protection water supply confirmation. A permit for construction shall not be issued until written evidence is presented to the building official confirming the availability or future availability of satisfactory water supply and hydrant locations. The water supply and hydrants shall also comply with the requirements of Section 507 and Appendices B and C of the International Fire Code.
105.3.5 Connection to public sewer. No building permit shall be issued for any new building until the applicant has submitted to the City a Wastewater Connection Permit.
Exceptions:
1.
The building is not located within a legally established sewer/wastewater district.
2.
Sewers are not available as determined by the sewer district.
3.
On structures other than one- and two-family dwellings, the building official may issue a building permit prior to receiving the sanitary sewer permit if all the following conditions are met:
1.
Documentation acceptable to the City is provided showing the status of the application to the Wastewater District.
2.
The applicant acknowledges in writing an understanding that prior to any form of temporary or final occupancy permit being issued by the City, a permit issued by the Wastewater District must be submitted to the City.
105.3.5.1 Private sewage disposal facilities. Where a public sewer is not available, a private sewage disposal system designed and constructed in accordance with the Johnson County Environmental Sanitary Code 2025 Edition (and amendments thereto) that has been properly permitted or licensed thereunder by the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment (“JCDHE”), shall be acceptable and the City consents to and grants JCDHE jurisdiction to enforce the Johnson County Environmental Sanitary Code within the City’s corporate boundaries. The private sewage disposal system permit or license from JCDHE must be obtained prior to the construction of the system and prior to the City’s issuance of a building permit for the primary structure, and a copy of the JCDHE permit or license and approved plan shall be submitted to the Building Safety Division.
105.3.5.2 Temporary sewage disposal system. In lieu of a connection to the public sewer the building official may approve the installation of a temporary sewage disposal system. The following information shall be provided by the permit applicant:
1.
Written documentation from the Johnson County Waste Water District that a public sewer is not available as well as the date when the public sewer will be available for connection.
2.
Written documentation which establishes the need for the use of a temporary sewage disposal system for a specific time period.
3.
Written documentation which gives assurance that the temporary disposal system will be removed and a connection to the public sewer will be made within the time frame set by the building official.
4.
Construction documents showing the design and construction of the temporary sewage disposal system conforms to the holding tank requirements of the Johnson County Environmental Sanitary Code 2025 Edition (and amendments thereto). The use of the building shall not utilize commercial cooking operations or any material that would be detrimental to the system.
105.3.6 Denial of permit. The building official is authorized to deny a permit to any applicant not meeting the provisions as set forth in this code and to any person who has outstanding a failure to appear in court with respect to any violation of the Overland Park Municipal Code. The building official is further authorized to take any necessary administrative enforcement action including, without limitation, stopping construction operations on any incomplete permits and denying issuance of any additional permits to applicants with outstanding expired permits.
105.3.7 Application for permit to move a building or structure. Application for a permit to move a building or structure shall include the information required in Sections 105.3.7.1 or 105.3.7.2. The application shall be made not less than 14 calendar days prior to the commencement of the move. Buildings or structures shall not be lifted off their existing foundation until a permit to move the building or structure has been secured.
105.3.7.1 Moving buildings or structures within or into the City limits. A permit for a foundation, or a new single family or remodel permit shall be secured prior to the issuance of a permit to move a building or structure. The foundation shall be constructed prior to the building or structure being moved. All applications for permits to move buildings or structures within the City limits of Overland Park or into the City shall include the following information:
1.
The dimensions of the building or structure as to length, width and height at its highest point when loaded for moving.
2.
A letter verifying that all utilities have been disconnected, i.e. gas, electric, water, and sewer. A verbal or electronic communication from the utility company is acceptable in lieu of a letter.
3.
A letter or electronic communication from any utility company having overhead lines along the proposed route indicating that they have approved the route.
4.
Letters from the Police Department and the Public Works Department approving the date, time and route of the move.
5.
A letter indicating the day and hour when the move is to start; the length of time required for the move; and the number and type of escort vehicles.
6.
A map showing the route of the move.
7.
A copy of the state highway move permit, if applicable.
8.
Copies of written notices to the owners of adjacent lots along the route who may be affected by utility disconnects. The letter will give the date and time of the move.
9.
Written permission from the private property owner to trim any trees on private property necessary to provide clearance for the move along the proposed route.
10.
Written permission from the City Forester to trim trees in the public right-of-way necessary to provide clearance for the move along the proposed route.
11.
Sewer permit from Johnson County Wastewater District, or a septic tank or holding tank permit as allowed by Sections 105.3.5.1 and 105.3.5.2.
12.
Letter from WaterOne certifying the availability of the water supply as specified in Section 105.3.3.
13.
Verification from the Fire Department of a satisfactory fire hydrant location per Section 105.3.4.
14.
Verification from the Current Planning Division that the building or structure to be moved is architecturally compatible with adjacent buildings or structures in the area where the building or structure is to be moved.
15.
Verification by Building Safety that the building or structure meets current adopted codes and standards.
16.
A plot plan, sealed by a Kansas design professional, showing the property or lot where the building or structure is to be moved. A legal description of the property shall be included.
105.3.7.2 Buildings or structures being moved out of the City or passing through the City. All permit applications for moving buildings or structures out of or through the City shall include the following information:
1.
The dimensions of the building or structure as to length, width and height at its highest point when loaded for moving.
2.
A letter verifying that all utilities have been disconnected, i.e. gas, electric, water, and sewer. A verbal or electronic communication from the utility company is acceptable in lieu of a letter.
3.
A letter or electronic communication from any utility company having overhead lines along the proposed route indicating that they have approved the route.
4.
Letters from the Police Department and the Public Works Department approving the date, time and route of the move.
5.
A letter indicating the day and hour when the move is to start; the length of time required for the move; and the number and type of escort vehicles.
6.
A map showing the route of the move.
7.
A copy of the state highway move permit, if applicable.
8.
Copies of written notices to the owners of adjacent lots along the route who may be affected by utility disconnects. The letter will give the date and time of the move.
9.
Written permission from the private property owner to trim any trees on private property necessary to provide clearance for the move along the proposed route.
10.
Written permission from the City Forester to trim trees in the public right-of-way necessary to provide clearance for the move along the proposed route.
105.3.7.3 Conditions of the permit. In addition to other provisions of the Code, the permit holder shall be responsible for compliance with the following:
1.
Move a building or structure only over streets approved by the Department of Public Works and the Chief of Police and designated for such use in the written application.
2.
Notify the building official within 48 hours of move in writing of a desired change in moving date and hour and route of move as proposed in the application. Change of route must be approved by the building official before initiating the move.
3.
Notify the building official in writing of any and all damages to public and private property within 24 hours after the damage has occurred.
4.
It shall be the duty of any persons moving any building or structure to display red lanterns or other warning devices used in compliance with City traffic ordinances or state statutes thereon in such a manner as to show the extreme height and width thereof from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise, and shall have sufficient escort as provided by City ordinance, state statutes, or as determined as necessary for the public safety by the Chief of Police.
5.
No building or structure or any part of any building or structure being moved shall be left in the parkway, street or on the dedicated right-of-way line between the curb and the front property line of any lot.
6.
Any open foundation or excavation shall be protected by a minimum four foot tall fence. Erosion and sediment control measures shall be put in place as needed and shall remain in place until vegetation has been established.
7.
Within 30 days of the move, all debris and miscellaneous building materials shall be removed from the site. The existing foundation shall be demolished. All excavations shall be filled to grade.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §10, 2026; Ord. BC-3466 §2, 2024; Ord. BC-3286 §8, 2020; Ord. BC-2936 §8, 2012; BC-2635 §§11, 12, 13, 14,15 & 16, 2007; §BC-2578 §§1 & 2, 2005; BC-2459 §§9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 & 187, 2004; BC-2237 §1, 2001; Source or prior law: 16.04.046 (part), 16.04.350, 16.04.351, 16.04.365, 16.04.370 (part), , 16.04.380 (part), (part) & ; 16.24.020, 16.24.030, 16.24.040, 16.24.050 & (part); BC-2171 §1, 99; BC-2013 §§4 & 6, 97; BC-2002 §1, 96; BC-2001 §1, 96; BC-1940 §1, 95; BC-1824 §§6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 21, 94; (part); SS-1701 §1, 91; SM-1553 §1, 88; SM-1364§1, 86; SM-557 §§2, 3, 4, 5 & 6, 69)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.107.1
Section 107.1 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
107.1 General. Submittal documents consisting of construction documents, statement of special inspections, geotechnical report and other data shall be submitted in digital format with each permit application. The construction documents shall be prepared by a registered design professional where required by the statutes of the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed. Where special conditions exist, the building official is authorized to require additional construction documents to be prepared by a registered design professional.
Exception: The building official is authorized to waive the submission of construction documents and other data not required to be prepared by a registered design professional if it is found that the nature of the work applied for is such that review of construction documents is not necessary to obtain compliance with this code. The building official is authorized to accept two or more sets of paper plans.
107.1.1 One- and two-family dwellings. Construction documents for residential structures having more than 3500 square feet of livable area designed in accordance with the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings shall be prepared by a design professional duly registered in the state of Kansas. The drawings shall bear the professional seal of the design professional.
107.1.2 The building official is authorized to require plans to be prepared and sealed by a design professional duly registered in the state of Kansas for plan elements of a building that are designed outside of the prescriptive allowances in the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings. This provision applies notwithstanding Section 107.1.1.
(History: BC-3499 §11, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §11, 2020; Ord. BC-3234 §1, 2019; Ord. BC-2936 §11, 2012; BC-2635 §20, 23 & 24, 2007; BC-2459 §19 & 20, 2004; BC-2237 §1, 2001; Source or prior law: 16.04.418 & ; BC-1824 §§22 & 26, 94)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.109.2
Section 109.2 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
109.2 Schedule of permit fees. A fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with the fee schedule adopted by the City Manager, pursuant to the Planning and Development Fee and Cost Recovery Policy adopted by the Governing Body, and the City Manager (or designee) may establish any and all policies or waivers related to the same.
History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §12, 2026; Ord. CM-3433 §3, 2023; Ord. BC-3286 §10, 2020; Ord. BC-2936 §10, 2012; BC-2635 §19, 2007; BC-2459 §16, 2004; BC-2237 §1, 2001; Source or prior law: 16.04.380 (part); BC-1824 §13, 94; (part); BC-1824 §14, 94)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.113.1
Section 113.1 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
113.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the building official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a Code Board of Appeals, which shall consist of seven members. The Code Board of Appeals shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the building official.
113.1.1. Appointments. Members of the Code Board of Appeals shall be appointed by the Mayor with the consent of the City Council and shall serve without compensation. Members shall be appointed for terms of 3 years or until their successors are appointed and approved. Vacancies shall be filled by appointment for the unexpired term.113.1.2 Stays of enforcement. Appeals of notice and orders (other than Imminent Danger notices) shall stay the enforcement of the notice and order until the appeal is heard by the Code Board of Appeals.113.1.3 Application for appeal (fees). An application fee for the filing of an appeal shall be collected by the building official at the time that an application is filed, in accordance with the fee schedule adopted by the City Manager, pursuant to the Planning and Development Fee and Cost Recovery Policy adopted by the Governing Body.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §13, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §11, 2020; Ord. BC-3234 §1, 2019; Ord. BC-2936 §11, 2012; BC-2635 §20, 23 & 24, 2007; BC-2459 §19 & 20, 2004; BC-2237 §1, 2001; Source or prior law: 16.04.418 & ; BC-1824 §§22 & 26, 94)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.113.3
Section 113.3 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
113.3 Member qualifications. The Code Board of Appeals shall consist of members who are qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to building construction and who are not employees of the jurisdiction or elected officials of the jurisdiction. Not more than two members shall be from the same profession or occupation. Examples of qualifying professions include, but are not limited to:
1.
Architect
2.
Home Builder
3.
Commercial Builder or Superintendent of Construction
4.
Engineer
5.
Electrician
6.
Plumbing Contractor
7.
Fire Protection Engineer
8.
Mechanical Contractor
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §14, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §12 , 2020; Ord. BC-3234 §2, 2019)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.114.2
Section 114.2 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
114.2 Notice of violation. The building official is authorized to serve a notice of violation of any provision of this code, or of a permit or certificate issued under this code, or for the failure to obtain a required permit, on the owner, the owner’s agent, any person(s) identified on permit forms or any person who is the Qualifying Individual on the Johnson County Contractors License as being legally responsible for any violations of the code pertaining to that permit. Such notice shall direct the discontinuance of the illegal action or condition and the correction or abatement of the violation, and provide:
1.
A description of the real property sufficient for identification.
2.
A description of the violation and necessary correction or abatement.
3.
A correction order to remove, abate or otherwise bring the violation into proper compliance within 10 days.
4.
A statement of the owner or owner’s agent’s right to appeal within 10 days from the date of the notice.
5.
A statement that the failure to comply shall result in the City's right (but not obligation) to correct or abate the violation at the owner's expense, and that failure to thereafter pay the costs within 30 days of a notice of costs may result in the filing of a special tax assessment against the property, or the filing for judgment against the recipient, or both.
6.
A statement that the violation is subject to prosecution.
The notice may be served by any of the following means: (i) personal service; (ii) certified or first-class mail to the person’s last known address; or (iii) if the notice is returned showing the mailed notice was not delivered, posting in a conspicuous place on the affected property. The building official may grant an extension of the correction period if the owner or other applicable person demonstrates that due diligence is being exercised in removing, abating or otherwise correcting the violation.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §15, 2026)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.114.3
Section 114.3 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
114.3 Prosecution of violation. Any person failing to comply with a notice of violation or order shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and the violation shall be deemed a strict liability offense. If the notice of violation is not complied with, the building official shall request the legal counsel of the jurisdiction to institute the appropriate proceeding at law or in equity to restrain, correct or abate such violation, or to require the removal or termination of the occupancy of the building or structure in violation of the provisions of this code or of the order or direction made pursuant thereto.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §16, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §13, 2020; Ord. BC-2936 §13, 2012; BC-2635 §26, 2007; BC-2459 §22, 2004; BC-2237 §1, 2001)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.114.4
Section 114.4 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
114.4 Violation penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or Chapters 16.300 through 16.380 or fails to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, or for the failure to obtain a required permit, shall be subject to penalties as prescribed by law, or other references incorporated, and is guilty of a public offense, punishable as provided in OPMC Section 1.12.010 .
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §17, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §14, 2020; Ord. BC-2936 §14, 2012; BC-2635 §27, 2007; BC-2459 §23, 2004; BC-2237 §1, 2001; Source or prior law: 7.52.040; SS-1701 §1, 91; SS-878 §2, 76; SS-183 §4, 63; 16.02.050; BC-838 §6, 75; 16.04.346 (part); BC-2002 §1, 96; BC-1940 §1, 95; BC-1824 §6, 94; ; BC-1824 §17, 94)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.114.5
Section 114.5 of the International Building Code is hereby added to read as follows:
114.5 Abatement of Violations. If the owner or any other person provided with a notice of violation under Section 114.2 fails to timely comply with the notice of violation, the building official may (but is not required to) take such action as is reasonably necessary to correct or abate the violation. Neither the building official nor the City shall be responsible for damage to the building, structure or property due to any reasonable exercise of correction or abatement. The imposition of correction or abatement shall not preclude any appropriate prosecution or penalties, nor shall the imposition of any prosecution or penalties preclude the building official from instituting appropriate action to: (i) restrain, correct or abate a violation; (ii) prevent illegal occupancy of a building, structure or property; and/or (iii) stop an illegal act, conduct, business or utilization of the building, structure or property.
If the building official corrects or abates the violation, the building official shall serve the owner a notice of costs in a manner prescribed in Section 114.2 providing:
1.
A description of the real property sufficient for identification.
2.
A description of the violation and the correction or abatement work performed
3.
The correction or abatement costs incurred (including administrative costs).
4.
A demand for payment within 30 days from the date of notice.
5.
A statement that the failure to pay within 30 days will allow the City to file a special tax assessment against the property and/or to pursue litigation for the recovery of costs.
If unpaid after 30 days of the notice of costs, the correction or abatement costs (including administrative costs) shall be assessed as a special tax assessment against the property, and the city clerk shall at the time of certifying other city assessments, certify the unpaid portion of the costs, and the county clerk shall extend the same on the tax rolls of the County against the property. Assessments under this section shall be superior to all liens except general tax liens. Provided, the City may collect such costs in the manner provided at K.S.A. 12-1,115 by bringing an action in the appropriate court as a personal debt, and the City may pursue both assessment and collection until the full cost, including applicable interest, court costs, attorney's fees and administrative costs have been paid in full.
History: BC-3499 §18, 2026; BC-3286 §15, 2020; Ord. BC-2936 §15, 2012; BC-2635 §28, 2007; BC-2459 §24, 2004; BC-2237 §1, 2001)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.308.2.4
Section 308.2.4 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
308.2.4 Five or fewer persons receiving custodial care. A facility with five or fewer persons receiving custodial care shall be classified as Group R-3 or shall comply with the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §19, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §16, 2020)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.308.3.2
Section 308.3.2 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
308.3.2 Five or fewer persons receiving medical care. A facility with five or fewer persons receiving medical care shall be classified as Group R-3 or shall comply with the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §20, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §17, 2020)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.310.4.1
Section 310.4.1 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
310.4.1 Care facilities within a dwelling. Care facilities for five or fewer persons receiving care that are within a single-family dwelling are permitted to comply with the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §21, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §18 , 2020)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.503.1.4
Section 503.1.4 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
503.1.4 Occupiable roofs. A roof level or portion thereof shall be permitted to be used as an occupied roof provided the occupancy of the roof is an occupancy that is permitted by Table 504.4 for the story immediately below the roof. The area of the occupiable roofs shall not be included in the building area as regulated by Section 506. An occupiable roof shall not be included in the building height or number of stories as regulated by Section 504, provided that the penthouses and other enclosed rooftop structures comply with section 1511.
Exceptions:
1.
The occupancy located on an occupied roof shall not be limited to the occupancies allowed on the story immediately below the roof where the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 and occupant notification in accordance with Section 907.5.2.1 and 907.5.2.3 is provided in the area of the occupied roof. Emergency voice/alarm communication system notification per Section 907.5.2.2 shall also be provided in the area of the occupiable roof where such system is required elsewhere in the building.
2.
Assembly occupancies shall be permitted on roofs of open parking spaces of Type I or Type II construction, in accordance with the exception to Section 903.2.1.6.
3.
An occupied roof shall be permitted to have one unisex restroom not to exceed 80 square feet in area without increasing the height or number of stories of a building.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §22, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §20, 2020)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.706.1.1
Section 706.1.1 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
706.1.1 Party walls. Any wall located on a lot line between adjacent buildings, which is used or adapted for joint service between the two buildings, shall be constructed as a fire wall in accordance with Section 706. Party walls shall be constructed without openings and shall create separate buildings.
Exception: Openings in a party wall separating an anchor building and a mall shall be in accordance with Section 402.4.2.2.1.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §23, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §21, 2020)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.903.3.5.3
Section 903.3.5.3 of the International Building Code is hereby added to read as follows:
903.3.5.3 Main control valves. Water supply lines for automatic sprinkler systems shall be provided with a control valve located on the riser. The valve shall be capable of isolating the underground fire service main from the automatic sprinkler system.
903.3.5.3.1 Main control valve access. The isolation control valve shall be accessible. To be considered accessible, a clear space 3 feet by 3 feet by 7 feet high shall be provided in front of the valve. Access to the clear space shall be provided by an unobstructed aisle not less than 3 feet wide and 7 feet high. The valve shall be operable from the floor level.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §24, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §22, 2020; Ord. BC-2936 §168, 2012; BC-2635 §29, 2007)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.903.3.9
Section 903.3.9 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
903.3.9 Floor control valves. Approved supervised indicating control valves shall be provided at the point of connection to the riser on each floor of a multi-story building.
Exception: Automatic sprinkler systems designed in accordance with Sections 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §25, 2026)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.903.4
Section 903.4 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms. Automatic sprinkler system supervision and alarms shall comply with Sections 903.4.1 through 903.4.3
903.4.1 Electronic supervision. Valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems, pumps, tanks, water levels and temperatures, critical air pressures and waterflow switches on all automatic sprinkler systems shall be electrically supervised by a listed fire alarm control unit.
Exceptions:
1.
Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.
2.
Limited area sprinkler systems in accordance with Section 903.3.8, provided that backflow prevention device test valves located in limited area sprinkler system supply piping shall be locked in the open position unless supplying an occupancy required to be equipped with a fire alarm system, in which case the backflow preventer valves shall be electrically supervised by a tamper switch installed in accordance with NFPA 72 and separately annunciated.
3.
Automatic sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13R where a common supply main is used to supply both domestic water and the automatic sprinkler system, and a separate shutoff valve for the automatic sprinkler system is not provided.
4.
Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position.
5.
Control valves to commercial kitchen hoods, paint spray booths or dip tanks that are sealed or locked in the open position.
6.
Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or locked in the open position.
7.
Trim valves to pressure switches in dry, preaction and deluge sprinkler systems that are sealed or locked in the open position.
8.
Underground key or hub gate valves in roadway boxes.
9.
On new and existing installations, isolation valves for the backflow prevention devices remotely located in pits which are locked and/or chained in the open position.
903.4.2 Monitoring. Alarm, supervisory and trouble signals shall be distinctly different and shall be automatically transmitted to an approved supervising station or, where approved by the Fire Code Official, shall sound an audible signal at a constantly attended location.
903.4.3 Alarms. An approved audio/visual device shall be connected to every automatic sprinkler system. Such sprinkler system water-flow alarm device shall be activated by water flow equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the system. Alarm devices shall be provided on the exterior of the building directly above the fire department connection or in an approved location. Where a fire alarm system is installed, actuation of the automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm system.
Exception: Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §26, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §23, 2020; Ord. BC-2936 §17, 2012; BC-2635 §30, 2007)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.905.4
Section 905.4 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
905.4 Location of Class I standpipe hose connections. Class I standpipe hose connections shall be provided in all of the following locations:
1.
In every required interior exit stairway or exterior exit stairway, a hose connection shall be provided for each story above and below grade plane. Hose connections shall be located at the intermediate floor landing unless otherwise approved by the fire code official.
Exception: A single hose connection shall be permitted to be installed in the open corridor or open breezeway between open stairs that are not greater than 75 feet (22 860 mm) apart.
2.
On each side of the wall adjacent to the exit opening of a horizontal exit.
Exception: Where floor areas adjacent to a horizontal exit are reachable from an interior exit stairway or exterior exit stairway hose connection by a 30-foot (9144 mm) hose stream from a nozzle attached to 100 feet (30 480 mm) of hose, a hose connection shall not be required at the horizontal exit.
3.
In every exit passageway, at the entrance from the exit passageway to other areas of a building.
Exception: Where floor areas adjacent to an exit passageway are reachable from an interior exit stairway or exterior exit stairway hose connection by a 30-foot (9144 mm) hose stream from a nozzle attached to 100 feet (30 480 mm) of hose, a hose connection shall not be required at the entrance from the exit passageway to other areas of the building.
4.
In covered mall buildings, adjacent to each exterior public entrance to the mall and adjacent to each entrance from an exit passageway or exit corridor to the mall. In open mall buildings, adjacent to each public entrance to the mall at the perimeter line and adjacent to each entrance from an exit passageway or exit corridor to the mall.
5.
Where the roof has a slope less than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33.3-percent slope), a hose connection shall be located to serve the roof or at the highest landing of an interior stairway with access to the roof provided in accordance with Section 1011.12.
6.
Where the most remote portion of a nonsprinklered floor or story is more than 150 feet (45 720 mm) from a hose connection or the most remote portion of a sprinklered floor or story is more than 200 feet (60 960 mm) from a hose connection, the fire code official is authorized to require that additional hose connections be provided in approved locations.
905.4.1 Protection. Risers and laterals of Class I standpipe systems not located within an interior exit stairway shall be protected by a degree of fire resistance equal to that required for vertical enclosures in the building in which they are located.
Exception: In buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system, laterals that are not located within an interior exit stairway are not required to be enclosed within fire-resistance-rated construction.
905.4.2 Interconnection. In buildings where more than one standpipe is provided, the standpipes shall be interconnected in accordance with NFPA 14.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §27, 2026; Ord. BC-3286 §24, 2020)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.907.6.6
Section 907.6.6 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
907.6.6 Monitoring. Fire alarm systems required by this chapter or by the International Fire Code shall be monitored by an approved supervising station in accordance with NFPA 72. The fire alarm system shall be monitored by an approved entity that has been listed by a nationally recognized agency to perform such service.
Fire alarm systems that require two or more zones, or have addressable fire alarm panels, shall report a signal to the monitoring company wherein the fire alarm initiating device and its location can be determined. The monitoring company shall then report this information to the emergency communication center dispatch.
Exception: Monitoring by a supervising station is not required for:
1.
Single- and multiple-station smoke alarms required by Section 907.2.11.
2.
Smoke detectors in Group I-3 occupancies.
3.
Automatic sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings.
4.
Proprietary systems as approved by the Fire Department.
907.6.6.1 Transmission of alarm signals. Transmission of alarm signals to a supervising station shall be in accordance with NFPA 72.
907.6.6.2 MIY monitoring. Direct transmission of alarms associated with monitor it yourself (MIY) transmitters to a public safety answering point (PSAP) shall not be permitted unless approved by the fire code official.
907.6.6.3 Termination of monitoring service. Termination of fire alarm monitoring services shall be in accordance with Section 901.9 of the International Fire Code.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §28, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §27, 2020)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.912.3
Section 912.3 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
912.3 Fire hose threads. Fire hose threads used in connection with standpipe systems shall be approved and shall be compatible with fire department hose threads.
912.3.1 Fire department supply connection. All connections to supply fire sprinkler systems or standpipe systems shall be fitted with an approved 4 inch Storz quick coupling connector.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §29, 2026)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.913.4
Section 913.4 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
913.4 Valve supervision. Where provided, the fire pump suction, discharge and bypass valves, and isolation valves on the backflow prevention device or assembly shall be supervised open by one of the following methods:
1.
Central-station, proprietary or remote-station signaling service.
2.
Local signaling service that will cause the sounding of an audible signal at a constantly attended location.
913.4.1 Test outlet valve supervision. Fire pump test outlet valves shall be supervised in the closed position.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §30, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §28, 2020; Ord. No. BC-2936 §22, 2012; Ord. No. BC-2635 §36, 2007 part)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.1010.6
Section 1010.6 of the International Building Code is hereby added to read as follows:
1010.6 Physical security.
1010.6.1 Purpose. The purpose of this section is to establish minimum standards that incorporate physical security to make dwelling units resistant to unlawful entry.
1010.6.1.1 Scope. The provisions of this section shall apply to all new structures and to additions made to existing buildings.
1010.6.2 Doors. Except for vehicular access doors, all exterior doors of residential buildings and attached garages, including the doors leading from the garage area or interior corridor into the building or dwelling unit, shall comply with Sections 1010.6.2.1 through 1010.6.2.5 for the type of door installed. When approved by the code official and after consultation with the City’s Community Policing Unit, doors into individual dwelling units, that are inside of buildings with access controlled exterior doors meeting the requirements of Sections 1010.6.2 through 1010.6.4 and meeting the lighting requirements in Section 1010.6.6, are exempt from the requirements of Section 1010.6.
1010.6.2.1 Wood doors. Where installed, exterior wood doors shall be of solid core construction such as high-density particleboard, solid wood, or wood block core with a minimum thickness of one and three-fourths (1 ¾) inches at any point. Doors with panel inserts shall be solid wood. The panels shall be a minimum of 1 inch thick. The tapered portion of the panel that inserts into the groove of the door shall be a minimum of one-quarter (¼) inch thick. The groove shall be a dado groove or applied molding construction. The groove shall be a minimum of one-half (½) inch in depth.
1010.6.2.2 Steel doors. Where installed, exterior steel doors shall be a minimum thickness of 24 gauge.
1010.6.2.3 Fiberglass doors. Fiberglass doors shall have a minimum skin thickness of one-sixteenth (1/16) inch and have reinforcement material at the location of the deadbolt.
1010.6.2.4 Double doors. Where installed, the inactive leaf of an exterior double door shall be provided with flush bolts having an engagement of not less than 1 inch into the head and threshold of the doorframe.
1010.6.2.5 Sliding doors. Where installed, exterior sliding doors shall comply with all of the following requirements:
1.
Sliding door assemblies shall be installed to prevent the removal of the panels and the glazing from the exterior with the installation of shims or screws in the upper track.
2.
All sliding glass doors shall be equipped with a secondary locking device consisting of a metal pin or a surface mounted bolt assembly. Metal pins shall be installed at the intersection of the inner and outer panels of the inside door and shall not penetrate the frame’s exterior surface. The surface mounted bolt assembly shall be installed at the base of the door.
1010.6.2.6 Glass doors and associated frame assemblies. Glass doors and glass storefront assemblies shall be constructed using laminated glass extending up to a minimum of 48 inches above the exterior finished grade. The minimum grade of laminate shall be 0.60 PVB interlayer (refer to ASTM E1996).
1010.6.3 Door frames. The exterior door frames shall be installed prior to a final inspection. Door frames shall comply with Sections 1010.6.3.1 through 1010.6.3.3 for the type of assembly installed.
1010.6.3.1 Wood frames. Wood door frames shall comply with all of the following requirements:
1.
All exterior door frames shall be set in frame openings constructed of double studding or equivalent construction, including garage doors, but excluding overhead doors. Door frames, including those with sidelights shall be reinforced in accordance with ASTM F476 Grade 40.
2.
In wood framing, horizontal blocking shall be placed between studs at the door lock height for 3 stud spaces or equivalent bracing on each side of the door opening.
1010.6.3.2 Steel frames. All exterior door frames shall be constructed of 18 gauge or heavier steel and reinforced at the hinges and strikes. All steel frames shall be anchored to the wall in accordance with manufacturer specifications. Supporting wall structures shall consist of double studding or framing of equivalent strength. Frames shall be installed to eliminate tolerances inside the rough opening.
1010.6.3.3 Door jambs. Door stops on wooden jambs for in-swinging doors shall be of one-piece construction. Jambs for all doors shall be constructed or protected so as to prevent violation of the strike.
1010.6.4 Door hardware. Exterior door hardware shall comply with Sections 1010.6.4.1 through 1010.6.4.6.
1010.6.4.1 Hinges. Hinges for exterior swinging doors shall comply with the following:
1.
At least 2 screws, 3 inches in length, penetrating at least 1 inch into the wall structure shall be used. Solid wood fillers or shims shall be used to eliminate any space between the wall structure and door frame behind each hinge.
2.
Hinges for out-swinging doors shall be equipped with mechanical interlock to preclude the removal of the door from the exterior.
1010.6.4.2 Strike plates. Exterior door strike plates shall be a minimum of 18 gauge metal with 4 offset screw holes. Strike plates shall be attached to wood with not less than 3 inch screws, which shall have a minimum of 1 inch penetration into the nearest stud. For side lighted units, refer to Section 1010.6.4.6.
1010.6.4.3 Escutcheon plates. All exterior doors shall have escutcheon plates or wrap-around door channels installed around the lock protecting the door’s edge.
Exceptions:
1.
Single seam steel doors.
2.
Glass doors.
1010.6.4.4 Locks. Exterior doors shall be provided with a locking device complying with all of the following: Single Cylinder Deadbolt shall have a minimum projection of one inch. The deadbolt shall penetrate at least three-fourths (¾) inch into the strike receiving the projected bolt. The cylinder shall have a twist- resistant, tapered hardened steel cylinder guard. The cylinder shall have a minimum of 5 pin tumblers, shall be connected to the inner portion of the lock by solid metal connecting screws at least one-fourth (¼) inch in diameter and two and one-fourth (2 ¼) inches in length. Bolt assembly (bolt housing) unit shall be of single piece construction. All deadbolts shall meet ANSI grade 2 specifications or BHMA Security Grade “B”.
1010.6.4.5 Entry vision and glazing. All main or front entry doors to dwelling units shall be arranged so that the occupant has a view of the area immediately outside the door without opening the door. The view may be provided by a door viewer having a field of view of not less than 160 degrees, through windows, or through view ports.
1010.6.4.6 Side lighted entry doors. Side light door units shall have framing of double stud construction or equivalent construction complying with Sections 1010.6.3.1, 1010.6.3.2 and 1010.6.3.3. The door frame that separates the door opening from the side light, whether on the latch side or the hinge side, shall be double stud construction or equivalent construction complying with Sections 1010.6.3.1 and 1010.6.3.2. Double stud construction or construction of equivalent strength shall exist between the glazing unit of the side light and wall structure of the dwelling.
1010.6.5 Street numbers. Street numbers shall comply with Section 505 of the International Fire Code.
1010.6.6 Exterior lighting. Exterior lighting shall comply with Sections 1010.6.6.1 through 1010.6.6.2.
1010.6.6.1 Front and street side exterior lighting. All front and street side door entrances should be protected with a minimum of one light outlet having a minimum of 800 lumens of lighting, installed so that the light source is not readily accessible.
1010.6.6.2 Rear exterior lighting. Buildings with windows or doors less than 8 feet above a walking surface on the rear side of the house shall be equipped with a minimum of one light outlet having 1600 lumens lighting and shall be of the flood light type. Those fixtures placed less than 8 feet above a walking surface shall be fixtures manufactured such that the light source is not readily accessible.
1010.6.7 Alternate materials and methods of construction . The provisions of this section are not intended to prevent the use of any material or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this section, provided any such alternate has been approved by the enforcing authority, nor is it the intention of this section to exclude any sound method of structural design or analysis not specifically provided for in this section. The materials, methods of construction and structural design limitations provided for in this section shall be used unless the enforcing authority grants an exception. The enforcing authority is authorized to approve any such alternative provided they find the proposed design, materials and methods of work to be at least equivalent to those prescribed in this section in quality, strength, effectiveness, burglary resistance, durability and safety.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §31, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §30, 2020)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.1705.5.4
Section 1705.5.4 of the International Building Code is hereby added.
1705.5.4 Weather resistive barriers and flashings. Special inspections of weather resistive barriers shall be performed. Special inspections of 25% of each type of flashing installed shall be performed.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §32, 2026)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.2900 (Deleted)
Chapter 29 of the International Building Code is hereby intentionally deleted and omitted. (See the International Plumbing Code .)
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §33, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §34, 2020; Ord. No. BC-2936 §25, 2012)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.313.1
Section 3103.1 of the International Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
3103.1 General. The provisions of Sections 3103.1 through 3103.8 shall apply to structures erected for a period of less than 180 days. Temporary special event structures, tents, umbrella structures and other membrane structures erected for a period of less than 180 days shall also comply with the International Fire Code. Temporary structures erected for a longer period of time and public-occupancy temporary structures shall comply with applicable sections of this code.
Exceptions:
1.
Public-occupancy temporary structures complying with Section 3103.1.1 shall be permitted to remain in service for 180 days or more but not more than 270 days where approved by the building official and fire code official.
2.
Public-occupancy temporary structures within the confines of an existing structure are not required to comply with Section 3103.6.
3103.1.1 Extended period of service time. Public-occupancy temporary structures shall be permitted to remain in service for 180 days or more without complying with requirements in this code for new buildings or structures where an extension up to 90 days is granted by the building official and fire code official in accordance with Section 108.1 and where the following conditions are satisfied:
1.
Additional inspections as determined by the fire code official or building official shall be performed by a qualified person to verify that site conditions and the approved installation comply with the conditions of approval at the time of final inspection.
2.
A qualified person shall perform follow-up inspections after initial occupancy at intervals not exceeding 180 days to verify the site conditions and the installation conform to the approved site conditions and installation requirements. Inspection records shall be kept and shall be made available for verification by the building official or fire code official.
3.
An examination shall be performed by a registered design professional to determine the adequacy of the temporary structure to resist the structural loads required in Section 3103.6 when required by the building official or fire code official.
4.
Relocation of the public-occupancy temporary structure shall require a new permit application.
5.
The use or occupancy approved at the time of final inspection shall remain unchanged.
6.
A request for an extension is submitted to the building official or fire code official. The request shall include records of the inspections and examination in Items 1, 2 and 3.
7.
The temporary structure shall be removed from the site for a minimum of 90 days between permitted uses.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §34, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §36, 2020; Ord. No. BC-2936 §26, 2012; Ord. No. BC-2635 §42, 2007; Ord. No. BC-2459 §31, 2004; Ord. No. BC-2237 §1, 2001; Source or prior law: 16.04.630 (part); Ord. No. BC-2013 §17, 97)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
16.300.3303.8
Section 3303.8 of the International Building Code is hereby added to read as follows:
3303.8 Fences. Every construction site whereupon a structure or building is being demolished shall be enclosed with a barrier not less than 6 feet above grade to prevent the entry of unauthorized persons. All barriers shall be of adequate strength to resist wind pressure.
Exception: The building official may waive the requirement for the 6-foot fence for small structures that can be demolished and removed from the site the same day that demolition begins. Demolition debris or partially demolished structures shall always be protected.
(History: Ord. No. BC-3499 §35, 2026; Ord. No. BC-3286 §37, 2020; Ord. No. BC-2936 §27, 2012; Ord. No. BC-2635 §43, 2007)
Effective on: 1/1/1901
