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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
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ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
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Agenda Item No: 4-F
Mtg. Date: 02/27/17
HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR k?),
RAYMOND R. CRUZ, CITY MANAGER
ORDINANCE NO. 350 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS AMENDING TITLE 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF
THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE
TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA BUILDING
CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE
2016 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30
(INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE;
TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA GREEN
BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 15.24
(EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE BY
REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE
TITLE 33 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING
BUILDING CODE); AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION
OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND
RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION) OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND
SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE TO CONFORM
TO STATE LAW.
FEBRUARY 27, 2017
ATTACHMENT:
Ordinance No. 350
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council waive full reading and adopt Ordinance No.
350, adopting by reference the Los Angeles County Building Codes.
BACKGROUND
At the February 13, 2017 meeting, the City Council introduced the attached ordinance
and held a public hearing.
Following discussion, the City Council directed staff to bring the Ordinance forth for
second reading and adoption.
The purpose of the proposed ordinance is to adopt by reference the amendments to the
2017 Los Angeles County Codes, including Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing,
Residential, Green Building Standards, Existing Buildings, amending Section 8.08.580
(construction or demolition waste) of Chapter 8.08 (Solid Waste and Recyclable Material
Collection) of Title 8 (Health and Safety) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code to conform
to state law.
At the February 13, 2017 meeting the City Council unanimously adopted the same
ordinance (Ordinance 350-U); under an Urgency procedures. That Ordinance is in
effect.
Per the City Attorney's advice it is good practice to in addition to the adoption of an
Urgency Ordinance, adopt an identical "back-up" ordinance following the traditional
ordinance adopting procedures. That way, if the urgency clause is successfully
challenged, the non -urgency version of the ordinance will have already taken effect.
CONCLUSION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 350.
ORDINANCE NO. 350
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING TITLE 15
(BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS
ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 15.24
(EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE BY REFERENCE
THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 33
(INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW.
Section 1. Section 15.04:010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.04 (Building Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.04.010 — Adoption of Building Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 26, Building Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Building Code, 2016 Edition (Part 2
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth
below and shall be known and may be cited as the Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Building Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Building Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 2. Section 15.08.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.08 (Plumbing Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.08.010 Adoption of Plumbing Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 28, Plumbing Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition (Part 5
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Plumbing Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
Ordinance No. 350 1
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Plumbing Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Plumbing Code, 2016
Edition, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 3. Section 15.12.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.12 (Mechanical Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.12.010 Adoption of Mechanical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 29, Mechanical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition (Part
4 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set
forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Mechanical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Mechanical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 4. Section 15.16.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.16 (Electrical Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.16.010 Adoption of Electrical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 27, Electrical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition (Part 3
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Electrical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Electrical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public
Section 5. Section 15.18.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.18 (Residential Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.18.010 Adoption of Residential Code.
Ordinance No. 350 2
Except as herein provided, Title 30, Residential Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting Sections 102 through 119 of Chapter 1, Section
1207 of Chapter 12, Chapter 34, 67, 69, 98, 99 and Appendix J of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County
Code and Chapters 2 through 10, Chapter 44, and Appendix H of that certain code known as and
designated as the 2016 California Residential Code is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known the Residential Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Residential Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Residential Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Residential Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 6. Section 15.22.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.22 (Green Building Standards Code) of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.22.010 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 31, Green Building Standards Code, of the Los Angeles
County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Green Building
Standards Code, 2016 Edition (Part 11 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby
incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the
Green Building Standards Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Green Building Standards Code,
2016 Edition, Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Green Building
Standards Code contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control. •
A copy of Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Green Building Standards
Code, 2016 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and
shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 7. Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is
hereby amended by adding a new chapter, Chapter 15.24 (Existing Building Code), to read as follows:
Chapter 15.24 — EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code
15.24.020 Short Title
15.24.030 Definitions
15.24.040 Amendment — Fees
15.24.050 Reserved
Ordinance No. 350 3
15.24.060 Violations and penalty
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code.
Except as herein provided, Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, in
effect on January 1, 2017 is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall
be known as the Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los
Angeles County Code, 2017 Edition, or any amendment to the Existing Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 33 of the Existing Building Code, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk
of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
15.24.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and will be
referred to herein as "this code."
15.24.030 Definitions.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, names or terms that are used in this code shall
be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in Section 15.04.040 of Title 15 of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
15.24.040 Amendment —Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, the fees set forth for this code shall be the
same as the fess prescribed for the Building Code in Section 15.04.050 of Title 15 of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code.
15.24.050 Reserved.
15.24.060 Violations and penalty.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve,
remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any
gradingin the City of Rolling Hills, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of
the provisions of this code.
B. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this code or
any permit issued thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be
deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation
of any of the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any
such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by
imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
Ordinance No. 350 4
Section 8. Subsection (A) of Section 8.08.580 (Construction or demolition waste) of Article
VII (Exclusions) of Chapter 8.08 (Solid Waste and Recyclable Material) of Title 8 (Health and Safety)
of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
A. Minimum Construction or Demolition Waste Diversion Requirements. Every covered
project shall divert at least sixty-five (65) percent, measured by weight, of all construction or demolition
waste generated by the covered project.
Section 9. All inconsistencies between the Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical
Code, Plumbing Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code as
adopted by this ordinance and Parts 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 9 and 11 of the California Code of Regulations are
changes, modifications, amendments, additions or deletions thereto authorized by California Health and
Safety Code Sections 17958 and 18941.5.
Section 10. Justification for Modification. The Council hereby finds that the changes and
modifications to the California Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code,
Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code that have been enacted
by this ordinance are reasonably necessary because of the City's local climate, characterized by hot, dry
summers, often resulting in drought conditions, followed by strong Santa Ana winds, often resulting in
hazardous fire conditions, and heavy winter rains, often resulting in expansive soil conditions; the City's
geological characteristics in that the area is characterized by geological instability; location in Southern
California; and the relatively hilly topography of the City.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the State Building Code in Title 26 of the
Los Angeles County Code are reasonably necessary because of the local climatic, geological, and
topographical conditions indicated above.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the California Building Code in Title 26,
Title 27, Title 28, Title 29, Title 30, Title 31 and the addition of Title 33 of the Los Angeles County
Codes are administrative in nature and are necessary to allow the uniform application of the codes by
procedures suited to the size and nature of the City's staff and administrative agencies by means suited to
the City's experience with local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions and to provide
sufficient staff support for the time-consuming inspections and analysis required by the City's fire and
geological hazards. These factors require specific and greater protection than what is afforded by the
County Building Code.
Accordingly, the City Council finds the modifications in this Ordinance to the City's Title 15
Buildings and Construction to be necessary for the protection of the of the public health, safety, and
welfare.
Section 11. To the extent the provisions of this ordinance are substantially the same as
previous provisions of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, these provisions shall be construed as
continuations of those provisions and not as new enactments.
Section 12. The provisions of the Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential and
Green Building Standards Codes in effect prior to the effective date of this Ordinance shall continue to
govern construction for projects for which plans were submitted for plan check prior to the effective date
Ordinance No. 350 5 0,
of this Ordinance, and for which the initial permit is issued not later than thirty (30) days after said
effective date.
Section 13. This Ordinance has been determined to be exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) because it is not a project
that has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment,
Section 14. This ordinance shall be effective upon adoption and shall become operative as of
January 01, 2017.
Section 15. Notice. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this ordinance and post a
certified copy of this ordinance, including the vote for and against the same, in the office of the City
Clerk, in accordance with Government Code Section 36993 and shall file a certified copy of this
Ordinance with the California Building Standards Commission.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 27th day of February 2017.
BEA DIERINGER, MAYOR
ATTEST:
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
Ordinance No. 350 6
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
) §§
I certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 350 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING TITLE 15
(BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS
ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 15.24
(EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE BY REFERENCE
THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 33
(INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW.
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on February 27, 2017 by the
following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following:
Administrative Offices.
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
Ordinance No. 350 7
STATE OF CALIFORNIA — GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS AGENCY
GOVERNOR EDMUND G. BROWN JR.
BUILDING STANDARDS COMMISSION
2525 Natomas Park Drive, Suite 130
Sacramento, California 95833-2936
(916) 263-0916 FAX (916) 263-0959
April 10, 2017
Ms. Heidi Luce
City Clerk
City of Rolling Hills
No. 2 Portuguese Bend Road
Rolling Hills, CA 90274
RE: Ordinance #350-U
Dear Ms. Luce:
RECEVED
APR .1 7 2017
City of Roiling Rills
By •
This letter is to advise you of our determination regarding the referenced ordinance with
express findings received from your agency on February 23, 2017.
Our review finds the submittal to contain one ordinance, No. 350-U, modifying provisions of
the 2016 California Building Standards Code in. Title 24, California Code of Regulations
(code), and express findings complying with Health and Safety Code Sections 17958.7 and
18941.5. The code modifications are accepted for filing and are enforceable. This letter
attests only to the satisfaction of the cited law for filing of local code amendment supported
by an express finding with the California Building Standards Commission (CBSC). CBSC is
not authorized by law to evaluate the merit of the code modification or the express finding.
Local modifications to the code are specific to a particular edition of the code. They must
be readopted and filed with CBSC in order to remain in effect when the next triennial edition
of the code is published.
On a related matter, should your city receive and ratify Fire Protection District ordinances
making modifications to the code, be advised that Health and Safety Code Section
13869.7(c) requires such ratified ordinances and express findings to be filed with the
Department of Housing and Community Development, Division of Codes and Standards,
State Housing Law Program, rather than CBSC. Also, ordinances making modifications to
the energy efficiency standar-ds.of the codemay require approval from the California Energy
Commission pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 25402.1(h)(2).
If you have any questions or need any further information, you may contact me at
(916) 263-0916.
Sincerely,
E ''que M. Rodriguez
Associate Construction Analyst
cc:
CBSC Chron
Local Filings
ORDINANCE NO. 350
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING TITLE 15
(BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS
ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 15.24
(EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE BY REFERENCE
THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 33
(INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW.
Section 1. Section 15.04.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.04 (Building Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.04.010 — Adoption of Building Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 26, Building Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Building Code, 2016 Edition (Part 2
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth
below and shall be known and may be cited as the Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Building Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Building Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 2. Section 15.08.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.08 (Plumbing Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.08.010 Adoption of Plumbing Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 28, Plumbing Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition (Part 5
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Plumbing Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Plumbing Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Plumbing Code, 2016
Edition, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 3. Section 15.12.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.12 (Mechanical Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.12.010 Adoption of Mechanical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 29, Mechanical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition (Part
4 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set
forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
Ordinance No. 350 1
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Mechanical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Mechanical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 4. Section 15.16.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.16 (Electrical Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.16.010 Adoption of Electrical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 27, Electrical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition (Part 3
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Electrical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Electrical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public
Section 5. Section 15.18.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.18 (Residential Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.18.010 Adoption of Residential Code.
Except as herein provided, Title 30, Residential Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting Sections 102 through 119 of Chapter 1, Section
1207 of Chapter 12, Chapter 34, 67, 69, 98, 99 and Appendix J of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County
Code and Chapters 2 through 10, Chapter 44, and Appendix H of that certain code known as and
designated as the 2016 California Residential Code is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known the Residential Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Residential Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Residential Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Residential Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 6. Section 15.22.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.22 (Green Building Standards Code) of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.22.010 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 31, Green Building Standards Code, of the Los Angeles
County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Green Building
Standards Code, 2016 Edition (Part 11 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby
incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the
Green Building Standards Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Green Building Standards Code,
2016 Edition, Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Green Building
Standards Code contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control.
A copy of Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Green Building Standards
Code, 2016 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and
shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 7. Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is
hereby amended by adding a new chapter, Chapter 15.24 (Existing Building Code), to read as follows:
Ordinance No. 350 2
i'
Chapter 15.24 — EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code
15.24.020 Short Title
15.24.030 Definitions
15.24.040 Amendment — Fees
15.24.050 Reserved
15.24.060 Violations and penalty
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code.
Except as herein provided, Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, in
effect on January 1, 2017 is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall
be known as the Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los
Angeles County Code, 2017 Edition, or any amendment to the Existing Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 33 of the Existing Building Code, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk
of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
15.24.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and will be
referred to herein as "this code."
15.24.030 Definitions.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, names or terms that are used in this code shall
be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in Section 15.04.040 of Title 15 of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
15.24.040 Amendment —Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, the fees set forth for this code shall be the
same as the fess prescribed for the Building Code in Section 15.04.050 of Title 15 of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code.
15.24.050 Reserved.
15.24.060 Violations and penalty.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve,
remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any
grading in the City of Rolling Hills, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of
the provisions of this code.
B. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this code or
any permit issued thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be
deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation
of any of the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any
such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by
imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
Section 8. Subsection (A) of Section 8.08.580 (Construction or demolition waste) of Article
VII (Exclusions) of Chapter 8.08 (Solid Waste and Recyclable Material) of Title 8 (Health and Safety)
of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
A. Minimum Construction or Demolition Waste Diversion Requirements. Every covered
project shall divert at least sixty-five (65) percent, measured by weight, of all construction or demolition
waste generated by the covered project.
Ordinance No. 350 3
Section 9. All inconsistencies between the Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical
Code, Plumbing Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code as
adopted by this ordinance and Parts 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 9 and 11 of the California Code of Regulations are
changes, modifications, amendments, additions or deletions thereto authorized by California Health and
Safety Code Sections 17958 and 18941.5.
Section 10. Justification for Modification. The Council hereby finds that the changes and
modifications to the California Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code,
Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code that have been enacted
by this ordinance are reasonably necessary because of the City's local climate, characterized by hot, dry
summers, often resulting in drought conditions, followed by strong Santa Ana winds, often resulting in
hazardous fire conditions, and heavy winter rains, often resulting in expansive soil conditions; the City's
geological characteristics in that the area is characterized by geological instability; location in Southern
California; and the relatively hilly topography of the City.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the State Building Code in Title 26 of the
Los Angeles County Code are reasonably necessary because of the local climatic, geological, and
topographical conditions indicated above.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the California Building Code in Title 26,
Title 27, Title 28, Title 29, Title 30, Title 31 and the addition of Title 33 of the Los Angeles County
Codes are administrative in nature and are necessary to allow the uniform application of the codes by
procedures suited to the size and nature of the City's staff and administrative agencies by means suited to
the City's experience with local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions and to provide
sufficient staff support for the time-consuming inspections and analysis required by the City's fire and
geological hazards. These factors require specific and greater protection than what is afforded by the
County Building Code.
Accordingly, the City Council finds the modifications in this Ordinance to the City's Title 15
Buildings and Construction to be necessary for the protection of the of the public health, safety, and
welfare.
Section 11. To the extent the provisions of this ordinance are substantially the same as
previous provisions of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, these provisions shall be construed as
continuations of those provisions and not as new enactments.
Section 12. The provisions of the Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential and
Green Building Standards Codes in effect prior to the effective date of this Ordinance shall continue to
govern construction for projects for which plans were submitted for plan check prior to the effective date
of this Ordinance, and for which the initial permit is issued not later than thirty (30) days after said
effective date.
Section 13. This Ordinance has been determined to be exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) because it is not a project
that has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment,
Section 14. This ordinance shall be effective upon adoption and shall become operative as of
January 01, 2017.
Section 15. Notice. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this ordinance and post a
certified copy of this ordinance, including the vote for and against the same, in the office of the City
Clerk, in accordance with Government Code Section 36993 and shall file a certified copy of this
Ordinance with the California Building Standards Commission.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 27'x' day of February 2017.
' BEA DIERINGER, / OR
ATTEST:
Cllitth het 1, el)
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
Ordinance No. 350
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA • '
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES"
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS •
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I certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 350 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING TITLE 15
(BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS
ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 15.24
(EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE BY REFERENCE
THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 33
(INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
.CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW.
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on February 27, 2017 by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Black, Mirsch, Pieper, Wilson and Mayor Dieringer.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following:
Administrative Offices.
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
Ordinance No. 350 5
City Jh//
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
February 15, 2017
VIA FIRST CLASS MAIL AND ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION
ordinancefilings@dgs.ca.gov
California Building Standards Commission
ATTN: Ordinance Filing
2525 Natomas Park Dr., Suite 130
Sacramento, CA. 95833-2936
To whom it may concern,
At its meeting of February 13, 2017, the Rolling Hills City Council adopted Urgency
Ordinance No. 350-U - adopting by reference the Los Angeles County Codes, including,
Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential and Green Building Standards
and Existing Building. Enclosed please find a certified copy of the Ordinance.
Please let us know if you have any questions or if you need any further information
Best regards,
a ittu)
Heidi Luce
City Clerk
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ORDINANCE NO. 350-U.
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING
TITLE 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION
OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW
CHAPTER 15.24 (EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE
BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE
33 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW; AND DECLARING THE URGENCY
THEREOF.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 15.04.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.04 (Building Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.04.010 — Adoption of Building Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 26, Building Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Building Code, 2016 Edition (Part 2
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth
below and shall be known and may be cited as the Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Building Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Building Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 2. Section 15.08.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.08 (Plumbing Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.08.010 Adoption of Plumbing Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 28, Plumbing Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition (Part 5
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Plumbing Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Plumbing Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Plumbing Code, 2016
Edition, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 3. Section 15.12.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.12 (Mechanical Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.12.010 Adoption of Mechanical Code.
I HEREBY CERTIFY THIS DOCUMENT TO BE
TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAI
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Ordinance No. 350-U
CITY CLERK OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS, CALIFORNIA
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 29, Mechanical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition (Part
4 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set
forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Mechanical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Mechanical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 4. Section 15.16.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.16 (Electrical Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.16.010 Adoption of Electrical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 27, Electrical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition (Part 3
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Electrical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in thc later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Electrical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public
Section 5. Section 15.18.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.18 (Residential Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.18.010 Adoption of Residential Code.
Except as herein provided, Title 30, Residential Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting Sections 102 through 119 of Chapter 1, Section
1207 of Chapter 12, Chapter 34, 67, 69, 98, 99 and Appendix J of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County
Code and Chapters 2 through 10, Chapter 44, and Appendix H of that certain code known as and
designated as the 2016 California Residential Code is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known the Residential Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Residential Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Residential Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Residential Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 6. Section 15.22.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.22 (Green Building Standards Code) of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.22.010 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 31, Green Building Standards Code, of the Los Angeles
County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Green Building
Standards Code, 2016 Edition (Part 11 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby
incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the
Green Building Standards Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Green Building Standards Code,
2016 Edition, Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Green Building
Ordinance No. 350-U 2
Standards Code contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control.
A copy of Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Green Building Standards
Code, 2016 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and
shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 7. Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is
hereby amended by adding a new chapter, Chapter 15.24 (Existing Building Code), to read as follows:
Chapter 15.24 — EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code
15.24.020 Short Title
15.24.030 Definitions
15.24.040 Amendment — Fees
15.24.050 Reserved
15.24.060 Violations and penalty
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code.
Except as herein provided, Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, in
effect on January 1, 2017 is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall
be known as the Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los
Angeles County Code, 2017 Edition, or any amendment to the Existing Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 33 of the Existing Building Code, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk
of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
15.24.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and will be
referred to herein as "this code."
15.24.030 Definitions.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, names or terms that are used in this code shall
be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in Section 15.04.040 of Title 15 of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
15.24.040 Amendment —Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, the fees set forth for this code shall be the
same as the fess prescribed for the Building Code in Section 15.04.050 of Title 15 of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code.
15.24.050 Reserved.
15.24.060 Violations and penalty.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve,
remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any
grading in the City of Rolling Hills, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of
the provisions of this code. •
B. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this code or
any permit issued thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be
Ordinance No. 350-U 3
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deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation
of any of the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any
such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by
imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
Section 8. Subsection (A) of Section 8.08.580 (Construction or demolition waste) of Article
VII (Exclusions) of Chapter 8.08 (Solid Waste and Recyclable Material) of Title 8 (Health and Safety)
of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
A. Minimum Construction or Demolition Waste Diversion Requirements. Every covered
project shall divert at least sixty-five (65) percent, measured by weight, of all construction or demolition
waste generated by the covered project.
Section 9. All inconsistencies between the Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical
Code, Plumbing Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code as
adopted by this ordinance and Parts 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 9 and 11 of the California Code of Regulations are
changes, modifications, amendments, additions or deletions thereto authorized by California Health and
Safety Code Sections 17958 and 18941..5.
Section 10. Justification for Modification. The Council hereby finds that the changes and
modifications to the California Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code,
Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code that have been enacted
by this ordinance are reasonably necessary because of the City's local climate, characterized by hot, dry
summers, often resulting in drought conditions, followed by strong Santa Ana winds, often resulting in
hazardous fire conditions, and heavy winter rains, often resulting in expansive soil conditions; the City's
geological characteristics in that the area is characterized by geological instability; location in Southern
California; and the relatively hilly topography of the City.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the State Building Code in Title 26 of the
Los Angeles County Code are reasonably necessary because of the local climatic, geological, and
topographical conditions indicated above.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the California Building Code in Title 26,
Title 27, Title 28, Title 29, Title 30, Title 31 and the addition of Title 33 of the Los Angeles County
Codes are administrative in nature and are necessary to allow the uniform application of the codes by
procedures suited to the size and nature of the City's staff and administrative agencies by means suited to
the City's experience with local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions and to provide
sufficient staff support for the time-consuming inspections and analysis required by the City's fire and
geological hazards. These factors require specific and greater protection than what is afforded by the
County Building Code.
Accordingly, the City Council finds the modifications in this Ordinance to the City's Title 15
Buildings and Construction to be necessary for the protection of the of the public health, safety, and
welfare.
Section 11. Statement of Urgency. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its
adoption, pursuant to Government Code section 36967. The City Council declares that it is necessary to
the public peace, safety and welfare that this ordinance be adopted as an urgency measure. It is essential
that the City have in effect on that date codes that comport with state law and contain those
modifications necessitated by unique topographic, geologic and climatic conditions. In the absence of
immediate effectiveness, the provisions of the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential,
Green Building and Existing Building Codes unique to the City's special circumstances will not be in
place and this will have a detrimental effect on the public, health, safety and welfare.
Section 12. To the extent the provisions of this ordinance are substantially the same as
previous provisions of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, these provisions shall be construed as
continuations of those provisions and not as new enactments.
Section 13. The provisions of the.Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential and
Green Building Standards Codes in effect prior to the effective date of this Ordinance shall continue to
govern construction for projects for which plans were submitted for plan check prior to the effective date
of this Ordinance, and for which the initial permit is issued not later than thirty (30) days after said
effective date.
Ordinance No: 350-U 4
1 `- 6. c'
Section 14. This Ordinance has been determined to be exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) because it is not a project
that has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment,
Section 15. This ordinance shall be effective upon adoption and shall become operative as of
January 01, 2017.
Section 16. Notice. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this ordinance and post a
certified copy of this ordinance, including the vote for and against the same, in the office of the City
Clerk, in accordance with Government Code Section 36993 and shall file a certified copy of this
Ordinance with the California Building Standards Commission.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 13h day of February 2017.
BEA DIERINGER OR
ATTEST:
j
HETDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
Ordinance No. 350-U 5
p, J6 Ca
STATE OF CALIFORNIA -
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
§§
I certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 350-U entitled:
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING
TITLE 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION
OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW
CHAPTER 15.24 (EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE
BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF -LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE
33 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW; AND DECLARING THE URGENCY
THEREOF.
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on February 13, 2017 by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmember Black, Mirsch, Pieper, Wilson and Mayor Dieringer.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following:
Administrative Offices.
(VI A9ao
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
Ordinance No. 350-U 6
Subject: Ordinance Filing
Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2017 7:52 AM
From: hluce@cityofrh.net <hluce@cityofrh.net>
To: <ordinancefilings@dgs.ca.gov>
February 15, 2017
VIA FIRST CLASS MAIL and ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION
California Building Standards Commission
ATTN: Ordinance Filing'
2525 Natomas Park Dr., Suite 130
Sacramento, CA. 95833-2936
To whom it may concern,
At its meeting of February 13, 2017, the Rolling Hills City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance
No. 350-U - adopting by reference the Los Angeles County Codes, including, Building,
Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Green Building Standards and Existing Building.
Attached please find a certified copy of the Ordinance.
Please let us know if you have any questions or if you need any further information
Best regards,
Heidi
Heidi Luce, CMC
City Clerk/Executive Assistant
City of Rolling Hills
2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, CA 90274
310-377-1521 Fax: 310-377-7288 www.Rolling-Hills.org
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ORDNANCE NO. 35041.
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY 01' ROLLII.G HILLS AMENDING
ITi1.E f5 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION') OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION
(F LOS ANGELES COUYry CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE);' TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
.CALIFORNIA ELECiTUCAL CODE.); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CAU1ORr`IA PLUMBING C;U01); 'iTD.E, 29 (INC,.ORPORA`rINt. THE 2016
CA.LiFOi3NIA MECHANICAL CODE); `ii`fl.li 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
`CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING .A NEW
CHAPTER 15.24 (EXISTING BUILDING CODE) TN ORDER TO INCORPORATE
BY REFERENCE THE 20[7 EDITION 01' I.OS ANGLO- ES COUNTY CODE TiTLE
33 ONLVRPORATING I'm ,2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING 1i1111.1)IN'C CODE):
AmEi oitic1 SECTION 11.08.580 (C'O,NS` TUICYIO,N OR ISEM0L1TiON WASTE) OF
°WAf IER LOS. (SOLO) WASTP AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL CoLEXCTtO.l)
OF T1TGi $ t3$FAL U AND SAI'b'TY) OP THE ROILING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CO,N'FQRM TO STATL' LAW; ANI) DECLARING THE-URGENCY
THEREOF,
THE CI'1Y COE}NC1L OP THE; CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
'tt,.I. Seetico 15.01,0.10 of Title 1S. C5iapu;r 15* (Building Cade) of Ilse Rolling Rills
fidtkipsiCode b amended io rend uti Pttllnwat
1$0s.010 -> Adoption of Building Cade.
EiAtcc44 heteimller pravi<ded. `Pitta 26, Building Code, of the Lea Angeles Coltnty Code. as
eacafdad and in WPM On Linuaty 1.2011, talon, ing ttte C li:Zunia Building Code, 2016 P.ditl (Part 2
at`7ttk :4 the Cal7dtet . Carl: e(ReI,'tilnttops) is ineorponttrd herein Icy reference as if fully set Nth
teio'i and ,4111th be known and may be circa as thcildildin8 Code oldie City ofRolling }tills,
be else eva n otat y conflict between ptavtaions ot'die Califorteiii Building Code, 2016 t ditian,
Title 26 of the Lie Angeies County Code, cis any amendment lo the i9u11d1ab Coklc ttivtainud in the
Rolling Rills Municipal Code, the hrira'ii6" CtntiatIled in its later UM document shrill contrail,
A copy ofTide 2€4f t o Los Mtpelee CourttY COO wal theCntlibmill itt1g i ug Code'. 2016
L?dilrkin. hove been deposited In the office oldie City Clot: of the City of Rolling !tills and shall be in all
inner ,z. toned by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
• . $e 2, S'xiion 15.08.010 ofTide 15. Chnpt,Cr 15.03 O untb[ng Code) ore)* Rolling
tl;Cls . 5cipal Code is amended to read u follows:
13AS010 Adoption of Pttsmblog Code;
alfeVras hcttin.'aier lsiWid dd. Title 28, Ptutnbing Cudc, of the Los Angeles County Code, es
amancledand In affect on em cry 1, 2017, adopting the California Plumbing Code, ?,Q161;Aetign (Ptut 5
of Tide 2s oats. Califerniu Code of ResuL tons), Is hereby incorporated herein 4y refeai n e ns if rutty
set ftsr S below, and shall be Itrowtt and may be cited ns the Plutnbittg Code of the Cry of Rotting Ellis:
In 0* overseer fitly conflict between pj+ro isicns of d e California Plumbing Coda. 2016 Edition,
T'a to ?.S olds e WI Angeles County Cede, or soy otRendnfent to thel'huubIng Code contained as the
Reid liilLa Sfunieipa! Code, the provision contained in the later listed document Shall contn11..
A copy elide 2S"of the Lam AnP,elm County Codc and Mts Cali fornia Plumbing Code, 2016
f es born deposited in the office of t e Chy+ CIGk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be uL ell
titles calfuteined by the City Clerk for tso and examination by the pathIk.
n3.. Section 15.12.010 oiled, 15:, Ch=ute' 15.12 (Mechanical Code) of the Rotting Bills
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ORDINANCE NO. 350-U.
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING
TITLE 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION
OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA. RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW
CHAPTER 15.24 (EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE
BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE
33 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW; AND DECLARING THE URGENCY
THEREOF.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 15.04.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.04 (Building Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.04.010 — Adoption of Building Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 26, Building Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Building Code, 2016 Edition (Part 2
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth
below and shall be known and may be cited as the Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Building Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Building Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 2. Section 15.08.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.08 (Plumbing Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.08.010 Adoption of Plumbing Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 28, Plumbing Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition (Part 5
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Plumbing Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Plumbing Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Plumbing Code, 2016
Edition, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 3. Section 15.12.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.12 (Mechanical Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.12.010 Adoption of Mechanical Code.
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Except as hereinafter provided, Title 29, Mechanical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition (Part
4 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set
forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Mechanical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Mechanical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 4. Section 15.16.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.16 (Electrical Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.16.010 Adoption of Electrical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 27, Electrical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition (Part 3
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Electrical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Electrical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public
Section 5. Section 15.18.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.18 (Residential Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.18.010
Adoption of Residential Code.
Except as herein provided, Title 30, Residential Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting Sections 102 through 119 of Chapter 1, Section
1207 of Chapter 12, Chapter 34, 67, 69, 98, 99 and Appendix J of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County
Code and Chapters 2 through 10, Chapter 44, and Appendix H of that certain code known as and
designated as the 2016 California Residential Code is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known the Residential Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Residential Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Residential Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Residential Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 6. Section 15.22.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.22 (Green Building Standards Code) of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.22.010 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 31, Green Building Standards Code, of the Los Angeles
County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Green Building
Standards Code, 2016 Edition (Part 11 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby
incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the
Green Building Standards Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Green Building Standards Code,
2016 Edition, Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Green Building
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Standards Code contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control.
A copy of Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Green Building Standards
Code, 2016 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and
shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 7. Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is
hereby amended by adding a new chapter, Chapter 15.24 (Existing Building Code), to read as follows:
Chapter 15.24 — EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code
15.24.020 Short Title
15.24.030 Definitions
15.24.040 Amendment — Fees
15.24.050 Reserved
15.24.060 Violations and penalty
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code.
Except as herein provided, Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, in
effect on January 1, 2017 is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall
be known as the Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of Title 33,•Existing Building Code of the Los
Angeles County Code, 2017 Edition, or any amendment to the Existing Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 33 of the Existing Building Code, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk
of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
15.24.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and will be
referred to herein as "this code."
15.24.030 Definitions.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, names or terms that are used in this code shall
be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in Section 15.04.040 of Title 15 of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
15.24.040 Amendment —Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, the fees set forth for this code shall be the
same as the fess prescribed for the Building Code in Section 15.04.050 of Title 15 of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code.
15.24.050 Reserved.
15.24.060 Violations and penalty.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve,
remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any
grading in the City of Rolling Hills, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of
the provisions of this code.
B: Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this code or
any permit issued thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be
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deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation
of any of the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any
such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by
imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
Section 8, Subsection (A) of Section 8.08.580 (Construction or demolition waste) of Article
VII (Exclusions) of Chapter 8.08 (Solid Waste and Recyclable Material) of Title 8 (Health and Safety)
of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
A. Minimum Construction or Demolition Waste Diversion Requirements. Every covered
project shall divert at least sixty-five (65) percent, measured by weight, of all construction or demolition
waste generated by the covered project.
Section 9. All inconsistencies between the Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical
Code, Plumbing Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code as
adopted by this ordinance and Parts 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 9 and 11 of the California Code of Regulations are
changes, modifications, amendments, additions or deletions thereto authorized by California Health and
Safety Code Sections 17958 and 18941.5:
Section 10. Justification for Modification. The Council hereby finds that the changes and
modifications to the California Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code,
Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code that have been enacted
by this ordinance are reasonably necessary because of the City's local climate, characterized by hot, dry
summers, often resulting in drought conditions, followed by strong Santa Ana winds, often resulting in
hazardous fire conditions, and heavy winter rains, often resulting in expansive soil conditions; the City's
geological characteristics in that the area is characterized by geological instability; location in Southern
California; and the relatively hilly topography of the City.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the State Building Code in Title 26 of the
Los Angeles County Code are reasonably necessary because of the local climatic, geological, and
topographical conditions indicated above.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the California Building Code in Title 26,
Title 27, Title 28, Title 29, Title 30, Title 31 and the addition of Title 33 of the Los Angeles County
Codes are administrative in nature and are necessary to allow the uniform application of the codes by
procedures suited to the size and nature of the City's staff and administrative agencies by means suited to
the City's experience with local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions and to provide
sufficient staff support for the time-consuming inspections and analysis required by the City's fire and
geological hazards. These factors require specific and greater protection than what is afforded by the
County Building Code.
Accordingly, the City Council finds the modifications in this Ordinance to the City's Title 15
Buildings and Construction to be necessary for the protection of the of the public health, safety, and
welfare.
Section 11. Statement of Urgency. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its
adoption, pursuant to Government Code section 36967. The City Council declares that it is necessary to
the public peace, safety and welfare that this ordinance be adopted as an urgency measure. It is essential
that the City have in effect on that date codes that comport with state law and contain those
modifications necessitated by unique topographic, geologic and climatic conditions. In the absence of
immediate effectiveness, the provisions of the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential,
Green Building and Existing Building Codes unique to the City's special circumstances will not be in
place and this will have a detrimental effect on the public, health, safety and welfare.
Section 12. To the extent the provisions of this ordinance are substantially the same as
previous provisions of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, these provisions shall be construed as
continuations of those provisions and not as new enactments.
Section 13. The provisions of the Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential and
Green Building Standards Codes in effect prior to the effective date of this Ordinance shall continue to
govern construction for projects for which plans were submitted for plan check prior to the effective date
of this Ordinance, and for which the initial permit is issued not later than thirty (30) days after said
effective date.
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Section 14. This Ordinance has been determined to be exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) because it is not a project
that has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment,
Section 15. This ordinance shall be effective upon adoption and shall become operative as of
January 01, 2017.
Section 16. Notice. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this ordinance and post a
certified copy of this ordinance, including the vote for and against the same, in the office of the City
Clerk, in accordance with Government Code Section 36993 and shall file a certified copy of this
Ordinance with the California Building Standards Commission.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 13h day of February 2017.
BEA DIERINGERf1GIA1YOR
ATTEST:
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
Ordinance No. 350-U 5
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
) §§
I certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 350-U entitled:
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING
TITLE 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION
OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 -(INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING' THE 2016
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW
CHAPTER 15.24 (EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE
BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE
33 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW; AND DECLARING THE URGENCY
THEREOF.
was approved and adopted ,at a regular meeting of the City Council on February 13, 2017 by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmember Black, Mirsch, Pieper, Wilson and Mayor Dieringer.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following:
Administrative Offices.
P) /kw
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
Ordinance No. '350-U 6
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX (310) 377-7288
Agenda Item No: 6-A
Mtg. Date: 02/13/17
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
THRU: RAYMOND R. CRUZ, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES NO. 350 AND 350-U. AN
URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
AMENDING TITLE 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE
TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA BUILDING
CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE
2016 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30
(INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE;
TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA GREEN
BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 15.24
(EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE BY
REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE
TITLE 33 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING
BUILDING CODE); AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580
(CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF CHAPTER 8.08
(SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION) OF
TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS
MUNICIPAL CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW; AND
DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT
FROM THE PROVISIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061(B)(3).
DATE: February 13, 2017
ATTACHMENTS:
I. ORDINANCE NO. 350-U
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II. ORDINANCE NO. 350
III. SUMMARY OF LA COUNTY CODE AMENDMENTS
IV. CURRENT CITY BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION CODE
(TITLE 15)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council waive full reading, conduct a public hearing
and (1) adopt the attached Urgency Ordinance No. 350- U, adopting by reference the
2017 Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Green
Building Standards, and Existing Building Codes; (2) introduce for first reading
Ordinance No. 350, adopting by reference the 2017 Los Angeles County Building,
Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Green Building Standards and Existing
Building Codes; and (3) conduct public hearing, and direct staff to schedule second
reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 350 for the February 27, 2017 City Council
meeting.
DISCUSSION
Every three years the California Building Standards Commission updates the
International Codes governing construction practices in the State of California,
including the Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, and Green
Building Standards Codes. On February 10, 2014, the Rolling Hills City Council enacted
Urgency Ordinance No. 337-U adopting these Los Angeles County Codes by reference.1
Traditionally, the City of Rolling Hills has adopted the most recent Los Angeles County
Codes shortly after their adoption by the County; this year, the County Board of
Supervisors adopted the new codes, with amendments, on November 22, 2016. These
changes and modifications became effective January 1, 2017.
In order for the City of Rolling Hills to adopt the new Los Angeles County Codes with
County amendments and have them effective immediately, it is necessary to adopt
them by an urgency ordinance. Accordingly, the proposed urgency ordinance includes
findings constituting the urgency pursuant to Government Code Section 36937(b). If
the City fails to adopt the County ordinances, the Codes published by the State will
automatically become law within the City. The City traditionally adopts the amended
Los Angeles County Codes, with its own amendments, when necessary; these
amendments are typically stricter than the County Codes and/or supplement the
County Codes (for instance, the County Codes do not address import or export of dirt,
grading areas, etc.).
' Normally, the Fire Code is adopted by the County Board of Supervisors at the same time as the other
County codes. This year the adoption of the Fire Code has been delayed: the Board of Supervisors will
hold public hearings in February with an estimated date of adoption in mid -March. Following the LA
County Board of Supervisors adoption of the Fire Code, staff will schedule a public hearing for City
Council's consideration of the Fire Code.
This year, very few changes were made to the County Codes which affect the
construction of single-family homes within the City; rather, most of the County
amendments relate to the type and method of construction, and the specifications and
quality of construction materials. Therefore, the City Council could adopt the new
County Codes by reference, while still maintaining the existing amendments thereto
codified in the City's Municipal Code.
With that said, however, the State now requires that 65% of construction materials be
diverted from landfills; prior to this amendment, only a 50% diversion was required.
This new requirement has been adopted by the County Codes; therefore the City must
amend Section 8.08.580 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code in order to reflect this
requirement.
Additionally, the International Building Code2 has deleted Chapter 34 (Existing
Structures) from its 2016 edition; the State has replaced this Chapter with its own new
"California Existing Building Code." Because the County adopts the California State
Codes by reference, the County enacted its own new Title 33, the "Existing Building
Code." In order to adopt Title 33 by reference, the City of Rolling Hills will have to
amend its Municipal Code to create a new Chapter which addresses existing building
standards. For this reason, Ordinance Nos. 350 and 350-U propose the addition of
Chapter 15.24 ("Existing Building Code") to Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
The City Attorney advises that the City Council consider both the urgency and non -
urgency version of Ordinance No. 350. Generally speaking, once an urgency ordinance
is enacted (following a four -fifths vote of the City Council), it becomes effective
immediately without the necessitating a second reading. State law requires that
urgency ordinances contain an "urgency clause" stating valid, constitutional, and
persuasive facts to justify such a determination. In the event an urgency clause is
successfully challenged in a court of law, the ordinance loses its urgency and would not
take effect until 30 days after its passage (i.e., after a second reading). Therefore, an
urgency ordinance may be void if it is invalidated by the court and where there is no
second reading. For this reason, it is good practice to adopt an identical "back-up"
ordinance following the traditional ordinance adopting procedures. That way, if the
urgency clause is successfully challenged, the non -urgency version of the ordinance will
have already taken effect.
State law requires that localities adopt the California Building Standards Code and
modifications thereto if any, by January 01, 2017. It is essential that the City have in
effect codes that comport with state law and contain those modifications necessitated by
unique topographic, geologic and climatic conditions. In the absence of immediate
z The International Building Code is a model building code developed by the International Code Council
and has been adopted and used as a base code standard throughout most of the United States — including
California.
effectiveness, the provisions of the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing,
Residential, Green Building, and Existing Building Codes unique to the City's special
circumstances will not be in place and this will have a detrimental effect on the public,
health, safety and welfare. Furthermore, the City may be exposed to potential
challenges in applying the City's Municipal Code requirements to City projects as the
new County Codes are currently in effect.
Copies of the County Codes with the amendments will be shortly available in the
Planning Department. They will be available for review by all interested parties during
regular working hours.
FISCAL IMPACT
Building plan check and permit fees are paid to compensate the City for expenditures
associated with these activities. As the changes in the Codes are minor, the fees
collected will continue to match the expenditures, and there will be no net fiscal impact
to the City.
NOTIFICATION
A notice of this public hearing was published in the Peninsula News on February 2,
2017, in the City's Newsletter and was posted at City Hall. The City Council agenda is
also available on the City's website. °
CONCLUSION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 350-U and
Ordinance No. 350, adopting by reference the 2017 Los Angeles County Building,
Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Green Building Standards, and Existing
Building Codes; and direct staff to schedule second reading and adoption of Ordinance
No. 350 for the February 27, 2017 City Council meeting.
Alternatively, the City Council may choose not to adopt either ordinance, in which case
the Codes published by the State will automatically become law within the City, by
default.
ORDINANCE NO. 350-U.
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING
TITLE 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION
OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW
CHAPTER 15.24 (EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE
BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE
33 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW; AND DECLARING THE URGENCY
THEREOF.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 15.04.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.04 (Building Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.04.010 — Adoption of Building Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 26, Building Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Building Code, 2016 Edition (Part 2
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth
below and shall be known and may be cited as the Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Building Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Building Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 2. Section 15.08.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.08 (Plumbing Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.08.010 Adoption of Plumbing Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 28, Plumbing Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition (Part 5
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of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Plumbing Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Plumbing Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Plumbing Code, 2016
Edition, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 3. Section 15.12.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.12 (Mechanical Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.12.010 Adoption of Mechanical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 29, Mechanical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition (Part
4 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set
forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Mechanical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Mechanical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 4. Section 15.16.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.16 (Electrical Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.16.010 Adoption of Electrical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 27, Electrical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition (Part 3
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
. In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Electrical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Electrical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public
Section 5. Section 15.18.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.18 (Residential Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
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15.18.010 Adoption of Residential Code.
Except as herein provided, Title 30, Residential Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting Sections 102 through 119 of Chapter 1, Section
1207 of Chapter 12, Chapter 34, 67, 69, 98, 99 and Appendix J of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County
Code and Chapters 2 through 10, Chapter 44, and Appendix H of that certain code known as and
designated as the 2016 California Residential Code is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known the Residential Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Residential Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Residential Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Residential Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 6. Section 15.22.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.22 (Green Building Standards Code) of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.22.010 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 31, Green Building Standards Code, of the Los Angeles
County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Green Building
Standards Code, 2016 Edition (Part 11 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby
incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the
Green Building Standards Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Green Building Standards Code,
2016 Edition, Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Green Building
Standards Code contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control.
A copy of Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Green Building Standards
Code, 2016 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and
shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 7. Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is
hereby amended by adding a new chapter, Chapter 15.24 (Existing Building Code), to read as follows:
Chapter 15.24 — EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code
15.24.020 Short Title
15.24.030 Definitions
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15.24.040 Amendment — Fees
15.24.050 Reserved
15.24.060 Violations and penalty
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code.
Except as herein provided, Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, in
effect on January 1, 2017 is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall
be known as the Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los
Angeles County Code, 2017 Edition, or any amendment to the Existing Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 33 of the Existing. Building Code, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk
of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
15.24.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and will be
referred to herein as "this code."
15.24.030 Definitions.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, names or terms that are used in this code shall
be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in Section 15.04.040 of Title 15 of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
15.24.040 Amendment —Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, the fees set forth for this code shall be the
same as the fess prescribed for the Building Code in Section 15.04.050 of Title 15 of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code.
15.24.050 Reserved.
15.24.060 Violations and penalty.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve,
remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any
grading in the City of Rolling Hills, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of
the provisions of this code.
B. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this code or
any permit issued thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be
deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation
of any of the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any
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such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by
imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
Section 8, Subsection (A) of Section 8.08.580 (Construction or demolition waste) of Article
VII (Exclusions) of Chapter 8.08 (Solid Waste and Recyclable Material) of Title 8 (Health and Safety)
of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
A. Minimum Construction or Demolition Waste Diversion Requirements. Every covered
project shall divert at least sixty-five (65) percent, measured by weight, of all construction or demolition
waste generated by the covered project.
Section 9. All inconsistencies between the Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical
Code, Plumbing Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code as
adopted by this ordinance and Parts 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 9 and 11 of the California Code of Regulations are
changes, modifications, amendments, additions or deletions thereto authorized by California Health and
Safety Code Sections 17958 and 18941.5.
Section 10. Justification for Modification. The Council hereby finds that the changes and
modifications to the California Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code,
Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code that have been enacted
by this ordinance are reasonably necessary because of the City's local climate, characterized by hot, dry
summers, often resulting in drought conditions, followed by strong Santa Ana winds, often resulting in
hazardous fire conditions, and heavy winter rains, often resulting in expansive soil conditions; the City's
geological characteristics in that the area is characterized by geological instability; location in Southern
California; and the relatively hilly topography of the City.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the State Building Code in Title 26 of the
Los Angeles County Code are reasonably necessary because of the local climatic, geological, and
topographical conditions indicated above.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the California Building Code in Title 26,
Title 27, Title 28, Title 29, Title 30, Title 31 and the addition of Title 33 of the Los Angeles County
Codes are administrative in nature and are necessary to allow the uniform application of the codes by
procedures suited to the size and nature of the City's staff and administrative agencies by means suited to
the City's experience with local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions and to provide
sufficient staff support for the time-consuming inspections and analysis required by the City's fire and
geological hazards. These factors require specific and greater protection than what is afforded by the
County Building Code.
Accordingly, the City Council finds the modifications in this Ordinance to the City's Title 15
Buildings and Construction to be necessary for the protection of the of the public health, safety, and
welfare.
Section 11. Statement of Urgency. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its
adoption, pursuant to Government Code section 36967. The City Council declares that it is necessary to
the public peace, safety and welfare that this ordinance be adopted as an urgency measure. It is essential
that the City have in effect on that date codes that comport with state law and contain those
modifications necessitated by unique topographic, geologic and climatic conditions. In the absence of
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immediate effectiveness, the provisions of the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential,
Green Building and Existing Building Codes unique to the City's special circumstances will not be in
place and this will have a detrimental effect on the public, health, safety and welfare.
Section 12. To the extent the provisions of this ordinance are substantially the same as
previous provisions of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, these provisions shall be construed as
continuations of those provisions and not as new enactments.
Section 13. The provisions of the Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential and
Green Building Standards Codes in effect prior to the effective date of this Ordinance shall continue to
govern construction for projects for which plans were submitted for plan check prior to the effective date
of this Ordinance, and for which the initial permit is issued not later than thirty (30) days after said
effective date.
Section 14. This Ordinance has been determined to be exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) because it is not a project
that has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment,
Section 15. This ordinance shall be effective upon adoption and shall become operative as of
January 01, 2017.
Section 16. Notice. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this ordinance and post a
certified copy of this ordinance, including the vote for and against the same, in the office of the City
Clerk, in accordance with Government Code Section 36993 and shall file a certified copy of this
Ordinance with the California Building Standards Commission.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1311 day of February 2017.
BEA DIERINGER, MAYOR
ATTEST:
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
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I certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 350-U entitled:
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING
TITLE 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION
OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW
CHAPTER 15.24 (EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE
BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE
33 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH 'AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW; AND DECLARING THE URGENCY
THEREOF.
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on February 13, 2017 by the
following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following:
Administrative Offices.
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
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ORDINANCE NO. 350
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING TITLE 15
(BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS
ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 15.24
(EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE BY REFERENCE
THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 33
(INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW.
Section 1. Section 15.04.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.04 (Building Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.04.010 — Adoption of Building Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 26, Building Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Building Code, 2016 Edition (Part 2
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth
below and shall be known and may be cited as the Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Building Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Building Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 2. Section 15.08.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.08 (Plumbing Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.08.010 Adoption of Plumbing Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 28, Plumbing Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition (Part 5
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Plumbing Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
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In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Plumbing Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Plumbing Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Plumbing Code, 2016
Edition, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 3. Section 15.12.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.12 (Mechanical Code) of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.12.010 Adoption of Mechanical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 29, Mechanical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition (Part
4 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set
forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Mechanical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Mechanical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Mechanical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 4. Section 15.16.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.16 (Electrical Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.16.010 Adoption of Electrical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 27, Electrical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition (Part 3
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Electrical Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Electrical Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Electrical Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public
Section 5. Section 15.18.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.18 (Residential Code) of the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.18.010 Adoption of Residential Code.
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Except as herein provided, Title 30, Residential Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting Sections 102 through 119 of Chapter 1, Section
1207 of Chapter 12, Chapter 34, 67, 69, 98, 99 and Appendix J of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County
Code and Chapters 2 through 10, Chapter 44, and Appendix H of that certain code known as and
designated as the 2016 California Residential Code is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully
set forth below, and shall be known the Residential Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Residential Code, 2016 Edition,
Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Residential Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Residential Code, 2016
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 6. Section 15.22.010 of Title 15, Chapter 15.22 (Green Building Standards Code) of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
Section 15.22.010 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 31, Green Building Standards Code, of the Los Angeles
County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2017, adopting the California Green Building
Standards Code, 2016 Edition (Part 11 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby
incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the
Green Building Standards Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Green Building Standards Code,
2016 Edition, Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Green Building
Standards Code contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control.
A copy of Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Green Building Standards
Code, 2016 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and
shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 7. Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is
hereby amended by adding a new chapter, Chapter 15.24 (Existing Building Code), to read as follows:
Chapter 15.24 — EXISTING I3UILDING CODE
Sections:
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code
15.24.020 Shot-LT.41e
15.24.030 Definii
15.24.040 Amendment — Fees
15.24.050 Reserved
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15.24.060 Violations and penalty
15.24.010 Adoption of Existing Building Code.
Except as herein provided, Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, in
effect on January 1, 2017 is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall
be known as the Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los
Angeles County Code, 2017 Edition, or any amendment to the Existing Building Code contained in the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 33 of the Existing Building Code, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk
of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and •
examination by the public.
15.24.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Existing Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and will be
referred to herein as "this code."
15.24.030 Definitions.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, names or terms that are used in this code shall
be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in Section 15.04.040 of Title 15 of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
15.24.040 Amendment —Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.24.010, the fees set forth for this code shall be the
same as the fess prescribed for the Building Code in Section 15.04.050 of Title 15 of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code.
15.24.050 Reserved.
15.24.060 Violations and penalty.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve,
remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any
grading in the City of Rolling Hills, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of
the provisions of this code.
B. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this code or
any permit issued thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be
deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation
of any of the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any
such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by
imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
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Section 8. Subsection (A) of Section 8.08.580 (Construction or demolition waste) of Article
VII (Exclusions) of Chapter 8.08 (Solid Waste and Recyclable Material) of Title 8 (Health and Safety)
of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
A. Minimum Construction or Demolition Waste Diversion Requirements. Every covered
project shall divert at least sixty-five (65) percent, measured by weight, of all construction or demolition
waste generated by the covered project.
Section 9. All inconsistencies between the Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical
Code, Plumbing Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code as
adopted by this ordinance and Parts 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 9 and 11 of the California Code of Regulations are
changes, modifications, amendments, additions or deletions thereto authorized by California Health and
Safety Code Sections 17958 and 18941.5.
Section 10. Justification for Modification. The Council hereby finds that the changes and
modifications to the California Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code,
Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Existing Building Code that have been enacted
by this ordinance are reasonably necessary because of the City's local climate, characterized by hot, dry
summers, often resulting in drought conditions, followed by strong Santa Ana winds, often resulting in
hazardous fire conditions, and heavy winter rains, often resulting in expansive soil conditions; the City's
geological characteristics in that the area is characterized by geological instability; location in Southern
California; and the relatively hilly topography of the City.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the State Building Code in Title 26 of the
Los Angeles County Code are reasonably necessary because of the local climatic, geological, and.
topographical conditions indicated above.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the California Building Code in Title 26,
Title 27, Title 28, Title 29, Title 30, Title 31 and the addition of Title 33 of the Los Angeles County
Codes are administrative in nature and are necessary to allow the uniform application of the codes by
procedures suited to the size and nature of the City's staff and administrative agencies by means suited to
the City's experience with local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions and to provide
sufficient staff support for the time-consuming inspections and analysis required by the City's fire and
geological hazards. These factors require specific and greater protection than what is afforded by the
County Building Code.
Accordingly, the City Council finds the modifications in this Ordinance to the City's Title 15
Buildings and Construction to be necessary for the protection of the of the public health, safety, and
welfare.
Section 11. To the extent the provisions of this ordinance are substantially the same as
previous provisions of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, these provisions shall be construed as
continuations of those provisions and not as new enactments.
Section 12. The provisions of the Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential and
Green Building Standards Codes in effect prior to the effective date of this Ordinance shall continue to
govern construction for projects for which plans were submitted for plan check prior to the effective date
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of this Ordinance, and for which the initial permit is issued not -later than thirty (30) days after said
effective date.
Section 13. This Ordinance has been determined to be exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) because it is not a project
that has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment,
Section 14. This ordinance shall be effective upon adoption and shall become operative as of
January 01, 2017.
Section 15. , Notice. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this ordinance and post a
certified copy of this ordinance, including the vote for and against the same, in the office of the City
Clerk, in accordance with Government Code Section 36993 and shall file a certified copy of this
Ordinance with the California Building Standards Commission.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1 day of February 2017.
BEA DIERINGER, MAYOR
ATTEST:
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK -
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
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I certify that the foregoing. Ordinance No. 350 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS AMENDING TITLE 15
(BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS
ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 26 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING CODE); TITLE 27 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE); TITLE 28 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE); TITLE 29 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE); TITLE 30 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 (INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE); ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 15.24
(EXISTING BUILDING CODE) IN ORDER TO INCORPORATE BY REFERENCE
THE 2017 EDITION OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE TITLE 33
(INCORPORATING THE 2016 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE);
AMENDING SECTION 8.08.580 (CONSTRUCTION OR DEMOLITION WASTE) OF
CHAPTER 8.08 (SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTION)
OF TITLE 8 (HEALTH AND SAFETY) OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW.
was approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on February , 2017 by
the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following:
Administrative Offices.
Ordinance No. 350
HEIDI LUCE
CITY CLERK
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CHANGES TO THE BUILDING CODE 2017, LA COUNTY
BUILDING & RESIDENTIAL CODES:
• Require new single-family dwellings, duplexes and townhouses with attached garages
to be wired and ready for future electric vehicle charger installations.
• Increase the amount of material that is to be recycled from construction projects from
50 percent to 65 percent. The increase to 65 percent is consistent with revisions in the
California Green Building Standards Code.
• A prescriptive design for the construction of wood decks has been added to the code.
• An automatic sprinkler system is now required to be installed in a building when the
roof is used for an assembly occupancy. In addition, for A 2 occupancies, such as
restaurants and bars, the requirement is triggered when the occupant load exceeds 100,
and for other assembly areas when the occupant load exceeds 300.
• The requirement for installation of carbon monoxide detectors has been expanded to
include educational occupancies including schools and day care facilities.
• Allow plastic composites to be used in various locations, including exterior deck
boards, stair treads, handrails and guard rails, provided .these materials meet applicable
test standards.
• A number of changes to both the Building and Residential Codes to make structural
and foundation requirements be based on more detailed expected conditions.
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES
2016 CALIFORNIA CODES
SPECIALTY CODES
ELECTRICAL CODE:
• Threshold for requiring panic hardware for electrical rooms lowered to'800 Amps
(from 1200 Amps).
• AFCI Protection expanded to more areas within dwelling units.
• New Article: Low Voltage Suspended Ceiling Power Distribution Systems.
• Conventional marking for Controlled Receptacles.
• Requirement for Rapid Shutdown of PV Systems. •
MECHANICAL CODE:
• Allow electric shutoff of air conditioning systems in lieu of secondary drains.
• Change outdoor ventilation provisions to require mechanical ventilation (even for
residential) when the window opening distance to any part of the room exceeds twice
the height of the room (typically 16' instead of the current 25'). This will substantially
affect condominiums and apartments.
• Substantially change the exhaust requirements for grease hood systems in
restaurants.
PLUMBING CODE:
• Substantially reduce allowable plumbing fixture flows.
• Require that ALL hot water piping to be insulated. (Current energy code has no such
requirement.)
• Clean -outs are now required for all urinals, regardless of their location. (Currently,
clean -outs are not required for urinals located above the first floor.)
• New "horizontal" wet venting and circuit venting provisions.
ENERGY CODE:
• More stringent efficiency requirements for equipment.
• Increase wall and attic insulation requirements.
• Require all lighting in residential units to be high efficacy (fluorescent), or LED.
• Require insulation for air-conditioning ducts, even in conditioned spaces.
• New requirements for elevators and escalators and moving walkways.
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2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building Standards Code
and 2016 CALGreen Summary
The 2016 State of Califomia Green Building Standards Code (2016 CALGreen)
. becomes effective January 1, 2017. This Code continues to regulate the construction of
residential and non-residential buildings for the purpose of improving public health,
safety and general welfare. This is accomplished by enhancing the design and
construction of buildings to reduce their negative impact on the environment and
encouraging sustainable construction practices in the following categories:
1. Planning and Design
2. Energy Efficiency
3. Water Efficiency
4. Material Conservation
5. Environmental Quality
The 2016 CALGreen is divided into two main parts: mandatory requirements and
voluntary measures. The mandatory requirements as adopted by the State represent
the minimum code requirements to be enforced as building standards. The voluntary
measures were created to both provide a guide for designers to construct in a more
sustainable manner, and to provide measures for local jurisdictions to adopt as
mandatory at their discretion. The voluntary measures are guidelines to construct
"CALGreen Tier 1" or "CALGreen Tier 2" buildings.
On January 1, 2017 the County of Los Angeles will be adopting amendments which will
enact more stringent requirements than those required by the State. Included is a
comparison of the 2016 CALGreen requirements and the 2017 County of Los Angeles
amendments.
SCOPE
BUILDING TYPES COVERED
2016 CALGreen
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
All newly constructed residential buildings,
and additions and alterations to residential
buildings that increase the building's
conditioned area, volume, or size, shall
comply with Chapter 4.
All newly constructed residential buildings 6 stories or
less, and all additions and alterations to residential
buildings, shall comply with Chapter 4.
All newly constructed residential buildings 7 stories or
greater shall comply with Chapters 5 and A5, where
applicable.
All newly constructed non-residential
buildings and additions/alterations to non-
residential buildings (>$200,000 or >1000
SF) shall comply with Chapter 5.
All newly constructed non-residential buildings and
additions/alterations to non-residential buildings
(>$200,000/ >1000 SF) shall comply with Chapter 5.
No amendments proposed.
Chapters A4 and A5 remain voluntary.
Newly constructed non-residential buildings that are
25,000 square feet or more shall comply with the
CALGreen Tier 1 requirements in Chapter A5.*
Newly constructed residential buildings 7 stories or more
and greater than 25,000 square feet shall comply with
CALGreen Tier 1 requirements in Chapter A5.*
LA County is not adopting more restrictive building •
energy efficiency standards than the 2016 Califomia
Energy -Code Standards.
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ler requirements are outlined below.
RESIDENTIAL MANDATORY MEASURES
. PLANNING
AND DESIGN
2016 CALGreen
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
Storm water drainage and retention during
construction shall be managed to prevent
flooding and erosion.
LA County will continue to enforce its BMP requirements
regarding storm water drainage, retention and
management.
Post development grading and paving
shall manage surface waters.
Require compliance with Title 12 of the County Code of
Regulations Low Impact Development (LID) and the
County's updated MS4 permit.
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure
shall be provided for new residential
construction.
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure shall be provided
for new residential construction.
No amendments proposed.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
2016 CALGreen
Compliance with the newly adopted 2016
Energy Efficiency Standards. •
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
Compliance with the newly adopted 2016 Energy
Efficiency Standards.
No amendments proposed.
WATER EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION
2016 CALGreen
Water conserving plumbing fixtures and
fittings shall be installed.
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
Landscape area greater than 500 square
feet shall comply with the State Model
Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance
(MWELO).
Water conserving plumbing fixtures and fittings shall be
installed.
No amendments proposed.
Landscape area greater than 500 square feet shall
comply with the State Model Water Efficient Landscape
Ordinance (MWELO).
No amendments proposed.
MATERIAL CONSERVATION
2016 CALGreen
Divert 65 percent of construction and
demolition debris from landfills.
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
Divert 65 percent of construction and demolition debris
from landfills.
No amendments proposed.
2016 CALGreen
No significant changes to existing
requirements.
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
No amendments proposed.
NON-RESIDENTIAL MANDATORY MEASURES
PLANNING
AND DESIGN
2016 CALGreen
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
Storm water drainage and retention during
construction shall be managed to prevent
flooding and erosion.
LA County will continue to enforce its BMP requirements
regarding storm water drainage, retention and
management.
Post development grading and paving
shall manage surface waters.
Require compliance with Title 12 of the County Code of
Regulations Low Impact Development (LID) and the
County's updated MS4 permit.
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure
shall be provided for new construction.
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure shall be provided
for new construction.
No amendments proposed.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
2016 CALGreen
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
Compliance with the newly adopted 2016
Energy Efficiency Standards.
Compliance with the newly adopted 2016 Energy
Efficiency Standards.
No amendments proposed.
WATER EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION
2016 CALGreen
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
Water conserving plumbing fixtures and
fittings shall be installed.
Water conserving plumbing fixtures and fittings shall be
installed.
No amendments proposed.
Landscape area greater than 500 square
feet shall comply with the State Model
Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance
(MWELO).
Landscapes above the State threshold shall comply with
MWELO.
No amendments proposed.
2016 CALGreen
MATERIAL CONSERVATION
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
Divert 65 percent of construction and
demolition debris from landfills.
Divert 65 percent of construction and demolition debris
from landfills.
No amendments proposed
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
2016 CALGreen
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
No significant changes to existing
requirements.
No amendments proposed.
TIER 1 REQUIREMENTS
BUILDING TYPES COVERED
2016 CALGreen
2017 County of Los Angeles Green Building
Standards Code
Division A5.1
Division A5.1
Remains voluntary.
10 percent of the parking to be designated as fuel
efficient.
Comply with one additional measure from Division A5.1.
Division A5.2
Division A5.2 •
. Remains voluntary.
Remains voluntary.
Division A5.3
Division A5.3
Remains voluntary.
Indoor potable water usage to be reduced by 12 percent.
Comply with one additional measure from Division A5.3.
Division A5.4
Division A5.4
Remains voluntary.
Materials shall have a 10 percent recycled content based
on the value of all installed materials. .
•
Comply with one additional measure from Division A5.4.
Division A5.5
Division A5.5
Remains voluntary.
90 percent of resilient flooring to be low-VOC.
All thermal insulation shall be low-VOC
Comply with one additional measure from Division A5.5.
Division A5.6
•Division A5.6
Remains voluntary.
Comply with one additional measure from any Division.
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Title 15 BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION
Chapters:
Chapter 15.04 - BUILDING CODE*
Chapter 15.08 - PLUMBING CODE*
Chapter 15.12 - MECHANICAL CODE*
Chapter 15.16 - ELECTRICAL CODE*
Chapter 15.18 - RESIDENTIAL CODE
Chapter 15.20 - FIRE CODE*
Chapter 15.22 - GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Chapter 15.32 - UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICTS
Chapter 15.36 - HOURS OF CONSTRUCTION
Chapter 15.40 - GEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS AND REPORTS REQUIRED
Chapter 15.44 - SECOND UNITS ON SINGLE-FAMILY LOTS
Chapter 15.04 BUILDING CODE*
Sections:
15.04.010 Adoption of Building Code.
15.04.020 Short title.
15.04.030 Section 105 amended.
15.04.040 Definitions.
15.04.050 Amendment —Fees.
15.04.070 Section 502.1 amended.
15.04.080 Section 202 amended.
15.04.090 Section 9906 amended.
15.04.100 Reserved.
15.04.110 Reserved.
15.04.120 Amending Appendix J Grading. Section J103 Permit Exemptions.
15.04.130 Amending Section J106.1 Maximum cut slopes.
15.04.140 Section J106.3 added.
15.04.150 Section J106.4 added.
15.04.160 Amending Section J107.6 Maximum Fill Slopes.
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15.04.170 Section J107.10 added.
15.04.180 Section J 103.6 amended.
15.04.185 Compliance with floodplain management regulations.
15.04.190 Violations and penalties.
15.04.010 Adoption of Building Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 26, Building Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2014, adopting the California Building Code, 2013 Edition (Part 2 of
Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) and as further amended and in effect September 30, 2015,
adopting Chapter 68 of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Building Code to provide for expedited,
streamlined process for small residential rooftop energy systems is incorporated herein by reference as if
fully set forth below and shall be known and may be cited as the Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Building Code, 2013 Edition, Title 26
of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Building Code contained in the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Building Code, 2013 Edition,
as amended have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at
all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
(Ord. 311 § 1, 2008: Ord. 290-U § 1(part), 2002: Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 1, 1-10-2011; Ord. No. 337-U, § 1, 2-10-2014; Ord. No. 344, § 4A, 10-12-
2015)
15.04.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and will be referred to
herein as "this code."
(Ord. 290-U § 1(part), 2002: Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
15.04.030 Section 105 amended.
Section 105 of the Building Code is amended to add a new subsection 105.7 to read:
105.7 Review Hearing. The City Council of the City of Rolling Hills may conduct a public hearing to
review any decision or order of the Board of Appeals upon an affirmative vote of three members of
the City Council within thirty (30) calendar days of the decision or order. The City Council may, upon
conclusion of the public hearing, sustain or reverse in whole or in part any action or order of the
Board of Appeals. Notice of the City Council public hearing shall be given by the City Clerk not less
than ten (10) days prior to the hearing by first class mail to all property owners within 1,000 feet of
the exterior boundaries of the subject property and all owners of record of the subject property at the
time of mailing said notice.
(Ord. 290-U § 1 (part), 2002: Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
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15.04.040 Definitions.
Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Building Code or the
County of Los Angeles Building Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have
the meaning ascribed to it in this section, as follows:.
"Board of Appeals" means the Board of Appeals established by Section 105 of said Los Angeles
County Building Code.
"Building department" means the entities charged by resolution of the City Council with the
responsibility of administering the building code for the City.
"Building official" means the persons charged by resolution of the City Council with the responsibility
of administering the building code for the City.
"City" means the City of Rolling Hills, except in Section 103 of said Building Code.
"City Engineer" means the persons charged by resolution of the City Council with the responsibility of
performing the functions of city engineer for the City.
"County," "County of Los Angeles" or "unincorporated territory of the County of Los Angeles" means
the City of Rolling Hills.
"Electrical Code" means Chapter 15.16 of this code.
"Fire Code" means Chapter 15.20 of this code.
"Fire zone" means the fire zone adopted by an ordinance creating and establishing fire zones or
where no such fire zones have been adopted by the City of Rolling Hills, shall mean very high fire hazard
severity zone (VHFHSZ).
"General fund" means the City Treasury of the City of Rolling Hills.
"Green Building Standards Code" means Chapter 15.22 of this code.
"Health Code" or "Los Angeles County Health Code" means Chapter 8.04 of this code.
"Health Officer" means the Health Officer of the City of Rolling Hills.
"Mechanical Code" means Chapter 15.12 of this code.
"Plumbing Code" means Chapter 15.08 of this code.
"Residential Code" means Chapter 15.18 of this code.
(Ord. 311 § 2, 2008; Ord. 307 § 1, 2007; Ord. 290-U § 2, 2002; Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 2, 1-10-2011)
15.04.050 Amendment —Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.04.010, the Building Code is amended by increasing
the amount of each and every fee set forth in the Building Code, to a sum set by resolution of the City
Council, including a park and recreation fee.
(Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
15.04.070 Section 502.1 amended.
Section 502.1 of the Building Code is amended by amending the definition of basement to read:
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BASEMENT is any floor level below the first story of the primary residence, except that a floor level
in a building having only one floor level shall be classified as a basement unless such floor level
qualifies as a first story as defined in Section 15.04.080. Except for walls within light wells, basement
walls across any elevation may not exceed a height of five (5) feet above finished grade at any point
immediately adjacent to the basement exterior, and shall have no greater than an average of two
and one-half (2%) feet exterior height. Basement well(s) shall be incorporated into the overall design
of the building so that it does not give an appearance of a separate story.
(Ord. 311 § 4, 2008: Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
15.04.080 Section 202 amended.
Section 202 regarding the definition of a story of the Building Code is amended to read:
STORY is that portion of a building included between the upper surface of any floor and the ceiling
or roof above it. There shall be no story on top of another, except as permitted in Section 17.16.080
of the Zoning Ordinance.
(Ord. 311 § 5, 2008: Ord. 295 § 7 (Exh. B (part)), 2004; Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 327, § 4, 6-11-2012)
15.04.090 Section 9906 amended.
Section 9906 of the Building Code is amended to read:
Section 9906: Building Rehabilitation Appeals Board. In order to hear appeals provided for in
Chapter 98 and in this Chapter, there shall be and is hereby created a Building Rehabilitation
Appeals Board. In the City of Rolling Hills the City Council shall serve as the Building Rehabilitation
Appeals Board.
(Ord. 311 § 6, 2008: Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
15.04.100 Reserved.
Editor's note— Section 2 of Ord. No. 337-U, adopted Feb. 10, 2014, repealed § 15.04.100
which pertained to the amendment to Section 1505.1, and derived from Ord. No. 311, § 7,
adopted in 2008, and Ord. No. 277-U, § 1, adopted in 1999.
15.04.110 Reserved.
Editor's note— Section 3 of Ord. No. 337-U, adopted Feb. 10, 2014, repealed § 15.04.110
which pertained to the amendment to Section 3403.1, and derived from Ord. No. 311, § 8,
adopted in 2008, and Ord. No. 277-U, § 1, adopted in 1999.
15.04.120 Amending Appendix J Grading, Section J103 Permit Exemptions.
Section J103.2 Excavation Exemption 8 is amended to read as follows:
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8. An excavation that does not exceed 50 cubic yards and complies with one of the following
conditions and as shown in Figure J103.2:
(a) Is Tess than 2 feet (0.6 m) in depth.
(b) Does not create a cut slope greater than 3 feet (0.9 m) measured vertically upward
from the cut surface to the surface of the natural grade and is not steeper than 2 units
horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope).
(c) A drainage plan identifying the existing drainage and any revised drainage for the
proposed grading shall be approved by the City for any grading work performed under
this grading permit exemption prior to start of grading.
Section J103.2 Fill, Exemption 9 is amended to read as follows:
9. - A fill not intended to support a structure that does not obstruct a drainage course and complies
with one of the following conditions and as shown in Figure J103.2:
(a) Is less than 1 foot (0.3 m) in depth and is placed on natural terrain with a slope flatter than
5 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (20 percent slope).
(b) Is less than 3 feet (0.9 m) in depth at its.deepest point measured vertically upward from
natural grade to the surface of the fill, does not exceed 50 cubic yards, and creates a fill
slope no steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope).
(c) Is less than 5 feet (1.5 m) in depth at its deepest point measured vertically upward from
natural grade to the surface of the fill, does not exceed 20 cubic yards, and creates a fill
slope no steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope).
(d) A drainage plan identifying the existing drainage and any revised drainage. for the
proposed grading shall be approved by the City for any grading work performed under this
grading permit exemption prior to start of grading.
(Ord. 311 § 9, 2008: Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 337-U, § 4, 2-10-2014)
Section 4 of Ord. No. 337-U, adopted Feb. 10, 2014, changed the title of § 15.04.120 from "Appendix J
Grading Section J103 Permit Exemptions" to "Amending Appendix J Grading, Section J103 Permit
Exemptions."
15.04.130 Amending Section J106.1 Maximum cut slopes.
The slope of cut surfaces shall be no steeper than is safe for the intended use, and shall be no
steeper than two units horizontal to one unit vertical (50 percent slope) unless the owner or authorized
agent receives a variance for a steeper slope from the Planning Commission of the City of Rolling Hills,
pursuant to the provisions of Title 17 of the Municipal Code and the applicant furnishes a geotechnical or
an engineering geology report, or both justifying a steeper slope. The reports must contain a statement by
the Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist that the site was investigated and an opinion that a
steeper slope will be stable and will not create a hazard to public or private property, in conformance with
the requirements of Section 111. The Building Official may require the slope of the cut surfaces to be
flatter in slope than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical if the Building Official finds it necessary for the
stability and safety of the slope.
Exceptions:
1. A cut surface may be at a slope of 1.5 units horizontal to one unit vertical (67 percent) provided
that all the following are met:
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1.1 It is not intended to support structures or surcharges.
1.2 It is approved by the Planning Commission of the City of Rolling Hills.
1.3 It is adequately protected against erosion.
1.4 It is no more than 8 feet (2438 mm) in height.
1.5 It is approved by the Building Official.
1.6 Ground water is not encountered.
(Ord. 311 § 10, 2008: Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 337-U, § 5, 2-10-2014)
Editor's note— Section 5 of Ord. No. 337-U, adopted Feb. 10, 2014, changed the title of §
15.04.130 from "Section J106.1 amended" to "Amending Section J106.1 Maximum cut slopes."
15.04.140 Section J106.3 added.
Section J106 is amended to add subsection J106.3 to read:
Section J106.3 DRIVEWAYS. Driveways which provide access from any lot or parcel of land to any
of the private roads in the City of Rolling Hills which are maintained by the Rolling Hills Community
Association shall be so constructed that the first twenty feet of said driveway, measured from the
edge of the paved portion of said private road, shall not be steeper in grade than seven (7%)
percent. All new and relocated driveways require approval of the City of Rolling Hills Traffic
Commission prior to construction.
(Ord. 311 § 11, 2008: Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
15.04.150 Section J106.4 added.
Section J106 is amended to add subsection J106.4 to read:
J106.4 BALANCED CUT AND FILL RATIO
Adherence to balanced cut and fill ratio is an important policy of the City and furthers the goals and
objectives of its General Plan, except that export of soil generated from construction of basements
and other excavation activities, promotes the preservation of natural terrain of the property. A project,
which does not include excavation, may deviate from balanced cut and fill only under unusual
circumstances related to the size, shape, topography or other physical conditions of the property that
qualify it for a variance pursuant to Municipal Code Section 17.38.050.
1. No import of soil shall be permitted to any lot in the City, except where a variance pursuant to
Chapter 17.38 has been approved.
2. No export of soil shall be permitted from any lot in the City, except where the soil is generated
from an excavation activity, as defined in Municipal Code Section 17.12.050 or where a variance
pursuant to Chapter 17.38 has been approved. Export of soil must comply with City refuse diversion
requirements.
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3. No grading plan for which a permit is required shall be approved unless the amount of soil to be
cut from the site equals the amount of soil to be filled on the site, except where the soil is generated
from an excavation activity or where a variance pursuant to Chapter 17.38 has been approved.
4. The City Manager or his or her designee may grant an exception to the requirements of parts 1
and 2 of this paragraph to allow for the import or export of soil not to exceed 500 cubic yards if he or
she finds, based upon written reports and other information submitted, that all of the following
conditions are present:
(a) The project does not require discretionary review (a cut that is three feet or less, or a fill that is
three feet or less or where the activity covers 2,000 square feet or less of surface area).
(b) That the need to import or export the soil could not have been foreseen prior to commencement
of construction, and
(c) A professionally prepared drainage plan for permanent repair shall be required if the erosion is
re -occurring and if/when the amount of dirt requested, when added to the amount of dirt used in
previous years, exceeds a total of 500 cubic yards.
5. The City Manager or his or her designee may grant an exception to the requirements of parts 1
and 2 of this paragraph to allow for the import or export of soil not to exceed 500 cubic yards for
remedial repair of an area of the lot adjacent to structures, fences, corrals and riding rings that has
eroded, and of hillside or trail if he or she finds, based upon written reports and other information
submitted, that all of the following conditions are present:
(a) The project does not require discretionary review (a cut that is three feet or less, or a fill that is
three feet or less or where the activity covers 2,000 square feet or less of surface area).
(b) The import or export of soil is no greater than necessary to avoid a threat of land subsidence or
other imminent danger.
(c) A professionally prepared drainage plan for permanent repair shall be required if the erosion is
re -occurring and if/when the amount of dirt requested, when added to the amount of dirt used in
previous years, exceeds a total of 500 cubic yards.
(Ord. 311 § 12, 2008: Ord. 299 § 3, 2006; Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 337-U, § 6, 2-10-2014)
15.04.160 Amending Section J107.6 Maximum Fill Slopes.
The slope of fill surfaces shall be no steeper than is safe for the intended use. Fill slopes steeper
than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope) shall not be permitted unless the owner
receives a variance for a steeper fill slope from the Planning Commission of the City of Rolling Hills,
pursuant to the provisions of Title 17 of the Municipal Code of the City. Such slopes shall be justified by
soils engineering reports, conforming with the requirements of Section 111, containing a statement by the
soils engineer that the site has been investigated and an opinion that a steeper fill slope will be stable and
will not create a hazard to public or private property. Substantiating calculations and supporting data may
be required where the Building Official determines that such information is necessary to verify the stability
and safety of the proposed slope. The Building Official may require the fill slope to be constructed with a
face flatter in slope than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope) if the Building Official finds
it necessary for stability and safety of the slope.
(Ord. 311 § 13, 2008: Ord..277-U § 1(part), 1999).
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(Ord. No. 337-U, § 7, 2-10-2014)
Editor's note— Section 7 of Ord. No. 337-U, adopted Feb. 10, 2014, changed the title of §
15.04.160 from "Section J107.6 added" to "Amending Section J107.6 Maximum Fill Slopes."
15.04.170 Section J107.10 added.
Section J107 is amended by adding subsection J107.10 to read:
J107.10 BALANCED CUT AND FILL RATIO
Adherence to balanced cut and fill ratio is an important policy of the City and furthers the goals and
objectives of its General. Plan, except that export of soil generated from construction of basements
and other excavation activities, promotes the preservation of natural terrain of the property. A project,
which does not include excavation, may deviate from balanced cut and fill only under unusual
circumstances related to the size, shape, topography or other physical conditions of the property that
qualify it for a variance pursuant to Municipal Code Section 17.38.050.
1. No import of soil shall be permitted to any lot in the City, except where a variance pursuant to
Chapter 17.38 has been approved.
2. No export of soil shall be permitted from any lot in the City, except where the soil is generated
from an excavation activity, as defined in Municipal Code Section 17.12.050 or where a variance
pursuant to Chapter 17.38 has been approved. Export of soil must comply with City refuse diversion
requirements.
3. No grading plan for which a permit is required shall be approved unless the amount of soil to be
cut from the site equals the amount of soil to be filled on the site, except where the soil is generated
from an excavation activity or where a variance pursuant to Chapter 17.38 has been approved.
4. The City Manager or his or her designee may grant an exception to the requirements of parts 1
and 2 of this paragraph to allow for the import or export (other than from excavation activities), of soil
not to exceed 500 cubic yards if he or she finds, based upon written reports and other information
submitted, that all of the following conditions are present:
(a) Construction of a structure on the lot or parcel has commenced,
(b) That the need to import or export the soil could not have been foreseen prior to commencement
of construction, and
(c) That either the structure, as approved, cannot be completed without the requested import or
export of soil or that an emergency condition exists due to the threat of land subsidence or other
imminent danger.
5. The City Manager or his or her designee may grant an exception to the requirements of parts 1
and 2 of this paragraph to allow for the import or export of soil not to exceed 500 cubic yards for
remedial repair of an area of the lot adjacent to structures, fences, corrals and riding rings that has
eroded, and hillside or trail if he or she finds, based upon written reports and other information
submitted, that all of the following conditions are present:
(a) The project does not require discretionary review (a cut that is three feet or less, or a fill that is
three feet or less or where the activity covers 2,000 square feet or less of surface area).
(b) The import or export of soil is no greater than necessary to avoid a threat of land subsidence or
other imminent danger.
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(c) A professionally prepared drainageplan for permanent repair shall be required if the erosion is
re -occurring and if/when the amount of dirt requested, when added to the amount of dirt used in
previous years, exceeds a total of 500 cubic yards.
(Ord. 311 § 14, 2008: Ord. 299 § 5, 2006; Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 337-U, § 8, 2-10-2014)
15.04.180 Section J103.6 amended.
Section J103.6 is amended to read:
J103.6 Compliance with Zoning Code. The building official shall not issue a grading permit for work
on a site unless the proposed land use for the site shown on the grading plan application complies
with the provisions of Title 17, entitled "Zoning" of the City of Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
(Ord. 311 § 15, 2008: Ord. 290-U § 3, 2002).
15.04.185 Compliance with floodplain management regulations.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.04.010 of this chapter, the Building Code is amended
by requiring that all new construction and substantial improvements proposed to be built in a flood -prone
area, as determined in accordance with Section 8.36.050 of this code, is subject to the floodplain
management regulations set forth in Chapter 8.36 of this code.
(Ord. 300 § 3, 2006).
15.04.190 Violations and penalties.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove,
convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any grading in
the City of Rolling Hills, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the
provisions of the Building Code.
B. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this code or any permit
issued thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed
guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of
any of the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any
such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by
imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and
imprisonment
(Ord. 277-U § 1(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 337-U, § 9, 2-10-2014)
Chapter 15.08 PLUMBING CODE*
Sections:
15.08.010 Adoption of Plumbing Code.
15.08.020 Short title.
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15.08.030 Definitions.
15.08.050 Amendments —Fees.
15.08.060 Violations and penalty.
15.08.010 Adoption of Plumbing Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 28, Plumbing Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2014, adopting the California Plumbing Code, 2013 Edition (Part 5
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully set
forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Plumbing Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Plumbing Code, 2013 Edition, Title
28 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Plumbing Code contained in the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Plumbing Code, 2013 Edition,
has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all times
maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
(Ord. 311 § 16, 2008: Ord. 290-U § 4, 2002: Ord. 277-U § 2(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 3, 1-10-2011; Ord. No. 337-U, § 10, 2-10-2014)
15.08.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Plumbing Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and may be cited as
such.
(Ord. 277-U § 2(part), 1999).
15.08.030 Definitions.
Whenever any of the following names of terms are used in the California Plumbing Code and the Los
Angeles County Plumbing Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the
meaning ascribed to it in this section, as follows:
"Administrative Authority," "Chief Plumbing Inspector," or "Plumbing Inspector" means the persons
charged by resolution of the City Council with the responsibility of administering the plumbing code for the
City.
"Board of Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters" or "Board of Examiners" means the Board of
Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters of the County of Los Angeles established by Section 105.3 of the
Los Angeles County Plumbing Code.
"City" means the City of Rolling Hills.
"County," "County of Los Angeles" or "unincorporated territory of the County of Los Angeles" means
the City of Rolling Hills.
"Gas fitting contractor," "journeyman gas fitter," "journeyman plumber" or "plumbing contractor"
means a person holding a valid certificate of registration issued by the County as set forth in Section 105
of the Los Angeles County Plumbing Code.
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(Ord. 307 § 2, 2007; Ord. 277-U § 2(part), 1999).
15.08.050 Amendments —Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.08.010, the Plumbing Code is amended by increasing
the amount of each and every fee set forth in the Plumbing Code to a sum set by resolution of the City
Council.
(Ord. 277-U § 2(part), 1999).
15.08.060 Violations and penalty.
Any person, firm orcorporation violating any of the provisions of this code or any permit issued
thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed guilty of a
separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of the
provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any such violation
such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by imprisonment in
the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
(Ord. 277-U § 2(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 337-U, § 11, 2-10-2014)
Chapter 15.12 MECHANICAL CODE*
Sections:
15.12.010 Adoption of Mechanical Code.
15.12.020 Short title.
15.12.030 Definitions.
15.12.040 Section 120 amended.
15.12.050 Amendments —Fees.
15.12.060 Penalty for violation.
15.12.010 Adoption of Mechanical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 29, Mechanical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2014, adopting the California Mechanical Code, 2013 Edition (Part 4
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated. by reference as if fully set forth
below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Mechanical Code, 2013 Edition, Title
29 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Mechanical Code contained in the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Mechanical Code, 2013
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
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(Ord. 311 § 18, 2008: Ord. 290-U §.5, 2002: Ord. 277-U § 3(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 4, 1-10-2011; Ord. No. 337-U, § 12, 2-10-2014)
15.12.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Mechanical Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and may be cited
as such.
(Ord. 277-U § 3(part), 1999).
15.12.030 Definitions.
Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the California Mechanical Code or the
County of Los Angeles Mechanical Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to
have the meaning ascribed to it in this section, as follows:
"Board of Appeals" means the Board of Examiners of Plumbers provided for in Section 105.3 of the
Los Angeles County Plumbing Code.
"Building department" means the entities charged by resolution of the City Council with the
responsibility of administering the building code for the City.
"Building Code," "Uniform Building Code" or "County of Los Angeles Building Code" means Chapter
15.04 of this code.
"Building official" means the persons charged by resolution of the City Council with the responsibility
of administering the building code for the City.
"City" means the City of Rolling Hills.
"Electrical Code" means Chapter 15.16 of this code.
"Fire Code" or "Los Angeles County Fire Code" means Chapter 15.20 of this code.
"General fund" means the City treasury.
"Health Code" or "Los Angeles County Health Code" means Chapter 8.04 of this code.
"Mechanical Code" means the Mechanical Code of the City.
"Plumbing Code" means Chapter 15.08 of this code.
(Ord. 307 § 3; 2007; Ord. 290-U § 6, 2002; Ord. 277-U §. 3(part), 1999).
15.12.040 Section 120 amended.
Section 120. Solid fuel fire pits are.prohibited.
(Ord. 311 § 19, 2008: Ord. 277-U § 3(part), 1999).
15.12.050 Amendments —Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions ofSection 15.12.010, the Mechanical Code is amended by increasing
the amount of each and every fee set forth in the Mechanical Code to a sum set by resolution of the City
Council.
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(Ord. 277-U § 3(part), 1999).
15.12.060 Penalty for violation.
A. It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect, install, alter, repair, relocate, add to,
replace, use or maintain heating, ventilating, comfort cooling, or refrigeration equipment in the
jurisdiction, or cause the same to bedone, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of the
Mechanical Code. Maintenance of equipment which was unlawful at the time it was installed, and
which would be unlawful under the Mechanical Code, shall constitute a continuing violation of the
Mechanical Code.
B. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this code or any permit
issued thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed
guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of
any of the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any
such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by
imprisonment in the County Jail fora period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
(Ord. 277-U § 3(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 337-U, § 13, 2-10-2014)
Chapter 15.16 ELECTRICAL CODE*
Sections:
15.16.010 Adoption of Electrical Code.
15.16.020 Short title.
15.16.030 Definitions.
15.16.040 Electrical Code fees.
15.16.050 Violations and penalties.
15.16.010 Adoption of Electrical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 27, Electrical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as
amended and in effect on January 1, 2014, adopting the California Electrical Code, 2013 Edition (Part 3
of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated herein by reference as if fully set
forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Electrical Code, 2013 Edition, Title
27 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Electrical Code contained in the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Electrical Code, 2013 Edition,
have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all times
maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public
(Ord. 311 § 20, 2008: Ord. 298-U § 1(part), 2005).
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(Ord. No. 322-U, § 5, 1-10-2011; Ord. No. 337-U, § 14, 2-10-2014)
15.16.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Electrical Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and may be cited as
such.
(Ord. 298-U § 1(part), 2005).
15.16.030 Definitions.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.16.010 of this chapter, whenever any of the following
names or terms are used in the Electrical Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed
to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
"Chief Electrical Inspector" means the persons charged by resolution of the City Council with the
responsibility of administering the Electrical Code for the City.
"County," "County of Los Angeles" or "unincorporated area of the County of Los Angeles" means the
City of Rolling Hills.
"Maintenance Electrician" means a person holding a valid Certificate of Registration as Maintenance
Electrician issued by the County of Los Angeles as set forth in Section 82-4(b) of Title 27 of the Los
Angeles County Electrical Code.
"Special Inspector" means a person holding a valid Certificate of Registration as Special Inspector
issued by the County of Los Angeles as set forth in Section 82-14(a) of the Los Angeles County Electrical
Code, or a person otherwise determined to be qualified by the Chief Electrical Inspector.
(Ord. 307 § 4, 2007; Ord. 298-U § 1(part), 2005).
15.16.040 Electrical Code fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.16.010 of this chapter, fees for plan check, inspection
and all other miscellaneous services shall be based on the fee schedule set forth by Los Angeles County
. Code, Title 27, Fees, or as approved by resolution of the City Council.
(Ord. 298-U § 1(part), 2005).
15.16.050 Violations and penalties.
A. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this code or any permit issued
thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed guilty
of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of
the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any such
violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by
imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
B. In addition to the penalty set forth in subsection A of this section, any person who shall commence
any electrical work for which a permit is required without first having obtained a permit therefor shall,
if subsequently permitted to obtain a permit, pay double the permit costs fixed by Section 82-8 of the
Electrical Code for such work. This provision (double fee) shall not apply to emergency work when it
shall be proved to the satisfaction of the Chief Electrical Inspector that such work was urgently
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necessary and that it was not practical to obtain a permit therefor before the commencement of work.
In all such cases, a permit must be obtained as soon as it is practical to do so, and if there be an
unreasonable delay in obtaining such a permit, a double permit fee as provided in this chapter shall
be charged.
(Ord. 298-U § 1(part), 2005).
(Ord. No. 337-U, § 15, 2-10-2014)
Chapter 15.18 RESIDENTIAL CODE
Sections:
15.18.010 Adoption of Residential Code.
15.18.020 Shorttitle.
15.18.030 Definitions.
15.18.040 Amendment —Fees. ,
15.18.060 Reserved.
15.18.100 Violations and penalty.
15.18.010 Adoption of Residential Code.
Except as herein provided, Title 30, Residential Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, adopting
Sections 102 through 119 of Chapter 1, Section 1207 of Chapter 12, Chapter 34, 67, 69, 98, 99 and
Appendix J of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and Chapters 2 through 10, Chapter 44, and
Appendix H of that certain code known as and designated as the 2013 California Residential Code as
published by the California Building Standards Commission, is hereby incorporated herein by reference
as if fully set forth below, and shall be known the Residential Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Residential Code, 2013 Edition, Title
30 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Residential Code contained in the Rolling
Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Residential Code, 2013
Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and shall be at all
times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 6, 1-10-2011; Ord. No. 337-U, § 16, 2-10-2014)
15.18.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Residential Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and will be referred
to herein as "this code."
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 6, 1-10-2011)
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15.18.030 Definitions.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.18.010, names or terms that are used in this code shall
be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in Section 15.04.040 of Title 15 of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 6, 1-10-2011)
15.18.040 Amendment —Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.18.010, the fees set forth for this code shall be the
same as the fess prescribed for the Building Code in Section 15.04.050 of Title 15 of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code.
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 6, 1-10-2011)
15.18.060 Reserved.
Editor's note— Section 17 of Ord. No. 337-U, adopted Feb. 10, 2014, repealed § 15.18.060
which pertained to amendment —roof covering, and derived from Ord. No. 322-U, § 6, adopted
Jan. 10, 2011.
15.18.100 Violations and penalty.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove,
convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any grading in
the City of Rolling Hills, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the
provisions of this code.
B. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this code or any permit
issued thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed
guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of
any of the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any
such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by
imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 6, 1-10-2011; Ord. No. 337-U, § 18, 2-10-2014)
Chapter 15.20 FIRE CODE*
Sections:
15.20.010 Adoption of Fire Code.
15.20.020 Short title.
15.20.025 Very high fire hazard severity zone (VHFHSZ).
15.20.030 Permits.
15.20.035 Reserved.
15.20.050 Violations.
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15.20.060 Responsibility.
15.20.010 Adoption of Fire Code.
Except as hereinafter provided in this chapter, Title 32 Fire Code of the Los Angeles County Codes,
as amended and,in effect on April 24, 2014, which constitutes an amended version of the California Fire
Code, 2013 Edition (Part 9 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) and an amended version of
the International Fire Code, 2012 Edition is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be
cited as the Fire Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Fire Code, 2013 Edition, Title 32 of
the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Fire Code contained in the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 32 of the Los Angeles County Code, along with a copy of the California Fire Code,
2013 Edition, and the International Fire Code, 2012 Edition, has been deposited in the office of the City
Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.
(Ord. 311 § 21, 2008: Ord. 290-U § 8(part), 2002: Ord. 277-U § 5(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 7, 1-10-2011;,Ord. No. 338, § 2, 6-9-2014)
15.20.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Fire Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and may be cited as such.
(Ord. 277-U § 5(part), 1999).
15.20.025 Very high fire hazard severity zone (VHFHSZ).
The entire City of Rolling Hills is designated as a very high fire hazard severity zone, as prescribed
by the Director of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection and as designated on a map titled
City of Rolling Hills VHFHSZ dated July 1, 2008 and which shall be retained on file in the City Clerk's
office at the Rolling Hills City Hall.
(Ord. 311 § 22, 2008).
15.20.030 Permits.
Any permit heretofore issued by the County of Los Angeles pursuant to the Fire Code of said
County, for work within the territorial boundaries of the City of Rolling Hills, shall remain in full force and
effect according to its terms.
(Ord. 277-U § 5(part), 1999).
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15.20.035 Reserved.
Editor's note— Ord. No. 338, §§ 1, 3, adopted June 9, 2014, repealed former § 15.20.035 which
pertained to amendment —draft system identification sign, and derived from Ord. No. 277-U, §
5, adopted 1999; Ord. No. 290-U, § 8, adopted 2002; Ord. No. 311, § 21, adopted 2008; Ord. No.
322-U, § 7, adopted Jan. 10, 2011.
15.20.050 Violations.
Every person violating any provision of the Fire Code or of any permit or license granted hereunder,
or any rule, regulation or policy promulgated pursuant hereto, is guilty of a misdemeanor unless such
violation is declared to be an infraction by Section 5101.1 of the Fire Code. Each such violation is a
separate offense for each and every day during any portion of which such violation is committed,
continued or permitted, and conviction of any such violation shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed
one thousand dollars or by imprisonment in the County Jail for a period not to exceed six months, or by
both such fine and imprisonment.
(Ord. 311 § 24, 2008: Ord. 277-U § 5(part), 1999).
(Ord. No. 338, § 4, 6-9-2014)
15.20.060 Responsibility.
Any person who personally or through another wilfully, negligently, or in violation of law sets a fire,
allows a fire to be set, or allows a fire kindled or attended by such person to escape from his or her
control, allows any hazardous material to be handled, stored or transported in a manner not in
accordance with nationally recognized standards, allows any hazardous material to escape from his or
her control, neglects to properly comply with any written notice of the Chief, or wilfully or negligently
allows the continuation of a violation of the Fire Code and amendments thereto is liable for the expense of
fighting the fire or for the expenses incurred during a hazardous materials incident, and such expense
shall be a charge against that person. Such charge shall constitute a debt of such person and is
collectible by the public agency incurring such expense in the same manner as in the case of an
obligation under a contract, expressed or implied.
(Ord. 277-U § 5(part), 1999).
Chapter 15.22 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Sections:
15.22.010 Adoption of Green Building. Standards Code.
15.22.020 Short title.
15.22.030 Definitions.
15.22.035 Water budget.
15.22.038 Low impact development.
15.22.040 Amendment —Fees.
15.22.060 Violations and penalty. •
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15.22.010 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 31, Green Building Standards Code, of the Los Angeles County
Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2014, adopting the California Green Building Standards
Code, 2013 Edition (Part 11 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby incorporated
herein by reference as if fully set forth below, and shall be known and may be cited as the Green Building
Standards Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Green Building Standards Code,
2013 Edition, Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Green Building
Standards Code contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control.
A copy of Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Green Building Standards
Code, 2013 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and
shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 8, 1-10-2011; Ord. No. 337-U, § 19, 2-10-2014)
15.22.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Green Building Standards Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and
will be referred to herein as "this code."
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 8, 1-10-2011)
15.22.030 Definitions.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.22.010, names or terms that are used in this code shall
be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in the Green Building Standards Code, of
the Los Angeles County Code and in Section 15.04.040 of Title 15 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 8, 1-10-2011; Ord. No. 337-U, § 20, 2-10-2014)
15.22.035 Water budget.
A water budget shall be developed for landscape irrigation use installed in conjunction with new
construction and new or redeveloped landscaping that conforms to Water Efficient Landscape ordinance,
Chapter 13.18 of Title 13 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
(Ord. No. 337-U, § 21, 2-10-2014)
15.22.038 Low impact development.
New development, additions or alteration to existing developed sites shall comply with the Storm
Water Management and Pollution Control Ordinance, Chapter 8.32 of Title 8 of the Rolling Hills Municipal
Code.
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(Ord. No. 337-U, § 22, 2-10-2014)
15.22.040 Amendment —Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.22.010, the fees set forth for this code shall be the
same as the fees prescribed by a resolution of the City Council for the Building, Electrical, Plumbing,
Mechanical, Residential_ and Fire Codes of Title 15 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 8, 1-10-2011)
15.22.060 Violations and penalty.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove,
convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any grading in
the City of Rolling Hills, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or•in violation of any of the
provisions of this code.
B. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this code or any permit
issued thereunder shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed
guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of
any of the provisions of this code is committed; continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any
such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand dollars or by
imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
(Ord. No. 322-U, § 8, 1-10-2011; Ord. No. 337-U, § 23, 2-10-2014)
Chapter 15.32 UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICTS
Sections:
15.32.010 Definitions.
15.32.020 Public hearing —Authorized when —Notice.
15.32.030 Public hearing —Consultation.
15.32.040 Council resolution -Procedure.
15.32.050 Maintaining overhead structures prohibited when.
15.32.060 Emergency overhead structures.
15.32.070 Council resolution —Exceptions authorized.
15.32.080 Notice to property owners and utility companies.
15.32.090 Responsibility of utility companies.
15.32.100 Responsibility of property owners —Notice.
15.32.110 Notice —Service.
15.32.120 Notice —Form.
15.32.130 Work by City Engineer —Assessment of costs.'
15.32.140 Assessment —Hearing —Notice.
15.32.150 Assessment —Hearing —Decision.
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15.32.160 Assessment —Lien.
15.32.170 Responsibility of City.
15.32.180 Extension of time.
15.32.190 Violation —Penalty.
15.32.010 Definitions.
Whenever in this chapter the words or phrases defined in this section are used, they shall have the
respective meanin6s assigned to them in the following definitions:
A. "Commission" means the Public Utilities Commission of the State of California.
B. "Person" means and includes individuals, firms, corporations, partnerships, and their agents
and employees.
C. "Poles, overhead wires and associated overhead structures" means poles, towers, supports,
wires, conductors, guys, stubs, platforms, crossarms, braces, transformers, insulators, cutouts,
switches, communication circuits, appliances, attachments and appurtenances located above-
ground within a district and used or useful in supplying electric, communication or similar or
associated service.
D. "Underground utility district" or "district" means that area in the City within which poles,
overhead wires, and associated overhead structures are prohibited as such area is described in
a resolution adopted pursuant to the provisions of Section 15.32.040.
E. "Utility" includes all persons or entities supplying electric, communication • or similar or
associated service by means of electrical materials or devices.
(Ord. 80 § 1, 1968).
15.32.020 Public hearing —Authorized when —Notice.
The Council may from time to time call public hearings to ascertain whether the public necessity,
health, safety or welfare requires the removal of poles, overhead wires and associated overhead
structures within designated areas of the City and the underground installation of wires and facilities for
supplying electric, communication or similar or associated service. The City Clerk shall notify all affected
property owners as shown on the last equalized assessment roll and utilities concerned by mail of the
time and place of such hearings at least ten days prior to the date thereof. Each such hearing shall be
open to the public and may be continued from time to time. At each such hearing all persons interested
shall be given an opportunity to be heard. The decision of the Council shall be final and conclusive.
(Ord. 80 § 2, 1968).
15.32.030 Public hearing —Consultation.
Prior to holding such public hearing, the City Engineer shall consult with all affected utilities and shall
prepare a report for submission at such hearing containing, among other information, the extent of such
utilities' participation and estimates of the total costs to the city and affected property owners. Such report
shall also contain an estimate of the time required to complete such underground installation and removal
of overhead facilities.
(Ord. 80 § 2A, 1968).
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15.32.040 Council resolution -Procedure.
If, after any such public hearing, the Council finds that the public necessity, health, safety or welfare
requires such removal and such underground installation within a designated area, the Council shall, by
resolution, declare such designated area an underground utility district and order such removal and
underground installation. Such resolution shall include a description of the area comprising such district
and shall fix the time within which such removal and underground installation shall be accomplished and
within which affected property owners must be ready to receive underground services. A reasonable time
shall be allowed for such removal and underground installation, having due regard for the availability of
labor, materials and equipment necessary for such removal and for the installation of such underground
facilities as may be occasioned thereby.
(Ord. 80 § 3, 1968).
15.32.050 Maintaining overhead structures prohibited when.
Whenever the Council creates an underground utility district and orders the removal of poles,
overhead wires and associated overhead structures therein as provided in Section 15.32.040, it is
unlawful for any person or utility to erect, construct, place, keep, maintain, continue, employ or operate
poles, overhead wires and associated overhead structures in the district after the date when said
overhead facilities are required to be removed by such resolution, except as said overhead facilities may
be required to furnish service to an owner or occupant of property prior to the performance by such owner
or occupant to continue to receive utility service as provided in Section 15.32.100, and for such
reasonable time required to remove said facilities after said work has been performed, and except as
otherwise provided in this chapter.
(Ord. 80 § 4, 1968).
15.32.060 Emergency overhead structures.
Notwithstanding the provisions of this chapter, overhead facilities may be installed and maintained
for a period not to exceed ten days without authority of the City Manager in order to provide emergency
service. The City Manager may grant special permission on such terms as the City Manager may deem
appropriate, in cases of unusual circumstances, without discrimination as to any person or utility, to erect,
construct, install, maintain, use or operate poles, overhead wires and associated overhead structures.
(Ord. 80 § 5, 1968).
15.32.070 Council resolution —Exceptions authorized.
In any resolution adopted pursuant to Section 15.32.040, the City may authorize. any or all of the
following exceptions:
A. Any municipal facilities or equipment installed under the supervision and to the satisfaction of
the City Engineer;
B. Poles or electroliers used exclusively for street lighting;
C. Overhead wires (exclusive of supporting structures) crossing any portion of a district within
which overhead wires have been prohibited, or connecting t� buildings on the perimeter of a
district, which such wires originate in an area from whichpoles, overhead wires and associated
overhead structures are not prohibited;
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D. Poles, overhead wires and associated overhead structures used for the transmission of electric
energy at nominal voltages in excess of 34,500 volts;
E. Overhead wires attached to the exterior surface of a. building by means of a bracket or other
fixture and extending from one location of the building to another location on the same building
or to an adjacent building without crossing any public street;
F. Antennae, associated equipment and supporting structures used by a utility for furnishing
communication services;
G. Equipment appurtenant to underground facilities, such as surface -mounted transformers,
pedestal -mounted terminal boxes and meter cabinets, and concealed ducts.
H. Temporary poles, overhead wires and associated overhead structures used or to be used in
conjunction with construction projects.
(Ord. 80 § 6, 1968).
15.32.080 Notice to property owners and utility companies.
A. Within ten days after the effective date of a resolution adopted pursuant to Section 15.32.040, the
City Clerk shall notify all affected utilities and all persons owning real property within the district
created by said resolution of the adoption thereof. The City Clerk shall further notify such affected
property owners of the. necessity that if they or any person occupying such property desire to
continue to receive electric, communication, or similar or associated service, they or such occupant
shall provide all necessary facility changes on their premises so as to receive such service from the
lines of the supplying utility or utilities at a new location.
B. Notification by the City Clerk shall be made by mailing a copy of the resolution adopted pursuant to
Section 15.32.040, together with a copy of this chapter, to affected property owners as such are
shown on the last equalized assessment roll and to the affected utilities.
(Ord. 80 § 7, 1968).
15.32.090 Responsibility of utility companies.
If underground construction is necessary to provide utility service within a district created by any
resolution adopted pursuant to Section 15.32.040, the supplying utility shall furnish that portion of the
conduits, conductors and associated equipment required to be furnished by it under its applicable rules,
regulations and tariffs on file with the Commission.
(Ord. 80 § 8, 1968).
15.32.100 Responsibility of property owners —Notice.
Every person owning, operating, leasing, occupying or renting a building or structure within a District
shall construct and provide that portion of the service connection on his property between the facilities
referred to in Section 15.32.090 and the termination facility on or within said building or structure being
served. If the above is not accomplished by any person within the time provided for in the resolution
enacted pursuant to Section 15.32.040, the City Engineer shall give, notice in writing to the person in
possession of such premises, and a notice in writing to the owner thereof as shown on the last equalized
assessment roll, to provide the required underground facilities within ten days after receipt of such notice.
(Ord. 80 § 9(a), 1968).
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15.32.110 Notice —Service.
The notice to provide the required underground facilities may be given either by personal service or
by mail. In case of service by mail on either of such persons, the notice must be deposited in the United
States mail in a sealed envelope with postage prepaid, addressed to the person in possession of such
premises at such premises, and the notice must be addressed to the owner thereof as such owner's
name appears, and must be addressed to such owner's last known address as the same appears on the
last equalized assessment roll, and when no address appears, to General Delivery, City of Rolling Hills,
California. If notice is given by mail, such notice shall be deemed to have been received by the person to
whom it has been sent within forty-eight hours after the mailing thereof. If notice is given by mail to either
the owner or occupant of such premises, the City Engineer shall, within forty-eight hours after the mailing
thereof, cause a copy thereof, printed on a card not less than eight inches by ten inches in size to be
posted in a conspicuous place on said premises.
(Ord. 80 § 9(b), 1968).
15.32.120 Notice —Form.
The notice given by the City Engineer to provide the required underground facilities shall particularly
specify what work is requiredto be done, and shall state that if said work is not completed within thirty
days after receipt of such notice, the City Engineer will provide such required underground facilities, in
which case the cost and expense thereof will be assessed against the property benefited and become a
lien upon such property.
(Ord. 80 § 9(c), 1968).
15.32.130 Work by City Engineer —Assessment of costs.
If upon the expiration of the thirty-dayperiod the required underground facilities have not been
provided, the City Engineer shall forthwith proceed to do the work; provided, however, if such premises
are unoccupied and no electric or communications services are being furnished thereto, the City Engineer
may authorize the disconnection and removal of any and all overhead service wires and associated
facilities supplying utility service to said property. Upon completion of the work by the City Engineer, he
shall file a written report with the City Council setting forth the fact that the required underground facilities
have been provided and the cost thereof, together with a legal description of the property against which
such cost is to be assessed. The Council shall thereupon fix a time and place for hearing protests against
the assessment of the cost of such work upon such premises, which said time shall not be less than ten
days thereafter.
(Ord. 80 § 9(d), 1968).
15.32.140 Assessment —Hearing —Notice.
The City Engineer shall forthwith, upon the time for hearing such protests having been fixed, give a
notice in writing to the person in possession of such premises, and a notice in writing thereof to the owner
thereof, in the manner provided in this chapter for the giving of the notice to provide the required
underground facilities, of the time and place that the Council will pass upon such report and will hear
protests against such assessment. Such notice . shall also set forth the amount of the proposed
assessment.
(Ord. 80 § 9(e), 1968).
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15.32.150 Assessment —Hearing —Decision.
Upon the date and hour set for the hearing of protests, the Council shall hear and consider the report
and all protests if there be any, and then proceed to affirm, modify or reject the assessment.
(Ord. 80 § 9(0, 1968).
15.32.160 Assessment —Lien.
If any assessment is not paid within the five days after its confirmation by the Council, the amount of
the assessment shall become a lien upon the property against which the assessment is made by the City
Engineer, and the City Engineer is directed to turn over to the Assessor and Tax Collector a notice of lien
of each of said properties on which the assessment has not been paid, and the Assessor and Tax
Collector shall add the amount of said assessment to the next regular bill for taxes levied against the
premises upon which said assessment was not paid. Said assessment shall be due and payable, and if
not paid when due and payable, shall bear interest at the rate of six percent per annum.
(Ord. 80 § 9(g), 1968).
15.32.170 Responsibility of City.
The City shall remove at its own expense all City -owned equipment from all poles required to be
removed under this chapter in ample time to enable the owner or user of such poles to remove the same
within the time specified in the resolution enacted pursuant to Section 15.32.040.
(Ord. 80 § 10, 1968).
15.32.180 Extension of time.
In the event that any act required by this chapter or by a resolution adopted pursuant to Section
15.32.040 cannot be performed within the time provided on account of shortage of materials, war,
restraint by public authorities, strikes, labor disturbances, civil disobedience, or any other circumstances
beyond the control of the contractor, then the time within which such act will be accomplished shall be
extended for a period equivalent to the time of such limitation.
(Ord. 80 § 11, 1968).
15.32.190 Violation —Penalty.
It is unlawful for any person to violate any provision or to fail to comply with any requirement of this
chapter. Any person violating any provision of this chapter or failing to comply with any of its requirements
shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punishable by a fine or not
more than one thousand dollars or by imprisonment in County Jail for a'period not exceeding six months,
or by both such fine and imprisonment. Each such person shall be duiltysof,a separate offense for each
and every day during any portion of which any violation of any provision of this chapter is committed,
continued or permitted by such person and shall be punishable accordingly: '
(Ord. 313 § 2, 2008: Ord. 80 § 12, 1968).
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Chapter 15.36 HOURS OF CONSTRUCTION
Sections:
15.36.010 Work of improvement defined.
15.36.020 Hours restricted.
15.36.030 Exceptions.
15.36.010 Work of improvement defined.
For the purpose of' this chapter, "work of improvement" includes but is not restricted to the
construction, alteration, addition, or the repair, in whole or in part, of any building, structure, bridge, ditch,
pipeline, tunnel, fence, or road; the cutting or removal of weeds, trees and grass; the seeding, sodding or
planting of any lot or tract of land for landscaping purposes; the filling, levelling, grading of any lot or tract
of land; or the crushing of rock or the hauling of any material to be used or removed in connection with
any of the foregoing; the demolition of buildings; or the removal of buildings.
(Ord. 118 § 2, 1973).
15.36.020 Hours restricted.
There shall be no work of improvement or the operation of mechanical equipment used in connection
with work of improvement within the territorial limits of the City except on Monday through Saturday of
each week, commencing at the hour of seven a.m. and ending at the hour of six p.m. on each day.
(Ord. 118 § 1, 1973).
15.36.030 Exceptions.
The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to residents of the City who are the record owners of
land in the City or who are the lessees of the record owners of land in the City.
(Ord..118 § 3, 1973).
Chapter 15.40 GEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS AND REPORTS REQUIRED •
Sections:
15.40.010 Requirements.
15.40.020 Authority —Procedure.
15.40.030 Corrective action required when.
15.40.040 Assessment of costs.
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15.40.010 Requirements.
The requirements provided for in this chapter are in addition to any and all other requirements
relating to expansive soils and geological inspections and reports required by the building code of the City
or any other ordinance of the City.
(Ord. 178 § 1, 1980).
15.40.020 Authority —Procedure.
A. No building (as defined in the Los Angeles County Building Laws) for which a building or grading
permit is required by the building code of the City, shall be issued by the City Engineer if he, and/or
the City Council, is of the opinion that a potentially serious geological condition may exist on the land
on which the proposed building is to be constructed, or the proposed grading is to be performed, until
a geological report prepared by a geologist registered by the State is delivered to the City Engineer
by the applicant for the building or grading permit. The report shall include, among other things, test
borings or excavations.
B. If said geological report, in the opinion of the City Engineer, indicates a potential serious geological
condition, the City Engineer shall have the authority to employ an independent geologist registered
by the State, to prepare and provide him with an independent geological report of the land on which •
the proposed building is to be constructed or the grading is proposed to be performed, and if
necessary, to require additional test borings or excavations to be made by an independent testing
service, the depth and accuracy of which shall be approved by said registered geologist.
C. The City Engineer shall also have authority to submit samples of any and all test borings or
excavations to an independent qualified geological laboratory for analysis and report.
D. The geological report prepared by the independent registered geologist shall recommend corrective
action which is designed to prevent the displacement or slippage of the land.
(Ord. 178 § 2, 1980). ,
15.40.030 Corrective action required when.
As a condition to the issuance of a permit by the City Engineer of the City, the corrective action or
procedures recommended in the geological report shall be incorporated in the proposed construction or
grading for which the permit has been applied.
(Ord. 178 § 3, 1980).
15.40.040 Assessment of costs.
All expenses incurred by the applicant in complying with the provisions of this chapter shall be paid
for by the applicant and shall be in addition to all other charges or fees levied, assessed or charged by
the City in connection with the issuance of a building or grading permit.
(Ord. 178 § 4, 1980).
Chapter 15.44 SECOND UNITS ON SINGLE-FAMILY LOTS
Sections:
15.44.010 Prohibition.
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15.44.020 Findings.
15.44.030 Limitation on housing opportunities.
15.44.010 Prohibition.
Second units on single-family lots are prohibited within the City for the reasons set forth in Section
15.44.020. For the purposes of this Chapter, "second unit" means a detached or attached dwelling unit
which provides complete, independent living facilities for one or more persons including permanent
provisions for living, sleeping, cooking, and sanitation, on the same parcel as is situated the primary
residential structure.
(Ord. 198 § 1(part), 1983).
15.44.020 Findings.
The following findings specify the adverse impacts on the public health, safety and welfare that
would result from allowing second units on single-family lots and which justify their preclusion within the
City:
A. Lack of Sewers. The City has no sanitary sewer system and sewage effluent is disposed of into
cesspools and leach lines which enter the earth strata and percolate into the soil. By authorizing
second units in the City, the amount of sewage effluent entering the ground, currently
60,133,750 gallons a year, could double. This increase would add to an already existing
problem of the effluent water entering the ground and decreasing the shearing strength of the
predominant clay soil along slippage surfaces. The strength of clay decreases as its absorbed
water content increases, resulting in movement and instability. The authorization of second
units would lower the margin of safety by contributing to a decrease in geologic stability. The
current method of sewering the City is predicated on one -acre and two -acre sized lots and
limited density, which places an acceptable level of risk on the amount of effluent entering the
earth strata in the City.
B. Geologic Setting. In the City numerous active landslides greatly diminish development potential
and call for caution in increasing densities. Reference is made to the Landslide Map following
page 86 of the Seismic/Safety Element of the Rolling Hills General Plan. The risk of landslide is
affected by development of the land, in that, as is noted in the Seismic/Safety Element, areas
shown as probable landslides are "unacceptable risks" and development upon slide masses
add to the total weight of the system, thereby increasing driving forces of the land. The addition
of second units in the City would compound the problem by increasing development and
exposure to levels of risks beyond acceptable standards as described on page 90 of the Rolling
Hills Seismic/Safety Element.
C. Rural Design and Community Roadway Character. The City has no public streets and all
roadways have controlled access. The roadways are rural and narrow (twenty to twenty-four
feet of paving), with no curbs, gutters or sidewalks. In many instances equestrian paths are
directly adjacent to the roadway paving. This design is predicated on a rural density of one to
two acres per unit. The current capacity and design of the entirely private roadways, riding rings
and trails cannot withstand increased densities. Roadways in the City are generally long and
narrow with lengthy cul-de-sacs (one way in and out) . This standard is acceptable only
because of the low rural density, and the authorization of two units on lots would demand a
change in the roadway design of the City. There is no funding available for such an endeavor
and to proceed with two units on lots without additional access would compromise traffic safety
as well as the fire protection needs of the City.
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D. Fire Flow Requirements. The introduction of second units would change the infrastructure
requirements on water pressure in the City beyond the current requirements of one thousand
two hundred fifty g.p.m. According to the Seismic/Safety Element of the General Plan, water
pressure to fight fires would change to one thousand seven hundred fifty g.p.m., and the
spacing requirement for fire hydrants would become three hundred thirty feet, rather than the
current five hundred feet. The fire -fighting capability of the City would be compromised if proper
pressure could not be met. The City has no funds available to revamp the system that was
planned and installed for single-family residential lots in a hillside area.
(Ord. 198 § 1(part), 1983).
15.44.030 Limitation on housing opportunities.
A. The City of Rolling Hills acknowledges that the preclusion of second units in Rolling Hills City may
limit housing opportunities of the region. This limitation is justified, however, by the unusual
circumstances described in Section 15.44.020.
B. Moreover, the City of Rolling Hills has participated in regional housing programs and has contributed
its funds for housing projects to the city of Lomita, a neighboring municipality. In adopting the
Housing Element of the General Plan in 1981, Rolling Hills accepted a share of the regional housing
allocation model and established the documented constraints on housing potential in the City. The
Housing Element established that Rolling Hills would work fully with all jurisdictions in insuring that
housing needs of the region are met. Given the relatively small number of single-family residences
located within the City, this preclusion will not significantly affect housing opportunities in the region.
(Ord. 198 § 1(part), 1983).
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CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
PROOF OF SERVICE BY MAIL AND POSTING
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
SS
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
I am a citizen of the United States. .I am over the age of eighteen years and not a party to the
within proceeding; my business address is 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, California.
On the 2' day of February, 2017, I serve the within
City Council - Notice of Public Hearing
(Ordinance 350-U and Ordinance 350 — Adopting by reference LA County Codes)
a copy of which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof, on the person, or persons, named
below by placing a true copy thereof enclosed in a sealed envelope with postage thereon fully
prepaid, in the United States mail at Rolling Hills, California addressed as follows:
PUBLISHED MAILED DELIVERED
PVP News on None None.
02/02/17
Also posted at City Hall and at www.Rolling-Hills.org/PendingOrdinances
I declare under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct.
Executed on the 2nd day of February, 2017 at Rolling Hills, California.
EWA NIKODEM
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
ailRe&:09 qteed
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX (310) 377-7288
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE
CITY COUNCIL
OF..THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills will hold a Public
Hearing at 7:00 PM on Monday, February 13, 2017 in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 2 Portuguese
Bend Road, Rolling Hills, CA for the purpose of receiving public input regarding the following:
ORDINANCE NO. 350-U: AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING
HILLS ADOPTING BY REFERENCE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BUILDING, ELECTRICAL,
PLUMBING, MECHANICAL, RESIDENTIAL, AND GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS
CODES AND AMENDING TITLE 15, BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION AND TITLE 8
HEALTH AND SAFETY OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE; AND
DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF.
AND
ORDINANCE NO. 350: A NON -URGENCY ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE SAME
PROVISIONS IN THE URGENCY ORDINANCE, ABOVE.
The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental
Quality Act.
State law requires that localities adopt the 2016 California Building Standards Code and modifications
thereto, if any. The Los Angeles County adopted those regulations with certain amendments and
modifications. Historically, the City of Rolling Hills adopts the Los Angeles County Codes by reference
with minor modifications specific to the City. The LA County Codes became effective on January 1,
2017. It is essential that the City have in effect codes that comport with state law and contain those
modifications necessitated by unique topographic, geologic and climatic conditions. In the absence of
immediate effectiveness, the provisions of the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential
and Green Building Codes unique to the City's special circumstances will not be in place and this will
have a detrimental effect on the public, health, safety and welfare.
Any person is welcome to review the proposed ordinance prior to the public hearing at the City Hall
Administration Building located at 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, CA during regular business
hours.
If you challenge the approval or denial of the proposed ordinance in court, you may be limited to
raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in
written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.
Published in Palos Verdes Peninsula News on February 2, 2017.
Palos Vales
Peninsula News
609 Deep Valley Dr., Suite 200, Rolling Hills Estates, CA., 90274
PROOF OF PUBLICATION
(201 5.5 C.C.P.)
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
County of Los Angeles,
I am a citizen of the United States and a resident
of the County aforesaid; I am over the age of eigh-
teen years, and not a party to or interested in the
above -entitled matter. I am the chief legal ,
advertising clerk of the publisher of the i
PALOS VERDES PENINSULA NEWS
RECEivED
B
a newspaper of general circulation, printed and
published weekly in the City of Rolling Hills
Estate County of Los Angeles, and which
newspaper has been adjudged a newspaper of
general circulation by the Superior Court of
County of Los Angeles, State of California, under
the date of February 15, 1977
Case Number C824957, that the notice of which
the annexed is a printed copy, has been
published in each regular and entire issue of
said newspaper and not in any supplement
thereof on the following dates, to wit:
February 02,
all in the year 2017
I certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury that
the foregoing is true and correct.
Rolling Hills Estates, California
Dated at
this 02nd of February, 2017
Signature
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F ■f ist ca6>llor the County Clerk's Filing Stamp
City of Rolling Hills
P.V.P. News No. 12765
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE
CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS •
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the City Council of the
City of Rolling Hills will hold a Public Hearing at 7:00 PM
on Monday, February 13, 2017 in the Council Chambers
of City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, CA
for the purpose of receiving public input regarding the
following: ,
ORDINANCE NO. 350—U: AN URGENCY
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY BUILDING, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING,
MECHANICAL, RESIDENTIAL, AND GREEN
BUILDING STANDARDS CODES ANDAMENDING
TITLE 15, BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION AND
TITLE 8 HEALTH AND SAFETY OF THE ROLLING
HILLS•MUNICIPAL CODE; AND DECLARING THE
URGENCY THEREOF..
AND
ORDINANCE NO. 350; A NON -URGENCY
ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE .SAME
PROVISIONS IN THE URGENCY ORDINANCE,
ABOVE.
The project has been determined to be categorically
exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality
Act.
State law requires that localities adopt the 2016 Califomia
Building Standards Code `and modifications thereto, if
any. The Los Angeles County adopted those regulations
with certain amendment%and modifications. Historically,
the City of Rolling Hills adopts the Los Angeles County
Codes by reference with minor modifications specific to
the -City. -The LA County Codes became effective on
January 1, 2017. It is essential that the City have in effect
codes that comport with state law and contain those
modifications necessitated by unique topographic, geo-
logic and climatic conditions. In the' absence of immedi-
ate effectiveness, the provisions of the Building,
Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential and Green
Building Codes unique to the City's special circumstanc-
es will not be in place and this will have a detrimental
effect on the public, health, safety and. welfare.
Any person is welcome t� review the proposed ordi-
nance prior to the public hearing at the City Hall
Administration Building located at 2 Portuguese Bend
Road, Rolling Hills, CA during regular business hours.
If you challenge the approval or denial of the proposed
ordinance in court, you may be limited to raising only
those issues you or someone else raised at the public
hearing described in this notice, or in written correspon-
dence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the
public hearing.
Published in the Palos Verdes Peninsula News on
February 2, 2017.
Palos Verdes
Peninsula News
609 Deep Valley Dr., Suite 200, Rolling Hills Estates, CA., 90274
PROOF OF PUBLICATION
(201 5.5 C.C.P.)
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
County of Los Angeles,
I am a citizen of the United States and a resident
of the County aforesaid; I am over the age of eigh-
teen years, and not a party to or interested in the
above -entitled matter. I am the chief legal
advertising clerk of the publisher of the
PALOS VERDES PENINSULA NEWS
a newspaper of general circulation, printed and
published weekly in the City of Rolling Hills
Estate County of Los Angeles, and which
newspaper has been adjudged a newspaper of
general circulation by the Superior Court of
County of Los Angeles, State of California, under
the date of February 15, 1977
Case Number C824957, that the notice of which
the annexed is a printed copy, has been
published in each regular and entire issue of
said newspaper and not in any supplement
thereof on the following dates, to wit:
January 12,
all in the year
2017
I certify (or 'declare) under penalty of perjury that
the foregoing is true and correct.
Rolling Hills Estates, California
Dated at
this 12th of January, 2017
Signature
This spaR Ethcot heM Wp
JAN 1 7 2017
City of Rolling Hills
News No. 12752
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE
CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HIILS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the City Council of the
City of Rolling Hills willhold a Public Hearing at 7:00 PM
on Monday, the Council Chambers
of City Hall, 2 Portuguese , 2
Bend017 nRoad, Rolling Hills, CA
for the purpose of receiving public input regarding the
following:
ORDINANCE NO. 350—U, AN URGENCY
ORDINANCE ING HILLS
ADOPTING BYOREFERTHE ENCE NCE TY OFLOSOLLANGELES
COUNTY BUILDING, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING,
MECHANICAL, RESIDENTIAL AND GREEN _
i BUILDING STANDARDS CODES AND I
AMENING TITLE 15, AND
CONSTRUCTION AND TITLE 81HEA LDINGHEALTH AND
SAFETY OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNCIPAL
CODE; AND DECLARING THE URGENCY
THEREOF. .
The project has been determined to be categorically
exempt pursuant to. the California Environmental.Quality
Act.
•
State law requires that localities adopt the 2016 California
Building Standards Code and modifications thereto if
any. The Los Angeles County adopted those regulations
with certain amendments and modifications. Historically,
the City of Rolling Hills adopts the Los Angeles County
Codes by reference with minor modifications specific to
the City. The LA County Codes became effective on
January 1, 2017. It is essential that the City have in effect
codes that comport with state law and contain those
modifications necessitated by unique topographic, geo-
logic and climatic conditions. In the absence of immedi-
ate effectiveness, the provisions of the Building,
Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential and Green
Building Codes unique to the City's special circumstanc-
es will not be in place and this will have a detrimental
effect on the public, health, safety and welfare.
Any person is welcome to review the proposed ordi-
nance prior to the. public hearing at the City Hall
Administration Building located at 2 Portuguese Bend
Road, Rolling Hills, CA during regular business hours.
If you challenge the approval or denial of the proposed
ordinance in court, you may be limited to raising only
those issues you or someone else raised at the public
hearing descnbed in this notice, or in written correspon-
dence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the
public hearing.
•Published in the Palos Verdes Peninsula News on
January 12, 2017.
Cag /,ellin 9.�cr�tt,
INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE
CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HIILS
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CALIF. 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX: (310) 377-7288
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the City Council of the City of Rolling Hills will hold a
Public Hearing at 7:00 PM on Monday, January 23, 2017 in the Council Chambers of City
Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, CA for the purpose of receiving public input
regarding the following:
ORDINANCE NO. 350-U. AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
ROLLING HILLS ADOPTING BY REFERENCE LOS ANGELES COUNTY
BUILDING, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, MECHANICAL, RESIDENTIAL AND
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODES AND AMENDING TITLE 15,
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION AND TITLE 8 HEALTH AND SAFETY OF
THE ROLLING HILLS MUNCIPAL CODE; AND DECLARING THE
URGENCY THEREOF.
The project has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act.
State law requires that localities adopt the 2016 California Building Standards Code and
modifications thereto if any. The Los Angeles County adopted those regulations with
certain amendments and modifications. Historically, the City of Rolling Hills adopts the
Los Angeles County Codes by reference with minor modifications specific to the City. The
LA County Codes became effective on January 1, 2017. It is essential that the City have in
effect codes that comport with state law and contain those modifications necessitated by
unique topographic, geologic and climatic conditions. In the absence of immediate
effectiveness, the provisions of the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential
and Green Building Codes unique to the City's special circumstances will not be in place
and this will have a detrimental effect on the public, health, safety and welfare.
Any person is welcome to review the proposed ordinance prior to the public hearing at the
City Hall Administration Building located at 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills, CA
during regular business hours.
If you challenge the approval or denial of the proposed ordinance in court, you may be
limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing
described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or
prior to, the public hearing.
Published in Palos Verdes Peninsula News on January 12, 2017.
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX (310) 377-7288
Agenda Item No: 5A
Mtg. Date: 01/10/11
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: YOLANTA SCHWARTZ, PLANNING DIRECTOR
THROUGH: ANTON DAHLERBRUCH, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 322-U. AN URGENCY
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ADOPTING BY REFERENCE
TITLE 26 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2010 EDITION; TITLE 27 OF THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE,
2010 EDITION; TITLE 28 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, 2010 EDITION; TITLE
29 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, 2010 EDITION; TITLE 30 OF THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2010 EDITION, TITLE 32 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY
CODE, INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2010 EDITION AND
THE CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, 2010 EDITION AND
AMENDING TITLE 15, BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE ROLLING
HILLS MUNCIPAL CODE; AND DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF.
DATE: JANUARY 10, 2011
ATTACHMENTS:
A. SUMMARY OF AMENDMENTS OF COUNTY CODES
B. EXCERPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING
STANDARDS CODE PERTAINING TO RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council waive full reading and adopt Urgency
Ordinance No. 322 - U, adopting by reference the 2010 Los Angeles County Building,
Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, and Fire Codes and the California Green
Building Standards Code.
BACKGROUND
Every three years the California Building Standards Commission (BSC) updates the
International Codes governing construction practices in the State of California. Affected
state agencies review these codes, amend them, and the BSC adopts them in Title 24 of
the California Code of Regulations. After the State Code is published, every City and
County throughout the state must adopt the Codes, with an opportunity to include
more stringent local amendments based on local geological, topographical and/or
climatic conditions.
Traditionally, the City of Rolling Hills has adopted the most recent Los Angeles County
Codes shortly after their adoption by the County. The County Board of Supervisors
adopted the new codes, with amendments, on November 30, 2010. These changes and
modification became effective January 1, 2011.
DISCUSSION
In order for the City of Rolling Hills to adopt the new Los Angeles County Codes with
County amendments and have them effective immediately, it is necessary to adopt
them by an urgency ordinance. If the City fails to adopt the County ordinances, the
Codes published by the State will automatically become law within the City. The City
traditionally adopts the amended Los Angeles County Codes with its own
amendments, (e.g. import or export of dirt, grading areas, roof covering, etc.).
When the City last adopted the 2007 County codes (in January 2008), there were
substantial new provisions as a result of the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone
designation for the City. This designation affected provisions in all of the other codes,
not just the Fire Code.
This year the California Building Standards Commission adopted two new codes. The
Residential Code, which the County of Los Angeles adopted as Title 30 of their codes,
with amendments, and which is known as the "Residential Code For One and Two
Family Dwellings". The intent of this code is to provide additional standards for
design, construction, installation, quality of materials, use, occupancy, location of
structures and maintenance of grading, structures and certain mechanical equipment.
The BSC in consultation with County and City Building officials throughout the state
developed this Code as a result of studies conducted on buildings after the Northridge
earthquake and the local fires. The enclosed urgency ordinance includes adoption of
this code.
The other code adopted by the State is the Green Building Standards Code. This Code
was adopted by the County, with modifications, and is known as Title 31 of the County
Codes. Although the County adopted this code with amendments, it is recommended
that the City adopt the State Green Building Standards Code instead. Portions of the
County Green Building Code are in conflict with the City's recently adopted Water
Efficient Landscape Ordinance, which was modeled on the State Green Building
Standards Code. Most of the local cities, including Peninsula Cities and Lomita adopted
the State Green Building Code, some by default and some included it in their Building
Code. If in the future there becomes a need to amend the State Green Building
Standards Code to be in line with the County code, staff will bring the revisions to City
Council for consideration. Attachment B to this report is an excerpt from the State
Green Building Standards Code pertaining to residential development.
The purpose of the Green Building Code is to provide for planning, design and
development methods that include environmentally responsible site selection, building
design, building siting and development, water conservation - indoor and outdoor,
energy conservation, wastewater conveyance, construction waste diversion,
employment of techniques to reduce pollution, reducing the quantity of air
contaminants that are odorous, irritating and/or harmful to the comfort and well-being
of building's installers, contractors, occupants and neighbors.
Staff proposes to incorporate three changes into the City's Building and Construction
Code, Title 15 from the County Codes to reflect the unique conditions of Rolling Hills
and to be consistent with the City's current Codes and practices, and to adopt the State
Green Building Standards Code.
1. Add the Residential Building Code, as amended by County, to the City's
Building and Construction Code. In the Residential Code clarify that Class A roof
is required for the entire structure if more than two hundred square feet of the
roof covering is replaced or repaired in any 12 month period, when the roof does
not meet the Class A type roofing.
2. In the Fire Code amend Section 507.5.10 to require a blue pavement marker
rather than permanent sign at the driveway or entry to the property to identify
properties that have a swimming pool/spa equipped with a draft hydrant.
Over a year ago Assistant Fire Chief, Nugent, suspended the departments
implementation of the requirement for pool identification signs at the front of the
property in the City, due to adequate fire flow and detailed maps identifying the
location of residential pools. Since this provision is now codified in the County Fire
code, it is necessary to either comply with this provision or amend it in the City Code to
reflect City's uniqueness. The Fire Code requires all other fire fighting water sources to
be identified by a blue raised reflective pavement marker. In discussing this issue with
the Fire Captain involved in the preparation of the 2010 Fire Code, staff was informed
that the Fire Department is leaning towards requiring blue markers (reflective dots) to
identify pools with draft hydrant systems, rather than the signs. Therefore, amending
this section would be consistent with Fire Department's policy.
3. Add a section adopting the State Green Building Standards Code to the
City's Building and Construction Code.
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Copies of the State and County Codes with the amendments are available in the
Planning Department and can be reviewed by all interested parties during regular
working hours.
FISCAL IMPACT
Building plan check and permit fees are paid to compensate the City for expenditures
associated with these activities. As the changes in the Codes are minor, the fees
collected will continue to match the expenditures, and there will be no net fiscal impact
to the City.
NOTIFICATION
A notice of this public hearing was published in the Peninsula News on December 30,
2010, in the City's Newsletter and was posted at City Hall. The City Council agenda is
also available on the City's website.
CONCLUSION
State law requires that localities adopt the California Building Standards Code and
modifications thereto if any, by January 01, 2011. It is essential that the City have in
effect on that date codes that comport with state law and contain those modifications
necessitated by unique topographic, geologic and climatic conditions. In the absence of
immediate effectiveness, the provisions of the Building, Electrical, Mechanical,
Plumbing, Residential, and Fire Codes unique to the City's special circumstances will
not be in place and this will have a detrimental effect on the public, health, safety and
welfare. The modifications to the Codes contain vital provisions regarding
administrative procedures, roofing material, sprinkler, water flow and fire hydrant
requirements, and other similar matters necessitated by the City's exposure to Santa
Ana winds and its limited rainfall in summer and fall months. For these reasons, the
public health, safety and welfare require that this ordinance take effect immediately,
and therefore this is an urgency ordinance.
Attached to this report is a list of the significant amendments adopted by the County
pertinent to Single Family Residences. Many of the changes are administrative in nature
or are clarifications of terms already in the codes. Also included is that portion of the
State Green Building Standards Code that pertains to residential development.
O
ORDINANCE NO. 322-U.
AN ORDINIANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ADOPTING
BY REFERENCE TITLE 26 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2010
EDITION; TITLE 27 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, 2010
EDITION; TITLE 28 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, 2010
EDITION; TITLE 29 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, 2010
EDITION; TITLE 30 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2010
EDITION, TITLE 32 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2010 EDITION
AND THE CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE,
2010 EDITION AND AMENDING TITLE 15, BUILDING AND
CONSTRUCTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNCIPAL CODE;
AND DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 15.04.010 of Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the City of
Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.04.010 Adoption of Building Code.
Except as hereiriafter provided, Title 26, Building Code, of the Los Angeles County
Code, as amended and in effect on January 01, 2011, adopting the California Building Code,
2010 Edition (Part 2 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, including Subsections
119.1.2 through 119.1.14 of Chapter 1 of Title 26; Chapters 2 through 35, including Chapter 7A;
Appendices C, I and J; is hereby adopted by reference, and shall be known and may be cited as
the Building Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Building Code, 2010
Edition, Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Building Code
contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control.
A copy of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Building Code,
2010 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Rolling Hills and
shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 2. Section 15.04.040 Definitions of Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of
the City of Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended by adding the following:
"Residential Code" means Chapter 15.18 of this code.
Ordinance No. 322-U -1-
"Green Building Stu. wards Code" means Chapter 15.22 of LI «s code.
Section 3. Section 15.08.010 of Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the City of
Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.08.010 Adoption of Plumbing Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 28, Plumbing Code of the Los Angeles County
Code, as amended and in effect on January 01, 2011, adopting the California Plumbing Code,
2010 Edition (Part 5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), including Subsections
119.1.2 through 119.1.14, of Chapter 1; Chapters 2 through 16A; and Appendices A, B, D, G, I
and K, is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Plumbing
Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Plumbing Code, 2010
Edition, Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Plumbing Code
contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control.
A copy of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Plumbing Code,
2007 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times
maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 4. Section 15.12.010 of Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the City of
Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.12.010 Adoption of Mechanical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 29, Mechanical Code of the Los Angeles County
Code, as amended and in effect on January 01, 2011, adopting the California Mechanical Code,
2010 Edition (Part 4 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations),. including Subsections
119.1.2 through 119.1.14 of Chapter 1; Chapters 2 through 17; and Appendices B, C and D, is
hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of
the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Mechanical Code, 2010
Edition, Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Mechanical Code
contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control.
A copy of Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Mechanical Code,
2007 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times
maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 5. Section 15.16.010 of Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the City of
Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.16.010 Adoption of Electrical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 27, Electrical Code, of the Los Angeles County
Code, as amended and in effect on January 01, 2011, adopting the California Electrical Code,
2010 Edition (Part 3 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), including Sections 89.102
Ordinance No. 322-U 2
through 89.114 of Article 8;, ',Aide 90, Chapters 1 through 9, an,. ,nnexes A, B, C, D, E, F, G
and H is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Electrical
Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Electrical Code, 2010
Edition, Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Electrical Code
contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control.
A copy of Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Electrical Code,
2007 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times
maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.
Section 6. A new Chapter 15.18 (Residential Code) is added to Title 15 (Buildings
and Construction) of the City of Rolling Hills Municipal to read as follows:
Chapter 15.18
RESIDENTIAL CODE
Sections:
15.18.010 Adoption of Residential Code
15.18.020 Short Title
15.18.030 Definitions
15.18.040 Amendment -Fees
15.18.060 Amendment- Roof Covering
15.18.100 Violations and penalty
15.18.010 Adoption of Residential Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 30, Residential Code of the Los Angeles County
Code, as amended and in effect on January 01, 2011, adopting the California Residential Code,
2010 Edition (Part 2.5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), incorporating Sections
102 through 119 of Chapterl, Section 1207 of Chapter 12, Chapters 34,67,69,98,99, and
Appendix J of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code. Chapters 2 through 10, Chapter 44,
and Appendix H, is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the
Residential Code of the City of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any .conflict between provisions of the California Residential Code, 2010
Edition, Title 26 and 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Residential
Code contained in the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed
document shall control.
A copy of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Residential Code,
2010 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times
maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.
15.18.020 Short title.
This chapter shall be known as the "Residential Code of the City of Rolling Hills" and
will be referred to herein as "this code."
Ordinance No. 322-U 3
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15.18.030. Definitions.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.18.010, names or terms that are used in
this code shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in Section 15.04.040
of Title 15 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
15.18.040 Amendment -Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.18.010, the fees set forth for this code shall
be the same as the fess prescribed for the Building Code in Section 15.04.050 of Title 15 of the
Rolling Hills Municipal Code.
15.18.060 Amendment -Roof covering
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.18.010, Section R327.5.2 of the Los
Angeles County Residential Code is amended by adding the following:
Not more than two hundred square feet of the roof covering of any building or
structure shall be replaced or repaired in any 12 month period, measured from the issuance of
a final inspection, unless the roof covering is made to conform to the requirements of this Code
for new building and structures.
15.18.100 Violations and penalty.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move,
improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure
or perform any grading in the City of Rolling Hills, or cause the same to be done, contrary to
or in violation of any of the provisions of this code.
B. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this
code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed guilty
of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of
any of the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction
of any such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand
dollars or by imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by
both such fine and imprisonment.
Section 7. Section 15.20.010 of Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the City of
Rolling Hills Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
15.20.010 Adoption of Fire Code.
Except as hereinafter provided in this Chapter, Title 32, Fire Code, of the Los Angeles
County Code, as amended and in effect on January 01, 2011, which constitutes an amended
version of the California Fire Code, 2010 Edition (Part 9 of Title 24 of the California Code of
Regulations), Chapters 1 through 49, and Appendix B, and C of the 2010 Edition of the
California Fire Code, and adopting and incorporating herein by reference into this Title 32 of
the Los Angeles County Code, the 2009 Edition of the International Fire Code, Chapters 1
through 7, Chapters 9 through 32, Chapters 34 through 45, Chapter 47 and Appendix J, is
hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Fire Code of the City
of Rolling Hills.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Fire Code, 2010 Edition,
International Fire Code 2009 Edition, Title 32 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any
Ordinance No. 322-U 4
amendment to the Fire Cc,�` contained in the Rolling Hills M-....:ipal Code, the provision
contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 32 of the Los Angeles County Code, along with a copy of the California
Fire Code, 2010 Edition, and the International Fire Code 2009 Edition has been deposited in the
office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and
examination by the public.
15.20.035 Amendment- Draft system identification sign
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.20.010, Section 507.5.10 of the Los Angeles
County Fire Code is amended to read:
New or existing swimming pools and spas constructed or located in a fire hazard
severity zone with capacity of 5,000 or more gallons equipped with draft hydrants shall be
identified by the installation of a blue raised reflective pavement marker or identified by other
approved means.
Section 8. A new Chapter 15.22 (Green Building Standards Code) is added to Title 15
(Building and Construction) of the City of Rolling Hills Municipal Code to read as follows:
CHAPTER 15.22
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Sections:
15.22.010 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code
15.22.020 Short Title
15.22.030 Definitions
15.22.040 Amendment - Fees
15.22.060 Violations and penalty
15.22.010 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, the California Green Building Code, 2010 Edition
(Part11 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), which incorporates and amends the
International Building Code, 2010 Edition, published by the International Code Council, is
hereby adopted by reference and incorporated herein as though fully set forth herein and shall
constitute the Green Building Standards Code of the City. A copy of such Code has been
deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be, at all times, maintained by the City Clerk
for use and examination by the public.
Separate Construction or Demolition ordinance contained in Chapter 8.08 of Title 8 and
Water Efficient Landscape ordinance contained in Chapter 13.18 of Title 13 of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code are considered still effective with the adoption of the California Green
Building Standards Code.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Green Building
Standards Code, 2010 Edition, Title 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 or 32 of the Los Angeles County Codes,
Title 15 of the City of Rolling Hills Municipal Code or any amendment to the Green Building
Code contained in this Chapter, the most restrictive requirements shall prevail.
Ordinance No. 322-U
15.22.020. Short title
This Chapter shall be known as the "Green Building Standards Code of the City of
Rolling Hills" and will be referred to herein as "this code."
15.22.030 Definitions
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.22.010, names or terms that are used in
this code shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in the California
Green Building Standards Code.
15.22.040 Amendment -Fees
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15.22.010, the fees set forth for this code shall
be the same as the fees prescribed by a resolution of the City Council for the Building,
Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential and Fire Codes of Title 15 of the Rolling Hills
Municipal Code.
15.22.060 Violations and penalty.
A. It is unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move,
improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure
or perform any grading in the City of Rolling Hills, or cause the same to be done, contrary to
or in violation of any of the provisions of this code.
B. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of this
code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed guilty
of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of
any of the provisions of this code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction
of any such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of, not more than one thousand
dollars or by imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six months, or by
both such fine and imprisonment.
Section 9. All inconsistencies between the Building Code, Electrical Code,
Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code and Fire
Code as adopted by this ordinance and Parts 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 9 and 11 of the California Code of
Regulations are changes, modifications, amendments, additions or deletions thereto
authorized by California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958 and 17958.7.
Section 10. The City Council hereby finds that the changes and modifications to the
California Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code, Residential Code
and Fire Code that have been enacted by this ordinance are reasonably necessary because of
the City's local climate, characterized by hot, dry summers, often resulting in drought
conditions, followed by strong Santa Ana winds, often resulting in hazardous fire conditions,
and heavy winter rains, often resulting in expansive soil conditions; the City's geological
characteristics in that the area is characterized by geological instability; location in Southern
California; and the relatively hilly topography of the City.
The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the State Building Code in Title
26 of the Los Angeles County Code are reasonably necessary because of the local climatic,
geological, and topographical conditions indicated above.
The City Council hereby further finds that the modifications to the State Building,
Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential and Fire Codes in Titles 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 and 32
of the Los Angeles County Code and Sections 15.04.010, 15.04.040, 15.08.010, 15.12.010,
15.16.010, 15.20.010, 15.20.035 of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code and the addition of new
Ordinance No. 322-U 6
Chapters, Chapter 15.18 anu Chapter 15.22 are administrative in 11dture and are necessary to
allow the uniform application of the codes by procedures suited to the size and nature of the
City's staff and administrative agencies by means suited to the City's experience with local
climatic, geological, and topographical conditions and to provide sufficient staff support for
the time-consuming inspections and analysis required by the City's fire and geological
hazards.
Accordingly, the City Council finds the modifications in this Ordinance to the State Fire
Code, Building Code, Electrical Code; Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code and Residential Code
and the adoption of the California Green Building Standards Code to be necessary for the
protection of the public health, safety, and welfare.
Section 11. To the extent the provisions of this ordinance are substantially the same as
previous provisions of the Rolling Hills Municipal Code, these provisions shall be construed as
continuations of those provisions and not as new enactments.
Section 12. The provisions of the Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical and Fire
Codes in effect prior to the effective date of this Ordinance shall continue to govern
construction for projects for which plans were submitted for plan check prior to the effective
date of this Ordinance, and for which the initial permit is issued not later than sixty (60) days
after said effective date. The provisions of the Green Building Standards Code shall govern
construction of projects for which plans were submitted for plan check prior to the effective
date of this Ordinance, and for which the initial permit is issued not later than sixty (60) days
after said effective date.
Section 13. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or
phrase of this ordinance or any part hereof is for any reason held to be invalid, such invalidity
shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance or any part thereof. The
City Council of the City of Rolling Hills hereby declares that it would have passed each
section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of
the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences,
clauses or phrases be declared invalid.
Section 14. State law requires that localities adopt the California Building Standards
Code and modifications thereto, by January 01, 2011. It is essential that the City have in effect
on that date codes that comport with state law and contain those modifications necessitated by
unique topographic, geologic and climatic conditions. In the absence of immediate
effectiveness, the provisions of the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential,
Green Building and Fire Codes unique to the City's special circumstances will not be in place
and this will have a detrimental effect on the public, health, safety and welfare. The
modifications to the Codes contain vital provisions regarding administrative procedures,
sprinkler, water flow and fire hydrant requirements, and other similar matters necessitated by
the City's exposure to Santa Ana winds and its limited rainfall in summer and fall months. For
these reasons, the public health, safety and welfare require that this ordinance take effect
immediately. This Ordinance is an urgency ordinance adopted pursuant to Government Code
Section 36967 and shall take effect immediately.
Section 15. This ordinance shall be effective upon adoption and shall become
operative as of January 01, 2011.
Ordinance No. 322-U 7
PASSED, APPROVL._ AND ADOPTED this 10th day of Ja...uay 2011.
GODFREY PERNELL, MAYOR
ATTEST:
HEIDI LUCE
DEPUTU CITY CLERK
Ordinance No. 322-U 8
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF ROLLING HILLS
) §§
).
I certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 322-U entitled:
AN ORDINIANCE OF THE CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE TITLE 26 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2010
EDITION; ' TITLE 27 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, 2010
EDITION; TITLE 28 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, 2010
EDITION; TITLE 29 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, 2010
EDITION; TITLE 30 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2010
EDITION, TITLE 32 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2010 EDITION
AND THE CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE,
2010 EDITION AND AMENDING TITLE 15, BUILDING AND
CONSTRUCTION OF THE ROLLING HILLS MUNCIPAL CODE; AND
DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF.
wasapproved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on January 10, 2011
by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
and in compliance with the laws of California was posted at the following:
Administrative Offices.
HEIDI LUCE
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
Ordinance No. 322-U 9
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INCORPORATED JANUARY 24, 1957
NO. 2 PORTUGUESE BEND ROAD
ROLLING HILLS, CA 90274
(310) 377-1521
FAX (310) 377-7288
ATTACHMENT A
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT AMENDMENTS, AS ADOPTED BY LOS ANGELES
COUNTY AND BY THE CITY BY REFERENCE:
BUILDING CODE AND RESIDENTIAL CODE:
• Carbon Monoxide (CO) detectors/alarms required outside bedroom (in addition
to smoke detectors) if residential unit contains fuel -burning appliances or
attached garage
• Disallow of wood shingles or wood shake roofs in all fire zones
• Security (burglar) bars must be accessible to emergency personnel. Construction
method was added
• Noise insulation performance standards were added to single family residential
dwellings and other uses previously not covered
• Structural design of walls, foundations, beams, footings and other construction
components was amended to require added strength
• Proper anchorage of masonry or stone veneer is required
• Propose anchorage of chimneys and fire places is required
• Concrete and clay tiles are required to be installed over solid structural sheathing
boards only
• Seismic requirements, including separations between certain buildings were
added
• Section was added to improve seismic safety of buildings constructed on or into
hillsides
• Special inspections were added for certain construction, i.e. for connection grade
beams
• Technical amendments were made for buildings constructed on hillsides
• Requirement was added that a California licensed architect or engineer prepare
plans, and for certain constructions a registered Civil Engineer must prepare
studies and plans
• Requirement for a preconstruction meeting was codified -previously conducted,
but not codified
• Additional sediment and erosion control measures and adequate control of
grading operations were added to address the diverse soil types in LA County
• Provisions added to provide drainage terraces on slopes and to provide more
stringent drainage, grading and terracing requirements as well as soil testing
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• Provisions were added or revised to provide for State requirements of storm
water pollution prevention, such as slope plantings, slope stability requirements
to control erosion.
PLUMBING CODE:
• Allow Graywater .for irrigation and developed a set of regulations
• Clarifies expiration of an application for permit (one year from submittal)
• Added section on sewer connection requirements
• Clarifies requirements for seepage pits and sewer capacity study requirements
MECHANICAL CODE:
• No changes were made to the Mechanical Code that affect single family
development
ELECTRICAL CODE
• Arc fault protection is required for all rooms in a residential building, except in
kitchens and bathrooms (before required in bedrooms only)
• Allow electrical panels to have additional 20% load to accommodate photovoltaic
installations, both residential and nonresidential buildings
FIRE CODE:
• Requirements were added for clearer and additional information on construction
plans
• Section was added for clearance of brush and vegetation under electrical
transmission lines and along roadways
• Section was added to prohibit combustible storage under stairways
• For single family dwellings having less than 3,600 sq.ft. located in the VHFHSZ:
if located on lots of one acre or more, the fire flow shall be 1000 gal/minute for 2 -
hours duration and the public hydrants to be spaced not more than 600 ft. apart;
if located on lots of less than one acre, the fire flow shall be 1250 gal/minute for
2 -hours duration and the public hydrants to be spaced not more than 600 ft.
apart
• For single family dwellings having more than 3,600 sq.ft., located in the VHFHSZ
the fire flow shall be 1750 gal/minute for 2 hours duration, with certain
exceptions (i.e. - if house is sprinklered); however, the fire flow may not be
less than 1000 gal/minute; the fire flow requirements increase with the size of the
home
• On site hydrants may be required, when a proposed structure exceeds the
allowable distances from a public hydrant
• For subdivisions, due to undetermined size of structures, the fire flow must be
5000 gal/minute for 5 hour duration and the hydrants be spaced 300 feet apart
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• Fire Dept. review is required for solar systems and photovoltaic systems, when
such systems cover more than 50% of the roof area
• Clear space of 3 -feet is required around above ground water control valves,
including private fire hydrants
• Above ground water control valves shall have a sign attached thereto identifying
systems controlled
• Fire Department may require fire safety measures in developments including
additional water supply, fire breaks, unobstructedaccess, restriction of activities
during high fire hazard and other conditions to maintain reasonable fire safety
• Speed bumps are prohibited on public roadways
• Driveways to be clear to the sky
• Draft hydrants to be installed for all new pools and spas having capacity of 5000
gallons of water, if fire flow requirements cannot be met, if the house is not
sprinklered and/or other conditions exist that would require draft hydrants
• Stricter requirements for construction of chimneys and incinerators were added
• No tree shall be located less than 10 feet to the outlet of a chimney
• Issuance of Compliance notice, Compliance corrections and authority to access
property were clarified and some provisions codified
• Land development and environmental fees were amended
• When a 1000 sq.ft. or larger structure is proposed, evidence and certification to
be provided that the structure can be served with adequate water supply
• Additional requirements for smoke and heat vents were added
• Fire Protection Plan and Fire Fuel Modification Plan required for all new
construction and subdivisions
• Fees for plan check and subdivision review were amended
• Cities designated as being located in the VHFHSZ are listed in the code
Many of the Fire Code provisions were already enforced through the Fire Department
Policy Manuals. With the new Code, they were codified into the Fire Code and in some
instances clarified. For example, the requirement for draft hydrants, under certain
conditions, was being enforced for several years.
GREEN BUILDING CODE
Attachment B is the State Green Building Standards Code for residential development,
defined as one to four stories.
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CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE - MATRIX ADOPTION TABLE
CHAPTER 3 - GREEN BUILDING
Adopting agency
BSC
SFM
HCD
DSA
OSHPD
CSA
DPH
AGR
DWR
CEC
CA
SL
SLC
1
2
1 -AC
AC
SS
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2
3
4
Adopt entire CA chapter
Adopt entire chapter as amended
(amended sections listed below)
Adopt only those sections that are
listed below
X
X
X
X
X
X
Chapter/Section
301
X
X
X
X
X
X
302
X
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X
X
X
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303
X
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304
305
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306
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CHAPTER 3
GREEN BUILDING
SECTION 301
GENERAL
301.1 Scope. Buildings shall be designed to include the green
building measures specified as mandatory in the application
checklists contained in this code. Voluntary green building
measures are also included in the application checklists and
may be included in the design and construction of structures
covered by this code, but are not required unless adopted by a
city. county, or city and county as specified in Section 101.7.
SECTION 302
MIXED OCCUPANCY BUILDINGS
302.1 Mixed occupancy buildings. In mixed occupancy
buildings, each portion of a building shall comply with the spe-
cific green building measures applicable to each specific occu-
pancy.
SECTION 303
PHASED PROJECTS
303.1 Phased projects. For shell buildings and others con-
structed for future tenant improvements, only those code mea-
sures relevant to the building components and systems
considered to be new construction (or newly constructed) shall
apply.
303.1.1 Tenant improvements. The provisions of this code
shall apply only to the initial tenant or occupant improve-
ments to a project.
SECTION 304
VOLUNTARY TIERS
304.1 Purpose. Voluntary tiers are intended to further encour-
age building practices that improve public health, safety and
general welfare by promoting the use of building concepts
which minimize the building's impact on the environment and
promote a more sustainable design.
304.1.1 Tiers. The provisions of Appendices A4 and A5
outline means of achieving enhanced construction levels by
incorporating additional measures. Buildings complying
with tiers specified for each occupancy contain additional
prerequisite and elective green building measures necessary
to meet the threshold of each tier.
[BSC] Where there are practical difficulties involved in
complying with the threshold levels of a tier, the enforcing
agency may grant modifications for individual cases. The
enforcing agency shall first find that a special individual
reason makes the strict letter of the tier impractical and that
modification is in conformance with the intent and purpose
of the measure. The details of any action granting modifica-
tion shall be recorded and entered in the files of the enforc-
ing agency.
SECTION 305
CALGREEN TIER 1 AND CALGREEN TIER 2
305.1 CALGreen Tier 1 and CALGreen Tier 2 buildings contain
voluntary green building measures necessary to meet the
threshold of each level.
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GREEN BUILDING
305.1.1 CALGreen Tier 1. To achieve CALGreen Tier 1,
buildings must comply with the latest edition of "Savings By
Design, Healthcare Modeling Procedures" found online at
http://www/energysoft.com/ep/2007SBDHProcedures.pdf.
305.1.2 CALGreen Tier 2. To achieve. CALGreen Tier 2,
buildings must exceed the latest edition of "Savings By
Design, Healthcare Modeling Procedures" by a minimum
of 15 percent.
SECTION 306
VOLUNTARY MEASURES
306.1 Purpose. Voluntary measures are intended to further
encourage building practices that improve public health, safety
and general welfare by promoting the use of building concepts
which minimize the building's impact on the environment, pro-
mote a more sustainable design and high-performance educa-
tional facilities.
306.1.1 The provisions of Appendix A5 outline means of
achieving enhanced construction levels by incorporating
additional measures.
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CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE - MATRIX ADOPTION TABLE
CHAPTER 4 - RESIDENTIAL MANDATORY MEASURES
Adopting agency
BSC
SRA
NCO
OSA I OSHPO
CSA
AGR
DWR
CEC
CA
SL
SLC
1
2
1 -AC
AC SS 1
2
3
4
Adopt entire CA chapter
X
=
Adopt entire chapter as amended
(amended sections listed below)
■
Adopt only those sections that are
listed below
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Chapter/Section
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CHAPTER 4
RESIDENTIAL MANDATORY MEASURES
Division 4.1— PLANNING AND DESIGN
SECTION 4.101
GENERAL
4.101.1 Purpose. The provisions of this division outline plan-
. ning, design and development methods that include environ-
mentally responsible site selection, building design, building
siting and development to protect, restore and enhance the
environmental quality of the site and respect the integrity of
adjacent properties.
SECTION 4.102
DEFINITIONS
4.102.1 Definitions. The following words and terms shall, for
the purposes of this chapter and as used elsewhere in this code,
have the meanings shown herein.
FRENCH DRAIN. A trench, hole or other depressed area
loosely filled with rock, gravel, fragments of brick or similar
pervious material used to collect or channel d• linage or runoff
water.
WATTLES. Wattles are used to reduce sediment in runoff.
Wattles are often constructed of natural plant materials such as
hay, straw or similar material shaped in the form of tubes and
placed on a downflow slope. Wattles are also used for perime-
ter and inlet controls.
SECTION 4.103
SITE SELECTION
(Reserved)
SECTION 4.104
SITE PRESERVATION
(Reserved)
SECTION 4.105
DECONSTRUCTION AND REUSE
OF EXISTING STRUCTURES
(Reserved)
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SECTION 4.106
SITE DEVELOPMENT
4.106.1 General. Preservation and use of available natural
resources shall be accomplished through evaluation and care-
ful planning to minimize negative effects on the site and adja-
cent areas. Preservation of slopes, management of storm water
drainage and erosion controls shall comply with this section.
4.106.2 Storm water drainage and retention during con-
struction. Projects which disturb less than one acre of soil and
are not part of a larger common plan of development which in
to:ai disturb: one acre or more, shall manage storm water
drainage during construction. In order to manage storm water
drainage during construction, one or more of the following
measures shall be implemented to prevent flooding of adjacent
property, prevent erosion and retain soil runoff on the site.
1. Retention basins of sufficient size shall be utilized to
retain storm water on the site.
2. Where storm water is conveyed to a public drainage sys-
tem, collection point, gutter or similar disposal method,
water shall he filtered by use of a barrier system, wattle or
other method approved by the enforcing agency.
3. Compliance with a lawfully enacted storm water man-
agement ordinance.
4.106.3 Surface drainage. The site shall be planned and devel-
oped to keep surface water from entering buildings. Construc-
tion plans shall indicate how the site grading or drainage
system will manage surface water flows: Examples of methods
to manage surface water include, but are not limited to, the fol-
lowing:
I. Swales
2. Water collection and disposal systems
3. French drains
4. Water retention gardens
5. Other water measures which keep surface water away
from buildings and aid in groundwater recharge
CHAPTER 4
RESIDENTIAL MANDATORY MEASURES
Division 4.2 — ENERGY EFFICIENCY
SECTION 4.201
GENERAL
4.201.1 Scope. The Department of Housing and Community
Development does not regulate mandatory energy efficiency
standards in residential buildings. For the purposes of manda-
tory energy efficiency standards in this code, the California
Energy Commission will continue to adopt mandatory build-
ing standards.
'Note: It is the intent of this code to encourage buildings to
achieve exemplary performance in the area of energy effi-
ciency. For the purposes of energy efficiency standards, the
California Energy Commission believes specifically, a
green building should achieve at least a 15 percent reduction
in energy usage when compared to the State's mandatory
energy efficiency standards. The Department of Housing
and Community Development's mandatory green building
standards for residential buildings do not require compli-
ance with levels of minimum energy efficiency beyond
those required by the California Energy Commission.
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Division 4.3— WATER EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION
SECTION 4.301
GENERAL
4.301.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall establish
the means of conserving water used indoors, outdoors and in
wastewater conveyance.
SECTION 4.302
DEFINITIONS
4.392.1 Definitions. The following words and terms shall, for
the purposes of this chapter and as used elsewhere in this code,
have the meanings shown herein.
SECTION 4.303 •
INDOOR WATER USE
4.?.03.1 Twenty percent savings. A schedule of plumbing fix-
tures and fixture fittings that will reduce the overall use of pota-
ble water within the building by at least 20 percent shall be
provided. The reduction shall be based on the maximum allow-
able water use per plumbing fixture and fitting as required by
the California Building Standards Code. The 20 percent reduc-
tion in potable water use shall be demonstrated by one of the
following methods:
1. Each plumbing fixture and fitting shall meet reduced
flow rates specified in Table 4.303.2; or
2. A calculation demonstrating a 20 percent reduction in
the building "water use" baseline.as established in Table
4.303.1 shall be provided. For low-rise residential occu-
pancies, the calculation shall be limited to the following
plumbing fixture and fitting types: water closets, urinals,
lavatory faucets and showerheads.
4.303.2 Multiple showerheads serving one shower. When
single shower fixtures are served by more than one shower -
head, the combined flow rate of all the showerheads shall not
exceed the maximum flow rates specified in the 20 percent
reduction column contained in Table 4.303.2 or the shower
shall be designed to only allow one showerhead to be in opera-
tion at a time.
Exception: The maximum flow rate for showerheads when
using the calculation method specified in Section 4.303.1,
Item 2, is 2.5 gpm @ 80 psi.
4.303.3 Plumbing fixtures and fittings. Plumbing fixtures
(water closets and urinals) and fittings (faucets and
showerheads) shall meet the standards referenced in Table
4.303.3.
TABLE 4.303.1
BASELINE'
FIXTURE TYPE •
FLOW RATE DURATION
DAILY USES
OCCUPANT&
Showerheads, residential
2.5 gpm @ 80 psi
8 min.
1
Lavatory faucets, residential
2.2 gpm @ 60 psi
.25 min.
3
Kitchen faucets
2.2 gpm @ 60 psi
4 min.
l
Re lacetnent aerators
2.2 gpm @ 60 psi
Gravity tank -type water closets
1.6 gallons/flush
1 flush
1 male°
3 female
Flushometer tank water closets
1.6 gallons/flush
1 flush
1 male°
3 female
Flushometer valve water closets
1.6 gallons/flush
1 flush
1 male°
3 female
Electromechanical hydraulic water closets
1.6 gallons/flush
1 flush
1 male°
3 female
Urinals
1.0 gallon/flush
1 flush
2 male
Fixture "Water Use" = Flow rate x Duration x Occupants x Daily uses
1. Use Worksheet WS -1 to calculate baseline water use.
2. The flow rate is from the CEC Appliance Efficiency Standards, Title 20, California Code of Regulations: where a conflict occurs, the CEC standards shall apply.
3. For low-rise residential occupancies, the number of occupants shall be based on two persons for the first bedroom, plus one additional person for each additional
bedroom.
4. The daily use number shall be increased to three if urinals are not installed in the room.
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TABLE 4.303.2
FIXTURE FLOW RATES
FIXTURE TYPE
FLOW RATE
MAXIMUM FLOW RATE AT 2 20 percent
REDUCTION
Showerheads
2.5 gpm @ 80 psi
2 gpm @ 80 psi
Lavatory faucets, residential
2.2 gpm @ 60psi
1.5 gpm @ 60 psi2
Kitchen faucets
2.2 gpm @ 60 psi
1.8 gpm @ 60 psi
Gravity tank -type water closets
1.6 gallons/flush
1.28 gallons/flush'
Flushometer tank water closets
1.6 gallons/flush
1.28 gallons/flush'
Flushometer valve water closets
1.6 gallons/flush
1.28 gallons/flush'
Electromechanical hydraulic water closets
1.6 gallons/fiush
1.211gallons/flush'
Urinals 1.0 gallon/flush
.5 gallon/flush
1. Includes single and dual flush water closets with an effective flush of 1.28 gallons or less.
Single flush toilets -The effective flush volume shall not exceed 1.28 gallons (4.8 liters). The effective flush volur,:e is the average flush volume when tested in
accordance with ASME Al 12.19.233.2.
Dual flush toilets -The effective flush volume shall not exceed 1.28 gallons (4.8 liters). The effective flush volume is defined as the composite, average flush
volume of two reduced flushes and one full flush. Flush volumes will be tested in accordance with ASME A 112.19.2 and ASME A112.19.14.
2. Lavatory faucets shall not have a flow rate less than 0.8 gpm at 20 psi.
TABLE 4.303.3
STANDARDS FOR PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE FITTINGS
REQUIRED STANDARDS
Water closets (toilets)-tlushometer valve -type single flush,
maximum flush volume
ASME A I I2.19.2/CSA B45.1 - 1.2P, dal (4.8 L)
Water closets (toilets)-flushometer valve -type duai flush,
maximum flush volume
ASME A 112.19.14 and U.S. EPA WaterSense Tank -Type High -Efficiency
!Toilet Specification -• 1.28 gal (4.8 L).
Water closets (toilets) -tank type
U.S. EPA WaterSense Tank -Type High -Efficiency Toilet Specification
Urinals, maximum flush volume
ASME A 112.19.2/CSA B45.1 -0.5 gal (1.9 L)
Urinals, nonwater urinals
ASME A 112.19.19 (vitreous china)
ANSI Z124.9-2004 or IAPMO Z124.9 (plastic)
Public lavatory faucets:
Maximum flow rate - 0.5 gpm (1.9 Umin)
ASME A 112.18.1/CSA B125.1
Public metering self -closing faucets:
Maximum water use - 0.25 gal (1.0 L) per metering cycle
ASME A 112.18.1/CSA B125.1
Residential bathroom lavatory sink faucets:
Maximum flow rate - 1.5 gpm (5.7 Umin)
ASME A 112.18.1/CSA B 125.1
SECTION 4.304
OUTDOOR WATER USE
4.304.1 Irrigation controllers. Automatic irrigation system
controllers for landscaping provided by the builder and
installed at the time of final inspection shall comply with the
following:
1. Controllers shall be weather- or soil moisture -based con-
trollers that automatically adjust irrigation in response to
changes in plants' needs as weather conditions change.
2. Weather -based controllers without integral rain sensors
or communication systems that account for local rainfall
shall have a separate wired or wireless rain sensor which
connects or communicates with the controller(s). Soil
moisture -based controllers are not required to have rain
sensor input.
Note: More information regarding irrigation controller
function and specifications is available from the Irrigation
Association.
SECTION 4.305 .
WATER REUSE SYSTEMS
(Reserved)
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Division 4.4 — MATERIAL CONSERVATION AND
RESOURCE EFFICIENCY
SECTION 4.401
GENERAL
4.401.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall outline
means of achieving material conservation and resource effi-
ciency through protection of buildings from exterior moisture;
construction waste diversion; employment of techniques to
reduce pollution through recycling of materials; and building
commissioning or testing, adjusting and balancing.
SECTION 4.402
DEFINITIONS
4.402.1 Definitions. The following words and terms shall, for
the purposes of this chapter and as used eisewhere in this code,
have the meanings shown herein.
SECTION 4.403
FOUNDATION SYSTEMS
(Reserved)
SECTION 4.404
EFFICIENT FRAMING TECHNIQUES
(Reserved)
SECTION 4.405
MATERIAL SOURCES
(Reserved)
SECTION 4.406
ENHANCED DURABILITY
AND REDUCED MAINTENANCE
4.406.1 Joints and openings. Openings in the building enve-
lope separating conditioned space from unconditioned space
needed to accommodate gas, plumbing, electrical lines and
other necessary penetrations must be sealed in compliance
with the California Energy Code.
Exception: Annular spaces around pipes, electric cables,
conduits or other openings in plates at exterior walls shall be
protected against the passage of rodents by closing such
openings with cement mortar, concrete masonry or a similar
method acceptable to the enforcing agency.
SECTION 4.407
WATER RESISTANCE
AND MOISTURE MANAGEMENT
(Reserved)
SECTION 4.408
CONSTRUCTION WASTE REDUCTION,
DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING
4.408.1 Construction waste reduction of at least 50 per-
cent. Recycle and/or salvage for reuse a minimum of 50 per-
cent of the nonhazardous construction and demolition debris,
or meet a local construction and demolition waste manage-
ment ordinance, whichever is more stringent.
Exceptions:
1. Excavated soil and land -clearing debris.
2. Alternate waste reduction methods developed by
working with local agencies if diversion or recycle
facilities capable of compliance with this item do not
exist or are not located reasonably close to the
jobsite.
4.408.2 Construction waste management plan. Where a
local jurisdiction does not have a construction and demolition
waste management ordinance, a construction waste manage-
ment plan shall be submitted for approval to the enforcing
agency that:
1. Identifies the materials to be diverted from disposal by
recycling, reuse on the project or salvage for future use or
sale.
2. Specifies if materials will be sorted on -site or mixed for
transportation to a diversion facility.
3. Identifies the diversion facility where the material col-
lected will be taken.
4. Identifies construction methods employed to reduce the
amount of waste generated.
5. Specifies that the amount of materials diverted shall be
calculated by weight or volume, but not by both.
4.408.2.1 Documentation. Documentation shall be pro-
vided to the enforcing agency which demonstrates compli-
ance with Section 4.408.2, Items 1 through 5. The waste
management plan shall be updated as necessary and shall be
accessible during construction for examination by the
enforcing agency.
4.408.2.2 Isolated jobsites. The enforcing agency may
make exceptions to the requirements of this section when
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jobsites are located in areas beyond the haul boundaries of
the diversion facility.
Notes:
I. Sample forms found in Chapter 8 may be used to
assist in documenting compliance with the waste
management plan.
2. Mixed construction and demolition debris
(C&D) processors can be located at the Califor-
nia Department of Resources Recycling and
Recovery (CalRecycle).
SECTION 4.409
LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT
(Reserved)
SECTION 4.410
BUILDING MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION
4.410.1 Operation and maintenance manual. At the time of
final inspection, a manual, compact disc, web -based reference
or other media acceptable to the enforcing agency which
includes all of the following shall be placed in the building:
1. Directions to the owner or occupant that the manual
shall remain with the building throughout the life cycle
of the structure.
Operation and maintenance instructions for the follow-
ing:
a. Equipment and appliances, including water -saving
devices and systems, HVAC systems, water -heat-
ing systems and other major appliances and equip-
ment.
b. Roof and yard drainage, including gutters and
downspouts.
c. Space conditioning systems, including condensers
and air filters.
d. Landscape irrigation systems.
e. Water reuse systems.
3. Information from local utility. water and waste recov-
ery providers on methods to further reduce resource
consumption, including recycle programs and loca-
tions.
4. Public transportation and/or carpool options available
in the area.
5. Educational material on the positive impacts of an inte-
rior relative humidity between 30-60 percent and what
methods an occupant may use to maintain the relative
humidity level in that range.
6. Information about water -conserving landscape and
irrigation design and controllers which conserve water.
7. Instructions for maintaining gutters and downspouts
and the importance of diverting water at least 5 feet
away from the foundation.
8. Information on required routine maintenance mea-
sures, including, but not limited to, caulking, painting,
grading around the building, etc.
9. Information about state solar energy and incentive pro-
grams available.
10. A copy of all special inspection verifications required
by the enforcing agency or this code.
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CHAPTER 4
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Division 4.5 — ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
SECTION 4.501
GENERAL
4.501.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall outline
means of reducing the quantity of air contaminants that are
odorous', irritating and/or harmful to the comfort and
well-being of a building's installers, occupants and neighbors.
SECTION 4.502
DEFINITIONS
4.502.1 Definitions. The following words and terms shall, for
the purposes of this chapter and as used elsewhere in this code,
have the meanings shown herein.
AGRIFIBER PRODUCTS. Agrifiber products include
wheatboard, strawboard, panel substrates and door cores, not
including furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) not con-
sidered base building elements.
COMPOSITE WOOD PRODUCTS. Composite wood
products include hardwood plywood, particleboard and
medium density fiberboard. Composite wood products do not
include hardboard, structural plywood, structural panels, struc-
tural composite lumber, oriented strand board, glued laminated
timber as specified in "Structural Glued Laminated Timber"
(ANSI A190.1-2002) or prefabricated wood I -joists.
MAXIMUM INCREMENTAL REACTIVITY (MIR). The
maximum change in weight of ozone formed by adding a com-
pound to the "base reactive organic gas (ROG) mixture" per
weight of compound added, expressed to hundredths of a gram
(g 03/g ROC).
Note: MIR values for individual compounds and hydrocar-
bon solvents are specified in CCR, Title 17, Sections 94700
and 94701.
MOISTURE CONTENT. The weight of the water in wood
expressed in percentage of the weight of the oven -dry wood.
PRODUCT WEIGHTED MIR (PWMIR). The sum of all
weighted MIR for all ingredients in a product subject to this
article. The PWMIR is the total product reactivity expressed to
hundredths of a gram of ozone formed per gram of product
(excluding container and packaging).
Note: PWMIR is calculated according to equations found in
CCR, Title 17, Section 94521(a).
REACTIVE ORGANIC COMPOUND (ROC). Any com-
pound that has the potential, once emitted, to contribute to
ozone formation in the troposphere.
VOC. A volatile organic compound broadly defined as a chem-
ical compound based on carbon chains or rings with vapor
pressures greater than 0.1 millimeters of mercury at room tem-
perature. These compounds typically contain hydrogen and
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may contain oxygen, nitrogen and other elements. See CCR
Title 17, Section 94508(a).
Note: Where specific regulations are cited from different
agencies such as SCAQMD, ARB, etc., the VOC definition
included in that specific regulation is the one that prevails
for the specific measure in question.
SECTION 4.503
FIREPLACES
4.503.1 General. Any installed gas fireplace shall be a
direct -vent sealed -combustion type. Any installed wocdstove
or pellet stove shall comply with U.S. EPA Phase II emission
limits where applicable. Woodstoves, pellet stoves and fire-
places shall also comply with applicable local ordinances.
SECTION 4.504
POLLUTANT CONTROL
4.504.1 Covering of duct openings and protection of
mechanical equipment during construction. At the time of
rough installation or during storage on the construction site and
until final startup of the heating and cooling equipnr;ent, all duct
and other related air distribution component openings shall be
covered with tape, plastic, sheetmetal or other methods accept-
able to the enforcing agency to reduce the amount of dust or
debris which may collect in the system.
4.504.2 Finish material pollutant control. Finish materials
shall comply with this section.
4.504.2.1 Adhesives, sealants and caulks. Adhesives,
sealants and caulks used on the project shall meet the
requirements of the following standards unless more strin-
gent local or regional air pollution or air quality manage-
ment district rules apply:
1. Adhesives, adhesive bonding primers, adhesive prim-
ers, sealants, sealant primers, and caulks shall comply
with local or regional air pollution control or air quality
management district rules where applicable or
SCAQMD Rule 1168 VOC limits, as shown in Table
4.504.1 or 4.504.2, as applicable. Such products also
shall comply with the Rule 1168 prohibition on the use
of certain toxic compounds (chloroform;, ethylene
dichloride, methylene chloride, perchloroetlLylene and
trichloroethylene), except for aerosol products, as
specified in Subsection 2 below.
2. Aerosol adhesives, and smaller unit sizes of adhesives,
and sealant or caulking compounds (in units of prod-
uct, less packaging, which do not weigh more than 1
pound and do not consist of more than 16 fluid ounces)
shall comply with statewide VOC standards and other
requirements, including prohibitions on use of certain
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toxic compounds, of California Code of Regulations,
Title 17, commencing with Section 94507.
4.504.2.2 Paints and coatings. Architectural paints and
coatings shall comply with VOC limits in Table 1 of the
ARB Architectural Suggested Control Measure, as shown
in Table 4.504.3, unless more stringent local limits apply.
The VOC content limit for coatings that do not meet the
definitions for the specialty coatings categories listed in
Table 4.504.3 shall be determined by classifying the coat-
ing as a Flat, Nonflat or Nonflat-High Gloss coating, based
on its gloss, as defined in subsections 4.21, 4.36, and 4.37
of the 2007 California Air Resources Board, Suggested
Control Measure, and the corresponding Flat, Nonflat or
Nonflat-High Gloss VOC limit in Table 4.504.3 shall
apply..
4.504.2.3 Aerosol paints and coatings. Aerosol paints and
coatings shall meet the Product -Weighted MIR Limits for
ROC in Section 94522(a)(3) and other requirements,
including prohibitions on use of certain toxic compounds
and ozone depleting substances, in Sections 94522(c)(2)
and (d)(2) of California Code of Regulations, Title 17, com-
mencing with Section 94520; and in areas under the juris-
diction of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District
'additionally comply with the percent VOC by weight of
product limits of Regulation 8, Rule 49.
4.504.2.4 Verification. Verification of compliance with this
section shall be provided at the request of the enforcing
agency. Documentation may include, but is not limited to.
the following:
1. Manufacturer's product specification.
2. Field verification of on -site product containers.
4.504.3 Carpet systems. All carpet installed in the building
interior shall meet the testing and product requirements of one
of the following:
1. Carpet and Rug Institute's Green Label Plus Program.
2. California Department of Public Health Standard Prac-
tice for the testing of VOCs (Specification 01350).
3. NSF/ANSI 140 at the Gold level.
4. Scientific Certifications Systems Indoor Advantage"'
Gold.
TABLE 4.504.1
ADHESIVE VOC LIMIT' 2
Less Water and Less Exempt Compounds In Grams per Liter
ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATIONS
CURRENT VOC LIMIT
Indoor carpet adhesives
50
Carpet pad adhesives
50
Outdoor carpet adhesives
150
Wood flooring adhesive
100
Rubber floor adhesives
60
Subfloor adhesives
50
Ceramic tile adhesives
65
VCT and asphalt the adhesives
50
Drywall and panel adhesives
50
Cove base adhesives
50
Multipurpose construction adhesives
70
Structural glazing adhesives
100
Single -ply roof membrane adhesives
250
Other adhesives not specifically listed
50
SPECIALTY APPLICATIONS
PVC welding
510
CPVC welding
490
ABS welding
325
Plastic cement welding
250
Adhesive primer for plastic
550
Contact adhesive
80
Special purpose contact adhesive
250
Structural wood member adhesive
140
Top and trim adhesive
250
. SUBSTRATE SPECiFIC APPLICATIONS
Metal to metal
30
Plastic foams
50
Porous material (exc pt H-.. d)
50
Wood
30
Fiberglass
80
1. If an adhesive is used to bond dissimilar substrates together, the adhesive
with the highest VOC content shall be allowed.
2. For additional information regarding methods to measure the VOC content
specified in this table, see South Coast Air Quality Management District
Rule 1168.
TABLE 4.504.2
SEALANT VOC LIMIT
Less Water and Less Exempt Compounds in Grams per Liter
SEALANTS
CURRENT VOC LIMIT
Architectural
250
Marine deck
760
Nonmembrane roof
300
Roadway
250
Single -ply roof membrane
450
Other
420
SEALANT PRIMERS
Architectural
Nonporous
Porous
250
775
Modified bituminous
500
Marine deck
760
Other
750
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TABLE 4.504.3
VOC CONTENT LIMITS FOR ARCHITECTURAL COATINGS2.2
Grams of VOC per Liter of Coating,
Less Water and Less Exempt Compounds
COATING CATEGORY
EFFECTIVE
1/1/2C10
EFFECTIVE
1/1/2012
Flat coatin s
50
Nonflat coatin s
100
Nonflat-hi h loss coatings
150
Specialty Coatings
Aluminum roof coatings
400
Basement specialty coatings
400
Bituminous roof coatings
50
Bituminous roof primers
350
Bond breakers
350
Concrete curing compounds
350
Concrete/masonry sealers
100
Driveway sealers
50
Dry fog coatings
150
Faux finishing coatings
350
Fire resistive coatings
350
Floor coatin s
Form -release compounds
Grahit arts coatings (si • n .aints)
Hi:htem. raturecoatin •s
Industrial maintenance coatings
Low solids coatings' t20 '
Ma nesite cement coatings 450
Mastic texture coatings 100
100
250
500
420
250
Metallic pigmented coaunrs 500
Multicolor coatings 250
Pretreatment wash primers 420
Primers, sealers, and undercoaters 100
Reactive . netratin: sealers 350
Rec sled coatin:s 250
Roof coatings 50
Rust .reventative coatin=s 400
Shellacs
Clear
250
0 u
Specialty primers. sealers and undercoaters
Stains
730
550
350
250
100
Stone consolidants
450
Swimming pool coatings
Traffic marking coatings
Tub and tile refinish coatis
Waterproofing membranes
Wood coatings
Wood preservatives
340
100
420
250
275
350
Zinc -rich primers 340
1. Granis of VOC per iiter of coating, including water and including exempt
compounds.
2. The specified limits remain in effect unless revised limits are listed in subse-
quent columns in the table.
3. Values in this table are derived from those specified by the Califomia Air
Resources Board. Architectural Coatings Suggested Control Measure.
February 1, 2008. More information is available from the Air Resources
Board.
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4.504.3.1 Carpet cushion. All carpet cushion installed in
the building interior shall meet the requirements of the Car-
pet and Rug Institute Green Label program.
4.504.3.2 Carpet adhesive. All carpet adhesive shall meet
the requirements of Table 4.504.1.
4.504.4 Resilient flooring systems. Where resilient flooring is
installed, at least 50 percent of floor area receiving resilient
flooring shall comply with the VOC emission limits defined in
the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS)
Low -emitting Materials List or certified under the Resilient
Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) FloorScore program.
4.504.5 Composite wood products. Hardwood plywood,
particleboard and medium density fiberboard composite wood
products used on the interior or exterior of the building shall
meet the requirements for formaldehyde as specified in ARB's
Air Toxics Control Measure for Composite Wood (17 CCR
93120 et seq.), by or before the dates specified in those sec-
tions, as shown in Table 4.504.5.
4.504.5.1 Documentation. Verification of compliance with
this section shall be provided as requested by the enforcing
agency. Documentation shall include at least one of the fol-
lowing:
1. Product certifications and specifications
2. Chain of custody certifications
3. Other methods acceptable to the enforcing agency
TABLE 4304.5
FORMALDEHYDE LIMITS'
Maximum Formaldehyde Emissions in Parts per Million
PRODUCT
CURRENT
LIMIT
JANUARY 1,
2012
JULY 1,
2012
Hardwood I wood veneer core
0.05
Hardwood plywood composite core
0.08
0.05
Particleboard
0.09
Medium density fiberboard
0.11
Thin medium density fiberboard
0.21
. 0.13
1. Values in this table are derived from those specified by the California Air
Resources Board. Air Toxics Control Measure for Composite Wood as
tested in accordance with ASTM E 1333-96(2002). For additional informa-
tion, see California Cede of Regulations, Title 17, Sections 93120 through
93120.12.
2. Thin medium density fiberboard has a maximum thickness of 8 millime•
ters.
SECTION 4.505
INTERIOR MOISTURE CONTROL
4.505.1 General. Buildings shall meet or exceed the provi-
sions of the California Building Standards Code.
4.505.2 Concrete slab foundations. Concrete slab founda-
tions required to have a vapor retarder by California Building
Code, CCR, Title 24, Part 2, Chapter 19, shall also comply with
this section.
4.505.2.1 Capillary break. A capillary break shall be
installed in compliance with at least one of the following:
1. A 4 -inch (101.6 mm) thick base of 1/2 inch (12.7 mm)
or larger clean aggregate shall be provided with a
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vapor barrier in direct contact with concrete and a
concrete mix design, which will address bleeding,
shrinkage, and cursing, shall be used. For additional
information, see American Concrete Institute, ACI
302.2R-06.
2. Other equivalent methods approved by the enforcing
agency.
3. A slab design specified by a licensed design profes-
sional.
4.505.3 Moisture content of building materials. Building
materials with visible signs of water damage shall not be
installed. Wall and floor framing shall not beenclosed when the
framing members exceed 19 percent moisture content. Mois-
ture content shall be verified in compliance with the following:
1. Moisture content shall be. determined with either a
probe -type or contact -type moisture meter.
Moisture readings shall be taken at a point 2 feet (610
nun) to 4 feet (1219 mm) from the grade stamped end of
each piece to be verified.
3. At least three random moisture readings shall be per-
formed on wall and floor framing with documentation
acceptable to the enforcing agency provided at the time
of approval to enclose the wall and floor framing.
Insulation products which are visibly wet or have a.high
moc:iure content shall he replaced or allowed to dry prior to
enclosure in wall or floor cavities. Wet -applied insulation prod-
ucts shall follow the manufacturers' drying recommendations
prior to enclosure.
SECTION 4.506
INDOOR AIR QUALITY AND EXHAUST
4.506.1 Bathroom exhaust fans. Mechanical exhaust fans
which exhaust directly from bathrooms shall comply with the
following:
1. Fans shall be ENERGY STAR compliant and be ducted
to terminate outside the building.
2. Unless functioning as a component of a whole housc
ventilation system, fans must be controlled by a
humidistat which shall be readily accessible.
Humidistat controls shall be capable of adjustment between
a relative humidity range of 50 to 80 percent.
Note: For the purposes of this section, a bathroom is a room
which contains a bathtub, shower or tub/shower
combination.
SECTION 4.507
ENVIRONMENTAL COMFORT
4.507.1 Openings. Whole house exhaust fans shall have insu-
lated louvers or covers which close when the fan is off. Covers
or louvers shall have a minimum insulation value of R-4.2.
4.507.2 Heating and air-conditioning system design. Heat-
ing and air-conditioning systems shall be sized, designed•and
have their equipment selected using the following methods:
1. The heat loss and heat gain is established according to
ACCA Manual 1, ASHRAE handbooks or other equiva-
lent design software or methods.
2. Duct systems are sized according to ACCA 29-D Man-
ual D, ASHRAE handbooks or other equivalent design
software or methods.
3. Select heating and cooling equipment according to
ACCA 36-S Manual S or other equivalent design soft-
ware or methods.
Exception: Use of alternate design temperatures necessary
to ensure the systems function are acceptable.
SECTION 4.508
OUTDOOR AIR QUALITY
(Reserved)
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