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ORDINANCE AMENDMENT -
ORDINANCE NO. 04-3433
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 6, BUILDINGS, OF THE CITY
OF PLAINVlEW CODE OF ORDINANCES TO DESIGNATE THE
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL
CODE, AND INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE AS
THE BUILDING CODES FOR THE CITY OF PLAINVIEW, HALE
COUNTY, TEXAS; CUMULATIVENESS CLAUSE; CONFLICTS CLAUSE;
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Chapter 6, Article VI, sets forth the minimum standards for building
construction; and
WHEREAS, from time to time it is advisable to review the ordinances that
regulate construction of all buildings within the City of Plainview; and
WHEREAS, the Building Trades Fire Code Board of Appeals has reviewed staff
recommendations on adoption of the International Building Code, International
Residential Code, and International Energy Conservation Code; and
WHEREAS, the International Building Code, International Residential Code, and
International Energy Conservation Code with proposed amendments as herein after
made has been duly presented to the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Plainview finds that it would not be
detrimental or injurious to the public health, safety or general welfare of the citizens of
the City of Plainview:
NOW, THEREFORE, The City of Plainview Hereby Ordains That:
SECTION I
Chapter 6, Section 6-16 is amended as follows:
Sec. 6-16. U.q!fcrm b Building codes adopted.
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tho !ntor.-.~t!on~! Conforo.-,co of Bu!!d!n.g Off!c!=!s, Wh!tt!or, C~!ifor.-.!3 2003 International Building Code,
2003 International Residential Code and the 2003 International Energy Conservation Code as written by
the International Code Council, Inc., as hereinafter amended i~ are specifically adopted as the Building
Codes of the City of Plainview, Texas. The same 1~ are incorporated herein by reference as if fully set
forth at length.
A copy of said , [,,~,,,,,_....v.... _~,,~,..~t~"a'~"" International Codes shall be filed with the city secretary and a
copy maintained in the office of the building official of the City of Plainview, Texas, all such copies to be
open to public inspection during business hours of the offices where they are maintained, with
amendments thereto. (Ord. No. 88-2757, 10~25-88; Amended by Ord. No. 96-3085 on 8-13-96; Ord.
No. 98-3196, 10-10-98)
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SECTION II
Chapter 6, Section 6-17 Amendments to the Uniform Buildinq Code is deleted in its
entirety and replaced by Section 6-17 as follows:
Sec. 6-17 Amendments to the 2003 International BuildinR Code
101.1 Tile Add City of Plainview
These provisions shall be known as the Building Code of (Name of Jurisdiction) the City of Plainview, and
shall be cited as such and will be referred to herein as "this code."
101.2 Scope Amend exception (2) as follows:
(2) Existing buildings undergoing repair, alteration or additions, and change of occupancy shall be
permitted to comply with the International E.¥ic*.':.-.g B'..'i!d?,g Property Maintenance Code and Chapter 34
of this Code.
101.4.1 Electrical, Change ICC Electrical to currently adopted National Electrical Code
101.4.2 Gas. Change International Fuel Gas Code to currently adopted Uniform Plumbing Code
101.4.3 Mechanical. Change International Mechanical Code to currently adopted Uniform Mechanical
Code
101.4.4 Plumbing. Change International Plumbing Code to currently adopted Uniform Plumbing Code.
Change International Private Sewage Disposal Code to currently adopted Uniform Plumbing Code.
101.4.6 Fire prevention. Add and currently adopted Life Safety Co-de to end of International Fire Code
105.1 Required. Add sentence to the end of paragraph: It shall be unlawful for any person to re-roof any
structure, other than their own property, within the City Limits of Plainview prior to registering with the City
of Plainview Building Department. Registration procedures shall be approved by the City. No fee shall
be assessed for such registration.
105.1.1 Annual permit. Delete in its entirety
105.1.2 Annual permit records. Delete in its entirety
105.2 Work exempt from permit. Change as follows
Electrical:
Delete and replace with the following: See Chapter 10 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
Gas:
Delete and replace with the following: See Chapter 20 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
Mechanical:
Delete and replace with the following: See Chapter 20 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
Plumbing:
Delete and replace with the following: See Chapter 20 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
107,3 Temporary power Change last sentence as follows: The part covered: by the temporary certificate
shall comply with the requirements specified for temporary lighting, heat or power in the ~
Cede=. Currently adopted edition of the National Electrical Code.
SECTION 109 Inspections Add new sections as follows:
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109.7 Inspection of moved buildings.
(a) No person or persons shall hereafter move any building, house or structure within the limits of
the City of Plainview, Texas, where the same shall be moved in, through or upon the streets, alleys,
avenues, or public grounds unless said person shall, before moving said building house or structure,
secure a permit to do So from the building Official of the City of Plainview, Texas.
(b) No person or persons shall hereafter move any building or structure from within or from
outside the City limits of the City of Plainview, Texas, to any place within the City limits of the City of
Plainview, Texas, or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining a separate building permit for
each building or structure from the Building Official of the City of Plainview, Texas.
(c) Whenever any person or persons shall make an application for a building permit for a building
or structure which is to be moved from outside the City limits of the City of Plainview, to a place inside the
City limits, said person shall deposit with the Building Official, a sum of money equal to the IRS standard
mileage rate per mile for each mile necessary to travel round trip from the City limits of Plainview to the
building, plus a sum of money equal to the current hourly rate for Code Administration, plus 15%
administrative fee, per hour based upon the Building Official's estimated time required to make the
inspection and in traveling to said building and returning to the City limits of the City of Plainview with a
minimum of one hour charged on each inspection. Said deposit shall become the property of the City of
Plainview and is to pay for the expense for inspecting said building and shall not be returned to the
person making application regardless of whether or not the Building Permit is issued. Such payment shall
be in addition to the regular fees required for issuing a building permit as prescribed by ordinance.
(d) The Building Official may designate a competent deputy to make such inspection for him/her.
109.8 Reinspection. There shall be no charge for the first re-inspection of a new building or addition or
alterations of old buildings. When more than one re-inspection is required, a re-inspection fee of $25.00
for each additional re-inspection shall be charged. The re-inspection fee must be paid before further
inspections will be made.
SECTION 112 Board of Appeals Delete and add the following: See Section 6-41 of the City of Plainview
Code of Ordinances for means of appeal.
113.4 Violation penalties, Add the following to end of paragraph:
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 everyday 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 ($1,000.00).
Chapter 4
406.1.3 Garages and carports Add to first paragraph as follows: Carports shall be open on at least two
sides. Carports that lie outside of building setback lines shall be open on three (3) sides. Carport floor
surfaces shall be of approved noncombustible material. Carports not open on at least two sides shall be
considered a garage and shall comply with the provisions of this section for garages.
Chapter 14 Exterior Walls
1405.3.2 Masonry Delete this section
Chapter 18- Soils and Foundations
Table 1804.2 Allowable foundation and lateral pressure. Use 1,500 per City of Plainview Engineering
Dept.
1805.3.4 Foundation elevation Add the following sentence to the end of paragraph: On graded sites,
the top of any exterior foundation shall extend above the elevation of the street gutter at point of
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discharge or the inlet of an approved drainage device a m~nimum of 12 inches (305 mm) plus 2 percent.
Alternate elevations are permitted subject to the approval of the building official, provided it can be
demonstrated that required drainage to the point of discharge and away from the structure is provided at
all locations on the site. Placing the top of the exterior foundation 12 inches above the street curb is an
acceptable alternative.
Chapter 21 Masonry
2112.2 Footings and foundations. Delete and replace with the following: Masonry chimneys shall be
supported on footings of solid masonry or concrete at least 16 inches thick and at least 4 inches beyond
each side of the exterior dimensions of the chimney. They shall be reinforced with two (2) 5/8" rebars in
the footing.
Chapter 23 Wood
Table 2308.8(1) Floor joist spans for common lumber species. Delete table and use table 2308.8(2)
for residential sleeping areas.
Chapter 27 - Electrical
Delete chapter and refer to Chapter 10 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
Chapter 28 - Mechanical
Delete chapter and refer to Chapter 20 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
Chapter 29 - Plumbing
Delete chapter and refer to Chapter 20 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
Chapter 32 - Encroachments into the public right-of-way
Section 3202 Encroachments
Delete section and replace with the following: Refer to the City of Plainview Zoning Ordinance and
Chapter 21 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances for encroachments into the public right-of-way.
SECTION III
Section 6-18 is added to Chapter 6 as follows:
Sec. 6-18 Amendments to the 2003 International Residential Code
R101.1 Tile Add City of Plainview
These provisions shall be known as the Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings of the City
of Plainview, and shall be cited as such and will be referred to herein as "this code."
R105.1 Required.
Add sentence to the end of paragraph: It shall be unlawful for any person to re-roof any structure, other
than their own property, within the City Limits of Plainview prior to registering with the City of Plainview
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Building Department. Registration procedures shall be approved by the City. No fee shall be assessed for
such registration.
R101.2 Scope Exception is amended as follows:
Exception: Existing buildings undergoing repair, alteration or additions, and change of
occupancy shall be permitted to comply with the Internationa! Ex!sting_...... ~''~'~''''.= Property Maintenance
Code.
R105.2 Work exempt from permit. Change as follows:
Building:
1) One story detached accessory structures, provided the floor area does not exceed 200 120
sq. ff..
Electrical: Delete and replace with the following: See Chapter 10 City of Pla inview Code of
Ordinances
Gas: Delete and replace with the following: See Chapter 20 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
Mechanical: Delete and replace with the following: See Chapter 20 City of Plainview Code of
Ordinances
R107.3 Temporary power Change last sentence as follows: The part covered by the temporary
certificate shall comply with the requirements specified for temporary lighting, heat or power in the ICC
~ Currently adopted edition of the National Electrical Code.
SECTION R109 Inspections Add a new section as follows:
R109.5 Inspection of moved buildings. (a) No person or persons shall hereafter move any
building, house or structure within the limits of the City of Plainview, Texas, where the same shall be
moved in, through or upon the streets, alleys, avenues, or public grounds unless said person shall, before
moving said building house or structure, secure a permit to do so from the building Official of the City of
Plainview, Texas.
(b) No person or persons shall hereafter move any building or structure from within or from
outside the City limits of the City of Plainview, Texas, to any place within the City limits of the City of
Plainview, Texas, or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining a separate building permit for
each building or structure from the Building Official of the City of Plainview, Texas.
(c) Whenever any person or persons shall make an application for a building permit for a building
or structure which is to be moved from outside the City limits of the City of Plainview, to a place inside the
City limits, said person shall deposit with the Building Official, a sum of money equal to the IRS standard
mileage rate per mile for each mile necessary to travel round trip from the City limits of Plainview to the
building, plus a sum of money equal to the current hourly rate for Code Administration, plus 15%
administrative fee, per hour based upon the Building Official's estimated time required to make the
inspection and in traveling to said building and returning to the City limits of the City of Plainview with a
m~mmum of one hour charged on each inspection. Said deposit shall become the property of the City of
Plainview and is to pay for the expense for inspecting said building and shall not be returned to the
person making application regardless of whether or not the Building Permit is issued. Such payment shall
be in addition to the regular fees required for issuing a building permit as prescribed by ordinance.
(d) The Building Official may designate a competent deputy to make such inspection for him/her.
R109.8 Reinspections. There shall be no charge for the first re-inspection of a new building or addition
or alterations of old buildings. When more than one re-inspection is required, a re-inspection fee of
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$20.00 for each additional re-inspection Shall be charged. The re-inspection fee must be paid before
further inspections will be made.
SECTION R112 Board of Appeals Delete and replace with the following: See Section 6-41 of the City of
Plainview Code of Ordinances for means of appeal.
Rl13.4 Violation penalties. Add the following to end of paragraph:
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 everyday
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 ($1,000.00).
Chapter 3 BUILDING PLANNING
Table R301.2(1) Climate and Geo. Design Criteria Insert the following values in table:
Ground Snow Load -
Wi nd Speed -
Seismic Design Category-
Weathering -
Frost Line Depth -
Termite -
Decay -
Winter Design Temperature -
Ice Sheild Undedayment Required -
Flood Hazards-
Air Freezing Index -
Mean Annual Temperature -
15 psf
90 mph
0-A
Moderate
16 inches
Moderate to Heavy
None to Slight
18
No
See NFIP Firm Maps for Community Cf 480275, Panels 1,2, 3, 4,
5,7,8
35O
58.6 degrees F
R309.4 Carports Add to first paragraph as follows: Carports shall be open on at least two sides.
Carports that lie outside of building setback lines shall be open on three (3) sides. Carport floor surfaces
shall be of approved noncombustible material. Carports not open on at least two sides shall be
considered a garage and shall com ply with the provisions of this section for garages.
Chapter 4 - Foundations
R403.1.7.3 Foundation elevation On graded sites, the top of any exterior foundation shall extend above
the elevation of the street gutter at point of discharge or the inlet of an approved drainage device a
minimum of 12 inches (305 mm) plus 2 percent. Alternate elevations are permitted subject to the approval
of the building official, provided it can be demonstrated that required drainage to the point of discharge
and away from the structure is provided at all locations on the site. Placing the top of the exterior
foundation 12 inches above the street curb is an acceptable alternative.
Chapter 5 Floors
Table R502.3.1(1) Floor joist spans for common lumber species. Delete table and use table.
R502.3.1(2) for residential sleeping areas.
Chapter 7 Wall Covering
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R703.7.5 Flashing Delete and replace with the following: Flashing shall be located above shelf angles,
lintels that are not protected by eaves or patios when masonry veneers are designed in accordance with
Section R703.7. See Section R703.8 for additional requirements.
R703.7.6 Weepholes Delete section.
Chapter 10 Chimneys and fireplaces
R1001.1.1 Support Delete and replace with the following: Masonry chimneys shall be supported on
footings of solid masonry or concrete at least 16 inches thick and at least 4 inches beyond each side of
the exterior dimensions of the chimney. They shall be reinforced with 2 5/8" rebars in the footing.
R1003.2 Footings and foundations Delete and replace with the following: Masonry chimneys shall be
supported on footings of solid masonry or concrete at least 16 inches thick and at least 4 inches beyond
each side of the exterior dimensions of the chimney. They shall be reinforced with two (2) 5/8" rebars in
the footing.
Part IV - Energy Conservation
Chapter 11 Energy Efficiency Delete and replace with the following: Refer to currently adopted
International Energy Efficiency Code, Chapter 6 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
Part V - Mechanical
Chapter 12-23 Mechanical Provis ions Delete and replace with the following: Refer to currently adopted
Uniform Mechanical Code, Chapter 20 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
Part VI - Fuel Gas
Chapter 24 Fuel Gas Delete and replace with the following: Refer to currently adopted Uniform Plumbing
Code, Chapter 20 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
Part VII - Plumbing
Chapter 25-32 Plumbing Delete and replace with the following: Refer to currently adopted Uniform
Plumbing Code, Chapter 20 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
Part VIII - Electrical
Chapter 33 - 42 Delete and replace with the following: Refer to currently adopted National Electrical
Code, Chapter 10 City of Plainview Code of Ordinances
SECTION IV
Section 6-19 is added to Chapter 6, as follows:
Sec. 6-19 Amendments to the 2003 International Ener,qy Conservation Code
Chapter 1
101.1 Title Add City of Plainview These regulations shall be known as the Energy Conservation Code of
the City of Plainview, and shall be cited as such. It is referred to herein as "this code."
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101.2 Scope. Change as follows: This code establishes minimum prescriptive and performance related
regulations for the design of energy efficient buildings and structures or portions thereof that provide
facilities or shelter for public assembly, educational, business, mercantile, institutional, storage and
residential occupancies, as well as those portions of factory and industrial occupancies designed primarily
for human occupancy. This code thereby addresses the design of energy-efficient building envelopes and
the selection and installation of energy-efficient mechanical, service water-heating, electrical distribution
and illumination systems and equipment for the effective use of energy in these buildings and structures.
Exception's:
1) Energy conservation systems and components in existing buildings undergoing repair,
alteration or additions, and change of occupancy, shall not be ~required to comply
with the !ntern=t!cn=! Ex~.st~.ng B'..'~,!d!ng Codo this code, unless the repair, alteration or addition
and change of occupancy, is to a building or structure constructed under this code.
2) New construction of detached accessory buildings and garages for residential occupancies.
101.2.2 Applicability. Add the following paragraph to the end of the text:
All references to the International Mechanical Code or International Plumbing Code or
International Fuel Gas Code shall be changed throughout this code to refer to Chapter 20, City of
Plainview Code of Ordinances, for the currently adopted Mechanical and Plumbing Codes. All references
to the International Electrical Code shall be changed throughout this code to refer to Chapter 10, City of
Plainview Code of Ordinances, for the currently adopted Electrical Code.
Chapter 3
Table 302.1 Insert the following in the table:
Winter Design Dry-bulb
Summer Design Dry-bulb
Summer Design Wet-bulb
Degree Days Heating
Degree Days Cooling
Climate Zone
13 degrees F
95 degrees F
68 degrees F
3927
1490
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Chapter 5
502.2.1.4 Slab on Grade Floors Delete requirement for perimeter insulation for slab on grade floors
502.2.1.6 Basement Walls Delete requirement for perimeter insulation on basement walls
503.3.3.3 Duct and plenum insulation. Amend Table 503.3.3.3 to allow minimum supply duct insulation
of R-6.
Table 504.5 Minimum Pipe Insulation Amend Table 504.5 to allow 3/8" insulation in place of %"
insulation
Chapter 8
802.2.7 Slabs on grade. Delete requirement for perimeter insulation for slab on grade floors
802.2.8 Below-grade walls. Delete requirement for perimeter insulation on below grade walls
803.2.8 Duct and plenum insulation and sealing. Change requirement for R-8 insulation to R-6
insulation.
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SECTION V
The following sections in Chapter 6 are changed as follows:
Sec. 6 !~20. Definitions.
Sec. 6--1-921. Conflicts.
Sec. 6 2022. Trench excavation safety.
Secs. 6-2-1-23 to 6-25. Reserved.
SECTION VI
Chapter 6, Division 2. Dangerous Buildings is deleted in its entirety and the following
amendment is made:
Secs. 6-3026 - 6.40 Reserved
SECTION VII
Chapter 6, Article III Board of Appeals, Section 6-43 Composition is amended to add the
following:
Sec. 6-43. Composition.
The Board shall consist of members with the following qualifications:
(a) One (1) Building Contractor
(b) One (1) Licensed Master Electrician
(c) One (1) Representative of the local Electrical Service Provider
(d) One (1) Licensed Master Plumber
(e) One (1) Representative of the local Gas Service Provider
(f) One (1) Licensed Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor
(g) T .... .... ,-,~°~ One (1) persons who by experience have has working knowledge of the above
trades.
(h) Four (4) alternates who meet any of the above qualifications
(i) The City Building Official, or his/her authorized representative shall be an ex-officio member
and serve as secretary for the Board without voting privileges.
(j) The City Engineer shall be an ex-officio member of the Board without voting privileges.
(k) The City Fire Marshal or other representative of the Fire Department as determined by the
Fire Chief, shall be an ex-officio member of the Board without voting privileges.
SECTION VIII
All ordinances or portions of any ordinance of the City of Plainview, Texas in conflict
herewith, are hereby amended to conform with the provisions hereof.
SECTION IX
Should any section, subsection, or any portion hereof be deemed invalid for any reason,
such holding shall not render or invalidate any other section, subsection, sentence,
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provision., clause, phrase or word severable therefrom and the same shall be deemed
severable for this purpose.
SECTION X
This ordinance shall be of full force and effect upon its passage and publication as
required by law.
PASSED AND APPROVED on first reading this 12th day of October, 2004.
PASSED AND APPROVED on second reading this 26th day of October, 2004.
Belinda Hinojosa, City
3ity Services
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Wally Hatcl~, C~' Attorney
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