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Chapter 19.03

BUILDING CODE*__________* Charter References: Technical code adoption, § 5.5.

Cross References: General right of entry for inspection, CBJ Code ch. 01.35; code enforcement, CBJ Code ch. 03.30.State Law References: Building code, AS 18.70.080; 13 AAC 50.020; construction contractors, AS 08.18.011 et seq.

__________19.03.010 Uniform Building Code (UBC) adopted.19.03.100 Administration.19.03.203 "B" definitions.19.03.214 "M" definitions.19.03.216 "O" definitions.19.03.223 "V" definitions.19.03.302.5 Heating equipment room occupancy separation.19.03.303.8 Special hazards in Group A occupancies.19.03.305.1 Group E occupancies defined.19.03.305.2.3 Requirements for Group E occupancies.19.03.305.8 Requirements for Group E occupancies.19.03.306.1 Requirements for Group F occupancies.19.03.307.1.1 Requirements for Group F occupancies.19.03.308.8 Requirements for Group I occupancies.19.03.310.4 Requirements for Group R occupancies, access and exit facilities and emergency escapes.19.03.310.9.1.2 Additions, alterations or repairs to Group R occupancies.19.03.310.9.1.4 Smoke detector requirements for Group R occupancies.19.03.310.9.1.5 Smoke detectors and sprinkler systems requirements for Group R occupancies.19.03.310.11 Heating in Group R occupancies.19.03.412 UBC Section 412.19.03.413 UBC Section 413.19.03.414 UBC Section 414.19.03.415 UBC Section 415.19.03.416 UBC Section 416.19.03.417 UBC Section 417.19.03.418 UBC Section 418.19.03.508 Fire resistive substitution.19.03.904.1.4 Fire-extinguishing systems; state permit.19.03.904.2.2 Fire-extinguishing systems; floor area.19.03.904.2.2 Fire-extinguishing systems; automatic sprinkler system.19.03.904.2.4.1 Fire-extinguishing systems, Group E occupancies.19.03.904.3.2 Fire-extinguishing systems; alarms.19.03.904.4 Permissible sprinkler omissions.19.03.1002 Definition of "private stairway."19.03.1003.3.3.6 Handrails.19.03.1009 Building security.19.03.1101.1 Accessibility, scope, general.19.03.1101.2 Accessibility, standards of quality.19.03.1101.3 Design.19.03.1102 Definitions, CABO/ANSI A117.1.19.03.1103.1.9.1 Accessibility, Group R occupancies, general.19.03.1103.1.9.3 Accessibility, Group R occupancies, multifamily dwellings.19.03.1103.1.10 Building accessibility, Group S occupancies.19.03.1103.1.12 Temporary structures.19.03.1105.2.2 Facility accessibility, toilet facilities.19.03.1202.2.1 Ventilation generally.19.03.1203.2 Light in Group R occupancies.19.03.1203.3 Ventilation in Group R occupancies.19.03.1402.1 Weather-resistant barriers.

19.03.1505.3 Attic ventilation.19.03.1506.6 Roof drainage.19.03.1612.3.2 Alternate basic load combinations.19.03.1614 Snow loads.19.03.1618 Basic wind speed for determining design wind pressure.19.03.1630.1.1 Minimum design lateral forces and related effects.19.03.Table_16-I Seismic zone factor Z.19.03.Table_16-Q Interpolating values, Table_16-Q.19.03.Table_16-R Interpolating values, Table_16-R.19.03.1701.5.7.2 Structural masonry.19.03.1703 Nondestructive testing.19.03.1804.8 Foundation investigation.19.03.1806.1 Footings.19.03.1814.4 Design standard for treated wood foundation system, footing design.19.03.2306.14 Decay and termite protection.19.03.2320.12.11 Roof and ceiling framing.19.03.2701 Electrical systems.19.03.2801 Mechanical systems.19.03.2901 Plumbing systems.19.03.2902.3 Plumbing systems in Groups B, F, H, M and S occupancies.19.03.2903 Plumbing systems, alternate number of fixtures.19.03.3003.2 Elevator smoke detection recall.19.03.3004 Elevator hoistway venting.19.03.3201 Construction in the public right-of-way.19.03.3400 Existing structures.19.03.3401 UBC Section 3401.19.03.Appendix_3_Division_I Detention and correctional facilities.19.03.Appendix_3_Division_II Agricultural buildings.19.03.Appendix_3_Division_III Requirements for Group R, Division 3 occupancies.19.03.Appendix_3_Division_IV Requirements for Group R, Division 4 occupancies.19.03.Appendix_4_Division_I Barriers for swimming pools, spas and hot tubs.19.03.Appendix_4_Division_II Aviation control towers.19.03.Appendix_9 Basement inlet pipes.19.03.Appendix_11_Division_I Site accessibility.19.03.Appendix_11_Division_II Accessibility for existing buildings.19.03.Appendix_12_Division_I Interior environment, ventilation.19.03.Appendix_12_Division_II Sound transmission control.19.03.Appendix_15 Reroofing.19.03.Appendix_16_Division_I Snow load design.19.03.Appendix_16_Division_II Earthquake recording instrumentation.19.03.Appendix_16_Division_IV Earthquake regulations for seismic-isolated structures.19.03.Appendix_18 Waterproofing and dampproofing foundations.19.03.Appendix_21 Prescriptive masonry construction in high-wind areas.19.03.Appendix_23 Conventional light-frame construction in high-wind areas.19.03.Appendix_29 Minimum plumbing fixtures.19.03.Appendix_30 Elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators and moving walks.19.03.Appendix_31_Division_I Flood resistant construction.19.03.Appendix_31_Division_II Membrane structures.19.03.Appendix_31_Division_II Patio covers.19.03.Appendix_33 Excavation and grading.19.03.Appendix_34 Existing non-high rise structures.19.03.Appendix_34_3406.3 Fire hazard in existing non-high rise structures.19.03.UBC_Standards Standards, material, testing and installation standards.19.03.Standard_9-1_4-4.1.7.2.5 Elevator hoistways and machine rooms.

19.03.010 Uniform Building Code (UBC) adopted.

For the purpose of regulating the erection, site construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving,removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings andstructures or portions thereof in the City and Borough, there is adopted by reference, as the building code of the

City and Borough, that certain compilation of rules and regulations prepared by the International Conference ofBuilding Officials, a nationally recognized technical trade organization, which compilation is entitled "UniformBuilding Code, 1997 Edition," (UBC) and five copies each of which have been filed in the office of themunicipal clerk of the City and Borough, or places designated by the municipal clerk for public use, inspectionand examination, and which compilation is made a part of this chapter as if fully set forth in this section, subjectonly to the enumerated additions, deletions and changes in this chapter.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.100 Administration.

Delete UBC Chapter 1, Administration, except as referred to elsewhere in this code.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.203 "B" definitions.

In UBC Section 203, Definitions, B, delete the definition of Building, Existing and add the following:

"Building, existing, is a building that:

(A) was erected before December 5, 1956; or

(B) was erected before March 27, 1999 and complies with the building code regulations ineffect at the time of construction."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.214 "M" definitions.

In UBC Section 214, Definitions, M, add the following definitions:

In Section 214, add the following:

"Mechanical ventilation is a system that delivers tempered or controlled supply air to a spaceusing air handling equipment. See AIR, SUPPLY in the Uniform Mechanical Code."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.216 "O" definitions.

In UBC Section 216, Definitions, O, add the following:

"Office is an area used by employees in which services, clerical work, professional duties and such tasksare performed."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.223 "V" definitions.

In UBC Section 223, Definitions, the definition of "value" or "valuation," delete the reference to Section

107.2 and substitute therefor section 19.01.107, Fees.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.302.5 Heating equipment room occupancy separation.

In UBC Section 302.5, Heating equipment room occupancy separation, delete Group E and add Group Ito the first exception. All references to boiler and central heating systems in the paragraph immediatelypreceding the exception apply only to boilers and central heating systems that are fuel-fired.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.303.8 Special hazards in Group A occupancies.

In UBC Section 303.8, Special hazards in Group A occupancies, all references to boiler and centralheating systems apply only to boilers and central heating systems that are fuel-fired.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.305.1 Group E occupancies defined.

In UBC Section 305.1, Group E occupancies defined, delete Division 3 and add the following:

"Division 3. Any building, or portion of a building, used for day care purposes for more than sixpersons, including children under the age of 12 related to the staff."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.305.2.3 Requirements for Group E occupancies.

In UBC Section 305.2.3, Requirements for Group E occupancies, special provisions, add a newparagraph as follows:

"Group E, Division 3 occupancies that are licensed to care for more than six persons between the hoursof 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. shall be equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system throughout,designed and installed in accordance with NFPA Standard 13D-1994 or approved equivalent system."

Add the following exceptions:

"4. Family child care homes operating between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. mayaccommodate a total of eight children without conforming to all the requirements of thisregulation except for smoke detectors as specified in Section 310.9; exiting, including operablewindows in napping or sleeping rooms as specified in Section 310.4; and fire extinguisherrequirements."

"5. Day care facilities that are operated in a primary residence between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and10:00 p.m. accommodating a total of 12 children may use the second story of the buildingwithout complying with Section 305.2.3 Exception 2, Table 3-B, Table 5-A and Type V-1 hourrequirements set out in Table 5-B provided all other applicable legal provisions for an E-3occupancy are met."

Add a new third paragraph as follows:

"Rooms used for sleeping or napping purposes within an E-3 occupancy shall be provided with a smokedetector that complies with Section 310.9.1."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.305.8 Requirements for Group E occupancies.

In UBC Section 305.8, Requirements for Group E occupancies, all references to boiler and centralheating systems apply only to boilers and central heating systems that are fuel-fired.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.306.1 Requirements for Group F occupancies.

In UBC Section 306.1, Division 1, Requirements for Group F occupancies, delete item 35, RefuseIncinerators.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.307.1.1 Requirements for Group F occupancies.

In UBC Section 307.1.1, Division 3, Requirements for Group F occupancies, add a new item as follows:

"11. Refuse Incinerators."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.308.8 Requirements for Group I occupancies.

In UBC Section 308.8, Requirements for Group I occupancies, all references to boiler and centralheating systems apply only to boilers and central heating systems that are fuel-fired.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.310.4 Requirements for Group R occupancies, access and exit facilities and emergency escapes.

In UBC Section 310.4, Requirements for Group R occupancies, access and exit facilities and emergencyescapes, in the third paragraph after " . . . sleeping room . . . ," add the following:

"or other habitable room over 70 square feet and not used for cooking, eating or living room uses."

At the end of the third paragraph, add the following sentence:

"The building official may accept a recorded deed restriction as an alternative to this requirement whenthe current use of the space will clearly not include sleeping."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.310.9.1.2 Additions, alterations or repairs to Group R occupancies.

In UBC Section 310.9.1.2, Additions, alterations or repairs to Group R occupancies, revise paragraph toread:

"When a plan review is required in an existing Group R occupancy, smoke detectors shall be installed inaccordance with Sections 310.9.1.3, 310.9.1.4 and 310.9.1.5 of this section."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.310.9.1.4 Smoke detector requirements for Group R occupancies.

In UBC Section 310.9.1.4, Requirements for Group R occupancies, smoke detectors, location withindwelling unit, in the first sentence after " . . . sleeping room . . . ," add the following:


Revise the fourth sentence as follows:

"When sleeping rooms are on an upper level, the detector shall be placed at the ceiling of the upper levelin close proximity to the stairway if there is no door or other obstruction at the top of the stairway toblock the path of smoke and near the ceiling at the bottom of the stairway if there is such an obstructionat the top of the stairway."

At the end of the paragraph, add the following sentence:


(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.310.9.1.5 Smoke detectors and sprinkler systems requirements for Group R occupancies.

In UBC Section 310.9.1.5, Requirements for Group R occupancies, smoke detectors and sprinklersystems, location in efficiency dwelling units, congregate residences and hotels, in the first sentence after " . . .congregate residence sleeping rooms . . . ," add the following:


At the end of the paragraph, add the following sentence:


(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.310.11 Heating in Group R occupancies.

Change UBC Section 310.11, Heating in Group R occupancies, to read:

"Every dwelling unit or guest room which is situated on a lot any part of which is within one-quartermile of a public or private road from which the owner may gain legal access to the lot or which issituated on a lot any part of which is within one-quarter mile of a public utility electric powerdistribution line shall be provided with heating facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of70 degrees F at a point three feet (914 mm) above the floor in all habitable rooms without involving thecombustion of a solid fuel."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.412 UBC Section 412.

In UBC Section 412 change "Section 101.3" to "Section 19.01.101.3, Scope."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.413 UBC Section 413.


19.03.414 UBC Section 414.


19.03.415 UBC Section 415.


19.03.416 UBC Section 416.


19.03.417 UBC Section 417.


19.03.418 UBC Section 418.


19.03.508 Fire resistive substitution.

In UBC Section 508, Fire resistive substitution, add the following exception:

"Exception: In one-story E-1 occupancies, a fire sprinkler may be used in accordance with this sectionfor fire-resistive substitution under the following conditions:

1. The fire sprinkler system must be fully compliant with UBC Standard 9-1.

2. The total square footage of the building must be 20,000 square feet or less, or areaseparation walls or occupancy separations having a fire-resistive rating of not less thantwo hours must be provided to subdivide the building into separate compartments thatcontain an aggregate floor area not greater than 20,000 square feet. When two-hour ratedoccupancy separations are used, they must extend up through the attic to provide acomplete fire break."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.904.1.4 Fire-extinguishing systems; state permit.

In UBC Section 904, Fire-extinguishing systems, add subsection 904.1.4 as follows:

"904.1.4 State permit. No sprinkler systems shall be designed, modified, installed or maintained exceptunder the supervision of an individual or company holding a valid permit issued by the state fire marshalas required in 13 AAC 50.035. The requirement for such a state fire marshal permit is not required inone- and two-family dwellings and mobile homes."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.904.2.2 Fire-extinguishing systems; floor area.

In UBC Section 904.2.2, Fire-extinguishing systems, all occupancies except Group R, Division 3 andGroup U occupancies, in the first sentence, delete the following:

"the floor area exceeds 1,500 square feet (139.4 m2) and".(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.904.2.2 Fire-extinguishing systems; automatic sprinkler system.

Revise UBC Section 904.2.2, Fire-extinguishing systems, all occupancies except Group R, Division 3and Group U occupancies, by deleting the fifth paragraph and exceptions and adding the following paragraph:

"5. In all newly created buildings that have floors used for human occupancy over 35 feet above thelowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be equipped throughout the building with anautomatic sprinkler system that complies with Chapter 9 of the Uniform Building Code andChapter 10 of the Uniform Fire Code. This shall not affect the provisions of UBC Section 505,Allowable Area Increases or UBC Section 508, Fire Resistive Substitution."

Add subsections 6, 7 and 8 as follows:

"6. When new construction, addition or remodeling creates a building where the ground floor area

exceeds 12,000 square feet. For this section only, not less than four-hour area separation wallsmay be used to divide larger buildings into buildings less than 12,000 square feet, however,automatic closing door openings with three-hour fire resistive ratings are allowed at a rate of nomore than one opening in every 50 lineal feet of area separation wall."

"7. When new construction, addition or remodeling creates a building where the total area underroof, regardless of area separation walls, exceeds 24,000 square feet."

"8. In all buildings more than three stories in height."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.904.2.4.1 Fire-extinguishing systems, Group E occupancies.

In UBC Section 904.2.4.1, Fire-extinguishing systems, Group E occupancies, delete exceptions 1 and 2.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.904.3.2 Fire-extinguishing systems; alarms.

In UBC Section 904.3.2, Fire-extinguishing systems, alarms, in the second sentence, add "visual strobe"after "audible."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.904.4 Permissible sprinkler omissions.

In UBC Section 904.4, Permissible sprinkler omissions, a new item as follows:

"6. In elevator mechanical rooms when all of the following criteria are met:"

"6.1. The building is otherwise protected throughout with an approved automatic sprinklersystem and;"

"6.2. Such rooms are separated from the remainder of the building by a two-hour fire resistiveoccupancy separation with all openings in the separation protected by a fire assemblyhaving a 1 1/2 hour fire protection rating and;"

"6.3. Such rooms are used exclusively for such equipment and;"

"6.4. An approved automatic smoke detection system is installed in such rooms and the systemis supervised by an approved central, proprietary or remote service or a local alarm whichwill give an audible signal at constantly attended locations and;"

"6.5. Other approved fire-protection equipment such as portable fire extinguishers or class IIstandpipes are provided adjacent to the entry into the room."

"The above does not apply to elevator shafts. The fire sprinkler head for the top of elevator shafts mayhave a marked globe valve sealed open installed so the single head can be turned off in an emergency."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1002 Definition of "private stairway."

In UBC Section 1002, Definitions, "Private stairway", add the following to the end of the definition:

"and not used by the public."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1003.3.3.6 Handrails.

Following UBC Section 1003.3.3.6, Handrails, insert a new paragraph reading:

"In stairways serving a Group E, Division 3 occupancy, additional handrails located midway, plus orminus two inches, between the normal handrails and the nosing of the treads shall be provided if thestairway serves as an exit for children five years of age or younger."

"The additional handrails shall have a space of not less than 1 1/2 inches between the wall and thehandrails. The handgrip portion of the additional handrails shall be 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 inches in crosssectional dimension."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1009 Building security.

Delete UBC Section 1009, Building security, in its entirety.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1101.1 Accessibility, scope, general.

In UBC Section 1101.1, Accessibility, scope, general, add new paragraphs as follows:

"Building owners are responsible to meet certain federal laws and regulations which regulateaccessibility for disabled individuals in construction, addition, remodel, repair, and use of buildings.Among these regulations are the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Federal Fair HousingAmendments Act (FHA)."

"The Uniform Building Code and Title 19 do not necessarily meet the minimum requirements of theADA or the FHA. The City and Borough of Juneau does not enforce those federal laws. Compliancewith this code does not constitute compliance with the federal laws and does not provide immunity fromliability under the federal laws."

"Under section 19.01.104.2.7 and section 19.01.104.2.8, Modifications and Alternative Materials andMethods, the City and Borough review plans prepared under the federal laws and approve constructionwork performed under the federal laws as meeting this code without thereby certifying that any federalrequirements have been met. The design and construction of buildings to meet the federal laws are theexclusive responsibility of the owner of the building or structure."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1101.2 Accessibility, standards of quality.

In UBC Section 1101.2, Accessibility, standards of quality, change adopted standard to "ICC/ANSIA117.1-1998."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1101.3 Design.

In UBC Section 1101.3, Design, change adopted standard to "ICC/ANSI A117.1-1998."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1102 Definitions, CABO/ANSI A117.1.

In UBC Section 1102, Definitions, CABO/ANSI A117.1, change adopted standard to "ICC/ANSIA117.1-1998."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1103.1.9.1 Accessibility, Group R occupancies, general.

Add the following sentence at the end of the first paragraph of UBC Section 1103.1.9.1, Accessibility,Group R occupancies, general:

"At least one building entrance shall be on an accessible route unless it is impractical to do so because ofthe terrain or unusual characteristics of the site."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1103.1.9.3 Accessibility, Group R occupancies, multifamily dwellings.

Change the first sentence of UBC Section 1103.1.9.3, Accessibility, Group R occupancies, multifamilydwellings, as follows:

"In Group R, Division 1 occupancy apartments containing five or more dwelling units and Group R,Division 3 occupancies where there are five or more dwelling units in a single structure, all dwellingunits shall be Type B dwelling units."

For reference:

A. Group R, Division 1 occupancies are apartments, hotels and condos with three or moredwelling units.

B. Group R, Division 3 occupancies are houses with one or two units as well as zero-lot linehomes and zero-lot townhouses.

C. Type A dwelling units are required to be fully accessible for the disabled.

D. Type B dwelling units are "adaptable", roughly meaning that room and door dimensionsare adequate and fixture controls are mounted for use by disabled individuals but grabbars do not need to be installed and cabinets and fixtures can be installed at standardheights as long as they can be easily adjusted for use by disabled individuals.

E. Adaptable (Type B) units are only required on the ground floor unless an elevator isinstalled and the building code does not require elevators in any residential building.(UBC 1103.1.9.3, Exception 1)

F. Individual units that extend up more than one story in height and do not have elevators donot require adaptability. (UBC 1103.1.9.3, Exception 3)

G. The number of units requiring adaptability may be reduced by the percentage of the sitewith original grades in excess of 10 percent. (UBC 1103.1.9.3, Exception 4)

The UBC requirement for adaptable dwelling units in four-unit and larger projects is based on theFederal Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 and is required by federal law regardless of whetherfederal funds are involved. The Federal Fair Housing Amendments Act is enforced by lawsuit in federalcourt similar to the Americans with Disabilities Act.

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1103.1.10 Building accessibility, Group S occupancies.

In UBC Section 1103.1.10, Building accessibility, Group S occupancies, add the following exception:

"Exception: For the total number of accessible for-rental storage units, use the same number of units asthe number of required parking spaces in Table A-11-A, Number of Accessible Parking Spaces, in UBCAppendix Chapter 11. At least one of every type of for-rental storage unit shall be accessible."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1103.1.12 Temporary structures.

Add a new UBC Section 1103.1.12, Temporary structures, as follows:

"1103.1.12 Temporary structures. Temporary structures as defined in 19.01.113 shall be accessible asfollows:"

"1) Construction related: no accessibility requirements,"

"2) Event related: the structure shall meet the accessibility requirements of the code, exceptthat in regard to toilet facilities: when approved by the building official, temporaryaccessible bathrooms may be used, and/or accessible bathrooms in another accessiblebuilding on the same site or an adjacent or nearby site may be used when a signed useagreement is provided."

"3) Seasonal structures: Toilet facilities may be as per (2) above. The seasonal building itselfshall be wheelchair accessible per the ICC/ANSI A117.1 or ADA-AG guidelines if morethan the owner(s) will be allowed in the building."

"Exception: Access is always required for kiosks used by the public. For employee-onlykiosks, a "broker" kiosk requires a five-foot turning diameter due to potentially more thanone person working inside; "vendor" or one-person working kiosks can delete the five-foot circle as long as the door is wide enough for a wheelchair and the employee can backinto the vendor kiosk and work from within. Also, when only employees use these vendorkiosks (never the public), then ICC/ANSI A117.1 or ADA-AG complying entranceplatforms and ramps are not required; rather, a portable ramp stored on-site is anacceptable alternate."

"4) First phase buildings: Toilet facilities may be as per (2) above. The first phase buildingitself shall be wheelchair accessible per the ICC/ANSI A117.1 or ADA-AG guidelines."

"5) Temporary fabric covered buildings: Access for the disabled is required when buildingpermits are required by title 19 for uses which require access for persons with disabilities.Access is required per (2) or (3) above when more than the owners enter or occupy thebuilding."

"6) Caretaker facilities: no accessibility requirements."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1105.2.2 Facility accessibility, toilet facilities.

In UBC Section 1105.2.2, Facility accessibility, toilet facilities, add a new paragraph as follows:

"In all occupancies, change the required clearance for toilets (water closets) in ICC/ANSI 117.1-1998,Section 604.2 and Figure 604.2 from "16 inches (405 mm) minimum to 18 inches (455 mm) maximum"to read "17 inches (432 mm) minimum to 19 inches (483 mm) maximum"."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1202.2.1 Ventilation generally.

In UBC Section 1202.2.1, General, add the following to the end of the first paragraph:

"In newly-created Group B, occupancies, mechanical ventilation will be required in all spaces that areused as offices if the total aggregate area for the office use exceeds 1,000 square feet on each floor. Noallowance for natural ventilation by openable windows is allowed. The system shall deliver not less thanthe air volume of outside or return air or both as required by this code."

In the second paragraph, delete the following:

" . . . a fully openable exterior window with an area not less that three square feet (0.279 m2), or . . . "(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1203.2 Light in Group R occupancies.

In UBC Section 1203.2, Light in Group R occupancies, change the first sentence to read:

"All guest rooms, dormitories and habitable rooms within a dwelling unit or congregate residence shallbe provided with natural light by means of exterior glazed openings with an area not less than eightpercent of the floor area of such rooms."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1203.3 Ventilation in Group R occupancies.

In UBC Section 1203.3, Ventilation in Group R occupancies, change the first sentence to read:

"Guest rooms and habitable rooms within a dwelling unit or congregate residence shall be provided withnatural ventilation by means of openable exterior openings with an area not less than 4% of the floorarea of such rooms."

Delete the third paragraph and replace the first sentence of the fourth paragraph with the following:

"All bathrooms, water closet compartments, laundry rooms with more than one clothes washer and oneclothes dryer and similar rooms shall be provided with a mechanical exhaust system connected directlyto the outside with a minimum rated exhaust capacity of 50 cubic feet per minute and 100 cubic feet perminute for kitchens."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1402.1 Weather-resistant barriers.

In UBC Section 1402.1, Weather-resistant barriers, delete exceptions 1, 2, and 4--6.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1505.3 Attic ventilation.

In UBC Section 1505.3, Attic ventilation, delete the following:

"Where determined necessary by the building official due to atmospheric or climatic conditions."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1506.6 Roof drainage.

In UBC Section 1506, Roof drainage, add subsection 6 as follows:

"1506.6 Sliding snow and ice. Roofs shall be designed so that snow is not discharged onto public ways,onto adjoining property, onto or against other buildings or in a manner that blocks any required exitfrom any building excepting yards."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1612.3.2 Alternate basic load combinations.

In UBC Section 1612.3.2, Alternate basic load combinations, delete Exception 2 and add the followingto the end of the section:

"A minimum of 25 percent of the design snow load shall be included with seismic loads."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1614 Snow loads.

In UBC Section 1614, Snow loads, add the following as the second paragraph:

"For all elevations up to and including 500 feet above MLLW, the minimum basic ground snow loadshall be 70 pounds per square foot and the minimum roof snow load shall be 50 pounds per square foot.For elevations more than 500 feet above MLLW, the snow load shall be determined by the buildingofficial."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1618 Basic wind speed for determining design wind pressure.

In UBC Section 1618, Basic wind speed, change the first sentence to read:

"The minimum basic wind speed for determining design wind pressure shall be determined by thebuilding official using the Juneau Basic Wind Speed Map, dated 11/17/98."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1630.1.1 Minimum design lateral forces and related effects.

In UBC Section 1630.1, Minimum design lateral forces and related effects, delete item three and add anew item three to read:

"A minimum of 25 percent of the design snow load shall be included."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Table_16-I Seismic zone factor Z.

In UBC Table_16-I, Seismic zone factor Z, change seismic zone factor Z for Zone 2B to 0.26 and usethis modified Zone 2B for the City and Borough of Juneau.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Table_16-Q Interpolating values, Table_16-Q.

In UBC Table_16-Q interpolate the values using Z = 0.26.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Table_16-R Interpolating values, Table 16-R.

In UBC Table_16-R interpolate the values using Z = 0.26.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1701.5.7.2 Structural masonry.

In UBC Section 1701.5.7.2, Structural masonry, add the following to the exception:

"This does not relieve the requirements in Section 2105, Quality Assurance."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1703 Nondestructive testing.

In UBC Section 1703, Nondestructive testing, delete "in Seismic Zones 3 and 4" from the first sentence.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1804.8 Foundation investigation.

In UBC Section 1804, Foundation investigation, add a new subsection reading as follows:

"1804.8 Each application for a permit for construction in an area which has been previouslyfilled without a grading permit, was an exception to UBC Appendix Chapter 33, Excavation andGrading, of the applicable building code or was not filled in compliance with the applicable provisionsof UBC Appendix Chapter 33 in effect when the fill was made or which appears to the building officialto have an inadequate soil bearing capacity shall be accompanied by an engineering report andrecommendation by a qualified engineer with substantial experience in soils or geologic engineeringlicensed to practice in the state; the building official shall incorporate in the permit thoserecommendations contained in the report which the building official deems necessary together with suchother requirements as may be necessary to ensure the stability and safety of the proposed structure."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1806.1 Footings.

In UBC Section 1806.1, Footings, add new sentences to the end of the first paragraph reading:

"The minimum depth of frostline shall be presumed to be 32 inches. Walls retaining more than four feetof unbalanced earth shall be designed as retaining walls. Exterior decks, landings, and platforms notrigidly attached to the building and not greater than 30 inches above grade may bear directly on theground. Bearing materials shall meet other portions of this code."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.1814.4 Design standard for treated wood foundation system, footing design.

In UBC Section 1814.4, Design standard for treated wood foundation system, footing design, delete thesixth paragraph and substitute the following:

"The all-wood foundation system may only be installed in Type GW, GP, SW, and SP soils unless acomplete soils investigation and foundation design, prepared by an engineer registered in the state issubmitted for approval."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.2306.14 Decay and termite protection.

In UBC Section 2306, Decay and termite protection, add the following new subsection:

"2306.14 Finished grade. The finished grade of the under-floor surface may be located at the bottom ofthe footings; however, where there is evidence that the groundwater table can rise to within six inches(153mm) of the finished floor at the building perimeter or where there is evidence that the surface waterdoes not readily drain from the building site, the grade of the under-floor space shall be as high as theoutside finished grade, unless an approved drainage system is provided."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.2320.12.11 Roof and ceiling framing.

In UBC Section 2320.12, Roof and ceiling framing, add a new subsection 11, reading:

"2320.12.11 Framing anchors. Framing anchors, ties, or other mechanical devices shall be used for theconnection of roof rafters or trusses to wall plates. Such ties shall be spaced no farther than 48 inchesapart to resist the wind uplift forces."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.2701 Electrical systems.

In UBC Section 2701, Electrical systems, change "Section 206" to read "UBC Section 206".(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.2801 Mechanical systems.

In UBC Section 2801, Mechanical systems, add: "(See UBC Section 214, Mechanical Code)" at the endof the sentence.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.2901 Plumbing systems.

In UBC Section 2901, Plumbing systems, add: "(See UBC Section 217, Plumbing Code)" at the end ofthe sentence.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.2902.3 Plumbing systems in Groups B, F, H, M and S occupancies.

In UBC Section 2902.3, Plumbing systems in Groups B, F, H, M and S occupancies, in the first

paragraph, add a fourth sentence as follows:

"For minor uses, the building official may approve facilities in nearby buildings with adequate assuranceof continued access."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.2903 Plumbing systems, alternate number of fixtures.

In UBC Section 2903, Plumbing systems, alternate number of fixtures, change "Section 101.3" to read"Section 19.01.101.3, Scope".(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.3003.2 Elevator smoke detection recall.

In UBC Section 3003.2, Elevator smoke detection recall, in the first sentence, delete the words "Whenthe elevator vertical travel is 25 feet (7,620 mm) or more," and "associated."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.3004 Elevator hoistway venting.

In UBC Section 3004, Elevator hoistway venting, delete the last sentence of the first paragraph and addthe following exception after the first paragraph:

"Exception: When energy conservation requires that the vents be normally closed, automatic venting byactuation of an elevator lobby detector or power failure may be accepted. When hoistway pressurizationis used, venting upon power failure may be accepted. In either case, a manual override shall beprovided."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.3201 Construction in the public right-of-way.

Add the following as the sixth paragraph of UBC Section 3201, Construction in the public right-of-way:

"If the building official, after a review of plans and engineering data provided by an architect orengineer, finds that a proposed alternative would be safe and that the public convenience and use of thestreets and sidewalks would not be significantly impaired, the following provisions of the code may bewaived or modified for a balcony, appendage, marquee or awning on a structure within the historicdistrict if approved by the design review board as contributing to the historic character of the historicdistrict:"

"(A) The last sentence in Section 3204."

"(B) Sections 3205.2, 3205.3 and 3205.4."

"(C) The second sentence of Section 3206.2."

"(D) Section 3206.3."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.3400 Existing structures.

Where UBC Chapter 34, Existing structures is referred to elsewhere in the codes, section 19.01.101.4shall take precedence. See also UBC Appendix Chapter 34, Existing Structures.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.3401 UBC Section 3401.

In UBC Section 3401, second paragraph, change in use, change "Sections 109 and 3405" to read"section 19.01.101.4.6 and UBC Section 3405."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_3_Division_I Detention and correctional facilities.

UBC Appendix Chapter 3, Division I, Detention and correctional facilities is hereby adopted.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_3_Division_II Agricultural buildings.

UBC Appendix 3, Division II, Agricultural buildings is hereby adopted.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_3_Division_III Requirements for Group R, Division 3 occupancies.

UBC Appendix 3, Division III, Requirements for Group R, Division 3 occupancies is hereby adopted.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_3_Division_IV Requirements for Group R, Division 4 occupancies.

UBC Appendix 3, Division IV, Requirements for Group R, Division 4 occupancies is hereby adoptedwith the following changes:

Delete the second sentence.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_4_Division_I Barriers for swimming pools, spas and hot tubs.

UBC Appendix 4, Division I, Barriers for swimming pools, spas and hot tubs is hereby adopted.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_4_Division_II Aviation control towers.

UBC Appendix 4, Division II, Aviation control towers is hereby adopted.

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_9 Basement inlet pipes.

UBC Appendix 9, Basement inlet pipes is hereby adopted.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_11_Division_I Site accessibility.

UBC Appendix 11, Division I, Site accessibility is hereby adopted with the following changes:

Change adopted standard to "ICC/ANSI A117.1-1998."(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_11_Division_II Accessibility for existing buildings.

UBC Appendix 11, Division II, Accessibility for existing buildings is hereby adopted with the followingchanges:

Change adopted standard to "ICC/ANSI A117.1-1998".(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_12_Division_I Interior environment, ventilation.

UBC Appendix 12, Division I, Interior environment, ventilation is hereby adopted with the followingchanges:

In Section 1207.3 Interior environment, toilet rooms, in the first sentence delete the words "a fullyoperable exterior window at least three square feet (0.27m2) in area;."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_12_Division_II Sound transmission control.

UBC Appendix 12, Division II, Sound transmission control is hereby adopted with the followingchanges:

In Section 1208.1, General, add the following after "corridors and service areas" in the first sentence:

"or from other occupancies except from occupancy Group U associated with the individualdwelling unit."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_15 Reroofing.

UBC Appendix 15, Reroofing is hereby adopted with the following changes:

In UBC Appendix Chapter 15, Reroofing, delete Section 1515, Inspections.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_16_Division_I Snow load design.

UBC Appendix 16, Division I, Snow load design is hereby adopted with the following changes:

In Section 1637.1, Snow load design, scope, add the following paragraph after the first sentence: "Thisdivision applies to Group R, Division 3 and Group U occupancies at the discretion of the buildingofficial."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_16_Division_II Earthquake recording instrumentation.

UBC Appendix 16, Division II, Earthquake recording instrumentation is hereby adopted with thefollowing changes:

In Section 1649, General, delete the words "In seismic zones 3 and 4" from the first sentence.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_16_Division_IV Earthquake regulations for seismic-isolated structures.

UBC Appendix 16, Division IV, Earthquake regulations for seismic-isolated structures is herebyadopted.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_18 Waterproofing and dampproofing foundations.

UBC Appendix 18, Waterproofing and dampproofing foundations is hereby adopted with the followingchanges:

In Section 1819, Waterproofing and dampproofing foundations, delete the exception.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_21 Prescriptive masonry construction in high-wind areas.

UBC Appendix 21, Prescriptive masonry construction in high-wind areas is hereby adopted.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_23 Conventional light-frame construction in high-wind areas.

UBC Appendix 23, Conventional light-frame construction in high-wind areas is hereby adopted with thefollowing changes:

Revise Section 2365.2, Conventional light-frame construction in high-wind areas, Exception to read:

"Group R, Division 3 occupancies and Group U occupancies need not comply with this chapterunless special circumstances exist which, in the opinion of the building official, warrant use ofthese requirements."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_29 Minimum plumbing fixtures.

UBC Appendix 29, Minimum plumbing fixtures is hereby adopted with the following changes:

In Table A-29-A, Minimum plumbing fixtures, delete the row concerning worship places and the rowabove concerning occupant calculations for worship places.

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_30 Elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators and moving walks.

UBC Appendix 30, Elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators and moving walks is hereby adopted with thefollowing changes:

Delete Section 3008, Purpose; Section 3009, Scope; and Section 3011, Permits - Certificates ofinspection. Note that the ANSI elevator code is enforced by the state of Alaska elevator inspector.

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_31_Division_I Flood resistant construction.

UBC Appendix 31, Division I, Flood resistant construction is hereby adopted with the followingchanges:

In Section 3108.4 Flood resistant foundations, at the end of the first sentence, add "and other engineeredfoundations" after "piles." Replace "pile" with "foundation" throughout the remainder of this subsection.

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_31_Division_II Membrane structures.

UBC Appendix 31, Division II, Membrane structures is hereby adopted.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_31_Division_III Patio covers.

UBC Appendix 31, Division III, Patio covers is hereby adopted.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_33 Excavation and grading.

UBC Appendix 33, Excavation and grading is hereby adopted with the following changes:

Delete Section 3306, Excavation and grading, permits required; 3310, Grading fees; Table A-33-A,

Grading plan review fees; and Table A-33-B, Grading permit fees.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_34 Existing non-high rise structures.

UBC Appendix 34, Existing structures is hereby adopted with the following changes:

Revise Section 3406.1, Existing non-high rise structures, by adding the following paragraph:

"The provisions of this division may not be construed to allow the elimination of fire protection systemsor a reduction in the level of fire safety provided in buildings constructed in conformance withpreviously adopted codes."

Revise Section 3406.2, Existing non-high rise structures, effective date, to read:

"Plans for compliance shall be submitted for approval within 18 months of notification of violation ofthis chapter by the building division and the work required for compliance shall be completed within 18months of permit issuance."

In Section 3413, revise the first paragraph to read:

"These requirements apply to all high-rise buildings constructed before 10/28/90 which have floors usedfor human occupancy which are located more than 75 feet (22,860 mm) above the lowest level ofapproved fire department vehicle access."

Revise Section 3413, by adding the following paragraph:

"The provisions of this division may not be construed to allow the elimination of fire protection systemsor a reduction in the level of fire safety provided in buildings constructed in conformance withpreviously adopted codes. Plans for compliance shall be submitted for approval within 18 months ofnotification of violation of this chapter by the building division and the work required for complianceshall be completed within 18 months of permit issuance."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Appendix_34_3406.3 Fire hazard in existing non-high rise structures.

Add a new UBC Appendix Chapter 34, Section 3406.3, Existing non-high rise structures, as follows:

"Section 3406.3. Fire hazard. An existing building, regardless of occupancy, that exceeds the areas andheights allowed by Chapter 5 of this code or that does not conform to the requirements of Section 503,Location on the Property, and in the building official's opinion presents a serious fire threat to adjacentproperty, will, in the building official's discretion, be required to have installed an approved automaticsprinkler system, area separation walls, a combination of both, or other approved means intended toreduce the fire threat."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.UBC_Standards Standards, material, testing and installation standards.

UBC Standards, material, testing and installation standards are hereby adopted.(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

19.03.Standard_9-1_4-4.1.7.2.5 Elevator hoistways and machine rooms.

UBC Standard 9-1, Section 4-4.1.7 is revised by the addition of a new section 4-4.1.7.2 to read:

"4-4.1.7.2(a) Elevator hoistways and machine rooms. Sidewall spray sprinklers shall be installed at thebottom of each elevator hoistway, not more than two feet (0.61 m) above the floor of the pit."

"Exception: For enclosed, noncombustible elevator shafts that do not contain combustible hydraulicfluids, the sprinklers at the bottom of the shaft are not required. Automatic sprinklers in elevatormachine rooms or at the top of hoistways shall be of ordinary or intermediate temperature rating.Upright or pendent spray sprinklers shall be installed at the top of elevator hoistways."

"Exception: Sprinklers are not required at the tops of noncombustible hoistways of passenger elevatorswhose car enclosure materials meet the requirements of ASME A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators andEscalators."

(Serial No. 99-19, § 2, 1999)

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