Appendix 8200. Modifications of the California Building Code.

(a)

Adopt Chapter 7A, and Add Section 701A.2.1 to read as follows:

701A.2.1 Fire Severity Zone established. For the purposes of this code, the entire City of Agoura Hills is hereby designated as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ).

(b)

Amend Section 705A.2 to read as follows:

705A.2 Roof coverings. All roof covering shall be a Class A assembly as specified in Section 1505.2 of this code. Where the roof profile allows a space between the roof covering and roof decking, the spaces shall be constructed to prevent the intrusion of flames and embers, be fire-stopped with approved materials or have one layer of No. 72 ASTM cap sheet installed over the combustible decking. Wood-shingle and wood shake roofs are prohibited in the City of Agoura Hills.

(c)

Add Section 710A.3.2 Exception 1 to read as follows:

Exception: Non-combustible detached accessory structures less than 200 s.f. not used for human occupancy with minimum separation of 20 feet from other structures.

(d)

Amend Sections 903.2 to read as follows:

903.2 Where required. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed:

1.

Throughout all new buildings.

Exceptions:

1.

Accessory buildings in group U occupancy where floor area is not more than 200 square feet and the building is separated from other buildings by a minimum of 6 feet.

2.

Detached gazebos, pergolas and carports open on two or more sides and separated from other buildings by a minimum of 6 feet.

3.

Additions or remodel of less than 50% to existing buildings with no fire sprinkler in place.

4.

Non-combustible detached structures, less than 600 square feet, not used for human occupancy with minimum separation of 20 feet from other buildings.

2.

Throughout the entire building where the floor area for the addition exceeds 50% of the existing floor area within any 12-month period.

3.

In additions to existing buildings already equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler system.

For the purpose of requiring the automatic fire sprinkler systems specified in this chapter, the entire floor area within the building footprint, including attached garage area shall be considered.

An automatic fire sprinkler system need not be installed in spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for telecommunications equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment, batteries and standby engines, provided those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an automatic fire alarm system and are separated from the remainder of the building by fire barriers consisting of not less than 1-hour fire-resistance-rated walls and 2-hour fire-resistance-rated floor/ceiling assemblies.

(e)

Delete Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.19.1.2. Text continues with Section 903.3.

(f)

Section 3109.2 is amended by adding new definitions to read as follows:

Approved Safety Pool Cover. A manually or power-operated safety pool cover that meets all the performance standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), in compliance with standard F1346-91.

Barrier. Barrier is a fence, wall, building wall or any combination of these that completely surrounds the swimming pool and obstructs access to the swimming pool.

Exit Alarms. Device(s) that make audible, continuous alarm sounds when any door or window, that permits access from the residence to the pool area that is without intervening enclosure, is opened or is left ajar. Exit alarms may be battery operated or connected to the electrical wiring of the building. Home security system may substitute for exit alarms when designed and demonstrated as complying with Section 43.7.1 #5 Exception 2 or field verified.

Swimming Pools/Spa. Any body of water created by artificial means which is designed, intended for use, or used for swimming or immersion purposes, which has a water depth exceeding 18 inches. The term "pool" includes swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, above and below ground, and vinyl-lined pools; "Pool" does not include plumbing fixtures such as bathtubs nor does it apply to man-made lakes, reservoirs, farm ponds, or ponds used primarily for public park purposes, water conservation purposes, irrigation purposes or for the watering of livestock.

(g)

Delete Appendices A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, K, L, M and adopt Appendix J of the 2016 California Building Code.

(Ord. No. 16-425, § 2, 12-14-2016)