ARTICLE III

ARTICLE III. INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

Sec. 8-300. Adopted; where filed; amendments.

(a) That certain document known as the "International Residential Code, 2006 Edition," which has been published as a code in book form by the International Code Council, chapters two through forty-three, and appendix chapters A, B, C, G, H, J and K, three (3) copies with amendments of which are on file in the office of the city clerk, and this same code and appendices are hereby referred to, adopted and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this article.

(b) The provisions of this article, other than subsections (a) and (b) of this section, are amendments to the International Residential Code as now or hereafter adopted in subsection (a). All sections in this article, other than subsections (a) and (b) of this section, shall be considered to be both a part of this code and a part of the International Residential Code.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Charter reference—Adoption by reference, § 2.14.

State law reference—Adoption by reference, A.R.S. § 9-801 et seq.

Sec. R201. General.

Section R201.4 is hereby amended as follows:

R201.4. Terms not defined. Where terms are not defined through the methods authorized by this section, such terms shall have ordinarily accepted meanings such as the context implies. Webster’s Third New International Dictionary of the English Language, Unabridged, shall be considered as providing ordinarily accepted meanings.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R202. Definitions.

Section R202 is hereby amended as follows:

EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE OPENING. An operable window, door or similar device that provides for a means of escape that opens directly into a public street, public alley, yard or court and provides access for rescue in the event of an emergency.

EXTERIOR WALL. Any wall or element of a wall or any member or group of members, which defines the exterior boundaries or courts of a building and which has a slope of sixty (60) degrees or greater with the horizontal plane.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R301. Design criteria.

Section R301.1.1 is hereby amended as follows:

R301.1.1. Alternative provisions. As an alternative to the requirements in Section R301.1 with prior approval of the building official the following standards are permitted subject to the limitations of this code and the limitations therein. Where engineered design is used in conjunction with these standards the design shall comply with the International Building Code.

1. American Forest and Paper Association (AF&PA) Wood Frame Construction Manual (WFCM).

2. American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), Standard for Cold-Formed Steel Framing-Prescriptive Method for One- and Two-family Dwellings (COFS/PM).

Table R301.2(1) is hereby amended as follows:

TABLE R301.2 (1)

CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHICAL DESIGN CRITERIA

Ground snow load

Wind speed^e(mph)

Seismic design category^g

Subject to damage from

Winter design temp^f

Ice shield Under-layment requiredⁱ

Flood Hazards^h

Air Freezing Index^j

Mean Annual Temp.^k

Weathering^a

Frost line depth^b

Termite^c

Decay^d

(3 second. gust)

Negligible

12 inches

moderate to heavy

None to slight

34 degrees

N/A

See Maricopa County

71.2°F

Table 301.5 is hereby amended as follows:

TABLE R301.5

MINIMUM UNIFORMLY DISTRIBUTED LIVE LOADS

(in pounds per square foot)

USE	LIVE LOAD
Attics with limited storage ^{b, g, h}	20
Attics without storage ^b	10
Decks ^e	40
Exterior balconies	60
Fire escapes	40
Guardrails and handrails ^d	200 ⁱ
Guardrails in-fill components ^f	50 ⁱ
Passenger vehicle garages ^a	50 ^a
Rooms other than sleeping rooms	40
Sleeping rooms	40
Stairs	40 ^c

For SI: 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kPa, 1 square inch = 645 mm², 1 pound = 4.45 N.

a. Elevated garage floors shall be capable of supporting a 2,000-pound load applied over a 20-square-inch area.

b. Attics without storage are those where the maximum clear height between joist and rafter is less than 42 inches, or where there are not two or more adjacent trusses with the same web configuration capable of containing a rectangle 42 inches high by 2 feet wide, or greater, located within the plane of the truss. For attics without storage, this live load need not be assumed to act concurrently with any other live load requirements.

c. Individual stair treads shall be designed for the uniformly distributed live load or a 300-pound concentrated load acting over an area of 4 square inches, whichever produces the greater stresses.

d. A single concentrated load applied in any direction at any point along the top.

e. See Section R502.2.1 for decks attached to exterior walls.

f. Guard in-fill components (all those except the handrail), balusters and panel fillers shall be designed to withstand a horizontally applied normal load of 50 pounds on an area equal to 1 square foot. This load need not be assumed to act concurrently with any other live load requirement.

g. For attics with limited storage and constructed with trusses, this live load need be applied only to those portions of the bottom chord where there are two or more adjacent trusses with the same web configuration capable of containing a rectangle 42 inches high or greater by 2 feet wide or greater, located within the plane of the truss. The rectangle shall fit between the top of the bottom chord and the bottom of any other truss member, provided that each of the following criteria is met:

1. The attic area is accessible by a pull-down stairway or framed opening in accordance with Section R807.1; and

2. The truss has a bottom chord pitch less than 2:12.

h. Attic spaces served by a fixed stair shall be designed to support the minimum live load specified for sleeping rooms.

i. Glazing used in handrail assemblies and guards shall be designed with a safety factor of 4. The safety factor shall be applied to each of the concentrated loads applied to the top of the rail, and to the load on the in-fill components. These loads shall be determined independent of one another, and loads are assumed not to occur with any other live load.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R309. Garages and carports.

Section R309.1 is hereby amended as follows:

R309.1. Opening protection. Openings from a private garage directly into a room used for sleeping purposes shall not be permitted. Other openings between the garage and residence shall be equipped with solid wood doors not less than one and three-eighths (1-3/8) inches (35 mm) in thickness, solid or honeycomb core steel doors not less than one and three-eighths (1-3/8) inches (35 mm) thick, or twenty (20) minute fire-rated doors. Doors providing opening protection shall be maintained self-closing and self-latching.

Section R309.2 is hereby amended as follows:

R309.2. Separation required. The garage shall be separated from the residence and its attic area by not less than one-half (1/2) inch (12.7 mm) gypsum board applied to the garage side. Garages beneath habitable rooms shall be separated from all habitable rooms above by not less than five-eighths (5/8) inch (15.9 mm) Type X gypsum board or equivalent. Where the separation is a floor-ceiling assembly, the structure supporting the separation shall also be protected by not less than one-half (1/2) inch (12.7 mm) gypsum board or equivalent.

EXCEPTION: Buildings protected with an automatic fire sprinkler system, including the private garage, the separation shall be permitted to be limited to a minimum one-half (1/2) inch (12.7 mm) gypsum board applied to the garage side.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R311. Means of egress.

Section R311.4.4 is hereby amended as follows:

R311.4.4. Type of lock or latch. All egress doors shall be readily openable from the side from which egress is to be made without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort.

EXCEPTION: Group R, Division 3 Occupancies and individual dwelling units and guest rooms within Group R, Division 1 Occupancies. Such occupancies may be provided with a night latch, double keyed deadbolt or security chain, provided such devices are openable from the inside without the use of a tool.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R313. Smoke alarms and fire sprinklers.

Section R313.4 is hereby added as follows:

R313.4. Fire Sprinklers. All areas of new buildings or structures, and other locations required by this chapter, shall be provided with an automatic fire sprinkler system complying with IBC Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3 as applicable.

EXCEPTION: Automatic fire sprinkler protection systems shall not be required for the following:

1. R-3 Occupancies of five thousand (5,000) square feet or less and other buildings or structures accessory to R-3 Occupancies.

Section R313.4.1 is hereby added as follows:

R313.4.1. Additions. Automatic fire sprinkler protection systems are not required in existing non-sprinklered R-3 Occupancies or additions thereto.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R325. Building security.

Section R325 is hereby added as follows:

R325.1. Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to openings into dwelling units and to openings between attached garages and dwelling units. Door openings, including vehicular access doors in enclosed attached garages shall be in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. An opening in an exterior wall when all portions of such openings are more than twelve (12) feet (3658 mm) vertically or six (6) feet (1829 mm) horizontally from an accessible surface of any adjoining yard, court, passageway, public way, walk, breezeway, patio, planter, porch or similar area.

2. An opening in an exterior wall when all portions of such openings are more than twelve (12) feet (3658 mm) vertically or six (6) feet (1829 mm) horizontally from the surface of any adjoining roof, balcony, landing, stair tread, platform or similar structure or when any portion of such surface is itself more than twelve (12) feet (3658 mm) above an accessible surface.

3. Any opening in a roof when all portions of such roof are more than twelve (12) feet (3658 mm) above an accessible surface.

4. Openings when the small dimension is six (6) inches (152 mm) or less, provided that the closest edge of the opening is at least thirty-six (36) inches (914 mm) from the locking device of the door or window assembly.

5. Openings protected by required fire door assemblies having a fire-endurance rating of not less than forty-five (45) minutes.

R325.2. Swinging doors.

R325.2.1. General. Swinging doors shall be one of the following:

1. Wood flush‑type door one and three-fourths (1‑3/4) inches thick minimum.

2. Wood panel‑type door one and three-fourths (1‑3/4) inches thick minimum with all panels fabricated from material not less than three-eighths (3/8) inch in thickness; provided all shaped portions of the panels are not less than one-fourth (1/4) inch thick.

3. Ferrous metal doors of solid or hollow core construction with surfaces not less than twenty-four (24) gauge in thickness.

4. Other metal doors with surfaces not less than the equivalent of sixteen (16) gauge sheet metal (0.06 inch) in thickness.

R325.2.2. Locking hardware. Single swinging doors and the active leaf of doors in pairs shall be equipped with an approved exterior key operating deadbolt or locking device as follows:

1. Strike deadbolts with a minimum throw of one inch and an embedment of not less than five-eighths (5/8) inch into the holding device receiving the projected bolt.

2. Hook shape or expanding lug deadbolts with a minimum throw of three-fourths (3/4) inch.

3. Deadbolts or locks which automatically activate two (2) or more deadbolts with an embedment of not less than one-half (l/2) inch into the holding device receiving the projected bolts.

The inactive leaf of doors in pairs shall be equipped with manually or automatically operated hardened bolts at the top and bottom, with an embedment not less than one-half (1/2) inch into the device receiving the projected bolt.

Cylinder guards shall be installed on all mortise or rim‑type cylinder locks whenever the cylinder projects beyond the face of the door or is otherwise accessible to gripping tools.

R325.3. Windows. Window assemblies regulated by this chapter which are designed to be openable shall be constructed and installed so as to prohibit raising, sliding, or removal of the moving section while in the closed and locked position, unless such windows are protected by approved metal bars, screens or grilles. Louvered windows regulated by this chapter shall be protected by approved metal bars or grilles.

R325.4. Upward acting doors. Upward acting doors shall be secured with a cylinder lock, padlock with a hardened steel shackle and hardened steel hasp, metal slide bar, bolt or equivalent device, unless secured by electric power operation.

Cylinder guards shall be installed on all mortise or rim‑type cylinder locks whenever the cylinder projects beyond the face of the door or is otherwise accessible to gripping tools.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R401. General.

Section R401.1 is hereby amended by adding Exception 3 as follows:

3. Where a design is not provided, the minimum foundation requirements for stud and concrete masonry bearing walls shall be as set forth in Table R403.1.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R403. Footings.

Table R403.1 is hereby amended as follows:

TABLE R403.1

FOUNDATIONS FOR STUD AND CONCRETE MASONRY

BEARING WALLS – MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Number of

Floors

Supported by

the Foundation³

Thickness of Foundation Wall²

(inches – Nominal Dimension)

Width of Footing^2,4(W)\ (inches)

Thickness of Footing (inches)

Depth Below Undisturbed Soil (inches)

Stud Wall

Concrete

Masonry⁵

Stud Wall¹

Masonry Wall

Stud Wall

Masonry Wall

For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kN/m².

1. Interior stud bearing walls may be supported by isolated footings. The footing width and length shall be twice the width shown in this table and the footings shall be spaced not more than 6 feet (1,829 mm) on center.

2. A minimum of two (2) #4 reinforcing bars (minimum grade 40) are required in the footing/stem concrete. If metal hold downs are used, one #4 horizontal reinforcing bar must be placed within the top 6 of the stem wall.

3. Foundations may support a roof in addition to the stipulated number of floors. Foundations supporting roofs only shall be as required for supporting only one floor.

4. Isolated columns carrying loads in excess of 750 lbs shall be supported on minimum 4 square feet of footing, with minimum width of 24 inches. Maximum bearing pressure from service loads shall not exceed 1500 psf unless recommended by the soils report.

5. Foundation wall width may not be less than the width of the masonry wall.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R614. Earthen wall structures.

Section R614 is hereby added as follows:

R614.1. General. Earthen structures with any site condition may be designed with accepted engineering practice for earthen wall structures and with provisions of this section.

R614.1.1. Earthen materials. This section shall establish minimum standards for safety for construction of earthen materials structures, collectively known as adobe, burnt adobe, rammed earth, and hydraulic pressed unit construction.

R614.1.2. Professional registration required. Plans and specifications designed under the provisions of R614 shall be prepared by a registered professional architect or engineer licensed in the state for which the project is to be constructed.

R614.2. Minimum thickness. This minimum thickness of earthen structures shall be designed to limit tension to zero unless tensil reinforcement is provided. Walls shall be designed to meet forces prescribed by IBC Chapter 16. The measurement of height of walls shall be the distance between points of lateral support. Wall thickness shall be measured from face to face of each wall withe. The thickness of walls using racked joints shall be the surface to surface distance of the mortar joints. The withes of wall sections shall not be combined without cross bonding of the masonry units throughout the structural element. Cross bonding shall mean overlapping of not less than one-third (1/3) of the dimension of the masonry units.

R614.3. Support conditions. Earthen structures shall be supported on a solid concrete, solid masonry foundation system the width of which shall be not greater than one-sixth (1/6) inch narrower than the earthen structure which it supports. Earthen structures shall not be less than six (6) inches above adjacent grade.

R614.4. Corbeled wall elements. The maximum corbelled projection beyond the face of the wall shall not be more than four (4) inches. Such corbeled projections shall add additional thickness to the wall, the opposite face of the wall remaining plane with the primary wall plane.

R614.5. Moisture barrier. A moisture barrier equal to thirty (30) lb. asphalt impregnated building paper, or equivalent moisture resistant barrier, shall be installed between the supporting foundation and the earthen wall material.

R614.6. Allowable stresses. Allowable compressive, tensile and shear stresses in earthen structures shall not exceed the values prescribed in Table R614.6.A. In determining the stresses, the effects of all loads and conditions of loading and the influences of all forces affecting the design and strength of the several parts shall be considered. Bolt values shall not exceed those set forth in International Building Code Table 2109.8.3.1.

R614.6.1. Combined units. In walls composed of different kinds or grades of units, materials or mortars, the maximum stress shall not exceed the allowable stress for the weakest of the combination of units, materials and mortars of which the wall is composed. The net thickness of any facing unit of earthen materials used to resist stress shall not be less than three (3) inches (76 mm).

When dissimilar materials, (e.g. concrete masonry or steel), is used to support earth wall construction, such elements shall be structurally isolated from other earth wall elements. The design shall recognize, with specific detailing, the effects shrinkage of the earth wall construction may have on the structural integrity of the structure.

TABLE R614.6.A

ALLOWABLE STRESSES FOR EMPIRICAL

DESIGN OF EARTHEN WALL STRUCTURES

STRENGTH OF UNIT, GROSS AREA		ALLOWABLE STRESSES CROSS-SECTIONAL AREA	NOTE 1
Compression	300 psi	Normal loading Concentrated loading	30 psi 45 psi
Modulus of rupture	55 psi	Allowable tension without tensile reinforcing	0 psi
Shear	N/A	With special inspection Without special inspection	8 psi 4 psi
Modulus of elasticity	60,000 psi	Allowable deflection	Less than 1/2%

Notes:

1. Gross cross-sectional area shall be calculated on the actual rather than the nominal dimensions.

R614.7. Lateral support. Earthen walls shall be laterally supported in the vertical direction and at intersection with other earthen walls. Support at the top of the wall shall be in accordance with one of the methods in R614.7.1 or R614.7.2.

R614.7.1. Bond beams. A continuous bond beam system embedded in the earthen walls, designed to provide lateral support for the walls without the aid of additional bracing elements such as roof diaphragm. Bond beams of concrete or masonry shall be not less than the width of the wall, minus six (6) inches (152 mm).

R614.7.1.1. Bond beam anchorage. Bond beams shall be anchored to earthen walls at intervals of not over forty-eight (48) inches (1219 mm) by a connection with shear strength of not less than the shear forces in both directions. The shear between a cast in place concrete bond beam and the earthen wall shall not exceed one-eighth (1/8) the dead load at the base of the bond beam unless alternate attachment is provided compatible with the allowable stresses in Table R614.6.A or International Building Code Table 2109.8.3.1.

R614.7.2. Roof diaphragm. A roof diaphragm complying with other provisions of this code adequate to provide lateral support may be used to brace earthen walls. Anchorage shall be tie beams as specified in R614.7.2.2 or other anchorage methods of equal strength.

R614.7.2.1. Tie beams. A tie beam is a beam built into the earthen wall for the purpose of anchoring the roof diaphragm and transferring the lateral perpendicular and parallel forces. Tie beams shall be provided for all earthen walls laterally braced by a roof diaphragm.

R614.7.2.2. Tie beam anchorage. Tie beams shall be anchored to earthen walls at intervals of not over forty-eight (48) inches (1219 mm) by a connection with shear strength of not less than the shear forces in both directions. The shear between a cast in place concrete or masonry tie beam and the earthen wall shall not exceed one-eighth (1/8) the dead load at the base of the bond beam unless alternate attachment is provided compatible with the allowable stresses in Table R614.6.A or International Building Code Table 2109.8.3.1.

R614.8. Lintels. Earthen walls over openings shall be supported by steel lintels, reinforced concrete or masonry lintels or earthen material arches designed to support load imposed. Lintels shall not be supported by rigid structural columns, frames or posts with rigidities greater than the earthen wall unless the design allows for the potential for differential settlements. Small openings less than twelve (12) inches may be constructed without structural lintels.

R614.9. Shear walls. Earthen walls subject to in-plane loads shall be designed to be tension free unless tensile reinforcement is provided. Solid panels less than four (4) feet (1219 mm) shall not be considered shear walls.

R614.10. Opening jambs. Portions of walls between openings shall be constructed with lengths of not less than one and one-half (1-1/2) times the thickness of the wall in which they occur.

R614.11. Freestanding piers. Piers independent of earthen walls shall be designed to support vertical and horizontal loads unless braced by other elements of the structure. Tensile reinforcement shall be provided where tension occurs. When structural posts or columns are provided within the pier or attachments shall be provided to the earthen wall system to laterally secure it.

R614.11.1. Pier cap. A solid concrete cap shall be provided at the top of load bearing piers under all concentrated loads. The cap shall cover not less than fifty percent (50%) of the top pier.

R614.12. Chases. Chases and recesses in earthen walls shall not be deeper than one-third (1/3) the thickness of the wall thickness. The maximum length of a horizontal chase or horizontal projection shall not exceed four (4) feet (1219 mm), and shall have at least eight (8) inches (203 mm) of earthen construction in back of the chases and recesses and between adjacent chases or recesses and at least twelve (12) inches (305 mm) between the chase and the jambs of openings.

Chases and recesses in earthen walls shall be designed and constructed so as not to reduce the required strength or required fire resistance of the wall and in no case shall a chase or recess be permitted within the required area of a pier. Earthen walls directly above chases or recesses wider than sixteen (16) inches (406 mm) shall not be supported on non-combustible lintels.

R614.13. Stack bond. When the earthen wall is constructed of units, (e.g. adobe brick), units shall not be laid in stack bond. Units shall, in all locations throughout the wall system, overlap the courses below by not less than one-third (1/3) the dimension of the units.

EXCEPTION: Ornamental non-structural elements may be laid in stack bond if properly tied to the main structure.

R614.14. Metal reinforcement. All walls shall be anchored at their intersections, at vertical intervals of not more than sixteen (16) inches (406 mm) with joint reinforcement of at least nine (9) gage when using earthen units, (e.g. adobe block). Horizontal reinforcement shall be used throughout the wall system and be continuous at the intersections. Reinforcement used throughout the wall system shall be not more than four (4) inches narrower than the wall thickness.

R614.15. Veneer. All veneers using earthen materials shall be installed in accordance with this section. Such veneers shall be installed with a non-combustible foundation, over concrete masonry, a backing of wood or cold-formed steel and the veneer shall be not less than four (4) inches (101 mm) or greater than eight (8) inches (203 mm) in thickness.

R614.15.1. Anchorage. Earthen units shall be anchored to the supporting wall with a corrosion-resistant veneer tie system mechanically attached to continuous horizontal joint reinforcement continuously installed in the veneer bed joint not less than sixteen (16) inches (406 mm) on center vertically. When earth mortar systems are used, the tie system shall prevent the accumulation of mortar at the base of the veneer. Conventional brick ties shall not be used to anchor earth units.

R614.15.2. Air space. The veneer shall be separated from the sheathing by an air space of a minimum of one inch (25 mm) but not more than two (2) inches (51 mm). A weather-resistant membrane of fifteen (15) pound asphalt-saturated felt shall be provided except when veneer is applied over concrete masonry or concrete backing.

R614.15.3. Flashing. Approved corrosion-resistive flashing shall be provided in the exterior wall envelope in such a manner as to prevent entry of water into the wall cavity or penetration of water into the building structural framing components. The flashing shall extend to the surface of the exterior wall finish and shall be installed to prevent water from reentering the exterior wall envelope. Flashing shall be located beneath the first course of veneer, and at other points of support, including structural floors, shelf angles and lintels. Approved corrosion-resisting flashing shall be installed at all of the following locations:

1. At top of all exterior window and door openings in such a manner as to be leak proof.

2. At the intersection of chimneys or other masonry construction with frame or stucco walls, with projection lips on both sides under stucco copings.

3. Under and at the ends of masonry, wood or metal copings and sills.

4. Where exterior porches, decks or stairs attach to a wall or floor assembly of wood-frame construction.

5. At wall and roof intersections.

R614.15.4. Weep holes. Weep holes shall be provided in the outside withe of masonry walls at a maximum spacing of thirty-three (33) inches (838 mm) on center. Weep holes shall not be less than three-sixteenths (3/16) inches (4.8 mm) in diameter. Weep holes shall be located immediately above the flashing.

R614.16. Buttresses. Earthen walls used as buttresses shall not extend beyond an average length perpendicular to the wall to be braced a distance of six (6) feet (1830 mm) without consideration to out-of-plane bending of the buttress.

R614.17. Gable end walls. Gable end walls shall be constructed using veneer construction as required by R614.15 or shall be provided with lateral bracing to prevent overturn.

R614.18. Ledgers. Ledgers shall not be used to support vertical live and dead loads in excess of seventy-five (75) pounds per lineal foot unless the tension in the wall fur to bending from out-of-plane loads and the eccentric load from the ledger is zero.

R614.19. Material standards. The materials used in earthen wall structures shall comply with the following material standards. For each of the tests prescribed in these standards, five (5) full size sample units shall be selected at random from each lot of units of fraction thereof produced. Mass wall systems such as rammed earth shall provide five (5) tests for each required standard test series.

R614.19.1. Manufacturers of earthen materials. Established manufacturers of earthen materials shall certify compliance with these standards. Copies of their periodic testing shall be supplied to the manufacturer to designers and users of earthen materials shall include the actual dimensions of units, not nominal dimensions.

R614.19.2. Onsite earthen materials. Earthen units, mortar, rammed earth wall materials mined, mixed, formulated, and/or molded on site shall be tested for compliance with these standards. For individual structures, a set of tests shall be provided for the first two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet of wall and an additional test for each additional two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet or portion thereof in the structure. At least one set of tests shall be made for each structure and for each two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet of patio wall. The fabricator of the materials used in the project shall certify in writing to the building official compliance with these standards. The certification shall include the number of units site molded, size of the units, volume of material used as mortar, dates of fabrication, and results of testing of the material. If materials from established manufacturers and onsite materials are used in the project, copies of records including sources, quantities, and location of use within the structure shall be provided to the building official upon request.

R614.19.3. Categories of earthen materials. Type I, II, III, and IV earthen materials are approved for use in construction of projects designed in accordance with R614.

EXCEPTION: Type I adobe shall only be used for repairs and small additions in which new walls do not exceed ten percent (10%) of the surface area of existing walls of Type I construction and for structures constructed of a similar material system and for projects requiring this class of materials to meet historic guidelines.

R614.19.3.1. Required plaster veneer. Adobe of Type I and II shall be protected on the exterior with exterior plaster meeting the requirements of IBC Section 2512 applied over wire lath. Type I and II adobe shall not be used within four (4) inches (102 mm) of the floor or at the top of parapet walls or near potential sources of water which may effect the stability of the earth wall system. Other types of adobe may be left unplastered and may be used without separation from the floor.

R614.19.3.2. Adobe units and mortar. Moisture resistant stabilized adobe units and mortar shall meet the following testing standards as indicated in Table R614.19.3.2. Type S Portland cement mortar may be used for Type II, III, and IV adobe in lieu of earth mortar.

TABLE R614.19.3.2

Material Type	Dry Compression R614.19.3	Wet Compression R614.19.4	Modulus of Rupture R614.19.5	Absorption <2.5% R614.19.6	Absorption <5.0% R614.19.7	Moisture Content R614.19.8.1
I	X		X			X
II	X		X		X	X
III	X		X	X		X
IV		X	X			X

“X” indicates that material must pass the test standards prescribed in this section.

R614.19.3.3. Dry compression strength. Determine the compressive strength of the required number of samples as required by R614.19 in accordance with the following procedures.

R614.19.3.3.1. Dry the specimen. Dry the specimen at a temperature of eighty-five degrees (85° F) +- fifteen degrees (15° F) (twenty-nine degrees (29° C) +- nine degrees (9° C)) in an atmosphere having relative humidity of not more than fifty percent (50%). Weigh the specimen at one-day intervals until constant weight is attained.

R614.19.3.3.2. Cap the specimen. The specimen may be suitably capped with calcined gypsum mortar or the bearing surfaces may be rubbed smooth and true. Then calcined gypsum is used for capping, conduct the test after the capping has set and the specimen has been dried to constant weight in accordance with Item 1 of this section.

R614.19.3.3.3. Test the specimen. Test the specimens in the position in which the earthen unit is designed to be used. And bed on and cap with a felt pad not less then one-eighth (1/8) inch (3.2 mm) or more than one-fourth (1/4) inch (6.4 mm) in thickness.

R614.19.3.3.4. Testing equipment. The loading head shall completely cover the bearing area of the specimen and the applied load shall be transmitted through a spherical bearing block of proper design. The speed of the moving head of the testing machine shall not be more than 0.05 inches (1.27 mm) per minute.

R614.19.3.3.5. Reporting results. Calculate the average compressive strength of the specimens tested and report this as the compressive strength of the block. Units shall have an average dry compressive strength of three hundred (300) psi (2068 kPa) and no individual unit may have a strength of less than two hundred fifty (250) psi (1724 kPa).

R614.19.4. Wet compression strength. Determine the compressive strength of the required number of specimen as required by R614.19 in accordance with the following procedures:

R614.19.4.1. Cap the specimen. The specimens may be suitably capped with a capping material compatible with water saturation or the bearing surfaces may be rubbed smooth and true.

R614.19.4.2. Wetting the specimen. Submerge the specimen under water for not less than eight (8) hours or longer as required until fully saturated.

R614.19.4.3. Test the specimen. Immediately test the specimen in the position in which the earthen unit is designed to be used. Bed on and cap with a felt pad not less than one-eighth (1/8) inch (3.2 mm) or more than one-fourth (1/4) inch (6.4 mm) in thickness.

R614.19.4..4. Testing equipment. The loading head shall completely cover the bearing area of the specimen and the applied load shall be transmitted through a spherical bearing block of proper design. The speed of the moving head of the testing machine shall not be more than 0.05 inch (1.27 mm) per minute.

R614.19.4.5. Reporting results. Calculate the average compressive strength of the specimens tested and report this as the compressive strength of the block. Adobe units shall have an average wet compressive strength of three hundred (300) psi (2068 kPa). Five (5) samples shall be tested and no individual unit may have a wet compressive strength of less than two hundred fifty (250) psi (1724 kPa).

R614.19.5. Modulus of rupture. Adobe units shall have an average modulus of rupture of fifty (50) psi (345 kPa) when tested in accordance with the following procedures. Five (5) samples shall be tested and no individual unit shall have a modulus of rupture of less than thirty-five (35) psi (241 kPa).

R614.19.5.1. Support conditions. A cured unit shall be simply supported by two (2) inch diameter (51 mm) cylindrical supports located two (2) inches (51 mm) in from each end and extending the full width of the unit.

R614.19.5.2. Loading conditions. A two (2) inch diameter (51 mm) cylinder shall be placed at midspan parallel to the supports.

R614.19.5.3. Testing procedure. A vertical load shall be applied to the cylinder at the rate of five hundred (500) pounds per minute (37 N/s) until failure occurs.

R614.19.5.4. Modulus of rupture determination. The modulus of rupture shall be determined by the formula:

Equation R614.19.5.4.1

Fr = 3WLs/2bt2

Where, for the purpose of this section only:

B = Width of the test specimen measured parallel to the loading cylinder, inches (mm)

Fr = Modulus of rupture, psi (Mpa)

Ls = Distance between supports, inches (mm)

T = Thickness of the test specimen measured parallel to the distance of load, inches (mm)

W = The applied load at failure, pounds (N).

R614.19.6. Absorption less than 2.5%. A four (4) inch (102 mm) cube, cut from an adobe unit fired to a constant weight in a ventilated oven at two hundred twelve degrees (212° F) to two hundred thirty-nine degrees (239° F), shall not absorb more than two and one-half percent (2‑1/2%) moisture by weight when placed upon a constantly water-saturated, porous surface for seven (7) days. A minimum of five (5) specimens shall be tested and each specimen shall be cut from a separate unit.

R614.19.7. Absorption less than 5.0%. A four (4) inch (102 mm) cube, cut from an adobe unit fired to a constant weight in a ventilated oven at two hundred twelve degrees (212° F) to two hundred thirty-nine degrees (239° F), shall not absorb more than two and one-half percent (2‑1/2%) moisture by weight when placed upon a constantly water-saturated, porous surface for seven (7) days. A minimum of five (5) specimens shall be tested and each specimen shall be cut from a separate unit.

R614.19.8. Additional requirements. All earthen units shall meet the following requirements:

R614.19.8.1. Moisture content requirements. Earthen units shall have a moisture content not exceeding four percent (4%) by weight at the time of use.

R614.19.8.2. Shrinkage cracks. All earthen units shall not contain more than three (3) shrinkage cracks and any single shrinkage crack shall not exceed three (3) inches (76 mm) in length or one-eighth (1/8) inch (3.2 mm) in width.

R614.19.8.3. Soil requirements. Soil used for moisture resisting adobe units and mortar shall be chemically compatible with the stabilizing material. The soil shall contain sufficient clay to bind the particles together without the aid of stabilizers. The soil shall contain not more than 0.2 percent of water-soluble salts.

R614.19.9. Cement stabilized rammed earth. Cement stabilized rammed earth shall meet the following standards. The installer of the wall system shall comply with the requirements of R614.19.2 for frequency of testing.

R614.19.9.1. Testing before construction. The installer of cement stabilized rammed earth shall provide the following testing before issuance of a building permit.

R614.19.9.2. Materials from a licensed sand and gravel producer. A copy of Proctor ASTM D 698 shall be provided for each soil type and source or combination of sources. Periodic testing as provided by the supplier may be supplied to meet this requirement. The soil shall contain not more than 0.2 percent of water-soluble salts.

R614.19.9.3. Material mined and mixed on site. A copy of ASTM D 698, ASTM C 117, ASTM C 136, and ASTM D 4318 shall be provided for each soil type and source or combination of sources. Such testing shall be repeated as required to assure that all materials to be used have been tested and are represented by the tests. The soil shall contain not more than 0.2 percent of water-soluble salts.

R614.19.9.4. Testing required during construction. The installer of cement stabilized rammed earth shall provide the following tests made during the construction process. A certified testing laboratory shall provide field density tests for comparison to the preconstruction Proctor ASTM D 698, percent moisture ASTM D 2216, dry density ASTM D 698, and percent moisture ASTM D 1556.

Cement stabilized rammed earth walls shall meet or exceed ninety-five percent (95%) maximum dry density (ASTM D 698). Samples taken from the wall shall exceed three hundred (300) psi compression (ASTM D 1633) fourteen (14) days after placement.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R702. Interior covering.

Table R702.3.5. is hereby amended as follows:

TABLE R702.3.5

MINIMUM THICKNESS AND APPLICATION OF GYPSUM BOARD

THICKNESS OF GYPSUM BOARD (inches)	APPLICATION	ORIENTATION OF GYPSUM BOARD TO FRAMING	MAXIMUM SPACING OF FRAMING MEMBERS (inches o.c.)	MAXIMUM SPACING OF FASTENERS (inches)		SIZE OF NAILS FOR APPLICATION TO WOOD FRAMING^c
THICKNESS OF GYPSUM BOARD (inches)	APPLICATION	ORIENTATION OF GYPSUM BOARD TO FRAMING	MAXIMUM SPACING OF FRAMING MEMBERS (inches o.c.)	Nails^a	Screws^b	SIZE OF NAILS FOR APPLICATION TO WOOD FRAMING^c
1/2	Ceiling	Either direction	16	7	12	13 gage, 1-3/8 long, 19/64 head; 0.098 diameter, 1-1/4 long, annular-ringed; 5d cooler nail, 0.086 diameter, 1-5/8 long, 15/64 head; or gypsum board nail, 0.086 diameter, 1-5/8 long, 9/32 head.
	Ceiling^d	Perpendicular	24	7	12
	Wall	Either direction	24	8	12
	Wall	Either direction	16	8	16
5/8	Ceiling	Either direction	16	7	12	13 gage, 1-5/8 long, 19/64 head; 0.098 diameter, 1-3/8 long, annular-ringed; 6d cooler nail, 0.092 diameter, 1-7/8 long, 1/4 head; or gypsum board nail 0.0915 diameter, 1-7/8 long, 19/64 head.
	Ceiling^e	Perpendicular	24	7	12
	Wall	Either direction	24	8	12
	Wall	Either direction	16	8	16
Application with adhesive
1/2 or 5/8	Ceiling	Perpendicular	16	16	16	Same as above for 1/2 and 5/8 gypsum board, respectively
	Ceiling^d	Either direction	24	12	16
	Wall	Either direction	24	16	24

For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.

a. For application without adhesive, a pair of nails spaced not less than 2 inches apart or more than 2-1/2 inches apart may be used with the pair of nails spaced 12 inches on center.

b. Screws shall be Type S or W per ASTM C 1002 and shall be sufficiently long to penetrate wood framing not less than 5/8 inch and metal framing not less than 3/8 inch.

c. Where metal framing is used with a clinching design to receive nails by two edges of metal, the nails shall be not less than 5/8 inch longer than the gypsum board thickness and shall have ringed shanks. Where the metal framing has a nailing groove formed to receive the nails, the nails shall have barbed shanks or be 5d, 13-1/2 gage, 1-5/8 inches long, 1-5/64 inch head for ½ inch gypsum board; and 6d, 13 gage, 1-7/8 inches long, 15/64 inch head for 5/8 inch gypsum board.

d. On ceiling applications to receive a water-based texture material, either hand or spray applied, the gypsum board shall be applied perpendicular to framing. When applying a water-based texture material, the minimum gypsum board thickness shall be 1/2-inch for 16-inch on center framing and 5/8 inch for 24 inch on center framing or 1/2-inch sag-resistant gypsum ceiling board shall be used.

e. Type X gypsum board for garage ceilings beneath habitable rooms shall be installed perpendicular to the ceiling framing and shall be fastened at maximum 6 inches o.c. by minimum 1-7/8 inches 6d coated nails or equivalent drywall screws.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R903. Weather protection.

Section R903.4.1 is hereby amended as follows:

R903.4.1. Overflow drains and scuppers. Where roof drains are required, overflow drains having the same size as the roof drains shall be installed with the inlet flow line located two (2) inches (51 mm) above the low point of the roof, or overflow scuppers having three (3) times the size of the roof drains and having a minimum opening height of four (4) inches (102 mm) shall be installed in the adjacent parapet walls with the inlet flow located two (2) inches (51 mm) above the low point of the roof served. The installation and sizing of overflow drains, leaders and conductors shall comply with the International Plumbing Code.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. R1007. Clean burning fireplaces.

Section R1007 is hereby added as follows:

R1007.1. Clean burning fireplaces. The purpose of this standard is to regulate fireplaces, woodstoves, or other solid-fuel burning devices to reduce the amount of air pollution caused by particulate matter and carbon monoxide.

The effective date of the regulations and prohibitions set forth in this standard took effect on December 31, 1998.

Definitions: For purposes of this standard, the following words and terms shall be defined as follows:

FIREPLACE means a built in place masonry hearth and fire chamber or a factory-built appliance, designed to burn solid fuel or to accommodate gas or electric log insert or similar device, and which is intended for occasional recreational or aesthetic use, not for cooking, heating, or industrial processes.

SOLID FUEL includes but is not limited to wood, coal, or other nongaseous or non-liquid fuels, including those fuels defined by the Maricopa County Air Pollution Control Officer as inappropriate fuel to burn in residential wood-burning devices.

WOODSTOVE means a solid-fuel burning heating appliance including a pellet stove, which is either freestanding or designed to be inserted into a fireplace.

R1007.2. Installation restrictions. On or after the effective date, no person, firm or corporation shall construct or install a fireplace or a woodstove, and the building official shall not approve or issue a permit to construct or install a fireplace or a woodstove, unless the fireplace or woodstove complied with one of the following:

1. A fireplace which has a permanently installed gas or electric log insert.

2. A fireplace, woodstove, or other solid-fuel burning appliance which has been certified by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as conforming to 40 Code of Federal Regulations Part 60, Subpart AAA as in effect on July 1, 1990.

3. A fireplace, woodstove or other solid-fuel burning appliance which has been tested and listed by a nationally recognized testing agency to meet performance standards equivalent to those adopted by 40 Code of Federal Regulations Part 60, Subpart AAA as in effect on July 1, 1990.

4. A fireplace, woodstove or other solid-fuel burning appliance which has been determined by the Maricopa County Air Pollution Control Officer to meet performance standards equivalent to those adopted by 40 Code of Federal Regulations Part 60, Subpart AAA as in effect on July 1, 1990.

5. A fireplace which has a permanently installed woodstove insert which complies with subparagraphs 2, 3, or 4 above.

R1007.3. The following installations are not regulated by this standard and are not prohibited by this standard:

1. Furnace, boilers, incinerators, kilns, and other similar space heating or industrial process equipment.

2. Cook-stoves, barbecue grills, and similar appliances designed primarily for cooking.

3. Fire pits, barbecue grills, and other outdoor fireplaces.

R1007.4. Fireplace or woodstove alterations prohibited.

R1007.4.1. On or after the effective date, no person, firm or corporation shall alter or remove a gas or electric log insert or a woodstove insert from a fireplace for purposes of converting the fireplace to directly burn wood or other solid fuel.

R1007.4.2. On or after the effective date, no person, firm or corporation shall alter a fireplace, woodstove or other solid fuel burning appliance in any manner that would void its certification or operational compliance with the provisions of this standard.

R1007.5. Permits required. In addition to the provisions and restrictions of this standard, construction, installation or alteration of all fireplaces, woodstoves and other gas, electric or solid-fuel burning appliances and equipment shall be done in compliance with provisions of this code and shall be subject to the permits and inspections.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. M1307. Appliance installation.

Section M1307.3 is hereby amended as follows:

M1307.3. Elevation of ignition source. Appliances having an ignition source shall be elevated such that the source of ignition is not less than eighteen (18) inches (457 mm) above the floor in garages. For the purpose of this section, rooms or spaces that are not part of the living space of a dwelling unit and that communicate with a private garage through openings shall be considered to be part of the private garage.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Elevation of the ignition source is not required for appliances that are listed as flammable vapor resistant and for installation without elevation.

2. Direct-vent appliances that obtain all combustion air directly from the outdoors.

3. Clothes dryers installed in private garages.

Section M1307.6 is hereby added as follows:

M1307.6. Liquefied petroleum appliances. LPG appliances shall not be installed in an attic, pit or other location that would cause a ponding or retention of gas.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. M1411. Heating and cooling equipment.

Section M1411.3.2 is hereby amended as follows:

M1411.3.2. Drain pipe materials and sizes. Components of the condensate disposal system shall be cast iron, galvanized steel, copper, polybutylene, polyethylene, ABS, CPVC or PVC pipe or tubing. All components shall be selected for the pressure and temperature rating of the installation. Condensate waste and drain line size shall not be less than three-fourths (3/4) inch (91 mm) internal diameter and shall not decrease in size from the drain pan connection to the place of condensate disposal. Where the drain pipes from more than one unit are manifolded together for condensate drainage, the pipe or tubing shall be sized in accordance with an approved method. All horizontal sections shall be installed with a uniform alignment at a uniform slope in the direction of discharge of not less than one-eighth (1/8) unit vertical in twelve (12) units’ horizontal (one-percent slope).

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. M1701. General.

Section M1701.4 is hereby amended as follows:

M1701.4. Prohibited sources. Combustion air ducts and openings shall not connect appliance enclosures with space in which the operation of a fan may adversely affect the flow of combustion air. Combustion air shall not be obtained from an area in which flammable vapors present a hazard. Fuel-fired appliances shall not obtain combustion air from any of the following rooms or spaces:

1. Sleeping rooms.

2. Bathrooms.

3. Toilet rooms.

EXCEPTION: The following appliances may be located in sleeping rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms:

1. Appliances installed in an enclosure in which all combustion air is taken from the outdoors and the enclosure is equipped with a solid weather-stripped door and self-closing device.

2. Direct-vent appliances that obtain all combustion air directly from the outdoors.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. M1703. All air from outdoors.

Section M1703.2 is hereby amended as follows:

M1703.2. Two openings or ducts. Outside combustion air shall be supplied through openings or ducts, as illustrated in Figures M1703.2(1), M1703.2(2), M1703.2(3) and M1703.2(4). One opening shall be within twelve (12) inches (305 mm) of the top of the enclosure, and one within twelve (12) inches (305 mm) of the top of the enclosure, and one within twelve (12) inches (305 mm) of the bottom of the enclosure. For LPG appliances, any duct serving the lower opening shall be at the floor level and slope to the outdoors without traps or pockets. Openings are permitted to connect to spaces directly communicating with the outdoors, such as ventilated crawl spaces or ventilated attic spaces. The same duct or opening shall not serve both combustion air openings. The duct serving the upper opening shall be level or extend upward from the appliance.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. G2406. Appliance location.

Section G2406.2 (303.3) is hereby amended as follows:

G2406.2 (303.3). Prohibited locations. Appliances shall not be located in sleeping rooms, bathrooms, toilet rooms, storage closets or surgical rooms, or in a space that opens only into such rooms or spaces, except where the installation complies with one of the following:

1. The appliance is a direct-vent appliance installed in accordance with the conditions of the listing and the manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Vented rooms heaters, wall furnaces, vented decorative appliances, vented gas fireplaces, vented gas fireplace heaters and decorative appliances for installation in vented solid fuel-burning fireplaces are installed in rooms that meet the required volume criteria of Section G2407.5.

3. A single wall-mounted unvented room heater is installed in a bathroom and such unvented room heater is equipped as specified in Section G2445.6 and has an input rating not greater than six thousand (6,000) Btu/h (1.76 kW). The bathroom shall meet the required volume criteria of Section G2407.5.

4. A single wall-mounted unvented room heater is installed in a bedroom and such unvented room heater is equipped as specified in Section G24445.6 and has an input rating not greater than ten thousand (10,000) Btu/h (2.93 kW). The bedroom shall meet the required volume criteria of Section G2407.5.

5. Liquefied Petroleum (LPG) appliances shall not be installed in an attic, pit or other location that would cause ponding or retention of gas.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. G2408. Installation.

Section G2408.2 (305.3) is hereby amended as follows:

G2408.2 (305.3). Elevation of ignition source. Equipment and appliances having an ignition source shall be elevated such that the source of ignition is not less than eighteen (18) inches (457 mm) above the floor in hazardous locations and public garages, private garages, repair garages, motor fuel-dispensing facilities and parking garages. For the purpose of this section, rooms or spaces that are not part of the living space of a dwelling unit and that communicate directly with a private garage through openings shall be considered to be part of the private garage.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Elevation of the ignition source is not required for appliances that are listed as flammable vapor resistant and for installation without elevation.

2. Direct-vent appliances that obtain all combustion air directly from the outdoors.

3. Clothes dryers installed in private garages.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. G2415. Piping system installation.

Section G2415.9 (404.9) is hereby amended as follows:

G2415.9 (404.9). Minimum burial depth. Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth of twelve (12) inches (305 mm) below grade, for metal, and eighteen (18) inches for plastic piping.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. G2417. Inspection, testing and purging.

Section G2417.4 (406.4) is hereby amended as follows:

G2417.4 (406.4). Test pressure measurement. Test pressure shall be measured with a manometer or with a pressure-measuring device designed and calibrated to read, record, or indicate a pressure loss caused by leakage during the pressure test period. The source of pressure shall be isolated before the pressure tests are made.

G2417.4.1 (406.4.1). Test pressure. The test pressure to be used shall be no less than ten (10) pounds per square inch (69 kPa) gauge pressure, or where approved by the building official, the piping and valves may be tested at a pressure of at least six (6) inches (152.4 mm) of mercury, measured with a manometer or slope gauge. For welded piping, and for piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches (0.4 m) water column pressure, the test pressure shall be no less than sixty (60) pounds per square inch (413 kPa). Where the test pressure exceeds one hundred twenty-five (125) psig (862 kPa gauge), the test pressure shall not exceed a value that produces a hoop stress in the piping greater than fifty percent (50%) of the specified minimum yield strength of the pipe.

G2417.4.2 (406.4.2). Test duration. Test duration shall be not less fifteen (15) minutes or for welded pipe and piping carrying gas at pressures in excess of fourteen (14) inches (0.4 m) water column pressure, the test duration shall be not less than thirty (30) minutes. The duration of the test shall not be required to exceed twenty-four (24) hours.

Section G2417.4.3 is hereby added as follows:

G2417.4.3. Test gauges. Tests required by this code which are performed utilizing dial gauges shall be limited to gauges having the following pressure increments or graduations.

G2417.4.3.1. Required pressure tests of ten (10) pounds (69 kPa) or less shall be performed with gauges having increments of one-tenth (1/10) pound (0.69 kPa) or less.

G2417.4.3.2. Required pressure tests exceeding ten (10) pounds (69 kPa) but less than one hundred (100) pounds (690 kPa) shall be performed with gauges having increments of one pound (7 kPa) or less.

G2417.4.3.3. Required pressure tests exceeding one hundred (100) pounds (690 kPa) shall be performed with gauges having increments two (2) psi (14 kPa) or less.

G2417.4.3.4. Pressure tests required by this code, which are performed utilizing dial gauges, shall be limited to a gauge having a maximum gauge rating not exceeding twice the applied test pressure.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. P2503. Inspection and tests.

Section P2503.8 is hereby amended as follows:

P2503.8. Test gauges. Gauges used for testing shall be as follows:

1. Tests requiring a pressure of ten (10) psi or less shall utilize a testing gauge having increments of 0.10 psi or less.

2. Tests requiring a pressure of ten (10) psi but less than or equal to one hundred (100) psi shall utilize a testing gauge having increments of one psi or less.

3. Tests requiring a pressure of greater than one hundred (100) psi shall utilize a testing gauge having increments of two (2) psi or less.

Pressure tests required by this code, which are performed utilizing dial gauges, shall be limited to a gauge having a maximum gauge rating not exceeding twice the applied test pressure.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. P2603. Structural and piping protection.

Section P2603.6.1 is hereby amended as follows:

P2603.6.1. Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of twelve (12) inches (305 mm) below grade.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. P2801. General.

Section P2801.5.1 is hereby amended as follows:

P2801.5.1. Pan size and drain. The pan shall not be less than one and one-half (1.5) inches (38 mm) deep and shall be of sufficient size and shape to receive all dripping or condensate from the tank or water heater. The pan shall be drained by an indirect waste pipe having a minimum diameter of three-fourths (3/4) inch (19 mm) installed with a uniform alignment at a uniform slope in the direction of discharge of not less than one-eighth (1/8) unit vertical in twelve (12) units’ horizontal (one-percent slope).

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. P2803. Relief valves.

Section P2803.6.1, Item 10 is hereby amended as follows:

P2803.6.1. Requirements of discharge pipe. The discharge piping serving a pressure-relief valve, temperative-relief valve or combination valve shall:

10. Terminate not less than six (6) inches (152 mm) and not more than twenty-four (24) inches (610 mm) above finished grade.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. P3001. General.

Section P3001.4 is hereby added as follows:

P3001.4. Sewer required. Every building in which plumbing fixtures are installed and all premises having drainage piping shall be connected to a public sewer, where available, or an approved private disposal system in accordance with the Maricopa County Health Department Environmental Service Division. The public sewer may be considered as not being available only when so determined by the Maricopa County Health Department Environmental Service Division.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. E3503. Service, feeder and grounding electrode conductor sizing.

Table E3503.1 is hereby amended as follows:

TABLE E3503.1

SERVICE CONDUCTORS AND GROUNDING

ELECTRODE CONDUCTOR SIZING

Conductor Types and Sizes for 120/240-Volt and 120/208-Volt, 3-Wire, Single-Phase Dwelling Services and Feeders. Conductor Types RH, RHH, RHW, RHW-2, THHN, THHW, THW, THW-2, THWN, THWN-2, XHHW, XHHW-2, SE, USE, USE-2
Copper (AWG or kcmil)	Aluminum or Copper-Clad Aluminum (AWG or kcmil)	Service or Feeder Rating (Amperes)		Min. Grounding Electrode Conductor size^a (AWG)
		≤ 30°C	> 30°C	Copper	Aluminum
4	2	100	----	8^b	6^c
3	1	110	----	8^b	6^c
2	1/0	125	100	8^b	6^c
1	2/0	150	125	6^c	4
1/0	3/0	175	150	6^c	4
2/0	4/0	200	175	4^d	2^d
3/0	250	225	200	4^d	2^d
4/0	300	250	225	2^d	1/0^d
250	350	300	250	2^d	1/0^d
350	500	350	300	2^d	1/0^d
400	600	400	350	1/0^d	3/0^d

a. Where protected by a metal raceway, grounding electrode conductors shall be electrically bonded to the metal raceway at both ends.

b. No. 8 grounding electrode conductors shall be protected with metal conduit or nonmetallic conduit.

c. Where not protected, No. 6 grounding electrode conductors shall closely follow a structural surface for physical protection. The supports shall be spaced not more than 24 inches on center and shall be within 12 inches of any enclosure or termination.

d. Where the sole grounding electrode system is a ground rod or pipe as covered in Section E3508.2, the grounding electrode conductor shall not be required to be larger than No. 6 copper or No. 4 aluminum. Where the sole grounding electrode system is the footing steel as covered in Section E3508.1.2, the grounding electrode conductor shall not be required to be larger than No. 4 copper conductor.

CAUTION - UTILITY COMPANY CONDUCTOR SIZE REQUIREMENTS MAY VARY. CONSULT WITH SERVING UTILITY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. E3601. General.

Section E3601.1 is hereby amended as follows:

E3601.1. Scope. This chapter covers branch circuits and feeders and specifies the minimum required branch circuits, the allowable loads and the required overcurrent protection for branch circuits and feeders that serve less than one hundred percent (100%) of the dwelling unit load. Feeder circuits that serve one hundred percent (100%) of the dwelling load shall be sized in accordance with the procedures in Chapter 35. Aluminum conductors smaller than #8 shall not be used for lighting or power circuits indoors.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. E3802. Ground-fault and arc-fault circuit-interrupter protection.

Section E3802.11 is hereby amended as follows:

E3802.11. Bedroom receptacles. All one hundred twenty-five (125) volt, single-phase, fifteen (15) or twenty (20) ampere receptacles installed in dwelling unit bedrooms shall be protected by an arc-fault circuit interrupter listed to provide protection of the entire branch circuit that supplies such receptacles.

Section E3802.12 is hereby amended as follows:

E3802.12. Arc-fault circuit interrupter protection.

E3802.12.1. Definition: Arc-fault circuit interrupter (AFCI). A device intended to provide protection from the effects of arc faults by recognizing characteristics unique to arcing and by functioning to de-energize the circuit when an arc fault is detected.

E3802.12.2. Dwelling units. All one hundred twenty (120) volt, single phase, fifteen (15) and twenty (20) ampere branch circuits supplying outlets installed in dwelling unit family rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, parlors, libraries, den, bedrooms, sunrooms, recreation rooms, closets, hallways, or similar rooms or areas shall be protected by a listed arc-fault circuit interrupter, combination-type, install to provide protection of the branch circuit.

FPN No. 1: For information on types of arc-fault circuit interrupters, see UL 1699-1999, Standard for Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters.

FPN No. 2: See 11.6.3(5) of NFPA 72-2007, National Fire Alarm Code, for information related to secondary power supply requirements for smoke alarms install in dwelling units.

FPN No. 3: See 2008 National Electrical Code, Article 760.41(B) and 760.121(B) for power supply requirements for fire alarm systems.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. Where RMC, IMC, EMT or steel armorded cable, Type AC, meeting the requirements of 2008 National Electrical Code, Article 250.118 using metal outlet and junction boxes installed for the portion of the branch circuit between the branch-circuit overcurrent device and the first outlet, it shall be permitted to install a combination AFCI at the first outlet to provide protection for the remaining portion of the branch circuit.

2. Where a branch circuit to a fire alarm system installed in accordance with 2008 National Electrical Code, Article 760.41(B) and 760.121(B) in installed in RMC, IMC, EMT or steel armored cable, Type AC, meeting the requirements of 2008 National Electrical Code, Article 250.118, with outlet and junction boxes, AFCI protection shall be permitted to be omitted.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. E3808. Grounding.

Section E3808.8 is hereby amended as follows:

E3808.8. Types of equipment grounding conductors. The equipment grounding conductor run with or enclosing the circuit conductors shall be one or more or a combination of the following:

1. A copper or other corrosion-resistant conductor. This conductor shall be solid or stranded; insulated, covered, or bare; and in the form of a wire or a busbar of any shape.

2. Threaded rigid metal conduit and fittings.

3. Threaded intermediate metal conduit and fittings.

4. Electrical metallic tubing with an individual equipment grounding conductor.

5. Flexible metal conduit with an individual equipment grounding conductor or where both the conduit and fittings are listed for grounding.

6. Armor of Type AC cable with an individual equipment grounding conductor.

7. Surface metal raceway.

8. Metal-clad cable with an individual equipment grounding conductor or, where both the cable and fittings are listed for grounding.

9. Liquid-tight flexible metal conduit with an individual equipment grounding conductor or where both the conduit and fittings are listed for grounding.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Sec. E4101. Swimming pools.

Section E4101.1 is hereby amended as follows:

E4101.1. Scope. The provisions of Article 680 of the 2008 National Electrical Code shall apply to the construction and installation of electrical wiring and equipment associated with all swimming pools, wading pools, decorative pools, fountains, hot tubs, and spas, and hydromassage bathtubs, whether permanently installed or storable, and shall apply to metallic auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, filters, and similar equipment.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Appendix G. Swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs.

Section AG102 is hereby amended as follows:

SWIMMING POOL. Any structure intended for swimming or recreational bathing that contains water over eighteen (18) inches (430 mm) deep. This includes in-ground, above-ground, and on-ground swimming pools, hot tubs, and spas.

Section AG105.2, Outdoor swimming pool, Item 1 is hereby amended as follows:

1. The top of the barrier shall be at least five (5) feet (1525 mm) above grade measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool. The maximum vertical clearance between grade and the bottom of the barrier shall be two (2) inches (51 mm) measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool. Where the top of the pool structure is above grade, such as an aboveground pool, the barrier may be at ground level, such as the pool structure, or mounted on the top of the pool structure. Where the barrier is mounted on top of the pool structure, the maximum vertical clearance between the top of the pool structure and the bottom of the barrier shall be four (4) inches (102 mm).

Section AG105.5 is hereby amended as follows:

AG105.5. Barrier exceptions:

1. Spas or hot tubs with a safety cover which complies with ASTM F 1346, as listed in Section AG107, shall be exempt from the provisions of this appendix.

2. Where the premises upon which a swimming pool, spa, or hot tub is located adjoins that body of water recorded as Tract S of The Lakes, an enclosure parallel to the bank is not required; provided, that an abutting enclosure, conforming to AG105, extends horizontally to the lakeside edge of the lake bank or beyond. For purposes of this exception, the word abutting shall mean terminating at the point of contact with the lakeside edge of the bank.

Section AG105.6 is hereby added as follows:

AG105.6. Unenclosed pools. It is hereby declared to be a public nuisance and dangerous to the public health, safety, and welfare to maintain an outdoor swimming pool, spa or hot tub in the city unless enclosed in accordance with AG105. It shall be the responsibility of both the property owner and the occupant of the premises to install and maintain the fences, locks, latches, alarms, and gates in good condition and proper working order when water is in the pool, and either or both may be deemed in violation of this chapter for failure to do so.

Section AG105.7 is added as follows:

AG105.7. Prerequisites to issuance of building permit. A building permit shall not be issued for any swimming pool, spa or hot tub unless the plans for such pool provide for an enclosure as required by this article.

Section AG105.8 is added as follows:

AG105.8. Final inspection and approval. No swimming pool, spa or hot tub shall be filled in whole or in part with water unless the pool enclosure has been installed in accordance with this article and approved by the development services manager or authorized representative.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Appendix K. Sound transmission.

Section AK102.1 is amended as follows:

AK102.1 General. Airborne sound insulation for walls and floor-ceiling assemblies separating dwelling units from each other shall meet a Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating of no less than fifty (50) (forty-five (45) if field tested) when tested in accordance with ASTM E 90. Penetrations or openings in construction assemblies for piping; electrical devices; recessed cabinets; bathtubs; soffits; or heating, ventilation or exhaust ducts shall be sealed, lined, insulated or otherwise treated to maintain the required rating.

Section AK103.1 is amended as follows:

AK103.1. General. Floor/ceiling assemblies between dwelling units or between a dwelling unit and a public or service area within a structure shall have an Impact Insulation Class (IIC) of no less than fifty (50) (forty-five (45) if field tested) when tested in accordance with ASTM E 492.

(Ord. No. 2008.72, 12-11-08)

Secs. 8-301—8-399. Reserved.