FY2017-22 Amending Title 15 Building And Construction Chapter 15.10 Building Codes To Readopt The 2012 Uniform Building Code For One And Two-Family Dwellings And Providing For Exemptions In Section 15.10.050 Remote Area Exemptions.1
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Introduced by: Borough Assembly
MW Drafted by: CDD Director
Introduced on: 12/01/2016
Amended: 12/15/2016
Public Hearing Date: 12/15/2016
Postponed to: 01/19/2017
Postponed to: 02/02/2017
Adopted on: 02/02/2017
KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
ORDINANCE NO. FY2017-22
AN ORDINANCE OF THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH AMENDING
TITLE 15 BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION CHAPTER 15.10 BUILDING CODES TO
READOPT THE 2012 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE FOR ONE AND TWO-FAMILY
DWELLINGS AND PROVIDING FOR EXEMPTIONS IN SECTION 15.10.050 REMOTE AREA
EXEMPTIONS
WHEREAS, as a second class Borough, the Kodiak Island Borough (Borough) has adopted
KIBC Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) to regulate erection, construction, enlargement,
alteration, repair, moving, removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment, use, height,
area, and maintenance of buildings or structures in the borough; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 15.10 KIBC, the Kodiak Island Borough adopted by
reference the 1997 Uniform Building Code (UBC) for One- and Two -Family Dwellings
(Ordinance FY 2016-12); and
WHEREAS, the City of Kodiak (City) has indicated a desire to administer a single building
code under the City and Borough's Memorandum of Agreement (MOA); and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Borough to continue contracted building department
functions and services with the City through the existing MOA; and
WHEREAS, in discussions related to the high cost of home construction in Kodiak, the
additional expense of engineering for certain new construction, additions, or remodeling projects
has been noted as a significant expense; and
WHEREAS, there are very few licensed practicing engineers in Kodiak, further adding to the
cost of complying with applicable engineering requirements for construction; and
WHEREAS, the 2012 International Residential Code (IRC) allows more flexibility in
prescriptive construction methods; and
WHEREAS, specific revisions to the 2012 IRC may be made to reflect local construction
conditions and constraints; and
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WHEREAS, circumstances may arise where it is appropriate to exempt some single-family
dwellings from building regulations; and
WHEREAS, the Borough Assembly set aside time for public and agency input and discussion;
and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND
BOROUGH THAT:
Section 1: This ordinance is of a general and permanent nature and shall become a part of the
Kodiak Island Borough Code of Ordinances.
Section 2: That chapter 15.10 of the Kodiak Island Borough Code of Ordinances is amended to
read as follows:
15.10.010 Adoption of building and other codes.
The following codes are hereby adopted by reference as the building codes for the borough:
A. The 2009 International Building Code, as adopted with revisions in 13 AAC 50.020, and
including Appendix H, Signs, for all buildings except one- and two-family dwellings and
residential accessory buildings; provided, that the following revisions to the 2009 International
Building Code in 13 AAC 50.020 are not adopted: (1) the deletion in 13 AAC 50.020(1) of
Sections 103, 104.4, 104.6, 104.8, 105.4, 107.5, 108.4, 109.2, 109.5 and 110 to 115; and (2)
the revisions in 13 AAC 50.020(7), (8), (9), (10), (11), (16), (17), (66), (73), (74) and (77);
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B. 2012 International Residential Code for One- and Two -Family Dwellings with the
following revisions:
1. R105.2, Work exempt from permit, is amended to read as follows:
Building: #10. Decks not exceeding 200 square feet (18.58 m2) in area, that are not more
than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at anV point.
2. R301.2.1.1. Wind limitations and wind desian reauired. is amended to read as
follows at the end of the section:
The following may be built to Seismic design categorV D2 with 110 MPH wind speed in B
and C wind exposure areas provided that the house was permitted before the adoption of
the 2012 Residential Building Code.
1) One permit only. An addition that is not more than 15% of the total gross square
foot area of the existing building that the addition will be attached to. Roof pitch is a
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maximum of 5/12 or less. One storV additions maV be built on a piling foundation
provided existing building has a piling foundation.
2) Other exempt structures in section R105.2 Work exempt from permit.
3. R311.7.5.1, Risers, is amended to read as follows:
The maximum riser height shall be 8 inches (203mm). The riser shall be measured
vertically between leading edges of the adjacent treads. The greatest riser height within
anV flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest bV more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm). Risers
shall be vertical or sloped from the underside of the nosing of the tread above at an
angle not more than 30 degrees (0.51 rad) from the vertical. Open risers are permitted
provided that the opening between treads does not permit the passage of a 4 -inch -
diameter (102 mm) sphere.
4. R311.7.5.2, Treads, is amended to read as follows:
The minimum tread depth shall be 9 inches (228mm). The tread depth shall be measured
horizontally between the vertical planes of the foremost prosection of adjacent treads and
at a right angle to the tread's leading edge. The greatest tread depth within anV flight of
stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch (9.5 mm).
5. R313.1, Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems, is amended to read as
follows:
An automatic residential fire sprinkler system may be installed in townhouses.
6. R313.2, One- and two-familV dwellings automatic fire sprinkler systems, IS
amended to read as follows:
An automatic residential fire sprinkler system maV be installed in one- and two-family
dwellings.
7. Chapter 11, EnergV Efficiency Remove.
8. Chapters 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, and 33. Remove plumbing chapters
related to the International Residential Code and insert the 2009 Uniform Plumbing Code.
9. Chapters 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, and 43. Remove electrical chapters of the
International Residential Code and insert the 2011 National Electrical Code.
10. M2002.5, Boiler low-water cutoff, is amended to read as follows:
All steam boilers shall be protected with a low-water cutoff control. The low-water cutoff
shall automatically stop the combustion operation of the appliance when the water level
drops below the lowest safe water level as established bV the manufacturer.
C. 2009 International Building Code Appendix J, Grading;
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D. The 2009 Uniform Plumbing Code, as adopted with revisions in 8 AAC 63.010 in effect as of
February 23, 2011, Appendix Chapter B, Explanatory Notes on Combination Waste and Vent
Systems; and Appendix Chapter H, Recommended Procedures for Sizing Commercial Kitchen
Grease Interceptors;
E. The 2009 International Mechanical Code, as adopted with revisions in 13 AAC 50.023,
except for the deletions in 13 AAC 50.023(1) of Sections 103, 104, and 106 to 110 of the 2009
International Mechanical Code;
F. The 2011 National Electrical Code
1. 300.4, Protection Against Physical Damage, is amended to read as follows:
Where subject to physical damage, conductors, raceways, and cables shall be
protected. Thermoplastic type insulated conductors may not be installed when the
working environment is below 20° Fahrenheit.
2. 410.16 is amended to read as follows:
410.16 Luminaries and Transformers in Closets.
G. The 1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings;
H. The 1997 Uniform Housing Code; and
I. 2009 International Fuel Gas Code, Chapters 6 and 7.
They are adopted to regulate erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving,
removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of
buildings or structures in the borough; to provide for the issuance of permits and collection of
fees therefor; and to provide penalties for violations of these regulations. The building codes so
adopted shall be interpreted, administered, and enforced with the local amendments hereinafter
specifically set forth, by the borough building official, who is authorized to take such action as
may be reasonably necessary to enforce the purposes of this section. The borough manager
may appoint or authorize an assistant or agent to the building official if necessary to carry out
the provisions of this section. [Ord. FY2013-09 §2, 2013; Ord. FY2009-12 §2, 2008; Ord.
FY2006-02 §2, 2005; Ord. 02-08 §2, 2002; Ord. 99-04 §2, 1999; Ord. 97-05 §3, 1997; Ord. 92-
11 §2, 1992; Ord. 91-13 §2, 1991; Ord. 91-01 §2, 1991; Ord. 88-18-0 §3, 1988; Ord. 85-13-0
§1, 1985; Ord. 84-61-0 §10, 1984; Ord. 84-42-0 §2, 1984. Formerly §15.04.0101.
15.10.050 Exemptions.
A. Notwithstanding the construction requirements contained within this code, owner -occupied
residential buildings and accessory buildings associated with residential use, when located in
remote areas are exempt from the building regulations of the borough.
B. The borough does not certify that any building built under this exemption meets any of the
adopted codes or ordinances. No physical inspections will be made of the structure.
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C. Permits and inspection services are available in this exempt area at the owner's option. Cost
of these permits and inspection services are the responsibility of the property owner and will be
charged at the same rate as the nonexempt portions of the borough.
Effective Date: This ordinance takes effect upon adoption. (Note: KIBC 2.30.070 states an
ordinance takes effect upon adoption or at a later date specified in the ordinance.)
ADOPTED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
THIS SECOND DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2017.
KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH ATT ST:
Daniel A. Rohrer, Mayor Nova M. Javier, MMC, I rk
VOTES:
Ayes: Crow, LeDoux, Smiley, Symmons, Townsend, VanDaele
Absent: Skinner
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