Ordinance No. 13,654ORDINANCE NO. 13654
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS,
AMENDING CHAPTER 2 "ADMINISTRATION," ARTICLE V "FINANCE,"
DIVISION 1 "GENERALLY," SECTION 2-595 "FEES FOR VARIOUS CITY
SERVICES," SUBSECTION (2) "DEVELOPMENT SERVICES," SUBSECTION I
"MISCELLANEOUS BUILDING PERMIT" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES,
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, TO UPDATE THE CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION FEE;
AMENDING CHAPTER 2 "ADMINISTRATION," ARTICLE V "FINANCE,"
DIVISION 1 "GENERALLY," SECTION 2-595 "FEES FOR VARIOUS CITY
SERVICES," SUBSECTION (2) "DEVELOPMENT SERVICES" OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS, TO ADD SUBSECTIONS J "MULTIFAMILY'
AND K "MANUFACTURED HOMES" TO MOVE THE FEES INTO THE
APPROPRIATE SECTION; AMENDING CHAPTER 18 "BUILDINGS AND
BUILDING REGULATIONS," ARTICLE I "IN GENERAL," SECTION 18-1
"REGISTRATION," SUBSECTION (B) "GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR
REGISTRATION"; ARTICLE II "BUILDING CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS,"
DIVISION 1 "WINDSTORM STANDARDS," SECTION 18-27 "WINDSTORM PLAN
INFORMATION"; DIVISION 3 "BUILDING CODE," SECTION 18-91 "ADOPTED,"
SUBSECTION (A); SECTION 18-92 "AMENDMENTS," SUBSECTION (A);
SECTION 18-93 "SIDEWALKS," SUBSECTIONS (B), (C) AND (D); DIVISION 4
"BUILDING AND DEVELOPMENT PERMITS," SECTION 18-130 "STANDARDS
FOR DEMOLITION" ARTICLE III "ELECTRICAL CODE," DIVISION 3
"ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR," SECTION 18-216 "DUTIES"; SECTION 18-218
"INSPECTIONS; DANGEROUS CONDITIONS; EMERGENCY
DISCONNECTIONS"; SECTION 18-219 "APPEAL FROM ORDERS OF
INSPECTOR" DIVISION 4 "PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS," SECTION 18-251
"PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY"; SECTION 18-254 "APPLICATION"; SECTION 18-
258 "DISPLAY OF PERMIT," SUBSECTION (B); SECTION 18-259 "EMERGENCY
INSPECTION"; SECTION 18-260 "CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL"; SECTION 18-
261 "CONCEALED WIRING"; SECTION 18-263 "INSURANCE REQUIRED OF
MASTER ELECTRICIAN FOR PERMIT ISSUANCE"; DIVISION 5 "LICENSES,"
SUBDIVISION I. "IN GENERAL," SECTION 18-301 "ELECTRICAL WORK BY
HOMEOWNER" SECTION 18-431 "COMPLIANCE WITH ARTICLE, ELECTRICAL
CODE AND UTILITY COMPANY SPECIFICATIONS," SUBSECTION (A) SECTION
18-432 "TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS," SUBSECTIONS (D), (L), AND (P);
ARTICLE IV "PLUMBING CODE," SECTION 18-461 "ADOPTED," SUBSECTION
(A); SECTION 18-462 "AMENDMENTS"; SECTION 18-465 "INSURANCE
REQUIRED BEFORE PERMIT ISSUANCE"; SECTION 18-466 "CROSS -
CONNECTION CONTROL PROGRAM," SUBSECTIONS (B) AND (D); SECTION
18-467 "IRRIGATION SYSTEMS," SUBSECTION (E); ARTICLE V "MECHANICAL
CODE," DIVISION 3 "STANDARDS," SECTION 18-556 "CODE ADOPTED,"
SUBSECTION (A); DIVISION 4 "LICENSES AND PERMITS," SECTION 18-591
"INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS"; ARTICLE VI "INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS
CODE," DIVISION 2 "STANDARDS," SECTION 18-622 "CODE ADOPTED";
ARTICLE VII "INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE," DIVISION
2 "STANDARDS," SECTION 18-625 "CODE ADOPTED"; ARTICLE VIII
"INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE," DIVISION 2
"STANDARDS," SECTION 18-628 "CODE ADOPTED"; ARTICLE IX "MINIMUM
PROPERTY STANDARDS," DIVISION 2 "ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS
AND TOWNHOUSES," SECTION 18-651 "RESIDENTIAL CODE ADOPTED";
SECTION 18-652 "AMENDMENTS TO THE RESIDENTIAL CODE"; SUBDIVISION
II "REGISTRATION," SECTION 18-702 'TEE"; ARTICLE IX.5 "INTERNATIONAL
EXISTING BUILDING CODE," DIVISION 1 "GENERALLY," SECTION 18-765
"ADOPTED"; SECTION 18-766 "AMENDMENTS"; ARTICLE X "HOUSE
MOVING," DIVISION 2 "LICENSE," AND DIVISION 4 "REQUIREMETNS,"
SECTION 18-814 "INSURANCE"; CHAPTER 38 "FIRE PREVENTION AND
PROTECTION," ARTICLE III "FIRE PREVENTION STANDARDS" SECTIONS 38-
61 "CODE ADOPTED," AND 38-62 "DEFINITIONS" OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS; AND CHAPTER 38 "FIRE PREVENTION
AND PROTECTION," ARTICLE III "FIRE PREVENTION STANDARDS" OF THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS, TO ADD A NEW SECTION TO BE
NUMBERED AND ENTITLED SECTION 38-68 "AMENDMENTS"; AND CHAPTER
58 "MANUFACTURED HOMES, MOBILE HOMES, RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
AND PARKS" SECTION 58-7 "MANUFACTURED HOME PERMIT"; DIVISION 3
WITHIN MANUFACTURED HOME PARKS," SUBDIVISION I "PERMITS AND
LICENSES," SECTION 58-182 "MANUFACTURED HOME PARK OPERATOR'S
LICENSE REQUIRED" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS;
AMENDING CHAPTER 18 "BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS,"
ARTICLE I "IN GENERAL," SECTION 18-1 "REGISTRATION," TO ADD
SUBSECTION (D) "INSURANCE"; AND ARTICLE II "BUILDING
CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS," DIVISION 1 "WINDSTORM STANDARDS,"
SECTION 18-26 "ACCESSORY BUILDING/STRUCTURES" OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS, TO ADD SUBSECTION (C); REPEALING
CHAPTER 18 "BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS," ARTICLE III
"ELECTRICAL CODE," DIVISION 3 "ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR," SECTION 18-
217 "PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES"; DIVISION 4 "PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS,"
SECTION 18-268 "CONDEMNATION OF PROPERTY"; AND ARTICLE V
"MECHANICAL CODE," DIVISION 2 "MECHANICAL BOARD," SECTION 18-527
"POWERS AND DUTIES," SECTION 18-528 "SECRETARY" OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES, BAYTOWN, TEXAS, TO ADOPT THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL
BUILDING CODES AND AMENDMENTS THERETO; CONTAINING A
REPEALING CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PRESCRIBING A
MAXIMUM PENALTY OF FIVE HUNDRED AND N0/100 DOLLARS ($500.00);
AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION AND THE EFFECTIVE DATE
THEREOF.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS:
Section 1: That Chapter 2 "Administration," Article V "Finance," Division 1
"Generally," Section 2-595 "Fees For Various City Services," Subsection (2) "Development
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Services," Subsection i "Miscellaneous building permit" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown,
Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 2. ADMINISTRATION
ARTICLE V. FINANCE
DIVISION 1. GENERALLY
Sec. 2-595. Fees for various city services.
The fees set out below are adopted for the city services outlined herein:
(2) Development services. Any person applying to the city for a permit shall pay to the
city, prior to the issuance of the permit, a permit fee for any improvement based upon
the following schedules. If work for which a permit is required by this Code is
commenced prior to obtaining the required permit, the fees specified in this subsection
shall be doubled. The payment of this fee shall not relieve any person from any
penalties or enforcement action arising from a person's failure to timely obtain the
requisite permit.
i. Miscellaneous building permit.
Activity Fee
House moving permit $131.25 plus $52.50 Relocation Inspection Fee if rel ocated
within city limits
Manufactured home permit $141.75 I
Driveway permit: Residential
Driveway permit: Commercial
Fence permit: Residential
Fence permit: Commercial
Foundation repair (house leveling)
Certificate of occupancy (with no
remodel)
Registration
$47.25
Based upon valuation declared or calculated on building
permit
$25.00
Based upon valuation declared or calculated on building
permit
$63.00
$68.25
$25.00
Section 2: That Chapter 2 "Administration," Article V "Finance," Division 1
"Generally," Section 2-595 "Fees For Various City Services," Subsection (2) "Development
Services" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to add subsections j
"Multifamily" and k "Manufactured homes," which subsections shall read as follows:
CHAPTER 2. ADMINISTRATION
ARTICLE V. FINANCE
DIVISION 1. GENERALLY
Sec. 2-595. Fees for various city services.
The fees set out below are adopted for the city services outlined herein:
(2) Development services. Any person applying to the city for a permit shall pay to the
city, prior to the issuance of the permit, a permit fee for any improvement based upon
the following schedules. If work for which a permit is required by this Code is
commenced prior to obtaining the required permit, the fees specified in this subsection
shall be doubled. The payment of this fee shall not relieve any person from any
penalties or enforcement action arising from a person's failure to timely obtain the
requisite permit.
J. Multifamily _
Activity Fee
Annual registration fee 24.00 for the first dwelling unit and $8.00 per dwelling unit, with a
minimum of $50.00 per multifamily dwelling complex
➢ Ten percent of the registration fee within one month of the due
date,
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Late registrations ➢ Thirty percent of the registration fee if within two months of due
date, and
➢ Fifty percent of registration fee thereafter.
Late fee for Change in $75.00
ownership
Reissuance/Replacement $35.00
Fee
k. Manufactured homes
Activity
Manufactured Home
Placement Fee
Nonrefundable
Application
Investigation Fee
Fee J
$50.00
$50.00
Under 16 manufactured home stands................................$75.00
16 through 40 manufactured home stands ......................$125.00
Annual License Fee 41 through 60 manufactured home stands ......................$175.00
61 through 80 manufactured home stands ......................$225.00
Each stand in excess of 80 ..................................................$5.00
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Activity Fee
Under 16 manufactured home stands ............................... $45.00
Annual Renewal 16 through 40 manufactured home stands ........................$55.00
License Fee 41 through 60 manufactured home stands ........................$65.00
61 through 80 manufactured home stands ........................$85.00
Over 80 manufactured home stands................................$100.00
Section 3: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article I "In
General," Section 18-1 "Registration," Subsection (b) "General provisions for registration" of
the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
Sec. 18-1. Registration.
(b) General provisions for registration.
(1) An application for registration under this article must be made in writing to the
chief building official on forms provided by the chief building official for that
purpose and be accompanied by a registration fee in the amount prescribed in
section 2-595; provided, however, no registration fee will be required for a
plumbing or electrical contractor licensed by the state.
Section 4: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article I "In
General," Section 18-1 "Registration," of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby
amended to add subsection (d) "Insurance," which subsection shall read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
Sec. 18-1. Registration.
(d) Insurance
(1) All general contractors and trade contractors shall maintain a commercial general
liability policy with combined single limits of $1,000,000 throughout the period
such contractors are registered with the city and throughout the term of any permit
issued by the city.
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(2) A certificate of insurance evidencing the coverage and limit requirements in
subsection (d)(1) shall be provided to the building official prior to both the
registration and the issuance of any permit.
(3) Such insurance shall be written by an insurance carrier licensed to do business in
this state and shall provide that coverages afforded under the policy will not be
canceled, suspended, voided or reduced until at least 30 days' prior written notice
has been given to the city via certified mail, return receipt requested.
Additionally, the city shall a certificate holder, and the coverages shall contain no
special limitation on the scope of protection afforded.
Section 5: That Chapter 18 `Buildings and Building Regulations," Article I "In
General" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to add a new section,
which shall be numbered and entitled Section 18-3 "Construction signs," which section shall
read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
Sec. 18-3. Construction signs.
(a) Required. A construction sign shall be required for all new commercial structures, which
shall be displayed and maintained at all times during construction.
(b) Standards.
(1) Location.
a. The construction sign must be located on the same premises as the
construction.
b. The face of the construction sign must be parallel to each adjacent public
street right-of-way.
C. The construction sign must be located within 2 feet of the adjacent public
right-of-way.
(2) Construction. The construction sign must:
a. be 4' x 8' in size;
b. made of plywood;
C. affixed to two 4" x 4" x 9' pressure -treated wooden posts;
d. have at least 2' of each post in the ground; and
e. be placed so that the top of the sign is 8' off the ground.
(3) Content. The sign shall include only the following information, which must be
visible to the traffic in the adjacent public right-of-way:
a. name of the business,
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b. website of the business,
C, business address,
d. a color photo rendition of the construction, which shall not exceed 25% of
the sign face, and
e. a contact number of the business.
Section 6: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article II
"Building Construction Standards," Division 1 "Windstorm Standards," Section 18-26
"Accessory building/structures" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended
to add Subsection (c), which subsection shall read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE II. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 1. WINDSTORM STANDARDS
Sec. 18-26. Accessory building/structures.
(c) Accessory residential buildings, which are one story detached accessory structures used
as storage sheds, play houses, or similar uses with a floor area not greater than 100 square
feet, do not require a building permit.
Section 7: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article II
"Building Construction Standards," Division 1 "Windstorm Standards," Section 18-27
"Windstorm plan information" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended
to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE II. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 1. WINDSTORM STANDARDS
Sec. 18-27. Windstorm plan information.
Prior to issuing a permit for new construction, the building official will require a separate
building plan or plans with building sections and details showing the components, their types,
locations, and framing elements that delineate that the framing will resist the pressures developed
from, and the wind speeds for 150 MPH (Ultimate Design Wind Speed, V ULT). All structures
exceeding one story in height or 350 square feet in area shall be designed by a state licensed
engineer.
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Section 8: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article II
"Building Construction Standards," Division 3 "Building Code," Section 18-91 "Adopted,"
Subsection (a) of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE II. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 3. BUILDING CODE
Sec. 18-91. Adopted.
(a) The International Building Code, 2015 edition, including Appendices B, F, G, I and K.,
published by the International Code Council, Inc., as amended in section 18-92, is
adopted and incorporated as fully as if set forth at length in this section and the provisions
therein shall be controlling in the design, construction, quality of materials, erection,
installation, alteration, repair, location, relocation, replacement, addition to, use and
maintenance of buildings and structures within the city limits. The official copy of the
building code is on file in the office of the chief building official.
Section 9: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article II
"Building Construction Standards," Division 3 "Building Code," Section 18-92 "Amendments,"
Subsection (a) of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE II. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 3. BUILDING CODE
Sec. 18-92. Amendments.
The building code adopted in section 18-91 shall be amended as follows:
Section 112 Board of appeals is deleted in its entirety and replaced by division 2 of article II of
this chapter of the code of ordinances. All references to board of appeals in the code adopted in
section 18-91 shall mean and refer to the construction board of adjustment and appeals.
Section 1603.1.4 Wind design data is amended to read as follows:
The following information related to wind loads shall be shown, regardless of whether wind
loads govern the design of the lateral -force -resisting system of the building structure, and
regardless of structure location:
Basic wind speed 150 MPH (Ultimate Design Wind Speed, V ULT)
2. Wind importance factor, I, and occupancy category.
Wind exposure B or C, if more than one wind exposure is utilized, the wind
exposure and applicable wind direction shall be indicated.
4. The applicable internal pressure coefficient.
5. Components and cladding. The design wind pressures in terms of psf (kN/m2) to
be used for the design of exterior component and cladding materials not
specifically designed by the registered design professional.
Section 1609.1 Applications is amended to read as follows:
Buildings, structures and parts thereof shall be designed to withstand 150 MPH (Ultimate
Design Wind Speed, V ULT) wind loads prescribed herein. Decreases in wind loads shall
not be made for the effect of shielding by other structures.
Section 1609.3 Basic wind speed is amended as follows:
The basic wind speed, in mph, for the determination of the wind loads shall be 150 MPH
(Ultimate Design Wind Speed, V ULT). Basic wind speed for the special wind regions
indicated, near mountainous terrain and near gorges shall be in accordance with local
jurisdiction requirements. Basic wind speeds determined by the local jurisdiction shall be in
accordance with Section 6.5.4 of ASCE 7 Section 26.5.1 of ASCE 7.
Section 1805.3.4 Foundation elevation is amended to read as follows:
On graded sites, not within the designated special flood hazard areas, the top of any exterior
foundation shall extend above the elevation of the crown of the road a minimum of 18
inches plus or minus 2 percent. Alternate elevations are permitted subject to the approval of
the building official, provided it can be demonstrated that required drainage to the point of
discharge and away from the structure is provided at all locations on the site. A registered
surveyor shall certify the finished floor elevation to be in compliance with this section. A
copy of such certification shall be presented to the building official prior to issuance of the
certificate of occupancy.
Section 1805.3.4.a. Setback survey shall be added to read as follows:
A registered surveyor shall certify the building setbacks are in compliance with those
established in the code of ordinances. A copy of such certification shall be presented to the
building official prior to placement of foundation concrete.
Section 10: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article II
"Building Construction Standards," Division 3 "Building Code," Section 18-93 "Sidewalks,"
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Section 10: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article II
"Building Construction Standards," Division 3 "Building Code," Section 18-93 "Sidewalks,"
Subsections (b), (c) and (d) of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, are hereby amended to
read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE II. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 3. BUILDING CODE
Sec. 18-93. Sidewalks.
(b) Required. Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, sidewalks conforming to
the requirements of chapter 122 of this Code shall be constructed when a permit is issued
for any of the following:
(1) Construction of a primary residential structure in a subdivision platted after July
26, 2012;
(2) Construction of a primary non-residential structure within any zoning district with
the exception of a LI or HI zoning district; or
(3) Construction on a primary non-residential structure or the parking area serving a
primary non-residential structure that would result in either:
a. A 30 -percent aggregate increase in the existing gross area of impervious
surface on the property in any zoning district with the exception of the HI
zoning district or
b. Five thousand square feet of new impervious surface area, on the property
in any zoning district with the exception of LI or HI zoning district.
(c) Exempt. Construction of sidewalks shall not be required:
(1) On a property where a primary residential structure in a residential zoning district,
as determined by the ULDC, is being constructed but there is not enough space
within the right-of-way to construct a sidewalk as determined by the director of
engineering;
(2) When a residential lot is platted after July 26, 2012, in an existing residential area
where less than 80 percent of the existing homes have sidewalks;
(3) On property where a governmental agency prohibits the construction of sidewalks
and the applicant has provided to the chief building official current documentation
to this effect from the governmental agency; or
(4) When, in the opinion of the chief building official, the installation of sidewalks
would not be feasible due to planned public improvements and the owner or
developer, in lieu of constructing a sidewalk, pays at the time of the issuance of a
building permit a fee. Such fee shall be in an amount equal to the cost of the
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construction of the sidewalk per square foot based upon the competitively bid
prices obtained by the city for its annual concrete work contract.
(d) Appeals. Appeals from a decision of the chief building official shall be made in
accordance with section 18-58.
Section 11: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article II
"Building Construction Standards," Division 4 "Building and Development Permits," Section
18-130 "Standards for demolition" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby
amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE H. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
DIVISION 4. BUILDING AND DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
Sec. 18-130. Standards for demolition.
The following standards shall apply to all structures that are demolished within the city:
(1) All debris must be removed from the property;
(2) All holes or depressions in the ground must be filled to grade level;
(3) Property must be graded to drain to street or per the drainage plan established for
the area as approved by the director of engineering;
(4) All lumber, pipes and other building materials must be removed from the
property;
(5) All underground utilities, pipes, sewer, water and conduits must be removed from
above grade and must be removed or capped off or stubbed out 24" above ground
level by personnel licensed in this state where required by adopted codes. When
necessary to protect the public health, safety or welfare, as determined by the
chief building official, the chief building official may require all underground
septic systems, tanks, underground storage tanks, fuel tanks, water tanks and
underground storage tanks of any kind be removed and properly backfilled to
prevent ponding of any kind. Property owner is responsible for additional backfill
and grading for a period of 1 year after demolition and removal;
(6) All piers, pilings, steps, and other appurtenances must be removed above grade;
(7) All in -ground foundations, piers, slabs, concrete and beams but excluding
required sidewalks in public right-of-way must be removed from the property;
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(8) All asbestos removal must comply with current requirements of the federal
environmental protection agency;
(9) Plumbing permit is required to inspect the utility disconnect; and
(10) Utilities must be disconnected at the property line prior to demolition of structure.
Section 12: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 3 "Electrical Inspector," Section 18-216 "Duties" of the Code of
Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 3. ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR
Sec. 18.216. Duties.
(a) The chief building official shall enforce this article. The chief building official shall,
upon application, grant permits for the installation or alteration of electrical equipment
and shall make inspections of electrical installations, all as provided in this article.
(b) The chief building official shall exercise a general supervision over all electrical
construction and over all electrical contractors and electricians licensed to carry on their
business or trade under this article.
Section 13: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 3 `Electrical Inspector," Section 18-217 "Prohibited activities" of
the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby repealed in its entirety.
Section 14: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 3 `Electrical Inspector," Section 18-218 "Inspections; dangerous
conditions; emergency disconnections" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby
amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 3. ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR
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Sec. 18-218. Inspections; dangerous conditions; emergency disconnections.
(a) The chief building official shall have the right, during reasonable hours, to enter any
building or premises in the discharge of his official duties or for the purpose of making
any inspection or reinspection of electrical equipment in the building or premises or its
installation.
(b) When any electrical equipment is found by the chief building official to be dangerous to
persons or property because it is defective or defectively installed, the person responsible
for the electrical equipment shall be notified in writing and shall make any changes or
repairs required, in the judgment of the chief building official, to place such equipment in
a safe condition. If such work is not completed within 15 days or any longer period that
may be specified by the chief building official in the notice, the chief building official
shall have the authority to disconnect or order the discontinuance of electric service to the
electrical equipment.
(c) In an emergency, when necessary for safety to persons or property or when electrical
equipment may interfere with the work of the fire department, the chief building official
shall have the authority to disconnect or cause the immediate disconnection of any
electrical equipment.
Section 15: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 3 "Electrical Inspector," Section 18-219 "Appeal from orders of
inspector" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 3. ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR
Sec. 18-219. Appeal from orders of inspector.
Appeal from orders of the chief building official may be filed in accordance with the
provisions of the construction board of adjustments and appeals under sections 18-56, et seq.
Section 16: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 4 "Permits and Inspections," Section 18-251 "Public service
company" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
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CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 4. PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
Sec. 18-251. Public service company.
The chief building official shall review and approve electrical plans and permits and inspect
all electrical wiring, apparatus or equipment for the utilization of the service of the electric public
service company or any other source in providing electrical energy for lights, heat or power
inside of or attached to buildings or other structures within the city limits and to enforce laws,
rules and regulations relating to such.
Section 17: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 4 "Permits and Inspections," Section 18-254 "Application" of the
Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 4. PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
Sec. 18-254. Application.
(d) A precise detailed print of the routing of all underground feeders shall be furnished to the
chief building official and the owner of the premises before the electrical permit is issued
for the job.
Section 18: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 4 "Permits and Inspections," Section 18-258 "Display of permit,"
Subsection (b) of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 4. PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
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Sec. 18-258. Display of permit.
(b) On all installations where wiring, apparatus, devices, appliances, fixtures or equipment
are added to previous installations or where changes are made on wiring, apparatus,
devices, appliances, fixtures or equipment, the permit for the installations or changes
shall be delivered to the one person for whom the installation is to be made and shall be
posted on the building or structure as directed by the chief building official before the
installation or change is started.
Section 19: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 4 "Permits and Inspections," Section 18-259 "Emergency
inspection" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 4. PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
Sec. 18-259. Emergency inspections.
The chief building official may issue and enforce any rules or regulations he may deem
necessary covering the granting of emergency inspections, where real emergencies exist.
Section 20: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 4 "Permits and Inspections," Section 18-260 "Certificate of
approval" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 4. PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
Sec. 18-260. Certificate of approval.
When any electrical wiring, apparatus or fixture covered by a permit shall be found on
inspection by the chief building official to conform with the rules and regulations provided by
this article, the chief building official shall issue a final certificate of inspection certifying that
the wiring, apparatus or fixture has been inspected and found to comply with this article. A final
certificate of inspection shall not relieve the electrical contractor of his responsibility for any
defective work which may have escaped the notice of the inspector.
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Section 21. That Chapter 18 `Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 4 "Permits and Inspections," Section 18-261 "Concealed wiring" of
the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 4. PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
Sec. 18-261. Concealed wiring.
When any electrical equipment is to be hidden from view by the permanent placement of
parts of the building, the person installing the equipment shall notify the chief building official,
and such equipment shall not be concealed until it has been inspected and approved.
Section 22: That Chapter 18 `Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 4 "Permits and Inspections," Section 18-262 "Temporary permit' of
the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 4. PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
Sec. 18-262. Temporary permit.
The chief building official may also, before the final certificate of compliance is issued,
give temporary permission to connect and furnish electric current to any wiring, apparatus or
fixture for a period of not exceeding 30 days, if, in his opinion, such wiring, apparatus or fixture
is in such condition that the current may be safely connected therewith and there exists an urgent
necessity for such use.
Section 23: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 4 "Permits and Inspections," Section 18-263 "Insurance required of
master electrician for permit issuance" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby
amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 4. PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
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Sec. 18-263. Insurance required of master electricians for permit issuance.
No electrical permit shall be issued or retained under any electrical contractor or
electrical sign contractor license until he files with the chief building official a certificate of
insurance subject to the requirements of section 18-1.
Section 24: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 4 "Permits and Inspections," Section 18-268 "Condemnation of
property" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby repealed in its entirety.
Section 25: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 5 "Licenses," Subdivision I. "In General," Section 18-301
"Electrical work by homeowner" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby
amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 5. LICENSES
Subdivision I. In General
Sec. 18-301. Electrical work by homeowner.
(a) Nothing in this division shall prohibit any bona fide homeowner from personally
installing electrical conductors or equipment within his own homestead, provided the
owner shall:
(1) File with the chief building official approved plans and specifications that satisfy
the city chief building official as to his ability to install electrical wiring;
(2) Apply for and secure a permit;
(3) Pay the required fees;
(4) Do the work in accordance with this article; and
(5) Apply for and pass a final inspection.
Section 26: That Chapter 18 `Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 5 "Licenses," Subdivision I. "In General," Section 18-431
"Compliance with article, electrical code and utility company specifications," Subsection (a) of
the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
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DIVISION 5. LICENSES
Subdivision I. In General
Sec. 18-431. Compliance with article, electrical code and utility company specifications.
(a) All electrical construction and all materials and appliances used in connection with the
installation, maintenance and operation of electrical wiring, apparatus or equipment for
the utilization of electrical energy for light, heat or power inside the city limits shall
conform to such special rules and regulations as may be embodied in this article, to the
published rules and regulations of the National Electrical Code, most current edition,
published by the National Fire Protection Association, and to the electric public utility
company's meter loop specifications. Evidence that electric equipment is suitably safe to
persons and property is solely based upon Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc., or other
nationally recognized testing institute's approval. The official copy of the electrical code
is on file in the office of the chief building official.
Section 27: 4 That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article III
"Electrical Code," Division 5 "Licenses," Subdivision I. "In General," Section 18-432
"Technical specifications," Subsections (d), (1), and (p) of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown,
Texas, are hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III. ELECTRICAL CODE
DIVISION 5. LICENSES
Subdivision I. In General
Sec. 18-432. Technical specifications.
(d) Service connections made on a temporary basis may be disconnected by the transmission
and distribution provider and/or the applicable retail electric provider upon request of the
inspector without written notice to the contractor or owner.
(1) Reserved.
(p) Temporary saw poles installed to supply construction power shall not be connected to the
permanent interior wiring of a building or other structure without first obtaining written
permission from the chief building official. If such condition is found to exist without
prior written permission, the chief building official may cause the immediate
disconnection of service without further notice to anyone. This shall also include poles
which may be classified as permanent.
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Section 28: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article IV
"Plumbing Code," Section 18-461 "Adopted, Subsections (a) of the Code of Ordinances,
Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE IV. PLUMBING CODE
Sec. 18-461. Adopted.
(a) The International Plumbing Code, 2015 edition, published by the International Code
Council, Inc., as amended in section 18-462, is adopted and incorporated as fully as if set
forth at length in this section as the plumbing code of the city and is made a part of this
article for all intents and purposes The official copy of the plumbing code is on file in the
office of the chief building official.
Section 29- That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article IV
"Plumbing Code," Section 18-462 "Amendments" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas,
is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE IV. PLUMBING CODE
Sec. 18-462. Amendments.
The plumbing code adopted in section 18-461 shall be amended as follows:
Section 106.5.3 Expiration is amended to read as follows:
Every permit issued shall become invalid upon the expiration of 180 days after its issuance
unless (i) the work authorized by such permit is commenced and an inspection is performed
by the chief building official within the 180 -day period, or (ii) the work authorized by such
permit is extended by the chief building official in accordance with this section. The chief
building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for
periods not more than 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and
justifiable cause demonstrated.
Section 106.6.2 Fee schedule is amended to read as follows:
The fees for all plumbing work and re -inspections shall be as indicated in section 2-595 of
this code. Fuel gas and Medical Gas piping may be included as part of a plumbing permit
when identified on the permit application.
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Section 109 Board of appeals is deleted in its entirety and replaced by division 2 of article II of
chapter 18 of the code of ordinances. All references to board of appeals in the code adopted in
section 18-461 shall mean and refer to the construction board of adjustment and appeals.
Section 608.16.5 Connections to lawn irrigations systems is amended to read as follows:
The potable water supply to lawn irrigations systems shall be protected against backflow by
an atmospheric -type vacuum breaker, a pressure-type vacuum breaker or a reduced pressure
principle backflow preventer. The potable water supply for residential irrigation systems that
do not include chemical injection systems shall be protected with atmospheric vacuum
breakers. Where chemicals are introduced into the system, the potable water supply shall be
protected against backflow by a reduced pressure principle backflow preventer.
Section 917 Air admittance valves is amended to read as follows:
The air admittance valves shall not be located inside buildings.
Section 30: That Chapter 18 `Buildings and Building Regulations," Article IV
"Plumbing Code," Section 18-465 "Insurance required before permit issuance" of the Code of
Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE IV. PLUMBING CODE
Sec. 18-465. Insurance required before permit issuance.
No plumbing permit shall be issued, except to a homeowner for work by him on his own
home, until the plumber files with the chief building official a certificate of insurance meeting
the requirements in section 18-1.
Section 31: That Chapter 18 `Buildings and Building Regulations," Article IV
"Plumbing Code," Section 18-466 "Cross -connection control program," Subsections (b) and (d)
of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, are hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE IV. PLUMBING CODE
Sec. 18-466. Cross -connection control program.
(b) Backflow prevention assembly installation, testing and maintenance.
(1) All backflow prevention assemblies shall be tested upon installation by a
backflow prevention assembly tester and certified to be operating within
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specifications as required and regulated by the commission. With the exception of
backflow prevention assemblies associated with non -hazardous residential lawn
irrigation systems, all backflow prevention assemblies, which are installed to
provide protection against health hazards, must also be tested and certified to be
operating within specifications at least annually by a backflow prevention
assembly tester.
(2) All backflow prevention assemblies shall be installed and tested in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions, as required and regulated by the commission.
Test results shall be recorded on a backflow prevention assembly test report form
and submitted to the chief building official within five days of the test. Test and
maintenance forms used shall first be approved by the chief building official.
(3) Assemblies shall be repaired, overhauled, or replaced at the expense of the owner
whenever said assemblies are found to be defective by a backflow prevention
assembly tester. Original forms of such test, repairs, and overhaul shall be kept
and submitted to the chief building official within five working days of the test,
repair or overhaul of each backflow prevention assembly.
(4) No backflow prevention assembly or device shall be removed from use, relocated,
or other assembly or device substituted without the approval of the chief building
official. Whenever the existing assembly or device is moved from the present
location or cannot be repaired, the backflow assembly or device shall be replaced
with a backflow prevention assembly or device that complies with this section,
the commission, or the plumbing code adopted in section 18-461, whichever is
most stringent.
(5) Test gauges used for backflow prevention assembly testing shall be calibrated at
least annually in accordance with the commission. The original calibration form
must be submitted to the chief building official within five days of his request.
(6) The director of public works shall administer and maintain a program for the
receipt of annual testing and maintenance reports of all backflow device in
accordance with section 290.44(h) of the commission's rules.
(d) Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have
the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a
different meaning:
Backflow prevention assembly tester means a licensed backflow prevention assembly
tester, who holds a current license from the commission.
Commission means the state commission on state environmental quality.
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Commission rules means those rules governing public water systems and found in Title
30 of the Texas Administrative Code Chapter 290, Subchapter D.
Section 32: That Chapter 18 `Buildings and Building Regulations," Article N
"Plumbing Code," Section 18-467 "Irrigation systems," Subsection (e) of the Code of
Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE IV. PLUMBING CODE
Sec. 18-467. Irrigation systems.
(e) Exceptions . This section does not apply to:
(1) An on-site sewage disposal system, as defined by V.T.C.A., Health and Safety
Code § 366.002;
(2) An irrigation system:
a. used on or by an agricultural operation as defined by V.T.C.A.,
Agriculture Code § 251.002; or
h. Connected to a groundwater well used by the property owner for domestic
use.
Section 33: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article V
"Mechanical Code," Division 2 "Mechanical Board," Section 18-527 "Powers and duties,"
Section 18-528 "Secretary" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, are hereby repealed in
their entireties.
Section 34: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article V
"Mechanical Code," Division 3 "Standards," Section 18-556 "Code adopted," Subsection (a) of
the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE V. MECHANICAL CODE
DIVISION 3. STANDARDS
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Sec. 18-556. Code adopted.
(a) The International Mechanical Code, 2015 edition, as published by the International Code
Council, Inc., as amended in section 18-557, is adopted and incorporated as fully as if set
forth at length in this section as the mechanical code of the city and is made a part of this
article for all intents and purposes. The official copy of the mechanical code is on file in the
office of the chief building official.
Section 35: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article V
"Mechanical Code," Division 4 "Licenses and Permits," Section 18-591 "Insurance
requirements" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as
follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE V. MECHANICAL CODE
DIVISION 4. LICENSES AND PERMITS
Sec. 18-591. Insurance requirements.
No permit shall be issued for an air conditioning contractor under this division until the
person who is otherwise entitled to have such permit issued to him furnishes to the mechanical
inspector or official certified copies of policies of insurance or properly executed certificate of
insurance confirming and verifying that such person has insurance meeting or exceeding the
requirements in section 18-1 in force.
Section 36: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article VI
"International Fuel Gas Code," Division 2 "Standards," Section 18-622 "Code adopted" of the
Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE VI. INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
DIVISION 2. STANDARDS
Sec. 18-622. Code adopted.
(a) The International Fuel Gas Code, 2015 edition, as published by the International Code
Council, Inc., as amended in section 18-623 is adopted and incorporated as fully as if set
forth at length in this section as the fuel gas code of the city and is made a part of this
article for all intents and purposes. The official copy of the fuel gas code is on file in the
office of the chief building official.
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Section 3T That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article VII
"International Property Maintenance Code," Division 2 "Standards," Section 18-625 "Code
adopted" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE VII. INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
DIVISION 2. STANDARDS
Sec. 18-625. Code adopted.
(a) The International Property Maintenance Code, 2015 edition, including Appendix A, as
published by the International Code Council, Inc., as amended in section 18-626 is
adopted and incorporated as fully as if set forth at length in this section as the property
maintenance code of the city and is made a part of this article for all intents and purposes.
The official copy of the property maintenance code is on file in the office of the chief
building official.
Section 38: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article VIII
"International Energy Conservation Code," Division 2 "Standards," Section 18-628 "Code
adopted" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE VIII. INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE
DIVISION 2. STANDARDS
Sec. 18-628. Code adopted.
(a) The International Energy Conservation Code, 2015 edition, as published by the International
Code Council, Inc., is adopted and incorporated as fully as if set forth at length in this
section as the energy conservation code of the city and is made a part of this article for all
intents and purposes. The official copy of the energy conservation code is on file in the
office of the chief building official.
Section 39: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article IX
"Minimum Property Standards," Division 2 "One- and Two -Family Dwellings and
Townhouses," Section 18-651 "Residential code adopted" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown,
Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
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CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE IX. MINIMUM PROPERTY STANDARDS
DIVISION 2. ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS AND TOWNHOUSES
Sec. 18-651. Residential code adopted.
(a) The 2015 edition of the International Residential Code, including Appendices E, H, I, J
and M, as amended in section 18-652, is adopted and incorporated as fully as if set forth
at length in this section and the provisions therein shall be controlling in the design,
construction, quality of materials, erection, installation, alteration, repair, location,
relocation, replacement, addition to, use or maintenance of one- and two-family
dwellings and townhouses in the city. The official copy of the residential code is on file
in the office of the chief building official.
Section 40: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article IX
"Minimum Property Standards," Division 2 "One- and Two -Family Dwellings and
Townhouses," Section 18-652 "Amendments to the residential code" of the Code of Ordinances,
Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE IX. MINIMUM PROPERTY STANDARDS
DIVISION 2. ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS AND TOWNHOUSES
Sec. 18-652. Amendments to the residential code.
The residential code adopted in section 18-651 shall be amended as follows:
Section R108.2 Schedule ofpermitfees is amended to read as follows:
On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systems or alterations
requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with the fee
schedules established in Chapter 2 of the Code.
Section R112 Board of Appeals is amended to read as follows:
Section R112 'Board of Appeals" is repealed in its entirety and replaced by Chapter 18,
Article II, Division 2. Any reference to the Board of Appeals in the code adopted in section
18-651 shall mean and refer to the Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals
established in Chapter 18, Article II, Division 2 of this code.
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Section 403.1.7.3 Foundation Elevation is amended to read as follows:
On graded sites, not within the designated special flood hazard areas, the top of any exterior
foundation shall extend above the elevation of the crown of the road a minimum of 18
inches plus 2 percent. Alternate elevations are permitted subject to the approval of the
building official, provided it can be demonstrated that required drainage to the point of
discharge and away from the structure is provided at all locations on the site. A registered
surveyor shall certify the finished floor elevation to be in compliance with this section. A
copy of such certification shall be presented to the building official prior to issuance of the
certificate of occupancy.
Section 403.1.7.3.a Setback survey shall be added to read as follows:
A registered surveyor shall certify the building setbacks are in compliance with those
established within the City of Baytown code of ordinances. A copy of such certification
shall be presented to the chief building official prior to placement of foundation concrete.
Part VIII Electrical is amended to add the following:
Wherever differences may occur between the International Residential Code, Part VIII
Electrical and (i) NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code or (iii) Chapter 18, Article III of
this code, the provision of NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code and Chapter 18, Article
III of the code of ordinances shall take precedence.
Section 41: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article IX
"Minimum Property Standards," Division 3 "Multi -family Dwelling Complexes," Subdivision II
"Registration," Section 18-702 "Fee" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby
amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE IX. MINIMUM PROPERTY STANDARDS
DIVISION 3. MULTI -FAMILY DWELLING COMPLEXES
Subdivision II. Registration
Sec. 18-702. Fees.
(a) Basis. The landlord of a multi -family dwelling complex shall pay the city fees to offset
the city's costs of administration, registration and inspection. The fees shall be paid at the
time of registration.
(b) Registration fees.
(1) An annual fee specified in section 2-595 shall be:
a. Submitted annually with the registration form required by section 18-701;
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b. Submitted with a new registration upon a change of ownership of the
complex.
(2) Annual registrations postmarked or received later than December 31st shall be
assessed an additional fee as specified in section 2-595.
(3) Registrations received after 30 days of ownership change shall be assessed a late
fee as specified in section 2-595 at the time of the registration.
(c) Reissuance fees. The fee for issuance or replacement of a lost, destroyed or mutilated
certificate of registration is established in section 2-595.
Section 42: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article IX.5
"International Existing Building Code," Division 1 "Generally," Section 18-765 "Adopted" of
the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE IX.5. INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE
DIVISION 1. GENERALLY
Sec. 18-765. Adopted.
The International Existing Building Code, 2015 edition, as published by the International
Code Council, Inc., as amended in section 18-766, is adopted and incorporated as fully as if set
forth at length in this section and the provisions therein shall be controlling in the repair,
alteration, change of occupancy, addition and relocation of existing buildings and structures
within the city limits. The official copy of the existing building code is on file in the office of the
chief building official.
Section 43: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article IX.5
"International Existing Building Code," Division 1 "Generally," Section 18-766 "Amendments"
of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE IX.5. INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE
DIVISION 1. GENERALLY
Sec. 18-766. Amendments.
The code adopted in section 18-765 shall be amended as follows:
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Section 105.5 Expiration is amended to read as follows:
Every permit issued shall become invalid upon the expiration of 180 days after its issuance
unless (i) the work authorized by such permit is commenced and an inspection is performed
by the chief building official within the 180 -day period, or (ii) the work authorized by such
permit is extended by the chief building official in accordance with this section. The chief
building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for
periods not more than 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and
justifiable cause demonstrated.
Section 112 Board of appeals is deleted in its entirety and replaced by division 2 of article II of
this chapter of the code of ordinances. All references to board of appeals in the code adopted in
section 18-91 shall mean and refer to the construction board of adjustment and appeals.
Section 44: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article X "House
Moving" Division 2 "License," Section 18-814 "Insurance" of the Code of Ordinances,
Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE X. HOUSE MOVING
DIVISION 2. LICENSE
Sec. 18-814. Insurance.
(a) The applicant for a license required under this division shall file with the city a certificate
of insurance as follows:
Commercial automobile liability insurance with a minimum combined single limit
of $500,000.00 for all claims arising in any one year.
(b) Such insurance shall be written by an insurance carrier licensed to do business in this
state and shall provide that coverages afforded under the policy will not be canceled,
suspended, voided or reduced until at least 30 days' prior written notice has been given to
the city via certified mail, return receipt requested. Additionally, the city shall be added
as an additional insured on the policy, and the coverage shall contain no special limitation
on the scope of protection afforded to the city.
Section 45: That Chapter 18 "Buildings and Building Regulations," Article X "House
Moving," Division 4 "Requirements," Section 18-881 "Compliance with building code" of the
Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 18. BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE X. HOUSE MOVING
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DIVISION 4. REQUIREMENTS
Sec. 18-881. Compliance with building code.
It shall be unlawful for any licensee to begin or complete the moving of any house onto any
property in the city unless the permanent location and installation of such house on such property
in all respects complies with the building code.
(1) Prior to any house or structure being moved into the city, application must be
made with the chief building official. Application process to include:
(a) Inspection of the existing structure is to be made by the chief building
official on the existing site prior to the house or structure being relocated,
as part of the application process.
(b) Complete set of plans and drawings, included but not limited to, structural,
mechanical, plumbing, electric and proposed plot plan, survey of proposed
site or location.
(c) Letter of compliance signed by property owner attesting to knowledge and
understanding of requirement for windstorm and energy code compliance.
(d) Sealed letter from state licensed engineer attesting to windstorm
compliance and current energy code compliance is required and must be
approved by the building official.
(2) House or structure moved into the city must meet all current adopted codes and
ordinances.
Section 46: That Chapter 38 "Fire Prevention and protection," Article III "Fire
Prevention Standards," Section 38-61 "Code adopted," Subsection (a) of the Code of
Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 38. FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
ARTICLE III. FIRE PREVENTION STANDARDS
Section 38-61. Code adopted.
(a) Except as may otherwise be provided in this chapter, the International Fire Code, 2015
edition, published by the International Code Council, Inc., including all appendixes, as
amended in this division, is adopted and incorporated as fully as if set forth at length in
this section. The fire prevention code adopted in this section shall be controlling within
the city limits. One copy of the code is on file in the office of the fire chief.
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Section 47: That Chapter 38 "Fire Prevention and protection," Article III "Fire
Prevention Standards," Section 38-63 "Definitions" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas,
is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 38. FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
ARTICLE III. FIRE PREVENTION STANDARDS
Section 38-62. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in the fire prevention code adopted
in section 38-61, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the
context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Municipality shall be held to mean the city.
Retail service station means that portion of a property where a flammable or combustible
liquid used as motor fuel is stored and dispensed as an act of retail sale from fixed equipment
into the fuel tank of a motor vehicle. The term does not include a marina.
Section 48: That Chapter 38 "Fire Prevention and protection," Article III "Fire
Prevention Standards" of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to add a
new section to be numbered and entitled Section 38-68 "Amendments" to read as follows:
CHAPTER 38. FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
ARTICLE III. FIRE PREVENTION STANDARDS
Sec. 38-68. Amendments.
The fire prevention code adopted in section 38-61 is hereby amended, in part, as follows:
Subsection 503.2.3 Surface is amended to read as follows:
503.2.3 Surface. Permanent fire apparatus access roads shall be constructed of asphalt or
concrete. Other approved hard, all-weather surface materials may be used with written
approval by the fire code official. Fire apparatus access roads shall be constructed and
maintained so as to withstand the load of fire apparatus, without failure, during all types
of weather.
Subsection 503.2.3.1 Emergency Access lane requirements during construction is hereby added
and shall read as follows:
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503.2.3.1 Emergency Access lane requirements during construction.
1. When a fire apparatus access road (fire lane, etc.) or a water supply for fire
protection is required to be installed, such protection shall be installed and made
serviceable prior to and during the time of construction except when approved
alternative methods of protection are approved by the Fire Code Official.
2. Temporary vehicle access roads/driveways shall be constructed of an approved
material capable of supporting all fire apparatus under all weather conditions and
shall be properly maintained until the permanent access roadways are installed.
3. A permanent vehicle access roadway/driveway of concrete or asphalt shall be
installed up to the building before any vertical construction begins.
4. In buildings with an automatic sprinkler/standpipe system, access roads must
extend to within 50 feet of fire department connections and to within 100 feet of a
fire hydrant.
5. All required permanent fire water supply systems shall be installed and approved
prior to any combustible construction or use of any building or structure being
allowed.
Subsection 503.2.4 Turning radius is amended to read as follows:
503.2.4 Turning radius. The required turning radius of a fire apparatus access road
shall be 23 feet minimum inside radius and a 35 foot centerline radius.
Subsection 507.5.1 Where required is amended to read as follows:
507.5.1 (Water supplies) Where required. Where a portion of the facility or building
constructed hereinafter or moved into or within the city is more than 400 feet from a
hydrant on a fire apparatus access road, as measured by an approved route around the
exterior of the facility or building, on-site fire hydrants and mains shall be provided
where required by the fire code official.
Exceptions:
1. For Group R-3 and Group U occupancies, the distance required shall be 600 feet.
2. For buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system
installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, the distance
requirement shall be 600 feet
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Subsection 507.5.1.2 is hereby added and shall read as follows:
507.5.1.2 Fire hydrants and fire department connections located so as to not block a
driveway or roadway when connected together.
Where a new fire hydrant is required to supply a fire sprinkler system or a standpipe
system, the FDC (fire department connection) and the fire hydrant must be on the same
side of the driveway or roadway so as to not block either the driveway or roadway from
additional emergency vehicles access.
Subsection 507.5.3 Private fire service mains and water tanks is amended to read as follows.
507.5.3 Private fire service mains and water tanks. Private fire service mains and water
tanks shall be periodically inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25
at the following intervals:
1. Private hydrants of all types: Inspection annually and after each operation; flow test
and inspection annually.
2. Fire Service main piping: Inspection of exposed, annually; flow test every 5 years.
3. Fire service main piping strainers: Inspection and maintenance after each use.
4. A copy of the annual inspection report must be forwarded to the Fire Code Official's
office within 30 days after the inspection.
Records of inspections, testing and maintenance shall be maintained.
Subsection 903.3.6 Hose threads is amended to read as follows:
903.3.6 Hose threads
903.3.6.1. A 5" (5 inch) Storz connection, with locking caps manufactured by
the Knox Company, shall be used for all fire department connections where a
NFPA 13 (commercial) sprinkler system or any standpipe system is installed.
903.3.6.2. A 2%z" (2'/z inch) NST female connection, with locking caps
manufactured by the Knox Company, may be used for fire department
connections where a NFPA 13R sprinkler system is installed
Subsection 912.2 FDC Location is amended to add the following subsections which shall read as
follows:
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912.2 FDC Location.
912.2.3 Where NFPA 13 sprinkler systems or standpipe systems or installed, the fire
department connection shall be located remote of the building, out of the collapse zone.
The collapse zone is a distance away from the building at least equal to the height of the
exterior wall of the building, on the side of the fire department connection.
912.2.4. The remote fire department connections shall be at a 30 degree downward angle
to the ground and shall be at least 24 inches from the ground and no higher than 36 inches
from the ground.
912.2.5. All fire department connections shall be located:
No more than 50 feet from fire department access lane and
2. No more than 100 feet from an accessible fire hydrant.
912.2.6. When barriers such as, but not limited to, ditches or fences are present, then
access points shall be provided to maintain the 50 foot travel distance between the fire
department connection and the fire department access road. Access points may consist of
a gate or pathway, at grade, at least 4 feet wide.
912.2.7. ALL FDCs must be on the same side of the driveway/roadway as the accessible
fire hydrant, so as not to block the driveway/roadway from further emergency vehicle
access with fire hose, where applicable.
Subsection 912.5 Signs is amended to read as follows:
912.5 Signs
Subsection 912.5.1 A posted sign, meeting the requirements of the Fire Code Official
must identify all fire department connections. See Fire Marshal's Office for requirements.
Subsection 912.5.2 All Sprinkler riser rooms/closets shall be identified with a sign on the
door (minimum lettering size to be 3 inches.)
Subsection 1006.1.1 Restroom illumination required is hereby added and shall read as follows
1006.1.1 Restroom Illumination Required. Emergency egress lighting shall be required
in public restrooms that have more than 1 toilet/urinal fixture.
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Subsection 1011.1.1 Exit sign letter color is hereby added and shall read as follows:
1011.1.1 Exit sign letter color. All new or replaced exit signs must have green letters for
International safety consistency.
Section 49: That Chapter 58 "Manufactured Homes, Mobile Homes, recreational
Vehicles and Parks" Section 58-7 "Manufactured home permit" of the Code of Ordinances,
Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
Chapter 58 MANUFACTURED HOMES, MOBILE HOMES, RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES AND PARKS
Sec. 58-7. Manufactured home permit.
The manufactured home placement fee established in section 2-595 must be paid prior to
the placement of any manufactured home within the corporate limits of the city.
Section 50: That Chapter 58 "Manufactured Homes, Mobile Homes, recreational
Vehicles and Parks" Division 3 Within Manufactured Home Parks," Subdivision I "Permits and
Licenses," Section 58-182 "Manufactured home park operator's license required" of the Code of
Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
Chapter 58 MANUFACTURED HOMES, MOBILE HOMES, RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES AND PARKS
DIVISION 3. WITHIN MANUFACTURED HOME PARKS
Subdivision I. Permits and Licenses
Sec. 58-182. Manufactured home park operator's license required.
(a) It shall be unlawful to establish, maintain or operate a manufactured home park without
first securing a manufactured home park license.
(b) The license shall be valid for a period of one year beginning on July 1 of each year and
shall be renewable annually during the month of June. A nonrefundable license
application investigation fee as established in section 2-595 shall accompany each
application for a license, provided such investigation fee will be allowed as a credit upon
the license if it is granted. The fee schedule for licenses is established in section 2-595
(c) The annual renewal license shall be determined by the fee schedule established in section
2-595.
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(d) Prior to the issuance of any manufactured home park license, and each renewal thereof,
the owner or operator must file with the city a list of the owners and occupants of all
manufactured homes in the manufactured home park as of the prior January 1.
Section 51: Any person who fails to comply with any provision of this ordinance shall
be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished by a fine not exceeding
FIVE HUNDRED AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($500.00). Each act of violation and each day
upon which any such violation shall occur shall constitute a separate offense. In addition to the
penalty prescribed above, the city may pursue other remedies such as abatement of nuisances,
injunctive relief, administrative adjudication and revocation of licenses or permits.
Section 52: All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent with the terms of this
ordinance are hereby repealed; provided, however, that such repeal shall be only to the extent of
such inconsistency and in all other respects this ordinance shall be cumulative of other
ordinances regulating and governing the subject matter covered by this ordinance.
Section 53: If any provision, section, exception, subsection, paragraph, sentence,
clause or phrase of this ordinance or the application of same to any person or the set of
circumstances, shall for any reason be held unconstitutional, void or invalid, such invalidity shall
not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of this ordinance or their application to other
persons or sets of circumstances and to this end all provisions of this ordinance are declared to be
severable.
Section 54: This ordinance shall take effect from and after ten (10) days from its
passage by the City Council. The City Clerk is hereby directed to give notice hereof by causing
the caption of this ordinance to be published in the official newspaper of the City of Baytown at
least twice within ten (10) days after passage of this ordinance. _
INTRODUCED, READ, and PASSED by the
City of Baytown this the 14th day of December, 2017.
ATT ST:
L TICIA BRYSCH, Ci Jerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
S _t . V
*INACIO RAMIREZ, City Attorney
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. DONCARLOS, Mayor
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