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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF
AMES, IOWA, BY REPEALING SECTIONS AND SUBSECTIONS OF
CHAPTER 5 AND ENACTING NEW SECTIONS AND SUBSECTIONS OF
CHAPTER 5 FOR THE PURPOSE OF REVISING THE CODE TO REQUIRE
PROGRESS ON BUILDINGS UNDER CONSTRUCTION, REQUIRE
BASEMENT EGRESS WINDOWS AND EQUALIZE FOOTINGS IN WOOD
POLE AND STEEL BUILDINGS,AS WELL AS TO RENUMBER THE 1991
UBC SECTIONS TO CONFORM TO THE 1994 UBC NUMBERS;REPEALING
ANY AND ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT
TO THE EXTENT OF SUCH CONFLICT; PROVIDING A PENALTY; AND
ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
BE IT ENACTED,by the City Council for the City of Ames,Iowa,that:
Section One. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.101 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.101 as follows:
"Sec.5.101. ADOPTION OF CODE.
The Uniform Building Code, 1994 Edition (herein called UBC), as published by the
International Conference of Building Officials,is hereby adopted and designated,together with the
additions,deletions and modifications hereinafter stated,as the Building Code of the City. Copies of
the UBC shall be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk. (Ord. No. 2696,Sec. 2, 1-16-79; Ord. No.
2891,Sec. 1,3-27-84;Ord.No.3194,Sec.1,9-24-92;Ord.No. 3217, See. 1, 3-23-93) [State Law Ref.
Iowa Code Sec. 103.Al2J"
Section Two. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.102 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.102 as follows:
"Sec.5.102. APPLICATION TO EXISTING BUILDINGS&STRUCTURES.
Delete Section 3401 UBC and insert in lieu thereof the following:
Existing Installations. Buildings in existence at the time of the adoption of this code may have
their existing use or occupancy continued if such use or occupancy was legal at the time of adoption
of this code,provided such continued use is not dangerous to life. Those buildings in existence at the
time of the adoption of this code which were not legal may also have their use continued except when
such continued use will create a potential hazard. If it is judged to be a potential hazard,the problem
will be corrected to comply with the current code.
Buildings which have been granted retroactive conversion permits shall be treated as buildings
in existence whose use or occupancy was legal at the time of adoption of this code.
(Ord.No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92)"
Section Three.The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.103 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.103 as follows:
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"Sec.5.103. ALTERNATE MATERIALS AND METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION.
Amend Section 104.2.8 UBC to provide as follows:
The provisions of this code are not intended to prevent the use of any material or method of
construction not specifically prescribed by this code,provided an alternate has been approved and its
use authorized by the building official.
The building official may approve any such alternate,provided he finds that the proposed
design is satisfactory and complies with the provisions of this code and that the material,method or
work offered is,for the purpose intended,at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in suit-
ability,strength,effectiveness,fire resistance,durability,safety and sanitation.
The building official shall require that sufficient evidence or proof be submitted to substantiate
any claims that may be made regarding its use. This evidence considered, may include published
supplements to the Uniform Building Code dated 1994 or later. The details of any action granting
approval of an alternate shall be recorded and entered in the files of the code enforcement agency.
(Ord.No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92)"
Section Four. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.104 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.104 as follows:
"Sec.5.104. BOARD OF APPEALS.
Delete Section 105 UBC and insert in lieu thereof the following:
Board of Appeals Established,Appointment.
(1) There is hereby established a Board to be called the Board of Appeals(herein called
'the Board'),which shall consist of five(5)members. The Board shall be composed of one architect,
one consulting engineer,one general contractor,one home builder and one member of the construction
business trade. Board Members shall be appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council.
This Board also shall act as the Fire Code Appeals Board. The members of the Board shall serve
without compensation. When acting as the Fire Code Appeals Board,the Fire Chief may designate an
individual knowledgeable in fire safety to render professional advice to the Board on matters related
to the Fire Code. A member from each of the electrical,plumbing,and mechanical boards of appeal
shall be members ex officio of this board,without voting power.
(Ord.No. 3217, Sec. 2, 3-23-93)
(2) Term of Office. The term of office of such Board shall be two(2)years;except that
when the Board shall first be created, the home builder and general contractor members shall be
appointed for one year terms. Vacancies shall be filed for any unexpired term in the same manner as
original appointments. If a member fails to regularly attend meetings,the member may be removed by
action of the City Council but only after the member has been given reasonable notice that his or her
failure to regularly attend meetings may subject the member to removal from the Board. Members may
only serve two consecutive terms.
(Ord.No. 3217, Sec. 2, 3-23-93)
(3) Quorum. The presence of three(3)voting members shall be necessary to constitute
a quorum. The concurring vote of three (3) members of the Board shall be required to vary the
application of any provision of this Code or to modify any order of the Building Official. No Board
member shall act in any case in which he has a personal interest.
(Ord.No. 3217, Sec. 2, 3-23-93)
(4) Records of Board Proceedings. A record of all proceedings of the Board shall be
kept which shall set forth the issues or requests submitted to the Board,the reasons for the Board's
Decisions,the vote of each member,the absence of a member,and any failure of a member to vote.
(Ord.No.3217, Sec. 2, 3-23-93)
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(5) Procedure. The Board may adopt such procedural rules and regulations as are
necessary to carry into effect the provisions of this chapter.
(6) Appeals;Time Limits.
(a) Whenever the Building Official shall reject or refuse to approve the mode
or manner of construction proposed to be followed,or materials to be used in the erection or alteration
of a building or structure,or when it is claimed that the provisions of this Code do not apply,or that
an equally good or more desirable form of construction can be employed in any specific case,or when
it is claimed that the true intent and meaning of this Code or any of the regulations thereunder have
been misconstrued or wrongly interpreted,the owner of such building or structure,or the authorized
agent of the owner,may appeal from the decision of the Building Official to the Board. Notice of
appeal shall be made in writing and filed within ten(10)days after the decision is rendered by the
Building Official. In case of delay,for good cause,an extension of time to file may be granted by the
Building Official. An administrative fee shall accompany such notice of appeal,which may be made
on a form provided by the Building Official. The amount of such fee shall be as set by resolution of
the City Council.
(b) In case of a building or structure which, in the opinion of the Building
Official,is unsafe or dangerous,the Building Official may,in his order,limit the time for such appeal
to a shorter period.
(c) Initiating work, or progressing with that portion of work, which is the
particular issue on appeal,or progressing with work which would cover the matter on appeal,may void
such appeal,and may result in the Building Official's order being affirmed by the Board.
(7) Board Decisions; Scope of Authority.
(a) The Board shall meet within thirty(30)days after notice of appeal is filed.
The Board shall conduct a hearing in order to determine the suitability of alternative methods and ma-
terials of construction and to provide for reasonable interpretations of this code.
In considering alternative materials and methods of construction,the Board may
approve any alternate if it finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and that the material,method
or work offered is,for the purpose intended,at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in
quality,strength,effectiveness,fire resistance,durability and safety. Also,the Board shall require that
sufficient evidence or proof be submitted to substantiate any claim that may be made regarding the use
of alternates. The Board shall have no authority to waive the requirements of this code without first
providing for an alternate that meets the standards of this section.
In considering interpretations of the Code,the Board shall follow the intent,spirit and
purpose of the code. The Board shall have no authority relative to interpretation of the procedural
provisions of this chapter.
(b) A decision of the Board to vary the application of any provision of this Code
or to modify an order of the Building Official shall specify in what manner such variation or modifica-
tion is made,the conditions upon which it is made,and the reasons therefor.
(8) Board Decisions; Procedure.
(a) Every decision of the Board shall be final,subject,however,to the right that
any aggrieved party may have to judicial review. The decision shall be in writing,promptly filed in the
office of the Building Official,and shall be open to the public for inspection. A true and correct copy
of the decision shall be promptly sent by mail or otherwise delivered to the appellant. Any copies shall
be publicly posted in the office of the Building Official for two(2)weeks after the filing thereof.
(b) The Board shall reach a decision without unreasonable or unnecessary
delay.
(c) The Building Official shall take immediate action to comply with the written
decision of the Board.
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(9) Code Amendments
(a) Authority-The Building Code Board of Appeals shall review and make
recommendation on any and all proposed changes to this code. Recommendations shall be forwarded
to the City Council for final action.
(b) Philosophy-It shall be the philosophy of the City that the local code should
follow as closely as possible the national standards as established by the Uniform Building Code.
(c) Procedure for Amendment
(i) Any proposed change to this chapter shall be brought to the board
of appeal for public hearing and recommendation to the City Council for final action.
(ii) Written notification of proposed changes shall be given to
individuals registered with the City prior to the public hearing before the board.
(Ord.No. 2254, Sec, 1, 7-2-68; Ord. No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92)"
Section Five. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames, Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.105 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.105 as follows:
"Sec.5.105. REGISTRATION.
Delete Sections 106, 107, 108, 109, 1701, 1702, Table -IA of the UBC and insert in lieu thereof
Sections 5.105, 5.106, 5.107 and 5.108,set out as follows:
(1) Registration Required. It shall be unlawful for any person,firm,or corporation to
erect, construct,enlarge,alter,repair,move,improve,remove,convert,or demolish any building or
structure in the City,or cause the same to be done unless such person,firm,or corporation has been
validly registered with the City to perform such work. Such person,firm or corporation shall be herein
termed Registrant. In extending the rights and privileges of such registration, the City makes no
statement of the technical competency of those so registered.
(a) Exemption for Homeowner. No such registration procedure shall be
required for alteration or repair work to be performed on a residential structure when the person
performing the alteration or repair work is the owner of the structure,and has his legal residence there.
The homeowner shall be automatically termed a Registrant for the purposes of such a project. Notwith-
standing such relief from registration,all requirements for permits for the work shall remain in force.
(Ord.No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92)
(b) Exemption for Non-Permit Work. When the types of work fall under the
"exempted work"provisions of Section 5.106 of this Code,the registration requirement is waived.
(Ord.No. 3217, Sec. 3, 3-23-93)
(2) Information to be Provided: An applicant for registration under this section shall
provide to the Building Official the following information:
(a) The complete name,complete mailing address,street address and telephone
number of the firm or corporation.
(b) The name,position and private mailing address of a manager or general
agent of the firm or of each officer of a corporation and the registered agent for service of legal process
on the corporation.
(c) The name, position and private mailing address of a person who is
authorized to bind the firm in legal agreements.
(d) If the registration is to be as an individual only, the name and mailing
address,street address and telephone number of the individual.
(e) The State Division of Labor registration number.
(f) Other pertinent information deemed necessary by the Building Official.
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Every Registrant shall provide accurate information on the registration application. The
Building Contractor,if an individual,or the principal manager of the Building Contractor,shall come
into the inspection office to register in person each year. Any changes in that information shall be
reported to the office of the Building Official within ten(10)days from the date the information previ-
ously supplied has become inaccurate for any reason.
(Ord.No. 3217, Sec. 3, 3-23-93)
(3) Insurance Required. Every Registrant shall carry Contractor's Commercial General
Liability insurance in not less than $500,000.00 combined single limit, and shall provide proof of
coverage to the Building Official before registration.
(a) State Registration -proof of state registration is required at the time of
registration with the City. EXEMPTION: When registrant is the property owner,proof of general
liability insurance coverage of$500,000 is required in lieu of contractors commercial liability coverage
and no state registration number is required."
(Ord. No.3217, Sec. 3, 3-23-93)
(4) Building Official Shall Respond. Upon receipt of an application for registration,
the Building Official shall act promptly to issue the registration or to declare why the registration should
not be issued. The Building Official shall so respond not later than two weeks following receipt of the
application.
(5) Expiration and Renewal of Registration. Registration shall expire annually on
January 1,and may be reactivated so long as the registration information remains accurate and proof
of continued liability coverage is submitted.
(6) Transfer of Registration Prohibited. No Registrant shall allow his/her registration,
by name or other identification,to be transferred,assigned,or used in any manner directly or indirectly,
or for any purpose,by any person,firm or corporation,other than the one to whom it was issued by the
Building Official.
(7) Registration Suspended. The Building Code Board of Appeals shall have the
authority to suspend any registration issued under this section for any of the following acts by the
Registrant:
(a) Continued work after the issuance of a Stop Order.
(b) Initiating work in violation of the Board's decision or prior to the Board's
decision.
(c) Causing or permitting the unauthorized or prohibited use of a valid
registration,by Registrant or another,such as to allow the rights and privileges of registration to be
applied to one not duly registered.
(d) Judgment entry of two (2) violations of any of the provisions of the
Building Code committed within a period of twelve(12)consecutive months.
Such suspension of registration shall be for a time not to exceed six (6) months. After
expiration of such period of time as the Board shall have designated, and after payment of any
outstanding penalties,costs,fees and completion of proof of compliance,and routine renewal fee,if
it has become due in the interim,the suspended registration shall again become valid and effective.
(8) Registration Revoked. The Building Code Board of Appeals shall have the
authority to revoke any registration issued under this section for:
(a) Judgment entry of a violation constituting the practice of any fraud or deceit
in securing a registration for Registrant or another;or,fraud or deceit in securing a permit.
(b) Judgment entry of three (3)violations of the Building Code committed
within a period of twelve months.
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Such revocation of registration by the Board shall be full and final cancellation of such
registration,made effective on the date of the Board's decision. Any Registrant so judged by the Board
shall not be allowed in the future to be registered again in the city.
(9) Suspension or Revocation Hearing. In considering allegations under this section
regarding suspension or revocation of a registration,the Board of Appeals shall proceed upon sworn
information furnished it by an official of the City,or by any person. Such information shall be in
writing and shall be duly verified by the person familiar with the allegations made. The Board shall
issue an order setting the matter for hearing at a specified time and place, and the Secretary of the
Board, with the advice of the City Attorney, shall cause a copy of the Board's order, and of the
allegations,to be served upon the Registrant either by registered mail or personally,at least fifteen(15)
days before the date set for the hearing. The Registrant may appear in person or by counsel at the time
and place named in the order and present a defense to the Board. The City Attorney shall provide
counsel for the Board. If the Registrant fails or refuses to appear,the Board may nevertheless proceed
to hear and determine the charge.
(Ord.No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92; Ord.No. 3217, Sec. 4, 3-23-93)"
Section Six. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames, Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Subsection 5.106(2)(b)as it now exists and enacting a new Subsection 5.106(2)(b)as follows:
" (b) Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by house and
street address,or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building
or work."
Section Seven. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Subsection 5.106(3)(a)(iv) and 5.106(3)(c) enacting new Subsections 5.106(3)(a)(iv), (v) and (vi) and
5.106(3)(c)as follows:
" (iv) Warehouses and commercial buildings not more than one story
in height, and not exceeding ten thousand square feet in gross floor area;commercial buildings not
more than two stories in height and not exceeding six thousand square feet in gross floor area and light
industrial buildings.
(v) Factory built buildings which are not more than two stories in
height and not exceeding twenty thousand square feet in gross floor area or which are certified by a
professional engineer registered under chapter 542B,Code of Iowa.
(vi) Churches and accessory buildings,whether attached or separate,
not more than two stories in height and not exceeding two thousand square feet in gross floor area.
(3) (c) Computations, stress diagrams, and other data sufficient to show the
correctness of the plans shall be submitted when required by the building official. Plans for buildings
more than two (2)stories in height of other than Group R-3 and U occupancies shall indicate how
required structural and fire-restrictive integrity will be maintained where a penetration will be made for
electrical,mechanical,plumbing,and communications conduits and pipes,and similar systems."
Section Eieht. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.106(6)as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.106(6)as follows:
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"(6) Every permit issued by the Building Official under the provisions of this Code shall expire
by limitation of time and become null and void if the building or work authorized by such permit is not
commenced within 180 days from the date of such permit or if the building or work authorized by such
permit is suspended or discontinued for a period of 60 days at any time after the work is commenced.
Before such work can be recommenced, a new permit shall be first obtained so to do, and the fee
therefore shall be one-half the amount required for a new permit for such work,provided no changes
have been made or will be made in the original plans and specifications for such work;and provided
further that such suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year."
Section Nine. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.108(1)as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.108(1)as follows:
,V) Generai.All construction or work for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection
by the Building Official,and certain types of construction may have continuous inspection by special
inspectors,as specified in Subsection 5.108(6).
A survey of the lot may be required by the Building Official to verify compliance of the
structure with approved plans. It shall be the duty of the permittee to cause the work to be accessible
and exposed for inspection purposes."
Section Ten. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.108(5)as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.108(5)as follows:
" (5) Reinspections. A reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or
reinspection when such portion of work for which inspection is called is not complete, or when
corrections called for are not made,or for failure to provide access on the date for which inspection is
requested.
This subsection is not to be interpreted as requiring reinspection fees the first time a job is
rejected for failure to comply with the requirements of this code,but as controlling the practice of
calling for inspections before the job is ready for such inspection or reinspection. Reinspection fees
shall be paid in accordance with fees established by City Council."
Section Eleven. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.108(6)(a)as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.108(6)(a)as follows:
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(a) General. In addition to the inspections to be made as specified in
subsections 5.108(3)and(4),the Building Official may require the owner or his agent to employ a
special inspector who shall be present during construction on all the types of work set forth in Sec.
1701.5(1)through(15)of the 1994 UBC."
Section Twelve. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.109(1)and(2)as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.109(1)(2)as follows:
" (1) Use or Occupancy. No premises or building or structure classified under the UBC
in Groups R-1, A, B,E,F,H,1,M and S inclusive shall be used or occupied,and no change in the
existing occupancy classification of a premises or building or structure or portion thereof shall be made
until the Building Official has issued a Certificate of Occupancy/Zoning Permit therefore as provided
herein.
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(2) Change in Use. Changes in the character of use of a building shall not be made
except as specified in Section 3405 UBC."
Section Thirteen. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.110 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.110 as follows:
"Sec.5.110. HANDICAP REQUIREMENTS.
Amend Sec.2904 of UBC by adding subparagraph(c)as follows:
Sec.2904. The accessibility rules and regulations for the physically handicapped as set forth
in Division VII of the Iowa State Building Code,set out in Part 661,Section 16.700(103A)-16.799
inclusive except for table 70513-Schedule of Fees for Handicapped Review and Compliance,are hereby
adopted as a part of this code and by this reference are made applicable as if set out fully herein.
See also Sec. 5.115,5.122 and 5.123 of this Chapter.
(Ord.No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92; Ord.No. 3217, Sec. 8, 3-23-93)"
Section Fourteen. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.111 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.111 as follows:
"Sec.5.111. EXITS AND EMERGENCY ESCAPES.
Section 310.4 of the UBC is amended by adding these paragraphs:
The following provisions only apply to structures constructed prior to April 1, 1993:
As it is the purpose and policy of the City to correct those existing uses which are dangerous
to life and judged to be potential hazards,every sleeping room in a basement shall have at least one
operable window or door approved for emergency escape or rescue which shall open directly onto a
public street,public alley,yard or exit court. The units shall be operable from the inside to provide a
full,clear opening without use of separate tools.
EXCEPTION:Only those dwelling units which were granted a retroactive conversion permit
that provided for an exception to this provision for certain rooms shall not be required to install
operable windows or doors for emergency escape or rescue in those rooms.
(Ord.No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92; Ord.No. 3217, Sec. 8, 3-23-93)"
Section Fifteen. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.112 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.112 as follows:
"Sec.5.112. HABITATION OF BASEMENTS.
Section 1203.1 of the UBC is amended by adding these sections:
(1) Basements within single family dwellings may be converted to habitable space
without meeting the light and ventilation requirements of Section 1203.1 UBC if sufficient artificial
light and ventilation are provided. (For guidelines,see requirements for B use.) This section only
applies to structures constructed prior to April 1, 1993.
(2) Basements within single family structures built after April 1, 1993 may reduce the
window requirement to 5%window glazing.
See also Sec. 5.114 of this chapter.
(Ord. No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92)"
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Section Sixteen. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.113 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.113 as follows:
"Sec.5.113. WINDOWS ENCLOSED.
The exception to Section 1203.1 UBC is amended by adding the following unnumbered
paragraph:
This EXCEPTION(to subsection 1203.1 UBC)notwithstanding,window area required by
code may open into an enclosed porch if that enclosed porch has its required window area plus a
window area equal to the window area enclosed by adding the porch.
(Ord.No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92)"
Section Seventeen. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended
by repealing Section 5.114 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.114 as follows:
"Sec. 5.114. HABITATION OF BASEMENTS.
Section 310.6.1 of the UBC is amended by adding:
Exception: Basements within single family dwellings constructed prior to April 1, 1993 may
be converted to habitable space without meeting the ceiling height requirements of Section 310.6.1
UBC if the ceiling is not less than seven feet in height,not counting ductwork which does not exceed
25% of a room. However, the building official may grant additional relief given the addition of
increased fine safety features,including,but not limited to,increased fire rating of materials,proximity
of egress windows,fire and smoke detection.
See also Sec. 5.112 of this chapter.
(Ord.No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92)"
Section Eighteen. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.117 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.117 as follows:
"See.5.117 SPRINKLERS.
Delete Section 403.1 UBC and insert in lieu thereof the following:
(1) The provision of Subsection 403.1 UBC is modified to provide as follows:
Section 403.1 Scope. This section shall apply to all Group B,office buildings and Group R,
Division 1 occupancies,located in buildings which are more than four stories or forty feet in height
above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access,or of greater height than the ladder capability
of the local fire department from the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. Such buildings
shall be provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 403.2.
See also Sec. 5.125 of this chapter.
(Ord. No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92)"
Section Nineteen. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.118 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.118 as follows:
"Sec.5.118.ELEVATORS.
Amend the first paragraph of Subsection 403.7 to read as follows:
(h)Elevators. Elevators and elevator shall comply with the provisions promulgated by the
Iowa State Labor Commissioner and of Chapter 30,UBC,and the following:
(Ord.No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92)"
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Section Twenty. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended by
repealing Section 5.120 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.120 as follows:
"Sec.5.120. FOOTINGS.
Amend the provisions of Section 1806 of the UBC as follows:
1. Revise Exception 1 of Subsection 1806.2 UBC to read as follows:
Exception: 1. A detached one-story wood or metal frame building not used for human
occupancy and not over 720 square feet in floor area may be constructed with walls supported on a
wood foundation plate when approved by the building official or administrative authority having juris-
diction.
(Ord. No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92; Ord. No. 3217,Sec. 10, 3-23-93)"
Section Twenty-One. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended
by repealing Section 5.121 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.121 as follows:
"Sec.5.121. FOUNDATION,STUD BEARING WALLS.
Delete Table 18-1-D UBC and insert in lieu thereof the following:
Number of Thickness of Foundation Walls Minimum Thickness of Minimum Depth
Floors (inches) Width Footing Footing(inches) of Foundation
Supported By (inches) Below Natural
the Foundation* Surface of
Ground or
Finish Grade
(Whichever is
Lower)(inches)
Concrete Unit Masonry
l 8 8 16 8 42
2 8 8 16 8 42
3 10 12 18 12 42
*Foundations may support a roof in addition to the stipulated number of floors. Foundations
supporting roofs only shall be as required for supporting one floor.
(Ord.No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92; Ord. No. 3217, Sec. 10, 3-23-93)
All buildings shall have perimeter footings to 42" below grade, and such footings shall be
designed to withstand all forces placed upon them as per the 1994 UBC.
Trench footings are allowed as a continuous 8"single pass trench for a single story wood frame
structure with spans not exceeding 16 feet. The trench must be 42" deep and have at least two (2)
horizontal rods fixed in place and tied into the existing structure. Soil bearing pressure to be minimum
of 2000 psi.
(Ord. No. 3217, Sec. 10, 3-23-93)"
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Section Twen,-Two. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended
by repealing Section 5.127 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.127 as follows:
"Sec.5.127. FIRE MARSHALL'S RULES.
Add a new section 907 to Chapter 9 of the UBC to read as follows:
907. Fire Extinguishers. The rules of the State Fire Marshall which require the installation of approved
type fire extinguishers and which have been promulgated under the authority of Iowa Code Section
100.35 as set out at Iowa Administrative Code 661-Chapter 5,are hereby adopted as a part of this
ordinance and by this reference are made applicable as if set out fully herein.
(Ord.No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92)"
Section Twenty-Three. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended
by repealing Section 5.128 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.128 as follows:
"Sec.5.128. ELEVATORS.
Add a paragraph to section 3001 to read as follows:
The rules of the Iowa Division of Labor Services shall also apply.
(Ord. No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92)"
Section Twenty-Four. The Municipal Code of the City of Ames,Iowa shall be and the same is hereby amended
by repealing Section 5.130 as it now exists and enacting a new Section 5.130 as follows:
"Sec.5.130. PORTIONS OF UBC APPENDIX DELETED.
(1) UBC Appendix Chapter 3,Division H;Chapter 16,Division I;Chapter 19;Chapter 15,
except 1514 and 1515;Chapter 12,Division II;and Chapter 31,Division III;Appendix 4,Division 1;
Appendix 11;and Appendix 34 are adopted and made a part of this code. All other appendix chapters
are deleted.
(2) Amend Sec.419 of Appendix 4 to read, "The provisions of this section apply to the
design and construction of barriers for all new and existing swimming pools in the City of Ames,Iowa.
(Ord. No. 3194, Sec. 1, 9-24-92; Ord.No. 3217,Sec. 11, 3-23-93)"
Section Twenty-Five. Violation of the provisions of this ordinance shall constitute a municipal infraction
punishable as set out in Section 1.9 of the Municipal Code.
Section Twenty-Six. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent
of such conflict,if any.
Section Twenty-Seven. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication
as required by law.
Passed this 9t1 day of April , 1996.
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Sandra L.Ryan,City Clerk Larry R. urtis,Mayor
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