Burbank Municipal Code § 503.2 California Fire Code

Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 26 feet (6096 mm), exclusive of shoulders, except for approved security gates in

accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches (4115 mm).

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-505.1.1: RESIDENTIAL BUILDING IDENTIFICATION:

The following section is added to Chapter 5, Part 9 of the CFC:

505.1.1 Residential building identification.

A. STREET NUMBER.

All residential structures shall display a street number in a prominent position so that it shall be easily visible from the street. The numbers shall be at least four (4) inches in height, of a color contrasting to the background and located so they may be clearly seen and read. If the structure has rear vehicle access, numbers shall be placed there as well. The Fire or Police departments may require the size of the numbers to be increased or provided in additional locations if the distance from or orientation to the street limits visibility.

B. PLOT PLAN.

At each entrance to a multiple-family dwelling complex of a private residential community which has ten (10) or more units, there shall be an illuminated diagrammatic representation (plot plan) of the complex which shows the location of the viewer and the building units within the complex. The diagrammatic representation shall be drawn to one-eighth (1/8) inch scale or larger and shall not be less than eight and one-half (8 1/2) inches by eleven (11) inches and shall have all weather-exposed surfaces treated to prevent damage from the sun, wind and rain.

C. IDENTIFYING FACTOR.

In multiple-family dwelling complexes which have ten (10) or more units, any building having separate identifying factor, other than the street number shall be clearly identified in the manner described in this article. Each individual unit of residence shall have a unit identifying number, letter or combination thereof displayed upon the door.

D. NUMBERING.

Buildings shall be numbered with the approval of the enforcing authority. This section shall not prevent supplementary numbering such as reflective numbers on the street curbs or decorative numbering but this shall be considered supplemental only and shall not satisfy the requirements of this section.

E. MAPS.

Maps of multiple-family dwelling complexes shall be furnished to the fire department upon completion of construction. The maps shall include building identification and unit identification.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-505.1.2: COMMERCIAL BUILDING IDENTIFICATION:

The following section is added to Chapter 5, Part 9 of the CFC:

505.1.2 Commercial building identification.

A. STREET NUMBER.

All commercial structures shall display a street number in a prominent position so that it shall be easily visible from the street. The numbers shall be at least six (6) inches in height, of a color contrasting to the background and located so they may be clearly seen and read. If the structure has rear vehicle access, numbers shall be placed there as well. The Fire or Police Departments may require the size of the numbers to be increased or provided in additional locations if the distance from or orientation to the street limits visibility.

B. IDENTIFYING FACTOR.

In commercial complexes, any building having a separate identifying factor, other than the street number shall be clearly identified in the manner described in this article. Each individual unit shall have a unit identifying number, letter or combination thereof displayed upon the door.

C. NUMBERING.

Buildings shall be numbered with the approval of the enforcing authority. The section shall not prevent supplementary numbering such as reflective numbers on street curbs or decorative numbering but this shall be considered supplemental only and shall not satisfy the requirements of this section.

D. MAPS.

Maps of commercial complexes shall be furnished to the fire department upon completion of construction. The maps shall include building identification and unit identification.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-505.1.3: PREMISES IDENTIFICATION:

The following section is added to Chapter 5, Part 9 of the CFC:

505.1.3 Premises identification. Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property and from the alley or rear access way to the property. Numbers/addresses on residential structures shall be at least four (4) inches (101.6 mm) in height with three-fourths (3/4) inch (19.1 mm) stroke. All other occupancies shall have numbers/addresses a minimum of six (6) inches (152.4 mm) in height with three-fourths (3/4) inches (19.1) stroke. All numbers/address shall contrast with their background.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-903.2(a): REQUIRED INSTALLATIONS:

The following section is added to Chapter 9, Part 9 of the CFC:

903.2(a) Required installations. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all newly constructed occupancies.

EXCEPTION: Existing Group U Division 1 Occupancies, detached less than 500 square feet (4.5 m2).

For provisions on special hazards and hazardous materials, see Chapters 50 through 67 of the CFC 2025.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-903.2(b): SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR ALL BUILDINGS:

The following section is added to Chapter 9, Part 9 of the CFC:

903.2(b) Special provisions for all buildings. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in the following areas of all buildings.

A. At the top of rubbish and linen chutes; in their terminal rooms and all trash enclosures. Chutes extending through three or more floors shall have additional sprinkler heads installed within such chutes at alternate floors. Sprinkler heads shall be accessible for servicing.

B. In rooms where nitrate film is stored or handled.

EXCEPTION: When storage or handling of nitrate film is less than 50 pounds (22.7 kg)/10 standard rolls and stored in an approved cabinet. In protected combustible fiber storage vaults.

C. Existing Buildings.

1. Additions. If an addition to an existing building causes the total floor area of the entire building to exceed five thousand (5,000) square feet (464.5 m2), then said entire building shall be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system. Area separation walls as set forth in the California Building Code shall not be used to reduce allowable floor area for automatic fire sprinkler requirements.

2. Alterations/Repairs. Any alterations or repairs to an existing building, other than a Group R, that equal or exceed five thousand (5,000) square feet (464.5 m2), or wherein the costs of such alterations exceed twenty-five percent (25%) of the current replacement value of said building as determined by the most recent Building Valuation Data published by the International Code Council (ICC), then said entire building shall be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system. All alterations or additions within any such twelve (12) consecutive month period that singularly or in composite exceed said 25% of the current replacement value of said building as determined by the most recent Building Valuation Data published by ICC, then said entire building shall be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system.

3. R1 - Alterations/Repairs/Additions. Any alterations or repairs to an existing Group R Division 1 Hotel, apartment, and lodging house, that within any twenty four (24) consecutive month period exceed fifty percent (50%) of the current replacement value of said building, as determined by the most recent Building Valuation Data published by International Code Council (ICC), then said entire building shall be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system.

4. R3 - Alterations/Repairs. Any alterations or repairs to an existing Group R Division 3 dwelling that within any twenty four (24) consecutive month period exceed seventy-five percent (75%) of the current replacement value of said building, as determined by the standards approved by the Fire Code Official, then said entire building shall be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system.

5. Occupancy Change. Existing and new sections of an existing building for which there is an occupancy classification change to a more restrictive or hazardous use, as determined by the Fire Code Official, shall be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-903.2.8(a): GROUP R OCCUPANCIES:

The following section is added to Chapter 9, Part 9 of the CFC:

903.2.8(a) Group R occupancies. When a Group R occupancy is required to be protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system, the attic, basement or subterranean space, all restrooms/bathrooms, and attached garage shall be fully covered by such system.

Exception: Where decided by the Fire Code Official; access to the attic, if the basement or subterranean space is restricted and non-accessible for storage or other use, automatic fire sprinklers shall not be required to be provided. HVAC or similar equipment may be enclosed from the remainder of the space with approved fire proof construction and sprinklers provided within the enclosure. The Fire Code Official shall have the authority to require or modify the requirements set forth in this section on a case by case basis.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-903.4.2.1: SPRINKLER SYSTEM MONITORING AND ALARMS:

The following section is added to Chapter 9, Part 9 of the CFC:

903.4.2.1 Sprinkler system monitoring and alarms.

A. WHERE REQUIRED.

All Valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems and water-flow switches on all sprinkler systems shall be electronically monitored by a UL listed company unless otherwise approved by the Fire Code Official, where the number of sprinklers are twenty or more.

Valve monitoring and water-flow alarm and trouble signals shall be distinctly different and shall be automatically transmitted to an approved central station, remote station or proprietary monitoring station as defined by NFPA 72 and International Fire Codes and shall sound an audible signal at a constantly attended location.

EXCEPTION: Underground key or hub valves in roadway boxes provided by the municipality or public utility need not be monitored.

B. ALARMS.

An approved audible sprinkler flow alarm shall be provided on the exterior of the building in an approved location. Approved audible and visual sprinkler flow alarms for all occupancies, shall be provided throughout the structure building to notify all occupants. Actuation of the alarm shall be as set forth in NFPA 13 as adopted by California State Fire Marshal.

Exception: Group R Division 3 Occupancies

C. ALARM ACTIVATION - AUTOMATIC FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS.

All Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems shall provide an audible local alarm when activated. If the occupancy has a fire sprinkler alarm, fire alarm or water flow monitoring, the automatic fire extinguishing system shall be tied into said system.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-2-4804.2.1: STUDIO AND STAGE EXIT PERIMETERS:

The following section is added to Chapter 48, Part 9 of the CFC:

4804.2.1 Studio and stage exit perimeters. All studios and stages shall be provided with a clear, unobstructed aisle around the perimeter of not less than 48 inches (1219 mm) wide and a minimum of 84 inches (2134 mm) in height. Aisles shall provide access to exit doors, firefighting equipment and utility controls.

Such aisle shall be clearly marked with a minimum 4 inch (102 mm) wide stripe at the inside edge of the aisle. The total width of the stripe shall be within the required 48 inch (1219 mm) width. The words "FIRE AISLE" shall be painted in a contrasting color every 20 feet (6096 mm) within the perimeter.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-5001.5.1(a): UNIFIED HAZARDOUS WASTE AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT REGULATORY PROGRAM:

The following section is added to Chapter 50, Part 9 of the CFC:

5001.5.1(a) Unified hazardous waste and materials management regulatory program. California Health and Safety Code Section 25404 establishes the Unified Hazardous Waste and Materials Management Regulatory Program requiring consolidation of six environmental programs jointly operated by the County of Los Angeles and the City of Burbank. On December 10, 1996, the Burbank City Council passed and adopted resolution number 24,929, approving an agreement and memorandum of understanding with the County of Los Angeles whereby the County will act as a Certified Unified Program Agency ("CUPA") for the City, and the City will be a participating agency.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-5003.3.1.5: HAZARDOUS MATERIALS, RELEASE RESPONSE PLAN, INVENTORY:

The following section is added to Chapter 50, Part 9 of the CFC:

5003.3.1.5 Hazardous materials, release response plan, inventory. The City, pursuant to Section 25502 of the California Health and Safety Code, shall be responsible for the implementation of Chapter 6.95 (commencing with Section 25500) of Division 20 of the California Health and Safety Code and shall have exclusive jurisdiction within the corporate boundaries of the City for the purpose of carrying out such chapter. The Fire Code Official, or the designee of the Fire Code Official, shall be responsible for the administration and enforcement of such chapter. All fees and charges of any kind necessary for the enforcement of such chapter shall be as designated in the Burbank Fee Resolution, as amended from time to time.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-5003.3.1.6: EMERGENCY RESPONSE EXPENSES:

The following section is added to Chapter 50, Part 9 of the CFC:

5003.3.1.6 Emergency response expenses. The expenses of an emergency response necessary to protect the public or environment from a real and imminent threat due to a release of a Hazardous Material or substance as defined in this article or the California Health and Safety Code, as well as the cost of cleaning up and disposing of the hazardous materials shall be charged against any person, firm or corporation responsible thereof.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-5003.4.1: MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS:

The following section is added to Chapter 50, Part 9 of the CFC:

5003.4.1 Material safety data sheets. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) shall be readily available on the premises for hazardous materials regulated by this article. The Fire Code Official may require an approved Knox vault, when there is an acutely hazardous material or threshold quantities are met (55 gallons, 200 cubic feet, 500 pounds), to be installed in an approved location which shall contain MSDS sheets, site plans and emergency phone numbers as necessary for that facility.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]

9-1-9-5608.1(a): PROHIBITION:

The following section is added to Chapter 56, Part 9 of the CFC:

5608.1(a) Prohibition. No person shall manufacture, possess, sell, or discharge fireworks.

EXCEPTION: The use of fireworks for display is allowed as set forth in Section 5608 of the 2025 CFC.

[Added by Ord. No. 25-4,034, eff. 1/1/26.]