1105.1 Application. Instead of sizing the storm drainage
California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) · 2022 edition · updated 2026-09-10 · California
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system in accordance with Section 1103.0, the roof drainage shall be permitted to be sized by controlled flow and storage of the storm water on the roof, provided the following conditions are met:
(1) The water from a 25-year frequency storm shall not be
stored on the roof exceeding 24 hours. (2) During the storm, the water depth on the roof shall not
exceed the depths specified in Table 1105.1(1). (3) Not less than two drains shall be installed in roof areas of
10 000 square feet (929 m 2 ) or less, and not less than one additional drain shall be installed for each 10 000 square feet (929 m 2 ) of roof area exceeding 10 000 square feet (929 m 2 ). (4) Each roof drain shall have a precalibrated, fixed (non adjustable), and proportional weir (notched) in a standing water collar inside the strainer. No mechanical devices or valves shall be permitted. (5) Pipe sizing shall be based on the pre-calibrated rate of
flow (gpm) (L/s) of the pre-calibrated weir for the maximum allowable water depth, and Table 1103.1 and Table 1103.2. (6) The height of stones or other granular material above the
waterproofed surface shall not be considered in water depth measurement, and the roof surface in the vicinity of the drain shall not be recessed to create a reservoir. (7) Roof design, where controlled-flow roof drainage is
used, shall be such that the design roof live load is not less than 30 lb/ft 2 (146 kg/m 2 ) to provide a safety factor exceeding the 15 lb/ft 2 (73 kg/m 2 ) represented by the depth of water stored on the roof in accordance with Table 1105.1(1). (8) Scuppers shall be provided in parapet walls. The distance
of scupper bottoms above the roof level at the drains shall not exceed the maximum distances specified in Table 1105.1(2). (9) Scupper openings shall be not less than 4 inches (102
mm) high and have a width equal to the circumference of
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the roof drain required for the area served, sized in accordance with Table 1103.1. (10)Flashings shall extend above the top of the scuppers. (11)At a wall or parapet, 45 degree (0.79 rad) cants shall be
installed. (12)Separate storm and sanitary drainage systems shall be
provided within the building. (13)Calculations for the roof drainage system shall be sub mitted along with the plans to the Authority Having Jurisdiction for approval.
TABLE 1105.1(1) CONTROLLED-FLOW MAXIMUM ROOF WATER DEPTH
| ROOF RISE* (inches) |
MAXIMUM WATER DEPTH AT DRAIN (inches) |
|---|---|
Flat |
3 |
2 |
4 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
6 |
For SI units: 1 inch = 25.4 mm
- Vertical measurement from the roof surface at the drain to the highest point of the roof surface served by the drain, ignoring a local depression immediately adjacent to the drain.
TABLE 1105.1(2)
| DISTANCE OF SCUPPER | BOTTOMS ABOVE ROOF |
|---|---|
ROOF RISE* (inches) |
ABOVE ROOF LEVEL AT DRAIN (inches) |
Flat |
3 |
2 |
4 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
6 |
For SI units: 1 inch = 25.4 mm
- Vertical measurement from the roof surface at the drain to the highest point of the roof surface served by the drain, ignoring a local depression immediately adjacent to the drain.
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- Chapter 1 — GENERAL CODE PROVISIONS
- Chapter 2 — DEFINITIONS
- Chapter 3 — GENERAL REGULATIONS
- Chapter 4 — PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE FITTINGS
- Chapter 5 — WATER HEATERS
- Chapter 6 — WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION
- Chapter 7 — SANITARY DRAINAGE
- Chapter 8 — INDIRECT WASTES
- Chapter 9 — VENTS
- Chapter 10 — TRAPS AND INTERCEPTORS
▸Chapter 11 — STORM DRAINAGE
Overview- 1101.1 Applicability. This chapter shall govern the materials,…
- 1101.2 Where Required. Roofs, paved areas, yards, courts,
- 1101.3 Storm Water Drainage to Sanitary Sewer Pro-
- 1101.4 Material Uses. Pipe, tube, and fittings conveying
- 1101.5 Expansion Joints Required. Expansion joints or
- 1101.6 Subsoil Drains. Subsoil drains shall be provided
- 1101.7 Building Subdrains. Building subdrains located
- 1101.8 Areaway Drains. Open subsurface space adjacent
- 1101.9 Window Areaway Drains. Window areaways at a
- 1101.10 Filling Stations and Motor Vehicle Washing
- 1101.11 Paved Areas. Where the occupant creates surface
- 1101.12 Roof Drainage. Roof drainage shall comply with
- 1101.13 Cleanouts. Cleanouts for building storm drains
- 1101.14 Rainwater Sumps. Rainwater sumps serving
- 1101.15 Traps on Storm Drains and Leaders. Leaders
- 1101.16 Leaders, Conductors, and Connections.
- 1102.1 Applications. Roof drains shall be constructed of
- 1102.2 Dome Strainers Required. Roof drains shall have
- 1102.3 Roof Drain Flashings. The connection between
- 1103.1 Vertical Conductors and Leaders. Vertical conductors an…
- 1103.2 Size of Horizontal Storm Drains and Sewers.
- 1103.3 Size of Roof Gutters. The size of semi-circular
- 1103.4 Side Walls Draining onto a Roof. Where vertical walls p…
- 1104.1 General. Where there is a continuous or semi-continuous…
- 1105.1 Application. Instead of sizing the storm drainage
- 1105.2 Setback Roofs. Drains on setback roofs shall be
- 1106.1 General. The design and sizing of a storm drainage
- 1106.2 Siphonic Roof Drainage Systems. The design of
- 1106.3 Siphonic Roof Drains. Siphonic roof drains shall
- 1107.1 Testing Required. New building storm drainage
- 1107.2 Methods of Testing Storm Drainage Systems.
- Chapter 12 — FUEL GAS PIPING
- Chapter 13 — HEALTH CARE FACILITIES AND MEDICAL GAS AND MEDICA…
- Chapter 14 — FIRESTOP PROTECTION
- Chapter 15 — ALTERNATE WATER SOURCES FOR NONPOTABLE APPLICATIONS
- Chapter 16 — NONPOTABLE RAINWATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS
- Chapter 17 — REFERENCED STANDARDS
- Appendix A — RECOMMENDED RULES FOR SIZING THE WATER SUPPLY SYS…
- Appendix B — EXPLANATORY NOTES ON COMBINATION WASTE AND VENT S…
- Appendix C — ALTERNATE PLUMBING SYSTEMS
- Appendix D — SIZING STORM WATER DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
- Appendix E — MANUFACTURED/MOBILE HOME PARKS AND RECREATIONAL V…
- Appendix F — FIREFIGHTER BREATHING AIR REPLENISHMENT SYSTEMS
- Appendix G — SIZING OF VENTING SYSTEMS
- Appendix H — PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS
- Appendix I — INSTALLATION STANDARDS
- Appendix J — COMBINATION OF INDOOR AND OUTDOOR COMBUSTION AND …
- Appendix K — POTABLE RAINWATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS
- Appendix L — SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES
- Appendix M — PEAK WATER DEMAND CALCULATOR
- Appendix N — IMPACT OF WATER TEMPERATURE ON THE POTENTIAL FOR …