§ 9.03

An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all

buildings containing a Group S-2 occupancy exceeding 5,000 square feet.

Exception: Open parking garages, including canopies and photovoltaic panel systems with open parking underneath, shall meet automatic sprinkler system requirements in accordance with the 2019 California Building Code and 2019 California Fire Code without local amendment.

Section 903.3.1.1.3 is added, to read:

903.3.1.1.3 Undeclared Use. In buildings of undeclared use with floor to structure height greater than 14 feet (4256 mm), the fire sprinkler system shall be designed to conform to Extra Hazard Group I design density. In buildings of undeclared use with floor to structure height less than 14 feet (4256 mm), the fire sprinkler system shall be designed to conform to Ordinary Group II design density. Where a subsequent occupancy requires a system with greater capability, it shall be the responsibility of the owner and/or the occupant to upgrade the system.

Section 903.3.1.3 is amended to read:

903.3.1.3 Sprinkler Systems for One and Two family dwellings. Automatic sprinkler systems for one- and two-family dwelling shall be permitted to be installed in accordance with sections 903.3.1.3.1 through 903.3.1.3.3.

Section 903.3.1.3.1, 903.3.1.3.2, and 903.3.1.3.3 is added, to read:

903.3.1.3.1 NFPA 13D Sprinkler Systems. Automatic sprinkler systems installed in one- and two- family dwellings; Group R-3 buildings, and townhouses shall be permitted to be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13D as amended in Chapter 80.

903.3.1.3.2 California Residential Code Section R313. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be permitted to be installed in accordance with the California Residential Code section R313.

903.3.1.3.3 Pipe limitations. Where CPVC pipe is installed above the installed above the insulation or is otherwise located in an unconditioned space, such as in an attic space, or a garage without conditioned living space above, CPVC pipe shall be adequately insulated to a minimum R-19 value, or equivalent, or pipe shall be limited to Type K or L copper, or ferrous piping.

Section 903.3.5.3 is added, to read:

903.3.5.3 Non-permissible water supply storage. Swimming pools and ponds shall not be considered water storage for the purposes of Section 903.3.5.

Section 903.3.9 is amended to read:

903.3.9. Floor control valves. Individual floor control valves and waterflow detection assemblies shall be provided for each floor in multi-floor buildings at an approved location.

Exception: Group R-3 and R-3.1 Occupancies

Section 903.4.2 is amended to read:

903.4.2 Alarms. One approved audible and visual device shall be connected to every automatic sprinkler system at an approved location. Such sprinkler water-flow alarm devices shall be activated by water flow equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the system. Audible and visual alarm devices shall be provided on the exterior of the building in an approved location. Where a fire alarm system is installed, actuation of the automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm system.

Section 903.6.1 and 903.6.2 are added, to read:

903.6.1 Substantial Addition or Expansion. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all existing buildings where a substantial addition or expansion occurs and the total fire area of the structure exceeds 5,000 square feet. Group R-3 substantial additions or expansions shall comply with Section 903.2.8.1.1.

903.6.2 Change of occupancy classification. Any existing building that undergoes a change of occupancy classification into a higher hazard category shall comply with the requirements of Section 903.2. Relative hazard categories of occupancy groups shall be established based upon the Heights and Areas Hazard Categories of Table 1012.4 of the current edition of the International Existing Building Code, as published by the International Code Council. The requirements of Section 903.2 shall not be required when a change of occupancy classification is made to an equal or lesser hazard category. Group L occupancies shall be considered a relative hazard of 1 (highest hazard). Group R-3 occupancies shall be considered a relative hazard of 4 (lowest hazard).

Section 907.4.4 is added, to read:

907.4.4 Monitoring of other fire systems. In buildings equipped with a fire alarm system or sprinkler alarm and supervisory service (SASS) system, where other fire suppression or extinguishing systems are installed in the building (including but not limited to commercial kitchen suppression systems, pre-action fire suppression systems, dry chemical systems, and clean agent systems), these other suppression systems shall be monitored by the SASS dedicated function fire alarm system and transmitted as a specific signal to the Central Station. The system shall be monitored and comply with Section 907.6.6.

Section 907.5.2.3.1 is amended to read:

907.5.2.3.1 Public and common areas. Visible alarm notification appliances shall be provided in public use areas and common use areas, including but not limited to:

Sanitary facilities including restrooms, bathrooms, shower rooms, and locker rooms.

Corridors, hallways, and aisles with shelving and/or fixtures obstructing the required light intensity for that area.

Music practice rooms.

Band rooms.

Gymnasiums.

Multipurpose rooms.

Occupational shops.

Occupied rooms where ambient noise impairs hearing of the fire alarm.

Lobbies

Meeting/Conference rooms.

Classrooms.

Medical exam rooms.

Open office areas.

Sales floor areas.

Break or lunch rooms

Copy or work rooms.

Computer server rooms exceeding 200 sq. ft.

File or Storage rooms exceeding 200 sq. ft.

Section 907.6.6 is amended to read:

907.6.6 Monitoring of fire alarm systems. A fire alarm system required by this chapter, or by the California Building Code, shall be monitored by a UL-listed Central Station service in accordance with NFPA 72 and this code.

Exception: Monitoring by a UL-listed central station is not required for:

Single- and multiple-station smoke alarms required by section 907.2.10.

Group I-3 occupancies shall be monitored in accordance with section 907.2.6.3.

Residential Day Care Facilities (occupancy load of 14 or less).

One- and two- family dwellings

Residential Care Facilities licensed by the state with an occupant load of 6 or less.

Occupancies with a local fire alarm system that will give an audible and visible signal at a constantly attended location, as approved by the Fire Code Official.

Section 907.8.6 is added, to read:

907.8.6 Certification. New fire alarm systems shall be UL-Certified. A Certificate of Completion and other documentation as listed in NFPA 72 shall be provided for all new fire alarm system installations. It is the responsibility of the building owner or owner's representative to obtain and maintain a current and valid Certificate.

Section 907.8.6.1 is added, to read:

907.8.6.1 Posting of Certificate. The UL Certificate shall be posted in a durable transparent cover within 3 feet of the fire alarm control panel within 45 days of the final acceptance test/inspection.

Chapter 10. Means of Egress.

Section 1028.5.1 is added, to read:

1028.5.1 Exit discharge surface. Exterior exit pathway surfaces shall be suitable for pedestrian use in inclement weather, and shall terminate at a public way as defined in the California Building Code.

Chapter 33. Fire Safety During Construction and Demolition.

Section 3301.3 is added, to read: