Chapter 9.148 — PUBLIC SAFETY RADIO SYSTEM COVERAGE

The intent of this chapter is to set forth a regulatory framework to provide effective coverage throughout the City of Lake Forest for the Countywide Coordinated Communication System utilized by police and fire personnel for public safety services. (Ord. 176 § 1, 2007)

The following words, terms, and phrases when used in this chapter shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a differing meaning:

"Countywide Coordinated Communication System" means that radio system used by local law enforcement, fire, lifeguard and public works departments within the County of Orange for emergency and nonemergency radio communication on the 800 MHz radio band.

"Specifications" means the City of Lake Forest Public Safety Radio System Coverage Specifications, a copy of which is maintained in the office of the City Clerk. (Ord. 176 § 1, 2007)

Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, no person shall own, erect, construct, maintain or occupy, any building or structure, or any part thereof, or cause the same to be done, that fails to comply with the requirements of the specifications. This chapter shall apply to every building and structure except the following:

• A. Existing buildings or structures for which a building permit has been issued;

• B. Elevators; and

• C. Buildings and structures that have three stories or less and that do not have subterranean storage or parking, provided that this article shall apply to all subterranean storage or parking areas regardless of the height or number of stories of the building or structure; and

• D. Any building or structure where coverage consistent with the minimum level of service as set forth in the Specifications is naturally provided; and

• E. Any remodel, renovation, alteration or improvement of any commercial building or structure of less than 20% of the original footprint of the building or structure.

• (Ord. 176 § 1, 2007)

The owner of any building or structure to which this chapter applies shall be responsible for all costs associated with compliance with the specifications. (Ord. 176 § 1, 2007)

After discovery of a building that does not comply with this chapter, the building owner shall have six months to correct the deficiency and bring the building into compliance with this chapter. (Ord. 176 § 1, 2007)