Marina Municipal Code Ch. 15.32 Adoption of the California Fire Code (CFC)

Sections: Adoption of technical provisions of California Fire Code. Definitions. Bureau of fire prevention established. Findings. Section 101.1—Amended. Section 101.2.1—Amended. Section 102.1—Amended. Marina city code interpretation. Section 103.0—Amended. Section 105.5.0—Added. Section 113.2—Amended. Section 113.4—Amended. Section 114.4—Amended.

15.32.140 15.32.150 15.32.160 15.32.170 15.32.180 15.32.190 15.32.200 15.32.210 15.32.220 15.32.230 15.32.240 15.32.250 15.32.270 15.32.280 15.32.360 15.32.370 15.32.380 15.32.390 15.32.400 15.32.410 15.32.420 15.32.430 15.32.440 15.32.450 15.32.460 15.32.470 15.32.480 15.32.490 15.32.500 15.32.510 15.32.520 15.32.530 15.32.540 15.32.550 15.32.560 15.32.570 15.32.580 15.32.590 Section 202—Amended. Section 503.2.7—Added. Section 503.2.7.1—Added. Section 503.7—Amended. Section 505.1—Amended. Section 507.5.2—Amended. Section 605.3—Amended. Section 901.1.1—Added. Section 901.2.2—Amended. Section 901.4—Amended. Section 901.4.8—Added. Section 901.6.4—Added. Section 901.7.7—Added. Section 901.11—Added. Section 903.2—Amended. Section 903.2.8—Amended. Section 903.3.1.1.1-5—Added. Section 903.3.1.1.2—Deleted. Section 903.3.1.2—Amended. Section 903.3.1.3—Amended. Section 903.3.10—Amended. Section 903.4.2—Amended. Section 903.4.3—Amended. Section 904.14.2—Amended. Section 904.14.5.2—Amended. Section 907.1.6—Added. Section 907.2—Amended. Section 907.6.4—Amended. Section 907.6.5—Amended. Section 907.6.6—Amended. Section 907.6.6 is amended to add Section 907.6.6.0. Section 907.7.2—Amended. Section 907.8.2.1—Added. Section 1205.1.1—Amended. Section 1205.2.1—Amended. Section 1205.2—Amended. Section 1206—Amended. Section 1207.4.1.1—Added.

15.32.600 15.32.610 15.32.850 15.32.860 15.32.870 15.32.880 15.32.890 15.32.900

Section 3905—Amended. Section 5609.0 added. Section 5609.1 added. Section 5609.1.2 added. Section 5609.1.3 added. Section 5609.1.4 added. Section 5609.1.5 added. Appendix MC adopted and added. Prior legislation: Ords. 2025-05 § 1 and 2022-06 § 1 (Exh. A).

A. Except as otherwise provided for in this chapter, the California Fire Code or CFC, 2025 Edition, promulgated by the International Fire Code Institute, including the appendix sections, together with those omissions, amendments, exceptions, and additions thereto as amended in Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, are approved and adopted, and are incorporated in this chapter by reference and made a part hereof the same as if fully set forth herein. B. One copy of the CFC has been filed for use and examination of the public in the office of the fire chief of the city of Marina. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

As used in this chapter or in any other uniform codes or other nationally recognized fire safety standard made a part of this chapter, unless otherwise apparent from the context: A. “City” means the city of Marina when it refers to a political entity and means the incorporated area of the city of Marina when it refers to an area. B. “City council” means the city council of Marina. C. “Fire chief” means the chief of the fire department serving the city of Marina. D. “Fire code official” means the fire chief or their designee. E. “Mayor” means the mayor of the city of Marina. F. “Municipality” means the city of Marina. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

The California Fire Code shall be enforced by the fire chief or their designee. The fire chief is appointed as the fire code official. The bureau of fire prevention is established within the city under the direction of the fire code official. The function of the fire prevention bureau shall be the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the provisions of the fire code. References within the California Fire Code to the “department of fire prevention” shall mean the bureau of fire prevention. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

The amendments set forth in Sections 15.32.040 through 15.32.920 are reasonably necessary because of the following local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions: A. Climate. The city, on average, experiences an approximate annual rainfall of fifteen inches. The heaviest months for rainfall can be expected between January and April. During winter months, the city may experience periods of heavy rain, which can cause local flooding. Due to the proximity of the Pacific Ocean, winter storms are often accompanied by high winds, which have uprooted trees and damaged power lines. The city has also experienced periods of heavy fog, which has delayed the responding fire apparatus and prevented early discovery of structure fires. Light to gusty winds occur during dry periods which, when coupled with highly flammable vegetation, can cause uncontrollable fires. With increased development spreading into brush covered coastal hill areas, wind driven fires could have severe consequences, as have been demonstrated on several occasions throughout the state. B. Geologic. The city is susceptible to seismic hazards resulting from movement along any one of several known faults. The most serious direct earthquake hazard threat is from the damage or collapse of buildings and other structures due to ground movement. In addition to damage caused by earthquakes, there is the possibility of earthquake-induced fires starting because of damage to gas lines, power lines or heat-producing appliances and the unavailability to water for fire control due to broken water mains. In the event of a major earthquake many areas of the city may not be accessible to emergency equipment and, if bridges or roads are damaged, the city may be isolated from outside assistance. C. Topographical. The city is divided by California State Highway 1. The freeway creates barriers which obstruct traffic patterns and delay response time for fire equipment. The water supply within the city is directly affected by the topographical layout. In the event of a major catastrophe, the city does not have an elevated water storage system to supply pressurized water to the city fire hydrants. D. Conclusion. Local climatic, geologic and topographical conditions impact fire suppression efforts and the frequency, spread, intensity and size of fire involving structures in this community. Further, they impact potential damage to all structures from earthquake and subsequent fire. Therefore, it is found to be necessary that the California Fire Code be amended by this chapter to mitigate the effects of these conditions. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 101.1 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Fire Code for the County of Monterey, hereinafter referred to as “Fire Code.” (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 101.2.1 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 101.2.1 Appendices. Provisions in all appendices to the 2025 California Fire Code are hereby adopted in their entirety and shall apply. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 102.1 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 102.1 Construction and design provisions. The construction and design provisions of this Code shall apply to:

1. Structures, facilities and conditions arising after the adoption of this Code.
2. Existing structures, facilities and conditions not legally in existence at the time of adoption of this Code.
3. Existing structures, facilities and conditions when identified in specific Sections of this Code.
4. Existing structures, facilities and conditions, which, in the opinion of the Fire Code Official, constitute a distinct hazard to life and property.
5. Existing Structures Alterations, Additions and Repairs. a. All new work performed in alterations and/or repairs to existing structures shall comply with the current provisions of this Chapter.

b. When alterations and/or repairs result in the removal, alteration, modification, replacement and/or repair of fifty percent (50%) or more of the external walls of a building, or result in the removal, modification, replacement and/or repair of fifty percent (50%) or more of the existing internal structural and/or non-structural framework, independently or in combination thereof, within a five year period, the entire building shall be made to conform to the current provisions of this Chapter. c. Calculations of linear wall measurements shall be shown on all plans submitted for building permits, on the cover page in the project description of said plans. d. The determination under this section of the requirement for upgrading any existing structure to full conformance with current provisions of this Chapter shall be at the sole discretion of the Fire Code Official. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

MARINA CITY CODE INTERPRETATION With regards to construction provisions of this Code being required on building remodels: If wall coverings (drywall, paneling, etc.) are removed down to bare studs, do these walls get included in the calculations? ANSWER: No

1. If new wall coverings are installed over existing wall coverings, do these walls get included in the calculations? ANSWER: No
2. What is the measurement parameter for determining the 50% figure? ANSWER: ALL WALLS, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR, ARE MEASURED USING THE LINEAR FOOTAGE OF THE WALLS. MARINA CITY CODE COMMENTARY The following formula is used to determine the 50% linear wall length in the City of Marina and is a standard adopted by the Monterey County Fire Prevention Officers Association:

Step 1: Determine the total linear length of all walls of the existing building. Step 2: Determine the total linear length of all walls of the proposed remodeled building, including additions to the building. Step 3. Determine the total linear length of all walls that are proposed to be removed during the remodel. Step 4. Add the results of Steps 1, 2, and 3. Step 5. Determine whether Step 4 result is over 150% of the Step 1 result. If so, Section 102.1 applies. If not, it does not apply. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 103 of the CFC is amended to add Sections 103.0, 103.0.1, 103.0.2 and 103.4 to read as follows: 103.0 Responsibility for enforcement. 103.0.1 Within established fire protection districts and community services districts, responsibility for enforcement of this Code shall be under the direction of the Fire Chief within each district. 103.0.2 In areas of Monterey County outside incorporated cities or organized special districts or fire districts, responsibility for enforcement of this Code shall be under the direction of the Chief Building Official of Monterey County. 103.4 Police powers. The fire code official and his deputies shall have the powers of police officers in performing their duties under this Code. When requested to do so by the fire code official, the chief of police of the jurisdiction is authorized to assign such available police officers as necessary to assist the fire code official in enforcing the provisions of this Code. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 105.5.0 is added to Chapter 1 of the Fire Code to read as follows:

105.5.0 Agricultural Explosive Devices. An operational permit is required for storage or use of any agricultural explosive device including “bird bombs”. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 113.2 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 113.2 Owner/occupant responsibility. Correction and abatement of violations of this Code shall be the responsibility of the owner. If an occupant creates, or allows to be created, hazardous conditions in violation of this Code, the occupant shall be held responsible for the correction and abatement of such hazardous conditions. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 113.4 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 113.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate any provision of this Code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this Code, shall be guilty of an infraction, punishable by a fine in conformance with Monterey County Code Section 1.22. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 114.4 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 114.4 Failure to comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be guilty of an infraction as specified in Section 113.4 of this Code.

(Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 202 of the CFC is amended to add the following definitions: 202 Definitions ALL WEATHER SURFACE. A road surface constructed to the minimum standards adopted by the jurisdiction. BRIDGE. A structure to carry a roadway over a depression or obstacle. IDLE PALLET. A pallet or similar product storage and/or lifting device not currently in use and empty of product. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 503.2.7 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 503.2.7 Grade. The grade of fire apparatus access roads shall be no greater than 15% unless specifically approved by the fire code official. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 503.2.7.1 is added to Chapter 5 of the fire code to read as follows: 503.2.7.1 Paving. All fire apparatus access roads over eight percent (8%) shall be paved with a minimum 0.17 feet of asphaltic concrete on 0.34 feet of aggregate base. All fire apparatus access roads over fifteen percent (15%) where approved shall be paved with perpendicularly grooved concrete. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 503 of the CFC is amended to add Section 503.7 to read as follows: 503.7 Fire apparatus access road names. All fire apparatus access road names shall be issued or approved by the appropriate governmental agency. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 505.1 of the CFC is deleted in it’s entirety and replaced with the following: 505.1 Address Identification. New and existing buildings shall be provided with an approved address identification. The address identification shall be legible and placed in a position that is visible at all times from the street or road fronting the property. Address identification characters shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Each character shall be not less than 4” high with a minimum width stroke of one-half inch for single family dwellings and duplexes. For all other occupancies each character shall be not less than 10” high with a minimum stroke of three-quarters inch unless otherwise required by the Fire Code Official. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 507.5.2 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 507.5.2 Inspection, testing and maintenance. Fire hydrant systems shall be subject to periodic tests as required by the fire code official. Fire hydrant systems shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times and shall be repaired where defective. Additions, repairs, alterations, and servicing shall comply with approved standards. When required by the fire code official, hydrants shall be painted in accordance with the most current edition of NFPA 291. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 605.3 of the CFC is amended to add Sections 605.3.1 and 605.3.2 to read as follows 605.3.1 Spark arresters. An approved spark arrester shall be installed on all chimneys, incinerators, smokestacks or similar devices using solid fuel for conveying smoke or hot gases to the outer air 605.3.1.2 Spark arresters shall have openings in accordance with Section 2113.9.2(3) of the California Building Code and Section 1003.9.2 of the California Residential Code with minimum openings of 3/8" and maximum openings of ½". (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 901.1 of the CFC is amended to add Section 901.1.1 to read as follows 901.1.1 Responsibility. The owner of the protected premises shall be responsible for all fire protection systems within the protected premises, whether existing or installed under this code. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 901.2 of the CFC is amended to add Section 901.2.2 to read as follows: 901.2.2 Additional documentation. Additional documentation as required by the fire code official shall be provided to the fire code official in an acceptable format. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 901.4 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:

901.4 Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems. Fire protection and life safety systems shall be installed, repaired, operated and maintained in accordance with the original installation standards for that system. All systems shall be extended, altered, or augmented as necessary to maintain and continue protection whenever the building is altered, remodeled, or added to. Alterations to fire protection systems shall be done in accordance with applicable standards. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 901.4.8 is added to Chapter 9 of the fire code to read as follows: 901.4.8 Nonoperational equipment. Any fire protection equipment that is no longer in service shall be removed. MARINA CITY CODE INTERPRETATION With regards to construction provision of the Marina City Fire Code being require on ancillary building based on proximity to the main structure, when are detached buildings to be considered “attached” for the purposes of imposing fire protection system requirements of the Marina City Fire Code? Answer: Ancillary buildings within 20 feet of the main structure are considered “attached” for the purpose of imposing fire protection system requirements. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 901.6 of the CFC is amended to add Sections 901.6.4 and 901.6.5 to read as follows: 901.6.4 Qualifications of Inspection, Testing and Maintenance Personnel. All personnel performing any inspection, testing or maintenance of any fire protection system shall be qualified. Where such inspection, testing and maintenance is performed by an outside service company, the company shall be appropriately licensed in accordance with the California Business and Professions Code or by the California State Fire Marshal.

901.6.5 Additional records. All documentation generated during any scheduled inspection or test of any fire protection system, whether required or voluntarily installed, shall be forwarded to the fire code official within 21 calendar days after the date of the inspection or test. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 901.7.7 of the CFC is added to read as follows 901.7.7 Unless otherwise approved by the Fire Code Official, fire watch personnel shall be California licensed private security individuals with a minimum of two (2) individuals on duty at all times. Fire watch personnel shall be on duty 24 hours per day until the fire protection system has been returned to service. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 901 of the CFC is amended to add Section 901.11 to read as follows: 901.11 Fire Protection Features for Plant Processing and Extraction Facilities 901.11.1 Scope. This section applies to occupancies regulated by Chapter 39 of this Code. 901.11.2 Definitions. 901.11.2.1 Plant processing. Plant processing shall include all plant post-harvest operations, excluding retail sales of plant and related products. 901.11.2.2 Indoor cultivation. Indoor cultivation shall be defined as all nursery or cultivation conducted in other than Group U occupancies (greenhouses). 901.11.3 Fire Protection Systems. All buildings or portions thereof housing plant post-harvest or indoor cultivation operations shall be protected as defined in this section. 901.11.3.1 Fire Sprinklers. Fire sprinklers shall be installed in accordance with 901.11.3.1.1, 901.11.3.1.2, or 901.11.3.1.3

901.11.3.1.1 Fire sprinklers shall be installed in all buildings or portions thereof; such fire sprinkler systems shall be designed to Ordinary Group II design standards in the latest adopted edition of NFPA 13 and Section 903 of this code. 901.11.3.1.2 If the occupancy is classified as a Group H Occupancy the fire sprinkler system may be required to be designed and installed as an Extra Hazard fire sprinkler system 901.11.3.1.3 Where permitted by the fire code official and not otherwise required by this code or the CBC, fire sprinklers may be eliminated in approved buildings less than 500 square feet. 901.11.3.2 Fire Alarm Systems. Fire alarm systems shall be installed in all buildings or portions thereof; such fire alarm systems shall include both fire sprinkler system monitoring and complete occupant notification as specified in the latest adopted edition of NFPA 72 and Section 907 of this code. 901.11.3.3 Special Hazard Systems. Where specified by appropriate UL listings for extraction booths utilizing volatile solvents, dry chemical fire protection systems shall be installed according to the latest adopted edition of NFPA 17. If there is no UL listing for the extraction booth, a dry chemical fire protection system shall be installed. 901.11.3.4 Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 10 and Section 906 of this code. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 903.2 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems shall be provided in all new buildings and structures constructed, moved into, or relocated within the jurisdiction. Exceptions: (1) Structures not classified as Group R occupancies and not more than five hundred (500) square feet in total floor area. (2) Detached agricultural buildings, as defined by this code and the CBC, located at least one hundred feet (100) from any other structure or the property line, whichever is closer.

(3) Accessory structures not classified as R occupancies associated with existing non-sprinklered R-3 occupancies (one- or two-family dwellings) and less than one thousand five hundred (1500) square feet in total fire area. (4) Where an insufficient water supply exists to provide for an automatic fire sprinkler system and where the Fire Code Official permits alternate protection. Sections 903.2.1.1, 903.2.1.2, 903.2.1.3, 903.2.1.4, 903.2.1.5, 903.2.3, 903.2.4, 903.2.4.1, 903.2.7.1, 903.2.7.3, 903.2.9, 903.2.9.1 and 903.2.9.2 of the CFC are amended as follows: 903.2.1.1 Group A-1. Change twelve thousand (12,000) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.1.2 Group A-2. Change five thousand (5,000) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.1.3 Group A-3. Change twelve thousand (12,000) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.1.4 Group A-4. Change twelve thousand (12,000) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.1.5 Group A-5. Change one thousand (1,000) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.3 Group E. Change twelve thousand (12,000) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.4 Group F-1. Change twelve thousand (12,000) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.4.1 Group F-1. Change two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet for woodworking operations to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.7.1 Group M. Change twelve thousand (12,000) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.7.3 Group M. Change twenty-four thousand (24,000) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.9 Group S-1. Change twelve thousand (12,000) square feet to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.9.1 Repair Garages. Change ten thousand (10,000) square feet (2 story buildings) and twelve thousand (12,000) square feet (1 story buildings) to five hundred (500) square feet. 903.2.9.2 Bulk storage of tires. Change twenty thousand (20,000) cubic feet to five hundred (500) square feet. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 903.2.8 of the CFC, first paragraph is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following. Exceptions remain unchanged. 903.2.8 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be provided in all buildings with a Group R fire area, including, but not limited to, one- and two-family dwellings, townhomes, and manufactured homes and mobile homes located outside of licensed mobile home parks hereafter constructed, moved into or relocated within the jurisdiction, including all additions to buildings already equipped with automatic fire sprinkler systems. (Exceptions remain per 2025 California Fire Code.) (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 903.3.1.1.1 of the CFC is amended to add Section 903.1.1.1-5 to read as follows: 903.3.1.1.1-5 Passenger elevator shafts or associated passenger elevator mechanical rooms, where elevator shafts are constructed with a 2-hour fire resistive method. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 903.3.1.1.2 is deleted in its entirety. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Sections 903.3.1.2, 903.3.1.2.1, 903.3.1.2.2, 903.3.1.2.3, 903.1.2.4, 903.3.1.2.5, and 903.1.2.6 of the CFC are deleted in their entirety and replaced with the following: 903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems in Group R occupancies up to and including four stories in height shall be permitted to be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13R as amended in Chapter 47 of this Code.

903.3.1.2.1 Balconies and decks. Sprinkler protection shall be provided for exterior balconies, decks and ground floor patios of dwelling units were the building is of Type V construction, provided there is a roof or deck above. Sidewall sprinklers that are used to protect such areas shall be permitted to be located such that their deflectors are within 1 inch to 6 inches below the structural members and a maximum distance of fourteen (14) inches below the deck of the exterior balconies and decks that are constructed of open wood joist construction. 903.3.1.2.2 Attics. Where NFPA 13R sprinkler systems are installed, all attic areas shall be provided with sprinkler protection in accordance with NFPA 13. 903.3.1.2.3 Sprinkler control valves. Where NFPA 13R sprinkler systems are installed, sprinkler system control valves shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 13. 903.3.1.2.4 Bathrooms. Automatic sprinklers shall be installed in all bathrooms, regardless of square footage, where an electrical receptacle is installed. 903.3.1.2.5 Accessible storage areas. Automatic sprinklers shall be installed in all accessible storage areas. 903.3.1.2.6 Under-stair spaces. Automatic sprinklers shall be installed in all under-stair spaces including all under-stair closets. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 903.3.1.3 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following. 903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems. Automatic fire sprinkler systems installed in one and two-family dwellings, Group R-3 and R-4 congregate living facilities and townhouses shall be permitted to be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13D. The requirements of this section supersede the requirements of the California Residential Code. 903.3.1.3.1 All fire sprinkler systems installed in one- and two-family dwellings shall be tested for leakage by undergoing a hydrostatic test made at 200 psi for two-hour duration. 903.3.1.3.2 Each water system supplying both domestic and fire protection systems shall have a single indicating-type control valve, arranged to shut off both the domestic and sprinkler systems. A separate shut-off valve for the domestic system only shall be permitted to be installed. The location of the control valve shall be approved by the fire code official.

903.3.1.3.3 Automatic sprinklers shall be installed in all bathrooms, regardless of square footage, where an electrical receptacle is installed. 903.3.1.3.4 Automatic sprinklers shall be installed in all attached garages and other accessory structures and in all garages and other accessory structures. 903.3.1.3.5 Automatic sprinklers shall be installed in all accessible storage areas. 903.3.1.3.5.1 Automatic sprinklers shall be installed in all under-stair spaces including all closets. 903.3.1.3.6 Local water flow alarms shall be provided on all sprinkler systems. Local water flow alarms shall be powered from the main kitchen refrigerator circuit. The local water flow alarm shall be clearly audible from within the master bedroom at an audibility level of not less than 75 dBa. Where no kitchen exists in the building, the water flow alarm shall be powered from the bathroom lighting circuit. Where required by the fire code official, interior audible notification appliances or additional water flow alarms may be required to be installed at locations specified by the fire code official. 903.3.1.3.7 Automatic fire sprinklers shall be installed to protect all furnaces and heating system appliances. MARINA CITY FIRE CODE INTERPRETATION With regards to requiring fire sprinkler installation in bathrooms, Do rooms with toilets and/or bidets only and no electrical receptacles require fire sprinklers? ANSWER: No unless they exceed the 55 square foot minimum in NFPA 13R and NFPA 13D. Do rooms with showers only and no electrical receptacles require fire sprinklers? ANSWER: No, unless they exceed the 55 square foot minimum in NFPA 13R and NFPA 13D (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 903.3.10 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 903.3.10 Floor control valves. Approved indicating control valves and water flow switches shall be provided at the point of connection to the riser on each floor in all buildings over one story in height and shall be individually annunciated as approved by the Fire Code Official.

(Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 903.4.2 of the CFC, first paragraph is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following. Exceptions remain unchanged: 903.4.2 Monitoring. Alarm, supervisory and trouble signals shall be distinctly different and shall be automatically transmitted to an approved central station, remote supervising station or proprietary supervising station as defined in NFPA 72, or, when approved by the fire code official, shall sound an audible signal at a constantly attended location. The fire alarm system installed to transmit such signals shall be considered a building fire alarm system. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 903.4.3 of the CFC, first paragraph is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 903.4.3 Alarms. One exterior approved audible appliance shall be connected to every automatic sprinkler system in an approved location. 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. Where a building fire alarm system is installed, actuation of the automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm system. Interior alarm notification appliances shall be installed as required by Section 903.4.2.1. 903.4.3.1 Where an automatic fire sprinkler system is installed in a building with more than one tenant or with over 100 sprinkler heads, audible and visible notification appliances shall be installed throughout the building as follows: a. Audible notification appliances shall be installed so as to be audible at 15 dBa above average sound pressure level throughout the building. b. Visible notification appliances shall be installed in all public and common use areas, restrooms and corridors in accordance with the spacing requirements of NFPA 72. c. Visible notification appliances can be eliminated in normally unoccupied portions of buildings where permitted by the fire code official. EXCEPTION: The requirements of this section do not apply to Group R-3 Occupancies.

(Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 904.14.2 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 904.14.2 System interconnection. The actuation of the fire extinguishing system shall automatically shut down all fuel and electrical power located under the hood, except for the electrical power to the exhaust air supply. The fuel and electrical supply reset shall be manual. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 904.14.5.2 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 904.14.5.2 Extinguishing system service. Automatic fire extinguishing systems shall be serviced by a CSLB licensed C-16 contractor or a CSFM licensed “A” licensee at least every six months and after any activation of the system. Inspection shall be performed by the owner at least monthly in accordance with the currently adopted edition of NFPA 17-A. The service contractor shall review the records of monthly inspections every six months, and deficiencies shall be reported to the fire code official. A service report shall be forwarded to the fire code official by the licensed service contractor within 15 days after every service on the appropriate AES form. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 907 of the CFC is amended to add Section 907.1.6 to read as follows: 907.1.6 Multiple Fire Alarm Systems. Multiple fire alarm systems within a single protected premises are not permitted, unless specifically authorized by the fire code official. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 907.2 Exception 1 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 907.2 Exception 1. The manual fire alarm box is not required for fire alarm control units dedicated to elevator recall control. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 907.6.4 of the CFC is amended to add Section 907.6.4.0 to read as follows: 907.6.4.0 Zone transmittal. Where required by the fire code official, fire alarm signals shall be transmitted by zone to the supervising station and retransmitted by zone to the public fire service communications center. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 907.6.5 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 907.6.5 Access. Access shall be provided to each fire alarm system component for periodic inspection, maintenance, and testing. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 907.6.6 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 907.6.6 Monitoring. Fire alarm systems, whether required by this chapter or the California Building Code or voluntarily installed, shall be monitored by an approved supervising station in accordance with NFPA 72 and this section.

(Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025) 15.32.520 Section 907.6.6 is amended to add Section 907.6.6.0. Section 907.6.6 of the CFC is amended to add Section 907.6.6.0 to read as follows: 907.6.6.0 Means of communication. The use of either POTS or cable telephone lines with a digital alarm communicator transmitter shall not be permitted. EXCEPTION. Where no other communications methods are available, the use of telephone lines shall be permitted to be used on a temporary basis not to exceed one year from the date of final acceptance test or until permitted alternate means of communications are available. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 907.7.2 of the CFC is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: 907.7.2 Completion documents. The following documentation shall be provided at the time of acceptance testing for all fire alarm system installations:

1. A record of completion in accordance with NFPA 72.
2. A record of inspection and testing in accordance with NFPA 72.
3. A contractor’s statement verifying that the system has been installed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications and has been 100% tested in accordance with NFPA 72.
4. A contractor’s affidavit of personnel qualifications, indicating that all personnel involved with the installation of the fire alarm system meet the qualification requirements of the Fire Code Official. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 907.8.2.1 is added to read as follows:

907.8.2.1 Testing of FACU Batteries. Batteries installed in the fire alarm control units and remote power supplies shall be verified for battery capacity based on the approved plans and batter calculations. It shall not be permitted to disconnect the system for 24 hours prior to an acceptance or reacceptance test to test the battery capacity. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 1205.1 of the CFC is amended to add Section 1205.1.1 to read as follows: 1205.1.1 Signing and Marking. In addition to signing and marking requirements of the California Building Code and the California Residential Code, the following signing and marking is required: 1205.1.1.1 Main Panel Exterior Marking. A placard is required to be permanently affixed to the main service disconnect panel. The placard shall be red in color with white capital letters at least 1/2” in height and in a non-serif font, to read “SOLAR DISCONNECT INSIDE PANEL.” The placard shall be constructed of weather-resistant, durable plastic with engraved letters, or other approved material. 1205.1.1.2 Circuit Disconnecting Means Marking. A permanent label is to be affixed adjacent to the circuit breaker controlling the inverter or other photovoltaic system electrical controller. The label shall have contrasting color capital letters at least 3/8” in height and in a non-serif font, to read “SOLAR DISCONNECT.” The label shall be constructed of durable adhesive material or other approved material. 1205.1.1.3 Secondary Power Sources. Where photovoltaic systems are interconnected to battery systems, generator backup systems, or other secondary power systems, additional signage acceptable to the fire code official shall be required indicating the location of the secondary power source shutoff switch. 1205.1.1.4 Installer Information. Signage acceptable to the fire code official indicating the name and emergency telephone number of the installing contractor shall be required to be installed adjacent to the main disconnect. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 1205.2 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:

Section 1205.2.1, Exceptions 1 and 2 of the California Fire Code are deleted in their entirety. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 1205.2 of the CFC is amended to add Section 1205.2.1.4 to read as follows: 1205.2.1.4 Hip and Valley Layout. Hip and Valley Layouts. Modules shall be located no closer than one and one-half feet (1-1/2’) to a hip or valley if modules are to be placed on both sides of a hip or valley. Where modules are located on only one side of a hip or valley that is of equal length, the modules shall be permitted to be placed directly adjacent to the hip or valley. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 1206 of the CFC is amended to add Section 1206.14 to read as follows:

to the fire code official shall be required indicating the location of the stationary fuel cell power system. Placarding shall be required to read “FUEL CELL” in block letters 6” high with a ¾” stroke on a contrasting background. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 1207.4.1.1 is added to the CFC to read as follows: 1207.4.1.1 Energy storage systems (ESS) disconnects shall be located at or adjacent to the main electrical panel with appropriate placarding showing location of equipment and all shutdowns. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 1207 of the CFC is amended to add Section 1207.4.8-6 to read as follows: 1207.4.8-6 Where battery energy storage systems are installed inside any structure, signage acceptable to the fire code official shall be required indicating the location of the battery energy storage system. Placarding shall be required to read “BESS” in block letters 6” high with a ¾” stroke on a contrasting background. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 3905 of the CFC is amended to add Section 3905.4 to read as follows: 3905.4. Fire Protection Systems. Fire protection systems in occupancies regulated by this chapter shall be in accordance with Section 901.11 of this Code. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 5609.0 is added to Chapter 56 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:

Notwithstanding the foregoing provision of law, safe and

sane fireworks, as defined by the California Health and Safety Code or regulations issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal, may be sold and discharged within the City during the period from 12:00 o’clock noon on June 28 to and until 11:59 p.m. on July 4 of each year, pursuant to the provisions of this ordinance and not otherwise. No fireworks shall be sold, or offered for sale, discharged, or possessed within the city of Marina that are classified by the California Health and Safety Code as a dangerous firework. Any property owner that allows the willful possession, sale or discharge of illegal or dangerous fireworks shall be held responsible and subject to a citation resulting in a fine, imprisonment or both. Any person in possession of illegal or dangerous fireworks shall be held responsible and subject to a citation resulting in a fine, imprisonment or both, all fireworks shall be confiscated.

The safe and sane firework known as a “Piccolo Pete”, “Whistling Phantom”, or similar type of whistling fountain shall not be sold or discharged within the city of Marina. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 5609.1 is added to Chapter 56 of the California Fire Code to read as follows:

No person, co-partnership, partnership, organization, or group shall sell

safe and sane fireworks within the City without first having applied for and received a permit therefor in compliance with the terms of this ordinance. Upon receipt of a written application for a permit pursuant to this ordinance, the city manager shall direct the Fire Chief to cause an investigation to be made and make a report to the city manager of their findings and their recommendations for or against the issuance of a permit, together with their reasons therefor. After the receipt of such report and recommendations, the City Manager shall have the power, in their discretion, to grant or deny the application. The denial of an application may be appealed to the City council by a written notice of appeal filed with the city clerk within five (5) business days after notice of the city manager’s action. Any permit granted by the city manager may be subject to such reasonable conditions and restrictions as may be imposed by the city manager, and such conditions and restrictions shall be complied with by the permittee. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 5609.1.2 is added to Chapter 56 of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 5609.1.2 Permittees. The sale of “safe and sane” fireworks within the city is allowed by non-profit agency, certified by the Secretary of the State of California or the Internal Revenue Service, that is based in the City of Marina and having a mailing address within the city of Marina and whose primary purpose is to benefit the youth and adults that live in the city of Marina. No permit for the sale of safe and sane fireworks shall be issued to any person, corporation, partnership, organization or group which has not been in business or in operation within the City for at least one (1) year continuously preceding the filing of the application. Being in business shall require the prior payment of a business license fee to the City. An organization or group shall be deemed to be in operation if it has a principal and permanent meeting place in the City, holds regular business meetings at that location and has a bona fide membership of at least twenty (20) members. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 5609.1.3 is added to Chapter 56 of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 5609.1.3. Application for Permit. Application for a permit to sell safe and sane fireworks shall: a) Be made in writing. b) Be filed with the Fire Chief on or prior to May 1 of each year. c) Set forth the proposed location of all fireworks stands, and the dimensions thereof. d) Be accompanied by an assurance that if a permit is issued the applicant, at the time of receipt of such permit, shall deliver to the city manager satisfactory evidence of an insurance policy with $50,000/ 100,000 public liability and $10,000 property damage coverages, with a rider attached to the policy designating the City and its agents and employees as additional insured thereunder. e) Be accompanied by an assurance that if a permit is issued the applicant, at the time of receipt of such permit, shall deposit $100.00, which shall be refunded to the permittee after the permit period has ended, if said permittee has complied with all applicable provisions of law for the sale of fireworks, but to be forfeited and retained by the City in the event of noncompliance with such law; f) Be accompanied by a non-refundable application fee as specified in Chapter 3 of the Marina Municipal Code; and g) Shall contain the following information: name and address of the applicant; applicant’s business or organization status; the date the applicant was organized or first conducted business; the names and addresses of applicant’s officers, if any; the location of applicant’s principal and permanent place of business or meeting; the location where applicant will sell and store fireworks; and the applicant’s State Board of Equalization Sales Tax Permit Number. Provided the above requirements are met, permits shall be granted on a first-applied for, first-granted basis. Applicants for permits hereunder shall be notified by the Fire Chief or their designee of the granting or denial of their application for a permit on or before the first day of June each year. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 5609.1.4 is added to Chapter 56 of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 5609.1.4 Fireworks Stands, Regulations. All retail sales of safe and sane fireworks shall be permitted only from within temporary fireworks stand, and the sale from any other building or structure is prohibited. Such stands shall be subject to the following regulations: a) No person, corporation, partnership, organization, or group other than the designated permittee shall operate the stand for which a permit is issued or share or otherwise participate in the profits from the operation of such stand. b) No person other than individuals who are employees of the permittee or members of a permittee organization or group, or the spouses or children, eighteen years or older, of such persons, shall sell or otherwise participate in the sale of fireworks at such stand. c) Fireworks stands shall comply with the provisions of the Building Code of the City, and all stands shall be erected under the supervision of the building official, who shall require that stands be constructed in a manner which will reasonably insure the safety of attendants and patrons. An electrical permit and compliance with electrical codes are required. d) If, in the judgment of the building official or fire department inspector, the construction of the stands or the conduct of the operators therein does not conform to the provisions of this ordinance, such officer may order the stands immediately closed. e) No person shall be allowed in the interior of the stands except those directly employed in the sale of fireworks. f) There shall be at least one supervisor, twenty-one (21) years of age or older, on duty at all times. There shall be no sale of fireworks to persons under sixteen (16) years of age. g) No stand shall be placed closer than thirty (30) feet to any other building. h) NO SMOKING signs shall be prominently displayed both inside and outside the stand. No smoking shall be permitted within the stand, or within five (5) feet of the stand. i) All weeds and combustible material shall be cleared from the location of the stand. No rubbish shall be allowed to accumulate in or around any fireworks stand, nor shall a fire nuisance be permitted to exist. j) No stand shall be erected before June 15th of any year. The premises on which the stand is erected shall be cleared of all structures and debris not later than noon of the 12th day of July following.

k) All stands must be equipped with at least one 2 1/2-gallon water pressure type extinguisher for each exit in the stand. Each fire extinguisher shall have a current State Fire Marshal tag affixed and have been serviced within the last year. l) Each stand in excess of twenty (20) feet in length must have at least two (2) exits; and each stand in excess of forty (40) feet in length must have at least three (3) exits spaced approximately equidistant apart; provided, however, that in no case shall the distance between exits exceed twenty (20) feet. m) No stand shall be constructed with a depth of more than twelve (12) feet. n) All unsold safe and sane fireworks shall be returned to the wholesaler not later than the eighth (8) day of July. o) Fireworks shall be stored only in a metal type Conex container and be equipped with a lock for overnight storage at the firework stand location. No fireworks shall be stored in the temporary fireworks stands when the stand is not occupied and not in operation. p) In addition to the above, the permittee shall also conform to all regulations relating to the storage and sale of fireworks as set forth in the California Health and Safety Code and the Fireworks Rules and Regulations of the State Fire Marshal. q) No one shall possess, use, or sell dangerous or illegal fireworks from the stand or near the stand. Violation of this section shall cause for immediately revoking the Fire Department permit and the stand will be shut down. r) No Fireworks shall be sold or discharged on the Marina Municipal Airport property, except by approval of the City’s Fire Chief during a City-sponsored event in an area designated by the Chief. Such fireworks must be certified as “safe and sane” by the State Fire Marshal's Office. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Section 5609.1.5 is added to Chapter 56 of the California Fire Code to read as follows: 5609.1.5 NUMBER OF FIREWORK STAND PERMITS. (a) Firework stand permits shall be limited to one (1) permit being available for firework stands in the City per every three thousand (3,000) in City population.

(b) As the population of the City increases, the then current limit on the number of permits for any calendar year shall be increased by one (1) permit per every three thousand (3,000) in additional City population. Population to be determined using the then current State of California Department of Finance, Demographic Research Unit’s Population Estimates for California cities. (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)

Appendix MC is adopted and added to read: APPENDIX MC: STANDARD FIRE CONDITIONS FOR SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS SECTION MC101 GENERAL MC101.1 Scope. Applications for the construction or remodel of single family dwellings, including one- and two-family dwellings, townhomes, modular and manufactured homes, and mobile homes outside of established mobile home parks, shall be subject to the fire conditions in this appendix when conditioned by the Fire Code Official. MC101.2 Conflicting sections. Where provisions in this appendix conflict with other sections of this Code or other appendices, the provisions of this appendix shall prevail unless otherwise directed by the Fire Code Official. SECTION MC102 ROADS MC102.1 General. These conditions will be used primarily when conditioning a subdivision or other project that requires roads. Roads identified in this Section are vehicular access to more than two (2) parcels; more than four (4) residential units; or access to any industrial or commercial occupancy. Includes public and private streets and lanes. MC102.2 Road access. (FIRE 001). Access roads shall be required for every building when any portion of the exterior wall of the first story is located more than one hundred fifty (150) feet from fire department access. All roads shall be constructed to provide a minimum of two (2) ten (10) feet wide traffic lanes with an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than fifteen (15) feet. The roadway surface shall provide unobstructed access to conventional drive vehicles including sedans and fire apparatus and shall be an all-weather surface designed to support the imposed load of fire apparatus (75,000 pounds). Each road shall have an approved name.

MC102.3 Roadway engineering. (FIRE 002). The grade for all roads shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%) with a maximum side slope of five percent (5%). Where road grades are 8 percent (8%) or less, an all- weather aggregate base is required at a minimum or as required in other sections of the Monterey County Code. Where road grades exceed eight percent (8%), a minimum structural roadway surface of 0.17 feet of asphaltic concrete on 0.34 feet of aggregate base shall be required. The length of vertical curves in roadways, exclusive of gutters, ditches and drainage structures designed to hold or divert water, shall not be less than one hundred (100) feet. No roadway turn shall have a horizontal inside radius of less than fifty (50) feet. A roadway turn radius of fifty (50) to one hundred (100) feet is required to have an additional four (4) feet of roadway surface. A roadway turn radius of one hundred (100) to two hundred (200) feet is required to have an additional two (2) feet of roadway surface. Roadway turnarounds shall be required on dead-end roads in excess of one hundred fifty (150) feet of surface length. The minimum turning radius for a turnaround shall be forty (40) feet from the center line of the road. If a hammerhead/T is used, the top of the “T” shall be a minimum of sixty (60) feet in length. MC102.4 Dead end roads. MC102.4.1 Parcels less than one acre. (FIRE 003). For parcels less than one acre, the maximum length of a dead-end road, including all dead-end roads accessed from that dead-end road, shall not exceed eight hundred (800) feet. All dead-end road lengths shall be measured from the edge of the roadway surface at the intersection that begins the road to the end of the road surface at its furthest point. Where a dead- end road serves parcels of differing sizes, the shortest allowable length shall apply. Each dead-end road shall have a turnaround constructed at its terminus. The minimum turning radius for a turnaround shall be forty (40) feet from the center line of the road. If a hammerhead/T is used, the top of the “T” shall be a minimum of sixty (60) feet in length. MC102.4.2 Parcels greater than one acre and not exceeding five acres (FIRE 004). For parcels greater than one acre and not exceeding five acres, the maximum length of a dead-end road, including all dead-end roads accessed from that dead-end road, shall not exceed one thousand three hundred twenty (1,320) feet. All dead-end road lengths shall be measured from the edge of the roadway surface at the intersection that begins the road to the end of the road surface at its furthest point. Where a dead-end road serves parcels of differing sizes, the shortest allowable length shall apply. Each dead-end road shall have a turnaround constructed at its terminus. The minimum turning radius for a turnaround shall be forty (40) feet from the center line of the road. If a hammerhead/T is used, the top of the “T” shall be a minimum of sixty (60) feet in length MC102.4.3 Parcels greater than five acres and not exceeding twenty (20) acres. (FIRE 005). For parcels greater than five acres and not exceeding twenty (20) acres, the maximum length of a dead-end road, including all dead-end roads accessed from that dead-end road, shall not exceed two thousand six hundred forty (2,640) feet. All dead-end road lengths shall be measured from the edge of the roadway surface at the intersection that begins the road to the end of the road surface at its furthest point. Where a dead-end road serves parcels of differing sizes, the shortest allowable length shall apply. Each dead- end road shall have turnarounds at its terminus and at no greater than one thousand three hundred twenty (1,320) foot intervals. The minimum turning radius for a turnaround shall be forty (40) feet from the center line of the road. If a hammerhead/T is used, the top of the “T” shall be a minimum of sixty (60) feet in length. MC102.4.4 Parcels greater than twenty (20) acres. (FIRE 006). For parcels greater than twenty (20) acres, the maximum length of a dead-end road, including all dead-end roads accessed from that dead-end road, shall not exceed five thousand two hundred eighty (5,280) feet. All dead-end road lengths shall be measured from the edge of the roadway surface at the intersection that begins the road to the end of the road surface at its furthest point. Where a dead-end road serves parcels of differing sizes, the shortest allowable length shall apply. Each dead-end road shall have turnarounds at its terminus and at no greater than one thousand three hundred twenty (1,320)-foot intervals. The minimum turning radius for a turnaround shall be forty (40) feet from the center line of the road. If a hammerhead/T is used, the top of the “T” shall be a minimum of sixty (60) feet in length. SECTION MC103 DRIVEWAYS, GATES, AND BRIDGES MC103.1 Driveways. (FIRE 007). Driveway identified in this Section is defined as a vehicle access that serves up to two (2) parcels with no more than two (2) residential units and any number on non- commercial or industrial buildings on each parcel. Driveways shall not be less than twelve (12) feet wide traffic lane and minimum fourteen (14) feet wide unobstructed clearance, with an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than fifteen (15) feet. The grade for all driveways shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%) with a maximum side slope of five percent (5%). Where driveway grades are eight percent (8%) or less, an all-weather surface such as an aggregate base shall meet minimum fire requirements. Other types of material for driveways may be required by Monterey County Code. Where the grade exceeds eight percent (8%), a minimum structural roadway surface of 0.17 feet of asphaltic concrete on 0.34 feet of aggregate base shall be required. The driveway surface shall be capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus forty thousand (40,000) pounds, and be accessible by conventional-drive vehicles, including sedans. For driveways with turns ninety (90) degrees and less, the minimum horizontal inside radius of curvature shall be twenty-five (25) feet. For driveways with turns greater than ninety (90) degrees, the minimum horizontal inside radius curvature shall be twenty-eight (28) feet. For all driveway turns, an additional surface of four (4) feet shall be added. All driveways exceeding one hundred fifty (150) feet in length, but less than eight hundred (800) feet in length, shall provide a turnout near the midpoint of the driveway. Where the driveway exceeds eight hundred (800) feet, turnouts shall be provided at no greater than four hundred (400)-foot intervals. Turnouts shall be a minimum of twelve (12) feet wide and thirty (30) feet long with a minimum of twenty (25) foot taper at both ends. Turnarounds shall be required on driveways in excess of one hundred fifty (150) feet of surface length and shall be thirty (30) feet long with a minimum twenty-five (25) foot taper at both ends. Turnarounds shall be required on driveways in excess of one hundred fifty (150) feet of surface length and shall be located within fifty (50) feet of the primary building. The minimum turning radius for a turnaround shall be forty (40) feet from the center line of the driveway. If a hammerhead/T is used, the top of the “T” shall be a minimum of sixty (60) feet in length. MC103.2 Gates. (FIRE 008). All gates providing access from a road to a driveway shall be located at least thirty (30) feet from the roadway and shall open to allow a vehicle to stop without obstructing traffic on the road. Gate entrances shall be at least two (2) feet wider than the width of the traffic lane but in no case be less than fourteen (14) feet wide unobstructed and unobstructed vertical clearance of fifteen (15) feet. Where a one-way road with a single traffic lane provides access to a gated entrance, a forty (40) foot turning radius shall be used. Where gates are to be locked, the installation of a key box or other acceptable means for immediate access by emergency equipment may be required. MC103.3 Bridges. (FIRE 009). All new and reconstructed bridges shall be at least the width of the roadbed and berms, but in no case less than twelve (12) feet wide. Bridge width on all roads exceeding tertiary standards shall not be less than the width of the two lanes with berms. All bridges shall be designed for HS15-44 loading and have guardrails. Appropriate signage, including but not limited to, weight ratings or vertical clearance limitations, and one-way road or single-lane road conditions, shall be provided at both entrances to any bridge. One-lane bridges may be permitted if there is unobstructed visibility across the entire bridge, and turnouts are provided at both bridge ends. The fire authority may impose more stringent requirements for bridges. SECTION MC104 SIGNS AND ADDRESSES MC104.1 Road signs. (FIRE 010). All newly constructed or approved roads and streets shall be designated by names or numbers, posted on signs clearly visible and legible from the roadway. Size of letters, numbers and symbols for street and road signs shall be a minimum four-inch letter height, ½-inch stroke, and shall be a color that is reflective and clearly contrasts with the background color of the sign. All numerals shall be Arabic. Street and road signs shall be non-combustible and shall be visible and legible from both directions of vehicle travel for a distance of at least one hundred (100) feet. Height, visibility, legibility, and orientation of street and road signs shall be meet the provisions of the jurisdiction. This section does not require any entity to rename or renumber existing roads or streets, nor shall a roadway providing access only to a single commercial or industrial occupancy require naming or numbering. Signs required under this section identifying intersecting roads, streets and private lanes shall be placed at the intersection of those roads, streets and/or private lanes. Signs identifying traffic access or flow limitations (i.e., weight or vertical clearance limitations, dead-end road, one-way road or single lane conditions, etc.) shall be placed: (a) at the intersection preceding the traffic access limitation; and (b) not more than one hundred (100) feet before such traffic access limitation. Road, street and private lane signs required by this article shall be installed prior to final acceptance of road improvements by the Fire Code Official. MC104.2 Addresses for buildings. (FIRE 011). All buildings shall be issued an address in accordance with jurisdictional requirements. Each occupancy, including detached accessory dwelling units (ADU), except accessory buildings, shall have its own permanently posted address. When multiple occupancies exist within a single building, each individual occupancy shall be separately identified by its own address. Letters, numbers and symbols for addresses shall be a minimum of four-inch (4”) height, 1/2-inch stroke, contrasting with the background color of the sign, and shall be Arabic. The sign and numbers shall be reflective and made of a noncombustible material. Address signs shall be placed at each driveway entrance and at each driveway split. Address signs shall be and visible from both directions of travel along the road. In all cases, the address shall be posted at the beginning of construction and shall be maintained thereafter. Address signs along one-way roads shall be visible from both directions of travel. Where multiple addresses are required at a single driveway, they shall be mounted on a single sign. Where a roadway provides access solely to a single commercial occupancy, the address sign shall be placed at the nearest road intersection providing access to that site. Permanent address numbers shall be posted prior to requesting final clearance. SECTION MC105 WATER SUPPLY MC105.1 Water systems. (FIRE 012). The provisions of this condition shall apply when new parcels are approved by a local jurisdiction. The emergency water system shall be available on-site prior to the completion of road construction, where a community water system is approved, or prior to the completion of building construction, where an individual system is approved. Approved water systems shall be installed and made serviceable prior to the time of construction. Water systems constructed, extended or modified to serve a new development, a change of use, or an intensification of use, shall be designed to meet, in addition to average daily demand, NFPA Standard 1142 or other adopted standards. The quantity of water required pursuant to this chapter shall be in addition to the domestic demand and shall be permanently and immediately available. MC105.2 (RESERVED) (FIRE 013). MC105.3 Single parcel fire protection water supply. (FIRE 014). For development of structures totaling less than three thousand (3,000) square feet on a single parcel, the minimum fire protection water supply shall be four thousand nine hundred (4,900) gallons. For development of structures totaling three thousand (3,000) square feet or more on a single parcel, the minimum fire protection water supply shall be nine thousand eight hundred (9,800) gallons. For development of structures totaling more than ten thousand (10,000) square feet on a single parcel, the reviewing authority may require additional fire protection water supply. Other water supply alternatives, including ISO Rural Class 8 mobile water systems, may be permitted by the fire authority to provide for the same practical effect. The quantity of water required by this condition shall be in addition to the domestic demand and shall be permanently and immediately available. MC105.4 Fire hydrants and valves. (FIRE 015). A fire hydrant or fire valve is required. The hydrant or fire valve shall be eighteen (18) inches above grade, eight feet from flammable vegetation, no closer than four feet nor further than twelve (12) feet from a roadway, and in a location where fire apparatus using it will not block the roadway. The hydrant serving any building shall be not less than fifty (50) feet and not more than one thousand (1,000) feet by road from the building it is to serve. Minimum hydrant standards shall include a brass head and valve with at least one 2 1/2-inch National Hose outlet supplied by a minimum four inch main and riser. More restrictive hydrant requirements may be applied by the Reviewing Authority. Each hydrant/valve shall be identified with a reflectorized blue marker, with minimum dimensions of three inches, located on the driveway address sign, non-combustible post or fire hydrant riser. If used, the post shall be within three feet of the hydrant/valve, with the blue marker not less than three feet or greater than five feet above the ground, visible from the driveway. On paved roads or driveways, reflectorized blue markers shall be permitted to be installed in accordance with the State Fire Marshal's Guidelines for Fire Hydrant Markings Along State Highways and Freeways, May 1988. SECTION MC106 SETBACKS MC106.1 Setbacks. (FIRE 016). Except as permitted by the fire code official, all parcels one acre and larger shall provide a minimum thirty (30) foot setback for new buildings and accessory buildings from all property lines and/or the center of the road. For parcels less than one-acre, alternate fuel modification standards or other requirements may be imposed by the Fire Code Official to provide the same practical effect. SECTION MC107 VEGETATION AND DEBRIS DISPOSAL MC107.1 Disposition of vegetation and debris fuels. (FIRE 017). Disposal, including chipping, burying, or removal to a landfill site approved by the local jurisdiction, of vegetation and debris caused by site development and construction, road and driveway construction, and fuel modification shall be completed prior to final clearance of the related permit. SECTION MC108 GREENBELTS MC108.1 Greenbelts. (FIRE 018). Subdivisions and other developments, which propose greenbelts as a part of the development plan, shall locate said greenbelts strategically as a separation between wild land fuels and structures. The locations shall be approved by the Fire Code Official. SECTION MC109 DEFENSIBLE SPACE MC109.1 Standard defensible space requirements. (FIRE 019). Defensible space requirements shall meet Section 4291 of the Public Resources Code or the Monterey County Code, whichever is more restrictive. Additional or alternate fire protection approved by the Fire Code Official may be required to provide reasonable fire safety. Environmentally sensitive areas may require alternative fire protection, to be determined by the Fire Code Official and other jurisdictional authorities. MC109.2 (RESERVED) (FIRE 020). SECTION MC110 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

MC110.1 Residential fire sprinkler systems (Standard). (FIRE 021). The building(s) and attached structure(s) shall be fully protected with automatic fire sprinkler system(s). Installation shall be in accordance with the applicable NFPA standard. A minimum of four sets of plans for fire sprinkler systems must be submitted by a California licensed C-16 contractor and approved prior to installation. This requirement is not intended to delay issuance of a building permit. A rough sprinkler inspection must be scheduled by the installing contractor and completed prior to requesting a framing inspection. MC110.2 (RESERVED) (FIRE 022). MC110.3 (RESERVED) (FIRE 023). MC110.4 Residential fire alarm systems. (FIRE 024). The residence shall be fully protected with an approved household fire warning system as defined by NFPA 72. Plans and specifications for the household fire warning system shall be submitted by a California licensed C-10 contractor and approved prior to installation. Household fire warning systems installed in lieu of single-station smoke alarms required by the California Residential Code shall meet the requirements of the California Residential Code. MC110.5 (RESERVED) (FIRE 025). (Ord. 2025-16 § 1 (Exh. A), 2025)