§ 12.250

The 2025 California Plumbing Code is not amended or modified.

(Ord. No. 2036, div. 1, § 2, 6-3-2024; Ord. No. 2052, div. 1, 9-15-2025)

Chapter 12.255 - CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE AMENDMENTS

12.255.010 - General.

For purposes of this Chapter:

Deleted language from the base code has been stricken through.

Added language to the base code has been underlined.

(Ord. No. 1974, div. 1, 11-18-2019; Ord. No. 2052, div. 1, 9-15-2025)

12.255.020 - Amendments.

The 2025 California Residential Code is amended or modified as follows:

Amend Section R202 to read as follows:

The definition of "Kitchen" is deleted and added to read as follows:

KITCHEN. An area in which the preparation of food for eating occurs (that has provisions for cooking or heating of food; washing and storing of dishware and utensils; and refrigeration or storing of food).

The definition of "Substantial Remodel" is added to read as follows:

SUBSTANTIAL REMODEL. Substantial remodel shall mean the alteration of any structure, which, combined with any additions to the structure, performed within any three (3) year period, affects a floor area that

exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the existing floor area of the structure. When any changes are made in the building, such as walls, columns, beams or girders, floor or ceiling joists and coverings, roof rafters, roof diaphragms, foundations, piles or retaining walls or similar components, the floor area of all rooms affected by such changes shall be included in computing floor areas for purposes of applying this definition. This definition does not apply to the replacement and upgrading of residential roof coverings or exterior wall finishes.

Delete exception to Section R309.1 and amend Section R309.1 to read as follows:

R309.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all newly constructed townhouses and in existing townhouses where alterations and/or additions to the existing structure, performed over any 3-year period, qualify as a "Substantial Remodel" as defined in this code. Any addition to a building with an existing fire sprinkler system shall have that system extended to the new portions of the building, irrespective of the size of the addition.

R309.1.1 [Unchanged]

Amend Section R309.2 to read as follows:

R309.2 One-and two-family dwellings automatic fire systems. An Automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed in all newly constructed one-and two-family dwellings and in existing one-and two-family dwellings where alterations and/or additions to the existing structure, performed over any 3-year period, qualify as a "Substantial Remodel" as defined in this code. Any addition to a building with an existing fire sprinkler system shall have that system extended to the new portions of the building, irrespective of the size of the addition.

R309.2.1. [Unchanged]

Amend Section R309.3.1.2 by deleting exception #4.

Amend Section R310.7.2 by adding the following:

Smoke alarms shall be tested and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Smoke alarms that no longer function shall be replaced. Replacement of an existing smoke alarm that is hardwired and/or interconnected shall be made with an alarm of the same functionality.

Amend Section R902.1.1 to read as follows:

R902.1.3 Roofing requirements with Fire Hazard Severity Zones or a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) area. Roofing requirements for structures located within Fire Hazard Severity Zones or in a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) area shall be a fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class A and shall also comply with Part 7, California Wildland-Urban Interface Code.

Amend Section R902.1.2 to read as follows:

R902.1.2 Roof coverings in all other areas other than the Fire Hazard Severity Zones or a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) area. The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50% of the total roof area is replaced within any one-year period, the entire roof covering of every new structure, and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every existing structure, shall be

a fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class C A fire classification and shall also comply with Part 7, California Wildland-Urban Interface Code.

All roof coverings that are not at least Class A shall be a fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class A by May 31, 2027.

(Ord. No. 1974, div. 1, 11-18-2019; Ord. No. 2009, § 3, 5-16-2022; Ord. No. 2021, § 1, 11-21-2022; Ord. No. 2052, div. 1, 9-15-2025)

Chapter 12.260 - INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE AMENDMENTS

12.260.010 - General.

For purposes of this Chapter:

Deleted language from the base code has been stricken through.

Added language to the base code has been underlined.

(Ord. No. 1974, div. 1, 11-18-2019; Ord. No. 2052, div. 1, 9-15-2025)

12.260.020 - Amendments.

The 2024 International Property Maintenance Code is amended or modified as follows:

Delete Section 101.1, 103, 104, 106, and 107

Amend Section 109.4 to read as follows:

109.4 Notice. Whenever the code official determines that there has been a violation of this code or has grounds to believe that a violation has occurred, notice shall be given in the manner prescribed in Section 1.08.060 of the San Rafael Municipal Code. 109.4.1 and 109.4.2 to the owner or the owner's authorized agent, for the violation as specified in this code. Notices for condemnation procedures shall comply with this section.

Delete Section 109.4.1 and 109.4.2.

Amend Sections 110.2, 110.3, and 110.4 to read as follows:

110.2 Temporary safeguards. Notwithstanding other provisions of this code, whenever, in the opinion of the code official, there is imminent danger due to an unsafe condition, the code official shall may order the necessary work to be done, including the boarding up of openings, to render such structure temporarily safe whether or not the legal procedure herein described has been instituted; and shall cause such other action to be taken as the code official deems necessary to meet such emergency.

f the code official, there is imminent danger due to an unsafe condition, the code official shall may order the necessary work to be done, including the boarding up of openings, to render such structure temporarily safe whether or not the legal procedure herein described has been instituted; and shall cause such other action to be taken as the code official deems necessary to meet such emergency.

110.3 Closing streets. When necessary for public safety, the code official shall may temporarily close structures and close or order the authority having jurisdiction to close, sidewalks, streets, public ways and places adjacent to unsafe structures, and prohibit the same from being utilized.

110.4 Emergency repairs. For the purposes of this section, the code official shall may employ the necessary labor and materials to perform the required work as expeditiously as possible.

Delete Sections 110.5 and 110.6.

Amend Sections 111.2 and 111.3 to read as follows:

111.2 Notices and orders. All notices and orders shall comply with Section 109.4 Chapter 1.46 of the San Rafael Municipal Code.

111.3 Failure to comply. If the owner of a premises fails to comply with a demolition order within the time prescribed, the code official shall may cause the structure to be demolished and removed, either through the forces of the an available public agency or by contract or arrangement with private persons, and the cost of such demolition and removal shall be charged against the real estate upon which the structure is located and shall be a lien upon such real estate.

Delete Sections 112 and 113.

Amend Section 202 to read as follows:

The definition for "Code Official" is added as follows:

CODE OFFICIAL. Where used in this code, the term code official shall mean the planning manager, code enforcement manager, or the building official of the City of San Rafael, and their designees.

Amend Section 302.4 to read as follows:

302.4 Weeds. Premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of 6 inches tall. Noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs, provided however, this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens. [Rest of section to remain unchanged.]

Amend Section 304.14 to read as follows:

304.14 Insect Screens. During the period from [DATE] to [Date] every Every door, window and other outside opening required for ventilation of habitable rooms, food preparation areas, food service areas or any areas where products to be included or utilized in food for human consumption are processed, manufactured, packaged or stored shall be supplied with approved tightly fitting screens of not less than 16 mesh per inch (16 mesh per 25 mm),and every screen door used for insect control shall have a self-closing device in good working condition.

Exception [Unchanged.]

Amend Section 308.2.2 to add these words to the end of the sentence:

or securing the doors in an approved manner.

Amend Section 308.3.1 by adding the following:

Every person maintaining or using any solid waste can or receptacle shall keep the same clean and sanitary.

Amend Section 308.3.2 by adding the following:

Within all residential districts in the city, no person shall use, locate, or maintain (store) any solid waste can, garbage container, or other waste receptacle within the public right-of-way other than on the day of removal service. Such waste receptacles shall be stored out of public view on non-service dates, whenever practical, or stored nearest the main structure.

Amend Section 602.3 to read as follows:

602.3 Heat supply. Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets one or more dwelling units or sleeping units on terms, either expressed or implied, to furnish heat to the occupants thereof shall supply heat during the period from [DATE] to [DATE] to maintain a temperature of not less than 68°F (20°C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms.

Exceptions [Unchanged.]

Amend Section 602.4 to read as follows:

602.4 Occupiable work spaces. Indoor occupiable work spaces shall be supplied with heat during the period from [DATE] to [DATE] to maintain a temperature of not less than 65°F (18°C) during the period the spaces are occupied.

Exceptions [Unchanged.]

(Ord. No. 1974, div. 1, 11-18-2019; Ord. No. 2021, § 1, 11-21-2022; Ord. No. 2052, div. 1, 9-15-2025)

Chapter 12.265 - INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE AMENDMENTS

12.265.010 - General.

For the purposes of this Chapter:

Deleted language from the base code has been stricken through.

Added language to the base code has been underlined.

(Ord. No. 1974, div. 1, 11-18-2019; Ord. No. 2052, div. 1, 9-15-2025)