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C ITY OF R EX BURG
ORDIN ANCE 1240
N OW THER EFOR E, be it ordained by the Council of City of Rexburg, in the State of Idaho,
as follow s:
SECTION 1: RE PEAL “15.07.114.1 Tags” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby
repealed as follow s:
B E F O R E R E P E A L
15.07.114.1 Tags
Tags for inspection of fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, and fire alarm systems are required
to be obtained from the Rexburg City Clerk’s office for use in the City of Rexburg (O rd. 1109 §3(O ),
2014)
A F T E R R E P E A L
15.07.114.1 Tags (Repealed)
Tags for inspection of fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, and fire alarm systems are required
to be obtained from the Rexburg City Clerk’s office for use in the City of Rexburg (O rd. 1109 §3(O ),
2014)
SECTION 2: RE PEAL “15.07.503.2.2 Turnarounds” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby repealed as follows:
B E F O R E R E P E A L
15.07.503.2.2 Turnarounds
D riveway turnarounds shall have an inside turning radius of not less than 30 feet and outside turning
radius of not less than 45 feet. Drivew ays that connect with an access road or roads at more than one
point may be considered as having a turnaround if all changes of direction meet the radius requirements
for driveway turnarounds.
A F T E R R E P E A L
15.07.503.2.2 Turnarounds (Repealed)
D riveway turnarounds shall have an inside turning radius of not less than 30 feet and outside turning
radius of not less than 45 feet. Drivew ays that connect with an access road or roads at more than one
point may be considered as having a turnaround if all changes of direction meet the radius requirements
for driveway turnarounds.
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SECTION 3: RE PEAL “15.07.903.1.2 Warehouse Sprinkler Systems” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby repealed as follows:
B E F O R E R E P E A L
15.07.903.1.2 Warehouse Sprinkler Systems
A n automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in w arehouse type buildings where any portion of the
building has an open ceiling height over twelve (12) feet.
A F T E R R E P E A L
15.07.903.1.2 Warehouse Sprinkler Systems (Repealed)
A n automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in w arehouse type buildings where any portion of the
building has an open ceiling height over twelve (12) feet.
SECTION 4: RE PEAL “15.07.903.1.3 Freeze Protection” of the R exburg Municipal
Code is hereby repealed as follows:
B E F O R E R E P E A L
15.07.903.1.3 Freeze Protection
A pproved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be protected from freezing
to a temperature of -400 Fahrenheit. (Ord. 1096 §3(MM), 2012)
A F T E R R E P E A L
15.07.903.1.3 Freeze Protection (Repealed)
A pproved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be protected from freezing
to a temperature of -400 Fahrenheit. (Ord. 1096 §3(MM), 2012)
SECTION 5: RE PEAL “15.07.903.2 Where Required” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby repealed as follows:
B E F O R E R E P E A L
15.07.903.2 Where Required
A pproved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the
locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12.
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A F T E R R E P E A L
15.07.903.2 Where Required (Repealed)
A pproved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the
locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12.
SECTION 6: AMEN D MEN T “15.07.905.1 G eneral” of the R exburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.905.1 General
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.905.1 General2 Installation Standard
SECTION 7: AMEN D MEN T “15.07 907.7.3.2.3 Zone A nd Address Location
Labeling” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07 907.7.3.2.3 Zone A nd A ddress Location Labeling
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07 907.7.3.2.36.5 Zone A nd Address Location Labeling
SECTION 8: AMEN D MEN T “15.07.4601.1 Scope” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.4601.1 Scope
The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of this
code and only if in the opinion of the fire code official, they constitute a distinct hazard to life or
property (O rd. 1109 §3(DDD), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.4601.1 Scope (Repealed)
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The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of this
code and only if in the opinion of the fire code official, they constitute a distinct hazard to life or
property (O rd. 1109 §3(DDD), 2014).
SECTION 9: AMEN D MEN T “15.07.B105.3 H ydrant Testing” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.B105.3 Hydrant Testing
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.B105.3 Hydrant Testing507.4 Water Supply Tests
SECTION 10: A MEN DMENT “15.07.D103.6.2.3 Fire A ccess Signage” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.D103.6.2.3 Fire A ccess Signage
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.D103.6.2.3 Fire A ccess Signage Signs
SECTION 11: A MENDMEN T “TITLE 15 BUILDINGS R EG U LATIO N S” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
TITLE 15 BUILDINGS R EG U LATIO N S
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
TITLETitle 15 BUILDINGS R EG U LATIO N SBuilding Regulations
SECTION 12: A MEN DMENT “15.01.020 Endments” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
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15.01.020 Endments
1.Amendments to, A dopted Codes: The follow ing sections are hereby revised as set forth in the
ID A PA 07 Fide 031, C hapter 01 by, the Idaho Building Code Board of the D ivision of
Building Safety, as authorized under Section 39-4107, Idaho C ode: (See.Attachment A )
ID A PA 07, Title 03, Chapter 01.
2.2012 IRC Edition w ith the follow ing amendments:
a.1. Include appendix "F" as adopted to include the radon requirements.
i.Radon C ontrol Methods: Radon is found in significant quantities in most of
the Rexburg City limits. A reas on the hill do not test high and as such, radon
mitigation is not required.
ii.In the rest of the city, radon mitigation is required as per Appendix F of the
International Residential C ode. The City allows an exception to the mitigation
by testing, out on a case by case basis. (O rd. 1174 §3, 2010.)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.01.020 Endments (Repealed)
1.Amendments to, A dopted Codes: The follow ing sections are hereby revised as set forth in the
ID A PA 07 Fide 031, C hapter 01 by, the Idaho Building Code Board of the D ivision of
Building Safety, as authorized under Section 39-4107, Idaho C ode: (See.Attachment A )
ID A PA 07, Title 03, Chapter 01.
2.2012 IRC Edition w ith the follow ing amendments:
a.1. Include appendix "F" as adopted to include the radon requirements.
i.Radon C ontrol Methods: Radon is found in significant quantities in most of
the Rexburg City limits. A reas on the hill do not test high and as such, radon
mitigation is not required.
ii.In the rest of the city, radon mitigation is required as per Appendix F of the
International Residential C ode. The City allows an exception to the mitigation
by testing, out on a case by case basis. (O rd. 1174 §3, 2010.)
SECTION 13: A MEN DMENT “CHAPTER 15.5 G AS IN STA LLATIO N S” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
CHAPTER 15.5 G AS IN STA LLATIO N S
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
CHAPTER Chapter 15.5 GA S INSTALLATIONSFuel G as (Ifgc) Installations
SECTION 14: R EPEA L “15.07.503.6 Security Gates” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby repealed as follows:
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B E F O R E R E P E A L
15.07.503.6 Security Gates
Fire apparatus access roads shall not be obstructed in any manner, including the parking of vehicles, the
accumulation of snow, or the growing of vegetation. The minimum widths and clearances established
in Section 503.2.1 shall be maintained at all times (O rd. 1109 §3(X ), 2014).
A F T E R R E P E A L
15.07.503.6 Security Gates (Repealed)
Fire apparatus access roads shall not be obstructed in any manner, including the parking of vehicles, the
accumulation of snow, or the growing of vegetation. The minimum widths and clearances established
in Section 503.2.1 shall be maintained at all times (O rd. 1109 §3(X ), 2014).
SECTION 15: A MEN DMENT “15.07.503.7.4 Bridge Load Limits” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7.4 Bridge Load Limits
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7.42.6.1 Bridge Load Limits
SECTION 16: A MEN DMENT “15.07.503.7.5 Address Markers” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7.5 Address Markers
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7.5505.1 A ddress MarkersIdentification
SECTION 17: A MEN DMENT “15.07.503.8 Barricade Specifications” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
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15.07.503.8 Barricade Specifications
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.85.2 Barricade Specifications
SECTION 18: A MEN DMENT “15.07.507.5.7 Fire Hydrant Models” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.507.5.7 Fire Hydrant Models
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.507.5.78 Fire H ydrant Models
SECTION 19: A MEN DMENT “15.01.010 Uniform Building Code A dopted By
Reference - C opies O n File” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby am ended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.01.010 Uniform Building Code A dopted By Reference - C opies O n File
That certain documents, three (3) copies of each code of which are on file in the office of the City of
Rexburg, C ommunity D evelopment Department of the City of R exburg, being marked and designated
as the International Building Code 2015 edition as amended, the International Existing Building Code
2015 edition as amended; the 2012 International Residential Code including Appendix F Radon
Control Methods; 2017 Idaho State (uniform) Plumbing C ode or D ivision of Building Safety currently
adopted edition; 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) w ith 2012 IEC C amendments
for R esidential portion; Amend O rdinance 1109 by adopting the 2015 International Fire Code
including State Fire Marshall amendments (ID A PA 18.01.50); 2017 N ational Electrical Code (effective
July 1, 2017) or D ivision of Building Safety currently adopted edition; 2015 International Mechanical
Code or Division of Building Safety currently adopted edition as amended. A ll published by the
International Code Council are hereby adopted as the B uilding C ode of the City of R exburg, in
the State of Idaho for regulating and governing the conditions and maintenance of all property,
buildings and structures; by providing the standards for supplied utilities and facilities and other
physical things and conditions essential to ensure that structures are safe, sanitary and fit for occupation
and use; and the condemnation of buildings and structures unfit for human occupancy and use and the
demolition of such structures as herein provided: proving for the issuance of permits and collection of
fees therefore; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and term of said
Building Codes on file in the office of the City of Rexburg Community Development D epartment are
hereby referred to adopted and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this ordinance, with the
additions, insertions and deletions and changes, if any, prescribed in 15.01.020 of this ordinance. (O rd.
1059 § 1, 2010).
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A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.01.010 Uniform Building Code A doptedInternational Codes A doption By R eference - Copies O n
File
That certain documents, three (3) copies of each code of which are on file in the office of the City of
Rexburg, C ommunity D evelopment Department of the City of R exburg, being marked and designated
as the International Building Code 20185 edition as amended, the International Existing Building Code
20185 edition as am ended; the 20182 International Residential Code including Appendix F Radon
Control Methods; 2017 Idaho State (uniform) Plumbing C ode or D ivision of Building Safety currently
adopted edition; 20185 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) w ith 20128 IECC
amendments for R esidential portion; Amend Repeal Ordinance 1109 by adopting the 20158
International Fire Code including State Fire Marshall amendments (IDAPA 18.01.50); 2017 National
Electrical C ode (effective July 1, 2017) or D ivision of Building Safety currently adopted edition;
20185 International Mechanical Code or Division of Building Safety currently adopted edition as
amended. All published by the International Code Council and the N ational Fire Protection
A ssociation (N FPA ) are hereby adopted as the Building Code of the City of R exburg, in the State
of Idaho for regulating and governing the conditions and maintenance of all property, buildings and
structures; by providing the standards for supplied utilities and facilities and other physical things and
conditions essential to ensure that structures are safe, sanitary and fit for occupation and use; and the
condemnation of buildings and structures unfit for human occupancy and use and the demolition of
such structures as herein provided: proving for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefore;
and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and term of said Building Codes
on file in the office of the City of Rexburg C ommunity D evelopmentBuilding D epartment are hereby
referred to adopted and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this ordinance, w ith the additions,
insertions and deletions and changes, if any, prescribed in 15.01.020 of this ordinance. (Ord. 1059240
§ 1, 20120).
SECTION 20: A D OPT ION “15.01.015 Code A doption” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.01.015 Code Adoption (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.01.015 Code Adoption(Added)
That the editions of the following recognized codes as currently adopted by the State of Idaho as the
official building codes of the City of Rexburg, including amendments provided in 15.01.020. The
adopted versions of the foregoing codes shall be effective January 1, 2021. The foregoing codes shall
be deemed superseded by successive versions of such codes as they are adopted or approved by the
State of Idaho effective on the 1st day of January the year follow ing the date any such codes are made
effective for the state, unless a different date is required by state statute.
1.2018 International Building C ode
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2.2018 International Existing Building C ode
3.2018 International Residential Code
4.2017 Idaho State (U niform) Plumbing Code or D ivision of Building Safety currently adopted
edition
5.2018 IECC w ith 2012 amendments for Residential portion
6.2018 Idaho Fire Code including State Fire Marshall amendments
7.2017 N ational Electrical Code (N FPA ) or Division of Building Safety currently adopted
edition
8.2018 International Mechanical Code or Division of Building Safety currently adopted edition
SECTION 21: A D OPT ION “15.01.020 A mendments To A dopted Building C ode” of
the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.01.020 Amendments To Adopted Building Code (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.01.020 Amendments To Adopted Building Code(Added)
State of Idaho (IDAPA 24.39.30) 2018 International Building Code Amendments
The follow ing section is hereby revised/amended as set forth in the IDAPA 24.39.30, by the Idaho
Building Code Board of the D ivision of Building Safety as authorized:
1.Any reference to Sections 101.4 concerning Electrical and 101.4.3 Plumbing shall be deleted,
thus solely regulated under the State of Idaho IC 54-1001 and IC 54-2601.
2.Delete Section 1608.2 and replace with the following: 1608.2 G round snow loads. The ground
snow load to be used is 50 lb.
3.All A ppendices w ith the exception of A ppendix B of the IBC, 2018 Edition, are hereby
deleted.
4.Delete Section 305.2.3 and replace with the following: 305.2.3 Tw elve (12) or few er children
in a dw elling unit. A facility such as the above w ithin a dw elling unit and having twelve (12)
or fewer children receiving such day care shall be classified as a G roup R-3 occupancy or shall
comply w ith the International Residential Code. (3-20-20)T
5.Delete Section 303.2.4 and replace with the following: 308.2.4 Five (5) or fewer persons
receiving custodial care. A facility w ith five (5) or few er persons receiving custodial care shall
be classified as a Group R.3 occupancy or shall comply w ith the International Residential
Code. (3-20-20)T
6.Delete Section 308.3.2 and replace with the following: 308.3.2 Five (5) or fewer persons
receiving medical care. A facility with five (5) or fewer persons receiving medical care shall be
classified as a G roup R -3 occupancy. (3-20-20)T
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7.Delete Section 308.5.4 and replace with the following: 308.5.4 Persons receiving care in a
dw elling unit. A facility such as the above w ithin a dwelling unit and having twelve (12) or
fewer children receiving day care or having five (5) or few er persons receiving custodial care
shall be classified as a G roup R-3 occupancy or shall comply with the International Residential
Code. (3-20-20)T
8.Delete Section 310.4 and replace w ith the follow ing: 310.4 Residential G roup R-3. Residential
Group R-3 occupancies where the occupants are primarily permanent in nature and not
classified as G roup R-1, R-2, R-4, E or I, including:
a.B uildings that do not contain more than tw o (2) dwelling units.
b.C are facilities that provide accommodations for five (5) or fewer persons receiving
personal care, custodial care or medical care.
c.C ongregate living facilities (nontransient) w ith sixteen (16) or few er occupant,
including boarding houses (nontransient), convents, dormitories, fraternities and
sororities, and monasteries.
d.C ongregate living facilities (transient) with ten (10) or few er occupants, including
boarding houses (transient).
e.D w elling units providing day care for tw elve (12) or few er children.
f.Lodging houses (transient) With five (5) or few er guest rooms and ten (10) or fewer
occupants, (3-20-20)T
9.Delete Section 310.4.1 and replace with the following: 310.4.1 C are facilities w ithin a
dw elling, Care facilities for twelve (12) or fewer children receiving day care or for five (5) or
fewer persons receiving personal care or custodial care that are w ithin a one- or tw o-family
dw elling are permitted to comply w ith the International Residential Code. (3-20-20)T
10.Delete footnote e under Table 2902.1 Minimum Number of Required Plumbing Fixtures and
replace w ith the follow ing: e For business occupancies excluding restaurants and mercantile
occupancies with an occupant load of thirty (30) or few er; service sinks shall not be required.
(3-20-20)T
11.Delete footnote f from Table 2902.1 Minimum N umber of required Plumbing Fixtures, add
footnote f in the header row of the column in Table 2902.1 labeled "Drinking Fountains," and
delete footnote f under Table 2902.1 and replace w ith the follow ing: f Drinking fountains are
not required for an occupant load of thirty (30) or few er. (3-20-20)T
12.Delete Section 3113.1 and replace w ith the following: 3113.1 General. The provisions of this
Section shall apply to relocatable buildings. Relocatable buildings manufactured after the
effective date of this code shall comply with the applicable provisions of this code; title 39,
chapter 43, Idaho Code; and ID A PA 24.39.31. Exception: This Section shall not apply to
manufactured housing used as dw ellings. (3-20- 20)T
C ity of Rexburg 2018 International B uilding C ode Amendments
D elete Section 903.2.8 and replace w ith the follow ing:
903.2.8 Group R. A n automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance w ith Section 903.3 shall be
provided throughout all buildings w ith a G roup R fire area. Exceptions:
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1.All single family homes and multiple family dw ellings up to two (2) units that are physically
separated by ten (10) feet or more of space, to the nearest building, are hereby exempted
from the provisions of the International Fire C ode, the International B uilding Code and the
Idaho Residential Code that require such dw ellings to have automatic fire sprinkler systems
installed. N othing in this section shall prevent any person from voluntarily installing an
automatic fire sprinkler system in any residential dw elling.
Section 1805-Footings and Foundations: The below prescriptive format to be employed in the
Jurisdiction, only w ith the permission of the Building O fficial after review of the site specific. The
Prescriptive method w ill be used in place of the Tables referenced in Code Sections 1809-Concrete
Footings (Table 1809.7) and 1807-Foundation Walls (Tables 1807.1.6.2 through 1807.1.6.3(3)) A dd
Prescriptive alternative: Prescriptive Method of Footing and Foundation Walls in The City of Rexburg:
1.Concrete footings constructed in the jurisdiction shall have a minimum steel reinforcement
consisting of at least 2ea. #4 horizontal reinforcing bars placed continuously along the footing
and located a minimum of 3 inches from the bottom and sides of the footings (see table 1809.7
for footing width and thickness O N LY ). Steel reinforcement shall be securely positioned by
hanging wire ties, concrete blocks, or other approved methods that w ill hold the reinforcing
steel securely in place during the concrete placement.
2.Foundation w alls 4 feet or less in height shall have a minimum nominal concrete w all thickness
of 6 inches and shall have a minimum steel reinforcement consisting of not less than one #4
horizontal bar located in the upper six inches of the w all. The remaining height of the
foundation wall shall have horizontal #4 bars spaced evenly at a distance of no greater than 24
inches betw een bars.
3.Foundation w alls constructed in the jurisdiction supporting more than four feet of unbalanced
backfill, shall have a minimum nominal concrete thickness of 8 inches, and shall have a
minimum steel reinforcement consisting of not less than tw o #4 horizontal bars located in the
upper 12 inches of the w all. The remaining height of the w all shall have horizontal #4 bars
equally spaced at a distance no greater than 24 inches between bars.
4.Foundation w alls constructed w ithin this jurisdiction shall have a minimum vertical steel
reinforcement consisting of “L”-shaped #4 vertical bars spaced at a horizontal distance from
one another no greater than 48 inches betw een bars if the wall is 48 inches or less in height,
and shall have 24 inch horizontal spacing betw een bars if the wall is higher than 48 inches.
The short horizontal portion of the “L”-shaped #4 bars shall be at least 6 inches in length, and
shall be approximately centered (vertically) in the concrete footing. Concrete shall be tamped
around the “L”-shaped portion of the vertical steel placed in the footing, so that the steel is
firmly encased in the footing concrete. If additional re-bar is added to the vertical portion of the
#4 “L”-shaped bar to gain additional height, the lap shall be at least 15 inches in length. all
steel shall have a minimum concrete cover of 3 inches w hen the wall is poured against earth,
and 2 inches cover w hen pored against air (formed free-standing) or against adjacent w all
materials. Wall reinforcing steel shall be w ire-tied together to prevent movement or
displacement of the steel during the concrete placement.
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SECTION 22: A D OPT ION “15.01.030 A mendments To A dopted Residential Code”
of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.01.030 Amendments To Adopted Residential Code (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.01.030 Amendments To Adopted Residential Code(Added)
State of Idaho (IDAPA 24.30.39) 2018 International R esidential C ode Amendments
1.Delete the exception under Section R101.2 Scope, and replace w ith the follow ing" Exception:
The following shall also be permitted to be constructed in accordance w ith this code:
a.O w ner-occupied lodging houses with five (5) or fewer guestrooms and ten (10) or
few er total occupants.
b.A care facility w ith five (5) or few er persons receiving custodial care within a dw elling
unit or single-family dw elling.
c.A care facility for five (5) or few er persons receiving personal care that are w ithin a
dw elling unit or single-family dwelling.
d.A care facility w ith twelve (12) or few er children receiving day care within a dw elling
unit or single-family dw elling. (3-20-20)T
2.Delete Section R104.10.1 Flood hazard areas. (3-20-20)T
3.Delete item number 7 under the "Building" subheading of Section R105.2 Work exempt from
permit, and replace with the following: 7. Prefabricated sw imming pools that are not greater
than four (4) feet (one thousand, two hundred nineteen ( 1219) mm) deep. (3-24-24)T
4.Add the following as item number 11 under the "Building" subheading of Section R105.2 Work
exempt from permit: 11. Flag poles. (3-20-20)T
5.Delete Section R109.1.3 and replace with the following: R 109.1.3 Floodplain inspections. For
construction in areas prone to Flooding as established by Table R 301.2(1), upon placement of
the low est floor, including basement, the building official is authorized to require submission of
documentation of the elevation of the lowest floor, including basement, required in Section
R322. (3-20-20)T
6.Delete Section R301.2.1.2 Protection of O penings.
7.Delete Table R302.1(1) and replace w ith the follow ing:
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SECTION 22: A D OPT ION “15.01.030 A mendments To A dopted Residential Code”of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:B E F O R E A D O P T I O N15.01.030 Amendments To Adopted Residential Code (N on-existent)A F T E R A D O P T I O N15.01.030 Amendments To Adopted Residential Code(Added)State of Idaho (IDAPA 24.30.39) 2018 International R esidential C ode Amendments1.Delete the exception under Section R101.2 Scope, and replace w ith the follow ing" Exception:The following shall also be permitted to be constructed in accordance w ith this code:a.O w ner-occupied lodging houses with five (5) or fewer guestrooms and ten (10) orfewer total occupants.b.A care facility w ith five (5) or few er persons receiving custodial care within a dw ellingunit or single-family dw elling.c.A care facility for five (5) or few er persons receiving personal care that are w ithin adwelling unit or single-family dwelling.d.A care facility w ith twelve (12) or few er children receiving day care within a dw ellingunit or single-family dw elling. (3-20-20)T2.Delete Section R104.10.1 Flood hazard areas. (3-20-20)T3.Delete item number 7 under the "Building" subheading of Section R105.2 Work exempt frompermit, and replace with the following: 7. Prefabricated sw imming pools that are not greaterthan four (4) feet (one thousand, two hundred nineteen ( 1219) mm) deep. (3-24-24)T4.Add the following as item number 11 under the "Building" subheading of Section R105.2 Workexempt from permit: 11. Flag poles. (3-20-20)T5.Delete Section R109.1.3 and replace with the following: R 109.1.3 Floodplain inspections. Forconstruction in areas prone to Flooding as established by Table R 301.2(1), upon placement ofthe low est floor, including basement, the building official is authorized to require submission of
documentation of the elevation of the lowest floor, including basement, required in Section
R322. (3-20-20)T
6.Delete Section R301.2.1.2 Protection of O penings.
7.Delete Table R302.1(1) and replace w ith the follow ing:
8.Delete Section R302.12 Fire protection of floors. (3-20-20)T
9.Delete Section R303.4 and replace with the following: R303.4 Mechanical Ventilation.
Dwelling units shall be provided with w hole-house mechanical ventilation in accordance w ith
Section M1505.4. (3-20-20)T
10.Delete the exception under Section R313.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems, and
replace w ith the follow ing: Exception: A utomatic residential fire sprinkler systems shall not be
required in townhouses where either two (2) one (1)- hour fire-resistance-rated walls or a
common tw o (2)-hour fire-resistance rated w alls, as specified in item number 2 of Section
R302.2.2 is installed between dw elling units or w hen additions or alterations are made to
existing tow nhouses that do not have an automatic residential fire sprinkler system installed. (3-
20-20)T
11.Delete Section R313.2 O ne- and tw o-family dwellings automatic fire sprinkler systems. (3-20-
20)T
12.Delete the exceptions under Section R314.2.2 Alterations, repairs and additions, and replace
with the following: Exceptions:
a.Work involving the exterior surfaces of dw ellings, such as, but not limited to,
replacement of roofing or siding, or the addition or replacement of windows or doors, or
the addition of a porch or deck or electrical permits, are exempt from the requirements
of this section.
b.Installation, alteration or repairs of plumbing or mechanical systems are exempt from the
requirements of this section. (3-20-20)T
13.Delete the exceptions under Section R315.2.2 Alterations, repairs and additions, and replace
with the following: Exceptions:
a.Work involving the exterior surfaces of dw ellings, such as, but not limited to,
replacement of roofing or siding, or the addition or replacement of window or doors, or
the addition of a porch or deck or electrical permits, are exempt from the requirements
of this section.
b.Installation, alteration or repairs of non-combustion plumbing or mechanical systems are
exempt from the requirements of this section. (3-20-20)T
14.Delete Section R322.1.10 As-built elevation documentation. (3-20-20)T
15.Delete Section R322.2.1 and replace with the following: R 322.2.1 Elevation requirements.
a.B uildings and structures in flood hazard areas, including flood hazard areas designated
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8.Delete Section R302.12 Fire protection of floors. (3-20-20)T9.Delete Section R303.4 and replace with the following: R303.4 Mechanical Ventilation.Dwelling units shall be provided with w hole-house mechanical ventilation in accordance w ithSection M1505.4. (3-20-20)T10.Delete the exception under Section R313.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems, andreplace w ith the follow ing: Exception: A utomatic residential fire sprinkler systems shall not berequired in townhouses where either two (2) one (1)- hour fire-resistance-rated walls or acommon tw o (2)-hour fire-resistance rated w alls, as specified in item number 2 of SectionR302.2.2 is installed between dw elling units or w hen additions or alterations are made toexisting tow nhouses that do not have an automatic residential fire sprinkler system installed. (3-20-20)T11.Delete Section R313.2 O ne- and tw o-family dwellings automatic fire sprinkler systems. (3-20-20)T12.Delete the exceptions under Section R314.2.2 Alterations, repairs and additions, and replacewith the following: Exceptions:a.Work involving the exterior surfaces of dw ellings, such as, but not limited to,replacement of roofing or siding, or the addition or replacement of windows or doors, or
the addition of a porch or deck or electrical permits, are exempt from the requirements
of this section.
b.Installation, alteration or repairs of plumbing or mechanical systems are exempt from the
requirements of this section. (3-20-20)T
13.Delete the exceptions under Section R315.2.2 Alterations, repairs and additions, and replace
with the following: Exceptions:
a.Work involving the exterior surfaces of dw ellings, such as, but not limited to,
replacement of roofing or siding, or the addition or replacement of window or doors, or
the addition of a porch or deck or electrical permits, are exempt from the requirements
of this section.
b.Installation, alteration or repairs of non-combustion plumbing or mechanical systems are
exempt from the requirements of this section. (3-20-20)T
14.Delete Section R322.1.10 As-built elevation documentation. (3-20-20)T
15.Delete Section R322.2.1 and replace with the following: R 322.2.1 Elevation requirements.
a.B uildings and structures in flood hazard areas, including flood hazard areas designated
as Coastal A Zones, shall have the low est floors elevated to or above the base flood
elevation.
b.In areas of shallow flooding (AO Zones), buildings and structures shall have the low est
floors (including basement) elevated to a height above the highest adjacent grade of not
less than the depth number specified in feet (mm) on the FIRM, or not less than two (2)
feet (610 mm) if a depth number is not specified.
c.B asement floors that are below grade on all sides shall be elevated to or above base
flood elevation. Exception: Enclosed areas below the design flood elevation, including
basements w ith floors that are not below grade on all sides, shall meet the requirements
of Section R322.2.2. (3-20-20)T
16.Delete subparagraph 2.1 of Section R322.2.2 Enclosed area below design flood elevation, and
replace w ith the follow ing: 2.1. The total net area of all openings shall be at least one (1) square
inch (645 mm2) for each square foot (0.093 m2) of enclosed area, or the opening shall be
designed and the construction documents shall include a statement that the design and
installation of the openings w ill provide for equalization of hydrostatic flood force on exterior
walls by allow ing the automatic entry and exit of floodw aters. (3-20-20)T
17.Delete Tables R403 Minimum Depth (D ) and Width (W) pf Crushed Stone Footings (inches),
R403.1(1) Minimum Width and Thickness for Concrete Footings for Light-Frame Construction
(inches), R403.1(2) Minimum Width and Thickness for Concrete Footings for Light-Frame
Construction and Brick Veneer (inches), and R403.1(3) Minimum Width and Thickness for
Concrete Footings w ith Cast-In-Place or Fully G routed Masonry Wall Construction (inches). (3-
20-20)T
18.Add the following as Table R403.1:
For SI: 1 inch= 25.4 mm, 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kPa. a Where minimum footing
width is twelve (12) inches, use of a single w ythe of solid or fully grouted twelve (12)-inch
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as Coastal A Zones, shall have the low est floors elevated to or above the base floodelevation.b.In areas of shallow flooding (AO Zones), buildings and structures shall have the low estfloors (including basement) elevated to a height above the highest adjacent grade of notless than the depth number specified in feet (mm) on the FIRM, or not less than two (2)feet (610 mm) if a depth number is not specified.c.B asement floors that are below grade on all sides shall be elevated to or above baseflood elevation. Exception: Enclosed areas below the design flood elevation, includingbasements w ith floors that are not below grade on all sides, shall meet the requirementsof Section R322.2.2. (3-20-20)T16.Delete subparagraph 2.1 of Section R322.2.2 Enclosed area below design flood elevation, andreplace w ith the follow ing: 2.1. The total net area of all openings shall be at least one (1) squareinch (645 mm2) for each square foot (0.093 m2) of enclosed area, or the opening shall bedesigned and the construction documents shall include a statement that the design andinstallation of the openings w ill provide for equalization of hydrostatic flood force on exteriorwalls by allow ing the automatic entry and exit of floodw aters. (3-20-20)T17.Delete Tables R403 Minimum Depth (D ) and Width (W) pf Crushed Stone Footings (inches),R403.1(1) Minimum Width and Thickness for Concrete Footings for Light-Frame Construction(inches), R403.1(2) Minimum Width and Thickness for Concrete Footings for Light-Frame
Construction and Brick Veneer (inches), and R403.1(3) Minimum Width and Thickness for
Concrete Footings w ith Cast-In-Place or Fully G routed Masonry Wall Construction (inches). (3-
20-20)T
18.Add the following as Table R403.1:
For SI: 1 inch= 25.4 mm, 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kPa. a Where minimum footing
width is twelve (12) inches, use of a single w ythe of solid or fully grouted twelve (12)-inch
nominal concrete masonry units is permitted. (3-20-20)T
19.Delete Section R403.1.1 and replace with the following: R 403.1.1 Minimum size. Minimum
sizes for concrete and masonry footings shall be as set forth in Table R403.1 and Figure
R403.1(1). The footing width (W) shall be based on the load bearing value of the soil in
accordance w ith Table R401.4.1. Spread footings shall be at least six (6) inches in thickness (T).
Footing projections (P) shall be at least two (2) inches and shall not exceed the thickness of the
footing. The size of footings supporting piers and columns shall be based on the tributary load
and allow able soil pressure in accordance with Table R401.4.1. Footings for wood foundations
shall be in accordance w ith the details set forth in Section R403.2 and Figures R403.1(2) and
R403.1(3). (3-20-20)T
20.Delete Section R602.10 and replace w ith the follow ing: R602.10 Wall bracing. Buildings shall
be braced in accordance w ith this Section or, w hen applicable Section R602.12, or the most
current edition of APA System Report SR-102 as an alternate method. Where a building, or
portion thereof, does not comply with one (1) or more of the bracing requirements in this
Section, those portions shall be designed and constructed in accordance w ith Section R301.1.
(3-20-20)T
21.Amend Section 403.1.3.1-Foundations with Stem Walls by insertion of the following
prescriptive methodology: The below prescriptive format to be employed in the Jurisdiction,
only w ith the permission of the Building O fficial after review of the site specific by the building
official. C oncrete footings constructed in the jurisdiction shall have a minimum steel
reinforcement consisting of at least 2ea.#4 horizontal reinforcing bars placed continuously along
the footing and located a minimum of 3 inches from the bottom and sides of the footings (see
table R404.1.1(1) through R404.1.1(4) for footing width and thickness O N LY ). Steel
reinforcement shall be securely positioned by hanging w ire ties, concrete blocks, or other
approved methods that w ill hold the reinforcing steel securely in place during the concrete
placement. Foundation w alls 4 feet or less in height shall have a minimum nominal concrete
wall thickness of 6 inches and shall have a minimum steel reinforcement consisting of not less
than one #4 horizontal bar located in the upper six inches of the wall. The remaining height of
the foundation wall shall have horizontal #4 bars spaced evenly at a distance of no greater than
24 inches between bars. Foundation w alls constructed in the jurisdiction supporting more than
four feet of unbalanced backfill, shall have a minimum nominal concrete thickness of 8 inches,
and shall have a minimum steel reinforcement consisting of not less than tw o #4 horizontal bars
located in the upper 12 inches of the w all. The remaining height of the wall shall have
horizontal #4 bars equally spaced at a distance no greater than 24 inches betw een bars.
Foundation w alls constructed w ithin this jurisdiction shall have a minimum vertical steel
reinforcement consisting of “L”-shaped #4 vertical bars spaced at a horizontal distance from one
another no greater than 48 inches betw een bars if the wall is 48 inches or less in height, and
shall have 24 inch horizontal spacing betw een bars if the wall is higher than 48 inches. The
short horizontal portion of the “L”-shaped #4 bars shall be at least 6 inches in length, and shall
be approximately centered (vertically) in the concrete footing. Concrete shall be tamped around
the “L”-shaped portion of the vertical steel placed in the footing, so that the steel is firmly
encased in the footing concrete. If additional re-bar is added to the vertical portion of the #4
“L”-shaped bar to gain additional height, the lap shall be at least 15 inches in length. Wall steel
shall have a minimum concrete cover of 3 inches w hen the wall is poured against earth, and 2
inches cover when pored against air (formed free-standing) or against adjacent w all materials.
Wall reinforcing steel shall be w ire-tied together to prevent movement or displacement of the
steel during the concrete placement.
A gricultural Buildings - Non-commercial A gricultural buildings, (A s D efined by
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nominal concrete masonry units is permitted. (3-20-20)T19.Delete Section R403.1.1 and replace with the following: R 403.1.1 Minimum size. Minimumsizes for concrete and masonry footings shall be as set forth in Table R403.1 and FigureR403.1(1). The footing width (W) shall be based on the load bearing value of the soil inaccordance w ith Table R401.4.1. Spread footings shall be at least six (6) inches in thickness (T).Footing projections (P) shall be at least two (2) inches and shall not exceed the thickness of thefooting. The size of footings supporting piers and columns shall be based on the tributary loadand allow able soil pressure in accordance with Table R401.4.1. Footings for wood foundationsshall be in accordance w ith the details set forth in Section R403.2 and Figures R403.1(2) andR403.1(3). (3-20-20)T20.Delete Section R602.10 and replace w ith the follow ing: R602.10 Wall bracing. Buildings shallbe braced in accordance w ith this Section or, w hen applicable Section R602.12, or the mostcurrent edition of APA System Report SR-102 as an alternate method. Where a building, orportion thereof, does not comply with one (1) or more of the bracing requirements in thisSection, those portions shall be designed and constructed in accordance w ith Section R301.1.(3-20-20)T21.Amend Section 403.1.3.1-Foundations with Stem Walls by insertion of the followingprescriptive methodology: The below prescriptive format to be employed in the Jurisdiction,
only w ith the permission of the Building O fficial after review of the site specific by the building
official. C oncrete footings constructed in the jurisdiction shall have a minimum steel
reinforcement consisting of at least 2ea.#4 horizontal reinforcing bars placed continuously along
the footing and located a minimum of 3 inches from the bottom and sides of the footings (see
table R404.1.1(1) through R404.1.1(4) for footing width and thickness O N LY ). Steel
reinforcement shall be securely positioned by hanging w ire ties, concrete blocks, or other
approved methods that w ill hold the reinforcing steel securely in place during the concrete
placement. Foundation w alls 4 feet or less in height shall have a minimum nominal concrete
wall thickness of 6 inches and shall have a minimum steel reinforcement consisting of not less
than one #4 horizontal bar located in the upper six inches of the wall. The remaining height of
the foundation wall shall have horizontal #4 bars spaced evenly at a distance of no greater than
24 inches between bars. Foundation w alls constructed in the jurisdiction supporting more than
four feet of unbalanced backfill, shall have a minimum nominal concrete thickness of 8 inches,
and shall have a minimum steel reinforcement consisting of not less than tw o #4 horizontal bars
located in the upper 12 inches of the w all. The remaining height of the wall shall have
horizontal #4 bars equally spaced at a distance no greater than 24 inches betw een bars.
Foundation w alls constructed w ithin this jurisdiction shall have a minimum vertical steel
reinforcement consisting of “L”-shaped #4 vertical bars spaced at a horizontal distance from one
another no greater than 48 inches betw een bars if the wall is 48 inches or less in height, and
shall have 24 inch horizontal spacing betw een bars if the wall is higher than 48 inches. The
short horizontal portion of the “L”-shaped #4 bars shall be at least 6 inches in length, and shall
be approximately centered (vertically) in the concrete footing. Concrete shall be tamped around
the “L”-shaped portion of the vertical steel placed in the footing, so that the steel is firmly
encased in the footing concrete. If additional re-bar is added to the vertical portion of the #4
“L”-shaped bar to gain additional height, the lap shall be at least 15 inches in length. Wall steel
shall have a minimum concrete cover of 3 inches w hen the wall is poured against earth, and 2
inches cover when pored against air (formed free-standing) or against adjacent w all materials.
Wall reinforcing steel shall be w ire-tied together to prevent movement or displacement of the
steel during the concrete placement.
A gricultural Buildings - Non-commercial A gricultural buildings, (A s D efined byAgricultural Buildings - Non-commercial A gricultural buildings, (A s D efined by
A ppendix C-C 101.1) w ith the review and approval of the City Building O fficial, and
further subject to any surface water and environmental authorities, MAY be exempt from
this code upon approval of application for such exemption
C ity of Rexburg 2018 International R esidential C ode A mendments
Table R301.2(1) of the International Residential Code, 2018 Edition, shall be amended to read as
follow s:
TAB LE R301.2(1) CLIMATIC AND GEO G RAPH IC D ESIG N CRITER IA
Table R301.2 (1) The follow ing listed values are herew ith adopted as the minimum design criteria to be
used w hen designing or constructing any structures falling under the purview of this ordinance:
N A ME VA LUE
G round Snow Load 50 lb
Minimum Wind Design Speed 90 mph
Topographic Effects N o
Special Wind Region (Air Freezing Index)2500
Windbourne D ebris Zone N o
Seismic D esign Category D -0
Subject To Damage From Weathering Severe
Frost Line D epth (Final G rade to bottom of footing minimum)36 inches
Termite Slight to Moderate
Winter Design Temperature (Rexburg) -5°F
Ice Barrier U nderlayment Required Yes
Flood H azards A dopted June 3, 1991 N V G 1991 FIRM Map
A ir Freezing Index 2500
Minimum Roof Snow Load 35 #/sq.ft
Mean A nnual Temperature 43.5°F
The exception to Section to R405.1 of the International Residential Code, 2018 Edition, is hereby
amended to read as follow s:
Exception: A drainage system is not required w hen the foundation is installed on w ell-drained ground
or sand-gravel mixture soils according to the U nified Soil Classification System, G roup I and G roup II
Soils, as detailed in Table R405.1.
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A gricultural Buildings - Non-commercial A gricultural buildings, (A s D efined byAppendix C-C 101.1) w ith the review and approval of the City Building O fficial, andfurther subject to any surface water and environmental authorities, MAY be exempt fromthis code upon approval of application for such exemptionCity of Rexburg 2018 International R esidential C ode A mendmentsTable R301.2(1) of the International Residential Code, 2018 Edition, shall be amended to read asfollows:TAB LE R301.2(1) CLIMATIC AND GEO G RAPH IC D ESIG N CRITER IATable R301.2 (1) The follow ing listed values are herew ith adopted as the minimum design criteria to beused w hen designing or constructing any structures falling under the purview of this ordinance:N A ME VA LUEGround Snow Load 50 lb
Minimum Wind Design Speed 90 mph
Topographic Effects N o
Special Wind Region (Air Freezing Index)2500
Windbourne D ebris Zone N o
Seismic D esign Category D -0
Subject To Damage From Weathering Severe
Frost Line D epth (Final G rade to bottom of footing minimum)36 inches
Termite Slight to Moderate
Winter Design Temperature (Rexburg) -5°F
Ice Barrier U nderlayment Required Yes
Flood H azards A dopted June 3, 1991 N V G 1991 FIRM Map
A ir Freezing Index 2500
Minimum Roof Snow Load 35 #/sq.ft
Mean A nnual Temperature 43.5°F
The exception to Section to R405.1 of the International Residential Code, 2018 Edition, is hereby
amended to read as follow s:
Exception: A drainage system is not required w hen the foundation is installed on w ell-drained ground
or sand-gravel mixture soils according to the U nified Soil Classification System, G roup I and G roup II
Soils, as detailed in Table R405.1.
SECTION 23: A D OPT ION “15.01.040 A mendments To A dopted Energy
Conservation Code” of the R exburg Municipal C ode is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.01.040 Amendments To Adopted Energy C onservation Code (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.01.040 Amendments To Adopted Energy C onservation Code(Added)
State of Idaho (IDAPA 24.39.30) 2018 International Energy C onservation C ode A mendments
1.Add the following as Section C101.5.2: C101.5.2 Industrial, electronic, and manufacturing
equipment. Buildings or portions thereof that are heated or cooled exclusively to maintain the
required operating temperature of industrial, electronic, or manufacturing equipment shall be
exempt from the provisions of this code. Such buildings or portions thereof shall be separated
from connected conditioned space by building thermal envelope assemblies complying w ith this
code. (3-20-20)T
2.Add the following as an exception under Section C402.5 Air leakage-thermal envelope
(Mandatory): Exception: For buildings having over fifty thousand (50,000) square feet of
conditioned floor area, air leakage testing shall be permitted to be conducted on less than the
whole building, provided the follow ing portions of the building are tested and their measured air
leakage is area-weighted by the surface areas of the building envelope:
a.The entire floor area of all stories that have any spaces directly under a roof.
b.The entire floor area of all stories that have a building entrance or loading dock.
c.R epresentative above-grade w all sections of the building totaling at least twenty-five
percent (25%) of the above-grade w all area enclosing the remaining conditioned space.
Floor area tested under subparagraphs 1 or 2 of this exception shall not be included in
the tw enty-five percent (25%) of above-grade w all sections tested under this
subparagraph. (3-20-20)T
3.Add the following as exception number 7 under Section C 403.5 Economizers (Prescriptive): 7.
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SECTION 23: A D OPT ION “15.01.040 A mendments To A dopted EnergyConservation Code” of the R exburg Municipal C ode is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.01.040 Amendments To Adopted Energy C onservation Code (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.01.040 Amendments To Adopted Energy C onservation Code(Added)
State of Idaho (IDAPA 24.39.30) 2018 International Energy C onservation C ode A mendments
1.Add the following as Section C101.5.2: C101.5.2 Industrial, electronic, and manufacturing
equipment. Buildings or portions thereof that are heated or cooled exclusively to maintain the
required operating temperature of industrial, electronic, or manufacturing equipment shall be
exempt from the provisions of this code. Such buildings or portions thereof shall be separated
from connected conditioned space by building thermal envelope assemblies complying w ith this
code. (3-20-20)T
2.Add the following as an exception under Section C402.5 Air leakage-thermal envelope
(Mandatory): Exception: For buildings having over fifty thousand (50,000) square feet of
conditioned floor area, air leakage testing shall be permitted to be conducted on less than the
whole building, provided the follow ing portions of the building are tested and their measured air
leakage is area-weighted by the surface areas of the building envelope:
a.The entire floor area of all stories that have any spaces directly under a roof.
b.The entire floor area of all stories that have a building entrance or loading dock.
c.R epresentative above-grade w all sections of the building totaling at least twenty-five
percent (25%) of the above-grade w all area enclosing the remaining conditioned space.
Floor area tested under subparagraphs 1 or 2 of this exception shall not be included in
the tw enty-five percent (25%) of above-grade w all sections tested under this
subparagraph. (3-20-20)T
3.Add the following as exception number 7 under Section C 403.5 Economizers (Prescriptive): 7.
Unusual outdoor air contaminate conditions - Systems w here special outside air filtration and
treatment for the reduction and treatment of unusual outdoor contaminants, makes an air
economizer infeasible. (3-20-20)T
4.Delete Table C404.5.1 and replace with the following:
5.Delete the rows in Table R402.1.2 for climate zones "5 and Marine 4" and "6" and replace w ith
the follow ing:
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Unusual outdoor air contaminate conditions - Systems w here special outside air filtration andtreatment for the reduction and treatment of unusual outdoor contaminants, makes an aireconomizer infeasible. (3-20-20)T4.Delete Table C404.5.1 and replace with the following:
5.Delete the rows in Table R402.1.2 for climate zones "5 and Marine 4" and "6" and replace w ith
the follow ing:
6.Add the following as footnote k to the title of Table R402.1.2 - Insulation and Fenestration
Requirements by Component: k For residential log home building thermal envelope construction
requriements see Section R402.6. (3-20-20)T
7.Delete the rows in Table R402.1.4 for climate zones "5 and Marine 4" and "6" and replace w ith
the follow ing:
8.Delete Section R402.4.1 and replace with the following: R 402.4.1 Building thermal envelope.
a.U ntil June 30, 2021, the building thermal envelope shall comply with Sections
R 402.4.1.1 (Installation) and either Section R402.4.1.2 (Testing) or Section R402.4.1.3
(Visual inspection).
b.Effective July 1, 2021, the building thermal envelope of a minimum of tw enty percent
(20%) of all new single-family homes constructed by each builder shall comply with
Section R402.4.1.1 (Installation) and Section R402.4.1.2 (Testing). The authority
having jurisdiction may: 2.1. Determine how to enforce this requirement, starting w ith
the fifth house and continuing w ith each subsequent fifth house. 2.2 Waive this
requirement if significant testing indicates the five (5) air changes per hour (AC H )
requirement is consistently being met or exceeded (Resulting in a low er A CH). 2.3
G rant exceptions to this requirement in rural areas w here testing equipment is not
available or cost effective.
c.Effective July 1, 2021, the building thermal envelope of eighty percent (80%) of all new
single-family homes constructed by each builder shall comply with Section R402.4.1.1
(Installation) and either Section R402.4.1.2 (Testing) or Section R 402.4.1.3 (Visual
inspection ).
d.The sealing methods betw een dissimilar materials shall allow for differential expansion
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6.Add the following as footnote k to the title of Table R402.1.2 - Insulation and Fenestration
Requirements by Component: k For residential log home building thermal envelope construction
requriements see Section R402.6. (3-20-20)T
7.Delete the rows in Table R402.1.4 for climate zones "5 and Marine 4" and "6" and replace w ith
the follow ing:
8.Delete Section R402.4.1 and replace with the following: R 402.4.1 Building thermal envelope.
a.U ntil June 30, 2021, the building thermal envelope shall comply with Sections
R 402.4.1.1 (Installation) and either Section R402.4.1.2 (Testing) or Section R402.4.1.3
(Visual inspection).
b.Effective July 1, 2021, the building thermal envelope of a minimum of tw enty percent
(20%) of all new single-family homes constructed by each builder shall comply with
Section R402.4.1.1 (Installation) and Section R402.4.1.2 (Testing). The authority
having jurisdiction may: 2.1. Determine how to enforce this requirement, starting w ith
the fifth house and continuing w ith each subsequent fifth house. 2.2 Waive this
requirement if significant testing indicates the five (5) air changes per hour (AC H )
requirement is consistently being met or exceeded (Resulting in a low er A CH). 2.3
G rant exceptions to this requirement in rural areas w here testing equipment is not
available or cost effective.
c.Effective July 1, 2021, the building thermal envelope of eighty percent (80%) of all new
single-family homes constructed by each builder shall comply with Section R402.4.1.1
(Installation) and either Section R402.4.1.2 (Testing) or Section R 402.4.1.3 (Visual
inspection ).
d.The sealing methods betw een dissimilar materials shall allow for differential expansion
and contraction. (3-20-20)T
9.Delete Section R402.4.1.1 and replace w ith the following: R 402.4.1.1 Installation. The
components of the building thermal envelope as listed in Table R402.4.1.1 shall be installed in
accordance w ith the manufacturer's instructions and the criteria listed in Table R402.4.1.1, as
applicable to the method of construction. (3-20-20)T
10.Add the following as Section R402.4.1.3: R402.4.1.3 Visual inspection. Building envelope
tightness and insulation installation shall be considered acceptable when the items listed in Table
R402.4.1.1, applicable to the method of construction, are field verified. Where required by code
official in approved party independent form the installer of the insulation shall inspect the air
barrier and insulation. (3-20-20)T
11.Add the following as Section R402.6: R402.6 Residential log home thermal envelope.
Residential log home construction shall comply w ith Section R 401 (General), Section R402.4
(A ir leakage), Section R402.5 (Maximum fenestration U -factor and SH G C), Section R403.1
(Controls), the mandatory sections of Sections R403.3 through R403.9, Section R404
(Electrical Power and Lighting Systems). and either 1., 2., or 3. as follow s: 1. Sections R402.2
through R 402.3, Section R403.3.1 (Insulation), Section R404.1 (Lightning equipment) and
Table R 402.6 (Log Home Prescriptive Thermal Envelope Requirements by Component). 2.
Section R405 (Simulated Performance A lternative). 3. R EScheck (U S Department of Energy
Building Codes Program).
12.Add the following as Table R402.6:
13.Delete Section R403.5.3 and replace with the following: R 403.5.3 H ot w ater pipe insulation
(Prescriptive). Insulation for hot w ater piping w ith a thermal resistance, R-value, of not less than
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and contraction. (3-20-20)T9.Delete Section R402.4.1.1 and replace w ith the following: R 402.4.1.1 Installation. Thecomponents of the building thermal envelope as listed in Table R402.4.1.1 shall be installed inaccordance w ith the manufacturer's instructions and the criteria listed in Table R402.4.1.1, asapplicable to the method of construction. (3-20-20)T10.Add the following as Section R402.4.1.3: R402.4.1.3 Visual inspection. Building envelopetightness and insulation installation shall be considered acceptable when the items listed in TableR402.4.1.1, applicable to the method of construction, are field verified. Where required by codeofficial in approved party independent form the installer of the insulation shall inspect the airbarrier and insulation. (3-20-20)T11.Add the following as Section R402.6: R402.6 Residential log home thermal envelope.Residential log home construction shall comply w ith Section R 401 (General), Section R402.4(A ir leakage), Section R402.5 (Maximum fenestration U -factor and SH G C), Section R403.1
(Controls), the mandatory sections of Sections R403.3 through R403.9, Section R404
(Electrical Power and Lighting Systems). and either 1., 2., or 3. as follow s: 1. Sections R402.2
through R 402.3, Section R403.3.1 (Insulation), Section R404.1 (Lightning equipment) and
Table R 402.6 (Log Home Prescriptive Thermal Envelope Requirements by Component). 2.
Section R405 (Simulated Performance A lternative). 3. R EScheck (U S Department of Energy
Building Codes Program).
12.Add the following as Table R402.6:
13.Delete Section R403.5.3 and replace with the following: R 403.5.3 H ot w ater pipe insulation
(Prescriptive). Insulation for hot w ater piping w ith a thermal resistance, R-value, of not less than
R-3 shall be applied to the follow ing:
a.Piping serving more than one (1) dw elling unit.
b.Piping located outside the conditioned space.
c.Piping located under a floor slab.
d.B uried piping.
e.Supply and return piping in recirculation systems other than demand recirculation
systems.
14.Delete Section R404.1 and replace with the following: R404.1 Lighting equipment
(Mandatory). A minimum of seventy-five percent (75%) of the lamps in permanently installed
lighting fixtures shall be high-efficacy lamps or a minimum of seventy-five percent (75%) of the
permanently installed lighting fixtures shall contain only high efficacy lamps.
15.Delete Section R406.3 and replace with the following: R406.3 Energy Rating Index. The
Energy Rating Index (ERI) shall be determined in accordance w ith RESN ET/IC C 301. Energy
used to recharge or refuel a vehicle used for transportation on roads that are not on the building
site shall not be included in the ERI reference design or the rated design. (3-20-20)T
16.Delete Table R406.4 and replace with the follow ing:
C ity of Rexburg 2018 International E nergy C onservation C ode A mendments
1.An exception to Section R403.3.5 shall be added as follows: Exception: Building-framing
cavities used as ducts or plenums shall comply w ith Section M1601.1.1 (IRC).
SECTION 24: A D OPT ION “15.01.050 A mendments To A dopted Mechanical Code”
of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.01.050 Amendments To Adopted Mechanical C ode (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.01.050 Amendments To Adopted Mechanical C ode(Added)
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R-3 shall be applied to the follow ing:a.Piping serving more than one (1) dw elling unit.b.Piping located outside the conditioned space.c.Piping located under a floor slab.d.B uried piping.e.Supply and return piping in recirculation systems other than demand recirculationsystems.14.Delete Section R404.1 and replace with the following: R404.1 Lighting equipment(Mandatory). A minimum of seventy-five percent (75%) of the lamps in permanently installedlighting fixtures shall be high-efficacy lamps or a minimum of seventy-five percent (75%) of thepermanently installed lighting fixtures shall contain only high efficacy lamps.15.Delete Section R406.3 and replace with the following: R406.3 Energy Rating Index. The
Energy Rating Index (ERI) shall be determined in accordance w ith RESN ET/IC C 301. Energy
used to recharge or refuel a vehicle used for transportation on roads that are not on the building
site shall not be included in the ERI reference design or the rated design. (3-20-20)T
16.Delete Table R406.4 and replace with the follow ing:
C ity of Rexburg 2018 International E nergy C onservation C ode A mendments
1.An exception to Section R403.3.5 shall be added as follows: Exception: Building-framing
cavities used as ducts or plenums shall comply w ith Section M1601.1.1 (IRC).
SECTION 24: A D OPT ION “15.01.050 A mendments To A dopted Mechanical Code”
of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.01.050 Amendments To Adopted Mechanical C ode (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.01.050 Amendments To Adopted Mechanical C ode(Added)
C ity of Rexburg 2018 International Mechanical C ode A mendments
1.Section 103.2 of the International Mechanical Code 2015 2018 Edition, shall be amended to
read as follow s: 103.2 A ppointment. The Code O fficial shall be appointed by the chief
appointing authority of the jurisdiction.
2.Section 109.1 of the International Mechanical Code, 2015 2018 Edition, shall be amended to
read as follow s: 109.1 A pplication for appeal. A person shall have the right to appeal a
decision of the code official to the board of appeals. A n application for appeal shall be based
on a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been
incorrectly interpreted. The application shall be filed on a form obtained from the code official
within tw enty (20) days after the notice was served.
SECTION 25: A D OPT ION “15.01.060 A mendments To A dopted Fuel Gas Code”
of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.01.060 Amendments To Adopted Fuel G as Code (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.01.060 Amendments To Adopted Fuel G as Code(Added)
C ity of Rexburg 2018 International Fuel Gas C ode A mendments
1.Section 103.2 of the International Fuel G as C ode, 2018 Edition, shall be amended to read as
follows: 103.2 Appointment. The code official shall be appointed by the chief appointing
authority of the jurisdiction.
2.Section 109.1 of the International Fuel G as C ode, 2018 Edition, shall be amended to read as
follows: 109.1 Application for appeal. A person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the
code official to the board of appeals. A n application for appeal shall be based on a claim that
the true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder, have been incorrectly
interpreted. The application shall be filed on a form obtained from the code official w ithin
tw enty (20) days after the notice was served.
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C ity of Rexburg 2018 International Mechanical C ode A mendments1.Section 103.2 of the International Mechanical Code 2015 2018 Edition, shall be amended toread as follow s: 103.2 A ppointment. The Code O fficial shall be appointed by the chiefappointing authority of the jurisdiction.2.Section 109.1 of the International Mechanical Code, 2015 2018 Edition, shall be amended toread as follow s: 109.1 A pplication for appeal. A person shall have the right to appeal adecision of the code official to the board of appeals. A n application for appeal shall be basedon a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have beenincorrectly interpreted. The application shall be filed on a form obtained from the code officialwithin tw enty (20) days after the notice was served.
SECTION 25: A D OPT ION “15.01.060 A mendments To A dopted Fuel Gas Code”
of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.01.060 Amendments To Adopted Fuel G as Code (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.01.060 Amendments To Adopted Fuel G as Code(Added)
C ity of Rexburg 2018 International Fuel Gas C ode A mendments
1.Section 103.2 of the International Fuel G as C ode, 2018 Edition, shall be amended to read as
follows: 103.2 Appointment. The code official shall be appointed by the chief appointing
authority of the jurisdiction.
2.Section 109.1 of the International Fuel G as C ode, 2018 Edition, shall be amended to read as
follows: 109.1 Application for appeal. A person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the
code official to the board of appeals. A n application for appeal shall be based on a claim that
the true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder, have been incorrectly
interpreted. The application shall be filed on a form obtained from the code official w ithin
tw enty (20) days after the notice was served.
SECTION 26: A D OPT ION “15.01.070 A mendments To A dopted Plumbing Code”
of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.01.070 Amendments To Adopted Plumbing Code (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.01.070 Amendments To Adopted Plumbing Code(Added)
State of Idaho (IDAPA 07.02.06.16) 2017 Idaho Plumbing C ode A mendments
1.ID A PA Rule 07.02.06.011.16 shall be deleted and replaced with the follow ing language: Pot
sinks, scullery sinks, and dishw ashing sinks, silverware sinks, commercial dishw ashing
machines, silverw are-washing machines, and other similar fixtures shall be connected directly
to the drainage system. A floor drain shall be provided adjacent to the fixture, and the fixture
shall be connected on the sew er side of the floor drain trap, provided that no other drainage
line is connected betw een the floor drain w aste connection and the fixture drain. The fixture
and floor drain shall be trapped and vented as required by this Code.
a.IDAPA Rule 07.02.06.011.20 shall be deleted and replaced with the following
language: Food preparation sinks, pot sinks, scullery sinks, dishw ashing sinks,
silverware sinks, commercial dishwashing machines, silverw are-washing machines,
steam kettles, potato peelers, ice cream dipper w ells, and other similar equipment and
fixtures must be indirectly connected to the drainage system by means of an air gap.
The piping from the equipment to the receptor must not be smaller than the drain on
the unit, but it must not be smaller than one (1) inch (twenty-five and four tenths (25.4)
mm).
C ity of Rexburg 2017 Idaho State Plumbing Code Amendments
1.Chapter 1, Administration. Chapter 1 of the Idaho State Plumbing Code is hereby deleted and
replaced with Chapter 1 of the International Building Code, (2012 Edition).
2.Chapter 3, General Regulations. 313.12.4 Shall be deleted.
3.422.1 shall be amended to read as follow s: “Plumbing fixtures shall be provided for the type of
building occupancy and in the minimum number shown in C hapter 29 of the City’s currently
adopted International B uilding Code, (2018 Edition).”
4.Chapter 6, Water Supply and D istribution. 608.5(7) shall be amended to read as follow s:
“D ischarge from a relief valve into a w ater heater pan shall be allowed, provided that the pan
connection and its drain piping are sized at least one (1) pipe size larger than the outlet of the
relief valve.”
5.Chapter 10, Traps and Interceptors. Table 10-1 shall be amended to change the footnote that is
indicated by an asterisk to read as follow s: “The trap arm lengths of water closets or similar
fixtures w hich depend upon self-siphoning and re-filling of their traps for proper operation
shall be unlimited.”
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SECTION 26: A D OPT ION “15.01.070 A mendments To A dopted Plumbing Code”of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:B E F O R E A D O P T I O N15.01.070 Amendments To Adopted Plumbing Code (Non-existent)A F T E R A D O P T I O N15.01.070 Amendments To Adopted Plumbing Code(Added)
State of Idaho (IDAPA 07.02.06.16) 2017 Idaho Plumbing C ode A mendments
1.ID A PA Rule 07.02.06.011.16 shall be deleted and replaced with the follow ing language: Pot
sinks, scullery sinks, and dishw ashing sinks, silverware sinks, commercial dishw ashing
machines, silverw are-washing machines, and other similar fixtures shall be connected directly
to the drainage system. A floor drain shall be provided adjacent to the fixture, and the fixture
shall be connected on the sew er side of the floor drain trap, provided that no other drainage
line is connected betw een the floor drain w aste connection and the fixture drain. The fixture
and floor drain shall be trapped and vented as required by this Code.
a.IDAPA Rule 07.02.06.011.20 shall be deleted and replaced with the following
language: Food preparation sinks, pot sinks, scullery sinks, dishw ashing sinks,
silverware sinks, commercial dishwashing machines, silverw are-washing machines,
steam kettles, potato peelers, ice cream dipper w ells, and other similar equipment and
fixtures must be indirectly connected to the drainage system by means of an air gap.
The piping from the equipment to the receptor must not be smaller than the drain on
the unit, but it must not be smaller than one (1) inch (twenty-five and four tenths (25.4)
mm).
C ity of Rexburg 2017 Idaho State Plumbing Code Amendments
1.Chapter 1, Administration. Chapter 1 of the Idaho State Plumbing Code is hereby deleted and
replaced with Chapter 1 of the International Building Code, (2012 Edition).
2.Chapter 3, General Regulations. 313.12.4 Shall be deleted.
3.422.1 shall be amended to read as follow s: “Plumbing fixtures shall be provided for the type of
building occupancy and in the minimum number shown in C hapter 29 of the City’s currently
adopted International B uilding Code, (2018 Edition).”
4.Chapter 6, Water Supply and D istribution. 608.5(7) shall be amended to read as follow s:
“D ischarge from a relief valve into a w ater heater pan shall be allowed, provided that the pan
connection and its drain piping are sized at least one (1) pipe size larger than the outlet of the
relief valve.”
5.Chapter 10, Traps and Interceptors. Table 10-1 shall be amended to change the footnote that is
indicated by an asterisk to read as follow s: “The trap arm lengths of water closets or similar
fixtures w hich depend upon self-siphoning and re-filling of their traps for proper operation
shall be unlimited.”
SECTION 27: A MEN DMENT “15.07.010 International Fire Code 2012” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.010 International Fire Code 2012
adopted by reference Ord 1109 §2, 2014.
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.010 International Fire Code 20122018
A dopting 2018 International Fire Code and repealing previously adopted 2012 International Fire Code
by reference Ord 1109 §2, 2014.
SECTION 28: A MEN DMENT “CHAPTER 15.07 IN TERN ATIONA L FIRE
CODE” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
CHAPTER 15.07 INTERN ATIONA L FIRE CODE
N ote to Chapter 15.7: Prior ordinance history: Ords. 654, 672, 689, 718, 784, 828, 873, 918, 933,
997, 1042, 1063, and 1096. Ord. 1063 & 1096 are repealed by Ord. 1109
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
CHAPTER 15.07 INTERN ATIONA L FIRE CODE
N ote to Chapter 15.7: Prior ordinance history: Ords. 654, 672, 689, 718, 784, 828, 873, 918, 933,
997, 1042, 1063, and 1096, and 1109. Ord. 1063 & 10961109 areis repealed by O rdinance. 1109 1240
SECTION 29: A MEN DMENT “15.07.113.2 Schedule O f Permit Fees” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.113.2 Schedule O f Permit Fees
A fee for each permit and repeated false alarms shall be paid as required, in accordance with the
Rexburg Municipal Code; They can be found here (Ord. 1109 §3(K ), 2014).
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SECTION 27: A MEN DMENT “15.07.010 International Fire Code 2012” of theRexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T15.07.010 International Fire Code 2012adopted by reference Ord 1109 §2, 2014.A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.010 International Fire Code 20122018
A dopting 2018 International Fire Code and repealing previously adopted 2012 International Fire Code
by reference Ord 1109 §2, 2014.
SECTION 28: A MEN DMENT “CHAPTER 15.07 IN TERN ATIONA L FIRE
CODE” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
CHAPTER 15.07 INTERN ATIONA L FIRE CODE
N ote to Chapter 15.7: Prior ordinance history: Ords. 654, 672, 689, 718, 784, 828, 873, 918, 933,
997, 1042, 1063, and 1096. Ord. 1063 & 1096 are repealed by Ord. 1109
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
CHAPTER 15.07 INTERN ATIONA L FIRE CODE
N ote to Chapter 15.7: Prior ordinance history: Ords. 654, 672, 689, 718, 784, 828, 873, 918, 933,
997, 1042, 1063, and 1096, and 1109. Ord. 1063 & 10961109 areis repealed by O rdinance. 1109 1240
SECTION 29: A MEN DMENT “15.07.113.2 Schedule O f Permit Fees” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.113.2 Schedule O f Permit Fees
A fee for each permit and repeated false alarms shall be paid as required, in accordance with the
Rexburg Municipal Code; They can be found here (Ord. 1109 §3(K ), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.113.2 Schedule O f Permit Fees
A fee for each permit and repeated nuisance false alarms shall be paid as required, in accordance with
the Rexburg Municipal Codeaster Fee List; It They can be found here (O rd. 1109 §3(K), 2014).
SECTION 30: A MEN DMENT “15.07.503.7.3 Turnouts” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7.3 Turnouts
Where line of sight along a driveway is obstructed by a man-made or natural feature, turnouts shall be
located as may be required by the fire code official to provide for safe passage of vehicles. D riveway
turnouts shall be of an all-weather road surface at least 10 feet w ide and 30 feet long (Ord. 1109
§3(A A ), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7.32.9 Turnouts
Where line of sight along a driveway is obstructed by a man-made or natural feature, turnouts shall be
located as may be required by the fire code official to provide for safe passage of vehicles. D riveway
turnouts shall be of an all-weather road surface at least 10 feet w ide and 30 feet long (Ord. 1109
§3(A A ), 2014).
SECTION 31: A MEN DMENT “15.07 503.7.6 Grade” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07 503.7.6 Grade
The gradient for driveways shall not exceed 10 percent unless approved by the fire code official (O rd.
1109 §3(D D), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07 503.7.62.7 G rade
The gradient for driveways shall not exceed 10 percent unless approved by the fire code official (O rd.
1109 §3(D D), 2014).
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A F T E R A M E N D M E N T15.07.113.2 Schedule O f Permit FeesA fee for each permit and repeated nuisance false alarms shall be paid as required, in accordance withthe Rexburg Municipal Codeaster Fee List; It They can be found here (O rd. 1109 §3(K), 2014).SECTION 30: A MEN DMENT “15.07.503.7.3 Turnouts” of the Rexburg MunicipalCode is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7.3 Turnouts
Where line of sight along a driveway is obstructed by a man-made or natural feature, turnouts shall be
located as may be required by the fire code official to provide for safe passage of vehicles. D riveway
turnouts shall be of an all-weather road surface at least 10 feet w ide and 30 feet long (Ord. 1109
§3(A A ), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7.32.9 Turnouts
Where line of sight along a driveway is obstructed by a man-made or natural feature, turnouts shall be
located as may be required by the fire code official to provide for safe passage of vehicles. D riveway
turnouts shall be of an all-weather road surface at least 10 feet w ide and 30 feet long (Ord. 1109
§3(A A ), 2014).
SECTION 31: A MEN DMENT “15.07 503.7.6 Grade” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07 503.7.6 Grade
The gradient for driveways shall not exceed 10 percent unless approved by the fire code official (O rd.
1109 §3(D D), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07 503.7.62.7 G rade
The gradient for driveways shall not exceed 10 percent unless approved by the fire code official (O rd.
1109 §3(D D), 2014).
SECTION 32: A MEN DMENT “15.07.503.7.8 Surface” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7.8 Surface
D riveways shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of local responding fire
apparatus and shall be surfaced as to provide all weather driving capabilities. Drivew ays shall be
constructed according to the latest version of Idaho Standards for Public Works Construction (O rd.
1109 §3(EE), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7.82.3 Surface
D riveways shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of local responding fire
apparatus and shall be surfaced as to provide all weather driving capabilities. Drivew ays shall be
constructed according to the latest version of Idaho Standards for Public Works Construction (O rd.
1109 §3(EE), 2014).
SECTION 33: A MEN DMENT “15.07 903.3.8 Approved Piping” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07 903.3.8 Approved Piping
A ll piping and fittings four inches or greater shall be ductile iron beginning at a minimum of three feet
from the exterior of the building or structure and continuing through to the appurtenances associated
w ith the fire suppression system. Private fire service mains and their appurtenances shall be tested in
accordance to NFPA 24. (Ord. 1096 §3(PP), 2012)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07 903.3.8 Approved Piping
A ll piping and fittings four inches or greater shall be ductile iron beginning at a minimum of three feet
from the exterior of the building or structure and continuing through to the appurtenances associated
w ith the fire suppression system. Private fire service mains and their appurtenances shall be tested in
accordance to NFPA 24. (Ord. 1096 §3(PP), 2012)
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SECTION 32: A MEN DMENT “15.07.503.7.8 Surface” of the Rexburg MunicipalCode is hereby amended as follows:B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T15.07.503.7.8 SurfaceDriveways shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of local responding fireapparatus and shall be surfaced as to provide all weather driving capabilities. Drivew ays shall beconstructed according to the latest version of Idaho Standards for Public Works Construction (O rd.
1109 §3(EE), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7.82.3 Surface
D riveways shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of local responding fire
apparatus and shall be surfaced as to provide all weather driving capabilities. Drivew ays shall be
constructed according to the latest version of Idaho Standards for Public Works Construction (O rd.
1109 §3(EE), 2014).
SECTION 33: A MEN DMENT “15.07 903.3.8 Approved Piping” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07 903.3.8 Approved Piping
A ll piping and fittings four inches or greater shall be ductile iron beginning at a minimum of three feet
from the exterior of the building or structure and continuing through to the appurtenances associated
w ith the fire suppression system. Private fire service mains and their appurtenances shall be tested in
accordance to NFPA 24. (Ord. 1096 §3(PP), 2012)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07 903.3.8 Approved Piping
A ll piping and fittings four inches or greater shall be ductile iron beginning at a minimum of three feet
from the exterior of the building or structure and continuing through to the appurtenances associated
w ith the fire suppression system. Private fire service mains and their appurtenances shall be tested in
accordance to NFPA 24. (Ord. 1096 §3(PP), 2012)
SECTION 34: A D OPT ION “15.07.903.2.8 Group R A utomatic Sprinkler System
Installation” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.903.2.8 Group R Automatic Sprinkler System Installation (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.903.2.8 Group R Automatic Sprinkler System Installation(Added)
D elete Section 903.2.8 and replace w ith the follow ing:
903.2.8 Group R. A n automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance w ith Section 903.3 shall be
provided throughout all buildings w ith a G roup R fire area. Exceptions:
1.All single family homes and multiple family dw ellings up to tw o (2) units that are physically
separated by ten (10) feet or more of space, to the nearest building, are hereby exempted from
the provisions of the International Fire Code, the International Building Code and the Idaho
Residential Code that require such dw ellings to have automatic fire sprinkler systems installed.
Nothing in this section shall prevent any person from voluntarily installing an automatic fire
sprinkler system in any residential dwelling.
SECTION 35: A MEN DMENT “15.07.D103.3 Turning R adius” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.D103.3 Turning R adius
The minimum turning radius shall not be less than 30 feet and an outside turning radius of not less than
45 feet (Ord. 1109 §3(K K K), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.D103.3 Turning R adius
The minimum turning radius shall not be less than 30 feet and an outside turning radius of not less than
45 feet (Ord. 1109 §3(K K K), 2014).
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SECTION 34: A D OPT ION “15.07.903.2.8 Group R A utomatic Sprinkler SystemInstallation” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:B E F O R E A D O P T I O N15.07.903.2.8 Group R Automatic Sprinkler System Installation (Non-existent)A F T E R A D O P T I O N15.07.903.2.8 Group R Automatic Sprinkler System Installation(Added)
D elete Section 903.2.8 and replace w ith the follow ing:
903.2.8 Group R. A n automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance w ith Section 903.3 shall be
provided throughout all buildings w ith a G roup R fire area. Exceptions:
1.All single family homes and multiple family dw ellings up to tw o (2) units that are physically
separated by ten (10) feet or more of space, to the nearest building, are hereby exempted from
the provisions of the International Fire Code, the International Building Code and the Idaho
Residential Code that require such dw ellings to have automatic fire sprinkler systems installed.
Nothing in this section shall prevent any person from voluntarily installing an automatic fire
sprinkler system in any residential dwelling.
SECTION 35: A MEN DMENT “15.07.D103.3 Turning R adius” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.D103.3 Turning R adius
The minimum turning radius shall not be less than 30 feet and an outside turning radius of not less than
45 feet (Ord. 1109 §3(K K K), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.D103.3 Turning R adius
The minimum turning radius shall not be less than 30 feet and an outside turning radius of not less than
45 feet (Ord. 1109 §3(K K K), 2014).
SECTION 36: A MEN DMENT “15.07.109.3 Violation Penalties” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.109.3 Violation Penalties
Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements
therein or who shall erect, install, alter, repair, or do w ork 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 of not more than $500.00 dollars, or by
imprisonment not exceeding 180 days, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day that a violation
continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offence (Ord. 1109 §3(H ),
2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.109.3 Violation Penalties
Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements
therein or who shall erect, install, alter, repair, or do w ork 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 of not more than $500.00 dollars, or by
imprisonment not exceeding 180 days, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day that a violation
continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offence (Ord. 1109 §3(H ),
2014).
SECTION 37: A D OPT ION “15.07.111.4 Failure To Apply” of the R exburg
Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.111.4 Failure To Apply (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.111.4 Failure To Apply(Added)
D elete entire 111.4 Failure to apply section.
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SECTION 36: A MEN DMENT “15.07.109.3 Violation Penalties” of the RexburgMunicipal Code is hereby amended as follows:B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T15.07.109.3 Violation PenaltiesPersons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirementstherein or who shall erect, install, alter, repair, or do w ork in violation of the approved constructiondocuments 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 of not more than $500.00 dollars, or by
imprisonment not exceeding 180 days, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day that a violation
continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offence (Ord. 1109 §3(H ),
2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.109.3 Violation Penalties
Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements
therein or who shall erect, install, alter, repair, or do w ork 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 of not more than $500.00 dollars, or by
imprisonment not exceeding 180 days, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day that a violation
continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offence (Ord. 1109 §3(H ),
2014).
SECTION 37: A D OPT ION “15.07.111.4 Failure To Apply” of the R exburg
Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.111.4 Failure To Apply (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.111.4 Failure To Apply(Added)
D elete entire 111.4 Failure to apply section.
SECTION 38: A MEN DMENT “15.07.114 Safety System Certification Permit” of
the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby am ended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.114 Safety System C ertification Permit
A ll installations, modifications, required maintenance, or servicing of life-safety systems are to be
performed by an approved licensed business or person(s). A business or person(s) shall obtain a
“Safety System Certification Permit” from the City Clerk’s office to do any w ork in the City of
Rexburg. Permits shall expire one year from the date of issuance unless otherwise noted on the permit.
Fire A larm Contractors shall provide proof of Liability Insurance and proof of having a minimum of a
N ICET Level II certification for fire alarm systems design and N ICET Level I for testing. Fire
Sprinkler C ontractors shall provide proof of Liability Insurance and proof of having a minimum of a
N ICET Level II certification for sprinkler system design, N ICET Level I for testing, and any additional
certifications as required. C ertifications shall be equal to/or the equivalent as specified in N FPA 72
(O rd. 1109 §3(N), 2014)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.114 Safety System C ertification Permit
A ll installations, modifications, required maintenance, or servicing of life-safety systems are to be
performed by an approved licensed business or person(s). A business or person(s) shall obtain a
“Safety System Certification Permit” from the Community Development D epartmentC ity Clerk’s office
to do any w ork in the City of R exburg. Permits shall expire one year from the date of issuance unless
otherw ise noted on the permit. Fire A larm Contractors shall provide proof of Liability Insurance and
proof of having a minimum of a NICET Level III certification for fire alarm systems design and
N ICET Level I for testing and startup. Certifications shall be equal to/or the equivalent as specified in
N FPA 72.
Fire Sprinkler C ontractors shall provide proof of Liability Insurance and proof of having a minimum of
a NICET Level III certification for sprinkler system design, N ICET Level I for testing, and any
additional certifications as required. Certifications shall be equal to/or the equivalent as specified in
N FPA 72 (Ord. 1109 §3(N ), 2014)
SECTION 39: A D OPT ION “15.07.107.1.1 Tags” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is
hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.107.1.1 Tags (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.107.1.1 Tags(Added)
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SECTION 38: A MEN DMENT “15.07.114 Safety System Certification Permit” ofthe Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby am ended as follows:B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T15.07.114 Safety System C ertification PermitAll installations, modifications, required maintenance, or servicing of life-safety systems are to beperformed by an approved licensed business or person(s). A business or person(s) shall obtain a
“Safety System Certification Permit” from the City Clerk’s office to do any w ork in the City of
Rexburg. Permits shall expire one year from the date of issuance unless otherwise noted on the permit.
Fire A larm Contractors shall provide proof of Liability Insurance and proof of having a minimum of a
N ICET Level II certification for fire alarm systems design and N ICET Level I for testing. Fire
Sprinkler C ontractors shall provide proof of Liability Insurance and proof of having a minimum of a
N ICET Level II certification for sprinkler system design, N ICET Level I for testing, and any additional
certifications as required. C ertifications shall be equal to/or the equivalent as specified in N FPA 72
(O rd. 1109 §3(N), 2014)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.114 Safety System C ertification Permit
A ll installations, modifications, required maintenance, or servicing of life-safety systems are to be
performed by an approved licensed business or person(s). A business or person(s) shall obtain a
“Safety System Certification Permit” from the Community Development D epartmentC ity Clerk’s office
to do any w ork in the City of R exburg. Permits shall expire one year from the date of issuance unless
otherw ise noted on the permit. Fire A larm Contractors shall provide proof of Liability Insurance and
proof of having a minimum of a NICET Level III certification for fire alarm systems design and
N ICET Level I for testing and startup. Certifications shall be equal to/or the equivalent as specified in
N FPA 72.
Fire Sprinkler C ontractors shall provide proof of Liability Insurance and proof of having a minimum of
a NICET Level III certification for sprinkler system design, N ICET Level I for testing, and any
additional certifications as required. Certifications shall be equal to/or the equivalent as specified in
N FPA 72 (Ord. 1109 §3(N ), 2014)
SECTION 39: A D OPT ION “15.07.107.1.1 Tags” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is
hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.107.1.1 Tags (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.107.1.1 Tags(Added)
Tags for maintenance of fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, and fire alarm systems are
required to be obtained from the Community D evelopment Department for use in the City of Rexburg.
SECTION 40: A D OPT ION “15.07.501.3 Construction D ocuments” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.501.3 Construction Documents (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.501.3 Construction Documents(Added)
Construction documents for proposed driveways, fire apparatus access, location of fire lanes, security
gates across fire apparatus access and construction documents and hydraulic calculations for fire
hydrant systems shall be submitted the fire department for review and approval prior to construction.
SECTION 41: A MEN DMENT “15.07.502.1 Drivew ay” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.502.1 Drivew ay
A drivew ay is a vehicular ingress and egress route that serves no more than five (5) single family
dwellings, not including accessory structures (Ord. 1109 §3(T), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.502.1 Drivew ayA dded Definitions
A drivew ayD rivew ay: is a vehicular ingress and egress route that serves no more than five (5) single
family dwellings, not including accessory structures (O rd. 1109 §3(T), 2014).
Fire Station: A building or portion of a building that provides, at a minimum, all weather protection for
fire apparatus. Temperatures inside the building used for this purpose must be maintained at above
thirty-tw o (32) degrees Fahrenheit.
SECTION 42: A MEN DMENT “15.07.503 Fire A pparatus A ccess R oads And
D riveways” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby am ended as follows:
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Tags for maintenance of fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, and fire alarm systems arerequired to be obtained from the Community D evelopment Department for use in the City of Rexburg.SECTION 40: A D OPT ION “15.07.501.3 Construction D ocuments” of the RexburgMunicipal Code is hereby added as follow s:B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.501.3 Construction Documents (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.501.3 Construction Documents(Added)
Construction documents for proposed driveways, fire apparatus access, location of fire lanes, security
gates across fire apparatus access and construction documents and hydraulic calculations for fire
hydrant systems shall be submitted the fire department for review and approval prior to construction.
SECTION 41: A MEN DMENT “15.07.502.1 Drivew ay” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.502.1 Drivew ay
A drivew ay is a vehicular ingress and egress route that serves no more than five (5) single family
dwellings, not including accessory structures (Ord. 1109 §3(T), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.502.1 Drivew ayA dded Definitions
A drivew ayD rivew ay: is a vehicular ingress and egress route that serves no more than five (5) single
family dwellings, not including accessory structures (O rd. 1109 §3(T), 2014).
Fire Station: A building or portion of a building that provides, at a minimum, all weather protection for
fire apparatus. Temperatures inside the building used for this purpose must be maintained at above
thirty-tw o (32) degrees Fahrenheit.
SECTION 42: A MEN DMENT “15.07.503 Fire A pparatus A ccess R oads And
D riveways” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby am ended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503 Fire A pparatus Access R oads And D riveways
For additional information on this section please see Ord. 1109 §3(U ), 2014
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503 Fire A pparatus Access R oads.1.1 Building And Drivew aysFacilities
A pproved fire apparatus access roads shall be provided for every facility, building or portion of a
building hereafter constructed or move into or w ithin the jurisdiction. The fire apparatus access road
shall comply w ith the requirements of this section and shall extend to w ithin 150 feet of all portions of
the facility and all portions of the exterior walls of the first story of the building as measured by an
approved route around the exterior of the building or facility. Drivew ays shall be provided and
maintained in accordance with Sections 503.7 through 503.11
For additional information on this section please see Ord. 1109 §3(U ), 2014
SECTION 43: A D OPT ION “15.07.503.7.7 Security G ates” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.503.7.7 Security Gates (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.503.7.7 Security Gates(Added)
Where security gates are installed, they shall have an approved means of emergency operation. The
security gates and emergency operation shall be maintained operational at all times.
SECTION 44: A MEN DMENT “15.07.505.3 Multi-Family D welling Address” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.505.3 Multi-Family D welling Address
When individual apartment, condominium, or town house structures w ithin a common complex are
designated w ith separate addresses, individual unit numbers shall be assigned so there is no duplication
of unit designations w ithin a building. The first floor shall be 100 series, second floor 200 series and so
on for each successive floor. Basements shall be 10 series if the next higher floor is designated the first
floor, or basements shall be designated 100 series if the next level is called the second floor.
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B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T15.07.503 Fire A pparatus Access R oads And D rivewaysFor additional information on this section please see Ord. 1109 §3(U ), 2014AFTER A M E N D M E N T15.07.503 Fire A pparatus Access R oads.1.1 Building And Drivew aysFacilitiesApproved fire apparatus access roads shall be provided for every facility, building or portion of a
building hereafter constructed or move into or w ithin the jurisdiction. The fire apparatus access road
shall comply w ith the requirements of this section and shall extend to w ithin 150 feet of all portions of
the facility and all portions of the exterior walls of the first story of the building as measured by an
approved route around the exterior of the building or facility. Drivew ays shall be provided and
maintained in accordance with Sections 503.7 through 503.11
For additional information on this section please see Ord. 1109 §3(U ), 2014
SECTION 43: A D OPT ION “15.07.503.7.7 Security G ates” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.503.7.7 Security Gates (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.503.7.7 Security Gates(Added)
Where security gates are installed, they shall have an approved means of emergency operation. The
security gates and emergency operation shall be maintained operational at all times.
SECTION 44: A MEN DMENT “15.07.505.3 Multi-Family D welling Address” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.505.3 Multi-Family D welling Address
When individual apartment, condominium, or town house structures w ithin a common complex are
designated w ith separate addresses, individual unit numbers shall be assigned so there is no duplication
of unit designations w ithin a building. The first floor shall be 100 series, second floor 200 series and so
on for each successive floor. Basements shall be 10 series if the next higher floor is designated the first
floor, or basements shall be designated 100 series if the next level is called the second floor.
When apartment, condominium, or tow n house complexes (more than one structure) have been
assigned one address, each individual building shall also be assigned a number. The building number
shall be posted in a conspicuous location with the number being a minimum of tw elve (12) inches in
height in a contrasting color to the background. Unit or apartment numbers shall then be assigned in the
10, 100, 200, 300, etc. series per floor as identified in paragraph a. of this section (O rd. 1109 §3(Q),
2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.505.3 Multi-Family D welling Address
1.When individual apartment, condominium, or town house structures within a common
complex are designated with separate addresses, individual unit numbers shall be assigned so
there is no duplication of unit designations w ithin a building. The first floor shall be 100 series,
second floor 200 series and so on for each successive floor. Basements shall be 10 series if the
next higher floor is designated the first floor, or basements shall be designated 100 series if the
next level is called the second floor.
2.When apartment, condominium, or town house complexes (more than one structure) have been
assigned one address, each individual building shall also be assigned a number. The building
number shall be posted in a conspicuous location w ith the number being a minimum of twelve
(12) inches in height in a contrasting color to the background. Unit or apartment numbers shall
then be assigned in the 10, 100, 200, 300, etc. series per floor as identified in paragraph a. of
this section (O rd. 1109 §3(Q), 2014).
SECTION 45: A MEN DMENT “15.07.506.1 Knox Box Location” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.506.1 Knox Box Location
Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where
immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire code official is
authorized to require a K nox Box® (s) to be installed in approved locations. The Knox Box®(s) shall
contain keys, cards, or codes to gain necessary access and operate life safety equipment as required by
the fire code official. All new ly constructed structures subject to this section shall have the K nox
Box®(s) installed and containing the required keys prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit.
Locations shall include:
For a complete list of what these locations include please see Ord. 1109 §3(K K ), 2014.
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.506.1 Knox Box Location
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When apartment, condominium, or tow n house complexes (more than one structure) have beenassigned one address, each individual building shall also be assigned a number. The building numbershall be posted in a conspicuous location with the number being a minimum of tw elve (12) inches inheight in a contrasting color to the background. Unit or apartment numbers shall then be assigned in the10, 100, 200, 300, etc. series per floor as identified in paragraph a. of this section (O rd. 1109 §3(Q),2014).A F T E R A M E N D M E N T15.07.505.3 Multi-Family D welling Address
1.When individual apartment, condominium, or town house structures within a common
complex are designated with separate addresses, individual unit numbers shall be assigned so
there is no duplication of unit designations w ithin a building. The first floor shall be 100 series,
second floor 200 series and so on for each successive floor. Basements shall be 10 series if the
next higher floor is designated the first floor, or basements shall be designated 100 series if the
next level is called the second floor.
2.When apartment, condominium, or town house complexes (more than one structure) have been
assigned one address, each individual building shall also be assigned a number. The building
number shall be posted in a conspicuous location w ith the number being a minimum of twelve
(12) inches in height in a contrasting color to the background. Unit or apartment numbers shall
then be assigned in the 10, 100, 200, 300, etc. series per floor as identified in paragraph a. of
this section (O rd. 1109 §3(Q), 2014).
SECTION 45: A MEN DMENT “15.07.506.1 Knox Box Location” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.506.1 Knox Box Location
Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where
immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire code official is
authorized to require a K nox Box® (s) to be installed in approved locations. The Knox Box®(s) shall
contain keys, cards, or codes to gain necessary access and operate life safety equipment as required by
the fire code official. All new ly constructed structures subject to this section shall have the K nox
Box®(s) installed and containing the required keys prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit.
Locations shall include:
For a complete list of what these locations include please see Ord. 1109 §3(K K ), 2014.
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.506.1 Knox Box Location
Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where
immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire code official is
authorized to require a K nox Box® (s) to be installed in approved locations. The Knox Box®(s) shall
contain keys, cards, or codes to gain necessary access and operate life safety equipment as required by
the fire code official. All new ly constructed structures subject to this section shall have the K nox
Box®(s) installed and containing the required keys prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit.
Locations shall include:
1.Commercial, industrial, or educational structures protected by an automatic alarm system or
automatic suppression system, or such structures that are secured in a manner that restricts
access during an emergency;
2.Multi-family residential structures that have restricted access through locked doors and have a
common corridor for access to the dw elling units;
3.Governmental structures and nursing care facilities;
4.Buildings and structures w ith 20,000 square feet or more shall have a minimum of tw o (2)
Knox Box®(s).
For a complete list of what these locations include please see Ord. 1109 §3(K K ), 2014.
SECTION 46: A MEN DMENT “15.07 507.2 Type O f Water Supply” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07 507.2 Type O f Water Supply
A w ater supply shall consist of w ater delivered by fire apparatus, reservoirs, pressure tanks, elevated
tanks, water mains, or other sources capable of providing the required fire flow as approved by the fire
code official. N o exceptions allowed (O rd. 1109 §3(LL), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07 507.2 Type O f Water Supply
A w ater supply shall consist of w ater delivered by fire apparatus, reservoirs, pressure tanks, elevated
tanks, water mains, or other sources capable of providing the required fire flow as approved by the fire
code official. N o exceptions allowed. Water supply shall consist of w ater delivered by fire apparatus,
reservoirs, pressure tanks, elevated tanks, water mains or other sources approved by the fire code
official capable of providing the required fire flow.
(O rd. 1109 §3(LL), 2014).
SECTION 47: A D OPT ION “15.07.507.3 Water Service Connections” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
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Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or whereimmediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire code official isauthorized to require a K nox Box® (s) to be installed in approved locations. The Knox Box®(s) shallcontain keys, cards, or codes to gain necessary access and operate life safety equipment as required bythe fire code official. All new ly constructed structures subject to this section shall have the K noxBox®(s) installed and containing the required keys prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit.Locations shall include:1.Commercial, industrial, or educational structures protected by an automatic alarm system or
automatic suppression system, or such structures that are secured in a manner that restricts
access during an emergency;
2.Multi-family residential structures that have restricted access through locked doors and have a
common corridor for access to the dw elling units;
3.Governmental structures and nursing care facilities;
4.Buildings and structures w ith 20,000 square feet or more shall have a minimum of tw o (2)
Knox Box®(s).
For a complete list of what these locations include please see Ord. 1109 §3(K K ), 2014.
SECTION 46: A MEN DMENT “15.07 507.2 Type O f Water Supply” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07 507.2 Type O f Water Supply
A w ater supply shall consist of w ater delivered by fire apparatus, reservoirs, pressure tanks, elevated
tanks, water mains, or other sources capable of providing the required fire flow as approved by the fire
code official. N o exceptions allowed (O rd. 1109 §3(LL), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07 507.2 Type O f Water Supply
A w ater supply shall consist of w ater delivered by fire apparatus, reservoirs, pressure tanks, elevated
tanks, water mains, or other sources capable of providing the required fire flow as approved by the fire
code official. N o exceptions allowed. Water supply shall consist of w ater delivered by fire apparatus,
reservoirs, pressure tanks, elevated tanks, water mains or other sources approved by the fire code
official capable of providing the required fire flow.
(O rd. 1109 §3(LL), 2014).
SECTION 47: A D OPT ION “15.07.507.3 Water Service Connections” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.507.3 Water Service Connections (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.507.3 Water Service Connections(Added)
A ll water service connections that are metered in a building or structure shall have a valve located
outside of the building or structure for shutting off service in the case of an emergency. The valve shall
be installed in an approved location at the time of construction. If the w ater service connection supplies
the fire suppression system and the valve is located outside of the city right-of-w ay, the valve shall be
installed adjacent to the fire lane. The valve shall be a monitored post indicator valve, or a similar valve
that is acceptable to the Fire Code Official.
SECTION 48: A MEN DMENT “15.07.507.5 Fire Hydrant Systems” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.507.5 Fire Hydrant Systems
Fire hydrants shall not be installed closer than forty (40) feet and/or at access points to buildings. In
such areas of the city where forty (40) feet is an impractical distance, the code official may allow a
lesser distance. A ccess to hydrants adjacent to properties must be approved by the fire code official
(O rd. 1109 §3(PP), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.507.5 Fire Hydrant Systems
Fire hydrants shall not be installed closer than forty (40) feet and/or at access points to buildings. In
such areas of the city where forty (40) feet is an impractical distance, the code official may allow a
lesser distance. A ccess to hydrants adjacent to properties must be approved by the fire code official
(O rd. 1109 §3(PP), 2014). Fire hydrant systems shall comply with sections 507.5.1 through 507.5.8.
SECTION 49: A D OPT ION “15.07.507.5.4 Pipe H ashed Parking Spaces” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.507.5.4 Pipe Hashed Parking Spaces (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
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15.07.507.3 Water Service Connections (Non-existent)A F T E R A D O P T I O N15.07.507.3 Water Service Connections(Added)A ll water service connections that are metered in a building or structure shall have a valve locatedoutside of the building or structure for shutting off service in the case of an emergency. The valve shallbe installed in an approved location at the time of construction. If the w ater service connection supplies
the fire suppression system and the valve is located outside of the city right-of-w ay, the valve shall be
installed adjacent to the fire lane. The valve shall be a monitored post indicator valve, or a similar valve
that is acceptable to the Fire Code Official.
SECTION 48: A MEN DMENT “15.07.507.5 Fire Hydrant Systems” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.507.5 Fire Hydrant Systems
Fire hydrants shall not be installed closer than forty (40) feet and/or at access points to buildings. In
such areas of the city where forty (40) feet is an impractical distance, the code official may allow a
lesser distance. A ccess to hydrants adjacent to properties must be approved by the fire code official
(O rd. 1109 §3(PP), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.507.5 Fire Hydrant Systems
Fire hydrants shall not be installed closer than forty (40) feet and/or at access points to buildings. In
such areas of the city where forty (40) feet is an impractical distance, the code official may allow a
lesser distance. A ccess to hydrants adjacent to properties must be approved by the fire code official
(O rd. 1109 §3(PP), 2014). Fire hydrant systems shall comply with sections 507.5.1 through 507.5.8.
SECTION 49: A D OPT ION “15.07.507.5.4 Pipe H ashed Parking Spaces” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.507.5.4 Pipe Hashed Parking Spaces (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.507.5.4 Pipe Hashed Parking Spaces(Added)
Pipe hashed parking spaces shall be 5 feet (5') w here Fire Code O fficial determines needed.
SECTION 50: A MEN DMENT “15.07.903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R Sprinkler Systems” of
the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby am ended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.903.3.1.2 N FPA 13R Sprinkler Systems
Where allow ed in buildings of G roup R, with three (3) to tw elve (12) dw elling units, automatic
sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout in accordance with N FPA 13R or N FPA 13 (O rd. 1109
§3(SS), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.903.3.1.2 N FPA 13R Sprinkler Systems
Where allow ed in buildings of G roup R, with three (3) to tw elve (12) dw elling units, automatic
sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout in accordance with N FPA 13R or N FPA 13 (O rd. 1109
§3(SS), 2014).
SECTION 51: A MEN DMENT “15.07 903.3.7 Fire Department Connections” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07 903.3.7 Fire Department Connections
The location of fire department connections (FD C) shall be w ithin 150 feet of a hydrant and adjacent to
the fire apparatus access road. The FDC shall include clappers. (O rd. 1096 §3(OO ), 2012)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07 903.3.7 Fire Department Connections
The location of fire department connections (FD C) shall be w ithin 150 feet of a hydrant and adjacent to
the fire apparatus access road, installed with clappers, and be 2 1/2" NH. The FDC shall include
clappers. (Ord. 1096 §3(O O ), 2012)
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15.07.507.5.4 Pipe Hashed Parking Spaces(Added)Pipe hashed parking spaces shall be 5 feet (5') w here Fire Code O fficial determines needed. SECTION 50: A MEN DMENT “15.07.903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R Sprinkler Systems” ofthe Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby am ended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.903.3.1.2 N FPA 13R Sprinkler Systems
Where allow ed in buildings of G roup R, with three (3) to tw elve (12) dw elling units, automatic
sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout in accordance with N FPA 13R or N FPA 13 (O rd. 1109
§3(SS), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.903.3.1.2 N FPA 13R Sprinkler Systems
Where allow ed in buildings of G roup R, with three (3) to tw elve (12) dw elling units, automatic
sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout in accordance with N FPA 13R or N FPA 13 (O rd. 1109
§3(SS), 2014).
SECTION 51: A MEN DMENT “15.07 903.3.7 Fire Department Connections” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07 903.3.7 Fire Department Connections
The location of fire department connections (FD C) shall be w ithin 150 feet of a hydrant and adjacent to
the fire apparatus access road. The FDC shall include clappers. (O rd. 1096 §3(OO ), 2012)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07 903.3.7 Fire Department Connections
The location of fire department connections (FD C) shall be w ithin 150 feet of a hydrant and adjacent to
the fire apparatus access road, installed with clappers, and be 2 1/2" NH. The FDC shall include
clappers. (Ord. 1096 §3(O O ), 2012)
SECTION 52: A MEN DMENT “15.07 907.1 General” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07 907.1 General
This section covers the application, installation, performance, and maintenance of fire alarm systems
and their components in new and existing buildings and structures. The requirements of Section 907.2
are applicable to new buildings and structures. The requirements of Section 907.3 are applicable to
existing buildings and structures. N o partial fire alarm and detection systems shall be allow ed (Ord.
1109 §3(ZZ)(part), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07 907.1 General
This section covers the application, installation, performance, and maintenance of fire alarm systems
and their components in new and existing buildings and structures. The requirements of Section 907.2
are applicable to new buildings and structures. The requirements of Section 907.93 are applicable to
existing buildings and structures. When fire alarm systems not required by the International Fire C ode
are installed, the notification devices shall meet the minimum design and installation requirements for
systems which are required by this code.
N o partial fire alarm and detection systems shall be allow ed (Ord. 1109 §3(ZZ)(part), 2014).
SECTION 53: A MEN DMENT “15.07.D105.3 Proximity To Building” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.D105.3 Proximity To Building
Buildings or structures of four stories or less shall have at least one of the required access routes located
w ithin a minimum of 15 feet and maximum of 45 feet from the building, and shall be positioned
parallel to one entire side of the building. Buildings or structures greater than four stories shall have at
least one of the required access routes located within a minimum of 15 feet and maximum of 30 feet
from the building, and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. (O rd. 1109
§3(MMM), 2014)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.D105.3 Proximity To Building
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SECTION 52: A MEN DMENT “15.07 907.1 General” of the Rexburg MunicipalCode is hereby amended as follows:B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T15.07 907.1 General
This section covers the application, installation, performance, and maintenance of fire alarm systems
and their components in new and existing buildings and structures. The requirements of Section 907.2
are applicable to new buildings and structures. The requirements of Section 907.3 are applicable to
existing buildings and structures. N o partial fire alarm and detection systems shall be allow ed (Ord.
1109 §3(ZZ)(part), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07 907.1 General
This section covers the application, installation, performance, and maintenance of fire alarm systems
and their components in new and existing buildings and structures. The requirements of Section 907.2
are applicable to new buildings and structures. The requirements of Section 907.93 are applicable to
existing buildings and structures. When fire alarm systems not required by the International Fire C ode
are installed, the notification devices shall meet the minimum design and installation requirements for
systems which are required by this code.
N o partial fire alarm and detection systems shall be allow ed (Ord. 1109 §3(ZZ)(part), 2014).
SECTION 53: A MEN DMENT “15.07.D105.3 Proximity To Building” of the
Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.D105.3 Proximity To Building
Buildings or structures of four stories or less shall have at least one of the required access routes located
w ithin a minimum of 15 feet and maximum of 45 feet from the building, and shall be positioned
parallel to one entire side of the building. Buildings or structures greater than four stories shall have at
least one of the required access routes located within a minimum of 15 feet and maximum of 30 feet
from the building, and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. (O rd. 1109
§3(MMM), 2014)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.D105.3 Proximity To Building
Buildings or structures of four stories or less shall have at least one of the required access routes located
w ithin a minimum of 15 feet and maximum of 45 feet from the building, and shall be positioned
parallel to one entire side of the building. Buildings or structures greater than four stories shall have at
least one of the required access routes located within a minimum of 15 feet and maximum of 30 feet
from the building, and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. The side of the
building of w hich the aerial fire apparatus access road is positioned shall be approved by the fire code
official.
(O rd. 1109 §3(MMM), 2014)
SECTION 54: A MEN DMENT “15.01.130 Fees” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is
hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.01.130 Fees
That building permit fees and other inspection fees not identified in Section 15.01.020 above, shall be
collected at time of Building Permit issuance and shall be as identified by Table 1A of the 1997
U niform Building Code. (Ord. 1059 §3, 2010)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.01.130 Fees
That building permit fees and other inspection fees not identified in Section 15.01.020Chapter 15.1
Building Codes above, shall be collected at time of Building Permit issuance and shall be as identified
by Table 1A of the 1997 U niform B uilding Code. (O rd. 1059 §3, 2010)
SECTION 55: A MEN DMENT “15.01.140 Severability” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.01.140 Severability
That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is, for any reason, held to
be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the
ordinance. The Rexburg City C ouncil hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and
each section, subsection, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections,
subsections, sentences, clauses and phrases be declared unconstitutional. (O rd. 1059 §5, 2010.) That
nothing in this ordinance or in the B uilding Code hereby adopted shall be construed to affect any suit
or proceeding impending in any court, or any rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any cause or
causes of action acquired or existing, under any act or ordinance hereby repealed as cited in Section
15.01.020 of this ordinance: nor shall any just or legal right or remedy of any character lost, impaired
or affected by this ordinance. (Ord. 1059 §6, 2010.)
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Buildings or structures of four stories or less shall have at least one of the required access routes locatedwithin a minimum of 15 feet and maximum of 45 feet from the building, and shall be positionedparallel to one entire side of the building. Buildings or structures greater than four stories shall have atleast one of the required access routes located within a minimum of 15 feet and maximum of 30 feetfrom the building, and shall be positioned parallel to one entire side of the building. The side of thebuilding of w hich the aerial fire apparatus access road is positioned shall be approved by the fire codeofficial. (O rd. 1109 §3(MMM), 2014)
SECTION 54: A MEN DMENT “15.01.130 Fees” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is
hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.01.130 Fees
That building permit fees and other inspection fees not identified in Section 15.01.020 above, shall be
collected at time of Building Permit issuance and shall be as identified by Table 1A of the 1997
U niform Building Code. (Ord. 1059 §3, 2010)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.01.130 Fees
That building permit fees and other inspection fees not identified in Section 15.01.020Chapter 15.1
Building Codes above, shall be collected at time of Building Permit issuance and shall be as identified
by Table 1A of the 1997 U niform B uilding Code. (O rd. 1059 §3, 2010)
SECTION 55: A MEN DMENT “15.01.140 Severability” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.01.140 Severability
That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is, for any reason, held to
be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the
ordinance. The Rexburg City C ouncil hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and
each section, subsection, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections,
subsections, sentences, clauses and phrases be declared unconstitutional. (O rd. 1059 §5, 2010.) That
nothing in this ordinance or in the B uilding Code hereby adopted shall be construed to affect any suit
or proceeding impending in any court, or any rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any cause or
causes of action acquired or existing, under any act or ordinance hereby repealed as cited in Section
15.01.020 of this ordinance: nor shall any just or legal right or remedy of any character lost, impaired
or affected by this ordinance. (Ord. 1059 §6, 2010.)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.01.140 Severability
That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is, for any reason, held to
be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the
ordinance. The Rexburg City C ouncil hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and
each section, subsection, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections,
subsections, sentences, clauses and phrases be declared unconstitutional. (O rd. 1059 §5, 2010.) That
nothing in this ordinance or in the B uilding Code hereby adopted shall be construed to affect any suit
or proceeding impending in any court, or any rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any cause or
causes of action acquired or existing, under any act or ordinance hereby repealed as cited in Section
15.01.020 through Section 15.01.070 of this ordinance: nor shall any just or legal right or remedy of
any character lost, impaired or affected by this ordinance. (Ord. 1059 §6, 2010.)
SECTION 56: A MEN DMENT “15.07.507.5.7 Fire Hydrant Distance From
Buildings” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.507.5.7 Fire Hydrant Distance From Buildings
Fire hydrants shall not be installed closer than forty (40) feet and/or at access points to buildings. In
such areas of the city where forty (40) feet is an impractical distance, the code official may allow a
lesser distance. A ccess to hydrants adjacent to properties must be approved by the fire code official
(O rd. 1109 §3(PP), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.507.5.7 Fire Hydrant Distance From Buildings
Fire hydrants shall not be installed closer than forty (40) feet and/or at access points to buildings. In
such areas of the city where forty (40) feet is an impractical distance, the code official may allow a
lesser distance. A ccess to hydrants not adjacent to a building or structure's fire lane must be approved
by the fire code official properties must be approved by the fire code official (O rd. 1109 §3(PP), 2014).
SECTION 57: A MEN DMENT “15.07.503.7 Drivew ays” of the R exburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7 Drivew ays
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A F T E R A M E N D M E N T15.01.140 SeverabilityThat if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is, for any reason, held tobe unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of theordinance. The Rexburg City C ouncil hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, andeach section, subsection, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections,subsections, sentences, clauses and phrases be declared unconstitutional. (O rd. 1059 §5, 2010.) That
nothing in this ordinance or in the B uilding Code hereby adopted shall be construed to affect any suit
or proceeding impending in any court, or any rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any cause or
causes of action acquired or existing, under any act or ordinance hereby repealed as cited in Section
15.01.020 through Section 15.01.070 of this ordinance: nor shall any just or legal right or remedy of
any character lost, impaired or affected by this ordinance. (Ord. 1059 §6, 2010.)
SECTION 56: A MEN DMENT “15.07.507.5.7 Fire Hydrant Distance From
Buildings” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby amended as follow s:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.507.5.7 Fire Hydrant Distance From Buildings
Fire hydrants shall not be installed closer than forty (40) feet and/or at access points to buildings. In
such areas of the city where forty (40) feet is an impractical distance, the code official may allow a
lesser distance. A ccess to hydrants adjacent to properties must be approved by the fire code official
(O rd. 1109 §3(PP), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.507.5.7 Fire Hydrant Distance From Buildings
Fire hydrants shall not be installed closer than forty (40) feet and/or at access points to buildings. In
such areas of the city where forty (40) feet is an impractical distance, the code official may allow a
lesser distance. A ccess to hydrants not adjacent to a building or structure's fire lane must be approved
by the fire code official properties must be approved by the fire code official (O rd. 1109 §3(PP), 2014).
SECTION 57: A MEN DMENT “15.07.503.7 Drivew ays” of the R exburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7 Drivew ays
D riveways shall be provided w hen any portion of an exterior wall of the first story of a building is
located more than 150 feet from a fire apparatus access road. Drivew ays shall provide a minimum
unobstructed w idth of 12 feet and minimum unobstructed height of 13 feet 6 inches. D riveways in
excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with turnarounds. D riveways in excess of 200 feet in
length and 20 feet in width may require turnouts in addition to a turnaround (Ord. 1109 §3(Y ), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.503.7 Drivew ays2 Specifications
D riveways shall be provided w hen any portion of an exterior wall of the first story of a building is
located more than 150 feet from a fire apparatus access road. Drivew ays shall provide a minimum
unobstructed w idth of 12 feet and minimum unobstructed height of 13 feet 6 inches. D riveways in
excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with turnarounds. D riveways in excess of 200 feet in
length and 20 feet in width may require turnouts in addition to a turnaround (Ord. 1109 §3(Y ), 2014).
For more information on driveway specifications, see the City of R exburg currently adopted
International Fire Code sections 503.2.1 through 503.2.8.
SECTION 58: A D OPT ION “15.07.904.1.1 Certification Of Service Personnel For
Fire-Extinguishing Equipment” of the R exburg Municipal C ode is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.904.1.1 Certification O f Service Personnel For Fire-Extinguishing Equipment (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.904.1.1 Certification O f Service Personnel For Fire-Extinguishing Equipment(Added)
If required by the authority having jurisdiction, service personnel providing or conducting maintenance
on automatic fire-extinguishing systems, other than automatic sprinkler systems, shall possess a valid
certificate issued by an approved governmental agency, or other approved organization for the type of
system and w ork performed.
SECTION 59: A D OPT ION “15.07.906.2.1 Certification Of Service Personnel For
Portable Fire” of the R exburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.906.2.1 Certification O f Service Personnel For Portable Fire (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
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D riveways shall be provided w hen any portion of an exterior wall of the first story of a building islocated more than 150 feet from a fire apparatus access road. Drivew ays shall provide a minimumunobstructed w idth of 12 feet and minimum unobstructed height of 13 feet 6 inches. D riveways inexcess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with turnarounds. D riveways in excess of 200 feet inlength and 20 feet in width may require turnouts in addition to a turnaround (Ord. 1109 §3(Y ), 2014).A F T E R A M E N D M E N T15.07.503.7 Drivew ays2 Specifications
D riveways shall be provided w hen any portion of an exterior wall of the first story of a building is
located more than 150 feet from a fire apparatus access road. Drivew ays shall provide a minimum
unobstructed w idth of 12 feet and minimum unobstructed height of 13 feet 6 inches. D riveways in
excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with turnarounds. D riveways in excess of 200 feet in
length and 20 feet in width may require turnouts in addition to a turnaround (Ord. 1109 §3(Y ), 2014).
For more information on driveway specifications, see the City of R exburg currently adopted
International Fire Code sections 503.2.1 through 503.2.8.
SECTION 58: A D OPT ION “15.07.904.1.1 Certification Of Service Personnel For
Fire-Extinguishing Equipment” of the R exburg Municipal C ode is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.904.1.1 Certification O f Service Personnel For Fire-Extinguishing Equipment (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.904.1.1 Certification O f Service Personnel For Fire-Extinguishing Equipment(Added)
If required by the authority having jurisdiction, service personnel providing or conducting maintenance
on automatic fire-extinguishing systems, other than automatic sprinkler systems, shall possess a valid
certificate issued by an approved governmental agency, or other approved organization for the type of
system and w ork performed.
SECTION 59: A D OPT ION “15.07.906.2.1 Certification Of Service Personnel For
Portable Fire” of the R exburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.906.2.1 Certification O f Service Personnel For Portable Fire (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.906.2.1 Certification O f Service Personnel For Portable Fire(Added)
Service personnel providing or conducting maintenance on portable fire extinguishers shall possess a
valid certificate issued by an approved governmental agency. Or other approved organization for the
type of w ork performed.
SECTION 60: A MEN DMENT “15.07.907.7.1 Wiring” of the R exburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.907.7.1 Wiring
Wiring shall comply w ith the requirements of NFPA 70 and N FPA 72. Wireless protection systems
utilizing radio-frequency transmitting devices shall comply with the special requirements of supervision
of low -pow er w ireless systems in N FPA 72. A ll w iring not installed in conduit shall be installed with
approved hangers or protective devices. A ll hangers or protective devices must meet the approval of
the fire code official (Ord. 1109 §3(A A A), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.907.76.1 Wiring
Wiring shall comply w ith the requirements of NFPA 70 and N FPA 72. Wireless protection systems
utilizing radio-frequency transmitting devices shall comply with the special requirements of supervision
of low -pow er w ireless systems in N FPA 72. A ll w iring not installed in conduit shall be installed with
approved hangers or protective devices. A ll hangers or protective devices must meet the approval of
the fire code official (Ord. 1109 §3(A A A), 2014).
SECTION 61: A D OPT ION “15.07.1011.12 Stairw ay To Roof” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.1011.12 Stairway To Roof (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.1011.12 Stairway To Roof(Added)
In buildings four or more stories above grade plane, one stairw ay shall extend to the roof surface unless
the roof has a slope steeper than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent slope).
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15.07.906.2.1 Certification O f Service Personnel For Portable Fire(Added)Service personnel providing or conducting maintenance on portable fire extinguishers shall possess avalid certificate issued by an approved governmental agency. Or other approved organization for thetype of w ork performed.
SECTION 60: A MEN DMENT “15.07.907.7.1 Wiring” of the R exburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.907.7.1 Wiring
Wiring shall comply w ith the requirements of NFPA 70 and N FPA 72. Wireless protection systems
utilizing radio-frequency transmitting devices shall comply with the special requirements of supervision
of low -pow er w ireless systems in N FPA 72. A ll w iring not installed in conduit shall be installed with
approved hangers or protective devices. A ll hangers or protective devices must meet the approval of
the fire code official (Ord. 1109 §3(A A A), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.907.76.1 Wiring
Wiring shall comply w ith the requirements of NFPA 70 and N FPA 72. Wireless protection systems
utilizing radio-frequency transmitting devices shall comply with the special requirements of supervision
of low -pow er w ireless systems in N FPA 72. A ll w iring not installed in conduit shall be installed with
approved hangers or protective devices. A ll hangers or protective devices must meet the approval of
the fire code official (Ord. 1109 §3(A A A), 2014).
SECTION 61: A D OPT ION “15.07.1011.12 Stairw ay To Roof” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.1011.12 Stairway To Roof (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.1011.12 Stairway To Roof(Added)
In buildings four or more stories above grade plane, one stairw ay shall extend to the roof surface unless
the roof has a slope steeper than four units vertical in 12 units horizontal (33-percent slope).
SECTION 62: A D OPT ION “15.07.1101.1 Scope” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is
hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.1101.1 Scope (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.1101.1 Scope(Added)
The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of this
code and only if in the opinion of the fire code official, they constitute a distinct hazard to life or
property.
SECTION 63: A D OPT ION “15.07.1111 Deleted Sections” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.1111 D eleted Sections (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.1111 D eleted Sections(Added)
D elete Sections 5601.1.3, 5601.2.2, 5601.2.3, 5601.2.4.1, 5601.2.4.2, and sections 5608.2, 5608.2.1,
and 5608.3 of the International Fire Code.
SECTION 64: A D OPT ION “15.07.1112 Out Of Service For One Year
5704.2.13.1.3” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.1112 O ut O f Service For O ne Year 5704.2.13.1.3 (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.1112 O ut O f Service For O ne Year 5704.2.13.1.3(Added)
U nderground tanks that have been out of service for a period of one year shall be removed from the
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SECTION 62: A D OPT ION “15.07.1101.1 Scope” of the Rexburg Municipal Code ishereby added as follows:B E F O R E A D O P T I O N15.07.1101.1 Scope (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.1101.1 Scope(Added)
The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of this
code and only if in the opinion of the fire code official, they constitute a distinct hazard to life or
property.
SECTION 63: A D OPT ION “15.07.1111 Deleted Sections” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.1111 D eleted Sections (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.1111 D eleted Sections(Added)
D elete Sections 5601.1.3, 5601.2.2, 5601.2.3, 5601.2.4.1, 5601.2.4.2, and sections 5608.2, 5608.2.1,
and 5608.3 of the International Fire Code.
SECTION 64: A D OPT ION “15.07.1112 Out Of Service For One Year
5704.2.13.1.3” of the Rexburg Municipal Code is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.1112 O ut O f Service For O ne Year 5704.2.13.1.3 (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.1112 O ut O f Service For O ne Year 5704.2.13.1.3(Added)
U nderground tanks that have been out of service for a period of one year shall be removed from theUnderground tanks that have been out of service for a period of one year shall be removed from the
ground in accordance w ith Section 5704.2.14 or abandoned in place in accordance with Section
5704.2.13.1.4. Upon approval of the Chief underground tanks that comply w ith the performance
standards for new or upgraded underground tanks set forth in Title 40 Section 280.20 or 280.21 of the
Code of Federal Regulations may remain out of service indefinitely so long as they remain in
compliance w ith the operation, maintenance and release detection requirements of the federal rule.
SECTION 65: A D OPT ION “15.07.D 101.1 Scope” of the R exburg Municipal C ode
is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.D101.1 Scope (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.D101.1 Scope(Added)
SECTION 66: A D OPT ION “15.07.D 102.1 Access A nd Loading” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.D102.1 Access A nd Loading (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.D102.1 Access A nd Loading(Added)
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department
apparatus by w ay of an approved fire apparatus access road designed and maintained to support the
imposed loads of the responding fire apparatus and shall be surface so as to provide all-w eather driving
capabilities.
SECTION 67: A MEN DMENT “15.01.020 Endments” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.01.020 Endments
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U nderground tanks that have been out of service for a period of one year shall be removed from theground in accordance w ith Section 5704.2.14 or abandoned in place in accordance with Section5704.2.13.1.4. Upon approval of the Chief underground tanks that comply w ith the performancestandards for new or upgraded underground tanks set forth in Title 40 Section 280.20 or 280.21 of theCode of Federal Regulations may remain out of service indefinitely so long as they remain incompliance w ith the operation, maintenance and release detection requirements of the federal rule.
SECTION 65: A D OPT ION “15.07.D 101.1 Scope” of the R exburg Municipal C ode
is hereby added as follows:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.D101.1 Scope (N on-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.D101.1 Scope(Added)
SECTION 66: A D OPT ION “15.07.D 102.1 Access A nd Loading” of the Rexburg
Municipal Code is hereby added as follow s:
B E F O R E A D O P T I O N
15.07.D102.1 Access A nd Loading (Non-existent)
A F T E R A D O P T I O N
15.07.D102.1 Access A nd Loading(Added)
Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department
apparatus by w ay of an approved fire apparatus access road designed and maintained to support the
imposed loads of the responding fire apparatus and shall be surface so as to provide all-w eather driving
capabilities.
SECTION 67: A MEN DMENT “15.01.020 Endments” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.01.020 Endments
1.Amendments to, A dopted Codes: The follow ing sections are hereby revised as set forth in the
ID A PA 07 Fide 031, C hapter 01 by, the Idaho Building Code Board of the D ivision of
Building Safety, as authorized under Section 39-4107, Idaho C ode: (See.Attachment A )
ID A PA 07, Title 03, Chapter 01.
2.2012 IRC Edition w ith the follow ing amendments:
a.1. Include appendix "F" as adopted to include the radon requirements.
i.Radon C ontrol Methods: Radon is found in significant quantities in most of
the Rexburg City limits. A reas on the hill do not test high and as such, radon
mitigation is not required.
ii.In the rest of the city, radon mitigation is required as per Appendix F of the
International Residential C ode. The City allows an exception to the mitigation
by testing, out on a case by case basis. (O rd. 1174 §3, 2010.)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.01.020 EndmentsA mendments To A dopted C odes
1.Amendments to, A dopted Codes: The follow ing sections are hereby revised as set forth in the
ID A PA 07 Fide 031, C hapter 0124.39.30, by, the Idaho Building Code Board of the D ivision
of Building Safety, as authorized under Section 39-4107, Idaho Code: (See.A ttachment A)
ID A PA 07, Title 03, Chapter 01.
2.2012 IRC Edition w ith the follow ing amendments:
a.1. Include appendix "F" as adopted to include the radon requirements.
Radon Control Methods: Radon is found in significant quantities in most of the Rexburg City
limits. Areas on the hill do not test high and as such, radon mitigation is not required.In the rest
of the city, radon mitigation is required as per A ppendix F of the International Residential
Code. The City allows an exception to the mitigation by testing, out on a case by case basis.
(O rd. 1174 §3, 2010.)
SECTION 68: A MEN DMENT “15.07.4601.1 Scope” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.4601.1 Scope
The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of this
code and only if in the opinion of the fire code official, they constitute a distinct hazard to life or
property (O rd. 1109 §3(DDD), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.4601D 101.1 Scope
Fire apparatus access roads shall be in accordance with this appendix and all other applicable
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1.Amendments to, A dopted Codes: The follow ing sections are hereby revised as set forth in theIDAPA 07 Fide 031, C hapter 01 by, the Idaho Building Code Board of the D ivision ofBuilding Safety, as authorized under Section 39-4107, Idaho C ode: (See.Attachment A )ID A PA 07, Title 03, Chapter 01.2.2012 IRC Edition w ith the follow ing amendments: a.1. Include appendix "F" as adopted to include the radon requirements. i.Radon C ontrol Methods: Radon is found in significant quantities in most ofthe Rexburg City limits. A reas on the hill do not test high and as such, radon
mitigation is not required.
ii.In the rest of the city, radon mitigation is required as per Appendix F of the
International Residential C ode. The City allows an exception to the mitigation
by testing, out on a case by case basis. (O rd. 1174 §3, 2010.)
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.01.020 EndmentsA mendments To A dopted C odes
1.Amendments to, A dopted Codes: The follow ing sections are hereby revised as set forth in the
ID A PA 07 Fide 031, C hapter 0124.39.30, by, the Idaho Building Code Board of the D ivision
of Building Safety, as authorized under Section 39-4107, Idaho Code: (See.A ttachment A)
ID A PA 07, Title 03, Chapter 01.
2.2012 IRC Edition w ith the follow ing amendments:
a.1. Include appendix "F" as adopted to include the radon requirements.
Radon Control Methods: Radon is found in significant quantities in most of the Rexburg City
limits. Areas on the hill do not test high and as such, radon mitigation is not required.In the rest
of the city, radon mitigation is required as per A ppendix F of the International Residential
Code. The City allows an exception to the mitigation by testing, out on a case by case basis.
(O rd. 1174 §3, 2010.)
SECTION 68: A MEN DMENT “15.07.4601.1 Scope” of the Rexburg Municipal
Code is hereby amended as follows:
B E F O R E A M E N D M E N T
15.07.4601.1 Scope
The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of this
code and only if in the opinion of the fire code official, they constitute a distinct hazard to life or
property (O rd. 1109 §3(DDD), 2014).
A F T E R A M E N D M E N T
15.07.4601D 101.1 Scope
Fire apparatus access roads shall be in accordance with this appendix and all other applicable
AYE NAY A BSEN T A BSTA IN
Council President Jordan Busby
Councilmember Brad Wolfe
Councilmember Tisha Flora
Councilmember Christopher Mann
Councilmember Mikel Walker
Councilmember Bryanna Johnson
Fire apparatus access roads shall be in accordance with this appendix and all other applicable
requirements of the International Fire Code. D riveways as described in section 503.7 through 503.11
are not subject to the requirements of this appendix.
The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of this
code and only if in the opinion of the fire code official, they constitute a distinct hazard to life or
property (O rd. 1109 §3(DDD), 2014).
PA SSED A N D A D O PTED BY THE CITY OF R EX BUR G C O U N CIL
_______________________________.
P r e s id in g O ffic e r A t t e s t
Jerry L Merrill, Rexburg Mayor, City of
Rexburg
D eborah Lovejoy, Rexburg City Clerk
City of R exburg
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AYE NAY A BSEN T A BSTA IN
Council President Jordan Busby
Councilmember Brad Wolfe
Councilmember Tisha Flora
Councilmember Christopher Mann
Councilmember Mikel Walker
Councilmember Bryanna Johnson
Fire apparatus access roads shall be in accordance with this appendix and all other applicablerequirements of the International Fire Code. D riveways as described in section 503.7 through 503.11are not subject to the requirements of this appendix.The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of thiscode and only if in the opinion of the fire code official, they constitute a distinct hazard to life orproperty (O rd. 1109 §3(DDD), 2014).
PA SSED A N D A D O PTED BY THE CITY OF R EX BUR G C O U N CIL
_______________________________.
P r e s id in g O ffic e r A t t e s t
Jerry L Merrill, Rexburg Mayor, City of
Rexburg
D eborah Lovejoy, Rexburg City Clerk
City of R exburg