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1 CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU TITLE 19 BUILDING & FIRE CODE ADOPTION AND MODIFICATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Administrative Code Board of Appeals Building Code Residential Code Existing Building Code Plumbing Code Mechanical Code Electrical Code Fuel Gas Code Fire Code Property Maintenance Code Excavation and Grading Code INDEX As of July 6, 2006 and as further modified by CBJ Ordinance Serial Number (b) effective January 17, 2008 Note: This document is intended to duplicate the adopted City and Borough of Juneau Code pertaining to the model building and fire codes with the addition of a Table of Contents, page and section numbers and an Index. This is not the official city code and may contain inadvertent inconsistencies with the code as adopted. Sidebars indicate changes from the original adoption of 5/23/2004 that were effective July 6, Please send comments to: debra_purves@ci.juneau.ak.us or fax to Debbie Purves at Mail: 155 S. Seward Street, Juneau, AK Telephone:

2 Chapter ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES* * Editors Note: Serial No , 1, adopted Oct. 11, 2004 amended Title 19 in its entirety. Serial No , adopted May 23, 2006 further amended Title 19 to read as herein set out. See the editor's note at Tit. 19 and also the Code Comparative Table for a detailed analysis of inclusion. Cross References: General right of entry for inspection, CBJ Code ch Building codes administrative code title Scope Intent Referenced codes and conflicts Applicability Other laws Application of references Referenced codes and standards Partial invalidity Existing structures Additions, alterations, repairs and maintenance Historic buildings Repairs, alterations and additions Demolition of historic buildings Reproduction of historic structures Organization and enforcement Creation of enforcement agency Inspectors and enforcement agents Duties and powers of building official and fire chief General Applications and permits Notices and orders Inspections Identification Right of entry Department records Liability Approved materials and equipment Modifications Alternate materials, design, and methods of construction and equipment Permits Permits required Work exempted from permit Exempt building work Exempt grading work Exempt fuel gas work Exempt mechanical work Exempt plumbing work Exempt electrical work Exempt repair work Emergency repairs Cabin exemption Application for a permit Validity of permit Expiration Extension Renewal Suspension or revocation Placement of permit Construction documents Submittal documents Information on plans and specifications Site plan Examination of documents. Page 2 of Admin

3 Approval of construction documents Previous approvals Phased approval Limitations of authorization Authorization for specific phases of work Design professional in responsible charge Generally Deferred submittals Amended construction documents Retention of construction documents Temporary structures and uses General Conformance Temporary power Termination of approval Expiration Fees Payment of building permit fees Schedule of building permit fees Building permit valuations Plan review fees Expiration of plan review Work commencing before permit issuance Fee refunds Building permit fees Other building inspections and fees Grading fees; generally Early start authorization fee Fast track authorization fee Special expedited authorization fee Third party plan review fee Fire permit fees; Generally Fire permit and inspection fees Work commencing before permit issuance Fee refunds Other fire inspections and fees Inspections Generally Preliminary inspection Inspection record Inspection requests Approvals required Required building inspections Generally Foundation inspections Concrete slab or under floor inspection Floodplain inspections Frame inspection Wall covering Fire resistance rated assemblies Final inspection Special inspections Other inspections Inspection agencies Reinspections Required building service equipment inspections Removal or replacement of material to allow inspection Certificate of occupancy Use or occupancy Change in use Certificate issued Temporary certificate. Page 3 of Admin

4 Posting Revocation Occupancy violations Zero lot line building Service utilities Connection of service utilities Temporary connections Authority to disconnect service utilities Authority to condemn building systems Connection after order to disconnect Reserved Violations Unlawful acts Violations; unlawful continuance of fire hazard Notice of violation Prosecution of violation Violation penalties Negligent violations Reckless or intentional violations Failure to provide information False information As used in this section Stop work orders Authority Permit reminder Issuance Unlawful continuance Unsafe structures and equipment Conditions Record Notice Method of service Restoration Administration and enforcement procedures conflicts Conflicts with state codes and regulations Cooperation of other officials Adoption of new international, national and uniform codes; procedures Implementation of new codes Definitions Building codes administrative code title. This chapter shall be known as the "building codes administrative code," and may be cited as such and will be referred to in this chapter as "this chapter" or "this code." Scope. The provisions of this title shall apply to the site preparation, erection, construction, alteration, addition, prefabrication, moving, demolition, repair, maintenance, use or occupancy of any building or structure or portion thereof, appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or the storage, use or handling of certain hazardous materials, substances and devices within the City and Borough of Juneau. Exceptions: Publicly owned or publicly contracted bridges, docks, piers, water tanks and utility work primarily in a public way except electrical connections; public utility generation, Page 4 of Admin

5 transmission, distribution metering or related equipment; mechanical equipment not specifically regulated in this code; hydraulic flood control structures; original construction and moving of mobile homes certified under the United States Housing and Urban Development Mobile Home Standards and original construction and moving of mobile structures certified by the United States Interstate Commerce Commission Intent. The purpose of the codes adopted under this title is to provide minimum standards to safeguard the public health, safety and general welfare by regulating and structural strength, means of egress facilities, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, accessibility, energy conservation, safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment and other appropriate attributes of all buildings and structures within the City and Borough and certain equipment specifically regulated herein. It is the purpose of this chapter to provide a consolidation of procedures for the issuance of permits, collection of fees, inspections and other matters related to the administration of the codes adopted under this title Referenced codes and conflicts. The codes listed in sections through and referenced elsewhere in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference The International Building Code. The International Building Code (IBC), adopted at section relating to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures and not included in the scope of the International Residential Code; The International Residential Code. The International Residential Code (IRC), adopted at section , relating to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of detached one and two family dwellings and multiple single family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories high with separate means of egress; and their accessory structures or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures; The International Existing Building Code. The International Existing Building Code (IEBC), adopted at section , may be used for work involving the enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, conversion, occupancy, and use of existing buildings and structures or portions thereof; The Uniform Plumbing Code. The Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), adopted at section , relating to installation, alterations, repairs and replacement of plumbing systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and/or appurtenances, and Page 5 of Admin

6 where connected to a water or sewage and all aspects of a medical gas system. All references to the International Plumbing Code in any of the published building codes shall be changed to read "Uniform Plumbing Code" except references to the plumbing fixture count which shall mean Chapter 29 of the International Building Code. Section numbers referring to International Plumbing Code sections shall mean the appropriate corresponding section numbers in the Uniform Plumbing Code or International Building Code, as appropriate; The Cross Connection Code. The Cross Connection Code adopted at section relating to installation of backflow prevention devices to protect public water supplies from contamination; The International Mechanical Code. The International Mechanical Code (IMC), adopted at section , relating to installation, alterations, repairs and replacement of mechanical systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and/or appurtenances, including ventilating, heating, cooling, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, incinerators, and other energy related systems in buildings other than those covered by the International Residential code; The National Electrical Code. The National Electrical Code (NEC), adopted at section , relating to installation of electrical systems, including alterations, repairs and replacement, equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances systems in installations other than those covered by the International Residential code; The International Fuel Gas Code. The International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), adopted at , relating to the installation of gas piping from the point of delivery, gas appliances and related accessories as covered in this code and extending from the point of delivery to the inlet connections of appliances and the installation and operation of residential and commercial gas appliances and related accessories in installations other than those covered by the International Residential code; The International Fire Code. The International Fire Code (IFC), adopted at section , applying to matters affecting or relating to structures, processes and premises from the hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or public welfare in the occupancy of structures and premises; from the construction, extension, repair, alteration or removal of fire suppression and alarm systems or fire hazards in the structure or on the premises from occupancy or operation; The International Property Maintenance Code. The International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), adopted at section , relating to the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of detached one and two family dwellings and multiple single family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories high with separate means of egress; and their accessory structures or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures; Page 6 of Admin

7 The Excavation and Grading Code. The Excavation and Grading Code adopted at section relating to safeguarding life, limb, property and the public welfare by regulating grading on private and public property; Other sources. Research reports, analyses, formal opinions, interpretations, and other similar publications and writings by the authors or publishers of the codes adopted under this title may be used as guides to the interpretation and application of the provisions of this title. The provisions in the appendices to the codes and the standards published to supplement the codes are adopted as evidence of the requirements of the codes. The building official, or if fire codes are involved, the fire chief shall designate additional technical publications which may be incorporated. Such provisions and publications are prima fascia evidence of the requirements of the codes Applicability General. Where, in any specific case, different sections of the codes adopted under this title specify different materials, methods of construction, or other requirements, any safe and acceptable requirement may be used. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable. When conflicts occur between the technical codes, any of the provisions providing an acceptable level of fire safety, safety to life or other code governed provision may be used. Buildings, structures and their building service equipment to which additions, alterations or repairs are made shall comply with all the requirements of the codes for new facilities except as specifically provided in this section Other laws. The provisions of this code shall not be deemed to nullify any provisions of local, state or federal law Application of references. References to chapter or section numbers, or to provisions not specifically identified by number, shall be construed to refer to such chapter, section or provision of this code. Page 7 of Admin

8 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of this code shall apply Partial invalidity. In the event any part or provision of this code is held to be illegal or void, this shall not have the effect of making void or illegal any of the other parts or provisions Existing structures. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of this code shall be permitted to continue without change, except as is specifically covered in the International Building Code, the International Residential Code, the International Existing Building Code, the National Electrical Code, the International Fire Code, or the International Property Maintenance Code or as is deemed necessary by the building official or fire chief for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public Additions, alterations, repairs and maintenance. For requirements for additions, alterations, repairs or maintenance of buildings, structures and building service equipment, refer to the IEBC, to the appropriate administrative sections of the referenced technical codes and to Chapter 34 of the IBC or Appendix Chapter J of the IRC. For temporary buildings and structures see section Historic buildings Repairs, alterations and additions. Repairs, alterations and additions necessary for the preservation, restoration, rehabilitation, or reproduction or the expansion or continued use of the area of an existing use of a building or structure or its equipment may be made without conforming to all the requirements of this code, in accordance with an authorization from the building official, which authorization shall not unreasonably be withheld, provided: 1. The building or structure has been designated as having special historical or architectural significance as defined in Section ; Page 8 of Admin

9 2. Any unsafe existing conditions as described in section or elsewhere in this code will be corrected in accordance with approved plans; 3. Any restored building or structure and its equipment in its entirety will be no more hazardous, based on life safety, fire safety and sanitation than the existing building; 4. The work authorized will not detract from those visual and other features of the building which contribute to its special historical or architectural significance or to the historical theme of any historical district within which it is located; 5. The plans for the work have been prepared by an architect or engineer licensed to practice in Alaska. 6. The architect or engineer has provided a statement concerning the safety of the structure for the intended purpose or use; and 7. The features of the structure which require a reduction of the code requirements are features which are: 7.1. An integral part or a result of the construction method if the original construction method is being used; or 7.2. Essential to the accurate reproduction of the structure. 8. If the building official reduces the fire resistance requirement for one part of a structure, similar reductions may be made for other parts of the structure. The building official may impose more stringent requirements than are set forth in the code when such more stringent requirements are necessary to compensate for unsafe conditions which would otherwise result from major reductions in code requirements authorized under this section Demolition of historic buildings. In the case of a building or structure which has previously been designated as having special historic or architectural significance as defined in , the community development department shall, within five working days after the date of application for demolition, prepare a set of photographs for the historic record. Demolition shall not proceed until the community development department has had opportunity to photograph the building or structure Reproduction of historic structures. When a proposed structure is a reproduction of a historic structure, the building official Page 9 of Admin

10 may reduce the requirements of the code under the following conditions: 1. The original structure has been designated by the assembly or the City and Borough historical district commission as a structure which had special historical or architectural significance as defined in section ; and 2. The structure has been designed by an architect licensed to practice in the state; and 3. The architect or engineer has provided a statement concerning the safety of the structure for the intended purpose or use; and 4. The features of the structure which require a reduction of the code requirements are features which are: 4.1. An integral part or a result of the construction method if the original construction method is being used; or 4.2. Essential to the accurate reproduction of the structure. If the building official reduces the fire resistance requirement for one part of a historic structure reproduction, similar reductions may be made for other parts of the structure. The building official may impose more stringent requirements than are set forth in the code when such more stringent requirements are necessary to compensate for unsafe conditions which would otherwise result from major reductions in code requirements authorized under this section Organization and enforcement Creation of enforcement agency. The code enforcement agency in the City and Borough of Juneau for the building codes shall be under the administrative and operational control of the building official. Whenever the term or title "administrative authority," "responsible official," "building official," "chief inspector," "code enforcement officer" or similar designation is used in the building codes adopted under this title, it shall be construed to mean the building official designated by the manager. The code enforcement agency in the City and Borough of Juneau for the fire code shall be under the administrative and operational control of the fire chief. Whenever the term or title "administrative authority," "responsible official," "fire inspector," "fire officer" or similar designation is used in the fire code adopted under this title, it shall be construed to mean the fire chief. Page 10 of Admin

11 Inspectors and enforcement agents. With the approval of the manager or the manager's designee, the building official or the fire chief may appoint such number of technical officers, inspectors and assistants and other employees as shall be authorized from time to time. Such persons may also be designated as enforcement agents under chapter Duties and powers of building official and fire chief General. The building official shall enforce all the provisions of the technical codes except the fire code. The fire chief shall enforce the fire code. For the purpose of enforcement, the building official and fire chief shall have the powers of enforcement agents under chapter The building official or the fire chief for fire code matters, shall have the power to render interpretations of this code and the referenced technical codes, and to adopt and enforce policies and procedures supplemental to this code in order to clarify the application of the provisions of this code. Such interpretations, policies and procedures shall be in conformity with the intent and purpose of this code. Regulations shall be adopted under title of this Code Applications and permits. The building official shall receive applications; review construction documents and issue permits for the erection and alteration, change of use, change of occupancy, demolition and moving of buildings and structures; inspect the premises for which such permits have been issued and enforce compliance with the provisions of this code Notices and orders. The building official and/or fire chief shall issue all necessary notices and orders to ensure compliance with this code Inspections. The building official or fire chief shall make all of the required inspections, or the building official or fire chief shall have the authority to accept reports of inspection by approved agencies or individuals. Reports of such inspections shall be in writing and be certified by a responsible officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individual. The building official or fire chief is authorized to engage such expert opinion as deemed necessary to report upon unusual technical issues that arise. Page 11 of Admin

12 Identification. The building official or fire chief shall carry proper identification when inspecting structures or premises in the performance of duties under this code Right of entry. Whenever necessary to make an inspection to enforce any of the provisions of this code and the technical codes, or whenever the building official, fire chief or their authorized representatives have reasonable cause to believe that there exists in any building or upon any premises any condition which is contrary to or in violation of this code which makes such building or premises unsafe, dangerous or hazardous, the building official, fire chief or their authorized representative may enter such building or premises at all reasonable times and upon reasonable notice to inspect the same or to perform any duty imposed upon the building official or fire chief by such codes, provided that the building official shall first present proper credentials and request entry. If entry is refused, the building official, fire chief or their authorized representative shall have recourse to every remedy provided by law to secure entry Department records. The building official shall keep official records of applications received, permits and certificates issued, fees collected, reports of inspections, and notices and orders issued. Such records shall be retained in the official records for at least the period required for retention of public records as determined by the City Clerk Liability. The building official, fire chief, member of the Board of Appeals or a duly authorized representative charged with the enforcement of these codes or a member of the board of appeals, acting in good faith and without malice for the City and Borough of Juneau in the discharge of their duties shall not thereby render themselves liable personally and they are relieved from all personal liability for any damage they may accrue to persons or property as a result of any act required or by reason of any act or omission in the discharge of their duties. This code shall not be construed to relieve from or lessen the responsibility of any person owning, operating or controlling any building or structure for any damages to persons or property caused by defects, nor shall the City and Borough be held as assuming any such liability by reason of the inspections authorized by this code or any certificates of inspection issued under this code. Any suit instituted against an officer or employee because of an act performed by that officer or employee in the lawful discharge of duties and under the provisions of this code shall be defended by legal representative of the jurisdiction until the final termination of the proceedings. The building official or any subordinate shall not be liable for cost in any action, suit or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the provisions of this code. This section does Page 12 of Admin

13 not diminish the immunity provided to the City and Borough or its employees by AS Approved materials and equipment. Materials, equipment and devices approved by the building official or fire chief shall be constructed and installed in accordance with such approval Used materials and equipment. The use of used materials which meet the requirements of this code for new materials is permitted. Used equipment and devices shall not be reused unless approved by the building official or fire chief Modifications. Whenever there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions of the codes, the building official or, for fire code matters, the fire chief shall have the authority to grant modifications for individual cases provided the building official or fire chief shall first find that: 1. A special, individual reason makes the strict letter of the code impractical; 2. The modification is in conformity with the intent and purpose of the code; and 3. Such modification does not reduce health, accessibility, life and fire safety requirements, structural integrity. The details of any action granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in the files of the building official Alternate materials, design, and methods of construction and equipment. The provisions of the codes are not intended to prevent the use of any material, alternate design or method of construction not specifically prescribed in the code, provided any alternate has been approved and its use authorized by the building official. The building official may approve any such alternate, provided the building official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in the code in suitability, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, safety, accessibility and sanitation. The building official may require that sufficient evidence or proof be submitted to substantiate any claims that may be made regarding its use. The details of any action granting approval of an alternate shall be recorded and entered in the files of the building official. Page 13 of Admin

14 Tests. Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance with any of the provisions of the codes or evidence that any material or any construction does not conform to the requirements of the codes, or in order to substantiate claims for alternate materials or methods of construction, the building official or fire chief may require tests as evidence of compliance to be made at no expense to the City and Borough. Test methods shall be as specified in the codes or by other recognized test standards. In the absence of recognized and accepted test methods for the proposed alternate, the building official or fire chief shall approve the test procedure. All tests shall be made by an approved agency. Copies of the results of all such tests shall be retained by the building official and fire chief for a period not less than two years after the acceptance of the structure Technical opinions and reports. If technical expertise is unavailable within the department because of new technology, process, products, facilities, materials or uses attending the design, operation or use of a building or premises subject to the inspection of the department, the building official or fire chief may require the owner or the person in possession or control of the building or premises to provide, without charge to the department, a technical opinion and report. The opinion and report shall be prepared by a qualified architect, engineer, specialist, laboratory or fire safety specialty organization acceptable to the building official or fire chief and the owner and shall analyze the quality, strength, effectiveness, durability, safety and fire safety properties, as appropriate, of the design, operation or use of the building or premises and the facilities and appurtenances situated thereon, and prescribe the necessary recommended changes Permits Permits required Building permits required. No person, firm, corporation, partnership or other association shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, change use or demolish any building, structure or building service equipment in the City and Borough or cause the same to be done without first obtaining a separate permit as specified in this chapter for each such building, structure, building service equipment or location from the building official; provided, the building official may issue a single permit for a group of buildings at a single location. A single permit, referred to as a building permit, may be issued for work covered by this title, without regard to the type of work being done or which of the technical codes or chapters of this title apply. No wood stove shall be installed except in accordance with a building permit issued by the building official. See exempted work at section Grading permits required. Except as exempted in section of this code, no person shall do any grading without first obtaining a grading permit from the Page 14 of Admin

15 building official. A separate permit shall be obtained for each site, and may cover both excavations and fills Plumbing permits required. It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to make any installation, alteration, repair, replacement or remodel any plumbing system regulated by this code except as exempted in section , or to cause the same to be done without first obtaining a separate plumbing permit for each separate building or structure. A separate plumbing permit is not required when a building permit has been issued covering the plumbing work for a project Mechanical permits required. Except as exempted in section , a mechanical system regulated by this code shall not be installed, altered, repaired, replaced or remodeled unless a separate mechanical permit for each separate building or structure has first been obtained from the building official. A separate mechanical permit is not required when a building permit has been issued covering the mechanical work for a project Electrical permits required. Except as exempted in section , no electrical system regulated by this code shall be installed, altered, repaired, replaced or remodeled unless a separate electrical permit for each separate building or structure has first been obtained from the building official. A separate electrical permit is not required when a building permit has been issued covering the electrical work for a project Fire code permits required. No person, firm, corporation, partnership or other association shall engage in the maintenance, storage, use or handling of any of the following materials or activities in the City and Borough or cause the same to be done without first obtaining a separate permit as specified in IFC Section 105, Permits, from the fire chief; provided, the fire chief may issue a single permit for a group of activities at a single location. Note that not all of the permits identified in IFC and IFC are required Carnivals, fairs, event tents and other temporary event structures shall be subject to the permit requirements of IFC Section Covered mall buildings shall be subject to the permit requirements of IFC Section when items are placed in the mall Explosives and blasting agents shall be subject to the permit requirements of IFC Section Hazardous materials shall be subject to the permit requirements of IFC Section High piled storage shall be subject to the permit requirements of IFC Section when the high piled storage is added without a building permit Open burning and burning associated with land clearing shall be subject Page 15 of Admin

16 to the permit requirements of IFC Section and CBJ Hot work, including welding, shall be subject to the permit requirements of IFC Section Places of assembly shall be subject to the permit requirements of IFC Section when placement of portable equipment, furniture or display items change the approved exiting patterns Private fire hydrants shall be subject to the permit requirements of IFC Section prior to removing a hydrant from service or when installing a hydrant to other than the CBJ water system Indoor and outdoor fireworks and pyrotechnical special effects material shall be subject to the permit requirements of IFC Section Flammable and combustible liquids shall be subject to the permit requirements of IFC Section , items 1 and 2 when modifying a pipeline, tank, tank vehicle or other flammable or combustible liquids equipment Work exempted from permit. No permit under this chapter shall be required for work described in this section provided that such exemption shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in violation of this code or any other code, ordinance or regulation of the city, state or federal government Exempt building work. A building permit shall not be required for the work described in subsections 1 through 14 of this section if only the provisions of the exempted code apply. Unless otherwise exempted, a permit shall be obtained for work associated with the exempt uses under subsections 1 through 14 of this section if any of the provisions of the plumbing, electrical, mechanical or fire codes apply: 1. One story detached accessory buildings regulated under the residential code and used as tool and storage sheds, greenhouses, gazebos, saunas, hot tub enclosures, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet (11.15 m) and the building is not used for habitation; 2. Fences as well as sign support structures and similar free standing structures not over six feet (1,829 mm) high other than fences required for protection of swimming pools and hot tubs which are regulated by IRC Appendix AG105 or IBC Section ; 3. Oil derricks; Page 16 of Admin

17 4. Retaining walls which are not over four feet (1,219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge of greater than 2 to 1 slope within 10 feet of the wall or impounding Class I, II or III A liquids as defined in the International Fire Code; 5. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons (18,927 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed two to one; 6. Platforms, walks, decks, stairs and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade; not over a basement or story below; not part of an accessible route; and not including a roof; 7. Painting, papering, tiling, cabinets, counter tops, siding, floor covering and similar finish work or any combination of these types of work done as a stand alone project unless part of new construction or major remodeling. Permits shall not be required and shall not be issued for such work. Replacement of interior finishes in buildings covered by Chapter 8 of the International Building code is not included in this exception. Change of exterior finish materials, paint color or paint scheme of buildings in the Historic District Overlay zone does not need a building permit but must receive approval from City and Borough of Juneau Community Development Department prior to commencing work; 8. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery; 9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to Group R, Division 3 occupancy in which the pool walls are entirely above the adjacent grade, less than 24 inches deep and if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons (18,927 L); 10. Shade cloth or plastic sheet covered structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes and not including service systems. 11. Swings, and other playground equipment; 12. Window awnings and gutters supported by an exterior wall of Group R, Division 3, and Group U occupancies; 13. Federal, state and municipal bridges, docks, piers, water tanks; publicly owned or publicly contracted work located primarily in a public way; public utility towers and poles; mechanical equipment not specifically regulated under this title and hydraulic flood control structures. See section for scope; 14. Temporary boat, car, equipment and material covers and similar storage structures maintained for a period of less than one year after their date of erection and covered with plastic, canvas or a similar material. Page 17 of Admin

18 15. Movable cases, counters and partitions not over five feet nine inches (1,753 mm) high; (Serial No , 1, ; Serial No , 5, ) Exempt grading work. A grading permit shall not be required for the following: 1. When approved by the building official, grading in an isolated, self contained area if there is no adverse effects on private or public property; 2. An excavation below finished grade for basements and footings of a building, retaining wall or other structure authorized by a valid building permit. This shall not exempt any fill made with the material from such excavation or exempt any excavation having an unsupported height greater than five feet (1,524 mm) after the completion of such structure; 3. Cemetery graves; 4. Refuse disposal sites controlled by other regulations; 5. Excavations for wells or tunnels or utilities; 6. Mining, quarrying, excavating, processing or stockpiling of rock, sand, gravel, aggregate or clay where established and provided for by law, provided such operations do not affect the lateral support or increase the stresses in or pressure upon any adjacent or contiguous property; 7. Exploratory excavations under the direction of soil engineers or engineering geologists; 8. An excavation that (1) is less than two feet (610 mm) in depth or (2) does not create a cut slope greater than five feet (1,524 mm) in height and steeper than one unit vertical in one and one half units horizontal (66.7 percent slope) and does not change the drainage pattern of the property; 9. A fill less than one foot (305 mm) in depth and placed on natural terrain with a slope flatter than one unit vertical in five units horizontal (20 percent slope), or less than three feet (914 mm) in depth, not intended to support structures, that does not exceed 50 cubic yards (38.3 m) on any one lot and does not obstruct a drainage course. Exemption from the permit requirements of this chapter shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in violation of the provisions of this chapter or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Page 18 of Admin

19 Exempt fuel gas work. A fuel gas permit shall not be required for the following: 1. Portable heating appliance. 2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such equipment unsafe Exempt mechanical work. A mechanical permit shall not be required for the following: 1. Any portable heating appliance. 2. Any portable ventilating appliances or equipment. 3. Any portable cooling unit. 4. Any portable evaporative cooler. 5. Any closed system of steam, hot or chilled water piping contained within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by the mechanical code. 6. Replacement of any component part of assembly of an appliance which does not alter its original approval, does not make such appliance unsafe and complies with other applicable requirements of the technical codes. 7. Any refrigerating equipment which is part of the equipment for which a permit has been issued pursuant to the requirements of the technical codes. 8. Any self contained refrigerating system containing ten pounds (4.54 kg) or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of one horsepower (746 W) or less Exempt plumbing work. A plumbing permit shall not be required for the following, provided, however, that any extension or rerouting of piping shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code: 1. The clearing of stoppages or the repair of leaks in drains; water, soil, waste or vent pipes; valves or fixtures. 2. The direct replacement or removal of water closets, tubs, sinks or other fixtures or Page 19 of Admin

20 of faucets or hose bibbs Exempt electrical work. An electrical permit shall not be required for the following: 1. Portable motors or other portable appliances energized by means of a cord or cable having an attachment plug end to be connected to an approved receptacle when that cord or cable is permitted by the electrical code. 2. Repair or replacement of fixed lighting fixtures, fixed motors, transformers or fixed approved appliances of the same type and rating in the same location. 3. Temporary decorative lighting. 4. Repair or replacement of current carrying parts of any switch, contactor or control device. 5. Replacement of attachment plug receptacles or outlets, but not the installation of new outlets. 6. Repair or replacement of any overcurrent device of the required capacity in the same location. 7. Repair or replacement of electrodes or transformers of the same size and capacity for signs or gas tube systems. 8. Taping joints. 9. Removal of electrical wiring. 10. Temporary wiring for experimental purposes in suitable experimental laboratories. 11. The wiring for temporary theater, motion picture or television stage sets. 12. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus or equipment operating at less than 25 volts and not capable of supplying more than 50 watts of energy. 13. Low energy power, control and signal circuits of Classes II and III as defined in the electrical code. 14. A permit shall not be required for the installation, alteration or repair of electrical wiring, apparatus or equipment or the generation, transmission, distribution or metering of electrical energy or in the operation of signals or the transmission of Page 20 of Admin

21 information by a public or private utility in the exercise of its function as a serving utility. 15. Repairs and maintenance: A permit shall not be required for minor repair work. 16. Radio and television transmitting stations: The provisions of this code shall not apply to electrical equipment used for radio and television transmissions, but does apply to equipment and wiring for power supply, and the installation of towers and antennas. 17. Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of any temporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment or apparatus Exempt repair work. Glass installation and replacement shall be as provided in section or Group R occupancies as provided in Ordinary maintenance and replacement work. Permits shall not be required and shall not be issued for ordinary maintenance, repair or direct replacement work in a building or structure for work of a value of $7, or less unless 1. electrical service equipment or electrical circuits are replaced or modified or 2. the structural system is modified or 3. the means of egress is altered or 4. Fuel appliances are replaced or installed. Individual structural elements may be directly replaced without a permit, however, replacement of structures requires a permit. Ordinary maintenance and direct replacement in a building or structure shall not include the cutting away or addition of any wall, partition, roof, foundation or portion thereof, nor removal or change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts of a structure; nor shall ordinary maintenance include additions to, alterations of, replacement of, nor relocation of any standpipe, fire sprinkler, water supply, sewer, drainage, gas piping; electrical wiring or mechanical work or any work affecting public health or safety. All ordinary maintenance and replacement work shall be made only in accordance with applicable provisions of the codes and other construction or safety codes of the City and Borough. Window installation and replacement is not considered ordinary maintenance and accordingly not exempt from permit requirements. Glass installation and replacement of $7,500 or less is considered ordinary maintenance and accordingly is exempt from permit requirements, but shall be as provided in section or Group R occupancies as provided in applicable codes. (Serial No , 1, ; Serial No , 5, ) Emergency repairs. Where equipment replacements and repairs must be performed in an emergency situation, Page 21 of Admin

22 the permit application shall be submitted within the next working business day to the building official Cabin exemption. The provisions of the building, residential, plumbing, electrical and mechanical codes shall not apply to cabins as defined in section A building permit application shall be submitted for each cabin built, but no fee may be charged and no permit shall be issued Application for a permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall file an application on approved forms. Each application shall: 1. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit. 2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done, by clear and definite legal description, street address, or similar method. 3. Indicate the use or occupancy of each space for which the proposed work is intended. 4. Be accompanied by plans, diagrams, computations, specifications and other data as required in section State the total square footage of each major use of any new building, structure or addition and the valuation of any remodeling or alteration to an existing building. 6. Be signed by the applicant or a person having evidence of authority to act for the applicant. 7. Show physical conditions on site which may affect issuance of the permit or construction. 8. Give such other information as reasonably may be required by the building official. 9. Multifamily private water systems. In the case of new connections to a water system for which the regular source of potable water is to be other than the municipal water utility system or an approved community system, the application shall include information on the type; source; location; capacity; storage quantity and tank type; well depth, casing size and drill log and similar data for the water source. For such structures containing three or more residential units, proof must be included of legal and physical availability to the applicant of sufficient water to Page 22 of Admin