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10/7/96,10/17/96, 10/21 /96
105-0-96
AN ORDINANCE
Adopting the B.O.C.A. 1996 National Fire Prevention Code
Tenth Edition and Appendix A and the 1994
NFPA Life Safety Code as the Fire Prevention Code
of the City of Evanston
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Evanston considers it in the
public interest to adopt as its standard for construction, alteration and installation
permits, and general fire protection the B.O.C.A. National Fire Prevention Code, Tenth
Edition, 1996, and the NFPA Life Safety Code, 1994; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Evanston has caused three (3)
0. copies of the aforesaid Codes to be kept on file in the office of the City Clerk for public
inspection for a period of more than thirty (30) days prior to the adoption of this
ordinance;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EVANSTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION 1: That Section 4-5-1 of the Code of the
City of Evanston, 1979, as amended, be further amended to read as follows:
4-5-1: ADOPTION OF THE BUILDING OFFICIALS AND CODE
ADMINISTRATORS INTERNATIONAL INC.'S (B.O.C.A.) NATIONAL
FIRE PREVENTION CODE OF 1996 AND THE NATIONAL FIRE
PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA) Life Safety Code 101 (1994): The
City Evanston hereby adopts by reference thereto the Building Officials
• and Code Administrators International Inc. (B.O.C.A.) National Fire
Prevention Code of 1996, Chapters 1 through 44 and Appendix A, and
the N FPA Life Safety Code 101 of 1994 thereof as criteria for the control •
and regulation of conditions which would constitute fire hazards to
persons or property within the City or which would interfere with fire
suppression forces, excepting therefrom the sections which are modified
or deleted in Section 4-5-2 of this Code.
SECTION 2: That Section 4-5-2 of the Code of the City of Evanston,
1979, as amended, be further amended to read as follows:
4-5-2: MODIFICATIONS TO THE CODE: The following sections of the
hereinabove adopted Fire Prevention Code are modified or
deleted as follows:
F-101.1 Title: These regulations as set forth herein shall be known as the Fire
Prevention Code of the City of Evanston and is herein referred to as
such or as "this Code."
F-105.1 Enforcement Officer: It shall be the duty and responsibility of the Fire
Chief or his duly authorized representative, to enforce the provisions of
the Fire Prevention Code as herein set forth. The designated
enforcement officer of this Code is herein referred to as the code •
official. The code official shall have full police power to enforce the
provisions of this Code.
F-108.1 Inspections: The Code official or other designated inspector of the Fire
Department upon the complaint of any person or whenever there is
reason to believe health or safety is endangered shall inspect all
structures and premises for the purpose of ascertaining and causing to
be corrected any condition liable to cause fire, contribute to the, spread
of fire, interfere with firefighting operations, endanger life, or any
violation of the provisions or intent of this Code and ordinance and any
other law or standard affecting life safety from fire.
F-110.1 General: Whenever the Fire Department personnel shall find in any
structure or upon any premises dangerous or hazardous conditions or
materials as follows, he shall order such dangerous conditions or
materials to be removed or remedied in accordance with the provisions
of this Code and all applicable laws:
1. Dangerous conditions or materials which are liable to cause or
contribute to the spread of fire in or on said premises, buildings or
structures, or endanger the occupants thereof; •
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• 2. Conditions which would interfere with Fire Department operations,
vehicles and equipment including, but not limited to, fire hydrants,
suppression and extinguishing equipment, Fire Department connections,
fire lanes, and access to buildings and portions of buildings;
3. Obstructions to, defective, or inadequate fire escapes, exits, stairs,
passageways, doors and windows which are liable to prevent or
interfere with the safe egress of occupants or the operations of the Fire
Department in case of fire or other emergencies;
4. Accumulations of dust or waste material in air conditioning or
ventilating systems or the grease in kitchen or other exhaust ducts;
5. Accumulations of grease on kitchen cooking equipment or oil,
grease or dirt upon, under or around any mechanical equipment;
6. Accumulations of rubbish, waste, paper, boxes, shavings or other
combustible materials, or excessive storage of any combustible material;
7. Hazardous conditions arising from defective or improperly used or
installed electrical wiring, equipment or appliances;
• 8. Hazardous conditions arising from defective or improperly installed
equipment or handling or using combustible, explosive or otherwise
hazardous materials; and
9. Dangerous or unlawful amounts of combustible, -explosive or
otherwise hazardous materials; and
10. All equipment, materials, processes or operations which are in
violation of the provisions and intent of this Code.
11. All structures shall have their street address consaicuousiv displaved
so that it is visible from the street and in contrasting color from the
background on which it is mounted. At least three inch tall numbers
shall be used. Numbers written in script shall be prohibited. All
structures with the exception of one/two familv dwellings shall also
diSplav their address in the rear of the structure so that it is visible from
the allev side.
F-110.3 Inspections and Unsafe Buildings: The fire official shall inspect or cause
to be inspected all buildings and premises authorized by this Code,
• including the situs of potential hazards and appliances for the purpose
of ascertaining and causing to be corrected any condition which may be
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reasonably foreseen to be a fire or explosive hazard or interfere with the •
suppression of fire or abating of a public emergency, or which
constitutes a violation of the provisions of this Code and any other law
or standard affecting life safety. All buildings or structures which are
structurally unsafe or not provided with adequate egress, or which
constitute a fire hazard, or are otherwise dangerous to human life, or
which in relation to existing use constitute a hazard to safety, or health
or public welfare by reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation,
obsolescence, fire hazard, disaster damage or abandonment, as specified
in the 1996 B.O.C.A. National Fire Prevention Code or any other
effective ordinance, are for the purposes of this section, unsafe
buildings. All such unsafe buildings are hereby declared to be public
nuisances and shall be abated, by repair, rehabilitation, demolition or
removal in accordance with procedures provided by law.
F-112.3 Penaltv for Violation: Any person, firm or corporation violating the
provisions of this Code or failing to comply with any lawful order issued
pursuant to any section hereof, in addition to being required by a court
of competent jurisdiction to comply with this Code or such order, may
be fined not less than fifty dollars ($50.00) nor more than five hundred
dollars ($500.00) for each offense. Each day of violation after notice •
shall be deemed a separate offense.
F-113.1 Aaaeals: Any person, firm or corporation aggrieved by any decision,
interpretation or order of the fire official made under any provision of
this Code or the standards adopted herein, may appeal such decision,
interpretation or order to the Fire Chief by filing a written notice of such
intent to the office of the Fire Chief within five (5) days of the
transactions appealed from. The Fire Chief, or his designee, shall
convene a hearing upon such appeal within ten (10) days of receipt
thereof and may, when no immediate hazard exists, continue such
hearing from time to time for cause. The Fire Chief shall establish
reasonable rules for such hearings and shall make a record of
proceedings. The decision of the Fire Chief shall be deemed final as to
the order or interpretation appealed from. Where there are practical
difficulties in the implementation of the strict provisions of this Code,
the Fire Chief may modify such provision provided that such
modification shall effect substantial conformance with the provisions
hereof, provide for the public safety, and do substantial justice.
F-113.2- Appeals: Sections F-113.2 through F113.6.2 of the B.O.C.A. Fire
F-113.6.2 Fire Prevention Code are hereby deleted in their entirety. •
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• F-113.7 Appeals - Administrative Decisions: The final decision of the Fire Chief,
or his authorized representatives, shall be and considered an
administrative decision for all purposes.
F-202.0 Definitions: Fire Watch: The use of certified Illinois Fire Fighters (with
radio communications directly to the Police/Fire Communications
Center) or other Drofessional agencies as approved by the Fire Chief or
his designee, to remain in a structure and regularly survev the structure
for signs of fire or other emergencv conditions which may require the
evacuation of the building and/or the notification of an emergencv to
the Fire Department. Fire Watch is used, when determined by the Fire
Chief or his designee that a condition exists that requires trained
personnel to monitor the structure.
F-309.1.2 Fire Protection: Hood and Duct Svstems: All commercial hood and
duct suppression systems shall comply with the revised U/L 300 by
Februarv, 1998.
F-316.0 Gas shut-off valves: All fuel burning appliances shall have individual gas
shut off valves located within 5 feet of the appliance, within the same
room.
• F-403.1 to Open Burning: Sections F-403.1 through F-403.8.2 of the
F403.8.2 B.O.C.A. Fire Prevention Code, 1996 are herebv deleted in their
entirety.
F-503.1.2 Apartment buildings with more than three stories or with more than 11
units shall have a fire alarm system installed in accordance with NFPA
72. These systems shall include both manual and automatic initiating
devices.
F-503.4.4 Smoke Detectors:
1. Use Group R1 and Dormitories: All existing residential uses as
defined by the Building Code listed in Chapter 44, Use Group R-1 and
also all existing dormitory buildings arranged for the shelter and
sleeping accommodation of more than twenty (20) persons shall be
provided with a fire and smoke alarm system as approved by the fire
official and installed in accordance with nationally recognized standards
listed in Chapter 44. When activated manually or automatically, the fire
and smoke alarm system shall provide an audible alarm throughout the
building.
• 2. Single -Family, Multi -Family, Mixed Use:
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(a) Every dwelling unit in a single-family, multi -family or mixed
use building shall be equipped with at least one approved smoke
detector of the ionization or photoelectric type in an operating
condition within fifteen feet (15') of every room used for sleeping
purposes. The detector shall be installed on the ceiling and at
least six inches (6") from any wall, or a wall located between
four (4) and six (6) inches from the ceiling.
(b) Every single-family residence shall have at least one approved
smoke detector installed on every story of the dwelling unit
including basements but not including unoccupied attics. In
dwelling units with split levels, a smoke detector installed on the
upper level shall suffice for the adjacent lower level if the lower
level is less than one full story below the upper level; however, if
there is an intervening door between the adjacent levels, a smoke
detector shall be installed on each level.
(c) Every structure which (1) contains more than one dwelling
unit, or (2) contains at least one dwelling unit and is a mixed use
structure, shall contain at least one approved smoke detector at
the uppermost ceiling of each interior stairwell. The detector •
shall be installed on the ceiling, at least six inches (6") from the
wall, or on a wall located between four (4) and six (6) inches
from the ceiling.
F-504.5.1 Svstems placed out of service: Any required fire protection/
detection system placed out of service for more than six (6)- hours
in a day and/or for a cumulative total of twenty (20) hours a
week shall require the approval of the Code Official or his
designee. Any fire protection/detection system placed out of
service for periods equal to or greater than those stated without
the approval of the Code Official, will be subject to following
fines:
First Warning ................................................... No Charge
Second Warning...............................................$200.00
Third Warning...................................................$300.00
Fourth and Subsequent Warnings ......................$500.00
F-519.2 Fire Extinguishers Reauired: A portable fire extinguisher shall be
installed in the following locations in accordance with NFPA 10 listed
in Chapter 44: •
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• 1. In all occupancies in Use Groups A-1, A-2, A-3 B, E, 1-2, R-1 and
H.
2. In all areas containing commercial kitchen exhaust hood systems.
3. In all areas where fuel is dispensed.
4. In all areas where a flammable or combustible liquid is used in
the operation of spraying, coating or dipping.
5. In all occupancies in USE Group 1-3 at staff locations. Access to
portable fire extinguishers shall be permitted to be locked.
6. On each floor of structures under construction, except
occupancies in Use Group R-3.
7. In any laboratory, shop or other room of similar purpose.
8. Where required by the sections indicated in Table F-519.2 for
various operations, processes, structures and areas.
F-601.1.2 BARBECUE GRILLS: Barbecues grills shall not be used on anv_ stairs or
porches that are a means of egress. The use of barbecues will be
allowed on balconies or at ground level provided the following
regulations are complied with:
(a) Clearance of not less than a 30 inch radius shall be provided
between barbecue units and all combustible material including exterior
windows or door openings.
(b) Extreme caution shall be exercised when lighting the barbecue to
prevent flames from elevating to an excessive height.
(c) Hot ashes or cinders shall be deposited into noncombustible
receptacles free of all combustible material. Such receptacles shall' be
placed on a noncombustible surface. In every case a clearance of not
less than a 30 inch radius between the discarded ashes or cinders and
all combustible material, exterior window or door opening shall be met.
(d) The use of the barbecue shall not cause the building's fire alarm
system to activate.
(e) On wooden balconies, a portable fire extinguisher shall be located
within 10 feet of the BBO, but not affixed to the grill. The fire
extinguisher shall be at least a 10 pound ABC.
SECTION 3: That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in
conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
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SECTION 4: That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from
and after its passage, approval, and publication in the manner provided by law.
Introduced: v� X , 1996
Adopted: �C/1/ ' !o , 1996
Approved:
ATTEST:
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Afp oved as to form:
Coiforation Counsel
Mayor
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