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HomeMy WebLinkAbout98-152 OFFICIAL RECORDS OF MOHAVE (:O[jl.~'f~ AZ JOAN MC CALL~ MOHAVE (OUNTY RECC:RDE. R l?]I]8/98 01:58P PAGE ~ MOHAVE COUNTY BOARD OF ':'~' RECORDING FEE 0.00 RESOLUTION NO. 98-152 A RESOLUTION SETTING FORTH APPROVAL OF THE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 98- 05 UPDATING THE MOHAVE COUNTY BUILDING CODE AND THE IMPLEMENTING OF SUCH FEES TO ADMINISTER THE BUILDING INSPECTION PROGRAM IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREAS OF MOHAVE COUNTY IDENTIFIED AS BEING ZONED COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL OR URBAN OVERLAY ZONE. WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors may adopt a building code and other related codes to regulate the quality and type of materials and workmanship of all aspects of the construction of buildings and structures pursuant to A.R.S. Title II, Chapter 6, Article 3, Section 11-861 A, and WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors adopted Mohave County's first building code on March 6, 1984, and a revised building code on March 23, 1992. The current building code, as adopted, includes the 199I edition of the Uniform Codes and the 1990 edition of the National Electrical Code. The International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) and the other promulgating sources publish updated editions of their respective codes every three (3) years, and WHEREAS, the proposed Ordinance No. 98-05 rescinds Ordinance 92-1; establishes rules and regulations for administering and enforcing the various codes; provides for the issuance of permits, the collection of fees, penalties for violations, and brings the Mohave County Building Inspection Program up to new standards being used by the construction industry; incorporates accessibility standards in accord with A.R.S. Section 41-1492.03.B.; prepares the Mohave County Building Inspection Program for review by the Insurance Services Office; and also addresses technical innovations to provide minimum standards to safeguard the general public, and WHEREAS, the Building Code Advisory Board considered the provisions of Ordinance No. 98-05 at its special meeting of November 12, 1997 and at its regular meeting of January 13, 1998 and unanimously recommended approval for adoption, and WHEREAS, at the public hearing before the Mohave County Planning and Zoning Conmfission on March 11, 1998, the Commission recommended APPROVAL for the Adoption of Ordinance 98-05, and WHEREAS, the notice of hearing was published in The Standard, a newspaper of general circulation in Kingman, Mohave County, Arizona, April 18, 1998 and posted on April 17, 1998, as required by Arizona Revised Statutes and the Mohave County Zoning Regulations. PAGE 2 ()F 76 BI',. ~08~I P6 e.~7 FEE:f:98027!.'d MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF MOHAVE COUNTY ARIZONA PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION AND ENFORCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION AND RELATED CODES PROMULGATED BY NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED ORGANIZATIONS, INCLUDING THE 1996 EDITION OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, FOR PORTIONS OF THE UNINCORPORATED AREAS OF MOHAVE COUNTY IDENTIFIED AS AN URBAN OVERLAY ZONE OR COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL ZONE, TO REGULATE THE QUALITY, ACCESSIBILITY, TYPE OF MATERIAL, AND WORKMANSHIP OF ALL ASPECTS OF CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDING OR STRUCTURES; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND COLLECTION OF FEES THEREFORE; PROVIDING FOR A BUILDING CODE ADVISORY BOARD; PROVIDING FOR PERIODIC UPDATING OF THE TECHNICAL CODES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. It is hereby ordained by the Board of Supervisors of Mohave County Arizona, as follows: SECTION 1 PROPOSED AREA OF JURISDICTION A. The purpose of the Mohave County Building Code shall be to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, erection, construction, reconstruction, enlargement, reduction, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, restoration, occupancy, use, installation or change of equipment, quality of materials, workmanship, location, height, area and maintenance of buildings and structures within the unincorporated areas of Mohave County. B. The Mohave County Building Code, as adopted herein, shall apply to the unincorporated areas of the County which are zoned URBAN OVERLAY ZONE and COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL construction in all zones, pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS), Title 11, Chapter 6, Article 3, Section 11-861 A. Unincorporated areas of Mohave County which are zoned RURAL OVERLAY ZONE are hereby exempt from the provisions of this code for the construction of one and two family dwellings and their associated accessory buildings and structures. SECTION 2 TECHNICAL CODES A. The following described tectufical codes and their appendices, except as specifically amended herein, are hereby adopted by reference, as if fully set out herein, as the content of the MOHAVE COUNTY BUILDiNG CODE pursuant to ARS, Title 11, Chapter 6, Article 3, Sections 11-861 through 11-866. Three (3) copies of these documents are to be kept on file in the office of the clerk of the Board of Supervisors of Mohave County, Arizona. 1. Dwelling Construction Under the Uniform Building Code, ICBO 1991 Edition. 2. The Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, ICBO, 1991 Edition. 3. The Uniform Fire Code, including all appendices IFCI/ICBO, 1991 Edition. Bt<. 308~- P,3 9z~8 FEE~?802Zi.¢i MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 2 4. The Uniform Building Code Standards, ICBO, 1991 Edition. 5. The Uniform Fire Code Standards, IFCI/ICBO, 1991 Edition. 6. The Uniform Code for Swimming Pools & Spas, ICBO, 1991 Edition. 7. Uniform Sign Code, ICBO, 1991 Edition. 8. The Unifom~ Building Code, ICBO, 1991 Edition. 9. The Uniform Mechanical Code, ICBO, 1991 Edition. 10. The Uniform Plumbing Code, I.A.M.P.O.,1991 Edition. 11. National Electrical Code, NFPA, 1996 Edition. 12. Promulgation Sources The following entities are the adopted promulgating source of the referenced codes: ICBO International Conference of Building Officials IAPMO International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials NFPA National Fire Protection Association IFCI International Fire Code Institute BUILDING STANDARDS International Conference of Building Officials, bimonthly publication. B. EDITIONS AND UPDATES The model codes listed in Section 2A above, promulgated by nationally recognized sources, are hereby adopted by reference. As subsequent updated editions are published by their respective promulgating sources, such new editions shall become effective when specifically adopted by the Board of Supervisors in the manner prescribed in ARS Title 11, Chapter. 6, Sec 11-861. The current timetable from the promulgating sources provides updated editions of their respective codes every three (3) years. C. COORDINATION AMENDMENTS In the interest of coordination of the content and interpretations of building codes among the cities and towns and Mohave County, this code may be amended from time to time by adopting selected coordinated provisions from the adopted building codes of the incorporated cities within Mohave County. ?AGE 4. £)~: :'6 BK 30~*,4 P'fi 949 FEE$930271/il MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 3 D. RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER REGULATIONS This code shall, to the extent feasible, be coordinated with all other County regulations, especially those pertaining to health, safety, planning and zoning, flood control and similar regulations, but this code does not supplement and/or negate the requirements of any exist'mg regulations. In cases where differing requirements exist, the most restrictive shall apply. SECTION 3 APPLICABILITY Except as specifically limited or exempted herein, this code shall apply to ali construction described in Section 1 "Proposed Area of Jurisdiction" within the unincorporated areas of Mohave County except as follows: A. Federal land, except land leased or used for private and/or commercial development. B. Indian tribal lands. C. Construction or operation or repair or maintenance, incidental to the following: 1. Irrigation and drainage ditches, or appurtenances thereto, of regularly constituted districts or reclamation districts. 2. To farming, dairying, agriculture, viticulture, horticulture or stock or poultry raising. 3. Clearing or other work upon land for fire prevention purposes. D. For the construction of one and two family dwellings and their associated accessory buildings and structures on land zoned "Rural" pursuant to Section 12.1 "Rural/Urban Overlay Zones" of Mohave County Planning and Zoning Ordinance, pursuant to ARS 11-861. E. Those uses exempted by ARS 11-865 and 11-830. F. For the installation of a manufactured home (mobile home as defined by the Mohave County Planning and Zoning Ordinance) EXCEPT that electrical services and all attachments and/or affixtures shall be required to comply with those respective portions of this code. G. Devices used in manufacturing, processing or fabrication normally considered as involved in industry and construction, operation and maintenance of electric, gas, water or other public utility systems operated by public service corporations operating under a franchise or certificate of convenience and necessity. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 4 SECTION 4 CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL A. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. The Chief Building Official is hereby authorized and directed to enfome all provisions of this Code. 2. The Chief Building Official shall formulate and adopt policies and procedures to implement the provisions of this Code, and to secure the intent thereof. No such policies and procedures shall have the effect of waiving teclmical provisions specifically provided in the referenced Codes or of violating accepted engineering practices. 3. The Chief Building Official shall ensure that: a. All County law enforcement officials and agencies, whenever requested by the Chief Building Official, participate in and assist the Chief Building Official in the enforcement of this Code to the extent that they are lawfully authorized to so do. b. All Department officials and employees of Mohave County vested with the authority to issue permits or licenses shall comply with the provisions of this Code. c. Any permit or license so issued in conflict with the provisions of this Code shall be null and void. SECTION 5 PERMITS A. Permits shall be required for all construction, unless specifically exempted, as set forth in the "Permit" sections of each of the referenced Codes, and Section 3 "Applicability" of this Ordinance. SECTION 6 FEES A. FEES REOUIRED Fees for permits shall be assessed as provided for pursuant to ARS 11-863-C in the "FEES" section of this Ordinance. FEE EXEMPTION FOR LOW TO MODERATE INCOME HOUSING Permits shall be required for the construction and repair of low to moderate income single family dwellings and accessory uses; however, fees shall not be charged for the construction of single family dwellings or repairs to single family dwellings and associated accessory structures when all of the following conditions are met: PA6E 6 !])F 76 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 5 a. Construction shall be performed by volunteer labor under the direction of a County- approved, private, not-for-profit agency whose purpose is to construct or repair affordable housing units for low to moderate income families. b. The housing units are intended solely for the private use, ownership and occupancy by low to moderate income residents of Mohave County. c. The housing units will be occupied only by the owner or owners and their families; furthermore, they shall not be rented or leased, in whole or in part, or offered for sale within one year of the date of the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy following final approval of the work. B. FEE SCHEDULE 1. The schedule of fees shall be formulated by the Chief Building Official. 2. Such fee schedule shall be formulated to generate sufficient revenue to offset the anticipated costs of enforcement, operation, training and functions of the Mohave County Building Code by the Building Inspection Division. 3. The Fee Schedule shall be as per the "Fee Section" for each of the referenced codes herein except as modified by this ordinance, including 'Exhibit A' entitled "Mohave County Building Code Permit Fees." 'Exhibit A' is attached to and part of this ordinance. 4. The square foot valuation shall be as per the "Building Valuation Data" printed in the ICBO Publication "Building Standards," updated data as of the May/June edition of 1991, to become effective upon passage of this Ordinance and as subsequent updated editions of this publication are adopted pursuant to Section 2-B "Editions and Updates", EXCEPT as hereafter noted: a. Valuation of residential additions, including additions to manufactured homes (mobile home): $28.00 per sq. ft. b. Valuation of lightweight, metal-type carports and/or patio awning covers: $5.00 per sq. ft. c. Valuation of re-roofing including roof structure replacement: $5.00 per sq. ft. d. Valuation of swimming pools: In-ground construction $20.00 per sq. ft. Aboveground construction $8.00 per sq. ft. e. Valuation of ramadas or cabanas and/or new flame roofs over existing approved structures or buildings: $12.00 per sq. ft. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 6 f. Valuation of fireplaces: "Zero clearance" and/or factory built fireplaces and solid fuel burning appliances: $1,000.00 Valuation Masonry-built fireplaces: $2,000.00 Valuation g. Valuation of walls and/or partitions to enclose areas under existing approved roofed areas or within existing approved buildings or structures: Wood frame construction: $3.00 per sq. ft. Masonry construction: $4.00 per sq. ft. h. Valuation of concrete slabs/foundations: Without any plumbing or electrical: $3.00 per sq. ft. With plumbing or electrical: $4.00 per sq. fl. i. Valuation of raised decks/porches 30" or more above any finished grade: (Additional for roof same as awnings/carports) $7.00 per sq. ft. j. Valuation of interior improvements/remodeling: Commercial including partitions, ceilings, shelving, etc.: $20.00 per sq. ft. Residential: $10.00 per sq. ft. k. Permit fee for change of use or occupancy inspection of an existing approved building or structure: $50.00 flat fee Plus any fee(s) requiredJbr additional permits for any physical changes and/or work being done to the structure or building requiring permits. 1. Permit fee for electrical services for the installation of a Manufactured Home: $ 35.00 flat fee m. Valuation offences and walls: Chain link/wood/stucco over six (6) feet high: $I .00 per sq. ft. Masonry and concrete fence over (4) four feet in height: $2.00 per sq. ft. Retaining Walls: $4.00 per sq. ft. n. Valuation of stucco/lath installation on existing buildings: $ ! .00 per sq. ft. o. Valuation of dry wall installation on existing buildings: $1.00 per sq. ft. p. Permit fee for signs: Per Zoning Ordinance (Plus electrical when applicable) q. Permit fee for sewer permit $30.00 flat fee (When a perm#for other plumbing is not applicable) PAGE MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 7 r. Permit fee for adding a bathroom in an existing private garage: $30.00 flat fee s. Permit fee for demolition of any building or structure: $35.00 per building t. Permit fee for removal and/or installation of underground storage tanks: $50.00 per tank C. Valuation of buildings and/or structures or other projects not specifically listed shall be determined by the Chief Building Official in accordance with building industry cost standards. D. In addition to penalties prescribed in Section 7 of this Ordinance, an investigation fee as provided for in the referenced codes shall be charged for commencing construction requiring a permit prior to obmi~fing a permit. The investigation fee shall be equal to, and shall be in addition to, the amount of the required permit fee. SECTION 7 VIOLATION. PENALTIES. AND REMEDIES A. When it is found that work has been started prior to obtaining a permit when one is required for such work, an investigation fee equal to the permit fee and in addition to the permit fee shall be collected regardless of whether a permit is subsequently issued. B. It is unlawful to erect, construct, reconstruct, enlarge, reduce, alter, repair, convert, restore, move, remove, demolish, or to use any structure, excavation, or space between structures, or install or alter any specified equipment or facilities, systems or materials without a valid permit therefore, or in violation of a regulation or any provision of any referenced code of this Ordinance. C. Any person, firu~, or corporation violating this Ordinance or any part thereof, or any referenced code, is guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor. Each and every day during which the unlawful structure, portion of the structure, excavation, use, equipment, or other violation continues or remains is a separate offense. D. If any building, structure, space, excavation, equipment or use is, or is proposed to be, erected, constructed, reconstructed, altered, maintained or used in violation of this Ordinance, the County Attorney, the Chief Building Official and/or his authorized representative, or any other adjacent or neighboring property owner who is specifically damaged by the violation in addition to the other remedies provided by law, may institute injunction, mandamus, abatement or any other appropriate action or proceedings to prevent or abate or remove the unlawful erection, construction, reconstruction, alteration, maintenance, excavation or use. E. All remedies provided herein shall be cumulative and not exclusive. The conviction of any person, firm or corporation hereunder shall not relieve such person from the responsibility to correct such violation, nor prevent the enforcement, correction or removal thereof. PAGE ? OF 76 I.'~,}~ :";084 F'G 9.[-;4- MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 8 SECTION 8 ADVISORY BOARD A. Pursuant to ARS 11-862, there is hereby created the Mohave County Building Code Advisory Board consisting of at least five (5) but not more than seven (7) voting members appointed by the Board of Supervisors serving four (4) year terms, staggered so that at least one (1) but not more than two (2) terms expire each year. Vacancies shall be filled for an unexpired term in the same manner which original appointments were made. B. Members of the Mohave County Building Code Advisory Board shall include representatives of the following categories to the extent the persons meeting the qualifications are available and willing to serve and are residents of Mohave County. 1. An architect duly licensed in the State of Arizona; 2. A professional engineer duly licensed in the State of Arizona; 3. A general contractor duly licensed in the State of Arizona; 4. A person engaged and duly licensed in the State of Arizona in the electrical, plumbing, or mechanical trade; 5. A person representing the general public and a resident of the County not having the above qualifications. C. The Chief Building Official shall serve without vote as an Ex-Officio member of the Mohave County Building Code Advisory Board and shall serve as secretary to the Board. D. The Building Code Advisory Board shall serve as the Board for all decisions and actions of the Chief Building Official and to determine the suitability of alternative materials and construction and to provide interpretations of this code. The Building Code Advisory Board shall have no authority relative to interpretation of the administrative provisions of this code nor shall the Board be empowered to waive requirements of this code or those provisions specifically provided in the referenced codes or of violating accepted engineering practices. Decisions of the Board shall be binding upon the Chief Building Official and the appealing party, subject to further appeal to the Superior Court. SECTION 9 SEVERABILITY A. This Ordinance, and the various parts and referenced codes hereof, are hereby declared to be severable. If any section, subsection, clause, word or phrase herein is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, such holds shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 9 SECTION 10 EFFECTIVE DATE A. This Ordinance shall be and is hereby declared to be in full force and become effective thirty (30) days from the date of final passage and approval. B. This Ordinance shall have no effect on any structure or portions of structures under construction pursuant to valid building and/or zoning permits obtained prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, provided such permits are not allowed to expire by limitation prior to receiving a Certificate of Occupancy. Such structures shall be completed pursuant to the regulations in force at the time such valid permit was issued. C. Mohave County Ordinance No. 92-1 is hereby repealed in its entirety thirty (30) days from approval of this Ordinance. SECTION 11 AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS TO TECHNICAL CODES A. The Uniform Building Code, ICBO, 1991 Edltion, together with all appendices thereto with the following amendments and deletions: 1. Section 302 (bi Plans and Specifications Add to the third sentence the following: "...and shall require such plans, computations and specifications to be prepared by an Arizona Licensed Registrant when such are required to be sealed by the Arizona Technical Board of Registration." 2. Section 301 (b) Work Exempt from Permit Item 2 add: "EXCEPTION: Block fences or concrete walls over four (4) feet in height not exempted." 3. Section 304lb) Permit Fees Delete in its entirety and rewrite as follows: "Permit and other fees shall be as set forth in Section 6 of this Ordinance." 4. Section 304 lc) Plan Review Fees Rewrite the last sentence of paragraph one and add the additional sentence as follows: "Said plan review fee shall be sixty-five percent (65%) of the building permit fee as set forth in Section 6 of this ordinance." "EXCEPTION: Plan review fees for single family dwellings and accessory uses to single 0 family dwellings shall be twenty-five percent (25 Vo) of the building permit fees." 5. Add a NEW Section 304 (g) as follows: MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 10 Section 304 (g) Standardized Plan Review Permit applicants proposing to build residential buildings and/or residential accessory structures of exactly the same design on multiple sites within the Urban Overlay Zone of Mohave County may request, on forms provided by the Building Division, the plans be reviewed and approved as standard plans. Thereafter, when that applicant submits plans designated "standard plans" for review, he shall receive a minimal comparison plan review, along with a review of a site specific plot plan including grading and drainage. The standardized plan review' fee shall be ten per cent (10%) of the building permit fee. If applicable, grading or required fees for other plan reviews shall be in addition to the standardized plan review fee. If the plans are altered, or the building site or soils reports require redesign, additional plan review fees become applicable or the plan may be required to be re-standardized. 6. Section 205 Violations Add the following sentence: "Violation of this code shall be pursuant to Section 7 of this Ordinance." 7. Section 308 (a) Use and Occupancy [Certificate of Occupancy! Delete the following exception after the first paragraph: "EXCEPTION: Group R, Division 3 and M Occupancies." 8. Section 423 Value or Valuation (Definition of} Delete and rewrite as follows: VALUE OR VALUATION of a building shall be the estimated cost to replace the building and structure in kind, based on current replacement costs, as determined in Section 304 (b) which shall be the average square footage cost as set forth in the ICBO publication "BUILDING STANDARDS", updated data of the May/June edition of 1991, to become effective as pursuant to Section 6.B.3 of this Ordinance." 9. CHAPTER 31 ACCESSIBILITY Delete the contents of Chapter 31 in its entirety and replace it with 'Exhibit B' entitled "Accessibility." Accessibility for persons with disabilities to buildings or portions of buildings shall be provided for as required by 'Exhibit B' "Accessibility," which exhibit conforms to ARS Title 41, Chapter 9, Article 8, 'Arizonans with Disabilities Act', Section 41-1492. 'Exhibit B' is attached to and a part of this ordinance. 10. Appendix Chapter 70 Excavation and Grading Revision a. Section 7001 Purpose The purpose of this appendix is to safeguard life, limb, property and the public welfare by regulating grading on private property. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 11 b. Section 7002 Scope Delete in its entirety and rewrite as follows: "This appendix sets forth rules and regulations to control excavation, grading and earthwork construction, including fills and embankments; establishes the administrative procedure for issuance of permits; and provides for approval of plans and inspection of grading construction within the Mohave County Urban Overlay Zones, sites that are in process as possible subdivided property in accordance with Section 4.10 of the Mohave County Subdivision Regulations, and on commercial sites overseen by the County Building Official." c. Section 7003 (b) Exempted Work Delete Nos. 9 and 10 in their entirety and rewrite as follows: 9. A fill less than 2 feet in depth and placed on natural terrain with a slope flatter than 5 horizontal to 1 vertical, or less than 3 feet in depth, and not intended to support structures, amd which does not exceed 100 cubic yards on any one lot and does not obstruct a drainage course. EXCEPTION: Fill material intended to support a structure shall require a permit, shall be placed in lifts not to exceed 12", and each lift shall be compacted to 90 percent of maximum density as verified by a compaction report. 10. Existing agricultural activity and agricultural activity not involving artificial drainage of land; or agricultural activities that qualify for agricultural tax exemption under Arizona Law. Add No. 11 as follows: 11. Mohave County Public Works Projects d. Section 7005 Definitions Add the following definition: Building Official: Building Official shall be the Mohave County Engineer for all engineered grading. e. Section 7006 (d~ Engineered Grading Requirements Rewrite as follows: "...and supporting data consisting of a soil engineering report, drainage report, and may require an engineering geology report." f. Table Number 70-A Grading Plan Review Fees Delete the first two (2) lines and rewrite as follows: 0 to 100 cubic yards "no fee". Add the following paragraph: "EXCEPTION: When supporting a building or structure, fill of 100 cubic yards or less shall be subject to a $15.00 plan review fee." PA(iE !3 OF 76 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 12 g. Table Number 70-B Grading Fees Delete the first two (2) lines and rewrite as follows: 0 to 100 cubic yards "no fee". Add the following paragraph: "EXCEPTION: When supporting a building or structure, fill of 100 cubic yards or less shall be subject to a $22.50 permit fee." 11. Section 7008 Bonds Rewrite as follows: "The Building Official shall require bonds in the amount of fifty cents ($0.50) per yard of total cut or fill, whichever is greater." 12. Section 7014 (0 Building Official Rewrite as follows: "The Building Official may inspect the project..." (Remainder the same.) 13. Appendix Delete in their entirety the following Appendix chapters: a. Appendix Chapter 12, Division I "Life-Safety Requirements for Existing Buildings Other Than High-Rise Buildings" b. Appendix Chapter 23, Division II "Earthquake Recording Instrumentation" c. Appendix Chapter 51 "Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators and Moving Walks" d. Appendix Chapter 53 "Energy Conservation in New Building Construction" B. The Uniform Plumbing Code. IAPMO/ICBO. 1991 Edition. together with all appendices thereto including IAPMO installation standards with the following amendments and deletions: 1. Section 20.3 Violations and Penalties Delete the first paragraph in its entirety and rewrite as follows: "Violation of this Code and penalties for such violations shall be pursuant to Section 7 of this Ordinance." 2. Section 30.4 (al Permit Fees Delete in its entirety and rewrite as follows: "Permit and other fees shall be as set forth in Section 6 of this Ordinance." Add the following paragraph: "EXCEPTION: Separate plumbing permits and fees shall not be required for single family residential construction if such work is included on the approved plans at the time a building permit is issued for such building." 3. Section 30.4 (bi Plan Review Fees Delete all references to "TABLE No. 3-A" and replace with: "Section 6 of this Ordinance." MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 13 Add the following paragraph: "EXCEPTION: Separate plumbing plan review fees shall not be required for single family residential construction if such work is included on the approved plans at the time a building permit is obtained for such building and/or structure." 4. Section 20.4 Board of Appeals Add the following: "The Board of Appeals shall be the Mohave County Building Code Advisory Board as pursuant to Section 8 of this Ordinance." 5. Appendix Delete in its entirety the following: Appendix I "Private Sewage Disposal Systems". 6. CHAPTER 9 PLUMBING FIXTURES Add a new section which shall be read as follows: a. Section 913 Water Conservation Requirements New or replacement plumbing fixtures, fittings, and devices installed in existing, new or renovated residential, commercial, industrial and public construction shall meet the water saving performance standards required pursuant to ARS Title 45, Chapter 1, Article 12, Water Conservation Plumbing Requirements, Sections 45-311 to 45- 320, and shall be listed or certified in accordance with applicable standards referenced or listed by an approved agency such as those noted in Chapter 2 or Table A of the Uniform Plumbing Code, 1991 edition. C. The Uniform Mechanical Code. IAPMO/ICBO. 1991 Edition, together with all appendices thereto with the following amendments m~d deletions: i. Section 203 Board of Appeals Delete in its entirety and rewrite as follows: "The Board of Appeals shall be the Mohave County Building Code Advisory Board as pursuant to Section 8 of this Ordinance." 2. Section 204 Violations Delete in its entirety and rewrite as follows: "Violation of this code shall be as pursuant to Section 7 of this Ordinance." 3. Section 304 (b) Permit Fees Delete in its entirety and rewrite as follows: "The fee for each permit shall be as set forth in Section 6 of this Ordinance." Add the following paragraph: "EXCEPTION: Separate mechanical permits and fees shall not be required for single family residential construction if such work is included on the approved plans at the time a building permit is issued for such building and/or structure." PAGE ].5 OF 7~, BI< ~J084, P~ %0 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 14 4. Section 304 (c~ Plan Review Fees Delete all references to "TABLE No. 3-A" and replace with: "Section 6 of this Ordinance." Add the following paragraph: "EXCEPTION: Separate mechanical plan review fees shall not be required for single family residential construction if such work is included on the approved plans at the time a building permit is obtained for such building and/or structure." D. The National Electrical Code. 1996 Edition. including the administrative code provisions, together with all appendices thereto, with the following amendments and deletions: 1. Section 304 (a) Permit Fees Add the following paragraphs: "The fee for each permit shall be as set forth in Section 6 of this Ordinance." "EXCEPTION: Separate electrical permits and fees shall not be required for single family residential construction if such work is included on the approved plans at the time a building permit is obtained for such building and/or structure." 2. Section 304 (bi Plan Review Fees Delete all references to "TABLE No. 3-A" and replace with: "Section 6 of this Ordinance." Add the following paragraph: "EXCEPTION: Separate electrical plan review fees shall not be required for single family residential construction if such work is included on the approved plans at the time a building permit is obtained for such building." 3. Section 304 (d) Violation and Penalties Delete in its entirety and rewrite as follows: "Violation of this code shall be as pursuant to Section 7 of this Ordinance." APPROVED FOR FINAL PASSAGE AND ADOPTION THIS __ DAY OF ., 1998. MOHAVE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ATTEST James R. Zaborsky, Chairman Pat Chastain, Clerk PAGE 1.6 OF' 76 ~},K ~08~ PG 96~. FEE~?8017!~! MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 15 EXHIBIT A MOHAVE COUNTY BUILDING, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING CODE PERMIT FEES TABLE 1-A BUILDING PERMIT FEES TOTAL VALUATION FEE Up to $500.00 $20.00 $501.00 to $2,000.00 $20.00 for the first $500.00 plus $2.50 for each additional $100.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000.00 $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 $57.50 for the first $2,000.00 plus $11.50 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000.00 $25,001.00 to $50,000.00 $319.00 for the first $25,000.00 plus $8.00 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000.00 $50,001.00 to $100,000.00 $525.00 for the first $50,000.00 plus $5.75 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000.00 $100,001.00 to $500,000.00 $810.00 for the first $100,000.00 plus $4.50 for each additional $i,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000.00 $500,001.00 to $2,583.25 for the first $500,000.00 plus $4.00 for each $1,000,000.00 additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof, to and including $1,000,000.00 $1,000,001.00 and up $4,483.25 for the first $1,000,000.00 plus $2.50 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof Other Inspections and Fees: 1. Inspections outside of normal business hours ...................... $42.00 per hour [Minimum charge - two (2) hours] 2. Reinspection fees assessed under provisions of Section 305 (g) ........ $42.00 per hour 3. Fees for which no fee is specifically indicated ..................... $42.00 per hour [Minimum charge - one-half (V=) hour] 4. Additional plan review required by changes, additions or revisions to plans [minimum charge one-half (½) hour] ...................... $42.00 per hour 5. For use of outside consultants for plan checking and inspections, or both, including County administrative and overhead costs ............ Actual Costs PAGE 17 OF '~'". BK Z*084 F'a. 962 F,E-~.,,,J~,-'~:':"°~"'~-~L.";. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 16 TABLE 1-B MECHANICAL PERMIT FEES Permit Issuance 1. For the issuance of each permit $22.00 2. For issuing each supplememal permit for which the original permit has not expired, been canceled or finaled. $6.50 Unit Fee Schedule (Note: The following do not include permit-issuing fee.) Furnaces For the installation or relocation of each forced-air or gravity-type furnace or burner, including ducts and vents attached to such appliance, up to and including 100,000 Btu/h $12.00 For the installation or relocation of each forced-air or gravity furnace or burner, including ducts and vents attached to such appliance over 100,000 Btu/h $14.50 For the installation or relocation of each floor furnace, including vent $12.00 For the installation or relocation of each suspended heater, recessed wall heater or floor- I mounted unit heater $12.00 2. Appliance Vents For the installation, relocation or replacement of each appliance vent installed and not included in an appliance permit $6.00 3. Repairs or Additions For the repair of, alteration of, or addition to each heating appliance, refrigeration unit, cooking unit, absorption or evaporative cooling system, including installation of controls regulated by the Mechanical Code $11.25 4. Boilers, Compressors and Absorption Systems BK 3Cl~,~ F'G 961] MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 17 For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor to and including three horsepower, or for each absorption system to and including 100,000 Btu/h $11.85 For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over three horsepower to and including 15 horsepower, or for each absorption system over 100,000 Btu/h to and including 500,000 BtWh $20.25 For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over 15 horsepower to and including 30 horsepower, or for each absorption system over 500,000 Btu/h to and including 1,000,000 Btu/h $29.75 For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over 30 horsepower to and including 50 horsepower, or for each absorption system over 1,000,000 BtWh to and including 1,750,000 Btu/h $44.25 For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over 50 horsepower, or for each absorption system over 1,750,000 Btu/h $74.00 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 18 TABLE 1-B MECHANICAL PERMIT FEES continued 5. Air Handlers Note: This fee does not apply to an air-handling unit which is a portion ora factory-assembled appliance, cooling unit, evaporative cooler or absorption unit for which a permit is required elsewhere in the Mechanical Code. For each air-handling unit to and including 10,000 cubic feet per minute, including ducts attached thereto $8.50 For each air-handling unit exceeding 10,000 cfm $14.50 6. Evaporative Coolers For each cooler other than $8.50 evaporative portable type 7. Ventilation and Exhaust For each ventilation fan connected to a single duct $6.00 For each ventilation system which is not a portion of heating or air-conditioning system authorized by a permit $8.50 For the installation of each hood which is served by mechanical exhaust, including ducts for such hood $8.50 8. Incinerators For the installation or relocation of each domestic-type incinerator $14.50 For the installation or relocation of each commercial or industrial-type incinerator $59.50 9, Miscellaneous For each appliance or piece of equipment regulated by the Mechanical Code but not I classed in other appliance categories, or for which no other fee is listed in the codeI $8.50 ~!{' 3!'J8~ F'G ?65 , MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 19 Appendix B, Chapter 13, permit fees for fuel-gas piping shall be as follows: For each gas-piping system of one to five outlets I $5.00 For each additional gas piping system outletI $1.00 Appendix B, chapter 14, permit fees for process piping shall be as follows: For each hazardous process piping system (HPP) of one to four outlets $5.00 For each piping system of five or more outlets, per outlet $1.00 For each nonhazardous process piping system (NPP) of one to four outlets $2.00 For each piping system of five or more outlets, per outlet $0.50 Other Inspections and Fees: Inspections outside normal business hours, per hour (minimum charge - two hours) $42.00 Reinspection fees assessed under provisions of Section 305 (f), per inspection $42.00 Additional plan review required by changes, additions, or revisions to plans for which an initial review has been completed (minimum charge V2 hour) $42.00 FW~E 2] JiF 7,~ MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 20 TABLE I-C ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES Permit Issuance 1. For the issuance of each electrical permit $22.00 2. For the issuing of each supplemental permit for which the original permit has not expired, been canceled, nor finale& $6.50 System Fee Schedule (Note: The following clo not include permit-issuing fee.) 1. New Residential Buildings The following fees shall include all wiring and electrical equipment in or on each building, or other electrical equipment on the same premises constructed at the same time. Multifamily. For new multifamily buildings (apartments and condominiums) having three or more dwelling units constructed at the same time, not including the area of garages, carports and accessory buildings, per square foot. $0.040 Single- and two-family. For new single- and two-family residential buildings constructed at the same time and not including the area of garages, carports, and accessory buildings, $0.045 per square foot. 2. Private Swimming Pools IFor new private, in-ground swimming pools for single-family and multifamily occupancies including a complete system of necessary branch circuit wiring, bonding, grounding, under water lighting, water pumping and other similar electrical equipment directly related to the operation of a swimming pool, each pool. $39.50 PA(;E 2? OF '76 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 21 3. Carnivals and Circuses Carnivals, circuses, or other traveling shows or exhibitions utilizing transportable rides, booths, displays and attractions. For electrical generators and electrically driven rides, each $20.00 For mechanically driven rides and walk-through attractions or displays having electric lighting, each $6.00 For a system of area and booth lighting, each $6.00 For permanently installed ride, booths, displays, and attractions, use the Unit Fee Schedule. N/A 4. Temporary Power Service For temporary service pole or pedestal including all pole or pedestal-mounted receptacle outlets and appurtenances, each $20.00 For a temporary distribution system and temporary lighting and receptacle outlets for construction sites, decorative lights, Christmas tree sales lots, fire works stands, etc., each $10.00 Unit Fee Schedule 6Yore: The fo#owing do not include the permit-issuing fee.) 1. Receptacle, Switch and Light Outlets For receptacle, switch, light or other outlets at which current is used or controlled, except services, feeders and meters: First 20 fixtures, each I $1.00 I I I Additional fixtures, each $0.65 Note: For multi outlet assemblies, each 5 feet or fraction thereof may be considered as one outlet. 2. Lighting Fixtures For lighting fixtures, sockets or other lamp-holding devices: First 20 fixtures, each $1.00 Additional fixtures, each $0.65 For pole or platform-mounted lighting fixtures, each $1.00 For theatrical-type lighting fixtures or assemblies, each $1.00 3. Residential Appliances For fixed residential appliances or receptacle outlets for same, including wall-mounted electric ovens; counter-mounted cooking tips; electric ranges; self- contained room, console or through-wall air conditioners; space heaters; food waste grinders; dishwashers; washing machines; water heaters; clothes dryers; or other motor-operated appliances not exceeding one horsepower (HP) (746 W) in $4.00 rating, each 4. Nonresidential Appliances MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 22 For nonresidential appliances and self-contained factory-wired, nonresidential appliances not exceeding one horsepower (HP) or kilovolt-ampere (kVA), in rating including medical and dental devices; food, beverage and ice cream cabinets; illuminated show cases; drinking fountains; vending machines; laundry machines; or other similar types of equipment, each $4.00 Note: For other types of air conditioners and other motor -driven appliances having larger electrical ratings, see Power Apparatus. 5. Power Apparatus For motors, generators,, transfom~ers. Rectifiers, synchronous converters, capacitors, industrial heating, air conditioners, and heat pumps, cooking or baking equipment and other apparatus, as follows: Rating in horsepower (HP), kilowatts (kW), kilovolt-amperes (kVA) or kilovolt-amperes-reactive (KVAR): Up to and including 1, each $4.00 Over 1 and not over 10, each $10.00 Over 10 and not over 50, each $20.00 Over 50 and not over 100, each $39.50 Over 100, each $59.50 Notes: 1 .For equipment or appliances having more than one motor, transformer, heater, etc., the sum of the combined ratings may be used. 2. These fees include all switches, circuit breakers, contactors, thermostats, relays, and other directly related control equipment. 6. Busways For and each 100 feet fraction thereof $6.00 trolley plug-in-type busways, or Note: An additional fee is required for lighting fixtures, motors, and other appliances that are connected to trolley and plug-in-type busways. A fee is not required for portable tools. 7. Signs, Outline Lighting and Marquees For signs, outline lighting systems or marquees supplied from one branch circuit, each $20.00 For additional branch circuits within the same sign, outline lighting system or marquee, each $4.00 8. Services For services of 600 volts or less and not over 200 amperes in rating, each $24.50 For services of 600 volts or less and over 200 amperes to 1,000 amperes, each $49.50 For services over 600 volts or over 1,000 amperes in rating, each $99.00 9. Miscellaneous Apparatus, Conduits and Conductors PAGE 24 OF 76 ~K ~.~07; P~] 969 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 23 For electrical apparatus, conduits, and conductors for which a permit is required but for which no fee is herein set forth $14.50 Other Inspections and Fees: 1. Inspections outside of normal business hours, per hour (minimum charge- two hours) $42.00 2. P,.einspection fees assessed under provisions of Section 305.8, per inspection $42.00 3. Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated, per hour (minimum Charge- one- $42.00 half hour) 4. Additional plan review required by changes, additions or revisions to plans for which an initial review has been completed (minimum charge- one-half hour) $42.00 PAGE 25 0F 76 MOHAYE COUNTY OI~INANCE NO. 9g-8~ Pa~e TABLE 1-D PLUMBING PERMIT FEES Permit Issuance 2 For Issuing Each Permit $ 20.00 For issuing each supplemental permit $ 20.00 Unit Fee Schedule (Note: The following do not include the permit issuing fee) 1. For each plumbing fixture on one trap or a set o£ fixtures on one trap (including water, drainage piping and backflow protection therefor) $7.00 2. For each building sewer and each trailer park sewer $15.00 3. Rainwater systems - per drain (inside building) $7.00 4. For each water heater and/or vent $7.00 5. For each gas- piping system of one to five outlets $5.00 6. For each additional gas-piping system outlet, per outlet $1.00 7. For each industrial waste pretreatment interceptor including its trap and vent, $7.00 excepting kitchen-type grease interceptors functioning as fixture traps 8. For each installation, alteration or repair of water piping and/or water treating $7.00 equipment, each 9. For each repair or alteration of drainage or vent piping, each fixture $7.00 10. For each lawn sprinkler system on any one meter including backflow protection $7.00 devices therefor 11. For atmospheric-type vacuum breakers not included in item 10:1 to 5 $5.00 over 5, each $1.00 12. For each backflow protective device other than atmospheric type vacuum breakers: 2 inch $7.00 diameter and smaller $15.00 over 2 inch diameter 13. For each cesspool (where permitted) $25.00 14. For each private sewage disposal system $40.00 Other Inspections and Fees 1. Inspections outside normal business hours (minimum charge 2 hours) $42.00/hour 2. Reinspection fee, per inspection $42.00 3. Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated, per inspection $42.00 4. Additional plan review required by changes, additions, or revisions to approved $42.00 plans (minimum charge one-half hour) ,~:'¢~GE 2& OF 76 3084 P'..3 ~71 FEE¢'?80??!41 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 25 EXHIBIT B CHAPTER 31 - ACCESSIBILITY PART 1 - GENERAL SECTION 3101 - SCOPE 3101.1 General. Buildings, or portions, of buildings shall be accessible to persons with disabilities as required by this chapter. Chapter 31 has been amended to comply with the Federal Fair Housing ACT (FHA), the Federal Fair Housing Act Guidelines (FHAG) as published by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) (March 1991) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) as published by the U.S. Architectural and Transportation Barriers compliance Board and Department of Justice (July 1991). Reference is made to Appendix Chapter 31 for requirements not regulated by this chapter. See Chapter 1, Section 103 for applicability of appendix. 3101.2 Design. The design and construction of accessible building elements shall be in accordance with this chapter. For a building, structure or building element to be considered to be accessible, it shall be designed and constructed to the minimum provisions of this chapter. For clarification of written descriptions, reference can be made to ANSI and ADAAG for diagrams. 3101.3 Maintenance of Facilities. Any building, facility, dwelling unit, or site which is constructed or altered to be accessible or adaptable under this chapter shall be maintained accessible and/or adaptable during its occupancy. 3101.4 Alternate Methods. The application of Section 105 to this chapter shall be limited to the extent that alternate methods of construction, designs, technologies or materials shall provide substantially equivalent or greater accessibility. 3101.5 Modifications. Where full compliance with this chapter is impractical due to unique characteristics of the terrain, the building official may grant modifications in accordance with Section 106 provided that any portion of the building or structure that can be made accessible shall be made accessible to the greatest extent practical. EXCEPTION: In Group R, Division 1, Apartments, variance from full compliance with applicable parts of this chapter is only allowed to the total number of accessible building entrances required due to terrain and unusual site characteristics. See Appendix Chapter 31, Section 3115. SECTION 3102 - DEFINITIONS For the purpose of this chapter, certain terms are defined as follows: ACCESS AISLE is an accessible pedestrian space between elements such as parking spaces, seating and desks that provides clearances appropriate for use of the elements. ACCESSIBLE is approachable, enterable and usable by persons with disabilities. ACCESSIBLE MEANS OF EGRESS is a continuous and unobstructed way of exit travel from any point in a building or facility to a public way. A means of egress comprises vertical and horizontal travel and may include intervening room spaces, doorways, hallways, corridors, passageways, balconies, ramps, stairs, enclosures, lobbies, horizontal exits, courts and yards. An accessible means of egress is one that complies with these guidelines and does not include stairs, steps or escalators. For areas of rescue assistance or evacuations, elevators may be included as part of accessible means of egress. P~6£ 27 OF ?~'i MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 26 ACCESSIBLE ROUTE OF TRAVEL is a continuous, unobstructed path connecting all accessible elements and spaces in an accessible building, facility or site that can be negotiated by a person using a wheelchair and that is safe and usable by persons with other disabilities. ADAPTABILITY is the capability of altering or adding to certain building spaces and elements such as kitchen counters, sinks and grab bars so as to accommodate the needs of persons with and without disabilities, or to accommodate the needs of persons with different types or degrees of disability. ALTERATION (See Section 3110) ALTERATION, SUBSTANTIAL (See Section 3110) AREA FOR EVACUATION ASSISTANCE is an area which has direct access to an exit where people who are unable to use stairs may remain temporarily in safety to await further instructions or assistance during emergency evacuation. AUTOMATIC DOOR is a door equipped with a power-operated mechanism and controls that open and close the door automatically upon receipt of a momentary actuating signal. The switch that begins the automatic cycle may be a photoelectric device, floor mat or manual switch (see also, Power-assisted Door). CLEAR is unobstructed. CLEAR FLOOR SPACE is the minimum unobstructed floor or ground space required to accommodate a single, stationary wheelchair and occupant. See Section 3106.2. COMMON USE AREAS are interior and exterior rooms, spaces or elements that are made available for use by occupants of and visitors to the building. CROSS SLOPE is the slope that is perpendicular to the direction of travel. CURB RAMP is a short ramp cutting through or built up to a curb. DETECTABLE WARNING is a standardized surface feature built in or applied to walking surfaces or other elements to warn visually impaired persons of hazards on a circulation path. DWELLING UNIT (See Section 405). Further, for the purpose of this chapter, only a dwelling unit also includes congregate residences of more than 10 units in which sleeping accommodations are provided but toileting or cooking facilities are shared by occupants of more than one room or portion of the dwelling unit, rooms in which people sleep, including dormitory rooms and sleeping accommodations in shelters intended for occupancy as a residence for homeless persons. DWELLINGS, MULTI-FAMILY. For the purposes of this chapter, are buildings consisting of four or more dwelling units if such buildings have one or more elevators; and ground floor dwelling units in other buildings consisting of four or more dwelling units. Multi-story town homes not served by elevators are exempt. DWELLING UNIT, MULTI-STORY is a dwelling unit with finished living space located on one floor, and the floor or floors immediately above or below it. DWELLING UNIT, SINGLE-STORY is a dwelling unit with all finished living spaces located on one floor. DWELLING UNIT, TYPE A is an accessible dwelling unit that is designed and constructed in accordance with this chapter to provide greater accessibility than a Type B dwelling unit. (Type A dwelling units constructed in accordance with this chapter also meet the design standards for Type B dwelling units). DWELLING UNIT, TYPE B is an accessible dwelling unit that is designed and constructed in accordance with this chapter. (Type B Dwelling Unit Standards are based on the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Federal (FHAG). Pi'~(E 28 9F 7~ MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 27 ELEMENT is an architectural or mechanical component of a building, facility, space or site such as telephones, curb ramps, doors, drinking fountains, seatin9 or water closets. GROUND FLOOR is any occupiable floor less than one story above or below grade with direct access to grade. A building may have more than one ground floor. EXCEPTION: In multi-family housing, as defined in this section, "ground floor" means a floor of a building entranced on an accessible route. A building may have more than one ground floor. LANDING is a level area (except as otherwise provided) within, or at the terminus of a stair or ramp. MARKED CROSSING is a crosswalk or other identified path intended for pedestrian use in crossing a vehicular way. PATH OF TRAVEL (See Section 3110). PERSON WITH DISABILITY. For this chapter, is an individual who has an impairment including mobility, sensory or cognitive impairment which results in a functional limitation in access to and use of a building or facility. POWER-ASSISTED DOOR is a door used for human passage with a mechanism that helps to open the door, or relieves the opening resistance of a door, upon the activation of a switch or a continued force applied to the door itself. PRIMARY ENTRANCE is a principal entrance through which most people enter the building. A building may have more than one primary entrance. PRIMARY ENTRANCE LEVEL is the floor or level of the building on which the primary entrance is located. PRIMARY FUNCTION is a major function for which the facility is intended. (See also Section 3110). PUBLIC USE AREAS are those intedor or exterior rooms or spaces which are made available to the general public. Public use may be provided at a privately or publicly owned building or facility. RAMP is any walking surface having a running slope exceeding 1 unit vertical in 10 units horizontal. SERVICE ENTRANCE is an entrance intended primarily for delivery of goods or services. SITE is a parcel of land bounded by a property line or a designated portion of a public right-of-way. TACTILE is an object that can be perceived using the sense of touch. TECHNICALLY INFEASIBLE (See Section 3110). TEXT TELEPHONE is machinery or equipment that employs interactive graphic (e.g., typed) communications through the transmission of coded signals across the standard telephone network. Text telephones include telecommunications display devices or telecommunications devices for the deaf (TDD's), or computers. VEHICULAR WAY is a route intended for vehicular traffic such as roadway, driveway or parking lot located on a site. P~qGE 2°, ~iF 76 BK 30~]~ PG 974- MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 28 PART II - NEW CONSTRUCTION SECTION 3103 - BUILDING ACCESSIBILITY 3103.1 Where Required. 3103.1.1 General. Accessibility to temporary or permanent buildings or portions thereof shall be provided for all occupancy classifications except as modified by this chapter. See also Appendix Chapter 31. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Floors or portions of floors not customarily occupied, including, but not limited to, elevator pits, observation galleries used primarily for security purposes, elevator penthouses, nonoccupiable spaces accessed only by ladders, catwalks, crawl spaces, narrow passageways or freight elevators, piping and equipment catwalks and machinery, mechanical and electrical equipment rooms. 2. Temporary structures, sites and equipment directly associated with the construction process such as construction site trailers, scaffolding, bridging or material hoists are not required to be accessible. This exception does not include walkways or pedestrian protection around a construction site required by Chapter 44. 3103.1.2 Group A Occupancies. 3103.1.2.1 General. All Group A Occupancies shall be accessible as provided in this chapter. EXCEPTION: In the assembly areas of dining and drinking establishments which are located in non- elevator buildings where the area of mezzanine seating is not more than 25 percent of the total seating, an accessible means of vertical access to the mezzanine is not required, provided that the same services and decor are provided in an accessible space which is not restricted to use only by persons with disabilities. Comparable facilities shall be available in all seating areas. In banquet rooms or spaces where the head table or speaker's lectern is located on a permanent, raised platform, the platform shall be accessible in compliance with Section 3106. Open edges on the raised platform shall be protected by a curb with a height of not less than two inches (51 mm). Stadiums, theaters, auditoriums and similar occupancies with fixed seating shall provide wheelchair spaces in accordance with Table No. 31-A. Wheelchair spaces shall adjoin an accessible route of travel that also serves as a means of egress in case of emergency and shall be located to provide unobstructed sight lines comparable to those offered the general public. Wheelchair spaces shall be reasonably distributed throughout the seating plan and located on an accessible route of travel. At least one companion fixed seat shall be provided next to each wheelchair space. Readily removable seats shall be permitted in the wheelchair spaces. EXCEPTION: Accessible viewing positions may be clustered for bleachers, balconies and other areas having sight lines that require slopes of greater than five percent. Equivalent accessible viewing positions may be located on levels having accessible egress. When the seating capacity of an individual assembly area exceeds 300, wheelchair spaces shall be provided in more than one location and shall be on an accessible route of travel. Dispersion of wheelchair spaces shall be based on the availability of accessible routes to various seating areas including seating at various levels in multi-level facilities. Services provided in inaccessible areas shall also be provided on an accessible level and shall be accessible. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 29 In addition, one percent, but not less than one, of all fixed seats shall be aisle seats with no armrests on the aisle side or shall have removable or folding armrests on the aisle side. Each such seat shall be identified by a sign complying with Section 3106.16. An accessible route of travel shall connect wheelchair seating locations with performance areas including states, arena floors, dressing rooms, locker rooms and other spaces used by performers. 3103.1.2.2 Assistive Listening Devices. Assistive listening systems complying with Section 3106.21.2 shall be installed in assembly areas where audible communications are integral to the use of the space including stadiums, theaters, auditoriums, lecture halls and similar areas where fixed seats are provided as follows: 1. Areas with an occupant load of 50 or more. 2. Areas where an audio-amplification system is installed. Receivers for assistive listening systems shall be provided at a rate of four pement of the total number of seats, but in no case fewer than two receivers. In other assembly areas where permanently installed assistive listening systems are not provided, or having an occupant load less than 50, electrical outlets or other supplemental wiring system necessary to support a portable assistive listening system shall be provided. Portable assistive listening system receivers shall be provided at a rate of not less than four percent of the total occupant load, but not less than two. 3. Signage complying with Section 3106.16.2 shall be installed to notify patrons of the availability of the listening system. 3103.1.3 Group B Occupancies. All Group B Occupancies shall be accessible as provided in this chapter. Assembly spaces in Group B Occupancies shall comply with Section 3103.1.2.2. 3103.1.4 Group E Occupancies. All Group E Occupancies shall be accessible as provided in this chapter. Assembly spaces in Group E Occupancies shall comply with Section 3103.1.2.2. 3103.1.5 Group H Occupancies. All Group H Occupancies shall be accessible as provided in this chapter. 3103.1.6 Group I Occupancies. All Group I Occupancies shall be accessible in all public use, common use and employee use areas and shall have accessible patient rooms, cells and treatment or examination rooms as follows: 1. In Group I, Division 1.1, Patient Care Units within hospitals which specialize in treating conditions that affect mobility, ail patient rooms including associated toilet rooms and bathrooms. 2. In Group I, Division 1.1, Patient Care Units in hospitals which do not specialize in treating conditions that affect mobility, at least one in every ten patient rooms, or fraction thereof, including associated toilet rooms and bathrooms. 3. In Group I, Division 1.1 and Division 2, Nursing Homes and Long-Term Care Facilities, at least one in every t~vo patient room, or fraction thereof, including associated toilet rooms and bathrooms. 4. In Group I, Division 3, Mental Health Occupancies, at least one in every ten patient room, or fraction thereof, including associated toilet rooms and bathrooms. 5. In Group I, Division 3, Jail, Prison and Similar Occupancies, at least one in every 20 rooms or cells, or fraction thereof, including associated toilet rooms and bathrooms. 6. In Group I Occupancies, all treatment and examination rooms shall be accessible.. PA~iE ~i~'. tZ!E' 76 BK 30~,i P,,5 ?76 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 30 In Group I, Division 1.1 and 2 Occupancies, at least one accessible entrance that complies with Section 3103.2 shall be under shelter. Every such entrance shall include a passenger loading zone which complies with Section 3108.2. 3'103.1.7 Group M Occupancies. Group M, Division 1 Occupancies shall be accessible as follows: 1. Private garages and carports which contain accessible parking. 2. In Group M, Division 1 Agricultural Buildings, access need only be provided to paved work areas and areas open to the general public. 3'103.1,8 Group R Occupancies 3103.1.8.'1 General. Group R Division 1 Occupancies shall be accessible as provided in this chapter. Public- and common-use facilities such as recreational facilities, laundry facilities, garbage and recycling collection areas, mailbox locations, lobbies, foyers and management offices shall be accessible. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Common- or public-use facilities accessory to buildings not required to contain either Type A or Type B dwelling units in accordance with Section 3103.1.8.2, unless these facilities are the only ones provided on the site. 2. When recreational facilities are provided at multi-family dwellings, as defined in this chapter, only 25 percent need be accessible, provided not less than one of each type in each group of such facilities shall be accessible (including tennis courts, nature trails and jogging paths). All recreational facilities of each type on a site shall be considered in determining the total number of each type which are required to be accessible. 3'103.'1.8.2 Number of Dwelling Units. In all Group R, Division 1 Apartment Buildings, the total number of Type A dwelling units shall be as required by Table No. 31-B. All other dwelling units shall be designed and constructed to the requirements for Type B units as defined in this chapter. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Group R Occupancies containing no more than three dwelling units need not be accessible. 2. Dwelling units in Group R, Division 1 Apartment Buildings which are located on floors other than the ground floor where no elevator is provided within the building need not comply with standards to Type B dwelling units; provided: 2.1 Where the ground floor is not a Group R Occupancy, the first level of Group R Occupancy, including dwelling units, shall be accessible; and 2.2 The number of Type A dwelling units provided shall not be reduced below the number required by Table No. 31-B. See also Section 3105.3.1. 3. Dwelling units with two or more stories in a non-elevator building need not comply with standards for Type B dwelling units (i.e., town homes). 4. For sites where multiple, non-elevator buildings are planned for a single site and where portions of the undisturbed site have grades which exceed ten percent, the building official may approve the following modifications: 4.1 Number of Dwelling Units: [:'¢;GE 32 0F 75 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 31 4.1.1 The number of Type B dwelling units to be provided may be reduced if it is determined that a percentage of the total buildable area of the undisturbed site (not including floodplains, wetlands or other restricted use areas) has grades prior to development which are more than ten percent. The number of Type B dwelling units to be provided is to be equal to the percentage of the undisturbed site that has a slope of ten percent or less; but in no case shall the number of Type B dwelling units be less than 20 percent of the ground floor dwelling units on the entire site; and 4.1.2 The number of Type A dwelling units provided shall not be reduced below the number required by Table No. 31-B; and 4.2 Both Type A and B dwelling units may be located in the building or buildings located on the portion of the site where the grade prior to development has slopes of ten percent or less; and 4.3 Common-use facilities accessory to buildings not required to contain either Type A or B dwelling units, in accordance with Item 4.1.1 above, need not be accessible unless there are no other similar facilities provided on the site. See also Appendix Chapter 31, Division 1. 3103.1.8.3 Hotels and Lodging Houses. In all hotels and lodging houses, accessible guest rooms, including associated bathing, shower and toilet facilities shall be provided in accordance with Table 31-C. In addition, sleeping rooms or suites for persons with hearing impairments shall be provided in accordance with Table 31-D, In addition, public- and common-use areas of all hotels and lodging houses shall be accessible. EXCEPTION: Group R Division 3, lodging houses of five or less rooms for rent that are occupied by the owner or proprietor of the lodging house. Required sleeping rooms for persons with hearing impairments shall have visible alarms complying with Section 3106.15. Such rooms shall have installed telephones complying with Section 3106.14.3 and an electrical outlet installed within 48 inches (1220 mm) of the telephone connection. Such rooms shall have devices separate from the visible alarm system which provide visible notification of incoming telephone calls and door bell actuation. Accessible guest rooms shall be on an accessible route of travel. Where provided in accessible guest rooms, the following facilities shall be accessible: dining areas, kitchen, kitchenettes, wet bars, patios, balconies, terraces or similar facilities. $105,'1.8.4 Proportional Distribution, Accessible dwelling units shall be apportioned among efficiency dwelling units, single bedroom units and multiple bedroom units in proportion to the numbers of such units in the building. Accessible sleeping rooms and suites shall be dispersed among the various classes of sleeping accommodations available to patrons of the place of transient lodging. Factors to be considered include room size, cost, amenities provided and the number of beds provided. Construction of accessible guest rooms may be limited to those intended for multiple occupancy. 3103.1.8.$ Congregate Residences. In congregate residences with multi-bed rooms or spaces, a percentage equal to the minimum number of accessible rooms required by Table No. 31-C shall be accessible in accordance with Section 3106.26, 3'103,'1.9 Other Parking Facilities. Principal use parking facilities which are not accessory to the use of any building or structure shall provide accessible spaces in accordance with Table No. 31-F and shall provide access to an accessible route. 5K ;08,~ P(.; ?'?8 FEE~.S,'802714.;[ MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 32 3103.2 Design and Construction. 3103.2.1 General. When accessibility is required by this chapter, it shall be designed and constructed in accordance with this chapter. 3103.2.2 Accessible Route of Travel. When a building, or portion of a building, is required to be accessible, an accessible route of travel shall be provided to all portions of the building to accessible building entrances and connecting the building and the public way. The accessible route of travel to areas of primary function may serve, but shall not pass through kitchens, storage rooms, toilet rooms, bathrooms, closets or other similar spaces. EXCEPTIONS: 1. A single accessible route shall be permitted to pass through a kitchen or storage room in an accessible or adaptable dwelling unit. 2. An accessible route of travel need not be provided between floor levels provided that all floor levels in the building contain less than 3,000 square feet (278.70 sqm) each; or where only two floor levels are provided, either floor is less than 3,000 square feet (278.70 sqm). This exception shall not apply to: 2.1 The offices of health care providers; or 2.2 Transportation facilities and airports; or 2.3 Buildings owned or leased by government agencies; or 2.4 Multi-tenant Group B Retail and Wholesale occupancies of five tenant spaces or more. 3. If the slope of the finished grade between multi-family dwellings and a public or common use facility (including parking) exceeds 8.33 percent, or where other physical barriers (natural or manmade) or legal restrictions, all of which are outside the control of the owner, prevent the installation of an accessible pedestrian route, an acceptable alternative is to provide access via a vehicular route so long as necessary site provisions such as parking spaces and curb ramps are provided at the public- or common-use facility. Accessible routes of travel serving any accessible space or element shall also serve as a means of egress for emergencies or connect to an area of evacuation assistance. At least one accessible route within the boundary of the site shall be provided from public transportation stops, accessible parking and accessible passenger loading zones and public streets or sidewalks to the accessible building or primary dwelling entrance they serve. The accessible route shall, to the maximum extent feasible, coincide with the route for the general public. Where more than one building or facility is located on a site, accessible routes of travel shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements and accessible spaces within the site. The accessible route of travel shall be the most practical direct route connecting accessible buildin9 entrances, accessible site facilities and the accessible site entrances. An accessible route shall connect at least one accessible entrance of each accessible dwelling unit with those exterior and interior spaces and facilities that serve the accessible dwelling unit. 3103.2.3 Primary Entrance Access. At least 50 percent of all public entrances, or a number equal to the number of exits required by Section 3303(a), whichever is greater, shall be accessible. One of the accessible public entrances shall be the primary entrance to a building. At least one accessible entrance must be a ground floor entrance. Public entrances do not include loading or service entrances. EXCEPTION: In Group R, Division 1, Apartment Buildings, only the primary entrance need be accessible provided that the primary entrance provides an accessible route of travel to all dwelling units required to be accessible. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 33 Where a building is designed not to have common or primary entrances, the primary entrance to each individual dwelling unit required to be accessible and each individual tenant spaces shall be accessible. 3103,2,4 Signs 3103.2.4.1 International Symbol of Access. The following elements and spaces of accessible facilities shall be identified by the International Symbol of Access: 1. Accessible reserved parking spaces. 2. Accessible entrance when not all entrances are accessible (inaccessible entrances shall have directional signage to indicate the route to the nearest similar accessible entrance). EXCEPTION: Individual entrances into dwelling units. 3. Accessible passenger loading zone(s). 4. Accessible toilet and bathing facilities when not all are accessible (inaccessible toilet and bathing facilities shall have directional signage to indicate the route to the nearest similar accessible toilet or bathing facility). EXCEPTION: Toilet and bathing facilities within dwelling units, patient rooms and guest rooms. 4. Areas of evacuation assistance. 5. Inaccessible elevators shall have directional signage to indicate the route to the nearest accessible elevator. At every major junction along, or leading to an exterior accessible route of travel, there shall be a sign displaying the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signage shall indicate the direction to accessible entrance and facilities. See also Sections 3103.1.2.1, 3104.2.5 and 3106.24.3. 3103.2.4,2 Other Signs. Where provided, signs which identify permanent rooms and spaces shall comply with Sections 3106.16.2, 3106.16.3 and 3116.16.5. Where provided, other signs which provide direction to or information about the building or portion of a building shall comply with Sections 3106.16.3 and 3106.16.4. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Building directories and all temporary signs. 2. In assembly areas, a sign notifying the general public of the availability of accessible seating and assistive listening systems shall be provided at ticket offices or similar locations. 3. Each door to an exit stairway shall have a tactile sign, including raised letters and Braille stating EXITand shall comply with Section 3106.16. At exits and elevators serving a required accessible space, but not providing an approved accessible means of egress, signs shall be installed indicating the location of accessible means of egress. SECTION 3104 - EGRESS AND AREAS OF (REFUGE) EVACUATION ASSISTANCE 3104.1 General. In buildings or portions of buildings required to be accessible, accessible means of egress shall be provided in the same number as required for exits by Chapter 33. When an exit required by Chapter 33 is not accessible, an area for evacuation assistance shall be provided. EXCEPTION: Areas of evacuation assistance are not required in buildings where an approved automatic fire-extinguishing system is installed in accordance with Uniform Building Code Standard No. 38-1, provided that quick-response sprinkler heads are used where allowed by the standard; and that a written fire-and life-safety emergency plan, which specifically addresses the evacuation of persons with disabilities, is approved by the building official and the fire chief. ?A,JE 35 OF ?~ B~r-', 3084 PG 980 f:~:iE$~802?J© MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 34 Every area for evacuation assistance shall comply with the requirements of this code and shall adjoin an accessible route of travel which shall comply with Section 3106. 3104.2 Areas for Evacuation Assistance. 3104.2.1 Location and Construction. An area for evacuation assistance shall be one of the following: 1. A portion of a stairway landing within a smoke-proof enclosure, complying with Section 3310. 2. A portion of an exterior exit balcony, located immediately adjacent to an exit stairway, when the exterior exit balcony complies with Section 3005. Openings to the interior of the building located with 20 feet (6,096 mm) of the area for evacuation assistance shall be protected with fire assemblies having a three-fourths-hour fire protection rating. 3. A portion of a one-hour fire-resistive corridor complying with Sections 3305(g) and 3305(h) located immediately adjacent to an exit enclosure. 4. A vestibule located immediately adjacent to an exit enclosure and constructed to the same fire-resistive standards as required by Sections 3305(g) and 3305(h) 5. A portion of a stairway landing within an exit enclosure which is vented to the exterior and is separated from the interior of the building by not less than one-hour fire-resistive door assemblies. 6. When approved by the building official, an area or room which is separated from other portions of the building by a smoke barrier. Smoke barriers shall have a fire-resistive rating of not less than one hour and shall completely enclose the area or room. Doors in the smoke barrier shall be tight-fitting smoke- and draft-control assemblies having a fire protection rating of not less than 20 minutes and shall be self-closing or automatic closing by smoke detection. The area or room shall be provided with an exit directly to an exit enclosure. When the room or area exits into an exit enclosure which is required to be of more than one-hour fire-resistive construction, the room or area shall have the same fire-resistive construction, including the same opening protection, as required for the adjacent exit enclosure. 7. An elevator lobby complying with Section 3104.4. 3104.2.2 Size. Each area for evacuation assistance shall provide at least two wheelchair spaces not smaller than 30 inches by 48 inches (760 mm by 1220 mm) for each space. The area for evacuation assistance shall not encroach on any required exit width. The total number of such wheelchair spaces per story shall not be less than one for every 200 persons, or portion thereof, of calculated occupant load served by the area for evacuation assistance. EXCEPTION: The building official may reduce the minimum number of 30-inch (760 mm) by 48-inch (1220 mm) areas to one for each area for evacuation assistance on floors where the occupant load is less than 200. 3t04.2.3 Stairway Width. Each stairway adjacent to an area for evacuation assistance shall have a minimum clear width of 48 inches (1220 mm) between handrails. 104.2.4 Two-Way Communication. A telephone with controlled access to a public telephone system or another method of two-way communication shall be provided between each area for evacuation assistance and the primary entrance. The telephone, or other two-way communication system, shall be located within the reach ranges specified in Section 3106.2.4. The fire department may approve location other than the primary entrance. The communication system shall have both visible and audible signals and shall not require voice communication. 3104,2.5 Instructions and Identification. Each area for evacuation assistance shall be identified by a sign which states AREA FOR EVACUATION ASSISTANCE and the International Symbol of Access located on or adjacent to the entrance door. The sign shall be illuminated when exit sign illumination is required. The sign shall comply with Sections 3314(c) and 3314(d) in each area for evacuation assistance, instructions on the use of the area under emergency conditions shall be posted adjoining the two-way communication system and is to include the following: FY~(:iE :~6 OF Z6 BK 308-~ F'~ 'Ti;~! FE.E~ u., MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 35 1. Directions to other exits; 2. Advice that persons able to use the exit stairway do so as soon as possible, unless they are assisting others; 3. Information on planned availability of assistance in the use of stairs or supervised operation of elevators and how to summon such assistance; 4. Directions for use of the emergency communications system; and 5. Signage shall also be installed at all inaccessible exits and where otherwise necessary to clearly indicate the direction to areas of evacuation assistance. 3104.3 Accessible Exits. All exterior exits which are located adjacent to accessible areas and within six inches (152 mm) of grade shall be accessible. 3104.4 Area of Evacuation Assistance, High-Rise Alternative. Within a building of any height or occupancy, constructed in accordance with the requirements of Section 1807, an area for evacuation assistance may be located in the elevator lobby or adjacent to the elevator where no lobby is required, when: 1. The area for evacuation assistance complies with the requirements for size, two-way communication and identification as specified in Section 3104.2; and 2. Elevator shafts and adjacent lobbies are pressurized as required for smoke-proof enclosures in Section 3310. Such pressurization system shall be activated by smoke detectors on each floor located in a manner approved by the building official. Pressurization equipment and its duct work within the building shall be separated from other portions of the building by a minimum of two-hour fire-resistive construction. 3. The manager of the building has established and maintains a written fire- and life-safety emergency plan which, in addition to other provisions, shall specifically address the evacuation of persons with disabilities. Such plan shall be approved by the building official and the fire chief. 3104.5 Platform Lifts. Platform lifts shall not serve as part of an accessible means of egress. EXCEPTION: Within a dwelling unit. SECTION 3t05 - FACILITY ACCESSIBILITY 3105.1 General. Where buildings are required to be accessible, building facilities shall be accessible to persons with disabilities as provided in this section. For Group R, Division 1, Apartment Buildings, where specific floors of a building are required to be accessible, the requirements shall apply only to the facilities located on accessible floors. All building facilities, or elements required by this section to be accessible, shall be designed and constructed in accordance with Section 3106. 3105.2 Bathing and Toilet Facilities, 3105.2.1 Bathing Facilities. When bathing facilities are provided, at least two percent, but not less than one, bathtub or shower shall be accessible. In dwelling units where a separate bathtub and shower are provided in the same room, at least one shall be accessible. EXCEPTION: A bathing facility for a single occupant and not for common or public use. 3105.2.2 Toilet Facilities. Toilet facilities located with accessible dwelling units, guest rooms and congregate residences shall comply with Sections 3106.11 and 3106.27. PA'!iE 37 OF' 76 !},K S08~ Pd 982 FEE::gG0271 ~ MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 36 EXCEPTIONS: 1. Within accessible dwelling units, only one bathroom need be accessible provided all other bathrooms and powder rooms within the dwelling unit are on an accessible route with usable door entrances of 32 inches (815 mm) clear opening. 2. In each toilet facility in other occupancies, at least one wheelchair accessible toilet stall with an accessible water closet shall be provided. In addition, when there are six or more water closets within a toilet facility, at least one ambulatory accessible toilet stall complying with Section 3106/I 1.4 shall also be installed. EXCEPTIONS: 1. A toilet facility for a single occupant and not for common or public use. 2. Where urinals are provided, at least one urinal shall be accessible. 3105.2.3 Lavatories, Mirrors and Towel Fixtures. at least one accessible lavatory shall be provided within any toilet facility. Where mirrors, towel fixtures and other toilet and bathroom accessories are provided, at least one of each shall be accessible, 3'105.2.4 Adaptable Fixtures in Dwelling Units. See Section 3106.27.2 for adaptable fixtures in dwelling units. 3105.3 Elevators, Platform Lifts and Stairways 3'105.3.'1 Elevators 3105.3.'1.1 Where Required. In multi-story buildings, or portions thereof required to be accessible by Section 3103, at least one passenger elevator shall serve each level, including mezzanines. Other than within an individual dwelling unit, where an elevator is provided but not required, it shall be accessible. EXCEPTIONS: 1. In Group R, Division 1, Apartment Occupancies, an elevator is not required where accessible dwelling units and guest rooms are accessible by ramp or by grade level route of travel. 2. In a building of fewer than three stories or that has less than 3,000 square feet per story unless the building is a shopping center, a shopping mall or the professional office of a health care provider. 3. In multi-story parking garages, an elevator is not required where an accessible route of travel is provided from accessible parking spaces on levels with accessible horizontal connections to the primary building served. 4. In Group R, Division 1, Hotels and Division 3, Lodging Houses, less than three stories in height, an elevator is not required provided that all accessible guest rooms are located on the ground floor and otherwise complies with 3103.1.8.3. 3105.3.1.2 Design. All elevators shall be accessible and on an accessible route. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Private elevators serving only one dwelling unit. 2. Where more than one elevator is provided in the building, elevators used exclusively for movement of freight. 3. Elevators required to be accessible shall be designed and constructed to comply with ASME A17.1-1990, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators. ['<IGE 3~ OF 78 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 37 3105.3.2 Platform Lifts. Platform lifts may be used in lieu of an elevator under one of the following conditions subject to approval by the building official: 1. To provide an accessible route of travel to a performing area in a Group A Occupancy; or 2. To provide unobstructed sight lines and distribution for wheelchair viewing positions in Group A Occupancies; or 3. To provide access to spaces with an occupant load of five or less that are not open to the public; or 4. To provide access where existing site or other constraints make use of a ramp or elevator infeasible. All platform lifts used in lieu of an elevator shall be capable of independent entry, operation and exit. Platform lifts shall comply with Sections 3106.3, 3106.7 and ASME A17.1, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, Section XX, 1990. 3105.3.3 Stairways. Stairways shallcomply with Section 3106.9. 3105,4 Other Building Facilities. 3105.4.1 Water Fountains. On any floor where water fountains are provided, at least 50 percent, but in no case less than one fountain, shall be accessible complying with Section 3106.13 and at least one fountain shall be mounted at a standard height. EXCEPTION: Where only one fountain is provided, it shall be accessible with another means provided to accommodate accessibility at a standard height, such as a water cooler. 3105.4.2 Telephones. On any floor where public telephones are provided at least one telephone shall be accessible. On any floor where two or moro banks of multiple telephones are provided, at least one telephone in each bank shall be accessible and at least one telephone per floor shall be designed to allow fo~vard reach complying with Section 3106.2.4.5. Where any bank of public telephones consists of three or more telephones, at least one telephone in each bank shall be equipped with a shelf and electrical outlet complying with Section 3106.14.7. All accessible telephones and at least 25 percent of all other public telephones, but in no case less than one, shall be provided with volume controls in accordance with Section 3106.14,3 and shall be dispersed among the public telephones provided in the building, Where four or more public telephones are provided at a building site, and at least one is in an interior location, at least one interior telephone shall be a text telephone in accordance with Section 3106,14. Where interior public pay phones are provided in transportation facilities; assembly and similar areas including stadiums and arenas; convention centers; hotels with convention facilities; or covered malls; or in or adjacent to hospital emergency, recovery or waiting rooms; at least one interior text telephone shall be provided. 3105.4.3 Kitchens. Kitchens within accessible dwelling units shall be designed in accordance with Section 3106.27 and 3106.12. EXCEPTION: Kitchens in Type B dwelling units need not comply with Section 3106.12,1 (See Section 3106.27,1). Kitchens, kitchenettes or wet bare in other than dwelling units which are provided accessory to a sleeping room, guest room or suite shall be designed in accordance with Section 3106. Counter tops and sinks shall be no more than 34 inches (865 mm) above the finished floor. At least 50 percent of shelf space in cabinets and appliances shall be within the reach ranges of Section 3106.2.4. PAgE S? OF' ?6 P_,!,~ ~1)~'~ Pg 97~,~ FEE~%0271~.! MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 38 3105.4.4 Recreation Facilities. Where common- or public-use recreational facilities, swimming pools, hot tubs, spas and similar facilities are provided, they shall be accessible. Swimming pools shall be accessible by transfer tier, hydraulic chair, ramp or other means. Hot tubs and spas need be accessible only to the edge of the facility. EXCEPTION: Common- or public-use facilities accessory to buildings not required to contain either Type A or Type B dwelling units in accordance with Section 3103.1.8.2. 3105.4.5 Fixed or Built-in Seating or Tables. Where fixed or built-in seating or tables are provided, at least five percent, but no fewer than one, shall be accessible. Accessible fixed or built-in seating or tables shall comply with Section 3106.19. In eating and drinking establishments, such seating or tables shall be distributed throughout the facility. 3105.4.6 Storage Facilities. In other than Group R, Division 1, Apartment Buildings, where fixed or bui~t-in storage facilities such as cabinets, shelves, closets, lockers and drawers are provided in accessible spaces, at least one of each type provided shall contain storage space complying with Section 3106.18, 3'105.4.7 Customer Service Facilities. 3105.4.7.1 Dressing and Fitting Rooms. Where dressing or fitting rooms are provided for use by the general public, patients, customers or employees, five percent, but not less than one, in each group of rooms servicing distinct and different functions shall be accessible in accordance with Section 3106.24. 3105.4.7.2 Counters and Windows. Where customer sales and service counters or windows are provided, a portion of the counter, or at least one window, shall be accessible in accordance with Section 3106.24.2, shall be on an accessible route and dispersed throughout the building or facility. 3105.4.7.3 Shelving and Display. Self-service shelves or display units in retail occupancies shall be located on an accessible route of travel in accordance with Section 3103.2.2. Not all self-service shelves and display units need be located within reach ranges required by Section 3106.2.4. 3'105.4.7.4 Check-Out Aisles. Accessible check-out aisles shall be provided in accordance with Table No. 31-E and Section 3106.24.3. Traffic control devices, security devices and turnstiles located in accessible check-out aisles or lanes shall be accessible. 3105.4.7.5 Food Service Lines. Where self-service shelves are provided in dining and drinking establishments, at least 50 percent of each type shall comply with Sections 3'106.2 and 3'106.22. 3105.4.8 Controls, Operating Mechanisms and Hardware. Controls, operating mechanisms and hardware, including switches that control lighting, ventilation or electrical outlets in accessible spaces along accessible routes, or as parts of accessible elements, shall comply with Section 3106.3. 3105.4.9 Alarms. Where provided, alarm systems shall include both audible and visible alarms. Visible alarm devices shall be located in all assembly areas, common- and public-use areas including toilet rooms and bathing facilities, hallways and lobbies and hotel guest rooms as required by Section 3103.1.8.3. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Alarm systems in Group I, Division 1.1 and 2 Occupancies may be modified to suit standard health care design practice. 2. Visible alarms are not required in Group R, Division 1, Apartment Buildings as stated in Section 1211. SECTION 3106 - ACCESSIBLE DESIGN AND STANDARDS 3106.1 General. Where accessibility is required by this chapter, buildings and facilities shall be designed and constructed in accordance with this section unless otherwise specified in this chapter. PA~E ~0 OF 76 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 39 3106.2 Space Allowance and Reach Ranges. 3106.2.1 Wheelchair Passage Width. The minimum clear width for single wheelchair passage shall be 36 inches (915 mm). The minimum width for two wheelchairs to pass is 60 inches. (1,525 mm). EXCEPTION: The minimum width for single wheelchair passage may be 32 inches (815 mm) for a maximum distance of 24 inches (610 mm). 3106.2.2 Wheelchair Turning Spaces. Wheelchair turning spaces shall be designed and constructed to satisfy one of the following requirements: 1. A turning space not less than 60 inches (1,525 mm) in diameter; or 2. A turning space at T-shaped intersections or within a room where the minimum width is not less than 36 inches (915 mm). Each segment of the "T" shall be clear of obstructions not less than 24 inches (610 mm) in each directions. Wheelchair turning spaces may include knee and toe clearance in accordance with Section 3106.2.4.3. 3106.2.3 Unobstructed Floor Space. A floor space, including the vertical space above such floor space which is free of any physical obstruction including door swings, to a height of 29 inches (737 mm). Where a pair of doors occurs, the swing of the inactive leaf may be considered to be unobstructed floor space. Unobstructed floor space any include toe spaces that are a minimum of nine inches (230 mm) in height and not more than six inches (152 mm) in depth. 3106.2.4 Clear Floor or Ground Spaces and Maneuvering Clearance Spaces for Wheelchairs. 3106.2.4.1 Size. The minimum clear floor or ground space required to accommodate a single, stationary wheelchair occupant shall not be less than 30 inches (760 mm) by 48 inches (1220 mm). 3106.2.4.2 Approach. Wheelchair spaces shall be designed to allow for forward or parallel approach to an accessible feature. 3106.2.4.3 Knee and Toe Clearances. Spaces under obstructions, work surfaces or fixtures may be included iht he clear floor or ground space provided that they are at least 30 inches (760 mm) in width, a minimum of 27 inches (685 mm) in height and not greater than 25 inches (635 mm) in depth. Toe spaces under obstructions, work surfaces or fixtures which comply with the requirements for unobstructed floor space may be included in the clear floor or ground space. 3106.2.4.4 Approach to Wheelchair Spaces. One full unobstructed side of the clear floor or ground space for a wheelchair shall adjoin or overlap an accessible route of travel or shall adjoin another wheelchair clear space. Clear spaces located in an alcove, or otherwise confined on all or part of three sides, shall be not less than 36 inches (915 mm) in width where forward approach is provided, or 60 inches (1,525 mm) in width where parallel approach is provided. 3106.2.4.5 Forward Reach. Where the clear floor spaces allows only forward approach to an object, the maximum forward reach allowed shall not be higher than 48 inches (1220 mm). Reach obstructions 20 inches (510 mm) or less in depth may project into the clear space provided that knee clearance is maintained in accordance with Section 3106.2.4.3. Reach obstructions greater than 20 inches (510 mm) in depth may project into the clear space provided that the reach obstruction shall not exceed 25 inches (635 mm) in depth and the maximum forward reach shall not exceed 44 inches (1120 mm) in height. The minimum Iow forward reach shall not be lower than 15 inches (380 mm). 3106.2.4.6 Side Reach. Where the clear floor space allows parallel approach by a person in a wheelchair, the maximum high side reach allowed shall not be higher than 54 inches (1370 mm). Obstructions no greater than 34 inches (865 mm) in height and no more than 24 (610 mm) in depth may be located in the side reach area provided that when such obstructions are present, the side reach shall not exceed 46 inches (1,168 mm) in height. The minimum Iow side reach shall not be lower than nine inches (230 mm). F'C~(~E ~i1..r!F 76 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 40 3106.3 Controls and Hardware. 3106.3.1 Operation. Handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operating devices on doors, windows, cabinets, plumbing fixtures and storage facilities shall have a lever or other shape which will permit operation by wrists or arm pressure and which does not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting to operate. Doors shall comply with Section 3304. The force to activate controls and hardware shall not be greater than five pounds (22.2N). 3106.3.2 Mounting Heights. The highest operable part of environmental and other controls, dispensers, receptacles and other operable equipment shall be within at least one of the reach ranges specified in Section 3106.2.4 and not less than 36 inches (915 mm) above the floor. Electrical and communications system receptacles on walls shall be mounted a minimum of 15 inches (380 mm) above the floor. Door hardware shall be mounted at not less than 36 inches (915 mm) and not more than 48 inches (1220 mm) above the floor. 3106.3.3 Clear Floor Space. Clear floor space complying with 3106.2.4 that allows a forward or a side approach shall be provided at all controls or hardware, 3106.4 Accessible Route of Travel. 3106.4.1 Width. The minimum clear width of an accessible route of travel shall be 36 inches (915 mm) except at doors (see Section 3106.10.2). Where an accessible route includes a 180 degree turn around, an obstruction which is less than 48 inches (1220 mm) in width, the clear width of the accessible route of travel around the obstruction shall be 42 inches by 48 inches (1065 mm by 1220 mm) minimum. For exterior accessible routes of travel, the minimum clear width shall 44 inches (1120 mm). EXCEPTION: The minimum width for single wheelchair passage may be 32 inches (815 mm) for a maximum distance of 24 inches (610 mm), Where accessible route of travel is less than 60 inches (1,525 mm) in width, passing spaces at least 60 inches (1,525 mm) by 60 inches (1,525 mm) shall be located at intervals not to exceed 200 feet (61 m). A T-shaped intersection of two corridors or walks may be used as a passing space. 3106.4.2 Height. Accessible routes shall have a clear height of not less than 80 inches (2030 mm). Where the vertical clearance of an area adjoining an accessible route of travel is less than 80 inches (2030 mm) but more than 27 inches (685 mm), a continuous permanent barrier shall be installed to prevent traffic into such areas of reduced clearance. 3106.4.3 Slope. an accessible route of travel shall have a running slope not greater than 1 vertical in 12 horizontal. An accessible route of travel with a running slope greater than 1 vertical to 20 horizontal shall comply with Section 3106.8. Cross slopes of an accessible route of travel shall not exceed 1 vertical in 48 horizontal. 3106.4.4 Changes in Level. Changes in level along an accessible route of travel shall comply with Section 3106.6, Stairs, steps or escalators shall not be part of an accessible route of travel. If an accessible route has changes in level greater than ~ inch (13 mm), then a curb ramp, ramp, elevator or platform lift shall be provided. 3106.4.5 Ground and Floor Surfaces. 3106.4.5.1 General. All floor and ground surfaces in an accessible route of travel and in accessible rooms and spaces shall comply with Section 3106.7. 3106.4.5.2 Detectable Warnings. Curb ramps shall have detectable warnings complying with Section 3106.17. Detectable warnings shall extend the full width and depth of the curb ramp. 3106,4.6 Illumination. Illumination shall be provided along an exterior accessible route of travel at any time the building is occupied with an intensity of not less than one foot candle (10.76Lx) on the surface of the route. P55E ~.2 OF '?% MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 41 3108.4.7 Curb Ramps. 3106.4.7.1 Slope. Slopes of curb ramps shall comply with Section 3106.8. Transitions from ramps to walks, gutters or vehicular ways shall be flush and free of abrupt changes in height. Maximum slopes of adjoining gutters, road surfaces immediately adjacent to the curb ramp, or accessible route of travel shall not exceed 1 vertical in 20 horizontal. 3106,4,7.2 Width. curb ramps shall be not less than 36 inches (915 mm) in width exclusive of the required side slopes. 3106.4,7.3 Side Slopes of Curb Ramps. Curb ramps located where pedestrians must walk across the ramp, or where not protected by handrails or guardrails, shall have sloped sides. The maximum side slope shall be 1 vertical to 10 horizontal. Curb ramps with returned curbs may be used where pedestrians would not normally walk across the ramp. EXCEPTION: Where the width of the walking surface at the top of the ramp and parallel to the run of the ramp is less than 48 inches (1220 mm), the maximum side slope shall be 1 vertical in 12 horizontal. 3106.4.7.4 Location. Built-up curb ramps shall be located so as not to project into vehicular ways nor be located within accessible parking spaces. 3106,4.7,5 Obstructions, Curb ramps shall be located or protected to prevent their obstruction by parked vehicles. 3106.4,7.6 Location at Marked Crosswalks. Curb ramps at marked crossing shall be wholly contained within the markings, excluding any flared sides. 3106.4,7,7 Diagonal Curb Ramps. If diagonal (or comer type) curb ramps have retumed curbs or other well-defined edges, such edges shall be parallel to the direction of pedestrian flow. The bottom of diagonal curb ramps shall have 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum clear space shall be within the markings. If diagonal curb ramps have flared sides, they shall also have at least 24 inch (610 mm) long segment of straight curb located on each side of the curb ramp and within the marked crossing. 3106.4.8 Vehicular Areas. VVhere an accessible route of travel crosses or adjoins a vehicular way and where there are no curbs, railings or other elements which separate the pedestrian and vehicular areas and which are detectable by a person who has a severe vision impairment, the boundary between the areas shall be defined by a continuous detectable warning not less than 36 inches (915 mm) wide, complying with Section 3106.17. 3106.5 Protruding Objects, Protruding objects shall not reduce the clear width of a route of travel or maneuvering space. Any wall- or post-mounted object with its leading edge between 27 inches (986 mm) and 80 inches (2030 mm) above the floor may project not more than four inches (102 mm) into a route of travel, corridor, passageway or aisle. Any wall- or post-mounted projection greater than four inches (102 mm) shall extend to the floor. 3106.6 Changes in Level. Accessible routes of travel and accessible spaces within buildings shall have continuous common floor or ramp surfaces. Abrupt change in height greater than ¼ inch (6 mm) shall be beveled to I vertical in 2 horizontal. Changes in level greater than ¼ inch (13 mm) shall be accomplished by means of a ramp meeting the requirements of Section 3106.8, a curb ramp meeting the requirements of Section 3106.4.7 or an elevator or platform lilt meeting the requirements of Section 3105.3. For Type B dwelling units, see also Section 3106.27. 3106.7 Floor Coverings and Surface Treatments 3106.7.1 General. All surfaces shall be firm, stable and slip resistant. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 42 3106.7.2 Carpeting. Carpet or carpet tile used on a ground or floor surface shall be securely attached; have a firm cushion, pad or backing, or no cushion or pad; and have a level loop, textured loop, level cut pile or level cut/uncut pile texture, The maximum pile thickness shall be % inch (13 mm), Exposed edges of carpet shall be fastened to floor surfaces and have trim along the entire length of the exposed edge. Carpet edge trim shall comply with Section 3106.6. 3106.7.3 Grates. Within an accessible route of travel, grates shall have openings not more than % inch (13 mm) in one direction. Where grates have elongated openings, they shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel. 3106.7.4 Expansion and Construction Joints. Expansion and construction joins in exterior routes of travel shall have a width of not more than % inch (13 mm), shall be filled with a firm, compressible, elastic material and shall be substantially level with the surface of the accessible mute of travel. 3106.8 Ramps. 3106.8.1 General. Ramps required to be accessible shall comply with Section 3307 and the provisions of this section. 3106.8.2 Slope and Rise. The maximum slope of a ramp shall be 1 vertical in 12 horizontal. The maximum rise for any run shall be 30 inches (760 mm). In all cases, the least possible slope shall be used for any ramp. 3106.8.3 Width. The minimum width ora ramp shall be not less than 36 inches (915 mm) for interior ramps and 44 inches (1120 mm) for exterior ramps. 3106.8.4 Landings. Ramps within the accessible route of travel shall have landings at the top and bottom and at least one intermediate landing shall be provided for each 30 inches (760 mm) of rise, Landings shall be level and have a minimum dimension measured in the direction of ramp run of not less than 60 inches (1,525 mm). Where the ramp changes direction at a landing, the landing shall be not less than 60 inches (1,525 mm) by 60 inches (1,525 mm). The width of any landing shall be not less than the width of the ramp. If a doorway is located at a landing, then the area in front of the doorway shall comply with Section 3106.10.3. 3106.8.8 Handrails. Ramps having slopes steeper than 1 vertical to 20 horizontal or a rise greater than six inches (152 mm) or a horizontal projection greater than 72 inches (1830 mm) shall have handrails. Handrails are not required on curb ramps or adjacent to seating in assembly areas. Handrails shall have the following features: 1. Handrails shall be provided along both sides of ramp segments. The inside handrail on switchback or dogleg ramps shall always be continuous, 2. if handrails are not continuous, they shall extend at least 12 inches (305 mm) beyond the top and bottom of the ramp segment and shall be parallel with the floor or ground surface. 3. The clear space between the handrail and the wall shall be 1% inches (38 mm). 4. Gripping surfaces shall be continuous. 5. Top of handrail gripping surfaces shall be mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches (865 mm and 965 mm) above ramp surfaces. 6. Handrails shall be at a consistent height above stair nosings and ramp surfaces. 7. Ends of handrails shall be either rounded or returned smoothly to floor, wall or post. 8. Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 43 9. Handrails shall have a cimular cross section with an outside diameter of 1 1/4 inches (32 mm) minimum and two inches (51 mm) maximum. 10. Handrails and any wall or other surfaces adjacent to them, shall be free of any sharp or abrasive elements. Edges shall have 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) minimum radius. 3'106.8.6 Exterior Ramps. Exposed ramps and their approaches shall be constructed to prevent the accumulation of water on walking surfaces, :1108.8,'/ Edge Protection. Any portion of the edge of a ramp with a slope greater than 1 vertical to 20 horizontal or landing which is more than % inch (13 mm) above the adjacent grad or floor, shall be provided with edge protection in accordance with the following: 1. Walls and curbs. When used, walls or curbs shall be not less than 2 inches (50 mm) in height above the surface of the accessible route of travel. 2. Railings. When used, railings shall comply with Section 17'12(a) and 3106.8.5. 3'106.9 Stairways 3106.9.'1 General. Stairways required to be accessible shall comply with Section 3306 and provisions of this section. 3'106.9.2 Open risers. Open risers shall not be permitted. 3'106.9.3 Nosings. Stair nosings shall be flush, slip-resistant and rounded to a radius of % inch (13 mm) maximum. Risers shall be sloped, or the underside of the nosing shall have an angle of not less than 60 degrees from the horizontal, Nosings shall project no more than 1% inches (38 mm), 3106.9.4 Exterior Stairways. Exposed stairways and their approaches shall be constructed to prevent the accumulation of water on walking surfaces. 3106.9.5 Handrails. Handrails shall comply with Sections 3306(i) and 3106.8.5 and shall have the following additional features. If handrails are not continuous, they shall extent at least 12 inches (305 mm) beyond the top riser and at least 12 inches (305 mm) plus the width of one tread beyond the bottom riser. At the top, the extension shall be parallel with the floor or ground surface. At the bottom, the handrail shall continue to slope for a distance of the width of one tread from the bottom riser; the remainder of the extension shall be horizontal. 3106.10 Doom. 3106.'10.1 General. Doors required to be accessible shall comply with Section 3304 and with provisions of this section. For the purpose of this section, gates shall be considered to be doors. An accessible gate or door shall be provided adjacent to any turnstile or revolving door. Where doorways have two independently operated door leaves, then at least one leaf shall comply with this section. 3106.10.2 Clear Width. Doors shall be capable of being opened so that the clear width of the opening is not less than 32 inches (815 mm). EXCEPTION: Doom not requiring full user passage, such as shallow closets, may have a clear opening of not less than 20 inches (510 mm). 3106.'10.3 Maneuvering Clearances at Doom. Except as provided in Section 3106.27, all doors shall have a minimum maneuvering clearance as follows: F'f~,GE 45 OF 76 BK 3084 F'6 $90 FEE~:c)802Z!,:ii MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 44 1. For a forward approach, where a door must be pulled to be opened, an unobstructed floor space shall extend at least 18 inches (455 mm) beyond the strike jamb and extend at least 60 inches (1,525 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. 2. For a forward approach, where a door must be pushed to be opened and is equipped with a closer and a latch, an unobstructed floor space shall extend at least 12 inches (305 mm) beyond the strike jamb and extend at least 48 inches (1220 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. 3. For a forward approach, where a door must be pushed to be opened and is not equipped with a closer and a latch, an unobstructed floor space shall be at least the width of the doorway and extend at least 48 inches (1220 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. 4. For a hinge side approach, where a door must be pulled to be opened, an unobstructed floor space shall extend at least 36 inches (915 mm) beyond the latch side of the door and at least 60 inches (1,525 mm) perpendicular to the doorway or shall have an unobstructed floor space that extends at least 42 inches (1065 mm) beyond the latch side of the door and at least 54 inches (1370 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. 5. For a hinge side approach, where a door must be pushed to be opened and is not equipped with both a closer and a latch, an unobstructed floor space, measured from the latch side, shall extend across the width of the doorway and beyond the hinge side of the door for a total width of not less than 54 inches (1370 mm); and at least 42 inches (1065 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. 6. For a hinge side approach, where a door must be pushed to be opened and is equipped with both latch and closer, an unobstructed floor space, measured from the latch side, shall extend across the width of the doorway and beyond the hinge side of the door for a total width of not less than 54 inches (1370 mm) and at least 48 inches (1220 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. 7. For a latch side approach, where a door must be pulled to be opened and is equipped with a closer, an unobstructed floor space shall extend at least 24 inches (610 mm) beyond the latch side of the door and at least 54 inches (1370 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. 8. For a latch side approach, where a door must be pulled to be opened and is not equipped with a closer, an unobstructed floor space shall extend at least 24 inches (610 mm) beyond the latch side of the door and at least 48 inches (1220 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. 9. For a latch side approach, where a door must be pushed to be opened and is equipped with a closer, an unobstructed floor space shall extend at least 24 inches (610 mm) beyond the latch side of the door and at least 48 inches (1220 mm), perpendicular to the doorway. 10. For a latch side approach, where a door must be pushed to be opened and is not equipped with a closer, an unobstructed floor space shall extend at least 24 inches (610 mm) parallel to the doorway beyond the latch side of the door and at least 42 inches (1065 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. 11. For a forward approach to a sliding or folding door, an unobstructed floor space shall extend the same width as the door opening and at least 48 inches (1220 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. 12. For a sliding side approach to a sliding or folding door, an unobstructed floor space, measured from the latch side, shall extend across the width of the doorway and beyond the slide side of the door for a total width of not less than 54 inches (1370 mm) and at least 42 inches (1065 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. 13. For a latch side approach to a sliding or folding door, an unobstructed floor space shall extend at least 24 inches (610 mm) beyond the latch side of the door and at least 42 inches (1065 mm) perpendicular to the doorway. F'~GE 4.5 JIF 76 3084 F'6 97]. FEE¢?SO'271zi.] MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 45 14. Where two doors are in series, the minimum distance between two hinged or pivoted doors shall be 48 inches (1220 mm} in addition to any area needed for door swing. Doors in series shall swing either in the same direction or away from the spaces between the doors. 15. All doors in alcoves shall comply with the requirement for a forward approach. 3106.10.4. Thresholds at Doors. Thresholds at doorways shall not exceed 3/4 inch (19 mm) in height for exterior sliding doors or % inch (13 mm) for other types of doors. Raised thresholds and floor level changes at accessible doorways shall be beveled with a slope no greater than one (1) in two (2). 3106.10.5 Automatic Power-Assisted Doors, Door-closers or power-operators shall be operable as required by Section 3004(h) EXCEPTION: Floor pad or electric eye actuated power operators. All power-operated doors shall remain in the fully open position for not less than six seconds before closing. Touch switches shall be mounted 36 inches (915 mm) above the floor and no less than 18 inches (455 mm), nor mer than 36 inches (915 mm) horizontally from the nearest point of travel of the moving door. Other power-opereted doors must be actuated from a location not less than 36 inches (915 mm) from the nearest point of travel of the moving door. Power-operated doors shall automatically reopen when they encounter an obstruction other than the strike jamb. 3106.10,6 Door Closers, Where provided, door closers shall be adjusted to close from an open position of 70 degrees to a point three inches (76 mm) from the he latch, in not less than three seconds, when measured to the leading edge of the door. 3106.10.7 Vision Panels. VVhere a door contains one or more vision panels, the bottom of the glass of at least one panel shall be not more than 40 inches (1015 mm) above the floor. 3106.10.8 Door Opening Force. The maximum force for pushing or pulling open an intedor hinged door. sliding door, or folding door shall be 5 Ib/ft (22.2 N) 3106,11 Bathrooms, Toilet Rooms, Bathing Facilities and Shower Rooms. 3106.11.1 General. Bathrooms, toilet rooms, bathing facilities and shower rooms required to be accessible shall be designed in accordance with this section. For dwelling units, see also Section 3106.27, 3106.11.2 Clear Floor Space. A clear floor space shall be provided within bathrooms, toilet rooms, bathing facilities and shower rooms of sufficient size to inscribe a circle with a diameter not less than 60 inches (1,525 mm). The clear floor spaces at fixtures, the accessible route of travel and the turning space may overlap, 3106.tl.3 Wheelchair Accessible Toilet Stalls. 3106.11.3.1 Dimensions. Wheelchair accessible toilet stalls shall be at ]east 60 inches (1,525 mm) in width. Where wall-hung water closets are installed, the depth of the stall shall be not less than 56 inches (1420 mm). Where floor- mounted water closets are installed, the depth of the stall shall be not less than 59 inches (1500 mm). entry to the compartment shall have a clear width of 32 inches (815 mm). Toilet stall doors shall not swing into the clear floor space required for any fixture. Except for door swing, a clear unobstructed access not less than 48 inches (1220 mm) in width shall be provided to toilet stalls. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Partitions may project not more than one inch, in the aggregate, into the required width of the stall. 2. If toilet stall approach is from the latch side of the stall door, clearance between the door side of the stall and any obstruction may be reduced to a minimum of 42 inches (1065 mm). Pf~F..'E 47 OF 76 '308¢ Pfl 992 FEE:[:980271.4J MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 46 3`106.'1'1.3.2 Toe Clearances. In any toilet stall, the front partition and at least one side partition shall provide a toe clearance of at least nine (9) inches (230 mm) above the floor. EXCEPTION: Toe clearance is not required in a stall with a depth greater than 60 inches 1,525 mm). 3'106.1'1.3.3 Door Hardware. Doors of accessible toilet stalls shall comply with Section 3106.3. $106.'11.3.4 Grab Bars. Grab bars shall comply with Sections 3106.11,5.3 and 3106,11.11. $`106.'1'1.4 Ambulatory Accessible Toilet Stalls. Ambulatory accessible toilet stalls shall be at least 36 inches (915 mm) in width, with an outward swinging, self-closing door. Grab bars shall be installed on each side ofthe toilet stall and shall comply with Sections 3106.11.5.3 and 3106.11.11. 3106.`1'1.5 Water Closets. 3'106.1`1.5.`1 Clear Floor Space. Water closets shall be mounted adjacent to a side wall or partition. The lateral distance from the center line of the water closet to the side wall, excluding grab bars, shall be 18 inches (455 mm) on one side and not less than 42 inches (1065 mm) on the other side. In other than stalls, a clear floor space of not less than 48 inches (1220 mm), measured perpendicular tot he wall on which the water closet is mounted, shall be provided in front of the water closet. EXCEPTIONS: In other than a toilet stall, a lavatory may be located within the clear floor space required for a water closet provided that knee and toe clearances for the lavatory comply with Section 3106.11.7 below, and 1. In Type 13 Dwelling units, the edge of the lavatory shall be located not less than 15 inches (380 mm) from the center line of the water closet; or 2. In all other occupancies, the edge of the lavatory shall be located not less than 18 inches (455 mm) from the centerline of the water closet. 3'106.'1'1.5.2 Height. The height of water closets shall be a minimum of 17 inches (430 mm) and a maximum of 19 inches (485 mm), measured to the top of the seat. Seats shall not be sprung to return to a lifted position. 3106.'1'1.5.3 Grab Bars. Grab bars shall be installed at one side and at the back of the water closet. The top of grab bars shall be not less than 33 inches (840 mm) and not more than 36 inches (915 mm) above and parallel to the floor. Grab bars located at the side shall be a minimum 42 inches (1065 mm) in length located not more than 12 inches (305 mm) from the rear wall. Grab bars located at the back shall be a minimum of 36 inches (915 mm) in length and shall extend at least 12 inches (305 mm) beyond the center of the water closet toward the side wall and at least 24 inches (610 mm) toward the open side of the water closet. Grab bars located at the back shall be mounted not more than nine inches (230 mm) behind the water closet seat. See also Section 3106.11.11. 3'106.'1'1.5.4 Flush Controls. Flush controls shall be mounted for use from the wide side of the water closet area and not more than 44 inches (1120 mm) above the floor. Flush valves shall comply with Section 3106.3. Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. 3'106:1'1.5.5 Dispensers and Receptacles. Toilet paper dispensers shall be installed between 7 inches and 9 inches (180 mm and 230 mm) in front of the water closet. The outlet of the dispenser shall be located between 15 inches and 48 inches (381 mm and 1220 mm) above the floor. There shall be a clearance of 1~/= inches (38 mm) minimum below and 12 inches (305 mm) minimum above the grab bar. Dispensers shall not be of a type that control delivery or that do not allow continuous paper flow. Dispensers and receptacles shall not interfere with unobstructed floor space or grab bar utilization. $'106.'11.6 Urinals. A clear floor space, measuring 30 inches (760 mm) in width by 48 inches (1220 mm) in depth, shall be provided in front of urinals to allow for forward approach and shall adjoin or overlap an accessible route. Urinal shields shall have a clear space between them of not less than 29 inches (737 mm) and shall not extend farther MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 47 than the front edge of the urinal rim. Urinals shall be stall-type or wall-hung with an elongated rim at a maximum of 17 inches (430 mm) above the floor. Flush controls shall be mounted not more than 44 inches (1120 mm) above the floor and shall be automatic or hand operated. Flush valves shall comply with Section 3106.3. 3106.11.7 Lavatories, Sinks and Mirrors. 3106.11.7.1 Clear Floor Space. A clear floor space, not less than 30 inches (760 mm) in width by 48 inches (1220 mm) in depth, shall be provided in front of lavatories and sinks to allow a forward approach and shall adjoin or overlap an accessible route. The clear floor space may include knee and toe clearances not to exceed 19 inches (485 mm) extending under the lavatory or sink. 3103.11.7.2 Height. Lavatories and sinks shall be mounted with the rim or counter surface no higher than 34 inches (865 mm) above the finished floor, 3106.11.7.3 Knee and Toe Clearances. 3106.11.7.3.1 Lavatories. The total depth of the clear space beneath a lavatory shall be not less than 17 inches (430 mm) of which toe clearance shall be not more than six inches (152 mm) of the total depth. Knee clearance shall be not less than 29 inches (737 mm) in height and 30 inches (760 mm) in width. 3106.11.7.3.2 Sinks. Knee clearance not less than 27 inches (685 mm) in height, 30 inches (760 mm) in width and 19 inches (485 mm) in depth shall be provided underneath sinks. 3106.11.7.4 Exposed Pipes and Surfaces. Hot water and rain pipes exposed under lavatories and sinks shall be insulated or otherwise covered. There shall be no sharp or abrasive surfaces under lavatories or sinks. 3106.11.7.5 Faucets. Faucet control handles shall be located not more than 17 inches (430 mm) from the front edge of the lavatory, sink or counter, and shall comply with Section 3106.3. Self-closing valves shall remain open for at least 10 seconds per operation. 3106.11.7.6 Sink Depth. Sinks shall not be more than 6% inches (165 mm) in vertical depth. 3106.11.8 Mirrors, dispensers and Other Fixtures. Mirrors or shelves shall be installed so that the bottom edge of the reflecting surface of mirror or the top of the shelf is no more than 40 inches (1015 mm) above the finished floor. Drying equipment towel or other dispensers and disposal fixtures shall be mounted so as to not exceed 40 inches (1015 mm) above the finished floor to any rack, operating controls, receptacle or dispenser. 3106.11.9 Bathtubs. 3106.11.9.1 Clear Floor Space. A clear floor space not less than 60 inches (1,525 mm) in length shall be provided parallel to the tub. Where the required seat is located at the head end of the tub, the clear floor space shall be not less than 75 inches (1,905 mm) in length. The clear floor length shall be not less than 30 inches (760 mm) in width. A lavatory which complies with Section 3106.11.7 may be located in the clear floor space and at the foot end of the tub. Toilets may not be located in the clear floor space or within 42 inches (1065 mm) of the tub. 3106.11.9.2 Seats. A removable seat or a permanent seat at the head end of the tub shall be provided. Permanent seats shall be constructed flush with the top of the tub and shall extend not less than 15 inches (380 mm) from the he end of the tub. Seats shall be built in or mounted securely and shall not slip during use. Structural strength of seats and attachments shall comply with Section 3106.11.11.3. 3106,11.9.3 Grab Bars, All required grab bars shall be installed parallel to the floor. Lower grab bars shall be installed nine (9) inches (230 mm) above the tub. Upper or single grab bars shall be installed not less than 33 inches (840 mm) and not more than 36 inches (915 mm) above the floor of the dear space. PAGE 49 OF 76 BK S08~ PG 994 FEEf:981)27~.41 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 48 Where a tub has a seat at the end, two grab bars not less than 48 inches (1220 mm) in length shall be installed on the walt opposite the clear floor space. One end of each grab bar shall terminate where the tub abuts the seat. Where a tub has an in-tub seat, two grab bars, not less than 24 inches (610 mm) in length, shall be installed on the wall opposite the clear floor space. The grab bars shall extend to not more than 24 inches (610 mm) from one end of the tube and not more than 12 inches (305 mm) from the other end. One grab bar shall be installed on the wall at the end of the tub opposite the drain extending at least 12 inches (305 mm) from the he clear floor space. For all bathtubs, one grab bar shall be installed on the wall at the end of the tub nearest the drain, extending at least 24 inches (610 mm) from the clear floor space. Grab bars shall also comply with Section 3106.11.11. 3t06.11.9.4 Controls and Fixtures. Faucets and other controls shall be located above the tub rim and below the grab bars, shall be offset laterally from the clear floor space between the open edge of the tub and the mid-point of the tub and shall comply with Section 3106.3. A shower spray unit, with a hose at least 60 inches (1,525 mm) long that can be used both as a fixed shower head and as a hand-held shower, shall be provided. 3106.11.9.5 Bathtub Enclosures. Where provided, enclosures for bathtubs shall not obstruct controls or obstruct transfer from wheelchairs onto bathtub seats or into tubs. Bathtub enclosures shall not have tracks mounted on the tub. 3106,11.10 Shower Stalls 3106.11.10.1 Configuration. Shower stalls shall have one of the following configurations: 1. Transfer shower stalls shall be 36 inches by 36 inches (914 by 915 mm) nominal and shall have a seat; or 2. Roll-in shower stalls shall be not less than 30 inches (760 mm) in depth by 60 inches (1,525 mm) in length. 3106.11.10.2 Clear Floor Space, A clear floor space shall be provided adjacent to shower stalls. 1. For transfer shower stalls, a clear floor space, not less than 48 inches (1220 mm) in length, parallel to the open side of the shower stall, and not less than 36 inches (915 mm) in width, perpendicular to the open edge of the shower stall, shall be located so as to extend at least 12 inches (305 mm) beyond the wall on which the seat is mounted. 2. For roll-in shower stalls, a clear floor space not less than 60 inches (1,525 mm) in length, parallel to the open edge of the shower stall and not less than 36 inches (915 mm) in width, perpendicular to the open edge of the shower stall, shall be provided. A lavatory, which complies with Section 3106.11.7, above, and may be located within one end of the clear floor space. Where a seat is provided in the shower, a lavatory may be located only at the opposite end of the clear space. 3106.11.10,3 Seats, Transfer shower stalls shall be provided with a folding, or non-folding, seat located on the wall opposite the shower controls. EXCEPTION: In multi-family housing, as defined in this chapter, in lieu of providing a seat, the wall opposite the controls in a shower stall shall be structurally reinforced the full depth of the stall at a height from 16 inches to 20 inches (406 mm to 510 mm), measured from the bathroom floor, to allow for the installation of a shower seat. Roll-in shower stalls shall be provided with a folding seat located on the wall adjacent to the shower controls. EXCEPTION: Roll-in shower stalls located in occupancies other than hotels, lodging houses and congregate residences need not be provided with a seat. Seats shall be mounted not less than 17 inches (430 mm) and not more than 19 inches (485 mm) above the floor. Seats shall be mounted not more than 1¼ inches (38 mm) from the shower walls. The leading edge of the seat may be set back not more than 1% inches (38 mm) from the leading edge of the shower stall. F'AGE 513 0F 76 EK 30..'.'3,~ PG 995 FEE~98~h27J.~-! MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 49 The seat shall be L-shaped and shall extend the full depth of the stall. The section of the seat adjacent to the wall opposite the clear floor space shall be at least 22 inches (559 mm) and not more than 23 inches (584 mm) wide, measured from the wall on which the seat is mounted. That section of the seat shall extend not less than 14 inches (356 mm) but not more than 15 inches (380 mm), measured from the wall opposite the clear floor space. The remaining portion of the seat shall be not less than 15 inches (380 mm) and not more than 16 inches (405 mm) wide, measured from the wall on which the seat is mounted and shall extend the remaining depth of the stall. See also Section 3106.11,11. See ANSI A117.1. 1992 and ADAAG for diagrams. 3106.11.10,4 Grab Bars. All required grab bars shall be installed parallel to the floor. All grab bars shall be installed not less than 33 inches (840 mm) and not more than 36 inches (915 mm) above the floor of the adjacent clear space. Individual or wrap around grab bars are permitted. For transfer shower stalls, a grab bar, not less than 15 inches (455 mm) in length, shall be installed in the wall opposite the clear floor space. One end of the grab bar shall terminate at the wall opposite the seat. a grab bar shall also be installed the full width of the wall opposite the seat. For roIFin showers stalls, grab bars shall be provided the full width of all permanent stall walls. EXCEPTION: In multi-family dwellings, as defined in this chapter, if grab bars are not installed, structural reinforcement shall be made that will allow the installation of grab bars meeting the requirements of this section. Also see Section 3106.11.11. 3'106.11.10.5 Controls and Fixtures. Faucets and other controls shall be located on the same wall as the shower spray unit and shall be installed not less than 38 inches (965 mm) or more than 48 inches (1220 mm) above the shower floor and shall comply with Section 3106.3. In addition: 1. For transfer shower stalls, the controls shall be located on the wall opposite the shower seat. The controls shall be located within 18 inches (455 mm) of the open side of the shower stall. 2. For roll-in shower stalls equipped with seats, the controls shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the seat not more than 27 inches (685 mm) from the wall where the seat is mounted, For roll-in shower stalls without seats, the controls may be located on any wall. Where the controls are located on the back wall, they shall be located not more than 27 inches (685 mm) from a side wall. A shower spray unit, with a hose at least 60 inches (1,525 mm) long, that can be used both as a fixed shower head and as a hand-held shower, shall be provided. EXCEPTION: In unmonitored facilities where vandalism is a consideration, a fixed shower head may be installed not more than 48 inches (1220 mm) above the sfal[ floor. 3106.11.10.6 Thresholds. In transfer shower stalls, thresholds shall be flush or beveled with a maximum edge height of ¼ inches (13 mm) and a maximum slope of not more than one vertical in two horizontal. Roll-in shower stalls shall not have thresholds. 3106.11.10.7 Shower Enclosures. Where provided, enclosures for shower stalls shall not obstruct controls or obstruct transfer from wheelchairs onto shower seats. 3106.11.11 Structural Requirements for Grab Bars and Tub and Shower Seats. 3106.1'1.11.1 General. All grab bars and tub and shower seats required to be accessible, shall comply with this section. 3'106211.11.2 Size and Spacing of Grab Bars. Grab bars shall have an outside of diameter of not less than 1¼ inches (32 mm) nor more than '1¼ inches (38 mm) and shall provide a clearance of 1% inches (38 mm) between the grab bar and the wall. RAGE 5i OF 76 ~,K S0~4 PG 996 FEE$?~027!.41 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 50 3106.11.11.3 Structural Strength. The structural strength of grab bars, tub and shower seats, fasteners and mounting devices shall meet the following specifications: 1. Bending stress in a grab bar or seat induced by the maximum bending moment from the application of 300 pounds (1,334 N) shall be less than the allowable stress for the material of the grab bar or seat. 2. Shear stress induced [na grab bar or seat by the application of 300 pounds (1,334 N) shall be less than the allowable shear stress for the material of the grab bar or seat. If the connection between the grab bar or seat and its mounting bracket, or other support, is considered to be fully restrained, then direct and torsional shear stresses shall be totaled for the combined shear stress, which shall not exceed the allowable shear stress. 3. Shear force induced in a fastener or mounting device from the he application of 300 pounds (1,334 N) shall be less than the allowable lateral load of either the fastener or mounting device or the supporting structure, whichever is the smaller allowable load. 4. Tensile fome induced in a fastener by a direct tension force of 300 pounds (1,334 N) plus the maximum moment from the application of 300 pounds (1,334 N) shall be less than the allowable withdrawal load between the fastener and the supporting structure. 5. Grab bars shall not rotate within their fittings. :~106.11.11.4 Special Hazards. A grab bar and any wall or other surface adjacent to it shall be free of any sharp or abrasive elements. Edges shall have a minimum radius of 1/8 inch (3 mm). $106.12 Kitchens. 3106.12.1 Clear Floor Space. An unobstructed floor space shall be provided within kitchens of sufficient size to inscribe a circle with a diameter not less than 60 inches (1,525 mm). A clear floor space, 30 inches by 48 inches (760 mm by 1220 mm) minimum that allows either a forward or a parallel approach by a person in a wheelchair, shall be provided at all appliances. Doors may not encroach into this space. The clear floor spaces at fixtures, the accessible route of travel and the unobstructed floor space may overlap. 3106.12.2 Counter Surfaces and Shelving. Within Type A dwelling units, a counter surface a minimum of 30 inches by 24 inches (760 mm by 1220 mm) deep, shall be provided at a maximum height of 34 inches (865 mm) with knee space beneath at least 27 inches (685 mm) in height. In other than dwelling units, at least 50 percent of shelf space in cabinets, refrigerators and freezers shall be within the reach ranges specified in Section 3106.2.4. 3106.13 Water Fountains. 3106.13.1 Clear Floor Space. Wall- and post-mounted cantilevered units shall have a minimum clear floor space in front of the unit of 30 inches by 48 inches (760 mm by 1220 mm) in depth to allow a forward approach. Frae- standing or built-in units not having a clear space beneath them shall have an adjacent clear floor space at least 30 inches by 48 inches (760 mm by 1220 mm) in width in order to allow a person in a wheelchair to make a parallel approach to the unit. 3106.13.2 Knee Space. Wall- and post-mounted cantilevered units shall have knee space in accordance with Section 3106.2.4.3. The knee space shall be not less than 17 inches (430 mm) nor more than 19 inches (485 mm) in depth. 3106.13.3 Spout Location. Spouts shall be located not more than 36 inches (915 mm) above the floor or ground surface. Spouts shall be located at the front of the unit and shall direct a water flow not less than four inches (102 mm) in height in a trajectory parallel to the front of the unit. Recessed units shall be installed such that the spout is not recessed beyond the plane of the wall. 3106.13.4 Controls. Controls shall be located not more than six inches (152 mm) from the front of the unit and shall comply with Section 3106.3. The force required to activate the control shall not exceed five pounds (22.2N). f:';~GE ~:;2 OF 76 BI':. S0~,4 F'~i o,~?7 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 51 3106.13.6 Water Fountains in Alcoves. A unit instarred in an alcove shall comply with Section 3106.2.4.4. 3106.14 Telephones. 3106.14.1 Clear Floor or Ground Space. A clear floor or ground space, not less than 30 inches by 48 inches (760 mm by 1220 mm) that allows either a forward or parallel approach, shall be provided in front of telephones. Bases, enclosures and fixed seats shall not impede approach to the telephone. Where parallel approach is provided, any shelf of enclosure shall not project farther than 10 inches (255 mm) beyond the face of the telephone. Where a forward approach is provided, any shelf shall not project far, her than 20 inches (510 mm) beyond the face of the telephone; any enclosure panels shalJ be a minimum of 30 inches (760 mm) apart and where less than 36 inches (915 mm) apart, shall project no more than 24 inches (610 mm) beyond the face of the telephone. 3106.14.2 Height. The highest operable part of a telephone shall be within the reach ranges specified in Section 3106.2.4. 3166.14.3 Equipment for Persons With Hearing Impairments. Telephones shall be equipped with volume controls and shall be hearing aid compatible. Volume controls shall be capable of increasing volume not less than 12dba nor more than 18dba above normal. EXCEPTION: Where an automatic reset is provided, 18 dba may be exceeded. 3106.14.4 Controls. Telephones shall have push button controls where service for such equipment is available. 3106.14.5 Cord Length. The cord from the telephone to the handset shall be not less than 29 inches (737 mm) in length. 3106.14.6 Text Telephones. Text telephones shall be permanently affixed within, or adjacent to, the telephone enclosure. Where an acoustic coupler is used, the telephone cord shall be sufficiently long to allow connection of the text telephone and the telephone receiver. 3106.14.7 Shelf and Electrical Outlet, Shelves and an electrical outlet shall be located within or adjacent to the telephone enclosure. The electric outlet shall be within 48 inches (1220 mm) of the telephone connection. The shelf shall be not less than 10 inches by 10 inches (255 mm by 255 mm) in dimension with a vertical clearance above the shelf of not less than six inches (152 mm). The telephone handset shall be capable of being placed flush on the surface of the shelf. 3106.15 Alarms. 3106.15.1 Audible alarms. If provided, audible emergency alarms shall produce a sound that exceeds the prevailing equivalent sound level in the room, or space, by at least 15 dba or exceeds any maximum sound level with a duration of 60 seconds by 5 dbA whichever is louder. Sound levels for alarm signals shall not exceed '120 dbA. 3106.15.2 Visible Alarms. Visible alarm signal appliances shall be integrated into the building or facility alarm system. Where single-station audible alarms are provided, single-station visible alarm signals shall be provided. EXCEPTION: Dwelling units in Group R, Division 1, Apartment Buildings. Visible alarms shall be located not less than 80 inches (2030 mm) above floor level, or six inches (152 mm) below the ceiling, whichever is lower, and at an interval of not more than 50 feet (15 m) horizontal in rooms, corridors and hallways. In rooms or spaces exceeding 100 feet (30 m) in horizontal dimension, with no obstructions exceeding 72 inches (1830 mm) in height above the finished floor visible alarms may be placed around the perimeter at intervals not to exceed 100 feet (30 m) horizontally. PAGE 53 OF 76 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 52 Visible alarm signals shall comply with the following criteria: 1. The lamp shall be a xenon strobe type or equivalent 2. The color shall be clear or unfiltered white light. 3. The maximum pulse duration shall be two-tenths of one second (0.2 sec) with a maximum duty cycle of 40 percent. The pulse duration is defined as the time interval between initial and final point of 10 percent of maximum signal. 4. The intensity shall be minimum of 75 candela. 5. The flash rate shall be a minimum of 1 Hz and a maximum of 3 Hz. 3106.15.3 Auxiliary Alarms. Units and sleeping accommodations shall have a visual alarm connected to the building emergency alarm system or shall have a standard 110-volt electrical receptacle into which such an alarm can be connected and a means by which a signal from the building emergency alarm system can trigger such an auxiliary alarm. When visual alarms are in place, the signal shall be visible in all areas of the unit or room. Instructions for use of the auxiliary alarm or receptacle shall be provided. EXCEPTION: Dwelling units in Group R, Division I, Apartment Buildings. 3106.15.4 Visual Notification Devices. Visual notification devices shall also be provided in units, sleeping rooms and suites to alert room occupants of incoming telephone calls and a door knock or bell. Notification devices shall not be connected to auxiriary visual alarm signal appliances, EXCEPTION: Dwelling units in Group R, Division 1, Apartment Buildings. 3106.15.5 Access to Manual Fire Alarm Systems. Manual fire ararm devices shall be mounted not more than 54 inches (1370 mm) above the floor where a parallel approach is provided. 3106.16 Signage. 3106.16.1 Symbols. 3106.16.1.1 Text Telephones. Text telephones, required by Section 3105.4.2, shall be identified by the International Text Telephone Symbol. If a facility has a public text telephone, directions signage indicatin9 the location of the nearest text telephone shall be placed adjacent to all banks of telephones which do not contain a text telephone. Such directional signage shall include the International TDD symbol. If a facility has no banks of telephones, the directional signage shall be provided at the entrance (e.g., in a building directory). 3106.16.1.2 Assistive Listening Systems. Permanently installed assistive listening systems that are required by Section 3103.1.2.2 shall be identified by the International Symbol of Access for Hearing Loss. 3106.16.1.3 Volume Control Telephones. Telephones required by Section 3105.4.2 to have volume controls shall be identified by a handset containing a depiction of a telephone handset with radiating sound waves. 3106.16.2 Mounting Location and Height, Signs shall be installed on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door. Where there is no wall space to the latch side of the door, including at double leaf doors, signs shall be placed on the nearest adjacent wall. Signs shall be centered at 60 inches (1,525 mm) above the finished floor. Mounting location for such signage shall be such that a person may approach within three inches (76 mm) of signage without encountering protruding objects or standing within the swing of a door. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 53 3106.16.3 Finish and Golor. Characters and symbols shall have a high contrast with their backgreund. The character and background of interior signs shall be eggshell, matte or other nonglare finish. All intedor and exterior signs depicting the International Symbol of Access shall be white on a blue background. 3106.16,4 Character Proportion and Height. Letters and numbers on signs shall have a width-to-height ratio between 3:5 and 1:1 and a stroke-width-to-height ratio between 1:5 and 1:10. Characters and numbers on signs shall be sized according to the viewing distance from which they are to be read. The minimum character height for signs that are suspended or projected overhead is three inches (76 mm) for upper case letters. Lower case letters are permitted. 3106.16.5 Raised and Braille characters and Pictorial Symbol Signs (Pictograms). 3106.16.5.1 Raised Characters and Symbols. Characters and symbols on tactile signs shall be raised at least 1/32 inch (.8 mm). Raised characters and symbols shall be simple type face upper case characters. Raised characters and symbols shall be simple type face upper case characters. Raised characters and symbols shall be between 5/8 inch (16 mm) and two inches (51 mm) in height. Raised characters shall be accompanied by Braille in accordance with this section. 3106.16.6.2 Braille. Braille shall be separated from the corresponding raised characters or symbols. Braille shall be Grade 2. 3106.16.5.3 Pictograms. Where provided, pictograms shall be accompanied by the equivalent verbal description placed directly below the pictogram. The border dimension of the pictogram shall be not less than six inches (152 mm) in height. 3106.17 Detectable Warnings. Detectable warnings on walking surfaces are to be utilized to indicate to visually impaired persons that a change in levels or a hazardous condition is about to be encountered. They type of detectable warning is to be approved by the building official 3106.18 Storage, Shelving and Display Units. 3106.18.1 Clear Floor Space. Storage, shelving and display units shall have a clear floor space, not [ess than 30 inches (760 mm) by 48 inches (1220 mm), that allows for either a forward or parallel approach. 3106.18.2 Height. Accessible storage, shelving and display units shall be within the reach ranges specified in Section 3106.2.4. Clothes rods shall be not more than 54 inches (1370 mm) above the floor for a side approach. EXCEPTION: Where the distance from the wheelchair to the clothes rod exceeds ten inches (255 mm) as in inaccessible closets, the height of the rod shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) inches in height and no more than 21 inches (533 mm) deep for a parallel approach. Shelves shall be adjustable between nine and 48 inches (229 and 1220 mm). 3106.18.3 Hardware. Hardware for accessible storage shall comply with 3106.3. 3106.19 Fixed and Built-in Seating and Tables. 3106,19.1 Clear Floor Space, Seating spaces at fixed tables and counters shall have a clear floor space of not less than 30 inches (760 mm) by 48 inches (1220 mm), that allows forward approach. The clear floor space shall not overlap knee space by more than 19 inches (485 mm). 3106,19.2 Knee Clearances. Knee Spaces at tables and counters shall be provided in accordance with Section 3106.2.4.3. In addition, the depth of the knee space shall be not less than 19 inches (485 mm). No projection which might obstruct the arm of a wheelchair may intrude into this clearance, within 24 inches (610 mm) horizontally from the table edge. ,~:'A~E 55 £i,~:' 76 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 54 3106.19.3 Height. The tops of tables and counters shall De not less than 28 inches (7~il mm) nor more than 34 inches (865 mm) in height above the finish floor or ground. 3106.20 Aisles, All aisles required to be accessible, including check out aisles, food service lines and aisles between fixed tables, shall be not less than 36 inches (915 mm) in width. 3108.21 Assembly Areas, $106.21.1 Wheelchair Spaces. $106.21.1.1 Location. Wheelchair spaces shall be an integral part of any fixed seating plan and shall be dispersed throughout the seating area. Spaces shall adjoin an accessible route of travel that also serves as a means of egress and shall be located to provide lines of sight comparable to those for all viewing areas. EXCEPTION: Accessible viewing positions may be clustered for bleachers, balconies and other areas having sight lines that require slopes of greater than five percent. Equivalent accessible viewing positions may be located on levels having accessible egress. At least one companion fixed seat shall be provided next to each wheelchair seating area. When the seating capacity exceeds 300, wheelchair spaces shall be provided in more than one location. Readily removable seats may be installed in wheelchair spaces when the spaces are not required to accommodate wheelchair users. 3106,21.1.2 Size. Wheelchair spaces shall be not less than 33 inches (840 mm) in width. Where forward or rear approach is provided, wheelchair spaces shall be not less than 48 inches (1220 mm) in depth. Where only side approach is provided, wheelchair spaces shall be not less than 60 inches (1,525 mm) in depth. 3106.21.1.3 Surfaces. The ground or floor surfaces at wheelchair locations shall be level and shall comply with Section 3106.7, 3106.21.2 Placement of Assistive Listening Systems. Where an assistive listening system serves individual fixed seats, such seats shall have a clear line of sight and shall be located not more than 50 feet ('~5 m) from the stage or performance area, 3106.21,3 Access to Performing Areas. An accessible route shall connect wheelchair seating locations with performing areas, including stages, arena floors, dressing rooms, locker rooms and other spaces used by performers. 3106.22 Restaurants and Cafeterias. 3106.22.1 Aisles. Aisles to fixed tables required to be accessible shall comply with Section 3106.20. 3106.22.2 Food Service Lines. 3106.22.2.1 Clear Floor Space. Food service lines shall comply with Section 3106.20, 3106.22.2.2 Height. Tray slides shall be mounted not more than 34 inches (865 mm) in height above the floor. 3106.22.2.3 Counters and Bars, Where service of food or drink is provided at counters more than 34 inches (865 mm) in height, to customers seated on stools or standing, a portion of the main counter which is 60 inches (1,525 mm) in length minimum shall be provided in compliance with Section 3106.19 or service shall be available at accessible tables within the same area. 3106.22.2.4 Tableware and Condiment Areas. Self-service shelves and dispensing devices for tableware, dishware, condiments, food and beverages shall be installed to comply with reach ranges in Sections 3106.2.4 and 3106.18. PAGE 56 OF ?:~ i3K ~118~ p~ 10id. I ._E-,.,,~)...~.~]_ MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 55 3106.23 Patient Bedrooms. Each patient bedroom shall be designed and constructed to proved space for a 180- degree turn that complies with Section 3106.2.2. Each patient room shall have a minimum clear floor space not less than 36 inches (915 mm) on each side of any bed. 3106.24 Customer Service Facilities. 3106.24.1 Dressing and Fitting Rooms. 3106.24.1.1 Clear Floor Space. Each dressing and fitting room shall have a dear floor space complying with Section 3106.2. EXCEPTION: Turning space shall not be required in a private dressing room entered through a curtained opening at least 32 inches (815 mm) wide if clear floor space complying with Section 3106.2 is provided. 3106.24.1.2 Doors. All doors to accessible dressing and fitting rooms shall comply with Section 3106.10. No door shall swing into any part of turning space. 3106.24.1.3 Benches, Every accessible dressing or fitting room shall have a bench installed adjacent to the longest wall in the room. The bench shall be not less than 24 inches (610 mm) in width and 48 inches (1220 mm) in length and shall be mounted not less than 17 inches (430 mm) nor more than 19 inches (485 mm) above the finished floor, Clear floor space shall be provided adjacent to the bench to allow for parallel transfer and the structural strength of the bench shall comply with Section 3106.11.11,3. Where benches are installed in dressing and fitting rooms adjacent to showers, swimming pools or other wet locations, water shall not accumulate upon the surface of the bench and the bench shall have a slip-resistant surface. 3106.24.1.4. Mirrors. Where provided, mirrors in accessible dressing and fitting rooms shall be not less than 18 inches (455 mm) in width by 54 inches (1370 mm) in height and shall be mounted opposite the bench. 3106.24.2 Counters and Windows. Where counters are required to be accessible, the accessible portion shall be not less than 36 inches (915 mm) in length and not more than 36 inches (915 mm) in height above the finished floor. Where accessible windows are required, they shall be no more than 36 inches (915 mm) in height above the finished floor. All accessible counters and windows shall be on an accessible route. EXCEPTION: An auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches (915 mm) is installed in close proximity to the main counter. 3106.24.3 Check-Out Aisles. The width of accessible check-out aisles shall comply with Section 3106.20. Counters in accessible check-out aisles shall be not more than 38 inches (965 mm) in height and the top of the raised edge of the counter shall not exceed 40 inches (1015 mm) in height above the finished floor. Accessible check-out aisles shall be identified by the International Symbol of Access in accordance with Section 3106.16.1 and shall be mounted adjacent to check-out number, 3106.26 Libraries. 3106.25.1 Reading and Study Areas. At least five pement, or a minimum of one, of each element of fixed seating, tables or study carrels shall comply with Sections 3106.2 and 3106.19. Clearances between fixed accessible tables and study carrels shall comply with Section 3106.20. 3106.25.2 Check-Out Areas. At least one lane at each check-out area shall comply with Section 3106.20. Any traffic control or book security gates or turnstiles shall comply with Section 3106.10. 3106.25.3 Card Catalogs, Magazine Displays and Stacks. 3106.25.3.1 Aisles. Aisles between card catalogs, magazine displays or stacks shall comply with Section 3106.20. F'N'SE 57 OF MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 56 3106.25.3.2 Height. Card catalogs or magazine displays shall have a reach height of not less than 18 inches (455 mm) from floor and not more than 54 inches (1370 mm) for side approach and not more than 48 inches (1220 mm) for forward approach. Not all shelves in library stacks need be located within reach ranges required by Section 2106.2.4. 3106.26 Hotels (Group R, Division 1) and Congregate Residences (Group R, Division 1 and Division 3). 3106.26.1 Clear Floor Space. Each sleeping room shall have a space complying with Section 3106.4.1 along both sides of each bed. EXCEPTION: In rooms with two beds, only one 36 inch (915 mm) wide maneuvering space need be provided between the two beds. 3106.26.2 Accessible Route of Travel, An accessible route of travel complying with Section 3103.2.2 shall connect all accessible spaces, rooms and elements. Including telephones, patios, terraces, balconies, carports, garages or parking spaces with all accessible sleeping rooms. Rooms, spaces and elements accessory to a sleeping room or suite shall also be accessible (including bathroom, kitchenette, wetbar, living room and dining area). 3106.26.3 Doom. Doors within all sleeping rooms, suites or other covered units shall comply with Section 3106.10. 3106.26.4 Storage. Where fixed or builtqn storage is provided in accessible units, sleeping rooms or suites, including cabinets, shelves closets and drawers, at least one of each type shall comply with Section 3106.18. 3106.26.5 Controls. All controls in accessible units, sleeping rooms and suites shall comply with Section 3106.3. 3106.27 Dwelling Units (Group R, Division 1, Apartments and Division 3 Dwellings of Four or More Attached Units). 3106.27.1 Type A and B Dwelling Units. Type A and B dwelling units shall comply with Section 3106. EXCEPTIONS: 1. In a Type A accessible dwelling unit with two or more stories, access to other levels is not required if the accessible level complies with all requirement for Type A are accessible dwelling units and that kitchen, toilet and bathing facilities and at least one bedroom are provided on the accessible level. 2. Kitchens in Type B dwelling units need not comply with Section 3106.12.1, provided that: 2.1 a clear space at least 30 inches by 48 inches (760 mm by 1220 mm) that allows parallel approach by a person in a wheelchair is provided at the range or cooktop and sink, and either a parallel or forward approach is provided at all other appliances; and, 2.2 In all other kitchens, clearances between all opposing counters, base cabinets, Counter tops, appliances and walls shall be not less than 40 inches (1015 mm); and, 2.3 In "U" shaped kitchens with a sink, range or cooktop at the base of the "U", an unobstructed floor space of sufficient size to inscribe a circle with a diameter of not less than 60 inches (1,525 mm) shall be provided or base cabinet is to be removable at that location. 3. Doors in Type B dwelling units, other than the primary entry door, need not comply with Section 3106.10.3. 4. Mezzanines in Type A or B dwelling units need not be accessible. 5. Raised or sunken floors in Type B dwelling units need not be accessible, provided that they do not interfere with the accessible route of travel through the unit and are not located in the kitchen or bathroom. F'~E 58 OF' ?6 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 57 6. Counter surfaces in Type B dwelling units need not comply with Section 3106.12.2. 7. Within an individual dwelling unit in an elevatored building, access to other levels, not served by an elevator, is not required if the accessible level complies with all requirements for accessible dwelling units and contains an accessible bathroom. 8. In Type B dwelling units, exterior deck, patio or balcony surfaces may be no more than four inches (102 mm) below the floor level of the interior surfaces where the exterior surface is constructed of an impervious material such a concrete, brick or flagstone unless otherwise determined by the building code official. Extedor deck, patio or balcony surfaces of permeable materials shall be no more than % inch (13 mm) below the floor level of the interior surface. 9. At the primary entry door to a multifamily dwelling with direct exterior access, outside landing surfaces constructed of impervious materials are to be no more than ~ inch (13 mm) below the floor level of the intedor of the dwelling unit. The finished surface of this area that is located immediately outside the entry may be sloped up to 1/8 inch per 12 inches (3 mm per 310 mm) for drainage. 10. Vanities or lavatories in Type a and B dwelling units may be located in the clear floor spaces as permitted in Section 3106.11.5.1. 11. Seats for bathtubs or showers are not required in Type B dwelling units. Reinforcements for future installation are required and must comply with Section 3106.11.10.3. 3106.27.2 Adaptable Fixtures for Dwelling Units. 3106.27.2.1 Grab Bars. Grab bars may be omitted in bathing and toilet facilities within Type A or B dwelling units provided that all structural reinforcements for later grab bar installation are provided around toilet, tube, shower stall and shower seat. Reinforcement may be provided by fulr sheet plywood or wood blocking to accommodate grab bars installed in compliance with Section 3105.11.10.4, For other than traditional tub or shower stall installations, the bathroom would comply if provision was made for installation of floor mounted, foldaway or similar alternative grab bars. The same provisions shall be made where the powder room is the only toilet facility located on an accessible level of a multistory dwelling unit; it must comply with this requirement for reinforced walls for grab bars. 3106.27.2.2 Kitchen Counters. Cabinets or shelving may be installed beneath the counter space required by Section 3106.12.2 provided that such cabinetry or shelving is not permanent and is easily removable. 3106.27.2.3 Lavatories. Cabinets or shelving may be installed beneath bathroom lavatories provided that such cabinetry or shelving is not permanent and is easily removable. 3106.27.2.4 Signage. Parking signage required by Section 3107.3 need not be installed in spaces designated for Type B dwelling units (unless requested by resident). SECTION 3107 - PARKING FACILITIES 3107.1 Accessible Parking Required. 3107.1.1 General. For other than Group R, Division 1, Apartment Buildings, when parking lots or garage facilities are provided, accessible parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with Table No. 31-F. 3107.1.2 Inpatient and Outpatient Medical Care Facilities. For Group I, Division 1.1, 1.2 and 2, units and facilities specializing in the treatment of persons with mobility impairments on an inpatient and/or outpatient basis, 20 percent of the parking spaces provided accessory to such units and facilities shall be accessible. PAGE 57 OF 76 BK J~!)84 F'G ].(1134 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 58 3107.1.3 Outpatient Medical Care Facilities. For Group I, Division 1.1 and 1.2, occupancies providing outpatient clinic medical care facilities, 10 percent of the parking spaces provided accessory to such occupancies shall be accessible. 3'107.1.4 Apartment Buildings. For Group R, Division 1, Apartment Buildings, where parking is provided, one accessible parking space shall be provided for each Type A dwelling unit and reserved for its occupants. In addition, two percent of all parking spaces, but not less than one, shall be accessible. All accessible parking sh ,all be on an accessible route. Accessible visitor parking shall be provided to provide access to grade-level entrances of covered multifamily dwellings. Accessible parking shall be provided at common use, accessible facilities. 3107.1.5 Van Parking. VVhere accessible parking is required, one of every eight accessible parking spaces, or fraction thereof, but not less than one, shall be designed to be accessible to vans. 3107.1.6 Location of Parking. Accessible parking spaces serving a particular building shall be located on the shortest possible accessible route of travel from adjacent parking to an accessible building entrance. In facilities with multiple accessible building entrances with adjacent parking, accessible parking spaces shall be dispersed and located closest to the accessible entrances. Whenever practical, the accessible route of travel shall not cross lanes of vehicular traffic. VVhere crossing traffic lanes is necessary, the route of travel shall be designated and marked as a crosswalk. EXCEPTION: In multilevel parking structures, all accessible van parking spaces may be located on the same level. Where a parking facility is not accessory to a particular building, accessible parking spaces shall be located on the shortest accessible mute to an accessible pedestrian entrance to the parking facility. 3107.2 Design and Construction. 3107.2.1 General. When accessible parking spaces are required by this section, they shall be designed and constructed in accordance with this section. 3'107.2.2 Size. Parking spaces shall be not less than 96 inches (2,438 mm) in width and shall have an adjacent access aisle not less than 60 inches (1,525 mm) in width. Van accessible parking spaces shall have an adjacent access aisle not leas than 96 inches (2,438 mm) in width. Parking access aisles shall be part of an accessible route to the building or facility entrance. Two accessible parking spaces may share a common access aisle. Boundaries of access aisles shall be marked so that the aisles will not be used as parking space, 3107.2.3 Vertical Clearance. Where accessible parking spaces are required for vans, the vertical clearance shall be not less than 114 inches (2,896 mm) at the parking space and along at least one vehicle access mute to such spaces from site entrances and exits. 3107.2.4 Slope. Accessible parking spaces and access aisles shall be level and located on a surface with a slope not to exceed 1 vertical in 46 horizontal in all directions, 3107.2.5 Surface. Parking spaces and access aisles shall be firm, stable, smooth and slip-resistant. 3'107.3 Signs. Every parking space required by this section shall be identified by a sign centered between three and five feet (915 mm and 1525 mm) above the parking surface at the head of the sparking space. The sign shall include the International symbol of Access. Van accessible parking spaces shall have an additional sign mounted below the International Symbol of Access identifTing the spaces as "Van Accessible." EXCEPTION: Where all of the accessible parking spaces comply with the standards for van accessible parking space. (See also Section 3106.27.2) gK :3084 [:'~;j ~.3'.=_ FEE~98!3271,~l~ MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 59 SECTION 3108 PASSENGER LOADING ZONES 3108.1 Location. Where provided, passenger loading zones shall be located on an accessible mute of travel. 3108.2 Design and Construction. 3108.2.1 General. Passenger loading zones shall be designed and constructed in accordance with this section. 3108.2.2 Size. Passenger loading zones shall provide an access aisle not less than 60 inches (1,525 mm) in width by 20 feet (6 m) in length minimum with the long dimension adjacent to and parallel to the vehicle pull-up space on one side and an accessible route of travel on the other. 3'108.2.3 Slope. Such zones shall be located on a level surface with a sloe not exceeding 1 vertical to 48 horizontal. No curb is permitted between the pull-up space and access aisle. 3108.2.4 Vertical Clearance. Vertical clearance of 114 inches (2,895 mm) minimum shall be provided at accessible passenger loading zones and along vehicle access routes to such areas from site entrances. PART III ACCESSIBILITY FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS SECTION 3109 SCOPE 3109.'1 General. The provisions of this part apply to renovation, alterations and additions to existing buildings including those identified as historic buildings. This chapter includes minimum standards for removing architectural barriers and providing and maintaining accessibility for persons with disabilities to existing buildings and their related facilities. 3109.2 Equivalent Facilitation. Departures from specific technical and coping requirements of this part by the use of alternate methods are permitted where such methods will provide equivalent or greater access to, and usability of, the facility. Alternate methods shall permit individuals with disabilities to approach, enter and .use a site, building, facility or portion thereof as easily, safely, conveniently and independently as the specified method. SECTION 3110 DEFINITIONS For the purpose of this part, certain terms are designated as follows: ALTERATION is any change, addition or modification in construction or occupancy, Normal maintenance, rerooflng, painting or wallpapering, or changes to mechanical and electrical systems are not alterations unless they affect the usability of the building or facility. ALTERATION, SUBSTANTIAL is any alteration where the total cost of all alterations (including, but not limited to, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and structural changes) for a building or facility within any 12-month period amounts to 50 percent or more of the appraised value. (Based on UFAS; however, UFAS specifies 50 percent) PATH OF TRAVEL means a continuous, unobstructed way of pedestrian passage by means of which an altered area may be approached, entered and exited and which connects the altered area with an exterior approach (including sidewalks, streets and parking areas), an entry to the facility and other parts of the facility. For the purposes of this part, the term path of travel also includes restreoms, telephones and water fountains serving the altered area. PRIMARY FUNCTION AREA is any area where a major activity takes place. It includes both the customer services areas and work areas in places of public accommodation and all offices and work areas in commercial facilities. It does not include mechanical rooms, boiler rooms, supply storage rooms, employee lounges or locker rooms, janitorial closets, entrances, corridors or restrooms. ?AGE ~ ' 76 ~. OF ~K ~]OG4 F'G 1006 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 60 TECHNICALLY INFEASIBLE means that an alteration has little likelihood of being accomplished because existing structural conditions would required removing or altering a load-bearing member which is an essential part of the structural frame, or because other existing physical or site constraints prohibit modification or addition of elements, spaces or features which are in full and strict compliance with the minimum requirements for new construction and which are necessary to provide accessibility. SECTION 3111 ADDITIONS New additions may be made to existing buildings without making the entire building comply, provided the new additions conform to the provisions of Part II of this chapter for new construction, except as follows: 1. Entrances. Where a new addition to a building or facility does not have an accessible entrance, at least one entrance in the existing building or facility shall be accessible. 2. Accessible Route. Where the only accessible entrance to the addifion is located in the existing building or facility, at least one accessible route of travel shall be provided through the existing building or facility to all rooms, elements and spaces in the new addition which are required to be accessible. 3. Toilet and Bathing Facilities. Where there are no toilet rooms and bathing facility in an addition and these facilities in are provided in the existing building, then at least one toilet and bathing facility in the existing facility shall comply with Section 3106 or with Section 3112.3.7. 4. Group I Occupancies. Where patient rooms are added to an existing Group I Occupancy, a percentage of the additional rooms equal to the requirement of Section 3103.1.6 but in no case more than the total number of rooms required by Section 3103.1.6, shall comply with Section 3106.23. where toilet or bathing facilities are part of the accessible rooms, they shall comply with Section 3106.11. 5. Path of Travel. Where an addition affects the access to or use of an area of primary function, to the maximum extent feasible, the path of travel to the area of primary function, as well as to the restrooms, telephones and drinking fountains serving the altered area, shall be made accessible. EXCEPTION: Subject to the approval of the building official, the cost of providing an accessible path of travel need not exceed 20 percent of the total cost of the alteration. SECTION 3112 - ALTERATIONS 3112,1.1 Compliance, Alterations to existing buildings or facilities shall comply with this section. No alteration shall reduce or have the effect of reducing accessibility or usability of a building portion of a building or facility. If compliance with his section is technically infeasible, the alteration shall provide accessibility to the maximum extent technically feasible. EXCEPTION: Except when substantial as defined by Section 3110, alterations to Group R, Division 1, Apartment Buildings need not comply with this section. 3112.1.2 Existing Elements. Where existing elements, spaces essential features or common areas are altered, each such altered elements, space, feature or area shall comply with the applicable provisions of Part I~ of this chapter. Where an alteration is to an area of primary function, the maximum extent feasible, the path of travel to the altered area shall be made accessible. See also Appendix Chapter 31, Division I1. EXCEPTIONS: 1. An accessible route of travel need not be provided to altered elements, spaces or common areas which are not areas of primary function. 2. Areas of evacuation assistance need not be added to an altered building. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 61 3. Subject to the approval of the building official, the cost of providing an accessible path of travel need not exceed 20 percent of the total cost of the alteration. 3112.1.3 Installation of Stairs or Escalators. Where an escalator or new stairway is planned or installed requiring major structural changes, then a means of vertical transportation (e.g. elevator, platform lift) shall be provided in accordance with this chapter. 3112.1.4 Other Requirements. 3112.1.4.1 Where alterations of single elements, when considered together, amount to an alteration of a room or space in a building or facility, the entire area or space shall be accessible, 3112.1.4,2 No alteration of an existing element, space or area of a building shall impose a requirement for greater accessibility than that which would be required for new construction. 3112.1.4.3 Where the alteration work is limited solely to the electrical, mechanical or plumbing system or hazardous materials removal or automatic sprinkler retrofitting and does not involve the alteration, structural or otherwise, of any elements and spaces required to be accessible under these standards, Chapter 31 does not apply. 3112.1.4.4 Where alterations would increase the number of public pay telephones to four, with at least one in the interior, or where the facility has four or more public pay telephones and one or more is altered, at least one interior text telephone shall be provided in accordance with Section 3106.14. 3112.1.4.5 Where a building has an accessible entrance, altered entrances need not be made accessible unless they provide access to areas of primary function. If a particular entrance is not made accessible, appropriate accessible signage indicating the location to the nearest accessible entrance shall be installed at or near the inaccessible entrance, 3112.1.4.6 Where sleeping rooms are altered in an existing Group R, Division 1, Hotels, at least one sleeping room that complies with Section 3106.26 shall be provided for each 25 sleeping rooms or fraction thereof. In additional, at least one sleeping room for each 25 sleeping rooms or fraction thereof shall have telephones, visible alarms and visible notification devices in accordance with Section 3103.1.8.3. See 3106.14.3 and 3106.15. 3112.1.4.7 Where patient bedrooms are altered in an existing Group I Occupancy, a percentage of the altered bedrooms equal to the requirement of Section 3103.1.6, but in no case more than the total number of bedrooms required by Section 3103.1.6, shall comply with Section 3106.23. Where toilet or bathing facilities are part of the accessible rooms, they shall comply with Section 3106.11. 3112.1.4.8 No alteration shall be undertaken which decreases or has the effect of decreasing accessibility or usability of a building or facility below the requirements for new construction at the time of alteration. 3112.2 Substantial Alterations. Where substantial alteration, as defined in Section 3110, occurs to a building or facility, the entire building or facility shall comply with Part II of this code. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Areas of evacuation assistance need not be added to a substantially altered building. 2. Type B, Dwelling Units, need not be provided in buildings which are substantially altered. 3112.3 Modifications. 3112.3.1 General. The following modifications set forth in this section may be used for compliance where the required standard is technically infeasible or when providing access to historic buildings. F'¢I6E .-'_",~ OF 75 BI';. 7,084 Pti t00S FEE:~:98027~4:~ MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 62 3112.3.2 Rampa. Curb ramps and ramps constructed on existing sites or in existing buildings or facilities may have slopes and rises greater than specified in Part II of this chapter where space limitations preclude the use of 1 vertical in 12 horizontal slope or less, provided that: 1, A slope between 1 vertical in 10 horizontal and 1 vertical in 12 horizontal is allowed for a maximum rise of six inches (152 mm). 2. A slope between 1 vertical in 8 horizontal and 1 vertical in 10 horizontal is allowed for a maximum rise of three inches (76 mm). 3. Slopes greater than 1 vertical in 8 horizontal are prohibited. 3112.3.3 Stairways. Full extension of stair handrails is not required when such extension would be hazardous or impossible due to plan configuration. 3112,3.4 Elevators. Elevators shall comply with CABO/ANSI Al17.1. 3112.3.5 Platform Lifts. Upon the approval of the building official, platform lifts may be used in alterations in locations in addition to those permitted in Part II of this chapter if installation of an elevator is technically infeasible. Platform lifts shall comply with CABO/ANSI A117.1. 3112.3.6 Doors. 3112.3.6.1 Clearance. Where it is technically infeasible to comply with clear opening width requirements of 3106.10.2, a projection of 5/8 inch (16 mm) maximum is permitted for the latch side door stop. 3112.3.6.2 Thresholds. Existing thresholds measuring 3/4 inch (19 mm) high or less which are modified to provide a beveled edge on each side may be retained. 3112.3.7 Toilet Rooms. 3112.3.7,1 Shared Facilities. The addition of one unisex toilet facility accessible to ell occupants on the floor may be provided in lieu of making existing toilet facilities accessible when it is technically infeasible to comply with either part of Chapter 31, The unisex facility shall be located in the same area as existing facilities. 3112.3.7.2 Number. The number of toilet facilities and water closets required by the Uniform Plumbing Code may be reduced by one in order to provide accessible features. 3112.3.7.3 Signage. When existing toilet facilities are altered and not all are made accessible, directional signage complying with Sections 3106.16.3 and 3106.16.4 shall be provided indicating the location to the nearest accessible toilet facility. 3112.3.8 Assembly Areas. Seating shall adjoin an accessible route of travel that also serves as a means of emergency egress or route to an area for evacuation assistance. In alterations, accessibility to raised or sunken dining Areas or to all parts of outdoor seating Areas is not required provided that the same services and amenities are provided in an accessible space usable by the general public and not restricted to use by people with disabilities. 3112.3.9 Dressing Rooms. Where it is technically infeasible to meet the requirements of Part II of this chapter, one dressing room for each sex, or a unisex dressing room, on each level shall be accessible. MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 63 SFCTION 3113 - HISTORIC PRfiS£RYATION 3113.1 General. Generally, the accessibility provisions of this part shall be applied to historic buildings and facilities, as defined in Section 104(0 of this code. The building official, after consulting with the appropriate historic preservation officer, shall determine whether provisions required by this part for accessible routes of travel (interior or exterior), ramps, entrances, toilets, parking or signage would threaten or destroy the historic significance of the building or facility. If it is determined that any of the accessibility requirements listed above would threaten or destroy the historic significance of building or facility, the modifications of Section 3112.3 for that feature may be utilized. 3113.2 Special Provisions. Where removing architectural barriers or providing accessibility would threaten or destroy the historic significance of a building or facility, the following minimum requirements may be used. 1. At least on accessible route from a site access point to an accessible route of travel shall be provided. 2. At least one accessible entrance which is used by the public shall be provided. EXCEPTION: Where it is determined by the building official that no entrance used by the public can comply, access at any accessible entrance which is unlocked during business hours may be used provided directional signs are located at the primary entrance and the accessible entrance has a notification system. The route of travel for the accessible entrance shall not pass through hazardous areas, storage rooms, closets, kitchens or spaces used for similar purposes. 3. Where toilet facilities are provided, at least one toilet facility complying with Section 3111 and 3112 shall be provided along an accessible route. Such toilet facility shall be a shared facility available to both sexes. 4. Accessible routes from an accessible entrance to all publicly used spaces, on at least the level of accessible entrance shall be provided. Access should be provided to all levels of a building or facility when practical. Displays and written information and documents shall be located where they can be seen by a seated person. SECTION 3114 - APPEAL 3114.1 Request for Appeal. An appeal from the standards for accessibility for existing buildings may be filed with the building official in accordance with Section 204 when existing structural elements or physical constraints of the site prevent full compliance or would threaten or destroy the historical significance of a historic building. 3114.2 Review. 3114.2.1 Consideration of Alternative Methods. review of appeal request shall include consideration of alternative methods which may provide partial access, 3114.2.2 Waiver or Modification of Requirements. The appeals board may waive or modifiJ the requirements of this section when it is determined that compliance with accessibility requirements would threaten or destroy the historic significance of a building or facility. Fh4GE 65 ~F 76 3084 PG MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 64 TABLE NO. 31-A WHEELCHAIR SPACES RE¢ UIRED IN ASSEMBLY AREAS Capacity of Seating Number of Required In Assembly Area Wheelchair Spaces 4 to 25 1 20 to 50 2 51 to 300 4 301 to 500 6 over 500 6 plus 1 for each 100 over 500 TABLE NO. 31-B REQUIRED TYPE A DWELLING UNITS Total Number of Dwelling Units Required Number of Type A on Site Dwelling Units 1-10 None 11-20 1 21-40 2 41-60 3 61-80 4 81-100 5 For every 20 units, or fractional pad thereof, over 100 1 additional TABLE NO.31-C NUMBER OF ACCESSIBLE ROOMS AND ROLL-IN SHOWERS Total Number of Minimum Required Rooms With Rooms Accessible Rooms Roll-in Showers 1 - 25 1 None 26 - 50 2 None 51 - 75 3 1 76 - 100 4 1 101 - 150 5 2 151 - 200 6 2 201 - 300 7 3 301 - 400 8 4 401 -500 9 4 plus 1 for every 100 501 - 1000 2% of total rooms rooms or fraction Over 1000 20 plus 1 for every 100 rooms thereof over 400 or fraction thereof, over 1000 For congregate residences, the numbers in these columns shall apply to beds rather than rooms. F'Fi~E 66 OF 76 COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 65 TABLE NO. 31-D NUMBER OF ACCESSIBLE ROOMS FOR PERSONS WITH HEARING IMPAIRMENTS Number of Rooms Minimum Required Rooms 1 - 25 1 26 - 50 2 51 - 75 3 76- 100 4 101 - 150 5 151 - 200 6 201 - 300 7 301 - 400 8 401 - 500 9 501 - t000 2% of total rooms Over 1000 20 plus 1 for every 100 rooms, or fraction thereof, over 1000 TABLE NO.31-E REQUIRED CHECK OUT AISLES Check-Out Aisles Minimum Number of Units on Site Accessible Check-Out Aisles 1-4 1 5-8 2 9-15 3 Over 15 3 plus 20% of additional aisles TABLE NO. 31-F NUMBER OF ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES Parking Spaces Minimum Required Lot or Garage Number of Accessible Spaces 1 -25 1 26 - 50 2 51 - 75 3 76 - 100 4 101 - 150 5 151 - 200 6 201 - 300 7 301 - 400 8 401 - 500 9 501 - 1000 2% of total spaces Over 1000 20 spaces plus 1 space for every 100 spaces, or fraction thereof, over 1000 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 66 APPENDIX CHAPTER 31 DIVISION I - GUIDELINES FOR SITE TERRAIN EXEMPTIONS SECTION 3115 3115.1 Purpose. The purpose of this division is to provide the United States Department of Housing and Urban DeveJopment Federal Fair Housing Act Guidelines for Site Terrain Exemptions in the construction of covered multifamily dwellings. 3115.2 Scope. 3115.2.1 General. The provisions of this division may apply to all buildings and dwelling units that are regulated by the Federal Fair Housing Act Amendments of 1988. 3115.2.2 Applicability of Other Provisions. Except as specifically allowed by this division for determining site terrain exemptions, Group R, Division 1, Apartment Houses shall meet all applicable provisions of this code. 3115.3 Dsfinitions. For the purpose of this division, certain terms are defined as follows: COVERED MULTIFAMILY DWELLINGS means buildings consisting of four or more dwelling units if such buildings have one or more elevators; and ground floor dwelling units in other buildings consisting of four or more dwelling units. Dwelling units within a single structure separated by fire walls do not constitute separate buildings. FINISHED GRADE means the ground surface of the site after all construction, leveling, grading and development has been completed. UNDISTURBED SITE means the site before any construction, leveling, grading or development associated with the current project. 3115.4 Site Impracticality. 3115,4.1 General. Covered multifamily dwellings with elevators shall be designed and constructed to provide at least one accessible entrance on an accessible route regardless of terrain or unusual characteristics of the site. Covered multifamily dwellings without elevators shall be designed and constructed to proved at least one accessible entrance on an accessible route unless terrain or unusual characteristics of the site are such that the following conditions are found to exist: 3115.4.1.1 Site Impracticality Due to Terrain. There are two alternative tests for determining a site impractical due to terrain. The individual building test provided in paragraph (1), or the site analysis test provided in paragraph (2). These tests may be used as follows: A site with a single building having a common entrance for all units may be analyzed only as described in paragraph (1). All other sites, including a site with a single building having multiple entrances serving either individual dwelling units, or cluster of dwelling units, may be analyzed using the methodology in either paragraph (1) or paragraph (2). For these sites for which either test is applicable, regardless of which test is selected, at least 20 percent of the total ground floor units in non-elevator buildings, on any site, must comply with the guidelines. 1. Individual Building Test. It is impractical to provide an accessible entrance served by an accessible route when the terrain of the site is such that: BK 3084- F'G ~.O]L3 FEE~?802?14:! MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 67 1.1 The slopes of the undisturbed site measured between the planned entrance and all vehicular or pedestrian arrival points within 50 feet (15 mm) of the planned entrance exceed 10 percent. 1.2 The slopes of the planned finished grade measured between the entrance and all vehicular or pedestrian arrival points with 50 feet (15 mm) of the planned entrance also exceed 10 percent. If there are no vehicular or pedestrian arrival points within 50 feet (15 mm) of the planned entrance, the slope for the purpose of this paragraph (1) will be measured to the closest vehicular or pedestrian arrival point. For the purposes of these guidelines, vehicular or pedestrian arrival point include public or resident parking Areas, public transportation stops, passenger loading zones and public streets or sidewalks. To determine site impracticality, the slope would be measured at ground level from the point of the planned entrance on a straight line to (i) each vehicular or pedestrian arrival point that is within 50 feet (15 m) of the planned entrance; or (ii) if there are not vehicular or pedestrian arrival points within that specified areas, the vehicular or pedestrian arrival point closest to the planned entrance~ In the case of sidewalks, the closest point to the entrance will be where a public sidewalk entering the site intersects with the sidewalk to the entrance. In the case of resident parking areas, the closest point to the planned entrance will be measured from the entry point to the parking area that is located closest to the planned entrance. 2. Site Analysis Test. Alternatively, for a site having multiple buildings or a site with a single building with multiple entrance, impracticality of providing an accessible entrance served by an accessible route can be established by the following steps: 2.1 The percentage of the total buildable area of the undisturbed site with a natural grade less than 10 percent slope shall be calculated. The analysis of the existing slope (before grading) shall be done on a topographic survey with two foot (51 mm) contour intervals with slope determination made between each successive interval. The accuracy of the slope analysis shall be certified by a professional licensed engineer, landscape architect, architect or surveyor. 2.2 To determine the practicality of providing accessibility to planned multifamily dwellings based on the topography of the existing natural terrain, the minimum percentage of ground floor units to be made accessible should equal the percentage of the total buildable area (not including floodplain, wetlands or other restricted use areas) of the undisturbed site that has an existing natural grade of less than 10 percent slope. 2.3 In addition to the percentage established in paragraph 2.2, all ground floor units in a building or ground floor units served by a particular entrance, shall be made accessible if the entrance to the units is on an accessible route defined as a walkway with a slope between the planned entrance and a pedestrian or vehicular arrival point that is not greater than 8.33 percent. 3115.4,'1.2 Site Impracticality Due to Unusual Characteristics. Unusual characteristics include sites located in a federally-designated floodplain or coastal high-hazard area and sites subject to other similar requirements of law or code that the lowest structural member of the lowest floor must be raised to a specified level at or above the base flood elevation. An accessible route to a building entrance is impractical due to unusual characteristics ofthe site when: 1. The unusual site characteristics result in a difference in finished grade elevation exceeding 30 inches (760 mm) and 10 percent measured between an entrance and all vehicular or pedestrian arrival points within 50 feet (15 m) of the planned entrance; or, 2. If there are no vehicular or pedestrian arrival points within 50 feet (15 mm) of the planned entrance, the unusual characteristics result in a difference in finished grade elevation exceeding 30 inches (760 mm) and 10 percent measured between an entrance and the closest vehicular or pedestrian arrival point. 3115.4.2 Exceptions to Site Impracticality. Regardless of site consideration described in Section 3115.4.1, an accessible entrance on an accessible route is practical when: PAGE 69 OF 76 [~.~ ~1)8'~, F'¢: 10~z~- FEE:[:9~,02'?~.,~i.! MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 68 3115.4.2.1 There is an elevator connecting the parking area with the dwelling units on a ground floor. (In this case, those dwelling units on the ground floor served by an elevator and at least one of each type of public and common use areas would be subject to these guidelines.) However; 1. Where a building elevator is provided only as a means of creating an accessible route to dwelling units on a ground floor, the building is not considered an elevator building for purposes of these guidelines; hence, only the ground floor dwelling units would be covered. 2. If the building elevator is provided as a means of access to dwelling units other than dwelling units on a ground floor, then the building is an elevator building which is a covered multifamily dwelling and the elevator in that building must provide accessibility to all dwelling units in the building regardless of the slope of the natural terrain; or 3115,4,2.2 An elevated walkway is planned between a building entrance and a vehicular or pedestrian arrival point and the planned walkway has a slope no greater than 10 percent. DIVISION II - GUIDELINES FOR READILY ACHIEVABLE BARRIER REMOVAL SECTION 3116 3116.1 Purpose. The purpose of this division is to provide the United States Department of Justice, Americans with Disabilities Act Guidelines for readily achievable barrier removal in existing buildings. 3106.2 Scope. 3106.2.1 General. The provisions of this division may be used as a guideline for the removal of readily achievable barriers to accessibility in existing buildings as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. 3116.2.2 Applicability of Other Provisions. Except as specifically allowed by this division, all buildings and portions thereof shall meet all applicable prevision of this code. 3116.3 Definitions. For the purpose of this division, certain terms are defined as follows: COMMERCE is travel, tarde, traffic, commerce, transportation or communication (1) among the several States; (2) between any foreign country or any territory or possession and any state; or (3) between points in the same State, but through another State or foreign country. COMMERCIAL FACILITIES are facilities: 1. Whose operations will affect commerce 2. That are intended for nonresidential use by a private entity 3. That are not: 3.1 Facilities that are covered or expressly exempted from coverage under the Fair Housing Act of 1968, as amended (42 U.S.C. 3601-3631) 3.2 Aircraft 3.3 Railroad locomotives, railroad freight cars, railroad cabooses, commuter or intercity passenger rail cars (including coaches, dining cars, sleeping cars, lounge cars and food service cars), any other railroad cars described in Section 242 of the Americans with Disabilities Act or covered under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act or railroad rights-of-way. For purposes of this definition, "rail" and "railroad" have the meaning given the term "railroad" in Section 202(e) of the Federal Railroad Safety Act of 1970 (45 U.S.C. 431(e)). PLACE OF PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION is a facility, operated by a private entity, whose operations affect commeme and fall within at least one of the following categories: MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 69 1. An inn, hotel, motel or other place of lodging except for an establishment located within a building that contains not more than five rooms for rent or hire and that is actually occupied by the proprietor of the establishment as the residence of the proprietor. 2. A restaurant, bar or other establishment serving food or drink. 3. A motion picture house, theater, concert hall, stadium or other place of exhibition or entertainment. 4. An auditorium, convention center, lecture hall or other place of public gathering. 5. A bakery, grocery store, clothing store, hardware store, shopping center or other sales or rental establishment. 6. A Laundromat, dry-cleaner, bank, barber shop, beauty shop, travel service, shoe repair service, funeral parlor, gas station, office of an accountant or lawyer, pharmacy, insurance office, professional office of a health care provider, hospital or other service establishment. 7. A terminal, depot or other station used for specified public transportation. 8. A museum, library, gallery or other place of public display or collection. 9. A park, zoo, amusement park or other place of recreation. 10. A nursery, elementary, secondary, undergraduate or postgraduate private school or other place of education. 11. A day care center, senior citizen center, homeless shelter, food bank, adoption agency or other social service center establishment. 12. A gymnasium, health spa, bowling alley, golf course or other place of exercise or recreation. PRIVATE ENTITY is a person or entity other than a public entity. PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION is a private entity that owns, leases (or leases to) or operates a place of public accommodation. PUBLIC ENTITY is: 1. Any State or local government. 2. Any department, agency, special purpose district or other instrumentality of a State or States or local government. 3. The National Railroad Passenger corporation and any commuter authority (as defined in Section 103(8) of the Rail Passenger Service Act). READILY ACHIEVABLE is easily accomplishable and able to be carried out without much difficulty or expense. In determining whether an action is readily achievable, factors to be considered include: 1. The nature and cost of the action needed under this part. 2. The ove.rall financial resources of the site or sites involved in the action; the number of persons employed at the site; the effect on expenses and resources, legitimate safety requirements that are necessary for safe operation, including crime prevention measures; on the impact otherwise of the action upon the operation of the site. 3. If applicable, the overall financial resources of any parent corporation or entity; the overall size of the parent corporation or entity with respect to the number of its employees; the number, type and location of its facilities. 4. If applicable, the type of operation or operations of the parent corporation or entity including the composition, structure and functions of the workforce of the parent corporation or entity. 5. The geographic separateness and the administrative or fiscal relationship of the site or sites in question to the parent corporation or entity. UNDUE BURDEN means significant difficulty or expense. In determining whether an action would result in an undue burden, factors to be considered are the same as for READILY ACHIEVABLE. 3'1'16.4 Removal of Barriers. A public accommodation shall remove architectural barriers in existing facilities including communication barriers that are structural in nature, where such removal is readily achievable, i.e., easily accomplishable and able to be carried out without much difficulty or expense. !:'~GE '?-t 0~: 75 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 70 3116.5 Examples. Examples of steps to remove barriers include, but are not limited to, the following actions: 1. Installing ramps 2. Making curb cuts in sidewalks and entrances 3. Reposifioning shelves 4. Rearranging tables, chairs, vending machines, display racks and other furniture 5. Repositioning telephones 6. Adding raised letter markings on elevator control buttons 7. Installing flashing alarm lights 8. Widening doors 9. Installing offset hinges to widen doorways 10. Eliminating a turnstile or providing an alternative accessible path 11. Installing accessible door hardware 12. Installing grab bars in toilet stalls 13. Rearranging toilet partitions to increase maneuvering space 14. Insulating lavatory pipes under sinks to prevent burns 15. Installing a raised toilet seat 16. Installing a full-length bathroom mirror 17. Repositioning the paper towel dispenser ~n a bathroom 18. Creating a designated accessible parking space 19. Installing an accessible paper cup dispenser at an existing inaccessible water fountain 20. Removing high pile, Iow density carpeting 3116.6 Priorities. A public accommodation shall take measures to comply with the barrier removal requirements of this section in accordance with the following order or priorities: 1. First, a public accommodation shall take measures to provide access to a place of public accommodation from public sidewalks, parking or public transportation. These measures include, for example, installing an entrance ramp, widening entrances and providing accessible parking spaces. 2. Second, a public accommodation shall take measures to provide access to those areas of a place of public accommodation where goods and services are made available to the public. These measures include, for example, adjusting the layout of display racks, rearranging tables, widening doors, installing ramps, providing Brailled and raised character signage and providing visual alarms. 3. Third, a public accommodation shall take measures to provide access to restroom facilities in places of public accommodation where restroom facilities are used by the public on more than an incidental basis. These measures include, for example, removal of obstructing furniture or vending machines, widening of doors, installation of ramps, providing accessible signage, widening of toilet stalls and installations of grab bars. 4. Fourth, a public accommodation shall take any other measures necessary to provide access to the goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages or accommodations of a place of public accommodation. 3116.7 Relationship to Alterations Requirements of Chapter 31, Part III of this Code. 1. Except as provided in paragraph 2 below, measures taken to comply with the barrier removal requirements of this section shall comply with the applicable requirements for alterations in this section for the element being altered. The path of travel requirements shall not apply to measures taken solely to comply with the barrier removal requirements of this section. 2. If, as a result of compliance with the alterations requirements specified in paragraph 1 above, the measures required to remove a barrier would not be readily achievable, a public accommodation may take other measures to remove the barriers that do not fully comply with the specified requirements. No measure shall be taken, however, that poses a significant risk to the health or safety of individuals with disabilities or others. PAGE 72 OF 76 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 71 3116.8 Portable Ramps. Portable ramps should be used to comply with this division only when installation of a permanent ramp is not readily achievable. In order to avoid any significant risk to the health or safety of individuals with disabilities or other in using portable ramps, due consideration shall be given to safety features such as nonslip surfaces, railings, anchoring and strength of materials. 3116.9 Interpretation of Readily Achievable. 3116.9.1 General. The rearrangement of temporary or movable structures such as furniture, equipment and display racks is not readily achievable to the extent that it results in a significant loss of selling or serving space. 3116.10 Alternatives to Barrier Removal. 3116.10.1 General. Where a public accommodation can demonstrate that barrier removal is not readily achievable, a public accommodations shall not fail to make its goods and services, facilities, privileges, advantages or accommodations available through alternative methods, if those methods are readily achievable. 3106.10.2 Examples, Examples of alternatives to barrier removal include, but are not limited to, the following actions: 1. Providing curb service or home delivery 2. Retrieving merchandise from inaccessible shelves or racks 3. Relocating activities to accessible locations 4. Providing refueling service at inaccessible self-service gas stations 3116.11 Personal Devices and Services. This section does not require a public accommodation to provide its customers, client or participants with person devices such as wheelchairs or services of a personal nature including assistance in eating, toileting or dressing. 3116.12 Multi Screen Cinemas. If it is not readily achievable to remove barriers to provide access by persons with mobility impairments to all of the theaters of a Multi Screen cinema, the cinema shall establish a firm rotation schedule that provides reasonable access for individuals who use wheelchairs at all times. Reasonable notice shall be provided to the public as to the location and time of accessible showings. 3116.13 Readily Achievable and Undue Burden: Factors to be Considered. Refer to Definitions of these terms. 3116,14 Accessible or Special Goods. 3116.14.1 General. This part does not require a public accommodation to alter its inventory to include accessible or special goods that are designed for, or facilitate use by, individuals with disabilities. 3116.14,2 Special Orders. A public accommodation shall order accessible or special goods at the request of an individual with disabilities, if, in the normal course of its operation, it makes special orders on request for unstocked goods and if the accessible or special goods can be obtained from a supplies with whom the public accommodation customarily does business. 3116.14.3 Examples. Examples of accessible or special goods include items such as Braille versions of books, books on audio cassettes, closed-captioned video tapes, special sizes or lines of clothing and special foods to meet particular dietary needs. 3116.16 Seating in Assembly Areas. To the extent that it is readily achievable in existing facilities, a public accommodation shall: 1. Provide a reasonable number of wheelchair seating spaces and seats with removable aisle-side arm rests in assembly areas; and 2. Locate the wheelchair seating spaces so that they; ,~'¢~GE 73 OF 76 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 72 2.1 Are dispersed through the seating area; 2.2 Provide lines of sight comparable to those in all viewing areas; 2.3 Adjoin an accessible route of travel that also serves as a means of egress in case of emergency; and 2.4 Permit individuals who use wheelchairs to sit with family member or other companions. EXCEPTION: If removal of seats is not readily achievable, a public accommodation shall provide a portable chair or other means to permit a family member or other companion to sit with an individual who uses a wheelchair. DIVISION IV - ALTERNATE GUIDELINES FOR AUDIBLE ALARMS SECTION 3'117 3117.'1 Purpose. The purpose of this division is to provide the United States Department of Justice, Americans with Disabilities Act Guidelines for audible alarms. 3117.2 Audible Alarms. Audible alarms shall exceed the prevailing equivalent sound level in the room or space by at least 15 decibels or shall exceed any maximum sound level with a duration of 30 seconds by 5 decibels, whichever is louder. Sound levels for alarm signals shall not exceed 120 decibels. DIVISION V - ALTERNATE GUIDELINES FOR VISUAL CONTRAST SECTION 3118 31'18.1 Purpose. The purpose of this division is to provide the United States Department of Justice, Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines for visual contrast, 3118.2 Guidelines for Visual Contrast of Signage. The characters and background of signs shall be eggshell (11 to 19 degree gloss on 60 degree glossimeter). Characters shall be light on a dark background (or dark on a light background) and contrast with their background by at least 70 percent. Contrast in percent shall be determined as follows: Contrast = [(B1 - B2)/B1] x 100 Where:B1 - light reflectance value (LRV) of the lighter area; and, B2 = light reflectance value (LRV) of the darker area. DIVISION VI - AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT GUIDELINES FOR AUTOMATED TELLER MACHINES SECTION 3119 3119.1 Purpose. The purpose of this division is to provide the United States Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board Americans with Disabilities Act Guidelines for automated teller machines. 3119.2 Accessible Buildings - Automated Teller Machines. Where automated teller machines are provided, each machine shall comply with the requirements below except where two or more machines are provided at a location, then only one must comply. EXCEPTION: Drive-up-only automated teller machines are not required to comply with 3119.4 and 3119.5. 3119.3 General. Each automated teller machine required to be accessible by Section 3119,2 shall be on an accessible route and shall comply with he provisions of this section. PAGE 7.~ OF 7~ MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 73 31'19.4 Clear Floor Space. The automated teller machine shall be located so that clear floor space complying with Sections 3106.2.4.1, 3106.5.4.2, 3106.2.4.3 and 3106.2.4.4 is provided to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a forward approach, a parallel approach or both to the machine. 3119.5 Reach Ranges. 1. Forward approach only. If only a forward approach is possible, operable parts of all controls shall be placed within the forward reach range specified in Section 3106.2.4.5. 2. Parallel approach only. If only a parallel approach is possible, operable parts of controls shall be placed as follows: 2.1 Reach depth not mere than 10 inches (255 mm). Where the reach depth to the operable pads of all controls as measured from the vertical plane perpendicular to the edge of the unobstructed clear space at the farthest protrusion of the automated teller machine or surround is not more than 10 inches (255 mm), the maximum height above the finished floor or grade shall be 54 inches (1370 2.2 Reach depth more than 10 inches (255 mm). Where the reach depth to the operable parts of any control as measured from the vertical plane perpendicular to the edge of the unobstructed clear floor space at the farthest protrusion of the automated teller machine or surround is more than 10 inches (255 mm), the maximum height above the finished floor or grade shall be as follows: Reach Depth Maximum Height Inches Mm Inches Mm 10 2555 54 1370 11 280 53-1/2 1360 12 305 53 1345 13 330 52-1/2 1335 14 355 51-1~ 1310 15 380 51 1295 16 405 50-1/2 1285 17 430 50 1270 18 455 49-1/2 1255 19 485 49 1245 20 510 48-1/2 1230 21 535 47-1/2 1205 22 560 47 1195 23 585 46-1/2 1180 24 610 46 1170 3. Forward and parallel approach. If both a forward and parallel approach are possible, operable parts of controls shall be placed within at least one of the reach ranges in paragraphs (1) or (2) of this section. 4. Bins. Where bins are provided for envelopes, waste paper or other purposes, at least one of each type provided shall comply with the applicable reach ranges in paragraph (1), (2) or (3) of this section. F'~GE 75~ OF 76 MOHAVE COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 98-05 Page 74 EXCEPTION: Where a function can be performed in a substantially equivalent manner by using an alternate control, only one of the controls needed to perform that function is required to comply with this section. If the controls are identified by tactile markings, such markings shall be provided on both controls. 31'19.6 Controls. Controls for user activation shall comply with 3106.3. 3119.7 Equipment for Persons with Vision Impairments. Instructions and all information for use shall be made accessible to and independently useable by persons with vision impairments. PA(~E 76 OF 76 W~' P¢5 1021 r:':'~'~'°l '~-" " BF., ~..'c,~ , EL ........ RESOLUTION NO. 98-152 Page 2 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors, at their regular meeting on Monday, May 4, 1998, ADOPTED Ordinance No. 98-05 as recommended by the Mohave County Planning and Zoning Commission. Mo _ , PE.V,SO.S