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  4914716 Documents, Office of - Errata Notice - Amendments to the Green Construction Code Supplement of 2013, Subtitle K  

  • OFFICE OF DOCUMENTS AND ADMINISTRATIVE ISSUANCES

     

    ERRATA NOTICE

     

    The Administrator of the Office of Documents and Administrative Issuances (ODAI), pursuant to the authority set forth in Section 309 of the District of Columbia Administrative Procedure Act, approved October 21, 1968, as amended (82 Stat. 1203; D.C. Official Code § 2-559 (2012 Repl.)), hereby gives notice of corrections to the Notices of Final Rulemaking issued by the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) and published in the D.C. Register on March 28, 2014, Part 2,  at 61 DCR 2782-3047 and 61 DCR 3063-3455, as amended by Notices of Emergency Rulemaking and Proposed Rulemaking published in the D.C. Register on May 9, 2014 at 61 DCR 4760-4775.

     

    The rulemakings adopt the District of Columbia Construction Codes Supplement of 2013, Title 12 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations (DCMR).

     

    District of Columbia Building Code Supplement of 2013, 12 DCMR Subtitle A

     

    1. Insert the word “Section” in Section 114.1.1 to read as follows:

     

    114.1.1 Issuance.  The stop work order shall be in writing, in a form prescribed by the code official, and shall be given to the owner of the property involved, or to the owner’s agent, or to the person doing the work.  If the stop work order cannot be delivered personally, notice shall be effected by posting the stop work order as provided in Sections 114.1.4 and 114.2 below.  Upon service of a stop work order pursuant to Section 114.1.4, the cited work shall immediately cease until the situation is corrected.

     

    2.         The provision numbered “7705.8.7.5 Owner’s responsibility” should be corrected to        read “705.8.7.5 Owner’s responsibility” as follows:

     

    7705.8.7.5 Owner’s responsibility.  The owner of the building where openings are allowed pursuant to Sections 705.8.7.1 through 705.8.7.4 is responsible for making any changes in the exterior wall or its appurtenant protective systems, to maintain the building compliance with this code, whenever changes occur in the exterior envelope of any building within a distance of 10 feet (3048 mm) or less of that wall, when those changes might affect compliance with this code.  The responsibility of the owner shall include but not be limited to, the following: blocking of openings; upgrading of opening protectives; removal or extension of parts of the required sprinkler system protecting the openings; or any other provisions deemed necessary by the code official to restore the level of safety provided by this code at the time the openings were permitted.

     

    3.         Replace the word “stair” with “stairway” in Section 1022.9.1, to read as follows:

     

    1022.9.1 Signs outside stairway.  A sign complying with ICC A117.1 shall be provided at each entrance to the exit stairway and ramp, identifying the stair stairway or ramp with the same designations used for the stairway identification signs in Section 1022.9.2.1.  The sign also shall state “EXIT” in raised characters and Braille in accordance with Section 1011.4 of the Building Code.

     

    4.         In Section 1603, replace section number “1603.4” with “1603.2” to read as follows:

     

    1603    CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

     

    Insert new Section 1603.24 in the Building Code to read as follows:

     

    1603.24 Restrictions on loading.  It shall be unlawful to place, or cause or permit to be placed, on any floor or roof of a building, structure or portion thereof, a load greater than is permitted by this code.

     

    5.         Delete the last sentence in Section 2901.1 Scope to read as follows:

     

    2901.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter and the International Plumbing Code shall govern the erection, installation, alteration, repairs, relocation, replacement, addition to, use or maintenance of plumbing equipment and systems. Toilet and bathing rooms shall be constructed in accordance with Section 1210. Plumbing systems and equipment shall be constructed, installed and maintained in accordance with the International Plumbing Code. Private sewage disposal systems shall conform to the International Private Sewage Disposal Code.

     

    6.         Insert the word “Section” in Section 3307.2.2 to read as follows:

     

    3307.2.2 Objections by owner of adjoining premises.  The owner of adjoining premises shall have 30 days from the date that a notification complying with Section 3307.2.1 is delivered to object in writing to the owner seeking to undertake the work on the grounds that the proposed work plan will not protect the adjoining premises. The objection shall include technical support for the objecting owner’s conclusions that the proposed work plan will not protect the adjoining premises.  A copy of the objection of the owner of the adjoining premises, with supporting technical documentation, shall be provided to the code official by the owner seeking to undertake the work.  The code official is authorized, but not required, to grant a reasonable extension of time to the owner receiving a notification under Section 3307.2, if necessary to complete the evaluation of the proposed work plan.

     

    7.         Replace the word “Subsection” with the word “Section”, and insert the word “Sections” in Section 3307.2.3.1 to read as follows:

     

    3307.2.3.1 Failure to grant access. If the owner of the adjoining premises fails to grant written permission (conditional or unconditional) for entry after appropriate notice in compliance with Subsection Section 3307.2, then any protective work requiring access to the adjoining premises shall be the responsibility of the owner of the adjoining premises, and shall execute such measures to make safe the premises without delay so as not to impede or materially delay the original construction, subject to the provisions of Sections 3307.2.3.3 and 3307.2.3.4. The owner of the adjoining premises.

     

    8.         Insert the word “Sections” in Section 3307.2.3.2 to read as follows:

     

    3307.2.3.2. Failure to respond. If the owner of the adjoining premises does not respond within the 30 day period set forth in Section 3307.2.2, then the owner of the adjoining premises shall be deemed to have elected to make safe his, her or its premises, and shall execute such measures to make safe the premises without delay so as not to impede or materially delay the original construction, subject to the provisions of Sections 3307.2.3.3 and 3307.2.3.4.

     

    9.         Replace the references to Sections 3107.18.2 and 3107.18.2.3 in Appendix N with            “N101.18.2” and “N101.18.2.3” to read as follows:

     

    N101.18.2a Gallery Place Project Graphics Displays in Private Alley.  A single, stationary Gallery Place Project Graphic may be erected and maintained in the private alley located between the Gallery Place Project and the property known as the Verizon Center; provided that it complies with the following specific requirements, in addition to the provisions in Sections 3107.18.2 N101.18.2 (Additional Requirements and Restrictions) and 3107.18.2.3 N101.18.2.3 (Intensity or Brilliance of Signs):

     

     

    District of Columbia Mechanical Code Supplement of 2013, 12 DCMR Subtitle E

     

    1.      The phrase “Item 2 of Section 501.3.1” should be inserted in place of “Section 501.3.1(2)” in Section 506.3.13.3 to read as follows:

     

    When an approved odor and grease removal system is installed, termination is permitted in accordance with the requirements of Item 2 of Section 501.3.1(2) of the Mechanical Code, provided termination is not less than 15 feet (4572 mm) above the adjoining grade level.

     

    2.      The phrase “of the Building Code” should be inserted in Exception 4 a. of Section 607.5.4 to read as follows:

     

    4. Smoke dampers are not required in ducted corridor penetrations where:

     

    a.             The building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 of the Building Code;

     

    3.      A comma should be inserted in Section 1003.11.1 as noted:

     

    1003.11.1 Type of Inspection.  The annual inspection of unfired pressure vessels shall consist of an external inspection including safety devices and other appurtenances.  When a vessel is provided with manholes, an internal inspection shall also be performed.

     

    4.      Two provisions are numbered as Section 1003.13.3 in the published rulemaking. The second of the two should be renumbered as 1003.13.4 to read as follows:

     

    1003.13.34 Expiration.  The certificate of competency shall be issued for a two-year period, provided, however, any certificate of competency issued shall become null and void if the inspector holding the certificate of competency ceases to be employed or retained by the insurance company upon which his or her National Board eligibility is based, or if the National Board certification on which the inspector’s certificate of competency is based is cancelled or invalidated.

     

    5.         A comma should be inserted in Section 1003.17.1 as noted:

     

    1003.17.1 Operation prohibited.  No person shall operate or cause to be operated any boiler or unfired pressure vessel which is known to be unsafe or which has been condemned by the code official.  No person shall operate or cause to be operated any boiler or unfired pressure vessel, the further use and operation of which has been ordered discontinued by the code official, until the defective or unsafe condition which was the reason for such action has been corrected and a new certificate of inspection is issued. 

     

    6.         The word “inches” should be deleted in Section 1005.1 as noted:

     

    1005.1 Steel platforms.  To provide access to the top of every power boiler setting, a steel platform shall be provided, reached by means of a stationary steel stairway or ladder.  The platform shall be provided with a 4 inch (102 mm) high toe guard, with a steel railing not less than 36 inches (914 mm) inches in height, and shall have a runway not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in width, made of steel grating or other approved material.

     

    7.         Table 1007.2 should be revised to change the phrase “251 or 2000” to “251 to 2000” to     read as follows:

     

                TABLE 1007.2

    EQUALIZER PIPE SIZES

    GRATE AREA

    (square feet)

    S.V.R.C. a

    (pounds per hour)

    PIPE SIZE

    (inches nom.)

    Under 4

    250 or less

    1 ½

    4 to 15

    251 or  to 2000

    2 ½

    Over 15

    2001 or over

    4

     

     

    8.         The phrase “Item 1 of Section 1010.8” should be substituted for the phrase “Section         1010.8(1)” in Section 1010.8 to read as follows:

     

    1010.8 Minimum capacity.  The minimum required capacity of the safety valve or valves, in pounds of steam per hour, shall be determined as follows:

     

    1.         For steel or cast iron boilers, multiply the area of heating surface in square feet, if available, by 5 or use the maximum rating output of the boiler as specified by the manufacturer, whichever is greater.

     

    2.         If the fuel burning equipment installed will produce a greater output than the minimum obtained in Item 1 of Section 1010.8(1), the minimum capacity of the safety valve or valves shall be based on the maximum output obtainable. In any event the requirements of Section 1010.4 shall be met.

     

    9.         The reference to “Section 1010.9(3)” in Section 1010.9.1 should be changed to “Item 3 of             Section 1010.9” as follows:

     

    1010.9.1 Y-base connection.  When a Y-base is used pursuant to Item 3 of Section 1010.9(3) above, the inlet area shall not be less than the combined outlet areas.

     

    10.       The phrase “pounds per psi” should be replaced with "pounds per square inch (psi)” in       the following Sections:

     

    1008.17 Gauge scale graduation.  The scale on the dial of a gauge on a low pressure boiler shall be graduated to not less than 30 pounds per square inch (psi) (210 kPa), in 5 psi (35 kPa) increments.  Connections to steam gauge siphons shall be of non-ferrous pipe.  The gauge shall be visible at all times without the removal of any cover or casing, and shall be of such size and so located as to be easily readable from the operating floor.

     

    1012.3 Feed pump.  Each miniature boiler operating at a pressure in excess of 25 pounds per square inch (psi) (172 kPa) shall be provided with at least one feed pump or other approved feeding device except where the steam generator is operated with no extraction of steam (closed system).

     

    1015.1 Limited capacity storage tanks.  Each hot water storage tank, range boiler, or automatic storage water heater, having a nominal water-containing capacity of 120 gallons (454 L) or less shall be built for a minimum working pressure of 125 pounds per square inch (psi) (862 kPa) and shall be tested hydrostatically to 300 pounds per square inch (psi) (2069 kPa).  Each tank shall have clearly and indelibly stamped or stenciled thereon the name of the manufacturer, the maximum allowable working pressure for which it is built, and the test pressure.

     

    1016.1 Minimum working pressure.  Each hydro-pneumatic tank shall be constructed for a minimum working pressure of 150 pounds per square inch (psi) (1034 kPa).

     

     

    1019.2 Weld plate specifications.  The base material of the plates to be welded shall be of flange or firebox steel quality, 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) thick and having a tensile strength of not less than 55,000 pounds per square inch (psi) (379 MPa).  The plates shall be 5 inches (127 mm) long by 6 inches (152 mm) wide, and shall be prepared for a single “V” groove butt joint.

     

    1022.5.1 Reinstallation.  When a boiler regulated by Section 1022.5 is removed from an existing setting, it shall not be reinstalled for an allowable working pressure in excess of 15 pounds per square inch (psi) (103 kPa).

     

    1022.6 Boilers with cast-iron headers and mud drums.  The maximum allowable working pressure on water-tube boilers, the tubes of which are secured to cast-iron or malleable-iron headers or which have cast-iron mud drums, shall not exceed 160 pounds per square inch (psi)  (1103 kPa).

     

    1022.7 Assumed tensile strengths.  When the tensile strength of steel or wrought iron shell plates is not known, it shall be taken as 55,000 pounds per square inch (psi) (379 212 kPa) for steel and 45,000 pounds per square inch (psi) (310 264 kPa) for wrought iron.

     

    1022.8 Crushing strength of mild steel.  The resistance to crushing of mild steel shall be taken at 95,000 pounds per square inch (psi) (655 000 kPa).

     

    1023.3 Gauge cocks.  Each boiler with an allowable working pressure in excess of 15 pounds per square inch (psi) (103 kPa) shall have three or more gauge cocks located within the range of the visible length of the water glass, except when such boiler has two water glasses with independent connections to the boiler located on the same horizontal plane and not less than 2 feet (610 mm) apart.

     

    1023.9.1 Extra heavy blow-off pipe.  When the maximum allowable working pressure exceeds 100 pounds per square inch (psi) (689 kPa), the blow-off shall be extra heavy from boiler to valve or valves, and shall extend full size without reducers or bushings.  Blow-off piping shall be of black wrought iron or black steel and shall be extra heavy pipe.  Galvanized pipe shall not be used for this purpose.

     

    1023.9.3 Extra heavy blow-off valves.  When the maximum allowable working pressure exceeds 100 pounds per square inch (psi) (689 kPa), each bottom blow-off pipe shall be fitted with two valves or a valve and cock, such valves and cocks to be of the extra heavy type.

     

    1023.10 Feed-water connections.  The feed pipe of a steam boiler shall be provided with a check valve near the boiler and a valve or cock between the check valve and the boiler.  When two or more boilers are fed from a common source, there shall also be a globe valve on the branch to each boiler, between the check valves and the main feed pipe.  When a globe valve is used on a feed pipe, the inlet shall be under the disk from the valve.  In all cases where the safety valve is set above 25 pounds per square inch (psi) (172 kPa), there shall be a second means of feeding water against the maximum approved working pressure of the boiler.

     

    1024.1 Maximum allowable working pressure.  The maximum allowable working pressure of heating boilers shall be determined as follows:

     

    1.         Riveted Heating Boilers.  The maximum allowable working pressures on the shell or drum of a riveted heating boiler shall be determined in accordance with Section 1022, except that in no case shall the maximum allowable working pressure of a steam boiler exceed 15 pounds per square inch (psi) (103 kPa).

     

    2.         Cast Iron Heating Boilers.  The maximum allowable working pressure of a boiler composed principally of cast iron shall not exceed 15 pounds per square inch (psi) (103 kPa), unless such boiler complies with all the requirements of the Mechanical Code for power boilers. The maximum allowable working pressure of a boiler having cast-iron shell or heads and steel or wrought-iron tubes shall not exceed 15 pounds per square inch (psi) (103 kPa).

     

    1024.1.1 Low pressure boiler.  A radiator in which steam pressure is generated at a pressure of 15 pounds per square inch (psi) (103 kPa) or less shall be considered a low pressure boiler.

     

    1024.2 Safety valves.  Each steam-heating boiler shall be provided with one or more safety valves with a total area of not less than 1 square inch (645 mm2) for each 5 square feet (0.46 m2) of grate area or equivalent if grates are not used.  The steam-relieving capacity of the safety valve or valves on any boiler shall be sufficient to prevent the boiler pressure from rising to more than 5 pounds per square inch (psi) (34 kPa) above the maximum allowable working pressure of the boiler.

     

    1024.3.1 Steam pressure gauge.  Each steam-heating boiler shall have a steam pressure gauge connected to the steam space of the boiler itself or on steam pipe near the boiler.  The graduations of the steam gauge shall not have a range of less than 15 pounds per square inch (psi) (103 kPa) nor more than 30 per square inch (psi) (207 kPa).

     

    1025.2.1 Feed pump.  Each miniature boiler operating at a pressure in excess of 25 pounds per square inch (psi) (172 kPa) shall be provided with at least one feed pump or other approved water-feeding device.

     

    1025.2.2 Feed water and blow-off connections.  Each miniature boiler shall be fitted with feed water and blow-off connections that shall not be less than 1/2 inch (13 mm) iron pipe size, unless operated on a closed system.  The feed pipe shall be provided with a check valve and a stop valve.  The blow-off shall be fitted with a valve or cock and shall be in direct connection with the lowest water space practicable.  When the boiler is under pressure, feed water shall not be introduced through the openings or connections used for the column, the water gauge glass or gauge cocks.  All valves, pipe fittings and appliances shall be rated at a minimum of 125 pounds per square inch (psi) (862 kPa) standard pressure.

     

    1025.2.6 Standard stop valve.  Each steam line from a miniature boiler shall be provided with a 125 pounds per square inch (psi) (862 kPa) standard stop valve located as close to the boiler shell or drum as practicable.

     

    1026.3.2 Age limit.  The age limit of a pressure vessel having a longitudinal lap joint and a working pressure over 50 pounds per square inch (psi) (345 kPa) shall be 30 years.

     

                1026.7 Tensile strength.  When the ultimate tensile strength of steel shell plates is not      known, it shall be taken as 55,000 pounds per square inch (psi) (379 000 kPa) for       equipment operating at temperatures not exceeding 700 °F (371 °C).

     

                1026.8 Crushing strength of mild steel.  The resistance to crushing of mild steel shall      be taken at 95,000 pounds per square inch (psi) (655 000 kPa).

     

     

    District of Columbia Plumbing Code Supplement of 2013, 12 DCMR Subtitle F

     

    1.  The term “high risk non-residential structure” should be italicized in Section 603.3.2, and the word “facilities” should be replaced with “structures” to read as follows:

     

    603.3.2 High Risk Non-Residential Structure.  Any building, structure or campus that is or contains a facility hereafter classified as a high risk non-residential structure shall be required to install a reduced pressure principle backflow prevention assembly conforming to ASSE 1013 on the water service connection.  High risk non-residential structures facilities include, but are not limited to, hospitals, hemoglobin dialysis centers, funeral homes or mortuary facilities, chemical manufacturing plants, car wash facilities, sewage treatment plants, auxiliary water supply systems, wells, dry cleaning plants, laboratories, facilities where radioactive materials are handled, and facilities with a water reuse system.

     

     

    District of Columbia Property Maintenance Code Supplement of 2013, 12 DCMR Subtitle G

     

    1.  In Section 101.2 Scope, replace the reference to “Section 101.4.5.2” with “Section 101.4.5.3.”

     

    2.  In Section 101.3 Intent, replace the reference to “Section 101.4.5.3” with “Section 101.4.5.4.”

     

    3. In Section 101.4 Severability, replace the phrase “Partial Invalidity” with “Severability”, and the word “Segregation” with “Severance” to read as follows:

     

    101.4 Severability.  The provisions of Sections 102.5, Partial Invalidity Severability, and 102.5.1, Segregation Severance of Invalid Provisions, of 12 DCMR A, shall apply to the Property Maintenance Code and are hereby   incorporated by reference.

     

     

     

    4.         In the title of Section 107.7.1.1, the word “closures” is not capitalized. Insert the word “Section” before 107.7.1 in Section 107.7.1.1 to read as follows:

     

    107.7.1.1 Building cClosures.  Where the code official (a) issues an order or notice to close and barricade a residential structure or dwelling unit, pursuant to Section 108, or (b) posts a closure or imminently dangerous order or notice pursuant to Section 109, in addition to posting the notice or order as provided in Section 107.7.1, the code official shall provide a copy of the notice or order to each tenant affected by the notice or order by leaving a copy at each dwelling unit or any other reasonable method in the code official’s discretion.

     

    5. In Section 302.4.1, insert the metric equivalent “(203 mm) after “8 inches” in exception 2 to read as follows:

     

    Exceptions:

     

    1.            Weeds, grasses, or other vegetation planted for agricultural use, if such weeds, grasses or vegetation are located at least 150 feet (45.72 m) from property zoned for nonagricultural use.

     

    2.            Healthy plants, grasses, or shrubbery in tended grounds, gardens, or landscape designed yards, which exceed 8 inches (203 mm) in height.

     

    6.  In Section 302.4.2.2, the word “Sections” should be substituted for the word “Section” to read as follows:

     

    302.4.2.2 Summary abatement during the same growing season.  If the owner of any premises is served in accordance with the procedures set forth in Sections 107.2 and 107.3 with a notice of violation under Section 302.4 but fails to comply with the terms of the notice of violation, then, the District of Columbia government may summarily abate the violating condition during the same growing season in which the notice of violation was issued without issuance of another notice.

     

    7. In Section 304.11.1, insert the phrase “Unused openings” in the title, to read as follows:

     

    304.11.1  Unused openings. Unused openings in chimneys shall be closed.

     

    8. In Section 304.11.2, insert the phrase “Flue openings” in the title, to read as follows:

     

    304.11.2  Flue openings. All flue openings in chimneys shall be supplied with flue crocks, and metal or masonry thimbles.

     

    9. In Section 308.2.3, replace the word “or” with the word “of” to read as follows:

     

    308.2.3 Housing business.  The operator of a housing business shall not permit the accumulation or of rags, waste paper, broken furniture or any combustible junk in any portions of the premises under the operator’s control.

     

    10.       In Item 2 of Section 404.4.1.1, insert the word “of” to read as follows:

     

    2.         The maximum number of occupants accommodated on any single floor of the hotel or motel shall not exceed one person for each 50 square feet (4.6 m2 ) of the total habitable room area in all of the rooming units located on that floor;

     

     

    11.       In Item 5 of Section 404.4.1.1 insert the metric equivalent “(914 mm)” after the term “3    feet” to read as follows:

     

    5.         The beds in each high density occupancy room shall be arranged so that the head end of each bed is at least 3 feet (914 mm) distant from the head end of any other bed;

     

     

    12.       In Section 404.4.6, insert the phrase “Room dividers” in the title, and replace the word    “four” with the number “4”, to read as follows:

     

    404.4.6 Room dividers. No room shall be divided in any manner into space intended for living, sleeping, eating or cooking purposes by an installed partition or divider of any type above 4 four feet (1219 mm) in height, unless each such subdivided part complies with the requirements for a habitable space.

     

    Exception:  The enclosure of cabinet-type kitchenettes by doors or other closing devices, where those kitchenettes are too small to be occupied when the doors or other closing devices are closed in a normal manner, shall not be deemed to subdivide the room.

     

    13.       Insert the words “with Sections 606.3.1 through 606.3.4” in Section 606.3, to read as        follows:

     

    606.3 Maintenance, testing, inspections.  Periodic tests and inspections shall be made by the code official, or by an approved Third Party Inspection Agency, and shall be made at the expense and responsibility of the owner.  Except as otherwise provided for in this code, the maintenance, inspection and testing of all elevators and conveying systems and their components, including the frequency of inspections and testing, shall conform to: with Sections 606.3.1 through 606.3.4.

     

     

    District of Columbia Fire Code Supplement of 2013, 12 DCMR Subtitle H

     

    1.         In Section 601, replace the heading “602.1 Permits” with the heading “601.2 Permits”     to read as follows:

     

    601      GENERAL

     

    Strike Section 601.2 of the International Fire Code in its entirety and insert new Section 601.2 in the Fire Code in its place to read as follows:

     

    602.1  601.2  Permits.  Permits shall be obtained for refrigeration systems and battery systems as set forth in Section 105.6.

     

     

    District of Columbia Green Construction Code Supplement of 2013, 12 DCMR Subtitle K

     

    1.   The term “Administrative Bulletins” should be inserted in place of the phrase “the Green    Building Program Manual” in Section 611.1.

     

    2.   The term “Mechanical Code” should be inserted in place of “IMC” in Section 611.1.2.1.

     

     

    The rules are effective upon the original publication date of March 28, 2014. 

               

    Any questions or comments regarding this notice shall be addressed by mail to Victor L. Reid, Esq., Administrator, Office of Documents and Administrative Issuances, 441 4th Street, N.W., Suite 520 South, Washington, D.C. 20001, email at victor.reid@dc.gov, or via telephone at (202) 727-5090.

     

     

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