1173.03 ROOFTOP OR ELEVATED HELIPORT OR HELISTOP.

   In addition to aviation and structural requirements which may be imposed by proper authority, and to other regulations contained in this chapter, every rooftop or platform heliport and helistop shall be constructed in accordance with the following minimum specifications:

   (a)    Material used for a rooftop or elevated heliport or helistop shall be of noncombustible material with a fire resistance rating of not less than two hours.

   (b)    No opening or openings in the roof or platform shall be permitted in the immediate landing area.

   (c)    At least two approved means of egress, remote from each other, shall be provided from each rooftop landing area. Such egress shall be protected by doors having a Class B rating. All means of ingress and egress shall be identified and illuminated.

   (d)    The landing area and all openings shall be diked or curbed to a height of at least four inches so as to confine fuel spillage to its confines.

   (e)    Fire extinguishing systems consisting of chemical portable extinguishers, building standpipe systems, or another source of water supply, and at least two hose stations remote from each other, shall be provided subject to detailed specifications and approval of the Fire Chief.

   (f)    An auxiliary pole station at or in close proximity to the landing pad, or a master or street box fire alarm directed to the Fire Division of the City shall be installed and maintained in good working order.

   (g)    Separate drains for the heliport or helistop shall be provided so that no gasoline or flammable liquids will be permitted to drain into a sewage system. Flammable liquid separators shall be provided.

   (h)    “No Smoking” signs shall be installed on the roof or platform.

      (Ord. 72-13. Passed 7-11-72.)