(A) The One- and Two-Family and Townhouse Dwelling Code of the village (hereinafter referred to as the ("Residential Building Code") shall hereafter be identical with the provisions of that publication entitled "International Residential Code, 2018 Edition" and which is incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth, except as amended below.
(B) Amendments to Code. Additions, insertions, changes and deletions to sections of the residential Building Code are hereby revised as follows:
(1) Subsection R101.1 Title (Name, of Jurisdiction insert).
Insert: Village of Bellwood.
(2) Subsection R101.2 Scope (addition).
Add: Attached dwelling units shall be vertically separated by a U.L., listed three (3) hour rated fire resistive masonry wall assembly with an STC rating of not less than 50 with a separate means of egress.
(3) Subsection R101.4 Zoning (new subsection).
Add: Zoning - The restrictions of the Village Code Zoning regulations and all amendments thereto, shall not be deemed to be modified by any provision of this code; and such restrictions shall be controlling except insofar as this code imposes greater restrictions by reason of the type of construction used, in which case the provisions of this code shall control.
(4) Subsection R101.5 Legislative (new subsection).
Add: Legislative - If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is, or shall be for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The village board hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and each section, subsection, clause or phrase thereof, it-respective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses and phrases be declared invalid.
(5) Subsection R103.1 Department of Building Safety (Creation of Enforcement Agency).
Change: The Building and Zoning Department shall be charged with the enforcement of the residential building code, and the Building Commissioner shall be known as the Building Official.
(6) Subsection R105.2 Work Exempt from Permits (delete section).
Delete: Building Permit exemptions entire section.
(7) Subsection R105.5 Permit Expiration (delete).
Delete: Entire subsection.
Insert: Permit expiration shall be governed by the village code.
(8) Subsection R106.1 Construction Documents (Submittal Documents. add to ninth line).
Insert: Unless otherwise specified by the Building Commissioner, each application shall be accompanied by a minimum of four sets of drawings and specifications signed and sealed by an architect licensed to practice architecture as provided by the Illinois Architectural Act, or by a structural engineer licensed to practice structural engineering as provided by the Illinois Architectural Act, or by the owner of said proposed building when it is determined to be sufficient by the Building Commissioner. To obtain a permit, the owner or his representative shall file an application on a form furnished by the village for that purpose and shall include a signed statement indicating the proposed occupancy or use of all parts of the building and the estimated construction cost thereof. All structures where a fire has occurred shall be required to submit drawings and specifications prepared by a licensed architect as specified above.
(9) Subsection R110.1.1 Final Occupancy Inspection (Final Occupancy Inspection, new subsection).
Insert: Unlawful to Occupy Building Before Final Inspection. No building or part thereof, hereafter erected, or the structure of which shall hereafter be altered or repaired and for which erection, alteration or repair a permit shall be required as provided in sections R105 and R106 of this chapter, and no existing building in which the character of the occupancy is to be changed, shall be occupied or used in whole or in part until a certificate of occupancy shall have been issued by the Building Commissioner. Such certificate shall carry the certification of the Building Commissioner that said building or part thereof conforms to the requirements of this code and any other applicable village ordinance; and that said building, construction, alteration, or repair has been substantially completed in accordance with the plans and specifications upon which the building permit required by this chapter was issued.
(10) Subsection R110.2 Change in Use (Occupancy Certificate Requirements, replace entire subsection).
Delete: Entire subsection.
Insert: Certificate of Occupancy Required for Change in Use or Occupancy. No building upon which a certificate of occupancy shall have been issued shall be used for a different classification or group occupancy until a certificate of occupancy for such different use shall have been issued by the Building Commissioner: provided, however, that no certificate of occupancy shall be issued in any event unless the occupancy or use of the building complies with title 11 (Zoning Regulations) of the village code. "Change of occupancy" is not intended to mean change of tenant or proprietor, provided new tenant is to occupy the building for a purpose, which would not involve its reclassification into a different occupancy group.
(11) Subsection R110.4 Temporary Occupancy (Occupancy Certificate Requirements, addition to subsection).
Insert: A cash performance bond, or other method of surety acceptable to the building commissioner, shall be posted in the amount of one hundred and ten percent (110%) of the cost of the remaining work necessary for a certificate of occupancy to be issued.
Completion of the incomplete work and the issuance of a certificate of occupancy shall be secured prior to the expiration date of the temporary occupancy. Failure to comply with this occupancy requirement shall constitute a violation of this chapter and shall punishable as provided in section 1-4-1 of the village code.
(12) Section R112 Appeals (Board of Appeals).
Delete: Entire section.
Insert: See Village Ordinance. Chapter 32, Code Enforcement Board of Appeals, Section 32.007 Appeal Procedure.
(13) Section R115 Building Condemnation (Condemnation Order, new subsection).
Insert: R115.1 Existing Buildings Contrary to Code. [If the Building Commissioner finds that any building or other structure has become dangerous to life, limb or property or to the public because of structural defects, deterioration, or fire damage, or has become so unsanitary or out of repair as to render the same unsafe and unfit for occupancy or human habitation, it shall be deemed a nuisance and the Building Commissioner shall declare such building or other structure a nuisance and shall condemn the same, and no person, firm or corporation shall occupy, rent, lease or use such building or other structure. The violations of the provisions of this section shall constitute a misdemeanor and any person, firm or corporation found guilty of a violation thereof shall be subject to a fine in the manner and amount as provided by the village code.
(14) Subsection R115.2 Rebuilding or Removal After Notice of Condemnation (Rebuilding or Removal, new subsection).
Insert: R115.2 Rebuilding or removal must begin within five (5) days of condemnation notice. Any building or other structure condemned and declared to be a nuisance by the Building Commissioner under the provisions of subsection 115.1 of this chapter shall be put in a safe or sanitary condition or be demolished and removed. Within five (5) days after the service of notice in the manner and form provided in subsection 115.3 and 115.4 of this chapter, to make such building or other structure safe or sanitary or to remove and demolish the same, the owner or owners or the party or parties interested therein shall proceed to begin the work of making said building or other structure safe or sanitary or the work of removing and demolishing the same and shall prosecute said work continuously without unnecessary delay to completion.
(15) Subsection R115.3 Notification of Unsafe Buildings (Notice of Unsafe Buildings, new subsection).
Insert: R115.3 Building Commissioner to Give Notice in Writing on Unsafe Buildings Method of Service. Whenever the Building Commissioner shall under the provision of subsection 115.1 in this chapter, condemn and declare any building or other structure to be a nuisance because of dangerous or unsanitary condition, he shall cause a notice in writing to be served upon the owner or owners, upon the tenant and occupant, if any, and upon the holder or holders of any encumbrances or general tax lien, if any, ordering and directing said building or other structure to be put in a safe or sanitary condition or be demolished and removed. Service of said notice may be effected by personal delivery, or by mailing a copy by registered mail directed to the person involved, at his last address known to the Building Commissioner or available to him upon examination of the property tax records of Cook County, Illinois, and by posting a copy upon the premises subject to such condemnation.
(16) Subsection R115.4 Noncompliance with Notification of Unsafe Buildings (Noncompliance Procedures, new subsection).
Insert: R115.4 Procedures Upon Failure to Comply After Notice. Upon the failure of the owners of said building or other structure, or the party or parties interested therein, within five (5) days after the service of the notice provided in subsection 115.3 of this chapter or upon the failure to comply with an order of the village board as provided in subsection 115.2 of this chapter to begin the work of making safe or sanitary or of removing and demolishing said building or other structure, or upon the failure of the owner or owners or the party or parties of interest after beginning such work to proceed continuously without unnecessary delay to completion, the village may take any action at law or in equity to restrain the use of such structure, or may proceed against the owner or any person in possession of the same in a penal action before the circuit court for violation of the provisions of this chapter The village may also, in its discretion, cause said structure to be secured to prevent access, cleaned of unsanitary conditions detrimental to the public or removed in its entirety, after the failure, within the time provided for, to restore the same to a safe condition.
(17) Subsection R115.5 Reconstruction (Reconstruction Requirements, new subsection).
Insert: R115.5 Reconstruction to Conform to Requirements for New Structures If Cost Exceeds 25% of value. A structure declared unsafe by the Building Commissioner may be restored to safe condition as provided in section 115.2 of this chapter; provided that if the damage or cost of reconstruction or restoration is in excess of 25% of the value of the structure if reconstructed or restored, it shall be made to conform, with respect to materials and type of construction, to the requirements for new structures as provided for in this chapter.
(18) Section R202 Definitions (Townhouse, add).
Addition: Adjoining townhouse units shall be constructed in compliance with section 302.2 as amended with an STC rating of not less than 50. Two-family dwellings (duplex) are considered the same as a townhouse.
(19) Section 202 Definitions (Bedrooms). Add the following definition.
Bedroom. Any room or space used or intended to be used for sleeping purposes with a door that leads directly to a hallway or common area, i.e. living room, dining room, family room, kitchen, basement etc. of the structure.
(20) Table R301.2(1) Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria (Information insert).
Ground Snow Load - 30 pounds per square foot.
Wind Speed - 115 miles per hour.
Topographic Effects - No.
Seismic Design Category - A.
Damage From Weathering - Severe.
Frost Line Depth - Forty-two (42) inches.
Damage From Termites - Moderate to Heavy.
Damage From Decay - Slight to Moderate.
Winter Design Temperature - -4 degrees F.
Ice Barrier Underlayment Required - Yes.
Flood Hazards - See current FIRM and FBFM maps.
Air Freezing Index - 1700 cumulative degree days below 32 degrees F.
Mean Annual Temperature - 49.4 degrees F.
(21) Subsection R302.1 Exterior Walls (add)
Add: All one (I) hour wall and projection ratings listed in table R302.(1) shall be changed to not less than three (3) hour fire-resistive rated with exposure ratings from both sides, unless adjacent buildings are equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in compliance with NFPA 130. Three (3) hour walls are to be masonry construction only.
(22) Subsection R302.2 Townhouses (change wall assembly within items 1and 2).
Change: Item 1, line 3, 2-hour fire-resistance-rated.
Change: Item 2, line 3, 3-hour fire-resistance-rated masonry.
(23) Subsection R302.3 Two-Family Dwellings (delete entire subsection and insert).
Delete: Entire subsection.
Insert: Two-family dwelling units shall be separated and constructed to meet the same requirements as a townhouse.
(24) Subsection R302.6 Separation Required - Attached Garages (Table R302.6).
Change: 5/8-inch 05.9 mm) type "X" fire code gypsum board material shall be required for all separations (Changed from 5/8-inch (12.7 min) gypsum board).
(25) Subsection R309.1 Floor Surface (change first sentence).
Change: Garage floor surfaces shall be improved with Portland cement concrete, 3,500 psi, not less than four (4) inches (102 mm) in thickness over compacted crushed aggregate base not less than four (4) inches (102 mm) in thickness. Vapor barrier minimum 6 mil in thickness shall be installed where living area exists above garage space. Garage floors shall slope to the overhead door.
(26) Subsection 309.2, Carports (delete and insert).
Delete: Entire Subsection.
Insert: Carports and Lean-to's are not permitted on houses or garages. Lean-to's attached to a portion of a garage where a vehicle cannot reach them and proposed for the purpose of providing shade to the occupants of the house such as a covered porch or a gazebo would provide may be approved at the discretion of the Building Commissioner based upon an evaluation of the proposed site and location of the proposed lean-to.
(27) Subsection R310.4 Bars, Grills, Covers and Screens (addition to end of subsection).
Add: Window well covers are to be able to support a minimum 250 pound weight load.
(28) Subsection R312.1.3 Guard Opening Limitations (add after first sentence, fourth line).
Add: Required guards shall not be constructed with horizontal rails or other ornamental pattern that results in a ladder effect.
(29) Section R313.2.2 Automatic Fire Sprinklers.
Add - All attached accessory structures (garages) shall be equipped with automatic fire sprinklers when the primary structure is so equipped.
The use of dry pendant sprinklers or dry horizontal sprinklers in garages is allowed.
(30) Subsection R313.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems (add to subsection).
Add: Provide an outside UL Listed weatherproof audio/visual device on the front elevation of the dwelling unit visible from the public right-of-way in a location approved by the fire code official. The visual device shall be equipped with a blue lens. The warning device on the interior of the dwelling is required to be heard in all sleeping rooms.
(31) Subsection R316.4.1 Cellulose Spray Insulation (add the following).
The use of sprayed cellulose insulation in below grade areas is not permitted. The installer shall provide all certification and documentation as per the International Energy Conservation Code.
As required by the Building Commissioner the applicant will at their expense provide third party certification as to the density and fill of the material.
(32) Subsection R319.1 Site Address - Premises identification (add to end of subsection).
Add: Addresses are not permitted on garage doors. Address numbers on mailboxes shall be installed on both sides of the mailbox.
(33) Subsection R324.8 - Residential Solar Systems required signage (add).
All solar systems installed at one- and two-family dwellings shall have signage, approved by the Fire Code Official, at the front of the structure to inform responding firefighters that an active solar system is on the roof.
(34) Subsection R402.1 Wood Foundations (delete entire subsection).
Delete: Entire subsection. Wood foundations not permitted
(35) Subsection R403.2 Footings for Wood Foundations (delete entire subsection).
Delete: Entire subsection. Wood foundations not permitted.
(36) Subsection R404.2 Wood Foundation Walls (delete entire subsection).
Delete: Entire subsection. Wood foundations not permitted.
(37) Subsection R405.1 Foundation Drainage - Concrete or Masonry, Foundations (delete
masonry, second line of subsection).
Delete: "masonry" in second line of subsection.
(38) Subsection R405.2 Wood Foundations (delete entire subsection).
Delete: Entire subsection. Wood foundations not permitted.
(39) Subsection R405.3 Drainage System Discharge (add new subsection).
Add: The drainage system sump shall discharge to grade a minimum of three (3) feet (914 mm) from the exterior wall of the building. Sump pump discharge shall not be connected to the sanitary sewer. Splash blocks shall be required at all sump pump discharge lines. Splash blocks shall be constructed of concrete or other material acceptable to the building commissioner and be designed to carry water at least three (3) feet (914 mm) but not more than five (5) feet from the exterior wall of the building. It shall be mandatory to carry the water flow away from the direction of the adjacent side lot so that the water will not empty onto such property as it flows from the sump pump discharge. If an underground drainage system is used to carry sump discharge water away from the building instead of using splash blocks, there shall be an "air-gap" between the discharge pipe at the house prior to entering the sump extension. Sump pump discharge shall be dispersed so as not to saturate the ground or run off into adjacent properties. Sump pump discharge water shall not accumulate on to public walkways.
(40) Subsection R406.3 Damp Proofing for Wood Foundations (delete entire subsection).
Delete: Entire subsection. Wood foundations not permitted.
(41) Subsection R408.6 Under-Floor Space, Finished Grade (add).
Addition: Crawl space or under-floor surface shall be finished with an approved vapor barrier minimum 6 mil thick (0.15 mm) under a slurry coat of concrete, minimum two (2) inches (51 min) in thickness.
(42) Subsection R504 Pressure Preservative Treated-Wood Floors, On Ground (delete entire subsection).
Delete: Entire subsection.
(43) Table R702.3.5 Minimum Thickness and Application of Gypsum Board (deletion).
Delete: Use of any referenced single layer 3/8-inch (9 mm) drywall installations - not permitted.
(44) Subsection R801.3 Roof Drainage. (delete entire subsection and inset new subsection).
Delete: Entire subsection.
Insert: Gutters shall be installed on all roofs with back edge not less than one (1) inch (25.4 mm) higher than the front (outside) edge. All gutters and downspouts shall be securely fastened to the building. Downspouts shall not be connected to the sanitary or storm sewer. Splash blocks are required at the bottom of downspouts and shall be construction of concrete or other material acceptable to the Building Commissioner and shall be designed to carry water at least three (3) feet (914 mm) but not more than five (5) feet (1523 mm) from the exterior wall of the building. It shall be mandatory to carry the water flow away from the direction of the adjacent side lot so that the water will not empty onto such property as it flows from the downspout channel. If an underground drainage system is used to carry downspout discharge water away from the building instead of using splash blocks, there shall be an "air-gap" between the downspout discharge at the house prior to entering the downspout extension. Downspout discharge shall be dispersed so as not to saturate the ground or run off into adjacent properties. Downspout discharge water shall not accumulate on to public walkways.
(45) Chapter 11 Energy Efficiency (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: The design and construction of buildings and associated systems and equipment shall conform to the current provisions of the Village of Bellwood Energy Code.
(46) Chapter 22 Special Piping and Storage Systems (delete entire chapter - Fuel Oil Installations).
Delete: Entire chapter. Installations not permitted.
(47) Chapter 25 Plumbing Administration (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: The design and installation of plumbing systems shall conform to the current provisions of the State Plumbing Code.
(48) Chapter 26 General Plumbing Requirements (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: The design and installation of plumbing systems shall conform to the current provisions of the State Plumbing Code.
(49) Chapter 27 Plumbing Fixtures (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: The design and installation of plumbing systems shall conform to the current provisions of the State Plumbing Code.
(50) Chapter 28 Water Heaters (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: The design and installation of plumbing systems shall conform to the current provisions of the State Plumbing Code.
(51) Chapter 29 Water Supply and Distribution (delete Section P2901- insert the following).
Subsection P2901.1 The design and installation of plumbing systems shall conform to the current provisions of the State Plumbing Code.
(52) Subsection R2904.1.1 - Required Sprinkler Locations (delete and add).
a. Delete exception 4.
b. Add - Sprinkler coverage shall be required in attached garages per the Fire Code Official.
c. Add - Additional sprinkler coverage in all residential systems may be required by the Fire Code Official. This additional coverage shall be identified during the plan review phase.
(53) Chapter 30 Sanitary Drainage (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: The design and installation of plumbing systems shall conform to the current provisions of the State Plumbing Code.
(54) Chapter 31 Vents (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: The design and installation of plumbing systems shall conform to the current provisions of the State Plumbing Code.
(55) Chapter 32 Traps (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: The design and installation of plumbing systems shall conform to the current provisions of the State Plumbing Code.
(56) Chapter 34 General Requirements - Electrical (delete entire chapter insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: All electrical equipment and installations shall conform to the current provisions of the Village of Bellwood Electrical Code.
(57) Chapter 35 Electrical Definitions (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: All electrical equipment and installations shall conform to the current provisions of the Village of Bellwood Electrical Code.
(58) Chapter 36 Services (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: All electrical equipment and installations shall conform to the current provisions of the Village of Bellwood Electrical Code.
(59) Chapter 37 Branch Circuit and Feeder Requirements (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: All electrical equipment and installations shall conform to the current provisions of the Village of Bellwood Electrical Code.
(60) Chapter 38 Wiring Methods (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: All electrical equipment and installations shall conform to the current provisions of the Village of Bellwood Electrical Code.
(61) Chapter 39 Power and Lighting Distribution (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: All electrical equipment and installations shall conform to the current provisions of the Village of Bellwood Electrical Code.
(62) Chapter 40 Devices and Luminaires (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: All electrical equipment and installations shall conform to the current provisions of the Village of Bellwood Electrical Code.
(63) Chapter 41 Appliance Installation (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: All electrical equipment and installations shall conform to the current provisions of the Village of Bellwood Electrical Code.
(64) Chapter 42 Swimming Pools (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: All electrical equipment and installations shall conform to the current provisions of the Village of Bellwood Electrical Code.
(65) Chapter 43 Class 2 Remote Control, Signaling, And Power - Limited Circuits (delete entire chapter - insert).
Delete: Entire chapter.
Insert: All electrical equipment and installations shall conform to the current provisions of the Village of Bellwood Electrical Code.
(66) Chapter 45 Driveways and Sidewalks (new chapter).
Section R4501: Driveway Permit and Construction Requirements. No person shall hereafter alter, construct, build or establish any driveway without first obtaining a village permit. Driveway sub-grades shall have a minimum of 4 inches thick crushed and compacted CA-6 aggregate. with a concrete surface a minimum of 4 inches thick. Right of Way approaches from the street to driveways shall have a sub-grade a minimum of 7 inches thick crushed and compacted CA-6 aggregate, with a concrete surface a minimum of 7 inches thick. Blacktop may not be used in the Right of Way. Asphalt driveways shall have a sub-grade a minimum of 4 inches thick crushed and compacted CA-6 aggregate, with 3 inches of rolled asphalt. Public walks shall have sub-grades shall have a minimum of 5 inches thick crushed and compacted CA-6 aggregate, with a concrete surface a minimum of 5 inches thick.
Section R4502: Application for Permit. Application for a permit for a driveway, shall be filed with the Building Commissioner and shall contain the name and address of the person making the application and the name and address of the owner of the property to be served by such driveway, together with the proposed location and plans including a plat of survey and specifications for such driveway.
Section 4503: Approval by Building Commissioner. No permit shall be issued for any work to be done in any way about the construction of any driveway until the plans and specifications therefore have been submitted to and approved by the Building Commissioner.
Section 4504: Pea gravel may not be used for a sub-grade base for driveways, Right of Way approaches, private walks or public walks.
(67) Chapter 46 Safety Fencing (new chapter).
Section R4601: If required by the Building Commissioner for life safety, residential construction projects are required to have minimum 48" to maximum 72" tall safety fence above grade around the entire perimeter of the construction project area. Fencing must be installed prior to commencement of construction.
(68) Chapter 47 Temporary Storage (new chapter).
Section R4701: Any type of temporary construction storage on residentially zoned property requires a Village of Bellwood building permit. Duration of storage is not to exceed thirty (30) days. Extension of time may be considered and is at the discretion of the Building Commissioner based on approval of documented hardship.
(69) Chapter 48 Radon Gas Controls (new chapter).
Section R4801: New dwelling unit construction shall be built in compliance with radon gas controls as provided in Appendix F of the International Residential Code, 2018 edition.
(C) Compliance required. It shall be unlawful to design, construct, alter, move, enlarge, replace, repair, demolish, remove, use or maintain one- and two-family dwellings and accessory structures in the village in violation of the terms and provisions of this chapter.
(D) Penalties. Any person, firm or corporation violating the terms and provisions of this chapter shall be liable for a penalty in the amount of 100% of any unpaid fee and, in addition. shall be punishable as provided in the Village Code.
(Ord. 20-08, passed 3-18-20)