18-29-105.3.1 Test methods.

   Test methods shall be as specified in this chapter, including section 18-29-303.4.1 or by other recognized test standards. In the absence of recognized and accepted test methods, the building commissioner shall approve the testing procedures.

(Amend Coun. J. 3-5-03, p. 104990, § 48; Amend Coun. J. 11-13-07, p. 14999, Art. II, § 1)

18-29-105.3.2 Testing agency.

   All tests shall be performed by an approved agency.

18-29-105.3.3 Test reports.

   Reports of tests shall be retained by the building commissioner for the period required for retention of public records.

(Amend Coun. J. 3-5-03, p. 104990, § 48; Amend Coun. J. 11-13-07, p. 14999, Art. II, § 1)

18-29-105.4 Alternative engineered design.

   The design, documentation, inspection, testing and approval of an alternative engineered design plumbing system shall comply with Sections 18-29-105.4.1 through 18-29-105.4.6.

18-29-105.4.1 Design criteria.

   An alternative engineered design shall conform to the intent of the provisions of this chapter and shall provide an equivalent level of quality, strength, effectiveness, durability and safety. Material, equipment or components shall be designed and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.

18-29-105.4.2 Submittal.

   The registered design professional shall indicate on the permit application that the plumbing system is an alternative engineered design. The permit and permanent permit records shall indicate that an alternative engineered design was part of the approved installation.

18-29-105.4.3 Technical data.

   The registered design professional shall submit sufficient technical data to substantiate the proposed alternative engineered design and to prove that the performance meets the intent of this chapter.