(A) Automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be installed and maintained in all commercial and multi- family new construction, substantial improvement, or and renovation where the renovation comprises a 50% or more increase in the size of the existing structure. The total floor area of the building shall be computed without regard to separation walls and floors of less than four hours unpierced fire-resistive construction. This section does not apply to and does not mandate the installation of automatic fire sprinkler systems in new single-family homes or in single-family homes that are being renovated or rebuilt.
(B) The term AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM, as used herein, is defined as an integrated system of underground and overhead piping, including a water supply such as a gravity tank, fire pump, reservoir, pressure tank or connection by underground piping to a public main, the system complying in all respects with the requirements for the systems contained in appropriate standards issued by the National Fire Protection Association. No automatic sprinkler system required by this section shall be installed without prior approval by the Resident Fire Marshal and Building Official of the plans for installation, testing and maintenance of the system.
(Ord. 09-14, passed 11-11-14)