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The following amendments are hereby made to the International Fire Code:
Section 101.1: Section 101.1 is amended to read as follows: "101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the 'Vail Fire Code'."
Section 202: The following definitions are amended to read as follows:
FALSE ALARM. See Title 4 of the Vail Town Code.
FIREWORKS. Any combustible or explosive composition, article, device, substance or combination of substances, prepared for the primary purpose of producing a visual or auditory sensation by combustion, explosion, deflagration or detonation, including without limitation the following articles and devices commonly known and used as fireworks: sparklers, cold sparks, toy cannons or toy canes in which explosives are used to propel the same, firecrackers, torpedoes, skyrockets, rockets, Roman candles, daygo bombs, torches, bottle rockets, or other devices of like construction and any devices containing any explosive or flammable compound, or any tablets or device containing any explosive substances; and any composition or device for the purpose of producing a visible or an audible effect for entertainment purposes by combustion, deflagration or detonation that meets the definition of 1.3G fireworks or 1.4G fireworks.
PORTABLE OUTDOOR FIREPLACE. A portable, outdoor, solid-fuel burning fireplace that may be constructed of steel, concrete, clay or other non-combustible material and equipped with a screen or other approved spark arrestor, of open design or equipped with a small hearth opening and a short chimney or chimney opening in the top.
Section 307.1.1: Section 307.1.1 is amended to read as follows: "307.1.1 Prohibited open burning. The following burning activities are prohibited:
1. Open burning.
2. Bonfires.
3. Recreational fires.
4. The burning of any materials when a National Weather Service Red Flag Warning is activated.
5. The burning of any materials when Stage 2 or 3 fire restrictions are in place.
6. The use of portable outdoor fireplaces when Stage 2 or 3 fire restrictions are in place.
Exceptions:
1. Burning conducted for training purposes by Vail Fire and Emergency Services.
2. If the burning is a smokeless flare or safety flare used to indicate danger to the public.
3. Open burning conducted pursuant to a permit issued by the fire code official upon written application, if the fire code official determines that such burning will be performed without hazard to the public health, safety or welfare.
4. Prescribed burning for the purpose of reducing the impact of wildland fire when authorized by the fire code official.
5. The use of propane or natural gas appliances equipped with automatic shut-off controls."
Section 307.3: Section 307.3 is amended to read as follows: "307.3 Extinguishment authority. Where any open burning, permitted or otherwise (including the use of a portable outdoor fireplace), creates or adds to a hazardous situation or creates a nuisance or health risk due to smoke or other products of combustion, the fire shall be ordered to be extinguished by Vail Fire and Emergency Services or Vail Police Department."
Sections 307.4.1 and 307.4.2 are deleted.
Section 308.1.7: Section 308.1.7 is amended to read as follows: "308.1.7 Sky lanterns. The use of sky lanterns is prohibited."
Section 308.1.11: Section 308.1.11 is amended to read as follows: "308.1.11 Open-flame cooking devices. Charcoal burners and other open- flame cooking devices shall not be operated on combustible balconies or within 10 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction.
Exceptions:
1. 1- and 2-family dwellings.
2. Where buildings, balconies and decks are protected by an automatic sprinkler system."
3. LP-gas cooking devices having LP-gas container with a water capacity not greater than 20 pounds [nominal 17-pound (0.454 kg) LP gas capacity.
4. Natural gas cooking devices having a 60-minute automatic shut-off timer.
5. Where approved by the fire code official."
Section 503.6: Section 503.6 is amended to read as follows: "503.6 Security gates. The installation of security gates across a fire apparatus access road or driveway shall be approved by the fire code official. Where security gates are installed, they shall have an approved means of emergency operation. The security gates and the emergency operation shall be maintained operational at all times. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. Gates intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with the requirements of ASTM F2200."
Section 603.4: Section 603.4 is amended to read as follows: "603.4 Working space and clearances. Working space around electrical equipment shall be provided in accordance with Section 110.26 of NFPA 70 for electrical equipment rated 1,000 volts or less, and Section 110.32 of NFPA 70 for electrical equipment rated over 1,000 volts. The minimum required working space shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in width, 36 inches (914 mm) in depth and 78 inches (1981 mm) in height in front of electrical service equipment. Where the electrical service equipment is wider than 30 inches (762 mm), the minimum working space shall be not less than the width of the equipment. Storage of materials shall not be located within the designated working space. The fire code official is authorized to require electric meters, rapid shut-down switches, and other main electrical disconnects to be located on the structure's non-shed or gable end side to protect from snow and ice shedding. When ice or snow buildup is likely to occur above the electric meter, rapid shut-down, and other main electrical disconnects, other approved protection shall be required. The fire code official is authorized to require a maintenance plan for vegetation, snow, and ice removal due to the safety of the equipment and firefighter access challenges."
Section 605.8: Section 605.8 is amended to read as follows: "605.8 Gas meters. Above-ground gas meters, regulators and piping subject to damage shall be protected by a barrier complying with Section 312 or otherwise protected in an approved manner. Gas meters shall be located on the structure's non-shed or gable end side to protect from snow and ice shedding. When ice or snow buildup is likely to occur above the gas meter, other approved protection shall be required. Snow and ice build-up around gas and other utility meters shall be kept clear and maintained at all times. The fire code official is authorized to require a maintenance plan for vegetation, snow, and ice removal due to the safety of the equipment and firefighter access challenges."
Section 903.3.1.1: Section 903.3.1.1 is amended to read as follows: "903.2.1.1 NFPA 13 sprinkler systems. Where the provisions of this code require that a building or portion thereof be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with this section, sprinklers shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13 and Vail Fire and Emergency Services fire sprinkler installation standards except as provided in Sections 903.3.1.1.1-903.3.1.1.3."
Section 903.3.1.2: Section 903.3.1.2 is amended to read as follows: "903.1.2 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems in Group R occupancies shall be permitted to be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13R and Vail Fire and Emergency Services fire sprinkler installation standards where the Group R occupancy meets all of the following conditions:
1. 4 stories or less above grade plane.
2. For other than Group R-2 occupancies, the floor level of the highest story is 30 feet (9,144 mm) or less above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. For Group R-2 occupancies, the roof assembly is less than 45 feet (13,716 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. The height of the roof assembly shall be determined by measuring the distance from the lowest required fire vehicle access road surface adjacent to the building to the eave of the highest pitched roof, the intersection of the highest roof to the exterior wall, or the top of the highest parapet, whichever yields the greatest distance.
3. The floor level of the lowest story is 30 feet (9,144 mm) or less below the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
The number of stories of Group R occupancies constructed in accordance with Sections 510.2 and 510.4 of the International Building Code shall be measured from grade plane."
Section 903.3.1.3: Section 903.3.1.3 is amended to read as follows: "903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems that are installed in 1- and 2-family dwellings and townhouses shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 13D and Vail Fire and Emergency Services installation standards."
Section 903.4: Section 903.4 is amended to read as follows: "903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms. Automatic sprinkler systems supervision and alarms shall comply with Section 903.4.1."
Section 903.4.1: Section 903.4.1 is amended by the deletion of all exceptions.
Section 907.2: Section 907.2 is amended to read as follows: "907.2 Where required - new buildings and structures. An approved fire alarm system installed in accordance with the provisions of this code, NFPA 72 and Vail Fire and Emergency Services installation standards shall be provided in new buildings, structures, 1- and 2-family dwellings and townhouses in accordance with Sections 907.2.1-907.2.23 and provide occupant notification in accordance with Section 907.5, unless other requirements are provided by another section of this code. Not fewer than 1 manual fire alarm box shall be provided in an approved location to initiate a fire alarm signal for fire alarm systems employing automatic fire detectors or waterflow detection devices. Where other sections of this code allow elimination of fire alarm boxes due to sprinklers, a single fire alarm box shall be installed.
Exceptions:
1. The manual fire alarm box is not required for fire alarm systems dedicated to elevator recall control and supervisory service.
2. The manual fire alarm box is not required for Group R-2 occupancies unless required by the fire code official to provide a means for fire watch personnel to initiate an alarm during a sprinkler system impairment event. Where provided, the manual fire alarm box shall not be located in an area that is open to the public.
3. The manual fire alarm box is not required for fire alarm systems dedicated to 1- and 2-family dwellings and townhouses."
Section 907.2.11.2: Section 907.2.11.2 is amended to read as follows: "907.2.11.2 Groups R-2, R-3, R-4, I-2. Single or multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed and maintained in Groups R-2, R-3, R-4, I-2, and all residential properties that are available for rent or lease, regardless of occupant load, at all of the following locations:
1. On the ceiling or wall outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of bedrooms.
2. In each room used for sleeping purposes.
3. In each story within a dwelling unit, including basements but not including crawl spaces and uninhabitable attics. In dwellings or dwelling units with split levels and without an intervening door between the adjacent levels, a smoke alarm installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent lower level provided that the lower level is less than 1 full story below the upper level."
Section 1004.1: Section 1004.1 is amended to read as follows: "1004.1 Design occupant load. In determining means of egress requirements, the number of occupants for whom means of egress facilities are provided shall be determined in accordance with this section.
Exceptions: Short-term rentals. Any property operating as a short-term rental pursuant to Chapter 14 of Title 4 of the Vail Town Code shall have means of egress facilities requirements designated based on 2 occupants per room plus an additional 2 occupants per residence. There shall be an additional exception available for short-term rentals with multiple means of egress per room, subject to the fire code official or designee's specific approval."
Section 1207.11.3: Section 1207.11.3 is amended to read as follows: "1207.11.3 Location. ESS shall be installed only in the following locations:
1. Detached garages and detached accessory structures.
2. Attached garages separated from the dwelling unit living space and sleeping units in accordance with Section 406.3.2 of the International Building Code.
3. Outdoors or on the exterior side of exterior walls located a minimum of 3 feet (914 mm) from doors and windows directly entering the dwelling unit, except where smaller separation distances are permitted by the UL 9540 listing and manufacturer's installation instructions.
ESS shall not be installed in sleeping rooms, means of egress, or in closets or spaces opening directly into sleeping rooms. (Material based on NFPA 855 2023 Ed.)"
(Ord. 8(2022) § 1; Ord. 13(2024) § 1)
The following amendments are hereby made to the International Energy Conservation Code:
Section C101.1: Section C101.1 is amended to read as follows: "C101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Vail Commercial Energy Code."
Section C202: Section C202 is amended by the addition of the following definitions:
ALL-ELECTRIC BUILDING. A building and building site that contains no combustion equipment, or plumbing for combustion equipment, and that uses heat pump technology as the primary supply for heating, cooling, and service water heating loads.
COMBUSTION EQUIPMENT. Any equipment or appliances used for space heating, cooling, water heating (including pools and spas), cooking, clothes drying or lighting that uses natural gas, propane, other fuel gas, or fuel oil.
EV-CAPABLE PARKING SPACE. A parking space for an electric vehicle (EV) with the electrical panel capacity and conduit installed to support future implementation of EV charging with a 208/240-volt (or greater), 40-ampere (or greater) circuit, and a dedicated, labeled space in the electrical panel.
EV-INSTALLED PARKING SPACE. A parking space for an EV that has the EV supply equipment (EVSE) fully installed from the electrical panel to the parking space, including charging equipment.
MIXED-FUEL BUILDING. A building and building site that contains combustion equipment, or plumbing for combustion equipment.
Section C405.14: Section C405.14 is added as follows: "C405.13 EV charging. EV charging capabilities and required parking spaces shall be determined according to Table C405.13. Exception: A request for a reduction in the number of required EV installed parking spaces can be made if DC fast charging stations are installed to fulfill the requirements of this subsection. An EV parking study shall be submitted to support the request and based on the findings of the analysis or study, the building official is authorized to approve a reduction in the number of required EV- installed parking spaces."
Section C410.1: Section C401.1 is added to read as follows: "C410.1 EV charging. EV charging capabilities and required parking spaces shall be determined according to Table C405.13.
Exception: A request for a reduction in the number of required EV installed parking spaces can be made if DC fast charging stations are installed to fulfill the requirements of this subsection. An EV parking study shall be submitted to support the request and based on the findings of the analysis or study, the building official is authorized to approve a reduction in the number of required EV-installed parking spaces."
Table C410.1: Table C410.1 is added as follows:
"TABLE C410.1 EV PARKING SPACESa
Property Type | Space Requirements |
All commercial properties (incl. multi-family developments) | 5% EV-installed parking spaces + 50% EV-capable parking spaces |
a. These provisions are for new construction only."
Section R101.1: Section R101.1 is amended to read as follows: "R101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Vail Residential Energy Code."
Section R202: Section R202 is amended by the addition of the following definitions:
ALL-ELECTRIC BUILDING. A building and building site that contains no combustion equipment, or plumbing for combustion equipment, and that uses heat pump technology as the primary supply for heating, cooling, and service water heating loads.
COMBUSTION EQUIPMENT. Any equipment or appliances used for space heating, cooling, water heating (including pools and spas), cooking, clothes drying or lighting that uses natural gas, propane, other fuel gas, or fuel oil.
EV-CAPABLE PARKING SPACE. An EV parking space with the electrical panel capacity and conduit installed to support future implementation of EV charging with a 208/240-volt (or greater), 40-ampere (or greater) circuit, and a dedicated, labeled space in the electrical panel.
MIXED-FUEL BUILDING. A building and building site that contains combustion equipment or plumbing for combustion equipment.
SOLAR-READY ZONE. A section of the roof or building overhang designated and reserved for the future installation of a solar photovoltaic or solar thermal system.
Table R402.1.3: Table R402.1.3 is amended by deleting footnote g.
Section R403.7: Section R403.7 is amended to read as follows: "R403.7 Equipment sizing and efficiency rating. Heating and cooling equipment shall be sized in accordance with ACCA Manual S based on building loads calculated in accordance with ACCA Manual J or other heating and cooling calculation methodologies. All new heating and cooling equipment shall have an efficiency rating of 92% AFUE or better. Exception: The replacement, alteration or repair of an existing system."
Section R403.14: Section R403.14 is added to read as follows: "R403.14 Gas fireplaces. Gas fueled fireplaces, fire pits and other outdoor fireplaces and appliances require automatic shut-off controls with a maximum 60- minute timer."
Section R403.15: Section R403.15 is added as follows: "R403.15 Solar- ready zone. New 1- and 2-family dwellings and townhouses with not less than 600 sq/ft (55.74 m2) of roof area oriented between 110 degrees and 270 degrees of true north, shall comply with Sections R403.14.1-R403.7.
Exceptions:
1. A new residential building with a permanently installed on-site renewable energy system.
2. A building where all areas of the roof that would otherwise meet the requirements of Section R403.14 are in full or partial shade for more than 70% of daylight hours annually.
R403.15.1. Construction documents shall indicate the solar-ready zone.
R403.15.2 Solar-ready zone. The solar-ready zone shall be not less than 300 sq/ft (27.87 m2) exclusive of mandatory access or setback areas as required by the Vail Fire Code. New townhouses of 3 stories or less in height above grade plane and with a total floor area less than or equal to 2,000 sq/ft (185.8 m2) per dwelling shall have a solar-ready zone area of not less than 150 sq/ft (13.94 m2). The solar-ready zone shall be composed of areas not less than 5 feet (1,524 mm) in width and not less than 80 sq/ft (7.44 m2) exclusive of access or set-back areas as required by the Vail Fire Code.
R403.15.3 Obstructions. Solar-ready zones shall be free from obstructions, including without limitation vents, chimneys, and other roof-mounted equipment.
R403.15.4 Capped roof penetration sleeve. A capped roof penetration sleeve shall be provided adjacent to all solar-ready zones located on roofs. The capped roof penetration sleeve shall be sized to accommodate the future photovoltaic system conduit and shall have an inside diameter of not less than 1.5 inches (38 mm).
R403.15.5 Roof load documentation. The structural design loads for roof dead load and roof live load shall be clearly indicated on the construction documents.
R403.15.6 Interconnection pathway. Construction documents shall indicate pathways for routing of conduit or plumbing from the solar-ready zone to the electrical service panel or service hot water system.
R403.15.7 Electrical service reserved space. The main electrical service panel shall have a reserved space to allow installation of a dual pole circuit breaker for future solar electric installation and shall be labeled 'For Future Solar Electric'. The reserved space shall be positioned at the opposite (load) end from the input feeder location or main circuit location.
R403.15.8 Certificate. A permanent certificate, indicating the solar-ready zone and other requirements of this Section, shall be posted near the electrical distribution panel, water heater or other conspicuous location by the builder or registered design professional."
Section R404.5: Section R404.5 is added as follows: "R404.5 EV charging. EV charging capabilities and required parking spaces shall be determined according to Table R404.5."
Table R404.5: Table R404.5 is added as follows:
"TABLE R404.5 EV PARKING SPACESa
Property Type | Space Requirements |
1- and 2-family dwellings, townhouses | 1 EV-capable space per dwelling |
a. These provisions are for new construction only."
Section R404.6: Section R404.6 is added as follows:
"R404.6 Electric readiness. Systems using gas or propane to serve individual dwelling units shall comply with R404.6.1 and R404.6.2.
R404.6.1 Receptacle required. A dedicated electrical receptacle connected to the electric panel with an appropriately sized branch circuit shall be provided within 36 inches (914 mm) of each gas or propane water heater, clothes dryer, and conventional cooking appliance.
R404.6.2 Receptacle identification. The branch circuits within the electric panel serving the future electric appliances shall be appropriately labeled for their intended use."
(Ord. 8(2022) § 1; Ord. 13(2024) § 1)
The Town hereby adopts, by reference, all amendments to the International Plumbing Code adopted by the State of Colorado and referred to as the Colorado Plumbing Code, in addition to the following amendments:
Section 101.1: Section 101.1 is amended to read as follows: "101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Vail Plumbing Code."
Section 103.1: Section 103.1 is amended to read as follows: "103.1 Creation of agency. The Town's Building Department is hereby created and the official in charge shall be known as the building official. The function of this agency shall be the implementation, administration, and enforcement of this code."
Section 115.4: Section 115.4 is deleted.
Section 305.4.1: Section 305.4.1 is amended to read as follows: "305.4.1 Sewer depth. Per Eagle River Water and Sanitation District (ERWSD) standards, building sewers shall be installed not less than 54 inches (1,372 mm) below grade."
Section 903.1: Section 903.1 is amended to read as follows: "903.1 Roof extension unprotected. Open vent pipes that extend through a roof shall be terminated not less than 16 inches (406 mm) above the roof."
Section 903.2: Section 903.2 is amended to read as follows: "903.2 Frost closure. Vent extensions through a roof or wall shall be not less than 3 inches (76 mm) in diameter. Any increase in size of the vent shall be made not less than 1 foot (305 mm) inside the thermal envelope of the building."
(Ord. 8(2022) § 1; Ord. 13(2024) § 1)
The Town hereby adopts, by reference, all amendments to the International Fuel Gas Code adopted by the State of Colorado and referred to as the Colorado Fuel Gas Code, in addition to the following amendments:
Section 101.1: Section 101.1 is amended to read as follows: "101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Vail Fuel Gas Code."
Section 103.1: Section 103.1 is amended to read as follows: "103.1 Creation of agency. The Town's Building Department is hereby created and the official in charge shall be known as the building official. The function of this agency shall be the implementation, administration, and enforcement of this code."
Section 115.4: Section 115.4 is deleted.
Table 503.8: Table 503.8 is amended as follows:
A | Clearance above finished grade level, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony | 36 inches |
(All other values within the table are unchanged.)
(Ord. 8(2022) § 1; Ord. 13(2024) § 1)
The following amendments are hereby made to the International Mechanical Code:
Section 101.1: Section 101.1 is amended to read as follows: "101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Vail Mechanical Code."
Section 103.1: Section 103.1 is amended to read as follows: "103.1 Creation of agency. The Town's Building Department is hereby created and the official in charge shall be known as the building official. The function of this agency shall be the implementation, administration, and enforcement of this code."
Section 115.4: Section 115.4 is deleted.
Section 401.4: Section 401.4 is amended by the addition of the following text: "5. The bottom of intake openings shall be located not less than 36 inches (914 mm) above finished grade."
Section 701.3: Section 701.3 is added to read as follows: "701.3 Combustion air ducts. Combustion air ducts shall terminate to the outside a minimum of 36 inches (914 mm) above finished grade."
Section 804.3.4: Section 804.3.4 is amended by the addition of the following: "6. The bottom of the vent termination shall be located not less than 36 inches (914 mm) above finished grade."
(Ord. 8(2022) § 1; Ord. 13(2024) § 1)
The following amendments are hereby made to the International Existing Building Code:
Section 101.1: Section 101.1 is amended to read as follows: "101.1 Title: These regulations shall be known as the Vail Existing Building Code."
Section 103.1: Section 103.1 is amended to read as follows: "103.1 Creation of agency. The Town's Building Department is hereby created and the official in charge shall be known as the building official. The function of this agency shall be the implementation, administration, and enforcement of this code."
Section 101.4.2: Section 101.4.2 is amended to read as follows: "101.4.2 Buildings previously occupied. The legal occupancy of any building existing on the date of adoption of this code shall be permitted to continue without change, except as is specifically covered in this code, the Vail Fire Code, or as deemed necessary by the code official for safety."
(Ord. 8(2022) § 1; Ord. 13(2024) § 1)
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