Pursuant to published notice and public hearing, as required by law, the International Mechanical Code, 2018 Edition, published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted in full except for such portions as may hereinafter be deleted, modified, or amended. The following amendments, modifications, additions, and deletions to the International Mechanical Code, 2018 Edition, are hereby made:
1. The City of Waukee interprets “NFPA 54 and NFPA 58” as equivalent alternatives for design to meet the intent of the 2018 International Fuel Gas Code.
2. Amend Section 106.5.2 to add the following:
Permit fees will be derived from the City of Waukee Fee Schedule adopted on an annual basis.
Amend Section 306.1 to add the following:
An unobstructed level working space at least 30 inches deep and 30 inches wide shall be provided on any side of equipment where service access is required. Administrative official or designee may approve service space reductions prior to equipment installation, provided manufacturer’s instructions are met (excluding suspended ceiling).
Amend Section 306.5 to add the following:
If the tenants of a multiple tenant building have, or are allowed to have, mechanical facilities on or which penetrate the roof, then roof access ladders must be provided for use by all such tenants and their agents and contractors in a manner that does not require accessing space under the control of another tenant.
Delete Section 307.2.4.1 and replace with the following:
307.2.4.1 Ductless Mini-Split System Traps. Ductless mini-split equipment that produces condensate shall be installed per manufacturer’s instructions.
Amend Section 603.1 to add the following:
Air plenums and ducts located in floor and wall cavities shall be separated from unconditioned space by construction with insulation to meet energy code requirements. These areas include but are not limited to exterior walls, cantilevered floors, and floors above garages.