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interoffice Memo
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
MICHAEL E. JANONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER
MICHAEL J. FIGOLAH, FIRE CHIEF
MAY 9, 2003
PROPOSED FIRE CODE CHANGES
BACKGROUND
In conjunction with the efforts of Community Development to adopt the 2000 edition of
the International Building Code, the fire department has evaluated our existing Village
Fire Prevention Code (Chapter 24) and the 2000 edition of the International Fire Code.
Our code evaluation included reviewing the requirements for the installation of
automatic sprinklers and the Village Fire Prevention Code text for clarity.
I have attached our proposed fire prevention code modifications. Proposed changes are
in bold text. Text blocks with explanatory notes have been provided at the beginning of
each code section. Our proposed fire code changes include text modifications or
additions that pertain directly to situations we typically encounter in Mount Prospect.
The most significant fire code change proposed is the requirement to install automatic
sprinklers in all newly constructed town homes and single family attached and detached
homes.
SlGNIFICANTFIRE CODE CHANGES PROPOSED
· Low suction alarms for fire pumps (section 24.204)
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency requires municipalities to adopt
ordinances pertaining to backflow prevention. A potential concern for cross water
contamination occurs when fire pumps are operated without the presence of fire
department personnel. A requirement for a fire pump Iow suction alarm has been
proposed that will include an audible alarm activation when the pump suction
pressure becomes Iow and a potential for cross contamination exists. A new code
section has been included to require the presence of fire department personnel
during annual fire pump testing.
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· Elevator alarms (section 24,503)
Nuisance or repeated false emergency elevator calfs have been added to our false
alarm ordinance. There have been occasions where the fire department has
responded to false emergency elevator incidents on a frequent basis without
effective owner/occupant control measures.
Residential stove suppression systems in businesses, churches, and
apartment clubhouses (section 24.206)
Many churches, businesses, and apartment complex clubhouses utilize residential-
type stoves for heating of food. Our current code requires a commercial or
restaurant-type fire suppression system. Proposed code changes permit the fire
official to evaluate the use of the stove and allow a smaller residential type of
suppression system in lieu of a restaurant suppression system.
Residential sprinklers in new homes and town homes (section 24.202)
In 1997, the Village Board approved an ordinance requiring automatic sprinklers in
all new construction except single-family homes, town homes and manufactured
homes.
Historically, sprinkler systems were intended for commercial and industrial
properties. These systems were obtrusive and expensive. Over the last several
years new products have been designed for the housing market. 85% of fire
deaths occur in the home. Plastic, in lieu of metallic pipe, is just one of the new
products/technology that has made a residential sprinkler system aesthetically
pleasing and affordable. This is why I am requesting Village Board approval to
require these life-saving systems to be mandatory for all new housing units. The
proposed code modification will not require a sprinkler system in homes under
reconstruction or remodeling.
Following is additional explanatory information regarding the installation of automatic
sprinklers in single-family homes and town homes.
What are residential sprinklers?
Residential sprinklers have similarities to sprinklers installed in industrial or
business occupancies. However, residential sprinkler technology has
drastically lowered the cost and increased the effectiveness of automatic
sprinklers.
Residential sprinklers are designed as a life safety device allowing the
occupants to escape the fire and the fire department to respond. The design
of the residential sprinkler is such that sprinklers are omitted from most
closets, bathrooms and attics. The design of the residential sprinkler system
is less restrictive than industrial or commercial sprinklers.
The water service and size of residential piping is smaller because of the
small number of sprinklers anticipated to activate in a residential fire. The
sprinkler system is calculated for two sprinkler heads to operate and control
the fire, which typically results in a l~,~-inch water service to the residence.
The fire sprinkler piping and sprinklers found in residential occupancies are
different than those found in commercial properties. Specially designed
plastic pipe capable of withstanding extreme heat and smaller concealed
sprinklers are used in residential occupancies: The fire sprinklers react to the
heat from the fire, not the smoke; The single sprinkler above the fire will
activate and reduce the amount of heat and smoke, Permitting the occupants
to escape. A home sprinkler system will release 10 to 26 gallons of water and
are supplied from the home's domestic water supply. In a home without
sprinklers, the fire will continue to grow until the fire department arrives. The
fire department hose streams in a residential fire may be up to 150 gallons
per minute per hose line depending on the size and location of the fire. The
resulting water damage from a fire is less with automatic sprinklers. In
sprinklered residences, one sprinkler controls 90% of the fires until the fire
department arrives for final extinguishment.
Fire deaths and injuries in residential occupancies in the United States
Each year, there are approximately 5,000 fire deaths and over 25,000 fire
related injuries in the United States. The damage to property caused by fire is
over $9 billion.
In the United,States, residential fires represent 22% of all fires and 74% of the
structure fires. 80% of all fire deaths in the United States occur in the
home. Of those fire deaths, 85% occur in single-family homes and
duplexes.
Fire deaths and injuries in residential occupancies in Mount Prospect
Since 1980, the Village of Mount Prospect has experienced 10 fire deaths.
100% of the fire deaths occurred in residential occupancies. Three victims
were under the age of 10 and four were over the age of 70.
Some may still argue that our current fire losses do not warrant fire sprinklers
in single-family homes. Whether a serious fire occurs once a year or once a
month, it is a high consequence event that with sprinklers, fire deaths can be
prevented and dollar loss reduced.
What makes residential sprinklers an effective method of fire
protection?
When a fire in a room continues to grow, it reaches a stage called flashover.
Flashover is the point at which the entire room is engulfed in flames from floor
to ceiling. Nothing can survive a flashover. Flashover is a critical point in the
fire's growth because of its impact on the victims and fire suppression
personnel. Stopping a fire before flashover significantly reduces the risk to
occupants in other pads of the structure. Residential sprinklers activate and
prevent flashover from occurring.
Because of the extreme temperatures and amount of smoke generated prior
to flashover, victims are affected before flashover even occurs. The air
temperature in the room of the fire's origin reaches over 600°F at the ceiling
and over 150°F at the breathing level in just two minutes, well before
flashover. A residential fire sprinkler will activate in roughly 60 seconds when
the ceiling temperature is at 200°F and the air is still cool enough to breathe.
This is critical in the preservation of life during a residential fire because
statistics indicate that half of the fire death victims are in the room of origin
and the other half are outside the room of origin.
Scottsdale, Arizona has been requiring residential sprinklers for 15 years. A
recent study of Scottsdale's sprinkler ordinance indicates that 13 lives were
saved and more than $20 million in property loss was prevented. During the
last three years, the average fire loss in homes with sprinklers was $2,166
compared to $45,019 without sprinklers. One sprinkler above the fire
contained 90% of the residential fires.
Following are many of the misconceptions about automatic sprinklers in single-family
homes.
* Do older homes have more fires?
The loss data from the National Fire Protection Association consistently shows that
the age of the building is not a good predictor of the rate of fires or fire deaths. The
data may reflect fires in older homes but there is no direct correlation. The fire data
does not consider whether the older homes were vacant at the time of the fire and
the cause of the fire. In some urban areas, vacant older homes frequently
experience incendiary fires. In the United States, the median age of the home is 28
years.
If new homes have smoke detectors whY do they need sprinklers?
Sprinklers are not a substitute for smoke detectors. Smoke detectors have been
responsible for a siZeable drop in dwelling fire deaths. The smoke detector's
function is to alert the occupants.
The sprinklers can alert the occupants by sounding a bell and controlling the fire so
the occupants can escape. Among the reasons for concerns with just smoke
detectors is that the children and elderly often attempt to escape fire by themselves
and become fire fatalities. Sprinklers will help to provide better environmental
conditions for evacuation.
Installing smoke detectors reduces the likelihood of dying in a fire by 40-50%.
Installing sprinklers and smoke detectors increases the survival rate in a fire to
97%.
Since new homes have better electrical and heating systems, is there still a
potential for fire?
Fire loss data indicates that the cause of home fires from electrical malfunction
ranks 5th which is 8% of the total home fires. Although data indicates that heating
systems are causing a significant amount of home fires, half of those are related to
portable heating appliances. Fire loss data reflects that most dwelling fires are
caused by people not the structures. Cooking is a leading cause of dwelling fires;
other causes result from playing with matches and lighters, misuse of smoking
materials, and arson.
Will sprinklers look aesthetically pleasing in a home?
Modern residential sprinklers are inconspicuous and can be mounted flush to the
walls and ceilings. Some sprinklers can be hidden behind ceilings and walls. The
piping for the sprinklers is concealed with the other plumbing piping.
Will 'sprinklers go off accidentally?
The odds are I in 16 million that a sprinkler will accidentally discharge because of
a manufacturing defect. One study concluded that sprinkler accidents are generally
less likely and less severe than mishaps involving standard plumbing systems.
Will the water damage from sprinklers be worse than the fire?
One sprinkler activating directly above the fire until the fire department arrives
controls residential fires. The sprinkler will flow 10 to 25 gallons per minute.
Depending on the size of the home, the fire department will apply hose streams up
to 150 gallons per minute for an extended period of time.
Are sprinkler systems expensive?
The cost of sprinklers averages from $1.60 to $2.00 per square foot. This square
footage cost is based on the area being protected, not livable area used by realtors
and builders.
For example, sprinklers would be installed in the basement, which may not be
considered as livable area from a realtor's perspective.
Will residential sprinklers impact new home construction in Mount Prospect?
According to Community Development records, there were 20 new homes built in
Mount Prospect in 2002. Ten of the homes were a result of teardowns.
Recently, the town home developer on Rand Road (Insignia) and the developer on
Northwest Highway (Nicholas and Associates) approached the fire department
regarding installing automatic sprinklers. It is apparent that it is more cost effective
to install automatic sprinklers than to construct a firewall between the units. The
developer was requesting the installation of sprinklers with a lower rated firewall.
The proposed ordinance only applies to new construction and not to those homes
under going an extensive renovation. Some communities have adopted ordinances
that require automatic sprinklers in homes undergoing a renovation or addition.
The new homes that require automatic sprinklers would need to upgrade their
incoming domestic water supply from one inch to one and one-half inch. The tap
on fee for the larger water size is an increase of $75.
Will Mount Prospect be the only community requiring residential sprinklers?
Many communities require automatic sprinklers in town homes and single-family
homes. Following is a list of communities requiring sprinklers in town homes and/or
single-family homes.
COMMUNITY SINGLE FAMILY HOME TOWN HOMES
Arl'ington Heights X
Barrington X ,, X
Clarendon Hills X X
Des Plaines X
Evanston X
Glen EIlyn, X ,,, X
Glenside X X
Highland Park X
Hoffman Estates X X
Lake Barrington X ,., X
Lombard X
Long Grove , X X
Morton Grove X
Northbrook X
North Barrington X X
Park Ridge X X
Round Lake Beach X X
Streamwood X X
West Dundee "i X 'X
Wheelingj X X
Winnetka X
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24
OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OF THE VILLAGEOF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
.SECTION 1: Chapter 24 entitled "Fire Prevention Code" of the Village Code of
Mount Prospect shall be amended by deleting Article I, Sections 24.101 through 24.105
in their entirety and adding new Sections 24.101 through 24.105 which shall be and read
as follows:
24.101: APPLICATION:
The intent of this code is to prescribe minimum requirements necessary to establish a
reasonable level of fire safety and property protection from the hazards created by fire
and explosion. This code applies to both new and existing conditions unless specified
otherwise. (Ord. 4513, 1-15-1993; Ord. 4894, 10-7-1997)
24.102: ADOPTION OF FIRE PREVENTION CODE:
The 2000 edition, National Fire Prevention Code (NFPA 1), The International Fire
Code, 2000 and Article 7 from the 2000 Property Maintenance Code, Standard for
the Installation of Automatic Sprinklers (NFPA 13) 2002 edition, and The National
FireAlarm Code (NFPA 72) 2002 edition in their entirety and as amended hereafter in
this chapter is hereby adopted as the Fire Prevention Code of the Village of Mount
Prospect for the control of fire in buildings and structures.
The appendices of all NFPA standards adopted by Village of Mount
Prospect are considered as part of each standard and are mandatory
requirements and not advisory information.
B. Performance based computer code analysis are not permitted.
Enforcement of The Fire Prevention Code: the Fire Prevention Bureau of the
Mount Prospect Fire Department shall enforce the Fire Prevention Code. The Fire
Prevention Bureau is hereby established and shall be operated under the
supervision of the Fire Chief. The Chief of the Fire Department shall be
designated as the Fire Official and shall appoint such members necessary to
enforce the provisions of this code.
Whenever the title "code official" is used in the text of the fire prevention codes
adopted herein, the term shall be changed to "Chief of the Mount Prospect Fire
Department". The "Village of Mount Prospect" shall be inserted in place of all
text "Name of Jurisdiction".
A copy of the codes adopted herein by reference shall be on file in the office of
the Village Clerk. (Ord. 4513, 1-5-1993; Ord. 4656, 7-5-1994; Ord. 4894, 10-7-
1997)
24.103: FIRE LANES:
The Fire Official shall require and designate a sufficient number of public or
private fire lanes as deemed necessary for the efficient and effective use of all fire
and or emergency medical apparatus. The Fire Official shall consider the
anticipated operation of the Fire Department's equipment for any emergency
incident that might occur at the location being considered as requiring a fire lane.
The fire official shall take into consideration the need for requiring
additional fire lanes when automatic sprinklers protect the building(s).
Fire lanes shall be provided for all buildings when any part of the building is set
back more than one hundred fifty feet (150') from a public road or for buildings
which exceed thirty feet (30') in height and set back over fifty feet (50') from a
public road, access road, or private road.
Al1 fire lanes shall be minimum of twenty feet (20') in width and shall be
constructed to meet the requirements of subsection 16.403B 1 b of this Code. Split
fire lanes and fire lanes constructed of paved blocks shall not be permitted.
Those areas deemed as fire lanes shall be capable of structurally supporting fire
apparatus. A minimum of thirteen feet (13') of vertical clearance must be
continuously maintained for all fire lanes.
Fire lanes shall not be configured to create a dead-end road, access drive or street
(public or private) greater than three hundred feet (300'). Any dead-end fire lane
with a dead-end distance in excess of three hundred feet (300') shall be provided
with a turnaround sufficient in size to accommodate the largest fire apparatus.
All fire lanes shall be maintained as specified by the Fire Official for emergency
use for the life of the building or structure.
Every fire lane shall be posted as such with a sufficient quantity of signs as
deemed appropriate by the Fire Official. The Fire Official may also require
painting and striping of the fire lane when deemed as necessary. The cost of the
signs, markings and installation shall be the responsibility of the building owner.
It shall be unlawful for any person or object to block or obstruct wholly or
partially any fire lane.
Gates or other barriers shall not be installed on any new or existing fire lane
without written approval from the Fire Official. Alt gates permitted by the Fire
Official desired to be locked in the closed position shall be provided with a
locking device approved by the Fire Official. Electrically operated gates shall
have a key operated switch approved by the Fire Official. Where deemed
necessary by the Fire Official, electric gates installed on fire lanes are
required to be provided with an electronic device that will automatically
open upon activation of Mount Prospect emergency vehicles traffic pre-
emption signal. (Ord. 4894, 10-'%1997)
24.104: KEY BOXES:
A Knox Box shall be installed on all buildings having an automatic fire alarm or
fire suppression system that is supervised by a listed supervising agency and/or in
those buildings, which contain a passenger elevator.
Keys shall be provided to allow access to all areas of the building necessary to
mitigate any foreseen emergency condition that the Fire Department may be
called upon to protect. This includes, but is not limited to, keys to unlock all fire
system control devices, elevator equipment rooms, electrical rooms, storage
rooms and other areas required by the fire official.
C. All required keys should be labeled as to what they serve.
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In areas, which utilize other methods of security instead of keyed locks, sufficient
information and/or equipment shall be provided in the Knox box for Fire
Department use. This includes, but is not limited to, card keys, security codes, etc,
It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to notify the Fire Department if
there are any changes with the building or structure that would require the
contents of the Knox box to be modified.
F. All required Knox Boxes shall be located as required by the Fire Official.
A sufficient number of Knox Boxes shall be provided as deemed necessary by the
Fire Official. (Ordl 4894, 10-7-1997)
Multiple tenants. A single Knox Box may be provided to serve
multiple tenants provided the Knox Box can be installed in a location
to accommodate fire department operations and the Knox Box is large
enough to accommodate all keys for each tenant space.
24.105: FIRE EXTINGUISHERS:
In the Iuternational Fire Code, Section 906.1 and the accompanying
exception shall be deleted and shall be replaced with: "portable fire
extinguishers shall be provided in every occupancy as well as those areas
specified in NFPA 1, 2000 edition, International Fire code, 2000 edition and
the International Building Code, 2000 edition.
EXCEPTION: Individual dwelling units in all use group-R classifications."
All new fire extinguishers shall be of an approved type with a minimum rating of
3A-40-BC. Existing fire extinguishers at the time of adoption of this code
shall be a minimum rating of 2A-20BC. Every required extinguisher shall be
installed in a location visible to occupants and general public and must be easily
accessible.
All extinguishers shall be securely mounted to the wall or structural member of
the building. The top of the fire extinguisher shall not exceed five feet (5') in
height above the finished floor and the bottom of the extinguisher shall be a
minimum of two feet (2') above the finished floor.
Every extinguisher shall be provided with adequate markings indicating the
location of the extinguisher. When extinguishers are mounted to structural
members of the building, a one foot (1') wide red stripe shall be applied to the
structural member a minimum of ten feet (10') above the finished floor. (Ord.
4894, 10-7-1997)
SECTION 2: Chapter 24 entitled "Fire Prevention Code" of the Village Code of
Mount Prospect shall be amended by deleting Article I, Sections 24.107 in its entirety and
adding a new Sections 24.107 which shall be and read as follows:
24.107: EMERGENCY LIGHTING:
Emergency lighting circuits shall be provided for all exit signs and
emergency lights. In new and existing buildings, emergency lighting shall be
provided in all occupancies and in those other areas specified in the
International Building Code, 2000 edition, International Fire Code, 2000
edition, and NFPA 1, 2000 edition. In addition, emergency lighting shall be
installed in the following areas:
1. All egress corridors
2. Ali stairwells
3. Basements
4. Rooms for assembly occupancies
5. All public areas of the building (Including restrooms)
6. Rooms containing fire protection equipment such as pumps, control
valves, fire alarm panels and remote annunciator.
Exception: Individual dwelling units of all use group R occupancies
SECTION 3: Chapter 24 entitled "Fire Prevention Code" of the Village Code of
Mount Prospect shall be amended by deleting Article I, Sections 24.113 and 24.114 in
their entirety and adding new Sections 24.113 and 24.114 which shall be and read as
follows:
24.113: OTHER SIGNS: In buildings or occupancies where the point of delivery of
the natural gas is provided with two or more shutoff valves, permanently
affixed signs shall be provided to clearly indicate the area(s) served by each
valve. No installation shall be permitted until the Fire Official has approved
the language on the sign.
24.114: ADDRESSES: Addresses shall be provided in both the front and rear of
tenants in new and existing strip shopping centers. The address letters or
numbers shall be a minimum of four inches in height and their color shall
contrast with the surface on which they are affixed.
SECTION 4: Chapter 24, entitled "Fire Prevention Code" of the Village of
Mount Prospect shall be amended by renumbering current Section 24.113 entitled
Prohibited Acts to Section 24.115.
SECTION 5: Chapter 24, entitled "Fire Prevention Code" of the Village Code of
Mount Prospect shall be amended by deleting Sections 24.201 through 24.204 and 24.206
in their entirety and inserting in lieu thereof the following new Sections 24.201 tl~rough
24.204 and 24.206 which shall be and read as follows:
24.20t: AUTOMATIC DETECTION AND/OR EXTINGUISHMENT OF FIRE:
Authority is hereby conferred upon the Chief of the Fire Department to adopt and
promulgate rules based upon the standards of any nationally reco.~nized
organization embodying details for the installation and construction of automatic
sprinkler equipment and/or automatic fire detection equipment in such instances
where, based upon the standards contained herein, any building or part thereof,
because of its size, construction, occupancy or lack of suitable protective
equipment, shall be deemed by the said Fire Chief or his duly authorized agent to
constitute a special fire hazard to life or property or an excessive burden upon the
fire extinguishing facilities of the Fire Department.
The Fire Official shall be responsible for the enforcement of the requirements
related to the installation, testing, maintenance and modification of all fire
detection, fire suppression and standpipe systems.
All automatic sprinkler equipment specified kcrein shall be inspected at least
once a year as is specified herein below, and at all times maintained in proper
operative condition by the owner or occupant of such building. The occupant(s) of
such buildings containing such equipment shall promptly notify the Fire
Prevention Bureau 0fthe Fire Department in case such sprinkler system or any
other fire protection equipment specified here!n is withdrawn from such
building, or the use of such equipment therein is interrupted, curtailed or altered.
Whether the building is occupied or not, it shall be the responsibility of the
owners of all buildings having interior fire alarm (including single station smoke
detectors) and suppression systems both existing and those which are to be
constructed, to provide for the continuous maintenance of such systems through
no less than an annual inspection and testing of the systems. Written certification
of each annual inspection and testing of the fire alarm and suppression systen, s
shall be provided to the Fire Prevention Bureau upon completion of such test.
The Fire Prevention Bureau shall be notified in writing prior to any other
activities requiring full flowing of the fire pump, including but not limited to
the full flow fire testing of any fire pump required per NFPA 20. A
minimum of 48 hours written notice must be made to the Fire Prevention
Bureau prior to such activity. Failure to have a member of the Mount
Prospect Fire Prevention Bureau present will result in a written warning to
both the testing agency and building owner. After the written warning has
been delivered, every failure thereafter by either the owner of the property
or testing agency to notify the Fire Prevention Bureau to witness the fire
pump test will result in a fine minimum of $500.
The imposition of a fine upon the second failure of an individual or entity to
notify the Fire Prevention Bureau shall not be dependent on the offense(s)
taking place at the same location which initiated the written warning. This
code section shall be posted on all new and existing fire pump control panels
for the life of the building.
A "certificate of occupancy" and/or "business license" as defined in this Code,
shall not be issued and no movement of supplies and/or equipment into the
building shall be permitted until the fire suppression and/or fire alarm system is
functional, certified by a testing agency and monitored by a listed agency.
24.202: AUTOMATIC SPRINrKLER AND SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS:
The provisions of this section shall specify where fire protection systems,
standpipes and detection systems are required to be installed and shall apply
to the design, installation and maintenance of all such systems. Where a
conflict exists between any of the adopted codes, the most restrictive
provision shall apply. (Ord. 4513, 1-5~1993; Ord. 4894, 10-7-1997)
Where Required: Automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed and maintained in
full operating condition in all buildings/areas specified in the International Fire
Code, 2000 edition, International Building Code 2000 edition, and NFPA 1,
2000 edition and the following occupancies and areas:
Automatic sprinkler systems shall be provided in ail newly constructed
buildings, structures or portions thereof regardless of occupancy
classification, construction or square footage. This requirement shall
also apply to manufactured homes or buildings.
In existing structures when an automatic fire suppression system would be
required if new, then an automatic fire suppression system shall be
provided throughout the building when:
The fire area is increased regardless of the square footage. For the
purpose of determining fire areas that require the installation of
automatic sprinklers, a "fire area" shall be defined as those areas
bound by concrete or masonry fire walls constructed in accordance
with section 705 of the International Building Code, 2000 edition.
Exceptions:
Existing buildings with a use group classification of B or M
with a total fire area of five thousand (5,000) square feet or
less~
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2. Single family attached and detached homes, town homes,
and manufactured homes.
There is a change in use group classification as outlined in the
International Building Code, 2000 edition.
Exceptions:
When an occupancy classification change is made to or from
an existing Use Group B or M to a new occupancy
classification of B or M in existing buildings or structures
with a total fire area of five thousand (5,000) square feet or
less.
Existing single-family homes used as residential board
and care facilities complying with all provisions of NFPA
101, 2000 edition.
Additions, repairs, alterations, remodeling is in excess of fifty
percent (50%) of the valuation of the property.
Exceptions:
Existing buildings or structures with a use group
classification of B or M and within a building with the total
fire area less than five thousand (5,000) square feet.
2. Single family attached and detached homes, town homes
and manufactured homes
There is an addition to the structure regardless of square footage of
the addition.
Exception:
Buildings of Use Group B and/or M when the addition does
not increase the building's total fire area to five thousand
(5,000) square feet or greater.
2. Covered porches or stoops.
3. Single family homes, town homes and manufactured
homes
System Installation: All automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed in
accordance with NFPA 13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems,
1994 Editioa, 2002 edition unless otherwise modified hereafter. NFPA 13D
systems shall be permitted in single-family attached and detached homes,
town homes and manufactured occupancies. NFPA 13R, designed systems
shall not be permitted.
Omission Of Sprinklers From Rooms Or Spaces:
Sections 903.1.1 and 903.3.1.1.1 of the International Fire Code, 2000
edition shall be deleted.
When sprinkler protection is required, sprinklers shall be provided
throughout ail areas of the building in every room or space regardless of
use or occupancy contents. Combustible concealed spaces shall be
protected as required per NFPA 13, 2002 edition.
When sprinkler protection is required in single-family homes, town homes
or manufactured homes, sprinklers may not be omitted from garages.
Exception:
Upon written approval from the Fire Official, sprinklers
may be omitted in areas where the products stored or
operation within the room is considered to be a water
reactive agent as determined by the products Material
Safety Data Sheet. In areas where sprinklers are permitted
to be omitted, an altemative supPression system approved
by the Fire Official shall be installed in accordance with the
applicable NFPA standard and International Fire Code.
Sprinkler Systems Protecting Multiple Tenants: Where sprinkler systems protect
more than one tenant, a separate water flow switch and control valve shall be
provided for each tenant space.
Exception: Existing buildings protected by automatic sprinklers systems.
Sprinkler Control Valves: All new sprinkler control valves shall be located within
five feet (5') above the finished floor and shall be UL listed for fire protection
systems. All new and existing control valves shall bear a pem~anently affixed
label indicating the area and function the control valve serves. All new and
existing control valves shall be electronically supervised and maintained in
accordance with this code. Control valves shall be installed in all locations
specified in the International Fire and International Building Code, NFPA 1,
NFPA 13 and in the following locations:
Exception: Existing approved limited area sprinkler systems.
Sprinklers protecting electrical rooms shall be provided with a separate
control valve located outside the entrance into the electrical room.
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A separate control valve shall be required to permit the isolation of each
floor or mezzanine protected by automatic sprinklers.
Limited Area Sprinkler Systems: New limited area sprinkler systems utilizing a
domestic water supply shall meet all of the requirements of this Chapter for the
installation of sprinkler systems.
Location Of Sprinkler Riser, Fire Pump, System Control Valves And Other Fire
Protection Equipment:
Ail new sprinkler risers and associated equipment shall be located in a
separate room with a minimum of one-hour construction. Rooms containing
fire pumps shall be separated from the remaining portions of the building by
a minimum of two (2) hour construction.
Rooms containing fire protection control equipment shall be provided with
direct access from the exterior and interior of the building. All new and
existing entrance doors shall bear a si~ on the exterior of the door with
four-inch (4") high letters indicating, "sprinkler room". Additional signage
may be required in cases where the riser serves more than one tenant. New
and existing rooms shalI contain emergency lighting. Rooms designated, as
sprinkler rooms shall not be used for any other pul-pose.
A minimum of three feet (3') clear space shall be maintained around the
circumference of any new or existing fire hydrant, Fire Department
connection, fire protection control valve or any other fire protection system
component.
Inspectors Test Connections And Two Inch Drains: All required inspectors test
connections and two inch (2") drains shall discharge directly to the outside.
Discharge into a floor drain or sink shall not be permitted.
Fire Pump Test Headers: All fire pump test headers shall be provided with a
UL listed OS and Y valve. Test headers for fire pumps shall be located
outside in a location conducive to annual full fire flov~ testing and in a
location approved by the Fire Official.
Fire Department Connections:
Fire Department connections shall be provided for all sprinkler systems.
The Fire Department connection shall consist of a two by two and one-half
inch (2 x 2 1/2") Siamese connection and a five-inch (5") stortz
connection. Both connections shall contain a check valve.
Exceptions:
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Sprinkler systems with twenty (20) or fewer sprinklers may be
supplied by a single two and one-half inch (2 1/'2") connection.
b. Sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13D.
Alt new Fire Department connections shall be located on the front side of
the building within one hundred feet (100') of an accessible Village fire
hydrant in a location approved by the Fire Official.
All new and existing Fire Department connections shall be accessible at
all times. Trees, shrubs or other landscaping materials shall not be
installed to prohibit access to the Fire Department connection.
All new and existing Fire Department connections shall be provided with
a sign directly above the connection indicating "FIRE DEPARTMENT
CONNECTION". Where the building or group of buildings is served by
more than one connection, a sign shall als° be provided to indicate the
area in which the Fire Department connection serves.
A freestanding Fire Department connection shall be installed in
accordance with this Section for all nexv buildings greater than thirty-five
feet (35') in height. The connection shall be located a minimum of 20
feet from the building or in a location approved by the fire official
Al1 new and existing Fire Department connections shall have a white
strobe installed directly above the Fire Department connection. The strobe
shall be approved for exterior use and operate upon activation of the
sprinkler water flow switch and or the building's fire alarm.
All new and existing Fire Department connections shall be painted bright
red and maintained in this condition by the building owner throughout the
life of the system.
Exception: Chrome plated or polished brass connections.
New fire department connections installed on sprinkler systems with a
sprinkler or standpipe demand in excess of 1000 gpm shall supply the
sprinkler system with a minimum of six inch piping.
Suppression System Alarms: All buildings or areas required to have an automatic
suppression system shall contain audible and visual devices installed in
accordance with NFPA 72, 199~ Edition. The devices shall operate upon
activation of the suppression system and shall emit sound and illumination levels
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for fire alarm devices as specified in NFPA 72,-t~ ~.~ r:,~:,:~
existing fire sprinkler suppression systems shall be monitored by a UL listed
central station.
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Exception:
Residential occupancies protected in accordance with NFPA 13D
shall not be required to be connected to a fire alarm system but
shall contain an inside and outside audible bell. The inside bell
shall be located on the furnace return air duct. If a retm'n air
duct is not provided, the bell shall be located so that it can be
easily heard throughout the structure.
All new fire suppression systems protecting a kitchen hood located in
buildings equipped with a fire alarm system shall have the
suppression system connected to the building's fire alarm system.
Acceptance Testing: All required acceptance testing shall be conducted in the
presence of the Fire Official. At the time of acceptance testing, the contractor
shall provide a job copy of the approved installation drawings for use during the
testing. A minimum of forty-eight (48) hours' notice to the Fire Official is
required. All sprbakler lead-ins shall be flushed in accordance with NFPA 13 and
witnessed by the Fire Official prior to connection to the sprinkler riser(s). Testing
documentation shall be provided to the Fire Official prior to the issuance of
certificate of occupancy.
The installing contractor shall furnish all necessary equipment with a
sufficient number of personnel to conduct the tests. This shall include, but
not be limited to, two-xvay radios, ladders, sound level measuring
equipment, water flow measuring equipment and applicable testing
documents.
Sprinkler System Design:
Ail new sprinkler systems or modifications to existing systems shall be
hydraulically designed with a minimum ora 5 psi safety factor. All system
designs shall be based on a seasonal low water flow test provided by the
Village. The Fire Official or his/her designee shall witness all water flow
tests used for the design of sprinkler systems.
Exception: Sprinkler systems designed in accordance with NFPA 13D.
Prior to the installation or alteration of any sprinkler or standpipe
system, a permit shall be obtained from the Village of Mount
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Prospect. Equipment cut sheets, engineering drawings, and hydraulic
calculations containing details as outlined in the applicable NFPA
standard shall be submitted for review and approval prior to the start
of any work. On each drawing a copy of the hydraulic nameplate shall
be provided.
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When revised drawings are requested by the Fire Prevention Bureau,
the revisions shall include a clouded notation on the revised portion of
the drawing with numbers corresponding to the fire department's
written review comments.
The sprinkler permit issued by the Village of Mount Prospect shall be
posted on the front of the building for the entire project.
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Four (4) sets of calculations, drawings and equipment cut sheets shall
be submitted for review and approval prior to the modification or
installation of any suppression or fire alarm system.
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Upon completion of the project, a complete set of as-built documents
shall be submitted and approved by the Fire Department prior to the
final inspection for certificate of occupancy.
Installation Of Backflow Prevention Devices: Any addition or alteration to an
automatic sprinkler system shall be in accordance with the appropriate design
standard for the system. If the addition of a backflow prevention device decreases
the water pressure below the required pressure for the fire safety system,
additional measures shall be taken in each such case to restore the pressure to the
operating level required by mechanical means (i.e., a fire pump).
Before a backflow prevention device is installed retroactively on a fire
sprinkler system, a thorough hydraulic analysis shall be performed
including:
Revised hydraulic calculations for hydraulically calculated systems
in accordance with NFPA 13, 2002 edition. Submitted calculations
should include the pressure loss anticipated through the backflow
prevention device.
Revised sprinkler system calculations for the system demand for
pipe schedule systems NFPA 13, 2002 edition.
Current water supply data based on a water supply test, including a
comparison assuring that any additional pipe lengths or fittings
necessary to accommodate the proper installation of the backflow
prevention device will not increase the sprinkler system demand
beyond the available water supply; and
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All necessary modifications contributing to the additional friction
loss.
These items, including a manufacturer's data sheet indicating the expected
pressure loss, must be submitted to the Village of Mount Prospect and
reviewed by the Fire Prevention Bureau prior to the installation of the
backfiow prevention assembly. (Ord. 4894, 10-7-1997)
24.203: STANDPIPES
Where Required: Buildings txvo (2) stones or greater and/or those buildings
arranged or constructed to exceed one hundred fifty feet (150') from any entrance
to the most remote portion to the building shall be provided with standpipes
throughout the building in accordance with NFPA 14 unless modified within this
code.
Location Of Standpipes: Standpipes shall be located on the intermediate landings
of all stairwells in buildings required to be equipped with standpipes. All areas
shall be capable of being reached within one hundred fifty feet (150') from each
hose outlet. The distance shall be measured along the normal path of unobstructed
travel.
Standpipe Control Valves: A separate control valve shall be provided to permit
isolating the sprinkler system without interrupting the water supply to the
standpipe system.
Hose Valves: All hose valves shall be two and one-half inches (2 1/2") with a one
and one-hal,Cinch (1 1/2") reducer cap. The threads of the hose valve shall be
National Standard Thread.
Standpipe Flow Switches: All standpipe systems shall be provided with a flow
switch monitored by an approved central station.
System Design: Standpipes shall be designed in accordance with NFPA 14 unless
otherwise amended in this Code. All standpipes shall be hydraulically designed to
deliver the required water flow of 500 gpm with 100 psi of residual pressure at the
most remote outlet and 250 gpm for each additional outlet not to exceed 1,000
gpm. The sprinkler demand shall be included as part of the overall standpipe
system demand.
Exception:
Buildings two (2) stories or less may base the standpipe design
with 150 psi and 1,000 gpm available at the Fire Department
connection. The sprinkler system design shall be based on NFPA
13 with an additional 500 gpm added to the required inside hose
demand.
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Automatic Water Supply: An automatic water supply shall be provided for all
standpipes.
Types Of Systems: Dry standpipes shall only be pem~itted in those areas
subjected to freezing where the installation of heat is not practical due to the
operation of the building or structure.
Pressure Regulating Devices: The installation of any pressure-regulating device
shall be reviewed by the Fire Official prior to installation. The Fire Official will
evaluate the need for pressure regulating devices based on available pressure and
overall operation of the Fire Department. When pressure-regulating devices are
required, the Fire Official shall specify the type of pressure regulating device. It
shall be the owner's responsibility to ensure all pressure-regulating devices are
maintained for the life of the system in accordance with NFPA 14.
Flow Test: A flow test shall be conducted at the hydraulically most remote hose
outlet to verify the system is capable of meeting the required flows set forth in
this code. (Ord. 4894, 10-7-1997)
24.204: FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS:
Where Required: A fire alarm system shall be installed and maintained in full
operating condition in all buildings/areas specified in the h~ternational Building
and Fire Prevention Code, 2000 edition, NFPA 1, and in the following locations
listed below. A fire alarm system shall consist of detection devices and manual
pull stations plus the components and circuits arranged to monitor the system.
In new construction, all buildings or portions thereof classified as Use
Group A, B, M, I, E, shall be provided With a fire alarm system.
Sprinklered Building Exception: In buildings of Use Group B, M, and A
protected throughout by automatic sprinklers in accordance with this code
shall not be required to be equipped with automatic detectors.
Buildings of Use Group E protected throughout by automatic sprinklers
installed in accordance with this code shall install smoke detection devices
in all corridors, mechanical rooms, boiler moms, and storage rooms.
In new construction, all buildings of use group classification orr P~ I and
R 2 shall be provided with a "fire alarm system" as defined above to
include smoke detection in the following areas:
Exception: Single family attached and detached homes, manufactured
and town homes.
a. All corridors.
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b. All storage rooms not within the individual dwelling unit.
c. All boiler and mechanical spaces.
d. At the top and bottom of all required exit enclosures.
Hardwired single station smoke detectors with battery back-up shall be
installed and maintained in the following areas:
Use Group R, in all sleeping areas including bedrooms, each level
including basements, and in the vicinity of each sleeping area.
Where more than one detector is required to be installed within an
individual dwelling unit, guest room or suite in a Use Group R
occupancy, the detectors shall be interconnected in such a maturer
that the activation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms in the
individual unit, guest room or suite.
All required hardwired smoke detectors shall be permanently wired
into the electrical system and shall not serve any other appliances
or circuits. All required hardwired smoke detectors shall be
photoelectric.
Al1 new and existing required fire alarm systems shall be monitored by an
approved central station and transmit both fire and trouble signals.
Combination burglar and fire alarm systems, stand alone automatic dialers
(including digital), and radio transmitted monitoring signals shall be
prohibited in all new or existing use group classifications except single
family attached and detached homes, town homes and manufactured
homes.
Exception: Single or multiple station smoke detectors shall not be
required to be monitored.
All buildings or structures thirty five feet (35') in height and/or four (4)
stories or greater shall be provided with a fire alarm system in accordance
with this code and as specified hereafter and those requirements set forth
in article 907.2.12.1,907.2.12.2,907.2.12.2.1,907.2.12.2.2, 907.2.12.2.3
of the International Building Code, 2000 edition.
Automatic smoke detectors suitable for the application shall be
installed in the following rooms: mechanical equipment; electrical
transformers; telephone equipment; elevator machine room, and
similar rooms.
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A voice signaling system shall be installed capable of providing
one-way and two-way Fire Department communication.
Exception: Open Parking Garages.
(1)
The two-way Fire Department communication system shall
provide two-way communication between the fire
command station and the following terminal areas:
elevators, elevator lobbies, exit access corridors and exit
stairways at each level.
(2)
A one-way public address communication system for the
transmission of emergency directions and designed to be
heard by all building occupants shall be operable from the
central control station. It shall establish on a selective or
general basis to the folloWing terminal areas: elevator
lobbies, exit access corridors and exit stairways, office
areas exceeding one thousand (1,000) square feet, dwelling
units; and hotel guest rooms and suites. The two-way Fire
Department communication system can be combined with
the one-way system.
A fire command station shall be provided in accordance with
NFPA 72, section 911.1 of the International Building Code,
2000 edition.
Exception: Open parking garages.
Existing Buildings: In existing structures when an automatic fire alarm system
would be required if new, then an automatic fire alarm system shall be provided
throughout the building when:
The fire area is increased regardless of the square footage. For the purpose
of this Section, a "fire area" shall be defined as those areas bound by
masonry or concrete firewalls constructed in accordance with Section 705
of the International Building Code, 2000 edition.
There is a change in use group classification as outlined in the
International Building Code, 2000 edition.
Additions, repairs, alterations, remodeling in excess of fifty percent (50%)
of the valuation of the property;
There is an addition to the structure regardless of square footage of the
addition.
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Exception: Covered porches or stoops.
Fire Alarm Panel Location And Type: The fire alarm panel capable of
performing all necessary functions shall be easily accessible and visibly located
within ten feet (10') from the Fire Department entrance into the building. Because
of the number of alarm devices, size of the building and/or hazards associated
with the building, the Fire Official may require an addressable fire alarm panel.
All new and existing fire alarm control panels shall be provided with written
operating instructions to perform the necessary features of the fire alarm panel.
The operating instructions, a complete fire alarm zone map, and other applicable
infon~nation shall be framed and mounted within one foot (1') of the fire alarm
control panel. Building contact phone numbers shall be provided inside the alarm
panel.
All new and existing buildings containing an automatic detection system shall be
provided with sufficient zone maps for Fire Department use when required by the
Fire Official because of the building's size, interior configuration, hazard, or
unique situations. Additional zone maps may be required to be posted or bound in
a notebook form.
Alarm Activation: Activation of the fire alarm shall produce evacuation signals
with audible and visual signals in accordance with the International Building
Code, 2000 edition and NFPA 72.
Zones: Each floor level and tenant space shall be zoned sepau'ately and a single
zone shall not exceed ten thousand (I0,000) square feet. The length of the zone
shall not exceed one hundred fifty feet (150') in any direction. A zone indicator
panel shall be provided in an approved location in accordance with this code. The
visual zone location shall not be canceled by the operation of an alarm silence
switch. When provided, the following alarm initiating devices shall be zoned
separately:
1. Srnoke detectors.
2. Duct detectors.
3. Sprinkler water flow devices.
4. Manual fire alarm device.
5. Other approved types of fire detection devices and/or suppression systems.
Exception:
Automatic sprinkler system zones shall not exceed the area
specified in NFPA 13.
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Duct Detectors: All required duct detectors shall be provided with a remote
testing and reset device located five feet (5') above the finished floor directly
below the duct detector. All new and existing HVAC equipment containing
smoke detection devices shall be labeled to correspond to the fire alarm
annunciation displayed at the alarm panel. The labels shall be clearly visible from
the floor level. Corresponding two-inch contrasting numbers shall also be
permanently provided on each rooftop unit. In buildings protected throughout
by automatic sprinklers, the duct detector activation may send a supervisory
signal to the buiiding's fire alarm panel. (Ord. 4894, 10-7-1997)
Fire pumps shall be required to be equipped with a low suction alarm.
The alarm must sound an audible bell and transmit a signal to a UL
listed central station when the available municipal water pressure
drops to 20 psi. The alarm shall continue to sound and send a signal
until the situation has been corrected.
Each Iow suction alarm must be provided with a low suction alarm
panel monitored by the building's fire alarm system.
The Iow suction alarm panel must be located in the fire pump room in
an accessible location.
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The low suction alarm panel must be monitored by the building's fire
alarm system for voltage integrity.
The low suction alarm panel must be provided with a visual alarm
condition indicator.
ALARUM SYSTEM ACCEPTANCE TESTING. All required acceptance
testing shall be conducted in the presence of the Fire Official. At the time of
acceptance testing, the contractor shall provide a job copy of the approved
installation drawings for use during the testing. A minimum of forty-eight
(48) hours notice to the Fire Official is required.
The installing contractor shall furnish all necessary equipment with a
sufficient number of personnel to conduct the tests. This shall include,
but not be limited to, two-way radios, ladders, sound level measuring
equipment, water flow measuring equipment and applicable testing
documents.
A written record of completion shall be provided to the fire official
prior to scheduling the acceptance testing.
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When the National Fire Alarm Code requires a battery load test, the
fire official shall witness the test. The battery load test shall be
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conducted and approved by the Fire Official prior to the issuance of a
certificate of occupancy.
24.206: KITCHEN HOOD EXHAUST AND FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS:
Access Doors. UL listed duct access doors shall be provided in areas required
to install an access panel.
Hinged Fans. Kitchen exhaust fans shall be provided with a UL listed hinge
assembly.
Residential type range top hoods and fire suppression systems:
Where permitted. A residential range top fire suppression system may
be permitted in lieu of a Type I hood and suppression system above
stovetops used in such a manner that does not produce significant
amounts of grease-laden vapors or smoke as determined by the fire
official. Residential range top fire suppression systems and hoods may
be considered as an acceptable alternative to a Type I hood and fire
suppression system in occupancies where the use is not intended for
the selling of food products to the general public such as apartment
complex clubhouses, schools, offices, churches, or industrial break
roonls.
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If a fire alarm system exists in the building, the residential
range top fire suppression system must be monitored by the
fire alarm system.
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The cooking appliance (stoveteps) are four-burner or less and
not exceeding 36" in width.
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Establishments approved for the installation of a residential
range top fire suppression system must be equipped with a
Class K rated fire extinguisher.
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Residential range top fire suppression systems are required to
be UL Listed.
Residential range top fire suppression systems must be capable
of providing utility shutoff upon system activation.
Detail documentation meeting the installation requirements
must be submitted for review and approval by the fire official
prior to installation.
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A written analysis of the production of grease-laden vapors
shall be submitted to the fire official in order to determine if
the quantity of grease prodnced is minimal enough to permit a
residential type suppression system in lieu of a type I hood and
suppression system. The fire official may at any time require
the written analysis to be performed after the system has been
installed. In those eases Where the cooking operation or
quantity of grease-laden vapors has changed since the initial
installation, the fire official may require a type I hood and
suppression system.
SECTION 6: Chapter 24, entitled "Fire Prevention Code" of the Village Code of
Mount Prospect shall be amended by deleting Sections 24.501 through 24.504 in their
entirety and inserting new Sections 24.501 through 24.504 which shall be and read as
follows:
24.501: DEACTIVATION OF FIRE SUPPRESSION/FIRE ALARM?OTHER ALAR2~I
SYSTEMS:
It shall be unlawful for any property owner or occupant of the property to disconnect,
deactivate, and/or remove any automatic sprinkler or other fire suppression system or
remove any emergency notification, or fire alarm system from service without first
having given written notification and received written approval of the fire chief or his
designated representative. In the event it is determined by a fully designated
representative of the fire chief, in face-to-face situation, that the system deactivation or
removal from service is necessary, a written confirmation shall be submitted by the
property owner or occupant to the fire chief within twenty four (24) hours of such
deactivation or removal from service. (Ord. 4513, 1-5-1993; amd. Ord. 4894, 10-7-1997)
24.502: PENALTY FOR RESPONSE TO FALSE ALARMS
False alarms shall be defined as set forth as follows in Section 24.503 of this
article.
If the fire department responds to more than five (5) false alarms or system
malfunctions within a calendar year to the same premises, the property owner or
occupant shall pay the village the amounts as set forth in appendix A, division III
of this code, within thirty (30) days after the response for which the charge is
made.
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Within five (5) working days after the fire department responds to a false alarm,
the fire department shall cause written notification to be given to the property
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owner or occupant that a false alarm has been charged to the property. In the
event that this incident is in excess of the permitted five (5) false alarms within a
calendar year, the property owner shall be billed the appropriate amount, as set
forth in subsection B of this section.
Within fifteen (15) days after the alarm, the property owner or occupant may file
with the Fire Chief a written request to reconsider whether such almxn was
avoidable. Such request shall include all facts upon which the property owner or
occupant bases his opinion.
Within ten (10) days after receipt of a written request for reconsideration, the Fire
Chief or his designated representative shall determine whether or not the alarm
shall be classified as a false alarm and then notify in writing the property owner or
occupant of his decision. If it is the determination of the Fire Chief that the atann
shall be classified as a false alarm, the Fire Chief shall notify the property owner,
in writing, of his decision and the appropriate charge, as set forth in subsection B
of this section, shall be paid in full within thirty (30) days following such
notification. (Ord. 4513, 1-5-1993; amd. Ord. 4894, 10-7-t997; Ord. 5189, 5-15-
2001)
24.503: DEFiNITIONS:
For the purpose of this Article, the following words and terms shall have the following
meanings:
ALARM SYSTEM: Any device installed for the purpose of alerting others to a fire or
other emergency. (This includes but not limited to elevator, and medical alert
alarms.)
AUTOMATIC TELEPHONE ALARM: A telephone device or telephone attachment,
which automatically relays a prerecorded message to report a fire emergency by means of
a telephone line, which terminates upon a central switchboard.
FALSE ALARM: An alarm system as defined above activated by any one or more of the
following causes:
A. Mechanical failure;
B. Malfunction of the alarm system;
C. Improper installation or maintenance of the alarm system;
D. Wilful or negligent act of a person;
Any other cause not related to a fire emergency{ provided, however, that any
alarm activated by natural causes including, but not limited to, tornadoes and
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severe windstorms, or by malicious acts of persons not under the direction or
control of the property owner or occupant shall not be considered a false alarm.
MLrNICIPALITY: Whenever the word "Municipality" is used in this article, it shall be
construed to refer to the Village of Mount Prospect. (Ord. 4513, 1-5-1993; amd. Ord.
4894, 10-7-1997)
24.504: PENALTIES
Each type of alarm activation shall be categorized by the type of alarm (i.e.,
elevator, medical emergency, fire). The number of offenses shall be separated by
alarm category for the purpose of accessing penalties.
Unless specified elsewhere in this article, the penalty for violating the provisions of this
article shall be an amount set forth in Appendix A, Division III of this code, for each
offense. (Ord. 5189, 5-15-2001)
SECTION 7: That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after
its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
PASSED and APPROVED this
__day of ,2003
Gerald L. Farley, Village President
ATTEST:
Velma W. Lowe, Village Clerk
illage of Mount Prospect
Community Development Department
MEMORANDUM
TO:
MICHAEL E. JANONIS, VILLAGE MANAGER
FROM:
WILLIAM J. COONEY, JR., DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DATE: MAY 7, 2003
SUBJECT:
ADOPTION OF THE 2000 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
The Village's Community Development Departmeut and Fire Department have been working together over the
past several months to update the Village's Building, Property Maintenance and the Fire Prevention Codes.
These efforts by Village staff are in response to the recent formation of the International Code Council (ICC),
which resulted after the consolidation of the Building Officials and Code Administrators International (BOCA),
International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) and Southern Building Code Congress International
.(SBCI) organizations. The formation of the ICC was due to the desire of BOCA, ICBO and SBCI to create a
single set of comprehensive, coordinated and model construction codes that could be used throughout the United
States and the world.
Following a great deal of work on behalf of both Departments, Staff is now prepared to recommend the adoption
of the 2000 International Building Code, as well as other related code updates. In April 2003, Village staff
presented the proposed adoption of the International Building Code to the Economic Development Commission
(EDC) and the Chamber of Commerce. Following staff's presentation and some general discussion, the EDC
recommended unanimously that the Village Board approve the adoption of the International Building Code.
To assist in 3'our review of this matter, staff has attached copies of the proposed amendments (which include staff
commentary sections) to the Village COde and the Villages' local amendments. The main differences between the
Village's existing codes and those to be adopted are highlighted below:
Fire Department: With regards to fire prevention issues the only substantial difference in the new code is
the requirement for automatic sprinklers in all single-family and townhome units. The Fire Department has
indicated that the requirement would only apply to new construction, and would not impact those looking to
remodel or expand an existing residence. It should be noted that several recently approved townhouse
developments have agreed to install sprinkler systems. In addition; the Fire Department is also proposing
amendments with regards to the minimum dimensions for an elevator.
Building & Environmental Health Divisions: The building related amendments do uot h~clude any
substantial changes in comparison to the Village's current building codes and can be viewed more as general
housekeeping. The major changes with regards to property maintenance issues iuclude restrictions on the use
of paint spray booths as well as a 2-hour limit on the parking of semi-trailers and trucks within the Village.
The proposed restriction will help to address the ongoing problem of trucks/trailers in private parking lots.
13 COW neeting to review the proposed amendments and answer any related
Staff will be present at the Ma}, ~
questions. We look forward to discussing this issue with you.
Economic Development Commission
April 3, 2003 - Meeting Minutes
MINUTES
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
2mi Floor Conference Room, Village Hall
Thursday, April 3, 2003
8:00 a.m.
The meeting of the Economic Development Commission (EDC) of the Village of Mount Prospect was held on
Thursday, April 3, 2003, in the second floor conferefice room of Village Hail, 100 South Emerson Street,
Mount Prospect, Illinois.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Norm Kurtz called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. Commissioners John Arndt, Bruce Gillilmi,
Ben Trapani and Tom Zander were present. Commissioners Pat Biedar and David Lindgren were absent.
Also present were Mayor Gerald Farley, Jim Uszler, Executive Director of the Mount Prospect Chamber of
Commerce, Bi I1 Cooney, Director of Community Development, Mike Jacobs, Deputy Director of Community
Development, Fire Chief Mike Figolab, Fire Marshal Paul Valentine, Michael Heimbecker, Fire Protection
Safety Engineer, Bill George, Building Commissioner, and Bob Roels, Environmental Health Manager;
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the December 5, 2002 meeting were reviewed and approved unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
Status Update
Mr. Cooney informed the EDC that a developer recently purchased the Central Plaza Shopping Center. At this
point staff is unaware of who tile developer is, but is working with a local broker, Brian Properties, to
adequately address the property. It is hoped that the new owners of the property intend to demolish the
structure and consider a new mixed-use development at that location.
Mr. Cooney stated that Culver's Restaurant was looking at a variety of locations throughout town and it
appeared they would be locating at the former Super Shops facility, in front of Hobby Lobby. They are also
looking at the north end of town along Rand Road.
Mr. Cooney stated that the Costco prqject was still alive but that it appeared that construction wou Id not begin
until 2004. He provided a brief update of other items at the Randhurst Malt. He then informed the
Commission that Oberweis Dairy would soon be opening its doors at the Lofts development and a TCF Bank
and a beauty salon would be folloWing soon thereafter. He closed by indicating that the vacant parcel at the
southeast comer of Dempster and Busse was currently under contract and a variety of banking institutions and
restaurants were considering this location.
NEW BUSINESS
International Building Code
Mr. Cooney provided a brief overview of the proposed building, fire and property maintenance code updates to
the 2000 international Building Codes. He stated that, with the recent unification of the building codes under
tile umbrella of the h~ternational Building Code, that staff felt it would be beneficial for the Village to adopt
the most recent codes. He stated that the Village is currently operating under the t996 BOCA Code and a
variety of other codes that have now been consolidated into the International Building Code. He then
introduced Chief Mike Figolah to provide a brief overview of the changes that would be implemented with the
proposed International Fire Code. Chief Figolah stated that the greatest change in the proposed update would
be the requirement for sprinklering of alt new townhomes and single-family home construction. Currently,
these two uses do not require sprinklering under the Village Codes. He indicated many local communities
have adopted similar ordinances because the majority of fire related deaths do occur in homes. He explained
that the cost of installing sprinklers in new construction was approximately $1.50 to $1.75 per square foot,
similar to the cost of installing carpeting. He then introduced Fire Marshal Paul Valentine who provided a
general overview ofsome ofthe other substantive changes to the proposed International Fire Code. There was
conomic Development Commission
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general discussion by the EDC members about the pros and cons of requiring sprinklering in single-family and
tox~nhomes. There was general consensus that this would be a worthwhile endeavor in new construction but
concerns were raised that this might also evolve into requiring all additions and other improvements to require
sprinklers. ChiefFigolah indicated thatwas not theintcnt oftheFireDepartment andthat other communities
who have applied that requiremeut have had a lot of resistance. At this time, they would not be pursuing a
requirement to pnt sprinklers in large additions or alterations of existing homes.
Commissioner Trapani then made a motion to recommend that the Village Board approve the amendment as
proposed. Mr. Arndt seconded the motion and it was approved unanimously.
Cook County Property' Tax Update
Mr. Coouey stated that this item was placed on the agenda at the request of Mr. Gillilm~. The County is
pursuing State legislation that would prohibit commercial and industrial property owners from appealing their
reassessments. The proposed legislation was generated at the request of local school districts due to the large
amount of appeals that are successfully granted each year. Mr. Giltilan stated that, while the funding of
schools is certainly an issue that needs to addressed, lie felt that the proposed legislation would have a negative
impact on businesses in the County and especially Mount Prospect. Mr. Uszler stated that he was in
attendance yesterday in Springfield as the Senate approved the proposed legislation. He stated that the House
is due to review the item later this afternoon and that it was likely that it would pass. It was agreed that the
EDC should work with the Chamber to follow this issue and take appropriate action to benefit the business
community.
Downtown Redevelopment - The Next Steps
Mr. Cooney displayed several boards that illustrated the 1998 Strategic Plan and current status of the
downtown redevelopment. He provided a brief history of the redevelopment efforts over the past four years.
He also informed the EDC that the Village Board had placed a joint discussion with EDC on their May 13
Commitlee of the Whole agenda to discuss this matter. Chairman Kurtz questioned whether the Board
considered his suggestion to reconvene an ad hoc committee for the redevelopment efforts. Mayor Farley
stated that lie didn't feel a new ad hoc committee was necessary for this matter and that the EDC would be the
proper commission to make recommendations on the next steps for redevelopment. Mr. Kurtz stated that, if
the EDC is to be charged with this rote, it was imperative that all members make an effort to attend the May
13th Committee of the Whole meeting. Mr. Cooney stated that staff would help prepare a Power Point
presentation that the EDC could utilize to make a brief presentation to the Board at that meeting.
CHAIRxMAN'S REPORT
There was no Chairlnan's report.
ADJOURNMENT
The Commissioners agreed the next meeting would be held on June 5, 2003. The meeting was adjourned at
9:15 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
William J. Cooney, Jr., AICP
Director of Community Development
WJC:bhs
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
CHAPTERS 18, 19, 21 AND 23 OF THE
THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PRO~P~E'~'i'
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OFTRUSTEES OFTHE
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY', ILEINOISi
SECTION '1: Section 18.1312, entitled "Truck Loading and Parking in
Residence Districts" of Chapter 18 of the Village Code of Mount Prospect shall be
deleted in its entirety and a new Section 18.1312, entitled "Truck, Trailer and Bus
Loading and Parking" shall be inserted in its stead which shall be and read as follows:
Sec. 18.'13'i2. TRUCK, TRAILER AND BUS LOADING AND
PARKING
A. Residential District. No person shall stand or park any truck, any
tractor of any kind, semi-trailer or bus on any street in any residence
district within the Village for a longer period than is necessary for the
expeditious loading or unloading.
B. Certain Other Districts. No person shall stand or park any truck,
any tractor of any kind, semi-trailer or bus in any private parking area,
except hotels or motels, in any Business, Office, Conservation Recreation
or Office Research District in the Village except for the expeditious loading
or unloading of such vehicle. Under no circumstances shall such standing
or parking be for longer than two hours.
SECTION 2: Subparagraphs A(1)(b) and (c) to Section 19.204 entitled
"Accumulation of Garbage" to Chapter 19 of the Village Code of the Village of Mount
Prospect shall be amended by deleting subparagraphs A(1)(b) and (c) (along with all
subparagraphs under (c)) inthejr 9ntirety and inserting in lieu thereof the following new
subparagraphs (b) and (c) to read as follows:
b. If, after lapse of the aforesaid forty eight (48) hour period, such owner
or occupant of such property refuses or neglects to remove such garbage
and/or debris to be removed from the said property and shall cause
collection from such owner or occupant the cost of such removal which
shall be paid over to the Treasurer of the Village.
c. If, upon receipt of such invoice, such owner or occupant refuses or
neglects to pay the cost for such removal, the Coordinator, on behalf of
the Village, or the person performing the service by authority of the
Village, in his or its own name, shall file a notice of lien within one year
after such cost and expense is incurred, which notice of lien shall be filed
in the office of the Cook County Recorder of Deeds, or in the office of the
Cook County Registrar of Titles where the real estate affected is
registered under the Torrens system.
(1) Upon payment of the cost and expense by the owner
of or persons interested in such property after notice of lien
has been filed, the lien shall be released by the Village or
person, in whose name the lien had been filed and the
release may be field of record as in the case of filing notice
of lien.
(2) The lien may be enforced by proceedings to foreclose
as in case of mortgages or mechanics' liens.
SECTION 3: Sections 19.602, entitled "Incorporation of Public Swimming Pool
Rules and Regulations" and Section 19.603 entitled "Amendments, Deletions and
Modifications" of Chapter 19 of the Village Code of Mount Prospect shall be deleted in
their entirety and new Section 19.602 and 19.603 shall be inserted in their stead which
shall be and read as follows:
19.602:
INCORPORATION OF PUBLIC SWIMMING POOL RULES AND
REGULATIONS.
For the purpose of establishing sanitation rules and regulations for the
operation of public swimming pools, there is hereby adopted the 2001 Edition
of the Rules and Regulations Pertaining to the Minimum Sanitary
Requirements for the Design and Operation of Swimming Pools and Bathing
Beaches promulgated by the State of Illinois Department of Public Health,
together with all appendices thereto, and all subsequent editions or
amendments except such portions thereof as are amended, deleted or
modified as set forth in Section 19.603 of this Article.
19.603: AMENDMENTS, DELETIONS AND MODIFICATIONS:
The following provisions of the Rules and Regulations Pertaining to the
Minimum Sanitary Requirements for the Design and Operation of Swimming
Pools and Bathing Beaches (hereinafter referred to in this Section as
"Sanitary Regulations") are hereby amended, deleted or modified.
A. SECTION 820.10 Add the following definitions
SECTION 820.10 DEFINITIONS
APPLICANT: Any person making application for a permit or license.
DEPARTMENT: The Village of Mount Prospect Community Development
Department.
DIRECTOR: The Director of the Community Development Department.
LICENSEE: Any individual having a license under this Regulation, any member of a
firm, partnership or association to which a license is issued under this Regulation,
and any corporation having a license under this Regulation.
PERSON: Any individual, association, trust, corporation, or person doing business
under an assumed name.
REVOCATION: To declare invalid, for an indefinite period of time, a permit or
license issued to the applicant or licensee by the Department.
SUSPENSION: To declare invalid a permit or license issued to the applicant or
licensee by the Department, for a temporary period of time with an expectation of
resumption.
SWIMMING POOL MANAGER/OPERATOR: The person responsible for the actual
daily operation, or for the supervision of the operation, of a swimming pool.
B. SECTION 820.100 of the Sanitary Regulations is hereby deleted in its entirety
and a new SECTION 820.100 substituted therefore, which said new Section shall
hereafter be and read as follows:
SECTION 820.100 PERMITS
1. After August 1, 1982, it shall be unlawful for any person to open, establish,
maintain or operate a public swimming pool within the Village without first
obtaining a license therefore from the Department. Such license shall expire
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one year from date of issuance. Applications for original licenses shall be
made on forms furnished by the Department. Each application to the
Department shall be signed by the applicant. Each application shall contain:
The name and address of the applicant, or names and addresses of the
partners if the applicant is a partnership, or the name and address of the
officers if the applicant is a corporation, or the names and addresses of all
persons having an interest therein if the applicant is a group of individuals,
association or trust; and the location of the public swimming pool. A license
shall be valid only in the hands of the person to whom it is issued and shall
not be the subject of sale, assignment or other transfer, voluntary or
involuntary, nor shall the license be valid for any premises other than those
for which originally issued. Upon receipt of an application for an original
license, the Department shall inspect such public swimming pool to insure
compliance with this Regulation. No license shall be issued herein with
respect to the construction, development or installation of a public swimming
pool unless the applicant has first obtained a State permit therefore, as
required by chapter 111 1/2, sections 1201-1227, Illinois Revised Statutes.
The fee to be paid by an applicant for a license is seventy five dollars
($75.00). Thirty (30) days before expiration of the license, application for
renewal of the license shall be made in writing by the holder of the license,
on forms furnished by the Department, and shall be accompanied by a fee of
seventy five dollars ($75.00). The license application shall contain any
change in the information submitted since the original license was issued or
the latest renewal granted. If, after inspection, the Department is satisfied
that the public swimming pool is in substantial compliance with the provisions
of this Regulation, the Department shall issue the renewal license.
If the Department finds that the facilities of any public swimming pool for
which a license is sought are not in compliance with the provisions of this
Regulation but may operate without undue prejudice to the public, the
Department may issue a conditional or temporary license setting forth the
conditions on which the license is issued, the manner in which the public
swimming pool fails to comply with the Regulations, and shall set forth the
time within which the applicant must make any changes or corrections
necessary to fully comply with this Regulation.
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Subject to constitutional limitations, the Department, by its representatives
after proper identification, is authorized and shall have the power to enter at
reasonable times upon private or public property for the purpose of
inspecting and investigating conditions relating to the enforcement of this
Regulation. Written notice of all violations shall be given to the owners,
operators and licensees of public swimming pools.
5. It shall be the duty of the owners, operators and licensees of public
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swimming poops to give the Department and its authorized agents free
access to such premises at all reasonable times for the purpose of
inspection.
Licensees shall cause to be submitted water samples and such operational
and analytical data and records as may be required by the Department to
determine the sanitary and safety conditions of the public swimming pooP.
Whenever the Department determines that there are reasonable grounds to
believe that there has been violation of any provision of this Regulation, the
Department shall give notice of such alleged violation to the person to whom
the license was issued as herein provided. Such notice shall:
a. Be in writing;
b. Include a statement of the reasons for the issuance of the notice;
Allow reasonable time, as determined by the Department, for the
performance of any act it requires;
Be served upon the owner, operator or licensee as the case may
require; provided that such notice or order shall be deemed to have
been properly served upon such owner, operator or licensee when a
copy thereof has been sent by registered or certified mail to his last
known address as furnished to the Department; orwhen he has been
served with such notice by any other method authorized by the laws
of this State.
Contain an outline of remedial action, which, if taken, will be required
to effect compliance with the provisions of this Regulation.
The Department shall, in any proceeding to suspend, revoke or refuse to
issue a license or permit, first serve or cause to be served upon the applicant
or licensee a written notice specifying the way or ways in which such
applicant or licensee has failed to comply with this Regulation. In the case of
a revocation or suspension, this notice shall require the licensee to remove
or abate such violation, unsanitary or objectionable condition specified in
such notice within five (5) days or within a longer period of time as may be
allowed by the Department; if the licensee fails to comply with the terms and
conditions of the notice within such specified time or such extended period of
time, the Department may revoke or suspend such license or permit. If an
applicant fails to comply with the Regulation, rules or regulations or
standards promulgated thereunder, the DePartment may refuse to issue a
license.
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12.
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14.
The Department shall give written notice by certified or registered mail to any
person refused a license or whose license is suspended or revoked; such
person has a right to a hearing before the Department; however, a written
notice of a request for such a hearing shall be served on the Department
within ten (10) days of notice of such refusal of a license or suspension or
revocation thereof. The hearing shall be conducted by the Director or a
hearing officer designated in writing by the Director to conduct the hearing. A
stenographic record shall be made of the hearing and the cost borne by the
Department; however, a transcription of the hearing will be made only if a
party requests and shall be transcribed at the cost of such party.
The hearing shall be conducted at such place as designated by the
Department. The Director shall give written notice of the time and place of
hearing, by registered or certified mail, to the owner, operator, licensee or
applicant as the case may be, at least twenty (20) days before such hearing.
The Director or hearing officer shall permit the owner, operator, licensee or
applicant to appear in person orto be represented by counsel at the hearing
at which time such party shall be afforded an opportunity to present all
relevant matter in support of his application for license or in resisting the
revocation or suspension thereof.
The Director or hearing officer may compel by subpoena or subpoena duces
tecum the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of
books and papers and administer oaths to witnesses. All subpoenas issued
by the Director may be served as provided for in a civil action. The fees of
witnesses for attendance and travel shall be the same as the fees for
witnesses before the circuit court and shall be paid by the party to such
proceeding at whose request the subpoena is issued, if such subpoena is
issued at the request of the Department, the witness fee shall be paid as an
administrative expense.
In cases of refusal of a witness to attend or testify or to produce books or
papers concerning any matter upon which he might be lawfully examined, the
circuit court of the county, or a judge thereof, upon application of any party to
the proceeding, may compel obedience by proceeding as for contempt.
In the event of the inability of any party or the Department to procure the
attendance of witnesses to give testimony or produce books and papers,
such party or the Department may take the deposition of witnesses in
accordance with the laws of this State. All testimony taken at a hearing shall
be reduced to writing, and all such testimony and other evidence introduced
at the hearing shall be a part of the record of the hearing.
The Director shall make findings of fact in such hearing, and the Director
shall render his decision within thirty (30) days after the termination of the
15.
16.
hearing, unless additional time is required by him for a proper disposition of
the matter. It shall be the duty of the Director to forward a copy of his
decision by registered or certified mail to the owner, operator, licensee or
applicant within five (5) days of rendition of such decision. Technical errors in
the proceeding before the Director or the failure to observe the technical
rules of evidence shall not be grounds for the reversal of any administrative
decision unless it appears to the court that such error or failure materially
affects the rights of any party and results in substantial injustice to him.
The Department is not required to certify any record or file any answer or
otherwise appear in any proceeding for judicial review unless the party filing
the complaint deposits with the clerk of the court the sum of one dollar
($1.00) per page representing costs of such certification. Failure on the part
of the plaintiff to make such deposit shall be grounds for dismissal of the
action.
Whenever the Department finds any of the conditions hereinafter set forth it
shall, by written notice, immediately order the owner, operator or licensee to
close the public swimming pool and to prohibit any person from using such
facilities:
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If conditions at a public swimming pool and appurtenances, including
bathhouse facilities, upon inspection and investigation by a
representative of the Department, create an immediate danger to
health or safety; or
When the Department, upon review of results of bacteriological
analyses of water samples collected from a public swimming pool,
finds that such water does not conform to the bacteriological
standards promulgated by the Department for proper swimming water
quality; or
When the Department finds by observation or test for water clarity of
the public swimming pool a higher turbidity level than permitted in the
standards for physical quality as promulgated by the Department; or
When in such cases as it is required, the presence of a satisfactory
disinfectant residual, prescribed by rule as promulgated by the
Department, is absent.
Then notice shall state the reasons prompting the closing of the facilities and
a copy of the notice must be posted conspicuously at the swimming pool by
the owner, operator or licensee:
17.
Any owner, operator or licensee affected by such an order is entitled, upon
written request to the Department, to a hearing as provided in this
Regulation.
18.
When such conditions are abated or when the results of analyses of water
samples collected from the public swimming pool, in the opinion of the
Department, comply with the Departments' bacteriological standards for
acceptable water quality, or when the turbidity decreases to the permissible
limit, or when the disinfectant residual reaches a satisfactory level as
prescribed by rule, the Department may authorize reopening the swimming
pool.
19.
Any person, firm or corporation convicted of a violation of any of the
provisions of this Regulation shall be punished by a fine of not less than one
hundred dollars ($100.00) nor more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00)
for each offense. A separate offense shall be deemed to have been
committed for each day a violation occurs or continues.
20. If any part of this Regulation is adjudged invalid, such adjudication shall not
affect the validity of the Regulation as a whole or of any other part.
21.
All fees shall be submitted in the form of a check or money order. All licenses
and permits provided for in this Regulation shall be displayed in a
conspicuous place for public view, within or on such premises. In case of
revocation or suspension, the owner or operator or both shall cause the
license to be removed and to post the notice of revocation or suspension
issued by the Department.
C. SECTION 820.140 of the Sanitary Regulations is hereby deleted in its
entirety.
D. SECTION 820.150 of the Sanitary Regulations is hereby deleted in its
entirety.
SECTION 4: Section 21.501, entitled "Definitions of Words and Phrases" of
Article V of Chapter 21 of the Village Code of Mount Prospect shall be amended by adding
a new definition to be inserted in alphabetical order and shall be and read as follows:
NEW CONSTRUCTION: An existing structure shall be considered as new
construction and shall meet all of the provisions of this Code and all other
adopted codes and standards for new construction when either of the
following conditions exist:
Ao
The lineal feet measurement of demolished exterior walls is greater
than 50% of the total lineal feet of the existing exterior walls
(perimeter of the existing walls). For the purpose of this definition a
wall is considered to be demolished when, in the opinion of the Village
Engineer, the structural integrity of the wall has been Compromised
(no longer capable of supporting the structure) or when 2 or more
components of the wall are removed; or
The square footage of the structure is increased by 150% of the
existing structure's square footage. In single-family homes and town
homes the habitable square footage shall be used as a basis for
determining the percentage of square footage increase.
SECTION 5: Section 21.603, entitled "BOCA Property Maintenance Code
Adopted; Amendments" of Chapter 21 of the Village Code of Mount Prospect shall be
deleted in its entirety and a new Section 21.603, entitled "International Property
Maintenance Code Adopted; Amendments" shall be inserted in its stead which shall be and
read as follows:
21.603:
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE 'CODE ADOPTED;
AMENDMENTS,
For the purpose of establishing rules and regulations governing property
maintenance, there is hereby adopted the 2000 Edition of the International Property
Maintenance Code together with all appendices, except such portions as are
hereinafter expressly deleted, amended or modified:
Chapter 8 - Referenced Standard - Amend by deleting "International Plumbing
Code" and substituting therefore "Illinois Plumbing Code".
102.4 - Delete "International Plumbing Code" and substituting therefore "Illinois
Plumbing Code".
106.1 - Add the following sentence: "In any instance where the Association is
responsible for the repair and maintenance of a property they may be cited for a
violation of this Code. Upon providing proof that they are not responsible, they may
be dismissed as the defendant."
107.5. Enforcement procedure. Delete in its entirety and replace with the following:
107.5 Transfer of Ownership. It shall be unlawful for the owner of any dwelling unit
or structure who has received a compliance order or upon whom a notice of
violation has been served to sell, transfer, mortgage, lease or otherwise dispose of
to another until the provisions of the compliance order or notice of violation have
been complied with.
109.6 Hearing - Delete in its entirety and substitute with the following:
109.6 Hearing - Any person ordered to take emergency measures shall comply with
such order forthwith. Any affected person shall thereafter, upon petition directed to
the Village Manager be afforded a hearing as described in this Code.
111.1 Petition - Replace the word "board" with "Village Manager".
111.2 through 111.8 - Delete in their entirety.
302.3 Sidewalks and driveways - Delete 302.3 in its entirety and replace with the
following:
302.3 Sidewalks and driveways: All sidewalks, walkways, stairs, driveways, parking
spaces, parking space striping, curb stops and similar areas shall be kept in a
proper state of repair, and maintained structurally free of hazardous conditions.
302.4. Weeds- Delete the height of "10 inches" and replace with "8 inches".
302.10 Dead Trees - Create a new section as follows:
302.10 Dead Trees - No dead trees shall be allowed to remain on real estate within
the Village for more than three (3) months.
303.1 General - Add the following sentence: "Whenever repair, replacement or
maintenance of exterior surfaces is required to complywith this section, such repair,
replacement or maintenance shall be undertaken so as to match, conform and be
consistent with the existing exterior and shall comply with all applicable provisions of
the Village Code of Mount Prospect."
303.14 Insect screens - Insert the following dates where required: "April 15 to
October 15".
303.13.3 - Create a new section as follows:
"303.13.3 Window Locks. Every window and sliding door within twenty feet (20') of
the ground, or ten feet (10') of an adjacent roof, exterior stairway, fire escape,
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porch, or some other means of access, requires a window lock. In addition, if the
window slides up/down to open/close (sash window), it is to be equipped with a
device which will allow the window to be opened at least four inches (4") and no
more than six inches (6") when the lock is activated. These window latch devices
are Iow cost mechanisms available at hardware stores. Storm window and screen
window latches are not acceptable."
303.15.1 - Create a new section as follows:
"303.15.1 Door Security ~ Unless there is a 24-hour doorman, all apartment building
entrance doors (front, rear, side, garage) must automatically lock with a deadlocking
latch when they close. A key (or electric door buzzer) is required to open them from
the outside, and a knob, handle or panic bar from the inside. In the case of the front
door if there is a lobby, either the inner or outer foyer door must meet the
requirement."
306.4 - Add the following sentence as the final sentence:
"When the occupant does not exterminate, the owner shall exterminate."
602.2 Residential occupancies - Delete the words "... 65 degrees Fahrenheit" and
replace with "¥68 degrees Fahrenheit"; and insert the following dates where
required: "September 15 to June 1".
605.4 - Add an entirely new section as follows:
"605.4. Intercom system. Intercom systems installed as a part of the original
construction or added at a later date shall be maintained in good working condition.
The removal of such a device, item or fixture is prohibited and does not constitute
repair or maintenance."
606.1. General- Delete in its entirety
SECTION 6: Paragraph B to Section 23.1401.1, entitled "Weeds" of Chapter 23 of
the Village Code of Mount Prospect shall be deleted in its entirety and a new paragraph B
to Section 23.1401.1, entitled "Weeds" shall be inserted in its stead which shall be and
read as follows:
Lien Against Property: If weeds, referred to in this Article, are cut by the
Village or by someone directed to cut them on behalf of the Village, a notice
of lien of the cost and expense thereof incurred by the Village shall be
recorded in the following manner: The Village or the person 2erforming the
service by authority of the Village, in its or his own name, may file notice of
lien in the office of the Recorder of Deeds in the county in which such real
estate is located, or in the office of the Registrar of Titles of such county, if
the real estate affected is registered under the Torrens System. The notice of
lien shall consist of a sworn statement setting out:
1. A description of the real estate sufficient for identification thereof;
2. The amount of money representing the cost and expense incurred or
payable for the service; and
3. The date or dates when the cost and expense was incurred by the
Village.
Such notice shall be filed within one year after the cost and expense is
incurred.
SECTION 7: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
PASSED and APPROVED this __ day of ., 2003.
ATTEST:
Gerald L. Farley, Village President
Velma W. Lowe, Village Clerk
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Mount Prospect Public Works Department
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO:
VILLAGE MANAGER MICHAEL E. JANONIS
FROM:
PROJECT ENGINEER
DATE: JUNE 12, 2003
SUBJECT:
JUNE SAFETY COMMISSION MEETING
TRAFFIC AROUND ROBERT FROST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The Safety Commission transmits their recommendation for action by the Village Board of Trustees to
approve installation of a Stop sign on westbound Eva Lane at Cypress Drive.
Two members of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) along with the school's principal met with
representatives of the Engineering Staff and Police Department on March 14, 2003 to discuss various
traf£ic-related issues around Robert Frost Elementary School located at 1308 Cypress Drive near the
south end of town. Staff agreed to monitor the traffic during drop-off and pick-up times and provide
recommendations to the school and Safety Commission.
Staff observed the traffic patterns during a two-~veek period in May and also performed a traffic study at
the intersection of Cypress Drive and Eva Lane. Results of the traffic study show there has been one
accident at the intersection over the past five years. Also, there are approximately 700 vehicles per day
(500 on Cypress Drive and 200 on Eva Lane) that enter the intersection. Average recorded speeds along
both streets are below the 30mph speed limit. Also, there is a large bush at the northeast comer of the
intersection that may make it difficult for westbound motorists on Eva Lane to see southbound vehicles
on Cypress Drive. Finally, Staff sent out 10 surveys to residents who live ~vithin 200' of the intersection
per the Notification Policy. 2 surveys were returned and favored Stop signs to improve traffic safety.
Based on our observations, Staff made the following recommendations to the Safety Commission:
Village ResponsibiliW
· From the volume data, speed data and accident history information that was gathered for the
intersection of Cypress Drive and Eva Lane, 4-way stop signs are not warranted. However, since the
school driveway (west leg of intersection) is stop controlled, a stop sign on Eva Lane would help to
clarify the right-of-way (north-south direction).
The Police Department should periodically monitor the school to enforce the parking restrictions on
Frost Drive. This wilt help to improve traffic flow along the street and pedestrian safety. Also, the
Police would be able to watch for motorists who proceed along Cypress Drive past the buses when
the flashing red lights are activated during loading and unloading.
June Safety Commission
June 12, 2003
Trimming of the bush at 10 I4 Eva Lane to a maximum height of 3' or removal of the bush would
improve the sight distance for motorists on Eva Lane at Cypress Drive. A letter will be sent to the
homeowner requesting that this be done since the bush is outside the Village regulated sight triangIe.
School ResponsibiliW
Installing crosswalks across both school driveways may assist in cautioning motorists of pedestrians
crossing the driveways.
· Having an adult (parent or teacher) and student safety patrol to assist students crossing the street at
the crosswalks adjacent to the school would improve pedestrian safety.
Many motorists are using the north driveway as both an entrance and exit even though it is striped
and signed as an entrance only. Staff has no objection to making this a full access driveway,
however, should the school wish to have the driveway remain an entrance only then the school
should consider options to make motorists oblige.
It appears that the school parking lot and surrounding neighborhood streets can adequately and safely
handle the needs for short term parking, long term parking and parent drop-off and pick-up space.
The one area that appears to cause the greatest concern is the current location of the bus lane. First,
it can be difficult for pedestrians on the west side of Cypress Drive at Eva Lane to cross the street
since the buses block the vie~v of northbound vehicles. Second, the buses hinder the flow of traffic
along Cypress Drive during the period when the red lights are flashing. Third, the buses take up
prime drop-off and pick-up space in front of the school. Repeatedly, students were observed being
picked-up or dropped-off on the east side of Cypress Dr/ye and crossing the street at a non-crosswalk
location. It is Staff's recommendation that the school consider creating a bus Iane or turn-around
area on their property to address these issues. Staff does not recommend moving the bus lane to
another street such as Frost Drive. Similar issues such as impeded traffic flow and occupying drop-
off/pick-up space would still be of concern if the bus lane were simply moved to another street.
This issue was discussed at the June 9, 2003 Safety Commission Meeting. There was no one present to
speak on the issue. However, Staff had met xvith the school principal and the two PTO members on
Thursday, June 5~h to discuss Staff's observations and recommendations. The school was receptive to the
recommendations and will consider implementing them in the upcoming school year.
By a vote of 7-0, the Safety Commission approved the recommendations from Staff
as summarized below:
Village Responsibility
Install a stop sign on Eva Lane (westbound) at Cypress Drive.
Periodic Police presence to enforce existing traffic laws.
Send letter to address sight obstruction at Eva Lane and Cypress Drive.
School Responsibility
Install crosswalks at the school's driveways.
Provide crossing guards/safety patrol at key crosswalks adjacent to the school.
Clarify correct direction of traffic at school driveways.
Relocate the bus drop-off/pickoup area onto school property.
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The only action necessary by the Village Board of Trustees is consideration of the
recommendation to install a Stop sign on westbound Eva Lane at Cypress Drive
(Section 18.2004A of the Village Code).
Please include this item on the June 17th Village Board Meeting Agenda. Enclosed are the Safety
Commission Minutes from the meeting as well as a location map for your reference.
cc: Deputy Village Clerk Klm Dewis
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Matthew P. Lawrie
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OepuW Director
Sean ~ D0rsey
Vigage Engineer
Jeffrey A Wulbecker
Sogd Waste Coordinator
M Lisa Angell
Phone 847/870-5640
Roderck; O'Oonovan
Mount Prospect Public Works Department
1700 w. Cenceal Road, MoumC ProspeoC, Illimois
Fax 847/253-~)377
Streets/Buirdings Superintendent
Paul C. Bares
Forestry/Grounds Superintendent
Sandra M Clark
Vehicle/Equipment Superintendert
JsmesE Guenther
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MINUTES OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT
SAFETY COMMISSION
DRAFT
CAI L TO ORD[[R_
Thc Regular Meeting of the Mount Prospect Safety Comn-dssion was called to order at 7:05 p.m.
on Monday, June 9, 2003.
ROI.L CALL
Present upon roll call:
Chuck Bencic
John Keane
Joan Bjork
Carol Tortorello
Jim Edwards
Buz Livingston
Jeff' Wulbecker
Matt Lawrie
Absent: None
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Commissioner
Commissioner
Police Department
Fire Department
Public Works
Public Works/Engineering Division
Others in Attendance: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Keane, seconded by' Commissioner Tortorello, moved to approve the minutes of
the regular meeting of the Safety Commission held on March 10, 2003. The minutes were
approved by a vote of %0.
CFI'IZENS TO BE HEARD
No citizens came forth to discuss an)' topics that were not on the cun'ent agenda.
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NEW BbSI ,ESS
A) TRAFFIC AROUND ROBERT FROST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
1 ) Background Information
Sandy Kowalski, 1013 Eva Lane and Heidi Heimann, 1414 Circle Drive, are members of tine
school's Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). They, along with the school's principal, met with
representatives of the Engineering Staff' and Police Department on March I4, 2003 to discuss
xarious traffic-related issues around Robert Frost Elementary School. Staff agq-eed to monitor the
traffic during drop-off and pick-up times and provide recommendations. Those in attendance at
the meeting as well as residents who live near the intersection of Cypress Drive and Eva Lane
x~ere intbrmed that this issue would be discussed at 7:00 p.m., on Monday, June 9, 2003. at the
Public Works Building.
Robert Frost Elementary School is located between Golf Road and Dempster Street and between
Busse Road and Linneman Road. The school provides learning i:br levels kindergarten through
grade 5 and has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
The streets near the school including Cypress Drive, Eva Lane, Frost Drive and Circle Drive are
28' ~vide (back-of-curb to back-of-curb). A bus lane exists along the west side of Cypress Drive
between Eva Lane and Frost Drive. At this location, the street is 37' wide (back-of-curb to back-
of-cul'b).
There are two primary entrance/exit points at the school. Those students who ride the bus
pl'imarily use the main doors on Cypress Drive. Most of the students who walk to and fi'om
school use the doors on Frost Drive.
In 1997, the Village passed various parking restrictions and one-way street desig-na~ions during
school hours. Frost Drive has no parking on the south side of the street during school hours and
Frost Drive is one-way westbound and Circle Drive is one-way southbound fi'om 8:30-9:30am
and 3:00-4:00pm school days.
There are three street crossing points in front of the school. They are across Cypress Drive at
Eva Lane, across Frost Drive at Cypress Drive and across Frost Drive at Circle Drive. Each of
these locations have painted crosswalks and appropriate sig-nage. However, there are no crossing
guards at the school.
The school parking lot contains 55 standard spaces and 3 handicap spaces. There are two
driveways to the lot. The north driveway is inbound only and the south driveway is outbound
only.
2)
'l'hcre are a total of three b~ses that load and unload in the buts lane on Cypress Drive. in tine
morning, all three buses arrive and depart between 8:50am and 9:00am. In the afternoon, school
~s dismissed at 3:30pm. All three buses depart by 3:40pm.
In early 2003, the Police Department requested that the intersection of Cypress Drive and Eva
Lane be studied to determine if any' traffic control devices (stop or yield signs) should be
installed. Currently only the exit driveway at the school is stop controlled (west leg of
intersection). Staff included this request as part of our overall study.
Staff Study
Traffic Volume --- Traffic counters were set out at 2 locations from May 5~ - 8~h to gather volume
data in order to analyze traffic entering the intersection of Cypress Drive and Eva Lane.
Street Direction Daily Volume
Cypress Drive Northbound 280
Cypress Drive Southbound 210
Eva I.ane Westbound 190
Vehicle speed - Traffic counters were set out at 2 locations from May 5~' - 8'h to gather speed
ktata in order to analyze traffic entering the intersection of Cypress Drive and Eva Lane. Tine
speed limit on both streets is 30mph.
Street Direction
Cypress Drive Northbound
Cypress Drive Southbound
Eva Lane Westbound
Averate speed (mph) 85TM % Speed (mph)
I9 27
22 28
23 28
Acc{dent history - Staff contacted the Police Department and requested copies of all accident
reports over the past five years for the intersection of Cypress Drive and Eva Lane. Below is a
summary of the number of accidents.
1998 1999
(Ma~?)
~ of accidents 0 0
2000 2001 2002 2003
(May)
0 I 0 0
Sight obstructions- A tall bush exists at the northeast comer of the intersection that could hinder
the view of pedestrians or vehicles southbound on Cypress Drive by motorists on Eva Lane. This
bush is on private property at 1014 Eva Lane.
Survey - 10 surveys were sent to each of the homes within 200' of the intersection. Of the 10
surveys distributed, 2 were completed and sent back to the Village. Both surveys supported Stop
signs as a way to improve safety around the school.
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In addition to gathering information such as taking measurements, obtaining volume and speed
data, and reviewing accident data, Staff also spent tn'ne observing the traffic, ttighlighted below
:21'C sotnae of our observations.
There were no crossing guards or teacher/parent supervision during drop-off and pick-up
times at the crosswalks surrounding the school. Approximately $-10 students were observed
crossing the street at each of the three crosswalks adjacent to the school. Students made the
decision to cross the street when it was safe to do so.
Adults were present at the buses during loading and unloading. Also, the flashing red lights
were turned on during this time. Only one time was it observed a vehicle disobeying the red
lights and continuing on Cypress Drive pass the buses. At other times, vehicles either waited
or chose another route using either Frost Drive or Eva Lane.
In the morning, multiple locations were used for drop-off. Some parents chose to use the
kiss 'n drop in the parking lot. Others chose the north side of Frost Drive. Most chose to use
the buts lane when a bus was not present or park directly on the crosswalk on the west side of
C.xpress Drive. Some parents dropped their child off on the east side of Cypress Drive and
allowed them to cross the street away fi-om the crosswalk.
In the afternoon, the north side of Frost Drive was a capacity (9 vehicles) with parents
waiting to pick up their child. Consistently, a few vehicles were observed to be parking
illegally such as on the south side of the street and within the intersection of Frost Drive and
Circle Drive. Only a few other vehicles were observed to be waiting near the school at the
pick~up time. Locations included the east side of Cypress Drive, Eva Lane and within the
parking lot.
Many parents and teachers were observed using the north driveway (entrance only) on
Cypress Drive as an exit in the afternoon. Most vehicles would turn left and head north on
Cypress Drive.
· There are currently no crosswalks across the school drivexvays.
Recommendations
Stop/Yield Signs - Based on the volume data, speed data and accident history at the intersection
of Cypress Drive and Eva Lane, 4-way stop signs are not warranted, However, since the school
driveway (west leg of intersection) is stop controlled, a stop sign on Eva Lane would help to
clariI~y the right-of-way (north-south direction).
Crosswalks - Installing crosswalks across both school driveways may assist in cautioning
motorists of pedestrians crossing the street. The crosswalks across the driveways would be
school's responsibility.
Crossing Guards - Having an adult (parent or teacher) to assist students crossing the street at the
crosswalks adjacent to the school would improve pedestrian safety. This would be the school's
responsibility.
Police Presence -The Police Department should periodically momtor the school to enforce thc
parl<ing restrictions on Frost Drive. This xxill help to improve traffic flow along the street and
pedestrian safety. Also, the Police would be able to watch for motorists ,,,,'ho proceed along
Cypress Drive past the buses when the flashing red lights are activated during loading and
Lmloading.
Sclnool Driveway - Many motorists are using the north driveway as both an entrance and exit
even though it is striped and signed as an entrance only. Staff has no objection to making this a
Cull access driveway, however, should the school wish to have the driveway remain an entrance
only then the school should consider options to make motorists oblige.
Eliminate Sight Obstruction - Trimming of the bush at 1014 Eva Lane to a maximum height of
3' or removal of the bush would improve the sight distance for motorists on Eva Lane at Cypress
Drive. It would be Staff's recommendation to send a letter to the homeowner requesting that this
be done.
Bus Lane - Based on our observations, it appears that the school parking lot and suwounding
neighborhood streets can adequately and safely handle tlne needs for short term parking, long
tet'm parking and parent drop-off and pick-up space. The one area that appears to cause the
greatest concenn is the cun-ent location of the bus lane. First, it can be difficult for pedestrians on
tine west side of Cypress Drive at Eva Lane to cross the street since the buses block the view of
norflnbound vehicles. Second, the buses hinder the flow of traffic along Cypress Drive during the
period when tine red lights are flashing. Third, the buses take up prime drop-off and pick-up
space in fl'ont of the school. Repeatedly, students were observed being picked-up or dropped-off
on fine east side of Cypress Drive and crossing the street at a non-crosswalk location.
It is Staff's recommendation that the school consider creating a bus J. ane or turn-around area on
their property to address these issues. Modifications to the current lot, however, may eliminate
some parking spaces and the kiss 'n drop area. Staff does not recommend moving the bus lane to
another street such as Frost Drive. Similar issues such as impeded traffic flow and occupying
drop-ofgpick-up space would still be of concern if the bus lane were simply moved to another
street. Also, it would be recommended that the school encourage parents to drop-off and pick-up
tlneir child on the side of the street adjacent to the school or instruct the students to use fine
crosswalks.
In summary, the Village Traffic Engineer recomlnends:
· Install a stop sign on Eva Lane (westbound) at Cypress Drive.
· Install crosswalks at the school's driveways.
· Provide crossing guards at key crosswalks adjacent to the school.
· Periodic Police presence to enforce existing laws.
· Clarify correct direction of traffic at school driveways.
· Eliminate sight obstruction at Eva Lane and Cypress Drive.
· Relocate the bus drop-offfpick-up area onto school property.
Discussion
Traffic Engineer Lawrie provided an overview of the report to the Commission. He also
mentioned ti'mt he met xxith the school principal and two PTO members on Thursday, June 5m to
disc:~ss Staff's observations and recommendations. The school was receptive to the
recommendations and will consider them in the Fail.
Chairman Bencic opened up the discussion to the commission members.
Commissioner Tortorello brought up the issue of possible bus turn-around locations on school
property rather than using the bus lane on Cypress Drive. Traffic Engineer Lawrie said that
Staff's first recommendation to the school to consider is modifying the parking lot to create a bus
lane. Constructing a new bus turn-around location would be another option but has some
drawbacks such as cost. Commissioner Tortorello pointed out that a bus turn-around location in
fl'ont of the school would affect their detention basin.
There was some additional discussion regarding a possible bus lane in the parking lot. A couple
of commission members questioned whether the buses would be able to maneuver in the lot and
xxhether there was enough space to line-up and safely load and unload the students. Traffic
Engineer Lawrie mentioned that these questions would have to be addressed by the school as part
of their evaluation of this recommendation.
Chairman Bencic supported the idea of moving the school buses onto school property. He
noticed, that while watching traffic earlier that morning, garbage trucks and delivery, trucks are in
the parking lot during the drop-off time. If the school decided to create a bus lane in the lot,
some coordination on the school's part would have to be made so that these trucks an'ive at a
di rYerent time.
Chairman Bencic asked if many parents were dropping-off their children on Cypress Drive at
Frost Drive and, if so, should a crosswalk be installed across Cypress Drive at this location,
Traffic Engineer Lawrie responded that typically parents were dropping-off their children
midway between Frost Drive and Eva Lane directly in front of the school. He didn!t believe a
crosswalk at this location would be used and would rather see the parents use the school side of
the street to drop-off their children.
Chairman Bencic raised a concena with installing a stop sign on Eva Lane if it is not wan-anted.
Traffic Engineer Lawrie said that Itc believes it is warranted at this location. Even though Eva
Lane ends at Cypress Drive, the school driveway creates the fourth leg of the intersection. The
school driveway already has a stop sign and adding a sign on Eva Lane would help to clarify that
Cypress Drive has the right-of-way.
Commissioner Keane asked if folded stop signs could be used at this intersection and create a 4-
~xay stop during drop-off and pick-up times. Other commission members thought this might
cause some confusion and may create some liability for the Village.
Chairman Bencic raised a potential concern with southbound motorists on Cypress Drive using
the bus lane to drop-off their children and then doing a U-turn to head back northbound. Traffic
Engineer Lawrie said that Staff would have to monitor the area and address the issue if it
becomes a problem.
as no one in the audience to speak on this issue.
Commissioner Keane, seconded by Village Engineer Wulbecker, moved to al)prove the
recommendations of the Village Traffic Engineer. Village Engineer Wulbecker asked that
the recommendations clearly indicate what is the Village's responsibility and what is the
school's responsibility.
The motion was approved by a vote of %0.
COMMISSION IS SUES
Commissioner Keane asked that Staff inspect the northwest and northeast corners of Westgate
Road and Central Road to detem~ine if the landscaping and fence are in compliance with the
sight obstruct/on ordinance.
Chairman Bencic has noticed that betxveen 8:45am and 10:00am Busse Road at Golf Road only
gcts about 12 seconds of ~,n'een time per cycle. Village Engineer Wulbecker said that IDOT
maintains this intersection and has given priority to Golf Road since it is part of Operation Green
Liglnt. Staff has, over time, received some complaints but IDOT has not changed the timing.
~at't'will again ask IDOT to review this situation.
AI).IOURNMENT
With no further business to discuss, the Safety Commission voted 7-0 to adjourn at 7:40 p.m.
upon tine motion of Commissioner Tortorello. Village Engineer Wulbecker seconded the motion.
Respectfully submitted3
Matthew P. Lawrie. P.E.
Traffic Engineer
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE XX OF CHAPTER 18 ENTITLED
'TRAFFIC CODE' OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
BE ITORDAINEDBYTHE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE
OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOISl
SECTION ONE: That Section 18.2004 of"Schedule IV - Stop and Yield Signs" of
Chapter 18 of the Village Code of Mount Prospect, as amended, is herebyfurther
amended by adding thereto in proper alphabetical sequence 'Eva Lane- westbound -
Cypress Drive" so that hereafter said Section 18.2004.A of the Village Code of Mount
Prospect shall include the following:
"Name of Street
Eva Lane
Direction of Traffic Movement
Westbound
At Intersection With
Cypress Drive."
SECTION TWO: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
PASSED and APPROVED this
day of ,2003.
ATTEST:
Gerald L. Farley
Village President
Velma W. Lowe
Village Clerk
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