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ORDINANCE NO. 5747
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24 OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF THE
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS, ADOPTING THE 2006
INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, WITH MODIFICIATIONS
Passed and approved by
the President and Board of Trustees
the 16th day of June 2009.
Published in pamphlet form
by authority of the corporate
authorities of the Village of
Mount Prospect, Illinois, the
1 ih day of June 2009.
ORDINANCE NO. 5747
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 24 OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF THE
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS, ADOPTING THE 2006
INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, WITH MODIFICATIONS
BE IT ORDAINED by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount
Prospect, Cook County, Illinois, pursuant to its home rule powers, as follows:
SECTION 1: Chapter 24, "Fire Prevention Code", of the Mount Prospect Village Code is
hereby deleted in its entirety and a new Chapter 24, "Fire Prevention Code", inserted to be and
read as follows:
Chapter 24
FIRE PREVENTION CODE
ARTICLE I
PURPOSE; ADOPTION
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.
24.102: ADOPTION OF FIRE PREVENTION CODE:
A. The International Fire Code, 2006, in its entirety and as amended 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. In addition the following Codes and Standards of the National
Fire Prevention Code (NFP A Codes and Standards), which are not referenced in the International
Fire Code, are hereby adopted:
NFPA 13, Standardfor the Installation of Automatic Sprinklers, 2007 edition
NFP A 13D, Standard for the Installation of Automatic Sprinkler Systems in One and
Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes, 2007 edition
NFP A 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection, 2007
edition
NFP A 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, 2008 edition
NFP A 37 Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and
Gas Turbines, 2002 edition.
NFP A 45 Standard on Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals, 2004 edition.
NFP A 51 Standard for the Design and Installation of Oxygen-Fuel Gas Systems for
Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, 2002 edition.
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NFPA SIB, Standardfor Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Work,
2003 edition
NFP A 72, National Fire Alarm Code, 2007 edition
NFP A 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking
Operations, 2008 edition
NFP A 90A, Standard for the Installation of Air-Conditioning and Ventilation Systems,
2002 edition
NFPA 90B Standardfor the Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning and
Ventilation Systems, 2002 edition
NFP A 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems, 2005 edition
NFP AlII, Standard on Stored Electrical Energy Emergency and Standby Power
Systems, 2005 edition
All other NFPA standards adopted by reference in Chapter 45 of the IFC
B. Appendices: The appendices of the International Fire Code, and the NFP A Codes and
standards adopted by the village of Mount Prospect are mandatory requirements, considered
as part of each standard, and not advisory information.
C. Computer Code Analysis: Performance based computer code analysis is not permitted.
D. 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 phrase shall be deleted and replaced with the phrase "chief of the Mount Prospect
fire department". The phrase "village of Mount Prospect" shall replace the phrase "name of
jurisdiction" whenever so stated.
E. Copies On File: A copy of the codes adopted herein by reference shall be on file in the
office of the village clerk.
24.103: FIRE LANESl:
A. 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 could occur at the location being considered as
requiring a fire lane. The fire official shall take into consideration the need for requiring
1 Fire lanes as enumerated in section 18.2014 of this code.
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additional fire lanes when automatic sprinklers protect the building(s).
B. 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. The distance shall be measured along normal fire department driving paths to
the most remote point of the building or structure.
C. Unless approved by the fire chief, all fire lanes shall be minimum of twenty feet (20') in
width and shall be constructed to meet the requirements of section 16.403 of this code. Split
fire lanes and fire lanes constructed of paved blocks designed for landscaping and vegetation
growth 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.
D. 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.
E. All fire lanes shall be maintained as specified by the fire official for emergency use for the
life of the building or structure.
F. 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.
G. It shall be unlawful for any person or object to block or obstruct wholly or partially any fire
lane.
H. Gates or other barriers shall not be installed on any new or existing fire lane without written
approval from the fire official. All 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 preemption signal.
24.104: KEY BOXES:
A. 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.
B. 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
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official.
C. All required keys shall be labeled as to what they serve.
D. 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.
E. 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.
G. A sufficient number of knox boxes shall be provided as deemed necessary by the fire
official.
1. 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.
2. Signage shall be provided by above each knox box serving multiple tenants. The signage
shall be one inch contrasting numbers and identify the tenant space served by each knox
box.
H. All new residential condominiums shall provide a knox box of sufficient size to
accommodated keys for each unit. The knox box shall be installed at a location approved by
the fire department.
24.105: FIRE EXTINGUISHERS:
A. Section 906.1 of the International Fire Code and the accompanying exception shall be
deleted and replaced with the following:
906.1. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in every occupancy as well as those
areas specified in International Fire code, 2006 edition and the International Building Code,
2006 edition.
EXCEPTION: Individual dwelling units in all use group-R classifications.
B. 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.
C. 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
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finished floor.
D. 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.
24.106: EXIT SIGNS:
A. Exit Signs: All existing and new buildings, rooms or spaces required to have more than one
exit or exit access and all required means of egress shall be indicated with approved signs
reading "Exit" visible from the exit access indicating the direction and way of egress. All
"exit" signs shall be located at exit doors or exit access areas, so as to be readily visible. Sign
placement shall be such that any point in the exit access shall not be more than one hundred
feet (100') (30,480 mm) from the nearest visible sign.
Exception: "Exit" signs are not required in sleeping room areas in buildings of use group 1-3.
B. Size And Color: "Exit" signs shall have letters at least six inches (6") (152 mm) high and the
minimum width of each stroke shall be three-quarters inch (3/4") (19 mm) on a white
background or in other approved distinguishable colors. The word "exit" shall have letters
having a width of not less than two inches (2 ") (51 mm) except that the letter "I" and the
minimum spacing between letters shall not be less than three-eighths inch (3/8") (10 mm).
Signs larger than the minimum size herein required shall have letter widths and spacing in
the same proportions to the height as indicated in this section. If an arrow is provided as part
of an "exit" sign, the construction shall be such that the arrow direction cannot be readily
changed. The word "exit" shall be clearly discernible when the sign illumination means is
not energized.
C. Power Source: All "exit" signs shall be illuminated at all times when the building is
occupied. To assure continued illumination for a duration of not less than one hour in case of
primary power loss, the "exit" signs shall be connected to an emergency electrical system
that complies with NFP A 70 article 700.
D. Illumination: Each sign shall be illuminated by a source providing not less than five (5) foot-
candles (53.82 lux) at the illuminated surface and shall have a contrast ratio of not less than
five-tenths (0.5).
24.107: EMERGENCY LIGHTING:
A. 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, 2006 edition, and International Fire
Code, 2006 edition. In addition, emergency lighting shall be installed in the following areas:
1. All egress corridors.
2. All 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
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panels and remote annunciator.
Exception: Individual dwelling units of all use group R occupancies.
24.108: BULK PETROLEUM PLANTS OR TERMINALS:
A. Bulk Plant Or Terminal: That portion of a property where flammable or combustible liquids,
or liquefied petroleum gas storage (2,000 gallons [7.6 M cu.] water capacity or more) are
received by tank vessel, pipelines, tank car, or tank vehicle, and are stored or blended in
bulk for the purpose of distributing such liquids by tank vessel, pipeline, tank car, tank
vehicle, portable tank, or container.
B. Tanks Prohibited: New bulk plants for flammable or combustible liquids storage are hereby
prohibited.
1. All new and existing storage tanks having a capacity in excess of five thousand (5,000)
gallons shall be equipped with an aqueous film foaming fire suppression system at the rim
top capable of providing full surface fire protection.
Exception: Listed horizontal tanks not exceed 10,000 gallons installed in accordance with
this code at approved bulk petroleum storage facilities.
2. The system shall be designed in accordance with NFP A 11 and approved by the fire
department. A sufficient supply of foam shall be kept on hand to provide correct firefighting
flows for correct length of time needed to combat a fire at the facility. There shall be a single
point for fire department connection in a location and manner approved by the fire official.
3. Appropriate fire department operating instructions shall be posted adjacent to the
connection in a manner approved by the fire official.
C. All loading operations for the dispensing of flammable and or combustible liquids shall be
protected by an approved automatic foam extinguishing system installed and maintained in
accordance with this code.
24.109: ABOVEGROUND STORAGE TANKS:
A. It shall be unlawful to construct, install or enlarge any tank, pump or piping equipment for
the storage or handling of flammable, combustible or volatile liquids without having first
obtained a permit. Application for such permits shall be made to the bureau of fire
prevention, and shall be accompanied by a drawing to scale showing the location as well as
plans showing the type and nature of installation or alteration. Manufacturer cut sheets shall
also be submitted for review.
The distinction between a flammable and combustible liquid shall be based upon the
following:
Flammable Liquid: A "flammable liquid" shall be defined as any liquid that has a closed cup
flashpoint below one hundred degrees Fahrenheit (1 OOOF) (37.80C).
Combustible Liquid: A "combustible liquid" shall be defined as any liquid that has a closed
cup flashpoint at or above one hundred degrees Fahrenheit (1000F) (37 .80C).
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1. Flammable Liquids: The commercial sale and dispensing of flammable liquids and
liquefied petroleum gases from aboveground storage tanks is hereby prohibited. The sale
and dispensing of combustible liquids shall be in accordance with NFP A 30, standard for
flammable and combustible liquids, as well as the requirements set forth in this code.
The storage and dispensing of flammable liquids in aboveground tanks for other than
commercial use and resale shall be installed as set forth in this code, and meet the
requirements of NFP A 30, standard for flammable and combustible liquids, and the
requirements of the office of the Illinois state fire marshal.
Exception: Existing petroleum bulk storage plants as defined in section 24.108 of this
article.
a. All aboveground tanks contammg flammable liquids shall be manufactured in
accordance with UL standard number 2085 "protected aboveground tanks for flammable
liquids" .
All flammable liquid storage tanks shall have a minimum fire resistance rating of two (2)
hours with factory poured concrete encasement. (Field poured concrete will not be
accepted.) An independent certification of the fire resistivity shall be provided prior to
delivery.
b. Aboveground flammable liquid storage tanks shall be provided with secondary
containment and electronically monitored leak detection.
c. Aboveground flammable liquid storage tanks shall be provided with an automatic
shutoff device capable of stopping the excess flow of liquid into the tank.
d. Physical barriers with a minimum height of thirty inches (30") and capable of resisting
a horizontal force of at least twelve thousand (12,000) pounds shall be placed around the
flammable liquid storage tank with spacing not to exceed four feet (4'). The physical
barriers shall be a minimum of a six inch (6") diameter concrete filled steel pipe set forty
two inches (42") into concrete. A physical barrier shall be placed on each comer of the
flammable liquid storage tank.
Physical barriers shall be a minimum of four feet (4') from the edge of the flammable
liquid storage tank.
An additional physical barrier consisting of a six inch (6") wide concrete curb eighteen
inches (18 ") above grade shall be constructed around the perimeter of the flammable
liquid storage tank. The curb shall be a minimum of three feet (3') from the edge of the
flammable liquid storage tank and six inches (6") from the barrier post identified above.
e. Individual flammable liquids tank capacity shall not exceed one thousand (1,000)
gallons. The total quantity of flammable liquids stored aboveground at any location shall
not exceed two thousand (2,000) gallons.
Exception: Based upon an evaluation by the fire chief, the allowable quantities of
flammable liquids may be increased. At a minimum, the evaluation will consider the
proposed location of the flammable liquid tank, liquid stored and available fire
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protection. Based on the evaluation, the fire chief may require additional fixed
suppression systems, improved access and/or hydrants in order to permit the allowable
quantities to be increased.
f. Each flammable liquid storage tank shall be a minimum of twenty feet (20') from all
building structures, property lines and public ways. A minimum of five feet (5')
separation between flammable tanks is required. Flammable liquid storage tanks shall not
be located under power lines.
g. Aboveground flammable liquid storage tanks shall not be placed between the principal
structure on a subject parcel and any public right of way or between the principal
structure on a subject parcel and any single-family residence or residentially zoned
parcel. In addition to these requirements, the setback provisions set forth in chapter 14,
"Zoning", of this code shall apply.
h. If it is physically impossible to meet the requirements of subsection Alg of this
section, the flammable liquid storage tank must be screened from view from all rights of
way, single-family residences, or single-family zoned parcels by, at a minimum, a
continuous hedge, fence, or masonry wall placed a minimum of five feet (5') from the
tank.
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2. Combustible Liquids: The storage of combustible liquids in aboveground tanks shall be
installed and maintained per NFP A 30, standard for flammable and combustible liquids, and
requirements of the office of Illinois state fire marshal unless amended otherwise in this
section.
i. Typical flammable liquid storage tank installation:
a. Tanks for the storage of combustible liquids shall be placed on a concrete pad. The
construction of the concrete pad and methods of securing the tank to the pad shall be in
accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and applicable UL listings.
b. Tanks for the storage of combustible liquids shall be screened to the height of the tank
on all sides by, at a minimum, a solid wood fence, masonry wall, gate, or a continuous
hedge.
3. Aboveground Tanks: Aboveground tanks containing liquefied petroleum gas in quantities
in excess of one hundred (100) pounds shall be prohibited.
Exception: Temporary installation approved by the fire chief.
4. New Bulk Plants Prohibited: New bulk plants for flammable or combustible liquids are
hereby prohibited.
24.110: VENTS:
A. Explosion Vents: Explosion vents shall be provided in new and existing buildings in all
areas as prescribed by the fire prevention code.
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B. Blow Out Panels: All blowout panels shall be outlined with bright yellow paint three inches
(3") wide. In addition, a warning sign stating "DANGER-EXPLOSION RELIEF PANEL"
shall be posted on the panel at intervals of one sign for every ten (10) linear feet. Letters on
the sign shall be a minimum of one and one-half inches (1 1/2") in height and one-half inch
(1/2") stroke in width. Sign is to be red in color with white letters.
C. Personnel Protection: All blowout panels shall be equipped with a restraining device to
keep the panel from blowing completely free of the building. If panels are installed on the
roof of a building, a guardrail shall be constructed around the panel and appropriate warning
sign posted on the guardrail.
D. Minimum Physical Requirement: The maximum weight of blow out panels shall be one and
five-tenths (1.5) pounds per square foot or less. Only plastic panels with a flame spread of
twenty five (25) or less are permitted. Explosion panels in walls may be insulated, as long as
they do not exceed one and five-tenths (1.5) pounds per square foot. Explosion panels on
roofs shall not be insulated to prevent the accumulation of ice and snow. Where building
heat is insufficient, additional means of heating will be required. All panels shall be
designed to relieve at the lowest possible pressure and shall not exceed thirty (30) pounds
per square foot.
E. Explosion Venting Of Process Equipment: All process equipment which warrants explosion
venting as deemed necessary by the authority having jurisdiction shall be vented in
accordance with NFP A 68 standard, guide for venting of deflagrations.
F. Smoke and Heat Vents
1. Sections 9.10.3.2.2 and 910.3.2.3 of the International Fire Code shall be deleted and the
following inserted:
Where smoke and heat vents are required to be installed in buildings, smoke and heat
vents shall be designed to operate automatically by fusible link with manual capabilities.
Where the building is protected by an automatic sprinkler system the fusible link must
have a temperature rating at least 100 degrees higher than the temperature of the installed
automatic fire sprinklers.
Smoke and heat vents shall be connected to an operation control panel to allow for
remote manual activation by fire department personal. This panel shall be installed in an
accessible location approved by the Mount Prospect Fire Department.
Operating instructions, a complete smoke and heat vent diagram for the building and
other applicable information shall be framed and mounted within three feet (3 ') of the
smoke and heat vent operational control panel.
All new and existing smoke and heat vent devices shall be labeled on the interior and
exterior to correspond to the manual annunciation zone displayed at the alarm panel. The
labels shall be clearly visible with two inch (2") contrasting numbers.
2. Exception J in Table 2306.2 of the International Fire Code shall be deleted in its entirety.
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24.111: UNIFORMED FIRE GUARDS:
A. Uniformed Fire Guard: Any person conducting, promoting, calling for or managing any
gathering in any premises shall provide the following uniformed fire guards consisting of
Mount Prospect personnel, as determined by the fire official or his duly authorized
representative:
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Exception: Events conducted in buildings protected by automatic sprinklers and fire
alarm system installed and maintained in accordance with this code.
B. Notice Given: It shall be the duty of any person conducting, promoting, calling for or
managing any gathering in any premises as provided in this article, to notify the village
manager of the date of such intended use at least seven (7) days before such meeting is to
take place. Upon such notice, the fire prevention bureau shall inspect the premises to
determine whether or not they comply with the provisions hereof. Any permit issued for any
such gathering shall be subject to the condition that this article be fully complied with.
C. Cost: The cost of the fire guards shall be paid by the person conducting the gathering.
24.112: STAIRWAY MARKINGS:
A. All new and existing stairways serving two (2) or more stories and/or mezzanine levels shall
be provided with signage within the stair enclosure at each floor landing and at the entrance
door to each stair enclosure. The signage shall indicate each story or level, the terminus of
the top and bottom of the stair enclosure, identification of the stair and roof access or no roof
access. All interior stair signage shall be visible when the door is in the open or closed
position. Signage shall be permanently attached to the structure having letter dimensions no
less than four inches (4 ") in height with contrasting colors to the background. Signs shall be
maintained for the life of the building or structure.
24.113: OTHER SIGNS:
A. In buildings or occupancies where the point of delivery of the natural gas is provided
with two (2) 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.
B. All areas containing rack storage (as defined in NFP A 13), in excess of 10 feet in height
shall clearly label the storage rack's approved maximum allowable material storage
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height. Signage shall be provided at frequent intervals and visible from ground level.
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 (4") in
height and their color shall contrast with the surface on which they are affixed.
24.115: PROHIBITED ACTS:
It shall be unlawful for any person to burn any leaves, rubbish, yard debris or waste material
within the Village.
24.116: PENALTY:
Any person violating any provisions of this article shall be fined an amount as set forth in
appendix A, division III of this code, for each offense; and a separate offense shall be deemed
committed on each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues.
ARTICLE II
SPRINKLER EQUIPMENT, ALARM SYSTEMS AND FIRE HYDRANTS
24.201: AUTOMATIC DETECTION AND/OR EXTINGUISHMENT OF FIRE:
A. Authority is hereby conferred upon the chief of the fire department to adopt and promulgate
rules based upon the standards of any nationally recognized 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.
B. All automatic sprinkler equipment 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 of the fire department in case such sprinkler
system or any other fire protection equipment 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 systems shall be
provided to the fire prevention bureau upon completion of such test as well as provided
within 36 inches of the fire alarm panel or main sprinkler control valve. The testing all fire
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protection systems shall be performed in accordance with NFP A 25 and NFP A 72.
C. 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 NFP A 20. A minimum of forty eight (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 as set forth in appendix
A, division III of this code.
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.
D. 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 SPRINKLER AND SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS:
A. System Provisions: 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.
B. Where Required: Automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed and maintained in full
operating condition in all buildings/areas specified in the International Fire Code, 2006
edition, International Building Code, 2006 edition, and the following occupancies and areas:
1. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be provided in all 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.
2. 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:
a. 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, 2006 edition.
Exceptions:
(1) 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.
(2) Single-family attached and detached homes, townhomes, and manufactured
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homes.
b. There is a change in use group classification as outlined in the international building
code, 2006 edition.
Exceptions:
(1) 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.
(2) Existing single-family homes used as residential board and care facilities
complying with all provisions ofNFPA 101.
c. Additions, repairs, alterations, remodeling is in excess of fifty percent (50%) of the
valuation of the property.
Exceptions:
(1) 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, townhomes and manufactured
homes.
d. There is an addition to the structure regardless of square footage of the addition.
Exception:
(1) Buildings of use groups Band/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, townhomes and manufactured homes.
C. System Installation: All automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed in accordance with
NFP A 13 standard for the installation of sprinkler systems, 2007 edition, unless otherwise
modified hereafter. NFP A 13 D systems shall be permitted in single-family attached and
detached homes, townhomes and manufactured occupancies. NFP A 13R, designed systems
shall not be permitted.
D. Omission of Sprinklers From Rooms Or Spaces:
1. Sections 903.1.1 and 903.3.1.1.1 of the International fire code, 2006 edition, as well as
any other referenced code or standard omitting sprinklers shall be deleted.
2. When sprinkler protection is required, sprinklers shall be provided throughout all areas of
the building in every room or space regardless of use or occupancy contents. Combustible
concealed spaces shall be protected as required per NFP A 13, 2007 edition.
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 alternative suppression system approved by the fire official shall
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be installed in accordance with the applicable NFP A standard and international fire code.
3. When sprinkler protection is required in single-family homes, townhomes or
manufactured homes, sprinklers may not be omitted from garages.
E. 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.
F. 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 permanently 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 building code, NFP A 13 and in the
following locations:
Exception: Existing approved limited area sprinkler systems with locked control valves and
sprinkler control valves in single family dwellings with signage "FIRE SPRINKLER
CONTROL VALVE DO NOT SHUT".
1. Sprinklers protecting electrical rooms shall be provided with a separate control valve
located outside the entrance into the electrical room.
2. A separate control valve shall be required to permit the isolation of each floor or
mezzanine protected by automatic sprinklers.
G. Limited Area Sprinkler Systems: New limited area sprinkler systems utilizing a domestic
water supply shall meet all of the requirements ofthis chapter for the installation of sprinkler
systems.
H. Location Of Sprinkler Riser, Fire Pump, System Control Valves And Other Fire Protection
Equipment:
1. All 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 remainder portions of the building by a minimum of two (2) hour construction.
Exception: 13D systems.
2. 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 sign 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 shall contain emergency lighting. Rooms designated as sprinkler
rooms shall not be used for any other purpose.
3. A minimum of three feet (3 ') clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of
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any new or existing fire hydrant, fire department connection, fire protection control valve or
any other fire protection system component.
I. 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. Exception: 13D systems
J. 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 flow testing and in a location approved by the fire official.
K. Fire Department Connections:
1. 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:
a. 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 NFP A 13D.
2. All 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.
3. 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.
4. 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 also be
provided to indicate the area in which the fire department connection serves.
5. A freestanding fire department connection shall be installed in accordance with this
section for all new buildings greater than thirty five feet (35') in height. The connection shall
be located a minimum of twenty feet (20') from the building or in a location approved by the
fire official.
6. All 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.
7. 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.
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Exception: Chrome plated or polished brass connections.
8. New fire department connections installed on sprinkler systems with a sprinkler or
standpipe demand in excess of one thousand (1,000) gpm shall supply the sprinkler system
with a maximum of six inch (6") piping.
L. Suppression System Alarms: All buildings or areas required to have an automatic
suppression system shall contain audible and visual devices installed in accordance with
NFP A 72. The devices shall operate upon activation of the suppression system and shall
emit sound and illumination levels for fire alarm devices as specified in NFP A 72. All new
and existing fire sprinkler suppression systems shall be monitored by a UL listed central
station with UL listed services
Exception: Residential occupancies protected in accordance with NFP A 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 return air
duct is not provided, the bell shall be located so that it can be easily heard throughout the
structure.
1. 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.
M. 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 sprinkler lead-ins shall be flushed in
accordance with NFP A 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.
1. 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.
N. Sprinkler System Design:
1. All new sprinkler systems or modifications to existing systems shall be hydraulically
designed with a minimum of a five (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 hislher
designee shall witness all water flow tests used for the design of sprinkler systems.
Exception: Sprinkler systems designed in accordance with NFP A 13D.
2. Prior to the installation or alteration of any sprinkler or standpipe system, a permit shall
be obtained from the village of Mount Prospect. Equipment cut sheets, engineering
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drawings, and hydraulic calculations containing details as outlined in the applicable NFP A
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.
3. 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.
4. The sprinkler permit issued by the village of Mount Prospect shall be posted on the front
of the building for the entire project.
5. 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.
6. Upon completion of the project, a complete set of written and an electronic format
approved by the fire official shall be submitted and approved by the fire department prior to
the final inspection for certificate of occupancy.
O. 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).
1. Before a backflow prevention device is installed retroactively on a fire sprinkler
system, a thorough hydraulic analysis shall be performed including:
a. Revised hydraulic calculations for hydraulically calculated systems in accordance with
NFP A 13, 2007. Submitted calculations should include the pressure loss anticipated
through the backflow prevention device;
b. Revised sprinkler system calculations for the system demand for pIpe schedule
systems. NFPA 13,2007
c. 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
d. 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 backflow prevention assembly.
P. All new required fire sprinkler systems shall be hydrostatically tested at minimum of200
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psi for two hours.
Q. Only when approved by the fire official, may sprinkler piping be installed in areas
potentially subjected to freezing where the sprinkler piping is fully insulated with a value
of R38,completely framed in and boxed in using % inch plywood securely screwed,
caulked and draft stopped to the structural members. Additional means to supply heat to
the area may also be required by the fire official.
24.203: STANDPIPES:
A. Where Required: Buildings two (2) stories or greater andlor 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 NFP A 14 unless modified within this code.
B. 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.
C. 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.
D. Hose Valves: All hose valves shall be two and one-half inches (2 1/2") with a one and one-
half inch (1 1/2 ") reducer cap. The threads of the hose valve shall be national standard
thread.
E. Standpipe Flow Switches: All standpipe systems shall be provided with a flow switch
monitored by an approved central station.
F. 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 five hundred (500) gpm with one hundred (100) psi of residual pressure at the
most remote outlet and two hundred fifty (250) gpm for each additional outlet not to exceed
one thousand (1,000) gpm. The sprinkler demand shall be included as part of the overall
standpipe system demand.
Exception: Three story buildings not exceeding 15,000 square feet of building area and
buildings two (2) stories or less may base the standpipe design with one hundred fifty (150)
psi and one thousand (1,000) gpm available at the fire department connection. The sprinkler
system design shall be based on NFP A 13 with an additional five hundred (500) gpm added
to the required inside hose demand.
G. Automatic Water Supply: An automatic water supply shall be provided for all standpipes.
H. Types Of Systems: Dry standpipes shall only be permitted in those areas subjected to
freezing where the installation of heat is not practical due to the operation of the building or
structure.
I. Pressure Regulating Devices: The installation of any pressure regulating device shall be
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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.
J. 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.
24.204: FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS:
A. Where Required: A fire alarm system shall be installed and maintained in full operating
condition in all buildings/areas specified in the International Building and Fire Prevention
Code, 2006 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.
1. 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 groups 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 rooms, and storage rooms.
2. In new construction, all buildings of use group classification of R shall be provided with a
"fire alarm system" as defined above to include smoke detection in
the following areas:
a. All corridors.
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.
3. Hardwired single station smoke detectors with battery backup shall be installed and
maintained in the following areas:
a. Use group R, in all sleeping areas including bedrooms, each level including basements,
within 15 feet of each sleeping area.
b. Where more than one detector is required to be installed within an individual dwelling
unit, guestroom or suite in a use group R occupancy, the detectors shall be interconnected
in such a manner that the activation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms in the
individual unit, guestroom or suite.
c. 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.
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4. All 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, townhomes and manufactured homes.
Exception: Single or multiple station smoke detectors shall not be required to be monitored.
5. 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, 907.2.12.2.1, 907.2.12.2.2,
907.2.12.2.3 of the International Building Code, 2006
a. 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.
b. A voice signaling system shall be installed capable of providing one-way and two-way
fire department communication.
Exception: Open pll;rking 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 guestrooms and suites. The two-way fire department communication system
can be combined with the one-way system.
c. A fire command station shall be provided in accordance with NFP A 72, and section
911.1 of the international building code, 2006 edition.
Exception: Open parking garages.
B. 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:
1. 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, 2006edition;
2. There is a change in use group classification as outlined in the international building code
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2006 edition;
3. Additions, repairs, alterations, remodeling IS III excess of fifty percent (50%) of the
valuation of the property;
4. There is an addition to the structure regardless of square footage ofthe addition.
Exception: Covered porches or stoops.
C. 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 information 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.
D. Alarm Activation: Activation of the fire alarm shall produce evacuation signals with audible
and visual signals in accordance with the international building code 2006 edition, and
NFPA 72.
E. Zones: Each floor level and tenant space shall be zoned separately and a single zone shall
not exceed ten thousand (10,000) 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. Smoke 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 NFP A
13.
F. 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 HV AC equipment containing smoke detection devices shall be labeled to
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correspond to the fire alarm annunciation displayed at the alarm panel. The labels shall be
clearly visible from the floor level. Corresponding two inch (2") 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
building's fire alarm panel.
G. Fire Pumps: Fire pumps shall be required to be equipped with a low suction alarm.
1. 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 twenty (20) psi. The alarm shall
continue to sound and send a signal until the situation has been corrected.
2. Each low suction alarm must be provided with a low suction alarm panel monitored by
the building's fire alarm system.
3. The low suction alarm panel must be located in the fire pump room in an accessible
location.
4. The low suction alarm panel must be monitored by the building's fire alarm system for
voltage integrity.
5. The low suction alarm panel must be provided with a visual alarm condition indicator and
shall not interrupt fire pump operation.
H. 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.
1. 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.
2. A written record of completion shall be provided to the fire official prior to scheduling the
acceptance testing.
3. When the national fire alarm code requires a battery load test, the fire official shall
witness the test. The battery load test shall be conducted and approved by the fire official
prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
24.205: FIRE HYDRANTS:
A. Where Required:
1. Fire hydrants shall be installed at all street intersections, and where any structure,
building, or hazardous operation is set back more than two hundred fifty feet (250') from a
street, or is located more than three hundred feet (300') from a new or existing hydrant. The
hydrant spacing shall not exceed 300 feet and shall be measured from the nearest hydrant
along the normal fire department access roadway or fire lane to the farthest point of the
building, structure, or hazardous operation.
This requirement shall apply to all newly constructed buildings or buildings undergoing a
major renovation and/or use group classification change.
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In existing buildings or structures undergoing a renovation and/or use group classification
change, the fire chief or his designee shall evaluate the magnitude of the renovation or use
group change to determine if the existing placement of hydrants is adequate for the fire
department to mitigate any foreseen emergency.
2. A fire hydrant shall be provided within one hundred feet (100') of a fire department
sprinkler connection.
3. The maximum length permissible for a fire hydrant lead shall be in accordance with
subsection 16.403B of this code.
B. Hydrant Installation: All fire hydrants shall be installed using approved types and
installation procedures as detailed in chapter 16, article IV of this code, with the following
exceptions:
1. Private fire mains shall be installed in accordance with NFP A 24, "standard for the
installation of private water mains", and chapter 16 of this code. The fire flow may be
reduced by 25% in areas where the buildings are protected by automatic sprinklers in
accordance with NFP A 13.
2. Hydrants to be installed in bulk petroleum facilities shall include two (2) steamer ports,
and shall be approved by the director of public works prior to installation.
C. Hydrant Markers: The property owner shall provide and maintain hydrant markers for all
new and existing hydrants located on private property. These markers shall be provided to
identify the hydrant during snow accumulation. The type of hydrant marker shall be
approved by the fire chief prior to installation.
24.206: KITCHEN HOOD EXHAUST AND FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS:
A. Access Doors: UL listed duct access doors shall be provided in areas required to install an
access panel.
B. Hinged Fans: Kitchen exhaust fans shall be provided with a UL listed hinge assembly.
C. Residential Type Range Top Hoods And Fire Suppression Systems:
1. 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 rooms.
a. If a fire alarm system exists in the building, the residential range top fire suppression
system must be monitored by the fire alarm system.
b. The cooking appliance (stovetops) are four (4) burner or less and not exceeding thirty
six inches (36") in width.
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c. Establishments approved for the installation of a residential range top fire suppression
system must be equipped with a class K rated fire extinguisher.
d. Residential range top fire suppression systems are required to be UL listed.
e. Residential range top fire suppression systems must be capable of providing utility
shutoff upon system activation.
f. Detailed documentation meeting the installation requirements must be submitted for
review and approval by the fire official prior to installation.
g. 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 produced 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 cases 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.
24.207: CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS:
A. Definitions:
BUILDING: Any structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering any use or
occupancy.
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM OR ALARM: A device that emits an audible warning
upon sensing carbon monoxide and complies with the rules and regulations of the Illinois
state fire marshal, bears the label of a nationally recognized testing laboratory, and complies
with the most recent standards of the Underwriters' Laboratories or the Canadian Standard
Association.
DWELLING UNIT: A room or suite of rooms used for human habitation, and includes a
single-family residence, each living unit of a multiple-family residence, and each living unit
in a mixed use building.
OWNER AND TENANT: Shall have the meanings set forth in section 23.1803 of this code,
for purposes of this section.
B. Carbon Monoxide Alarm Required:
1. Every dwelling unit shall be equipped with at least one carbon monoxide alarm in an
operating condition within fifteen feet (15 ') of every room used for sleeping purposes.
2. Every building that contains more than one dwelling unit shall contain at least one
approved carbon monoxide alarm in operating condition within fifteen feet (15') of every
room used for sleeping purposes.
3. A carbon monoxide alarm may be combined with smoke detecting devices provided that
the combined unit complies with the respective provisions of the Illinois administrative
code, reference standards, and Illinois state fire marshal rules relating to both smoke
detecting devices and carbon monoxide alarms, and provided that the combined unit emits
an alarm in a manner that clearly differentiates the hazard.
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4. Carbon monoxide alarms shall be either battery powered, plug in with battery backup, or
wired into the building's AC power line with a secondary battery backup, except for "new
construction", as defined in section 21.501 of this code, in which carbon monoxide alarms
shall be wired into the building's AC power line with a secondary battery backup.
5. Carbon monoxide alarms shall be installed in accordance with manufacturers'
requirements.
C. Responsibility Of The Owner Of A Building:
1. The owner shall supply and install all required alarms.
2. The owner shall provide one tenant per dwelling unit with written information regarding
alarm testing and maintenance.
3. The owner shall ensure that the batteries are in operating condition at the time the tenant
takes possession of the dwelling unit.
4. Upon written notice of the tenant of any deficiencies in an alarm that the tenant cannot
correct, the owner shall correct such deficiencies.
D. Responsibility Of A Tenant:
1. A tenant shall replace any required batteries in alarms in the tenant's dwelling unit, except
upon taking possession of the dwelling unit.
2. A tenant shall test and provide general maintenance for the alarms within the tenant's
dwelling unit or rooming unit, and notify the owner or the authorized agent of the owner in
writing of any deficiencies that the tenant cannot correct.
3. The tenant shall provide the owner or the authorized agent of the owner with access to the
dwelling unit to correct any deficiencies in the carbon monoxide alarm that have been
reported in writing to the owner or authorized agent of the owner.
E. Failure To Install Or Maintain Carbon Monoxide Alarm; Tampering With Carbon Monoxide
Alarm:
1. It shall be unlawful for any person to willfully or negligently fail to install or maintain in
operating condition any carbon monoxide alarm required under this section.
2. It shall be unlawful for any person to tamper with, remove, destroy, disconnect, or remove
the batteries from any installed carbon monoxide alarm, except in the course of inspection,
maintenance, or replacement of the alarm.
3. Any person violating any provision of this section shall be fined as set forth in appendix
A, division III of this code.
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F. Exemptions:
1. A dwelling unit is exempt from the requirement of having an operating carbon monoxide
alarm if it is located in a building that: a) does not rely on the combustion of fossil fuel for
heat, ventilation, or hot water; and b) is not connected in any way to a garage.
2. A dwelling unit is exempt from the requirement of having an operating carbon monoxide
alarm if it is located in a building that is connected to a parking structure, which is protected
by an operating carbon monoxide detection system, and that structure is the only source of
carbon monoxide in the building.
3. The building commissioner, upon written request, may approve an exemption for
buildings four (4) stories or greater where he/she determines that the source of carbon
monoxide is adequately separated from the dwelling units by approved
construction methods and/or mechanical exhaust systems.
ARTICLE III
SPECIAL ELECTRICAL WIRING
24.301: SPECIAL ELECTRICAL WIRING:
All buildings thirty five feet (35') in height and/or four (4) stories or greater shall be provided
with nonenergized wiring to provide emergency power for firefighting and other Fire
Department use. Nonenergized outlets shall be located in each stairwell, at each floor level, and
at ground level, all interconnected in the following manner:
A. Provide a National Electrical Manufacturers Association approved weatherproof corrosion
resistant male receptacle with a snap-type waterproof cover installed adjacent to the Fire
Department sprinkler connection (but not so as to interfere with same) and color coded red.
B. Provide a National Electrical Manufacturers Association approved weatherproof corrosion
resistant female receptacle with a snap-type waterproof cover installed in each stairwell, at
each floor level and color coded red.
C. If these installations above are not flush mounted, a waterproof enclosure shall be provided.
1. Wiring shall conform to the following:
a. T.H.W. #8 in three-fourths inch (3/4") conduit, with ground from conduit to neutral; if
conduit is exposed is shall be heavy wall; if conduit is concealed it shall be thin wall; the
wire size is for buildings up to one hundred feet (100') in height.
b. T.H.W. #6 in one inch (1 ") conduit, with ground from conduit to neutral; if conduit is
exposed it shall be heavy wall; if conduit is concealed it shall be thin wall; the wire size is
for buildings over one hundred feet (100') in height.
c. Wiring shall be three (3) pole, three (3) wired grounded circuit, conforming with the
National Electrical Manufacture Association.
D. All receptacles shall be compatible with the Fire Department's emergency wmng
equipment.
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EXCEPTION: Buildings provided with a level one emergency generator installed in accordance
with NFPA 110.
ARTICLE IV
FIREWORKS DISCHARGE; EXPLOSIVES
(Rep. by Ord. 5251, 5-7-2002)
ARTICLE V
FIRE SUPPRESSION AND FALSE ALARMS
24.501 : DEACTIVATION OF FIRE SUPPRESSIONIFIRE ALARM 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.
24.502: PENALTY FOR RESPONSE TO FALSE ALARMS:
A. False alarms shall be defined as set forth as follows in section 24.503 of this article.
B. 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.
C. 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 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.
D. 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 alarm was avoidable. Such request
shall include all facts upon which the property owner or occupant bases his opinion.
E. 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 alarm 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.
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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 is 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 herein activated by anyone 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;
E. 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 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.
MUNICIPALITY: Whenever the word "municipality" is used in this article, it shall be construed
to refer to the village of Mount Prospect.
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.
SECTION 2: 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:
Hoefert, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel
None
Juracek, Korn
PASSED and APPROVED this 16th day of June, 2009.
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Irvana K. WIlks, Mayor
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