OR 2017-1469 2015 International Plumbing CodeAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF COPPELL, TEXAS
ORDINANCE NO. 2017-1469
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF COPPELL, TEXAS
REPEALING THE PLUMBING CODE IN ITS ENTIRETY AND
REPLACING IT WITH THE ADOPTION OF THE INTERNATIONAL
PLUMBING CODE, 2015 EDITION, BY ADOPTING CHAPTER 15
ARTICLE 15-4, "PLUMBING CODE", AS THE CITY OF COPPELL
PLUMBING CODE; PROVIDING AMENDMENTS TO THE
INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE 2015 EDITION; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE;
PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR
VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF
FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE; EXCEPT
HOWEVER, WHERE A DIFFERENT PENALTY HAS BEEN
ESTABLISHED BY STATE LAW FOR SUCH OFFENSE WHICH IS A
VIOLATION OF ANY PROVISION OF LAW THAT GOVERNS FIRE
SAFETY, ZONING, OR PUBLIC HEALTH AND SANITATION,
INCLUDING DUMPING OF REFUSE, THE PENALTY SHALL BE A FINE
NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00)
FOR EACH OFFENSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF COPPELL, TEXAS:
SECTION 1. That the Chapter 15, Article 15-4 of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Coppell, Texas is hereby repealed in its entirety, and is replaced with the adoption
of the International Plumbing Code, 2015 Edition, by adopting Chapter 15, Article 15-4
in part to adopt the International Plumbing Code, 2015 Edition, with amendments to read
as follows:
"ARTICLE 15-4. PLUMBING CODE
Sec. 15-4 International Plumbing Code — Adopted.
There is hereby adopted the International Plumbing Code, 2015 Edition, and made a part
hereof for all purposes, the same as if fully copied in full herein, with the exception of such
sections hereof, which are hereafter deleted, modified or amended.
Sec. 15-4-2. Amendments.
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The following sections of the International Plumbing Code, 2015 Edition, are hereby
amended to read as follows:
1. Amend Table of Contents, Chapter 7, Section 714, to read as follows:
Section 714 Engineered Drainage Design ........................... 69
2. Amend Section 102.8, to read as follows:
102.8 Referenced Codes and Standards. The codes and standards referenced in this
code shall be those that are listed in Chapter 15 and such codes, when specifically
adopted, and standards shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the
prescribed extent of each such reference. Whenever amendments have been adopted to
the referenced codes and standards, each reference to said code and standard shall be
considered to reference the amendments as well. Any reference to NFPA 70 or the
National Electrical Code (NEC) shall mean the Electrical Code as adopted.
3. Amend Sections 106.6.2 and 106.6.3, to read as follows:
106.6.2 Fee Schedule. The fees for all plumbing work shall be as adopted by resolution
of the governing body of the jurisdiction.
106.6.3 Fee Refunds. The code official shall establish a policy for authorizing the
refunding of fees. (Delete balance of section).
4. Adopt a new Section 305.6.1, to read as follows:
305.6.1 Sewer Depth. Building sewers shall be a minimum of 12 inches (304 mm)
below grade.
5. Amend Section 305.7, to read as follows:
305.7 Protection of Components of Plumbing System. Components of a plumbing
system installed within 3 feet along alleyways, driveways, parking garages or other
locations in a manner in which they would be exposed to damage shall be recessed into
the wall or otherwise protected in an approved manner.
6. Amend Sections 312.10.1 and 312.10.2, to read as follows:
312.10.1 Inspections. Annual inspections shall be made of all backflow prevention
assemblies and air gaps to determine whether they are operable. The property owner is
responsible to insure that testing is being performed.
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312.10.2 Testing. Reduced pressure principle backflow preventer assemblies, double
check -valve assemblies, double detector -check valve assemblies and pressure vacuum
breaker assemblies shall be tested at the time of installation, immediately after repairs
or relocation and at least annually. The testing procedure shall be performed in
accordance with applicable local provisions. The property owner is responsible to
ensure that testing is done in accordance with one of the following standards: (list of
standards unchanged)
7. Amend the second sentence of Section 314.2.1, to read as follows:
314.2.1 Condensate Disposal. Condensate from all cooling coils and evaporators shall
be conveyed from the drain pan outlet to an approved place of disposal. Condensate
shall not discharge in a publicly exposed area such as onto a street, alley, rooftop or
sidewalk or other areas so as to cause a public nuisance.
8. Amend Section 314.2.2 to read as follows:
314.2.2 Drain pipe materials and sizes. Components of the condensate disposal
system shall be cast iron, galvanized steel, copper, cross-linked polyethylene,
polyethylene, ABS, CPVC, or schedule 80 PVC pipe or tubing when exposed to ultra
violet light. All components shall be selected for the pressure, and temperature and
exposure rating of the installation. Joints and connections shall be made in accordance
with the applicable provisions of Chapter 7 relative to the material type. Condensate
waste and drain line size shall not be less than 3/4 -inch (19 mm) internal diameter and
shall not decrease in size from the drain pan connection to the place of condensate
disposal. Where the drain pipes from more than one unit are manifolded together for
condensate drainage, the pipe or tubing shall be sized in accordance with Table 314.2.2.
All horizontal sections of drain piping shall be installed in uniform alignment at a
uniform slope.
9. Amend Section 401.1 by adding a sentence to read as follows:
401.1 Scope. This chapter shall govern the materials, design and installation of
plumbing fixtures, faucets and fixture fittings in accordance with the type of occupancy,
and shall provide for the minimum number of fixtures for various types of occupancies.
The provisions of this Chapter coordinate with the provisions of the Building Code.
Should any conflicts arise between the two chapters, the Code Official shall determine
which provision applies.
10. Amend table 403.1 to read as follows:
48 Storage; water closets and lavatories 1 per 200.
11. Amend Section 403.2 exception 2 to read as follows:
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2. Separate facilities shall not be required in structures or tenant space with a total
occupant load, including both employees and customers, of 20 or less.
12. Amend Section 409.2, to read as follows:
409.2 Water Connection. The water supply to a commercial dishwashing machine
shall be protected against backflow by an air gap or backflow preventer in
accordance with Section 608.
13. Amend Section 410.2, to read as follows:
410.2 Small occupancies. Drinking fountains shall not be required for an occupant
load of 20 or fewer.
14. Amend Section 412.4, to read as follows:
412.4 Required location for floor drains. Floor drains shall be installed in the
following areas.
1. In public coin-operated laundries and in the central washing facilities of multiple
family dwellings, the rooms containing automatic clothes washers shall be provided
with floor drains located to readily drain the entire floor area. Such drains shall have a
minimum outlet of not less than 3 inches (76 mm) in diameter.
2. Commercial kitchens. In lieu of floor drains in commercial kitchens, the code
official may accept floor sinks.
3. Public restrooms.
15. Amend Section 419.3, to read as follows:
419.3 Surrounding Material. Wall and floor space to a point 2 feet (6 10 mm) in front
of a urinal lip and 4 feet (1219 mm) above the floor and at least 2 feet (6 10 mm) to each
side of the urinal shall be waterproofed with a smooth, readily cleanable, hard,
nonabsorbent material.
16. Amend Section 502.3 to read as follows:
502.3 Appliances in attics. Attics containing a water heater shall be provided ...
{bulk of paragraph unchanged} ... side of the water heater. The clear access opening
dimensions shall be not less than 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), where
such dimensions are large enough to allow removal of the water heater. A walkway to
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an appliance shall be rated as a floor as approved by the building official. As a
minimum, for access to the attic space, provide one of the following:
1. A permanent stair.
2. A pull down stair with a minimum 300 lb (136 kg) capacity.
3. An access door from an upper floor level.
4. Access Panel may be used in lieu of items 1, 2, and 3 with prior approval of the
code official due to building conditions.
17. Adopt a new Section 502.6 and 502.6.1 to read as follows:
502.6 Water heaters above ground or floor. When the attic, roof, mezzanine or
platform in which a water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm)
above the ground or floor level, it shall be made accessible by a stairway or permanent
ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being
accessed through a lay -in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than ten
(10) feet (3048 mm) above the ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable
ladder.
502.6.1 Illumination and convenience outlet. Whenever the mezzanine or platform
is not adequately lighted or access to a receptacle outlet is not obtainable from the main
level, lighting and a receptacle outlet shall be provided in accordance with Section
502.1.
18. Amend Section 504.6, to read as follows:
504.6 Requirements for Discharge Piping. The discharge piping serving a pressure
relief valve, temperature relief valve or combination thereof shall:
1. Not be directly connected to the drainage system.
2. Discharge through an air gap.
3. Not be smaller than the diameter of the outlet of the valve served and shall
discharge full size to the air gap.
4. Serve a single relief device and shall not connect to piping serving any other relief
device or equipment.
Exception: Multiple relief devices may be installed to a single T & P discharge
piping system when approved by the administrative authority and permitted by
the manufacture's installation instructions and installed according to those
instructions.
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5. Discharge to an indirect waste receptor or to the outdoors. Where
discharging to the outdoors in areas subject to freezing, discharge piping
shall be first piped to an indirect waste receptor through an air gap located in a
conditioned area.
6. Discharge in a manner that does not cause personal injury or structural
damage.
7. Discharge to a termination point that is readily observable by the building
occupants.
8. Not be trapped.
9. Be installed so as to flow by gravity.
10. Not terminate less than 6 inches or more than 24 inches (152 mm) above
grade no more than 6 inches above the waste receptor.
11. Not have a threaded connection at the end of such piping.
12. Not have valves or tee fittings.
13. Be constructed of those materials listed in Section 605.4 or materials tested,
rated and approved for such use in accordance with ASME A112.4. 1.
14. Be one nominal size larger than the size of the relief -valve outlet, where the
relief -valve discharge piping is constructed of PEX or PE -RT tubing. The outlet
end of such tubing shall be fastened in place.
19. Amend Section 504.7.1 to read as follows:
Section 504.7.1 Pan size and drain to read as follows: The pan shall be not less than
11/2 inches (38 mm) in depth and shall be of sufficient size and shape to receive all
dripping or condensate from the tank or water heater. The pan shall be drained by an
indirect waste pipe having a diameter of not less than 3/4 inch (19 mm). Piping for
safety pan drains shall be of those materials listed in Table 605.4. Multiple pan drains
may terminate to a single discharge piping system when approved by the administrative
authority and permitted by the manufactures installation instructions and installed with
those instructions.
20. Amend Section 604.4.1 to read as follows:
604.4.1 State maximum flow rate. Where the State mandated maximum flow rate is
more restrictive than those of this section, the State flow rate shall take precedence.
21. Section 606.1, items #4 and #5 shall be deleted.
22. Amend Section 606.2, to read as follows:
606.2 Location of shutoff valves. Shutoff valves shall be installed in the following
locations:
l.On the fixture supply to each plumbing fixture other than bathtubs and showers in
one- and two-family residential occupancies, and other than in individual sleeping
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units that are provided with unit shutoff valves in hotels, motels, boarding houses and
similar occupancies.
2. On the water supply pipe to each appliance or mechanical equipment.
23. Amend Section 608.1, to read as follows:
608.1 General. A potable water supply system shall be designed, installed and
maintained in such a manner so as to prevent contamination from non -potable liquids,
solids or gases being introduced into the potable water supply through cross -
connections or any other piping connections to the system. Backflow preventer
applications shall conform to applicable local regulations, Table 608. 1, and as
specifically stated in Sections 608.2 through 608.16.10.
24. Amend Section 608.16.5, to read as follows:
608.16.5 Connections to Lawn Irrigation Systems. The potable water supply to lawn
irrigation systems shall be protected against backflow by an atmospheric -type vacuum
breaker, a pressure-type vacuum breaker, a double-check assembly or a reduced
pressure principle backflow preventer. A valve shall not be installed downstream from
an atmospheric vacuum breaker. Where chemicals are introduced into the system, the
potable water supply shall be protected against backflow by a reduced pressure
principle backflow preventer.
25. Amend Section 608.17, to read as follows:
608.17 Protection of Individual Water Supplies. An individual water supply shall
be located and constructed so as to be safeguarded against contamination in accordance
with applicable local regulations. In the absence of other local regulations, installation
shall be in accordance with Sections 608.17.1 through 608.17.8.
26. Amend Section 610.1, to read as follows:
610.1 General. New or repaired potable water systems shall be purged of deleterious
matter and disinfected prior to utilization. The method to be followed shall be that
prescribed by the health authority or water purveyor having jurisdiction or, in the
absence of a prescribed method, the procedure described in either AWWA C651 or
AWWA C652, or as described in this section. This requirement shall apply to "on-site"
or "in -plant" fabrication of a system or to a modular portion of a system.
1. The pipe system shall be flushed with clean, potable water until dirty water does
not appear at the points of outlet.
2. The system or part thereof shall be filled with a water/chlorine solution
containing at least 50 parts per million (50 mg/L) of chlorine, and the system or
part thereof shall be valved off and allowed to stand for 24 hours; or the system
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or part thereof shall be filled with a water/chlorine solution containing at least
200 parts per million (200 mg/L) of chlorine and allowed to stand for 3 hours.
3. Following the required standing time, the system shall be flushed with clean
potable water until the chlorine is purged from the system.
4. The procedure shall be repeated where shown by a bacteriological examination
that contamination remains present in the system.
Exception: With prior approval the Code Official may wave this requirement
when deemed un -necessary.
27. Delete Section 703.6 in its entirety.
28. Section 705.11.2; delete Exceptions.
29. Amend Section 712 to read as follows:
712.3.3.1 Materials. Pipe and fitting materials shall be constructed of brass, copper,
CPVC, ductile iron, stainless steel, galvanized iron, PE, or PVC.
30. Adopt a new Section 712.5 to read as follows:
712.5 Dual Pump System. All sumps shall be automatically discharged and, when in
any "public use" occupancy where the sump serves more than 10 fixture units, shall be
provided with dual pumps or ejectors arranged to function independently in case of
overload or mechanical failure. For storm drainage sumps and pumping systems, see
Section 1113.
31. Amend Section 714 and 714.1, to read as follows:
SECTION 714
ENGINEERED DRAINAGE DESIGN
714.1 Design of Drainage System. The sizing, design and layout of the drainage
system shall be permitted to be designed by a registered engineer using approved design
methods.
32. Amend Section 802.3.3 by adding a sentence to read as follows:
802.3.3 Standpipes. Standpipes shall be individually trapped. Standpipes shall extend
a minimum of 18 inches (457 mm) and a maximum of 42 inches (1066 mm) above the
trap weir. Access shall be provided to all standpipes and drains for rodding. No
standpipe shall be installed below the ground.
33. Adopt a new Section 804.2 to read as follows:
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804.2 Special waste pipe, fittings, and components. Pipes, fittings, and components
receiving or intended to receive the discharge of any fixture into which acid or
corrosive chemicals are placed shall be constructed of CPVC, high silicone iron, PP,
PVDF, chemical resistant glass, or glazed ceramic materials.
34. Amend Section 903.1, to read as follows:
903.1 Roof Extension. All open vent pipes that extend through a roof shall be
terminated at least six (6) inches (152 mm) above the roof, except that where a roof is
to be used for any purpose other than weather protection, the vent extensions shall be
run at least 7 feet (2134 mm) above the roof.
35. Delete Section 917 in its entirety.
36. Delete Section 1002.10 in its entirety.
37. Amend Sections 1003.3.1 and 1003.3.1.1, to read as follows:
1003.3.1 Grease Interceptors and Automatic Grease Removal Devices required.
All food establishments having a food waste disposal or a discharge of more than 50
gallons per minute shall discharge into a grease interceptor of at least 750 -gallon
capacity. Establishments with a discharge of 50 gallons per minute or less shall
discharge into at least a 100-1b. size grease trap. An approved grease trap or interceptor
complying with the provisions of this section shall be installed in the waste line leading
from sinks, drains and other fixtures or equipment in establishments such as restaurants,
cafes, lunch counters, cafeterias, bars and clubs, hotel, hospital, factory or school
kitchen, or other establishments where grease may be introduced into the drainage or
sewage system in quantities that can affect line stoppage or hinder sewage treatment or
private disposal.
1003.3.1.1 Engineered Design. Interceptors required by Section 1003.3.1, 1003.3.4
and 1003.4.2 shall be designed and sized by a plumbing engineer.
38. Amend Section 1101.8, to read as follows:
1101.8 Cleanouts Required. Cleanouts or manholes shall be installed in the storm
drainage system and shall comply with the provisions of this code for sanitary drainage
pipe ceanouts.
39. Amend Section 1106.1, to read as follows:
1106.1 General. The size of the vertical conductors and leaders, building storm drains,
building storm sewers, and any horizontal branches of such drains or sewers shall be
based on six (6) inches per hourly rainfall rate.
40. Amend Section 1108.3, to read as follows:
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1108.3 Sizing of Secondary Drains. Secondary (emergency) roof drain systems shall
be sized in accordance with Section 1106. Scuppers shall be sized to prevent the depth
of ponding water from exceeding that for which the roof was designed as determined
by Section 1101.7. Scuppers shall not have an opening dimension of less than 4 inches
(102 mm). The flow through the primary system shall not be considered when sizing
the secondary roof drain system."
SECTION 2. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, phrase or work in
this ordinance, or application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid by any
court of competent jurisdiction, such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining
portions of this ordinance, and the City Council of the City of Coppell, Texas hereby
declares it would have enacted such remaining portions despite any such invalidity.
SECTION 3. That the repeal of any ordinance or any portion thereof by the
preceding sections shall not affect or impair any act done or right vested or accrued or any
proceeding, suit or prosecution had or commenced in any cause before such repeal shall
take effect; but every such act done, or right vested or accrued, or proceedings, suit or
prosecution had or commenced shall remain in full force and effect to all intents or
purposes as if such ordinance or part thereof so repealed shall remain in force.
SECTION 4. That any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions
of this ordinance or the Code of Ordinances as amended hereby, shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor and upon conviction in the Municipal Court of the City of Coppell, Texas,
shall be subject to a fine not to exceed the sum of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) for each
offense, except where a different penalty has been established by State law for such offense,
the penalty shall be that fixed by State law, and for any offense which is a violation of any
provision of law that governs fire safety, zoning or public health and sanitation, including
dumping of refuse, the penalty shall be fine not to exceed the sum of Two Thousand Dollars
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($2,000.00) for each offense; and each and every day such offense is continued shall
constitute a new and separate offense.
SECTION 5. That this ordinance shall become effective 30 days from and after
its passage and the publication of the caption, as the law and charter in such cases provide.
DU�PAS D by the City Council of Coppell, Texas, this the day of
2017.
AS TO FORM:
ATTORNEY
ATTEST:
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