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Ordinance No. 0734 07-13-1981� ! __ �t ORDINANCE N0. 734 AN ORDINANCE REPEALING OLD CHAP7ERS 18 AND 206 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE ENTITLED "CONTRACTORS" AND "BUILDING CODE AND PERMIT FEES" IN THEIR ENTIRETY AND ADOPTING A NEW CHAPTER 206 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE ENTITLED "BUILDING CODE AND RELATED PERMIT FEES" THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Prior Chapters 18 And 206 Are Hereby Repealed In Their Entirety. New Chapter 206 Of The Fr�dley City Code Is Hereby Adopted To Read As Follows 206.01. BUILDING CODE The Minnesota State Building Code, one copy of which is on f�le in the office of the City Clerk of Fr�dley, Minnesota, has been adopted by M�nnesota Statute 16.851 (1977) as a u m form building code applicab7e throughout the State. The 1980 ed�tion of the State Bu�ld�ng Code �s hereby adopted by reference as the Building Code of the Ctty of Fridley and �ncorporated m this ordinance as completely as if set out in full. 1. Appendices In addition to the above, certa�n Appendices, Standards and Supplemental Materials referenced �n the State Building Code are hereby adopted by reference as part of the Building Code of the City of Fridley and incorporated into this ordinance as completely as if set out in full, including but not lim�ted to the following. A. B. C. D. Technical Requirements for Fallout Shelters, identified as SBC, Appendix "A" Vartat�ons in Snow Loads, identified as Minnesota State Build�ng Code, Append�x "B". 1979 Uniform Bu�lding Code, Append�x Chapter 35. Minnesota Plumb�nq Code, Append�x "B". 2. Opt�onal Appentlices The follow�ng Appendices, Standards and Supplemental Materials are not a mandatory part of the M�nnesota State Building Code but are adopted by reference for the C�ty of Fr�dley and are �ncorporated into this ordinance as completely as if set out tn full: A. M�nnesota State Buildtng Code Appendix "C" Abbreviattons and addresses of Techn�cal Organizat�ons. 6UILDING CODE � � L� � � � � �I � Page 2- ORDINANCE N0. 734 B. C. D. 206.02 1979 UBC Appendix, Chapters 72, 48, 49, 55 and 70. M�nnesota Plumbing Code, Appendices C& �. Flood Proofing Regulations, Sections 201.2 through 208.2. CONFLICTS In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this Code adopted by the prov�sions of this Chapter and appl�cable prov�sions of State law, rules or regulations, the latter shall prevail. 206.D3. PERMITS FEES The issuance of permits, conduction of �nspect�ons and collection of fees sha71 be as provided for in Chapter 3 of the Uniform Build�ng Code. Section 304, paragraph (b) is amended to read "..except on occupancy groups R-3, the plan check fee shall be 25% of the building perm�t fee." 7. The fee schedules shall be as fo]lows: A. Bu�ld�ng Permit Fees TOTAL UALUATION �1.00 to $500.00 $501.00 to $2,000.00 $2,001.00 to �25,000.00 �25,OQ1.00 to $50,000.00 $50,001.00 to �100,000.00 �1D0,001.00 and up FEE �10.00 CONFLICTS PERMITS FEES $10.00 for the f�rst $500.00 plus $1.50 for each add�tional $100.00 or fract�on thereof, to and �ncludiny �2,000.00 $32.50 for the first �2,000.00 plus $6.00 for each atld�tional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and �nclud�ng $25,000.00 �170.50 for the f�rst �25,000.00 plus $4.50 for each addit�onal $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including �50,D00.00 $283.00 for the first �50,000.00 plus $3.00 for each addit�onal $1,000.00 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000.00 $443.00 for the first $100,000.00 plus $2.50 for each add�tional $1,000.00 or fraction thereof �� �� Page 3- ORDINANCE N0. 734 � B. Plumbing Permit Fees M�nimum Fee Each Fixture Opening Future Fixture Old Open�ng, New Fixture Beer Dispenser Blow Off Basin Gatch Bas�n Rain Water Leader Hydraul�c Valve Sump or Receiving Tank Water Treating Appltance Hot Water Heater Other C. Mechanical Perm�t Fees (1) Residential M�nimum Fee Furnace Gas Range Gas Dryer Gas Pip�ng Atr Condit�oning Other (2) Commercial M�nimum Fee D. Electr�cal Permit Fees FEE �10.00 5.00 3.50 1.50 4.00 5.00 5.0� 5.00 5.00 5.00 7.00 5.00 1% of Value of fixture or appliance FEE $10.00 20.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 1% of Value of appltance 1% of Value of appliance $lO.OD Electrical permits fees shall be those fees adopted by the State Electr�cal Board effective August 18, 1980 with the exception of a minimum permit fee of ten dollars (�10.00) and a total permit fee of forty dollars ($40.00) for single family residence. E. Moving of dwelling or building fee The permit fee for the moving of a dwelltng or butlding shall be in accordance with the followtng schedule: For pr�nciple building For accessory building Moving through, wtthtn F. Wrecking Permit Fee $80.00 $20.00 or out of the City �15.00 (1) For any permit for the wrecking of any buildtng or portion thereof, the fee charge for each such building included rn such permit, shall be based on the cubical contents thereof and shall be at the rate of one dollar and twenty-five cents ($1.25) for each one thousand (1000) cubic feet, or fraction thereof. � � ' Page 4- ORDINANCE N0. 734 G � H 1 (2) For structures which would be impract�cal to cube, the wrecking permit fee shall be based on the total cost of wrecking such structure at the rate of six dollars ($6.00) for each five hundred dollars ($500.00) or fract�on thereof. (3) In no case shall the fee charged for any wrecking permit be less than fifteen dollars (�15.00). Water and Sewer Fees Hydrant Rental Agreement - Service Charge Water Usage Water Taps Street Patch-First 5 sq. yds. For next 10 sq. yds. Over 15 sq. yds. Water Meter Repa�r-Weekend and Holitlays Water Connect�ons Permit Sewer Connections Permit Sewer D-dapter Land Alterations, Excavattng or Grading Fees FEES $ 25.00 .65 per 1,000 gallons used 160.00 125.00 12.50 per sq. yd. 6.25 per sq. yd. 35.00 12.50 25.00 5.00 50 Cub�c yards or less $10.D0 51 to 100 cubic yards 15.00 101 to 1,000 cubic yards -$15.00 for the first 100 cubic yards plus �7.00 for each additional 100 cubic yards or faction thereof. 1,001 to 10,D00 cubic yards -$78.00 for the first 1,000 cubic yards plus �6.00 for each addttiona7 1,000 cubtc yards or fract�on thereof. 10,001 to 100,000 cubic yards -�132.00 for the first 10,000 cubic yards plus $27.00 for each additional 10,000 cubic yards or fraction thereofi. 100,001 cubic yards or more -$375.00 for the first 100,000 cubic yards, plus $15.00 for each additional 10,000 cubic yards or fraction thereof . 206.04. REINSPECTION A reinspection fee of fifteen dollars ($15.00) shall 6e assessed for each tnspect�on or reinspection when such portion of work for whtch inspect�on is called �s not complete or when corrections called for are not made. l. This section is not to be interpreted as requiring re�nspection fees the first t�me a,7ob is re,7ected for fa�lure to comply with the requirements of th�s Code, 6ut as controlling the practtce of calling for inspections 6efore the ,7ob is ready for such inspection or re�nspection. � REINSPECTION a� R_ . � v Page 5- ORDINANCE N0. 734 2. Retnspection fees may be assessed when the permtt card is not properly posted on the work site, or the approved plans are not readily available for the inspection, or for failure to provide access on the date and time for which inspection is requested, or for deviating from plans requiring the approval of the Build�ng Official. 206.041. Application for Reinspect�on Where reinspection fees have been assessed no additional �nspectton of the work w�l] be performed until the required fees have been paid. 206.05. CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY l. Except for single family residential structures, a Certificate of Occupancy stating that all provisions of this Ordinance have been fully complted with, shall be obtained fram the City: �� L7 Before any structure for which a building permit ts required is used or occupied. Or before any non-conforming use is improved or enlarged. 2. Appl�cation for a Certificate of Occupancy shall be made to the City when the structure or use is ready for occupancy and within ten (10) days thereafter the City shall �nspect such structure or use and if found to be �n conformtty with all provisions of this ordinance, shall sign and �ssue a Cert�ficate of Occupancy. 3 � Change �n occupancy. A. The City will be notified of any change �n ownershtp or occupancy at the ttme th�s change occurs for all industrial and commercial structures within the City. B. A new certtf�cate of occupancy will be issued after notification. A twenty-f�ve dollar (�25.00) fee will be assessed for this certificate. Ex�sting Structure or Use A. In the case of a structure or use establtshed, altered, enlarged or moved, upon the issuance and receipt of a Special Use Permit, a Certificate of Occupancy shall be tssued only if all the condittons thereof shall have been satisfied. APPLICATION FO R REINSPECTION CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY ' �I L ' Page 6- OR�INANCE N0. 734 Whenever an inspection of an exist�ng structure or use is reGu�red for issuance of a new Certificate of Occupancy, a thtrty five (�35.00) dollar fee will be charged. If �t is found that such structure or use does not conform to the applicable requ�rements, the structure or use shall not be occupied until such time as the structure or use is again brought into compliance with such requirements. 206.06. CONTRNCTOR'S LICENSE � It is deemed �n the interest of the public and the residents of the City of Fridley that the work �nvolved in building alterat�on and construction and the installation of various appltances and service facil�ties in and for satd 6uildings be done only by indiv�auals, firms and corporations that have demonstrated or submitted evidence of their competency to perform such work �n accoroance with the applicable codes of � � � � the C�ty of Fr�dley. The permits which the Build�ng Inspector is authorized to issue under this Code shall be issued only to individuals, firms or corporations holding a license issued by the City for work to be performed under the permit, except as hereinafter noted. Requirements Applicat�on for license shall be made to the C�ty Clerk and such license shall be granted by a ma,7ortty vote of the Counctl upon proof of the Applicant's qual�f�cations thereof, w�ll�ngness to comply with the provisions of the C�ty Code, fil�ng of cert�ficates evidencing the holding of pub7ic liabil�ty �nsurance in the liinits of �50,000.00 per person, and $100,000.00 per accident for 6odtly tn�ury, and �25,000.00 for property damages and certificates of Workmen's Compensat�on Insurance as required by law. Fe e The fee for each license required by the provis�on of this section shall be thirty-five (�35.00) per year. Expiration All licenses issued under the provisions of this sect�on shall expire on Apr�l 30 following the date of �ssuance unless sooner� revoked or forfeited. If a license granted hereunder is not renewed previous to its exp�rat�on then all rights granted by such license shall cease and any work performed after the expirat�on of the l�cense shall be in violation of th�s Code. CONTRRCTOR'S LICENSE k �' __ v s� � Page 7- ORDINANCE N0. 734 4. Renewal Pei°son renew�ng their l�cense issued under t�is article after the expiration pate shall be charged the full annual license fee. No prorated license fee shall be allowed. 5. Specific Trades Licensed L�censes shall be obtained by every person engagtng �n the fo7lowing businesses or work in accordance with the appl�cable ordinances of the City of Fridley: A. General contractors in the business of buildtng � construction. B. Masonry and br�ck work C. Roofing D. Plastering, stucco work, sheet rock taping. E. Heating, ventilation and refrigeratton F. Gas piping, gas serv�ces, gas equipment �nstallat7on G. Oil heating and piping work. H. Excavations, including excavation for footings, basements, sewer and water line installation I. Wrecking of build�ngs. J. Sign erect�on, construct�on, and repair, rncluding billboards and electrical signs. K. Blacktopp�ng and asphalt work L. Chimney Sweeps 6. Employees and Subcontractors A license granted to a general contractor under thts section shall include the right to perform all of the work tncludetl in his general contract. Such licenses shall include any or all of the persons performing the work which is classified and listed in this Code providing that each person performing such work is in the regular employ and qualified under State � law and the provis�ons of this Building Coae to perform such work. In these cases, the yeneral contractor shall be responsible for all of the work so performed. Sub-contractors on any work shall be required to comply with the sections of this Code pertaining to license, bond, qualifications, etc., for h�s/her particular type of work. 7. Suspension and Revocat�on Generally The C�ty Council shall have the power to suspend or revoke the l�cense of any person licensed under the regulations of this section, whose work �s found to be tmproper or defecttve or so unsafe as to �eopardize life or property providing the person holding such license is given twenty (20) days notice and granted the opportunity to be heard before such action is taken. If and when such notice is sent to the legal address of the l�censee and they fail or refuse to appear at the said hearing, the�r license w�ll be automatically suspended or revoked five (5) days after date of heartng. � Page 8- ORDINANCE N0. 734 8. T�me of Suspens�on When a license issued under this sect�on�s suspended, the per�od of suspension shall be not less than thirty (30) days nor more than one (1) year, such period be�ng determ�ned by the City Counci l. 9. Revocation, Reinstatement When any person holding a license as prov�ded herein has been convicted for the second time by a court of law for violation � of any of the provisions of th�s Code, the City Council shall revoke the license of the person so convictetl. Such person may not make appltcatton for a new ltcense for a pertod of one year. 10. Permit To Homeowners The owner of any single famtly property may perform work on property which the owner occupies so long as the work when performed ts in accordance with the codes of the City and for such purpose a pettnit may be granted to such owner without a license obtained. 11. State Licensed Contractors Excepted Those persons who possess valitl master licenses �ssued by the State of Minnesota shall not be required to obtain a license from the City; they shall, however, be requ7red to file proof of the existence of a valtd master's l�cense together with proof of satisfactory Workmen's Compensation Insurance coverage. 12. Public Servtce Corporations Excepted � Public Service Corporations shall not be required to obtain ltcenses for work upon or in connection with their own property except as may 6e provided 6y other ordinances. 13. Manufacturers Excepted Manufacturers shall not be required to obtain licenses for work incorporated w�thin equipment as part of manufacturing except as may be provided by other sections of this Code. 14. Assumption Df Liability This section shall not be construed to affect the responsibility or l�ability of any party owning, operating, controlling, or installtng the above descrtbed work for damages to persons or property caused by any defect there�n; nor shall the City of Fridley be held as assuming any such 17ability by reason of the 7icensing of persons, firms or corporat�ons engaged in such work. � �� � �;a Page 9- ORDINANCE N0. 734 206.07. UTILITY EXCAVATIONS 1. Permit Required Before any work is performed which includes cutt�ng a cur6 or excavation on or under any street or curbing a permit shall be applied for from the City. The Public Works �epartment shall verify the locat�on of the watermain and sanitary sewer connections before any excavation or grading shall be permitted on the premises. The permtt shall spectfy the location, width, length, and depth of the necessary excavat�on. It shall further state the specificattons and condition of public facility restoratton. Such specifications shall require the public facilities to be restored to at least as good a condition as they were prior to commencement of work. Concrete curb and gutter or any street patch�ng shall be constructed and �nspected by the City, unless spec�fied otherw�se. Z. �eposit - Required Where plans and specifications indicate that proposed work includes connection to santtary sewer, watermatn, a curb cut, or any other disrupt�on that may cause damage to the facilities of the City, the application for permit shall 6e accompanied by a two hundred dollar ($200.00) cash deposit as a guarantee that all restorat�on work will be completed and C�ty facilities left in an undamaged conditton. The requtrement of a cash tlepostt shall not apply to any public ut�lity corporations franchised to do business within the City. 3. Maximum Depostt No person shall be requiretl to have more than four hundred dollars (�400.00) on depos�t with the C�ty at any one ttme by reason of this section; provided that such deposit shall be su6,7ected to compliance with all the requtrements of this division as to all butlding perm�ts issued to such person prior to the depos�t being refunded. � 5 Inspections A. Before any backfill�ng is done tn an excavation approved under th�s diviston, the C�ty shall be notifted for a review of the conditions of construction. B. During and after restoratton the City Engineer or h�s des�gnate shall inspect the work to assure compliance. Return of �epos�t The City Engineer shall authorize refuntlment of the deposit when restorat�on has been completed to satisfactory compliance with this section. UTILITY EXCAVATIONS 1 1 , Page 10 - OR�INANCE N0. 734 6. Forfeiture of Deposit Any person who fails to complete any of the requirements shall forfeit to the City such portion of the depos�t as is necessary to pay for having such work done. 206.08. BUILDING SITE REQUIREMENTS 1. General � In add�tion to the provisions of this article, all building site requ�rements of the C�ty's Zontng Code chapter 205 and additions shall be followed before a bu�ldtng perm�t may be issued. 2. Utiltties and Street Required No butlding permit shall be �ssued for any new construction unless and until all utilit�es are installed in the public street ad�acent to the parcel of land to be �mproved and the rough grading of the ad,7acent street has been completed to the extent that adequate street access to the parcel is available. 3. Trailer Proh�bitions Except in a trailer or mo6ile home park, the removal of wheels from any trailer, or the remode7ing of a tra�ler through the construction of a foundatton or the enclosure of the space between the base of the trailer and the ground, or through the construction of addittons to provide extra floor space will not be considered as conforming with the C�ty's Building Code in any respect and w�ll, therefore be proh�bited. � 4. Equipment And Matertal Storage No construction equipment and/or material perta�ning to construction shall be stored on any property w�thin the City w�thout a valid 6uilding permit. When construction is completed and a Certtf�cate of Occupancy has been �ssued, any construction equipment or materials must be removed within thirty (30) days from the issuance date on the Certificate of Occupancy. 5. Construction Work Hours It shall be unlawful for any person or company acting as a contractor for payment, to engage in the construct�on of any build�ng, structure or utility including but not limited to the making of any excavation, clearing of surface land, and loading or unloading materials, equipment or supplies, anywhere tn the City except between the hours of 7•00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M., Monday through Fr�day and between the hours of � BUIL�ING SITE REQUIREMENTS �� � s Page 11 - ORDINANCE N0. 734 9:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. on Saturdays and legal national hol�days. However, such activity shall be lawful �f an alternate hours work perm�t therefore has been issued by the City upon application in accordance with requirements of the paragraph below. It shall be unlawful to engage in such work or activity on Sunday or any legal national holiday unless an alternate hours work perm�t for such work has first been issued. Nothing in this ordinance shall 6e construed to prevent any work necessary to prevent in�ury to persons or property at any time. 6. Alternate Hours Work Perm�t Application for an alternate hours work permit shall be made �n writing to the City Manager and shall state the name of the applicant and his business address, the location of the proposed work and the reason for seeking a permit to do such work, as well as the estimated ttme of the proposed operations. No such permit shall be issued excepting where the public welfare will be harmed by fa�lure to perform the work at the times indicated. 7. Safeguards Warntng barrtcades and lights shall be maintained whenever necessary for the protection of pedestr�ans and traffic; and temporary roofs over sidewalks shall be constructed whenever there is danger from falltng articles or materials to pedestrians. 206.09. DRAINAGE AND GRADING l. Investtgation After a 6u�lding permit has 6een applied for and prior to the issuance of said permit, the City shall thoroughly investi- gate the existtng drainage features of the property to be used. 2. Obstruct�on of Natural Drainage Prohibtted No building permit shall be issued for the construction of any building on which construction or necessary grading thereto shall obstruct any natural drainage waterway. 3. Undrainable Lands No building permit shall be issued for the construction of any building upon ground which cannot be properly drained. DRAINAGE AND GRA�ING �� J � � � i � Page 12 - ORDINANCE N0. 734 4. Protection of Existing Drainage Installat�ons Where appltcatton is made for a bu�ld�ng permit and su6sequent investigatton shows that the property to be occupied by said build�ng is ad�acent to a portion of a pu6ltc road or street contaim ng a dratnage culvert, catch basin, sewer, special dttch or any other artificial drainage structures used for the purpose of draining said property and/or neighboring property, the applicant shall specifically agree in wr�t�ng to protect these waterways in such a way that they shall not be affected by the proposed 6u�lding construction or grading work incidental thereto. 5. Order to Regrade The City may order the applicant to regrade property if existing grade does not conform to any provision of this div�s�on, tf the grade ind�cated tn the prel�minary plan has not been followed, or if the grade poses a drainage problem to ne�gh6oring properties. 206.10. WATERS, WATERWAYS Definition As used in this section, the terms waters and/or waterways shall include all public waterways as deftned 6y Minnesota Statutes Section 105.38 and shall also include all bodies of water, natural or artificial, �ncluding ponds, streams, lakes, swamps, and ditches which are a part of or contr�bute to the collect�on, runoff, or storage waters within the city or directly or indirectly affect the collection, transportation, storage, or disposal of the storm and surface waters system in the City. 2. Permit Required No person shall cause or permit any waters or waterways to be created, dammed, altered, f�lled, dredged, or el�mtnated, or cause the water level elevation thereof to be artificially altered without ftrst securing a permit from the C�ty and the State. 3. Application for Permit Applicattons for permits required by the provisions of this arttcle shall be made in writing upon printed forms fur mshed by the City Clerk. 4. Scope of Proposed Work Applications for permits requ�red 6y this section shall be accompanied with a complete and detailed description of the proposed work together with complete plans and topographtcal survey map clearly illustrattng the proposed work and its effect upon existing waters and water handling facilittes. WATERS, WAT ER WA Y S Er r �� � �� Page 13 - ORDINANCE N0. 734 5. Fees A fee of twenty-f�ve dollars (�25.D0) shall be paid to the City and upon the fil�ng of an applicat�on for a perm�t required by the prov�sions of this section to defray the costs of �nvestigating and considering such application. 206.11. PENALTIES PENALTIES Any v�olation of th�s chapter is a m�sdemeanor and is sub,7ect to all penalt�es provided for such v�olations under the � provisions of Chapter 901 of this Code. ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 13TH DAY OF �ULY, 1981 1��� �� MAYOR - WILLIAM . NEE ATTEST: ��"' �. t� C � CITY CLERK - SIDNEY C. INMAN First Reading. June 15, 1981 Second Reading: Ju y 13, 1981 Publ�shed . July 22, 98 0156A/1399A/ � �