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Ord. No. 30-06-1898ORDINANCE NO. 30 --06 -1 898 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR A TECHNICAL AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING SECTION 20- 3.6(T) ENTITLED "GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS FOR PERMANENT GENERATORS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONE DISTRICTS" IN ORDER TO CORRECT A TECHNICAL ERROR RELATED TO THE MINIMUM DISTANCE A GENERATOR MUST BE FROM ANY WINDOW, DOOR OR OPENING INTO A DWELLING; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE WHEREAS, the City Commission on March 7, 2006 adopted Ord. No. 09 -06 -1877 amended the Land Development Code to create Section 20- 3.6(T) establishing requirements and standards for the installation of permanent generators; and WHEREAS, it has been determined that one. criteria in the City's Land Development Code concerning the location of generators was not consistent with the Florida Building Code.; and WHEREAS, the City's Land Development Code requires that generators (and generator exhaust) be located at least five feet from any window, door or other opening, however, the Florida Building Code in Sections 401.5.1 and M1602 (1)(2) mandates that intake openings (windows, doors, other openings) must not be located within 10 feet of any hazardous or noxious contaminants; and 4 WHEREAS, in order to assure that residents and applicants do not submit plans which will not be accepted, t is proposed that subparagraph Section 20- 3.6(T)(D)(4) be amended to read "as set forth in the Florida Building Code "; and WHEREAS, the Planning Board at its October 10, 2006 meeting, after public hearing , approved a motion by a vote of 5 ayes 0 nays recommending that the proposed Land Development Code technical amendment pertaining to the location of generators be adopted; and WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to accept the recommendations of the Planning Board and enact the aforesaid amendment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MUM, FLORIDA: ,Section 1. That Section 20- 3.6(T)(D)(4) of the Land Development Code is hereby amended to read as follows: "(D) Criteria (1) Location. Permanent generators shall only be permitted on improved property with a principal structure and installed behind the front fagade of the structure. (2) Setbacks. The generator shall be installed a minimum of 12. S feet from the side and rear property lines. (3) Noise. The maximum noise output from the generator cannot exceed 65dB (decibels) at the minimum setback. (4) Emissions. (a) Generator shall be located at a minimum distance away from any window, door, or other opening into the dwelling as set forth in the Florida Building Code. Ord. No. 30 -06 --1898 2 (b) Generator's exhaust shall be located at a minimum distance away f from any window, door, or opening into the dwelling as set forth in the Florida Building Code, and a minimum of 15 feet from any window, door, or opening of adjacent properties. (c) A battery powered carbon monoxide detector shall be purchased and placed at the nearest window, door, or opening into the dwelling. (d) The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California EPA Air Resources Board test and certify small engines for minimal emissions: (i) If the proposed generator is EPA or CARE certified, the generator shall be deemed to meet safe emissions standards. (ii) If the generator is not EPA or GARB certified, the Building Department shall make a determination if the generator submitted by the applicant will result in emissions performance which are equivalent to the above standards. (5) Electrical requirements, generally: a) Electrical permit for the installation of the generator shall be obtained by the licensed electrician or the electrician's agent. " Section 3. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed. Section 4. If any section, clause, sentence, or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, this holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. Section 5. This ordinance shall be effective immediately after the adoption hereof. PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2006 ATTEST: APPROVED: CITY CLERK MAYOR 1St Reading - 11/13/06 2`1 Reading- 12/5/06 ■: 4W." 107s\i•IITOaa:Z8]►1aII7:%1 0 Eel I Eel :4►yj� COMMISSION VOTE: 5-0 Mayor Feliu: Yea Vice Mayor Wiscombe: Yea Commissioner Palmer: Yea Commissioner Birts Yea Commissioner Beckman: Yea NOTE: New wording underlined; wording to be removed indicated by strike - through. P :\Comm Items\2006 \11- 7- 06\LDC Tech Amend Ord.doc South Miami H-AmEnCaUy CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI 1 r OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER INTER - OFFICE MEMORANDUM 2200' To: The Honorable Mayor Feliu and Members of the City Commission Via: Yvonne S. McKinley, City Manager' From: Sanford A. Youkilis, Acting Planning Direeto%, /V UU Date: December 5, 2006 ITEM No._____;_.,_ Subject AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR A TECHNICAL AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING SECTION 20- 3.6(1) EN'T'ITLED "GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS FOR PERMANENT GENERATORS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONE DISTRICTS" IN ORDER TO CORRECT A TECHNICAL ERROR RELATED TO THE MINIMUM DISTANCE A GENERATOR MUST BE FROM ANY WINDOW, DOOR OR OPENING INTO A DWELLING; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Background The City Commission on March 7, 2006 adopted Ordinance No. 09 -06 -1877 amending the Land Development Code in order to establish requirements and standards for the installation of permanent generators (Section 20- 3.6(T). In the past several months it was discovered that one criteria in the City's Land Development Code concerning the location of the generator was not consistent with the Florida Building Code. The criteria is the requirement that generators (and generator exhaust) be located at least five feet from any window, door or other opening. The Florida Building Code in Sections 401.5.1 and M1602 (1)(2) both mandate that intake openings (windows, doors, other openings) must not be located within 10 feet of any hazardous or noxious contaminants. (Attached). The Planning Board at its October 10, 2006, after public hearing, voted 5 ayes 0 nays to recommend that the LDC Section 20- 3.6(T)(D)(4) pertaining the location of a generator be revised to read " be placed .IO feet from any window, door, or opening into the dwelling. Recommendation: Following the Planning Board's meeting several members of the Administration have suggested that instead of a specific distance the amendment should read "located at a minimum distance... as set forth in the.Florida Building Code ", so that City's LDC will not have to be changed if the Florida Building Code is revised. It is recommended that the proposed amendment with the revision stated in the previous sentence be approved on first reading. Backup Documentation: Draft Ordinance Planning Department Staff Report 10 -10 -06 Excerpt Planning Board Minutes 10 -10 -06 SAY P.\Comm Items12000 1- 7- 061LDC Tech Amend CM Report.doc South Miami AI[- AmericaNy 1 1 2001 To: Honorable Chair and Date: October 10, 2006 Planning Board Members From: Sanford A. Youkili Acting Planning D r t Re: LDC Amendment Generator Location: Technical Correction PB -06 -028 Applicant: City of South Miami AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR A TECHNICAL AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING SECTION 20- 3.6(T) ENTITLED "GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS FOR PERMANENT GENERATORS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONE DISTRICTS IN ORDER TO CORRECT A TECHNICAL ERROR RELATED TO THE MINIMUM DISTANCE A GENERATOR MUST BE FROM ANY WINDOW, DOOR OR OPENING INTO A DWELLING; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE BACKGROUND The City Commission on March 7, 2006 adopted Ord. No. 09 -06 -1877 amending the Land Development Code in order to establish requirements and standards for the installation of permanent generators (Section 20- 3.6(T). The process created is a two step operation requiring the Planning Department to review the location and site plan and the Building Department to review electrical, mechanical, structural and safety aspects of the applications. Approximately thirty applications have been processed. TECHNICAL CORRECTION In the past several months it was discovered that one criteria in the City's Land Development Code concerning the location of the generator was not consistent with the Florida Building Code. The criteria is the requirement that generators (and generator exhaust) be located at least rive feet from any window, door or other opening. The Florida Building Code in Sections 401.5.1 and M1602 (1)(2) both mandate that intake openings (windows, doors, other openings) must not be located within 10 feet of any hazardous or noxious contaminants. (Attached). LDC PROPOSED AMENDMENT It is proposed that subparagraph Section 20- 3.6(T)(D)(4) be amended to read: (new wording underlined wording to be removed shown with strikethrough) "(D) Criteria (1) Location. Permanent generators shall only be permitted on improved property with a principal structure and installed behind the front fagade of the structure. LDC Amendmentl October 10, 2006 Page 2 of 2 (2) Setbacks. The generator shall be installed a minimum of 12.5 feet from the side and rear property lines. (3) Noise. The maximum noise output from the generator cannot exceed 65dB (decibels) at the minimum setback (4) Emissions. (a) Generator shall be installed at leash 10 ten feet away from any window, door, or other opening into the dwelling. (b) Generator's exhaust shall be placed 10 ten feet from any window, door, or opening into the dwelling, and a minimum of 15 feet from any window, door, or opening of adjacent properties. (c) A battery powered carbon monoxide detector shall be purchased and placed at the nearest window, door, or opening into the dwelling. (d) The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California EPA Air Resources Board test and certify small engines for minimal emissions: (i) If the proposed generator is EPA or CARB certified, the generator shall be deemed to meet safe emissions standards. (ii) If the generator is not EPA or CARE certified, the Building Department shall make a determination if the generator submitted by the applicant will result in emissions performance which are equivalent to the above standards. (5) Electrical requirements, generally: a) Electrical permit for the installation of the generator shall be obtained by the licensed electrician or the electrician's agent. " RECOMMENDATION The correction to the criteria section as shown above will bring the City's requirements in line with the Florida Building Code and will avoid any misunderstanding during the permitting. process. It is recommended that the proposed technical amendment be approved. Attachments: Ordinance No. 09 -06 -1877 Building Code Sections 401.5.1 and M1602 (1)(2) Public Notices SAY P:IPBTB Agendas Staff Reports12006 Agendas Staff Reports110- 10- 061PB -06 -028 LDC Tech Amend Report.doc ORDINANCE NO. 09-06-1877 AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMIVIISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIANU, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIANH9 FLORIDA TO ADD SECTION 20.3.6 (S) ENTITLED GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND - STANDARDS FOR PERMANENT GENERATORS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONE DISTRICTS; PROVIDING - FOR SEVERABILITY, ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT, AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the citizens of South Miami have asked the City to create provisions for permanent generators in residential areas; and WHEREAS, the proposed ordinance is based upon the most current national and local standards for safety, nuisance control, and environmental health; and WHEREAS, the Planning Board at its January 31, 2006 meeting, after a public hearing, adopted a motion by a vote of 7 ayes 0 nays, recommending approval of the proposed amendment; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission desire to accept the recommendation of the Planning Board and enact the aforesaid amendment. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMIVIISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA THAT: Section I. The South Miami Land Development Code is hereby amended by adding a new Section as follows: SECTION 20.3.6.(S) GENERAL REOUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS FOR PERMANENT GENERATORS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONE DISTRICTS A Intent and Purpos e The intent and purpose of this section is to regulate the . use and installation of permanent_ generators in residential zone districts using standards listed herein. (B) Definitions For pgMoses of this section., the following definitions shall apply; Decibel - A logarithmic measure of sound. Pertaining to ggneratoTs, the required decibel level of the generator shall be listed in the generator manual or be measured Ord. No. 09--06 -1877 by a sound engineer or other qualified individual as approved by the Building Department Decibel Measurement - Decibels shall be measured according to industry standards by a ualified individual at the abutting roe line. Extemally -filled generator -- A permanent_ generator which receives fuel from an external source thus needing to be manually refueled in order to work properly. This is accomplished through pouring fuel into an intake area (e.g. gasoline) or connectinn containers of fuel to an intake valve (e.g. pro ane . Intemall -filled enerator - A ermanent enerator which receives fuel from an intemal source. This is accomplished through a permanent connection to a fuel source thus avoidin g manual refueling Le. g. natural gas). Submittal Re uirements (1) Installation of permanent generators in two - family, townhouseo_r_multi- family zone districts shall be subject to all requirements set forth in this Section and shall also be required to receive approval via the Special Use process, in accordance with procedures set forth in Section 20 -5.5. 2) Installation -of permanent generators in all residential zones shall undergo the following process: (1) Planning Department Submittal: (a) Site plan drawings and specifications shall be submitted showing the location of the property, the placement of -the generator on the property, location of all doors, _windows and other openings into the dwelling and each distance from the generator, measurements and placement of exhaust of _the generator, setback from abutting property Lies), and screening bTe, size, and measurements. (b) A �My of the generator's user manual, listing specifications for the generator. (c) Any other information as deemed necessary_ by the Planning Department. (2) Building Department Application -- Upon site plan and screening approval bX the Planning Department, an application and submittal process to the B_ uilding De artment shall have the following requirements: (a) enumerated list of each electrical device _ that will be input into the generator, the required amount of voltage needed to power the electrical device, and calculations showing the output of the generator is not exceeded bX the input of electrical devices (b) Proof of purchase of an indoor, battery - powered carbon monoxide detector. Vic) Signed affidavit by a licensed electrician stating the installation will follow the re uirements of this ordinance any other applicable ci ,Ord. No. 09 -06 -1877 ordinances, the National Electric Code, the Florida Building Code. and any other requirement of law having jurisdiction over the process listed herein. (d) Approved Planning Department information Izsted in (C)(1) „of_this ordinance. (e) Any other information as deemed necess by- the Buildin Department. (3) If the generator is an externally fuel filled generator, then the applicant shall submit the following to the Planning_ Department and the Building Department: (a) Description and specifications of the type of containers that will be used to store the fuel. (b) The area at the dwelling where fael will be stored. (c) Fuel containers shall be kept outside pursuant to the "South Florida Fire Prevention Code”, Chapter 14- _Article III of the Miami -Dade Countv Code of Ordinances and shall be held in an ant)roved area and roperly screened (D) Criteria 1) Location. Permanent generators shall only be permitted on improved nro with a print gal structure and installed behind the front facade of the structure. (2) Setbacks._ The generator shall be installed a minimum of 12.5 feet from the side and rear property lines. (3) Noise. The maximum noise output from the generator cannot exceed 65dB Ldecibelsl at the nLmum setback. (4) Emissions. (a) Generator shall be installed at least five feet away from any window, door, or other opening into the dwelling. (b) Generator's_ exhaust_ shall be placed five feet from any window, door, or Mening into the dwellin& and a minimum of 15 feet from any window door, or opening of adla.cent properties. (c) A batterY.powered carbon monoxide detector shall be purchased and placed at the nearest window, door, or opening into the dwelling. (d) The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California EPA Air Resources Board test and certify small. engines for minimal emissions: (i) If the proposed generator is EPA or CARB_ certified, the eg nerator shall be deemed to meet safe emissions standards. (ii) If the generator is not EPA or CARE certified, the Building Department shall make a determination_ if the generator submitted by the applicant_ will result in emissions performance which are ecwivalent to the above standards. (5) EIectrical requirements, generally: a) Electrical_ permit for the installation of the generator shall be obtained by the licensed electrician or the electrician's agent. Ord. No. 04--06 -1877 b) The input of electrical devices into the generator shall not exceed the output of the generator. c) Any change in electrical inputs into the generator shall receive prior approval from the Building Department and shall be performed by a licensed electrician. ApRlicant shall resubmit afl-necessM items listed in Section C herein. d) The generator shall be certified by the Underwriters LabordtoKy aM for electrical safety, (6) Gas Supply, internally; a) An internal- gas supply into a generator shall be installed by an appropriate licensed professional and the professional shall obtain all proper and necessary permits. b) All specifications and information concerning an intemal gas feed shall be submitted with all other necessary► information required. (7) Gas Supply extemally. (a) In order to assure safety from fumes -- spillage, and other safety precautions, the Building Department shall examine and have the power to approve: (i) Type of fuel, (ii) Fuel storage containers, and, (iii) Outdoor fuel holding area (b) The Planning Department will examine site plans for an outside fuel storage area and gppLopriatp screening. (c) The applicant shall submit all information required under (Q)(2 )(g) of this ordinance. Usage The use of permanent generators shall be permitted only during the following_ (1) General power outage. (a) shut -off immediately after utilities are restored (2) Testing. (a) Shall be as set forth in the manufacturer's specification for the installed unit. (b) Only during the period 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (b) Testing shall not exceed 30 minutes Fees 1) A $50 fee shall be paid to the Planning Department as part of the site plan inspection. (2) A.ddifional fees shall_ be established_ pursuant to Ordinance _No._ 15 -04 -1822, as amended, "Processing Fee Schedule ", of the City of South Miami. (3) If the generator is externally filled, or does not meet emissions certifications standards, the Planning Department or Building Department_ may have to assess ,Ord. No. 04--06 --1877 additional fees to the applicant for research into whether or not the generator meets safe emissions standards. G Final Inspection (l) Applicant shall setup a final site plan inspection with the Planning Department within seven 0 days of final installation and screening ofVermanent generator and _outdoor fuel stora a arm where a licable. (2) No later than six months folloMW tthe approval for a permanent generator the applicant shall schedule a final inspection with the Department for verification and acceptance of the final work authorized. Q- Failure to meet final inspection deadlines sh Il: a Prohibit the installation and use of the permanent generator, and {b) Cancel the application process and force applicant to reapply to the Planning Department and Building, Department and rgy all appropriate fees or {e) Force the ap Meant to immediately remove the generator from the prop with notice, if there is no compliance Section 2. if any section, clause, sentence, or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, this holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. Section 3 All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed. Section 4. This ordinance shall be effective immediately after the adoption hereof PASSED AND ADOPTED this L_^— day of NiZa, 2006 ATTEST: CLERK 1't Reading – 2 / 21 / 0 6 2"d Reading – 3/7/06 READ AND APPROVED AS TO FORM: CITY ATTORrIEY E:lComm It=si200613- 7- 06\P13- 06-003 LDC Amend Generator Ord. doe APPROVED: R C MAYOR COMMISSION VOTE: 5-0 Mayor FeHu: Yea Vice Mayor Wiscombe: Yea Commissioner Palmer. Yea Commissioner Birts - Cooper. Y ea Commissioner Beekman: Yea CHAPTER 4 VENTILATION SECTION 401 GENERAL, 401.1 ,Scope. This chapter shall govern the ventilation of spaces within a building intended to be occupied. This chapter does not govern the requirements for smoke control systems. 401.2 Ventilation required. Every occupied space shall be ventilated by natural means in accordance with Section 402 or by mechanical means in accordance with Section 403. 401.3 Whenrequired. Ventilation shallbeprovided during the periods that the room or space is occupied. 401.4 Exits. Equipment and ductwork for exit enclosure venti- lation shall comply with one of the following items: 1. Such equipment and ductwork shall be located exterior to the building and shall be directly connected to the exit en- closure by ductwork enclosed in construction as required by the Florida Building Code, Building for shafts. 2. Where such equipment and ductwork is located within the exit enclosure, the intake air shall be taken directly from the outdoors and the exhaust air shall be discharged di- rectly to the outdoors, or such air shall be conveyed through ducts enclosed in construction as required by the Florida Building Code, Building for shafts. 3. Where located within the building, such equipment and ductwork shall be separated from the remainder of the building, including other mechanical equipment, with construction as required by the Florida Building Code, Building for shafts. In each case, openings into fire- resistance -rated construc- tion shall be limited to those needed for maintenance and oper- ation and shall be protected by self- closing fire - resistance -rated devices in accordance with the Florida Build- ing Code, Building for enclosure wall opening protectives. Exit enclosure ventilation systems shall be independent of other building ventilation systems. 401.5 Opening location. Outdoor air exhaust and intake open- ings shall be located a minimum of 10 feet (3048 mm) from lot lines or buildings on the same lot. Where openings front on a street or public way, the distance shall be measured to the cen- terline of the street or public way. Exception. Group R -3. 4015.1 Intake openings. Mechanical and gravity outside air intake openings shall be located a minimum of 10 feet (3045 min) from any hazardous or noxious contaminant, such as vents, chimneys, plumbing vents, streets, alleys, parking lots and loading docks, except as otherwise speci- fied in this code. Fresh air intakes shall not be located closer than 10 feet (3048 mm) from any chimney or vent outlet, or sanitary sewer vent outlet. . 401.5.2 Exhaust openings. Outdoor exhaust openings shall be located so as not to create a nuisance. Exhaust air shall not be directed onto walkways. 401.5.3 Flood hazard. See Section 301.14. 401.6 Outdoor opening protection. Air exhaust and intake openings that terminate outdoors shall be protected with corro- sion- resistant screens, louvers or grilles. Openings in louvers, grilles and screens shall be sized in accordance with Table 401.5, and shall be protected against local weather conditions. Outdoor air exhaust and intake openings located in exterior walls shall meet the provisions for exterior wall opening protectives in ac- cordance with the Florida Building Code, Building. TABU= 401.6 OPENING SIZES IN LOUVERS, GRILLES AND SCREENS PROTECTING OUTDOOR EXHAUST AND AIR INTAKE OPENINGS For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm. 401.7 Contaminant sources. Stationary local sources produc- ing air -borne particulates, heat, odors, fumes, spray, vapors, smoke or gases in such quantities as to be irritating or injurious to health shall be provided with an exhaust system in accor- dance with Chapter 5 or a means of collection and removal of the contaminants. Such exhaust shall discharge directly to an approved location at the exterior of the building. SECTION 402 NATURAL. VENTILATION 402.1 Natural ventilation. Natural ventilation of an occupied space shall be through windows, doors, louvers or other open- ings to the outdoors. The operating mechanism for such open- ings shall be provided with ready access so that the openings are readily controllable by the building occupants. 402.2 Ventilation area required. The minimum openable area to the outdoors shall be 4 percent of the floor area being venti- lated. MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM OPENING SIZES IN LOUVERS, GRILLES AND SCREENS MEASURED IN ANY OUTDOOR OPENING TYPE DIRECTION Exhaust openings Not < I14 inch and not > 1/a inch Intake openings in residential Not < 1/4 inch and not > 11, inch ocepancies Intake openings in other than > 1/4 inch and not > 1 inch residential occupancies For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm. 401.7 Contaminant sources. Stationary local sources produc- ing air -borne particulates, heat, odors, fumes, spray, vapors, smoke or gases in such quantities as to be irritating or injurious to health shall be provided with an exhaust system in accor- dance with Chapter 5 or a means of collection and removal of the contaminants. Such exhaust shall discharge directly to an approved location at the exterior of the building. SECTION 402 NATURAL. VENTILATION 402.1 Natural ventilation. Natural ventilation of an occupied space shall be through windows, doors, louvers or other open- ings to the outdoors. The operating mechanism for such open- ings shall be provided with ready access so that the openings are readily controllable by the building occupants. 402.2 Ventilation area required. The minimum openable area to the outdoors shall be 4 percent of the floor area being venti- lated. Duct penetrations through any part of the ceiling, walls or floor of a mechanical closet shall have sufficient space between surrounding ceiling, walls or floor and any duct or plenum pen- etration to allow for sealing of the penetration and inspection of the seal. Clothes washers, clothes dryers, combustion water heaters and atmospheric combustion furnaces shall not be located in mechanical closets used as return air plenums. M1601101 Approved air barriers. The following air bar- riers are approved for use in mechanical closets: 1. One -half inch (12.7 mm) thick or greater gypsum wallboard, taped and sealed. 2. Other panelized materials having inward facing sur faces with an air porosity no greater than that of a duct product meeting Section 22 of UL 181 which are sealed on all interior surfaces to create a continuous air barrier. M1601.10.2 Approved closure systems. The following closure systems are approved for use in mechanical closets: 1. Gypsum wallboard joint compound over taped joints between gypsum wallboard panels. 2. Sealants complying with the product and application standards of Section M1601.6.3.1 for fibrous glass ductboard; 3. A suitable long -life caulk or mastic compliant with the locally adopted mechanical code for all applica- tions. M1601.11 Enclosed support platforms. Enclosed support platforms located between the return air inlet(s) from condi- tioned space and the inlet of the air handling unit or furnace, shall contain a duct section constructed entirely of rigid metal, rigid fibrous glass duct board, or flexible duct which is con- structed and sealed according to the respective requirements of Section M1601.3 and insulated according to the requirements of Section 13 -610 of Chapter 13 of the Florida Building Code, Building. The duct section shall be designed and constructed so that no portion of the building structure, including adjoining wails, floors and ceilings, shall be in contact with the return air stream or function as a component of this duct section. The duct section shall not be penetrated by a refrigerant line chase, refrigerant line, wiring, pipe or any object other than a component of the air distribution system. Through -wall, through -floor and through- ceiling penetra- tions into the duct section shall contain a branch duct which is fabricated of rigid fibrous glass duct board or rigid metal and which extends to and is sealed to both the duct section and the grille side wall surface. The branch duct shall be fabricated and attached to the duct insert in accordance with Section M1601.5 or Section M1601.6.3, respective to the duct type used. M1601.12 Condensation. Provisions shall be made to prevent the formation of condensation on the exterior of any duct. M1601.13 Location. Ducts shall not be installed in or within 4 inrhPC (11)? mm) of the earth_ except where such ducts comply DUCT SYSTEMS M1601.14 Mechanical protection. Ducts installed in Loca- tions where they are exposed to mechanical damage by vehi- cles or from other causes shall be protected by approved barriers. M1601.15 Weather protection. All ducts including linings, coverings and vibration isolation connectors installed on the exterior of the building shall be adequately protected against the elements. M1601.16 Registers, grilles and diffusers. Duct registers, grilles and diffusers shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions, and shall have a flame spread rating not over 25 without evidence of continued pro- gressive combustion and a smoke - developed rating not over 50 when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84. Balancing damp- ers or other means of supply air adjustment shall be provided in the branch ducts or at each individual duct register, grille or dif- fuser. M1601.17 Underground ducts. Ducts shall be approved for underground installation. Metallic ducts not having an ap- proved protective coating shall be completely encased in a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm) of concrete. M1601.171 Slope. Ducts shall slope to allow drainage to a point provided with access. M1601.17.2 Sealing. Ducts shall be sealed and secured prior to pouring the concrete encasement. M1601.173 Plastic ducts and fittings. PIastic ducts shall be constructed of PVC having a minimum pipe stiffness of 8 psi (55 kPa) at 5- percent deflection when tested in accor- dance with ASTM D 2412. Plastic duct fittings shall be con- structed of either PVC or high- density polyethylene. Plastic duct and fittings shall be utilized in underground installa- tions only. The maximum design temperature for systems utilizing plastic duct and fittings shall be 150 °F (66 °C). SECTION M1602 RETURN AIR M1602.1 Return air. Return air shall be taken from inside the dwelling. Dilution of return air with outdoor air shall not be prohibited. .01602.2 Prohibited sources. Outside or return air for a forced -air heating or cooling system shall not be taken from the following locations: 1. Closer than 10 feet (3048 mm) from an appliance vent outlet, a vent opening from a plumbing drainage system or the discharge outlet of an exhaust fan, unless the outlet is 3 feet (914 mm) above the outside air inlet. 2. Where there is the presence of flammable vapors; or where located less than 10 feet (3048 mm) above the sur- face of any abutting public way or driveway; or where lo- cated at grade level by a sidewalk, street, alley or driveway. 3. A room or space, the volume of which is less than 25 per- cent of the entire volume served by such system. Where connected by a permanent opening having an area sized in accordancewith ACCA Manual D_ ndinining ronmR or j/.17/2006 19:23 3056664593 PAGE e2 Stuit Ha Builrlin Subject; Expedites of the exterior Instsllaflon of Electrical Category 38, packaged generators (internal combustion engine).' If ere_i no ald, qn- exhaust piping,, insulation,,ra Bator duct, room ventilation, remote oil or gasoline atarage; a mechanical parmh is not required. We shall review the applications for compliance to the folio-wing requirements. Florida Building Code requirements for Internal Combustion Engine Exhaust (Generators, Pumps, etc. ); +, ►1 0 . Prph� iced _sou,rce . ( ufside or return air for a forced -air heating ar cGpling system shall not, be taken from therfollowing� Iv'e #inn's: Y - 1. Closer than 10 teat (3048 mm) from an appilance vent outlet, a vent oponing from a plumbing drainage system or the'discharge outlet of an exhaust fan unless the outlef is 3 feet (914 mm) above the outside airinlet 2. Where there is the presence of tiammable vapors; or where located less than 10 feet (3043 mm) above the surface of any abutting pubiloway or driveway; or where locified at grade level by a sidewalk, street, alley or driveway. • M401.5.1 Intake openings, Mechanical and gravity outside air intake openings shall be located a minimum of 10 feet (3048 mm) from any hazardous or noxious contaminant, such as vents, chimneys, plumbing vents, streets, alleys{ parking lots and loaning docks, except as otherwise speoifed in this code. Fresh-alr intakes shall not be located closer.,than 10 feet (3046 mm) From any chimney or rant outlet, or sanitary sewer vent owlet `C windows, doors and oth .or openings into the structure are intake openings, In other words, keep,the exhaust from geWng Unto the building. ' When possible, pf, s not dimensioned or olear, should be noted to comply with to 96ove code references. Dieppeltio►n,yAl be an "N" indipating that no mechandlal work is required and the above. requirements are satisfied. - Should the requiremehf . r hot be satisfied enter a "p" and remarks explaining the reason; for rejection. HArry Shultz, Mechanical Section ,Supervisor Mlamf -Da to County Building Department 11805 S.W. 26 Street, loom 208 Mbrni, Florida 331M2474 (786) 315.2037 Phone' (788) 315 -2907 Fax Www,. r n!amided0,goov /bldg '°Delivering ,Exoallence Event pair" } sour O 1R s� CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI PLANNING BOARD Regular Meeting Action Summary Minutes Monday, October 10, 2006 City Commission Chambers 7:30 P.M. EXCERPT 1. Cali to Order and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Action: The meeting was called to order at 7:31 P.M. Action: The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison. II. Roll Call. Action: Mr. Morton, Chair, requested a roll call. Board members present constituting a quorum. Mr. Morton, Mr. Beilman, Mr. Comendeiro, Mr. Davis, and Mr. Farfan. Board members absent: Ms. Lahiff and Ms. Yates. City staff present: Sanford A. Youkilis, AICP (Acting Planning Director), Gremaf Reyes (Video Support), and Patricia Lauderman (Planning Board Secretary). TH. Planning Board Applications / Public Hearing (A)PB- 06 -02$ Applicant: City of South Miami AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR A TECHNICAL AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING SECTION 20- 3.6(T) ENTITLED "GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS FOR PERMANENT GENERATORS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONE DISTRICTS" IN ORDER TO CORRECT A TECHNICAL ERROR RELATED TO THE MINIMUM DISTANCE A GENERATOR MUST BE FROM ANY WINDOW, DOOR OR OPENING INTO A DWELLING; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Action: Mr. Youkilis . stated to the Board that on March 7, 2006 the City Commission adopted Ord. 09 -06 -1877, which amended the Land Development Code in order to establish requirements and standards for the installation of permanent generators (section Planning Board Meeting October 10, 2006 Page 2 of 2 20- 3.6(T). He also noted that the process created is a two step operation requiring the Planning Department to review the Iocation and site plan and the Building Department to review electrical, mechanical, structural and safety aspects of the applications. Mr. Youkilis indicated that in the past several months it was discovered that one criteria in the City's Land Development Code concerning the location of the generator was not consistent with the Florida Building Code which requires at least 10 feet. The criteria is the requirement that generators and generator exhaust be located at least five feet from any window, door or other opening. Mr. Youkilis explained that the proposed LDC amendment was located in subparagraph Section 20 -1 6(T)(D) Criteria (4) Emissions. Additionally, Mr. Youkilis noted that the new wording is underlined and wording that is to be removed is shown with strikethrough. (D) Criteria (4) Emissions. (a) Generator shall be installed at least five 10 ten feet away from any window, door, or other opening into the dwelling. (b) Generator's exhaust shall be placed 10 ten feet from any window, door, or opening into the dwelling, and a minimum of 15 feet from any window, door, or opening of adjacent properties. The Board agreed with staff in changing the distance requirement for the generators and generator's exhaust to be amended from five feet to -ten feet away from any openings, windows and doors. RECOMMENDATION Mr. Youkilis stated that the correction to the criteria section as explained would bring the City's requirements in line with the Florida Building Code and will avoid any misunderstandings during the permitting process. Mr. Youkilis recommended that the proposed technical amendments be approved. Chairman Morton opened the public hearing. Speakers: NAME ADDRESS SUPPORT/OPPOSE David Tucker Opposed Mr. Tucker stated he preferred that the generator be installed at 15 feet of any window or doors and that the same be done with the generator's exhaust. He indicated that he bought a guardian brand generator but that no inspector has gone for the final inspection of the unit. Chairman Morton closed the public hearing. Motion: Mr. Comendeiro moved to recommend approval of the amendment. Mr. Davis seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes 5 Nays / |I /\ } -/� \) ® ` �!`�,, ( ( {( , �)Ska °- g ;! 2) g% «> 2 2=31 . T �- % J », ;.; °3. , m ( / } / k |•,fi,- gm.. — E!lE;;� § ;&} q�4 — 1 95, 5- # / « { ' I / !,! ( IEI!l�,� #�72 — g. 2 |3 @ Cl) ! «\! \©) 2 � 222I'«!! ƒ ■# « &\ r.handy guide to this week's `Best Bets' in Wand cable I je gossip vidi your grapehit? tins goes better, with bmikfast than The 1Vfia€ni Herald, delivered. 1- 800 -441 -4444 nber 24 ... excited to sleep anyway. 1VI E LET S )A CITY 5% with Save 20% with - X. BIRD THANKSGIVING LIALS I WEEKEND COUPONS I AM FRIDAY FRIDAY- SUNDAY ONLY (after 0 AM) Ll ° �VIsS DOCKERS T L E T B GSS OUTLET 13Y MOST t4E W E S T ►artisonite_.C6.mpany Stores • Nike Factory Store :tory':Brand ;Sh'oes • Welcome Home • Perfumania ...over 45 brand -name stores! The stores fisted are - merely representative and not necessarily those participating in this sale. 'PRIME OUTLETS-- FLORIDA CITY Intersection of FI Turnpike & US1 • 88 87545 -7188 • BAZAAR IS OUR ANNUAL HOLIDAY QQ INCREDI6LEVENDORS THIS YEARt Jewelry, Ceramics, Make -up, Gifts, Judaica, Art, Housewares, Clothing,' Crafts & More COURTESY NOTICE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA On Tuesday, November 28, 2006, beginning at 7:30 p.m.r in the City Commission Chambers, 6130 Sunset Drive, the City Commission will hold Public Hearings to consider the following items: . AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE NEGOTIATION OF A LOAN IN AN AGGREGATE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $6,000,000 FROM THE FLORIDA MUNICIPAL LOAN COUNCIL; APPROVING THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION AND ERECTION OF CERTAIN CAPITAL PROJECTS; APPROVING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LOAN AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA MUNICIPAL LOAN COUNCIL; APPROVING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A BOND PURCHASE CONTRACT APPROVING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT; PROVIDING CERTAIN OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION WFFH THE MAKING OF SUCH LOAN, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI PENSION PLAN ARTICLES 16-14 BASIC BENEFIT AND ARTICLE 16 -19 CONTRIBUTIONS, PROVIDING FOR COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI AND RECOGNIZED EMPLOYEE LABOR ORGANIZATIONS. AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO A REQUESTTO AMEND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE BY DESIGNATING A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 6151 SW 63rd TERRACE 'AS AN HISTRIC SITE AND EY PLACEMENT ZONp(HP -OV) OVER THE EX STING ZONING USE DISTRICT FOR THIS PROPERTY, OVERLAY AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO A REQUEST TO AMEND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THECITY OF SOUTH MIAMI LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE BY DESIGNATING A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 6925 SW 63rd COURT AS AN HISTORIC SITE AND BY PLACEMENT OF AN HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE (HP -O) OVER THE EXISTING ZONING USE DISTRICT FOR THIS PROPERTY. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2 -26,10 RELATING TO THE PARKING AND COMMITTEE; PROVIDING FOR THE CONVERSION OF THE PARKING COMMITTEE INTO A PARKING BOARD; PROVIDING FOR APPOINTMENT, QOALIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND TERM. AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO A REQUESTTO AMENDTHE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE BY DESIGNATING THE D.J. RED BUILDING A COMMERCIAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 5850 SUNSET DRIVE AS AN HISTORIC SITE AND BY PLACEMENT OF AN HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE (HP -OV) OVER THE EXISTING ZONING USE DISTRICT FOR THIS PROPERTY. AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO BOARDS AND COMMITTEES. AMENDING SEC.2 -26 -8 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, ENTrrILED "BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE;" AMENDING MEMBERSHIP TERM; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR ORDINANCE$ IN CONFLICT AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE ^^� f !N ORDINANCE. PROVIDING FOR A TECHNICAL AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OFI r. SOUTH MIAMI LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING SECTION 20 M'ENTITLED "GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS FOR PERMANENT OTORS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONE DISTRICTS" IN ORDER' TO CORRECT A _ TECHNICAL ERROR RELATED TO THE MINIMUM DISTANCE A GENERATOR MUST BE }FROM ANY WINDOW, DOOR OR-OPENING INTO A DWELLING. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, RELATING TO A REQUEST TO ALLOW FOR THE CREATION OF LOTS °1" AND °2" ON PROPERTY SPECIFICALLY LOCATED AT 6240 SW 65TH AVENUE, SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA WITHIN AN RS -3 "LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICT AS PERMITTED BY PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO WAIVER OF PLAT AS SET FORTH IN SECTION 204.2 (B) OF THE SOUTH MIAMI LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE AND SECTION 28 -4 OF THE MIAMI DADE COUNTY CODE; THE PURPOSE OF THE WAIVER OF PLAT IS TO ALLOW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY, HOME ON LOT 'I" AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME ON LOT "2 "PROVIDING FOR A LEGAL DESCRIPTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE - Above items can be inspected. in the Cl y Clerk's Office, Monday - Friday during regular office hours. If you have any inquires on the above items please contact the City Clerk's office at; 305 663 -6326. ALL interested parties are Invited to attand and will be heard, Maria M. Meriendez, CIVIC City Clerk Purstiani tp.17erida'Staiutes 286.0105, the City hereby advises the public that if a person decides to appeal any decision made by lhls Board, Agency or Commission with respe^t to any mattarconsidered at its .meeting 6� hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that For such purpose, m w 7 Z a z a 0 J a rz x a x r a ro 0 LD