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CITY OF WEST CHICAGO
PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
ITEM TITLE:
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER: +.B.
AN ORDINANCE MODIFYING
CHAPTER 4, ARTICLE I, BUILDING CODE, FILEINUMBER ©
OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES COMMITTEE AGENDA DATE: August 21, 2023
OF THE CITY OF WEST CHICAGO COUNCIL AGENDA DATE:
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-0-0029
STAFF REVIEW: Stuart J Caravello, Chief Building Official SIGNATURE, ‘ <A, A L
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APPROVED BY CITY ADMINISTRATOR: Michael Guttman SIGNATURE.
ITEM SUMMARY:
The City of West Chicago Building Code currently enforces the 2015 International Building Code with
amendments. This ordinance would be an adoption of the 2021 International Building Code which would allow the
City of West Chicago to enforce the latest edition of the International Building Code as set forth by the
International Code Council.
No significant changes have been made to the International Building Code, but by adopting the latest edition of the
building code we will be in compliance with International Code Council mandates of adopting a code within three
cycles.
The international Code Council updates the building code every three years. (2012, 2015, 2018, 2021 etc.)
ACTIONS PROPOSED:
Consideration of the proposed adoption to the 2021 International Building Code and Illinois Plumbing
Code with amendments:
International Residential Code, 2021 w/ Appendixes A-K inclusive
International Building Code, 2021 w/ Appendixes F-J inclusive
National Electrical Code (NEC), 2020
International Fire Code, 2021
International Mechanical Code, 2021
International Fuel Gas Code, 2021
International Existing Building Code, 2021
International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2021
Illinois State Plumbing Code, 2014 (State statute)
Illinois Accessibility Code, 2018 (State statute)
International Property Maintenance Code, 2021
International Energy Code, 2021 (State statute)
NFPA 101 — Life Safety Code, 2021 (State statute)

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CITY OF WEST CHICAGO
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
Attached - Building Code Update

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ORDINANCE NO. 23-O-0029

                 AN ORDINANCE MODIFYING
             CHAPTER 4, ARTICLE I, BUILDING CODE,
             CHAPTER 7, ARTICLE II, HOUSING CODE &
               CHAPTER 11, ARTICLE II, OFFENSES
                 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES
                OF THE CITY OF WEST CHICAGO

    WHEREAS, the City of West Chicago is authorized, pursuant to the Illinois Municipal
Code, 65 ILCS 5/1-1-1 et. seq., to establish requirements relating to the regulation of
construction of buildings and other structures; and,

    WHEREAS, the City of West Chicago is a home rule unit under subsection (a) of
Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and,

    WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of West Chicago has determined that  it is
reasonable and in the best interest for the City to update its building codes from time to time to
keep pace with current building standards and practices.

    NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of West
Chicago, DuPage County, Illinois, in regular session assembled, as follows:

Section 1. Chapter Four of West Chicago Code of Ordinances is amended by adopting the
          following codes with amendments as shown in the attached exhibit:

      A.  Building Code Requirements - 2021 International Building Code

       B.  Existing Building Code Requirements - 2021 International Existing Building Code

       C.  Residential Code Requirements - 2021 International Residential Code

      D.  Electrical Code Requirements - 2020 National Electrical Code

       E.  Mechanical Code Requirements - 2021 International Mechanical Code

       F.  Fuel Gas Code Requirements - 2021 International Fuel Gas Code

      G. Plumbing Code Requirements - 2014 Illinois State Plumbing Code

      H. Plumbing Code Requirements - 2021 International Plumbing Code

           I.  Fire Protection Requirements - 2021 International Fire Prevention Code

         J.  Property Maintenance Code Requirements - 2021 International Property Maintenance

      K. Energy Code Requirements - 2018 Energy Conservation Code

       L.  Life Safety Code - 2021 NFPA 101

     M. Accessibility Requirements, from the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design
         and the 2018 Illinois Accessibility Code.

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Section 2. All ordinances and resolutions or parts thereof, in conflict with the provisions of this
          Ordinance, to the extent of each conflict, are expressly repealed.

Section 3. Upon passage, the attachment will be formatted for inclusion in a manner
           appropriate for City of West Chicago Code of Ordinances.


Section 4. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect after published in form as provided
         by law beginning January 1, 2024.


PASSED this _____ day of ___________________, 2023.


Alderman D. Beebe        ______            Alderman L. Chassee       ______

Alderman J. Sheahan       ______            Alderman H. Brown        ______

Alderman A. Hallett        ______            Alderman C. Dettmann     ______

Alderman M. Birch Ferguson ______            Alderman S. Dimas        ______

Alderman J. Smith, Jr.      ______            Alderman C. Swiatek       ______

Alderman R. Stout         ______            Alderman J. Short         ______

Alderman J. Morano       ______           Ward 7 - Vacant


APPROVED as to form:    _______________________
                                   City Attorney


APPROVED THIS ______ day of ____________, 2023.


                                          ____________________________________
                                       Mayor Ruben Pineda
ATTEST:

_________________________________
Executive Office Manager Valeria Perez

PUBLISHED:

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- CODE OF ORDINANCES
Chapter 4 - BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE |. BUILDING CODE
ARTICLE I. BUILDING CODE"
Sec. 4-1. Administration.
(a)
(b)
(d)
(e)
Title. This article shall be known as the "Building Code of the City of West Chicago."
Purpose and intent. The purpose of this article is to provide safety, health and public welfare through
structural strength and stability, means of egress, adequate light and ventilation and protection to life and
property from fire and hazards incidental to the design, construction, alteration, removal, or demolition of
buildings or structures.
Article as remedial. This article shall be construed to secure its expressed intent, which is to ensure public
safety, health and welfare insofar as they are affected by building construction, through structural strength,
adequate egress facilities, sanitary facilities, light and ventilation and fire safety; and, in general, to secure
safety to life and property from all hazards incidental to the design, erection, construction, alteration,
removal or demolition of all buildings and structures.
Application and scope of regulations.
(1) | Application of provisions: This article shall control all matters concerning the construction, alteration,
addition, repair, removal, demolition, use, location, occupancy and maintenance of all buildings and
structures, and shall apply to existing or proposed buildings and structures; except as such matters are
otherwise provided for in other ordinances or statutes, or in the rules and regulations authorized for
promulgation under the provisions of this article.
(2) | Compliance with provisions: No building or structure shall be constructed, extended, repaired, removed
or altered in violation of these provisions except for repairs as defined in subsection (3) of this section,
and except further, that the raising, lowering or moving of a building or structure as a unit necessitated
by a change in legal grade or widening of a street shall be permitted, provided the building or structure
is not otherwise altered or its use or occupancy changed.
(3) | General repairs and maintenance: Ordinary repairs to structures may be made without application or
notice to the city, but such repairs shall not include the cutting away of any wall, partition, or portion
thereof, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or bearing support, or the removal or change of
any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting the exit requirements;
nor shall ordinary repairs include addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation of any standpipe,
water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil, waste, vent or similar piping, electric wiring or
mechanical or other work affecting public health or general safety.
(4) Conflicting provisions: When the provisions contained in this article conflict with any other provision
contained in the City Code or in any state or federal statute, the most restrictive or rigid provisions
shall control.
Existing structures, structures moved into city.
‘Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 04-O-0100, § 1(Exh. A), adopted Dec. 6, 2004, deleted the former Art. |, §§ 4-1—4-11,
and enacted a new Art. | as set out herein. The former Art. | pertained to similar subject matter. For
complete derivation see the Code Comparative Table and the end of this volume.
West Chicago, Illinois, Code of Ordinances Created: 2022-11-28 99:11:45 [EST]
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(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
It shall be unlawful to use or occupy any building or structure, or part thereof, in violation of the
provisions of this article, except as otherwise provided for in this Code.
The legal use and occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of this article which has
been heretofore approved, may be continued without change, except as may be specifically provided
for in this article.
Alterations or repairs may be made to any structure without requiring the existing structure to comply
with all the requirements of this article, provided such work conforms to that required of a new
structure. Alterations or repairs shall not cause an existing structure to become unsafe or adversely
affect the performance of the building.
Alterations or repairs to an existing structure which are nonstructural and do not adversely affect any
structural member or any part of the structure having a fire resistance rating may be made with the
same materials of which the structure is constructed.
In the event a building or structure is altered or repaired beyond fifty (50) percent of its present size or
physical value, the city may require that the entire building or portions thereof be brought into
compliance with all provisions of this article.
Buildings and structures moved into or within the city shall comply with the provisions of this article for
new buildings and structures and shall not be used or occupied in whole or in part until the certificate
of occupancy has been issued by the city.
(f) Suilding-offieiet Chief Building Official.
(1)
Defined: Whenever in this article the term “building efficiak “Chief Building Official” is used, it shall
mean that person appointed by the eit+administrater City Administrator. That officer is hereby
authorized and has the duty to administer and enforce the provisions of the building code, making such
determinations, interpretations, and orders as are necessary therefore, and requiring such plats, plans
and other descriptive material in connection with applications for permits as are necessary to judge
compliance with this article.
(g) | General requirements.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
License required: All contractors performing work within city limits are required to obtain a license as
specified in Chapter 9, Article II of this Code.
Exception: Unless otherwise established by an approved intergovernmental agreement.
Occupation of streets or other public property: Streets or other public property shall not be occupied
with building materials unless approved by the building -offieiat Chief Building Official, subject to such
conditions as the building -offieiat Chief Building Official deems necessary.
Barricades required: Any person using streets or other public property for storage or construction shall
provide substantial and suitable barricades and shall provide, place and maintain proper and sufficient
lights or flares to guard and protect all traffic and passersby.
Damage to barricading: \t shall be unlawful to move, remove, turn off, extinguish, diminish or disturb
any light or barricades required by subsection (g)(3) above.
Removal of rubbish—Public property: Rubbish or excavated material which is deposited on any street
or other public property shall be removed from day to day, as rapidly as produced. Trash containers or
dumpsters shall not be placed on streets unless otherwise approved in advance by the building official
and must, where possible, be located a minimum of five (5) feet from the curb. Trash containers shall
be placed in such a manner that they do not obstruct the vision of motorists or interfere with
pedestrian traffic.
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(h)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Removal of rubbish—Private property: Rubbish or surplus materials shall not be thrown, dropped or
swept from any floor above the ground or from any roof, but shall either be carried or lowered in such
a manner as not to cause dust, and shall be removed from day to day, or placed in an approved
noncombustible container and shall be protected in such a manner as not to be blown or scattered
onto adjacent properties. Trash containers or dumpsters shall be located on private property and no
closer than five (5) feet to the property line.
Public inconvenience: All building operations shall be conducted in a manner that least inconveniences
the public and abutting property owners.
Protection of passersby: Where during construction an excavation or other hazard exists five (5) feet or
less from a public way, the contractor shall provide and maintain a barricade or fence for the
protection of passersby.
Building permits.
(1)
(2)
(3)
Permit required: No person shall begin the erection, construction, alteration or repair, demolition or
movement of any building or structure in the City of West Chicago, or begin the clearing or excavating
of the site of any proposed building or structure, or construct or maintain any driveway in or across any
public walk, parkway or curb, without first having applied for and obtained a permit in writing to do so
from the city.
Application for permit: An application for a permit shall be submitted in such form as the building
efficiat Chief Building Official may prescribe. Such application shall contain the full name and address of
the applicant and of the owner, and if the owner is a corporate body, of its responsible officer. The
application shall also list all subcontractors, addresses, phone numbers and a brief description of work
to be performed and such additional information as may be required by the building official Chief
Building Official for an intelligent understanding of the work proposed.
Required plans and information:
a. Grading plan: At the time of applying for a permit to construct a principal building, the applicant
shall submit copies of a plat of topographic survey of the lot and grading plan prepared by an
Illinois Registered Professional Engineer, and shall indicate all information as otherwise required
by the city engineer.
b. — Plans, drawings, etc.: Plans, drawings, specifications and calculations meeting all requirements of
the building code shall be presented to the building-efficiat Chief Building Official for approval
before a permit will be issued. Plans shall specifically show all design loads and occupant
capacities for all spaces and floors and shall be prepared and sealed by a registered architect
licensed in the State of Illinois.
Exception: Working drawings in sufficient detail to describe the character of the work proposed
are required for single-family residential additions, alterations, remodeling and accessory
structures.
c. To relocate a principal building, or, relocate or construct an accessory building greater than five
hundred seventy-six (576) square feet, the applicant shall submit the same information as
indicated above unless otherwise approved by the building-efficiat Chief Building Official or city
engineer.
d. Proof of compliance; improvements: A permit shall not be issued until satisfactory proof has been
submitted that an adequate and approved water supply and sewerage facilities are available;
that surface and roof drainage will not damage adjoining properties; that, to maintain the public
safety because of the activity on the property, public pedestrian walks and curbs are provided;
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(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
and that access for police and fire equipment is provided on a satisfactory, hard surface, all
weather roadway.
Alteration of plans: \t shall be unlawful to erase, alter or modify any lines, figures or coloring contained
upon drawings or plans bearing the approval stamp of the building official, or filed with him for
reference. If during the progress of the execution of such work, it is desired to deviate in any manner
affecting the construction or other essentials of the building from the terms of the application or
drawing, notice of such intention to alter or deviate shall be given to the building-officiat Chief Building
Official and approval of an amended plan showing such alteration or deviation shall be obtained before
such alteration or deviation shall be made.
Revocation of permit: The building-offieiat Chief Building Official may revoke a permit issued in case
there has been any false statement or misrepresentation as to a material fact in the application or
plans on which the permit or approval was based.
Permit for moving building or structure: Before a building or structure may be moved, the owner or
agent shall notify all utilities having service connections within the building or structure such as water,
electric, gas, sewer any other connections. A permit for moving a building or structure shall not be
issued until all utilities having service connections within the structure have been removed or sealed
and plugged in a safe manner. Route approval shall be required from the public services department
and a five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) cash bond deposited.
Commencement notice to be given: The building-efficiat Chief Building Official shall be given at least
twenty-four (24) hours' notice of the starting of work under a permit.
Payment of fees: A permit shall not be issued until all required fees have been paid.
Compliance with article: The permit shall be a license to proceed with the work and shall not be
construed as authority to violate any of the provisions of this article, except as specifically stipulated by
modification or variation.
Compliance with permit: All work shall conform to the approved application and plans for which the
permit has been issued and any approved amendments thereto.
Compliance with grading plan—Spot survey required: All new work shall be located strictly in
accordance with the approved grading plan. Two (2) copies of the platted survey, prepared by an
Illinois Registered Professional Land Surveyor shall be filed with the building -officiat Chief Building
Official within fourteen (14) days after foundation is placed. No construction will be permitted over the
foundation except for water, sewage and related items unless such platted survey has been filed and
approved by the building official.
The spot survey shall indicate the following:
a. Elevations of the top of foundation walls shall be labeled at each corner and at every break point
if steps in the foundation occur.
b. All dimensions of foundation walls.
c. Actual front, side, and rear yard setbacks.
Extension and expiration of building permit or application for building permit:
a. If, after a building permit required by this article shall have been granted, the operation called for
by such permit shall not have been started within six (6) months after the date thereof, such
permit shall be void and no operation hereunder shall be begun.
b. | Where, under authority of a permit, work has begun and has not been prosecuted for a
continuous or cumulative period of six (6) months, as determined by the building-efficiat Chief
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Building Official, all rights under such permits shall thereupon terminate and work may be
continued only after application for and issuance of a new permit. If, after a period of thirty (30)
days following the expiration of a permit, no subsequent permit has been issued, all structures or
portions thereof shall be removed and the site shall be returned to its original condition.
Where, under authority of a permit, work has not been completed within one (1) year after the
issuance of such permit and an occupancy permit issued, all rights under such permit shall
thereupon terminate and work may be continued only after application for and issuance of a new
permit. Where the construction process is expected to exceed one-year time in completion, a
schedule of completion shall be provided at the time of application for permit.
The fee for extending a permit shall be one-half (4%) the amount required for a new permit for
such work, provided no changes have been made in the original plans and specifications for such
work, and provided that such abandonment has not exceeded six (6) months.
Any application for a building permit that is approved but has not been issued within six (6)
months of notification of said approval by the city shall be void.
Any application for a building permit where the applicant has failed to respond to any request for
additional information, including but not limited to plan reviews and contractor information for a
period of more than six (6) months, said application shall be void.
No voided building permit application may be renewed. No re-application for a previously voided
permit application shall be accepted until which time all fees owed for plan review and out-of-
pocket expenses have been paid. The code in effect for a permit re-application will be that in
effect at the time said re-application is accepted.
(13) Permits for sewer and water repairs: Permits are required for sewer and water repairs. All work must
be performed in accordance with the plumbing code listed in section 4-4 of this article. All parkways
must be restored to their original condition within two (2) weeks of completion of sewer and water
repairs. Any sidewalk, which is damaged or removed, must be replaced immediately. The contractor is
responsible to ensure that the excavation is performed in a safe manner and suitable protection for the
general public shall be provided. Sewer and water excavations on private property shall be compacted,
leveled and restored to natural grade within six (6) months of the date of the issuance of the permit.
(i) | Demolition of buildings or structures.
(1) Application: Along with a completed permit application; the following information is required for
submittal for a demolition permit:
a.
Service connections: For other then sewer and water services under direct control of the city, the
owner or agent shall notify all utilities having service connections within the structure such as
electric, gas, cable, telephone and other connections of intent to demolish before a permit may
be issued. The contractor shall submit an affidavit certifying that the respective service
connections and appurtenant equipment, such as meters and regulators, have been removed or
sealed and plugged in a safe manner.
Well and septic: An approved and executed copy of the DuPage County Health Department site
evaluation permit.
City water and sewer: A copy of the city's inspection report, signed by the city administrator, or
his designee, indicating sewer and water services have been disconnected, inspected and
approved as part of a valid permit issued for disconnection of said utilities for the
property/structure in question.
Survey/plot plan: A survey or plot plan showing the buildings or structures to be demolished and
the buildings or structures to remain.
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(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
e. Environmental review: A Phase | (NESHAP) environmental report for demolition of commercial
and industrial structures.
f. Collateral: Cash, certified check, an irrevocable letter of credit or some other surety instrument
from a company authorized by the department of insurance to sell sureties in Illinois shall be
deposited with the city, in an amount equal to one hundred twenty-five (125) percent of the cost
of demolition, as determined by a written estimate from the contractor and/or the building
effieiat Chief Building Official.
Notice to adjoining owners: Written notice shall be given to the owners of adjoining lots and to the
owners of wired or other facilities, of which the temporary removal of any service is necessitated by
the proposed work, before demolition of a building or structure may begin.
Notice to building-officiel Chief Building Official: Should a person causing a demolition excavation to be
made is not afforded license to enter an adjoining structure, that person shall immediately notify in
writing both the building official Chief Building Official and the owner of the adjoining property that the
responsibility of providing support to the adjoining lot, building or structure has become the exclusive
responsibility of the owner of the adjoining property.
Lot regulation: Whenever a structure is demolished or removed, the premises shall be maintained free
from all unsafe or hazardous conditions by the proper regulation of the lot, including temporary
fencing or other measures, restoration of established grades and planting vegetation as detailed
herewith, and the erection of the necessary retaining walls and fences. Temporary fencing is subject to
the requirements of appendix A, section 7.1 of this Code.
Grading of lot: Where a structure has been demolished or removed and a building permit has not been
approved, the vacant lot shall be filled, graded and maintained in conformity to the established
elevation of the street grade at curb level nearest to the point of demolition. Provision shall be made to
prevent the accumulation of water or damage to any foundations on the premises or the adjoining
property.
Acceptable fill: Any foundations, footings or other below ground structures must be removed or
pulverized into acceptable fill. Concrete containing metal reinforcement shall not be used as fill. Any
basements or trenches must be filled with approved material.
Removal of debris: All waste materials shall be removed in a timely manner so as to prevent injury or
damage to persons, adjoining properties and public rights-of-way.
Planting of grass: After any demolition of building(s) and after removal of debris there from, black
topsoil shall be spread four (4) inches deep over the entire surface of the building site; and the soil shall
be seeded for grass or sodded within thirty (30) days of demolition or the commencement of
seasonable weather. Once seeded or sodded, the grass shall be maintained. If seeding, appropriate
erosion control measures must be taken until such seed is established as approved by the building
official.
Complete removal: Demolition must include the removal of all foundations, septic tanks, stoops, slabs,
private sidewalks, driveways and any other abandoned structures.
Inspections.
(1)
(2)
Preliminary inspections: Before issuing a permit, the building official may examine or cause to be
examined all buildings, structures and sites for which an application has been filed. Safe access to all
work being inspected must be provided at all times.
Required inspections:
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Inspections required under the provisions of this article shall be made by the building official
Chief Building Official. If an inspection has been scheduled and, in the opinion of the building
official, after arrival on the inspection site, the job is not ready or has not progressed to a point
where an inspection can be made properly, or if access is not possible to perform the inspection,
or if the job site has not been maintained free from excessive construction debris, or, upon re-
inspection, not all previously identified code violations have been corrected, a seventy-five dollar
($75.00) re-inspection fee may be charged. No further inspections shall be made until the re-
inspection fee has been paid.
The owner or contractors are required to call the building department a minimum of twenty-four
(24) hours in advance, but no later then 1:00 p.m. the day before, for any inspection. Required
inspections include, but are not limited to the following:
1. Footing: Before concrete is poured and after footing and pier excavation has been
completed and all form work and steel reinforcement is complete.
2. Foundation wall: Prior to placement of concrete when reinforcing steel is required in a
foundation.
3. Drain tile: Before backfilling, after placement of footing drain tile, after window wells are
attached, gravel has been placed and the walls have been damp-proofed or waterproofed.
4. Sewer connection: Before any backfill and after house sewer has been tapped into sanitary
sewer.
5. Water connection: Before any backfill and after installation of the service pipe, main valve
inside the building, and pressurization of the service line.
6 Electrical service: At the time the electrical service is to be energized or re-energized.
7. Underground electrical: After underground electrical is installed and before it is covered
over.
8. Rough electrical: Before any insulation, vapor barriers or wall finish is applied and after the
rough electric is complete. Wires must be pulled at the time of inspection.
Exception: Wires need not be pulled at the time of inspection for remodeling work or when
otherwise approved.
9. | Underground plumbing: After under slab plumbing is installed and before covering.
10. Rough plumbing: Before any insulation, vapor barriers or wall finish is applied and after the
rough plumbing is completed.
11. Framing: Before any insulation, vapor barrier or wall finish is applied, after rough electric,
plumbing and HVAC are approved and the framing is complete.
12. Insulation: Before any interior wall finish is applied and after insulation and vapor barriers
are completed.
13. Ceiling inspection: Prior to the placement of suspended ceiling panels.
14. Concrete slab: Before any concrete floor or garage slabs are poured, after underground
electric and plumbing are approved, and after insulation and vapor barriers are installed.
15. Concrete driveway: After stone base is set and formwork installed. A proof-roll inspection
of the driveway base may be required.
16. Asphalt driveway: After stone base is set. A proof-roll inspection of the driveway base may
be required.
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(k)
(I)
(3)
(4)
(5)
17. Public sidewalk: After formwork is installed and prior to pour.
18. Final inspection: After all work is completed and building is to be approved for issuance of
certificate of occupancy.
19. Other: Any other inspection that may be specifically required by the building official Chief
Building Official.
Obstruction of inspection: No work shall be done which will cover or obstruct from view construction
work scheduled for inspection which is not yet approved by the building-offieial Chief Building Official.
Approval: As each stage or item of construction is approved, the approval shall be recorded by the
building -efficial Chief Building Official in his official records thereby authorizing the continuation of the
work.
Right of entry: |n the discharge of duties, the building-efficiat Chief Building Official shall have the
authority to enter at any reasonable hour any building, structure or premises in the jurisdiction to
enforce the provisions of this article.
Stop work orders.
(1)
(2)
(3)
Authority: Whenever the building offieiat Chief Building Official finds any work regulated by this article
being performed in a manner either contrary to the provisions of this article, or, dangerous or unsafe,
the building official Chief Building Official is authorized to issue a stop work order.
Issuance: The stop work order shall be in writing and given to the owner of the property involved, or to
the owner's agent, or to the person doing the work. Upon issuance of a stop work order, the cited work
shall immediately cease. The stop work order shall cite the reason for the order, and the conditions
under which the cited work will be permitted to resume.
Unlawful continuance: Any person who shall continue any work after being served with a stop work
order, except such work that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition,
shall be subject to the penalties provided for in section 1-8(a) of this Code.
Occupancy permits.
(1) Definitions:
a. "Change of occupancy", as used in this section, shall refer to any person or persons: 1) assuming
actual occupancy or possession of or acquiring the right to occupy or possess any existing
building or structure or unit thereof or of vacant property pursuant to the surrendering of such
by another person or persons; or 2) assuming actual occupancy or possession of or acquiring the
right to occupy or possess any abandoned real estate. "Change of occupancy" shall not refer to,
and the requirements of this section shall not apply to, a purchaser, landlord or sublessor of an
existing building or structure or unit thereof or of unimproved property who acquires the right to
occupy and possess such incident to a sale or the termination of a lease or sublease, provided
that such purchaser, landlord or sublessor shall continue to seek to sell, lease or sublet such and
does not actually occupy or use such. In addition, "Change of occupancy" shall not refer to, and
the requirements of this section shall not apply to, a change of residential tenants or lessees
occupying a dwelling unit that is subject to the requirements of Chapter 9, Article XV of the City
Code, "Licensing of Residential Rental Property".
b. "Unit", as used in this section shall refer to a "dwelling unit," as defined in section 9-301,
Definitions, of Article XV, Licensing of Residential Rental Property, of the City Code; and for all
other kinds of real estate, to any building or structure or to any office or room or suite of offices
or rooms, store front, condominium unit, unit, or permanently partitioned area or areas within
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such that are separately conveyed, demised, or occupied or intended to be separately conveyed,
demised, or occupied.
"Building permit", as used in this section, shall also include permits for work such as mass
grading, parking lot construction, stormwater improvements, watermain and sanitary sewer
improvements and other engineering-related projects of a similar nature.
"New construction" as used in this section, shall also include any construction requiring a building
permit.
(2) City's right to prosecute violations: The issuance of an occupancy permit or temporary occupancy
permit shall not stop the city from prosecuting, or operate as a waiver of any right of the city to
prosecute, an owner or occupant of any real estate for any violation of any city ordinance.
(3) Payment to city: No occupancy permit or temporary occupancy permit shall be issued by the city when
any applicant owes the city any money for any purpose whatsoever.
(4) Issuance of permit: No occupancy permit shall be issued except upon the approval of any two (2) of the
following:
a. City administrater Administrator
b. Director of community development Community Development
c. Director of administrative-serviees Finance
d. Building official Chief Building Official
e. Building imspeeter Inspector
(5) | Change of occupancy or use:
a.
General regulations:
1. | No change of occupancy without an occupancy permit: Except as provided for herein, there
shall be no change of occupancy or use of any existing building or structure or unit thereof
or of unimproved property unless, prior thereto, an occupancy permit shall first have been
obtained from the city certifying that the building, structure, unit or unimproved property
and the proposed use comply with all provisions of the City Code. Every application shall be
filed with the building official and be in such form and contain such information as the
building official shall provide by general rule. An occupancy permit fee as prescribed in
Appendix G of the City Code shall be paid at the time of filing the application.
2. Inspection and approval: Except as provided herein, no occupancy permit shall be issued
until the premises shall have been inspected and determined to be in full and complete
compliance with all of the provisions of the City Code. The city shall complete a re-
inspection within five (5) business days of receiving a request for such.
3. Re-inspection: \f any existing building, structure or unit thereof or unimproved property
fails the inspection, all violations of this article and of other provisions of the City Code shall
be corrected by the owner, contractor or other person responsible, who shall thereafter
notify the city that the premises are ready for re-inspection. The city shall complete a re-
inspection within five (5) business days of receiving a request for such.
Issuance of a temporary occupancy permit: A temporary occupancy permit may be issued only
when an application for an occupancy permit has been made pursuant to this section and the
application is pending. The city may issue a temporary occupancy permit only when
noncompliance with the requirements of the City Code would not pose an immediate threat to
the health, safety or welfare of the occupants. Such temporary occupancy permit may be issued
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for a period not to exceed ninety (90) days from its date of issuance, pending the correction of
any deficiencies. The building effieiat Chief Building Official may, upon expiration of an initial
temporary occupancy permit, issue not more than one (1) renewal thereof for an additional
period not to exceed ninety (90) days.
1.
A letter-of-intent, signed by the grantee, transferee, mortgagee or lessee and notarized,
accepting full responsibility without condition for correction of all deficiencies, shall be
submitted with any application for a temporary occupancy permit. Such temporary
occupancy permit shall be subject to such terms and conditions as the city deems
appropriate.
Acash bond, in an amount equal one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00) per
dwelling unit for residential properties, and three thousand dollars ($3,000.00) for
nonresidential properties, plus a nonrefundable administrative fee as prescribed in
Appendix G of the City Code, shall be submitted with any application for a temporary
occupancy permit. The cash bond shall be returned only when all deficiencies have been
corrected; no partial refunds shall be given. A cash bond shall not be required for
residential properties when the party/parties otherwise responsible for the bond can
provide a copy of current FHA 203k documents for the existing deficiencies at the subject
property. The applicable administrative fee (as prescribed in Appendix G of the City Code)
shall be required.
Expiration of temporary occupancy permits. Upon the expiration of any temporary
occupancy permit or extension thereof, the city may cause the premises to be vacated and
to remain vacant until full compliance with all applicable ordinances has been obtained.
When the permittee has failed to obtain an occupancy permit prior to the expiration of a
temporary occupancy permit, the city shall transfer the cash bond to the general corporate
fund of the city and use it for any purpose it deems appropriate, including to offset the cost
of ensuring code compliance on the property of the permittee.
(6) |New construction:
a.
General regulations:
1.
No occupancy without an occupancy permit: No structures or additions thereto
constructed, moved, remodeled or reconstructed pursuant to a building permit, and no
land improved pursuant to a building permit, shall be occupied or used for any purpose
unless an occupancy permit or temporary occupancy permit shall first have been obtained.
Every application for a building permit shall be deemed an application for an occupancy
permit.
Completion of work: Except as provided herein, no occupancy permit shall be issued for a
structure or addition thereto constructed, moved, remodeled or reconstructed pursuant to
a building permit, or for land improved pursuant to a building permit, until all work
encompassed by the permit has been completed and the premises have been inspected by
the building-official Chief Building Official and determined to be in full and complete
compliance with the plans and specifications upon which the issuance of the building
permit was based.
Re-inspection: \f any newly constructed, moved, remodeled or reconstructed building or
structure or addition thereto or unit thereof, or any improved land, fails the inspection
required for issuance of an occupancy permit, all violations of this article and of other
provisions of the City Code shall be corrected by the owner, contractor or other person
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responsible, who shall thereafter notify the city that the premises are ready for re-
inspection. The city shall complete re-inspections within five (5) days of notification.
4. Land improvements: For a building, structure or improvement to land for which a building
permit has been issued, the following improvements and documentation shall be provided
by the permittee prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit:
iv.
vi.
vii.
viii.
ix.
xi.
The buffalo (water shut-off) box shall be adjusted to grade, and be accessible
and operable.
All public and private sidewalks on and immediately adjacent to the lot shall be
completed.
Any replacement or repair to damaged curbs and gutters, streets, sidewalks,
driveways and street lighting shall be completed.
All final grading within the lot and parkway areas shall be completed, and a final
topographical survey shall be submitted indicating that the grading has been
completed in compliance with the approved subdivision or site grading plan
and that all overland storm water flow conforms with said grading plan.
All required yards and parkway areas shall be sodded or seeded and a
homogeneous grass surface shall be satisfactorily established.
Trees of an approved species shall be planted in all parkway areas. The species,
number and spacing of such trees shall be in conformance with applicable city
regulations.
All other required landscaping shall be installed.
Address numbers shall be affixed to the building.
For single family homes, a final as-built plan shall be submitted showing all final
as-built dimensions of all buildings and/or structures erected. The city shall
review and approve the as-built drawings before the public improvements are
accepted by the city and prior to final occupancy. The plan shall show all
easements, setbacks, utilities, elevations, grades, slopes, drainage routes,
sidewalks, utility services, trees, and other items as required. The plans must be
signed and sealed by a professional engineer or surveyor licensed in the state.
For multi-family, commercial, and subdivision developments, electronically
produced as-built engineering drawings of the permitted subdivision and/or
design improvements shall be submitted within fifteen (15) months of the date
of permit issuance. The city engineer shall review and approve the as-built
drawings before the public improvements are accepted by the city and prior to
final occupancy.
As-built engineering drawings shall be based on the original approved
engineering plans and shall show all items depicted in the original approved
plan(s) for all existing and proposed onsite and offsite improvements. The as-
built engineering drawings shall accurately depict the as-constructed location,
grade, slope, profile, elevation, contour, rim, invert, stage/storage/volume,
specified lid or grate, detail, size, length, etc., for all improvements as shown on
the originally approved plans. Additionally, the as-built location of all
streetlights and associated conduits and control equipment, installed parkway
trees, and all recorded easements shall be clearly shown on the plan sheets for
verification purposes. As-built items deviating from their approved design may
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require additional documentation prior to approval. The as-built engineering
drawings shall be signed and sealed by a professional engineer or surveyor
licensed in the state.
xii. After approval of the as-built engineering drawings, final mylar and digital as-
built engineering drawings shall be submitted to the city. Digital as-built
submissions shall comply with the formatting set forth by the city's geographic
information system (G.I.S.) department. In the event that the subdivision
and/or design plans are not submitted in a format compatible with the city's
geographic information system, an additional fee shall be charged as prescribed
in Appendix G of the City Code.
xiii. In addition to the as-built requirements, other items including, but not limited
to, deed of conveyance/bill of sale for public improvements to be conveyed to
the city, original lien waivers, easements, and maintenance securities may be
required prior to final occupancy and project close-out.
Temporary occupancy permits: A temporary occupancy permit may be issued, provided that the
only deficiencies from the requirements of the City Code are those listed in this section and that
all of the conditions of this section are met. Prior to issuance of any temporary occupancy permit
where a water service is installed or replaced, the water meter and the remote reader shall be
installed and a conduit shall be provided for the installation of the remote water meter reader
cable.
1. | Atemporary occupancy permit may be issued only when noncompliance with the
requirements of the City Code would not pose an immediate threat to the health, safety or
welfare of the occupants. Such temporary occupancy permit may be issued for a period not
to exceed ninety (90) days from its date of issuance, pending the correction of any
deficiencies. The building official Chief Building Official may, upon expiration of an initial
temporary occupancy permit, issue not more than one (1) renewal thereof for an
additional period not to exceed ninety (90) days.
2. | Where the deficiencies from the requirements of the City Code pertain to a structure or
improvement other than a building intended for occupancy, a temporary occupancy permit
may only be issued according to the following schedule and for the following reasons:
i. Between July 1 and August 31, temporary occupancy permits may be issued
only for sod and seed installation and landscape planting not being completed,
and only if adverse weather conditions existing during that time period
prevented such installation or planting, based on nursery/landscape industry
standards. A temporary occupancy permit issued pursuant to this paragraph
shall expire on September 30 of that year.
ii. | Between December 1 and May 1, temporary occupancy permits may be issued
only for the following items not being completed.
(i) | Parkway tree planting.
(ii) Final grading, provided that the lot is rough graded to drain away from
building and no drop-offs exist adjacent to installed sidewalks.
(iii) Sidewalk installation.
(iv) Driveway paving, so long as gravel is placed the full limits from curb to
the house.
(v) | Submittal of final as-built survey.
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(vi) Sod and seed installation and landscape plantings.
A temporary occupancy permit issued pursuant to this paragraph shall expire on May
1 of that year. Temporary occupancy permits pending completion of these items may
be issued prior to December 1, or extended beyond May 1, if the city, in its sole
discretion, determines that adverse weather conditions, or other circumstances
beyond the control of the applicant, would prevent the items from being completed.
iii. | Acash bond, in an amount equal to one hundred fifty (150) percent of the city's
estimated cost to correct all deficiencies, plus a nonrefundable administrative
fee as prescribed in Appendix G of the City Code, shall be submitted with any
application for a temporary occupancy permit pursuant to a building permit.
The cash bond shall be returned only when all deficiencies have been
corrected; no partial refunds shall be given. At the time of posting the cash
bond, the applicant and the proposed occupant of the property shall provide
written permission to the city and its contractors to enter upon the property to
complete the required items. If all deficiencies are not corrected within the
time frames specified herein for specific deficiencies, or within one hundred
eighty (180) days after the initial issuance of the temporary occupancy permit,
whichever is shorter, the city shall transfer the cash bond to the general
corporate fund of the city and use it for any purpose it deems appropriate,
including to offset the cost of ensuring code compliance on the property of the
permittee.
(7) Expiration of temporary occupancy permits: Upon the expiration of any temporary occupancy permit or
extension, thereof the city may cause the premises to be vacated and to remain vacant until full
compliance with all applicable ordinances has been obtained.
(8) If inspection of any premises establishes that it cannot be occupied due to violations of the City Code,
the city may post a "No Occupancy" notice on such structure. Should a structure be posted, said
posting shall remain until the premises are brought sufficiently into compliance with the City Code so
that a permanent or temporary occupancy permit may be issued.
(9) Yielding of occupancy: Occupancy of any premises shall not be yielded to any person until an
occupancy permit or a temporary occupancy permit has been posted. No person shall take occupancy
of any premises without an occupancy permit or temporary occupancy permit having been issued.
(10) Disclaimer: By the issuance of an occupancy permit or temporary occupancy permit, the city does not
warrant the condition of any property inspected to the owner thereof or to any other person and shall
not be liable to any person for any claims arising out of the property or the condition thereof. The city
does not warrant that all property deficiencies are listed in the inspection report and does not warrant
anything as to the condition of the property or the liability therefore.
(11) Discontinuation of water service: \f no application for an occupancy permit has been made to the city
prior to any premises becoming vacant or within seven (7) days thereof, the city, at its sole discretion,
may discontinue water service to such premises until such time that the building official Chief Building
Official determines that water service to such premises may resume.
(12) Violation: Any owner of real estate or his representative who enters into an agreement for the sale,
lease or transfer of property for which an occupancy permit is required hereunder and who fails to
advise the person or persons named in such agreement as the purchaser, lessee or transferee in
writing that an occupancy permit is required pursuant to such sale, lease or transfer shall be subject to
a fine as prescribed in section 1-8 of the City Code. However, such owner's or representative's failure
to so advise shall neither excuse the failure of the purchaser, lessee or transferee from applying for an
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occupancy permit nor preclude him from any liability hereunder for failure to do so, or prohibit the city
from taking any action authorized hereunder as a result of the failure to obtain an occupancy permit.
(m) Emergency measures.
(n)
(0)
(p)
(q)
(r)
(1) Vacating structures: When, in the opinion of the building official, Chief Building Official, there is actual
and immediate danger of failure or collapse of a building or structure or any part thereof which would
endanger life, or when any structure or part of a structure has fallen and life is endangered by the
occupation of the building or structure, the building offieiat Chief Building Official is hereby authorized
and empowered to order and require the occupants to vacate the same forthwith. The building official
Chief Building Official shall post the building or structure as uninhabitable at each entrance. It shall be
unlawful for any person to enter such building or structure except for the purpose of making the
required repairs or demolishing the same.
(2) | Temporary safeguards: When, in the opinion of the building-officiat Chief Building Official, there is
actual and immediate danger of collapse or failure of a building or structure or any part thereof which
would endanger life, the building efficiat Chief Building Official shall cause the necessary work to be
done to render such building or structure or part thereof temporarily safe.
(3) | Closing streets: When necessary for the public safety, the building official may temporarily close
sidewalks, streets, buildings and structures, and places adjacent to such unsafe structures and prohibit
the same from being used.
Off-street parking. All off-street parking and loading facilities, including driveways and pavement, shall be
constructed in accordance with all provisions contained in the subdivision regulations ordinance and the
zoning ordinance of the city, and such provisions are hereby incorporated into the building code of the city
by reference, as if fully set forth herein.
Numbering of buildings.
(1) Required: All houses, buildings and structures within the city shall be numbered in accordance with the
regulations set forth by the city.
(2) Duty to affix, visibility: \t shall be the duty of the owner or occupant of every house, building, or
structure in the city to have placed thereon, so as to be clearly visible from the street, figures showing
the number of the house, building, or structure. The minimum height of letters and numbers shall be
four (4) inches set on a visually contrasting background.
Installation of sidewalks. Each and every person applying for a building permit for the construction of a
building upon any vacant lot or tract of land within the city shall install a sidewalk or sidewalks, at such place
or places on said lot or tract of land and at such grade and manner as the city may require.
Newly improved property to bear share of cost of local government services. Prior to the issuance of a
certificate of occupancy, the building inspector shall file an unexecuted certificate of occupancy with the
Wayne or Winfield Township Assessor, whichever is appropriate, and the owner of the property for which
said occupancy permit is requested shall obtain from either the Wayne or Winfield Township Assessor, in the
form prescribed by said official, a receipt showing that the unexecuted certificate of occupancy has been
duly filed and that the property is subject to increased assessment from the date of issue of the certificate on
a proportionate basis for the year in which the improvement was completed. The owner of said property
shall file the receipt with the building department of the city and the building inspector shall file a certified
copy of the certificate of occupancy, when issued, with the Wayne or Winfield Township Assessor.
Cleanup during construction.
(1) As acondition of the issuance of a building permit, the contractor or other person to whom a building
permit is issued must provide noncombustible trash containers or dumpsters on the building site
during the entire construction period. Said containers or dumpsters shall be located on private
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(s)
(t)
(u)
(2)
(3)
property and shall be protected or covered in such a manner so that the contents thereof are not
blown or scattered onto adjacent properties. They shall be placed no closer than five (5) feet from the
property line and in such a manner that they do not obstruct the vision of motorists or interfere with
pedestrian traffic. This requirement shall be applicable only to the construction of new buildings or
structures or the renovation, remodeling, demolition or repair of existing buildings or structures or
portions thereof or to any other activity for which a building permit is required where, in the
reasonable judgment of the building official, Chief Building Official such activity is likely to produce
debris, rubbish and surplus materials in a significant volume. For purposes of this section, the terms
"building" and "structure" shall have the same definitions as in the city's zoning ordinance.
Rubbish, surplus materials or other debris including, but not limited to, pieces of wood, drywall,
insulation and piping, shall not be thrown, dropped or swept from any floor above the ground or from
any roof, but shall either be carried or lowered in such a manner as not to cause dust. Cleanup of all
rubbish or surplus materials or other debris located on the building site shall be accomplished on a
daily basis.
In addition, the contractor (or other person to whom the building permit is issued) must clean up mud
or other rubbish or surplus materials, or other debris, including, but not limited to, pieces of wood,
drywall, insulation, and piping, deposited on the streets or other public property of this city by any
vehicles, trucks or pieces of equipment serving the building site. The eean-up clean-up must be
accomplished within a reasonable time after notice from the city.
Construction hours. No construction, erection, excavation, or any other process of building whatsoever, shall
be performed within the city before the hour of 7:00 a.m. or after 8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and
before the hour of 8:00 a.m. or after the hour of 7:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Violation. Any person, firm or corporation violating any provision of this article shall be, upon judicial finding,
subject to a fine per section 1-8 of this Code. A separate offense shall be determined to have been
committed each day during which or on which the violation occurs or continues.
(1)
Violation penalties first time violation(s): Any person who shall be subject to penalties as provided for
in this article and who: (i) receives a first violation(s) in connection with a particular parcel; and (ii) has
submitted adequate proof of full compliance with the City Code and proof that the subject violation(s)
has been remedied, as determined by an administrative law judge before, or at, the first administrative
hearing, shall be liable for a fine reduced by seventy-five (75) percent, provided said fine shall be paid
at the initial administrative adjudication hearing.
Appeals. Any person directly affected by a decision of the building-officiat Chief Building Official or a notice or
order issued under this Code shall have the right to appeal to the building board of appeals as provided for in
Chapter 2 of this Code.
(1)
(2)
(3)
Application for appeal: Any person directly affected by a decision of the building official Chief Building
Official or a notice or order issued under this Code shall have the right to appeal to the board of
appeals, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within twenty (20) days after the day the
decision, notice or order was served. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the true
intent of this Code or the rules legally adopted hereunder have been incorrectly interpreted, the
provisions of this Code do not fully apply, or the requirements of this Code are adequately satisfied by
other means.
Notice of meeting: The board shall meet upon notice from the building official Chief Building Official,
within twenty (20) days of the filing of an appeal, or at stated periodic meetings.
Open hearing: All hearings before the board shall be open to the public. The appellant's representative,
the building official Chief Building Official and any person whose interests are affected shall be given
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(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
the opportunity to be heard. A quorum shall consist of not less than two-thirds (24) of the board
membership.
a. Procedure: The board shall adopt and make available to the public through the secretary
procedures under which the hearing shall be conducted. The procedures shall not require
compliance with strict rules of evidence, but shall mandate that only relevant information be
received.
Postponed hearing: When the full board is not present to hear an appeal, either the appellant of the
appellant's representative shall have the right to request a postponement of the hearing.
Board decision: The board shall modify or reverse the decision of the building official only by a
concurring vote of a majority of the total of the total number of appointed board members. The board
shall have the discretion to allow a variance from the provisions of the code if, after having received a
written report, certified by a licensed architect or engineer, the board of appeals determines that strict
compliance with the code is impractical from an engineering, architectural or structural standpoint,
and not simply unaffordable, that the spirit and intent of the code has been met and life safety has not
been materially compromised as a result of the variance.
Records and copies: The decision of the board shall be recorded. Copies shall be furnished to the
appellant and to the building officiat Chief Building Official.
Administration: The building-effieiat Chief Building Official shall take immediate action in accordance
with the decision of the board.
Court review: Any person, whether or not a previous party of the appeal, shall have the right to apply
to the appropriate court for a writ of certiorari to correct errors of law. Application for review shall be
made in the manner and time required by law following the filing of the decision in the office of the
chief administrative officer.
Stays of enforcement: Appeals of notices and orders (other than those of immediate threat to life
safety) shall stay the enforcement of the notice and order until the appeal is heard by the appeals
board.
(Ord. No. 04-O-0100, § 1(Exh. A), 12-6-2004; Ord. No. 06-O-0008, § 1(Exh. A), 2-6-2006; Ord. No. 06-0-0004, § 2a—
2m, 3-6-2006; Ord. No. 06-0-0076, § 2a—m, 9-5-2006; Ord. No. 08-0-0082, § 2, 11-3-2008; Ord. No. 10-0-0039, §§
1, 2, 4-19-2010; Ord. No. 11-0-0031, § 1, 8-1-2011; Ord. No. 12-O-0049, § 1, 12-3-2012; Ord. No. 14-0-0020, § 1, 7-
7-2014; Ord. No. 15-O-0017, §§ 1, 2, 7-6-2015)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 15-0-0017, §§ 1, 2, adopted July 6, 2015, shall be in full force and effect on Aug. 1, 2015.
Sec. 4-2. Industrial, commercial, multifamily building code.
(a) There is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out herein that certain code known as the "2045-2021
International Building Code", including Appendixes C and F—J inclusive, as published by the International
Code Council, Inc., together with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes hereinafter set forth, one
(1) copy of which has been on file for a period of more than thirty (30) days prior to the adoption of this
section and is now on file in the office of the ety-¢elerk- City Administrator or designee.
(b) Amendments. The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the above-
adopted code:
101.1 Title. Insert "City of West Chicago" where indicated.
105.2 Work exempt from permit. Delete in its entirety.
312.1 General. Amend this section by adding the following language at the end of the paragraph:
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"Other non-habitable or detached accessory structures as determined by the Building Official"
412.4.6 Fire suppression. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new language:
"412.4.6 Fire suppression. Any airplane hangar, which exceeds either of the following limitations, shall comply with
NFPA 409 (Standard on Aircraft Hangars) - 2016 Edition;
1. A single fire area more than 50,000 square feet in area.
2. A hangar door greater than 33 feet in height.
Exception: Group II hangars, as defined in NFPA 409, storing private aircraft with or without
major maintenance or overhaul are exempt from foam suppression requirements."
507.3 Nonsprinklered, One-Story. Delete in its entirety.
Section 901.6.1 Automatic sprinkler systems. Modify this section by deleting Exception #2.
[F] 903.2.1 Group A. Delete this section and all subsections in its entirety and substitute the following new
sections:
"[F] 903.2.1 Group A. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group A-1, A-2, A-3 and A-4
occupancies.
[F] 903.2.1.1 Group A-5. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-5
occupancies in the following areas: concession stands, retail areas, press boxes and other
accessory use areas in excess of 1,000 square feet."
[F] 903.2.2 Group B ambulatory health care facilities. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following
new section:
"[F] 903.2.2 Group B. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group B
occupancies."
[F] 903.2.3 Group E. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new section:
"[F] 903.2.3 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group E
occupancies."
[F] 903.2.4 Group F-1. Delete this section and all subsections in their entirety and insert the following new section:
"[F] 903.2.4 Groups F-1 & F-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group F-
1 and F-2 occupancies."
[F] 903.2.5.3 Pyroxylin plastics. Delete this section in its entirety.
[F] 903.2.7 Group M. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new section:
"[F] 903.2.7 Group M. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group M
occupancies."
[F] 903.2.9 Group S-1. Delete this section and all subsections in their entirety and insert the following new section:
"[F] 903.2.9 Groups S-1 & S-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group S-
1 and S-2 occupancies.
EXCEPTION: Buildings used primarily for the bulk storage of road salt."
[F] 903.2.10 Group S-2. Delete this section and all subsections in their entirety and insert the following new
section:
"[F] 903.2.10 Group U. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all occupiable
spaces of Group U exceeding 1,000 square feet (93 m7)"
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"Exception: Group U agricultural buildings as identified in Appendix C."
[F] 903.2.11.1 Stories without openings. Delete this section and all subsections in their entirety.
[F] 903.2.11.3 Buildings over 55 feet in height. Exception: Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the
following new section:
[F] 903.2.11.3 Airport control towers. Automatic sprinkler systems are not required to be installed in
airport control towers.
[F] 903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms. Exceptions: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7. Delete in their entirety.
SECTION 903 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, amend by adding thereto the following new section:
"903.6 System diagram. A diagram indicating all areas served by the control valves shall be posted
adjacent to the risers and/or control valves."
(F) 905.1 General. Amend the end of the first paragraph with following: “All required standpipes shall be Class 1
standpipes”
[F] 905.3 Required installations. Amend by adding thereto the following new sections [F] 905.3.9 and [F] 905.3.9.1:
"[F] 905.3.9 All other buildings. Standpipes shall be installed in areas where horizontal or vertical access
is more than one hundred fifty (150) feet beyond the level of fire department vehicle access. Distance
is measured starting from the fire department apparatus’ hose connection.
(F) 905.3.9.1 Locations. Where a standpipe system is required by this section there shall be Class
1 hose connections at each required exit door on each floor. All grade level exit doors with
adjacent standpipe hose connections shall have approved label measuring 12-inch square,
permanently affixed in a conspicuous location on the exterior side of the door with plainly legible
wording stating “FD HOSE VALVE”. The lettering shall be a contrasting color to the background
and easily readable.
SECTION 905 STANDPIPE SYSTEMS, amend by adding thereto the following new sections:
"905.11 Water supply. When installed as required above, water flow requirements for standpipes shall
be one hundred fifty (150) gpm at one hundred (100) psi at each outlet with a maximum of six hundred
(600) gpm.
905.12 Hose connections. All hose connections shall be a minimum of a 2% inch hose outlet with a
gated valve, a 2% inch to 1% inch reducer with national standard thread and a 1% inch cap."
[F] 907.2 Where required—new buildings and structures. Delete the first paragraph in its entirety and substitute
the following language:
"[F] 907.2 Where required—new buildings and structures. An approved addressable fire alarm system
installed in accordance with the provisions of this code and NFPA 72 shall be provided in new buildings
and structures in accordance with Sections 907.2.1 through 907.2.23 and provide occupant notification
in accordance with Section 907.5, unless other requirements are provided by another section of this
code. Fire alarm system shall only include that necessary for required operation of the system and not
include other components for security or burglar alarm functions, etc."
[F] 907.2.1 Group A. Delete the first paragraph and the exception in its entirety and substitute the following
language:
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"[F] 907.2.1 Group A. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all
new occupancies of Group A."
[F] 907.2.1.1 System initiation in Group A occupancies with an occupant load of 1,000 or more. Delete the first
paragraph in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"[F] 907.2.1.1 System initiation in Group A occupancies with an occupant load of 500 or more.
Activation of the fire alarm in Group A occupancies with an occupant load of 500 or more shall initiate
a signal using an emergency voice/alarm communications system in accordance with Section
907.5.2.2."
[F] 907.2.2 Group B. Delete the first paragraph and the exception in its entirety and substitute the following
language:
"[F] 907.2.2 Group B. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all
new occupancies of Group B with a total gross building area over five hundred (500) square feet."
[F] 907.2.3 Group E. Delete the first paragraph and the exceptions in their entirety and substitute the following
language:
"[F] 907.2.3 Group E. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all
new occupancies of Groups E."
[F] 907.2.4 Group F. Delete this paragraph in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"[F] 907.2.4 Group F, S and U. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and
maintained in all new occupancies of Groups F, S and U with a total gross building area over five
hundred (500) square feet."
[F] 907.2.5 Group H. Delete the first sentence in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"[F] 907.2.5 Group H. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all
new occupancies of Group H."
[F] 907.2.6 Group |. Delete the first sentence in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"[F] 907.2.6 Group |. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all
new occupancies of Group |."
[F] 907.2.6.1 Group I-1. Delete the first exception in its entirety.
[F] 907.2.7 Group M. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"[F] 907.2.7 Group M. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all
new occupancies of Group M."
[F] 907.2.8 Group R-1. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new section [F] 907.2.8:
"[F] 907.2.8 Group R-1. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in
all new occupancies of Group R-1."
[F] 907.2.8.1 Manual fire alarm system. Delete this section in its entirety.
[F] 907.2.9 Group R-2. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new section [F] 907.2.9:
"[F] 907.2.9 Group R-2. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in
all new occupancies of Group R-2."
[F] 907.2.9.1 Manual fire alarm system. Delete this section in its entirety.
907.5.1.1 Presignal feature. Delete this section in its entirety.
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907.5.2.3 Visible alarms. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new paragraph:
"907.5.2.3 Visible alarms. Visible alarm notification appliances shall be provided in accordance with
Sections 907.5.2.3.1 through 907.5.2.3.5."
907.5.2.3 Visible alarms. Amend by adding thereto the following language new sections 907.5.2.3.4 and
907.5.2.3.5:
"907.5.2.3.4 Tenant space light. Each tenant space in a multiple tenant building shall have an audio
visual alarm visible in a public access area indicating which tenant space has the activated alarm.
907.5.2.3.5 Outside alerting device. All fire alarm and fire suppression systems shall have outside
alerting devices of a type and at a location approved by the building effieiat Chief Building Official.
907.6.6 Monitoring. Delete the exceptions in their entirety.
[F] 909.1 Scope and purpose. Amend by adding the following new subsections 909.1.1 and 909.1.2:
"[F] 909.1.1 Required smoke control systems. \In addition to that required elsewhere in this code, an
emergency smoke control system shall also be provided in new construction as indicated below. Unless
otherwise prohibited elsewhere by this code, activation shall be by manual control located at the
smoke control panel specified in Section [F] 909.16.
1. In all buildings with a fire area exceeding forty thousand (40,000) square feet of floor area.
Plenums and sub-floors enclosed within a defined fire area separation do not require separate
smoke control or exhaust systems.
2. In all buildings over three (3) stories or thirty-five (35) feet in height.
3. In covered mall buildings including individual tenant spaces."
Exception: Unlimited area buildings providing smoke and heat venting or a mechanical exhaust
systems as required by Section 910.
[F] 909.1.2 Design parameters. Smoke control systems shall be designed to provide a minimum of 2 air
changes per hour.
910.4.5 Manual control location. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new paragraph:
910.4.5 Manual control location. Manual controls shall be at a location approved by the fire code
official so as to be easily accessible to the fire service from an exterior door of the building and
protected against interior fire exposure by not less than 1-hour fire barriers constructed in accordance
with Section 707 or horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711, or both.
CHAPTER 11 ACCESSIBILITY, delete this chapter in its entirety.
1612.3 Establishment of flood hazard areas. \nsert "DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS AND INCORPORATED AREAS"
where indicated.
1612.3 Establishment of flood hazard areas. Insert “Septernber2004" “August 1, 2019” where indicated.
(Ord. No. 04-O-0100, § 1(Exh. A), 12-6-2004; Ord. No. 06-0-0004, § 4, 3-6-2006; Ord. No. 11-0-0006, § 1, 3-7-2011;
Ord. No. 11-0-0031, § 1, 8-1-2011; Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh. A), 7-6-2015; Ord. No. 18-O-0055, § 1, 12-17-
2018; Ord. No. 19-0-0016, §§ 1, 2, 5-6-2019)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 15-0-0017, § 3(Exh. A), adopted July 6, 2015, shall be in full force and effect on Aug. 1,
2015.
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Sec. 4-3. Single-family building code.
(a) Adopted. There is hereby adopted by reference, as if fully set out herein, that certain code known as the
“2015tnternational Residential Cede“ “2021 International Residential Code,” including Appendix Chapters A
through K inclusive, M and U, as published by the International Code Council, Inc. together with the
additions, insertions, deletions and changes hereinafter set forth, one (1) copy of which has been [on file] for
a period of more than thirty (30) days prior to the effective date hereof and now is on file in the office of the
eity-elerk City Administrator or designee.
(b) Amendments. The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the above-
adopted single-family building code:
R101.1 Title. Insert: "City of West Chicago".
R105.2 Work exempt from permit. Delete this section in its entirety.
R109.1.1 Foundation inspection. Delete from the last sentence the wording "and special requirements for
wood foundations".
SECTION R112 BOARD OF APPEALS. Delete this section in its entirety insert the following new sections:
"R112.1 General. \n order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by
the building-official Chief Building Official relative to the application and interpretation of this code,
there shall be and is hereby created a board of appeals. The board of appeals shall be appointed by the
applicable and governing authority and shall hold office at its pleasure. The board shall adopt rules of
procedure for conducting its business.
R112.2 Limitations on authority. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent
of this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions
of this code do not fully apply or an equally good or better form of construction is proposed. The board
shall have no authority to waive requirements of this code.
R112.3 Qualifications. The board of appeals shall consist of members who are qualified by experience
and training to pass on matters pertaining to building construction and are not employees of the
jurisdiction."
Table R301.2 (1) CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA. Delete in its entirety and in lieu thereof
substitute the following new Table 301.2(1):
TABLE 301.2(1)
CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA
WIND DESIGN SEISMIC SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM WINTER ICE
GROUND DESIGN DESIGN BARRIER
SNOW CATEGORY UNDER-
LOAD
Topographic Frost Termite
Speed effects Weathering line
(mph) depth
- ia . - ~
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Table 301.5 MINIMUM UNIFORMLY DISTRIBUTED LIVE LOADS. Change the live load indicated for "Balconies
(exterior) and decks" from "40" to "60."
R303.1 Habitable rooms. Amend by adding the following new section:
"R303.1.1 Basements. All basements shall be provided with an aggregate glazing and ventilation area of
not less than one (1) percent of the gross floor area."
8303-9 R303.10 Required heating. Amend by adding the following new section:
"R303-9.4 “R303.10.1 Closets. All closets greater than thirty-six square feet (36 ft?) and having at least
two exterior walls shall be provided with heating as required above."
SECTION R303 LIGHT, VENTILATION AND HEATING. Amend this section by adding the following new section
“R303-10 “ R303.11 Habitable basement spaces. All habitable basement spaces shall be free of excess
moisture, dampness and ground water seepage. All unnecessary moisture shall be removed by
mechanical or gravitational means."
R309.5 Fire Sprinklers. Delete this section in its entirety and insert the following new section:
"309.5 Service door. All detached garages shall be provided with a side-hinged service door not less
than two (2) feet eight (8) inches in width and 1 3/8 inches thick."
SECTION R309 GARAGES AND CARPORTS. Amend by adding the following new section 309.6:
309.6 Driveways. All garages and/or carports shall be accessible by driveways constructed of a
minimum of four (4) inches of concrete over four (4) inches of compacted gravel, or, 2 1/2 inches of
bituminous asphalt over six (6) inches of compacted gravel or other approved materials. Paved
approaches located in the public right-of-way shall comply with Section 15-4 of the Code of Ordinances
of the City of West Chicago."
R310.1 Emergency escape or rescue required. Amend by adding the following wording at the end of this section:
"Rooms such as studies, dens, libraries, etc., which contain closets shall be classified as a sleeping room
and require emergency escape openings."
R301.2.1 Minimum opening area. Amend this section by adding the following new section 310.2.1.1:
"R310.2.1.1 Basement escape windows. All required basement emergency escape windows shall have a
minimum area of nine square-feet (9 ft? ), a minimum height of thirty-six inches (36") and a minimum
width of thirty-three inches (33"). Sill height shall not be more than forty-four inches (44") above the
floor."
SECTION R311 MEANS OF EGRESS. Amend this section by adding the following new sections R311.2.1 and
R311.2.2.:
"R311.2.1 Bedroom doors. All bedroom doors shall be a minimum of thirty inches (30") wide by six feet
eight inches (6'8") high and one and one quarter inches (1-%") thick. The doors shall be provided with
latching hardware, and side hinges.
R311.2.2 Locking methods. No locks or locking mechanisms requiring the use of a key to operate are
permitted on bedroom doors"
R313.2 One- and two-family dwellings. Delete this section and subsections in their entirety.
R314.2 Where required. Amend by adding the following wording at the end of the section:
“Rooms such as studies, dens, libraries, etc., which contain doors providing privacy and closets shall be
classified as a sleeping room."
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R401.1 Application. Delete in its entirety and insert the following new section 401.1:
"R401.1 Application. The provisions of this chapter shall control the design and construction of the
foundation and foundation spaces for buildings. In addition to the provisions of this chapter, the design
and construction of foundations in flood hazard areas as established by Table R301.2(1) shall meet the
provisions of Section R322. Footings and foundations of wood shall not be permitted"
R401.2 Requirements. Modify by deleting the last sentence.
R402.1 Wood foundations. Delete this section in its entirety.
R402.1.1 Fasteners. Delete this section in its entirety.
R402.1.2 Wood treatment. Delete this section in its entirety.
R403.1 General. Delete the wording "wood foundations," from the first sentence.
Figure R403.1 (2) PERMANENT WOOD FOUNDATION BASEMENT WALL SECTION. Delete in its entirety.
Figure R403.1 (3)PERMANENT WOOD FOUNDATION CRAWL SPACE SECTION. Delete in its entirety.
R403.1.1 Minimum size. Modify by deleting the last sentence.
R403.1.1 Minimum size. Amend by adding the following new section R403.1.1.1:
"R403.1.1.1 Grade beams. Grade beam construction for detached accessory structures shall consist of a
four inch (4") concrete floor on a minimum four inches (4") of crushed stone, sand and gravel poured
monolithically with a minimum ten inches (10") thickened outer edge a width of twenty inches (20")
around perimeter of building, said twenty inch (20") grade beam to be of equal depth on undisturbed
soil."
R403.1.4.1 Frost protection. Delete the three (3) Exceptions and insert the following new exceptions:
Exceptions:
1. Grade beam construction is permitted for detached residential accessory structures not
exceeding five hundred seventy six square feet (576 ft?) and/or where no one dimension exceeds
twenty-four feet (24').
2. Sheds, grade-level detached decks and other accessory buildings, two hundred (200) square
feet or less and not used for storage of motor vehicles, may provide a four (4) inch concrete slab
for a foundation/floor, or, may be placed on grade w/o posts provided all underlying organics are
removed and a 4" sand or gravel base is provided.
3. Decks not supported by a frost protected structure need not be provided with footings that
extend below the frost line."
R403.2 Footings for wood foundations. Delete this section in its entirety.
R404.2 Wood foundation walls. Delete this section in its entirety.
R404.2.1 Identification. Delete this section in its entirety.
R404.2.2 Stud size. Delete this section in its entirety.
R404.2.3 Height of backfill. Delete this section in its entirety.
Table R404.2.3 PLYWOOD GRADE AND THICKNESS FOR WOOD FOUNDATION CONSTRUCTION. Delete this
table in its entirety.
R404.2.4 Backfilling. Delete this section in its entirety.
R404.2.5 Drainage and dampproofing. Delete this section in its entirety.
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R404.2.6 Fastening. Delete this section in its entirety.
R404.3 Wood sill plates. Amend by adding the following new wording at the end of the section:
"Shims shall be of a non-compressible material and may fill no more than a 1/2 inch gap."
R405.1. Concrete or masonry foundations. Amend by adding the following new section 405.1.2:
"R405.1.2 Footing drain tile.
1. Required outside of basement and crawl space footings. Inside locations are permitted only upon
approval of the Building Official. Minimum diameter shall be four inches (4").
2. Provide drains in all below grade stair landings and window wells. Connect drains to footing drain tile
with approved "T" fittings.
3. Connect with tight-joint glazed tile or approved equal to storm sewer, sump pump, dry well or other
approved outlet.
4. Sump pumps must discharge a minimum of three feet (3') from the foundation walls. Discharge must
conform to the approved grading plan and in no case shall be extended closer than three feet (3') from
the rear or side property line. Sump pumps may not discharge to the front yard or exterior side yard
unless specifically approved by the Building Official."
R405.2 Wood foundations. Delete this section in its entirety.
R405.2.1 Base. Delete this section in its entirety.
R405.2.2 Vapor retarder. Delete this section in its entirety.
R405.2.3 Drainage system. Delete this section in its entirety.
R406.3 Dampproofing for wood foundations. Delete this section in its entirety.
R406.3.1 Panel joint sealed. Delete this section in its entirety.
R406.3.2 Below grade moisture barrier. Delete this section in its entirety.
R406.3.3 Porous fill. Delete this section in its entirety.
R406.3.4 Backfill. Delete this section in its entirety.
R408 Under floor space. Amend by adding the following new Section 468-7: 408.9:
“R408-8: “R408.9: Crawl spaces. In crawl spaces, the soil shall be leveled and covered with a minimum
of two-inch (2") of concrete. Crawl spaces shall be ground level at least twenty-four inches (24") below
bottom of floor joists and girders. Ground under dwelling is to be approximately level."
R502.4 Joists under bearing partitions. Amend by adding the following new Sections 502.4.1 and 502.4.2:
"R502.4.1. Joists under non-bearing partitions. Provide double joists under all parallel partitions.
Double joists, which are separated to permit the installation of piping or vents, shall be blocked, spaced
not more than 4 feet on center.
R502.4.2. Other double joists. Provide double joists supporting hot water heaters, washing machines,
bathtubs or other special loading conditions as determined by the Building-Offielat Chief Building
Official."
SECTION 504 PRESSURE PRESERVATIVELY TREATED-WOOD FLOORS (ON GROUND). Delete this section in its
entirety.
R507.8 Deck posts. Delete this section in its entirety and insert the following new section R507.8:
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"R407.4 Deck posts. Wooden post support for porches and decks with finished floor constructed six
feet (6') or more above grade shall be no less than six inch by six-inch (6" x 6") nominal lumber. All
lumber used for the exterior construction of porches, terraces and decks shall be naturally durable
wood or pressure treated wood."
SECTION R702.1 General. Amend this section by adding the following new section R702.1.1:
"R702.1.1 Where required. Walls and ceilings for bedrooms on any floor level shall have a minimum
one half inch (%") layer of gypsum board, or equivalent, taped and finished so as to provide a
continuous surface without breaks or gaps."
R801.3 Roof drainage. Delete in its entirety and add the following new Section 801.3.1.
"R801.3.1 Roof drainage. All structures over one hundred fifty (150) square feet in area shall be
provided with gutters and downspouts unless otherwise waived by the Buitding Official Chief Building
Official. Gutters and downspouts must discharge a minimum of five feet (5') away from the building in
accordance with the approved grading plans or to an approved drainage system."
SECTION R1004 FACTORY-BUILT FIREPLACES. Amend by adding the following new Section 1004.6:
"R1004.6 Fireplace chimney enclosures. All exposed exterior chimney sections shall be enclosed in a
chimney chase which provides for proper clearances per manufacturers requirements and is
constructed of masonry or approved materials consistent with the construction of the existing
structure."
M1601.1.1 Above-ground duct systems. Amend by adding the following new text:
“8: “8. Flexible metallic air ducts may be used where practical difficulties are encountered subject to
review and approval by the 8uilding-Official Chief Building Official prior to installation. The maximum
length permitted shall not exceed fourteen feet (14')."
Part Vil-Plumbing. Delete plumbing Chapters 26 through 33, inclusive, in their entirety.
E3406.3 Minimum size of conductors. Delete the first sentence in its entirety and in lieu thereof substitute the
following language:
"The minimum size of conductors for feeders and branch circuits shall be No. 14 copper. All conductors
used for feeders and branch circuits must be copper."
E3602.1 Ampacity of ungrounded conductors. Delete in its entirety and in lieu thereof substitute the following new
Section 3602.1:
"E3602.1 Minimum size of residential service: Ungrounded service conductors shall have an ampacity of
not less than the load served. For one-family dwellings, the rating of the ungrounded conductors shall
be as follows:
- 100 amp, 20 circuit panel, for dwellings under 2,300 square feet.
No. 3 AWG, copper, minimum conductor size.
- 200 amp, 30 circuit panel, for dwellings over 2,300 square feet.
No. 3/0 AWG, copper, minimum conductor size.
Square footage of dwellings is based on living space, excluding basements and garages. In all cases, the
service must be sized to accommodate the installation of central air conditioning. When an electric
range is installed, the service must be no less than two hundred (200) amp."
SECTION E3703 REQUIRED BRANCH CIRCUITS. Amend by adding the following new section 3703-7: E3703.8:
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“£37034 “E3703.8 Branch circuits for additional equipment. The following additional separate branch
circuits shall be required as needed:
1. Central air conditioning system.
2. Electric range.
a. Free standing ranges, two number 6 and one number 8 minimum size copper
conductors.
b. Built-in counter top and oven units. Connection shall be made by three number 10
(minimum) copper conductors.
. Built-in microwave oven.
. Through wall air conditioners and heating units.
. Motors of 2 horsepower or larger.
. Electric dryers - 240 volt, minimum number 10 wire with "L" shaped receptacle.
3
4
5)
6. Electric water heaters.
7
8. Sump pump.
9
. Sanitary ejector pump.
10. Central vacuum system."
SECTION E3802 ABOVE-GROUND INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS. Delete in its entirety and in lieu thereof
substitute the following new section E3802:
"SECTION E3802 ABOVE-GROUND INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS.
£3802.1 New construction. For all new construction, wiring shall be installed in rigid metallic tubing.
Surface metal raceways may be used for lighting purposes only. Where flexible connections other than
lighting are necessary, a separate ground wire shall be pulled in all flexible conduits. Armored cable
such as BX shall not be used in new construction, including garage and/or other accessory buildings. All
raceway joints shall be made tight and shall provide a continuous electrical circuit for grounding
purposes."
£3905.3 Nonmetallic boxes. Delete this section in its entirety.
E3908.16 Nonmetallic boxes. Delete this section in its entirety.
(Ord. No. 04-0-0100, § 1(Exh. A), 12-6-2004; Ord. No. 2011-0-0047, § 1, 10-3-2011; Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh.
A), 7-6-2015)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh. A), adopted July 6, 2015, shall be in full force and effect on Aug. 1,
2015.
Sec. 4-4. Plumbing code.
(a) | Adopted. There is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out herein that certain code known as the
"Illinois Plumbing Code 2014," as published by the Illinois Department of Public Health, copies of which have
been on file for a period of more than thirty (30) days prior to the adoption of this section and are now on
file in the office of the eity-elerk- City Administrator or designee.
(b) Fees.
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(1) A permit shall not be issued until the fees prescribed below have been paid, nor shall an amendment to
a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid.
(2) | Schedule of permit fees. A fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with the
schedule as established Appendix G.
(3) | Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who commences any work before obtaining the
necessary permits shall be subject to an additional fee which shall be in addition to the required permit
fees.
(4) Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal or demolition of work
done in connection to or concurrently with the work or activity authorized by a permit shall not relieve
the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment of other fees that are prescribed by law.
(Ord. No. 04-0-0100, § 1(Exh. A), 12-6-2004; Ord. No. 11-O-0031, § 1, 8-1-2011; Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh. A), 7-
6-2015)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh. A), adopted July 6, 2015, shall be in full force and effect on Aug. 1,
2015.
Sec. 4-5. Electrical code.
(a) Adopted. There is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out herein that certain code known as the
“National flectric Code 2014 Edition “National Electrical Code 2020 Edition,” as published by the National
Fire Protection Association, together with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes hereinafter set
forth, one (1) copy of which has been on file for a period of more than thirty (30) days prior to the adoption
of this section and is now on file in the office of the e#tyelerk City Administrator or designee.
(b) Amendments. The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the above-
adopted code:
210.6(C) 277 Volts to Ground. Amend by adding the following new wording at the end of the article:
“(} “(9) Light fixtures shall be mounted no less than eight feet (8') above finished floor.
“(8) “(10) Wall switching shall not exceed 150 volts to ground. Wall switching for circuits exceeding 150
volts to ground shall be installed in one of the following methods:
a. Low voltage relay switches.
b. Panelboard switches."
210.8(A) Dwelling Units. Modify this article by deleting the first paragraph and adding the following new wording:
"210.8(A) Dwelling Units. All 125-volt, single phase, 15- and 20-ampre receptacles installed in the
locations specified in 210.9(A)(1) through (12) shall have ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for
personnel
210.8(A) Dwelling Units. Modify this article by adding the following wording at the end of the article:
"(11) All light fixtures above bathtub or in shower must be installed with Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter protection and approved for this type of installation.
(12) Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter outlets shall be resettable at each individual outlet.
Exception: A single GFCI may reset more than one (1) outlet if all affected outlets are located in
the same room."
210.11(C) Dwelling Units. Amend by adding the following new article 210.11(C){4}: (5):
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"210.11(C){4} (5) Other Required Branch Circuits. In addition to those branch circuits required above,
separate branch circuits shall be provided as required below:
1. Furnace or heating plant.
2. Central air conditioning system.
3. Electric range.
a. Free standing ranges, two number 6 and one number 8 minimum size copper
conductors.
b. Built-in counter top and oven units. Connection shall be made by three number 10
(minimum) copper conductors.
. Built-in microwave oven.
. Through-wall air conditioners and heating units.
. Motors of 2 horsepower or larger.
4
5
6.
7. Electric water heaters.
8. Electric dryers - 240 volt, minimum number 10 wire with "L" shaped receptacle.
9
. SuMp pump.
10. Sanitary ejector pump.
11. Central vacuum system."
210.21(B) Receptacles. Amend by adding the following new article 210.21(B)(5):
"210.21(B)(5) Only 20 amp receptacles shall be used on 20 amp circuits supplying cord connected
disposals and dishwashers in residential kitchens."
ARTICLE 210 Branch Circuits. Amend by adding the following new article 210.51:
"210.51 Commercial Office/Business Space Outlets. Receptacle location for offices and similar areas
shall be the same as specified in Article 210.52(A), except that the wall area behind a fully opened door
shall not be included in the measurement. Lobbies shall be required to have only one (1) receptacle
when the area is fifty (50) square feet or less."
230.2 Number of Services. Amend by adding the following sentence at the end of the paragraph:
"In all cases, single family residential properties shall be permitted only one (1) service for all structures
located thereon."
230.42 Minimum Size and Rating. Modify by adding the following wording at the end of the article:
"(D) Minimum size of residential service. The minimum size for residential services shall be as specified
below:
1. 100 amp, 20 circuit panel, for dwellings under 2,300 square feet. Minimum conductor size, #3 AWG.
2. 200 amp, 30 circuit panel, for dwellings over 2,300 square feet. Minimum conductor size #3/0 AWG.
(Square footage of dwellings is based on living space, excluding basements and garages.) In all cases,
the service must be sized to accommodate the installation of central air conditioning. When an electric
range is installed, the service must be no less than 200 amp."
230.70 General. Amend by adding the following new language at the end of the article:
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"(D) Inside of Building. Where the disconnecting means is installed within a building and where the
raceway of a service entrance is not covered by a suitable fireproofing material (such as two inch (2")
concrete covering), the disconnecting means and/or service panel shall be located within five feet (5')
of the point where such conduit enters the building."
ARTICLE 250 Grounding. Amend by adding the following new article 250.123:
"250.123 Exterior Light Poles. Each new parking lot, drive lane, and street lighting pole shall be
grounded by a separate grounding rod as well as an approved grounding conductor which shall
originate in the electrical panelboard that supplies the power for the lighting pole. The grounding rods
shall be a minimum of eight feet (8') in length and five-eighths inch (5/8") in diameter. All fixtures must
be able to be serviced without dismantling the fixture hanging equipment."
ARTICLE 300 Wiring Methods. Amend by adding the following new article 300.1(D):
"300.1(D) Where any wiring method or materials otherwise permitted by this code shall have been
prohibited by this Article, such wiring methods or materials shall be considered to be prohibited when
referred to in any other section or provision of this code."
300.4 Protection Against Physical Damage. Amend by adding the following new article 300.4(1):
"300.4 (I) Low Voltage Circuits: All wiring for circuits under fifty (50) volts in non-accessible areas, or,
accessible areas less than 8 feet above the finish floor shall be installed in electrical metallic tubing.
Wiring may be run exposed in accessible areas such as, but not limited to, spaces above dropped
ceilings, attic spaces, crawl spaces provided it has been properly fastened."
(c) General provisions.
(1) An electrical service inspection will be approved only after the service panel is adequately protected
from the weather. This shall typically be provided by the installation of the decking of the floor above
the service panel.
(2) Rough electrical inspection shall be approved only after all piping is completed and wires have been
pulled unless otherwise approved in advance.
(3) For all new work, wiring shall be installed in rigid metallic tubing, or surface metal raceways.
Underground wiring for commercial and industrial work will be in heavy wall conduit, IMC conduit or
PVC Schedule 40 for exterior installations. Other wiring installations and/or methods for specialized
non-residential building applications may be approved by the building official when requested in
writing, when showing cause as to why such installation or method is necessary, and, when consistent
with approved industry standards and practices.
(4) All raceway joints shall be made tight and shall provide a continuous electrical circuit for grounding
purposes.
(d) Fees.
(1) A permit shall not be issued until the fees prescribed below have been paid, nor shall an amendment to
a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid.
(2) Schedule of permit fees. A fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with the
schedule as established by the applicable governing authority.
(3) Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who commences any work before obtaining the
necessary permits shall be subject to an additional fee established by the code official, which shall be in
addition to the required permit fees.
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(4) Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal or demolition of work
done in connection to or concurrently with the work or activity authorized by a permit shall not relieve
the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment of other fees that are prescribed by law.
(5) Refunds. The cede-officiat Chief Building Official is authorized to establish a refund policy.
(Ord. No. 04-0-0100, § 1(Exh. A), 12-6-2004; Ord. No. 11-0-0031, § 1, 8-1-2011; Ord. No. 15-0-0017, § 3(Exh. A), 7-
6-2015)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 15-0-0017, § 3(Exh. A), adopted July 6, 2015, shall be in full force and effect on Aug. 1,
2015.
Sec. 4-6. Mechanical code.
(a) Adopted. There is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out herein that certain code known as the "2015
International Mechanical Code," including Appendix A, as published by the International Code Council,
together with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes hereinafter set forth, one (1) copy of which
has been on file for a period of more than thirty (30) days prior to the adoption of this section and is now on
file in the office of the eityelerk City Administrator or designee.
(b) Amendments. The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the above-
adopted code:
[A] 101.1 Title. Insert "City of West Chicago" where indicated.
[A] 208-4 115.4 Violation penalties. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new Section
408-4 115.4.
"[A] Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code, fail to comply with any of
the requirements thereof or erect, install, alter or repair work in violation of the approved construction
documents or directive of the eede-officia} Chief Building Official, or of a permit or certificate issued
under the provisions of this code, shall be subject to penalties as provided in Chapter 1, section 1-8 of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of West Chicago".
[A] 208-5 116 Stop work orders. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new Section 408-5
17:
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"[A] 498-5 117 Stop work orders. Upon notice from the eede-offieiat Chief Building Official that work is
being done contrary to the provisions of this code or in a dangerous or unsafe manner, such work shall
immediately cease. Such notice shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of the property, the
owner's agent, or the person doing the work. The notice shall state the conditions under which work is
authorized to resume. Where an emergency exists, the eede-offieial Chief Building Official shall not be
required to give a written notice prior to stopping the work. Any person who shall continue any work
on the system after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is
directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to penalties as provided
in Chapter 1, section 1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of West Chicago".
SECTION 409 113 MEANS OF APPEAL. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new
section 409 118:
"SECTION 109
MEANS OF APPEAL
[A] 409-4 118.1 General. \n order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations
made by the building-officiat Chief Building official relative to the application and interpretation of this
code, there shall be and is hereby created a board of appeals. The board of appeals shall be appointed
by the applicable governing authority and shall hold office at its pleasure. The board shall adopt rules
of procedure for conducting its business.
[A] 409-2 118.2 Limitations on authority. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the
true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted, the
provisions of this code do not fully apply or an equally good or better form of construction is proposed.
The board shall have no authority to waive requirements of this code.
[A] 499-3 118.3 Qualifications. The board of appeals shall consist of members who are qualified by
experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to building construction and are not employees
of the jurisdiction."
(Ord. No. 04-O-0100, § 1(Exh. A), 12-6-2004; Ord. No. 11-O-0031, § 1, 8-1-2011; Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh. A), 7-
6-2015)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh. A), adopted July 6, 2015, shall be in full force and effect on Aug. 1,
2015.
Sec. 4-7. Fuel gas code.
(a) Adopted. There is hereby adopted by reference, as if fully set out herein, that certain code known as the
"2015 International FuelGas-Cede 2021 International Fuel Gas Code," including Appendix Chapters A—D
inclusive, as prepared and published by the International Code Council, Inc., together with the additions,
insertions, deletions and changes hereinafter set forth, one (1) copy of which has been [on file] for a period
of more than thirty (30) days prior to the effective date hereof and now is on file in the office of the city
clerk.
(b) Amendments. The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the
International Fuel Gas Code:
101.1 Title. Insert "City of West Chicago" where indicated.
106-6. 109 Fees. Delete this section and all subsections in its entirety and insert the following sections 406-6 109
thru 406-6-4 109.4:
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"106-6 109 Fees. A permit shall not be issued until the fees prescribed in Section 406-6-4 109.1 have been paid, nor
shall an amendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid.
106-6-4 109.1 Schedule of permit fees. A fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in
accordance with the schedule as established by the applicable governing authority.
406-6-2 109.2 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who commences any work
before obtaining the necessary permits shall be subject to an additional fee established by the
code official, which shall be in addition to the required permit fees.
106-6-3 109.3 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal or
demolition of work done in connection to or concurrently with the work or activity authorized by
a permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment of other fees
that are prescribed by law.
106-6-4 109.4 Refunds. The eede-offieiat Chief Building official is authorized to establish a refund
policy."
108-4 115.4 Violation penalties. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new Section 108-4
115.4.
"108-4 115.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code, fail to comply with
any of the requirements thereof or erect, install, alter or repair work in violation of the approved
construction documents or directive of the code official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the
provisions of this code, shall be subject to penalties as provided in Chapter 1, section 1-8 of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of West Chicago".
108-5 116 Stop work orders. Delete this section in its entirety.
"108.5 Stop work orders. Upon notice from the eede-official Chief Building official that work is being
done contrary to the provisions of this code or in a dangerous or unsafe manner, such work shall
immediately cease. Such notice shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of the property, the
owner's agent, or the person doing the work. The notice shall state the conditions under which work is
authorized to resume. Where an emergency exists, the eede-official Chief Building official shall not be
required to give a written notice prior to stopping the work. Any person who shall continue any work
on the system after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is
directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to penalties as provided
in Chapter 1, section 1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of West Chicago".
SECTION 409 113 MEANS OF APPEAL. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new
section 409 113:
"SECTION 109
MEANS OF APPEAL
409.4 113.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made
by the building official Chief Building official relative to the application and interpretation of this code,
there shall be and is hereby created a board of appeals. The board of appeals shall be appointed by the
applicable governing authority and shall hold office at its pleasure. The board shall adopt rules of
procedure for conducting its business.
409-2 113.2 Limitations on authority. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the true
intent of this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted, the
provisions of this code do not fully apply or an equally good or better form of construction is proposed.
The board shall have no authority to waive requirements of this code.
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409-3 113.3 Qualifications. The board of appeals shall consist of members who are qualified by
experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to building construction and are not employees
of the jurisdiction."
(Ord. No. 04-0-0100, § 1(Exh. A), 12-6-2004; Ord. No. 11-0-0031, § 1, 8-1-2011; Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh. A), 7-
6-2015)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh. A), adopted July 6, 2015, shall be in full force and effect on Aug. 1,
2015.
Sec. 4-8. Energy conservation code.
See Exhibit "A" attached hereto [to Ord. No. 2013-0-0015] which is, by this reference, incorporated herein.
(Ord. No. 04-0-0100, § 1(Exh. A), 12-6-2004; Ord. No. 11-O-0031, § 1, 8-1-2011; Ord. No. 2013-0-0015, § 1(Exh. A),
6-3-2013)
Sec. 4-9. Existing building code.
(a) Adopted. There is hereby adopted by reference, as if fully set out herein, that certain code known as the
"2015 International Existing Building Cede 2021 International Existing Building Code," as prepared and
published by the International Code Council, Inc., together with the additions, insertions, deletions and
changes hereinafter set forth, one (1) copy of which has been [on file] for a period of more than thirty (30)
days prior to the effective date hereof and now is on file in the office of the city clerk.
(b) Amendments. The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the above-
adopted code:
101.1 Title. Insert "City of West Chicago" where indicated.
302.2 Additional codes. Substitute "Illinois Plumbing Code" for "International Plumbing Code" in one
location.
SECTION 302 GENERAL PROVISIONS. Amend this section by adding the following new sections 302.6 and 302.7:
"302.6 Automatic sprinkler systems. Automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be provided in existing buildings as
specified in sections 302.6.1 thru 302.6.2.1
302.6.1 Additions to existing buildings. In other than one & two family residential structures and
townhomes, an automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout existing buildings and
new additions of all uses when the addition exceeds 1000 square feet in gross area.
Exception: Sprinklers need only be provided to the addition, and not the existing building, when
separated from the building by a 2-hour fire-separation assembly, and, provided the addition
does not exceed 50% of the existing building area.
302.6.2. Change of use in existing buildings. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided
throughout existing buildings when a change of use occurs if the new use is of an increased
hazard.
Exception: Group A-2 occupancies not exceeding 2,500 ft? in fire area and when located on the
first floor only and when located in the B-1 zoned Central Business District.
302.6.2.1 Increased hazard. An increased hazard exists if the allowable tabular area of the new
use is less than the existing based on comparison of the type of construction and the tabular area
as specified in Table 503 of the International Building Code.
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302.7 Automatic fire detection systems. In other than one & two family residential structures and
townhomes, an approved addressable fire alarm system providing contact closure ID installed in
accordance with the provisions of this code and NFPA 72 shall be provided in existing buildings
and structures in accordance with Sections 907.2.1 through 907.2.23 of the International Building
Code and provide occupant notification in accordance with Section 907.5, unless other
requirements are provided by another section of this code. Fire alarm system shall only include
that necessary for required operation of the system and not include other components for
security or burglar alarm functions, etc."
609-4 408.1 Materials. Substitute "Illinois Plumbing Code" for "International Plumbing Code" in one location.
7024 702.7 Materials and methods. Substitute "Illinois Plumbing Code" for "International Plumbing Code" in
one location.
810.1 Minimum fixtures. Substitute "Illinois Plumbing Code" for "International Plumbing Code" in one
location.
4010-4 1009.1 Increased demand. Substitute "Illinois Plumbing Code" for "International Plumbing Code" in
two locations.
2010-2 1009.2 Food-handling occupancies. Substitute "Illinois Plumbing Code" for "International Plumbing
Code" in one location.
4010-3 1009.3 Interceptor required. Substitute "Illinois Plumbing Code" for "International Plumbing Code" in
one location.
4010-5 1009.5 Group I-2. Substitute "Illinois Plumbing Code" for "International Plumbing Code" in one
location.
44042 1301.2 Applicability. Insert [date] where indicated.
1501.7 Facilities required. Substitute "Illinois Plumbing Code" for "International Plumbing Code" in one
location.
(Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh. A), 7-6-2015)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh. A), adopted July 6, 2015, shall be in full force and effect on Aug. 1,
2015.
Sec. 4-10. Life safety code.
(a) | Adopted. There is hereby adopted by reference, as if fully set out herein, that certain code known as the
“2000-NFRA 4101 Life Safety Cede “2021 NFPA 101-Life Safety Code,” as prepared and published by the
National Fire Protection Association, Inc., together with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes
hereinafter set forth, one (1) copy of which has been for a period of more than thirty (30) days prior to the
effective date hereof and now is on file in the office of the eity-elerk City Administrator or designee.
(b) Amendments. The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the above
adopted life safety code.
(1) | Child care facilities.
a. Daycare centers. Those facilities regulated under Chapters 16 and 17 (Day-Care Centers) of the
Life Safety Code shall include only:
i. Any facility licensed as a day care center by the department of children and family services;
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d.
Any unlicensed facility that regularly provides day care for less than twenty-four (24) hours
per day for more than eight (8) children in a family home, or more than three (3) children in
a facility other than a family home;
Part day child care facilities, as defined in the Child Care Act of 1969.
Day CARE HOMES. Those facilities regulated under Chapters 16 and 17 (Family Day-Care Homes)
of the Life Safety Code shall include only:
Any facility licensed as a day care home by the department of children and family services;
Any unlicensed facility that is a family home that receives more than three (3) up to a
maximum of twelve (12) children for less than twenty-four (24) hours per day. The number
counted includes the family's natural or adopted children and all other persons under the
age of twelve (12). This subsection (b)(1)(B) does not affect facilities that receive only
children from a single household.
Group day care homes. Those facilities regulated under Chapters 16 and 17 (Group Day-Care
Homes) of the Life Safety Code shall include only:
Any facility licensed as a group day care home by the department of children and family
services; or
Any unlicensed facility that is a family home that receives more than 3 up to a maximum of
sixteen (16) children for less than twenty-four (24) hours per day. The number counted
includes the family's natural or adopted children and all other persons under the age of
twelve (12).
For purpose of determining the classification of a child care facility, current department of
children and family services guidelines will be applied.
(2) Child-to-staff ratios. Child-to-staff ratios in day care facilities shall comply with 89 Ill. Adm. Code 406
and 407 and with the Child Care Act of 1969. Any conflicting provisions of the Life Safety Code are
inapplicable.
(3) | One- and two-family dwellings. Chapter 24 (One- and Two-Family Dwellings) is adopted as
recommended guidelines only.
(4) When clients occupy a level below the level of exit discharge in a day care home or group day care
home occupancy, exiting shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of the applicable
edition of the Life Safety Code, or with the following:
a.
Primary means of egress.
If an exit discharging directly to the outside at the basement level is not provided, and
therefore occupants must traverse another level of the home to exit, the path of egress
through the level of exit discharge shall be separated from the remainder of that level of
the home by construction providing a minimum fire resistance rating of one-hour, or
The home shall be equipped with smoke detectors permanently powered by the building's
electrical system and wired so that the actuation of one (1) detector will actuate all the
detectors in the dwelling. At least one (1) such smoke detector shall be located on each
level of the occupancy (excluding unoccupied attics), and the path of egress through the
level of exit discharge (from the basement door to the exterior door of the home) must be
protected by automatic fire sprinklers. Listed residential sprinklers shall be used and the
installation shall be made in accordance with National Fire Protection Association Standard
#13D, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and
Manufactured Homes - 1994 edition.
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Secondary means of egress. \f a window is used where the size is not in accordance with the
applicable edition of the Life Safety Code, the owner or operator of the day care or group day
care home must demonstrate to an onsite representative of the Illinois State Fire Marshal that all
occupants (staff and clients) can escape through the window to the exterior of the home in three
(3) minutes or less. The bottom sill of any window used as a secondary means of escape shall be
within forty-four (44) inches of the floor as required by the Life Safety Code, or a permanently
fixed stair or ramp shall be installed at the window to allow occupants to be within forty-four (44)
inches of the bottom window sill when standing atop the stair or ramp.
(Ord. No. 2014-0-0022, § 1(Exh. A), 10-6-2014)
Sec. 4-11. Fire code.
(a)
(b)
Adopted. There is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out herein that certain code known as the “2045
taternational Fire Code “2021 International Fire Code,” as published by the International Code Council, Inc.,
including Appendix Chapters B and E through J inclusive, together with the additions, insertions, deletions
and changes hereinafter set forth, one (1) copy of which has been on file for a period of more than thirty (30)
days prior to the adoption of this section and is now on file in the office of the eity-elerk City Administrator or
designee.
Amendments. The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the above-
adopted code:
[A] 101.1 Title. Insert "City of West Chicago" where indicated.
404-44 104.12 Authority at fires and other emergencies. Amend this section by adding the following new sub-
sections:
"104-11.4 104.12.4 Other assistance. If in the opinion of the Fire Code Official, when actual and immediate danger
to life and property exists from the hazards of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling and use of
hazardous substances, materials and devices, and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the use of
occupancy of buildings or premises, the Fire Code Official may employ such labor and machinery, equipment and
devices and cause the necessary work to be done to render said occupants or property temporarily safe, whether
the procedure prescribed in this section has been instituted or not.
404-44-4-4 104.12.4.1 Notification. Where practical and time constraints permit, the owner,
occupant or other person responsible for the emergency condition shall be notified of the
emergency condition, in writing, and shall have the option of making the condition safe where
practical.
404-44-4-2 104.12.4.2 Liability. The owner and occupants of the premises shall be jointly and
severely liable for any costs incurred in connection with same.
104-44.4-3 104.12.4.3 Recovery of costs. The Fire Code Official shall cause proper action to be
instituted against the owner of the premises, and the occupants if different than the owners, for
the recovery of costs incurred by the West Chicago Fire Protection District or their agents in the
performance of the emergency work."
[A] 105.1 General. Amend by adding the following new subsection 105-47 107:
"[A] 405-47 107.1.7 Permit Fees. Fees are per the applicable West Chicago Fire Protection District, City
of West Chicago, or, DuPage County schedules."
[A] 299-4 112.4 Violation Penalties. Delete the section in its entirety and insert the following new section:
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"[A] 209-4 112.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code, fail to comply
with any of the requirements thereof or erect, install, alter or repair work in violation of the approved
construction documents or directive of the cede-efficiat Chief Building Official, or of a permit or
certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be subject to penalties as provided in Chapter
1, section 1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of West Chicago".
111-4 Fail “ bee . SEETETS al
304.1.1 Waste material. Amend by adding thereto the following language:
"No persons shall store in any building excess amounts of combustible empty packing cases, wooden or
plastic pallets barrels, boxes, rubber tires, shavings, excelsior, rubbish, paper bags, litter, hay, straw
and similar combustibles. Aisle ways and storage of the above mentioned combustibles necessary for
the performance of business shall be kept in an orderly and neat manner. Combustible materials shall
be removed daily or more often as necessary to suitable vaults, bins, dumpsters, compactors or
separate buildings. Such practices shall be approved by the eede-efficiat Chief Building Official."
304.2 Storage. Amend by adding thereto the following language:
"Wherever and whenever stock is dispensed directly from a shipping container and combustible
material is used as protective packing, such packing material shall be removed from the container and
taken care of by removing to the outside in closed containers. Such container shall be kept closed at all
times except when removing stock there from."
307.1 General. Amend this section by adding the following wording at the end of the first paragraph:
"When permitted, only untreated wood shall be burned. Leaves, compost, brush, waste materials of
any kind, holiday decorations and/or Christmas trees shall be prohibited."
307.4.3 Portable outdoor fireplaces Exception. Delete the Exception in its entirety.
308.1.4 Open-flame cooking devices. Modify this section by deleting Exceptions 2 and 3.
SECTION 315 General Storage. Amend by adding the following new section:
“315.8 ADDITIONAL STORAGE REQUIREMENTS. The requirements of 2021 NFPA 1 Chapter 33 Outside Storage of
Tires and Chapter 34 General Storage shall be applicable for all occupancies regulated by the 2021 International
Fire Code.
SECTION 316 HAZARDS TO FIREFIGHTERS. Amend by adding the following new section:
"316.7 Truss construction. All buildings containing truss construction assemblies shall have signage permanently
affixed to the building at a location which is approved by the Building/Fire Official. The sign shall be rectangular in
shape measuring 18 inches horizontally and 12 inches vertically. The sign shall have a red reflective background
containing a white reflective triangle measuring 13 inches on the sides having a %" stroke with letters inside having
a1-%" stroke as follows:
'F' - for truss floor assemblies
'R' - for truss roof assemblies
‘FR' - for truss floor and roof assemblies"
CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. Amend by adding thereto the following new section:
"SECTION 349 322
COOKING AND HEATING APPLIANCES
349-4 322.1 Hotels and Motels. In Residential Use Group R-1, the use of any cooking or heating
appliances other than those approved, permanently installed and inspected shall be prohibited."
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CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, amend by adding thereto the following new section:
"SECTION 326 323
TRANSPORTATION
320-4 323.1 Transportation routes. Routes for vehicles transporting explosives, blasting agents, and
combustible & flammable liquids shall be approved by State or Federal governments."
503.1.1 Buildings and facilities. Delete the second sentence and substitute the following language:
"The fire apparatus access road shall comply with the requirements of this section and shall extend
such that the responding fire apparatus pumper may be so located that all points of the interior of the
building may be reached by one hundred fifty (150) feet of initial attack hose."
503.2.1 Dimensions. Amend by deleting the language "an obstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6
inches (4115 mm)" and substituting the following:
“allowing proper operation of ladders and mechanically elevated mechanisms. Roads shall be at least
fifteen (15) feet from the building, or further if the height of the building requires a greater set back to
allow elevated access."
503.2.3 Surface. Amend by adding the following language at the end of the section:
"The minimum design shall be six (6) inches of granular stone base surfaced by at least two (2) inches
of bituminous asphalt or concrete equivalent."
503.2.4 Turning radius, modify by adding thereto the following language:
"Approved turning templates shall be shown on all document submittals."
503.2.5 Dead ends. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new section 503.2.5:
"503.2.5 Continuity. Access routes shall be continuous around the building.
Exceptions:
1. Where approved by the fire code official, when building access openings spaced at a minimum
150 lineal feet and a complete fire suppression system are provided.
2. Cul-de-sacs not less than ninety (90) feet in diameter with a maximum length of one thousand
(1000) feet for other than detached single family developments."
503.3 Marking. Modify by deleting the words "Where required by the fire code official,"
503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads. Amend by adding the following new section 503.4.2:
"503.4.2 Enforcement agreement required. Where required to ensure enforcement of parking
restrictions the building owner and/or occupant shall enter into an enforcement agreement with the
police department allowing issuance of citations.
505.1 Address numbers. Amend by adding the following language at the end of the section:
"Similar sized numbers or letters shall be located at all rear and side doors of all multi-tenant
commercial structures."
505 Premises Identification. Amend by adding the following language:
Section 505.3 All buildings with four or more doors accessible from the exterior shall bear door numbers
posted on both the interior and exterior in a conspicuous location. Doors shall be numbered starting with
“1” as the main entrance and proceed with numbering clockwise. Markings shall be numerical not less
than 2 inches in height with 1/2 inch stroke width.
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506.1 Where required. Amend by adding the following sentence to the end of the paragraph:
"This rapid entry key box system shall be used for Fire Department emergencies only."
507.3 Fire flow. Amend by adding the following new sections:
"507.3.1 Application. This section defines water supplies for fire department use for new construction.
507.3.2 All buildings or structures shall be served by a public water supply system meeting these
criteria. This system shall be under pressure with an average static pressure of not less than thirty-five
(35) pounds per square inch (psi). Flows shall be calculated at twenty (20) psi residual pressure. The
supplies shall be available for continuous four (4) hour duration except that flows less than two
thousand (2,000) gpm need to be available for a two (2) hour duration.
507.3.2.1 Buildings not exceeding ten thousand (10,000) square feet (gross area) may be served by a
static water supply where access to this supply is maintained throughout the year and is approved by
the fire code official.
507.3.3 Consistent with proper fire prevention, the following water supplies shall be available commensurate with
the hazards listed therein:
Single family detached residential
1,000 to 1,500 gom
Town/row or cluster housing 1,500 to 2,000 gpm
Exception: If available water supplies listed cannot be met, then the water main must be looped
around the development and/or provide additional fire hydrants as approved by the City and/or
the Fire Protection District.
507.5.1 Where required. Delete in entirety including exceptions and substitute following new language:
"507.5.1 Where required. Along public streets so that no portion of the building or structure to be
protected will be over three hundred (300) feet from any required hydrant in multiple-housing,
commercial or industrial developments as measured along an approved route and four hundred (400)
feet in residential districts. Where this may not be possible, additional hydrants shall be located upon
the premises accessible to motorized fire apparatus."
507.5.1.1. Hydrant for standpipe systems. Delete this section and its exception in its entirety.
507.5.1 Where required. Amend by adding the following new sub-sections:
"507.5.1.1 Intersections. One (1) hydrant shall be located at each intersection and intermediate
hydrants where distance between intersections exceeds four hundred (400) feet.
507.5.1.2 Dead ends. Where streets, access routes or parking lots dead-end, hydrants shall be placed
along the response routes.
507.5.1.3 Minimum required. At least two (2) hydrants shall be located within three hundred (300) feet
of each building.
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507.5.1.4 Additional fire hydrants shall be provided within five hundred (500) feet of each building so
that the required fire flow divided by one thousand (1,000) will equal the number of hydrants available.
507.5.1.5 Distance from pavement. Hydrants will be located approximately ten (10) feet from all-
weather roadways. If this cannot be done, the closest part of the hydrant shall be set back a minimum
of five (5) feet from the roadway curb line.
507.5.1.6 Proximity to building. Hydrants shall be located no closer than twenty-five (25) feet from the
building to be protected.
507.5.1.7 Access. Access to fire hydrants shall be approved roadways, adequate in width (minimum
twenty (20) feet), clearance and strength for firefighting purposes. Such routes shall be maintained
accessible during all seasons of the year and identified as no parking with signs and pavement markings
approved by the fire code official. Legal provisions or easements for access are required for private
roads.
507.5.1.8 Distance to fire department connection. No required fire department connection shall be
located over seventy-five (75) feet from a fire hydrant."
SECTION 507 FIRE PROTECTION WATER SUPPLIES. Amend by adding the following new section:
"507.5.7 Design standard. Fire hydrants used in conjunction with water supplies shall meet the
standards of the American Water Works Association Standard No. C-502, and shall have two (2) 2-1/2
inch and one (1) 4-1/2 inch outlets with an auxiliary gate valve on the hydrant branch line. Threads
shall be American National Standard. The 4-1/2 inch outlet shall face the roadway. Each fire hydrant
shall supply one thousand (1,000) gpm. Where fire suppression systems are served by the same main,
the system requirement shall be added to the total water supply requirement."
901.6.3 Amend “Copies of all applicable records shall be maintained within the records management system
designated by the Chief Building Official.
901.6.23 Records. Amend by adding the following language to the end of the section:
"Said records shall contain the following information:
1. The date and time of all tests.
2. The name of the person who conducted the test.
3. The water pressure on the sprinkler riser gauge before and after each test (for sprinkler system
tests only).
4. The residual pressure during the main drain test.
5. Any problems found before, during or after each test."
901.7 Systems out of service. Amend by adding the following language to the end of the second paragraph:
"When any fire suppression system must be taken out of service, for any length of time, a responsible
person shall be stationed at the control valve(s) to immediately activate the system in case of fire."
903.2.1 Group A. Delete this section, and all subsections in its entirety and substitute the following new sections:
"903.2.1 Group A. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group A-1, A-2, A-3
and A-4 occupancies.
903.2.1.1 Group A-5. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-5 occupancies
in the following areas: concession stands, retail areas, press boxes and other accessory use areas
in excess of 1,000 square feet."
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903.2.2 Group B ambulatory health care facilities. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following
new section:
"903.2.2 Group B. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group B
occupancies."
903.2.3 Group E. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new section:
"903.2.3 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group E
occupancies."
903.2.4 Group F-1. Delete this section and all subsections in their entirety and insert the following new section:
"903.2.4 Groups F-1 & F-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group F-1
and F-2 occupancies."
903.2.5.3 Pyroxylin plastics. Delete this section in its entirety.
903.2.7 Group M. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new section:
"903.2.7 Group M. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group M
occupancies."
903.2.9 Group S-1. Delete this section and all subsections in their entirety and insert the following new section:
"903.2.9 Groups S-1 & S-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group S-1
and S-2 occupancies."
"[B] 903.2.9 Groups S-1 & S-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all Group S-
1 and S-2 occupancies.
EXCEPTION: Buildings used primarily for the bulk storage of road salt."
903.2.10 Group S-2. Delete this section and all subsections in their entirety and insert the following new section:
"903.2.10 Group U. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all occupiable spaces
of Group U exceeding 1,000 square feet (93 m7)"
"Exception: Group U agricultural buildings as identified in Appendix C of the 2045 2021 International
Building Code."
903.2.11.3 Buildings over 55 feet in height. Exception Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following
new section:
903.2.11.3 Airport control towers. Automatic sprinkler systems are not required to be installed in
airport control towers.
SECTION 903 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS. Amend by adding thereto the following new sections:
903.2.13 Additions to existing buildings. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout existing
buildings and new additions of all uses when the addition exceeds 1000 square feet in gross area.
Exception: Sprinklers need only be provided to the addition, and not the existing building, when
separated from the building by a 2-hour fire-separation assembly, and, provided the addition
does not exceed 50% of the existing building area.
903.2.14. Change of use in existing buildings. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout existing
buildings when a change of use occurs if the new use is of an increased hazard.
Exception: Group A-2 occupancies not exceeding 2,500 ft? in fire area and when located on the
first floor only.
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903.2.14.1 Increased hazard. An increased hazard exists if the allowable tabular area of the new
use is less than the existing based on comparison of the type of construction and the tabular area
as specified in Table 506.2 of the International Building Code.
903.4 Sprinkler system supervision and alarms. Exceptions: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7. Delete in their entirety.
905.3 Required installations. Amend by adding thereto the following new sections [F] 905.3.8 and [F] 905.3.8.1:
"905.3.9 All other buildings. Standpipes shall be installed in areas where horizontal or vertical access is
more than one hundred fifty (150) feet beyond the level of fire department vehicle access. Distance is
measured starting from the fire department apparatus' hose connection.
905.3.9.1 Locations. Where a standpipe system is required by this section there shall be Class | hose
connections at each required exit door on each floor. All grade level exit doors with adjacent standpipe
hose connections shall have approved labeling measuring 12-inch square, permanently affixed in a
conspicuous location on the exterior side of the door with plainly legible wording stating “FD HOSE
VALVE”. The lettering shall be contracting color to the background and easily readable.
907.2 Where required—new buildings and structures. Delete the first paragraph in its entirety and substitute the
following language:
"907.2 Where required—new & existing buildings and structures. An approved addressable fire alarm
system installed in accordance with the provisions of this code and NFRA-+#2 NFPA 72 shall be provided
in new and existing buildings and structures in accordance with Sections 907.2.1 through 907.2.23 and
provide occupant notification in accordance with Section 907.5, unless other requirements are
provided by another section of this code. Fire alarm system shall only include that necessary for
required operation of the system and not include other components for security or burglar alarm
functions, etc."
907.2.1 Group A. Delete the first paragraph and the exception in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"907.2.1 Group A. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all new
and existing occupancies of Group A."
907.2.1.1 System initiation in Group A occupancies with an occupant load of 1,000 or more. Delete the first
paragraph in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"907.2.1.1 System initiation in Group A occupancies with an occupant load of 500 or more. Activation of
the fire alarm in Group A occupancies with an occupant load of 500 or more shall initiate a signal using
an emergency voice/alarm communications system in accordance with Section 907.5.2.2."
907.2.2 Group B. Delete the first paragraph and the exception in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"907.2.2 Group B. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all new
and existing occupancies of Group B with a total gross building area over five hundred (500) square
feet."
907.2.3 Group E. Delete the first paragraph and the exceptions in their entirety and substitute the following
language:
"907.2.3 Group E. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all new
and existing occupancies of Group E."
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907.2.4 Group F. Delete this paragraph in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"907.2.4 Group F, S and U. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained
in all new and existing occupancies of Groups F, S and U with a total gross building area over five
hundred (500) square feet."
907.2.5 Group H. Delete the first sentence in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"907.2.5 Group H. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all
new and existing occupancies of Group H."
907.2.6 Group I. Delete the first sentence in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"907.2.6 Group I. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all new
and existing occupancies of Group I."
907.2.6.1 Group I-1. Delete the first exception in its entirety.
907.2.7 Group M. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following language:
"907.2.7 Group M. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all
new and existing occupancies of Group M."
907.2.8 Group R-1. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new section [B] 907.2.8:
"907.2.8 Group R-1. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in all
new and existing occupancies of Group R-1."
907.2.8.1 Manual fire alarm system. Delete this section in its entirety.
907.2.9 Group R-2. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new section [B] 907.2.9:
"[B] 907.2.9 Group R-2. An automatic fire alarm detection system shall be installed and maintained in
all new and existing occupancies of Group R-2."
907.2.9.1 Manual fire alarm system. Delete this section in its entirety.
907.5.1.1 Presignal feature. Delete this section in its entirety.
907.5.2.3 Visible alarms. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new paragraph:
"907.5.2.3 Visible alarms. Visible alarm notification appliances shall be provided in accordance with
Sections 907.5.2.3.1 through 907.5.2.3.6."
907.5.2.3 Visible alarms. Amend by adding thereto the following language new sections 907.5.2.3.5 and
907.5.2.3.6:
"907.5.2.3.4 Tenant space light. Each tenant space in a multiple tenant building shall have an audio
visual alarm visible in a public access area indicating which tenant space has the activated alarm.
907.5.2.3.5 Outside alerting device. All fire alarm and fire suppression systems shall have outside
alerting devices of a type and at a location approved by the building official. Chief Building Official.
907.6.6 Monitoring. Delete the exceptions in their entirety.
907.8 Inspection, testing and maintenance. Amend by adding the following new sections 907.8.5 and 907.8.6:
"907.8.5 Out of service. No alarm shall be out of service without the prior approval of the building
official.
907.8.6 Fire watch required. When a fire alarm system must be taken out of service for any length of
time, a continuous fire watch with the capability of notifying the fire department shall be established at
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all times until service is re-established. Otherwise occupancy of the building or space shall not be
permitted.
907.9 Where required in existing buildings and structures. Delete this section in its entirety and insert the following
new section.
"907.9 Where required in existing buildings and structures. An approved fire alarm system complying
with this Chapter shall be provided in all existing buildings and structures."
909.1 Scope and purpose. Amend by adding the following new subsections 909.1.1 and 909.1.2:
"909.1.1 Required smoke control systems. In addition to that required elsewhere in this code, an
emergency smoke control system shall also be provided in new construction as follows:
1. In all buildings with a fire area exceeding forty thousand (40,000) square feet of floor area.
Plenums and sub-floors enclosed within a defined fire area separation do not require separate
smoke control or exhaust systems.
2. In all buildings over three (3) stories or thirty-five (35) feet in height.
3. In covered mall buildings including individual tenant spaces."
Exception: Unlimited area buildings providing smoke and heat venting or a mechanical exhaust
system as required by Section 910.
909.1.2 Design parameters. Smoke control systems shall be designed to provide a minimum of 2 air
changes per hour.
910.4.5 Manual control location. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new paragraph:
910.4.5 Manual contro! location. Manual controls shall be at a location approved by the fire code
official so as to be easily accessible to the fire service from an exterior door of the building and
protected against interior fire exposure by not less than 1-hour fire barriers constructed in accordance
with Section 707 or horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711, or both.
913.2 Protection against interruption of service. Amend by adding the following language:
"Electrically powered fire pumps shall also have an adequately sized emergency generator complying
with the electrical code."
2003 General Precautions. Amend by adding the following new section 2003.8:
"2003.8 Aircraft Storage, Fueling, Maintenance and Operations. The storage, fueling, maintenance,
construction of support facilities and operations, for aircraft, including helicopters, shall be in
accordance with Table 2003.8."
TABLE 2003.8
NFPA 407 Aircraft Fuel Servicing
2304.3 Unattended self-service motor fuel-dispensing facilities. Amend this section by adding the following new
section 2304.3.8:
"2304.3.8 Special dispensers. Special type dispensers such as coin, key or card operated devices, for self
operation by the general public at unattended facilities are prohibited."
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Exception: Aviation fuel dispensers located in secure areas used for aviation purposes, only."
2306.2.5 Portable Tanks. Amend by adding the following language at the end of the section:
"Flammable and combustible fuel stored inside a building shall be in approved metal containers with
self closing lids and the total amount shall not exceed ten (10) gallons. Storage in excess of this amount
must be in approved fire-rated cabinets complying with Section 3404.3 of this code."
3205.5 Pile dimension and height limitations. Amend by adding the following language at the end of the section:
"In no instance shall pile storage be located within 2 feet of the ceiling, nor within eighteen (18) inches
from any sprinkler head."
CHAPTER 50 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Amend by adding thereto the following new section:
"SECTION 5006
TRANSPORTATION
5006.1 Transportation routes. Routes for vehicles transporting hazardous materials, including, but not
limited to, combustible and flammable liquids, shall be approved by State or Federal governments."
5601.1.3 Fireworks. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new section 5601.1.3:
"5601.1.3 Manufacture, sale and storage. The manufacture, sale or storage of explosives and fireworks
is prohibited. Small fireworks containing any amount of pyrotechnic composition designed primarily to
produce visible or audible effects by combustion are also included in this prohibition."
5601.2 Permit required. Delete this section and substitute the following new section 5601.2:
"5601.2 Permit required - city events and city property. Applications for firework displays and discharge shall be
made in a form developed by the Fire Code Official and shall be submitted at least thirty (30) days in advance of an
event. Firework displays either for city events or held on city property must meet the following requirements, as
recommended by the city's risk management agency:
(1) The applicant for a permit must provide an original commercial general liability certificate of
insurance, from an insurance company in good standing with the city, with the following
coverage limits:
a. $5,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage,
with the City of West Chicago, its officials, employees, agents and volunteers named as
additional insureds; and
b. The general aggregate shall be twice the required occurrence limit, or no less than
$10,000,000 per occurrence.
(2) The original certificate of insurance must be provided to the city directly by the insurance
company.
(3) The certificate of insurance must state that there is a no shooters exclusion and that a cross
suits exclusion does not apply to those listed as additional insureds on the certificate."
5601.2.4 Financial responsibility. Delete this section in its entirety and substitute the following new Section
5601.2.4:
"5601.2.4 Permit required - private fireworks displays. For private fireworks displays not conducted on
public property, before a permit is issued, as required by Section 5601.2, the applicant shall file with
the city a commercial general liability insurance policy in the sum of $100,000 for the purpose of the
payment of all damages to persons or property which arise from, or are caused by, the conduct of any
act authorized by the permit upon which any judicial judgment results. Applications for private
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fireworks displays and discharge shall be made in a form developed by the Fire Code Official and shall
be submitted at least thirty (30) days in advance of an event."
5704.2.9.7 Additional requirements for protected above-ground tanks. Amend this section by adding the following
new section 5704.2.9.7.10:
"5704.2.9.7.10 Other requirements. The above-ground storage of Class | flammable liquids, Class II,
Class IIIA and Class IIIB combustible liquids and Class |, II, IIIA, and IIIB solvents in excess of the exempt
amounts in the building code shall conform to the following:
1. All containers shall have a 2-hour rating.
2. All containers shall provide secondary containment.
3. All containers shall conform to the requirements of NFPA 30, 30A, UL 142 and UL 2085.
4. All installation shall comply with the requirements of the Illinois Fire Marshal.
5. The maximum total gallons per tank shall be 2,500 gallons.
6. The maximum number of tanks shall be 2.
7. Multiple compartment tanks with different liquids are allowed with the maximum per tank of
2,500 gallons.
8. The installation shall comply with all local codes, ordinances and standards.
9. The tank installation shall have a permit from the fire district.
10. The tank installation shall have a permit from the Illinois State Fire Marshal.
Exception: Above ground storage tanks utilized solely for permanently affixed emergency
generator-sets, fire-pumps installed with hard-piped connections need not comply with items 5,
6 and 7, listed above when approved by the Fire Code Official."
Section 5704.2.9.6.1 Amend this section by inserting the following geographic limits in which the storage of Class |
and Class II liquids in above-ground tanks outside of buildings is prohibited:
"All residential zoned districts as established by the Code of Ordinances of the City of West Chicago."
Section 5706.2.4.4 Amend this section by inserting the following geographic limits in which the storage of Class |
and Class II liquids in above-ground tanks is prohibited:
"All residential zoned districts as established by the Code of Ordinances of the City of West Chicago."
Section 5806.2 Amend this section by inserting the following geographic limits in which the storage of flammable
cryogenic fluids in stationary containers is prohibited:
"All residential zoned districts as established by the Code of Ordinances of the City of West Chicago."
Section 6104.2 Amend this section by inserting the following geographic limits in which the storage of liquefied
petroleum gas is restricted for the protection of heavily populated or congested areas:
"All residential zoned districts as established by the Code of Ordinances of the City of West Chicago."
SECTION 6106 DISPENSING AND OVERFILLING. Amend this section by adding the following new section 6106.4:
"Section 6106.4 Tank vehicles. No tank vehicle shall be left unattended on any lot, street, highway,
avenue, alley or any other location within the municipal limits unless located in a secured, tamper
proof area and/or during emergency situations, such as loss of primary power, or as otherwise
determined by the Fire Code Official. In all instances, such operations shall comply with all Federal,
State and local regulations."
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(Ord. No. 04-O-0100, § 1(Exh. A), 12-6-2004; Ord. No. 10-0-0101, § 1, 12-6-2010; Ord. No. 11-O0-0031, § 1, 8-1-
2011; Ord. No. 2013-0-0015, § 2, 6-3-2013; Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 3(Exh. A), 7-6-2015; Ord. No. 18-O-0055, § 2, 12-
17-2018; Ord. No. 19-0-0016, § 3, 5-6-2019)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 15-O0-0017, § 3(Exh. A), adopted July 6, 2015, shall be in full force and effect on Aug. 1,
2015.
Sec. 4-12. Accessibility code.
(a) Adopted. There is hereby adopted by reference as if fully set out herein that certain code known as the
"Hineis Accessibility Code_fffective April24, 1997 2018 Illinois Accessibility Code", as published by the State
of Illinois, three (3) copies of which have been on file for a period of more than thirty (30) days prior to the
adoption of this section and are now on file in the office of the e#tyelerk City Administrator or designee.
(Ord. No. 04-O-0100, § 1(Exh. A), 12-6-2004)
Sec. 4-13. Swimming pool and spa code.
(a) | Adopted. There is hereby adopted by reference, as if fully set out herein, that certain code known as the
"2015 International Swimming PeetandSpa-Cede 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code," as
prepared and published by the International Code Council, Inc., together with the additions, insertions,
deletions and changes hereinafter set forth, one (1) copy of which has been [on file] for a period of more
than thirty (30) days prior to the effective date hereof and now is on file in the office of the eity-clerk City
Administrator or designee. ;
(b) Amendments. The following additions, insertions, deletions and changes are hereby made to the above-
adopted code:
[A] 101.1 Title. Insert: "City of West Chicago" where indicated.
[A] 105.6.2. Fee schedule: Delete this section in its entirety and insert the following new section:
"[A] 105.6.2 Schedule of permit fees. A fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with
the schedule as established by the applicable governing authority."
[A] 105.6.3 Fee refunds. Delete this section in its entirety and insert the following new section:
"[A] 105.6.3 Fee refunds. The eede-officiat Chief Building Official is authorized to establish a refund
policy."
[A] 107.4 Violation Penalties. Delete this section in its entirety and insert the following new section:
"[A] 107.4 Violation Penalties. Any person who shall violate a provision of this Code or shall fail to
comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, construct, alter or repair a building or
structure in violation of an approved plan or directive of the building official, or of a permit or
certificate issued under the provisions of this Code, shall be subject to penalties as provided in Chapter
1, section 1-8 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of West Chicago."
(Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 5(Exh. B), 7-6-2015)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 5(Exh. B), adopted July 6, 2015, shall be in full force and effect on Aug. 1,
2015.
Created: 2022-11-28 99:11:45 [EST]
(Supp. No. 139)
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Sec. 4-14. Application and permit fee schedule.
The application and permit fees shall be as prescribed in Appendix G.
(Ord. No. 04-O-0100, § 1(Exh. A), 12-6-2004; Ord. No. 05-O-0090, § 1, 11-21-2005; Ord. No. 06-0-0004, § 2n, 3-6-
2006; Ord. No. 06-0-0076, § 2n, 9-5-2006; Ord. No. 07-0-0017, § 8, 4-16-2007; Ord. No. 07-O-0105, § 1, 12-7-2007,
eff. 1-1-2008; Ord. No. 09-O0-0025, § 1, 4-6-2009; Ord. No. 10-0-0039, § 3, 4-19-2010; Ord. No. 11-0-0007, § 45, 5-
16-2011; Ord. No. 15-0-0017, § 4, 7-6-2015)
Editor's note(s)—Ord. No. 15-O-0017, § 4, adopted July 6, 2015, shall be in full force and effect on Aug. 1, 2015.
Sec. 4-15 Property Maintenance Code
(a) Adopted. There is hereby adopted by reference, as if fully set out herein, that certain code known as the
“2021 International Property maintenance Code” as prepared and published by the International Code
Council, Inc., together with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes hereinafter set forth, one (1)
copy of which has been [on file] for a period of more than thirty (30) days prior to the effective date hereof
and now is on file in the office of the City Administrator or designee.
Secs. 4-1516—4-25. Reserved.
Created: 2022-11-28 09:11:45 [EST]
(Supp. No. 139)
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WEST CHICAGO POLICE
DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REPORT
JUNE, 2023
Colin Fleury, Chief of Police

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TABLE OF CONTENTS


Organizational Chart .........................................................................................................................3

Department Overview .............................................................................................................................. 4

Personnel ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Criminal Activities ........................................................................................................... 7

Monthly Totals ..............................................................................................................................................................................9

Officer Activities............................................................................................................................................................... 10

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Organizational Chart
West Chicago Police Department
West Chicago Police Department Organizational Chart
Chief of Police
Analyst
Deputy Chief
Investigations/Support
Services Commander,
Community Relations
Officer
Investigations Sergeant Administrative Sergeant
HSI Detective
Social Worker
Records
Supervisor
Records Personnel
Contractual
Patrol Commander
Night B
Sergeant
Patrol Officers
Days A DaysB
Sergeant Sergeant
Patrol Officers
‘Nights A
Sergeant
Patrol Officers
Gang/Narcotics
Detectives
Patrol Officers
School Resource
Officers
Evidence Custodian
(CSO)
As of April 2023

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Department Overview

The Mission of the West Chicago Police Department  is to Protect Life and  Liberty, Provide Quality
Police Services, and Forge Community Partnerships with Integrity and Professionalism.

There are three divisions in the Police Department: the Office of the Chief of Police, the
Patrol Division, and the Investigations/Administrative Division.

The primary responsibility of the Office of the Chief of Police is to provide general management
direction and control for the Department. The Office of the Chief of Police consists of the Chief   of
Police, the Deputy Chief of Police, and the Management Analyst.

The Patrol Division consists of Uniformed Patrol Officers, the Community Service Officer, and the
Training Officer.

The   Investigations/Administrative  Division  consists  of  Detectives,  School  Resource  Officers,
Evidence/Property,  the  Targeted  Response   Unit,   the Community  Relations  Officer,  the
Administrative Sergeant, and Records and Social Services.

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Personnel

On June 2nd, Officer Sauseda and Kane completed K9 training at the Kane County Sheriff’s Office.


On June 3rd, Officers participated in Touch a Truck at Reed-Keppler Park.

On June 15th, Officers Arms and Montgomery met with children at Kwasman Park for the
Department’s first Freezer Pops with Cops event. Another Pops with the Cops event was held on
June 20th at Pioneer Park—many thanks to JelSert for donating the Fla-Vor-Ice.

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Criminal Activities

Motor Vehicle Theft:

#2300970 Person(s) unknown stole a truck from a business located in the 1300 block of Howard
Dr.

#2300977 Person(s) unknown stole a truck from a business in the 1500 block of W. Hawthorne Dr.
The vehicle was later located unoccupied in the 1100 block of Carolina Dr.

Burglary from Motor Vehicle:

#2300971 Person(s) unknown entered the unsecured vehicle in the 1100 block of Lillian Ln.
Removed were two pairs of sunglasses valued at $120.00 and a pocket knife of unknown value.

#2301035 Person(s) unknown entered two unsecured vehicles parked in the 100 block of Wycliffe
Dr. The subjects left on bicycles and were later spotted by officers. The suspects eventually
abandoned the bicycles and backpacks fleeing on foot in backyards. The suspects were not
apprehended. The investigation is ongoing.

#2301063 Person(s) unknown entered a vehicle parked in the 1800 block of N. Neltnor Blvd. It is
unknown whether the vehicle had been locked. The owner’s wallet was left in the vehicle, and
when she returned to the SUV, $140.00 had been taken from the wallet.

Criminal Defacement:

#2301000 Person(s) unknown spray painted gang-related graffiti on the west side of an apartment
building in the 100 block of E. Geneva St.

#2301134 Person(s) unknown spray painted gang-related graffiti on the rear of Gary School at 130
E. Forest Ave.

Criminal Damage to Property:

#2301008 Person(s) unknown damaged a residence in the 500 block of Kenwood Ave. The front
window to the house had been broken by what appeared to be BB or pellet.

#2301052 Person(s) unknown damaged a vehicle parked in the 100 block of N. Prince Crossing
Rd. The rear driver’s side window to the SUV had been broken by unknown means.

#2301078 Person(s) unknown damaged a residence in the 700 block of Parkside Ave. The front
window to the house had been broken by what appeared to be BBs or pellets.

Retail Theft:

#2300995 Person(s) unknown removed four cameras valued at $1,778.97 from Menards, located at
220 W. North Ave., without paying. The same suspect is believed to have committed similar thefts
in Naperville and Glendale Heights. The investigation is ongoing.

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Burglary:

#2300980 Person(s) unknown entered a storage trailer in the 100 block of Carolina Dr. Removed
were a crowbar and concrete saw. Loss is estimated at $1,101.00.

#2300979 Person(s) unknown entered a storage trailer in the 1000 block of Carolina Dr. and
removed seventy semi-truck tires. A white box truck was observed on surveillance cameras
entering the property. The door was pried open, and a crowbar from a neighboring business’s
trailer was found at the scene. Loss is estimated at $23,200.00. The investigation is ongoing.

#2301034 Person(s) unknown entered a business in the 1200 block of W. North Ave. Entry had
been made by prying the rear door to the business. Once inside the building, the suspect(s) tore the
alarm from the wall.

Theft Over $500.00:

#2300956 Person(s) unknown removed a cell phone from a store in the 200 block of W. North
Ave. and exited without paying. When the employee went to the back room, the suspect concealed
a Samsung S23 phone on his person and then left the store. The clerk later noticed the phone was
missing, and a search of surveillance video uncovered the theft. The phone is valued at $815.00.

#2301017 A known person obtained $10,000.00 to $15,000.00 in products from a business in the
1500 block of Atlantic Dr. Since the start of 2023, the suspect, an employee, would ring in
expense merchandise for $1.00 and then remove the items. The investigation is ongoing.

Theft Under $500.00:

#2300955 A known person removed the victim’s wallet from a locker at a business in the 500
block of Conde St. Contained in the wallet were $70.00, a Metricula card, and work documents.
The victim’s employer checked the surveillance video and identified the offender as a former
employee. The victim declined to press charges.

#230101066 Person(s) unknown removed the victim’s cell phone from a business in the 1800
block of N. Neltnor Blvd. The victim placed her phone down, and when she returned to retrieve it,
the phone was missing. Loss is estimated at $399.00.

Criminal Sexual Assault:

#2301012 A known person sexually assaulted the victim at a residence in the 100 block of Arbor
Ave. The investigation is ongoing.

#2301084 A known person sexually assaulted the 10-year-old victim at a residence in the 900
block of Bishop St. The incident is reported to have occurred in June of 2022. The DuPage
Children’s Center was notified. The investigation is ongoing.

Forgery:
#2300993 A known person arrived at a business in the 500 block of Main St. and presented a
forged check to be cashed. The suspect also provided a passport as proof of identity. The business
owner recognized the check as forged and further recalled that the same subject had presented a
forged check on a previous occasion. The owner stated he was phoning the police, and the suspect

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ran from the store, leaving a cell phone, passport, and the check behind. The investigation is
ongoing.

#2300992 A known person cashed a check for $380.00 at a business in the 500 block of Main St.
This check was later determined to be a forgery. The investigation is ongoing,

Fraud:

#2301077 Person(s) unknown utilized a stolen credit card to make a $2,018.14 purchase of vinyl
flooring. An unknown suspect picked up the product the following day and left in a vehicle with an
Indiana registration. The investigation is ongoing.

Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon:

#2300996 Person(s) unknown fired six shots in a parking lot in the 400 block of Carriage Dr.
Witnesses heard two groups of males arguing, followed by the sound of gunshots. Two vehicles
then fled the scene at a high rate of speed. Six shell casings were located at the scene. The
investigation is ongoing.

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Monthly Totals


      Activities          Mar        Apr        May          Jun           YTD          YTD                 Total
                        2023        2023        2023          2023            2023              2022              2022


     Traffic        742        814        986         839          4,599         2,914         5,923
     Stops


      Traffic        262        375       398        332          1,808         1,011         2,001
    Citations


      Traffic        266        253       370        312           1,648        1,245         2,305
    Warnings


    Parking         153        307       704        527           1,938         1,233         2,134
    Citations


    Traffic         65         44        71         59           366         404          858
   Crashes


      Incident          284        243       347         257          1,618        1,505          3,014
   Reports

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Officer Activities

#2300970 On June 3rd, Officer Richards was dispatched to a single-car crash at the intersection of Neltnor
Blvd. and Diversey Parkway. Officer Rigler arrived to assist. Upon arrival, an unoccupied vehicle was
observed to be heavily damaged and crashed into the tree line. The temporary plates on the vehicle did not
come back to the car’s make and model. In an inventory search of the vehicle, before it was towed, four
catalytic converters with fresh cut marks, two saws, and metal cutting blades were found in the trunk.
Around this time, a Lyft vehicle arrived in the area. The driver stated he was going to pick someone up on
Indianwood Ln. A subject covered in burrs such as those in the tree line by the crash site, emerged from
between two cars and began walking to the Lyft. Officer Solis spoke with a nearby resident whose camera
captured the subject walking from his neighbor's backyard and then crouching between two cars when a
squad car passed. The subject was placed in custody, advised of his rights and transported to the Police
Station, where Detective Calabrese arrived to assist in the investigation. The DuPage County State’s
Attorney’s Office approved charges for Possession of Stolen Motor Vehicle Parts and Possession of
Burglary Tools. The subject was fingerprinted, photographed, and transported to the DuPage County Jail.

#2300198 On February 23rd, 2023, Detective Eversole received an email from West Chicago Community
School District 94 staff. The School District learned that a $10,710.88 check issued by the District to a
vendor had been altered in that the payee’s name was changed. A surveillance photo was obtained from the
bank lobby where the suspect deposited the altered check. In March, the photo was run through a facial
recognition program. The results provided a suspect’s information. On June 1st, Detectives Herbert and
Eversole arrived at an Illinois Department of Corrections Parole Office in Chicago to meet with the
suspect, who was placed under arrest and transported back to the Police Station to be interviewed. The
suspect left her car at the Parole Office, and the keys were left with parole agents. While detectives were
transporting the subject back to the station, parole agents searched the vehicle. Several altered checks,
made out to persons' names other than the suspect, were photographed by the parole agents and sent to the
detectives. An inventory search of the suspect took place, and several credit cards in other individuals’
names were located. A bank deposit slip with a copy of a check was also found. Detective Flanigan
contacted the remitter of the check and learned that the check had been altered to a new recipient name.
When presented with a surveillance photo from the Chase Bank where the West Chicago School District
check had been deposited, the suspect admitted it was her in the photo. She added that she was given the
$10,710.88 check to deposit into an account and that this individual then gave her $2,000.00 to keep. The
suspect admitted to making at least two other fraudulent check deposits and then receiving a share of the
money. The suspect’s boyfriend drove to the Police Station in the suspect’s car, leaving the vehicle a block
away from the Station. The vehicle was towed to the Police Station, a search warrant was obtained, and a
subsequent search located several other checks and pieces of mail in other people’s names. A black
substance wrapped in tinfoil, thought to be narcotics, was also found and sent to the lab for analysis. The
DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office approved a charge of Theft Over $10,000.00. The suspect was
fingerprinted, photographed, and transported to the DuPage County Jail.

#2301023 On June 13th, while on routine patrol, Officer Sauseda observed a vehicle traveling in the area of
Roosevelt Rd. and Bishop St. The driver, was recognized as a subject involved in a gang shooting and drug
incidents. The vehicle pulled into a driveway on Bishop St., and both occupants quickly exited. Shortly
afterward, the vehicle was observed turning on Forest Ave. Due to illegal window tinting, it was decided to
stop the vehicle. The driver refused to stop exceeding the speed limit and disobeying a stop sign at Gates
and Brown St. The vehicle pulled into a driveway in the 500 block of E Pomeroy St and two occupants
exited the van. Office Sauseda, Guerra, Cummings, and MacDougall placed the subjects in custody. A pat
down of the passenger located a firearm in his waistband. Both suspects were transported to the Police
Station. Detective Herbert and Officer Sauseda attempted to interview the subjects, however, they
declined to speak with the officers. The DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office approved charges of
Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding against the driver and Unlawful Use of a Weapon against the passenger.

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They were fingerprinted, photographed, and transported to the DuPage County Jail.

#2301076 On June 20th, Detectives Herbert, Eversole, and Flanigan received information that a stolen auto
was traveling eastbound on Roosevelt Rd. from Fabyan Parkway. The detectives were provided with the
vehicle description and plate and then searched for the vehicle on Roosevelt Rd. The vehicle was located
in the 500 block of Roosevelt Rd. in Glen Ellyn, the vehicle was confirmed in the Law Enforcement
Agency Data System (LEADS) as stolen, and a stop of the vehicle occurred. The driver was placed in
custody and transported to the Police Station. The subject was interviewed and stated he rented the car for
$100.00 from a lady he had seen before in his neighborhood. He did not know the lady’s name. The
registered owner of the vehicle was contacted and stated he had never heard of the suspect who was
driving the car. The DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office approved charges of Possession of a Stolen
Motor Vehicle, Driving While License is Revoked, and Failure to Surrender FOID Card. The suspect was
fingerprinted, photographed, and transported to the DuPage County Jail.

#2301116 On June 25th, Office Solis received an alert that a stolen vehicle was southbound in the area of
Neltnor Blvd. and Grove Ave. Officer Solis located and attempted to stop the vehicle at Neltnor Blvd. and
Joliet St. The vehicle fled at a high rate of speed northbound on Joliet St. The driver eventually lost
control of the car at Lehman Middle School and fled on foot. Officers Serrano, Chapman, and K9 Officer
Rigler arrived in the area to assist in locating the suspect, who was found hiding in bushes behind a
residence in the 800 block of Joliet St. Placed in custody and transported to the Police Station, the suspect
declined to speak with officers. The Lake Zurich Police Department was the agency that took the stolen
auto report and advised that the owner reported that the car was taken overnight and that the keys were left
in the center console. Attempts to reach the registered owner were unsuccessful. The DuPage County
State’s Attorney’s Office declined to approve a Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle charge but approved
a charge of Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding. The subject was fingerprinted, photographed, and transported
to the DuPage County Jail.

#2100049/2001964 On December 14th, 2020 officers responded to Gallo Gioielli at 1275 W. Roosevelt
Rd. for a burglary call. The front glass doors to the business had been shattered. Numerous jewelry
showcases were damaged inside the store, and items appeared missing. Video from the doorbell camera
showed three subjects wearing masks and dark clothing approach the business armed with a hammer. It
was determined that watches, necklaces, and bags valued at $8,567.00 had been taken. Then on January
8th, 2021, officers responded to the BP gas station at 219 S. Neltnor Blvd. for a burglary. A cash register
drawer was missing. It was apparent that the ATM had been forced open, and trays that held cash had been
removed. Missing was approximately $3,000.00 in cash and 120 cartons of cigarettes. While officers were
investigating the burglary, notification was received that DuPage County Forest Preserve police had
located cash register drawers and other items in the Timber Ridge Preserve parking lot. A business across
the street from the Forest Preserve had a camera that captured images of a white box truck and black sedan
entering and exiting the lot where the drawers had been found. In April, Detective Peterson and an FBI
special agent met in Addison to conduct an interview. Interviewing the rental owner, they confirmed that
suspects had occasionally rented U hauls. Additionally, the individual could identify a suspect and provide
a name after viewing a Ring camera video from a burglary at Rallo Jewelry. Detectives Herbert and
Bowers were able to determine the suspect’s name after watching the Ring camera video. In May of 2021,
Detective Peterson received information from Officer Landbo that an informant had told him he knew an
individual committing burglaries in West Chicago. The informant provided Snapchat and voicemail
messages where a suspect asked him to participate in ATM burglaries. On March 15th, 2023, the DuPage
County State’s Attorney’s Office approved a charge of Burglary for the suspect, and Sergeant Peterson
obtained an arrest warrant. On May 9th, 2023, the suspect was stopped by the Willowbrook Police
Department for a traffic violation and was arrested on the West Chicago warrant. Transported to the Police
Station, Detective Flanigan and Sergeant Peterson attempted to interview the suspect, who declined to
make any statements. The suspect was fingerprinted, photographed, and transported to the DuPage County

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Jail.

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WEST CHICAGO POLICE
DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REPORT
JULY, 2023
Colin Fleury, Chief of Police

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TABLE OF CONTENTS


Organizational Chart ........................................................................................................................ 3

Department Overview .............................................................................................................................. 4

Personnel ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Criminal Activities ...........................................................................................................6

Monthly Totals ..............................................................................................................................................................................9

Officer Activities ...............................................................................................................................................................10


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Organizational Chart
West Chicago Police Department
West Chicago Police Department Organizational Chart
Chief of Police
‘Management
Deputy Chief
Patrol Commander " Services Commander
Training Officer Community Relations
Officer
Investigations Sergeant Administrative Sergeant
GangiNarcoti HSI Detective
Detectiv
‘School Resource Social Worker
Officers
SO
(CSO) =
Records Personnel
Contractual
Night B
Sergeant
Patrol Officers
Days A Days B
Sergeant Sergeant
Patrol Officers
‘Nights A
Sergeant
Patrol Officers
Patrol Officers
As of April 2023

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Department Overview

The Mission of the West Chicago Police Department is to Protect Life and Liberty, Provide Quality
Police Services, and Forge Community Partnerships with Integrity and Professionalism.

There are three divisions in the Police Department: the Office of the Chief of Police,
the Patrol Division, and the Investigations/Administrative Division.

The primary responsibility of the Office of the Chief of Police is to provide general management
direction and control for the Department. The Office of the Chief of Police consists of the Chief
of Police, the Deputy Chief of Police, and the Management Analyst.

The Patrol Division consists of Uniformed Patrol Officers, the Community Service Officer, and the
Training Officer.

The  Investigations/Administrative Division  consists of  Detectives, School Resource  Officers,
Evidence/Property,  the  Targeted  Response  Unit,  the Community Relations  Officer,  the
Administrative Sergeant, Records Unit, and Social Services.


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Personnel

On July 5th, Officers Arms and Sauseda and K9 Kane met with children for Pops with the Cops at
Prestonfield Park. On the 18th, Officer Arms handed out freezer pops and visited with children at
the Timberlakes apartment complex. A final July Pops with the Cops was held at Reed-Keppler
Park on the 27th.


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Criminal Activities

Motor Vehicle Theft:

#2301180 A known person took the semi-truck of a business in the 1800 block of W. Hawthorne
Ln. The employee was supposed to return the vehicle on June 7th but failed to do so. The employee
has not responded to the company’s repeated attempts to contact him. The truck was last tracked by
GPS to Columbus, Ohio, but attempts to locate the vehicle have been unsuccessful. The
investigation is ongoing.

#23001299 Person(s) unknown removed a vehicle from a parking lot in the 400 block of Carriage
Dr.

#23001283 Person(s) unknown removed a vehicle from the parking lot at Menards located at 220
W. North Ave.

Criminal Defacement:

#2301230 Person(s) unknown spray painted gang-related graffiti on a stop sign at the intersection
of Augusta Ave. and Allen Ave.

#2301231 Person(s) unknown spray painted gang-related graffiti on a stop sign at the intersection
of Glen Ave. and Joliet St.

#2301257 Person(s) unknown spray painted gang-related graffiti on a sidewalk in the 200 block of
Glen St.

Criminal Damage to Property:

#2301176 Person(s) unknown damaged a vehicle parked in the 2800 block of Culver Ln. The rear
window of the car had been damaged by a BB or pellet.

#2301210 Person(s) unknown damaged a vehicle parked in the 600 block of Kenwood Ave. The
rear window of the car had been shattered by unknown means.

#2301278 Person(s) unknown broke a window on the southwest side of a building in the 1600
block of Downs Dr.

#2301263 Person(s) unknown drove a vehicle across the grass at Pioneer Park located at 479 W.
Forest Ave., damaging the grass.

Retail Theft:

Theft of Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories:
#2301149 A known person advised his employers that he needed to visit a sick relative. The
individual was given permission. The truck and tractor the subject was driving were not returned to
the business in the 1400 block of N. Harvester Ln. and were later located by GPS in Florida. The
employer sent someone to pick up the tractor-trailer and learned that the tires had been swapped

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out and items were missing from the truck. The subject has yet to answer repeated calls from the
employer.
Criminal Sexual Assault:

#2301214 A known person allegedly sexually assaulted the victim at a facility in the 900 block of
Joliet St. Investigation is ongoing.

Fraud:

#23001281 Person(s) unknown obtained two checks issued by the Teamsters Union at 1050 W.
Roosevelt Rd. The checks had been mailed and later, the companies reached out to the Union
inquiring as to where their checks were. The Union obtained copies of the checks and learned that
both had been altered and deposited. A check for $4,065.25 had been deposited into a Bank of
America account in Iowa, and a check for $1,161.50 had been deposited into a U.S. Bank account
in Chicago. The investigation is ongoing.

Aggravated Battery:

#2301177 A known person allegedly threw and struck the victim in the head with a bottle at a
garage in the 200 block of Ann St. The victim was transported by friends to Northwestern
Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, where she received stitches for the cut. The investigation is
ongoing.

Theft of Lost or Mislaid Property:

#2301259 Person(s) unknown removed a cell phone from the locker room of Turtle Splash Water
Park located at 129 W. National St. The victim turned around for a while, and when she looked
back, her cell phone was missing. Loss is estimated at $499.00.

Death Investigation:

#2301151 Person(s) unknown struck the victim with a vehicle in the 29W300 block of Hawthorne
Ln. Calls were received of shots fired, and officers responded, finding the victim lying in a yard. It
was determined that the victim had not been shot, but the injuries were caused by being struck by a
vehicle. The victim was transported to Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital by West
Chicago Fire Protection District personnel and was pronounced deceased. The investigation is
ongoing.


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Monthly Totals


       Activities           Apr       May         Jun             Jul           YTD          YTD                 Total
                          2023        2023        2023          2023            2023              2022              2022


       Traffic        814        986        839          1,187         5,786         3,478         5,923
      Stops


       Traffic        375        398       332        780          2,588         1,178         2,001
      Citations


       Traffic        253        370       312        346           1,994        1,475         2,305
      Warnings


     Parking         307        704       527        479           2,417         1,410         2,134
     Citations


      Traffic         44         71        60         50           417         478          858
     Crashes


        Incident          243        347       257         326          1,944        1,805          3,014
    Reports


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Officer Activities

 #2201220 On 7/20/22, Officers Cummings and Sauseda responded to 200 S Neltnor Blvd for a battery that
 had just occurred. Upon arrival, the victim advised officers she had been attacked, knocked to the ground
 and her leg was “stomped”. A witness stated that the suspect walked over to the victim’s car, reached in,
 and took a bag of cannabis from the center console. The witness stated he saw the victim approach the
 suspect, an argument ensued and the suspect pushed the victim to the ground. The victim stated she saw
 the suspect enter her car, went to confront the suspect, and was then battered. The victim was transported
 to Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital where she was diagnosed with a fractured leg and
 required surgery. Attempts to locate the suspect and/or the suspect’s vehicle were unsuccessful. The
 DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office Approved charges of Robbery and Aggravated Battery against
 the suspect and on August 2, 2022 an arrest warrant was obtained. On July 27, 2023, Officers Kowalik,
 Lukaszek, and Sauseda responded to the Aspen Ridge Apartments to assist DuPage County State’s
 Attorney’s investigators who observed the suspect enter a building in the 400 block of Carriage Dr. The
 suspect exited the apartment building and was placed under arrest by WCPD officers. The suspect was
 transported to the DuPage County Jail.

 #2301236 On 07/14/2023, Officer Rigler along with several other West Chicago Officers responded to the
 area of Washington St. and Aurora Ave. for gang activity. A caller advised there were two vehicles
 occupied by gang members driving past people yelling things out of the window. Officer Jacobs was
 stopped by a subject near the same location advising the vehicles, matching the description of the original
 call were seen in the area of Stimmel St. and Sherman St. also yelling gang terms. Officers located the
 suspect vehicles at Thornton’s Gas Station located at 1330 S. Neltnor Blvd. When one of the vehicles
 exited the gas station, a traffic stop was effected at Neltnor Blvd. and Main St. due to a vehicle violation of
 window tinting. Officers Schoonhoven, McGuire, Chassagne and Richards, and Detectives Moore and
 Calabrese assisted. K9 Mondo conducted a free air sniff of the vehicle indicating on the rear passenger
 door. Based on the positive indication on the door, a probable cause search was performed. Upon
 searching the back storage compartment of the driver’s seat, a Glock 26 loaded with an extended 24-round
 magazine was located. The occupants of the vehicle were placed under arrest and transported to the Police
 Station. A loaded Glock 19 with an extended 24-round magazine was located in the storage compartment
 behind the front passenger seat. A loaded 9mm "Ghost Gun" with no identifying markings on it, nor a
 serial number was found in the glove box. The DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office approved charges
 of Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon against the suspects. Two juvenile offenders were transported to
 the Kane County Youth Home. The adult suspect was transported to the DuPage County Jail.

 #2301243 On 07/15/23, Officer Moos observed a driver in the westbound lanes of North Ave. east of Fair
 Oaks speeding at 71 mph. A traffic stop was made on the car at North Ave. and Prince Crossing Rd. Upon
 approach to the vehicle, Officer Moos smelled a strong aroma of burnt cannabis. When asked, the
 passenger stated there was cannabis in the vehicle. As a result, a probable cause search of the vehicle was
 conducted. Officer Montgomery and Sergeant Bowers arrived to assist. Under the driver’s side seat of the
 car, a loaded 9mm handgun was located. A check of law enforcement databases showed that the driver did
 not possess a FOIA card or a concealed carry license. The driver was placed under arrest and transported to
 the Police Station where Detectives Calabrese and Moore conducted an interview. The driver admitted to
 placing the gun under the seat as he was worried about “world events” and eventually forgot about it. The
 DuPage County State’s Attorney’s office approved a charge of Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon
 against the driver. He was fingerprinted, photographed, and transported to the DuPage County Jail

 #2301287 On 07/21/23, Officer Schiever, while on directed patrol, observed a vehicle running and
 occupied in the southwest corner of the Main Park apartment complex. He observed that the registration
 for the vehicle was out of St. Charles and not registered to the Main Park apartment complex. While
 speaking to the vehicle occupant, located in the center console, in plain sight, was a jar filled with multiple
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marijuana cigar butts, along with one marijuana cigar tip and a green leafy substance. The driver
 acknowledged the items. Emanating from the vehicle was a strong odor of fresh marijuana. Officer Hunt
 arrived on the scene to assist. The occupant was asked to exit the vehicle and a search was conducted. A
 Methylenedioxymethamphetamine pill was found and the subject was placed under arrest for possession of
 a controlled substance. Officer Rigler and K9 Mondo arrived a conducted a sniff of the vehicle for drugs.
 The dog alerted and an additional search occurred. Located in the vehicle were a 9mm handgun loaded
 with 19 rounds reported stolen out of South Carolina, 22 red square tablets suspected to be Lysergic Acid
 Diethylamide (LSD or Acid), one blue magnolia mushroom jar filled with suspected Psilocybin
 (mushrooms) totaling 53.1 grams, 751.1 grams of marijuana flower, a scale and multiple small plastic
 baggies. The subject was transported to the Police Station where he was interviewed by Officer Schiever
 and Detective Calabrese. The suspect admitted that all the drugs in the vehicle were his and that he bought
 the gun from an individual he worked with. The DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office approved
 charges for Armed Violence, Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Possession of Methamphetamine,
 and Possession of a Controlled Substance. The subject was fingerprinted, photographed, and transported to
 the DuPage County Jail.


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