§ 46-77. Required.

(a)

Subject to subparagraphs (b) through (e) below, Section 13.3.1.1. of NFPA 1 is amended to require the installation and maintenance in full operating condition automatic sprinklers in the occupancies specified therein and in the following occupancies:

(1)

New commercial buildings, as of the effective date of this chapter, when the gross square footage exceeds 4,000 square feet.

(2)

Existing commercial buildings when the gross square footage exceeds 4,000 square feet and a change of occupational classification occurs under the provisions of Chapter 3 of the Florida Building Code.

(3)

Existing commercial buildings when any or all additions to the building will result in the building having a gross square footage in excess of 4,000 square feet.

(4)

Residential structures when converted to commercial structures and such conversion results in a building having a gross square footage in excess of 4,000 square feet.

(5)

Buildings categorized in the ordinary hazard occupancies (group 3) or extra hazard occupancies (group 1 and 2), as defined in NFPA, 13, as deemed necessary by the city fire chief.

(6)

Hotels and motels, regardless of gross square footage or number of stories.

(7)

Multifamily residential units consisting of three or more dwelling units, regardless of square footage or number of stories.

(8)

Throughout the entire building of every building, regardless of occupancy or type of construction, over 40 feet in height.

(b)

New construction and additions to existing structures are considered part of the original structure for the purpose of determining total square footage for the fire sprinkler protection.

(c)

In the event a building falls into more than one category, the more stringent category shall apply.

(d)

Any building or occupancy not otherwise categorized herein shall be categorized as a commercial building for purposes of this section.

(e)

For purposes of this section, the term "gross square footage" means the total floor area, measured in square feet, of any building including all areas under roof or mezzanines.

(Ord. No. 05-20, § 3, 3-24-05)