District of Columbia Administrative Code

1018 WELDING ON BOILERS AND UNFIRED PRESSURE VESSELS Insert new Section 1018 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 1018.1 Rules for welding on boilers and unfired pressure vessels. The construction, installation, repair or alteration of a boiler or unfired pressure vessel by…

1019 TEST METHODS Insert new Section 1019 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 1019.1 Welder qualification tests. The qualification tests described herein shall be specifically devised to determine a welder’s ability to produce sound welds. In order to determine the welder’…

1020 REPAIRS BY WELDING Insert new Section 1020 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 1020.1 Repairs limited to specific types of steel. These rules shall be applicable only to repairs to steel having a known weldable quality, and are further limited to carbon steel having a…

1021 WELDED REPAIRS ON BOILERS AND UNFIRED PRESSURE VESSELS Insert new Section 1021 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 1021.1 Crack repair in stayed areas. Cracks in stayed areas shall be allowed to be repaired by welding, provided that no multiple or star cracks radiatin…

1022 EXISTING POWER BOILER INSTALLATIONS Insert new Section 1022 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 1022.1 Maximum allowable working pressure. The maximum allowable working pressure on the shell or drum of a power boiler shall be determined by the strength of the weakest …

1023 PARTS AND EQUIPMENT FOR EXISTING POWER BOILER INSTALLATIONS Insert new Section 1023 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 1023.1 Fire-actuated fusible plugs. Where fire-actuated fusible plugs are used, they shall conform to the rules of the ASME Code for new constructio…

1024 EXISTING HEATING BOILER INSTALLATIONS Insert new Section 1024 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 1024.1 Maximum allowable working pressure. The maximum allowable working pressure of heating boilers shall be determined as follows: 1. Riveted Heating Boilers. The maxim…

1025 EXISTING MINIATURE BOILER INSTALLATIONS Insert new Section 1025 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 1025.1 Maximum allowable working pressure. The maximum allowable working pressure on the shell or drum of a miniature boiler shall be determined in accordance with the …

1026 EXISTING UNFIRED PRESSURE VESSEL INSTALLATIONS Insert new Section 1026 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 1026.1 Maximum allowable internal working pressures. The maximum allowable working pressure for a pressure vessel shall be determined in accordance with Sections…

1101 GENERAL Strike Section 1101.4 of the International Mechanical Code in its entirety and insert new Section 1101.4 in the Mechanical Code in its place to read as follows: 1101.4 Water connection. Water supply and discharge connections associated with refrigeration systems shal…

1500 ASME Strike ASME BPVC from Chapter 15 of the International Mechanical Code, and insert in the Mechanical Code, under subheading ASME, American Society of Mechanical Engineers in Chapter 15, in its place, a new standard reference, to read as follows: ASME American Society of …

1501 NBBPVI Insert in Chapter 15 of the Mechanical Code a new subheading NBBPVI and insert, under that subheading, a new standard reference to read as follows: NBBPVI National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors 1055 Crupper Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43229-1183 Standard re…

1502 NFPA Strike standard reference NFPA 31-ll from Chapter 15 of the International Mechanical Code, under subheading NFPA, National Fire Protection Association, in its entirety and insert new standard reference NFPA 31-11 in Chapter 15 of the Mechanical Code in its place to read…

1503 NSF Insert in Chapter 15 of the Mechanical Code a new subheading NSF, NSF International, and insert, under that subheading, a new standard reference to read as follows: NSF NSF International 789 N. Dixboro Ann Arbor, MI 48105 Standard reference number Title Referenced in cod…

1504 UL Strike standard reference UL 896 in Chapter 15 of the International Mechanical Code, under subheading UL, Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. without substitution. Strike standard reference numbers UL 1812-2009 and UL 1815-2009 from Chapter 15 of the International Mechanical …

202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS Insert new definitions in Section 202 of the Mechanical Code to read as follows: ASME CODE. The Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (ASME BPVC) published by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers as referenced in Chapter 15, Referenced Standards. BOILER,…

401 GENERAL Strike Section 401.2 of the International Mechanical Code in its entirety and insert new Section 401.2 in the Mechanical Code in its place to read as follows: 401.2 Ventilation required. Every occupied space shall be ventilated by natural means in accordance with Sect…

501 GENERAL Insert new Section 501.3.1.2 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 501.3.1.2 Garage exhaust termination. Exhaust air from garage exhaust systems or outlets shall not be directed onto walkways. The termination point of private parking garage mechanical exhaust sys…

506 COMMERCIAL KITCHEN HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM DUCTS AND EXHAUST EQUIPMENT Strike Section 506.3.11 of the International Mechanical Code in its entirety and insert new Section 506.3.11 in the Mechanical Code in its place to read as follows: 506.3.11 Grease duct enclosures. A greas…

515 LABORATORY VENTILATING SYSTEMS Insert new Section 515 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 515.1 Laboratory hoods. Laboratory hoods and laboratory ventilating systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 45. SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 61 DC…

607 DUCT AND TRANSFER OPENINGS Strike Section 607.5.4 of the International Mechanical Code in its entirety and insert new Section 607.5.4. in the Mechanical Code in its place to read as follows: 607.5.4 Corridors/smoke barriers. A listed smoke damper designed to resist the passag…

801 GENERAL Insert new Section 801.18.5 in the Mechanical Code to read as follows: 801.18.5 Integrity inspection. Before a new or replacement vented appliance is approved for use in connection with an existing chimney, the chimney shall be relined or shall be inspected for integr…

922 KEROSENE AND OIL-FIRED STOVES Strike Section 922.1 of the International Mechanical Code in its entirety and insert new Section 922.1 in the Mechanical Code in its place to read as follows: 922.1 General. Kerosene and oil-fired stoves shall not be used or installed in any prem…

101 GENERAL Strike Chapter 1 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 101 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 101.1 General. Administration and enforcement of the Plumbing Code shall be governed by Chapter 1 of the Building Code,…

1101 GENERAL Strike Section 1101.2 in the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 1101.2 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 1101.2 Where required. All roofs, paved areas, yards, courts and courtyards shall drain into a separate storm …

1104 CONDUCTORS AND CONNECTIONS Strike Section 1104.2 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 1104.2 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 1104.2 Combining storm with sanitary drainage. The sanitary and storm drainage systems of a…

1115 RAINWATER COLLECTION AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS Insert new Section 1115 in the Plumbing Code to read as follows: 1115.1 Scope. The provisions of this section shall govern the construction, installation, alteration and repair of rainwater collection and conveyance systems. Wate…

1301 GRAY WATER RECYCLING SYSTEMS Strike Sections 1301.1 and 1301.2 and Figure 1301.1(1) of the International Plumbing Code in their entirety and insert new Sections 1301.1 and 1301.2 in the Plumbing Code in their place to read as follows: 1301.1 Scope. The provisions of Chapter …

1302 SYSTEMS FOR FLUSHING WATER CLOSETS AND URINALS Strike Section 1302.3 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Sections 1302.3 and 1302.3.1 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 1302.3 Makeup water. Where an uninterrupted supply is req…

SUBSURFACE LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION SYSTEMS Strike Section 1303 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety without substitution. SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 61 DCR 3169 (March 28, 2014 – Part 2); as corrected by Errata Notice published at 61 DCR 5246 (May 23, 2014).…

EPA Insert a new EPA referenced standard in Chapter 14 of the Plumbing Code to read as follows: EPA Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20460 Standard Reference Number Title Referenced in code section number Water Sense October 2007 High-ef…

202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS Insert the following new definitions in Section 202 of the Plumbing Code to read as follows: HIGH RISK NON-RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE. Any building or structure that houses operations that pose a health hazard contamination risk to the public water supply. LEAD…

301 GENERAL Strike Section 301.3 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 301.3 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 301.3 Connections to drainage system. Every improved lot in which plumbing fixtures are installed shall have its …

305 PROTECTION OF PIPES AND PLUMBING SYSTEM COMPONENTS Strike Section 305.4.1 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 305.4.1 in the Plumbing Code to read as follows: 305.4.1 Sewer depth. Building sewers shall be installed not less than 30 inches…

403 MINIMUM PLUMBING FACILITIES Strike Section 403.4 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 403.4 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 403.4 Signage. Multi-occupancy public facilities shall be designated by a legible sign for ea…

405 INSTALLATION OF FIXTURES Strike Section 405.3.2 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 405.3.2 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 405.3.2 Public lavatories. Lavatories shall be installed within multiple-occupancy employee …

410 DRINKING FOUNTAINS Strike Section 410.1 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 410.1 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 410.1 Approval. Drinking fountains shall conform to ASME A112.19.1/CSA B45.2 or ASME A112.19.2/CSA B45…

603 WATER SERVICE Strike Section 603.1 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 603.1 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 603.1 Size of water service pipe. The water service pipe shall be sized to supply water to the structure in…

604 DESIGN OF BUILDING WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM Strike Table 604.4 in the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Table 604.4 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: TABLE 604.4 MAXIMUM FLOW RATES AND CONSUMPTION FOR PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE…

605 MATERIALS, JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS Strike Section 605.2 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert in its place new Section 605.2 to the Plumbing Code to read as follows: 605.2 Lead content of water supply pipe and fittings. Pipe and pipe fittings, including…

PROTECTION OF POTABLE WATER SUPPLY Strike Section 608.16.4 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 608.16.4 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 608.16.4 Connections to automatic fire sprinkler systems and standpipe systems. The …

614 LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION AND OUTDOOR FOUNTAINS Insert new Section 614 in the Plumbing Code to read as follows: 614.1 Landscape irrigation systems. Irrigation of exterior landscaping shall comply with Sections 614.1.1 and 614.1.2. Exception: Projects under the jurisdiction of the …

701 GENERAL Strike Section 701.2 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 701.2 in the Plumbing Code to read as follows: 701.2 Sewer required. Buildings in which plumbing fixtures are installed and premises having drainage piping shall be connecte…

712 SUMPS AND EJECTORS Strike Section 712.3.5 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 712.3.5 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 712.3.5 Pump connection to the drainage system. Pumps connected to the drainage system shall conne…

715 BACKWATER VALVES Strike Section 715.1 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 715.1 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 715.1 Sewage backflow. Where plumbing fixtures are installed on a floor with a finished floor elevation …

802 INDIRECT WASTES Strike Section 802.3 of the International Plumbing Code in its entirety and insert new Section 802.3 in the Plumbing Code in its place to read as follows: 802.3 Waste receptors. Waste receptors shall be of an approved type. A removable strainer or basket shall…

101 GENERAL Strike Chapter 1 of the International Property Maintenance Code in its entirety and insert new Chapter 1 in the Property Maintenance Code in its place to read as follows: 101.1 Title. The D.C. Property Maintenance Code (2013), hereinafter referred to as the “Property …

102 APPLICABILITY Strike Chapter 1 of the International Property Maintenance Code in its entirety and insert new Chapter 1 in the Property Maintenance Code in its place to read as follows: 102.1 Conflicting provisions. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a…

103 DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS Strike Chapter 1 of the International Property Maintenance Code in its entirety and insert new Chapter 1 in the Property Maintenance Code in its place to read as follows: 103.1 Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs. The pr…

104 DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE CODE OFFICIAL Strike Chapter 1 of the International Property Maintenance Code in its entirety and insert new Chapter 1 in the Property Maintenance Code in its place to read as follows: 104.1 General. The code official shall enforce the provisions of t…