Ordinance No. 82-74 CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON
ORDINANCE NO. 82-
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE WASHINGTON COUNTY RURAL FIRE
PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 1 FIRE PREVENTION ORDINANCE TO HE EFFECTIVE IN CERTAIN
PARTS OF THE CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, fire protection services and other services ordinarily provided by
fire departments are supplied to a portion of the City of Tigard by Washington
County Rural Fire Protection District No. 1; and
WHEREAS, in order to permit the orderly and efficient enforcement of the rules
and regulations of Washington County Rural Fire Protection District No. 1
within the City, and in order to enable the City to assist in the
administration of the provisions of the District's fire prevention ordinance,
and thereby to enhance the protection of the health, safety and welfare of the
residents of the City of Tigard, the City Council of the City of Tigard has
determined that the City should adopt by this ordinance the amendments to the
fire prevention ordinance of Washington County Rural Fire Protection District
No. 1 to be effective in those portions of the City which are also within the
Washington County Rural Fire Protection District No. 1.
NOW, THRREFORE, THE CITY OF TIGARD ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Secti^n 1. Washington County Rural Fire Protection District No. 1 Ordinance
No. 82-1, attached to this ordinance as Exhibit "A", is hereby adopted. This
ordinance also amends the fire prevention ordinance of Washington County Sural
Fire Protection District No. 1, originally adopted by the City of Tigard by
Ordinance No. 81-1, which is otherwise in all respects confirmed and
validated. This ordfnance and City of Tigard Ordinance No. 81-1 shall be
effective only within those portions of the City of Tigard which are also
within the boundaries of Washington County Rural Fire Protection District No.
1.
Section 2: The following a ndments to Washington County Rural Fire
Protection District Ordinance No. 82-1, Exhibit "A", are further made and
adopted:
(a) SECTION I of Ordinance 82-1 of the Washington County
Rural Fire Protection District is amended to read as_follows:
1. The limits referred to Section 77.106(b) of the Uniform
Fire Code in which the storage of explosives and blasting
agents is prohibited are hereby established as follows;
a. All areas other than those currently described
In Washington County Zoning Ordinance as RFC
and MA-2 zones and in the City of Tigard Zoning
Ordinance as iN-2 and then only when those
distances prescribed in the American Table of
Distances for the storage of explosives
(Uniform Fire Code Table No. 77.201) are
maintained and a permit is obtained pursuant to
Section 77.104.
2. The limits referred to in Section 79.201 of the Uniform
Fire Code in which the storage of flammable or combustible
liquids in outside above-ground tanks is prohibited are
hereby established as follows:
a. All areas other than those currently described in the
Washington County Zoning Ordinance as AF-5, AF-10,
AF-20, @FC and MA-2 zones and in the City of Tigard
Zoning Ordinance as M2 and then only when the location
and storage facilities have been first approved and a
permit obtained pursuant to Section 79.103.
3. The limits referred to in Section 79.201 of the Uniform
Fire Code in which new bulk plants for flammable or
combustible liquids are prohibited are hereby established
as follows:
a. All areas other than those currently described in the
Washington County Zoning Ordinance as AF-5, AF-10,
AF-20, EFU, 8FC and MA-2 zones and in the City of
Tigard Zoning Ordinance as M2 and then only when the
location and storage facilities have first been
approved and a permit obtained pursuant to Section
79.103.
4. n,�_ limits referred to in Section 82.105(x) of the Uniform
Fire Code in which the bulk storage of liquefied petroleum
San is restricted are hereby established as follows:
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a. All areas other than those currently described in the
Washington County Zoning Ordinance as AF-5, AF-10,
AF-20, SFU, BFC and MA-2 zones and in the City of
Tigard Zoning Ordinance as lit and then only when
approval has been obtained pursuant to Section 81.102.
Section 3: Inasmuch as it is necessary for the peace, health, and safety of
the people of the City of Tigard that the said amendment be made with the
least possible delay, an emergency is hereby declared to exist, and this
ordinance shall become effective upon its passage by the Council and signature
by the Mayor.
PASSED: 8y the Council, byJ Lf1Li��/dh�a vote of all Council members
present, after being clad two times by number and title only,
this 7k. day of 1982.
Recorder - City of Ttg
APPROVED: By the Mayor, this / daayy of r1�rPeai.b./c , 1982
Mayor - City of Tigard
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ORDINANCE 82-1
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EXHIBIT "A"
WASHINGTON COUNTY RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 1
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 80-1 s'
ADOPTING FIRE CODES FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY
RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 1 AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, the District, pursuant to the authority granted under ORS
198.510 to ORS 198.600 and ORS 478.910 to ORS 478.940 has the power to adopt a
Fire Prevention Code and,
WHEREAS, from review of the existing regulations it has been determined
that it is prudent and in the public interest to amend certain requirements as set
forth in the Fire Prevention Ordinance of Washington County Rural Fire Protection
District No. 1.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY ORDAINED by Washington County Rural Fire
Protection District No. 1 as follows:
SECTION I , Section VIII of Ordinance No. 80-1 is hereby amended to
read:
1 . The limits referred to in Section 77.106 (b) of the
Uniform Fire Code in which the storage of explosives
and blasting agents is prohibited are hereby estab-
lished as follows:
a. All areas other than those currently described in
Washington County Zoning Ordinance as EFC and MA-2 ..
zones and then only when those distances prescribed
in the American Table of Distances for the storage
of explosives (Uniform Fire Code Table No. 77.201)
are maintained and a permit is obtained pursuant
to Section 77.104.
2. The limits referred to in Section 79.201 of the Uniform
Fire Code in which the storage of flammable or combustible
liquids in outside above-ground tanks is prohibited are
hereby established as follows:
a. All areas other than those currently described in
the Washington County Zoning Ordinance as AF-5, AF-10,
AF-20, EFU, EFC and MA-2 zones or their equivalent
zones and then only when the location and storage F
facilities have been first approved and a permit
obtained pursuant to Section 79.103.
3. The limits referred to in Section 79.201 of the Uniform
Fire Code in which new bulk plants for flammable or com-
bustible liquids are prohibited are hereby established
as follows:
a. All areas other than those currently described in
the Washington County Zoning Ordinance as AF-5,
AF-10, AF-20, EFU, EFC and MA-2 zones or their
equivalent zones and then only when the location
and storage facilities have first been approved
and a permit obtained pursuant to Section 79.103.
4. The limits referred to in Section 82.105 (a) of the
Uniform Fire Code in which the bulk storage of liquefied
petroleum gas is restricted are hereby established as
fol 1 ows:
a. All areas other than those currently described in
the Washington County Zoning Ordinance as AF-5, AF-10,
AF-20, EFU, EFC and MA-2 zones and then only when
approval has been obtained pursuant to Section 82.102.
SECTION II, Section X of Ordinance 80-1 is hereby amended by changing
the designation for subsection 13 to read 14 and sequentially changing all sub-
sequent subsection designations and by inserting a new subsection 13 to read:
1. Subsection (c) of Section 3301 of the State of Oregon
Structural Specialty Code and Fire and Life Safety Code
is amended by adding a definition for the term "room"
as follows:
"Room" is a space or area bounded by any obstruction to
exit passage which at any time encloses more than 80
percent of the perimeter of the area. In computing the
unobstructed perimeter, openings less than 3 feet in
clear width and less than 6 feet 8 inches high shall
not be considered.
SECTION III, Section XIV of Ordinance 80-1 is amended by changing
the designation of subsection 10 to 11 and sequentially changing all other sub-
section designations and then the insertion of a new subsection 10 to read:
Article 25 is amended as follows:
a. Section 25.114 i s. amended to read as follows:
Candles and Open-Flame Devices
Section 25.114. Candles and open-flame devices shall not be used in places
of public assemblage nor drinking or dining establishments.
EXCEPTIONS: (1) When used in conjunction with approved heating or cooking
appliances in areas not accessible to the public. (2) When used in con-
formation with Section 25.115.
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b Section 25.115. Redesignate as Section 25.116 and amend the first
sentence to read:
". . . one or more qualified persons as required and approved by the
Chief . ." and change "fireman" to "such individuals" throughout
the entire Section.
c. Section 25.115. Redesignate as Section 25.116 and amend the first
sentence to read:
Requirements for Use of Open-Flame Devices,Section 25.115:
(1 ) Permits. For permits to use candles or open flames in
assembly areas, see Section 4.101.
(2) General . The use of candles and open-flame devices shall comply
with the following:
1. Open-Flame Food Preparation. The Preparation of flaming
foods and beverages only when dispensed from one of the
following:
A. Flammable liquids may be used in the preparation of
flaming foods and "beverages only when dispensed from
one of the following:
(i) A 1-ounce container.
(ii) A container not to exceed 1 quart with a
controlled pouring device that will limit
the flow to 1 ounce.
B. Flaming foods or beverages shall be prepared only in
the immediate vicinity of the table being served.
They shall not be transported or carried while burning.
C. The person preparing the flaming foods or beverages
shall have a wet cloth towel immediately available
for use in smothering the flames in the event of
emergency.
D. The serving of flaming foods or beverages shall be done
in a safe manner and shall not create high flames. The
pouring, ladling or spooning of liquids is restricted
to maximum height of 8 inches above the receiving
receptacle.
E. All containers, when not in use, shall be secured to
prevent spillage.
2. Open-Flame Decorative Lighting. Open-flame decorative lighting
shall comply with the.following:
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A. Class I flammable liquids and liquefied petroleum gases i
shall not be used.
B. Liquid-fueled lighting devices shall contain not more
than 3 ounces of fuel .
C. The devices shall be constructed to prevent the spilling
of liquid fuel when not in an upright position.
D. The device shall be designed so that it will return to
the upright position after being tilted to an angle of
45 degrees from vertical or the device shall be
securely anchored.
E. The flame shall be enclosed, except as follows:
(i) Openings on the sides shall not be more than
3/8 inch in diameter.
(ii) Openings on the top shall not be more than
2 inches in diameter.
(iii) There shall be a minimum of 3 inches between
the top of the flame and top opening of the
device so that tissue paper placed on top of
device will not ignite in 10 seconds.
F. The shade shall be made of noncombustible materials and
securely attached to the open-flame device.
EXCEPTIONS: (1 ) Candelabra with flame-lighted candles
that are securely fastened in place to prevent over-
turning are located away from occupants using the area
and away from possible contact of drapes, curtains or
other combustibles. (2) When, in the opinion of the
Chief, adequate safeguards have been taken, candles
may be permitted if required for religious purposes.
Hand-held candles shall not be passed from one person
to another while lighted.
SECTION IV, Section XIV is amended by changing the designation of
subsection 13 to 14 sequentially redesignating all subsequent subsections and the
insertion of a new subsection 13 to read:
I . Subsection (b) of Section 78.102 is amended to read:
Except as permitted in ORS 480.110 through 480.122 which is
hereby adopted and by this reference is made a part hereof
and as hereinafter permitted, it shall be unlawful for any
person to possess, store, to offer for sale, expose for sale,
sell at retail or use or explode any fireworks, provided
that the Chief shall have the power to adopt reasonable
rules and regulations for the granting of permits for super-
vised public displays of fireworks by a jurisdiction, fair
association, amusement parks, other organizations or for the
use of fireworks by artisans in the pursuit of their trade.
Every such use or display shall be handled by a competent
operator approved by the Chief and shall be of such character
and so located, discharge or fired so as, in the opinion of
the Chief after proper investigation, not to be hazardous
to property or endanger any person.
SECTION V. Where in the provision of ORS 480.110 through 480.122
tib term "State Fire Marshal" is used it shall be held to mean the Fire Marshal
of Washington County Rural Fire Protection District No. 1 .
SECTION VI. The Board of Directors of Washington Count Rural Fire
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Protection District No. 1 finds and determines that it is necessary and expedient
for the provisions of this Ordinance to go into effect forthwith for the protec-
tion and preservation of the health, safety and welfare of the inhabitants of
Washington County Rural Fire Protection District No. 1 and to preclude placing an
undue burden upon the inhabitants of this District or the general public who are
subject to the regulations of the Fire Prevention Ordinance of Washington County .
Rural Fire Protection District No. 1 .
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NOW, THEREFORE, an emergency is hereby declared to exist and this
Ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its passage by the
Board of Directors, approval of the President and attestation by the Secretary.
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PASSED by the District this /17day ofE= i 1982
APPROVED by the President this f> `day of i �7IIV 1982
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SECRETARY
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