St. Louis Revised Code tit. 25, ch. 25.06 — INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE | Revised Code of the City of Saint Louis, 2020, Annotated (Supp. No. 11: codified through Ordinance No. 72042, enacted October 30, 2025) — City of St. Louis

St. Louis Revised Code § 25.06.030 Amendments.

25.06.030 - Amendments. The 2018 International Fire Code is amended in the following respects: CHAPTER 1 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Delete Chapter 1 as published in its entirety. Add a new Chapter 1 to read as follows: CHAPTER 1\SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION SECTION 101 SCOPE AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Fire Code of the City of Saint Louis, hereinafter referred to as "this code." 101.2 Scope. This code establishes regulations affecting or relating to structures, processes, and premises and safeguards regarding: 1. The hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling, or use of structures, materials, or devices; 2. Conditions hazardous to life, property, or public welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises; 3. Fire hazards in a structure or on a premises from occupancy or operation; 4. Matters related to the construction, extension, repair, alteration, or removal of fire suppression or alarm systems; and 5. Conditions affecting the safety of fire fighters and emergency responders during emergency operations. 101.2.1 Appendices. Appendices B, C and N are specifically adopted. 101.3 Intent. The purpose of this code is to establish the minimum requirements consistent with nationally recognized good practice for promoting a reasonable level of life safety and property protection from the hazards of fire, explosion, or dangerous conditions in new and existing buildings, structures, and premises and to provide safety to fire fighters and emergency responders during emergency operations. 101.4 Severability. If a section, subsection, clause, or phrase of this code is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this code. 101.5 Validity. In the event any part or provision of this code is held to be illegal or void, this shall not have the effect of making void or illegal any of the other parts or provisions hereof which are determined to be legal and it shall be presumed that this code would have been adopted without such illegal or invalid parts or provisions. SECTION 102 APPLICABILITY 102.1 Construction and Design Provisions. The construction and design provisions of this code shall apply to: 1. Structures, facilities, and conditions arising after the adoption of this code. 2. Existing structures, facilities, and conditions not legally in existence at the time of adoption of this code. 3. Existing structures, facilities, and conditions which, in the opinion of the fire official, constitute a distinct hazard to life or property. 102.1.1 Existing Buildings. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of the adoption of this code shall be permitted to continue without change, except as is specifically covered in this code, the Building Code, the Existing Building Code, or the Property Maintenance Code, or as deemed necessary by the building official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public. 102.2 Administrative, Operational, and Maintenance Provisions. The administrative, operational, and maintenance provisions of this code shall apply to: 1. Conditions and operations arising after the adoption of this code. 2. Existing conditions and operations. 102.3 Change of Use or Occupancy. No change shall be made in the use or occupancy of any structure that would place the structure in a different division of the same group or occupancy or in a different group of occupancies unless such structure is made to comply with the requirements of this code, the Building Code, and the Existing Building Code. Subject to the approval of the building official, the use or occupancy of an existing structure shall be permitted to be changed and the structure allowed to be occupied for purposes in other groups without conforming to all the requirements of this code, the Building Code, and the Existing Building Code for those groups provided the new or proposed use falls under a lower hazard category than the existing use per Chapter 10 of the Existing Building Code. 102.4 Application of Building Code. The design and construction of new structures shall comply with the Building Code and enforced by the building official and any alterations, additions, changes in use, or changes in structures required by this code which are within the scope of the Existing Building Code shall be made in accordance therewith and enforced by the building official. 102.5 Application of Residential Code. Where structures are designed and constructed in accordance with the Residential Code for One- and Two-family Dwellings, the provisions of this code shall apply as follows: 1. Construction and design provisions: Provisions of this code pertaining to the exterior of the structure shall apply, including, but not limited to, premises identification, fire apparatus access and water supplies. Where interior or exterior systems or devices are installed, building or construction permits required by Section 105.7 of this code shall also apply. 2. Administrative, operational, and maintenance provisions: All such provisions of this code shall apply. 102.6 Historic buildings. The provisions of this code relating to the construction, alteration, repair, enlargement, restoration, relocation, or moving of buildings or structures shall not be mandatory for existing buildings or structures designated as historic buildings, landmarks, or contributing resources to an historic district by state or national jurisdictions or City of Saint Louis ordinances when such buildings or structures do not constitute a distinct hazard to life or property. Fire protection in designated historic buildings and structures shall be provided in accordance with an approved fire protection plan. 102.7 Referenced Codes and Standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall apply. Reference standards shall be permitted to be updated by the rule making authority of the building official. 102.8 Subjects Not Regulated by This Code. Where no applicable standards or requirements are set forth in this code, or are contained within other laws, codes, regulations, ordinances, or bylaws adopted by the City of Saint Louis, compliance with applicable standards of the National Fire Protection Association or other nationally recognized fire safety standards, as approved, shall be deemed as prima facie evidence of compliance with the intent of this code. Nothing herein shall derogate from the authority of the fire official to determine compliance with codes or standards for those activities or installations within the fire official's jurisdiction or responsibility. 102.9 Matters Not Provided For. Requirements that are essential for the public safety of an existing or proposed activity, building, or structure, or for the safety of the occupants thereof which are not specifically provided for by this code shall be determined by the fire official. 102.10 Conflicting Provisions. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable. Where, in a specific case, different sections of this code specify different materials, methods of construction, or other requirements, the most restrictive shall govern. 102.11 Other Laws. The provisions of this code shall not be deemed to nullify any provisions of local, state, or federal law. 102.12 Application of References. References to chapter or section numbers or to provisions not specifically identified by number shall be construed to refer to such chapter, section, or provision of this code. SECTION 103 FIRE SAFETY UNIT 103.1 General. The Fire Safety Unit is established within the City of Saint Louis under the direction of the Director of Public Safety and the Building Commissioner. The function of the Fire Safety Unit shall be the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the provisions of this code. 103.2 Appointment. The fire official shall be appointed under the rules of the Civil Service Commission. 103.3 Organization. The fire official shall appoint such number of officers, technical assistants, inspectors and other employees as is necessary for the administration of this code and as authorized by the appointing authority. 103.3.1 Deputy. The fire official is authorized to designate an employee as deputy who shall exercise all of the powers of the fire official during the temporary absence or disability of the fire official. 103.3.2 Restriction of Employees. An official or employee connected with the enforcement of this code, except one whose only connection is that of a member of the Board of Building Appeals established under the Building Code, shall not be engaged in or directly or indirectly connected with the furnishing of labor, materials, or appliances for the construction, alteration, or maintenance of a building or the preparation of construction documents thereof unless that person is the owner of the building or a first degree relative of the owner of the building; nor shall such officer or employee engage in any work which conflicts with official duties or with the interests of the Division of Building and Inspection. Further, no Building Division employee shall be employed by or serve as an employee of any other division within the City service unless a formal request is made by the Building Commissioner to and approved by the appointing authority of that Division. 103.4 Relief from Personal Responsibility. The building/fire official or employee charged with the enforcement of this code, while acting for the jurisdiction, shall not thereby be rendered liable personally, and is hereby relieved from all personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or property as a result of any act required or permitted in the discharge of official duties. Any suit instituted against any employee because of an act performed by that person in the lawful discharge of duties and under the provisions of this code shall be defended by the City of Saint Louis City Counselor's Office until the final termination of the proceedings. The building official or any subordinates shall not be liable for costs or judgment in any action, suit, or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the provisions of this code; and any employee of the Division of Building and Inspection acting in good faith and without malice shall be free from liability for acts performed under any of its provisions or by reason of any act or omission in the performance of official duties in connection therewith. The above protection shall also extend to former employees for work performed during their period of employment with the City of Saint Louis. SECTION 104 GENERAL AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES 104.1 General. The fire official is hereby authorized to enforce the provisions of this code and shall have the authority to render interpretations of this code and to adopt policies, procedures, rules, and regulations in order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code and shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code. 104.1.1 Enforcement. For purposes of the referenced sections, the designated enforcement agency shall be considered to be the "fire official" when used in that section. Chapter 3 (except sections 303, 305, 307, and 309): The Division of Building & Inspection Fire Safety Unit. Sections 303, 305, 307, and 309: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 4 (except sections 403.2.3,403.2.4,403.12.1 and 403.12.3): The Saint Louis Fire Department. Section 403.2.3, 403.2.4, 403.12.1 and 403.12.3: The Division of Building & Inspection Fire Safety Unit and the Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 5: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 6 (except Sections 604, 607 and 608): The Division of Building & Inspection Mechanical Section. Sections 604, 607 and 608: The Division of Building & Inspection Fire Safety Unit. Chapter 7: The Division of Building & Inspection Plan Exam Section and Fire Safety Unit. Chapter 8: The Division of Building & Inspection Plan Exam Section and Fire Safety Unit. Chapter 9 (except sections 901.7, 912 and 916): The Division of Building & Inspection. Sections 901.7, 912 and 916: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 10: The Division of Building & Inspection Plan Exam Section and Fire Safety Unit. Chapter 11: DELETED - See the Existing Building Code. Chapters 12: The Division of Building & Inspection Electrical Inspection Section. Chapters 13 through 19 are reserved. Chapter 20: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 21: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 22: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 23: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 24: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 25 (except Section 2504.5): The Saint Louis Fire Department. Section 2504.5: The Division of Building & Inspection Mechanical Section. Chapter 26: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 27: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 28: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 29: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 30: The Division of Building & Inspection Mechanical Section. Chapter 31: The Division of Building & Inspection Fire Safety Unit. Chapter 32: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 33 (except Section 3305, 3306, 3307, 3310, and 3317): The Division of Building & Inspection Fire Safety Unit. Sections 3305, 3306, 3307, 3310, and 3317: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 34: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 35: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 36: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 37: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 38: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 39: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapters 40 through 49 are reserved. Chapter 50: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 51: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 53 (except sections 5306 and 5307): The Saint Louis Fire Department. Sections 5306 and 5307: The Division of Building & Inspection Mechanical Section. Chapter 54: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 55: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 56: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 57: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 58: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 59: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 60: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 61: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 62: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 63: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 64: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 65: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 66: The Saint Louis Fire Department. Chapter 67: The Saint Louis Fire Department. 104.1.2 Rule Making Authority. The Building Commissioner shall have authority as necessary in the interest of public health, safety, and general welfare to adopt and promulgate rules and regulations to interpret and implement the provisions of this code, to secure the intent thereof, and to designate requirements applicable because of local climatic or other conditions. Such rules shall not have the effect of waiving structural or fire performance requirements specifically provided for in this code or violating accepted engineering practice involving public safety. 104.2 Applications and Permits. The fire official is authorized to receive applications, review construction documents, and issue permits for construction regulated by this code; issue permits for operations regulated by this code; inspect the premises for which such permits have been issued; and enforce compliance with the provisions of this code. 104.3 Right of Entry. Whenever it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce the provisions of this code or whenever the fire official has reasonable cause to believe that there exists in a building or upon any premises any condition or violation of this code which makes the building or premises unsafe, dangerous, or hazardous, the fire official shall have the authority to enter the building or premises at all reasonable times to inspect or to perform the duties imposed upon the fire official by this code. If such building or premises is occupied, the fire official shall present credentials to the occupant and request entry. If such structure or premises is unoccupied, the code official shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other person having charge or control of the building or premises and request entry. If entry is refused, the building official has recourse to every remedy provided by law to secure entry. 104.3.1 Warrant. When the fire official has first obtained a proper inspection warrant or other remedy provided by law to secure entry, an owner or occupant or person having charge, care, or control of the building or premises shall not fail or neglect, after proper request is made as herein provided, to permit entry therein by the fire official for the purpose of inspection and examination pursuant to this code. 104.4 Identification. The fire official shall carry proper identification when inspecting buildings, structures, or premises in the performance of duties under this code. 104.5 Notices and Orders. The fire official shall issue such notices or orders as are required to affect compliance with this code. 104.6 Official Records. The fire official shall keep official records as required by Sections 104.6.1 through 104.6.4. Such official records shall be retained for not less than three years, unless otherwise provided by other regulations. 104.6.1 Approvals. A record of approvals granted shall be maintained by the fire official and shall be available for public inspection during business hours in accordance with applicable laws. 104.6.2 Inspections. The fire official shall keep a record of each inspection made, including notices and orders issued, showing the findings and dispositions of each. 104.6.3 Fire Records. The Saint Louis Fire Department shall keep a record of fires occurring within the City of Saint Louis and of facts concerning the same, including statistics as to the extent of such fires and the damage caused thereby together with other information as required by the fire official. 104.6.4 Administrative. Application for modification, alternative methods of materials, and the final decision of the fire official shall be in writing and shall be officially recorded in the permanent records of the fire official. 104.7 Approved Materials and Equipment. Materials, equipment, and devices approved by the fire official shall be constructed and installed in accordance with such approval. 104.7.1 Used Materials and Equipment. The use of used materials which meet the requirements of this code for new materials is permitted. Used equipment and devices shall not be reused unless they have been reconditioned, tested, and placed in good and proper working condition and approved by the building official. 104.7.2 Technical Assistance. To determine the acceptability of technologies, processes, products, facilities, materials, and uses attending the design, operation, or use of a building or premises subject to inspection by the fire official, the fire official is authorized to require the owner or agent to provide, without charge to the City of Saint Louis, a technical opinion and report. The opinion and report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer, specialist, laboratory, or fire safety specialty organization acceptable to the code official and shall analyze the fire safety properties of the design, operation, or use of the building or premises and the facilities and appurtenances situated thereon to recommend necessary changes. The fire official is authorized to require design submittal to be prepared by and bear the seal, signature, and date of a licensed design professional. 104.8 Modifications. Wherever there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out provisions of this code, the fire official shall have the authority to grant modifications for individual cases upon application of the owner or owner's representative, provided the fire official shall first find that special individual reason makes the strict letter of this code impractical, that the modification is in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code, and that such modification does not lessen health, accessibility, life and fire safety, or structural requirements. The details of action granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in the files of the Division of Building and Inspection. 104.9 Alternative Methods and Materials. The provisions of this code are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or prohibit any method of construction not specifically prescribed for in this code, provided that any such alternative has been approved. The fire official is authorized to approve an alternative material or method of construction where the fire official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code, and that the material, method, or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, and safety. 104.9.1 Research Reports. Supporting data, when necessary to assist in the approval of materials or assemblies not specifically provided for in this code, shall consist of valid research reports from approved sources. 104.9.2 Tests. Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance with the provisions of this code, or evidence that a material or method does not conform to the requirements of this code, or in order to substantiate claims for alternative materials or methods, the fire official shall have the authority to require tests as evidence of compliance to be made at no expense to the City of Saint Louis. Test methods shall be as specified in this code or by other recognized test standards. In the absence of recognized and accepted test methods, the fire official shall approve the testing procedures. Tests shall be performed by an approved agency. Reports of such tests shall be retained by the fire official for the period required for retention of public records. 104.10 Fire Investigation. The fire official, the Fire Department, or other responsible authority shall have the authority to investigate the cause, origin, and circumstances of any fire, explosion, or other hazardous condition. Information that could be related to trade secrets or processes shall not be made part of the public record except as directed by a court of law. 104.10.1 Assistance from Other Agencies. The Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department and other enforcement agencies shall have the authority to render necessary assistance in the investigation of explosions and fires when requested to do so by the Saint Louis Fire Department. 104.11 Authority at Fires and Other Emergencies. The Fire Chief or officer of the Fire Department in charge at the scene of a fire or other emergency involving the protection of life or property or any part thereof, shall have the authority to direct such operation as necessary to extinguish or control any fire; perform any rescue operation; investigate the existence of suspected or reported fires, gas leaks, or other hazardous conditions or situations; or take any action necessary in the reasonable performance of duty. In the existence of such power, the Fire Chief is authorized to prohibit any person, vehicle, vessel, or thing from approaching the scene and is authorized to remove or cause to be removed or kept away from the scene any vehicle, vessel, or thing that could impede or interfere with the operations of the Fire Department and, in the judgment of the Fire Chief, any person not actually and usefully employed in the extinguishing of such fire or in the preservation of property in the vicinity thereof. 104.11.1 Barricades. The Fire Chief or officer of the Fire Department in charge at the scene of an emergency is authorized to place ropes, guards, barricades, or other obstructions across any street, alley, place, or private property in the vicinity of such operation so as to prevent accidents or interference with the lawful efforts of the Fire Department to manage and control the situation and to handle fire apparatus. 104.11.2 Obstructing Operations. No person shall obstruct the operations of the Fire Department in connection with extinguishment or control of any fire or actions relative to other emergencies, or disobey any lawful command of the Fire Chief or officer of the Fire Department in charge of the emergency or any part thereof or of a police officer assisting the Fire Department. 104.11.3 Systems and Devices. No person shall render a system or device inoperative during an emergency unless by direction of the Fire Chief or Fire Department official in charge of the incident. SECTION 105 PERMITS 105.1 General. Permits shall be in accordance with Section 105.1 through 105.7.4 105.1.1 Permits Required. Permits required by this code shall be obtained from the fire official. Permit fees shall be paid prior to issuance of the permit. Issued permits shall be kept on the premises designated therein at all times and shall be readily available for inspection by the fire official. 105.1.2 Types of Permits. There shall be two types of permits as follows: 1. Operational Permit. An operational permit allows the applicant to conduct an operation or a business for which a permit is required by Section 105.6 for either: 1.1 A prescribed period. 1.2 Until renewed or revoked. 2. Building Permit. A building permit allows the applicant to install or modify systems and equipment for which a permit is required by Section 105.7. 105.1.3 Permits for the Same Location. When more than one permit is required for the same location, the fire official is authorized to consolidate such permits into a single permit provided that such provision is listed in the permit. 105.2 By Whom Application Is Made. Application for a permit shall be made by the owner or lessee of the building or structure, or agent of either, or by the Missouri licensed design professional employed in connection with the proposed work. The full names, addresses, and telephone number of the owner, lessee, and applicant shall be stated in the application. Every application shall have a local contact person listed. 105.2.1 Application for Permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application on a form furnished by the Division of Building and Inspection for that purpose. Such application shall: 1. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which the application is made. 2. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended. 3. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information. 4. State the valuation of the proposed work. 5. Be signed by the applicant or the applicant's authorized agent. 6. Give such other data and information as required by the fire official. 105.2.2 Action on Application. The fire official shall examine or cause to be examined applications for permits and amendments thereto. If the application or the construction documents do not conform to the requirements of all pertinent laws, the fire official shall reject such application in writing, stating the reasons therefor. If the fire official is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and all City of Saint Louis laws and ordinances applicable thereto, the fire official shall issue a permit. The fire official shall rely upon other City agencies to review for compliance with their ordinance requirements. 105.2.3 Time Limitation of Application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been abandoned six months after date of filing unless such application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been issued, except that the building official is authorized to grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding 90 days each if the building official deems that there is reasonable cause and if a written request is received from the applicant for the extension prior to the expiration date. 105.2.4 Time Limitation on Approval. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall have been deemed to have been abandoned three months after the approval date of the building official. A notice of abandonment shall be sent to the applicant of record two weeks prior to the abandonment date. Should the permit still not have been issued after these two weeks, the permit application shall be abandoned. Applicants who have a record of abandoned permit applications shall be required on all future permits to pay the application fee and a the full permit fee upon application until such time as the abandoned permits have been reapplied for, approved, and permit fees and possible surcharges paid. 105.2.5 Inspection Authorized. Before a new operational permit is approved, the fire official is authorized to inspect the receptacles, vehicles, buildings, devices, premises, storage spaces, or areas to be used to determine compliance with this code or any operational constraints required. 105.3 Conditions of Permit. A permit shall constitute permission to maintain, store, or handle materials; or to conduct processes which produce conditions hazardous to life or property; or to install equipment utilized in connection with such activities; or to install or modify any fire protection system or equipment or any other construction, equipment installation, or modification in accordance with the provisions of this code where a permit is required by Section 105.6 or 105.7. Such permission shall not be construed as authority to violate, cancel, or set aside any of the provisions of this code or other applicable regulations or laws of the City of Saint Louis. 105.3.1 Expiration. All permits shall be issued in the name of the property owner of record for a period of six months unless noted otherwise. Permits shall be permitted to be extended for additional six-month periods if work is progressing and a written request from the owner for the extension is received by the building official prior to the expiration of each permit. Any permit issued shall become invalid if the authorized work is not commenced within six months after issuance of the permit or if the authorized work is suspended or abandoned for a period of six months after the time of commencing the work, except that the building official shall be permitted to grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding six months each if the building official deems that there is reasonable cause and if a written request is received from the owner for the extension prior to the expiration date. No permit shall be extended if after six months from issuance of said permit, no work has begun and the Board of Aldermen has passed an ordinance that would make all or part of the work thereon illegal or unlawful. Permits shall also be abandoned upon written request from the property owner of record or, if circumstances require, the Missouri licensed design professional. 105.3.2 Partial Occupancy Permits. Upon the request of an owner or an owner's representative, a partial occupancy permit shall be permitted to be issued for a building, structure, or premises, provided that no conditions exist which endanger life, public safety, or welfare. Temporary or partial occupancy permits shall be permitted to be subject to conditions. 105.3.3 Placement of Permit. A true copy of the building permit shall be kept on the site of operations, open to inspection during the entire time of prosecution of the work and until the completion of the same. 105.3.4 Responsibility. It shall be the duty of every person who performs work for the installation or repair of building, structural, electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems for which this code is applicable to comply with this code. 105.3.5 Notice of Start. At least 24 hours' notice of start of work under a building permit shall be given to the building official. 105.3.6 Compliance with Permit. All work shall conform to the approved application and the approved construction documents for which the permit has been issued and any approved amendments to the approved application or the approved construction documents. Any addition to or alteration of approved construction documents shall be approved in advance by the code official as evidenced by the issuance of a new or amended permit. 105.4 Construction Documents. Construction documents shall be in accordance with this section. 105.4.1 Construction Documents. The application for the permit shall be accompanied by at least five complete sets of construction drawings with sufficient clarity and detailed dimensions to show the nature and character of the work to be performed, and one set of project specifications. The minimum size of any sheet shall be 8½" x 11" and the maximum size of any sheet shall be 36" x 48". When quality of materials is essential for conformity to this code, specific information shall be given to establish such quality and this code shall not be cited or the term "legal" or its equivalent be used as a substitute for specific information. Construction documents containing the words "not for construction," "preliminary," "review set," or their equivalent shall not be accepted for application. Construction documents marked with contractors "take-off" notations shall not be accepted for application. All construction documents submitted with an application for a building permit shall be prepared by a Missouri licensed design professional as required by RSMo Ch. 327. All construction documents shall bear an original embossed or wet ink seal, original ink signature, and the date the documents were sealed by the Missouri licensed design professional for each discipline on the cover sheet of each set of construction documents and on the first sheet of each discipline's drawings within each set of construction documents. In addition, all other sheets of the construction documents, other than project specifications or calculations, shall bear the original embossed, wet ink, electronic or mechanically reproduced seal, signature, and date of the Missouri licensed design professional. Any addenda or modifications submitted for changes to the construction documents shall also bear the original embossed or wet ink seal, original ink signature, and date the documents were sealed. All project specifications or other documents not considered to be construction drawings shall bear an original wet ink or embossed seal, original ink signature, and the date the documents were signed by the Missouri licensed design professional for each discipline on the title or index sheet. Exception: The building or fire official is authorized to waive the submission of construction documents and other data not required to be prepared by a licensed design professional if it is found that the nature of the work applied for is such that review of construction documents is not necessary to obtain compliance with this code. 105.4.1.1 Examination of Documents. The building or fire official shall examine or cause to be examined the construction documents for code compliance. 105.4.2 Information on Construction Documents. Construction documents shall be drawn and dimensioned upon suitable material. Construction documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature, and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that it will conform to the provisions of this code and relevant laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations as determined by the building or fire official. 105.4.2.1 Fire Protection System Shop Drawings. Shop drawings for fire protection systems shall be submitted to indicate compliance with this code and the construction documents and shall be approved prior to the start of installation. Shop drawings shall contain all information as required by the referenced installation standards in Chapter 9. 105.4.3 Applicant Responsibility. It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the construction documents include all of the fire protection requirements and the shop drawings are complete and in compliance with the applicable codes and standards. 105.4.4 Approved Documents. Construction documents approved by the fire official are approved with the intent that such construction documents comply in all respects with this code. Review and approval by the fire official shall not relieve the applicant of the responsibility of compliance with this code. 105.4.4.1 Phased Approval. The fire official is authorized to issue a permit for the construction of part of a structure, system, or operation before the construction documents for the whole structure, system, or operation have been submitted, provided that adequate information and detailed statements have been filed complying with pertinent requirements of this code. The holder of such permit for parts of a structure, system, or operation shall proceed at the holder's own risk with the building operation and without assurance that a permit for the entire structure, system, or operation will be granted. 105.4.5 Corrected Documents. Where field conditions necessitate any substantial change from the approved construction documents, the fire official shall have the authority to require the corrected construction documents to be submitted for approval. 105.4.6 Retention of Construction Documents. One set of the construction documents shall be retained by the fire official until final approval of the work covered therein. One set of approved construction documents shall be returned to the applicant and said set shall be kept on the site of the building or work at all times during which the work authorized thereby is in progress. 105.5 Revocation. The fire official is authorized to revoke a permit or approval issued under the provisions of this code when it is found by inspection or otherwise that there has been a false statements or misrepresentations as to material fact in the application, data, or construction documents on which the permit or approval was based, including, but not limited to, any one of the following: 1. The permit is issued for a location or establishment other than for which it was issued. 2. The permit is used for a condition or activity other than that listed in the permit. 3. Conditions and limitations set forth in the permit have been violated. 4. There have been any false statements or misrepresentations as to the material fact in the application for permit or plans submitted or a condition of the permit. 5. The permit is used by a different person or firm than the name for which it was issued. 6. The permittee failed, refused, or neglected to comply with orders or notices duly served in accordance with the provisions of this code within the time provided therein. 7. The permit was issued in error or in violation of an ordinance, regulation, or this code. 8. An owner is convicted by a court of competent jurisdiction twice within a twelve-month period of being in violation of the same code provision on the same building, structure, or premises. 105.5.1 Suspension or Revocation. The fire official is authorized to suspend or revoke a permit issued under the provisions of this code whenever the permit is issued in error or on the basis of incorrect, inaccurate, or incomplete information or in violation of any ordinance, regulation, or provision of this code. 105.5.2 Revocation of Permits. The fire official shall be permitted to revoke a permit or approval issued under the provisions of this code in case of any false statement or misrepresentation of fact in the application or on the construction documents on which the permit or approval was based. The fire official shall be permitted to revoke or suspend a permit upon discovery of substantial noncompliance with this code or any applicable City ordinance. Permits shall be revoked for non-payment of fees. 105.6 Required Operational Permits. The fire official is authorized to issue operational permits for the operations set forth in Sections 105.6.1 through 105.6.48. An operational permit fee is permitted to be charged as set forth in Table 113.1. 105.6.1 Aerosol Products. An operational permit is required to manufacture, store, or handle an aggregate quantity of Level 2 or Level 3 aerosol products in excess of 500 pounds net weight. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 51. 105.6.2 Amusement Buildings. An operational permit is required to operate a special amusement building. As set forth in the Building Code, these permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.6.3 Aviation Facilities. An operational permit is required to use a Group H or Group S occupancy for aircraft servicing or repair and aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles. Additional permits required by other sections of this code include, but are not limited to, hot work, hazardous materials, and flammable or combustible finishes. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 20. 105.6.4 Carnivals and Fairs. An operational permit is required to conduct a carnival or fair. As set forth in the Building Code, these permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.6.5 Cellulose Nitrate Film. An operational permit is required to store, handle, or use cellulose nitrate film in a Group A occupancy. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. See Section 306. 105.6.6 Combustible dust-producing operations. An operational permit is required to operate a grain elevator, flour starch mill, feed mill, or a plant pulverizing aluminum, coal, cocoa, magnesium, spices or sugar, or other operations producing combustible dusts as defined in Chapter 2. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 22. 105.6.7 Combustible Fibers. An operational plant is required for the storage and handling of combustible fibers in quantities greater than 100 cubic feet. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 37. 105.6.8 Compressed Gases. An operational permit is required for the storage, use, or handling at normal temperatures and pressure (NTP) of compressed gases in excess of the amounts listed in Table 105.6.8. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 53. Exception: 1. When used in accordance with Section 319.8 for cooking on Mobile Food Preparation Vehicles or trailers. 2. Vehicles equipped for and using compressed gas as a fuel for propelling the vehicle. Table 105.6.8\PERMIT AMOUNTS FOR COMPRESSED GASSES Type of Gas | Amount (cubic feet at NTP) Corrosive | 200 Flammable (except cryogenic fluids and liquified petroleum gases) | 200 Highly toxic | Any Amount Inert and simple asphyxiant (a) | 6,000 Oxidizing (including oxygen) | 504 Pyrophoric | Any Amount Toxic | Any Amount For SI: 1 cubic foot = 0.02832 m3. A. For carbon dioxide used in beverage dispensing applications, see Section 105.6.4. 105.6.9 Covered and Open Mall Buildings. An operational permit is required for: 1. The placement of retail fixtures and displays, concession equipment, displays of highly combustible goods, and similar items in the mall. 2. The display of liquid- or gas-fired equipment in the mall. 3. The use of open-flame or flame-producing equipment in the mall. As set forth in the Building Code, these permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.6.10 Cryogenic Fluids. An operational permit is required to produce, store, transport on site, use, handle, or dispense cryogenic fluids in excess of the amounts listed in Table 105.6.11. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 63. Exception: Permits are not required for vehicles equipped with and using cryogenic fluids as a fuel for propelling the vehicle or for refrigerating the lading. Table 105.6.10\PERMIT AMOUNTS FOR CRYOGENIC FLUIDS Type of cryogenic fluid | Inside building (gallons) | Outside building (gallons) Flammable | More than 1 | 60 Inert | 60 | 500 Oxidizing (including oxygen) | 10 | 50 Physical or health hazard not indicated above | Any Amount | Any Amount For SI: 1 gallon = 3.785 L. 105.6.11 Cutting and Welding. An operational permit is required to conduct cutting or welding operations. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 35. Permit fees shall be as established in Table 113.1. 105.6.12 Dry Cleaning. An operational permit is required to engage in the business of dry cleaning or to change to a more hazardous cleaning solvent used in existing dry cleaning equipment. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. See Chapter 21. 105.6.13 Exhibits and Trade Shows. An operational permit is required to operate exhibits and trade shows. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.6.14 Explosives. An operational permit is required for the manufacture, storage, handling, sale, or use of any quantity of explosives, explosive material, fireworks, or pyrotechnic special effects within the scope of Chapter 56. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. Permit fees shall be as established in Table 113.1. 105.6.15 Fire Hydrants and Valves. An operational permit is required to use or operate fire hydrants or valves intended for fire suppression purposes which are installed on water systems and provided with ready access from a fire apparatus access road that is open or generally used by the public. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Section 507. Exception: A permit is not required for authorized employees of the Saint Louis Water Department or the Fire Department to use or operate fire hydrants or valves. 105.6.16 Flammable and Combustible Liquids. An operational permit is required: 1. To use or operate a pipeline for the transportation within facilities of flammable or combustible liquids. This requirement shall not apply to off-site transportation in pipelines regulated by the Department of Transportation nor does it apply to piping systems. 2. To store, handle or use Class I liquids in excess of five gallons in a building or in excess of ten gallons outside of a building except that a permit is not required for the following: 2.1 The storage or use of Class I liquids in the fuel tank of a motor vehicle, aircraft, motorboat, mobile power plant, or mobile heating plant unless such storage, in the opinion of the code official, would cause an unsafe condition. 2.2 The storage or use of paints, oils, varnishes, or similar flammable mixtures when such liquids are stored for maintenance, painting, or similar purposes for a period of not more than thirty days. 3. To store, handle, or use Class II or Class IIIA liquids in excess of 25 gallons in a building or in excess of 60 gallons outside a building except for fuel oil used in connection with oil-burning equipment. 4. To store, handle or use Class IIIB liquids in tanks or portable tanks for fueling motor vehicles at motor fuel-dispensing facilities or where connected to fuel-burning equipment. Exception: Fuel oil and used motor oil used for space heating or water heating. 5. To remove Class I or Class II liquids from an underground storage tank used for fueling motor vehicles by any means other than the approved, stationary on-site pimps normally used for dispensing purposes. 6. To operate tank vehicles, equipment, tanks, plants, terminals, wells, fuel-dispensing stations, refineries, distilleries, and similar facilities where flammable and combustible liquids are produced, processed, transported, stored, dispensed, or used. 7. To place temporarily out of service (for more than 90 days) an underground, protected above-ground, or above-ground flammable or combustible liquid tank. 8. To change the type of contents stored in a flammable or combustible liquid tank to a material which poses a greater hazard than that for which the tank was designed and constructed. 9. To manufacture, possess, blend, or refine flammable or combustible liquids. 10. To engage in the dispensing of liquid fuels into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles at commercial, industrial, governmental, or manufacturing establishments. 11. To utilize a site for the dispensing of liquid fuels from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles, marine craft, and other special equipment at commercial, industrial, governmental, or manufacturing establishments. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 57. Permit fees shall be as established in Table 113.1. 105.6.17 Floor Finishing. An operational permit is required for floor finishing or surfacing operations exceeding 350 square feet using Class I or Class II liquids. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.6.18 Fruit and Crop Ripening. An operational permit is required to operate a fruit-or crop-ripening facility or conduct a fruit-ripening process using ethylene gas. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 25. 105.6.19 Fumigation and Thermal Insecticide Fogging. An operational permit is required to operate a business of fumigation or thermal insecticide fogging and to maintain a room, vault, or chamber in which a toxic or flammable fumigant is used. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 26. 105.6.20 Hazardous Materials. An operational permit is required to store, transport on site, dispense, use, or handle hazardous materials in excess of the amounts listed in Table 105.6.20. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 50. Table 105.6.20\PERMIT AMOUNTS FOR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS Type of Material | Amount Combustible liquids | See Section 105.6.16 Corrosive materials Gases | See Section 105.6.8 Liquids | 55 gallons Solids | 1000 pounds Explosive materials | See Section 105.6.14 Flammable materials Gases | See Section 105.6.8 Liquids | See Section 105.6.16 Solids | 100 pounds Highly toxic materials Gases | See Section 105.6.8 Liquids | Any Amount Solids | Ant Amount Oxidizing materials Gases | See Section 105.6.8 Liquids Class 4 | Any Amount Class 3 | 1 gallon (a) Class 2 | 10 gallons Class 1 | 55 gallons Solids Class 4 | Any amount Class 3 | 10 pounds (b) Class 2 | 100 pounds Class 1 | 500 pounds Organic peroxides Liquids Class I | Any Amount Class II | Any Amount Class III | 1 gallon Class IV | 2 gallons Class V | No permit required Solids Class I | Any Amount Class II | Any Amount Class III | 10 pounds Class IV | 20 pounds Class V | No permit required Pyrophoric materials Gases | Any Amount Liquids | Any Amount Solids | Any Amount Toxic materials Gases | See Section 105.6.8 Liquids | 10 gallons Solids | 100 pounds Unstable (reactive) materials Liquids Class 4 | Any Amount Class 3 | Any Amount Class 2 | 5 gallons Class 1 | 10 gallons Solids Class 4 | Any Amount Class 3 | Any Amount Class 2 | 50 pounds Class 1 | 100 pounds Water-reactive Materials Liquids Class 3 | Any Amount Class 2 | 5 gallons Class 1 | 55 gallons Solids Class 3 | Any Amount Class 2 | 50 pounds Class 1 | 500 pounds For SI: 1 gallon = 3.785 L, 1 pound = 0.454 kg. a. 20 gallons when Table 5003.1.1(1) Note k applies and hazard identification signs in accordance with Section 5003.5 are provided for quantities of 20 gallons or less. b. 200 pounds when Table 5003.1.1(1) Note k applies and hazard identification signs in accordance with Section 5003.5 are provided for quantities of 200 pounds or less. 105.6.21 HPM Facilities. An operational permit is required to store, handle or use hazardous production materials. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 50. 105.6.22 High-Piled Storage. An operational permit is required to use a building or portion thereof with more than 500 square feet, including aisles, of high-piled storage. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 32. 105.6.23 Hot Work Operations. An operational permit is required for hot work, including, but not limited to: 1. Public exhibitions and demonstrations where hot work is conducted. 2. Use of portable hot work equipment within a structure. Exception: Work that is conducted under a construction permit. 3. Fixed-site hot work equipment such as welding booths. 4. Hot work conducted within a wildfire risk area. 5. Application of roof coverings with the use of an open-flame device. 6. When approved, the code official shall issue a permit to carry out a hot work program. This program allows approved personnel to regulate their facility's hot work operation. The approved personnel shall be trained in the fire safety aspects denoted in this chapter and shall be responsible for issuing permits requiring compliance with the requirements found in Chapter 35. These permits shall be issued only to their employees or hot work operations under their supervision. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. 105.6.24 Industrial Ovens. An operational permit is required for operation of industrial ovens regulated by Chapter 30. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building & Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.6.25 Lumber Yards and Woodworking Plants. An operational permit is required for the storage or processing of lumber exceeding 100,000 board feet. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 28. 105.6.26 Liquid- or Gas-Fueled Vehicles or Equipment in Assembly Buildings. An operational permit is required to display, operate, or demonstrate liquid- or gas-fueled vehicles or equipment in assembly buildings. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 57. 105.6.27 LP-gas. An operational permit is required for: 1. Storage and use of LP-gas. Exception: 1. When used in accordance with Section 319.8 for cooking on mobile food preparation vehicles or trailers. 2. A permit is not required for individual containers with a 500-gallon (1893 L) water capacity or less serving occupancies in Group R-3. 2. Operation of cargo tankers that transport LP-gas. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 61. Permit fees shall be as established in Table 113.1. 105.6.28 Magnesium. An operational permit is required to melt, cast, heat treat, or grind more than ten pounds of magnesium. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 59. 105.6.29 Miscellaneous Combustible Storage. An operational permit is required to store in any building or upon any premises in excess of 2,500 cubic feet gross volume of combustible empty packing cases, boxes, barrels or similar containers, rubber tires, rubber, cork, or similar combustible materials. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. See Section 315. 105.6.30 Mobile Food Vehicles. A permit is required for mobile food vehicles and trailers. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.6.31 Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities. An operational permit is required for the operation of automotive, marine, and fleet motor fuel dispensing facilities. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. 105.6.32 Open Burning. An operational permit is required for the kindling or maintaining of an open fire or a fire on any public street, alley, road, or other public or private ground. Instructions and stipulations of the permit shall be adhered to. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Section 307. Exception: Recreational fires. 105.6.33 Open Flames and Torches. An operational permit is required to remove paint with a torch or to use a torch or open-flame device in a wildfire risk area. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. See Section 308. 105.6.34 Open Flames and Candles. An operational permit is required to use open flames or candles in connection with assembly areas, dining areas of restaurants, or drinking establishments. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. See Section 308. 105.6.35 Organic Coatings. An operational permit is required for any organic-coating manufacturing operation producing more than 1 gallon (4 L) of an organic coating in one day. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 29. Permit fees shall be as established in Table 113.1. 105.6.36 Outdoor Assembly Event. An operational permit is required to conduct an outdoor assembly event where planned attendance exceeds 1,000 persons. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.6.37 Places of Assembly. An operational permit is required to operate a place of assembly. These permits shall be enforced as set forth in the Building Code by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.6.38 Plant Extraction Systems. An operational permit is required to use plant extraction systems. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. 105.6.39 Private Fire Hydrants. An operational permit is required for the removal from service, use, or operation of private fire hydrants. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Plumbing Section. Exception: A permit is not required for private industry with trained maintenance personnel, private fire brigade or Fire Department to maintain, test, and use private hydrants. 105.6.40 Pyrotechnical Special Effects Material. An operational permit is required for use and handling of pyrotechnic special effects material. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 56. 105.6.41 Pyroxylin Plastics. An operational permit is required for storage or handling of more than 25 pounds of cellulose nitrate (pyroxylin) plastics and for the assembly or manufacture of articles involving pyroylin plastics. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 65. 105.6.42 Refrigeration Equipment. An operational permit is required to operate a mechanical refrigeration unit or system regulated by Chapter 6. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Mechanical Inspection Section. 105.6.43 Repair Garages and Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities. An operational permit is required for operation of repair garages and automotive, marine, and fleet motor fuel dispensing facilities. As set forth in the Building Code, these permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 23. 105.6.44 Rooftop Heliports. An operational permit is required for the operation of a rooftop heliport. As set forth in the Building Code, these permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 20. 105.6.45 Spraying or Dipping. An operational permit is required to conduct a spraying or dipping operation utilizing flammable or combustible liquids or the application of combustible powders regulated by Chapter 24. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Mechanical Inspection Section. 105.6.46 Storage of Scrap Tires and Tire Byproducts. An operational permit is required to establish, conduct, or maintain storage of scrap tires and tire byproducts that exceeds 2,500 cubic feet of total volume of scrap tires and for indoor storage of tires and tire byproducts. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 25. 105.6.47 Temporary Membrane Structures, Tents, and Canopies. An operational permit is required to operate an air-supported temporary membrane structure or a tent per Chapter 31. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.6.48 Tire-Rebuilding Plants. An operational permit is required for the operation and maintenance of a tire-rebuilding plant. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 34. 105.6.49 Waste Handling. An operational permit is required for the operation of wrecking yards, junk yards, and waste material handling facilities. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.6.50 Wood Products. An operational permit is required to store chips, hogged material, lumber, or plywood in excess of 200 cubic feet. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. See Chapter 28. 105.7 Required Building Permits. The fire official is authorized to issue building permits for work as set forth in Sections 105.7.1 through 105.7.14. 105.7.1 Automatic Fire-Extinguishing Systems. A building permit is required for installation of or modification to an automatic fire-extinguishing system. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Mechanical Inspection Section. 105.7.2 Battery Systems. A permit is required to install stationary storage battery systems having a liquid capacity more than 50 gallons. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Electrical Inspection Section. 105.7.3 Capacitor Energy Storage Systems. A permit is required to install capacitor energy storage systems regulated by Section 1206.3. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Electrical Inspection Section. 105.7.4 Compressed Gases. When the compressed gases in use or storage exceed the amounts listed in Table 105.6.9, a permit is required to install, repair damage to, abandon, remove, place temporarily out of service, close, or substantially modify a compressed gas system. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. Exceptions: 1. Routine maintenance. 2. For emergency repair work performed on an emergency basis, application for permit shall be made within two working days of commencement of work. 105.7.5 Cryogenic Fluids. A permit is required for installation of or alteration to outdoor stationary cryogenic fluid storage systems where the system capacity exceeds the amounts listed in Table 105.6.10. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered an alteration and does not require a construction permit. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. 105.7.6 Emergency Responder Radio Coverage System. A permit is required for installation of or modification to emergency responder radio coverage systems and related equipment. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered to be a modification and does not require a permit. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Electrical Inspection Section. 105.7.7 Fire Alarm and Detection Systems and Related Equipment. A building permit is required for installation or modification to fire alarm and detection systems and related equipment. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Electrical Inspection Section. 105.7.8 Fire Pumps and Related Equipment. A permit is required for installation of or modification to fire pumps and related fuel tanks, jockey pumps, controllers, and generators. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Mechanical Inspection Section. 105.7.9 Flammable and Combustible Liquids. A permit it required: 1. To install, repair, or modify a pipeline for the transportation of flammable or combustible liquids. 2. To install, construct, or alter tank vehicles, equipment, tanks, plants, terminals, wells, fuel dispensing stations, refineries, distilleries, and similar facilities where flammable and combustible liquids are produced, processed, transported, stored, dispensed, or used. 3. To install, alter, remove, abandon, or otherwise dispose of a flammable or combustible liquid tank. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. 105.7.10 Fuel Cell Power Systems. A permit is required to install stationary fuel cell power systems. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Electrical Inspection Section. 105.7.11 Gas Detection Systems. A permit is required for the installation or modification to gas detection systems. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit. 105.7.12 Gates and Barricades Across Fire Apparatus Access Roads. A permit is required for the installation of or modification to a gate or barricade across a fire apparatus access road. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. 105.7.13 Hazardous Materials. A permit is required to install, repair damage to, abandon, remove, place temporarily out of service, close, or substantially modify a storage facility or other area regulated by Chapter 50 when the hazardous materials in use or storage exceed the amounts listed in Table 105.6.20. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. Exceptions: 1. Routine maintenance. 2. For emergency repair work performed on an emergency basis, application for permit shall be made within two working days of commencement of work. 105.7.14 High-Piled Combustible Storage. A permit is required for the installation of or modification to a structure exceeding 500 square feet including aisles, for high-piled combustible storage. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. 105.7.15 Industrial Ovens. A permit is required for installation of industrial ovens covered by Chapter 30. Exceptions: 1. Routine maintenance. 2. For repair work performed on an emergency basis, application for permit shall be made within two working days of commencement of work. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building & Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.7.16 LP-gas. A permit is required for installation of or modification to an LP-gas system. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. 105.7.17 Motor Vehicle Repair Rooms and Booths. A permit is required to install or modify a motor vehicle repair room or booth. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. 105.7.18 Plant Extraction Systems. A permit is required for installation of or modification to plant extraction systems. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit. These permits shall be enforced by the Saint Louis Fire Department. 105.7.19 Private Fire Hydrants. A permit is required for the installation or modification of private fire hydrants. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Plumbing Inspection Section. 105.7.20 Smoke Control or Smoke Exhaust Systems. Permits are required for installation of or alteration to smoke control or smoke exhaust systems. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Mechanical Inspection Section. 105.7.21 Solar Photovoltaic Power Systems. A permit is required to install or modify solar photovoltaic power systems. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Electrical Inspection Section. 105.7.22 Special Event Structure. A construction permit is required to erect and take down a temporary special event structure. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building & Inspection Fire Safety Unit. 105.7.23 Spraying or Dipping. A permit is required to install or modify a spray room, dip tank, or booth. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Mechanical Inspection Section. 105.7.24 Standpipe System. A building permit is required for the installation, modification, or removal from service of a standpipe system. Maintenance performed in accordance with this code is not considered a modification and does not require a permit. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Mechanical Inspection Section. 105.7.25 Temporary Membrane Structures, Tents, and Canopies. A building permit is required to erect an air-supported temporary membrane structure or a tent per Chapter 31. These permits shall be enforced by the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. SECTION 106 INSPECTIONS 106.1 Inspection Authority. Construction or work for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by the building or fire official and such construction or work shall remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes until approved. Approval as a result of an inspection shall not be construed to be an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the City of Saint Louis. Inspections presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or of other ordinances shall not be valid. 106.2 Inspections. The fire official is authorized to conduct such inspections as are deemed necessary to determine the extent of compliance with the provisions of this code and to approve reports of inspection by approved agencies or individuals. All reports of inspections shall be prepared and submitted in writing for review and approval. Inspection reports must be certified by a responsible officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individual. The fire official is authorized to engage such expert opinion as deemed necessary to report upon unusual, detailed, or complex technical issues subject to the approval of the governing body. 106.2.1 Inspection Requests. It shall be the duty of the holder of the permit or their duly authorized agent to notify the fire official when work is ready for inspection. It shall be the duty of the permit holder to provide access to and means for inspections of such work that are required by this code. 106.3 Authority to Enter. The fire official shall have the authority to enter at any reasonable hour any building, structure, or premises in the City of Saint Louis for which a permit has been issued but has not received a certificate of occupancy in accordance with Section 104.3 to enforce the provisions of this code or any other code or ordinance of the City of Saint Louis. No person shall accompany a building official onto a premises in the performance of their duty unless otherwise invited onto said premises by the owner or the owner's representative. For all other structures or premises, when the building official has reasonable cause to believe that a code violation exists, the building official is authorized to enter the building, structure, or premises at reasonable times to inspect subject to constitutional restrictions on unreasonable searches and seizures. If entry is refused or not obtained, the building official is authorized to pursue recourse as provided by law. 106.4 Concealed Work. It shall be the duty of the permit applicant to cause the work to remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes. Whenever any installation subject to inspection prior to use is covered or concealed without having first been inspected, the fire official shall have the authority to require that such work be exposed for inspection. Neither the fire official nor the City of Saint Louis shall be liable for expense entailed in the removal or replacement of any material required to allow inspection. SECTION 107 MAINTENANCE 107.1 Maintenance of Safeguards. Whenever or wherever any device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or any other feature is required for compliance with the provisions of this code or otherwise installed, such device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or any other feature shall thereafter be continuously maintained in accordance with this code and applicable referenced standards. 107.2 Testing and Operation. Equipment requiring periodic testing or operation to ensure maintenance shall be tested or operated as specified in this code. 107.2.1 Testing and Inspection Records. Required test and inspection records shall be available to the fire official at all times or such records as the fire official designates shall be filed with the fire official. 107.2.2 Reinspection and Testing. When any work or installation does not pass an initial test or inspection, the necessary corrections shall be made so as achieve compliance with this code. The work or installation shall then be resubmitted to the fire official for inspection and testing. 107.3 Supervision. Maintenance and testing shall be under the supervision of a responsible person who shall ensure that such maintenance and testing are conducted at specified intervals in accordance with this code. 107.4 Rendering Equipment Inoperable. Portable or fixed fire-extinguishing systems or devices and fire-warning systems shall not be rendered inoperative or inaccessible except as necessary during emergencies, maintenance, repairs, alterations, drills, or prescribed testing. 107.5 Owner/Occupant Responsibility. Correction and abatement of violations of this code shall be the responsibility of the owner. If an occupant creates or allows to be created hazardous conditions in violation of this code, the occupant shall be held responsible for the abatement of such hazardous conditions. 107.6 Overcrowding. Overcrowding or admittance of any person beyond the approved capacity of a building or portion thereof shall not be allowed. The fire official, upon finding any overcrowding conditions or obstructions in aisles, passageways, or other means of egress or upon finding any condition which constitutes a life safety hazard, shall be authorized to cause the event to be stopped until such condition or obstruction is corrected. SECTION 108 MEANS OF APPEAL 108.1 General. Any person aggrieved by a decision of the fire official may appeal said decision to the Board of Building Appeals. 108.2 Appeals to Stay Proceedings; Exceptions. Appeals shall stay all proceedings in furtherance of the action appealed from, unless the building official or fire official, whichever shall be the case, certifies to the Board of Building Appeals after the notice of appeal has been filed that by reason of the facts stated in the certificate, a stay would, in their opinion, cause imminent peril to life or property. Proceedings shall not be stayed other than by restraining order. SECTION 109 VIOLATIONS 109.1 Unlawful Acts. It shall be unlawful for a person, firm, or corporation to erect, construct, alter, repair, remove, demolish, or utilize a building, occupancy, premises, or system regulated by this code or cause same to be done in conflict with or in violation of any of the provisions of this code or any decision or order of the Board of Building Appeals. 109.2 Notice of Violation. Whenever the fire official finds a building, premises, vehicle, storage facility, or outdoor area that is in violation of this code, the fire official is authorized to prepare a written notice of violation describing the condition deemed unsafe and, when compliance is not immediate, specifying a time for reinspection. 109.2.1 Service. The fire official is authorized to serve a notice of violation or order on the owner as shown in the records of the City of Saint Louis Assessor's Office or person responsible for the erection, construction, alteration, extension, repair, moving, removal, demolition, use, or occupancy of a building, structure, or premises in violation of the provisions of this code, in violation of a detail statement or construction documents approved hereunder, or in violation of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code. Such order shall direct the discontinuance of the illegal action or condition and the abatement of the violation. Such notice shall be permitted to be served by the United States mail. Posting of the premises shall also constitute notice. It shall be a violation of this code for any person to remove any such notice lawfully posted pursuant to this code unless otherwise ordered by the fire official. 109.2.2 Compliance with Orders and Notices. A notice of violation issued or served as provided by this code shall be complied with by the owner, operator, occupant, or other person responsible for the condition or violation to which the notice of violation pertains. 109.2.3 Prosecution of Violation. If the notice of violation is not complied with promptly, the fire official is authorized to request the legal counsel of the City of Saint Louis to institute the appropriate proceeding at law or in equity to restrain, correct, or abate such violation or to require the removal or termination of the unlawful occupancy of the building, structure, or premises in violation of the provisions of this code or of the order or direction made pursuant thereto. 109.3 Violation Penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, alters, or repairs a building or structure in violation of the approved construction documents, directive of the fire official, or a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code shall be subject to penalties as prescribed in Section 25.06.040. 109.4 Abatement of Violation. The imposition of penalties as set forth in Section 25.06.040 shall not preclude the legal officer of the City of Saint Louis from instituting appropriate action to prevent unlawful construction; to restrain, correct, or abate a violation; to prevent illegal occupancy of a building, structure, or premises; or to stop an illegal act, conduct business, or use of a building or structure on or about any premises. SECTION 110 UNSAFE BUILDINGS 110.1 General. If during the inspection of a premises, a building or structure or any building system, in whole or in part, constitutes a clear and inimical threat to human life, safety, or health, the fire official shall issue such notice or orders to remove or remedy the conditions as shall be deemed necessary in accordance with this section and shall refer the building to the Division of Building and Inspection for any repairs, alterations, remodeling, removing, or demolition required. 110.1.1 Unsafe Conditions. Structures or existing equipment that are or hereafter become unsafe or deficient because of inadequate means of egress; which constitute a fire hazard; are otherwise dangerous to human life or the public welfare; which involve illegal or improper occupancy or inadequate maintenance shall be deemed an unsafe condition. A vacant structure which is not secured against unauthorized entry as required by Section 311 shall be deemed unsafe. 110.1.2 Structural Hazards. When an apparent structural hazard is caused by the faulty installation, operation, or malfunction of any of the items or devices governed by this code, the fire official shall immediately notify the building official in accordance with Section 110.1. 110.2 Evacuation. The fire official or the Fire Department official in charge of an incident shall be authorized to order the immediate evacuation of any occupied building deemed unsafe when such building has hazardous conditions that present imminent danger to building occupants. Persons so notified shall immediately leave the structure or premises and shall not enter or re-enter until authorized to do so by the fire official or the Fire Department official in charge of the incident. 110.3 Summary Abatement. Where conditions exist that are deemed hazardous to life and property, the code official or Fire Department official in charge of the incident is authorized to abate summarily such hazardous conditions that are in violation of this code. 110.4 Abatement. The owner, operator, or occupant of a building or premises deemed unsafe by the fire official shall abate or cause to be abated or corrected such unsafe conditions either by repair, rehabilitation, demolition, or other approved corrective action. SECTION 111 STOP WORK ORDER 111.1 Order. Whenever the fire official finds any work regulated by this code being performed in a manner contrary to the provisions of this code or in a dangerous or unsafe manner, the fire official is authorized to issue a stop work order. 111.2 Issuance. The stop work order shall be in writing and shall be 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 state the reason for the order and the conditions under which the cited work will be permitted to resume. 111.3 Emergencies. When an emergency exists, the fire official shall not be required to give a written notice prior to stopping the work. 111.4 Unlawful Continuance. Any person who shall continue any work in or about the building, structure, or premises after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as they are directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall, upon conviction thereof, be subject to the penalties as set forth in Section 25.06.040. Each day that a violation continues shall constitute a separate and distinct offense. SECTION 112 SERVICE UTILITIES 112.1 Authority to Disconnect Service Utilities. The fire official shall have the authority to authorize disconnection of utility service to the building, structure, or system in order to safely execute emergency operations or to eliminate an immediate hazard. The fire official shall notify the serving utility and, whenever possible, the owner and occupant of the building, structure, or service system of the decision to disconnect prior to taking such action if not notified prior to disconnection. The owner or occupant of the building, structure, or service system shall be notified in writing as soon as practical thereafter. SECTION 113 FEES 113.1 General. No permit, certificate, or inspection report required by the provisions of this code shall be released or issued until the fees listed in this section have been paid to the City of Saint Louis as collected by the fire official or designated representative; nor shall an addendum to a permit be released until the additional fees have been paid. In collecting said fees, the fire official is authorized to accept personal checks as payment; however, non-payment by said checking account shall be considered as a violation of this code and is cause for suspension or revocation of permits, certificates, or reports issued or released for such personal check payment. If a permit is suspended or revoked for non-payment of a fee or for insufficient funds, an additional $25.00 shall be collected to cover administrative costs. 113.1.1 Payment of Fees. A permit shall not be issued until the designated fees listed in Table 113.1 have been paid. The payment of these fees shall not relieve the applicant or holder of any permit from the payment of other fees or from obtaining other required permits which may be prescribed by ordinance such as building permits, Board of Public Service permits, plumbing permits, fees for water and sewer connections, electrical permits, or fees for other inspections and privileges. 113.1.2 Application Fee. An application fee is an administrative charge made for processing permit applications and shall be the fee as listed in Table 113.1. Table 113.1\PERMIT FEES AND REQUIREMENTS (a) Section | Description | Permit Fee | Duration (b) 113.1.2 | Application fee | $25.00 105.6 | Operational permit fee | $50.00 2901.2 | Organic coatings Use of more than one gallon per day | $50.00 (c) 3501.2 | Welding or cutting Individual site City wide | $40.00 $60.00 | each operation yearly 5601.2 | Fireworks (individual demonstration only.) To store (not to exceed 48 hours.) | $50.00 To discharge | $50.00 To transport One vehicle | $30.00 | per event Other vehicles | $15.00 | per event 5601.2 | Explosives/blasting Storage, handling, and use of blasting agents. | $120.00 5701.4 | Flammable and combustible liquids - storage, handling, use, processing Storage Vaults | $50.00 (c) 5701.4 & 5708.13 & 5709.4 | Flammable and combustible liquids - tanks and equipment (per tank) To abandon, install or remove To repair any tank piping or pumps To clean | $50.00 $40.00 $40.00 | as required as required as required 6101.2 | Liquefied petroleum gases Any quantity for exhibits, demonstrations, picnics, and carnivals (for duration of event or performance applied for.) | $50.00 | per event Bulk installation | $50.00 (c) | per vessel Use on construction site | $100.00 | per heating season NOTES: a. Notice to fire official and approval required prior to any event or occupancy. b. All inspections are annual unless noted otherwise. c. Initial Inspection only. 113.2 Final Inspection and Testing Fees. Fees for the testing of underground storage tanks and piping and fire detection and extinguishing equipment as required by this code are listed in Table 113.2. Table 113.2\FEES FOR WITNESSING TESTS Item | Fee for permit | Detail requirements See Section | Remarks To witness tests to determine leaking tanks and piping in underground storage tanks. | $100.00/tank | 5709.3 | Fee is based on time and equipment utilized in isolating leak and hazard. To witness test for fire fighting foam equipment | $50.00 | 907.12 | Acceptance testing Final inspection of sprinkler or standpipe installation | $200.00 | 907.12 | Acceptance testing 113.3 Certificate of Fitness or Competency. All fees for certificates of fitness, registration or competency as required by Section 915.4, 916.4, 3301.3, 3310.6 or 3409.6.3 of this code shall be as specified by Table 113.3. Table 113.3\FEES FOR CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS, REGISTRATION OR COMPETENCY Item | Fee for certificate | Duration of certificate | Detail requirements See Section | Remarks Certificate of Registration to sell, lease, or service portable fire extinguishers | $60.00 | 1 Year | 918.4 | See also Section 915.6 Certificate of Registration to install or service flammable liquid tanks | $60.00 | 1 Year | 5710.6.3 | Underground storage systems, underground tanks & underground piping & valves for gasoline or other flammable liquids Certificate of competency to discharge fireworks | $50.00 | 1 Year | 5608.1.1 Certificate of registration (Fireworks) | $60.00 | 1 Year | 5601.3 | Firms engaged in the business of offering for sale supervised fireworks displays. 113.4 Fees for Inspections Required by Other City Agencies. Fees for inspections made by the code official which are required by other City Agencies or Departments shall be paid by the applicant in the amount shown in Table 113.4. Table 113.4\MISCELLANEOUS INSPECTION FEES Item | Fee for inspections Hospitals, home for the aged, nursing homes (a) | $200.00 Nursery school and children's homes, day care centers and similar uses (a) | $200.00 Dance hall permits Initial Inspection (b) | $200.00 Annual Inspection (b) | $200.00 Notes: a. Inspections shall be performed by the Division of Building and Inspection, Inspection Section. b. Inspections shall be performed by the Division of Building and Inspection, Fire Safety Unit. 113.5 Work started Surcharge Fees Schedule. In case any work for which a fire permit is required by this code is substantially started or proceeded with prior to obtaining said permit, the total normal fees applicable shall be increased by the amount as listed in Table 113.5. The payment of said surcharge fee shall not relieve any persons from fully complying with the requirements of this code for performance or execution of the work, nor from other penalties prescribed by law. Table 113.5\SCHEDULE FOR SURCHARGE BUILDING PERMIT FEES Permit fee | Surcharge fee $0.00 TO $50.00 | $30.00 $51.00 TO $200.00 | $90.00 $201.00 TO $500.00 | $240.00 $501.00 TO $2,000.00 | $360.00 $2,001.00 TO $10,000.00 | $480.00 OVER $10,000.00 | $600.00 113.6 Related Fees. The payment of fees for the construction, alteration, removal, or demolition for work done in connection with or concurrently with the work authorized by a building permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment of other fees that are prescribed by law. 113.7 Fees Non-Refundable. The fee for a permit based upon an estimated cost that is higher than later claimed by the applicant shall not be a basis for refund. When construction does not occur or only partially occurs, fees collected are not refundable. CHAPTER 2 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Change Section 201.3 to read as follows: 201.3 Terms Defined in Other Codes. Where terms are not defined in this code and are defined in the Building Code, Fuel Gas Code, Mechanical Code, or Plumbing Code, such terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them as in those codes. Modify Section 202 Definitions by the addition or changing of definitions to read as follows: Fire official or fire code official. The Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit of the City of Saint Louis, or any duly authorized representative. Licensed design professional. An individual who is licensed to practice their respective design profession as defined by RSMo Ch. 327. Licensed design professional in responsible charge. A licensed design professional engaged by the owner to review and coordinate certain aspects of the project, as determined by the building official, for compatibility with the design of the building or structure, including submittal documents prepared by others, deferred submittal documents, and phased submittal documents. Registered design professional - same as Licensed design professional. Registered design professional in responsible charge - same as Licensed design professional in responsible charge. CHAPTER 4 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Add Section 401.9 to read as follows: 401.9 Emergency Fire Watch. While responding to an emergency call, the Saint Louis Fire Department shall have the authority to require a fire watch when necessary to ensure public safety. CHAPTER 6 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Add Sections 607.5, 607.5.1, and 607.6 to read as follows: 607.5 Permit Required. A mechanical permit shall be obtained from the Division of Building and Inspection Mechanical Inspection Section for the installation or alteration of a commercial kitchen hood system. 607.5.1 Permit Required. A permit shall be obtained from the building official prior to the installation or alteration of any commercial kitchen exhaust system or hood suppression system. Permit fees shall be as established in the Mechanical Code. 607.6 System Discharge. When a commercial kitchen exhaust suppression system discharges, the commercial cooking appliances shall not be operated until the suppression system has been recharged and placed back in service. When the system is recharged, it shall be tested and inspected in accordance with the appropriate section of Chapter 6. CHAPTER 7 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Section 706.1 is repealed, and in lieu thereof a new Section 706.1 is enacted to read as follows: 706.1 General. A. Fire Dampers or Smoke Dampers, as defined in Section 202, protecting ducts and air transfer openings shall be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 80 and NFPA 105. B. Fire Dampers or Smoke Dampers are subject to acceptance testing, inspection after the first year of installation, and periodic inspection every four years thereafter unless located in a hospital, which shall be subject to periodic testing every six years thereafter. Testing and inspections under this section shall only be performed by individuals with a current certification that is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) under the ISO/IEC 17024 standard or its equivalent as the Fire Official reasonably determines, and current Chapter 25.03, Sec. 112.7.2 of the St. Louis City Code licensure. C. An Inspector's test and inspection results under this section shall be delivered to the building owner within thirty (30) days of such test or inspection. D. Any deficiency noted by the Inspector shall be cured by the owner within sixty (60) days. E. An Inspector's test and inspection results under this section shall document at a minimum: i. The location of each fire and smoke damper; and ii. The name of the Inspector; and iii. The date of the inspection; and iv. Any deficiencies discovered; and v. The repairs or replacements completed and with a place for the Inspector to indicate when and how the deficiencies were corrected. F. Building Owners shall retain testing and inspection records and maintain all documentation for at least three (3) test cycles and, upon request, make the records available for review by the Building Division and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. G. Any products or materials used to protect the openings for ducts and air transfer openings shall be securely attached to or bonded to the construction containing the duct or air transfer opening, without visible openings through or into the cavity of the construction. Any damaged products or materials protecting duct and air transfer openings shall be repaired, restored, or replaced. CHAPTER 9 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Section 901.6.3 is repealed, and in lieu thereof a new Section 901.6.3 is enacted to read as follows: 901.6.3 Permits. A. Records of all system inspections, tests, and maintenance required by the referenced NFPA standard shall be maintained on the premises for a minimum of three (3) test cycles and shall be sent to the fire code official. Reports shall be allowed to be uploaded to www.stlcitypermits.com by the contractor. B. In addition to other requirements, permits for construction issued by the City shall be withheld until sufficient proof of tests and inspections required by this Code are given to the Code Official. Change Section 903.3.5 to read as follows: 903.3.5 Water Supplies. Water supplies for automatic sprinkler systems shall comply with this section and the standards referenced in Section 903.3.1. The potable water supply shall be protected against backflow in accordance with the requirements of this section and the Plumbing Code. Change Section 904.11.1.3 to read as follows: 904.11.1.3 Water Supply Protection. Connections to a potable water supply shall be protected against backflow in accordance with the Plumbing Code. Change Section 907.6.6 to read as follows: 907.6.6 Monitoring. All fire alarms and detection systems shall be monitored by a listed central station as defined in NFPA-72. A certificate or placard shall be issued by a recognized listing organization that has been listed the prime contractor for all newly installed fire alarm systems in commercial occupancies in accordance with the 2016 Edition of NFPA-72. This regulation shall apply to all fire alarm systems that are newly installed in commercial occupancies for which permits are required by the City of Saint Louis Building Code on or after April 1, 2014. Any existing fire alarm system in a commercial occupancy wherein the fire alarm control panel and alarm system components are to be replaced shall be considered newly installed for the purpose of this section. Also, where there is reasonable cause due to noncompliance or faulty conditions, the building official shall be permitted to require that an existing fire alarm system meet the same requirements as a newly installed system. Central station service in full compliance with the 2016 Edition of NFPA-72, Chapter 26, shall be maintained at the protected property, so long as the requirement for the fire alarm system exists. Exceptions: Supervisory service is not required for: 1. Single and multiple-station smoke alarms required by Section 907.2.10. 2. Smoke detectors in Group I-3 occupancies. 3. Automatic sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings. Change Section 907.8.5 to read as follows: 907.8.5 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance. The building owner shall be responsible to maintain the fire and life safety systems in an operable condition at all times. Service personnel shall meet the qualification requirements of NFPA 72 for inspection, testing, and maintenance of such systems. A written record shall be maintained and shall be forwarded to the fire official immediately upon completion of the tests and inspections. Add Sections 907.11 and 907.12 to read as follows: 907.11 Central Station Supervision. All companies engaged in the business of offering sprinkler and fire detection system supervisory service shall, upon completion of inspection and test of sprinkler systems and fire detection systems under their contracts, forward to the fire official a written report of the results of such test and serviceability of such sprinkler systems and fire detection systems. Their reports shall contain, but not be limited to, the following information: 1. Name of company under contract. 2. Address of company. 3. Date of last inspection. 4. Type of system. 5. General service condition of system. 6. In case of sprinkler systems, the number of supervised systems. 907.12 Fees. A fee shall be assessed by the fire official to witness the acceptance test for sprinkler, standpipe, fire fighting foam, and other special systems. Fees shall be paid in accordance with the fee schedule established in Table 113.2. Section 909.18.8.2 is repealed, and in lieu thereof a new Section 909.18.8.2 is enacted to read as follows: 909.18.8.2 Approved agencies for smoke control testing shall have expertise in fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering, and certifications as air balancers, and inspections shall only be performed by individuals with a current certification that is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) under the ISO/IEC 17024 standard, or its equivalent as the Fire Official determines, and current Chapter 25.03, Sec. 112.7.2 of the St. Louis City Code licensure. Change Section 912.6 to read as follows: 912.6 Backflow Protection. The potable water supply to automatic sprinkler and standpipe systems shall be protected against backflow as required by the Plumbing Code. Add Sections 918 thru 920 to read as follows: SECTION 918 SALE, LEASING, AND SERVICING OF PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS AND FIXED EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS 918.1 General. The purpose of this section is to regulate the sale, leasing, and servicing of portable fire extinguishers and fixed extinguishing systems in the interest of safeguarding lives and property. Exception: The activity of filling or charging a portable fire extinguisher prior to its initial sale by its manufacturer shall not be subject to this section. In addition, the licensing and registration provisions of this section shall not apply to any firm which services only its own fire extinguishers for its own use by maintaining its own fire extinguisher service facilities adequate for the purpose and utilizing its own personnel specially trained for such servicing. 918.2 Certificate of Registration for Firms Installing or Servicing Portable Fire Extinguishers or Fixed Extinguishing Systems. Each firm engaged in the business of servicing portable fire extinguishers or fixed extinguishing systems shall be required to have a Certificate of Registration issued by the fire official. 918.3 Approval of Portable Fire Extinguishers. No portable fire extinguisher shall be sold or leased in the City of Saint Louis unless it is approved, labeled, or listed by a testing laboratory which is approved by the fire official as qualified to test portable fire extinguishers. 918.4 Fees. All fees prescribed herein shall be charged at the rate prescribed in Table 113.3. 918.5 Penalties. Whoever shall do any of the acts as set forth in Sections 918.5.1 and 918.5.2 shall be held in violation of this code and shall, upon conviction thereof, be penalized as set forth in Section 25.06.040. 918.5.1 Misrepresentation. Having obtained or attempted to obtain a Certificate of Registration by fraudulent misrepresentation. 918.5.2 Violation of Regulations. Installed or repaired portable fire extinguishers or fixed extinguishing systems contrary to the provisions of this section or the rules and regulations formulated and administered under the authority of this section. 918.6 Application for Certificate of Registration. Any firm that desires to engage in the business of installing or servicing portable fire extinguishers or fixed extinguishing systems shall make a written verified application to the fire official on forms provided for a Certificate of Registration. The application must be signed by the sole proprietor, or each partner, or by an officer of the corporation. All firms are required to be an authorized distributor, manufacturer certified, or employ International Code Council certified fire extinguisher technicians (FE-certified portable fire extinguisher technician, FK-pre-engineered fire extinguisher system technician, or FN-pre-engineered industrial fire extinguishing system technician) appropriate to work being performed. All supporting documentation and fees in accordance with Section 916.4 shall accompany the application. 918.6.1 Liability. At the time of application for a Certificate of Registration to service portable fire extinguishers or fixed extinguishing systems, the applicant must furnish a certificate of insurance in an amount as determined by the fire official. 918.6.2 Issue. If the fire official finds after reviewing the applicant's record that the granting or renewing of a Certificate of Registration would not be contrary to public safety and welfare, the fire official shall issue or renew such Certificate of Registration authorizing the firm to engage in the business of installing and servicing portable fire extinguishers and fixed extinguishing systems, provided the requisite fee has been paid. The fire official shall give each Certificate of Registration an identifying number. 918.6.3 Renewal of Certificate. Application for renewal of a Certificate of Registration shall be made annually in accordance with detailed procedures to be followed. 918.6.4 Revocation. After a hearing is conducted as hereinafter provided, the fire official may either refuse to issue or renew, or may suspend or revoke any Certificate of Registration for any of the following causes: 1. Violation - Any violation as listed in Section 918.5. 2. Misrepresentation - Having obtained or having attempted to obtain a Certificate of Registration by fraudulent misrepresentation. 3. Incompetence - Malpractice or incompetence in fire extinguisher sales or servicing. 4. False Advertising - Advertising fire extinguisher sale or servicing by means of knowingly false or deceptive statements. 5. Fee Not Paid - Failure to pay the original or annual renewal Certificate of Registration fee provided in these regulations. 6. Violation of Rules - Violation of any provision of this section as formulated and administered by the fire official or violation of any provision of these regulations. 918.6.5 Record. The fire official shall keep a list of the names, addresses, and Certificate of Registration numbers issued to each firm under these regulations. 918.6.6 Public Review. The record of all numbers of Certificates of Registration shall be available for review by any person desiring to review same. 918.7 Tagging of Serviced Portable Fire Extinguishers or Fixed Extinguishing Systems Required. When an employee under the supervision of a licensee services a portable fire extinguisher or fixed extinguishing system, a tag shall be affixed that at least states: 1. The month and year the service was performed. 2. The type of extinguisher or system serviced. 3. The name and license number of the licensee and the name and permit number of the apprentice, if any. 4. The name and Certificate of Registration number of the servicing firm. 918.7.1 Information. When a person exempt from the licensing provision of this section services a portable fire extinguisher, a tag shall be affixed that at least states: 1. The month and year when the service was performed. 2. The type of extinguisher serviced. 3. The name and address of the person performing the service and the name and address of their employer. 4. The address of the premises within which the portable fire extinguisher is customarily located. 918.8 Semi-Annual Test. The duct and kitchen exhaust hood extinguishing system shall be inspected semi-annually by a service technician that is certified through the corresponding manufacturer, the International Code Council, other nationally recognized certification organization, or other proof of competence, acceptable to the Authority Having Jurisdiction, for the type of system being serviced. The technician shall possess a certification document on their person at all times while working within the City of Saint Louis boundaries. A corresponding written report shall be filed with the Division of Building and Inspection, Fire Safety Unit, upon completion. SECTION 919 SPRINKLER, STANDPIPE AND FIRE PUMP MAINTENANCE 919.1 Scope. The purpose of this section is to establish a sprinkler and standpipe system maintenance control in the interest of safeguarding lives and property. 919.2 Application. The provisions of this section shall apply to existing sprinkler and standpipe systems installed in buildings prior to the enactment of this code and to all new sprinkler systems hereafter installed. 919.3 Sprinkler, Standpipe, and Fire Pump Maintenance and Inspection. All sprinkler, standpipe, and fire pump systems shall be inspected annually by a sprinkler fitter contractor licensed by the City of Saint Louis or by a Missouri licensed Professional Engineer with experience in sprinkler and standpipe systems and a report shall be filed with the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. SECTION 920 FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT 920.1 Scope. Fire extinguishing, fire detection, first-aid fire fighting systems, and devices required by the Building Code shall be maintained in accordance with the provisions of this section. 920.2 Existing Occupancies. Upon adoption of this code, the fire official shall make or cause to be made a survey of each existing business and industrial establishment; mercantile, educational, and institutional occupancy; place of assembly; hotel; multifamily dwelling; and trailer camp to determine such fire detecting devices or extinguishing appliances which are necessary in or near boiler rooms; kitchens or restaurants; clubs or like establishments; storage rooms involving considerable combustible material; rooms in which hazardous manufacturing processes are involved; repair garages; and other places of a generally hazardous nature to provide for the safety of the public according to existing conditions and in accordance with the requirements of the Building Code. Such devices or appliances may consist of automatic fire alarm systems; automatic sprinkler or water spray systems; standpipe and hose; fixed or portable fire extinguishers of a type suitable for the probable class of fire; manual or automatic covers, or carbon dioxide or other special fire extinguishing systems. In special hazardous processes or storage, appliances of more than one type or special systems may be required. 920.3 Maintenance of Equipment. Sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, fire pumps, fire alarm systems, and other fire protective or extinguishing systems or appliances which have been installed in compliance with any permit or order or because of any law or ordinance shall be maintained in operative condition at all times, and it shall be unlawful for any owner or occupant to reduce the effectiveness of the protection so required except that this shall not prohibit the owner or occupant from temporarily reducing or discontinuing the protection where necessary to make tests, repairs, alterations, or additions. The fire official shall be notified before such tests, repairs, alterations, or additions are started and upon its completion, and shall be advised of the extent of such work for additional requirements. 920.4 Suppression, Detection and Alarm Nuisance. It shall be the owner or occupant's responsibility to maintain suppression, detection, and alarm systems in such operating condition so as not to cause unnecessary alarms being transmitted to the Fire Department. Remedies to correct this situation shall be accomplished as expediently as possible. Those alarms deemed unnecessary shall be assessed a service charge of $100.00 for each response. 920.4.1 Notification of Sprinkler or Fire Alarm Shut-Off. Whenever a sprinkler or fire alarm system is to be shut off for repairs, it shall be the owner or occupant's responsibility to determine that the service person performing such repairs has notified the Fire Department of the pending shut-off prior to shutting the system off. When a sprinkler system has central station supervision, the company providing this service shall also be notified of the shut-off. Failure to notify the Fire Department or the Central Station supervising company of sprinkler or fire alarm shut-off resulting in an unnecessary alarm being transmitted to the Fire Department will subject the owner or occupant to a service charge of $100.00 for each alarm received. 920.4.2 Maintaining Sprinkler Systems in Abandoned or Unoccupied Buildings. It shall be the owner's responsibility to ensure that all automatic sprinkler systems in any building being temporarily vacated or permanently abandoned be maintained in an operable condition at all times. And it shall be unlawful to shut down or in any manner reduce or impair the effectiveness of any sprinkler system unless prior approval is granted by the fire official or until at such time as the building is in the process of being demolished. Any conditions as set forth by the fire official governing the shut down of sprinkler systems shall be strictly adhered to. It shall be the owner's responsibility to notify the fire official 48 hours prior to vacating any building protected by an automatic sprinkler system. Any person, firm, agency, or corporation violating any provision of this section or failing to comply with any written order issued by the fire official pertinent to maintaining sprinkler protection in abandoned or temporarily vacated buildings shall, upon conviction thereof, be penalized as set forth in Section 25.06.040. 920.5 Periodic Flow Test. Fire pumps shall be subjected to a water flow test every two years on or about the anniversary date of their last previous test. The test shall be conducted by a sprinkler fitter contractor licensed by the City of Saint Louis or by a Missouri licensed Professional Engineer. A report shall be filed with the Division of Building and Inspection Fire Safety Unit. CHAPTER 11 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Delete Chapter 11 in its entirety. CHAPTER 23 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Change Section 2311.2.3 to read as follows: 2311.2.3 Drainage and Disposal of Liquids and Oil-Soaked Waste. Garage floor drains, where provided, shall drain to approved oil separators or traps discharging to a sewer in accordance with the Plumbing Code. Contents of oil separators, traps, and floor drainage systems shall be collected at sufficiently frequent intervals and removed from the premises to prevent oil from being carried into the sewers. CHAPTER 29 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Change Section 2901.2 to read as follows: 2901.2 Permit. Permits shall be required as set forth in Sections 105.6. The fee for organic coatings shall be as set forth in Table 113.1. CHAPTER 31 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Change Section 3103.2 to read as follows: 3103.2 Approval Required. Tents and membrane structures having an area in excess of 800 square feet or that cover or obstruct the means of egress of any building shall not be erected, operated, or maintained for any purpose without first obtaining a permit and approval from the fire code official. Exceptions: 1. Tents used exclusively for recreational camping purposes in accordance with the Zoning Code when confined to a rear yard in residential zoning districts on a temporary basis. 2. Tents for private family events on the same lot as the residence are exempt from obtaining a permit but shall meet all other requirements. 3. Tents open on all sides that comply with all of the following: 3.1. Individual tents having a maximum size of 800 square feet. 3.2. The aggregate area of multiple tents placed side by side without a fire break clearance of 10 feet, not exceeding 800 square feet total. 3.3. A minimum clearance of 10 feet to all structures and other tents. The use of propane tanks or equipment in the tent requires a separate permit and inspection by the fire code official. Means of egress for all tents shall comply with the Building Code. Tents shall be supported to withstand a live load of 20 pounds per square foot and wind speed of 115 mph, Exposure B. Setbacks required by the Zoning code and fire separation distances required by the Building Code shall be maintained but shall not be less than 10 feet. CHAPTER 35 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Change Section 3501.2 to read as follows: 3501.2 Permit. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105.6. The fee for welding and other hot work shall be as set forth in Table 113.1. CHAPTER 50 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Change Section 5004.2.2.6 to read as follows: 5004.2.2.6 Drainage System Design. Drainage systems shall be in accordance with the Plumbing Code and all of the following: 1. The slope of floors to drains in indoor locations or similar areas in outdoor locations shall not be less than 1 percent. 2. Drains from indoor storage areas shall be sized to carry the volume of the fire protection water as determined by the design density discharged from the automatic fire-extinguishing system over the minimum required system design area or area of the room or area of the room in which the storage is locate, whichever is smaller. 3. Drains from outdoor storage areas shall be sized to carry the volume of the fire flow and the volume of a 24-hour rainfall as determined by a 25-year storm. 4. Materials of construction for drainage systems shall be compatible with the materials stored. 5. Incompatible materials used in open systems shall be separated from each other in the drainage system. 6. Drains shall terminate in an approved location away from buildings, valves, means of egress, fire access roadways, adjoining property, and storm drains. CHAPTER 56 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Change Section 5601.2 to read as follows: 5601.2 Permit. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105.6 and regulated in accordance with this section. The fee for explosive and fireworks shall be as set forth in Table 113.1. Change Section 5601.2.1 to read as follows: 5601.2.1 Limits. The limits in which the storage of explosives, ammunition, and blasting agents is prohibited are hereby established as the entire City of Saint Louis. Exception: Storage of smokeless propellant, black powder, and small arms primers for personal use and not for resale in accordance with Section 5606.2. Add Section 5608.1.1 to read as follows: 5608.1.1 Certification of Registration. Each firm engaged in the business of offering for sale supervised fireworks displays for private or public amusement shall be required to have a Certificate of Registration issued by the fire official. The fee shall be as set forth in Table 113.3. Add Section 5610 to read as follows: SECTION 5610 CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY 5610.1 General. Each individual who engages in the activity of discharging fireworks for public or private amusement shall be required to have a Certificate of Competency issued by the fire official. 5610.2 Qualifications. An individual applying for a Certificate of Competency must be 21 years of age; capable of reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the English language; and possessing at least two years' experience in the supervision of discharging fireworks displays. Proof of the experience will be required at the time of application. 5610.3 Examination. The applicant for a Certificate of Competency must satisfactorily pass a written or oral examination administered by the fire official or designated representative. 5610.4 Non-transferable. The Certificate of Competency shall be issued to the name of the applicant and is non-transferable. 5610.5 Insurance. The permittee shall furnish evidence of public liability and property damage insurance in amounts deemed adequate by the fire official. 5610.6 Fees. The fees for the Certificate of Competency shall be paid at the time of application in accordance with the fee schedule as set forth in Table 113.3. CHAPTER 57 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Change Section 5701.4 to read as follows: 5701.4 Permit. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105.6. The fee for flammable and combustible liquids shall be as set forth in Table 113.1. Add Sections 5708 thru 5710 to read as follows: SECTION 5708 FLAMMABLE LIQUID STORAGE TANK INSTALLATION 5708.1 Scope. The installation, abandonment, repair, or removal of any underground or aboveground tank used for the storage of flammable liquids shall comply with the provisions of this code. 5708.2 Permit Required. A permit shall be obtained from the fire official to install, abandon, or remove any above or below ground tank used for the storage of flammable liquids without regard to class of liquids. 5708.3 Compliance with Building Code. The layout and field erection of flammable liquid tanks shall comply with the applicable requirements of the Building Code. 5708.4 Installation. The installation of stationary or temporary tanks for the storage of flammable liquids on any site or location shall be installed within the requirements of the applicable standards of NFPA 30. 5708.5 Fire Protection and Control. The required fire protection shall be as specified in the Building Code. 5708.6 Gasoline Storage. All gasoline storage tanks shall be installed below ground and be vented as required by the Building Code. Gasoline may be stored above ground in approved safety containers of not more than 500 gallons each subject to the approval of the fire official. 5708.7 Final Inspection. All flammable liquid storage tanks shall be subject to a final inspection by the fire official or representative before filling tanks; in case of underground tanks, the final inspection shall take place before tanks are covered over. 5708.7.1 Responsibility. It shall be the responsibility of the installer to notify the fire official 48 hours before final inspection is requested. 5708.8 Abandonment or Removal of Tanks. The fire official shall be notified 48 hours prior to the abandonment, cleaning, or removal of a flammable liquid tank. 5708.8.1 Requirements. The abandonment or removal of a flammable liquid tank shall comply with the applicable standards of NFPA 30. 5708.9 Leaking Tanks. The fire official shall be notified immediately upon discovery of any leakage of product from a flammable liquid tank, connected piping, or pumps. 5708.10 Test of Tanks or Piping. The owner or occupant shall, when required by the fire official, cause the testing of tanks, piping, pumps, and related equipment as so designated. Tests shall be performed according to procedures established by the fire official. 5708.10.1 Witnessing Test. Whenever the fire official requires any tank, piping, pump, or related equipment to be tested, the test shall be witnessed by the fire official or designated representative. The fire official shall be notified 48 hours before each test is to begin. 5708.11 Inventory Control Records to Be Kept. Accurate inventory control records for the purpose of detecting leakage shall be maintained by the person in control of the premises of each underground storage facility. The person in control of such premises shall make all inventory control records available for inspection and checking by the fire official at all reasonable times and shall promptly report to the fire official any abnormal loss of content. 5708.12 Testing for Leaks. Notwithstanding any of the requirements of this chapter for testing piping systems and underground storage tanks, the fire official may require testing of any such system when there are grounds to believe that a system may be leaking, including, without limitation, failure to maintain inventory control records, when inventory control records indicate a shortage of product, or visual detection of leakage. The fire official may, at any time when such leakage shall be apparent, close the entire facility and the facility shall remain closed until such time as the fire official has been furnished sufficient proof that the leakage which has caused the closing of the facility has been repaired. The fire official may at any time require the construction of intercepting holes or trenches to prevent the continuing migration of the contaminating liquid. 5708.13 Permits. A permit shall be obtained from the fire official to repair any tank, container, or piping and pumps used for the storage and dispensing of flammable liquids. The fee shall be as set forth in Table 113.1. 5708.14 Removal of Covering Devices for Inspection. At the time of periodic tests of piping systems and at any other reasonable time when requested to do so by the fire official, dispenser panels, access covers, and any other covering devices shall be removed to permit access for inspection. Any deficiencies which are causing the loss of product shall be immediately corrected. 5708.14.1 Observation Well. An observation well shall be installed for each new tank location as determined by the fire official. 5708.14.2 Secondary Containment. Secondary containment shall be required in new tank installations as determined by the fire official. SECTION 5709 REPAIR OF LEAKING TANKS OR CONTAINERS 5709.1 Repairs. Before any tank, equipment, or containers used for the storage or conveying of flammable liquids is repaired, the fire official shall be notified prior to commencement of work. 5709.1.1 Requirements. The repair of all equipment outlined in Section 5709.1 shall be done in strict compliance of requirements set forth by the fire official and NFPA 329 and NFPA 30. 5709.2 Requirements for Installers of Tanks and Equipment. Only those companies and individuals duly certified by the fire official having met the requirements set forth in Section 3409 for such certification shall be engaged for the purpose of installation or repairing flammable liquid tanks and related equipment. 5709.3 Fees. A fee shall be assessed by the fire official for witnessing the testing of tanks and equipment. Fees shall be paid according to the fee schedule established in Table 113.2. 5709.4 Repair Permit. A fee shall be assessed by the fire official for the repair, installation, or abandonment of tanks and the repair of any tank, piping, or pump as listed in Table 113.1 5709.5 Cleaning Tanks. Before any flammable liquid tank is cleaned, a permit shall be obtained from the fire official and a fee paid as listed in Table 113.1. SECTION 5710 CERTIFICATION OF FLAMMABLE LIQUID TANK INSTALLATIONS 5710.1 Scope. The purpose of this section is to regulate the installation, repair, and testing of tanks and equipment used for the storage of flammable liquids in the interest of safeguarding lives and property. 5710.2 Registration of Persons Installing, Repairing, or Testing Flammable Liquid Storage Tanks. Each firm engaged in the business of installing, repairing or testing flammable liquid storage tanks shall be required to have a Certificate of Registration issued by the fire official. 5710.3 Prohibition Against Installing, Repairing, or Testing Flammable Liquid Storage Tanks by Personnel From Uncertified Company. The only person under this section allowed to install, repair, or test flammable liquid tanks is a person that holds a Certificate of Registration or an employee, agent, or servant of a firm that holds a Certificate of Registration. 5710.4 Applications and Hearing on Licenses, Permits, and Certificates. Applications for Certificates hereunder shall be made pursuant to regulations adopted by the fire official as those regulations may from time to time be amended. 5710.5 Penalties. Whoever shall intentionally commit any acts as set forth in Sections 5709.5.1 and 5709.5.2 shall be held in violation of this code and shall, upon conviction thereof, be penalized as set forth in Section 25.06.040. 5710.5.1 Operating Without Certificate. No person shall engage in the business of installing, repairing, or testing flammable liquid storage tanks without a current Certificate of Registration. 5710.5.2 Misrepresentation. No person shall obtain or attempt to obtain a Certificate of Registration by fraudulent misrepresentation. 5710.6 Application for Certificate of Registration. Any firm that desires to engage in the business of installing, repairing, or testing flammable liquid storage tanks shall make a written verified application to the code official on forms provided for a Certificate of Registration for each separate location of such firm where service is performed. The application must be signed by the sole proprietor, each partner, or an officer of the corporation. 5710.6.1 Review. If the fire official finds after reviewing the applicant's record that the granting or renewing of a Certificate of Registration would not be contrary to the public safety and welfare, the fire official shall issue or renew such Certificate of Registration authorizing the applicant to engage in the business of installing, repairing, or testing flammable liquid storage tanks provided the requisite fees have been paid. The fire official shall give each Certificate of Registration an identifying number. 5710.6.2 Renewal of Certificate. An application for renewal of a Certificate of Registration shall be made annually in accordance with detailed procedures to be followed. 5710.6.3 Fees. The original and annual renewal fee for Certificates of Registration issued pursuant to these regulations shall be paid according to the fee schedule established in Table 113.3. 5710.7 Revocation. The fire official shall conduct a hearing pursuant to the revocation of any Certificate of Registration. The fire official may then either refuse to renew, suspend, or revoke the Certificate of Registration for any of the following causes: 1. Violation - Any violation as listed in Section 3409.5. 2. Misrepresentation - Having obtained or having attempted to obtain a Certificate of Registration by fraudulent misrepresentation. 3. Malpractice - Malpractice or incompetence. 4. Failure to Pay Fee - Failure to pay the original or annual renewal Certificate of Registration fee provided in these regulations. 5. Violation of any provision of the rules and regulations as formulated and administered by the fire official or violation of any provision of this section. CHAPTER 61 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Change Section 6101.2 to read as follows: 6101.2 Permit. Permits shall be required as set forth in Sections 105.6 and 105.7. The fee for liquid petroleum gas shall be as set forth in Table 113.1. Distributors shall not fill an LP-gas container for which a permit is required until a permit for installation has been issued for that location by the fire code official. Change Section 6103.2.1.7 to read as follows: 6103.2.1.7 Use for Food Preparation. Where approved, listed LP-gas commercial food service appliances are allowed to be used for food-preparation within restaurants and in attended commercial food-catering operations in accordance with the Fuel Gas Code, Mechanical Code, and NFPA58. LP-gas tanks shall be allowed to be used on mobile food trucks not exceeding 100 lbs per tank and limited to two tanks per vehicle. CHAPTER 80 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Modify Chapter 80 by adding the following: IAPMO International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials 5001 E. Philadelphia Street Ontario, CA 91761-2816 UPC-09-Uniform Plumbing Code 201.3, 903.3.5, 904.11.1.3, 912.6, 2311.2.3, 5004.2.2.6 APPENDIX N IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: Delete Sections N105.4, N105.6 and N106. (Ord. No. 71844, § 1, 4-15-2024; Ord. No. 70796, § 3, 7-6-2018.)

INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

St. Louis Revised Code § 25.06.010 Reserved.

St. Louis Revised Code § 25.06.020 Adoption.

St. Louis Revised Code § 25.06.030 Amendments.

St. Louis Revised Code § 25.06.040 Penalty.