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01/09/2017 Decks and balconies on multifamily residential or commercial structures shall have supporting framework inspected by a licensed contractor at least every four years after initial construction to look for structural deterioration or structural pest damage. Any damage that could endanger the occupants of the structure shall be repaired. Untreated wood members shall be treated to resist structural pest and ventilation provided in each joist bay at each end of enclosed framing. A contractor's report shall be provided to the Building Division for each periodic inspection. Sec. 9.42. SECTION 105 OF THE BUILDING CODE AMENDED. Section 105 of the Building Code is amended to add a new Section 105.1.3 to read as follows: [A] 105.1.3 When an alteration or addition, or combination thereof, exceeds 50% of the total project, then the project may be considered as a new structure requiring compliance with the current code. The Building Division determines what the percentage of the project is new construction. Sec. 9.43. SECTION 105 OF THE BUILDING CODE AMENDED. Section 105 of the Building Code is amended to add a new Section 105.7.1 to read as follows: [A] 105.7.1 A copy of the front of the permit card shall be posted on the site in a weather proof sleeve. The permit shall be visible from the street in public view. Sec. 9.44. SECTION 105 OF THE BUILDING CODE AMENDED. Section 105 of the Building Code is amended to add a new Section 105.8 to read as follows: [A] 105.8 Ownership of a permit. The building permit belongs to the property owner. The contractor acts as an agent of the owner and shall give the original permit card to the owner. Sec. 9.45. SECTION 107 OF THE BUILDING CODE AMENDED. Section 107 of the Building Code is amended to add a new Section 107.1.1 to read as follows: [A] 107.1.1 Due to a higher degree of hazard to the public, commercial projects require a California licensed architect, engineer, contractor, CASp or other licensed design professional that has accountability through the suspension or revocation of their license to design and stamp plans and calculations. Fire alarm and suppression systems, or other fire related permits, shall be designed and plans stamped by a licensed fire protection engineer or other appropriately licensed design professional, that is approved by the Fire Marshal. Sec. 9.46. SECTION 107 OF THE BUILDING CODE AMENDED. Section 107 of the Building Code is amended to add a new Section 107.3.4.1.1 to read as follows: [A] 107.3.4.1.1. Deferred submittals shall pay an additional permit fee. ATTY/ORD.433/BUILDING CODE ADOPTION ORDINANCE NO. 2428 REV: 12-19-16 RL MUFF NO. 305 Page 3 of 16