New Sprinkler Ordinance Approved; Cal. Chiefs Support Tax Breaks Also
The City of Modesto, Calif., has a new sprinkler ordinance. It requires an approved automatic sprinkler system in new buildings larger than 5000 square feet, higher than three stories, or whenever alterations to an existing building cause it to exceed the limits (see box).
During budget hearings in 1979, I proposed a sprinkler ordinance for all new buildings to control fire suppression costs yet maintain an acceptable fire loss. The ensuing time was spent developing a specific ordinance to meet Modesto’s needs and working with the Modesto Construction Industry Liaison Committee, Board of Realtors, Apartment Owners’ Association, Building Industry Association, Downtown Merchants Association, Downtown Improvement District and individual developers, builders and contractors.
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