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The following local amendments to Chapter 7 of the International Fire Code, entitled “Fire and Smoke Prevention Features,” are hereby adopted and incorporated into the International Fire Code as if fully set forth therein:

(1) Section 705 of the International Fire Code is amended by substituting 705.2.3 with the following:

705.2.3. Hold-open devices and closers. Hold-open devices and automatic door closures, where provided, shall be maintained. During the period that such device is out of service for repairs, the door it operates shall remain in the closed position.

The fire code official is authorized to require the installation of hold-open devices of existing door installations where there has been documented use of door closure impairment devices.

(2) Section 705 of the International Fire Code is amended by substituting subsection 705.2.6 with the following:

705.2.6. Testing. Horizontal, vertical sliding and rolling fire doors shall be inspected and tested annually to confirm proper operation and full closure. A written record shall be maintained on the premises for a minimum of three years; a copy shall be submitted by an approved means to the fire code official within 30 calendar days of the inspection or test; and a label or tag shall be affixed to the individual assembly identifying the date of scheduled confidence test.

(Ord. 19-20 § 3 (Exh. 2); Ord. 02-19 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 11-16 § 2 (Exh. 2); Ord. 03-13 § 2 (Exh. 2); Ord. 05-10 § 2 (Exh. 2). Formerly 15.20.060)