§ 21-49. Exceptions.

The provisions of this article shall remain in effective for all applications cited in section 21-45 with the following exceptions:

(1)

In replacement applications, ultra-low-flow water closets shall not be required if engineering calculations show that the reduced waste flow could cause the building drainage system to function improperly. These calculations must be performed by, and carry the seal of, a registered professional engineer, and be approved by the chief plumbing inspector.

(2)

Special purpose safety showers, aspirator faucets, and clinical sinks in a hospital or medical offices, wherein such fixtures are required per local, state, or federal laws, are not required to comply with the maximum flow rate requirements prescribed by this article.

(Ord. No. 98-21, § 1(1-9), 7-7-1998)