A. No one shall plant any vegetation, erect any structure, or perform any action which results in obstructing the view of a fire hydrant for a distance of 100 feet from any direction of approach. The owner/occupant of any area in which a hydrant is located shall be responsible for removing weed and tree growth from around the hydrant.

B. No parking is allowed within 15 feet of a fire hydrant (RCW 46.61.570). Per IFC 507.5.4, unobstructed access to fire hydrants shall be maintained at all times. The fire department shall not be deterred or hindered from gaining immediate access to fire protection equipment or hydrants. Obstructions to fire hydrants may result in a fine as determined by the fire marshal.

The purpose of this section is to maintain access and a visual area around the hydrant and is in addition to the requirements of BMC 20.32.140.

C. Maintenance of private fire hydrants is the responsibility of the property owner. Maintenance shall comply with IFC 507.5.2 through 507.5.6 and NFPA 25. Maintenance records shall be maintained as required by the fire marshal. Maintenance reports shall be uploaded into www.thecomplianceengine.com. (Ord. 2344 § 6 (Exh. E), 2021).