§ 9-12-3 Specific low flow fixtures and devices required.
The plumbing fixtures and devices required to be installed, unless otherwise indicated herein, in every new building or addition to an existing building for which a building permit has been issued after the effective date of this article, and when a replacement fixture or device is required in any building:
(A) Faucets (general). All lavatory, kitchen and bar sink faucets shall be designed, manufactured, installed or equipped with a flow control device aerator which will not allow a water flow rate in excess of 2.75 gallons per minute;
(B) Faucets (public restrooms). In addition to the general requirements set forth in subsection (A) of this section, lavatory faucets located in restrooms intended for use by the general public shall be of the metering or self-closing type;
(C) Showerheads. Showerheads, except where provided for safety reasons, shall be designed, manufactured and installed with a flow limitation device which will not allow a water flow rate in excess of 2.75 gallons per minute. The flow limitation device must be a permanent and integral part of the showerhead and must not be removable to allow flow rates in excess of 2.75 gallons per minute;
(D) Urinals. Urinals shall be designed, manufactured and installed so the maximum flush will not exceed 1.6 gallons of water. Adjustable type flushometer valves may be used, provided they are adjusted so the maximum flush will not exceed 1.6 gallons of water;
(E) Water closets. Water closets shall be designed, manufactured and installed so the maximum flush will not exceed 1.6 gallons of water. (Prior Code, § 9-12-3) (Ord. 90-295, passed 2-27-1990; Am. Ord. 90-298, passed 5-22-1990)