The International Fire Code, subsections 503.2.1 and 503.2.3 are hereby amended to read as follows:

503.2.1. Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 23 feet, unless a greater width is required elsewhere within the code, except for approved security gates in accordance with section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet, 6 inches.

503.2.3. Surface. Fire apparatus access roads shall be designated and maintained to support the 85,000 lbs. imposed loads of the fire apparatus and shall be surfaced so as to provide all weather driving capabilities. No speed reducing devices or traffic-calming features of any type that alter the elevation of the roadway shall be permitted on any fire apparatus access road, unless approved by the fire code official.