The International Fire Code, section 503, is hereby amended by adding section 503.7 to read as follows:

503.7 Battery-Operated Electric Security Fence.

503.7.1 A battery-operated alarmed electric fence is a perimeter fence designed to carry non-lethal pulses of direct current to deter potential intruders that interface with an alarm system, together with the ancillary components or equipment attached to such a system.

503.7.2 A copy of the approved installation permit issued by the Aurora Building Department will be maintained with the Public Safety Communications Department showing the location of emergency access point(s), Gating Systems, Pedestrian Access Gates, Knox Keypad, Knox Key Switch, Siren Operated System (SOS), OPTICOM, and Emergency Battery Power Cut-off Switch.

503.7.3 Gating Systems.

In addition to the Aurora Fire Rescue Department access requirements in the International Fire Code, the following additional standards are required for properties protected by a battery-operated alarmed electric fence:

a. Power to the battery-operated alarmed electric fence gate zone, excluding gate opening controls, shall be deactivated upon activation of automatic or manual access for ingress or egress through the gate.

b. The vehicle gate shall provide a means for response by public safety personnel to ingress or egress from the site.

c. If a pedestrian type of gate access is present the pedestrian type of gate shall be installed immediately adjacent to all vehicle access gates and shall be deenergized when contact is broken, and the gate is open.

503.7.4 Electrification.

a. No battery-operated alarmed electric fence shall be installed or operated with a power source other than a commercial storage battery not exceeding twelve (12) volts direct current, charged primarily with a solar panel; provided, however, in case of inclement weather or other conditions that inhibit the ability of the solar panel to fully recharge the battery, a charging device may be utilized for such purpose, if connected in a manner that ensures that the charging device cannot provide a source of power directly to the fence. In no case shall a battery-operated alarmed electric fence be connected to any other electric power source than the battery charged energizer.

b. The installation and operation of a battery-operated alarmed electric fence does not adversely affect or interfere with interconnected automatic gate opening systems, Knox Keypad, Knox Key Box/Key Switch, key fob, a remote gate opening device, or a radio frequency disarming system such as a Siren Operated System.

c. A cut-off switch shall be installed capable of disconnecting the fence from the controller in case of emergencies. A Knox Key Box/Switch and Knox Keypad shall be installed to provide secure access to the cut-off switch.

d. If the electric fence is deenergized the owner may reenergize the electric fence after making certain no First Responders or City personnel are inside the electric fence perimeter. The system will be tested as needed and at a minimum during the annual inspection conducted by Aurora Fire Rescue personnel. If the system is tested and not operational, the fire code official will issue a "stop use order" and the electric fence will not be allowed to be utilized until access provisions are corrected.

503.7.5 Location of battery-operated alarmed electric fences.

Battery-operated alarmed electric fences are prohibited within twenty-five (25) feet of any outdoor area utilized for the storage, use, or handling of Hazardous Materials as defined in the adopted Fire Code.

503.7.6 Signage.

Battery-operated alarmed electric fences shall be clearly identified by warning signs. The warning signs shall conform to the following requirements:

a. Warning signs shall be located on the battery-operated fence at not more than 30-foot intervals and shall read:

"WARNING – ELECTRIC SECURITY FENCE".

b. The text shall be printed in English and Spanish. All lettering shall be a minimum of one (1) inch high.

c. The size of the warning signs shall be a minimum of four (4) inches by eight (8) inches.

d. The warning signs shall consist of a yellow background with black inscriptions and must be kept in good condition to ensure visibility.

503.7.7 License Agreement Requirements.

a. A license agreement approved by the City Engineer will be required where the fence is within a dedicated easement, street, or city-owned property.

b. Upon determination the battery-operated alarmed electric fence is not in compliance with the City Code the electrical power source for the fence shall be disconnected and the license agreement revoked. All electrical components supporting the interconnected automatic gate opening system, Siren Operated System, Knox Keypad, Knox Key Box/Switch, and remote gate opening device shall remain active. The licensee shall receive a statement from the Fire Department, Code Enforcement, or Building Division describing the reason for noncompliance.

503.7.8 Permit Revocation.

a. If a battery-operated electric security fence is not in compliance with the requirements of the City Code the Fire Department, Code Enforcement or Building Division may revoke the installation permit.

b. Upon permit revocation, the electric fence applicant shall receive a statement from the Fire Department, Code Enforcement or Building Division describing the reason for the revocation.

c. Unless otherwise provided by this Section, after revocation of a permit an applicant may apply for a new battery-operated electric security fence permit after complying with the requirements of the City Code.

d. A battery-operated alarmed electric fence that has its permit revoked shall not be energized until the fence complies with the requirements of the City Code and a new installation permit is issued.

e. A battery-operated alarmed electric fence not in compliance with the City Code shall not be reenergized until the fence is brought into compliance with the City Code, a new building permit is issued, inspected, and approved.