International Building Code Section 3308

International Building Code 3308.1

Storage and handling of materials. The temporary
use of streets or public property for the storage or handling of
materials or of equipment required for construction or demolition,
and the protection provided to the public shall comply
with the provisions of the authority having jurisdiction and this
chapter.

Obstructions. Construction materials and equipment
shall not be placed or stored so as to obstruct access to
fire hydrants, standpipes, fire or police alarm boxes, catch
basins or manholes, nor shall such material or equipment be
located within 20 feet (6096 mm) of a street intersection, or
placed so as to obstruct normal observations of traffic signals
or to hinder the use of public transit loading platforms.

International Building Code 3308.1.1

Obstructions. Construction materials and equipment
shall not be placed or stored so as to obstruct access to
fire hydrants, standpipes, fire or police alarm boxes, catch
basins or manholes, nor shall such material or equipment be
located within 20 feet (6096 mm) of a street intersection, or
placed so as to obstruct normal observations of traffic signals
or to hinder the use of public transit loading platforms.

International Building Code 3308.2

Utility fixtures. Building materials, fences, sheds or
any obstruction of any kind shall not be placed so as to obstruct
free approach to any fire hydrant, fire department connection,
utility pole, manhole, fire alarm box or catch basin, or so as to
interfere with the passage of water in the gutter. Protection
against damage shall be provided to such utility fixtures during
the progress of the work, but sight of them shall not be
obstructed.