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1.3.6.3 New construction, repairs, renovations, alterations, or any change in occupancy shall conform with this code, the Hawaii State Fire Code, and the Building code. Section 26 -4. Investigation. 1.7.10 is amended to read: 1.7.10 Investigation. Investigations are authorized by and shall be made in accordance with section 132 -4, 132 -4.5, 132 -5, HRS. Section 26 -5. Plans and specifications. 1.7.11 is amended to read: 1.7.11 Plans and specification. The Fire Chief shall have the authority to require plans and specifications to be submitted prior to the construction, demolition, or alteration of any building or structure; prior to any change in a building's occupancy type or class; or prior to the installation of any life safety or fire protection systems to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards. Section 26 -6. Standby Fire Personnel. 1.7.15 is amended to read: 1.7.15 Standby and Fire Watch Personnel. Section 26 -7. Standby and Fire Watch- Cost. 1.7.15.2.1 is amended to read: 1.7.15.2.1 The cost of standby and fire watch personnel shall be at no cost to the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ). 4. Section 26 -13, as provided in Bill No. 139, is amended to read: Section 26 -8. Fire Watch for Systems Out of Service. 1.7.15.4 is added to read: 1.7.15.4 Where a fire alarm or fire suppression system is out of service for more than 4 hours in a 24 -hour period, the AHJ shall be notified and an approved fire - watch shall be provided until such system is returned to service. 2