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CITY OF SANTA ANA
<br />Planning
<br />RESIDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND MANDATORY MEASURES
<br />CHAPTER 3: NEW RESIDENTIAL, and ADDITIONS AND ALTERATIONS
<br />A. Per CGBC 301.1, The following projects shall comply with the provisions of individual
<br />sections of CGBC Chapter 4:
<br />1) Newly constructed residential buildings;
<br />2) Additions or alterations of an existing residence where the addition or
<br />alteration increases the building's conditioned area, volume or size;
<br />CGBC requirements shall apply ONLY to and/or within the specific area
<br />of addition or alteration.
<br />B. Non -compliant Plumbing Fixtures: Per CGBC 301.1, on and after January 1, 2014,
<br />residential buildings undergoing permitted alterations, additions or improvements shall
<br />replace noncompliant plumbing fixtures with water -conserving plumbing fixtures; such
<br />replacement is required PRIOR to issuance of a certificate of final completion, certificate
<br />of occupancy or final permit approval by the local building department. Civil Code 1101.1,
<br />and 1101.3 defines a non -compliant plumbing fixture as ANY of the following:
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<br />1) Any toilet manufactured to use more than 1.6 gallons per flush;
<br />2) Any urinal manufactured to use more than 1.0 gallons per flush;
<br />3) Any showerhead manufactured to have a flow capacity of more than
<br />2.5 gallons of water per minute;
<br />4) Any interior faucet that emits more than 2.2 gallons of water per minute.
<br />CHAPTER 4: RESIDENTIAL MANDATORY MEASURES
<br />DIVISION 4.1: PLANNING AND DESIGN
<br />A. Storm Water Drainage & Retention During Construction (CGBC 4.106.2):
<br />Projects which disturb less than one acre of soil and are not part of a larger common
<br />plan of development which in total disturbs one acre or more, shall manage storm water
<br />drainage during construction. The General Contractor shall implement one or more of the
<br />following measures to prevent flooding of adjacent property, prevent erosion and retain
<br />soil run-off on the site.
<br />1) Retention basins of sufficient size shall be utilized to retain storm water
<br />on the site;
<br />2) Where storm water is conveyed to a public drainage system, collection point,
<br />gutter or similar disposal method, water shall be filtered by use of a
<br />barrier system, wattle or other method approved by the enforcing agency;
<br />3) Compliance with a lawfully enacted storm water management ordinance.
<br />B. Gradingand Paving CGBC 4.106.3 : Construction plans shall indicate how the site
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<br />grading or drainage system will manage all surface water flows to keep water from
<br />entering buildings. Examples of methods to manage surface water include, but are not
<br />limited to, the following:
<br />1) Swales;
<br />2) Water collection and disposal systems;
<br />3) French drains;
<br />4) Water retention gardens;
<br />5) Other water measures which keep surface water away from buildings and aid
<br />in groundwater recharge.
<br />EXCEPTION: Additions and alterations not altering the drainage path.
<br />C. Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging for New one- and two-family Dwellings (CGBC 4.106.4):
<br />New construction shall comply with Sections 4.106.4.1 and 4.106.4.2 to facilitate
<br />future installation and use of EV chargers. Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE)
<br />shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code, Article 625.
<br />EXCEPTION: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADU)
<br />without additional parking facilities.
<br />(CGBC 4.106.4.1). For each dwelling unit, install a listed raceway to accommodate a
<br />dedicated 208/240 volt branch circuit. The raceway shall not be less than trade size 1
<br />(nominal 1-inch inside diameter). The raceway shall originate at the main service or
<br />subpanel and shall terminate into a listed cabinet, box or other enclosure in close
<br />proximity to the proposed location of an EV charger. Raceways are required to be
<br />continuous at enclosed, inaccessible or concealed areas and spaces. The service panel
<br />and/or subpanel shall provide capacity to install a 40-ampere minimum dedicated
<br />branch circuit and spaces(s) reserved to permit installation of a branch circuit over -
<br />current protective device.
<br />(CGBC 4.106.4.1.1) Identification. The service panel or subpanel circuit directory shall
<br />identify the overcurrent protective device space(s) reserved for future EV charging as
<br />"EV CAPABLE". The raceway termination location shall be permanently and visibly
<br />marked as "EV CAPABLE".
<br />DIVISION 4.3: WATER EFFICIENCY and CONSERVATION
<br />INDOOR WATER USE (CGBC 4.303)
<br />A. Water Conserving plumbin Fixtures and Fittings (CGBC 4.303.1): Plumbing fixtures
<br />(water closets and urinals and fittings (faucets and showerheads) shall comply with
<br />the following:
<br />Water Closets (CGBC 4.303.1.1): The effective flush volume of all water closets
<br />shall not exceed 1.28 gallons per flush. Tank -type water closets shall be
<br />certified to the performance criteria of the U.S. EPA WaterSense Specification
<br />for Tank -type Toilets. NOTE: the effective volume of dual flush toilets is
<br />defined as the composite, average flush volume of two reduced flushes and one
<br />full flush.
<br />Urinals CGBC 4.303.1.2 : The effective Flush Volume of wall -mounted urinals
<br />shall not exceed 0.125 gallons per flush. The effective flush volume of all other
<br />urinals shall not exceed 0.5 gallons per flush.
<br />Single Showerheads (CGBC 4.303.1.3.1): shall have a maximum flow rate of not
<br />more than 1.8 gallons per minute at 80 psi. Showerheads shall be certified to
<br />the performance criteria of the U.S. EPA WaterSense Specifications for
<br />Showerheads.
<br />Multiple Showerheads (CGBC 4.303.1.3.2): When a shower is served by more than
<br />one showerhead, the combined flow rate of all showerheads and/or other shower
<br />outlets controlled by a single valve shall not exceed 1.8 gallons per minute at
<br />80 psi, or the shower shall be designed to allow only one shower outlet to be
<br />in operation at a time. NOTE: A hand-held shower shall be considered a
<br />showerhead.
<br />Residential Lavatory Faucets (CGBC 4.303.1.4.1): The maximum flow rate of
<br />residential lavatory faucets shall not exceed 1.2 gallons per minute at 60 psi.
<br />The minimum flow rate of residential lavatory faucets shall not be less than
<br />0.8 gallons per minute at 20 psi.
<br />Lavatory Faucets in Common and Public Use Areas (CGBC4.303.1.4.2):
<br />The maximum flow rate of lavatory faucets installed in common and public use
<br />areas (outside of dwellings or sleeping units) in residential buildings shall not
<br />exceed 0.5 gallons at 60 psi.
<br />Metering Faucets (CGBC 4.303.1.4.3: When installed in residential buildings shall
<br />not deliver more than 0.20 gallons per cycle.
<br />Kitchen Faucets (CGBC 4.303.1.4.4): The maximum flow rate of kitchen faucets
<br />shall note exceed 1.8 gallons per minute at 60 psi. Kitchen faucets may
<br />temporarily increase flow above the maximum rate, but shall not exceed 2.2
<br />gallons per minute at 60 psi, and must default to a maximum flow rate of
<br />1.8 gallons per minute at 60 psi. NOTE: Where complying faucets are unavailable,
<br />aerators or other means may be used to achieve reduction.
<br />B. Standards for Plumbing Fixtures and Fittings (CGBC 4.303.3): Plumbing fixtures and
<br />fittings shall be installed in accordance with the California Plumbing Code ("CPC"), and
<br />shall meet applicable standards referenced in Table 1701.1 of the CPC.
<br />OUTDOOR WATER USE (CGBC 4.304)
<br />A. Outdoor Potable Water Use in Landscape areas (CGBC 4.304.1): New residential
<br />shall comply with a local water efficient landscape ordinance OR the current California
<br />Department of Water Resources Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO),
<br />which is more stringent.
<br />1) The MWELO is located in the California Code Regulations, Title 23,
<br />Chapter 2.7, Division 2. MWELO and supporting documents, including
<br />water budget calculator, are available at https: //www.water.ca.gov.
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<br />DIVISION 4.4: MATERIAL CONSERVATION and RESOURCE EFFICIENCY
<br />A. Rodent Proofing (CGBC 4.406.1): Annular spaces around pipes, electric cables, conduits
<br />or other openings in sole/bottom plates at exterior walls shall be protected against the
<br />of rodents b closing such openings with cement mortar, concrete masonry, or
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<br />a similar method acceptable to the enforcing agency.
<br />CONSTRUCTION WASTE REDUCTION, DISPOSAL and RECYCLING
<br />B. Construction Waste Management (CGBC 4.408.1): A minimum of 65-percent of non-
<br />hazardous construction and demolition waste shall be recycled or salvaged for reuse in
<br />accordance with either Section 4.408.2, 4.408.3, or 4.408.4. Where a local construction
<br />and demolition waste management ordinance is more stringent than CGBC requirements,
<br />the local ordinance shall govern.
<br />EXCEPTIONS:
<br />1) Excavated soil and land -clearing debris;
<br />2) Alternate waste reduction methods developed by working with local agencies
<br />if diversion or recycle facilities capable of compliance with this item do not
<br />exist or are not located reasonably close to the jobsite;
<br />3) The enforcing agency may make exceptions to the requirements of this
<br />section when isolated jobsites are located in areas beyond the haul
<br />boundaries of the diversion facility.
<br />C. Construction Waste Management Plan (CGBC 4.408.2): The General Contractor shall
<br />prepare and submit a Construction Waste Management Plan (CWMP") in conformance
<br />with Items 1 through 5, below. The CWMP shall be updated as necessary and shall be
<br />available during construction for examination by the enforcing agency. Where a local
<br />construction and demolition waste management ordinance is more stringent than CGBC
<br />requirements, the local ordinance shall govern.
<br />The Construction Waste Management Plan (CWMP") shall:
<br />1) Identify the construction and demolition waste materials to be diverted from
<br />disposal by recycling, reuse on the project or salvage for future use and
<br />sale;
<br />2) Specify if construction and demolition waste materials will be sorted on -site
<br />(source -separated) or bulk mixed in a single stream;
<br />3) Identify diversion facilities where construction and demolition waste materials
<br />will be taken;
<br />4) Identify construction methods employed to reduce the amount of construction
<br />and demolition waste generated;
<br />5) Specify the amount of construction and demolition waste materials diverted
<br />shall be calculated by weight or volume. Calculating by both methods is
<br />NOT required.
<br />Waste Management Company CGBC 4.408.3 : The General Contractor shall utilize ONLY
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<br />waste management companies, approved by the enforcing agency, which can provide
<br />verifiable documentation that the percentage of construction and demolition waste
<br />material diverted from the landfill complies with Section 4.408.1.
<br />Waste Stream Reduction Alternative (CGBC 4.408.4): Projects that generate a total
<br />combined WEIGHT of construction and demolition waste disposed on in landfills, which
<br />does NOT exceed 3.4 pounds per square foot of building area (3.4 Ibs/SF) shall meet
<br />the minimum 65-percent construction waste reduction requirement in Section 4.408.1.
<br />Waste Stream Reduction Alternative (CGBC 4.408.4.1): Projects that generate a total
<br />combined WEIGHT of construction and demolition waste disposed of in landfills, which
<br />do not exceed 2 pounds per square foot of the building area, shall meet the minimum
<br />65-percent construction waste reduction requirement in Section 4.408.1
<br />Documentation of Waste Stream Reduction (CGBC 4.408.5): The General Contractor
<br />shall prepare documentation which demonstrates compliance with CGBC Sections 4.408.2,
<br />Items 1 through 5, Section 4.408.3 or Section 4.408.4. NOTE: Sample forms found in
<br />"A Guide to the California Green Building Standards Code (Residential)" located at
<br />w.w.w.hcd.ca.gov/CALGreen.html may be used to assist in documenting compliance with
<br />this section. Mixed construction and demolition debris (C & D) processors can be
<br />located at the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle).
<br />D. Operation and Maintenance Manual (CGBC 4.410.1): At the time of final inspection, the
<br />General Contractor shall prepare a detailed manual of operations and maintenance
<br />instructions as either: a manual, compact disc, web -based reference or other media
<br />acceptable to the enforcing agency, which includes all of the following, and shall be
<br />placed in the building, with final delivery to the Owner:
<br />1) Directions to the Owner or occupant that the manual shall remain with the
<br />building throughout the life cycle of the structure;
<br />2) Operation and maintenance instructions shall be included for the following:
<br />A. Equipment and appliances, including water -saving devices and systems,
<br />HVAC systems, photovoltaic systems, electric vehicle chargers, water
<br />heating systems, and other major appliances and equipment.
<br />B. Roof and yard drainage, including gutters and downspouts.
<br />C. Space conditioning systems, including condensers and air filters.
<br />D. Landscape and irrigation systems.
<br />E. Water reuse systems.
<br />3) Information from local utility, water and waste recovery providers on methods
<br />to further reduce resource consumption, including recycle programs and
<br />locations.
<br />4) Public transportation and/or carpool options available in the area.
<br />5) Educational material on the positive impacts of an interior relative humidity
<br />between 30-60 percent and what methods an occupant may use to main-
<br />tain the relative humidity level in that range.
<br />6) Information about water conserving landscape and irrigation design and
<br />controllers which conserve water.
<br />7) Instructions for maintaining gutters and downspouts and the importance of
<br />diverting water at least 5 feet away from the foundation.
<br />8) Information on required routine maintenance measures, including, but not
<br />limited to, caulking, painting, grading around the building, etc.
<br />9) Information about state solar energy and incentive programs available.
<br />10) A copy of all special inspection verifications required by the enforcing
<br />agency of this code.
<br />11) Information from the department of Forestry and Fire Protection on
<br />maintenance of defensible space around residential structures.
<br />12) Information and/or drawings identifying the location of grab bar
<br />reinforcement.
<br />DIVISION 4.& ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
<br />A. Fireplaces (CGBC 4.503.1): Any gas fireplace shall be a direct -vent sealed -combustion
<br />type. Any installed woodstove or pellet stove shall comply with the U.S. EPA New Source
<br />Performance Standards (NSPS) emission limits as applicable and shall have a
<br />permanent label indicating they are certified to meet emission limits. Woodstoves, pellet
<br />stoves and fireplaces shall also comply with applicable local ordinances.
<br />B. Covering Duct Openings and Protection of Mechanical Equipment During Construction
<br />(CGBC 4.504.1): At the time of rough installation, during storage on the construction
<br />site and until final startup of the heating, cooling and ventilating equipment, all duct
<br />and other related air distribution component openings shall be covered with tape, plastic
<br />or sheet metal or other methods acceptable to the enforcing agency to reduce the
<br />amount of water, dust, debris, and other contaminants which may enter the system.
<br />C. Adhesives, Sealants and Caulks (CGBC 4.504.2.1): Adhesives, sealants, and caulks used
<br />on the project shall comply with the following standards unless more stringent local
<br />or regional air quality management rules apply.
<br />1) Adhesives, adhesive bonding primers, adhesive primers, sealants, sealant
<br />primers, caulks, and certain toxic compounds shall comply with local or
<br />regional air pollution control, or air quality management district rules, or
<br />SCAQMD Rule 1168 VOC limits, as shown in CGBC Tables 4.504.1 or
<br />4.504.2;
<br />2) Aerosol adhesives, and smaller unit sizes of adhesives, and sealant or
<br />caulking compounds (in units of product, less packaging, which do not weigh
<br />more than one pound and do not consist of more than 16 fluid ounces)
<br />shall comply with statewide VOC standards and other requirements, including
<br />prohibitions on use of certain toxic compounds, of CCR, Title 17,
<br />commencing with section 94507.
<br />TABLE 4.504.1 - ADNESOVE MOO LONOT Notes: 1. 2
<br />Less Water and Less Exempt Compounds in Grams per Liter
<br />ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATIONS
<br />VOC LIMIT
<br />Indoor Carpet Adhesives
<br />50
<br />Carpet Pad Adhesives
<br />50
<br />Outdoor Carpet Adhesives
<br />150
<br />Wood Flooring Adhesives
<br />100
<br />Rubber Floor Adhesives
<br />60
<br />Subfloor Adhesives
<br />50
<br />Ceramic Tile Adhesives
<br />65
<br />VCT and Asphalt Tile Adhesives
<br />50
<br />Drywall and Panel Adhesives
<br />50
<br />Cove Base Adhesives
<br />50
<br />Multipurpose Construction Adhesives
<br />70
<br />Structural Glazing Adhesives
<br />100
<br />Single -Ply Roof Membrane Adhesives
<br />250
<br />Other Adhesives NOT Listed
<br />50
<br />SPECIALTY APPLICATIONS
<br />PVC Welding
<br />510
<br />CPVC Welding
<br />490
<br />ABS Welding
<br />325
<br />Plastic Cement Welding
<br />250
<br />Adhesive Primer for Plastic
<br />550
<br />Contact Adhesive
<br />80
<br />Special Purpose Contact Adhesive
<br />250
<br />Structural Wood Member Adhesive
<br />140
<br />Top and Trim Adhesive
<br />250
<br />SUBSTRATE SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS
<br />Metal to Metal
<br />30
<br />Plastic Foams
<br />50
<br />Porous Material (except wood)
<br />50
<br />Wood
<br />30
<br />Fiberglass
<br />80
<br />Note 1: If and adhesive is used to bond dissimilar substrates together
<br />the adhesive with the highest VOC content shall be allowed.
<br />Note 2: For additional information regarding methods to measure the
<br />VOC content specified in this Table, see South Coast Air Quality
<br />Management District Rule 1168.
<br />TABLE 4.504.2 a SEALANT MOOD LONOT
<br />Less Water and Less Exempt Compounds in Grams per Liter
<br />SEALANTS
<br />VOC LIMIT
<br />Architectural
<br />250
<br />Marine Deck
<br />760
<br />Non -Membrane Roof
<br />300
<br />Roadway
<br />250
<br />Single -Ply Membrane
<br />450
<br />Other
<br />420
<br />SEALANT PRIMERS
<br />Architectural
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<br />Non-Porous
<br />250
<br />Porous
<br />775
<br />Modified Bituminous
<br />500
<br />Marine Deck
<br />760
<br />Other
<br />1 750
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<br />Paint and Coatings (CGBC 4.504.2.2): VOC content limits for paints and architectural
<br />coatings shall comply with CGBC Table 4.505.3, unless more stringent local limits apply.
<br />Aerosol Paints and Coatings (CGBC 4.504.2.3): Aerosol paints and coatings shall meet
<br />the Product -weighted MIR Limits for ROC in sections 94522(a)(2), 94522(e)(1) and (f)(1)
<br />of CCR, Title 17 commencing with section 94520.
<br />TABLE 4.504.3 - VOC CONTENT LON078 fair Notes: 2. 3
<br />ARC H07EC4URAL COl,170HOS
<br />(Less Water and Less Exempt Compounds in Grams per Liter)
<br />COATING CATEGORY
<br />VOC LIMIT
<br />Flat Coatings
<br />50
<br />Non -Flat Coatings
<br />100
<br />Nonflat-High Gloss Coatings
<br />150
<br />SPECIALTY COATINGS
<br />Aluminum Roof Coatings
<br />400
<br />Basement Specialty Coatings
<br />400
<br />Bituminous Roof Coatings
<br />50
<br />Bituminous Roof Primers
<br />350
<br />Bond Breakers
<br />350
<br />Concrete Curing Compounds
<br />350
<br />Concrete / Masonry Sealers
<br />100
<br />Driveway Sealers
<br />50
<br />Dry Fog Coatings
<br />150
<br />Faux Finishing Coatings
<br />350
<br />Fire Resistive Coatings
<br />350
<br />Floor Coatings
<br />100
<br />Form -Release Compounds
<br />250
<br />Graphic Arts Coatings (Sign Paints)
<br />500
<br />High Temperature Coatings
<br />420
<br />Industrial Maintenance Coatings
<br />250
<br />Low Solids Coatings Note: 1
<br />120
<br />Magnesite Cement Coatings
<br />450
<br />Mastic Texture Coatings
<br />100
<br />Metallic Pigmented Coatings
<br />500
<br />Multicolor Coatings
<br />250
<br />Pretreatment Wash Primers
<br />420
<br />Primers, Sealers and Undercoaters
<br />100
<br />Reactive Penetrating Sealers
<br />350
<br />Recycled Coatings
<br />250
<br />Roof Coatings
<br />50
<br />Rust Preventative Coatings
<br />250
<br />Shellacs
<br />--
<br />Clear
<br />730
<br />Opaque
<br />550
<br />Specialty Primers, Sealers and Undercoaters
<br />100
<br />Stains
<br />250
<br />Stone Consolidants
<br />450
<br />Swimming Pool Coatings
<br />340
<br />Traffic Marking Coatings
<br />100
<br />Tub and Tile Refinish Coatings
<br />420
<br />Waterproofing Membranes
<br />250
<br />Wood Coatings
<br />275
<br />Wood Preservatives
<br />350
<br />Zinc -Rich Primers
<br />340
<br />Note 1: Grams of VOC per liter of coating, INCLUDING water and exempt
<br />compounds.
<br />Note 2: The specified limits remain in effect unless revised limits are listed
<br />in subsequent columns in the table.
<br />Note 3: Values in this Table are derived from those specified by the
<br />California Air Resources Board, Architectural Coatings Suggested
<br />Control Measure, Feb 1, 2008. More information is available
<br />from the Air Resources Board.
<br />Verification (CGBC 4.504.2.4): Verification of compliance with this section shall be
<br />provided at the request of the enforcing agency. Documentation may include, but is not
<br />limited to, the following:
<br />1) Manufacturer's product specification;
<br />2) Field verification of on -site product containers.
<br />Carpet System (CGBC 4.504.3): All installed carpet in the building interior shall meet
<br />the requirements of:
<br />1) The California Department of Public Health, "Standard Method for the
<br />Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical Emissions from Indoor
<br />Sources Using Environmental Chambers," Version 1.2, January 2017
<br />(Emission testing method for California Specification 01350)
<br />Carpet Adhesive (CGBC 4.504.3.3): All carpet adhesive shall meet the requirements
<br />of CGBC Table 4.504.1.
<br />Resilient Flooring Systems (CGBC 4.504.4): At least 80-percent of installed resilient
<br />flooring shall meet the requirements of:
<br />1) The California Department of Public Health, "Standard Method for the
<br />Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical Emissions from Indoor
<br />Sources Using Environmental Chambers," Version 1.2, January 2017
<br />(Emission testing method for California Specification 01350)
<br />Composite Wood Products (CGBC 4.504.5): Hardwood plywood, particleboard and medium
<br />density fiberboard composite wood products whether used on the interior or exterior of
<br />the building shall meet the requirements for formaldehyde limits in CGBC Table 4.504.5.
<br />Documentation of Composite Wood Products (CGBC 4.504.5.1): To demonstrate
<br />compliance with Section 4.505.5, provide documentation of at least ONE of the following:
<br />1) Product certifications and specifications;
<br />2) Chain of custody certifications;
<br />3) Product labeled as meeting the Composite Wood Products regulation
<br />(CCR, Title 17, Sec 93120)
<br />4) Exterior grade products marked as meeting the PS-1 or PS-2 standards
<br />of the Engineered Wood Association.
<br />5) Other methods acceptable to the enforcing agency.
<br />TABLE 4.904.E - COO RNALDEHYDE LONOTS
<br />(Maximum Formaldehyde Emissions in Parts per Million)
<br />PRODUCT
<br />LIMIT
<br />Hardwood Plywood Veneer Core
<br />0.05
<br />Hardwood Plywood Composite Core
<br />0.05
<br />Particle Board
<br />0.09
<br />Medium Density Fiberboard
<br />0.11
<br />Thin Medium Density Fiberboard
<br />0.13
<br />Note 1: Values in this Table are derived from those specified by the California
<br />Air Resources Board, Air Toxics Control Measure for Composite Wood
<br />as Tested in accordance with ASTM E133. For additional information
<br />see California Code of Regulations, Title 17, Sections 93120
<br />through 93120.12.
<br />Note 2: Thin medium density fiberboard has maximum thickness of 5/16".
<br />J. Concrete Slab Foundation (CGBC4.505.2): Concrete slab foundations required >y CBC
<br />Chapter 19, OR concrete slab -on -ground floors required by CRC Chapter 5, lo have a
<br />vapor retarder shall include a capillary break compliant with CGBC Section 4. 05.2.1 by
<br />at least ONE of the following means:
<br />1) A 4-inch thick base of 1/2 inch or larger clean aggregate is provided with
<br />a vapor barrier in direct contact with concrete and a concrete Al
<br />Ix design,
<br />which will address bleeding, shrinkage, and curling;
<br />2) Other equivalent methods approved by the enforcing agency; FOR PE
<br />3) A slab design specified by a licensed design professional.
<br />K. Moisture Content of Building Materials (CGBC 4.505.3): Building materials with visible
<br />signs of water damage shall not be installed. Wall and floor framing shall no be
<br />enclosed when the framing members exceed 19-percent moisture content. M isture
<br />content shall be verified in compliance with the following:
<br />1) Moisture content shall be determined with either a probe -type or contact -
<br />type moisture meter;
<br />2 Moisture readings shall b take at a point 2 feet to 4 feet from ccter I D.
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<br />stamped end of each piece to be verified;
<br />3) At least three (3) random moisture readings shall be performed n jw�l.
<br />floor framing with documentation acceptable to the enforcing ag c I •
<br />at the time of approval to enclose the wall and floor framing.
<br />Insulation products which are visibly wet or have a high moisture content sh II be
<br />replaced or allowed to dry prior to enclosure in wall or floor cavities. Wet-ap lied
<br />insulation products shall follow the manufacturer's drying recommendations prior to
<br />enclosure.
<br />L. Bathroom Exhaust Fans (CGBC 4.506.1): Each bathroom (defined as a room which
<br />contains a bathtub, shower, or tub/shower combo) shall be mechanically ventilated and
<br />shall comply with ALL of the following:
<br />1) Fans shall be ENERGY STAR compliant and be ducted to terminate outside
<br />the building;
<br />2) Unless functioning as a component of a whole house ventilation system, fans
<br />shall be controlled by a humidity control.
<br />A. Humidity controls shall be capable of adjustment between a relative
<br />humidity range of < 50-percent to a maximum of 80-percent. A humidity
<br />control may utilize manual or automatic means of adjustment.
<br />B. A humidity control may be a separate component to the exhaust fan and
<br />is not required to be integral.
<br />M. Heating and Air -Conditioning System Design (CGBC 4.507.2): Heating and air-conditioning
<br />systems shall be sized, designed and have their equipment selected using the following
<br />methods:
<br />1) The heat loss and heat gain is established according to ANSI/ACCA 2 Manual
<br />J 2011 (Residential Load Calculation), ASHRAE handbooks or other equivalent
<br />design software or methods;
<br />2) Duct systems are sized according to ANSI/ACCA 1 Manual D-2014
<br />(Residential duct Systems), ASHRAE handbooks or other equivalent design
<br />software or methods;
<br />3) Select heating and cooling equipment according to ANSI/ACCA 3 Manual
<br />S-2014 (Residential Equipment Selection) or other equivalent software.
<br />CHAPTER 7: INSTALLER and SPECIAL INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS
<br />A. Installer Training (CGBC 702.1): HVAC system installers shall be trained and certified in
<br />the proper installation of HVAC systems including ducts and equipment by a nationally
<br />or regionally recognized training or certification program. Uncertified persons may perform
<br />HVAC installations when under the direct supervision and responsibility of a person
<br />trained and certified to install HVAC systems or contractor licensed to install HVAC
<br />systems. Examples of acceptable HVAC training and certification programs include but
<br />are not limited to the following:
<br />1) State certified apprenticeship programs;
<br />2) Public utility training programs;
<br />3) Training programs sponsored by trade, labor or statewide energy consulting
<br />or verification organizations;
<br />4) Programs sponsored by manufacturing organizations;
<br />5) Other programs acceptable to the enforcing agency.
<br />B. Special Inspection (CGBC 702.2): When required by the enforcing agency, the Owner or
<br />the responsible entity acting as the Owners agent shall employ one of more special
<br />inspectors to provide inspection or other duties necessary to substantiate compliance
<br />with this code. Special inspectors shall demonstrate competence to the satisfaction of
<br />the enforcing agency for the particular type of inspection or task to be performed. In
<br />addition to other certifications or qualifications acceptable to the enforcing agency, the
<br />following certifications of education may be considered by the enforcing agency when
<br />evaluating the qualifications of a special inspector:
<br />1) Certification by a national or regional green building program or standard
<br />publisher;
<br />2) Certification by a statewide energy consulting or verification organization,
<br />such as HERS raters, building performance contractors, and home energy
<br />auditors;
<br />3) Successful completion of a third party apprenticeship training program in the
<br />appropriate trade;
<br />4) Other programs acceptable to the enforcing agency.
<br />NOTE: Special inspectors shall be independent entities with no financial interest in the
<br />materials of the project they are inspecting for compliance with this code. HERS raters
<br />are special inspectors certified by the California Energy Commission to rate homes
<br />according to the Home Energy Rating System (HERS).
<br />C. Documentation (CGBC 703.1): Documentation used to show compliance with this code
<br />shall include but is not limited to, construction documents, plans, specifications, builder
<br />or installer certification, inspection reports, or other methods acceptable to the enforcing
<br />agency which demonstrates substantial conformance. When specific documentation or
<br />special inspection is necessary to verify compliance, that method or compliance shall be
<br />specified in the appropriate section or Identified in the application checklist.
<br />ARCHITECTURE / INTERIORS
<br />A DIVISION OF FOX GROUP ARCHITECTS, INC.
<br />275 SOUTH GLASSELL STREET
<br />ORANGE, CALIFORNIA 92866
<br />FAX: 714 628-0797
<br />RICK FOX, ARCHITECT
<br />CAROL TINK- FOX, ARCHITECT
<br />NOTICE REGARDING OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS:
<br />ALL SKETCHES, DRAWINGS AND/ OR SPECIFICATIONS PREPARED
<br />FOR THIS PROJECT BY STRATOS FORM ARE AND SHALL REMAIN
<br />THE EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY OF STRATOS FORM WHETHER OR
<br />NOT THE PROJECT FOR WHICH THEY ARE PREPARED IS
<br />EXECUTED. RE -USE, REPRODUCTION OR PUBLICATION OF THESE
<br />DOCUMENTS BY ANY METHOD, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, IS
<br />PROHIBITED EXCEPT BY WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM STRATOS
<br />FORM. UNAUTHORIZED USE SHALL CONSTITUTE A BREACH OF
<br />CONFIDENCE.
<br />STRATOS FORM SHALL BE HELD HARMLESS FROM ANY AND
<br />ALL CLAIMS, DAMAGES AND LOSSES WHATSOEVER
<br />RESULTING FROM SUCH UNAUTHORIZED USE. ANY EXPENSES
<br />INCURRED, INCLUDING COURT COSTS AND FEES, SHALL BE
<br />PAYABLE UPON DEMAND.
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