HomeMy WebLinkAbout148674_3_Corrections.docxRESIDENTIAL PLAN CHECK
COMMENTS
Planning & Building Agency
Building Safety Division
20 Civic Center Plaza
P.O. Box 1988 (M-19)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
(714) 647-5800
www.santa-ana.org
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PLAN CHECK ENGINEER:TEL:714FAX:714
647-5897
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Note: Numbers in parenthesis (unless otherwise noted) refer to code sections of the 2007 California Building Code (CBC); MC = 2007 California Mechanical Code; PC = 2007 California Plumbing Code; EC = 2007 California Electrical Code; T = Table; ICC = International Code Council.All items apply noted on this plan check report must be addressed. If you feel that an item is not applicable to your project, note “N/A” and discuss the reason with the plan checker.To the right of each correction please indicate the sheet number and detail or note number on the plans where the correction is made. Resubmit marked original, calculations and this correction sheet. A separate sheet for response may be used.Resubmit corrected sets of plans.Meetings between the project applicant/designer and the plan reviewer shall be by appointment only.All persons preparing plans for others shall sign those plans. Business and Professions Code Chapter 3, Division 3, Section 5536.1 (a).
This review does not include mechanical, plumbing or electrical work. Separate plans, applications, fees, plan checks, and permits are required for mechanical, plumbing and electrical work. Call 647-5800 for information.
The drawing /information submitted for building safety division shall clearly indicate the scope of the work under this building permit application.
The applicant shall obtain clearances/approvals for the following prior to building permit issuance:Planning Division approval on the corrected/final set of drawings (647-5804). Previously approved plans should be submitted to expedite the process.Public Works Agency approval (647-5039).
Provide a fully dimensioned Site Plan on the drawings and on a separate 8-1/2" x 11" sheet of paper.
Delete notes and details that do not apply to this project. (A105.3 and A106)
Bathrooms, laundry rooms, water closet compartments and similar rooms shall be mechanically ventilated in accordance with the Mechanical Code. (1203.4.2.1)
Wall covering shall be cement plaster, tile or approved equal to 70 inches above drain at showers or tub with showers. Materials other than structural elements shall be moisture resistant. Glass enclosure doors and panels must be labeled Category II. Swing door outward. Net area of shower receptor shall be not less than 1,024 sq. in. of floor area, and encompass 30-inch diameter circle. (PC411.7)Show location(s) of hard-wired smoke detector with a battery back up in each sleeping room and at a point centrally located in the corridor or area giving access to each sleeping area: a detector shall be located at each story and basement, on the upper level of split level stories and both levels if sleeping area is on lower level; a detector shall be located in close proximity to the stairway when sleeping rooms are on the upper level. (Battery-operated smoke detector permitted in existing construction only.) Refer to CBC Section 907.2.10 and the CA Fire Code.
Glazing in doors and enclosures for bathtubs and showers shall have Category II classification per CBC Section 2406.1.
The City has encountered a large number of inspection problems arising from a lack of specific framing details. The following listed items are required to be shown on the plans (A106.1):Permissible notching and boring of joists are to be shown on the plans and shall not exceed CBC Section 2308.10.4.2 allowances.Notching of exterior and bearing/nonbearing walls shall not exceed 25%/40% respectively. Bored holes in bearing/nonbearing walls shall not exceed 40%/60% respectively. In no case shall the edge of the bored hole be nearer than 5/8 inch to the edge of the stud. (2308.9.10 and 2308.9.11)
Show how dwelling is provided with comfort heating facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68oF at a point of 3 feet above the floor in all habitable rooms. (1204) (Show location of
HVAC)
The residence shall conform to the State Energy Conservation Standards. Submit forms and calculations for review and blueprint the final forms on the plans.Also, submit 2 copies of signed Energy Efficiency calculations.Provide on the drawings Nailing Schedule complying with CBC Table 2304.9.1. CBC 2007. (Submitted one is based on CBC 2001.)
Provide designed ridge beams (4 x min.) for open beam vaulted ceilings when ceiling joists or rafter ties are not provided. If it is not vaulted ceiling , provide Show ceiling joist size, spacing, and direction on plans. [(A106.1.1 and T2308.10.2(1)-(2)]
Wood framing members, including wood sheathing, that rest on exterior foundation walls and are less than 8 inches from exposed earth shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated wood. (2304.11.2.2)
Provide a weep screed for stucco at the foundation plate line a minimum of 4 inches above the earth or 2 inches above paved areas. (2512.1.2)
Note on the plans that hold-down connector bolts into wood framing require approved plate washers; and hold-downs shall be tightened just prior to covering the wall framing.
Note on the plans that foundation anchor bolts in walls shall have an approved plate washer under each nut; and the nuts shall be tightened just prior to covering the wall framing. Plate washers a minimum of 3 inch by 3 inch by 0.229 inch thick shall be used on each bolt. (1805.6, 2305.3.11 and 2308.6)
Provide drag strut at Openings to shear walls . Show detail of strut and top plate connection. (1603)Provide details on the drawings for the seismic restraint of water heater. Refer to City of Santa Ana public handout on Water Heater Installation. (PC 508.2)Show how far north wall is from property line.The wall span is too long, provide support or provide ridge beam with engineering.Provide detail for the post installed anchor bolts on existing foundation.