HomeMy WebLinkAbout151689_2_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
PLAN CHECK NO:
PROJECT ADDRESS:
PLAN CHECK ENGINEER:TEL:714FAX:714
647-5897
TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION:
OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION(S):
PLAN CHECK DATES:
REMARKS:
APPLICATION
INITIAL REVIEW
EXPIRATION
RECHECKS:
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PROJECT APPLICANT CONTACT PERSON:
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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 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.Please indicate the sheet number and detail to the right of each correction, or note the 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 [ 3] corrected sets of plans.Meetings between the project applicant/designer and the plan reviewer shall be by appointment only.
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 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.
Provide a fully dimensioned Site Plan on the drawings and on a separate 8-1/2" x 11" sheet of paper.Show the complete legal description and assessor's parcel number on the plans.Note on the Drawings:
Number of stories:
Delete notes and details that do not apply to this project. (A105.3 and A106)Dimension roof overhangs showing compliance with CBC Section 704.
Bathrooms, laundry rooms, water closet compartments and similar rooms shall be mechanically ventilated in accordance with the Mechanical Code. (1203.4.2.1)
No water closet shall be set closer than 15 inches from its center to any side wall or obstruction, nor closer than 30 inches center to center to any similar fixture. The clear space in front of any water closet shall not be less than 24 inches. (PC 407.6)
In every sleeping room below the fourth story and in the basements of dwelling units, at least one openable emergency escape and rescue window or door shall open directly into a public street, pubic alley, yard or exit court, meeting all of the following (1026):
A sill height not over 44 inches above the floor._______________________________________________________________________________CAUTION:Using minimum clear openable height with the clear openable width will yield only 3.3 square feet and not the minimum 5.7 square feet required. Be especially careful with double-hung windows. Also, when the emergency escape window is below ground level refer to CBC Section 1026.5 for additional requirements.
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):
All framing walls are to be framed with a minimum of 6” studs.
Notching of exterior and bearing/nonbearing walls shall not exceed 25%/40% respectively.
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)
For plywood roof diaphragms, specify thickness, grade, panel span rating, and nailing schedule. (2305.2, 2305.3, 2306.9. and T2306.4.1)
Note on the plans: "Roof diaphragm nailing to be inspected before covering. Face grain of plywood shall be perpendicular to supports."
Note the use of full-length studs (balloon frame) on exterior walls of rooms with vaulted ceiling. (2308.9.1, T 2308.9)
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 drag strut at openings. Show detail of strut and top plate connection. (1603)
Provide bracing for new soffit.