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HomeMy WebLinkAbout153408_3_Corrections.docxTENANT IMPROVEMENT PLAN CHECK COMMENTS 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/RECHECK ITEMS: APPLICATION INITIAL REVIEW EXPIRATION RECHECKS: 1. PROJECT APPLICANT CONTACT PERSON: 2. Damon Barda 3. TEL: (949)574-1325 FAX: VALUATION: EMAIL: FLOOD ZONE: APPLICABLE CODE: 2007 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE (CBC) WITH CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDMENTS 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. 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. Please call (714) for an appointment.Please return marked up set of drawings with corrections.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. - Fire Department approval on the corrected/final sets of drawings (647-5839 or 647-5700) - Police Department approval on the corrected/final set of drawings (647-5840) - Public Works Agency approval (647-5039) - Grading Permit. Application is made through the Building Safety Division (647-5800) and the plan review is by the Public Works Agency (647-5039) - County of Orange Health Department approval on the corrected/final set of drawings (667- 3600) - School District Compliance Certificate; a copy of the building permit application, signed by the plan check engineer, shall be required by the School District to verify the scope of work. Refer to the attached handout. - Proof of Worker’s Compensation Insurance shall be required at the time of permit issuance A separate Building Permit Application is required for: Fence(s)/ Block wall(s), show location on the drawings and provide structural calculations for design and justification. Light standard(s) show location on the drawings and provide structural calculations for design and justification. Proposed Equipment provide missing detail (6/S8.1) structural calculations for design and justification. Children’s playground structures shall comply with CBC Section 402.11. Provide drawings to show compliance.Provide pedestrian protection in accordance with CBC Section 3306. Show location and type of protection on plan view. Provide typical construction details, sections, and elevations of pedestrian protection required. Pedestrian protection constructed within a public right of way shall require a building permit issued by the Building Safety Division and a separate approval from the City’s Public Works Agency (714) 647-5039.Submit a signed letter addressed to the Building Safety Division describing in detail the use of proposed multipurpose room and kitchen area. Provide a use statement on drawings as well. Plan check comments are based on A-3 occupancy only. Additional plan check comments may be applicable if different used is proposed. Please provide a signed copy to Mr. Scott Davis, Electrical Plan Check at (714) 647-5822.Label and note hourly fire rating of: East side exterior wall per Table 602 of CBC.Show parapet construction detail in compliance with Section 704.11 of CBCandreference each fire-resistive assembly to a CBC Chapter 7, Table and Item number. 9. Provide typical section view detail of all new partitions and ceilings showing: - Size, spacing, and material of framing members - Note gauge and ICC Research Report number and installation/construction requirements for metal framing members. - It is the project designer’s responsibility to coordinate work with the various trades to ensure that the size of the wall cavity will be large enough to accommodate piping, fittings, ducts, etc. There has been a continuing field problem of 2½” wide metal studs not being able to accommodate plumbing pipes. - Method of attaching framing to the building structure. Compliance shall be shown with CBC Section 1607.13 for lateral support of the walls. Do not support top of walls to suspended ceiling system unless calculations and drawing prepared by a registered engineer are submitted for review. Submit structural engineering calculations for walls in rooms with a floor to building structure above height greater than 14’. - Provide on the drawings details for the lateral support of partitions, rails and similar space dividers less than 5’ 9” in height. - Sheathing material and details of attachment. Note type, size, and spacing of fasteners. - Heights of partition, suspended ceiling, structure above. - Reference each fire-resistive assembly to a CBC Chapter 7 Table and Item number. - Fire-blocks and draft-stops in combustible construction in accordance with CBC Section 717. Show location(s) and provide typical construction details.Complete all soffit and furred out wall details. Provide complete detailing, including number, type, location of fasteners and how attachment is made to the building structure. Show compliance with CBC Section 803.Fireblocking. In combustible construction, fireblocking shall be installed to cut off concealed draft openings (both vertical and horizontal) and shall form an effective barrier between floors, between a top story and a roof or attic space. Fireblocking shall be installed in the locations specified in CBC Sections 717.2.2 through 717.2.7.Provide on the drawings interior wall and ceiling finish schedule showing compliance with CBC Section 803 and CBC Table 803.5.CBC Section 1004.3, Posting of occupant load. Every room or space that is assembly occupancy shall have the occupant load of the room or space posted in a conspicuous place, near the main exit or exit access doorway from the room or space. Posted signs shall be of an approved legible permanent design and shall be maintained by the owner or authorized agent.Note on the floor plan the use and occupancy load of each room and/or area. Relate each use to a CBC Table item. Note occupant loads which are the greater number based on CBC Section 1004 and Table 1004.1.1 or the actual number of occupants.Panic hardware shall comply with CBC Section 1008.1.9. Panic hardware shall be provided as required by CBC Section(s): - An Occupancy with an occupant count > 50. Refer to CBC section 1008.1.8.3. - By the Fire Department Provide specifications for doors hardware (i.e., lever type, push-pull panic, etc) to comply with disabled access requirements. CBC Section 1133B.2.5.2.All doors require a level floor landing on each side in accordance with CBC Sections 1008.1.4, 1008.1.5, 1008.1.6, and 1133B.2.4 and CBC Figures 11B-26A and 11B-26B. Provide typical door threshold details and details of change in floor covering material.The width of the level area on the side to which the door swings shall extend 24” past the strike edge of the door for exterior doors and 18” past the edge for interior doors. CBC Section  1126A.3.2.The floor or landing at each side of an exit door shall be level and having a length in the direction of the door swing of at least 60” and the length opposite the direction of door swing of 44” as measured at right angles to the plane of the door in the closed position. CBC Section 1126A.3.1.CBC Sections 1133B.2.4 and 1133B.2.4.1, Regardless of the occupant load, there shall be a floor or landing on each side of a door. The floor or landing shall be not more than ½” lower than the threshold of the doorway. Change in level between ¼” and ½” shall be beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2. Change in level greater than ½” shall be accomplished by means of a ramp. Provide detailed sections and plan views showing compliance at all doorways requiring accessibility.All entrances and exterior ground-floor exit doors to buildings and facilities shall be made accessible to persons with disabilities. Doorways shall have a minimum clear opening of 32” with the door open 90 degrees, measure between the face of the door and the opposite stop. Doorways require dimensioning on the plans to insure compliance with the required landing area/maneuvering clearances at doors in accordance with CBC Section 1133B.2.4.2 and CBC Figures 11B-26A and 11B-26B.CBC Section 1133B.1.1.3, Recessed doormats shall be adequately anchored to prevent interference with wheelchair traffic.CBC Section 1133B.2.5.1, Hand-activated door opening hardware shall be centered between 30” and 44” above the floor. Latching and locking doors that are hand activated and which are in a path of travel shall be operable with a single effort by lever-type hardware, by panic bars, push-pull activating bars, or other hardware designed to provide passage without requiring the ability to grasp the opening hardware. Locked exit doors shall operate as above in egress direction.CBC Section 1133B.2.5, Note on the drawings: “Maximum effort to operate doors shall not exceed 5 pounds for exterior doors and interior doors, such pull or push effort being applied at right angles to hinged doors and at the center place of sliding or folding doors. Compensating devices or automatic door operators may be utilized to meet the above standards. When fire doors are required, the maximum effort to operate the door may be increased to the minimum allowable by the appropriate administrative authority, not to exceed 15 pounds.CBC Section 1133B.2.6, Required the bottom 10” of all doors except automatic and sliding shall have a smooth uninterrupted surface to allow the door to be opened by a wheelchair footrest without creating a trap or hazardous condition.Refer to the attached entrance/door handout. Revise the drawings to show compliance.Stairways shall show compliance with CBC Sections 1009 and 1133B.4 including applicable disabled accessibility requirements. (Please clarify if steps in front of playground area are prefab and part of playground structure). - Refer to the attached stairway handout; show compliance on the drawings if applicable.Any accessible route of travel shall be considered a ramp if its slope is greater than 1’ rise in 20’ of horizontal run (5-percent gradient) and show compliance with CBC Sections 1010 and 1133B.5.1. Provide detail/s to show compliance. Please refer to ramp location shown in site plan. - Provide complete architectural plan views, sections, details, and notes for pedestrian ramps. - CBC Sections 1010.3 and 1133B.5.3.1. The slope measured perpendicular to the direction of travelof a ramp shall not be steeper than one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). - Refer to the attached pedestrian ramp handout.Exit illumination and exit sign requirements in accordance with CBC Section 1011 shall be shown on the drawings. Be specific as to the type of exit signs to be installed.CBC Section 1006, Requires means of egress from all occupied parts of the building be provided with at least 1’ candle of light at floor level. Show compliance on the drawings.Tactile exit signs shall be required at the following locations: - Each grade-level exterior exit door shall be identified by a tactile exit with the word “EXIT.” - Each exit door that leads directly to a grade-level exterior exit by means of an exit enclosure, or an exit passageway, shall be identified by a tactile exit sign with the words “EXIT ROUTE.” - Each exit access door from an interior room or area to a corridor or hallway, which is required to have a visual exit sign, shall be identified by a tactile exit sign with the words “EXIT ROUTE.” - Each exit door through a horizontal exit shall be identified by a sign with the words “TO EXIT.”For the purpose of Section 1011.3, the term “tactile exit signs” shall mean those required signs that comply with Section 1117B.5.1, Item 1.It is the project designer’s/property owner’s responsibility to show compliance on the drawings with all applicable Federal and State Accessibility Standards.Drawings submitted to the Building Division for review shall provide the following information to insure compliance with CBC Section 1134B/Chapter 11B: - An accessible entrance - An accessible route to the altered area - Accessible restrooms - Accessible telephone (if any) - Accessible drinking fountains, and - Parking, signage and alarmsCBC Section 1127B.1. Site development shall be designed to provide access to all entrances and exterior ground-floor exits and access to normal paths of travel; and where necessary, to provide access shall incorporate pedestrian ramps, curb ramps, etc.At every entrance and at every major junction along or leading to an accessible route of travel, there shall be a sign displaying the international symbol of accessibility. Signs shall indicate the direction to accessible building entrances and facilities and shall comply with the requirements found in CBC Sections 1117B.5 and 1127B.3.CBC Section 1129B.3, Item 1. Revise the drawings to show the words NO PARKING shall be painted on the ground within each loading and unloading access aisle. This notice shall be painted in white letters no less than 12” high and located so that it is visible to traffic enforcement officials. See Figure 11B-18A.CBC Sections 1133B.7.1 and 1133B.7.5. Sidewalks accommodating the disabled must be at least forty-eight inches (48”) wide and at least sixty inches (60”) where door swings over walk.CBC Section 1133B.7.2. Walks, sidewalks, and pedestrian ways shall be free of gratings whenever possible. For gratings located in the surface of any of these areas, grid openings in gratings shall be limited to ½” in the direction of traffic flow.If a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicular way, and the walking surfaces are not separated by curbs, railings or other elements between the pedestrian areas and vehicular areas, the boundary between the areas shall be defined by a continuous detectable warning which is 36” wide, complying with the CBC Section 1133B.8.5. Detectable Warning Product Approval. Only approved Division of the State Architect, Access Compliance (DSA/AC) approved detectable warning products and directional surfaces shall be installed in accordance with CBC Section 1133B.8.5.CBC Section 1129B.3, Item 3. In each parking area, a bumper or curb shall be provided and located to prevent encroachment of cars over the required width of walkways (account for front of car overhang).CBC Section 1129B.3, Item 4. Surface slopes of accessible parking spaces shall be the minimum possible and shall not exceed 1 unit vertical to 50 units horizontal (2% slope) in any direction.CBC Section 1129B.3, Item 2. One in every eight accessible spaces, but not less than one, shall be served by an access aisle 8’-0” (96”) wide minimum and shall be designated van accessible as required by Section 1129B.4. The words NO PARKING shall be painted on the ground within each eight’ loading and unloading access aisle. This notice shall be painted in white letters no less than 12” high and located so that it is visible to traffic enforcement officials. See Figure 11B-18B.CBC Section 1129B.3. Revise the drawings to show disabled accessible parking space loading/unloading aisle on the PASSENGER SIDE.CBC Section 1129B.3, Item 1. Revise the drawings to show the words NO PARKING shall be painted on the ground within each loading and unloading access aisle. This notice shall be painted in white letters no less than 12” high and located so that it is visible to traffic enforcement officials. See Figure 11B-18A.Refer to the attached parking handout for additional plan check comments. Revise the drawings to show compliance.Provide parking space identification in accordance with CBC Section 1129B.4 including: - Each parking space reserved for persons with physical disabilities shall be identified by a reflecting sign permanently posted immediately adjacent to and visible from each stall or space, consisting of a profile view of a wheelchair with occupant in white on dark blue background. The sign shall not be smaller than 70 square inches in area and, when in path of travel, shall be posted at a minimum height of 80” from the bottom of the sign to the parking space finished grade and shall be un-obscured by a parked vehicle. Signs may also be centered on the wall at the interior end of the parking space. An additional sign or additional language below the symbol of accessibility shall state “Minimum Fine $250.” Spaces complying with CBC Section 1129B.3, Item 2 shall have an additional sign stating “Van Accessible” mounted below the symbol of accessibility. - An additional sign shall also be posted in a conspicuous place at each entrance to off-street parking facilities, or immediately adjacent to and visible from each stall or space. The sign shall not be less than 17” by 22” in size with lettering not less than 1” in height, with clearly and conspicuously states the following:Unauthorized vehicles parked in designated accessible spaces not displaying distinguishing placards or license plates issued for persons with disabilities may be towed away at owner’s expense. Towed vehicles may be reclaimed by telephoning the Santa Ana Police Department at (714) 245-8665. CVC 22658a. - Provide assurance on the drawings that existing signage language reflects the paragraph above.Plumbing facilities shall be provided in accordance with the California Plumbing Code (CPC) Section 412.0 and CPC Table 4-1.Refer to red marks on sheetA-3.1 and provide additional female toilet rooms to comply with Table 4-1.Provide completely dimensioned floor plans, elevations and sections of sanitary facility insuring wheelchair clearances complying with CBC Section 1115B and the California Plumbing Code.Revise floor layout as marked on the drawings to show compliance said Section.Refer to the attached sanitation facility handout for additional plan check comments. Revise plans to show compliance.CBC Sections 1115B and 1210. Sanitation facility toilet room floors shall have a smooth, hard, non-absorbent surface such as Portland cement, concrete, ceramic tile or other approved material which extends upward onto the walls at least 6”. Walls within 2’ of the front and sides of urinals and water closets shall be similarly finished to a height of 4’.CBC Section 1607.7. Provide complete grab bar details on the drawings showing to show positive connection detail and compliance with CBC Section 1115B.8 including structural strength to support a 250 pound point load.CBC Section 1115B.4.3 Item 4. Note on the drawings hot water and drain pipes under lavatory shall be insulated.Ensure sanitary facilities comply with CBC Section 1115B.8.1 and that the bottom of the mirror is no higher than 40” from the floor.Drinking fountains serving the area of new work shall be accessible. CBC Section 1115B.4.6 and California Plumbing Code Section 406.5.CBC Section 1122B.1. Where counters are provided, show counter that is at least 36” long and no more than 28 to 34” high. Provide elevation of counter areas to show compliance.Provide on the drawings a complete window schedule showing: - Window sizes - Type and thickness of glazing (type of safety glazing for hazardous locations noted under CBC Section 2406.3Note type of safety glazing complying with CBC Section 2406 for glazing in fixed or operable panels adjacent to a door where the nearest exposed edge of the glazing is within a 24” arc of either vertical edge of the door in a closed position and where the bottom exposed edge of the glazing is less than 60” above the walking surface.Show/note ventilation requirements on the plans in accordance with the CBC and California Mechanical Code (CMC) requirements for each type of use. Note on drawings: - Provide mechanical ventilation for each area/room in accordance with the 2007 California Mechanical Code.Show/note LIGHTING requirements on the plans in accordance with CBC and California Electrical Code requirements for each type of use. - Note on drawings: - CBC Section 1205.3, artificial light. Artificial light shall be provided that is adequate to provide an average illumination of 10’candles (107 lux) over the area of the room at a height of 30”above the floor level.This building is subject to the State of California Energy Conservation Regulations: - The permit applicant shall be responsible for obtaining an energy plan check from a consultant who is qualified to perform an energy efficiency analysis in accordance with the California Code of Regulations (CCR,) Title 24, Par 6, 2008 California Energy Code. The plan check consultant must sign documentation certifying that a thorough, competent review has been performed on behalf of the Enforcement Agency. - The corrected/final ARCHITECTURAL drawings shall have the required energy efficiency compliance documentation with completed signature blocks filed on the plans. The same information may be copied on the Electrical Plans for the Electrical Plan Checker. - Provide cool roofing as required by 2008 Energy Standards. - The energy plan check consultant must complete the attached “Energy Conservation Plan Check Consultant Qualification Statement.”Provide complete structural calculations and drawings for suspended ceiling systems showing compliance with CBC Sections 711.3.1, 803.9, 1613, and 1705 (special inspections) and ASTM C635 and ASTM C636.(Special inspection) for suspended ceiling systems.Provide a complete suspended ceiling system plan and section detail showing the following: - Vertical supports - Seismic wires - Seismic strut/Compression strut - Perimeter wires - Separate fixture wires for lights and mechanical devices - ICC Research Report number for the suspended ceilingIn lieu of compliance with above structural calculations for suspended ceiling plan, note ICC Research Report Number on the drawings for the suspended ceiling system. (ICC Report Number 1308)Provide structural calculations and drawings, stamped and signed by a California licensed architect or registered civil engineer for: - New mechanical equipment on roof (note on Roof Framing Plan weight of each existing and new piece of equipment on the roof) - New equipment screening on roof (If required by Planning Department) - Structural support of shaft(s) and/or hood(s) - Children’s playground structures shall comply with CBC Section 402.11The geotechnical engineer shall address the potential of liquefaction and other applicable items noted under CBC Section 1802. Revise report to show compliance.Revised roof plan to show compliance with followings: Submit roof drainage calculations based on a 4” per hour rainfall in accordance with CBC Section 1611 and the 2007 California Plumbing Code (CPC) Chapter 11. CPC Section 1101.11.2.2. Secondary roof drains having the same size as the roof drains shall be installed with the inlet flow line located 2 inches above the low point of the roof. Manufactured devices must be appropriately listed. CPC Section 1101.11.2.2. Secondary roof drains shall be connected to drain lines independent from the roof drain lines. CPC Section 1101.11.2.1.Roof drain overflow scuppers shall have at least three times the size of the roof drain it serves and may be installed in adjacent parapet walls with the inlet flow line located 2 inches above the low point of the adjacent roof (small localized sump is not considered to be the low point of the roof for this requirement unless it is a recognized listed device.) CPC Section 1101.11.2.1.The roof drain overflow scupper shall have a minimum opening height of 4 inches. CBC Section 1603.1.2 Roof live load. The roof live load used in the design shall be indicated for roof areas (Section 1607.11). CBC Section 1603.1.4 Wind design data.The following information related to wind loads shall be shown, regardless of whether wind loads govern the design of the lateral-force-resisting system of the building: Basic wind speed (3-second gust), miles per hour (km/hr). Wind importance factor, I, and occupancy category. Wind exposure. Where more than one wind exposure is utilized, the wind exposure and applicable wind direction shall be indicated. The applicable internal pressure coefficient. Components and cladding. The design wind pressures in terms of psf to be used for the design of exterior component and cladding materials not specifically designed by the registered design professional. CBC Section 1603.1.5 Earthquake design data. The following information related to seismic loads shall be shown, regardless of whether seismic loads govern the design of the lateral-force-resisting system of the building: Seismic importance factor, I, and occupancy category. Mapped spectral response accelerations, SS and S1. Site class. Spectral response coefficients, SDS and SD1. Seismic design category. Basic seismic-force-resisting system(s). Design base shear. Seismic response coefficient(s), CS.Response modification factor(s), R. Analysis procedure used. Note on the drawings required construction inspections. The engineer or architect in responsible charge of the structural design work shall include in the construction documents the following: - Structural tests and inspections required by CBC Chapter 17. - Concrete where the design ƒ ’c exceeds 2,500 psi. - The structural engineer of record shall provide periodic and final inspections for all structural elements to ensure completed construction agrees with his/her design. Prior to the Building Safety Division's final inspection, the structural engineer of record shall submit a letter to the Building Official certifying completed structural elements. (A106.3.4.1 and 1709) - Other structural inspections required by the engineer or architect in responsible charge of the structural design work. - Special inspections required by ICC Research Reports.Note on drawings: "Truss supplier shall submit calculations and shop drawings signed by a registered civil engineer to the responsible project designer who agrees to review the shop drawings for acceptance prior to fabrication. Shop drawings and calculations shall be submitted to the Building Safety Division for acceptance after the responsible project designer has noted his/her acceptance and prior to fabrication.” Truss drawings must reflect compliance with CBC Sections: -Plans, structural calculations, and specifications must be prepared by a California registered civil engineer. (A106.1) -Regulation of prefabricated construction including required inspections and certifications. (1703.7) -Connectors and fasteners shall be installed in accordance with CBC Section 2304.9. -Metal-plate-connected wood trusses shall conform to CBC Section 2303.4.2. Provide evidence of required fabrication, storage, handling and delivery inspections. -When bearing studs are spaced at 24-inch intervals and top plates are less than two 2-inches by 6-inches, and when trusses are spaced at more than 16” intervals, such trusses shall bear within 5” of the studs beneath or a third top plate shall be installed. (2308.9.2.2) -The ICC approved agency number must be noted on shop drawings. - Note: If the responsible project designer declines to agree to review shop drawings, complete structural calculations and drawings for trusses shall be submitted for review and acceptance by the Building Safety Division prior to issuance of permits for the subject project. Please refer to red marks on architectural and structural drawings for additional plan check comments. Return mark up sets of drawings.