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HomeMy WebLinkAbout162020_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. 3. TEL: FAX: VALUATION: EMAIL: FLOOD ZONE: APPLICABLE CODE: 2010 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. 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. Please call (714) for an appointment.Please return marked up set of drawings with corrections. The City of Santa Ana currently uses the 2010 edition of the California Building Code (CBC) with local amendments. The 2010 California Building Code based on 2009 International Building Code (IBC) with the State of California amendments and 2010 California Green Building Standards Code is expected to become effective on January1, 2011. The codes in effect at the time application is made for permits shall be the governing standard.All architectural drawings to be signed and stamped by architect. Business and Professions Code Chapter 3, Division 3, Section 5536.1(a).This review does not include mechanical, plumbing, fire sprinkler system, or electrical work. Separate plans, applications, fees, plan checks, and permits are required for mechanical, plumbing, fire sprinkler systems, 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. - 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) - 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 issuanceCompliance with 2010 Green Building Code is required. Please refer to attached for summary of requirements. Revise drawings to show compliance with each item. (Attached to drawings and to be picked up by applicant).A separate Building Permit Application is required for: - Light standard(s) - Pedestrian protection - Storage Racks - Screen Wall for Proposed EquipmentProvide 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. Show all property lines of record on the site plan, including “interior” property lines. Show all future or proposed property lines and so indicate. Buildings shall not be constructed over any property line. Indicate and dimension all “assumed” property lines between buildings. Show compliance with CBC Section 704 and CBC Tables 601, 602, and 704.8. Indicate distance from exterior walls to all recorded property lines. Prior to the issuance of building permit(s), tract maps, parcel maps, lot line adjustments, public way abandonments, covenant, conditions and restrictions (CC&R’s), etc., related to the subject project must be legally recorded with the County of Orange. Submit a copy of the recorded map for Building Safety Division Review. Building address numbers shall be at least 4” high for single-family dwellings, 6” high for multi-family dwellings, and at least 10” high for commercial/non-residential buildings, in accordance with CBC Section 501.2 and the SAMC.Show on the plans: - Complete legal description - Assessor’s Parcel Number - Occupancy Classification(s) - Type of Construction - Area tabulation justifying floor area(s) of building(s) (CBC Sections 503, 505, 506, 507, and 508 and CBC Table 503) - Fire Sprinkler System (State purpose of sprinkler system, for example, area increase under CBC Section 506.3, required by CBC Section 903 for type of occupancy, etc.) - Number, width, and purpose (cite code section) of yards required - Number and fire-resistive rating of exterior wallsLabel and note hourly fire rating of exterior walls due to location of property lines and Reference each fire-resistive assembly to a CBC Chapter 7, Table and Item number. Call out fire resistive of parapet wall at height of 30” above roof and compliance with Sections 705.11 of CBC. CBC Section 717.2.2, Provide fire blocking in concealed spaces of stud walls and partitions, including furred spaces at the ceiling and floor level and at 10 ft. intervals both vertical and horizontal.Fire blocking. In combustible construction, fire blocking 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. Fire blocking 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.Interior floor finishes shall show compliance with CBC Section 804.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.Provide width of exit complying with CBC Section 1005 (Egress Width)CBC Section 1016.1. Travel distance limitations. Exits shall be so located on each story such that the maximum length of exit access travel, measured from the most remote point within a story to the entrance to an exit along the natural and unobstructed path of egress travel, shall not exceed the distances given in Table 1016.1.Show dimensioned path of travel on the drawings.Table 1016.1 Exit Access Travel Distance: OCCUPANCYWITHOUT SPRINKLERWITH SPRINKLERSYSTEM (feet)SYSTEM (feet) A, , M, S-1200250b B200300cProvide on the drawings a complete door schedule, showing: - Hardware complying with exiting and disabled accessibility requirements (CBC Sections 1008.1.8 and 1133B.2.5) - Show compliance with the City of Santa Ana’s Security Ordinance (Contact the Santa Ana Police Department Crime Prevention Section by telephoning 714-647-5840)Panic hardware shall comply with CBC Section 1008.1.9. Panic hardware shall be provided as required by CBC Section(s):- By the Fire Department 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.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.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.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.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 1011, Requires exit signs to be readily visible from any direction of approach. No point shall be more than 100’ from the nearest visible exit sign. Revise the drawings to show compliance.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.” 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. Please note proposed project is not reviewed for compliance with ADA. Accessibility compliance with 2010 CBC is reviewed.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 1114B.1.2, 1114B.1.3. and 1129B.3, Item 3. Entrance(s) to the building or facility and primary path of travel to the specific area of new work shall be accessible. Path of travel incorporated all elements from the exterior arrival site to remodeled area.CBC 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.CBC Section 1127B.1. When more than one building or facility is located on a site, accessible routes of travel shall be provided between buildings and accessible site facilities.CBC Section 1127B.1. The accessible route of travel shall be the most practical direct route between accessible building entrances, accessible site facilities, and the accessible entrance to the site.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.Refer to the attached handout for Exterior Routes of Travel. Revise drawings to show compliance.CBC Sections 1102B, 1124B.1 and 1127B.1. Provide a continuous accessible walking surface from each exit door to public way.Walks and sidewalks shall have a continuous common surface, not interrupted by steps or abrupt changes in level. Surfaces shall be slip resistant. Refer to CBC Sections1124B and 1133B.7 for additional requirements including maximum slopes (cross slopes and along the path of travel) allowed, grading and level areas.Walks and sidewalks shall not have cross slopes exceeding ¼” per foot (2% slope). Slopes along the path of travel shall not exceed 5% unless designed as a pedestrian ramp in accordance with CBC Section1133B.5. For curb ramps refer to CBC Section 1127B.5.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.1. Accessible parking spaces serving a particular building shall be located on the shortest accessible route of travel from adjacent parking to an accessible entrance. In parking facilities that do not serve a particular building, accessible parking shall be located on the shortest accessible route of travel to an accessible pedestrian entrance of the parking facility.Provide parking data on the site plan showing the total number of parking spaces provided, the number of disabled accessible spaces and the number of van accessible spaces, showing compliance with CBC Section 1129B and CBC Table 11B-6.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.Disabled accessible parking spaces should be sized as follows: - CBC Section 1129B.3, Item 1. Where single spaces are provided, they shall be a 9’ wide parking area with an outlined 5’ wide (8’ wide for van accessible space) loading and unloading aisle ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. The minimum length of each parking space shall be 18’. The loading and unloading access aisles shall be marked by a border painted blue. Within the blue border, hatched lines a maximum of 36” on center, shall be painted a color contrasted with the parking surface, preferably blue or white. Parking access aisles shall be part of an accessible route of travel (complying with Section 1114B.1.2) to the building or facility entrance. Parked vehicle overhangs shall not reduce the clear width of an accessible route. 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 Section 1129B.3, Item 1. When more than one space is provided, two 9’ wide parking areas may be outlined on each side of a 5’ wide (8’ wide for van accessible space(s)) loading and unloading aisle. The minimum length of each parking space shall be 18’. The loading and unloading access aisles shall be marked by a border painted blue. Within the blue border, hatched lines a maximum of 36” on center, shall be painted a color contrasted with the parking surface, preferably blue or white. See Figure 11B-18A. Parking access aisles shall be part of an accessible route of travel (complying with Section 1114B.1.2) to the building or facility entrance. Parked vehicle overhangs shall not reduce the clear width of an accessible route. 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.The surface of each accessible parking space or stall shall have a surface identification duplicating either of the following schemes: - By outlining or painting the stall or space in blue and outlining on the ground in the stall or space in white or suitable contrasting color a profile view depicting a wheelchair with occupant; or - By outlining a profile view of a wheelchair with occupant in white on blue background. The profile view shall be located so that it is visible to a traffic enforcement officer when a vehicle is properly parked in the space and shall be 36” high by 36” wide. See CBC Figures 11B-18A through 11B-18C.Clarify the parking restriping spaces and show compliance with accessibility handout.Plumbing facilities shall be provided in accordance with the California Plumbing Code (CPC) Section 412.0 and CPC 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.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 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.Refer to the attached sanitation facility handout for additional plan check comments. Revise plans 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 2406.3Glass and glazing shall be in accordance with CBC Chapter 24. Note on the drawings all windows and doors having glazing. Indicate the type and thickness of each light of glazing on the drawings.Note 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.Glass shall be firmly supported on all four edges. Show on the drawings how compliance shall be made with CBC Section 2404. For glass not firmly supported on all four edges, design shall be submitted to the building official for approval.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.The reflected ceiling plan and details must show compliance with CBC Sections 711.3.1, 803, 1613, and 1705 (special inspection) for suspended ceiling systemsProvide 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 ceilingThe reflected ceiling plan and details must show compliance with CBC Sections 711.3.1, 803, 1613, and 1705 (special inspection) for suspended ceiling systems.In lieu of providing structural calculations, 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: - Storage racks over 8’ high - 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 - CanopyCBC 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. CBC Section 1503.4.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. Please correct drawings to show location of roof drainage a marked on the drawings.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.Roof drainage water from a building shall not be permitted to flow over public property. Refer to CPC Section 1101.1 for drainage into a separate storm sewer system. CBC Section 1802.Geotechnical report recommendations are considered to be minimum standards. Structural calculations and drawings must meet or exceed said minimum standards. Show compliance with the following geotechnical report recommendations: Note on drawings: “Provide two copies of a compaction report reviewed, accepted, and stamped by the legally responsible building designer. The reports are to be submitted to, and accepted by, the Building Safety Division prior to call for foundation inspection.” CBC Section 2303.4.1.4 Truss submittal package. The truss submittal package shall consist of each individual truss design drawing, the truss placement diagram for the project, the truss member permanent bracing specification and, as applicable,the cover sheet/truss index sheet. Please note on the drawings.Structural drawings to be signed and stamped by engineer. Business and Professions Code Chapter 3, Division 3, Section 5536.1(a).