HomeMy WebLinkAbout164650_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/RECHECK ITEMS:
APPLICATION
INITIAL REVIEW
EXPIRATION
RECHECKS:
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PROJECT APPLICANT CONTACT PERSON:
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TEL:
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VALUATION:
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Note: Numbers in parenthesis (unless otherwise noted) refer to code sections of the 2010 California Residential Code (CRC); 2010 California Building Code (CBC); CMC = 2010 California Mechanical Code; CPC = 2010 California Plumbing Code; CEC = 2010 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 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 see corrections on submitted plans. Red marked set must be returned with revised plans. Plans resubmitted without the red markup set may result in delayed review time and additional plancheck fees.
All drawings and supporting documents shall be prepared, stamped, and signed by a California licensed architect or registered professional engineer. (CRC R301.1.3, CBC 107.1 and 107.3.4.1).
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.
- Fire Department approval on the corrected/final set 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).
-Proof of Worker's Compensation Insurance shall be required at the time of permit issuance.
- School District Compliance Certificate; and 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 the work.
-Grading Permit. Application is made through the Building Safety Division (647-5800) and the
plan review is by the Public Works Agency (647-5039).
In addition to other fees, a "Park Acquisition and Development Fee" in the amount shownbelow
shall be required pursuant to a resolution of the City Council for the Recreation andCommunity
Services Agency; net addition of ________ bedroom(s).Amount of $4,922.71; net addition of 3 bedrooms
Provide a fully dimensioned Site Plan on the drawings and on a separate 8-1/2" x 11" sheet of paper.
New one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses shall have an automatic fire sprinkler system installed in accordance with CRC Section R313.3 or NFPA 13D. Contact the Santa Ana Fire Department for fire sprinkler permit requirements (714) 647-5839. (CRC R313)
Provide building information on plans:
- Occupancy type: R3 / U
- Fire sprinklered: Yes / No
List all deferred submittals on cover sheet, include truss drawings, (CRC R106.3.3)
Provide design criteria from soils report on the drawings.
Provide and show on the plans, house street number visible and legible from street. (Minimum 4”High x 1” Wide) CRC R319Show all property lines of record on Site Plan. Buildings shall not be constructed over any property line.
Show the North arrow on the plans and centerline of labeled street(s) and alley.
Provide existing and proposed contours/spot elevations to indicate general site slope and drainage pattern. (CBC 107)
Lots shall be graded to drain surface water away from foundation walls. The grade shall fall a minimum of 6 inches within the first 10 feet. (CRC R401.3)Basements, habitable attics, and every sleeping room in dwelling units must have a window or exterior door for an emergency exit, sill height not more than 44 inches above the floor, 5.7 square feet of openable area, 24 inches clear opening height, 20 inches clear opening width and shall open directly into a public street, alley, yard, or exit court. Windows ______ do not comply. (CRC R310.1-R310.1.3) Provide minimum class B roofing material.Window in bathroom # 2 shall be tempered.Show 30-inch clear width for water closet compartments and 24-inch clearance in front of a water closet. Carbon monoxide alarms combined with smoke alarms shall comply with both sections R314 and section R315, all applicable standards, and requirements for listing and approval by the Office of the State Fire Marshal, for smoke alarms.All new construction, interior or exterior alterations, repairs, or additions requiring a permit and having a valuation in excess of $1,000, or when one or more sleeping rooms are added or created, the entire dwelling shall be provided with smoke detectors located as required for a new dwelling. (CRC R314.3) Smoke alarms shall be installed in the following locations:
- In each sleeping room.
- Outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms.
- On each additional story of the dwelling, including basements and habitable attics but not
including crawl spaces and uninhabitable attics. In dwellings or dwelling units with split
levels and without an intervening door between the adjacent levels, a smoke alarm
installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent lower level provided that the lower
level is less than one full story below the upper level.
- When more than one smoke alarm is required to be installed within an individual dwelling
unit the alarm devices shall be interconnected in such a manner that the actuation of one
alarm will activate all of the alarms in the individual unit.All new construction, Interior or exterior alterations, repairs, or additions requiring a permit and having a valuation in excess of $1,000,, an approved carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed in dwelling units and in sleeping units within which fuel-burning appliances are installed and in dwelling units that have attached garages shall be provided with carbon monoxide alarms (CRC R315)
- Carbon monoxide alarms shall only be required in the specific dwelling unit or sleeping unit for
which the permit was obtained. Carbon monoxide alarms required by Sections R315.1 and
R315.2 shall be installed in the following locations: ________.
- Outside of each separate dwelling unit sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedroom(s).
- On every level of a dwelling unit including basements.
- Where more than one carbon monoxide alarm is required to be installed within the dwelling unit or
within a sleeping unit the alarm shall be interconnected in a manner that activation of one alarm
shall activate all of the alarms in the individual unit.
Exception:
Interconnection is not required in existing dwelling units where repairs do not result in the removal of wall and ceiling finishes, there is no access by means of attic, basement or crawl space, and no previous method for interconnection existed.Shower compartments and walls above bathtubs with shower heads installed shall be finished with a smooth, nonabsorbent surface to a height of not less than 72” above the floor. (CRC R307.2)Access shall be provided to all under-floor spaces. The floor access shall be a minimum 18” by 24” and openings through a perimeter wall shall be not less than 16” by 24”. (CRC R408.4) Bathrooms, laundry rooms, water closet compartments and similar rooms shall be mechanically ventilated in accordance with the CMC.Glazing in swinging, sliding, and bifold doors 9 square feet or less shall be a minimum category classification of I (CPSC 16 CFR 1201) and II (CPSC 16 CFR 1201) when more than 9 square feet or sliding. (Table R308.3.1 (1), R308.3 (1)) (Sliding doors)Provide a section of stairway showing a maximum rise of 7.75 inches and a minimum run width of 10 inches for straight stairways. The maximum difference between the stair risers and treads shall not be greater than 3/8”. (CRC R311.7.4) The total net free ventilating area shall not be less than 1/150or 1/300 when a Class I or II vapor barrier is installed on the warm-in-winter side of the ceiling. (CRC R806.2)
On the drawings, provide Nailing Schedule in conformance with CRC Table R602.3(1).
Add note on foundation plan: All hold downs must be tied in place prior to foundation inspection.
CBC Section 1803.6 Reports. The soil classification and design load-bearing capacity shall be shown on the construction document. Where required by the building official, a written report of the investigation shall be submitted that includes, but need not be limited to, the following information:
- Pile and pier foundation information in accordance with Section 1810.
- Special design and construction provisions for footings or foundations founded on expansive
soils,as necessary.
- Compacted fill material properties and testing in accordance with Section 1804.5.
The geotechnical report requires foundation excavations to be reviewed by a geotechnical engineer. Note on the foundation plan "Prior to requesting a Building Safety Division foundation inspection, the geotechnical engineer shall inspect and approve the foundation excavations." (1803)
Have the consulting geotechnical engineer review and approve the foundation plans. (1803)Note on the Foundation Plan(s): “Prior to calling for Foundation Inspection, the building corners shall be surveyed and staked by a California licensed Land Surveyor or qualified Civil Engineer. The survey and staking must be documented and bear the stamp and signature of the person responsible for the survey and staking. The certification document must be submitted to the Building Inspector at the time of Foundation Inspection.”
Specify that foundation sills shall be pressure-treated or foundation grade Redwood. (2304.11.2.2)
Show location of underfloor access crawl hole (18 x 24 inches). (CRC R408.4)
Revise structural calculations to show compliance with AF&PA SDPWS T4.3.4 for shear wall ratio of 2:1. For design to resist seismic forces, shear wall height-width ratios greater than 2:1, but not exceeding 3½:1, are permitted provided the allowable shear values in T4.3.4 are multiplied by 2bs/h.
Sill plates supporting shear walls with lateral loads greater than 350 pounds/foot require a 3-inch nominal or greater member. (T2306.3, Footnote i)
Clearly identify all design assumptions & load criteria on the plans. As a minimum:
- Dead Loads of roof/ceiling, floors, exterior/interior walls (R301.2.2.2.1);
- Live Loads for roof, attics with limited storage, attics without storage, habitable attics and attics
served with fixed stairs, floors, and balconies/decks, and stairs per Tables R301.5 & R301.6;
- Wind Loads per Section R301.2.1and wind exposures per Section R301.2.1.5;
- Seismic Loads per Section R301.2.2;
- Local Jurisdiction Design Criteria per Table R301.2(1)
Provide manufactured roof truss profiles, layout plan and calculations from truss manufacturer.
Indicate on the plans the design dead and live load for which the trusses are to be designed. The weight and location of all mechanical equipment shall be indicated on the roof framing plans. Drag loads of drag trusses shall be indicated on plans. Note on the plans "Trusses are a deferred submittal item. Truss plans and calculations shall be submitted to the engineer of record for review and to the building department for approval. The engineer of record shall indicate that the design has been reviewed before submitting to the building department. The truss design shall be approved by the building department before the trusses are installed."
Detail connection of the top of interior non-bearing walls to manufactured trusses.
Provide a 1/2" min deflection space or the deflection specified by the truss design engineer.
Show blocking at ends of rafters and trusses at exterior walls, at supports of floor joists and at the ridge line of truss roofs. CRC R802.8
Minimum width of braced wall is 2'-8" for 9' or less high panel, or 2'-10" for 10' panel with 1,800 lbs capacity holdown for 1 story building or 3,000 lbs capacity holdown for first story of two-story buildings. CRC Table R602.10.3.2
The soils report requires foundation excavations to be reviewed by soils engineer. Note on the foundation plan "Prior to requesting a Building Department foundation inspection, the soils engineer shall inspect and approve the foundation excavations".
Identify numbers on foundation plan.
Show thickness of the continuous footing on the drawings.
Show Girder size on the drawings.
Provide shear wall at the front of the garage.
Provide anchor bolt spacing on the shear wall schedule.
The end of wood girders entering exterior masonry or concrete walls shall be protected with a 1/2" air space or provide pressure treated lumber. CBC 2304.11.2.5.
Note on the drawings, ventilation heating and air conditioning system shall have MERV 6 filters or better.
Provide continuous operating exhaust fan in the bathroom with required ventilation rate per Section 150-o, Table 4-7 of 2008 Residential Compliance Manual. Ventilation air must come directly from the outdoors and not from attic or crawl spaces.
Drawings show raised floor, please revise the energy calcs to show raised floor , not slab on grade.
Identify size of the water heater on energy calcs and drawings.
Show size of the A/C unit on the drawings.
Show insulation and radiant barrier on the full height cross section.
Identify each window with it’sShGC and U-factor.The construction documents shall provide sufficient clarify to indicate the location, nature, and scope of the proposed green building features. CGBC 102.2Plans shall indicate method of verification of compliance with all CALGreen requirements. Third party or other methods shall demonstrate satisfactory conformance with mandatory measures. Include City's Mandatory Measures Checklist copies onto plans.Storm Water Drainage and Retention. Submit storm water drainage plans for projects < 1 ac. Plans shall indicate how to manage storm water drainage during construction utilizing one or more of the following measures: 1. Use of retention basins of sufficient size to retain storm water on-site; 2. By filtering storm water with a barrier system, wattle, or other approved method when storm water is conveyed to a public drainage system, collection point, gutter, or similar disposal method; 3. By complying with a lawfully enacted storm water management Ordinance. CGBC 4.106.2 Surface drainage. Submit surface drainage plans to indicate how surface water shall not enter buildings. Examples of methods to manage surface water include: 1. Swales; 2. Water collection; 3. French Drains; 4. Water retention gardens; 5. Other water measures which keep surface water away from buildings and aid in groundwater recharge. CGBC 4106.3Provide documentation to indicate the project meets the requirements of State mandatory energy efficiency standards. CGBC 4201.1Illustrate that potable water use is reduced by at least 20 percent. CGBC 4303.1 Indicate the method of compliance, either prescriptive or performance. Note: Residential reduction not required until July 1, 2010.Provide "Baseline Water Use" document (WS-l)Provide 20% Reduction Water Use document (WS-2)Both WS-l and WS-2 shall be submitted as part of the plan check approval process.Indicate on plans method of showing field verification either by installer or third party.Plumbing fixtures and fittings shall meet the standards referenced in CGBC Table 4.303.3. CGBC 4303.3Sec. 4.304 Irrigation controllers shall meet the requirements of CGBC 4.304.1.
- Indicate on the plans the type of controllers and the location.
- Note: Field verify controller installation when the controllers are installed by the contractor at time
of building final.Seal openings in the building envelope in compliance with the California Energy Code (CEC). Annular spaces around pipes, electric cables, conduits or other openings in plates at exterior walls shall be protected by closing such openings with cement mortar, concrete masonry, or a similar method acceptable to the enforcing agency. CGBC 4.406.1Indicate on the plans that a construction waste management plan and documentation demonstrating compliance with the plan shall be submitted that:
- Identifies the materials to be diverted from disposal by recycling, reuse on the project or salvage
for future use or sale.
- Specifies if materials will be sorted on-site or mixed for transportation to a diversion facility.
- Identifies the diversion facility where the material collection will be taken.
- Identifies construction methods employed to reduce the amount of waste generated.
- Specifies that the amount of materials diverted shall be calculated by weight or volume, but not by
both. CGBC 4.408.2, 4.408.2.1All duct openings and other air distribution component openings shall be protected during storage on the construction site until final start-up with tape, plastic, sheet metal, or other acceptable methods to reduce the amount of dust and debris which may collect in the system. CGBC 4.504.1Finish materials shall comply with COBC 4.504.2. Adhesives, adhesive bonding primers, adhesive primers, sealants, sealant primers, and caulks shall comply with local or regional air pollution control or air quality management district rules where applicable, or meet the requirement of SCAQMD Rule 1168 VOC limits and prohibition on the use of certain toxic chemicals, except per subsection 2. COBC 4.504.2.1, subsection 1Note on the plans that aerosol adhesives, smaller unit sizes of adhesives, and sealant or caulking compounds (in units of product, less packing, which do not weigh more than 1 pound and do not consist of more than 16 fluid ounces shall comply with statewide VOC standards and other requirements, including prohibitions on the use of certain toxic compounds, of CCR, Title 17, commencing with Section 94507. 4 CGBC.504.2.1, subsection 2Verification of compliance with finish materials shall be provided at the request of the enforcing agency. Documents may include, but not limited to the following:
- Manufacturer's product specification.
- Field verification of on-site product containers.
- Other methods approved by the local jurisdiction.Carpets shall meet one of the following: 1. Carpet and Rug Institute's Green label plus program, 2. California Department of Public Health Standard Practice for the testing of VOCs (Specification 01350), 3. NSF/ANSI 140 at the Gold Level. 4. Scientific Certifications Systems Indoor AdvantageTM Gold. CGBC 4.504.3Carpet cushion shall meet the requirements of the Carpet and Rug Institute Green Label Program, carpet adhesive shall meet the requirements of CGBC Table 4.504.1. CGBC 4.504.3.1,4.504.3.2Hardwood plywood, particleboard, and medium density fiberboard composite wood products shall meet the requirements for Formaldehyde Limits in CGBC Table 4.504.5.Note on the plans that documentation shall be provided to indicate compliance with CGBC 4.504 and shall include at least one of the following: Product certifications and specifications, chain of custody certifications, or other methods acceptable to the enforcing agency. CGBC 4.504.5.1Add a note to plans the building materials with visible signs of water damage shall not be installed. CGBC 4.505.3Moisture content of Building Materials, and verification, shall meet the requirements of CGBC 4.505.3.Bathroom exhaust fans shall be ENERGY STAR compliant, ducted to terminate outside the building, and controlled by a humidistat capable of being adjusted between the relative humidity range of 50 to 80 percent. CGBC 4.506Covers for whole house exhaust fans shall have a minimum insulation value of R-4.2 and close when the fan is off. CGBC 4.507.1
Heating and air-conditioning system design shall be sized, designed and have their equipment selected using the following methods: CGBC 4.507.2
- Heat loss and heat gain is established according to ACCA Manual J, ASHRAE handbooks or
other equivalent design software or methods.
- Duct systems are sized according to ACCA 29-D Manual D, ASHRAE handbooks or other
equivalent design software or methods.
- Select heating and cooling equipment according to ACCA 36-S Manual S or other equivalent
design software or methods.
Specify that inspections are required for certification of all CALGreen features in the plans and listed on Mandatory Measures Lists. Submit the name and qualifications of the person or persons anticipated to perform the inspections.
- The following credentials are required _______________________
- An oral and written exam is required to obtain the special inspection credential
Submit the following forms/worksheets:
- WS-1, Baseline Water Use
- WS-2, 20 Percent Reduction Water Use
- Construction Waste Management Plan
- Construction Waste Management Worksheet
- Construction Waste Management AcknowledgmentProvide anchorage details for FAU units. (CMC 303.4) Revise plans to indicate how separate combustion air is provided for FAU located in attic. (CMC 701.3) The maximum length of a dryer vent is 14 feet with two bends. Two feet shall be decreased for each bend more than two, unless approved by the Building Official. (CMC 504.3.2.2) Note on the plans: "An approved backwater valve is required for drainage piping serving fixtures located below the elevation of the next upstream manhole cover. Fixtures above such elevation shall not discharge through the backwater valve. Clean outs for drains that pass through a back water valve shall be clearly identified with a permanent label stating “backwater valve downstream." (CPC 710.1) All hose bibs must be protected by an anti siphon device. (CPC 603.1)