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HomeMy WebLinkAbout168928_1_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: 1. PROJECT APPLICANT CONTACT PERSON: 2. 3. TEL: FAX: VALUATION: EMAIL: FLOOD ZONE: 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. 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. - Public Works Agency approval (647-5039). - Proof of Worker's Compensation Insurance shall be required at the time of permit issuance. Provide building information on plans: - Occupancy type: R3 / U - Construction type: Type V – B - Fire sprinklered: Yes / NoPleasenote on the drawings, the proposed use of recreation room and it is not open to public as discussed on the phone conversation. (R-3 occupancy only). When there has been a change in use or occupancy classifications, drawings shall show compliance with the CBC requirements for the new classifications. Reference CBC Section 3406.Indicate distance from existing residence exterior walls to property lines and between buildings. 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: 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.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) 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.Provide details of the deck/balcony and specify method of waterproofing. List ICC approval number for decking material. Show two percent minimum slope. (CRC R905.10.1)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)Minimum window area shall be 8 % of the floor area and 50 % openable at each room. (CRC R303.1) Net window opening for ventilation at each room shall be a minimum of 4 % of the floor area. (CRC R303.1) Every dwelling unit shall have at least one swinging exit door, minimum clear height of 6’-6”, and minimum clear width of 32”. (CRC 311.2) Revise plans to indicate that a landing, with a width not less than the width of door and length in the direction of travel of not less than 36 inches, will be provided on each side of doors. The elevation of landing shall not exceed 1 ½ inch difference than the threshold of the doorway (7 3/4 inch if door does not swing over the landing or steps) in each direction. (CRC R311.3.1) Garages beneath habitable rooms shall be separated from all habitable rooms above by not less than a 5/8-in type X gypsum board. (CRC R302.6) 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 (CBC 107.1): -All plumbing walls are to be framed with a minimum of 6" studs. - Double walls used as plumbing walls are to be a minimum of 8" wide and no "flat" studs permitted. Staggered studs are acceptable. - 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) - Header and trimmer details for doors and windows are to be shown with full length trimmers, specifying the size of the header and trimmer. (2308.10.4.3) 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) The residence shall conform to the State Energy Conservation Standards. Submit forms and calculations for review and blueprint the final forms on the plans. - The energy plan check consultant must also complete the attached “Energy Conservation Plan Check Consultant Qualification Statement”. - Please refer to attached Residential Lighting Design Guide and revise drawings to show compliance.Provide a complete full-height section and details of stairway showing: (CRC R311.7) -Maximum rise of 7¾ inches and minimum run (tread) of 10 inches. - Framing (stringer, landing, etc.) size, bracing, connections, footings. - Stairways positively anchored to the primary structure without using toe nails or nails subject to withdrawal. Stairways within dwelling units and exterior stairways serving a dwelling unit shall have an illumination level of not less than 1 foot-candle measured at the center of the treads and landings. (CRC R303.6)The top of handrails shall be placed not less than 34 inches nor more than 38 inches above the nosing of the treads. A clear space of 1-1/2 inches is required between the handrail and the wall.Whereguards are used as handrails at the sides of stairs they shall have a height between 34-38 inches. (CRC R312.2.7) Handrails shall be continuous except at a turn they are permitted to be interrupted by a newel post and have a minimum clear distance between the wall and handrail grip of 1 ½ inches. (CRC R311.7.7.2) Provide a 42 inch high guardrail at balconies, landings and decks located more than 30” vertically to the floor or grade below. (CRC R312.1 & R312.2) Provide detail of the guard showing that a 4” diameter sphere may not pass through any opening in the guard. (CRC R312.3) Where guards are used as handrails, provide a detail of the guard (including a handrail on open sides of the stairway) showing that a 4 3/4” diameter sphere may not pass through the open space between intermediate rails and pickets. The open space between the riser tread and bottom rail of the guard shall not allow a 6-inch diameter sphere to pass through. (CRC R312.3) Provide dimensioned details of handrail grips showing a minimum edges radius of 0.01 inch and shall have a one of the following: -Circular cross sectional diameter shall be between 1 ¼” and 2”. Non-circular handrails shall have a perimeter dimension between 4 and 6 ¼ inches with a maximum cross section of dimension of 2 ¼ inches. (CRC R311.7.7.3 (1)) - Handrails with a perimeter dimension > 6 ¼ inches shall have a graspable finger on both sides of the profile between 1 1/4” to 2 ¾” beginning within ¾” from the top of the profile and achieve a minimum 5/16” depth within 7/8” below the widest profile point and shall continue a minimum 3/8” to a level not less than 1¾” below the tallest portion of the profile. (CRC R311.7.7.3 (2)) For sloped ceilings at least 50% of the required floor area (70 sq feet) of the room must have a ceiling height of at least 7’ and no portion of the required floor area may have a ceiling height of less than 5’. (CRC R305.1 Exception (1)) Bathroom shall have a minimum ceiling height of 6’8” at the center of the front clearance area for fixtures. (CRC 305.1 Exception (2) Fireblockingis required in concealed spaces 10’ o.c. horizontal, vertically at the ceiling and floor levels, connections between horizontal and vertical spaces, concealed spaces between stair and landing, openings around vents, pipes, ducts, cables, wires, chimneys and fireplaces. (CRC R302.11) Show location of skylight on the roof plan. Skylights shall comply with CBC Sections 2405 and 2610. Note on the drawing the ICC Research Report number and installation requirements for skylights using plastic materials. Plastic skylights shall not be installed within that portion of a roof located within a distance to property line or public way where openings in exterior walls are prohibited or required to be protected, whichever is most restrictive. Refer to the noted code sections for other important requirements/restrictions. Note on the drawings, and submit a copy of ICC Research Report for: skylight.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. Revise structural calculations and drawings for minimum foundation/footing design requirements for small projects In lieu of soils investigation report per Sections 1802.2.6 and 1802.2.7 of the 2010 California Building Code and City of Santa Ana internal policy. - Allowable foundation pressure not to exceed 1000 PSF. - Footing to have minimum reinforcement of: 2 #4 at top and 2 #4 at bottom. On the drawings, provide Nailing Schedule in conformance with CRC Table R602.3(1).Incorporate the results of structural calculations for following items (Stair and Balcony Design):-Stairway(s). - Handrail(s)/Guard(s). - Guard(s).Show 1” separation for post/columns where post cannot be in contact with concrete as part of Balcony design.