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HomeMy WebLinkAbout172354_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: 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.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. 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. Provide and show on the plans, house street number visible and legible from street. (Minimum 4”High x 1” Wide) CRC R319 Provide eave / overhang / projection setback to all property lines. 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)Show location of heating equipment on the plans. (CRC R303.8)Indicate detail and section references as to their appropriate location on plan views. (106.3 and 107)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,, 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) - 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.For an FAU located in the attic provide a minimum access of 22 x 30 inches, a 24-inch wide walkway, a 30-inch deep work platform, and electric light outlet adjacent to the furnace and switched by the opening. (CMC 904.11 & 305)For each enclosed attic space with a maximum vertical height greater than 30 inches, provide a minimum of 22 x 30 inches attic access. (CRC R807.1) Interior spaces intended for human occupancy shall be provided with heating facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit at a point 3 feet above the floor and 2 feet from exterior walls in all habitable rooms. (CRC R303.8)Specify that bars, grilles or similar devices if placed over any sleeping room door or window shall be releasable and removable from the inside without the use of a key, tool, or any special knowledge or effort. (CRC R310.4) 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. Revise plans at doors as marked on plan to show compliance. (CRC R311.3.1) Specify that the maximum slope of any landing shall not exceed ¼ inch per foot. (CRC R311.3) Private garage shall be separated from the residence and its attic by a minimum ½ -in gypsum board applied to the garage side. Provide detail at eave vents to show a minimum 1” space between the insulation and bottom of the roof sheathing. (CRC R806.3) Submit an interior finish schedule (specify fasteners, fastener spacing, coating thickness, number of coats, etc) complying with the requirements of CRC R702. Show exterior wall construction assembly. A minimum of one layer of No. 15 asphalt felt, free from holes and breaks, complying with ASTM D 226 for Type 1 felt shall be applied over studs of all exterior walls. Specify that two layers of Grade D or 60 minute Grade D paper shall be applied over all wood base sheathing. (CRC R703.2) Specify a minimum 0.019” (No. 26 galvanized sheet gage) corrosion-resistant or plastic weep screed located below foundation plate line and 4 inches above grade on all exterior stud walls or 2-inches above paved areas. (CRC R703.6.2.1) Provide a minimum of two No. 4 bars at top and at bottom of continuous footing. Provide detail of post support with positive connections. (1203.3) 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) - All framed buildings which are required to be designed by an engineer or architect must be signed prior to submission into plan check - All stud bearing walls are required to comply with the minimum requirements for load bearing walls. Show location(s) and provide typical construction details. (2308.9) - Other methods may be used provided a satisfactory engineering and/or architectural design is submitted.Note on plans that “Field-cutting ends, notches and drilled holes of preservative-treated wood shall be treated in the field in accordance with AWPA M4”. (CRC R317-1.1) 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)Indicate mechanical equipment on plans, specify the make, model, capacities, and minimum efficiencies for both heating and cooling, and provide evidence of 2008 CESC certification. (2008 CESC 112 & 150(h)) For an FAU located in the attic provide a minimum access of 22 x 30 inches, a 24-inch wide walkway, a 30-inch deep work platform, and electric light outlet adjacent to the furnace and switched by the opening. (CMC 904.11 & 305) Show 22 x 30 inch clear access to the furnace. Provide a maximum of 20 feet from opening to furnace. (CMC 904) Show exhaust hood and exhaust vent above cooking appliances at the kitchen. (CMC 504.2) 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) Water heater enclosures cannot open into bedrooms, closets, or bathrooms. (CPC 505.1) Provide panel schedule and load calculations in accordance with CEC Article 220. At least one outlet to be installed at the front and rear of each dwelling unit. (CEC 210.52(E)) Please see additional corrections on plan and calculation. Additional correction may follow when revised plan resubmitted.