HomeMy WebLinkAbout187720_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:
10179312
PROJECT ADDRESS:
2209 W Huckleberry Rd
PLAN CHECK ENGINEER:
Mazarji, ZacTEL:714
647-5831FAX:714
647-5897
TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION:
V B, SPK
OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION(S):
R-3, U
PLAN CHECK DATES:
REMARKS/RECHECK ITEMS:
APPLICATION
7/24/2013
INITIAL REVIEW
7/24/2013
EXPIRATION
1/20/2014
RECHECKS:
1.
PROJECT APPLICANT CONTACT PERSON:
2.
Hans Christopher Hansen
3.
TEL:
(714)573-0073
FAX:
(714)573-0688
VALUATION: $300,000.00
EMAIL:
hchansen@msn.com
FLOOD ZONE: X-0602320144J
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. A separate sheet for response may be used.Resubmit 3 corrected sets of plans.(when needed) Meetings between the project applicant/designer and the plan reviewer shall be by appointment only.
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.
ADMINSTRATION
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.
- 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.
Provide a fully dimensioned Site Plan on the drawings and on a separate 8-1/2" x 11" sheet of paper.
Provide building information on plans that fire sprinklered to be installed under separate permit and OCFA approval is required. 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)
(FYI) 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 (647-5039).
The project owner/developer shall designate a contact person who has the authority to act on behalf of the owner to coordinate and provide consistency for all of the plans required for the project including landscaping, grading, pedestrian protection, architecture, structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing. On the drawings note the contact person's name, position, address and telephone number. (CBC 107.1 and 107.3.4.1)Show the complete legal description and assessor's parcel number on the plans.
List all deferred submittal on the drawings including fire sprinklered system and outdoor patio. For deferred submittals are defined as those portions of the design that are not submitted at the time of the application and that are to be submitted to the building department under a separate permit. Section 106.3.4.2 of CBC.
ARCHITECTURAL
Complete job description by adding a note on the architectural and structural to clarify that existing slab and foundation to remain.
Provide a statement on the title sheet of the plans that this project shall comply with following codes:
- 2010 California Residential Code (CRC)
- 2010 California Building Code (CBC)
- 2010 California Electrical Code (CEC)
- 2010 California Mechanical Code (CMC)
- 2010 California Plumbing Code (CPC)
- 2010 California Green Building Standards Code (CGBS) or CALGreen
- 2010 California Energy Code (CEnC)
- City of Santa Ana Municipal CodeShow and labelall property lines of record on Site Plan. Buildings shall not be constructed over any property line.Projections of dwelling units and accessory buildings with an automatic residential fire sprinkler protection are not permitted less than 2 feet to the property line and are required to be 1 hour fire rated on the underside with a fire separation distance between 2 feet and 3 feet. (CRC Table R302.1 (2)) Provide dimensions on the drawings.
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)(Specify slider windows on the drawings) 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. (CRC R310.1-R310.1.3). Also Provide window and door schedule. CAUTION: Using minimum clear openable height with the clear openable width will yield only 3.3 square feet and not the minimum 5.7 square feet required. Be especially careful with double-hung windows. Also, when the emergency escape window is below ground level refer to CRC Section R310.2 for additional requirements. 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)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) Bathroom or service room minimum window areas shall not be less than 3 square feet and 50% openable or, provide a mechanical ventilation system exhausted to the outside capable of providing 50 cubic feet per minute for intermittent ventilation 25 cubic feet per minute for continuous ventilation. (CRC R303.3) 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. Show compliance on the drawings. (CRC R311.3.1) (When applicable) Provide details of the fireplace, indicate chimney lining, reinforcing, ties to building, etc. (CRC R1003 & R1001). Provide 2 inch minimum (1 inch for exterior chimneys) clear air space between chimney and wood construction from the front faces and sides and 4 inch from the back face. (CRC R1001.11) Provide anchoring detail or masonry heart to foundation. (CRC 1002.4) and provide foundation plan for fireplace.Provide Seismic reinforcing for section (CRC R1003)Provide foundation for fireplace chimney and Call out make, model and ICC, UL or third party approval number for the prefabricated metal fireplace and chimney. (CRC R1004.1 & R1005.1) Provide a complete full-height section and details of stairway showing: (CRC R311.7)
- Minimum width of 36 inches.
- Minimum headroom of 6 feet 8 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)Exterior stairways serving a dwelling unit shall have an artificial light source located in the immediate vicinity of the top landing of the stairway. (CRC R303.6)Specify ICC approval number and weight per square foot for tile and special roof coverings. (CRC R905.3.4 and R905.3.5) Provide cross ventilation for attic and each enclosed rafter space as specified in CRC Section R806. Callout attic vent locations, sizes and types on plans. Provide attic ventilation calculation to show minimum ventilation is provided. (CRC R806.2)The total net free ventilating area shall not be less than 1/150 or 1/300 when a Class I or II vapor barrier is installed on the warm-in-winter side of the ceiling. (CRC R806.2) The total net free ventilating area shall not be less than 1/300 when at least 50% and not more than 80% of the required ventilating area is provided by ventilators located in the upper portion of the space to be ventilated at least 3 feet above the eave or cornice vents with the balance of the required ventilation provided by eave or cornice vents. Show high/low vent locations on plans. (CRC R806.2)Draftstops shall be provided in any concealed space where there is usable space both above and below the concealed space. The concealed space shall not exceed 1,000 square feet. (CRC R302.12) 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) All wood framing members that rest on concrete or masonry exterior foundation walls and are less than 8” to the exposed ground shall be pressure treated or naturally durable to decay. (CRC R317.1 (2)) STRUCTURAL
Please refer to red marks on the drawings for additional comments and provide dimensions and cross reference on structural drawings to match page L-7 and L-3 of calculations and shear walls location.
Add note on foundation plan: All hold downs must be tied in place prior to foundation inspection.
3”x3”x.229” steel plate washers are required on all anchor bolts in a braced wall line. (CRC R403.1.6.1) Please clarify how the existing foundation to meet this requirement.Provide diaphragm chord connection details addressing both tension and compression loading.Submit a letter from engineer for justification of existing foundation and slab for following items;Submit two (2) copies of a geotechnical report for the subject project in accordance with CBC Section 1802. The geotechnical engineer shall include in said report applicable items noted under CBC Section 1803.6.
In lieu of soils investigation report per Sections 1803.6 of the 2010 California Building Code, revise structural calculations for minimum foundation/footing design per City of Santa Ana internal policy as follows:
- Allowable foundation pressure not to exceed 1000 PSF.
- Footing to have minimum reinforcement of: 2 #4 at top and 2 #4 at bottom.
- The minimum depth of footings below undisturbed ground surface to be 12 inches.
- Minimum width and thickness of the footing shall comply with Table 1809.7 of the 2010 CBC.
(Provide as built drawings or verify size of existing footing/foundation) Foundation sections 12/15/18 inches wide, 6/6/8 inches thick and a minimum 12-inch depth below natural ground surface or certified fill grade are required. Wood framing members, including wood sheathing, that rest on exterior foundation walls and are less than 8 inches from exposed earth, shall be of naturally durable or preservative-treated wood. (T1809.7, 1809.7, and 2304.11.2.2)
Provide complete detail how the interior shear walls are connected to the roof/floor diaphragm(s). (1603) See red marks on drawings.
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)
ENERGY CONSERVATION (2008 California Energy Standards Code)
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. Indicate all compliance measures from the energy compliance documentation on the plans. (i.e., Insulation for sections, U-factors SHGC). Revise door and window schedule or floor plans to show compliance. (T24-1-10.111)Show how the dryer will be vented to the outside air. (CMC 504.3)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 equipment data on the drawings. Incorporate results from T-24 energy calculations.
GREEN BUILDING CODE
Please visit the following web site for more information and sample of CalGreen items to be shown drawings. Also refer to attached handouts for additional comments.
http://www.anaheim.net/articlenew2222.asp?id=4349
http://www.anaheim.net/departmentfolders/planning/Building/Forms/CALGreen/GreenBldgResMandatoryMeasuresPLANSIZEDDble020411.pdfPlans 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.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 4106.3Illustrate 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 4303.3Reduce construction waste by recycling or salvaging for re-use a minimum of 50 percent of the nonhazardous construction and demolition debris, or meet the local construction and demolition waste management ordinance, whichever is more stringent. CGBC 4.408.1kfj Gas fireplaces to be direct-vent sealed-combustion type. Woodstoves or pellet stoves shall comply with U.S. EPA Phase II emission limits. CGBC 4.503.1 Note: reference SCAQMD Rule 445.Finish 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 2VOC Content Limits for Architectural Coatings (Architectural Paints) shall comply with CGBC Table 4.504.3.Aerosol paints and coatings shall meet the requirements of Sections 94522(a) (3), 94522(c)(2), and (d)(2) of California Code of Regulations, Title 17 commencing with Section 94520. CGBC 4.504.2.3Verification 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 4.504.3.1,4.504.3.2For resilient flooring, at least 50 percent of the floor area shall comply with VOC emission limits defined in the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) Low-emitting Materials List or certified under the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) FloorScore program. CGBC 4.504.4Hardwood plywood, particleboard, and medium density fiberboard composite wood products shall meet the requirements for Formaldehyde Limits in CGBC Table 4.504.5.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 4.506