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HomeMy WebLinkAbout187756_3_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: 10179322 PROJECT ADDRESS: 1230 W Santa Ana Blvd PLAN CHECK ENGINEER: Mazarji, ZacTEL:714 647-5831FAX:714 647-5897 TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION: V B OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION(S): R-3 PLAN CHECK DATES: REMARKS/RECHECK ITEMS: APPLICATION 7/25/2013 INITIAL REVIEW 9/10/2013 EXPIRATION 1/21/2014 RECHECKS: 1. PROJECT APPLICANT CONTACT PERSON: 2. David Kalili 3. TEL: (949)678-1134 FAX: VALUATION: $263,000.00 EMAIL: dkalili@hotmail.com FLOOD ZONE: X-0602320257J 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.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 5998.43 bedroom(s).Amount of $5,998.43; net addition of 5bedrooms. Revise drawings to show that scope of work is limited to R-3 and U occupancy only. Remove notes and details to show for clarification. 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. (CRC R313) Provide (Fence) protection in accordance with CBC Section 3306 at start of construction. Provide a note on the drawings. 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.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. - 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.(Clarify location of new FAU on the drawings) 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) Show location on roof framing plan. ARCHITECTURAL 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 Code 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)Glass enclosure doors and panels must be labeled Category II. Swing door outward. Net area of shower receptor shall be not less than 1,024 sq. in. of floor area, and encompass 30-inch diameter circle. (CPC411.7) 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) Show attic ventilation type, size, and location. The required ventilation area ratio is 1/150 of attic area or 1/300 of attic area, with required vapor retarder, if at least half of the vent area is provided by ventilators located more than 3 feet above eave vents providing the remaining portion of the vent area. Openings shall have ¼ inch corrosion resistant metal mesh covering. (1203.2)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) Drawings 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) (Clarify location on the drawings) 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.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 spaces between the risers tread and bottom rail of the guard shall not allow a 6-inch diameter sphere to pass through. (CRC R312.3) 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)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 ICC approval number and weight per square foot for roof coverings. (CRC R905.3.4 and R905.3.5) 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) STRUCTURAL Provide a minimum of two No. 4 bars at top and at bottom of continuous footing. Wet signature and stamp is required for two copies of geotechnical report. 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)Show a concrete encased electrode (UFER ground) on the foundation plan, sized in accordance with Article 250.52A (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.Please refer to attached high efficacy lighting handout and revise drawings to show compliance with 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. 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 MECHANICALShow location of FAU on the drawings and provide anchorage details for FAU units. (CMC 303.4) Provide combustion air for a water heater and/or an FAU located within 12 inches of top and bottom of the compartment. (CMC 701.10(4&6) & 701.3) Provide a 3-inch clearance on all sides, back and top and 6 inches in front of the furnace and water heater. (CMC 904.2) Enclosures housing an FAU or water heater cannot open into bedrooms, closets, or bathrooms unless enclosed in a fire rated enclosure. (CMC 904.1) 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) Revise plans to indicate how separate combustion air is provided for FAU located in attic. (CMC 701.3) Show exhaust hood and exhaust vent above cooking appliances at the kitchen. (CMC 504.2) Show how the dryer will be vented to the outside air. (CMC 504.3) 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) A dryer compartment shall be provided with a minimum opening of 100 square inches for makeup air in the door or by other approved means. (CMC 504.3.2) PLUMBINGMinimum slope of sewer line and drainage piping is 2%. (CPC 708) Water heater enclosures cannot open into bedrooms, closets, or bathrooms. (CPC 505.1) All hose bibs must be protected by an anti siphon device. (CPC 603.1) Bathtubs and whirlpool baths shall be provided with a trap door or access within 20 feet of the pump. (CPC 414.1) ELECTRICALSpecify that Ground Circuit Interrupter (GFI) outlets shall be provided in bathrooms, garages, basements, crawl spaces, outside, and at all kitchen counters and islands. (CEC 210.8(A)) Provide receptacles within 2 feet of kitchen sink and at 4 feet on-center at counters (12” or more in width) and islands. (CEC 210.52(C)) At least one outlet to be installed at the front and rear of each dwelling unit. (CEC 210.52(E)) Hallways longer than 10 feet are required to have at least one receptacle outlet. (CEC 210.52(H)) Provide an exterior light at all exterior doors switched by the door. (CEC 210.70(A)) Family dwelling guidelines: - Electronic ballasts if 13 watts or more. - Recessed cans in insulated ceilings “IC” type & certified airtight. - Switch all high-efficacy lights separately from low-efficacy lights. - All lights shall be high efficacy (15 watts or less provide 40 lumen per watt, 15-40 watts provide 50 lumens per watt, and over 40 watts provide 60 lumens per watt) unless: - In kitchens up to 50% of hardwired watts may be low-efficacy. - In bathrooms, garages, laundry & utility rooms have a manual switch for ON and a vacancy- sensor for OFF. - All other rooms (halls, stairs, dining, bedrooms) have a manual switch for ON and a vacancy- sensor for OFF OR have electric dimmer switches. - Outdoor building lights have a motion sensor ON and photo-cell sensor OFF. Any fixed appliance such as disposal, dishwasher, clothes washer, dryer, built-in heaters, or any other fixed appliance with 1/4 H.P. motor or larger, shall be on a separate #12 AWG wire branch circuit. Each dwelling unit shall have installed therein an individual disposal circuit supplied with minimum #12 AWG wire and a 15 AMP indicating-type switch. (CEC 210.23 & 220) Show location of bonding wire to metal water supply system, or ground rods. (CEC 250.52A (1) & (5))