HomeMy WebLinkAbout191108_3_Corrections.docxTENANT IMPROVEMENT
PLAN CHECK COMMENTS
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:
10180356
PROJECT ADDRESS:
601 E Santa Ana Blvd Unit# A
PLAN CHECK ENGINEER:
Mazarji, ZacTEL:714
647-5831FAX:714
647-5897
TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION:
V B, SPK
OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION(S):
M, B, R3, U, Possible A2
PLAN CHECK DATES:
REMARKS/RECHECK ITEMS:
APPLICATION
12/31/2013
INITIAL REVIEW
1/9/2014
EXPIRATION
6/29/2014
RECHECKS:
1.
PROJECT APPLICANT CONTACT PERSON:
2.
Davin Gumm
3.
TEL:
(310)213-1976
FAX:
VALUATION:$250,000.00
EMAIL:
Coreholdingsllc@hotmail.com
FLOOD ZONE:X-0602320163J
APPLICABLE CODE: 2010CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE (CBC) WITH
CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDMENTS (Submittal date 12-31-2013)
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.Resubmit marked original.(When meeting is needed) Meetings between the project applicant/designer and the plan reviewer shall be by appointment only. Please call (714) 647-5831 for an appointment.This review does not include mechanical, plumbing, fire sprinkler system, or electrical work. Separate plans, applications, fees, plan checks, and permits are required for mechanical, plumbing, fire sprinkler systems, and electrical work. Call 647-5800 for information. Please remove electrical, mechanical and plumbing sheets.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 sets 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)
- County of Orange Health Department approval on the corrected/final set of drawings (667- 3600)
- 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.New outdoor containers and new toilet roomsare considered as new floor area.Indicate floor area of each for school fees verification.BUILDING
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 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 (714) 647-5039.
Clarify if 2nd floor of Building #3 is new use as R3 occupancy.(Change of occupancy from storage toresidence on 2nd floor)In addition to other fees, a "Park Acquisition and Development Fee" in the amount shown belowshall be required pursuant to a resolution of the City Council for the Recreation and Community Services Agency; net addition of 1 bedroom(s).Amount of $2,723.74; net addition of 1 bedroom.
(Change of occupancy from storage toresidence on 2nd floor)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)
Prior to the issuance of building permit(s), tract maps, parcel maps, lot line adjustments, public way abandonments, covenant, conditions and restrictions (CC&R's), etc., related to the subject project must be legally recorded with the County of Orange.Show the complete legal description and assessor's parcel number on the plans.
Provide a list of deferred submittals on the cover sheet. Deferred submittal includes those work that are identified on the drawings “work by others/owner”.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 within a specified period. Section 106.3.4.2 of CBC. Please note that there are total of 5 mixed residential and non-residential buildings (Code requirements are different for each occupancy) as shown on sheet A00.51, All architectural and structural drawings including details must be noted as if applies to which occupancy or to each building numberfor clarification. Please review drawings and add building number where needed. Please label building 4 and 5 (Ship containers) for clarification and detail referencing. Building address numbers shall be at least 4” high for single-family dwellings, 6” high for multi-family dwellings, and at least 10” high for commercial/non-residential buildings, in accordance with CBC Section 501.2 and the SAMCProvide completely dimensioned floor plan for ALL buildings to verify occupant load, path of travel distance and floor area justification.Note specific occupancy such as A2, B, M, S, etc. based on chapter 3 of CBC for each building including Ship containers to avoid costly change of occupancy permit in future.Note on the floor plan the use and occupancy load of each room and/or area. Relate each use to a CBC Table item based on CBC Section 1004 and Table 1004.1.1. Occupant load factor of 15 per person is required for dining area. Show vertical and horizontal occupancy separation between different (Building 1, containers, toilet rooms A-2,B/M and 1st and 2nd floor for R-3 and possible B occupancy for future use)occupancies based on Table 508.4 of CBC. Each fire rated assembly must be referenced to Table 7 of 2010 CBC. Provide detail of exiting wall and ceiling assembly and fire assemble selected in Table 7 of CBC to show how exiting fire assembly is in compliance. Show Horizontal occupancy separation between stories when applicable.
Area tabulation justifying floor area of building(s) as shown on sheet A00.51 is required. Provide site plan/floor plan to show location of interior or exterior property lines on the drawings. Show fire rating of walls with no opening when located on the property line and in compliance with Table 508.3 and Table 601, 602 and 704.8 of CBC. Show location of 30” fire rated parapet wall. Please refer to mark up set of drawings. Provide the following information on sheet A00.51, site plan; Identify buildings where heating / cooling to be provided. Ship containers require wall and ceiling insulation including efficiency of windows to meet Energy Standards.Show location of 4” curb and zero curb walkway areas around each building to establish required locations for truncated dome.Show location of accessible seating for each building and area. Refer to additional plan check comments for accessibility. Obtain public works approval for sidewalk area to be used for dining area.Show accessible toilet room signage for indoor and outdoor area to direct clients to toilet rooms. Provide details and indicate slope and cross for path of travel.Show scope of work for note number 14 to indicate the light to be at 80” clear height. Add a note to outdoor counter area to show accessible counter at 34” maximum height to a minimum of 36” length. Add a 4x4 post or larger member in front of accessible stall to maintain a minimum of 48” walkway in front of accessible counter and insure that walkway is maintained at 48” wide.Provide curb cut detail per City Standards or figure 11B 20B/C and show location of truncated dome. Provide threshold detail for ship container, toilet room and existing M occupancy buildings to insure accessible entry to each building.Folding door for ship containers may be a design change for energy standards and security. Compliance. Please check with your energy designer and City of Santa Ana Police plan check section. Show location of 30’ non-combustible facing for exterior wall where fire rating of exterior wall is required based on requirements of Table 508.
Specify finish floor elevation of first floor where steps are shown. (CBC 107.2.5)
Clarify all roofed and non-roofed areas on the site plan for floor area calculation and proposed building with ship containers. (Structural justification is required for design and justification including foundation and attachments). List all new and/or remodeled decks, balconies, covered porches, and patio covers. Structural calculation for design and justification is required.
Please note on the drawings to clarify use of 2nd floor for building # 3 as storage to be changed to residence.Free standing patio cover for residential building # 3 requires structural calculations for design and justification including floor Live Load design of 40 PSF. Also provide protection for existing 4x4 post located in the garage for impact load from car interring and exiting garage. Please clarify if there is any new roof equipment to be installed as part of this permit. Additional plan check comment to follow.Reference sheet A-011; indicate correct floor area of A-2 (indoor and outdoor area) and all other areas as B occupancy area on the drawings.Projections of dwelling units and accessory buildings without 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 5 feet. (CRC Table R302.1 (1)) Show existing stairways are in compliance with attached handout. Provide dimensioned stairway to insure compliance.Panic hardware shall comply with CBC Section 1008.1.9. Panic hardware shall be provided as required by CBC Section(s):
- An Occupancy with an occupant count > 50. Refer to CBC section 1008.1.8.3, Item 2 for Exception.
- By the Fire DepartmentPosting of occupant load. Every room or space that is assembly occupancy shall have the occupant load of the room or space posted in a conspicuous place, near the main exit or exit access doorway from the room or space. Posted signs shall be of an approved legible permanent design and shall be maintained by the owner or authorized agent. (Assembly occupancy)When new ceiling is proposed (to be clarified on the drawings) , Provide complete structural calculations and drawings for suspended ceiling systems showing compliance with CBC Sections 711.3.1, 803.9, 1613, and 1705 (special inspections) and ASTM C635 and ASTM C636. In lieu of providing structural calculations, Note ICC Research Report Number on the drawings for the suspended ceiling system. (ICC Report Number 1308) CBC Section 402.12, Security grilles and doors. Horizontal sliding or vertical security grilles or doors, which are part of a required means of egress, shall conform to the following:
- They must remain secured in the full open position during the period of occupancy by the general public.
- Doors or grilles shall not be brought to the closed position when there are more than 10 persons occupying
spaces served by a single exit or 50 persons occupying spaces served by more than one exit.
- The doors or grilles shall be openable from within without the use of any special knowledge or effort when the
space is occupied.
- When two or more exits are required, not more than one half of the exits may be equipped with horizontal
sliding or vertical rolling grilles or doors.
- Note on Drawings: Post a legible sign at security grill/door closing controls stating “Security grill/door shall
remain secured in the full open position during the period of occupancy by the general public.”Tactile exit signs shall be required at the following locations:
- Each grade-level exterior exit door shall be identified by a tactile exit with the word “EXIT.”
- For the purpose of Section 1011.3, the term “tactile exit signs” shall mean those required signs that comply withShow/note ventilation requirements on the plans in accordance with the CBC and California Mechanical Code (CMC) requirements for each type of use.
Note on drawings: - Provide mechanical ventilation for each area/room in accordance with the 2010 California Mechanical Code. Note on drawings: Show/note LIGHTING requirements on the plans in accordance with CBC and California Electrical Code requirements for each type of use.ACCESSIBILITYDrawings submitted to the Building Division for review shall provide the following information/drawings to insure compliance with CBC Section 1134B/Chapter 11B:
- An accessible entrance
- An accessible route to the altered area
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible telephone (if any)
- Accessible drinking fountains, and
- Parking, signage and alarmsAll dining, banquet, and bar facilities shall be made accessible to persons with disabilities as provided in CBC Section 1104B.5. At least 5%, but not less than one of the seating spaces in each functional areaof indoor and outdoor to be accessible as follows: drawing/details are required.
- Provide a minimum 30” x 48” wheelchair clear floor space.
- Provide knee space at tables at least 27” high, 30” wide and 19” deep.
- Provide height of tables between 28” – 34” from the floor ground.
- Provide access to accessible seating space(s) by aisles with a minimum of 36” in width.Indicate the top of fixed or built-in counter, tables is between height of to be at 28” to 34” above the finish floor and knee clearance to be a minimum of 27” high, 30” wide, and 19” deep. CBC Sections 1122B of CBC. One of each type of station shall be located at a section of counter that is at least 36” long and no more than 28 to 34” high. Counters are required to be accessible for both sides (34” height) for use by employee and customers.Entrance door/gate to bar area to be accessible the same as accessible door requirement. Revise drawings to show compliance. 51 to 150 seating capacity, requires 4 wheel chair seating spaces. Show location and number of accessible seating in compliance with Table 11B-1 of CBC for dining area, Show accessible seating for EACH function area for both indoor and outdoor seating.It is the project designer’s/property owner’s responsibility to show compliance on the drawings with all applicable Federal and State Accessibility Standards. City of Santa Ana does not have jurisdiction to enforce ADA compliance and it is the responsibility of designer. If applicable please remove notes referring to ADA compliance from drawings. This project is reviewed for compliance with State Accessibility StandardsClarify on door schedule the residential and non-residential doors. Show minimum of 36” door width. The width of the level area on the side to which the door swings shall extend 24” past the strike edge of the door for exterior doors and 18” past the edge for interior doors. CBC Section 1126A.3.2.The floor or landing at each side of an exit door shall be level and having a length in the direction of the door swing of at least 60” and the length opposite the direction of door swing of 44” as measured at right angles to the plane of the door in the closed position. CBC Section 1126A.3.1. Provide cross reference from all doors including ship containers on the drawings to insure compliance.CBC Sections 1133B.2.4 and 1133B.2.4.1, Regardless of the occupant load, there shall be a floor or landing on each side of a door. The floor or landing shall be not more than ½” lower than the threshold of the doorway. Change in level between ¼” and ½” shall be beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2. Change in level greater than ½” shall be accomplished by means of a ramp. Provide detailed sections and plan views showing compliance at all doorways requiring accessibility.CBC Section 1133B.2.5, Note on the drawings: “Maximum effort to operate doors shall not exceed 5 pounds for exterior doors and interior doors, such pull or push effort being applied at right angles to hinged doors and at the center place of sliding or folding doors. Compensating devices or automatic door operators may be utilized to meet the above standards. When fire doors are required, the maximum effort to operate the door may be increased to the minimum allowable by the appropriate administrative authority, not to exceed 15 pounds.CBC Section 1127B.3, All building entrances that are accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities shall be identified with a least one standard sign and with an additional directional signs, as required, to be visible to persons along approaching pedestrian ways.CBC Section 1133B.2.6, Required the bottom 10” of all doors except automatic and sliding shall have a smooth uninterrupted surface to allow the door to be opened by a wheelchair footrest without creating a trap or hazardous condition.Separate, disabled accessible, sanitary facilities shall be provided for each gender. Show accessible number of required toilet rooms based on Table 4-1 of Plumbing code on the drawings. Revise drawings to show two accessible toilet rooms for each sex. Show calculations based on Table 4-1 of Plumbing Code.Refer to foot note #14of Table 4-1 of CPC for additional women toilet room.CBC Sections 1115B and 1210. Sanitation facility toilet room floors shall have a smooth, hard, non-absorbent surface such as Portland cement, concrete, ceramic tile or other approved material which extends upward onto the walls at least 6”. Walls within 2’ of the front and sides of urinals and water closets shall be similarly finished to a height of 4’.CBC Section 1607.7. Provide complete grab bar details on the drawings showing compliance with CBC Section 1115B.8 including structural strength to support a 250 pound point load.Provide a table on the drawings showing number of employees by gender, the number of each type of fixture required and the number of each type of fixture provided.Ensure sanitary facilities comply with CBC Section 1115B.8.1 and that the bottom of the mirror is no higher than 40” from the floor.60” clear circle for new toilet rooms door bottom threshold detail and other detailing required. Drinking fountains serving the area of new work shall be accessible. CBC Section 1115B.4.6 and California Plumbing Code Section 406.5.Refer to the attached accessibility handouts and revise drawings to show compliance. RESIDENTIAL COMMENTSProvide 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)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)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) 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) Show location of HVAC system on the drawings.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: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)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, (CRC R310.1-R310.1.3) Please insure compliance on the drawings by indicating type of windows to be used (Slider, double hung, casement, etc.).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)) Glazing within 24” arc of either vertical edge of the door and less than 5’ from the walking surface shall be safety glazed. (CRC R308.4 (2)) Glazing over 9 square feet in area with bottom edge less than 18” above the floor and exposed top edge greater than 36” above the floor shall be safety glazed. (CRC R308.4 (3)) Glazing in door and enclosures for hot tubs, whirlpools, saunas, steam rooms, bathrooms, showers less than 5’ above the standing surface shall have a minimum category classification of II (CPSC 16 CFR 1201). (CRC TR308.3.1 (1) & 308.4(5)) 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) Structure(s) supporting floor/ceiling assemblies used for separation required by CRC Section R302.6 shall be protected by a minimum ½ -in gypsum board applied to the garage side.Provide the minimum 1-3/8 inch solid-core wood door, a solid or honeycomb core steel door not less than 1-3/8 inch thick, or a 20-minute fire rated door between the garage and residence unless both are protected by an automatic residential fire sprinkler system. (CRC R302.5.1) Doors between the garage and private residence shall be self-closing and self-latching. (CRC R302.5.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.
- 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.
- Enclosed usable space under a stairway requires ½ inch gypsum board on the enclosed side. (CRC
R302.7)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)The minimum clear width of stairways is clear 36” above the handrail. Handrails shall not project more than 4.5” on either side of the stairway and the minimum clear width of the stairway at and below the handrail height shall be 31.5” and 27” when installed on one side and both sides, respectively. (CRC R311.7.1) Handrails are required on at least one side of a continuous run of treads or flight with four or more risers. (CRC R311.7.7) 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.Where guards are used as handrails at the sides of stairs they shall have a height between 34-38 inches. (CRC R312.2.7) 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)) 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)
ROOF CONSTRUCTION AND COVERINGProvide detail of roof construction assembly. (CRC 902.1) Specify ICC approval number and weight per square foot for tile and special roof coverings. (CRC R905.3.4 and R905.3.5) Provide minimum 2% slope at flat roof and deck.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) Provide details of roof drain and overflow. Overflow drains shall have separate independent piping and have an inlet flow line locate 2” above the low point of the roof. Overflow scuppers shall have an area 3 times the roof drain, a minimum opening height of 4”, and have an inlet flow line located 2” above the low point of the roof. (CRC R903.4.1) Revise drawings to show compliance.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) Fireblocking is 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)
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)
The residence shall conform to the State Energy Conservation Standards. Submit forms and calculations for review and blueprint the final forms on the plans. (Residential and Non-residential calculation and forms are required)
-Signed Energy Efficiency Documents must be printed on the plans.
- Also, submit 2 copies of signed Energy Efficiency calculations.
- The corrected/final drawings shall have the required energy efficiency compliance documentation
with completed signature blocks filed on the plans.
-The energy plan check consultant must sign documentation forms on behalf of the Building
Safety Division.
-Show compliance with Residential Lighting Design Guide.
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.
GREEN BUILDING CODE
Applies to new ship containers, toilet rooms and Building # 3, change of occupancy from storage to new R3 occupancy of 2nd floor and possible change of occupancy for 1st floor to B occupancy. Plans 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. In mixed occupancy buildings, each portion of a building shall comply with the specific green building measures applicable to each specific occupancy. 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 4106.3 Provide documentation to indicate the project meets the requirements of State mandatory energy efficiency standards. CGBC 4201.1 Illustrate 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 4303.3 Sec. 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 4.406.1 Reduce 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 Indicate 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, 4.408.2.1 Note on the drawings that an Operation and Maintenance Manual with content per CGBC 4.410.1 and in a format acceptable to the enforcing agency shall be placed in the building at the time of final inspection. CGBC 4.410.1. Refer to RCD residential guide for manual format and suggested content. All 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 1 Note 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 2 VOC 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 4.504.2.3 Verification 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 4.504.3 Carpet 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 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.
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 AcknowledgmentSTRCUTURALProvide structural calculations and drawings, stamped and signed by a California licensed architect or registered civil engineer for: a. Live load design of 40PSF is required for 2nd floor residential and all framing members size is to be inspected by engineer of record to insure correct member size for new required 40 PSF live load. b. New mechanical equipment on roof (note on roof framing plan weight of each existing and new piece of equipment on the roof) c. The bottom of all posts shall be furnished with bearing plates. Drive-in, drive-through, and stacker racks shall be anchored to the floor by anchor bolts capable of resisting the horizontal shear forces caused by the horizontal and vertical loads on the rack. d. (When required by Planning Department) New equipment screening on roof e. Openings for window/door modification to ship containers.f. Incorporate results of structural comments into drawings prior to re-submittal. Drawings to be signed and stamped by engineer.
In lieu of soils investigation report per Sections 1803.6 of the 2010 California Building Code and City of Santa Ana internal policy, revise structural calculations for minimum foundation/footing design requirements for small projects 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.Please note that there are total of 5 mixed residential and non-residential buildings (Code requirements are different for each occupancy) as shown on sheet A00.51, All architectural and structural drawings including details must be noted as if applies to which occupancy or to each building number for clarification. Please review drawings and add building number where needed. Please label building 4 and 5 (Ship containers) for clarification and detail referencing. Show protection of column inside of garage from moving automobile. The bottom of all posts shall be furnished with bearing plates and shall be anchored to the floor by anchor bolts capable of resisting the horizontal shear forces caused by the horizontal and vertical loads.Please coordinate the use of garage and possible change of occupancy to B occupancy. Protection of columns is not required when occupancy notes on the drawings reflects other than U (Garage) occupancy.(When applicable) Complete all soffit and furred out wall details. Provide complete positive connection detailing, including number, type, location of fasteners and how attachment is made to the building structure. Show compliance with CBC Section 803.
The following information related to wind loads shall be shown, regardless of whether wind loads govern the design of the lateral-force-resisting system of the building.1603.1.4 Wind design data.
Basic wind speed (3-second gust,) miles per hour
Wind importance factor, I, and occupancy category
Wind exposure. Where more than one wind exposure is utilized, the wind exposure and applicable wind direction shall be indicated
The applicable internal pressure coefficient
Components and cladding. The design wind pressures, in terms of psf, to be used for the design of exterior component and cladding materials not specifically designed by the registered design professional.
The following information related to seismic loads shall be shown, regardless of whether seismic loads govern the design of the lateral-force-resisting system of the building.1603.1.5 Earthquake design data.
Seismic importance factor, I, and occupancy category
Mapped spectral response accelerations, Ss and SI
Site class.
Spectral response coefficients, SDS and SDI
Seismic design category
Basic seismic-force-resisting system(s)
Design base shear
Seismic response coefficient(s), CS
Response modification factor(s), R
Analysis procedure used.