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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:
101125151
PROJECT ADDRESS:
3601 S Harbor Blvd
PLAN CHECK ENGINEER:
So, AnsonTEL:714
647-5830
EMAIL:
aso@santa-ana.orgFAX:714
647-5897
TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION:
V B
OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION(S):
U
PLAN CHECK DATES:
REMARKS/RECHECK ITEMS:
APPLICATION
11/6/2025
INITIAL REVIEW
11/7/2025
EXPIRATION
5/5/2026
RECHECKS:
1.
PROJECT APPLICANT CONTACT PERSON:
2.
Tim Lally
3.
TEL:
(714)633-7667
FAX:
VALUATION: $500,000.00
EMAIL:
tim.lally@mjpaia.com
FLOOD ZONE: X-06059C0258J
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Before approval for code compliance or issuance of a building permit, the plans and specification for this construction require the information, revisions and corrections indicated below. The approval of plans and specifications does not permit the violation of any section of the building code, or other ordinance or state law.
This plan check will expire 180 days from the original submittal date unless a written request for extension is submitted and approved prior to expiration. The request must include justifiable cause. The Building Official may approve a one-time extension of up to an additional 180 days. No extensions will be granted beyond 360 days from the original submittal date.
Effective January 1, 2026, the City of Santa Ana will enforce the 2025 California Building Standards Codes for all new plan submittals. Plans submitted prior to this date shall be governed by the 2022 codes; however, any plan check that expires after January 1, 2026, will be required to comply with the 2025 codes.
When submitting corrections, clearly indicate where each change has been made. Reference the applicable sheet number, detail number, or relevant note for every correction to facilitate accurate and efficient review.
This review does not include Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP).
Additional plan check fee will be required after the third review on hourly basis.
Obtain any applicable approval from the following agencies prior to permit issuance:
Planning Division – The plans approved by the Building Division must include the Planning approval stamp. Building staff will notify the Planning Division for approval. For approval status, contact the Planning Division at (714) 647-5804 or visit the Planning Division counters.
Public Works Agency (PWA) – Obtain PWA clearance if any of the following applies: project valuation exceeds $30,000, project has added plumbing fixtures, added bedrooms, or project exceeds 500 square foot in new construction (not renovation). After the Building Division approves your project, visit the Building Division counters and request a copy of the approved plan. Bring the approved plan to the PWA counters for approval. After PWA approves your project, return the approved plan to the Building Division counters.
Police Department (PD) – The plans approved by the Building Division must include the PD approval stamp. After the Building Division approves your project, Building staff will notify PD for approval. For approval status, contact the PD at (714) 647-5840 or email PolicePlanCheck@santa-ana.org.
Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) - Submit plans to OCFA immediately if you answer “Yes” to any part of questions 1 through 10 on the plan submittal criteria. Bring an OCFA approved plan to the Building Division counters for permit issuance. Contact OCFA for approval status.
County of Orange, Health Care Agency, Environmental Health (OC Health) – Submit plans to OC Health if the business involves food service. Contact OC Health for submittal requirements. If OC Health approval is required, bring an OC Health approved plan to the Building Division counters for permit issuance.
School District – After the Building Division approves your project, Building staff will send a School Fee Form to your school district if school fee applies to your project. Applicant shall pay the school fee and bring the signed Certificate of Compliance form to the Building Division counters for permit issuance.
Cal/OSHA – Check the Cal/OSHA permit requirements here.
Submit plans directly to the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) for review and approval. Provide a Service Request (SR) number as proof of submittal. Immediate action is required to avoid permitting delays.
INSTRUCTIONS
Plans Pickup
The original plans and calculations are available for pickup at the building division counters on a walk-in basis. No appointment is necessary. Please check the holiday closure schedule before planning your visit.
Plan Check Corrections
Address all items noted on this plan check report, either directly on this list or in a separate document.
Address each correction thoroughly and provide a complete response. Do not leave any blanks. Indicate the sheet number, detail number, or note number where you make each correction. If a plan check correction does not apply to your project, provide an explanation in your response.
If you have any questions, contact Senior Plan Check Engineer Anson So at 714-647-5830 or by email at aso@santa-ana.org.
Resubmittal
Resubmit the red-marked plans and calculations, if applicable.
Resubmit your responses to corrections.
Resubmit two corrected sets of construction documents, including plans, structural calculations, energy documents, soils report, and any other related documents. For new construction or additions, provide an additional corrected set.
Resubmit all construction documents using one of the following options:
Resubmittal Bin:Complete the Plan Check Re-Submittal Form and include it with your resubmittal. The resubmittal bin is located at the building division lobby. Check the holiday closure schedule before your visit.
Walk-ins:Resubmittals are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis during daily walk-in hours. However, scheduled appointments take priority over walk-ins.
Appointment:Call the building division at 714-647-5800 to schedule a resubmittal appointment.
PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS
TITLE SHEETRevise the address to: 3601 S. Harbor Blvd., Santa Ana CA 92704.The structures on the site plan are accessory structures (e.g., light standards, trash enclosures). Revise the occupancy group to “U” and the type of construction to “V-B”.Add to following items under the Scope of Work:Parking lot restriping6-foot wall fenceLight standardsAccessible site design, including path of travel, parking, and passenger drop-off.Outdoor shade structureSheet G2.0 (Site Plan)
The site plan currently shows an accessible path of travel to the public right-of-way, which is acceptable. However, additional accessible paths of travel are required. See redmarks on the site plan. Clearly show all required connections, including:Accessible path of travel from parkingAccessible connection to public streetsAccessible route to the trash enclosureAccessible route to the safe dispersal areaAccessible route to any outdoor dining areasAccessible route to the passenger drop-off area
For the safe dispersal area, provide the following (CBC 452.1.3):Calculate the required safe dispersal area using 3 square feet per person. Include the occupant loads for both buildings classified as Group E.Show the safe dispersal area located at least 50 feet away from the buildings, and clearly dimension this distance on the site plan.The site plan shows an outdoor dining area, and the landscaping plan includes architectural details of the structure. However, structural drawings, including footings, details, and calculations, are not provided. Submit the required structural drawings and calculations as part of this package.One passenger loading zone is shown. However, per CBC Section 11B-209.2.1, a loading zone is required for every 100 feet of linear distance. Based on the length of the drop-off zone, additional loading zones may be required. Revise the plan or provide a design showing the required number of passenger loading zones.The site plan shows a walk-in refrigerator condensing unit on the north side of the 3611 building. However, no details are provided. Provide details as needed.Cleary show the location of fences surrounding the property.Several doors around the fence swing beyond the property line, which is not permitted. Consider a recessed design so that the required exterior landing remains within the property boundary. Additionally, provide details showing maneuvering clearances past the strike edge of the doors on both sides. Submit revised plans and details accordingly.Clearly identify panic hardware for the exterior gates at the perimeter fence leading to the public streets.Under the parking section, for 12 accessible parking spaces, 10 are required to be standard accessible spaces and 2 are required to be van-accessible. Note this on the plan and clearly identify the two van-accessible spaces on the site plan to demonstrate compliance.Specify the total number of Type 1 and Type 2 light standards on the plan and cross-reference the corresponding details. In addition, provide structural calculations for the connections and footings.Show a 20-foot-wide exit discharge path from both buildings (3601 and 3611) to the public streets. Refer to CBC Section 452.1.1 for requirements and details.Sheet G5.1Provide and cross-reference the truncated dome detail in accordance with CBC Section 11B-705.1.Sheet A9.1Provide structural calculations for the two new trash enclosures.Sheet A9.3Detail 1: Specify 2% maximum slopes at the parking and access aisle area.Detail 1: Show where zero-curb begins at the curb ramp next to the access aisle. See red mark for location.Detail 1: Show bottom landing dimensions.Detail 1: Provide the ISA parking detail per CBC Section 11B-502.6.4.Detail 10: Add a note per Section 11B-503.5 regarding the required vertical clearance.Sheet LCD-01Detail 9: Provide panic hardware at exit gates.Detail 7 & 9: Provide structural footing details from the engineer.Landscape PlansLandscape drawings refer structural elements in several drawings. However, structural sheets were not included. Provide all required structural details and calculations from the engineer.Remove “Not for Construction” on the title block.Civil DrawingsPublic Works is the agency responsible for reviewing and approving the grading plans. It is acceptable to include the civil drawings in this architectural package; however, all civil drawings must include a prominent note on each sheet stating “For reference only” to clarify that these plans are not being approved as part of this package.Sheet 5 Detail 2: Per CBC Section 11B-503.4, the slope of the access aisle serving the vehicle pull-up spaces shall not exceed 1:48. The detail currently shows slopes of 2.3% and 2.4%, slightly exceeding the allowable slope. Revise the plan so that slopes do not exceed 1:48.End of Comments