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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:
103124941
PROJECT ADDRESS:
324 W Seventeenth St
PLAN CHECK ENGINEER:
So, AnsonTEL:714
647-5830
EMAIL:
aso@santa-ana.orgFAX:714
647-5897
TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION:
OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION(S):
PLAN CHECK DATES:
REMARKS/RECHECK ITEMS:
APPLICATION
9/10/2025
INITIAL REVIEW
10/20/2025
EXPIRATION
3/9/2026
RECHECKS:
1.
PROJECT APPLICANT CONTACT PERSON:
2.
Gonzalo Guillen
3.
TEL:
(714)227-1189
FAX:
VALUATION: $7,000.00
EMAIL:
gplanos@sbcglobal.net
FLOOD ZONE: X-06059C0163J
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. The request must demonstrate justifiable cause. The Building Official may grant a one-time extension of up to 180 additional days. No further 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.
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.PERMIT APPLICATION
First Plan Check Comment:
The building permit application does not list the project valuation. Provide the project valuation for the described scope of work.Second Plan Check Comment:Provide the project valuation completed by the owner on the next submittal.PLAN REVIEW COMMENTSSheet A1
First Plan Check Comment:
Provide a clear 9" x 9" blank space near the bottom-right corner of the title sheet to accommodate City approval stamping.Second Plan Check Comment:The provided 3.5" × 3.5" blank space does not comply. Revise the title sheet to provide a clear 9" × 9" blank space near the bottom-right corner for City approval stamping. This requirement applies to the title sheet only, not all sheets.
Clarify fire sprinkler information on the plans by indicating:
Whether an existing system is installed (“Existing Fire Sprinkler System: Yes/No”).
Whether the proposed scope of work includes new or modified sprinklers (“Proposed Fire Sprinkler System: Yes/No”).
If “Yes” is indicated for either, specify the system type (NFPA 13, 13R, or 13D) and clearly document both existing conditions and proposed work.
Verify whether the proposed scope of work includes a change of occupancy. If a change of occupancy is proposed, clearly identify on the plans the occupancy classification(s), showing the existing occupancy and the proposed occupancy. If no change of occupancy is proposed, add a note on the plans stating: "No change of occupancy is proposed."
Indicate that the building is one story by adding the note: “Number of Stories: One.”
Specify the building height.
The subject parcel (APN 005-151-35) does not contain any on-site parking spaces. Parking is provided on the adjacent parcel (APN 005-151-38). Provide documentation of a recorded parking agreement authorizing the subject parcel to utilize parking spaces on the adjacent lot.
If no parking agreement exists with the adjacent parcel, clearly state “No Parking on Site” and remove the accessible route from the parking area to the entrance. Show only the accessible route from 17th Street to the entrance.
Show all property lines on the site plan. Verify against the GIS records, as multiple parcels appear to be included in the site plan.
First Plan Check Comment:
The accessible route must remain entirely within the subject site and shall not cross a public right-of-way, in accordance with CBC Section 11B-206.2.2. Revise the site plan to ensure the accessible route provides a continuous connection between the accessible parking spaces and the building entrance.Second Plan Check Comment:
The parking agreement has been reviewed; however, the original comment remains outstanding and has not been addressed. Revise the design to comply, or submit an approved Unreasonable Hardship Form:
https://www.santa-ana.org/documents/disabled-access-compliance-and-unreasonable-hardship-form-2022/
Sheet A2
First Plan Check Comment:
Provide an accessible design for the unisex restroom in compliance with Section 11B-213.2.Second Plan Check Comment:
The floor plan dimension indicating 5'-0" at the unisex restroom appears to be measured wall-to-wall. Specify a minimum 5'-0" clear width, measured face-of-finish to face-of-finish. Revise the plans to clearly demonstrate compliance after finishes are applied.
First Plan Check Comment:
Provide an accessible design for the dressing room in accordance with CBC Section 11B-222 and 11B-803.Second Plan Check Comment:
The response is incomplete. Provide plan notes and details demonstrating compliance with CBC Sections 11B-222 and 11B-803, including but not limited to: required turning space, door swing/clearances, benches, coat hooks and shelves, and mirrors.
Structural elements are shown on the plans; however, supporting calculations have not been submitted. Provide complete structural calculations for review.
Provide the engineer’s stamp and signature on the structural calculations.
Structural elements are shown on the architectural sheets. Provide the engineer’s stamp and signature on all sheets containing structural design.
The ceiling plan shows structural elements. Identify which elements are to be legalized and included in the permit.
Red Marks
There are a few red marks on the plans. All comments in this written report address the plan review issues. You may pick up the original plans if desired, but it is not required.Additional Second Plan Check Comment:
There are no additional red marks on the plans. All comments in this written report address the plan review issues. You may pick up the original plans if desired, but it is not required.
End of Comments