Lee's Summit

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Codes Administration- No merchandise, stock, interior furnishings or supplies shall be placed in this facility without approval from the City of Lee's Summit.

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Codes Administration- Each structure shall have the address of that structure visibly posted on the jobsite throughout the construction process.

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Codes Administration- A completed License Tax application must be submitted to the City of Lee's Summit and any applicable License Tax paid prior to issuing a building permit.

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Codes Administration- It shall be the duty of the person doing the work authorized by a permit to notifiy the Building Inspections Division that such work is ready for inspection. (UBC Section 305.(c))

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Codes Administration- A reinspection fee may be assessed for each inspection or reinspection when such portion of work for which inspection is called is not complete or when corrections called for are not made. ( UBC Section 305.(g))

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Codes Administration- A reinspection fee may be assessed if an approved set of plans are not readily available to the inspector and the permit card is not posted at the time of the inspection. (UBC Section 305.(g))

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Codes Administration- Rooms may have one exit through an adjoining room which provides a direct, obvious and unobstructed means of travel to an exit corridor, exit enclosure or until egress is provided from the building, provided the total distance of travel does not exceed that permitted by other provisions of this code. In other than dwelling units, exits shall not pass through kitchens, store rooms, closets or spaces used for similar purposes. (UBC Section 3303.(e))

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Codes Administration- Except when enclosed usable space under stairs is prohibited by Section 3309.(f), the walls and soffits of the enclosed space shall be protected on the enclosed side as required for one-hour-fire resistive construction. (UBC Section 3306)

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Codes Administration- The rise of every step in a stairway shall not be less than four inches or greater than seven inches. The run shall not be less than 11 inches as measured horizontally between the vertical plane of the furthermost projection of adjacent treads. The largest tread run within any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch. The greatest riser height within any flight of stairs shall not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch. (UBC Section 3306.(c))

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Codes Administration- The top of handrails and handrail extensions shall be placed not less than 34 inches or more than 38 inches above the nosing of treads and landings. Handrails shall be continuous the full length of the stairs and, except for private stairways, at least one handrail shall extend in the direction of the stair not less than 12 inches beyond the top riser or less than 12 inches beyond the bottom riser. Ends shall be returned or shall terminate in newel post or safety terminals. (UBC Section 3306.(i))

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Codes Administration- Handrails shall be continuous the full length of the stairs and, except for private stairways, at least one handrail shall extend in the direction of the stair run not less than 6 inches beyond the top riser or less than 6 inches beyond the bottom riser. Ends shall be returned or shall terminate in newel posts or safety terminals. (1991 Uniform Building Code, Section 3306.(i) as amended by the City of Lee's Summit Code of Ordinances.)

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Codes Administration- Every stairway shall have a headroom clearance of not less than 6 feet 8 inches. (UBC Section3306.(o))

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The second floor area is not accessible. Either provide means for accessibility or provide documentation as to why the second floor does not have to comply with Chapter 31 for accessiblility. (Refer to Appendix Chapter 31 of the 1991 Uniform Building Code).

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Codes Administration- The plans, computations and specifications are required to be prepared by an architect or engineer licensed by the state to practice as such even if not required by state law. (UBC Section 302.(b)) The plans which were submitted do not have an architects or engineers seal on any of the construction documents.

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Codes Administration- Regardless of the occupant load, there shall be a floor or landing on each side of a door. When access for persons with disabilities is required by Chapter 31, the floor or landing shall not be more than 1/2 inch lower than the threshold of the doorway. When such access is not required, such dimension shall not exceed 1 inch. Landings shall be level except for exterior landings, which may have a slope not to exceed 1/4 inch per foot. (1991 Uniform Building Code, Section 3304.(i).) Sheet 3 indicates a door which swings over the stairs which is not allowed. Where do these stairs lead to? It appears that they lead to a basement. If so, specify what the basement area will be used for.

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Specify what type of construction is existing and the proposed construction type of the remodel work.

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Fire Department- Page 11 and 12 depict smoke detectors. Provide information on type of detectors and whether or not they will be monitored by an alarm panel and/or central monitoring station.

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Fire Department- Provide information on the planned utilization of the 2nd floor (ie. office, residential).

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Exit doors shall swing in the direction of travel when serving an occupant load of 50 or more. (Section 3304(b). Exit doors shall be openable from the inside without the use of a key or special knowledge. (Section 3304(c).

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Codes Administration- All signage that provides emergency information or general circulation directions or identifies rooms and spaces shall comply with 4.28.2, 4.28.3, and 4.28.5. Tactile signage shall also comply with 4.28.4. ANSI A117.7-1986 Section 4.28.1. The mens and womens restrooms shall have signage on each floor.

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Restroom exhaust fans shall be installed in the main floor restrooms. (None shown in plans).

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Provide product data on the new cooler. Unit shall be UL listed and approved for such installation. Does this unit require condensate drains?

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All mechanical rooms shall have adequate combustion air and all equipment shall be properly vented in accordance with the Uniform Mechanical Code and/or the equipment listings.

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Doors, either fully opened or when opening, shall not project more than one foot beyond the property line, except that in alleys no projection beyond the property line is permitted. UBC Section 4507.

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No part of any structure or apendage thereto shall project into any alley. UBC Section 4502.

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The contactor and/or subcontractors shall have a current business license to perform work within the City of Lee's Summit.

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Codes Administration- This permit is valid for the first floor construction/alteration only. Further clarification and information is required prior to issuance of the permit for the second floor alteration.

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Fire Department- Approved numbers or address shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property. Said numbers shall contrast with their background. (UFC Section 10.301.(a))

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Fire Department- All locksets, both new and existing shall be openable from the inside without the use of a key, special tool or knowledge. (UFC.12.106)

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Fire Department- Extension cords shall not be utilized as a substitute for permanent wiring. Extension cords shall only be utilized with portable appliances while such appliances are in use and shall only supply one portable appliance except for approved multi-plug extension cords. Extension cords shall be grounded when serving grounded appliances. Extension cords and multi-plug extension cords shall not be affixed to structures; extened through walls, ceilings, floors, under doors or floor coverings; or be subject to environmental or physical damage. (UFC Section 85.106.(a), (b) and (c))