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Construction documents for fire alarm systems

2006 IFC 907.1.1- Construction documents. Construction documents for fire alarm systems shall be submitted for review and approval prior to system installation. Construction documents shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: 1. .A floor plan which indicates the use of all rooms. 2. Locations of alarm-initiating and notification appliances. 3. Alarm control and trouble signaling equipment. 4. Annunciation. 5. Power connection. 6. Battery calculations. 7. Conductor type and sizes. 8. Voltage drop calculations. 9. Manufacturers, model numbers and listing information for equipment, devices and materials. 10. Details of ceiling height and construction. 11. The interface of fire safety control functions. Action required: Show the location of new(restroom) and relocated alarm appliances. ADDRESSED IN RESUB

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2006 IFC 1006.3 Illumination emergency power. The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises’ electrical supply. In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate the following areas: 1. Aisles and unenclosed egress stairways in rooms and spaces that require two or more means of egress. 2. Corridors, exit enclosures and exit passageways in buildings required to have two or more exits. 3. Exterior egress components at other than the level of exit discharge until exit discharge is accomplished for buildings required to have two or more exits. 4. Interior exit discharge elements, as permitted in Section 1024.1, in buildings required to have two or more exits. 5. Exterior landings, as required by Section 1008.1.5, for exit discharge doorways in buildings required to have two or more exits. The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than 90 minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance with Section 2702 of the International Building Code. Action required: Provide emergency lighting as required, or indicate if lighting already exists and show location. ADDRESSED IN RESUB

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Specifications for the mechanical system have not been provided. Action required - Provide additional information. Mike Weisenborn April 27, 2011 - Additional information provided.

Bldg - Means of egress illumination - Emergency power

2006 IBC 1006.3 - Illumination emergency power. The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises electrical supply. In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate the following areas. 1. Aisles and unenclosed egress stairways in rooms and spaces that require two or more means of egress. 2. Corridors, exit enclosures and exit passageways in building required to have two or more exits. 3. Exterior egress components at other than the level of exit discharge until exit discharge is accomplished for buildings required to have two or more exits. 4. Interior exit discharge elements, as permitted in Section 1024.1, in buildings required to have two or more exits. 5. Exterior landings, as required by Section 1008.1.5, for exit discharge doorways in building required to have two or more exits. The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than 90 minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance with Section 2702. Action required - Emergency lighting is required on the exterior of the building at the egress doors when two or more means of egress is required from a space. Provide additional on the plans. Mike Weisenborn April 19, 2011 - A photocell light fixture does not meet the requirements for emergency power found in this section. Make needed corrections. Mike Weisenborn April 27, 2011 - Corrections made.

Code analysis required

A code analysis shall be provided which includes but is not limited to occupancy type, occupant load, construction type, actual area, height and floors, allowable area, height and floors, and the codes to which the project is designed. Action required - Provide a complete code analysis for the space. Mike Weisenborn April 19, 2011 - The actuall construction type for this building is Type V-B. Make needed corrections to the construction type and fire-resistive assembly table. The area of the tenant space and occupant load need to be based on the entire tenant space as this is what is being evaluated. Not just the new finish. Make needed corrections Mike Weisenborn April 27, 2011 - Corrections made.

Bldg - Toilet rooms - Walls

2006 IBC 1210.2 - Walls. Walls within 2 feet of urinals and water closets shall have a smooth, hard, nonabsorbent surface, to a height of 4 feet above the floor, and except for structural elements, the materials used in such walls shall be of a type that is not adversely affected by moisture. Exceptions: 1. Dwelling units and sleeping units. 2. Toilet rooms that are not accessible to the public and which have not more than one water closet. Accessories such as grab bars, towel bars, paper dispensers and soap dishes, provided on or within walls, shall be installed and sealed to protect structural elements from moisture. Action required - Provide additional information showing how this requirement will be met. Mike Weisenborn April 19, 2011 - Green sheetrock does not meet the requirements of this code section. If paint is to be used in this area it must be an epoxy paint. Tile, frp and washable wallpaper also meets the requirements. Provide additional information. Mike Weisenborn April 27, 2011 - Corrections made

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ICC/ANSI A117.1-2003 604.10.6 - Flush controls. Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with Sections 309.2 and 309.4 and shall be installed 36 inches maximum above the floor. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet. Action required - The location of the flush control will be verified on inspection.

Bldg - Ramps - Slope

2006 IBC 1010.2 - Slope. Ramps used as part of a means of egress shall have a running slope not steeper than one unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (8-percent slope). The slope of other pedestrian ramps shall not be steeper than one unit vertical in eight units horizontal (12.5-percent slope). Exception: An aisle ramp slope in occupancies of Group A shall comply with Section 1025.11. Action required - This will be verified on inspection. Mike Weisenborn April 27, 2011 - It is no longer a ramp as the slope is less than 1:20.

Bldg - Ramps - Handrails

2006 IBC 1010.8 - Handrails. Ramps with a rise greater than 6 inches shall have handrails on both sides. Handrails shall comply with Section 1012. Action required - Detail B on Sheet A1.1 does not indicate the required handrails. Provide additional information. Show the required handrails. Mike Weisenborn April 19, 2011 - A 2x4 is not an allowable handrail in the International Building Code. See additional comments on handrail requirements. Mike Weisenborn April 27, 2011 - It is no longer a ramp as the slope is less than 1:20.

Bldg - Handrail - Graspability

2006 IBC 1012.3 - Handrail graspability. Handrails with a circular cross-section shall have an outside diameter of at least 1.25 inches and not greater than 2 inches or shall provide equivalent graspability. If the handrail is not circular, it shall have a perimeter dimension of at least 4 inches and not greater than 6.25 inches with a maximum cross-section dimension of 2.25 inches. Edges shall have a minimum radius of 0.01 inch. Action required - Provide additional information on the ramp handrail on the plans. Handrails are required on both sides of the ramp. Mike Weisenborn April 27, 2011 - It is no longer a ramp as the slope is less than 1:20.

Bldg - Handrail - Extensions

2006 IBC 1012.5 - Handrail Extensions. Handrails shall return to a wall, guard or the walking surface or shall be continuous to the handrail of an adjacent stair flight or ramp run. At stairways where handrails are not continuous between flights, the handrails shall extend horizontally at least 12 inches beyond the top riser and continue to slope for the depth of one tread beyond the bottom riser. At ramps where handrails are not continuous between runs, the handrail shall extend horizontally above the landing 12 inches minimum beyond the top and bottom ramps. Action required - Show compliance on the ramp handrails on the plans. Mike Weisenborn April 27, 2011 - It is no longer a ramp as the slope is less than 1:20.

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Specifications for the mechanical system have not been provided. Action required - Provide additional information.

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Specifications for the plumbing work have not been provided. Action required - Provide additional information.

Mech - Outdoor air required

2006 IMC 403.2 - Outdoor air required. The minimum ventilation of outdoor air shall be determined in accordance with Section 403.3. Exception: Where the registered design professional demonstrates that an engineered ventilation system design will prevent the maximum concentration of contaminants from exceeding the obtainable by the rate of outdoor air ventilation determined in accordance with Section 403.3, the minimum required rate of outdoor air shall be reduced in accordance with such engineered system design. Action required - The outside air amount show on the plans is indicated to be a maximum when this is actually a minimum. Make needed corrections. Mike Weisenborn April 19, 2011 - Changes made

Bldg - Means of egress illumination - Emergency power

2006 IBC 1006.3 - Illumination emergency power. The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises electrical supply. In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate the following areas. 1. Aisles and unenclosed egress stairways in rooms and spaces that require two or more means of egress. 2. Corridors, exit enclosures and exit passageways in building required to have two or more exits. 3. Exterior egress components at other than the level of exit discharge until exit discharge is accomplished for buildings required to have two or more exits. 4. Interior exit discharge elements, as permitted in Section 1024.1, in buildings required to have two or more exits. 5. Exterior landings, as required by Section 1008.1.5, for exit discharge doorways in building required to have two or more exits. The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than 90 minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance with Section 2702. Action required - Emergency lighting is required on the exterior of the building at the egress doors when two or more means of egress is required from a space. Provide additional on the plans. Mike Weisenborn April 19, 2011 - A photocell light fixture does not meet the requirements for emergency power found in this section. Make needed corrections.

Code analysis required

A code analysis shall be provided which includes but is not limited to occupancy type, occupant load, construction type, actual area, height and floors, allowable area, height and floors, and the codes to which the project is designed. Action required - Provide a complete code analysis for the space. Mike Weisenborn April 19, 2011 - The actuall construction type for this building is Type V-B. Make needed corrections to the construction type and fire-resistive assembly table. The area of the tenant space and occupant load need to be based on the entire tenant space as this is what is being evaluated. Not just the new finish. Make needed corrections

Bldg - Toilet rooms - Floor surface and walls

2006 IBC 1210.1 - Floors. In other than dwelling units, toilet and bathing room floors shall have a smooth, hard, nonabsorbent surface that extends upward onto the walls at least 6 inches. Action required - Provide additional information showing how this requirement will be met. Mike Weisenborn April 19, 2011 - Additional information provided on the plans.

Bldg - Toilet rooms - Walls

2006 IBC 1210.2 - Walls. Walls within 2 feet of urinals and water closets shall have a smooth, hard, nonabsorbent surface, to a height of 4 feet above the floor, and except for structural elements, the materials used in such walls shall be of a type that is not adversely affected by moisture. Exceptions: 1. Dwelling units and sleeping units. 2. Toilet rooms that are not accessible to the public and which have not more than one water closet. Accessories such as grab bars, towel bars, paper dispensers and soap dishes, provided on or within walls, shall be installed and sealed to protect structural elements from moisture. Action required - Provide additional information showing how this requirement will be met. Mike Weisenborn April 19, 2011 - Green sheetrock does not meet the requirements of this code section. If paint is to be used in this area it must be an epoxy paint. Tile, frp and washable wallpaper also meets the requirements. Provide additional information.

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ICC/ANSI A117.1-2003 604.10.6 - Flush controls. Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with Sections 309.2 and 309.4 and shall be installed 36 inches maximum above the floor. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet. Action required - The location of the flush control will be verified on inspection.

Bldg - Ramps - Slope

2006 IBC 1010.2 - Slope. Ramps used as part of a means of egress shall have a running slope not steeper than one unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (8-percent slope). The slope of other pedestrian ramps shall not be steeper than one unit vertical in eight units horizontal (12.5-percent slope). Exception: An aisle ramp slope in occupancies of Group A shall comply with Section 1025.11. Action required - This will be verified on inspection.

Bldg - Ramps - Handrails

2006 IBC 1010.8 - Handrails. Ramps with a rise greater than 6 inches shall have handrails on both sides. Handrails shall comply with Section 1012. Action required - Detail B on Sheet A1.1 does not indicate the required handrails. Provide additional information. Show the required handrails. Mike Weisenborn April 19, 2011 - A 2x4 is not an allowable handrail in the International Building Code. See additional comments on handrail requirements.

Bldg - Handrail - Graspability

2006 IBC 1012.3 - Handrail graspability. Handrails with a circular cross-section shall have an outside diameter of at least 1.25 inches and not greater than 2 inches or shall provide equivalent graspability. If the handrail is not circular, it shall have a perimeter dimension of at least 4 inches and not greater than 6.25 inches with a maximum cross-section dimension of 2.25 inches. Edges shall have a minimum radius of 0.01 inch. Action required - Provide additional information on the ramp handrail on the plans. Handrails are required on both sides of the ramp.

Bldg - Handrail - Extensions

2006 IBC 1012.5 - Handrail Extensions. Handrails shall return to a wall, guard or the walking surface or shall be continuous to the handrail of an adjacent stair flight or ramp run. At stairways where handrails are not continuous between flights, the handrails shall extend horizontally at least 12 inches beyond the top riser and continue to slope for the depth of one tread beyond the bottom riser. At ramps where handrails are not continuous between runs, the handrail shall extend horizontally above the landing 12 inches minimum beyond the top and bottom ramps. Action required - Show compliance on the ramp handrails on the plans.

Address numbers required

2006 IFC 505.1- Address numbers. New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. In Multi-tenant commercial building where tenants have multiple entrances located on different sides of the building , each door shall be addressed. Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet letters. Numbers shall be a minimum of 4 inches (102 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch (12.7 mm). Action required: All exterior doors shall be posted with the address for the buisiness/suite. All doors shall use the same address. Verified at inspection.

Portable fire extinguishers - general

2006 IFC 906.2 - General requirements. Portable fire extinguishers shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with this section and NFPA 10. Action required: Provide on 2A:10B:C fire extinguisher at a conspicuous location. Verified at inspection.

Construction documents - Fire protection systems

2006 IFC 901.2- Construction documents. The fire code official shall have the authority to require construction documents and calculations for all fire protection systems and to require permits be issued for the installation, rehabilitation or modification of any fire protection system. Construction documents for fire protection systems shall be submitted for review and approval prior to system installation. Action required: Provide shop drawings for sprinkler system alteration.

Construction documents for fire alarm systems

2006 IFC 907.1.1- Construction documents. Construction documents for fire alarm systems shall be submitted for review and approval prior to system installation. Construction documents shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: 1. .A floor plan which indicates the use of all rooms. 2. Locations of alarm-initiating and notification appliances. 3. Alarm control and trouble signaling equipment. 4. Annunciation. 5. Power connection. 6. Battery calculations. 7. Conductor type and sizes. 8. Voltage drop calculations. 9. Manufacturers, model numbers and listing information for equipment, devices and materials. 10. Details of ceiling height and construction. 11. The interface of fire safety control functions. Action required: Show the location of new(restroom) and relocated alarm appliances.

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Provide a complete Code Analysis for the space.

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2006 IFC 1006.3 Illumination emergency power. The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises’ electrical supply. In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate the following areas: 1. Aisles and unenclosed egress stairways in rooms and spaces that require two or more means of egress. 2. Corridors, exit enclosures and exit passageways in buildings required to have two or more exits. 3. Exterior egress components at other than the level of exit discharge until exit discharge is accomplished for buildings required to have two or more exits. 4. Interior exit discharge elements, as permitted in Section 1024.1, in buildings required to have two or more exits. 5. Exterior landings, as required by Section 1008.1.5, for exit discharge doorways in buildings required to have two or more exits. The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than 90 minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance with Section 2702 of the International Building Code. Action required: Provide emergency lighting as required, or indicate if lighting already exists and show location.

Construction documents - Fire protection systems

2006 IFC 901.2- Construction documents. The fire code official shall have the authority to require construction documents and calculations for all fire protection systems and to require permits be issued for the installation, rehabilitation or modification of any fire protection system. Construction documents for fire protection systems shall be submitted for review and approval prior to system installation. Plans received April 6, 2011.

IFGC - Inspection, testing and maintenance - alarm and extinguishing systems 901.6

2006 IFC 901.6- Inspection, testing and maintenance. Fire detection, alarm and extinguishing systems shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times, and shall be replaced or repaired where defective. Not required fire protection systems and equipment shall be inspected, tested and maintained or removed. The existing system shall have documentation of a current annual inspection.

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Coverage of the existing sprinkler system to be confirmed at inspection.

Address numbers required

2006 IFC 505.1- Address numbers. New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. In Multi-tenant commercial building where tenants have multiple entrances located on different sides of the building , each door shall be addressed. Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet letters. Numbers shall be a minimum of 4 inches (102 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch (12.7 mm). Action required: All exterior doors shall be posted with the address for the buisiness/suite. All doors shall use the same address. Verified at inspection.

Portable fire extinguishers - general

2006 IFC 906.2 - General requirements. Portable fire extinguishers shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with this section and NFPA 10. Action required: Provide on 2A:10B:C fire extinguisher at a conspicuous location. Verified at inspection.

Construction documents - Fire protection systems

2006 IFC 901.2- Construction documents. The fire code official shall have the authority to require construction documents and calculations for all fire protection systems and to require permits be issued for the installation, rehabilitation or modification of any fire protection system. Construction documents for fire protection systems shall be submitted for review and approval prior to system installation. Action required: Provide shop drawings for sprinkler system alteration.

Construction documents for fire alarm systems

2006 IFC 907.1.1- Construction documents. Construction documents for fire alarm systems shall be submitted for review and approval prior to system installation. Construction documents shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: 1. .A floor plan which indicates the use of all rooms. 2. Locations of alarm-initiating and notification appliances. 3. Alarm control and trouble signaling equipment. 4. Annunciation. 5. Power connection. 6. Battery calculations. 7. Conductor type and sizes. 8. Voltage drop calculations. 9. Manufacturers, model numbers and listing information for equipment, devices and materials. 10. Details of ceiling height and construction. 11. The interface of fire safety control functions. Action required: Show the location of new(restroom) and relocated alarm appliances.

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Provide a complete Code Analysis for the space.

Misc

2006 IFC 1006.3 Illumination emergency power. The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises’ electrical supply. In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate the following areas: 1. Aisles and unenclosed egress stairways in rooms and spaces that require two or more means of egress. 2. Corridors, exit enclosures and exit passageways in buildings required to have two or more exits. 3. Exterior egress components at other than the level of exit discharge until exit discharge is accomplished for buildings required to have two or more exits. 4. Interior exit discharge elements, as permitted in Section 1024.1, in buildings required to have two or more exits. 5. Exterior landings, as required by Section 1008.1.5, for exit discharge doorways in buildings required to have two or more exits. The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than 90 minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance with Section 2702 of the International Building Code. Action required: Provide emergency lighting as required, or indicate if lighting already exists and show location.

Misc

Specifications for the mechanical system have not been provided. Action required - Provide additional information.

Misc

Specifications for the plumbing work have not been provided. Action required - Provide additional information.

Mech - Outdoor air required

2006 IMC 403.2 - Outdoor air required. The minimum ventilation of outdoor air shall be determined in accordance with Section 403.3. Exception: Where the registered design professional demonstrates that an engineered ventilation system design will prevent the maximum concentration of contaminants from exceeding the obtainable by the rate of outdoor air ventilation determined in accordance with Section 403.3, the minimum required rate of outdoor air shall be reduced in accordance with such engineered system design. Action required - The outside air amount show on the plans is indicated to be a maximum when this is actually a minimum. Make needed corrections.

Bldg - Means of egress illumination - Emergency power

2006 IBC 1006.3 - Illumination emergency power. The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises electrical supply. In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate the following areas. 1. Aisles and unenclosed egress stairways in rooms and spaces that require two or more means of egress. 2. Corridors, exit enclosures and exit passageways in building required to have two or more exits. 3. Exterior egress components at other than the level of exit discharge until exit discharge is accomplished for buildings required to have two or more exits. 4. Interior exit discharge elements, as permitted in Section 1024.1, in buildings required to have two or more exits. 5. Exterior landings, as required by Section 1008.1.5, for exit discharge doorways in building required to have two or more exits. The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than 90 minutes and shall consist of storage batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance with Section 2702. Action required - Emergency lighting is required on the exterior of the building at the egress doors when two or more means of egress is required from a space. Provide additional on the plans.

Code analysis required

A code analysis shall be provided which includes but is not limited to occupancy type, occupant load, construction type, actual area, height and floors, allowable area, height and floors, and the codes to which the project is designed. Action required - Provide a complete code analysis for the space.

Bldg - Toilet rooms - Floor surface and walls

2006 IBC 1210.1 - Floors. In other than dwelling units, toilet and bathing room floors shall have a smooth, hard, nonabsorbent surface that extends upward onto the walls at least 6 inches. Action required - Provide additional information showing how this requirement will be met.

Bldg - Toilet rooms - Walls

2006 IBC 1210.2 - Walls. Walls within 2 feet of urinals and water closets shall have a smooth, hard, nonabsorbent surface, to a height of 4 feet above the floor, and except for structural elements, the materials used in such walls shall be of a type that is not adversely affected by moisture. Exceptions: 1. Dwelling units and sleeping units. 2. Toilet rooms that are not accessible to the public and which have not more than one water closet. Accessories such as grab bars, towel bars, paper dispensers and soap dishes, provided on or within walls, shall be installed and sealed to protect structural elements from moisture. Action required - Provide additional information showing how this requirement will be met.

Misc

ICC/ANSI A117.1-2003 604.10.6 - Flush controls. Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with Sections 309.2 and 309.4 and shall be installd 36 inches maximum above the floor. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet. Action required - The location of the flush control will be verified on inspection.

Bldg - Ramps - Slope

2006 IBC 1010.2 - Slope. Ramps used as part of a means of egress shall have a running slope not steeper than one unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (8-percent slope). The slope of other pedestrian ramps shall not be steeper than one unit vertical in eight units horizontal (12.5-percent slope). Exception: An aisle ramp slope in occupancies of Group A shall comply with Section 1025.11. Action required - Indicate maximum ramp slope on the plans.

Bldg - Ramps - Handrails

2006 IBC 1010.8 - Handrails. Ramps with a rise greater than 6 inches shall have handrails on both sides. Handrails shall comply with Section 1012. Action required - Detail B on Shee A1.1 does not indicate the required handrails. Provide additional information. Show the required handrails.