Lee's Summit

LC - General Contractor

Lee's Summit Code of Ordinance, Section7-130.4 - Business License. (excerpt) No person, other than a licensed contractor or employees of a licensed contractor, shall engage in electrical, plumbing or mechanical business, construction, installation or maintenance unless duly licensed in accordance with this section. Action required: MEP subcontractors are required to be listed on permit. Provide company names of licensed MEP contractors.

LC - MEP Subs

Lee's Summit Code of Ordinance, Section7-130.10 - Business License. It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in the construction contracting business without first obtaining a business license as required under the applicable provisions of Chapter 28 of the Lee's Summit Code of Ordinances. Action required: Either a Class A or Class B license is required. Provide the name of the licensed general contractor.

License Tax Application

A License Tax application completed by the contractor must be submitted to the City of Lee's Summit, Codes Administration Department, and any applicable License Tax paid prior to issuing a building permit. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes.

Health Dept Review

For the Health Department review contact Deb Sees with the Jackson County Public Works Department, Environmental Services Division, at (816) 847-7070. Health Department approval is required prior to receiving any type of building permit from the City of Lee's Summit. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes.

Health Dept Inspection

For the Health Department inspection contact Deb Sees with the Jackson County Public Works Department, Environmental Health Division at (816) 847-7070. Health Department approval is required prior to receiving any type of Occupancy from the City of Lee's Summit. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes.

Misc

2012 IBC 602.1 General. Buildings and structures erected or to be erected, altered or extended in height or area shall be classified in one of the five construction types defined in Sections 602.2 through 602.5. the building elements shall have a fire-resistance rating not less than that specified in Table 601 and exterior walls shall have a fire resistance rating not less than that specified in Table 602. Where required to have a fire-resistance rating by Table 601, building elements shall comply with the applicable provisions of Section 703.2. The protection for openings, ducts and air transfer openings in building elements shall not be required unless required by other provisions of this code. Action required: This building is a Type 5B. Revise code analysis.

Misc

2012 IMC 507.9 Clearances for Type I hood. A Type I hood shall be installed with a clearance to combustibles of not less than 18”. Exception: Clearance shall not be required from gypsum wallboard or ½ inch or thicker cementitious wallboard attached to noncombustible structures provided that a smooth, cleanable, nonabsorbent and noncombustible material is installed between the hood and the gypsum or cementitious wallboard over an area extending not less than 18 inches in all directions from the hood. Action required: Provide verification that hood is attached to a wall built with non-combustible construction. i.e. metal studs. Also, specify non-combustible surface that extends at least 18" beyond hood. 9/20/17 - wall verified to be noncombustible per architect's letter

Misc

2012 IMC 507.2 Where Required. A Type I or Type II hood shall be installed at or above all commercial cooking appliances in accordance with Sections 507.2.1 and 507.2.2. Where any cooking appliance under a single hood requires a Type I hood, a Type I hood shall be installed. Where a Type II hood is required, a Type I or Type II hood shall be installed. Exception: Where cooking appliances are equipped with integral down-draft exhaust systems and such appliances and exhaust systems are listed and labeled for the application in accordance with NFPA 96, a hood shall not be required at or above them. Action required: Provide verification that "Chinese Stove" is not required to be under hood.

Screening - Rooftop equipment

Planning and Development - Commercial businesses located along existing public streets shall be subject to the following design standards: a. buildings shall be designed with four (4) sided architecture, the same level of finish on all sides (no "back"); b. rooftop or ground-level mechanical equipment shall be totally screened from view by using either parapet walls at the same height of the mechanical units for rooftop mounts or by providing screening for ground mounted units acceptable to the Director; c. Wherever possible, parking areas and pedestrian walks shall connect internally to parking areas and pedestrian walks of existing adjoining businesses. Provisions shall be make for future connections to adjoining property not yet developed or redeveloped. Action required: Provide compliant screening at new rooftop equipment or provide verification that existing screening is adequate. 9/20/17 - acknowledged in letter - to be field verified.

Misc

2011 NEC 210.63 Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration Equipment Outlet. A 125-volt, single-phase, 15- or 20-ampere-rated receptacle outlet shall be installed at an accessible location for the servicing of heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. The receptacle shall be located on the same level and within 25 feet of the heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. The receptacle outlet shall not be connected to the load side of the equipment disconnecting means. Action required: Provide receptacle(s) within 25' of new rooftop equipment.

Construction documents for fire alarm systems

2012 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: (information purposes) Have the fire alarm system contractor provide shop drawings for approval of any modifications to be done to the fire alarm system.

Address numbers required

2012 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: (verified at inspection) Address shall be readable from the roadway.

Construction documents - Fire protection systems

2012 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: (information purposes) Have the Fire sprinkler system contractor provide shop drawings for approval of any modifications to be done to the fire sprinkler system. Have the Kitchen hood suppression system contractor provide the manufactures specs for the suppression system for the kitchen hood to be installed.

Installation acceptance testing

2012 IFC 901.5- Installation acceptance testing. Fire detection and alarm systems, fire-extinguishing systems, fire hydrant systems, fire standpipe systems, fire pump systems, private fire service mains and all other fire protection systems and appurtenances thereto shall be subject to acceptance tests as contained in the installation standards and as approved by the fire code official. The fire code official shall be notified before any required acceptance testing. The fire code official shall be notified 48 hours before any required acceptance test. ACTION REQUIRED:(information purposes) Acceptance testing for the fire alarm system and the kitchen hood system will be required prior to the final occupancy inspection. To schedule testing contact the fire department. 816-969-1300

Misc

kitchen hood monitoring ACTION REQUIRED: Wire the kitchen hood suppression system into the fire alarm panel for the shopping mall 904.3.4 Alarms and warning signs. Where alarms are required to indicate the operation of automatic fire-extinguishing systems, distinctive audible, visible alarms and warning signs shall be provided to warn of pending agent discharge. Where exposure to automatic-extinguishing agents poses a hazard to persons and a delay is required to ensure the evacuation of occupants before agent discharge, a separate warning signal shall be provided to alert occupants once agent discharge has begun. Audible signals shall be in accordance with Section 907.5.2. 904.3.5 Monitoring. Where a building fire alarm system is installed, automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be monitored by the building fire alarm system in accordance with NFPA 72.

Portable fire extinguishers for commercial cooking equipment.

2012 IFC 904.11.5- Portable fire extinguishers for commercial cooking equipment. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided within a 30-foot (9144 mm) travel distance of commercial-type cooking equipment. Cooking equipment involving vegetable or animal oils and fats shall be protected by a Class K rated portable extinguisher. ACTION REQUIRED: (verified at inspection) Provide a K-class fire extinguisher according to the plan comments

Portable fire extinguishers - general

2012 IFC 906.2 - General requirements. Portable fire extinguishers shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with this section and NFPA 10. ACTION REQUIRED: (verified at inspection) Provide one 2A-10BC fire extinguisher. Extinguisher to be mounted by the rear exit.

License Tax Application

A License Tax application completed by the contractor must be submitted to the City of Lee's Summit, Codes Administration Department, and any applicable License Tax paid prior to issuing a building permit. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes.

Health Dept Review

For the Health Department review contact Deb Sees with the Jackson County Public Works Department, Environmental Services Division, at (816) 847-7070. Health Department approval is required prior to receiving any type of building permit from the City of Lee's Summit. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes.

Health Dept Inspection

For the Health Department inspection contact Deb Sees with the Jackson County Public Works Department, Environmental Health Division at (816) 847-7070. Health Department approval is required prior to receiving any type of Occupancy from the City of Lee's Summit. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes.

Misc

2012 IBC 602.1 General. Buildings and structures erected or to be erected, altered or extended in height or area shall be classified in one of the five construction types defined in Sections 602.2 through 602.5. the building elements shall have a fire-resistance rating not less than that specified in Table 601 and exterior walls shall have a fire resistance rating not less than that specified in Table 602. Where required to have a fire-resistance rating by Table 601, building elements shall comply with the applicable provisions of Section 703.2. The protection for openings, ducts and air transfer openings in building elements shall not be required unless required by other provisions of this code. Action required: This building is a Type 5B. Revise code analysis.

Misc

2012 IMC 507.9 Clearances for Type I hood. A Type I hood shall be installed with a clearance to combustibles of not less than 18”. Exception: Clearance shall not be required from gypsum wallboard or ½ inch or thicker cementitious wallboard attached to noncombustible structures provided that a smooth, cleanable, nonabsorbent and noncombustible material is installed between the hood and the gypsum or cementitious wallboard over an area extending not less than 18 inches in all directions from the hood. Action required: Provide verification that hood is attached to a wall built with non-combustible construction. i.e. metal studs. Also, specify non-combustible surface that extends at least 18" beyond hood.

Misc

2012 IMC 507.2 Where Required. A Type I or Type II hood shall be installed at or above all commercial cooking appliances in accordance with Sections 507.2.1 and 507.2.2. Where any cooking appliance under a single hood requires a Type I hood, a Type I hood shall be installed. Where a Type II hood is required, a Type I or Type II hood shall be installed. Exception: Where cooking appliances are equipped with integral down-draft exhaust systems and such appliances and exhaust systems are listed and labeled for the application in accordance with NFPA 96, a hood shall not be required at or above them. Action required: Provide verification that "Chinese Stove" is not required to be under hood.

Screening - Rooftop equipment

Planning and Development - Commercial businesses located along existing public streets shall be subject to the following design standards: a. buildings shall be designed with four (4) sided architecture, the same level of finish on all sides (no "back"); b. rooftop or ground-level mechanical equipment shall be totally screened from view by using either parapet walls at the same height of the mechanical units for rooftop mounts or by providing screening for ground mounted units acceptable to the Director; c. Wherever possible, parking areas and pedestrian walks shall connect internally to parking areas and pedestrian walks of existing adjoining businesses. Provisions shall be make for future connections to adjoining property not yet developed or redeveloped. Action required: Provide compliant screening at new rooftop equipment or provide verification that existing screening is adequate.

Misc

2011 NEC 210.63 Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration Equipment Outlet. A 125-volt, single-phase, 15- or 20-ampere-rated receptacle outlet shall be installed at an accessible location for the servicing of heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. The receptacle shall be located on the same level and within 25 feet of the heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. The receptacle outlet shall not be connected to the load side of the equipment disconnecting means. Action required: Provide receptacle(s) within 25' of new rooftop equipment.

LC - General Contractor

Lee's Summit Code of Ordinance, Section7-130.4 - Business License. (excerpt) No person, other than a licensed contractor or employees of a licensed contractor, shall engage in electrical, plumbing or mechanical business, construction, installation or maintenance unless duly licensed in accordance with this section. Action required: MEP subcontractors are required to be listed on permit. Provide company names of licensed MEP contractors.

LC - MEP Subs

Lee's Summit Code of Ordinance, Section7-130.10 - Business License. It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in the construction contracting business without first obtaining a business license as required under the applicable provisions of Chapter 28 of the Lee's Summit Code of Ordinances. Action required: Either a Class A or Class B license is required. Provide the name of the licensed general contractor.

Construction documents for fire alarm systems

2012 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: (information purposes) Have the fire alarm system contractor provide shop drawings for approval of any modifications to be done to the fire alarm system.

Address numbers required

2012 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: (verified at inspection) Address shall be readable from the roadway.

Construction documents - Fire protection systems

2012 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: (information purposes) Have the Fire sprinkler system contractor provide shop drawings for approval of any modifications to be done to the fire sprinkler system. Have the Kitchen hood suppression system contractor provide the manufactures specs for the suppression system for the kitchen hood to be installed.

Installation acceptance testing

2012 IFC 901.5- Installation acceptance testing. Fire detection and alarm systems, fire-extinguishing systems, fire hydrant systems, fire standpipe systems, fire pump systems, private fire service mains and all other fire protection systems and appurtenances thereto shall be subject to acceptance tests as contained in the installation standards and as approved by the fire code official. The fire code official shall be notified before any required acceptance testing. The fire code official shall be notified 48 hours before any required acceptance test. ACTION REQUIRED:(information purposes) Acceptance testing for the fire alarm system and the kitchen hood system will be required prior to the final occupancy inspection. To schedule testing contact the fire department. 816-969-1300

Misc

kitchen hood monitoring ACTION REQUIRED: Wire the kitchen hood suppression system into the fire alarm panel for the shopping mall 904.3.4 Alarms and warning signs. Where alarms are required to indicate the operation of automatic fire-extinguishing systems, distinctive audible, visible alarms and warning signs shall be provided to warn of pending agent discharge. Where exposure to automatic-extinguishing agents poses a hazard to persons and a delay is required to ensure the evacuation of occupants before agent discharge, a separate warning signal shall be provided to alert occupants once agent discharge has begun. Audible signals shall be in accordance with Section 907.5.2. 904.3.5 Monitoring. Where a building fire alarm system is installed, automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be monitored by the building fire alarm system in accordance with NFPA 72.

Portable fire extinguishers for commercial cooking equipment.

2012 IFC 904.11.5- Portable fire extinguishers for commercial cooking equipment. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided within a 30-foot (9144 mm) travel distance of commercial-type cooking equipment. Cooking equipment involving vegetable or animal oils and fats shall be protected by a Class K rated portable extinguisher. ACTION REQUIRED: (verified at inspection) Provide a K-class fire extinguisher according to the plan comments

Portable fire extinguishers - general

2012 IFC 906.2 - General requirements. Portable fire extinguishers shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with this section and NFPA 10. ACTION REQUIRED: (verified at inspection) Provide one 2A-10BC fire extinguisher. Extinguisher to be mounted by the rear exit.