Lee's Summit

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 of the system will be required prior to the final occupancy inspection. Contact the fire department to schedule testing. (816)969-1300

Final Development Plan

The building permit for this project can not be issued until the Codes Administration Department has received the approved Final Development Plan from the Planning and Development Department. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 10/19/17 - acknowledged in letter

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2012 IBC 1704.2 Special inspections. Where application is made for construction as described in this section, the owner or the registered design professional in responsible charge acting as the owner’s agent shall employ one or more approved agencies to perform inspections during construction on the types of work listed under Section 1705. These inspections are in addition to the inspections identified in Lee’s Summit Code of Ordinances Chapter 7. (see code section for exceptions) Action required: Provide statement of special inspections / letter of responsibility from company contracted to perform special inspections. 10/19/17 - acknowledged in letter but not found in re-submittal documents

Screening - Rooftop equipment

Unified Development Ordinance Article 7, Section 7.180.E Roof mounted equipment – All roof-mounted equipment shall be screened entirely from view by using parapet walls at the same height as the mechanical units. For additions to existing buildings that do not meet this standard, individual screens will be permitted, with the design subject to approval by the Director. Action required: Make needed corrections to drawings that provide details as to how mechanical equipment will be screened per referenced UDO section. 10/19/17 - acknowledged in letter - to be field verified

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2012 IMC 306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment requiring access or appliances are located on an elevated structure or the roof of a building such that personnel will have to climb higher than 16 feet above grade to access such equipment or appliances, an interior or exterior means of access shall be provided. Such access shall not require climbing over obstructions greater than 30 inches in height or walking on roofs having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal. Such access shall not require the use of portable ladders. Where access involves climbing over parapet walls, the height shall be measured to the top of the parapet wall. (see code for design criteria) Action required: Provide permanent access to roof.

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Inadequate information as regards mezzanine. Action required: Provide detailed design information as concerns mezzanine including, but not limited to, construction materials, boundaries, etc. Also, square footage will be added to building area for maximum area calculations, restroom calculations, etc. 10/19/17 - clarifications provided in letter

Bldg - Toilet room wall finish 1210.2.2

2012 IBC 1210.2.2 – Walls and partitions. Walls and partitions with 2 feet of service sinks, urinals and water closets shall have a smooth, hard, nonabsorbent surface, to a height of not less than 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. (See code section for possible exceptions.) Action required: Specify compliant wall finish at restrooms. If paint is used it must be epoxy based. 10/19/17 - Update finish schedule or provide letter/sketch/similar to be attached to finish schedule drawing. 10/27/17 - updated schedule sent via email - printed and attached to drawings

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Verification of soils not provided. Action required: Provide geotech report to justify design assumption of 2,500 psf soils.

Engineered truss package

Copies of the engineered building package were not provided at the time of permit application. Action required: Provide engineered building package or request deferral. 10/19/17 - to be deferred per request

Misc

2012 IMC 506.3.13.3 Termination location. Exhaust outlets shall be located not less than 10 feet horizontally from parts of the same or contiguous buildings, adjacent buildings and adjacent property lines and shall be located not less than 10 feet above the adjoining grade level. Exhaust outlets shall be located not less than 10 feet horizontally from or not less than 3 feet above air intake openings into any buildings. (see code for exception) Action required: Specify method and location of exhaust duct termination at EF-1.

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2012 IPC 305.4 Freezing. Water, soil, and waste pipes shall not be installed outside of a building, in attics or crawl spaces, concealed in outside walls, or in any other place subjected to freezing temperatures unless adequate provision ins made to protect such pipes from freezing by insulation or heat or both. Exterior water supply system piping shall be installed not less than 6” below the frost line (42” below grade) and not less than 12 inches below grade. Action required: Specify method for protecting pipes from freezing in water entry/fire riser room. 10/19/17 - Clarified in letter that piping will be insulated. Heat is recommended.

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) The numeric address shall be readable from the addressed roadway (Lakewood Way)

Knox box required

2012 IFC 506.1- Where required. Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire code official is authorized to require a key box to be installed in an approved location. The key box shall be of an approved type and shall contain keys to gain necessary access as required by the fire code official. ACTION REQUIRED:(verified at inspection) Knox box can be obtained on line at knoxbox.com. The knox box shall be mounted on a exterior wall by the Fire Department Connection approx 5'-6' off finish grade. ACCESS GATES: Front access gates will require either a knox padlock if gates are chained and locked, a knox key switch if electronic controlled or a knox box to store a access card or access code. D103.5 Fire apparatus access road gates. Gates securing the fire apparatus access roads shall comply with all of the following criteria: 1. The minimum gate width shall be 20 feet (6096 mm). 2. Gates shall be of the swinging or sliding type. 3. Construction of gates shall be of materials that allow manual operation by one person. 4. Gate components shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times and replaced or repaired when defective. 5. Electric gates shall be equipped with a means of opening the gate by fire department personnel for emergency access. Emergency opening devices shall be approved by the fire code official. 6. Manual opening gates shall not be locked with a padlock or chain and padlock unless they are capable of being opened by means of forcible entry tools or when a key box containing the key(s) to the lock is installed at the gate location. 7. Locking device specifications shall be submitted for approval by the fire code official. 8. Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. 9. Gates intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with the requirements of ASTM F 2200.

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 the fire sprinkler system 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) field tests and acceptance testing will be required prior to the final occupancy inspection. contact the fire department to schedule tests. (816)969-1300.

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 and install fire extinguishers according to plans.

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 the fire alarm system to be installed.

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Door operations ACTION REQUIRED:(verified at inspection) No keyed locks on the egress side of an exit. [B] 1008.1.9 Door operations. Except as specifically permitted by this section egress doors shall be readily openable from the egress side without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort.

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Fire hydrant clearance ACTION REQUIRED: (verified at inspection) Security fencing shall be installed to have proper clearance for the operation of fire hydrants. 507.5.5 Clear space around hydrants. A 3-foot (914 mm) clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants, except as otherwise required or approved.

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: Field tests and acceptance testing of the system will be required prior to the final occupancy inspection. Contact the fire department to schedule tests. (816)969-1300.

Material safety and data sheets

2012 IFC 407.2- Material Safety Data Sheets. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all hazardous materials shall be readily available on the premises. ACTION REQUIRED:(information purposes) Building manager/owner shall provide data sheets with information on all solvents, cleaners, oils and or fuels to be utilized in the shop area.

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) The numeric address shall be readable from the addressed roadway (Lakewood Way)

Knox box required

2012 IFC 506.1- Where required. Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire code official is authorized to require a key box to be installed in an approved location. The key box shall be of an approved type and shall contain keys to gain necessary access as required by the fire code official. ACTION REQUIRED:(verified at inspection) Knox box can be obtained on line at knoxbox.com. The knox box shall be mounted on a exterior wall by the Fire Department Connection approx 5'-6' off finish grade.

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 the fire sprinkler system 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) field tests and acceptance testing will be required prior to the final occupancy inspection. contact the fire department to schedule tests. (816)969-1300.

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 and install fire extinguishers according to plans.

Misc

Civil plans ACTION REQUIRED: provide civil plan sheet C1.0 showing the FDC loaction in comparison to the fire hydrant loaction. There were no civil plans present in my set of plans. Please submit the C1.0 sheet showing the requested information.

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Hazardous Materials ACTION REQUIRED: Provide information on the quantities of new oil, waste oil, hydraulic oils and other bulk storage of hazardous materials that will be utilized in the shop.

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NFPA 704 placarding ACTION REQUIRED:(verified at inspection) all storage areas, areas of use and doors leading into these areas shall be labeled with a NFPA 704 hazardous materials placard indicating the hardard ratings of the materials in those areas and building.

Misc

Duct detection ACTION REQUIRED:Duct detection required for AHU's producing over 2,000 cfm 907.3.1 Duct smoke detectors. Smoke detectors installed in ducts shall be listed for the air velocity, temperature and humidity present in the duct. Duct smoke detectors shall be connected to the building’s fire alarm control unit when a fire alarm system is required by Section 907.2. Activation of a duct smoke detector shall initiate a visible and audible supervisory signal at a constantly attended location and shall perform the intended fire safety function in accordance with this code and the International Mechanical Code. Duct smoke detectors shall not be used as a substitute for required open area detection.

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 the fire alarm system to be installed.

Misc

Door operations ACTION REQUIRED:(verified at inspection) No keyed locks on the egress side of an exit. [B] 1008.1.9 Door operations. Except as specifically permitted by this section egress doors shall be readily openable from the egress side without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort.

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Emergency lighting ACTION REQUIRED: Plans don't show a lighting plan for the mezzanine, provide emergency lighting for the mezzanine and the stairway for the mezzanine.

Final Development Plan

The building permit for this project can not be issued until the Codes Administration Department has received the approved Final Development Plan from the Planning and Development Department. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes.

Misc

2012 IBC 1704.2 Special inspections. Where application is made for construction as described in this section, the owner or the registered design professional in responsible charge acting as the owner’s agent shall employ one or more approved agencies to perform inspections during construction on the types of work listed under Section 1705. These inspections are in addition to the inspections identified in Lee’s Summit Code of Ordinances Chapter 7. (see code section for exceptions) Action required: Provide statement of special inspections / letter of responsibility from company contracted to perform special inspections.

Screening - Rooftop equipment

Unified Development Ordinance Article 7, Section 7.180.E Roof mounted equipment – All roof-mounted equipment shall be screened entirely from view by using parapet walls at the same height as the mechanical units. For additions to existing buildings that do not meet this standard, individual screens will be permitted, with the design subject to approval by the Director. Action required: Make needed corrections to drawings that provide details as to how mechanical equipment will be screened per referenced UDO section.

Misc

2012 IMC 306.5 Equipment and appliances on roofs or elevated structures. Where equipment requiring access or appliances are located on an elevated structure or the roof of a building such that personnel will have to climb higher than 16 feet above grade to access such equipment or appliances, an interior or exterior means of access shall be provided. Such access shall not require climbing over obstructions greater than 30 inches in height or walking on roofs having a slope greater than 4 units vertical in 12 units horizontal. Such access shall not require the use of portable ladders. Where access involves climbing over parapet walls, the height shall be measured to the top of the parapet wall. (see code for design criteria) Action required: Provide permanent access to roof.

Misc

Inadequate information as regards mezzanine. Action required: Provide detailed design information as concerns mezzanine including, but not limited to, construction materials, boundaries, etc. Also, square footage will be added to building area for maximum area calculations, restroom calculations, etc.

Bldg - Toilet room wall finish 1210.2.2

2012 IBC 1210.2.2 – Walls and partitions. Walls and partitions with 2 feet of service sinks, urinals and water closets shall have a smooth, hard, nonabsorbent surface, to a height of not less than 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. (See code section for possible exceptions.) Action required: Specify compliant wall finish at restrooms. If paint is used it must be epoxy based.

Misc

Verification of soils not provided. Action required: Provide geotech report to justify design assumption of 2,500 psf soils.

Engineered truss package

Copies of the engineered building package were not provided at the time of permit application. Action required: Provide engineered building package or request deferral.

Misc

2012 IMC 506.3.13.3 Termination location. Exhaust outlets shall be located not less than 10 feet horizontally from parts of the same or contiguous buildings, adjacent buildings and adjacent property lines and shall be located not less than 10 feet above the adjoining grade level. Exhaust outlets shall be located not less than 10 feet horizontally from or not less than 3 feet above air intake openings into any buildings. (see code for exception) Action required: Specify method and location of exhaust duct termination at EF-1.

Misc

2012 IPC 305.4 Freezing. Water, soil, and waste pipes shall not be installed outside of a building, in attics or crawl spaces, concealed in outside walls, or in any other place subjected to freezing temperatures unless adequate provision ins made to protect such pipes from freezing by insulation or heat or both. Exterior water supply system piping shall be installed not less than 6” below the frost line (42” below grade) and not less than 12 inches below grade. Action required: Specify method for protecting pipes from freezing in water entry/fire riser room.

Material safety and data sheets

2012 IFC 407.2- Material Safety Data Sheets. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all hazardous materials shall be readily available on the premises. ACTION REQUIRED:(information purposes) Building manager/owner shall provide data sheets with information on all solvents, cleaners, oils and or fuels to be utilized in the shop area.

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) The numeric address shall be readable from the addressed roadway (Lakewood Way)

Knox box required

2012 IFC 506.1- Where required. Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire code official is authorized to require a key box to be installed in an approved location. The key box shall be of an approved type and shall contain keys to gain necessary access as required by the fire code official. ACTION REQUIRED:(verified at inspection) Knox box can be obtained on line at knoxbox.com. The knox box shall be mounted on a exterior wall by the Fire Department Connection approx 5'-6' off finish grade.

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: Have the fire sprinkler system contractor provide shop drawings for approval of the fire sprinkler system 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) field tests and acceptance testing will be required prior to the final occupancy inspection. contact the fire department to schedule tests. (816)969-1300.

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 and install fire extinguishers according to plans.

Misc

Civil plans ACTION REQUIRED: provide civil plans showing the FDC loaction in comparison to the fire hydrant loaction. There shall to be a fire hydrant within 100' of the FDC.

Misc

Hazardous Materials ACTION REQUIRED: Provide information on the quantities of new oil, waste oil, hydraulic oils and other bulk storage of hazardous materials that will be utilized in the shop.

Misc

NFPA 704 placarding ACTION REQUIRED:(verified at inspection) all storage areas, areas of use and doors leading into these areas shall be labeled with a NFPA 704 hazardous materials placard indicating the hardard ratings of the materials in those areas and building.

Misc

Duct detection ACTION REQUIRED:Duct detection required for AHU's producing over 2,000 cfm 907.3.1 Duct smoke detectors. Smoke detectors installed in ducts shall be listed for the air velocity, temperature and humidity present in the duct. Duct smoke detectors shall be connected to the building’s fire alarm control unit when a fire alarm system is required by Section 907.2. Activation of a duct smoke detector shall initiate a visible and audible supervisory signal at a constantly attended location and shall perform the intended fire safety function in accordance with this code and the International Mechanical Code. Duct smoke detectors shall not be used as a substitute for required open area detection.

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 the fire alarm system to be installed.

Misc

Door operations ACTION REQUIRED:No keyed locks on the egress side of an exit. [B] 1008.1.9 Door operations. Except as specifically permitted by this section egress doors shall be readily openable from the egress side without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort.

Misc

Emergency lighting ACTION REQUIRED: Plans don't show a lighting plan for the mezzanine, provide emergency lighting for the mezzanine and the stairway for the mezzanine.