Lee's Summit

Construction documents for fire alarm systems

2018 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. Plans received November 15, 2023.

Installation acceptance testing

2018 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. Call (816) 969-1300 to schedule testing with the flow test of the sprinkler system.

Installation acceptance testing

2018 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. Call (816) 969-1300 to schedule hydrostatic and waterflow tests.

Miscellaneous Correction

NFPA 13 8.17.4.2.2 The trip test connection or manifold shall be located on the end of the most distant sprinkler pipe in the upper story and shall be equipped with an accessible shutoff valve and a plug not less than 1 in. (25 mm), of which at least one shall be brass. Provide a remote test. Verified at inspection.

Construction documents - Fire protection systems

2018 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 5/22/2023.

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. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Elevator Equipment Permit

Prior to the installation or construction of any elevator equipment, an elevator equipment permit shall be obtained from the Missouri Department of Public Safety or its authorized representative. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Elevator Equipment Inspection

Prior to the operation of any new elevator equipment or the issuance of the operating certificate, such elevator equipment shall be inspected by a licensed inspector. Testing must be performed in accordance with these rules and regulations. The testing must be witnessed by a licensed inspector. Contact the Lee's Summit Codes Administration. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Elevator Certificate of Inspection

Elevator Safety Act and Rules 701.361 - Each privately owned or operated installation and each installation owned or operated by the state of Missouri or any political subdivision of the state shall have a certificate of inspection and meet the safety code promulgated pursuant to sections 701.350 to 701.380. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Bldg - Premises identification/address 501.2

2012 IBC 501.2 – Premises identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved numbers or letters. Each character shall not be less than 3 inches high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch. They should be installed on a contrasting background and be plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. When required by the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Address numbers and letters shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Where access is by means of a private road and the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other approved sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address numbers shall be maintained. In multi-tenant commercial buildings where tenants have multiple entrances located on different sides of the building, each door shall be addressed. Address characters shall be capable of being illuminated by an internal or external lighting source. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. An address for this building has not yet been assigned. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

LC - MEP Subs

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. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

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. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter. 12/8/22 - not applicable as they have already paid the fee

Elevator Equipment Permit

Prior to the installation or construction of any elevator equipment, an elevator equipment permit shall be obtained from the Missouri Department of Public Safety or its authorized representative. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Elevator Equipment Inspection

Prior to the operation of any new elevator equipment or the issuance of the operating certificate, such elevator equipment shall be inspected by a licensed inspector. Testing must be performed in accordance with these rules and regulations. The testing must be witnessed by a licensed inspector. Contact the Lee's Summit Codes Administration. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Elevator Certificate of Inspection

Elevator Safety Act and Rules 701.361 - Each privately owned or operated installation and each installation owned or operated by the state of Missouri or any political subdivision of the state shall have a certificate of inspection and meet the safety code promulgated pursuant to sections 701.350 to 701.380. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Bldg - Premises identification/address 501.2

2012 IBC 501.2 – Premises identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved numbers or letters. Each character shall not be less than 3 inches high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch. They should be installed on a contrasting background and be plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. When required by the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Address numbers and letters shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Where access is by means of a private road and the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other approved sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address numbers shall be maintained. In multi-tenant commercial buildings where tenants have multiple entrances located on different sides of the building, each door shall be addressed. Address characters shall be capable of being illuminated by an internal or external lighting source. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. An address for this building has not yet been assigned. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

NEC Article 110.26 (C)(2) Large equipment

2017 NEC Article 110.26 (C) (3) Personnel Doors. Where equipment rated 800 A or more that contains overcurrent devices, switching devices, or control devices is installed and there is a personnel door(s) intended for entrance to and egress from the working space less than 25 feet from the nearest edge of the working space, the door(s) shall open in the direction of egress and be equipped with panic hardware. Action required: Provide panic hardware at doors 107.A, 112.A, & 203.A. field verified at inspections

IBC 1015.2 Where required - guard

2018 IBC 1015.2 Where required. (As amended by the City of Lee’s Summit) Guards shall be located along open-sided walking surfaces, including mezzanines, equipment platforms, aisles, stairs, ramps and landings that are located more than 30 inches measured vertically to the floor or grade below at any point within 36 inches horizontally to the edge of the open side. Guards shall be adequate in strength and attachment in accordance with Section 1607.8. Guards are required at retaining walls over 30” above grade when walking surfaces are within ten (10) feet of the high side of the retaining wall. (See code section for possible exceptions.) Action required: Stair guards are to protect entire flights when over 30" high. Modify 1/A6.02 & 1/A6.03 to comply.

Construction documents for fire alarm systems

2018 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- Provide shop drawings for review and approval.

Construction documents - Fire protection systems

2018 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 review and approval.

Installation acceptance testing

2018 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- Call (816) 969-1300 to schedule testing. All life safety systems shall be tested and operable before calling for an ocupancy inspection.

Construction documents for fire alarm systems

2018 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- Provide shop drawings for review and approval.

Construction documents - Fire protection systems

2018 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 review and approval.

Installation acceptance testing

2018 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- Call (816) 969-1300 to schedule testing. All life safety systems shall be tested and operable before calling for an ocupancy inspection.

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. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Elevator Equipment Permit

Prior to the installation or construction of any elevator equipment, an elevator equipment permit shall be obtained from the Missouri Department of Public Safety or its authorized representative. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Elevator Equipment Inspection

Prior to the operation of any new elevator equipment or the issuance of the operating certificate, such elevator equipment shall be inspected by a licensed inspector. Testing must be performed in accordance with these rules and regulations. The testing must be witnessed by a licensed inspector. Contact the Lee's Summit Codes Administration. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Elevator Certificate of Inspection

Elevator Safety Act and Rules 701.361 - Each privately owned or operated installation and each installation owned or operated by the state of Missouri or any political subdivision of the state shall have a certificate of inspection and meet the safety code promulgated pursuant to sections 701.350 to 701.380. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Bldg - Premises identification/address 501.2

2012 IBC 501.2 – Premises identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved numbers or letters. Each character shall not be less than 3 inches high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch. They should be installed on a contrasting background and be plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. When required by the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Address numbers and letters shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Where access is by means of a private road and the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other approved sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address numbers shall be maintained. In multi-tenant commercial buildings where tenants have multiple entrances located on different sides of the building, each door shall be addressed. Address characters shall be capable of being illuminated by an internal or external lighting source. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. An address for this building has not yet been assigned. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

NEC Article 110.26 (C)(2) Large equipment

2017 NEC Article 110.26 (C) (3) Personnel Doors. Where equipment rated 800 A or more that contains overcurrent devices, switching devices, or control devices is installed and there is a personnel door(s) intended for entrance to and egress from the working space less than 25 feet from the nearest edge of the working space, the door(s) shall open in the direction of egress and be equipped with panic hardware. Action required: Provide panic hardware at doors 107.A, 112.A, & 203.A

IBC 1015.2 Where required - guard

2018 IBC 1015.2 Where required. (As amended by the City of Lee’s Summit) Guards shall be located along open-sided walking surfaces, including mezzanines, equipment platforms, aisles, stairs, ramps and landings that are located more than 30 inches measured vertically to the floor or grade below at any point within 36 inches horizontally to the edge of the open side. Guards shall be adequate in strength and attachment in accordance with Section 1607.8. Guards are required at retaining walls over 30” above grade when walking surfaces are within ten (10) feet of the high side of the retaining wall. (See code section for possible exceptions.) Action required: Stair guards are to protect entire flights when over 30" high. Modify 1/A6.02 & 1/A6.03 to comply.

LC - MEP Subs

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. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

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. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

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. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Elevator Equipment Permit

Prior to the installation or construction of any elevator equipment, an elevator equipment permit shall be obtained from the Missouri Department of Public Safety or its authorized representative. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Elevator Equipment Inspection

Prior to the operation of any new elevator equipment or the issuance of the operating certificate, such elevator equipment shall be inspected by a licensed inspector. Testing must be performed in accordance with these rules and regulations. The testing must be witnessed by a licensed inspector. Contact the Lee's Summit Codes Administration. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Elevator Certificate of Inspection

Elevator Safety Act and Rules 701.361 - Each privately owned or operated installation and each installation owned or operated by the state of Missouri or any political subdivision of the state shall have a certificate of inspection and meet the safety code promulgated pursuant to sections 701.350 to 701.380. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Misc

2018 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. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Bldg - Premises identification/address 501.2

2012 IBC 501.2 – Premises identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved numbers or letters. Each character shall not be less than 3 inches high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch. They should be installed on a contrasting background and be plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. When required by the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Address numbers and letters shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Where access is by means of a private road and the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other approved sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address numbers shall be maintained. In multi-tenant commercial buildings where tenants have multiple entrances located on different sides of the building, each door shall be addressed. Address characters shall be capable of being illuminated by an internal or external lighting source. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. An address for this building has not yet been assigned. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Miscellaneous Correction

2018 IBC 713.4 Fire-Resistance rating. Shaft enclosures shall have a fire-resistance rating of not less than 2 hours where connecting four stories or more, and not less than 1 hour where connecting less than four stories. The number of stories connected by the shaft enclosure shall include any basements but not any mezzanines. Shaft enclosures shall be a fire-resistance rating not less than the floor assembly penetrated, but need not exceed 2 hours. Shaft enclosures shall meet the requirements of Section 703.2.1. Action required: Shaft walls must be 1 hour rated.

Bldg - Types I and II construction allowable materials 602.2

2018 IBC 602.2 Types I and II. Types I and II construction are those types of construction in which the building elements listed in Table 601 are of noncombustible materials, except as permitted in Section 603 and elsewhere in this code. Action required: Wood is not allowed in roof and/or parapet assemblies unless it is fire retardant treated. Modify relevant notes and details.

Accessibility - Vertical clearance 307.4

ICC A117.1-2017 Section 307.4 Vertical Clearance. Vertical clearance shall be 80 inches minimum. Rails or other barriers shall be provided where the vertical clearance is less than 80 inches. The leading edge of such rails or barrier shall be located 27 inches maximum above the floor. (see code for exception) Action required: Provide barriers beneath stairs.

Miscellaneous Correction

2018 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. Permanent ladders installed to provide the required access shall comply with the following minimum design criteria: 1. The side railing shall extend above the parapet or roof edge not less than 30" (see code section for additional construction requirements) Action required: Provide roof hatch details to verify compliance.

Miscellaneous Correction

2018 IBC 1803.1 General. Geotechnical investigations shall be conducted in accordance with Section 1803.2 and reported in accordance with Section 1803.6. Where required by the building official or where geotechnical investigations involve in-situ testing, laboratory testing or engineering calculations, such investigations shall be conducted by a registered design professional. Action required: Provide soils report to verify compliance.

Screening - Rooftop equipment

Unified Development Ordinance Article 8, Section 8.180.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: All mechanical equipment (including condensing units) must be behind screening.

Miscellaneous Correction

2017 NEC Article 230.2 (E) Identification. Where a building or structure is supplied by more than one service, or any combination of branch circuits, feeders, and services, a permanent plaque or directory shall be installed at each service disconnect location denoting all other services, feeders, and branch circuits supplying that building or structure and the area served by each. See 225.37. Action required: Specify electric service signage to verify compliance.

LC - General Contractor

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.

LC - MEP Subs

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. 11/6/19 - Acknowledged in letter.

Construction documents for fire alarm systems

2018 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) Provide three sets of PE stamped shop drawings for the fire alarm system.

Tenant identification

2018 IFC 403.11.1.5 - Tenant identification. Each occupied tenant space provided with a secondary exit to the exterior or exit corridor shall be provided with tenant identification by business name and/or address. Letters and numbers shall be posted on the corridor side of the door, be plainly legible and shall contrast with their background. (Informational Purposes)

Address numbers required

2018 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). (Verified At Inspection)

Knox box required

2018 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. (Verified At Inspection) Provide a Knox Box on the exterior of the building by the FDC. It can be ordered on Knoxbox.com

Construction documents - Fire protection systems

2018 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 three sets of PE stamped shop drawings for the fire sprinkler system. Class 1 standpipes required. 4 inch storz connection for the FDC.

Installation acceptance testing

2018 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. (Informational Purposes) Call (816)969-1300 to schedule testing. Testing must be complete before a final can be scheduled.

Misc

(Action Required) Provide a fire hydrant within 100 feet of the FDC.

Key boxes for non-standardized fire service elevator keys

2018 IFC 506.1.2 Key boxes for non-standardized fire service elevator keys. Key boxes provided for non-standardized fire service elevator keys shall comply with Section 506.1 and 506.2 or as approved by the fire code official. (Verified At Inspection) Provide a elevator Knox Box. Knox box to be mounted by the elevators on the first floor. Order at Knoxbox.com

Duct smoke detectors

2018 IFC 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 rquired 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 theis code and the International Mechanical Code. Duct smoke detectors shall not be used as a substitute for required open area detection. (Verified At Inspection) Duct detection required with CFM over 2000.

Door operations

2018 IFC 1010.1.9 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. (Verified At Inspection)

Construction documents for fire alarm systems

2018 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) Provide three sets of PE stamped shop drawings for the fire alarm system.

Tenant identification

2018 IFC 403.11.1.5 - Tenant identification. Each occupied tenant space provided with a secondary exit to the exterior or exit corridor shall be provided with tenant identification by business name and/or address. Letters and numbers shall be posted on the corridor side of the door, be plainly legible and shall contrast with their background. (Informational Purposes)

Address numbers required

2018 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). (Verified At Inspection)

Knox box required

2018 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) Provide a Knox Box on the exterior of the building by the FDC. It can be ordered on Knoxbox.com

Construction documents - Fire protection systems

2018 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 three sets of PE stamped shop drawings for the fire sprinkler system. Class 1 standpipes required. 4 inch storz connection for the FDC.

Installation acceptance testing

2018 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. (Informational Purposes) Call (816)969-1300 to schedule testing. Testing must be complete before a final can be scheduled.

Misc

(Action Required) Provide a fire hydrant within 100 feet of the FDC.

Key boxes for non-standardized fire service elevator keys

2018 IFC 506.1.2 Key boxes for non-standardized fire service elevator keys. Key boxes provided for non-standardized fire service elevator keys shall comply with Section 506.1 and 506.2 or as approved by the fire code official. (Action Required) Provide a elevator Knox Box. Knox box to be mounted by the elevators on the first floor. Order at Knoxbox.com

Duct smoke detectors

2018 IFC 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 rquired 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 theis code and the International Mechanical Code. Duct smoke detectors shall not be used as a substitute for required open area detection. (Action required) Duct detection required with CFM over 2000.

Door operations

2018 IFC 1010.1.9 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. (Verified At Inspection)

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.

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.

Elevator Equipment Permit

Prior to the installation or construction of any elevator equipment, an elevator equipment permit shall be obtained from the Missouri Department of Public Safety or its authorized representative. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes.

Elevator Equipment Inspection

Prior to the operation of any new elevator equipment or the issuance of the operating certificate, such elevator equipment shall be inspected by a licensed inspector. Testing must be performed in accordance with these rules and regulations. The testing must be witnessed by a licensed inspector. Contact the Lee's Summit Codes Administration. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes.

Elevator Certificate of Inspection

Elevator Safety Act and Rules 701.361 - Each privately owned or operated installation and each installation owned or operated by the state of Missouri or any political subdivision of the state shall have a certificate of inspection and meet the safety code promulgated pursuant to sections 701.350 to 701.380. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes.

Misc

2018 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.

Bldg - Premises identification/address 501.2

2012 IBC 501.2 – Premises identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved numbers or letters. Each character shall not be less than 3 inches high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch. They should be installed on a contrasting background and be plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. When required by the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Address numbers and letters shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Where access is by means of a private road and the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other approved sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address numbers shall be maintained. In multi-tenant commercial buildings where tenants have multiple entrances located on different sides of the building, each door shall be addressed. Address characters shall be capable of being illuminated by an internal or external lighting source. Action required: Comment is for informational purposes. An address for this building has not yet been assigned.

Miscellaneous Correction

2018 IBC 713.4 Fire-Resistance rating. Shaft enclosures shall have a fire-resistance rating of not less than 2 hours where connecting four stories or more, and not less than 1 hour where connecting less than four stories. The number of stories connected by the shaft enclosure shall include any basements but not any mezzanines. Shaft enclosures shall be a fire-resistance rating not less than the floor assembly penetrated, but need not exceed 2 hours. Shaft enclosures shall meet the requirements of Section 703.2.1. Action required: Shaft walls must be 1 hour rated.

Bldg - Types I and II construction allowable materials 602.2

2018 IBC 602.2 Types I and II. Types I and II construction are those types of construction in which the building elements listed in Table 601 are of noncombustible materials, except as permitted in Section 603 and elsewhere in this code. Action required: Wood is not allowed in roof and/or parapet assemblies unless it is fire retardant treated. Modify relevant notes and details.

Accessibility - Vertical clearance 307.4

ICC A117.1-2017 Section 307.4 Vertical Clearance. Vertical clearance shall be 80 inches minimum. Rails or other barriers shall be provided where the vertical clearance is less than 80 inches. The leading edge of such rails or barrier shall be located 27 inches maximum above the floor. (see code for exception) Action required: Provide barriers beneath stairs.

Miscellaneous Correction

2018 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. Permanent ladders installed to provide the required access shall comply with the following minimum design criteria: 1. The side railing shall extend above the parapet or roof edge not less than 30" (see code section for additional construction requirements) Action required: Provide roof hatch details to verify compliance.

Miscellaneous Correction

2018 IBC 1803.1 General. Geotechnical investigations shall be conducted in accordance with Section 1803.2 and reported in accordance with Section 1803.6. Where required by the building official or where geotechnical investigations involve in-situ testing, laboratory testing or engineering calculations, such investigations shall be conducted by a registered design professional. Action required: Provide soils report to verify compliance.

Screening - Rooftop equipment

Unified Development Ordinance Article 8, Section 8.180.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: All mechanical equipment (including condensing units) must be behind screening.

Miscellaneous Correction

2017 NEC Article 230.2 (E) Identification. Where a building or structure is supplied by more than one service, or any combination of branch circuits, feeders, and services, a permanent plaque or directory shall be installed at each service disconnect location denoting all other services, feeders, and branch circuits supplying that building or structure and the area served by each. See 225.37. Action required: Specify electric service signage to verify compliance.

LC - General Contractor

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.

LC - MEP Subs

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.