HomeMy WebLinkAboutBLD08-057BUILDING PERMIT
City of Port Townsend
Development Services Department
250 Madison Street, Suite 3, Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360)379-5095
Project Information
Permit Type Residential - Addition/Remodel
Site Address 1335 QUINCY ST
Project Description
1335 Quincy Street SFR Demo & Remodel
Names Associated with this Project
Type
Name Contact
Applicant
Grobe Lawrence E
Owner
Grobe Lawrence E
Contractor
Mills Remodeling & Design
Permit # BLD08-057
Project Name 1335 Quincy Street Demo & Remodel
Parcel # 984600805
License
Phone # Type License # Exp Date
(360) 732-7373 STATE MILLSRD935R 12/29/2009
Fee Information Project Details
Dwellings — Basements — Semi Finished 540 SQFT
Project Valuation $132,289.00 Dwellings — Type V Wood Frame 1,120 SQFT
Building Permit Fee 1,178.55
Plan Re -view Fee 766.06
State Building Code Council Fee 4.50
Technology Fee for Building Permit 23.57
Record Retention Fee for Building - 10.00
Permit
Total Fees $1,982.68
* * * SEE ATTACHED CONDITIONS -***
Call 385-2294 by 3:00pm for next day inspection.
Permits expire 180 days from issuance if work is not commenced, or if work is suspended for a period of 180
days. Work is verified by obtaining a valid inspection.
The granting of this permit shall not be construed as approval to violate any provisions of the PTMC or other laws or regulations. I certify
that the information provided as a part of the application for this permit is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further certify
that I am the owner of the property or authorized agent of the owner,
Print Name Lo� v
Date Issued:
Issued By:
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City of Port Townsend
Development Services Department
TWA 250 Madison Street, Suite 3, Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360)379-5095
Project Information Permit # BLD08-057
Permit Type Residential - Addition/Remodel
Site Address 1335 QUINCY ST
Project Description
1335 Quincy Street SFR Demo & Remodel
Conditions
Project Name 1335 Quincy Street Demo & Remodel
Parcel # 984600805
10. Property corner survey pins must be located at time of f000ting inspection to verify setbacks.
20. Install on -site stormwater management per perk tests, Engineering Design Standards and DOE 2005 Stormwater
Management Manual. Inspection required before covering.
30. Install drywell per detail enslosed and size according to perk test results. All infiltration systems should be at least 10
feet from any structure, property line or sensitive area.
Call 385-2294 by 3:00pm for next day inspection.
Permits expire 180 days from issuance if work is not commenced, or if work is suspended for a period of 180
days. Work is verified by obtaining a valid inspection.
The granting of this permit shall not be construed as approval to violate any provisions of the PTMC or other laws or regulations_ I certify
that the information provided as a part of the application for this permit is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further certify
that I am the owner of the property or authorized agent of the owner.
Print Name�'�s�'� fl�,� Date Issued:
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City of Port Townsend
Development Services Department
250 Madison Street, Suite 3
Port Townsend WA 98368
360-379-5095 Fax 360-344-4619
REVISION TO BUILDING PERMIT #� „ _ DS Revision #
OWNER• �7r/-) SITE ADDRESS:
Total Value of Revision: $ Impervious Surface Change? ❑ Yes
'l(No
Revisions require 2 sets of plans and a written scope of workthat fully describes the proposed change plus any
additional information that will be of assistance in issuing your revision. If your plans were stamped by a design
professional, all revision submittals require a stamp with a wet signature. Be avare that changes to the existing
approved plans may also require you to revise your original building permit application (lot coverage, impervious
surface, structure square footage, etc.) and energy code documents (changing windows, heat source, etc.) to
conform to your proposed changes.
Applicant Signature
OFFICE USE ONLY:.
Submittal date:
Date
Two sets of plans for revision:
Approval of engineer of record (if original plans engineered): ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ NA
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City of Port Townsend
` Development Services Department
` 250 Madison Street, Suite 3, Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360)379-5095
GROBE LA W RENCE E
1335 QUINCY ST
PORT TOWNSEND WA 98368-5320
Application No BLD08-057
Project: 1335 Quincy Street Demo & Remodel
Application Type Residential - Addition/Remodel
Parcel 984600805
Subdivision: AL PETTYGROVE ADDITION Block/Lol
Site Address: 1335 QUINCY ST
Invoice
Date: 18-APR-08
Invoice # :140
Description
Fee Amount Paid/Credit
Balance Due
Building Permit Fee
$1178.55 $0.00
$1178.55
Plan Review Fee
$766,06 $150.00
$616.06
State Building Code Council Fee
$4„50 $0.00
$4„50
Technology Fee for Building Permit
$23„57 $0.00
$23.57
Record Retention Fee for Building Permit
$10.00 $0,00
$10.00
Total Fee Amount:
$1982,68
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$1832 688
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Project Address:
Residential Building Permit Application
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Legal Description (or Tax#):
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� Applications accepted by mail must include a check for initial plan review fee of $150
� See the "Residential Building Permit Application Requirements" for details on
plan submittal requirements.
Property Owner:
Name:
Phone
Contractor -
Name
Phone&(1-14.J� L ...... �z 33 54i
City Business License #:
Lender Information:
Lender information must be provided for projects
over $5.000invaluation per RCVV10.2�.UQ5.
Name:
Project Valuation:
Building Information (square feet):
Basement,-541001s, it
finished? Yes NOK
New[] Addition/V
Remodel/Repair 11
Total Lot Coverage (Building Footprint):
�I 'FAA�Wno ",,,'!"w , e i�ands on the property? Y
| hereby certifySTiorized to act on behalf of the owner
and �atuUuoh�Uana000duVodv�Uhthis permit md|C�e in accordance with State Laws and the Port Townsend Municipal Code.
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Signature:__ Date:
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION
CHECKLIST
This checklist is for new dwellings, additions, remodels, and garages. The purpose is to show
what you intend to build, where it will be located on your lot, and how it will be constructed.
❑ Residential permit application.
❑ Washington State Energy & Ventilation Code forms
❑ Two (2) sets of plans with North arrow and scaled, no smaller than '/4" = 1 foot:
❑ A site plan showing:
1. Legal description and parcel number (or tax number),
2. Property lines and dimensions
3. Setbacks from all sides of the proposed structure to the property lines in accordance with a
pinned boundary line survey
4. On -site parking and driveway with dimensions
5. Street names and any easements or vacations
6. Location and diameter of existing trees
7. Utility lines
8. If applicable, existing or proposed septic system location
9. Delineated critical areas boundaries and buffers
Foundation plan:
1. Footings and foundation walls
2. Post and beam sizes and spans
3. Floor joist size and layout
4. Holdowns
5. Foundation venting
71 Floor plan:
1. Room use and dimensions
2. Braced wall panel locations
3. Smoke detector locations
4. Attic access
5. Plumbing and mechanical fixtures
6. Occupancy separation between dwelling and garage (if applicable)
7. Window, skylight, and door locations, including escape windows and safety glazing
Wall section:
1. Footing size, reinforcement, depth below grade
2. Foundation wall, height, width, reinforcement, anchor bolts, and washers
3. Floor joist size and spacing
4. Wall stud size and spacing
5. Header size and spank -
6. Wall sheathing, weather resistant barrier, a cj siding material
7. Sheet rock and insulation
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8. Rafters, ceiling joists, rtrOsses, with blocking and positive connections
9. Ceiling height ,s
10. Roof sheathing, roofi�ig material, roof it � tti � e'n ilation
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❑ Exterior elevations (all fo r) wifh istir g sIope,of.
edIan in relation to all proposed structures
If architecturally design, o 'o` _set oaf plane must e an on anal signature
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If engineered, one set of plans must have one original sign-ature
For new dwelling construction, Street & Utility or Minor Improvement application
CERTIFICATE OF REVIEW
and
FINDINGS OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE
Design Review Application lw1PC08-009 Robert Mills
The Port Townsend Historic Preservation Committee has completed its design review of the:
Partial demolition of a residential structure
Representative: Robert Mills,
For the building located at: 1335 Quincy Street
The building classification: (highlight one): N/A
Pivotal Primary Secondary Altered Historic/Recent Compatible Intrusion
Review of the project is: Mandatory per Ordinance 2969
Compliance with review is: Mandatory per Ordinance 2969
The review was conducted pursuant to Chapter 17.30 and of the Port Townsend Municipal Code,
and was based on the application submitted on April 10, 2008
HPC Subcommittee: Gee Heckscher & Marsha Moratti
Applicable Guidelines: Criteria for determining historical significance per Section 2 of
Ordinance 2969.
After review and analysis of relevant criteria (attached), the Historic Preservation Committee
finds that the proposed partial demolition: (circle one)
DOES NOT INVOLVE A HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT STRUCTURE
DOES INVOLVE A HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT STRUCTURE
within the C
Issued this
Approved
disapprove+
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DSD Director (�r d ignc,
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CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND
NOTICE OF APPLICATI�'t'
CONDTIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATIAN # It3P08-007
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Proposal: Establishment of a Port Townsend School of Woodw,,orkin
Agent: Tim Lawson (360) 440-7660
Dates: Application: 1/15/08
Determined Complete: 1/17/08
Notice of Application: 1/23/08
Location: Within the old Power House Building (#315) at Fort Worden State Park which is found in
Section 35, Township 31 North, Range 1 West, W.M. The park address is 200 Battery
Way. The Jefferson County Assessor's pacel number is 101 341 005
Description: The request is for minor Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approval to open and operate an
educational institution (a woodworking school) within the P/OS zoning district. The Port
Townsend School of Woodworking plans tooffer a year-round education in woodworking
with a mixture of day and evening classes; week and two week-long classes; and
ultimately twelve -week long residential intensive programs. The focus will be hand�on
courses limited to 12 students; however, sane one -day and evening courses may be
offered to as many as 24 students at one time. Parking is provided throughout the Fort
Worden State Park complex.
No other special studies or plans were requested for submittal of the application. Other permits (uiuding
other agencies) not included in the application, to the extent known by the City may include a building
permit for interior work to the existing building.
Location of Documents Available for Review:
Contact:
City of Port Townsend
Development Services Delartment
Waterman & Katz Building
250 Madison Street, Suite 3
Port Townsend, WA 98368
John McDonagh, DSD Planner
(360) 344-3070
Any person has the right to submit comments, receive notice of and participate in any hearings, request a
copy of the application, and appeal the decision. The comment period expires February 12, 2008. Written
comments must be received by the Development Services Department no later than 4:00 p.m., same date.
A statement of consistency will be made following review oflte application with the density and use
provisions of the underlying P/OS zone (PTMC 17.24), the criteria for Conditional Use Permit approval
(PTMC 17.84) and the City's Comprehensive Plan. A final decision on the application will be made
within 120 days of the date of the Determination of Completeness.
Prescriptive Approach — Simple Form
For the Washington State Energy Code (2004 Second Edition)
Climate Zone 1
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Notes:
Table 6-1
PRESCRIPTIVE REQUIREMENTS 0" FOR GROUP R-3 OCCUPANCY
CLIMATE ZONE 1
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Glazing Glazin U-Factor 9 Wall Wall Wall Slab
Option o Area to Door 2 Vaulted Above Int Ext On
/o of Floor Vertical overhead" U-factor Ceiling Ceiling' Grade Below Below Floors Grade
Grade Grade
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Group R-3 0.40 0.58 0.20 R-38 R-30 R-21 R-21 R-10 R-30 R-10
Occupancy
Only
See the code text for footnote references
This project complies with the following: G1 /*Zit&(9 266.5 sy r+ F-100a 1660 sy'Fl
✓ The project is a single family residence or duplex.
✓ The project is wood frame OR all of the insulation is interior or exterior of the
✓ All building components meet the requirements listed in Table 6-1, Option N
✓ The project will meet all other provisions of the WSEC and VIAQ.
The project will take advantage of the following exceptions to the prescriptive
❑ 602.6 Exception 1. Doors with a U-factor of 0.40 (or less) allowed, Option IV
Location of the door(s) taking this exception -
❑ 602.6 Exception 2. One door, that is 24 ft.2 or less, which does not meet the standards, is allowed.
Location of the door taking this exception
Copied by permission from the Washington State University Cooperative Extension Energy Program
Copyright 2006
WSUEEP06-016 Prescriptive — Simple Form — Climate Zone 1 8/8/2006
City of Port Townsend
Development Services Department
250 Madison Street, Suite 3
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-5095 Fax: (360) 344-4619
Inspection Request Line (360) 385-2294
I�ESI ENTIAL PLAN" REVIEW CHECKLIST
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• 2006 International Residential Code (IRC) WAC51'-51
2006 International Building Code (IBC) WAC51-50
. 2006 International Mechanical Code (IMC) WAC 51.-52
• 2006 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) WAC 51-56 & 51-57
• 2006 Washington State Energy Code (WSEC), WAC 51-11
2006 Washington State Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code (WSVIAQ), WAC 51-13
• Seismic Zone D1 , Wind load 85 mph, Exposure S C. or D(provide specs onplans),
• Roof snow load 25 lbs per square foot. Floor live load varies, see R3015.
The numbered items on the following pages are associated with the above referenced codes, as adopted
by the City of Port Townsend. The same number identifies items circled from the checklist and transferred onto
the approved plans. This checklist shall remain attached to the approved plans and be available during
inspections to the City of Port Townsend Building Inspector. This checklist is submitted as information only,
and shall not be construed as an all-inclusive list of code requirements.
Office hours are from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Inspections can be scheduled by calling (360) 385-2294. To schedule an inspection the following
information will be needed: Permit number, site address, name of owner, tyle�plp`�'inl,rt�c,ttt�;;;n
telephone number Development Services staff should use if they need to call
p.m. for next day inspection, before 3:00 p.m. on Friday for a Monday inspc(
MAR 203
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FLOOR PLAN
1. ROOM IDENTIFICATION. Each room and the
Iintended use must be clearly defined on the plans by the
applicant for plan review purposes.
1 EGRESS WINDOWS. IRC Section R310. All sleeping
rooms and basements shall have at least one openable
emergency escape and rescue opening. Emergency
escape and rescue openings shall have a minimum net
clear opening of 5.7 square feet. Except that grade floor
openings shall have a minimum net clear opening of 5
square feet (see definition below). The minimum net clear
opening height dimension shall be 24". The minimum net
clear opening width dimension shall be 20". The
openings shall have a finished sill height not more than
44" above the floor. Emergency escape and rescue
openings shall be operational from the inside of the room
without use of keys or tools. Window wells shall be
provided when egress windows have a finished sill height
below adjacent ground elevation. The well shall allow the
window to be fully opened and provide a minimum
accessible net clear opening of 9 square feet, with a
minimum dimension of 36". Window wells with a depth
of more than 44" shall be equipped with a permanent
ladder that is usable with the window in a fully open
position. Grade floor opening definition: A window or
other opening located such that the sill height of the
opening is not more than 44 " above or below the finished
ground level adjacent to the opening. Refer to handout
for additional information.
without removal of hard finishes. Repairs to the exterior
surfaces of dwellings are exempt from these
requirements.)
SAFETY GLAZING. IRC Section R308. All glass
located in areas considered hazardous must be safety
glazed as identified by the manufacturer's or installer's
label. The following shall be considered hazardous
locations:
1. Glazing in swinging doors;
2. Glazing in fixed and sliding door assemblies and
panels in sliding and bifold closet doors;
3. Glazing in storm doors;
4. Glazing in all unframed swinging doors;
5. Glazing in doors and enclosures for hot tubs,
whirlpools, saunas, steam rooms, bathtubs, and
showers. Glazing in any part of a building wall
enclosing these compartments where the bottom
exposed edge of the glazing is less than 60-inches
measured vertically above any standing or walking
surface.
6. Glazing in an individual fixed or operable panel
adjacent to a door where the nearest vertical edge is
within a 24-inch are of the door in a closed position
and whose bottom edge is less than 60" above the
floor or walking surface.
7. Glazing that meets all of1h 1�rllt�awaiifr cttn l�ti n_i:
7.1. Exposed area of an individual pane is greater
than 9 square feet.
7.2. Exposed bottom edge is less than 18" above the
2 SMOKE ALARMS. IRC Section R313. A smoke alarm floor.
shall be installed in each sleeping room, outside each 7.3. Top edge greater than 36" above the floor.
separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the 7.4. One or more walking surfaces within 36"
bedrooms, and on each additional story of the dwelling, horizontally of the plane of the glazing.
including basements. Each floor and basement shall have 8. All glazing in railings;
at least one detector. All smoke alarms shall be listed and 9. Glazing in walls and fences enclosing indoor and
installed in accordance with the IRC Code and the outdoor swimming pools, hot tubs, and spas where
household fire warning equipment provisions of NFPA the bottom edge of the glazing is less than 60 inches
72. When more than one smoke alarm is required to be above a walking surface and within 60" of the
installed, the alarm devices shall be interconnected in water's edge.
such a manner that the actuation of one alarm will activate 10. Glazing adjacent to stairways, landings, and ramps
all the alarms. The alarm shall be clearly audible in all within 36" horizontally of a walking surface when
bedrooms over background noire levels with all the exposed surface of the glass is less than 60"
intervening doors closed. Required smoke alarms shall above the plane of the adjacent walking surface.
receive their primary power from the building wiring and 11. Glazing adjacent to stairways within 60" horizontally
shall be equipped with a battery backup. Additions, of the bottom tread of a stairway in any direction
interior alterations, and repairs shall be provided with when the exposed surface of the glass is less than 60"
smoke alarms as required for new dwellings; the smoke above the nose of the tread.
alarms shall be interconnected' and hard wired. See code for exceptions for Items I through I1.
(Exception: Smoke alarms are not required to be
interconnected and hard wried where the;alteration or 5,
repair does not resu�k ht th6, removal of interior wall or
ceiling. finishes exposing the strtc^ti,tre, a less there is an
attic, crawl space, or basement could
provide access for hard writing band interconnection
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NATURAL LIGHT AND VENTILATION: IRC
Section R308. All habitable rooms shall be provided
aggregate -glazing area of not less than 8% of the area of
such rooms. Natural ventilation shall be through
windows, doors, louvers, or other approved openings to
the outdoor air. The minimum openable area to the
outdoors shall be 4% of the floor area being ventilated.
Exception: 1) The glazed area need not be openable
where the opening is not required by R310 and an
approved mechanical ventilation system is provided
capable ofproducing .35 ACH in the room or a Whole
House mechanical ventilation system is installed capable
ofsupplying outdoor ventilation air of 15 cfn per
occupant computed on the basis of two occupants for the
P bedroom and one occupant for each additional
bedroom. 2) The glazed need not be provided in rooms
where exception 1 is satisfied and artificial light is
capable ofproducing an average illumination of 6-foot-
candles over the area of the room at a height of 30 inches
above the floor level.
6. EXHA[1S`I lw'ANS: IRC Section M1506, WSVIAQ
Section 302.2.1, IMC Section 501.2, 502.7.3.6. Exhaust
fans are required in each kitchen; bathroom, water closet
room, laundry facility, indoor swimming pool, spa, and
other rooms where excess water vapor or cooking odor is
produced. The air removed by every mechanical exhaust
system shall be discharged outdoors at a point where it
will not cause a nuisance and from which it cannot again
be readily drawn in by a ventilating system. Air shall not
be exhausted into an attic or crawl space, The termination
point shall be located at least 3-feet from the property
line. See energy section of this checklist for more specific
requirements-
7 t1,0 l IIES DRYERS: IRC Section M1501, G2439, &
IMC Section 504. Exhaust ducts shall be constructed of
\„ metal and shall have a smooth interior finish. Exhaust
ducts shall terminate outside the building in accordance
with the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions.
Screens shall not be installed at the duct termination.
Ducts shall be equipped with a backdraft damper.
Exhaust ducts shall not be connected with sheet metal
screws or other fasteners that will obstruct the exhaust
flow. The minimum duct diameter shall be 4" and shall
be supported and secured in place. The male end of the
duct at overlapped duct joints shall extend in the direction
of airflow. Flexible transition ducts used to connect the
dryer to the exhaust duct section shall be limited to single
lengths, not to exceed 8 feet in length and shall be listed
and labeled in accordance with UL2158A. Transition
ducts shall not be concealed within construction. The
maximum length of a clothes dryer exhaust duct shall not
exceed 25 feet from the dryer location to the wall or roof
termination. The maximum length of the duct shall be
reduced 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for
each 90-degree bend. The maximum length of the
exhaust duct does not include the transition duct.
Exception: Ducts installed in accordance with the dryer
manufacturer's installation instructions.
8„ RANGE HOOD. IRC Section M1502, M1503, M1504,
M1901.1. and IMC Sections 304.8. 505. Overhead
exhaust hoods shall discharge to the outdoors through
metal exhaust hoods (galvanized steel, stainless steel, or
copper) not less than 28 gage. Such ducts shall have a
smooth inner wall and be air tight and equipped with a
backdraft damper. Clearance of at least 24" shall be
maintained between the cookin b surface and the
combustible material or cabinc,t Eire ttion: Duct
material and eleaartincrc where installed in accordance
with the mane aelurer°.r installation. Clearances to
combustibles shall include such considerations as door
swing, drawer pull, overhead projections; or shelving and
window swing, coverings, and drapes. Refer to
WSVIAQ Section 302.1 & Table 3-1 for more specific
requirements.
9. WATER CLOSET CLEARANCES: IRC Section
\ R307, UPC Section 408.6. Water closets shall be located
in a clear space not less than 30" in width. The clear
space in front shall not be less than 24".
10. SHOWER AREAS: IRC Section R307 and UPC Section
412.6, 412.7, 412.8. Bathtubs and shower floors and
walls above bathtubs with installed showerheads and in
shower compartments shall be finished with non -
absorbent surfaces that extend to a height of not less than
6 feet above the floor. The clear space in front of the
shower opening shall not be less than 30". All showers
shall have a minimum finished interior floor area of 1,024
square inches and shall also be capable of encompassing a
30" circle. These dimensions shall be maintained to a
point 70" above the shower drain outlet.
l L CHIMNEYS 'S & FIREPLACES: IRC Section R1001.17,
R1002, R1003, and R1004. Chimneys shall be provided
with crickets when the dimension parallel to the ridgeline
is greater than 30" and does not intersect the ridgeline.
The intersection of the cricket and the chimney shall be
flashed and counter flashed and constructed in
compliance with Figure R1001.17 and Table 1001.17.
Factory -built chimneys and fireplaces shall be installed
and terminated in accordance with the manufacturer's
installation instructions. Masonry and concrete chimneys
shall be anchored at each floor, ceiling, or roofline more
than 6 feet above grade except where constructed
completely within exterior walls. See anchorage
requirements in IRC Section R1003.
12. " l(;I1T FITTING DOORS (FIREPLACE): WSVIAQ
Section 402. Solid fuel burning appliances and fireplaces
shall be provided with tight fitting glass or metal doors.
An outside source of combustion air shall be ducted to the
firebox.
13. FIREPLACE HEARTH EXTENSION: IRC Sections
R1003.9 and R1003.10. Unless otherwise specified by
\ manufacturer's installation instructions_ hearth extensions
shall be constructed of concrete or masonry, supported by
noncombustible materials. Fireplace hearths shall be at
least 4" thick and hearth extensions shall be at least 2"
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thick. The fireplace extension shall extend at least 16" in
front of, and at least 8" beyond each side of the fireplace
opening. Where the fireplace opening is 6 square feet or
larger; the hearth extension shall extend at least 20" in
front of, and at least 12" beyond each side of the fireplace
opening.
14, CLEARANC'E ,ro COV"+d l USTIBLES (FIREPLACES
& CII N NI YS): IRC Sections R808, RI001.15.
w R1001.16, R1003.11, and R1003.12. Combustible
insulation shall be separated a minimum of 3" from heat
producing appliances. Exception: Insulation shall be
separated in accordance with conditions stipulated in the
manufacturer's listing. When masonry chimneys are built
within a structure, a minimum of 2" air space clearance to
combustibles is required. When the chimney is placed on
the exterior of the structure, a_I " clearance is allowed -
The air space shall not be filled, except to provide
noncombustible fire blocking. All wood beams, joists,
studs. and other combustible material shall have a
clearance of not less than 2" from the front faces and
sides of masonry fireplaces, and not less than 4" from the
back faces of masonry fireplaces. The air space shall not
be filled; except to provide fire blocking in accordance
with Sections R1003.13 & R602.8. Woodwork or other
combustible materials shall not be placed within 6" of a
fireplace opening_ Combustible material placed within
12" of the fireplace opening (such as mantles or
decorative fireplace surrounds) shall not project more
Than 1/8" for each I" clearance from the opening.
15. COMBUSTION AIR/EXTERIOR AIR SUPPLY: IRC
Section R303.4, R1005, Chapter M17, IMC Chapter 7,
and WSVIAQ Section 402. l°trel btrrrtntg; tppliartces shall
be provided with combustion air obtained frorn outside
the structure (excluding cooking appliances and clothes
dryers). Fuel gas dryers exhausting more than 200 cfm
shall be provided with make-up air. Unless otherwise
specified by the manufacturer or determined by actual
measurement, the free area shall be considered 75% of the
gross area of metal louvers and 25% of the gross area of
wood louvers. Volume dampers (manual dampers) shall
not be installed in combustion air openings and be
covered with corrosion -resistant screens having not less
than '/4" opening and not greater than ''/2" openings.
Outdoor air openings for fuel burning appliances are
permitted to connect spaces such as ventilated crawl
spaces or ventilated attic spaces. The exterior air intake
shall not be located within the garage or basement of the
dwelling nor shall the air intake be located at an elevation
higher than the firebox. Mechanical and gravity outside
air intake openings shall be located a minimum of 10'
from any hazardous or noxious contaminant, such as
vents, chimneys, plumbing vents, streets, alleys, parking
lots, and loading docks. Where a source of contaminant is
located within 10' of an intake opening, such opening
shall be located a minimum of 2' below the contaminant
source. Exhaust from dwelling units, toilet rooms;
bathrooms, and kitchens shall not be considered as
hazardous or noxious.
16, APP1JANC'E LI (.'ATIONS: IRC Chapter M 1307,
M2005, IMC Section 303, UPC Sections 308 and 309.
Installation of appliances shall conform to the conditions
of their listing, label, and the manufacturer's installation
instructions. The manufacturer's operating and
installation instructions shall remain attached to the
appliance. Fuel burning appliances shall not be located
in, or obtain combustion air, from sleeping rooms,
bathrooms, toilet rooms, or storage closets. Exception_ 1)
Direct vent appliances that obtain all combustion airfrom
the outdoors, or 2) Appliances located in a dedicated
enclosure in which combustion air is taken directly from
the outdoors in accordance with IMC Section 703_
Access to such enclosures shall be through a WSEC
approved solid door, weather-stripped and equipped with
an approved self -closing device. Fuel fired furnaces and
boilers installed in closets and alcoves shall be listed for
such installation. Equipment installed in outdoor
locations shall be either listed for outdoor installation or
provided with protection from outdoor environment
factors that influence operability, durability, and safety of
the equipment. Appliances designed to be in fixed
positions shall be fastened or anchored in an approved
manner.
17. APPLIANCES LOCATED IN GARAGES. IRC
Section M1307, IMC Section 303.4, 304.3, IBC 1607.7.3.
Appliances located in a garage, carport, or other location
where subject to mechanical damage shall be protected
with approved barriers. Vehicle barrier systems for
passenger cars shall be designed to resist a single load of
6,000 lbs. applied horizontally in any direction to the
barrier system and shall have anchorage or attachments
capable of transmitting this load to the structure. For
design of the system, the load shall be assumed to act at a
minimum height of 1'6" above the floor or ramp surface
on an area not to exceed 1 sq.ft. Equipment and
appliances having an ignition source shall be elevated
such that the source of ignition is not less than 18" above
the floor surface on which the equipment or appliance
stands. Rooms or spaces that are not part of the living
space of a dwelling unit and that communicate with the
private garage through openings shall be considered to be
part of the garage and appliances located in the space
shall be elevated as specified above.
18 "'i A'H, R II EATERS. IRC Section M1307.2, M2005,
and UPC 608. Where water heaters or hot water storage
tanks are installed in locations where leakage of the tanks
or connections will cause damage, the tank or water
heater shall be installed in a 24-gauge galvanized steel
pan or other pan approved for such use. The pan shall be
at least 1.5" deep and shall be drained by an indirect
waste pipe with a minimum 3/4" diameter drain to the
exterior of the building not less than 6" and not more than
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24" above the adjacent ground surface. Temperature and
pressure relief valves shall be drained to the outside of the
building. Drains may not be trapped and must terminate
not more than 2' nor less than 6" above the ground or the
flood level of the area receiving the discharge and
pointing downward_ Water heaters shall be strapped to
resist horizontal displacement due to earthquake motion -
Twenty -two (22) gauge x %" strapping shall be used and
be placed at points within the upper one-third (113) and
lower one-third (113) of its vertical dimensions. At the
lowerpoint, a minimum distance of 4"shall be
maintained above the controls. Lag screws not less than
'/ " in diameter must be used to anchor the restraints to
the wall and each lag screw must have at least 1-112"
thread penetration into a stud wall. A flat washer must be
installed between each lag screw and the strap for
reinforcement_ WSEC Section 504.2.1. All electric water
heaters shall be placed on an R-10 pad when located in an
unheated space or on a concrete floor.
19 11PG PR0PANI+' APPLIANCES: IRC Chapter 13,
IMC Section 303.7. Appliances installed in pits or
excavations shall not come in direct contact with the
surrounding soil. The sides of the pit shall be held back a
minimum of 12" from the appliance. Where the depth
exceeds 12" below the adjoining grade, the walls of the
pit or excavation shall be lined with concrete or masonry.
Containers for storage of LPG shall be installed in
accordance with the Fire Code.
20, MANUFACTURER'S SPECS: IRC Section M 1302.
M1303, and IMC 304.1. All appliances shall be listed
and bear a permanent factory applied nameplate(s) affixed
to the appliances with the manufacturer's name or
trademark, model number, serial number, and seal or
mark of testing agency. The installer shall leave the
manufacturer's installation and operating instructions
attached to the appliance.
21. VACUUM BREAKERS: UPC Section 603.4.7. Potable
water outlets with hose attachments other than water
heater drains, and clothes washer connections shall be
protected by a listed non -removable backflow preventer, a
non -removable hose bib type vacuum breaker; or an
atmospheric vacuum breaker installed at least 6" above
the highest point of usage'located on the discharge side of
the last valve.
22. TRAP PRIMERS: UPC Section 1007. Floor drains or
similar traps connected to the drainage system and subject
to infrequent use shall be protected with a trap seal primer
and shall be accessible for maintenance.
23. GARAGE/DWELLING DOOR/OPENINGS: IRC
Section R309.1. Openings between the garage and
residence shall be equipped with solid wood doors not
less than 1-3/8 inches (35 min) in thickness, solid or
honeycomb core steel doors not less than 1-3/8" thick, or
20-minute fire rated doors.
24. GARAGE/DWELLING SEPARATION. IRC Section
309.2. The garage shall be separated from the residence
"- and its attic area by not less than '/2" gypsum board
applied to the garage side. Garages beneath habitable
rooms shall be separated from all habitable rooms above
by not less than 5/8" Type X gypsum board or equivalent.
Where the separation is a floor -ceiling assembly, the
structure supporting the separation shall also be protected
by not less than'/2" gypsum board or equivalent.
25. SEPARATION BETWEEN DWELLING UNITS:
IRC Section 317. Wall and floor assemblies separating
dwelling units in 2-family dwellings shall not be less than
l-hour fire resistive rated,
26. EXTERIOR WALL LOCATION. IRC R302.1.
Construction, projections, openings, and penetrations of
exterior walls of dwellings and accessory buildings shall
comply with Table R302.1. These provisions shall not
apply to walls, projections, openings, or penetrations in
walls that are perpendicular to the line used to determine
the fire separation distance. Projections beyond the
exterior wall shall not extend more than 12 inches (305
mm) into the areas where openings are prohibited.
22. FLOOR AREA: IRC Section R304 and R306. Every
dwelling unit shall have at least one habitable room with
not less than 120 square feet of gross floor area. Other
habitable rooms except kitchens shall have an area of not
less than 70 square feet. Habitable rooms shall not be less
than 7 feet in any dimension. Exception: Kitchens.
Every dwelling unit shall be provided with a water closet,
lavatory, bathtub, shower, kitchen area with a separate
sink, be connected to an approved sewage disposal
system, and shall be connected to an approved water
supply with hot and cold water.
28. MINIMUM CEILING HEIGHTS: IRC R305.
Habitable rooms, hallways, corridors, bathrooms, toilet
rooms, laundry rooms, and basements shall have a ceiling
height of not less than 7 feet, measured from the finished
floor to the lowest projection from the ceiling.
29. ATTIC ACCESS: IRC R807.1 _ Attics that exceed 30
sq.ft. and have a vertical height of 30" or greater must be
provided with minimum access openings of not less than
22" x 30". The attic access shall be located in a hallway
or other readily accessible location with a 30" minimum
unobstructed headroom in the attic space above the access
opening.
30_ EXTERIOR DOORS/EXITS: IRC R311.4.1 _ At least
one (1) exit doorway shall be side hinged and not less
than 3 feet in width and not less than 6'8" in height. The
exit door shall provide direct access from the habitable
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portions of the dwelling to the exterior without requiring
travel through a garage. Access to habitable levels not
having an exit shall be by a ramp or a stairway in
accordance to applicable IRC Sections 311.6 or 311.5.
Egress doors shall be readily openable from the side from
which egress is to be made without the use of a key or
special knowledge or effort.
31. LANDINGS: IRC Section R311.4.3. There shall be a
floor or landing on each side of each exterior door. The
floor or landing at the exterior door shall not be more than
1.5 inches (38 mm) lower than the top of the threshold.
The landing shall be permitted to have a slope not to
exceed 0.25 unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (2
percent).
32. GUARDS: IRC Section R312.1. Porches, balconies,
ramps, or raised floor surfaces located more than 30
inches (762 mm) above the floor or grade below shall
have guards not less than 36 inches (914 mm) in height.
Open sides of stairs with a total rise of more than 30
inches (762 mm) above the floor or grade below shall
have guards not less than 34 inches (864 mm) in height
measured vertically from the nosing of the treads.
Porches and decks which are enclosed with insect
screening shall be equipped with guards where the
walking surface is located more than 30 inches (762 mm)
above the floor or grade below.
33. HANDRAILS: IRC Section R311.5.6 & R311.5.1. All
stairways with 4 or more risers shall have at least one
handrail. Such handrails shall be placed not less than 34"
nor more than 38" above the nosing of the treads.
Handrails for stairways shall be continuous for the full
length of the flight, from a point directly above the top
riser to a point directly above the lowest riser. Handrail
ends shall be returned or terminate in newel posts or
safety terminals. Ilandrails adjacent to the wall shall have
a space not less than 1-112" between the wall and the
handrail. Circular handrails shall have an outside
diameter of at least 1-1/4" and not greater than 2".
Handrails with a perimeter greater than 6-1/4" shall
provide a graspable finger recess area on both sides. See
handrail option in IRC Section 311.5.6.3 for additional
handgrip requirements. Handrails shall not project more
than 4-1/2" on either side of the stairway. See #34,
"STAIR WIDTH".for additional information. Refer to
handout.
34 STAIR WID"I"1l: IRC Section R31 1.5.1. Stairways shall
not be less than 36" in clear width at all points above the
" handrail height and below the required headroom height.
Handrails shall not project more than 4-1/2" on either side
of the stairway and the minimum clear width of the
stairway at and below the handrail ehgit, including treads
and landings, shall not be less than 31-1/2" where the
handrail is installed on one side and 27" where handrails
are installed on both sides.
35. STAIR TREADS & RISERS: IRC Section 311.5.3.
The maximum riser height shall be 7-3/4". The greatest
riser height within any flight of stairs shall not exceed the
smallest by more than 3/8". The minimum tread depth
shall be 10". The treat depth within any flight of stairs
shall not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8". A nosing
not less than'/" but not more than 1-1/4" shall be
provided on stairways with solid risers. Open risers are
permitted, provided that the opening does not permit the
passage of a 4" diameter sphere. Exception: Nosing is
not required where the tread depth is at least II ". The
opening between adjacent treads is not limited on stairs
with a total rise of 30" or less.
3.6. STAIR HEADROOM CLEARANCE: IRC Section
R311.5.2. All parts of the stairway shall not be less than
6'8" measured vertically from the sloped plan adjoining
the tread nosing or from the floor surface of the landing or
platform. See exception for spiral stairways.
3,7. USABLE SPACE UNDER STAIRS: IRC Section
R311.2.2. Enclosed accessible space under stairs shall
have walls under stair surface and any soffits protected on
the enclosed side with''/z" gypsum board.
38. STAIR ILLUMINATION: IRC Section R303.6. All
interior and exterior stairways shall be provided with a
means to illuminate the stairs, including the landings and
treads. Interior stairways shall be provided with an
artificial light source located in the immediate vicinity of
each landing of the stairway. For interior stairs, the
artificial light sources shall be capable of illuminating
treads and landings to levels not less than 1 foot-candle
(l 1 lux) measured at the center of treads and landings.
Exterior stairways shall be provided with an artificial light
source located in the immediate vicinity of the top landing
of the stairway. Exterior stairways providing access to a
basement from the outside grade level shall be provided
with an artificial light source located in the immediate
vicinity of the bottom landing of the stairway. Exception:
An artificial light sources is not required at the top and
bottom landing, provided an artificial light sources is
located directly over each stairway section. IRC Section
303.6.1. Where lighting outlets are installed in interior
stairways, there shall be a wall switch at each floor level
to control the lighting outlet where the stairway has six or
more risers. The illumination of exterior stairways shall
be controlled from inside the dwelling unit. Exception:
Lights that are continuously illuminated or automatically
controlled.
39. SPECIAL STAIRWAYS: IRC Sections R311.5.3.2 &
\R311.5.8_l Circular stairways,, spiral stairways, winders,
and bulkhead enclosure stairways sl,tall comply will) all
requirements of stairways except: Winder treads shall
have a minimum tread depth of 10" measured at a point
12" from the side where the treads are narrower. Winder
treads shall have a minimum tread depth of 6" at any
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point. Spiral stairways are permitted, provided the
minimum width shall be 26" (660 nun) with each tread
having a 7-1/2" minimum tread depth at 12" from the
narrower edge. All treads shall be identical, and the rise
shall be no more than 9-1/2". A minimum headroom
height of 6' 6" shall be provided. Unless demonstrated
otherwise, soil bearing capacity is assumed to be 1500
psf, weathering potential is determined to be moderate
(IRC Table 301.2.1).
STRUCTURAL
40. FOIINDA°I'ION FOOTING 'SIZE: IRC Section R403.
Asst�unc load bearing w+alue of soul 1500 psf tinless proven
otherwise.
■ Supporting 1 floor: minimum 6" x 12"
■ Supporting 2 floors: minimum 6" x 15"
■ Supporting 3 floors: minimum 8" x 23"
Spread footing projections shall be at least 2: and shall not
exceed the thickness of the footing.
41. FOOTING REINFORCEMENT: IRC Sections R403
& R404.1.4. Plain concrete walls located in Seismic
Design Categories D1 and D2 shall comply with the
following: 1) Minimum reinforcement shall consist of
one #4 horizontal bar located in the upper 12" of the wall;
2) Wall height shall not exceed 8'; 3) Height of
unbalanced backfill shall not exceed 4';'and 4) A
minimum thickness of 7-1/2" is required for plain
concrete foundation walls except that a minimum
thickness of 6" shall be permitted for plain concrete
foundation walls with a maximum height of 4'6" provided
the minimum specified compressive strength of concrete,
fc, is 4000 psi as evidenced by the delivery (batch) ticket
for the project. As a minimum standard, refer to the
attached handout Foundation Reinforcement
Requirements.
42 I'41)LINDATION WALL SIZE. IRC Section 404.1.
Conertte and masonry foundation walls shall be selected
and constructed in accordance with the provisions of
Section R404 or in accordance with ACI 318, ACI 332,
NCMA TR68-A or ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402 or other
approved structural standards. When ACI 318, ACI 332,
or ACI 530/ASCE 5.TMS 402 or the provisions of
Section R414 are used to design concrete or masonry
foundation walls, project drawings; typical details and
specifications are not required to bear the seal of the
architect or engineer responsible for design, unless
otherwise required by the state law of the jurisdiction
having authority. Foundation walls that meet all the
following shall be considered laterally supported:
1. Full basement floor shall be 3.5 inches (89 mm) thick
concrete slab poured tight against the bottom of the
foundation wall;
2. Floor joists and blocking shall be connected to the sill
plate at the top of the wall by the prescriptive method
called out in Table R404. 1. 1, or shall be connected
with an approved connector with listed capacity
meeting Table R404.I.L
3. Bolt spacing for the sill plate shall be no greater than
per Table R404.1.2;
4. Floor shall be blocked perpendicular to the floor
joists. Blocking shall be full depth within two joist
spaces of the foundation wall, and be flat -blocked
with minimum 2" by 4" (51 mm by 102 mm)
blocking elsewhere.
5. Where foundation walls support unbalanced load on
opposite sides of the building, such as a daylight
basement, the building aspect ratio, L/W, shall not
exceed the value specified in Table R404.1.3. For
such foundation walls, the rim board shall be attached
to the sill with a 20 gauge metal angle clip at 24
inches (610 nun) on center, with five 8d nails per leg,
or an approved connector supplying 230 pounds per
linear foot (3.36 kN/m) capacity.
Vertical reinforcement for all stem walls shall be tied to
the horizontal reinforcement in the footings. Masonry
stem walls located in Seismic Design Categories D1 and
D2 shall have a minimum vertical reinforcement of one
#3 bar located a maximum of 4' o.c. in grouted cells.
Foundation walls located in Seismic Design Categories
Dl and D2, as established in Table R301.2.1, supporting
more than 4' of unbalanced backfill or exceeding 8' in
height shall be constructed in accordance with Table
R404_1_1.2, R404.1.1.3, or R404.1.1.4 [reinforced
concrete] and shall have two #4 horizontal bars located in
the upper 12" of the wall.
�43. S I°l+;l"PED FOUNDA"I IONS: IRC Section 602.11.3.
Where stepped foundations occur, the following
requirements apply: 1) Where the height of a required
braced wall panel that extends from the foundation to the
floor above varies more than 4', the braced wall panel
shall be constructed in accordance to figure R602.11.3.
See attached details. 2) Where the lowest floor framing
rests directly on a sill bolted to a foundation not less than
8' in length along a line of bracing, the line shall be
considered as braced. The double plate of the cripple stud
wall beyond the segment of footing that extends to the
lowest framed floor shall be spliced by extending the
upper top plate a minimum of 4' along the foundation.
Anchor bolts shall be located a maximum of 1' and 3'
from the step foundation. 3) Where cripple walls occur
between the top of the foundation and the lowest floor
framing, the bracing requirements for a story shall apply
(see Item 462). 4) Where only the bottom of the
foundation is stepped and the lowest floor framing rests
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directly n a sill bolted to the foundations, the requirements
of Section R602.11.1 shall apply (see Item #46).
�44. FOOTING l:)l+ I" 1`ll,w IRC Sections R403.1.4 and
R403.1 4.2. All exterior footings shall lie placed at least
12" below undisturbed ground. Interior footings
supporting bearing or bracing walls and cast
monolithically with a slab on grade shall extend to a depth
of less than 12" below the top of slab.
45. CRIPPLE WALL 'BRACING: IRC Definition, Sections
R602.10.2, R602.10.2.3, R602.10.1 l .I, and R602.10.11.2.
A cripple wall is a framed wall from the top of the
foundation to the underside of the floor framing of the
first story above grade plane. In Seismic Category D1
(other than D2), cripple walls shall be braced with an
amount and type of bracing as required for the wall above
in accordance with Table R602.10.1 with the following
modifications for cripple wall bracing: l) The percent
bracing amount as determined from Table R602.10.1 shall
be increased by 15%, and 2) The wall panel spacing shall
be decreased to 18' instead of 25'. In Seismic Design
Category D2, cripple walls shall be braced in accordance
with Table R602.10.1. In any Seismic Design Category,
cripple walls are permitted to be redesignated as the first
story walls for purposes of determining wall bracing
requirements. If the cripple walls are redesignated, the
stories above the redesignated story shall be counted as
the second and third stories respectively. Where interior
braced wall lines occur without a continuous foundation
below, the length of parallel exterior cripple wall bracing
shall be 1-112 times the length required by Table
R602.10.1. Where cripple walls are braced using method
3 of Section R602.10.3 (wood structural panel) and
cannot provide this additional length, the capacity of the
sheathing shall be increased by reducing the spacing of
fasteners along the perimeter of each piece of sheathing to
4" o.c. Adhesive attachment of wall sheathing shall not
be permitted in Seismic Design Categories D1 and D2.
46. FOUNDATION ANCHORAGE: IRC Section 403.1.6.
When braced wall panels are supported directly on
continuous foundations, the wall wood sill plate or cold -
formed stell bottom track shall be anchored to the
foundation in accordance with this section. The wood
sole plate at exterior walls on monolithic slabs and wood
sill plate shall be anchored to the foundation with anchor
bolts spaced a maximum of 6 feet (1829 mm) on center.
There shall be a minimum of two bolts per plate section
with one bolt located not more than 12 inches (305 mm)
or less than seven bolt diameters from each end of the
plate section. In Seismic Design Categories DO, D1, and
D2, anchor bolts shall be spaced at 6 feet (1829 mm) on
center and located within 12 inches (305 nun) of the ends
of each plate section at interior braced wall lines when
required by Section R602.10.9 to be supported on a
continuous foundation. Bolts shall be at least %z inch (13
mm) in diameter and shall extend a minimum of 7 inches
(178 mm) into masonry or concrete. Interior bearing wall
sole plates on monolithic slab foundation shall be
positively anchored with approved fasteners. A nut and
washer shall be tightened on each bolt of the plate. Sills
and sole plates shall be protected against decay and
termites where required by Sections R319 and R320.
Cold -formed steel framing systems shall be fastened to
the wood sill plates or anchored directly to the foundation
as required in Section R505.3.3 or R603.1.1
Exceptions:
1. Foundation anchorage, spaced as required to
provide equivalent anchorage to % inch diameter (13
mm) anchor bolts,-
2. Walls 24 inches (610 mm) total length or shorter
connecting offset braced wall panels shall be
anchored to the foundation with a minimum of one
anchor bolt located in the center third of the plate
section and shall be attached to adjacent braced wall
panels per figure R602.10.5 at corners;
3. Walls 12 inches (305 mm) total length or shorter
connecting offset braced wall panels shall be
permitted to be connected to the foundation without
anchor bolts. The wall shall be attached to adjacent
braced wall panels per Figure R602.10.5 at corners.
47. FOUNDATION WATER- AND DAMP -PROOFING:
IRC Section R406.1. Except where required by Section
R406.2 to be waterproofed, foundation walls that retain
earth and enclose interior spaces and floors below grade
shall be damp -proofed from the top of the footing to the
finished grade. Masonry walls shall have no less than 3/8
inch (9.5 mm) Portland cement parging applied to the
exterior of the wall. The parging shall be damp -proofed
in accordance with one of the following:
I. Bituminous coating;
2. 3 pounds per square yard (1.63 kg/m2) of acrylic
modified cement;
3. 1/8 inch (32 mm) coat of surface -bonding cement
complying with ASTM C 887.
4. Any material permitted for water -proofing in Section
R406.2'
5. Other approved methods or materials. Exception:
Parging of unit masonry wallsis not required where
a material is approved for direct application to the
masonry•.
Concrete walls shall be damp -proofed by applying any
one of the above listed damp[proofing materials or any
one of the water -proofing materials listed in Section
R406.2 to the exterior of the wall.
48. FOUNDATION DRAINAGE. IRC Section R401.3.
Surface drainage shall be diverted to a storm sewer
conveyance or other approved point of collection so as to
not create a hazard. Lots shall be graded to drain surface
water away from foundation walls. The grade shall fall a
minimum of 6 inches (152 mm) within the first 10 feet
(3048 mm). Exception: Where lot lines, walls, slopes, or
otherphysical barriers prohibit 6 inches (152 mm) offall
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within 10 feet (3048), the final grade shall slope away
from the foundation at a minimum slope of 5 percent and
the water shall be directed to drains or swales to ensure
drainage away from the structure. Swales shall be sloped
a minimum of 2 percent when located within 10 feet (3048
mm) of the building foundation. Impervious surfaces
within 10 feet (3048 mm) of the building foundation shall
be sloped a minimum of 2 percent away from the building_
49, FOOTING/PIERS ON OR ADJACENT TO SLOPES:
IRC Section 403.1.7. The placement of buildings and
structure on or adjacent to slopes steeper than l unit
vertical in 3 units horizontal (33.3 percent slope) shall
conform to Sections R403.1.7.1 through R403.1.7.4_
Buildings below slopes shall be set a sufficient distance
from the slope to provide protection from slope drainage,
erosion, and shallow failures. Where the existing slope is
steeper than one unit vertical in one unit horizontal (l 00%
slopes), the toe of the slope shall be assumed to be at the
intersection of the horizontal plane drawn from the top of
the foundation and a plane drawn tangent to the slope at
an angle 45 degrees to the horizontal. Where a retaining
wall is constructed at the toe of the slope, the height of the
slope shall be measured from the top of the wall to the top
of the slope. Footings on or adjacent to slopes shall be
founded in material with an embedment and setback from
the slope surface to provide vertical and lateral support
for the footing without detrimental settlement. Except as
provided for in Section R403.1.7.4 and Figure R403.1.7.1,
the following setback is deemed adequate to meet the
criteria. Where the slope is steeper than one unit vertical
in one unit horizontal (100% slope), the required setback
shall be measured from an imaginary plane 45 degrees to
the horizontal; projected upward from the toe of the slope.
Footings adjacent to slopes shall be founded in firm
material with an embedment and setback sufficient to
provide vertical and lateral support for the footing without
detrimental settlement. Alternate setbacks and clearances
are permitted, subject to the approval of the building
official. The building official is permitted to require an
investigation and recommendation of a qualified engineer
to demonstrate that the intent of the code has been
satisfied. Such an investigation shall include
consideration of material, height of slope, slope gradient,
load intensity, and erosion characteristics of slope
material.
50 CHIMNEY FOUNDATION. IRC Sections 1001.1,
R1002.5, & RI003.2. When an approved design is not
provided, footings for masonry and concrete fireplaces
shall not be less than 12" thick, and extend 6 inches
beyond the face of the fireplace or foundation wall on all
sides. Footings shall be founded on natural, undisturbed
earth or engineered fill below the frost depth, at least IT
below finished grade.
51. UNDER -FLOOR VENTILATION. IRC Section
\ R408.3. Ventilation openings in under -floor spaces
specified in sections R408.1 and R408.2 shall not be
required where:
1. Exposed earth is covered with a continuous vapor
retarder. Joints of the vapor retarder shall overlap by
6 inches (152 mm) and shall be sealed or taped. The
edges of the vapor retarder shall extend at least 6
inches (152 mm) up the stem wall and shall be
attached and sealed to the stem wall; and
2. One of the following is provided for the under0floor
space:
2.1. Continuously operated mechanical exhaust
ventilation at a rate equal to 1 cfm (0.47 L/s) for
each 50 ft2 (4.7 m2) of crawlspace floor area,
including an air pathway to the common area
(such as a duct or transfer grille), and perimeter
walls insulated in accordance with Section
NI 102.2.8;
2.2. Conditioned air supply sized to deliver at a rate
equal to 1 cfm (0.47 L/s) for each 50 ft2 (4.7 m2)
of under -floor area, including a return air
pathway to the common area (such as a duct or
transfer grille), and perimeter walls insulated in
accordance with Section N1102.2.8;
2.3. Plenum complying with Section M1601.4, if
under -floor space is used as a plenum.
52, PROTECTION AGAINST DECAY, IRC Sections
R319.1 & R319.1.1. Protection from decay shall be
provided in the following locations by the use of naturally
durable wood or wood that is preservative treated in
accordance with AWPA U1 for the species, product,
preservative, and end use. Preservatives shall be listed in
Section 4 of AWPA U 1.
1. Wood joists or the bottom of a wood structural floor
when closer than 18 inches (457 nun) or wood
girders when closer than 12 inches (305 mm) to the
exposed ground in crawl spaces or unexcavated area
located within the periphery of the building
foundation.
2. All wood framing members that rest on concrete or
masonry exterior foundation walls and are less than 8
inches (203 mm) from the exposed ground.
3. Sills and sleepers on a concrete or masonry slab that
is in direct contact with the ground unless separated
from such slab by an impervious moisture barrier.
4. The ends of wood girders entering exterior masonry
o, concrete walls having clearances of less than 0.5
inches (12.7 mm) on tops; sides, and ends.
5. Wood siding, sheathing, and wall framing on the
exterior of a building having a clearance of less than
6 inches (152 mm) from the ground.
6. Wood structural members supporting moisture -
permeable floors or roofs that are exposed to the
weather, such as concrete or masonry slabs, unless
separated from such floors or roofs by an impervious
moisture barrier.
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7. Wood furring strips or other wood framing members
attached directly to the interior of exterior masonry
walls or concrete walls below grade except where an
approved vapor retarder is applied between the wall
and the furring strips or framing members.
Field -cut ends, notches, and drilled holes of preservative -
treated wood shall be treated in the field in accordance
with AWPA M4.
53. WOOD COLUMNS & POSTS. IRC Section R319.1.4.
Wood columns shall be approved wood of natural decay
resistance or approved pressure -preservative -treated
wood. Exceptions: 1) Columns exposed to the weather
or in basements when supported by concrete piers or
metal pedestals projecting 1 inch (25.4 mm) above a
concretefloor or 6 inches (152 mm) above exposed earth
and the earth is covered by an approved impervious
moisture barrier. 2) Columns in enclosed crawl spaces or
unexcavated areas located within the periphery of the
building when supported by a concrete pier or metal
pedestal at a height more than 8 inches (203 mm) from
exposed earth and the earth is covered by an impervious
moisture barrier.
54. GIRDERS ENTERING MASONRY OR CONCRETE
WALLS. IRC Section R319.1.4_ The ends of wood
girders entering exterior concrete or masonry walls shall
be provided with a'/2" airspace on tops, sides, and ends
unless an approved species and grade of lumber specified
in Sections R319.1 and R319.2 and listed in #56 of this
checklist is used.
55. POST -BEAM CONNECTIONS/FASTENING. IRC
ti
Section R502.9 & R301. Where posts and beam or girder
construction is used to support floor framing, positive
connections shall be provided to ensure against uplift and
lateral displacement. The construction of buildings and
structures shall result in a system that provides a complete
load path capable of transferring all loads from their point
of origin through the load resisting elements to the
foundation.
56. MINIMUM STANDARDS & PROTECTION
AGAINST°' 1D11" (IAY. IBC 2303 & IRC Sections 319.1,
319.2, & 319.3. Structural lumber, end -jointed lumber,
pre -fabricated 1-joists, structural glue -laminated timber,
wood structural panels, fiberboard sheathing (when used
structurally), hardboard siding (when used structurally),
particleboard, preservative treated wood, fire -retardant -
treated wood, hardwood plywood, trusses, and joist
hangers shall conform to the applicable standards or
grading rules of the IBC and shall be identified by a grade
and/or identification mark. Areas subject to decay and
where required, the use of a approved species and grade
of lumber; pressure treated in accordance with AWPA C l _
C2, C3, C4, C9, C15. C18, C22, C23, C24, C281 C31,
C33, PI, P2, and Pc or decay -resistant heartwood of
redwood, black locust, or cedars. Lumber and plywood
required to be pressure preservatively treated in
accordance with Section 319.1 shall bear the quality mark
of an approved inspection agency that maintains
continuing supervision, testing, and inspection over the
quality of the product and that had been approved by an
accreditation body that complies with the requirements of
the American Lumber Standard Committee treated wood
program. FASTENERS: Fasteners for pressure
preservative and fasteners for pressure -preservative and
fire -retardant -treated wood shall be of hot -dipped
galvanized steel, stainless steel, silicon bronze, or copper.
See also manufacturer specification or distributor -specific
installation instructions or recommendations. Exception:
'/z" diameter or greater steel bolts (where required by
location)_ Sill plate need not be pressure treated if sill
plate installed over 30 lbs. felt or equivalent and the sill
plate is 8" or more above grade_
57. 1;[.0 R Fl"MINC,. IRC Sections R502.7, R502.7.1,
\ R502.8, R502.8.1, and R502.82. Joists shall be
supported laterally at the ends by fall -depth solid blocking
not less than 2 inches (51 mm) nominal in thickness; or
by attachment to a full -depth header, band, or rim joist, or
to an adjoining stuff or shall be otherwise provided with
lateral support to prevent rotation. Exception: In Seismic
Design Categories DO, Dl, & D2, lateral restraining
shall also be provided at each intermediate support.
Joists exceeding a nominal 2 inches by 12 inches (51 mm
by 305 nun) shall be supported laterally by solid blocking,
diagonal bridging (wood or metal), or a continuous 1-
inch-by-3-inch (25.4mm by 76 mm) strip nailed across
the bottom of joists perpendicular to joists at intervals not
exceeding 8 feet (2438 mm). Structural floor members
shall not be cut, bored, or notched in excess of the
limitations specific in this section. See Figure R502.8.
Notches in solid lumber joists, rafters, and beams shall
not exceed one -sixth of the depth of the member, shall not
be longer than one-third of the depth of the member, and
shall not be located in the middle one-third of the span.
Notches at the ends of the member shall not exceed one-
fourth the depth of the member. The tension side of
members 4 inches (102 mm) or greater in nominal
thickness shall not be notched ecept at the ends of the
members. The diameter of holes bored or cut into
members shall not exceed one-third the depth of the
member. Holes shall not be closer than 2 inches (51 mm)
to the top or bottom of the member, or to any other hole
located in the member. Where the member is also
notched, the hole shall not ue closer than 2 inches (51
nun) to the notch. Cuts, notches, and holes bored in
trusses, structural composite lumber, structural glue -
laminated members, or ]-joists are prohibited except
where permitted by the manufacturer's recommendations,
or where the effects of such alterations are specifically
considered in the design of the member by a registered
design professional.
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58, BEARING PARTITIONS. IRC Section 502.4. Joists
\ under parallel bearing partitions shall be of adequate size
to support the load. Double joists, sized to adequately
support the load, that are separated to permit the
installation of piping or vents, shall be full depth solid
blocked with lumber not less than 2" in nominal thickness
spaced not more than 4' o.c. Bearing partitions
perpendicular to joists shall not be offset from supporting
girders, walls, or partitions more than the joist depth
unless joists are of sufficient size to carry the additional
load.
59. PROTECTION AGAINST DECAY. IRC Section
R319.1. Protection from decay shall be provided in the
following locations by the use of naturally durable wood
or wood that is preservative treated in accordance with
AWPS U1 for the species, product, preservative, and end
use. Preservatives shall be listed in Section 4 of AWPA
Ul.
1. Wood joists or the bottom of a wood structural floor
when closer than 18 inches (457 mm) or wood
girders when closer than 12 inches (305 mm) to the
exposed ground in crawl spaces or unexcavated area
located within the periphery of the building
foundation.
2. All wood framing members that rest on concrete or
masonry exterior foundation walls and are less than 8
inches (203 mm) from the exposed ground.
3. Sills and sleepers on a concrete or masonry slab that
is in direct contact with the ground unless separated
from such slab by an impervious moisture barrier.
4. The ends of wood girders entering exterior masonry
or concrete walls having clearances of less than 0.5
inches (12.7 mm) on tops, sides, and ends.
5. Wood siding, sheathing, and wall framing on the
exterior of a building having a clearance of less than
6 inches (l 52 mm) from the ground.
6. Wood structural members supporting moisture -
permeable floors or roofs that are exposed to the
weather, such as concrete or masonry slabs, unless
separated from such floors or roofs by an impervious
moisture barrier.
7. Wood furring strips or other wood framing members
attached directly to the interior of exterior masonry
walls or concrete walls below grade except where an
approved vapor retarder is applied between the wall
and the furring strips or framing members.
Field -cut ends, notches, and drilled holes of preservative -
treated wood shall be treated in the field in accordance
with AWPA M4.
�60 UNDER -FLOOR ACCESS. IRC Section 408.3. Access
shall be provided to all under -floor spaces. Access
openings through the floor shall be a miimum of l 8" x
24". Openings through a perimeter wall shall be at least
1677 x 24". When any portion of the through wall access
is below grade, an areaway of not less than 167' x 24"
shall be provided. The bottom of the areaway shall be
below the threshold of the access opening. Through wall
access openings shall not be located under a door to the
residence. The opening shall be unobstructed by pipes,
ducts, or similar construction
61. WALLFRAMING. IRC Sections 602.3.1, 602.3.2,
602.3.3, 602.3.4, 602.6, and 602.9. Utility grade studs
shall not be spaced more than 16" on center, or support
more than, a roof and ceiling, or exceed 8" in height for
exterior and load bearing walls or 10' for interior non -
bearing walls. The size, height, and spacing of all other
wood -framing studs shall be in accordance with Table
R602.3.5. Exception: Studs greater than 10' in height
that are in accordance with Table R602.1.3. Studs shall
be placed with their wide dimension perpendicular to the
wall. Wood stud walls shall be capped with a double top
plate installed to provide overlapping at corners and
intersections with bearing partitions. End joints shall be
offset at least 24". PIates shall be a ominal 2" in depth
and have a width at least equal to the width of studs.
Where joists, trusses, or rafters are spaced more than 16"
o.c. and the bearing studs are spaced 24" o.c., such
members shall bear within 5" of the studs beneath. Studs
shall have full bearing on a nominal 2-by or larger plate
or sill having a width at least equal to the width of the
studs. r'utMtrlg 9i1 ngt biDg may not exceed 25% of the
stud width in bearing or exterior walls and may not
exceed 40% of a single stud width in non -bearing
partitions Bork d or drilled _holes. diameter of the
resulting hole may not exceed 40% of the stud width and
is no closer than 5/8" to the edge of the stud, and the hole
is located in the same section as a cut or notch.
Exception: 1) A stud may be bored to a diameter not
exceed 60% of its width, provided that such studs located
in exterior walls or bearing partitions are doubled and
that not more than two successive studs are bored. 2)
Approved stud shoes may be used when installed in
accordance with the manufacturer's recommendation.
See Figures R602.6(1), R602.6.2(2), and R602.6.1 for
additional details. Section 2320.11.5. Foundation cripple
walls shall be framed of studs not less in size than the
studding above. When exceeding 4'0" in height, such
walls shall be framed of studs having the size required for
an additional story. Cripple walls with a stuff height less
than 14" shall be sheathed on at least one side with a
wood structural panel that is fastened to both the top and
bottom plates in accordance with Table R602.3(l) or the
cripple walls shall be constructed of solid blocking.
Cripple walls shall be supported on continuous
foundations.
62, WALL BRACING_ IRC Section 602.10. All exterior
walls shall be braced in accordance to Section 602.10 and
602.11. In addition, interior braced wall lines shall be
provided in accordance with Section R602.10.1.1 and
R602.10.9. Cripple wall bracing shall be provided in
accordance R602.10.2. and 602.10.11. Braced wall lines
shall consist of braced wall panel construction in
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accordance with Section R602.10.3. Braced wall panels
shall begin no more than 8'0" from each end of a braced
wall line. Braced wall lines may have offsets out of plane
up to 4'0". Spacing between braced wall lines shall not
exceed 25'0" o.c. in both the longitudinal and transverse
directions_ Braced wall line sills shall be anchored to
concrete or masonry foundations in accordance with
Sections R403.1.6 and R602.11. Plate washers a
minimum of/" x 3" x 3" shall be provided between the
foundation sill plate and the nut. Interior braced wall
panels shall be fastened to floor and roof framing in
accordance with Table R602.3.1(1) to required
foundations in accordance with the following
requirements:
I. Floor joists parallel to the top plate shall be toe -nailed
to the top plate with at least 8d nails spaced a
maximum of 6" o_c.;
2. Top plate laps shall be face -nailed with at least 8-16d
nails on each side of splice.
See Tables R602.10.1 and R602.10.5 for additional wall
bracing information.
63, OPENINGS IN EXTERIOR & INTERIOR WALLS
(I1E. i11ERS1. IBC Section 2308.9.5, 2308.9.6, 2308.9.7
& IRC Section R602.7. Headers shall be provided over
each opening in exterior -bearing walls. Headers shall be
of two pieces of nominal 2-inch framing lumber set on
edge as permitted in Tables R502.5(1) and R502.5(2) and
nailed together in accordance with Table 2304.9.1 or of
solid lumber of equivalent size. Exterior headers not
listed in the tables shall be designed to support the loads
specified in Table R301.5. Each end of all headers shall
have at least 1-1/2" of bearing for the full width.
64. FIREBLOCKING & DRAFTSTOPPING. IRC
Sections R602.8 & R502.12. Fireblocking shall be
installed to cut off all concealed vertical and horizontal
draft openings and shall form an effective fire barrier
between stories, between a top story and the roof space.
Fireblocking shall be provided in wood fram construction
in the following locations:
l . In concealed spaces of stud walls and partitions,
including furred spaces and parallel rows of studs or
staggered studs as follows:
a. Vertically at the ceiling and floor levels;
b. Horizontally at intervals not exceeding 10 feet.
2. At all interconnections between concealed vertical
and horizontal spaces such as occur at soffits, drop
ceilings, and cove ceilings_
3. In concealed spaces between stair stringers at the top
and bottom of the run. Enclosed spaces under stairs
shall comply with Section R311.2.2.
4. At openings around vents, pipes, ducts, cables, and
wires at ceiling and floor level, with an approved
material to resist the free passage of flame and
products of combustion.
5. For the fireblocking of chimneys and fireplaces. see
Section R1003.19.
6. Fireblock of cornices of a two-family dwelling is
required at the line of dwelling unit separation.
Fireblocking materials shall consist of material listed in
Section R602.8.1. Loose -fill insulation material shall not
be used as a fireblock unless specifically tested in the
form and manner intended. The integrity of all fireblocks
shall be maintained. DRAFTSTOPPING: When there is
usable space both above and below a concealed space of a
floor/ceiling assembly, draftstops shall be installed so that
the area of the concealed space does not exceed 1000
square feet. Draftstops shall divide the concealed space
into approximately equal areas. Draftstopping materials
shall consist of materials listed in Section R502.12.I I.
65. EXTERIOR COVERING. IRC Section 703.8.
Approved corrosion -resistant flashing shall be applied
" shingle -fashion in such a manner to prevent entry of water
into the wall cavity or penetration of water to the building
structural framing components. The flashing shall extend
to the surface of the exterior wall finish. Approved
corrosion -resistant flashings shall be installed at all of the
following locations:
1. Flashing at exterior window and door openings shall
extend to the surface of the exterior wall fmish or to
the water -resistive barrier for subsequent drainage.
2. At the intersection of chimneys or other masonry
construction with frame or stucco walls, with
projecting lips on both sides under stucco copings.
3. Under and at the ends of masonry, wood, or metal
copings and sills.
4. Continuously above all projecting wood trim.
5. Where exterior porches, decks, or stairs attach to a
wall or floor assembly of wood -frame construction.
6. At wall and roof intersections.
7. At built-in gutters.
66. WEATHER RESISTANT SHEATHING PAPER
AND FLASHING. IRC Sections R703.2 and R703.8.
The exterior wall envelope shall be (icsigned and
constructed in such a manner as to prevent the
accumulation of water within the wall Assembly by
providing a water-resistant barrier behind exterior veneer.
Asphalt -saturated felt free from holes and breaks,
weighing not less than 14 lbs. per 100 SF and complying
with ASTM D 226 or other approved weather resistant
material shall be applied over studs or sheathing of all
exterior walls as required by Table R703.4. Such felt or
material shall be applied horizontally, with the upper
layer lapped over the lower layer not less than 2".
Exception. 1) In detached accessory buildings; 2) Under
panel siding with shiplap joints or battens; 3) under
exteriorwall,finish materials as permitted in Table
R703.4; 4) Under paperbacked stucco lath. Approved
corrosion -resistant shall be provided in the exterior wall
envelope in such a manner as to prevent entry of water
into the wall cavity or penetration of water to the building
structural framing components. The flashing shall extend
to the surface of the exterior wall finish and shall be
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installed to prevent water from re-entering the exterior
wall envelope. Approved corrosion resistant flashing
shall be installed at all of the following locations:
1. At the top of all exterior window and door openings
in such a manner as to be leak -proof,
2. At the intersection of chimneys or other masonry
construction with frame or stucco walls with
projecting lips on both sides under stucco copings;
3. Under and at the ends of masonry, wood, or metal
copings and sills;
4. Continuously above all projecting wood trim;
5. Where exterior porches, decks, or stairs attach to a
wall or floor assembly of wood construction;
6. At wall and roof intersections;
7. At built-in gutters.
67. STONE AND MASONRY VENEER. GENERAL
IRC Section R703.7. Stone and masonry veneer shall be
installed in accordance with this chapter, Table R703.4,
and Figure R703.7. These veneers installed over a
backing of wood or cold -formed steel shall be limited to
the first story above -grade and shall not exceed 5 inches
(127 mm) in thickness.
Exceptions:
1. For all buildings in Seismic Design Categories A, B,
and C, exterior stone or masonry veneer, as specified
in Table R703.7(1), with a backing of wood or steel
framing shall be permitted to the height specified in
Table R703.7(1) above a noncombustible foundation.
Wall bracing at exterior and interior braced wall
lines shall be in accordance with Section R602.10 or
R603.7, and the additional requirements of Table
R 703.7(1).
2. For detached one -or two-family dwellings in seismic
Design Categories DO, DI, and D2, exterior stone or
masonry veneer, as specified in Table R703.7(2),
with a backing or wood framing shall be permitted to
the height specified in Table R703.7(2) above a
noncombustible foundation. Wall bracing and hold
downs at exterior and interior braced wall lines shall
be in accordance with Sections R602.10
�68 SIDING/EARTH SEPARATION. IRC Section
R319,1.5. Wood sidmld,, sheathing, and wall 1raining on
the exterior of the building used within 6" of earth shall
be pressure preservatively treated wood or wood of
natural resistance to decay identified in item #56 of this
checklist.
69. DECKS AND EXTERIOR STAIRS. IRC Section
319.1.2. Based upon climate conditions and local
exposure, approved naturally durable or pressure
preservatively treated wood shall be used for those
portions of wood members that form the structural
supports of buildings, balconies, porches, or similar
permanent building appurtenances. Such members may
include: 1) Horizontal members such as girders; joists.
and decking; 2) Vertical members such as posts, poles,
and columns; 3) Both horizontal and vertical members.
Field applied treatment is not an approved method.
Treatment must be applied by manufacturer. See item
456 of this checklist.
70. WOOD TRUSSES. IRC Section 502.11. Wood trusses
shall be designed in accordance with approved
engineering practices. Engineering data and installation
specifications, including the type of roofing to be used,
shall be available on site at framing inspection. Roof
trusses shall be supported laterally at points of bearing by
solid blocking to prevent rotation and lateral
displacement.
71. RAFTERS. IRC Sections R802.3, R802.3.1, and
\ R802.8. Rafter shall be framed to ridge board or to each
other with a gusset plate as a tie. Ridge board shall be at
least 1-inch nominal thickness and not less than the cut
end of the rafter. At all valleys or hips there shall be a
valley or hip rafter not less than 2" nominal thickness and
not less in depth than the cut end of the rafter. Hip and
valley rafters shall be supported at the ridge by a brace to
a bearing partition or be designed to carry and distribute
the specific load at that point. Where the roof pitch is less
than three units in 12-unit horizontal (25 percent slope),
structural members that support rafters and ceiling joists,
such as ridge beams, hops, and valleys, shall be designed
as beams. Rather ties shall be placed not more than 4' on
center. Ceiling joists and rafters -shall be nailed to each
other in accordance with Table R802.5.1(9), and the
assembly shall be nailed to the top wall plate in
accordance with Table R602.3(1)_ Rafter and ceiling
joists having a depth -to -thickness ratio exceeding 5 to 1
based on nominal dimensions shall be provided with
lateral support at points of bearing to prevent rotation.
Ceiling joists shall be continuous or securely joined in
accordance with Table R802.5.1(9) where they meet over
interior partitions, and are nailed to adjacent rafters to
provide a continuous tie across the building when such
joists are parallel to the rafters. Where ceiling joists are
not connected to the rafters at the top wall plate, joists
connected higher in the attic shall be installed as rafter
ties, or rafter ties shall be installed to provide a
continuous tie. Where ceiling joists are not parallel to
rafters, rafter ties shall be installed. Rafter ties shall be a
minimum of 2 inches by 4 inches (51 mm by 102 mm)
(nominal), installed in accordance with the connection
requirements in Table R802.5.1(9), or connections of
equivalent capacities sball be provided. Where ceiling
joists or rafter ties are not provided, the ridge formed by
these rafters shall be supported by a wall or girder
designed in accordance with accepted engineering
practice. Collar ties or ridge straps to resist wind uplift
shall be connected in the upper third of the attic space in
accordance with Table R6023(1). Collar ties shall be a
minimum of 1 inch by 4 inch (25 mm by 102 mm)
(nominal), and spaced not more than 4 feet (1219 mm) on
center_
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72. RAFTER OPENINGS. IRC Section 802.9. Openings in
roof and ceiling framing shall be framed with header and
trimmer joists. When the header joist does not exceed 4',
The header joist may be a single member the same size as
the ceiling joist or rafter. Single trimmer joists maybe
used to carry a single header joist that is located within 3'
of the trimmer joist bearing. When the header joist span
exceed 4', the trimmer joists and the header joist shall be
doubled and of sufficient cross section to support the
ceiling joists or rafter framing into the header. Approved
hangers shall be used for the header joist to trimmer joist
connections when the header joist span exceeds 6'. Tail
joists over 12" long shall be supported at the header by
framing anchors or on ledger strips not less than 2" x 2".
73. CEILING JOISTS LATERAL StJP'PORT
BRIDGING. IRC Sections R802.8 & R802.8.1. Rafters
and ceiling joists having a depth -to -thickness ratio
exceeding 5 to 1 based upon nominal dimensions shall be
provided with lateral support at points of bearing to
prevent rotation. Rafters and ceiling joists having a
depth -to -thickness ratio exceeding 6 to I based upon
nominal dimensions shall be supported laterally by solid
blocking, diagonal bridging (wood or metal), or
continuous l" x 3" wood strip nailed across the rafter or
ceiling joists at intervals not exceeding 8'.
7. ROOF DRAINAGE. IRC Section R903.4. Unless roofs
are sloped to drain over roof edges; roof drains shall be
installed at each low point of the roof. Where required for
roof drainage, scuppers shall be placed level with the roof
surface in a wall or parapet. Overflow drains shall
discharge to an approved location and shall not be
connected to roof drain lines.
75, ROOF MATERIALS_ IRC Section R905.1. Roof
coverings shall be applied in accordance with the
applicable provisions of this section and the
manufacturer's installation instructions. Unless otherwise
specified in this section, roof coverings shall be installed
to resist the component and cladding loads specified in
Table R301.2(2), and adjusted for height and exposure in
accordance with Table R301.2(3).
76, ATTIC VENTILATION. IRC Section R806. Enclosed
attics and rafter spaces formed where ceilings are applied
directly to the underside of roof rafters shall have cross
ventilation for each separate space ventilating openings
protected against the entrance of rain and snow.
Ventilating openings shall be provided with corrosion -
resistant wire rnesh, with 1/8" minimum to maximum
openings. The total net free ventilating area shall not be
less than l to 150 of the area of the space ventilated,
except that the total area is permitted to be reduced to 1 to
300, provided at least 50% and not more than 80% of the
required ventilating area is provided by ventilators located
in the upper portion of the space to be ventailted at least
3' above eave or cornice vents with the balance of the
required ventilation provided by eave or cornice vents.
As an alternative, the net free cross -ventilation area may
be reduced to I to 300 when a vapor retarder having a
transmission rate not exceeding 1-perm is installed on the
warn winter side of the ceiling. Where eave or cornice
vents are installed, insulation shall not block the free flow
of air. A minimum of a 1" space shall be provided
between the insulation and the roof sheathing at the
location of the vent.
77. (°IIININEY "EX.HT, CHIMNEY CRI KIA"S. IRC
Sections 1001.6, R1001.17, R1002.1, and R1003.9.
Masonry chimneys shall extend at least 2' higher than any
portion of a building within 10', but shall not be less than
3' above the highest point where the chimney passes
through the roof. Chimneys shall be provided crickets
when the dimension parallel to the ridgeline is greater
than 30" and does not intersect the ridgeline. The cricket
and chimney shall be flashed and counterflashed and shall
be constructed in compliance with Figure R1001.17 and
Table R1001.17. Factory -built chimneys shall be listed
and labeled and shall be installed and terminated in
accordance with the manufacturer's installation
instructions.
GENERAL
78. SITE ADDRESS, IRC Section R321. Approved
numbers or addresses shall be provided for all new
buildiiigs in suclw a position as to be plainly visible and
legible from the street or road fronting the property.
Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all
new commercial or residential buildings (that require an
address), at the beginning of long driveways when the
address is not clearly visible from the access road, or in
any other areas deemed necessary by the local first district
or Fire Marshal. They shall be placed in such a position
as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road
fronting the property. Said numbers shall contrast with
the background.
79. APPROVED PLANS. IRC Section R1063.1. When the
building official issues a permit, the construction
documents shall be approved, in writing or by a stamp,
which states "APPROVED PLANS PER IRC SECTION
R1063.1." One set of construction documents so
reviewed shall be retained by the building official. The
other set shall be returned to the applicant; shall be kept at
the site of work, and shall be open to inspection by the
building official or his or her authorized representative.
80. HEATING. IRC Section 303.8. Every dwelling unit
\ shall be provided with heating facilities capable of
maintaining a minimum room temperature of 60 degrees
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F at a point 3' above the floor and 2' from exterior walls
in all habitable rooms at the design temperature. The
installation of portable heaters shall not be used to
achieve compliance with this section.
81, SKYLIGHTS. IRC Section 308.6. The following types
of glazing may be used:
l . Laminated glass with a minimum of .015" polyvinyl
butyl interlayer for glass panes 16 sq. ft. or less in an
area located such that the highest point of the glass is
not more than 12' above a walking surface or other
accessible area; for higher or larger sizes, the
minimum interlayer thickness shall be .030";
2. Fully tempered glass;
3. Heat -strengthened glass;
4. Wired glass;
5. Approved rigid plastics.
Installed skylights shall comply with Washington State
Energy Code requirements.
82. GYPSUM WALLBOARD. IRC Sections R702.3.8 &
N R702.3.8.1. Gypsum board used as the base or backer for
adhesive application of ceramic tile or other required
nonabsorbent finish material shall conform to ASTM C
630 or C 1178. Use of water-resistant gypsum backing
board shall be permitted on ceilings where framing
spacing does not exceed 12 inches (305 mm) on center for
''/2" thick (l 3 mm) or 16 inches (406 nm]) for 5/8" thick
(16 mm) gypsum board. Water-resistant gypsum board
shall not be installed over a vapor retarder in a shower or
tub compartment. Cut or exposed edges; including those
at wall intersections, shall be sealed as recommended by
the manufacturer. Water resistant gypsum backing board
shall not be used where there will be direct exposure to
water, or in areas subject to continuous high humidity.
shall be installed perpendicular to the ceiling framing and
shall be fastened at 6" o.c. by minimum 1-7/8" 6d coated
nails or equivalent drywall screws:
3/8" minimum from edge and ends for nails or
screws;
Fastening (nails): 7" o.c. max ceiling, 8" walls;
Fastening (screws): 12" o.c. ceiling, 16" o.c.
walls when wall framing is 16" o.c., 12" when
wall framing is 24" o.c.
84, STORY & STORY ABOVE GRADE. IRC Section
R202. That portion of a building included between the
upper surface of a floor and the upper surface of the floor
or roof next above. A story above grade is any story
having its finished floor surface entirely above grade,
except that a basement shall be considered as a story
above grade where the finished surface of the floor above
the basement is: 1) More than 6' above grade plan; 2)
More than 6' above the finished ground level for more
than 50% of the total building perimeter; 3) More than 12'
above the finished ground at any level.
85. HEIGHT OF BUILDING GRADE PLANE. IRC
Section R202_ The vertical distance from grade plane to
the average height of the highest roof surface. The grade
plane is the reference plane representing the average of
the finished ground level adjoining the building at all
exterior walls. Where the finished ground level slopes
away from the exterior walls, the reference plane shall be
established by the lower points within the area between
the building and the lot line, or, where the lot line is more
than 6' from the building between the structure and a
point 6' from the building. Note: Zoning regulations
may limit the height of residential structure more
stringently. Check with your local jurisdiction for
height limitations.
83. GYPSUM WALLBOARD FASTENING. IRC
R7023.6 & Table R702.3.5, IBC 2306.5.1.4. Screws for 86. RETAINING WALLS. IRC Section 1806.1. Retaining
attaching gypsum board to wood framing shall be Type W walls shall be designed to ensure stability against
or Type S in accordance with ASTM C 1002 and shall overturning, sliding; excessive foundation pressure, and
penetrate the wood not less than 5/8". Type X gypsum water uplift. Retaining walls shall be designed for a
wallboard for garage ceilings beneath habitable rooms safety factor of 1.5 against lateral sliding and overturning.
ENERGY CODE
87_ FOUNDATION INSULATION. WSEC Section
502.1.4.8. Slab -on -grade insulation, installed inside the
foundation wall, shall extend downward from the top of
the slab for a minimum distance of 24" or downward and
then horizontally beneath the slab for a minimum
combined distance of 24". Insulation installed outside the
foundation shall extend downward to a minimum of 24"
or to the frostline. Above grade insulation shall be
protected. For monolithic slabs; the insulation shall
extend downward from the top of the slab to the bottom
of the footing.
88. UNDER FLOOR INSULATION. WSEC Section
\ 502.1.4.7 & Chapter 6. Floor insulation shall be installed
in areas over unconditioned spaces, such as vented crawl
spaces, unconditioned basements, and garages. The
nominal R-value shall not be less than that approved for
floors over unconditioned spaces on the approved
building plan. Unless approved for other than
prescriptive approach, the typical R-Value for floors shall
be R-30. See Chapter 6 Table 6-1. Floor insulation shall
be installed n a permanent manner in substantial contact
with the surface being insulated. Insulation supports shall
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be installed so spacing is no more than 24" o.c.
Foundation vents shall be placed so that the top of the
vent is below the lower surface of the floor insulation.
89. WALL INSULATION. WSEC Section 502.1.4.6 &
\ Chapter 6. Above grade exterior walls shall be insulated
to not less than the nominal R-Value specified on the
approved building plans. Unless approved for other than
prescriptive approach, the typical R-Value for wall
insulation shall be R-21. See Chapter 6, Table 6-1. All
exterior wall insulation shall fill the entire framed cavity.
Faced baits shall be face -stapled (not inset -stapled) to
avoid compression.
90. A"'I°"I'1C INSULATION. WSEC Section 502.1.4.1,
502.1.4.5, & Chapter 6, IBC 1203.2. Ceilings below
vented attics shall be insulated to not less than the
nominal R-Value specified on the approved building
plans. Unless approved for other than prescriptive
approach, the typical R-Value for attic insulation shall be
R-38. See Chapter 6 Table 6-1. The thickness of
roof/ceiling insulation that is blown in shall be identified
by inches of thickness, density, and R-Value markers
shall be installed at least one for every 300 sq.ft. through
the attic/ceiling. The markers shall be affixed to the
trusses or joists and marked with the minimum initial
installed thickness and the minimum settle thickness with
a number at least 1" in height. Each marker shall face the
attic access. Loose -fill insulation may be used in attic
spaces where the slope of the ceiling is not more than 3'
in 12 and ther eis at least 30" attic space. Eave vents shall
be provided with baffle to deflect incoming air above the
surface of the insulation. The baffles shall be rigid
material, resistant to wind drive moisture. The minimum
ventilation requirements in IBC Section 1203.2 shall be
maintained. Baffles shall be installed so that 1" is
maintained between the roof sheathing and the baffle.
The baffles shall be installed from the top of the outside
wall, extending inward, to a point 6" vertically above the
height of noncompressed insulation, and 12" vertically
above loose fill insulation.
91. " AI1'IJ E D CEILING INSULATION.. WSEC Chapter
\ 2, Section 602.1 & 502.1.6.3- Vaulted ceiling insulation
shall be installed where an enclosed joist or rafter space is
formed by ceilings applied directly to the underside of
roof joists or rafters. Vaulted ceilings shall be insulated
to not less than the nominal R-Value specified on the
approved building plans. Unless approved for other than
prescriptive approach, the typical R-Value for vaulted
ceiling insulation shall be R-30. See Chapter 6 Table 6-1.
Vaulted ceiling cavities shall be of sufficient depth to
allow a minimum 1" vented air space above the
insulation. Faced baits shall be face stapled, not inset
stapled.
92. ACCESS HATCHES AND DOORS. WSEC Section
502.1.4.4. Access doors from conditioned to
unconditioned spaces (attics and crawl spaces) shall be
weather-stripped and insulated to a level equivalent to the
insulation on the surrounding surfaces. A wood framed or
equivalent baffle or retainer must be provided when loose
fill insulation is installed, the purpose of which is to
prevent insulation from spilling into the living space when
the attic access is opened, ad/or to provide a permanent
means of maintaining the installed R-Value of loose -fill
insulation.
�93. '1 11I'"I IN'SIII � 'I'] )N DI C'I"L1a.A1 AGE. WSEC
Sections 503.9, 503.10, and Table 5-11. Approved R-8
insulation shall be installed in the following locations:
ducts, plenums, and enclosures located on the roof or
exterior of the building or installed in an attic, garage,
crawl space, and walls and floor/ceiling spaces. Ducts
located in a cement slab or in ground shall be insulated
with an approved R-5 insulation. All low-pressure supply
and return duct transverse joints, and enclosed stud bays
or joist cavities/space used to transport air, shall be
securely fastened and sealed with welds, gaskets, mastics
(adhesives), or mastic embedded -fabric systems installed
in accordance with the manufacturer's installation
instructions. Exceptions_ 1) Ducts or building cavities
used for air distribution that are located entirely within
the conditioned space do not require sealing; 2) UL 181A
listed tapes used with listed rigid fibrous glass ducts may
be used as a primary sealant when installed in
accordance with the listing; 3) UL I81B listed tapes used
with listed flexible air ducts may be used as a primary
sealant when installed in accordance with the listing,- 4)
Where enclosed stud bays or joist cavities/spaces are used
to transport air, sealing may be accomplished using
drywall, drywall tape plus joint compound; 5) Tapes
installed in accordance with the manufacturer's
installation instructions, providing detailed information
specific fo application on ducts, including approved duct
materials and required duct surface cleaning.
\94. PIPE INSULATION. WSEC Section 503.11 & Table 5-
12, UPf� (WAC') 313.6- All piping, except piping
installed within unitary HVAC equipment, shall be
thermally insulated in accordance with Table 5-12. All
hot and cold water pipes installed outside the conditioned
space shall be insulated to a minimum of R-3.
95. VAI'OR 111"J'ARIDER, MOISTURE CONTROLS.
WSEC Section 502.1.6. Vapor retarders shall be installed
on the warm side (in winter) of insulation. Vapor
retarders shall not be required in roof/ceiling assemblies
where the ventilation space above the insulation averages
12" or greater. Faced baits shall be face stapled.
96 GROUND COVER IN CRA'iNxl SPACE, WSEC
Section 502.1.6.7 A ground cover of 6 nublack
polyethylene or approved equal shall be laid over the
ground within crawl spaces. The ground cover shall be
overlapped 12" minimum at the joints and shall extend to
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the foundation wall. The ground cover may be omitted in
crawl spaces if the crawl space has a concrete slab with a
minimum thickness of 3-1 /2".
97. EXTERIOR WINDOWS & GLASS DOORS. IRC
Scctiotis R613.1, R613.2 , RCi13.3, & R6l 3.4. Windows
shall be installed and flaslted in accordance with the
manufacturer's written installation instructions. Written
installation instructions shall be provided by the
manufacturer for each window. In dwelling units, where
the opening of an operable window is located more than
72 inches (1829 nun) above the finished grade or surface
below, the lowest part of the clear opening of the window
shall be a minimum of 24 inches (610 mm) above the
finished floor of the room in which the window is located.
Glazing between the floor and 24 inches (610 mm) shall
be fixed or have openings through which a 4-inch
diameter (102 mm) sphere cannot pass. Exceptions: 1)
Windows whose openings will not allow a 4-inch diameter
(102 mm) sphere to pass through the opening when the
opening is in its largest opened position. 2) Openings
that are provided with window guards that comply with
ASTM F 2006 or F 2090. Exterior windows and doors
shall be designed to resist the design wind loads specified
in Table R301.2(2) adjusted for height and exposure per
Table R301.2(3). Exterior windows and sliding doors
shall be tested by an approved independent laboratory and
bear a label identifying manufacturer, performance
characteristics and approved inspection agency to indicate
compliance with AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/l.S.2/A440.
Exterior side -hinged doors shall be tested and labeled as
conforming to AAMA/WDMA/CSA 10 1 /I.S.2/A440 or
comply with Section R613.6.
98. AIR LEAKAGE. WSEC 502.4. Provisions to limit air
leakage shall be provided to those locations separating
outdoor ambient conditions from interior spaces that are
heated or mechanically cold S t;. Weather
,l athc t tl' 'T' tg,:
,
a. Exterior joints around windows and door frames,
openings between walls and foundation, between
walls and roof and wall panels; openings at
penetrations of utility services through alls, floors,
and roofs; and at all other openings in the building
envelope, and between dwelling units shall be sealed,
caulked, gasketed, or weatherstripped to limit air
leakage. Other exterior joints and seams shall be
similarly treated to taped, or covered with moisture
vapor permeable housewrap;
b. All exterior doors or doors serving as access to an
enclosed unheated area shall be weatherstripped to
limit air leakage around the perimeter when in a
closed position.
C. Site -built windows are exempt from testing, but shall
be made tight fitting. Fixed lights shall have glass
retained by stops with sealant or caulking all around.
Recessed lighting fixtures shall be type IC rated, and
installed to limit air leakage. Recessed lights shall be
manufactured with no penetrations between the
inside of the recessed fixture and ceiling cavity and
sealed or gasketed to prevent air leakage in the
conditioned space: Additional recessed light options
are listed in WSEC Section 502.4.4.
99. M.XHAU ST FANS- WSVIAQ Section 302, Table 3-1.
Source specific exhaust ventilation is required in each
kitchen, bathroom, water closet, laundry room, indoor
swimming pool, spa, and other rooms where excess water
vapor or cooking odor is produced as follows:
Minimum Source Specific Ventilation
Capacity Requirements
Table 3-1
._.___._ .... __._..-_............. _. m Laundry or Kitchens.
Bathrooms
...................... m ..... ....
Intermittently 50 cfm 100 cfm
Operating —......
Continuous 1 20 cfm 25 cfm
Operation
NOTE: All fans shall provide the required flow when
tested at .25 water gauge. Ventilation ducts shall
terminate outside the building. Ventilation ducts located
in unconditioned spaces shall be insulated to a minimum
of R-4.
I00.WHOLE HOUSE VENTILATION SYSTEMS.
WSVIAQ Section 302.3. Each dwelling unit shall be
equipped with a whole house ventilation system that shall
be capable of providing the volume of outdoor air
specified in Table 3-2 under normal operating conditions.
Intermittently operated whole house ventilation systems
shall be constructed to have the capability for continuous
operation, and shall have a manual control such as a 24-
hour clock timer. At the time of final inspection, the
automatic control timer shall be set to operate the whole
house fan for at least 8 hours a day. The clock timer shall
be readily accessible and be capable of operating the
whole house ventilation fan without energizing other
energy consuming appliances. A label shall be affixed to
the controls that reads "Whole House Ventilation (see
operating instructions)." The cfm rating for the whole
house fan shall be measured using the flow rating at 0.25"
water gauge. Whole house fans located 4 feet or less
from the interior grille shall have a sone rating of l _5 or
less measured at 0.10" water gauge. Manufacturer's noise
ratings shall be determined as per HVl 915 (October
1995).
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Prescriptive Requirements
Table 3-2
Floor
Area,
..... ...........
BEDROOMS
sq.ft.
2 or
less
3
4
5
min....,
max
min
max
min ... °
max
min
max
50......
75...
.... 65
98
90"._ .m
120.
95
...
14343
< 500
'
—100 "
000
05
128
150
1001-]506
.....60 .,.,....90...
75
1. .13
90
135
1.05...
158
6f� i - 066
.... 65
98 ne
._n..80
120
9........143.....
�
] ]0
........
165
1 200...2500 '
-
70
105 -
- 85
128
100
150
1.15
3
173
2501 3000
75
113
90
}35
]m05w
158
120
180
366f_3500
80
120
95
143
110
165
125
188
101 NENTILATION QUC I S. WSVIAQ Section:; 302.2.3,
302.3.4, 303A.1.4, 303.4.2.3, 303,4.3.5, & 303 4.4.3, All
exhaust ducts in unconditioned spaces shall be insulated
to a minimum of R-4. All supply ducts located in the
conditioned space shall be insulated to RA. All ducts
shall terminate outside the building. Fan ducts shall be
equipped with back draft dampers. Terminal elements
shall have at least the equivalent net free area of the
ductwork. Terminal elements for exhaust fan duct
systems shall be screened or otherwise protected from
entry by leaves or other material.
102.CIU'I"DOOR AIR SUPPLY- WSVIAQ 30235.3.
Outdoor air shall be distributed to each habitable room by
\ means such as individual inlets, separate duct systems, or
a forced air system. Where outdoor air supplies are
separated from exhaust points by doors, provisions shall
be made to ensure air flow by installation of distribution
ducts, undercutting doors, installation of grilles, transoms,
or other similar means. Doors shall be undercut to a
minimum'/2" above the surface of the finished floor. A
mechanical system shall supply outdoor air as required in
WSVIAQ Section 302.3.1. The mechanical system may
consist of exhaust fans, supply fans, or both.
103.0II"I"l)C)OR AIR INLETS. TS. WSVIAQ 302.3.5 and
303.4.1.5. Individual room outdoor air inlets shall have:
a. Controllable and secure opening,-
b. Be sleeved or otherwise designed so as not to
compromise the thermal properties of the wall or
window in which they are placed;
c. Provide not less than 4 square inches of net free area
of opening for each habitable space.
Any inlet or combination of inlets which provide 10 cfm
at 10 Pascals as determined by the Home Ventilating
Institute Air Flow Test Standard (HVI 901 11 /96) are
deemed equivalent to 4 square inches net free area.
Where outdoor air supplies (window or wall ports) are
separated from fan locations by doors, adequate air flow
shall be ensured by undercutting doors or installing grilles
or transoms. Doors and operable lites in windows are not
deemed to meet the outdoor air supply intake
requirements. Outdoor inlets shall be screened or
otherwise protected from entry by leaves or other
material. Outdoor inlets shall be located so as not to take
air from the following areas:
a. Closer than 10' from an appliance vent outlet, unless
such vent outlet is 3' above the outdoor air inlet;
b. Where it will pick up objectionable odors, fumes, or
other flammable vapors;
c. A hazardous or unsanitary location;
d. A room or space having fuel burning applications
therein;
e. Closer than 10' from any vent opening of a plumbing
drainage system unless the vent is located at least 3'
above the air inlet;
f. Attic, crawl spaces, or garages.
Exception: Exhaust -only ventilation systems do not
require outdoor inlets if the home has a ducted forced air
heating system that communicated with all habitable
rooms, and the interior doors are undercut to a minimum
'/z " above the surface of the walking surface of the
finished floor covering.
104.1\1AKE-I. P AIR "1'IIII,C)UGH FURNACE. WSVIAQ
Sections 302.3.5.6, 303.4.2, & Table 3-5. The outdoor air
connection to the return air stream shall be located
upstream of the forced -air system blower and shall not be
connected directly into a furnace cabinet. The outdoor air
duct shall be sized in accordance with WSVIAQ Table 3-
5 and shall be equipped with dampers as specified in
WSVIAQ 303.4.2.1.
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Acknowledgement
0 APPROVED WITH
CORRECTIONS
Ok to proceed. Corrections will be
checked at next inspection
Date
Approved plans and permit card must be on -site and available at time of inspection. A re -inspection fee may
be assessed if work is not ready far inspection.
CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
s,INSPECTION
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the inspection. For Monday inspections, call by 3:00 PM Friday.
DATE OF INSPECTION:
PROJECTSITE ADDRESS:
A CONTRACTOR:
CONTACT PERS
TYPE OF INSPECTION: i / /
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'PORT CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
s " y INSPECTION REPORT
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Inspector _ .��,.� Date —�
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RT CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
INSPECTION REPORT
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DATE OF INSPECTION PERMIT NUMBER:
SITE ADDRESS.'
PROJECT NAME: CONTRACTOR:
CONTACT PERSON: PHONE:
TYPE OF INSPECTION:
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Permit# Parcel
BLD08-057 984600805
Cashier. FROWDESK
Fee Description
Plan Review Fee - Revision
Receipt Number:
Payer/Payee Name, GWBELAWRENCEE
Original Fee Amount Fee,,
,mount Paid Baianeel
$100.00 $100.00 $0.00
Total: $100.00
Previous Payment ent History
Receipt #
Re ccipt Date
Fee Description
08-0548
06/0612008
Building Permit Fee
08-0276
03/1712008
Plan Review Fee
08-0548
06/06/2008
Plan Review Fee
08-0548
06/06/2008
Record Retention Fee for Building Permit
08-0548
06/0612008
State Building Code Council Fee
08-0548
06/06/2008
Technology Fee for Building Permit
Payment
Check
Payment
Method
Number
Amount
CHECK
10019
$ 100.00
Total $100.00
Amount Paid
Permit
$1,178.55
BLD08-057
$150.00
BLD08-057
$616.06
BLD08-057
$10.00
BLD08-057
$4.50
BLD08-057
$23.57
BLD08-057
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