2013-0947 McDevitt Entry Bridge.pdf
City of Edmonds
PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS
BUILDING DIVISION
(425) 771-0220
DATE: September 11, 2013
TO: Al Cohen, Architect
Email: Alcohendesign@gmail.com
FROM: Leif Bjorback, Building Official
RE: Plan Check: 2013-0947
Project: McDevitt Building Entry
Project Address: 330 Dayton Street
During review of the plans for the above noted project, it was found that the following information,
clarifications or changes are needed. Please provide written responses as to where the changes can be
found on the plans, and submit revised plans/documents to a permit coordinator in the Development
Services Department. Thank you.
1.Please provide gravity calculations for the glulam beam as well as the deck framing for the
ramp and stairs.
2.The glulam beams must be pressure treated, or fully protected from weather exposure.
IBC 2304.11.3
3.For all stair/ramp handrails show the handrail terminus (bottom extension) as continuing
on the slope beyond the bottom riser for the depth of one stair tread. IBC 1012.6
4.The Stairs and Guardrails information block on page 1 contains some requirements that
only pertain to residential construction. Please update the information to be applicable to
commercial installations within the IBC.
5.The pathway along the ramp
a.exceeds the maximum slope of 1:12. IBC 1010.3, 3404.1
b.exceeds the maximum overall rise of 30 inches. IBC 1010.5
c.requires top and bottom landings measuring a minimum of 48 inches in direction
of travel. IBC 1009.8, 1010.7
6.The alterations require accessibility upgrades for the building per WAC 51.50 (IBC
3411.7). On the plans, either a) clearly show that the entire interior accessible route of
travel complies with current code, or b) provide upgrades per the previously referenced
section. If you choose to use exception #1 of that section, provide a letter stamped and
signed by the architect (reference the code exception), stating the overall project cost, 20%
of the project cost, and list the accessibility upgrades that will be done as part of this
permit as well as showing that the total cost of the upgrades is at least 20%.