2015-1142 Starre Garage Conversion.pdf
City of Edmonds
PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS
BUILDING DIVISION
(425) 771-0220
DATE: September 25, 2015
TO: Rozalley Starre
Email: Rozalleyk@gmail.com
FROM: Leif Bjorback, Building Official
RE: Plan Check: BLD2015-1142
Project: Garage conversion
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Project Address: 23904 80 Way
During review of the plans for the above noted project, it was found that the following information, clarifications or
changes are needed. Please provide the requested changes on the plans, and submit revised plans/documents to a permit
coordinator in the Development Services Department. Thank you.
1.Indicate on the plans the required insulation in the new exterior walls and ceiling as follows, as required by the
Washington State Energy Code (WSEC):
a.R15 in 2x4 exterior walls
b.R21 in 2x6 exterior walls
c.R38 in vaulted ceilings
d.R49 in attic
2.The energy code requires an additional one-half energy credit for your project since it involves newly
conditioned (heated) space. Energy credit options are listed in WSEC table 406.2. One potential option to
achieve the energy credit would be to upgrade a gas water heater from standard efficiency to a direct vent
water heater.
3.Is the water heater shown in the space adjoining the new bedroom gas-fired? If so, it must be isolated from the
bedroom space to prevent an air quality hazard to the occupants of the bedroom. There are several options as to
how to address this, but one potential option might be to install a direct vent water heater, which would not
pose the same hazard.
I would be happy to discuss these items with you if you would like to call me or come in to the permit Center. If I am not
available, we have other plan reviewers that can help you also.