2016-0108 Rucker.pdf
City of Edmonds
PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS
BUILDING DIVISION
(425) 771-0220
DATE: March 1, 2016
TO: Michael LaFon
mike@capsule-space.net
FROM: Andrew Gahan, Plans Examiner
RE: Plan Check: BLD2016-0108
Project: Rucker Addition/Remodel
Project Address: 1006 Spruce Street
During a review of the plans by the Building Division for the above noted project, it was found that
the following (6) items require information, clarifications, or changes for approval. A complete
review cannot be performed until the revised plans/documents, including a written response
indicating where the clouded or otherwise highlighted changes can be found on the revised plans,
have been submitted to a Permit Coordinator. Reviews by other divisions, such as Planning,
Engineering, or Fire, may result in additional comments.
Sheet A2.11
1.The windows at each side of each double door from the kitchen/dining room area to the
outside should be designated as safety glass.
Sheet A3.11
2.It is indicated that the vaulted area of the ceiling will be insulated to R-38 with batt
insulation. However, on Sheet S2.1 the rafters used in those vaulted areas are specified as
2x8. Please specify what insulation product will be used to achieve R-38 within a 2x8
space.
Sheet A8.01
3.Per item #1 above, please indicate on the window schedule that windows 02 and 03 are to
have safety glazing.
Sheet S2.1
4.It appears that beam 14 fails in total load deflection. Please provide detailed calculations for
this beam including the equations used to arrive at the solution provided to help guide proper
review and inspection.
5.It appears that beams 4 and 7 are overstressed in bending and fail in deflection. Please
provide detailed calculations for these beams including the equations used to arrive at the
solution provided to help guide proper review and inspection.
6.It appears that the 2x8 rafters spanning 13 are slightly overstressed in bending. Please
provide detailed calculations for the rafters including the equiations used to arrive at the
solution provided to help guide proper review and inspection.