4577_001.pdfNovember 04 2018
Timothy L Sadler AIA
809 Laurel Way
Edmonds WA 98020
Mr. Leif Bjorback, Plans Examiner
City of Edmonds WA Building Division
121 St�'Ave North
Edmonds WA 98020
RE: Gravity Lounge Project
Hello Leif:
I am working with Elyssa Boyd on responding to plan review comments issued by you on October 29,
2018. Please see responses below in respect to these comments.
1: "Clarify the indicated 'Project Valuation'. It appears to be less than that anticipated by the
represented construction and the indicated scope of work. The building construction valuation for
the purpose of calculating permit fees shall include the total value of work, including fair market
labor and materials for all alterations. These should include, but not be limited to relocating the
restroom door, adding a dining/drinking bar, changes to exterior windows and doors, lighting,
etc."
Applicant Response: See table below clarifying scopes of work to be performed, market value
estimates of these scopes and total value of the work to be performed as documented.
Scope of Work Required
Estimated
Value of
Work
Furniture + Fixtures (Bar Top Construction, Seating, Tables & Chairs)
$3,000.00
Pony Wall Construction
$1,000.00
Restroom Door Relocation
$800.00
New Lighting
$500.00
Overhead Rolling Door
$1,500.00
Painting and Finishes
$2,000.00
Total Estimated Construction/Fitout Cost
$8,800.00
2. "Indicate on the plans the proposed occupancy group, as well as the previous occupancy
group. It appears the new occupancy will meet the definition of "B" occupancy as per IBC
303.1.1."
Applicant Response: See notations on Sheet A-0.1 calling out previous Occupancy Group
"M"(Merchantile) occupancy & proposed Occupancy Group "B" (Business) Occupancy.
3. "Each space needs to be labeled on the plans as to its use (i.e. storage, dining/banquet, stage,
etc.)"
Applicant Response: See notations on Sheet A-0.1 calling out individual floor plan spaces.
4. "Provide occupant load calculations on the plans. IBC 1004."
Applicant Response: See notations on Sheet A-0.1 defining occupant load for the project.
5. "On the plans, show the type and swing of all doors. Indicate whether they are existing or
new."
Applicant Response: See notations on Sheet A-0.1 indicating door existing + new door swings.
6. On the plans, show the type of hardware for all doors. It will need to be lever handled or
otherwise accessible. IBC 1010.1.9.1
Applicant Response: See notations on Sheet A-0.1 indicating hardware types for all doors.
7. At least one accessible entrance is required to the space. indicate which door that is or
whether both exterior doors are accessible. IEBC 410.8.1
Applicant Response: See notation on Sheet A-0.1 indicating accessible entry to the space.
8. Indicate on the plans the distance between the end of the new Bar and the nearby structural
column. The minimum distance shall be 32 inches per ICC A117.1 section 403.5.
Applicant Response: See dimension on the plans calling out 32" minimum between end of the
bar top and opposite face of the structural column.
9. Please clarify the note on the plans "Overhead window to other side down to floor." is this a
new window, or overhead door perhaps? Add descriptions and details as necessary. Also,
indicate the U-value showing compliance with WS Energy Code.
Applicant Response: Notation for overhead door are removed. OHD to be constructed at a later
date under a separate permit.
10. Please clarify whether the Proposed Deck is actually a patio on the existing paved surface, or a
wood framed deck.
Applicant Response: Notation for patio deck are removed. OHD to be constructed at a later date
under a separate permit.
11. The alterations require accessibility upgrades for the building per WAC 51.50 (IEBC 410.7). On
the plans, either a) clearly show that the 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%. Note that the valuation established compliant
with review comment #1 above will be used as the project cost.
Possible features that could be considered for upgrades might include accessible toilets and
sinks, restroom grab bars, door sizes and approach space, etc. Show the selected features on
the plans.
Applicant Response: Please see Sheet A-01 showing access to existing accessible toilet facilities
in the building common area.
12. Separate toilet facilities are required for each sex where the occupant load exceeds 30
persons. (IBC 2902.2) The separate accessible restrooms are considered part of the accessible
route and must be located where they can be accessed from within the tenant space or from
the exterior of the building unless there are accessible restrooms that exist elsewhere in the
building within a travel distance of 500 feet of the most remote location in the tenant space.
The public shall have access to the accessible restrooms at all times that the building is
occupied. If this is the case, provide a letter signed by the building owner stating the existing
restrooms are indeed available as described in this paragraph.
Applicant Response: Separate accessible toilet facilities exist within 500ft of the most remote
location of the tenant space. See accessible route description on Sheet A-0.1. See attached
letter from the building owner stating that existing restrooms are available per the criteria
outlined in the review letter.
Energy Code
13. Where the use in a space changes from one category to another, the installed lighting wattage
shall comply with WSEC C405.4. Provide a completed energy form for Interior Lighting - Space -
By -Space Method — LTG-INT-SPACE, available at neec.net. On the plans, show all lighting
fixtures and corresponding wattages to show compliance with the energy code.
Applicant Response: See attached completed WSEC Energy Form for Interior Lighting.
14. Indicate on the plans the required lighting 'controls' (occupancy sensors) per WSEC C503.6 and
C405.2.1.
Applicant Response: See notations on Sheet A-0.1 identifying locations of occupancy sensors per
WSEC C503.6
Leif, we appreciate your prompt review of our resubmittal package. Please don't hesitate to contact me
with questions.
Cheers, please revert with questions.
Timothy L. Sadler AIA
809 Laurel Way
Edmonds WA 98020
timothysadlerggiiiail.com
(206) 992-6198
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