Response to BLDG 2 comments.pdfthird place design
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4.13.18
Eric Carter
City of Edmonds Building Division
121 5th Ave N
Edmonds, WA 98020
425 771-0220
Plan Review Responses for BLD2018-0342, 8425 Bowdoin Way Interior Remodel
Mr. Carter,
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CITY pF EDMON�NT
The following are responses to the plan review comments from 4.11.18 for the 8425 Bowdoin Way Interior
Remodel project:
General:
COE Plan Review Comment: I apologize for not catching this on the first review but 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 (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%.
For example, the valuation of the project as listed on the permit application is $7000, 20% of which is
$1400. The code requires that in addition to your basic construction budget, a minimum of $1400 must
be spent on accessible upgrades unless the space fully complies with accessibility requirements of IEBC
410.7. Possible features that could be considered for upgrades might include accessible toilets and
sinks, restroom grab bars, door sizes and approach space, etc.
TPDC Response: See new sheet A1.01 Site Plan: Accessible Route showing the accessible route of
travel complying with current code from the property line to the main building entrance and through the
building beyond the Area of Work.
COE Plan Review Comment: It is noted on the plans that a high temp dishwasher is to be installed. A
type II hood as described in section 507.3 of the 2015 IMC will be required, unless the dishwasher is
listed as low steam. If the dishwasher is not low steam, you also have the option of incorporating the
into the HVAC system design. When submitting for your mechanical permit please provide a cut sheet
for the proposed dishwasher and how you intend to provide exhaust for the appliance. Please be
aware, separate permits will be required for the Fire Sprinklers, Fire Alarms, Mechanical, and Plumbing.
Please apply separately for any permits that apply to your project.
TPDC Response: The new high -temp dishwasher will be handled under a separate permit. Please see
note on revised sheet A3.10 and A8.00 calling out dishwasher to be "under separate permit."
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Plan Review Responses for BLD2018-0342, 8425 Bowdoin Way Interior Remodel
2. COE Plan Review Comment: As noted on page A6.00, there are lighted exit signs that lead the
occupants from the kitchen through the laundry and utility rooms. IBC 1016.2 #5 states that, egress shall
not pass through storage rooms, closets, or spaces used for similar purposes. Please eliminate the
lighted sign at both inside the laundry room and the door from the kitchen to the laundry.
TPDC Response: See revised sheet A6.00 for eliminated exit signs at both inside the laundry room and
the door from the kitchen to the laundry.
Sincerely,
Suzanne Davis, LEED AP
Director of Community Outreach
suzanne@thirdplacedesigncoop.com
206-852.6966
177 Western Avenue, Suite 266, Seattle, WA 98119 1 w: thirdplacedesigncoop.com I p: 206.331.3795