The Nevada County Community
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Development
t Agency
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& Nevada
N d C
County
t
Contractors Association Presents
2013 CA Code
C d Update
U d t
Introductions
Craig
C
i G
Griesbach
i b h
Director of Building
Community Development Agency
(CDA)
(530) 265-1583
craig.griesbach@co.nevada.ca.us
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d
Other Staff Contacts
Steve DeCamp
Director of CDA
Community Development Agency (CDA)
(530) 265-7158
steven.decamp@co.nevada.ca.us
Rodney McClung
Permit Processing Technician
Community Development Agency (CDA)
(530) 265-7061
rodney.mcclung@co.nevada.ca.us
Jim Swanson
Supervising
Building
Inspector/Plans
Examiner
Community Development Agency (CDA)
(530) 265-1542
jim.swanson@co.nevada.ca.us
Monte Gillan
Permit Processing Technician
Community Development Agency (CDA)
(530) 265-1571
g
@
monte.gillan@co.nevada.ca.us
Dan Sciacca
Plans Examiner
Community Development Agency (CDA)
(530) 470-2538
dan.sciacca@co.nevada.ca.us
Richard Bucher
Building Inspector I
Community Development Agency (CDA)
(530) 265-1543
richard.bucher@co.nevada.ca.us
Stacy Manning
Permit Processing Assistant II
Community Development Agency (CDA)
((530)) 265-1524
stacy.manning@co.nevada.ca.us
Valorie Wilcock
Administrative Analyst II
y Development
p
Agency
g
y ((CDA))
Community
(530) 265-1554
valorie.wilcock@co.nevada.ca.us
Andreas Theisen
Temporary Building Inspector
Community Development Agency (CDA)
(530) 265-1406
andreas.theisen@co.nevada.ca.us
Please Ask Questions
Your Participation is Important
Goal of Workshop
Outline
1) Informational Handouts
2) 2013 California Building Standard Codes
3) Overview of Changes:
-2013 California Building Code
-2013 California Residential Code
-2013 California Electrical Code
-2013 California Plumbing Code
-2013 California Mechanical Code
-2013 California Fire Code
-2013 California Green Building Standards Code
-2013 California Energy Code
4) Senate Bills that Affect You
5) Top
T
20 C
Corrections
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6) Questions?
Informational Forms
Please Review all Informational Forms on the
Side Tables; Some of the Forms Include:
•Substantial
Substantial Code Change Brochures
•SB 407 Informational Brochure
•SB 407 Enforcement Policy
•Building Permit Application Handbook
•Residential Solar Photovoltaic Submittal Checklist
•Solar Photovoltaic Module Fire Classification Policy
•Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm Affidavit
•Who Can Prepare
p
Plans Handout
•Fire Sprinkler Fact Sheet
2013 California Codes
•2013 California Building Code, (Volume 1 & 2)
•2013
2013 California Fire Code
•2013 California Green Building Standards Code
•2013 California Residential Code
•2013 California Electrical Code
•2013 California Plumbing Code
•2013
2013 California Mechanical Code
•2013 California Historical Building Code
•2013 California Existing
g Building
g Code
•2013 California Energy Code
 2013 California Energy Standards
2013 California Codes
The California Codes can be Viewed
Online at:
www.bsc.ca.gov/codes
Alternate link to Codes also on our Website:
https://law.resource.org/pub/us/code/bsc.ca.gov/
2013 California Codes
All Codes are Effective as of
January 1, 2014 EXCEPT:
The 2013 California Energy Code
which will be effective as of
July 1, 2014
Further Information
If you would like further or more in depth
information on the following 2013 Code
changes do not hesitate to come and ask the
Nevada County Building Department staff
after
f
this presentation or any other time.
2013 California Building Code
Substantial Changes
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT THIS IS NOT A
COMPLETE LIST OF CHANGES IN THE 2013
CODES
What was the first
“Building
g Code” known
in existence?
Code of
H
Hammurabi
bi in
i
1772 BC
2013 California Building Code
Fences allowed to be 7ft in height without
building permit (105.2)
Keep in mind a Use Permit is still required
for fencing over 6ft in height
2013 California Building Code
Food processing kitchens and commercial
kitchens not associated with restaurants
restaurants,
dining, etc are classified as an F-1 occupancy
2013 California Building Code
Specific fire wall, fire barriers, etc labeling
requirements (703.7):
(703 7):
•Required in accessible floor, ceiling and/or attic
areas
•Within 15ft of wall ends not exceeding
g 30ft o.c.
•Min. 3 inch high lettering stating, “FIRE AND/OR
SMOKE BARRIER
BARRIER-PROTECT
PROTECT ALL OPENINGS
OPENINGS”
2013 California Building Code
New table for opening protective
q
((more detailed)) ((T-716.5))
requirements
2013 California Building Code
Information added for Fire
p
Rooms ((901.8):
)
Sprinkler
Pump
and
•Shall be large enough to easily service equipment
•Access door shall be large enough to remove
equipment
2013 California Building Code
Revised fire sprinkler requirements for M and
S 1 occupancies with upholstered furniture
S-1
and over 5,000sf (903.2.7).
2013 California Building Code
Revised Smoke Alarm Requirements (907):
•10yr
10yr battery required as of
July 1, 2014
•10yr old detectors replaced
with new
•Min.
Mi 20ft from
f
cooking
ki
appliances
•Min. 3ft from openings into
bathroom, supply/return
registers and ceiling fans
fans.
2013 California Building Code
Newly installed smoke alarms are not
required to be physically interconnected if
listed wireless detectors are installed and all
sound upon activation (907)
2013 California Building Code
Reduced egress width calculation if fire
sprinklers are installed (1005)
Factor of .2 for stairways
Factor of .15 for all other egress
components
2013 California Building Code
Revised common path of travel
requirements
i
t
2013 California Building Code
Revised route/path of travel measurement
(1016 3)
(1016.3)
2013 California Building Code
Polypropylene (Vinyl) sided buildings shall
b setback
be
tb k ffrom other
th buildings
b ildi
a minimum
i i
of 10ft. (1404.12)
2013 California Building Code
Exterior masonry veneer shall have a weep
screed
d iinstalled
t ll d with
ith required
i d
concrete/ground clearances (1405.10.1)
2013 California Building Code
Added fire classification requirements for
photovoltaic solar modules based on the
type of building construction
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
Entire chapter modified to be more
consistent with Federal Standards (2010
ADA St
Standards)
d d )
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
One (1) van accessible parking space
required for every 6 accessible spaces
(11B 208 2 4)
(11B-208.2.4)
(Used to be 1 for every 8)
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
Handrail graspable dimension revised to
1.25”-2”
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
Van accessible parking unloading zone
alternate (11B-502.2):
5ft
9ft
12ft
8ft
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
Parking stall unloading zone allowed on both
sides except for van parking stalls
(11B-502.3.4)
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
Accessible parking stall signage shall be
mounted a minimum of 60”
60 above grade
level regardless of location (11B-502.6)
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
Toilet centerline shall be between 17”-18”
from the nearest wall/partition (11B-604
(11B-604.2)
2)
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
Minimum
Mi
i
9” hi
high
h clear
l
space shall
h ll b
be
provided at side or end of toilet stall
(11B-604.8.1.4)
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
Grab
G
b bars
b
allowed
ll
d tto b
be mounted
t d 33”
33”-36”
36”
above the floor for toilets regardless of tank
type and “L” grab bars allowed(11B-609)
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
Multiple
M
lti l changes
h
tto allow
ll
ffor a diff
differentt
range of shower compartments, seats, grab
bars, etc.
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
Changes for
Ch
f Sign
Si Mounting
M
ti
Locations/Heights
Bathroom door signs mounted 58”-60” to sign centerline
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
T
Truncated
t d domes
d
shall
h ll b
be setback
tb k ffrom curb
b
edge 6”-8”
Exception: Parallel Curb Ramps
2013 California Building Code
Disabled Accessibility Chapter 11B
Alt
Alternate
t service
i counter
t option
ti for
f existing
i ti
buildings if hardship
New installations are 36” wide minimum
2013 California Building Code
Multiple structural changes/additions due to
changes in ASCE 7-10
Updated structural codes are:
•ASCE 7-10 (Structural Design Manual)
•ACI 318-11 (Concrete)
(
)
•ACI 530-11 (Masonry)
2013 California Building Code
Wind speed calculations are now based on
an Ultimate
Ulti t Wind
Wi d Speed
S
d (3-second
(3
d gust)
t)
USGS maps revised
i db
based
d on updated
d t d
seismic and fault data
2013 California Building Code
Added information in
g
ASCE allowing
Performance-Based
Design (analysis,
testing, peer review,
etc)
2013 California Residential
Code Overview
Code that covers all one-and-two family dwellings, townhouses
less than 4 stories in height, and live/work units complying with
Section 419 of the 2013 California Building Code.
2013 California Residential Code
Subdivisions allowed to have zero (0)
setbacks if 6ft on other property line without
firewalls or protected openings (T-R302.1(2))
Keep in mind to check with Planning regarding
specific zoning requirements
2013 California Residential Code
Bathrooms shall be mechanically vented for
humidity (R303.3)
2013 California Residential Code
Added Efficiency Dwelling Unit standards
into Residential Code (R304.5)
2013 California Residential Code
Glazing within 5ft horizontally of bathtubs
bathtubs, showers
showers,
etc and less than 5ft above the floor shall be tempered
(R308 4 5)
(R308.4.5)
Glazing within 3ft vertically &
6ft horizontally of stairs, ramps
and landings shall be tempered
(R308.4.6)
2013 California Residential Code
Solar Photovoltaic Systems:
Roof & Ground Clearance requirements added:
Ground vegetation clearance of 10ft for ground mount
2013 California Residential Code
Fire protection of under-floor & basement areas
with ½”
½ sheetrock,
sheetrock 5/8”
5/8 sheathing or equivalent
unless:
•There
Th
are nott any ffuell b
burning
i appliances
li
iin u/f
/f or
basement area
•Fire Sprinklers installed in u/f or basement area
•Area
Area not over 80sf and fire blocked
•2x10 or larger nominal lumber is used for floor
framing material
2013 California Residential Code
HVAC
2013 California Residential Code
Revised conventional bracing (braced wall panels)
requirements adding additional alternatives
(R602.10):
•Portal
P t lF
Frames
•Hardboard Panel Siding
g
•Continuous Sheathing Options
Braced Wall Panels shall start a maximum 10ft
f
from
end
d off braced
b
d walls
ll ((used
d tto b
be 8ft)
2013 California Residential Code
Single members headers allowed for certain
applications
2013 California Residential Code
Added standards for Tile backing material and
what can be used for direct Tile placement in wet
areas (R702.4.2)
2013 California Residential Code
Added standards for Window Flashing:
2013 California Residential Code
Added information about taper cuts and notches
for rafters/joists (R802.7):
(R802 7):
2013 California Green Building
Standards Code Overview
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT THIS IS NOT A
COMPLETE LIST OF REQUIREMENTS IN THE
2013 CAL GREEN CODE
2013 California Green Building Code
RESIDENTIAL:
•Mandatory
Mandatory provisions added for ADDITIONS &
ALTERATIONS similar to new construction
•The mandatory provisions only apply to areas
that increase the conditioned area, volume or
size
•Lower VOC limits for
resilient flooring (80%
compliance)
2013 California Green Building Code
RESIDENTIAL:
Rodent proofing required for annular spaces
around pipes, electric cables, etc in sole plates
2013 California Green Building Code
COMMERCIAL:
Mandatory provisions revised for ADDITIONS &
ALTERATIONS similar to new construction when:
oAddition
Addition is over 1
1,000sq.ft.;
000sq ft ; OR
oProject valuation is over $200,000
Some alternatives allowed for
Additions/Alterations depending on the specific
project
2013 California Green Building Code
COMMERCIAL:
•Clarified
Clarified that the construction waste 50%
diversion requirement also applies to demolition
p j
projects
•Exception removed for isolated jobsites
•Revised requirement for entry door protection:
o 4ft overhang,
overhang 4ft recess,
recess etc for a minimum
of 2ft around the sides of the opening
2013 California Electrical Code
Substantial Changes
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT THIS IS NOT A
COMPLETE LIST OF CHANGES IN THE 2013
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE
2013 California Electrical Code
Added GFCI receptacle requirements in
Commercial Buildings (210.8) for indoor wet
locations, locker rooms & garages
Receptacles allowed to be installed face-up on the
counter
t if listed
li t d ffor that
th t purpose (210
(210.52)
52)
2013 California Electrical Code
Support wires for conduits/boxes above T-bar
ceilings shall be identified by coloring, tagging, etc
(300.11)
2013 California Electrical Code
Can you install Romex (NMCable) in a commercial
building?
NO
YES
In most areas
2013 California Electrical Code
All ceiling outlets for lighting shall be rated to be
able to support luminaries weighing a minimum of
50lbs. (314.27)
2013 California Electrical Code
Receptacles replaced where arc-fault
f
protection is
required shall be replaced with Arc-Fault listed
receptacles
t l or have
h
A
Arc-Fault
F lt listed
li t d over-currentt
protection installed (406(D))
Same requirement for Tamper-Resistant (TR) &
Weather Resistant (WR) Receptacles (406(D))
2013 California Electrical Code
Added Exceptions
E ceptions for Tamper
Tamper-Resistant
Resistant
Receptacles (406.12):
•Outlets more than 5.5ft above floor
•Outlets
Outlets that are part of luminaries or appliances
•Outlets behind cord/plug connected appliances
•Non-grounded receptacles where allowed as
replacements
p
2013 California Electrical Code
Sub-panels in other than one-two family dwellings
shall be marked to indicate the location of the main
electrical service (408.4)
2013 California Electrical Code
Electrically heated floors in kitchens shall be
GFCI protected
2013 California Electrical Code
•Disconnect required within sight
of transformers or a lockable
disconnect
•Main
Main overcurrent device for
marinas shall be GFCI protected
•All
All 15,
15 20 & 30 amp ttemp.
receptacles not part of
permanent building wiring shall
be GFCI protected regardless of
location
2013 California Electrical Code
•15-20 amp outlets for pool
motors shall be GFCI
protected
•Metallic
M t lli parts
t within
ithi 5ft off a
pool shall be electrically
bonded
•Walls within 3ft of pools and
less than 5ft in height shall
have equipotential bonding on
each
h side
id off th
the wallll
2013 California Electrical Code
Cord and plug connected Hydro-Massage Bathtubs
shall have the face of the receptacle in direct view
of and within 1ft of the access opening
2013 California Electrical Code
Solar Photovoltaic Systems (690):
Conduits, junction boxes, panels, etc labeled at 10ft
intervals, points of connect, conduit bends, etc
Separate photovoltaic circuits
shall be separately grouped
and identified at 6ft intervals
2013 California Electrical Code
Solar Photovoltaic Systems:
Solar circuits shall be run directly over structural
members; circuits not readily observable shall have
their locations clearly marked
2013 California Electrical Code
Solar Photovoltaic Systems:
If multiple inverters are not grouped, a location
directory shall be provided at each AC/DC
disconnect.
disconnect
Direct Current PV circuits over 80 volts shall be
protected by listed arc-fault circuit interrupters
Fused PV disconnects that cannot be de
de-energized
energized
for service shall have a non-fused disconnect within
6ft unless a clear directory is provided
2013 California Electrical Code
Solar Photovoltaic Systems:
Direct Current (DC) ¾” FMC or smaller or MC conduit
1” or smaller and exposed wiring shall be protected
by guard strips
2013 California Electrical Code
A foyer over 60sq.ft shall have a
minimum of 1 g
general use
receptacle (210.52)
Manufactured dwellings are now required to have
Arc-Fault protected circuits similar to “stick-built”
constructed homes (550.25(B))
(
( ))
Added article about Small Wind Electric Systems
2013 California Plumbing Code
Substantial Changes
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT THIS IS NOT A
COMPLETE LIST OF CHANGES IN THE 2013
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
2013 California Plumbing Code
Added maximum flow rates for additional fixtures
(403 5):
(403.5):
•Toilets: 1.28gpf
•Urinals:
U a s .5gpf
5gp
•Kitchen Faucets: 1.8gal @ 60psi
•Res. Lavatory Faucets: 1.5gal @ 60psi
•Showerheads: 2gpm
gp @ 80psi
p
2013 California Plumbing Code
Added section for emergency
eye wash stations (location, no
drain req., etc) (416.0)
Backflow prevention
devices required for deck
mounted bath/shower
valves, handheld shower
dispensers, etc (417.0)
Revised minimum amount of plumbing fixture table
by adding building occupancy types (T-422.1)
2013 California Plumbing Code
Added section for gas fired toilets
2013 California Plumbing Code
Business and Mercantile occupancies may have 1
unisex restroom if total occupant load is 50 or less.
(U d tto b
(Used
be b
based
d on 1
1,500sq.ft)
500 ft) (422
(422.2)
2)
Exception does not apply to Assembly (A) occupancies
2013 California Plumbing Code
Added sections for all types of water supply and
drainage joints for specific materials (brazed joints,
slip
li jjoints,
i t etc)
t ) th
thatt was never mentioned
ti
d iin prior
i
codes (605.0 & 705.0)
Added exception to allow appliance shut off valves
b hi d appliances
behind
li
if they
h are movable
bl without
ih
removal of gas lines/valves
2013 California Plumbing Code
Added Chapter 16 for Alternate Water
Sources & Non-Potable Applications
pp
(Gray(
y
Water Systems)
Also keep in mind the County Ordinance
2013 California Mechanical
Code Substantial Changes
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT THIS IS NOT A
COMPLETE LIST OF CHANGES IN THE 2013
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE
2013 California Mechanical Code
Added specific
requirements for
permanent ladder
construction (304.2.1.2)
Added table back into code
for mechanical supports
based on material, type of
support
pp and
vertical/horizontal
installations
2013 California Mechanical Code
Beauty & Barber shops shall be separated from HVAC,
water heaters, etc (802.16)
2013 California Mechanical Code
Add d specific
Added
ifi section
i for
f evaporative
i coolers
l
(935)
(935):
•Shall be accessible
•Ground installation on min. 3” concrete slab
•Platform
Pl tf
i t ll ti a min.
installation
i 6” above
b
ground,
d etc
t
Revised gas line minimum test
pressure back to 10psi for 15
minutes and 60psi for 30 minutes
for welded g
gas lines
2013 California Mechanical Code
Added
Add
d specific
ifi requirements
i
f purging
for
i gas
lines prior to placing them into service
(1316 12):
(1316.12):
•Lines shall be purged to the outdoors with a
shutoff valve
•Valve shall be located a min. 10ft from ignition
sources, 10ft from openings into buildings and
25ft from air intakes
•Purged
g line shall be monitored byy combustible
gas indicator
•Low pressure systems allowed to be purged
indoors under certain conditions
2013 California Energy Code
Substantial Changes
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THIS CODE DOES NOT
BECOME EFFECTIVE UNTIL JULY 1, 2014
2013 California Energy Code
Free Training is available:
http://www.energy.ca.gov/title24/training
http://www.bect.ws/index.html
http://www.pge.com/myhome/edusafety/workshopstraining
https://usage smud org/etcstudent/classlist aspx
https://usage.smud.org/etcstudent/classlist.aspx
2013 California Energy Code
Does a snowman melt faster
with or without clothing on?
2013 California Energy Code
Low Rise Residential
+25% efficiency
Multi Family Residential
Multi-Family
+14% efficiency
Non-Residential
+30% efficiency
Compared to 2008 Energy Standards
Net Zero for Residential in 2020
Net Zero for Non-Residential in 2030
2013 California Energy Code
3 Approved Computer Compliance Programs:
CBECC Res ver.1d
CBECC-Res
ver 1d
CBECC-Com ver.ld
EnergyPro V6.0
Code viewable online at:
http://www.energy.ca.gov/title24/2013standards/; this
i l d th
includes
the updated
d t d code,
d summary off major
j
changes, etc
2013 California Energy Code
Residential (prescriptive):
•Reduced U-factor to .32 and SHGC to .25
•Refrigerant
e ge a t ccharge/verification
a ge/ e cat o required
equ ed for
o pac
package
age
units, mini-splits, etc
•Increased minimum wall insulation to R-15 with a
continuous R-4 insulation sheathing
•Wood
Wood framed rafter spaces to have
minimum R-30 insulation
•Ductwork R-value of R-8
2013 California Energy Code
Residential (mandatory):
•Duct Sealing required in all climate zones
•Exception
cept o a
allowing
o
g 50
50W-100W
00 (depe
(depending
d go
on house
ouse
size) of non-high efficacy lighting if on dimmer or
motion sensor in kitchen (part of 50% requirement)
•At least 1 bathroom light shall be high efficacy; all
other bathroom lights
g
to have vacancy
y sensors.
•Lighting in garages, laundry rooms and utility rooms
shall be high efficacy AND controlled by vacancy
sensors
2013 California Energy Code
Residential (mandatory):
•Insulation required for ¾”
¾ & larger hot water lines
•250sq.ft of solar ready roof area in subdivisions with
10 or more d
dwelling
lli units;
it iinclude
l d 200 amp min.
i
service, reserved two-pole space, etc
•3rd party HERS verification required for Indoor Air
Quality Ventilation
2013 California Energy Code
Residential:
•Simplified
Simplified rules and documentation requirements for
alteration and addition projects for both prescriptive
and performance methods.
Commercial:
•Increased low slope cool roof minimum solar
reflectance ((.55 to .63))
•Added mandatory minimums for wall and roof
insulation
2013 California Energy Code
Commercial:
•Several
Several upgrades and changes for commercial
lighting (recommend attending free training due to
complexity of revisions) For the most part it will be
covered as part of your project Energy Calculations
•Buildings
g less than 3-stories shall have solar readyy
roof zones depending on building sq.ft.
•Added mandatory requirements for Refrigerated
Warehouses, Supermarket Refrigeration, Computer
Rooms,, Kitchen Ventilation Controls,, etc
2013 California Energy Code
Commercial:
In all buildings, both controlled and uncontrolled 120V
receptacles shall be provided in Private & Open
Office Areas, Conference Rooms, Lobbies, Copy
Rooms & Kitchenettes.
•Controlled receptacle shall be within 6ft of the uncontrolled
receptacle and automatically shutoff when space is
unoccupied
•Controlled receptacles shall be distinctly marked
Senate Bills that Affect You
SB 407: Water Efficient Plumbing Fixture
Replacement
Effective January 1, 2014:
•Building
Building alterations or improvements to single-family
single family
dwellings will require the replacement of noncompliant
plumbing fixtures
•Building alterations or improvements to multi-family or
commercial property where the building square footage is
i
increased
db
by 10% or th
the valuation
l ti off iimprovements
t are
greater than $150k all noncompliant plumbing fixtures shall
p
be replaced
Senate Bills that Affect You
SB 407: Water Efficient Plumbing Fixture
Replacement
Effective January 1, 2017:
•All
All noncompliant plumbing fixtures for single-family
single family
dwellings shall be replaced.
Effective January 1, 2019:
•All noncompliant plumbing fixtures for multi-family and
commercial properties shall be replaced.
Senate Bills that Affect You
SB 407: Water Efficient Plumbing Fixture
Replacement
Nevada County Building Department will be
inspecting and completing plan review for the area of
alteration related to plumbing fixture replacement that
are affected by the addition and/or remodel
Please keep in mind jurisdictions widely range how
they will be enforcing SB 407; consult with each
jjurisdiction p
prior to starting
g work for yyour p
project
j
Senate Bills that Affect You
SB 1608 &1186: Disabled Accessibility
Compliance
•Promotes and increases compliance with state and federal laws to
ensure equal access to places of business for people with
d sab t es
disabilities
•Provides ways for business owners to ensure that their places of
business are accessible
•Overviews the importance of property owners and business
owners to be proactive in making their place of business accessible
•Best way to help protect yourself is to hire a CASp professional to
evaluate your site and move forward to make any necessary
alterations
Separate Workshop to follow regarding Senate Bills
Senate Bills that Affect You
You can view the entire text of these bills
going
g to:
byy g
http://www.leginfo.ca.gov
http://www
leginfo ca gov or visiting your
local law library
Most Common Corrections
What do you think the
most common correction
is when we complete
building inspections?
Most Common Corrections
Construction in the field differentiating from the
approved plans:
•Minor corrections can be “red-lined” in the
field
•Major corrections need plans submitted,
reviewed and approved prior to inspection
Deferred Submittal allowed for Certain Plans
Most Common Corrections
Stairway head height:
•Minimum 6’8”
6 8 measured from the stair
nosing
Most Common Corrections
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors being
installed at time of final inspection.
Affidavit is available for certain permits
Electrical services completed prior to inspection:
•Grounding/bonding
•Knockouts Filled
•GFCI receptacle
•Mounting Complete
•Conductors Terminated on Lugs
•Compatible circuit breakers for panel
Most Common Corrections
Sealing penetrations in
electrical boxes or top of
boxes for exterior
applications
Install a fused disconnect
or HACR circuit breaker for
HVAC and AC Units
Most Common Corrections
Exterior receptacles
exposed to the weather to
have “bubble” covers and
be Weather Resistant (WR)
rated
Tamper Resistant
Receptacles installed at
final inspection
Most Common Corrections
Completing all fasteners in framing hardware
AND using the correct fasteners
Free Simpson Training on February 25th
Most Common Corrections
Cold
C
ld water
t electrical
l ti lb
bonding
di conductor
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correctly sized; shall be same size as
grounding
di electrode
l t d conductor
d t
Most Common Corrections
Air testing plastic
DWV plumbing
18awg blue tracer
wire for u/g water
services
Interior of conduits above & in
ground in wet locations are
considered wet locations
Most Common Corrections
Exterior
E
t i
Intersystem
B di Busbar
Bonding
B b
installed for
electrical
l t i l services
i
Minimum 3,000psi
3 000psi
concrete & grade 60
rebar for Seismic
Design Categories
D0 and greater
(residential)
Most Common Corrections
Wood siding to have
a minimum 2”
2
clearance to concrete
Incorrect nail
plates/metal ties for
notches & bored
holes
Most Common Corrections
Duct openings not
covered during
construction
3” sediment trap for
gas equipment
g
q p
(HVAC, W/H, etc)
Correct Class A
roofing underlayment
If yyou have further q
questions at a
later date please do not hesitate to
contact
t t the
th Nevada
N
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County
t Building
B ildi
Department