HomeMy WebLinkAboutCode Analysis and Conditions of PermitGarfield County Building Department
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IBC 2015 Code Analysis and Conditions of Permit
Date: Friday, 30 Sept 2022
Project Description: Xcel Rifle Station Recommissioning Project
BLCO-7799 Prefabricated Control Building
BLCO-7800 Prefabricated Main Compressor Building
BLCO-7801 Prefabricated lnstrument Air Building
B LCO-78_ Prefa bricated Gas Ch romatog raph Bu ild i n g
Project Location: 770 CR 264 Rifle CO 81650 Public Service Co. of Colorado, Cheryl
Diedrich 1123W.23rdAve Denver CO 80223
Owner: Public Service Company of Colorado, Cheryl Diedrich 303.571.3116
cheryl.diedrich@excelenrgy.com 1123 W. 3rd Ave Denver CO 80223
Gonstruction by: Mears Group, lnc., Mike Denison 2595 Rocky Mtn. Ave # 270 Loveland CO
80538
Architect: None
Engineer:
Control Building, lnstrumentAir Bldg(BLCO-7799,7801) - Wood Group USA Fabrication,
Jackson Robert Emnot 720.42O.8328 emnottj@zapecs.com 45057 Camelot Circle Longmont CO
80504,
Main Compressor Bldg (BCLO-7800) Standard lndustrial Structures Corp, Andrew
Youseff, 281.326.5994 2665 Weshollow Dr. Houston Tx.77082
ayoussef@siscorpstructu res. com
Gas Chromatogrph Bldg (BLCO-78_) Winn-Marion, Katherine Jane \Mlczek
918.877.6000 810 S. Cincinnati2nd Fl, Tulsa OK 74199
Gode Study by: Cadfish LLC 970.618.0230 cadcode@hotmail.com
Analyst.
This code study is based on the 2015 lnternational Building Code by ICC using Plan
wwwplananalvst.com
The following code analysis and conditions are based on the 2015 lnternational Building
Code and other applicable Codes, including but not limited to the the lnternational Fire Code
2015, lnternational Fuel Gas Code 2015, the lnternational Mechanical Code 2015, the
lnternational Energy Conservation Code 2009 and the current Edition of the National Electric
Code as adopted by the State of Colorado and regulations as adopted and amended by Garfield
County.
Any and all deviations from the original plans and specifications approved by the Building
Department shall be submitted to the Building Department for approval prior to installation.
The purpose of this review is to provide for minimum protection of life, limb, health, property,
environment and for the safety and welfare of the consumer and general public as regulated by the
2015 lnternational Building Code and otherapplicable Codes, including but not limited to the the
lnternational Fire Code 2015, lnternational Fuel Gas Code 2015, the lnternational Mechanical Code
2015, the lnternational Energy Conservation Code 2015, the current Edition of the National Electric
Code, and, other applicable Codes and regulations as adopted and amended by Garfield Gounty.
The Focus of this review and correction list is the life safety provisions of the 2015 lnternational
Building Code. Other referenced codes are only spot checked or reviewed by others.
These conditions are part of the Building Permit and shall be resolved prior to issuance of
a the Building Permit for the project.
The approval of plans and specifications does not permit the violation of any section of
the lnternational Building Code(s) and other applicable Codes adopted and amended by Garfield
County, and, any applicable federal, state or local regulations.
NOTE:
4. See sections 1106 and 1108 of the Plumbing code for design requirements.
DRAFTSTOPPING:
lf there is combustible construction in the roof/eeiling assembly, draftetopping shall be installed so
that the area of concealed space does not exceed 3,000 square feet. (718.4.3)
Opening in the partitions shall be protected by self-closing doors with automatic latches
constructed as required for the partitions. (718.4.1.1)
AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS:
lf openings are not provided in each 50 feet on at least one exterior wall or there is floor area
more than 75 feet from an exterior opening, an automatic sprinkler system is required. Openings
shall have a minimum dimension of 30 inches. There must be at least 20 sq.ft. of opening in
every 50 lineal feet of wall or fraction thereof. The height of the bottom of the opening shall not
exceed 44 inches measured from the floor. (903.2.11.1)
FIRE PUMPS:
When provided, fire pumps shall be located in rooms that are separated from all other areas by 2-
hour fire barrier construction. (913.2.1)
PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS:
Portable fire extinguishers are required. (906.1)
See Section 906.1 and Table 906.1 for location requirements
See Section 906.3 for size and distribution requirements.
See Fire Marshall Requirements
STANDPIPE AND HOSE SYSTEMS:
Astandpipe system is not required. (905)
SMOKE AND HEAT REMOVAL:
Areas containing high piled combustible combustible storage require smoke and heat removal
when required by Table 3206.2 of the lFC. Design to comply with Section 910.3.
ACCESSTBLE FACTLTTTES(NOT REQUIRED)
See Project Design Professional Response to Plan Review Gomments List
LIGHT AND VENTILATION:
1. Every space intended for human occupancy shall be provided with natural light by means of
exterior glazed openings or shall be provided with artificial light. (1205.1)
2. Buildings shall be provided with natural ventilation or mechanical ventilation per the
lnternational Mechanical Code. (1203.1)
3. Rooms containing bathtubs, showers, spas and similar bathing fixtures shall be mechanically
ventilated. (1203.5.2.1)
GLAZING REQUIREMENTS:
All glazing in hazardous locations is required to be of safety glazing material. (2406J)
See Section 2406.4 for locations.
WALL AND CEILING FINISHES:
1 . Wall and ceiling finish materials are required to comply with Sec. 803.11 and Table 803.11 .
2. Textile wall and ceiling coverings shall have Class A flame spread index and shall be protected
by automatic sprinklers or meet the criteria in Section 803.5, 803.6.
3. Expanded vinyl wall coverings shall comply with the requirements for textile wall and ceiling
materials. (803.7)
4. Toilet room floors shall have a smooth, hard nonabsorbent surface that extends upward onto
the walls at least 4 inches. (1210.2.1
5. Walls within 2 feet of urinals and water closets shall have a smooth, hard nonabsorbent
surface, to a height of 4 feet above the floor. (1210.2.2)
CEILING HEIGHTS:
Occupiable spaces, habitable spaces and corridors shall have a ceiling height of not less than 7
feet 6 inches. Bathrooms, toilet rooms, kitchens, storage rooms and laundry rooms shall be
permitted to have a ceiling height of not less than 7 feet. (1208.2)
INSULATION NOTES:
1. lnsulating materials shall have a flame-spread rating of no more than 25 and a smoke
developed index of not more than 450. (720.2)'concealed installation' and Sec. 720.3 'exposed
installation'
2. Where such materials are installed in concealed spaces, the flame spread and smoke
developed limitations do not apply to facings, coverings and layers of reflective foil that are
installed behind and in substantial contact with the unexposed surface of the ceiling, wall or floor
finish. (720.2.1)
GENERAL CONDITIONS
G-1 Obtain all Town, State and other required licenses and permits and provide
documentation to the Garfield County as required by the Building Department prior to
issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy.
G-7 The approved plans and the Building Permit are to be kept on the site during
construction. The approved plans must be available for reference during inspections.
G-11 Protection of pedestrians during construction or demolition should be provided in
accordance with the IBC 2015.
G-14 Applicant should be aware that use of or move into the area or building being
constructed or remodeled before a Certificate of Occupancy or Temporary Certificate of
Occupancy is prohibited by Garfield County Ordinance.
G-15 Building permits issued by Garfield County Building Department expire per the
Building Code as amended by Garfield County.
STORMWATER
STWTR-1 Prior to construction , provide a copy of the storm-water discharge permit to the
community development department for approval as required by the Building Department.
ELECTRICE-3 Contact State Electrical lnspector for requirements for an electrical permit,
inspections, and approvals.
WATER
w-1 Coordinate all water and sewer extensions, connections, abandonment's, pressure
tests and sterilization of water lines with the Water / Waste-water providers, prior to
construction of this phase as necessary.
It is the contractor's responsibility to provide and maintain temporary water meter forw-3
water usage during construction if applicable.
ENGINEERING
N-4 Coordinate all work done in Garfield County R.O.W.'s with the Garfield County
Community Development Department and Sheriff Department prior to work in this area.
N-5 Any encroachments into the Garfield County R.O.W. must have approval from the
Garfield County Community Development Department
N-8 The Developer shall repair and repave all streets and roads damaged by the
installation of improvements or utilities.
N-13 An improvement location certificate may be required demonstrating zoning regulation
compliance for building location at time of request for a C.O. Verify requirement with Community
Development Department.
DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICESF-1 Contact the Fire Department as necessary for compliance with the lnternational Fire
Code 2015 as adopted by Garfield County.
F-2 lf applicable, the Local Fire District shall approve the plans of of the fire suppression
system, alarm system, and fire extinguisher locations prior to installation, and other
pertinent IFC requirements. Fire District inspection and approvals of these systems and
a final report of approval is required
L-1 Obtain approval from the Police / Sheriff Department and Department of Emergency
Services prior to closing any portions of streets, alleys and/or sidewalks.
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s-6 The owner and contractor shall be responsible to control all trash, garbage, dirt,
construction debris and noise as regulated by Garfield County Code.
S-12 Provide the Garfield County Building Department with field verification of soil conditions
after excavations have been made.
s-17 Provide pedestrian protection as required.
S-20 Any retaining wall on the site which exceeds 4' in height shall be engineered by a
Colorado licensed P.E.
Projections beyond the property line of the building site should comply with the
requirements of Chapter 32.
lf the project is abandoned or stopped for any reason, the owner shall be responsible
for grading and re-vegetation of the site within a time period specified by the County.
It shall be the developer's responsibility to provide for dust control on the site during
construction.
Notify all utilities for line locations and approval prior to beginning any excavation on
site. (Electric, WaterMaste-water, NaturalGas Provide¡ Telephone, Cable, etc.)
It is the Developer's responsibility to control mud flows and dirt from enteri
public right-of-ways from the site. Clean-up in the right-of-way must be achieved
developer in a manner other than water wash down into the storm sewers.
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ACCESSIB//L/,TY NOT REQUIRED FORTHTS PROJECTT
nCC-g Group F-1 Occupancies shall be accessible.
Such areas or facilities include but are not limited to
a. doors.
b. stairways.
c. elevators.
d. platform lifts.
e. egress or areas ofrefuge.
f. bathing and toilet facilities.
g. drinking fountains and water coolers.
h. telephones.
i. seating, tables and service counters.
j. alarms.
Elevatorsel-t f tevators shall comply with Ch. 30, state and federal regulations, and other applicable
codes and regulations. Provide verification of approval by all required inspection agencies to the
Building department for approval.
Foundations
FDr\f-1 Foundations shallcomply with with Ch. l8 & l9 IBC 2015 and architecUengineer plans
FN-2 lf required, foundation drains shall be installed per the approved engineered plans around
concrete and masonry foundations that retain earth and enclose habitable or useable space as
required by the soils and engineered plans. The design and installation shall be approved by the
project soils or structural engineer.
FN-3 Foundation systems shall extend below the frost line as adopted by Garfield County.
FN-4 lf drilled piers are installed, a representative of the soils engineer shall observe all pier
drilling as specìfied in the soils report for the site to be built on. The soils engineer shall provide a
report to the Building Department that the pier drilling, reinforcement and concrete placement in
the piers has been Completed per the engineer specifications and approved by the soils engineer.
(R401.4)
Concrete Construction
Conc-1 Concrete construction shall comply with with Ch. 19 IBC 2015 and the
architecUengineer Plans Plans.
Masonru ConstructionlVln"çt lrrlasonry construction shall comply with with Ch.21 IBC 2015 and the
architecVengineer Plans Plans.
Súeel
ST-1 Steel and metal stud construction shall comply with with Ch.22 IBC 2015 and the
architecVeng ineer plans.
Wood FraminsWF-1 Wood construction shallcomply with Ch. 23lBC 2015 and the architecVengineer
plans.
Manufacturer's lnstallation lnstructions
ffillationinstructions,asrequiredbythiscode,shallbeavailableon
the job site at the time of inspection
M-1
INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING & MECHANICAL CODES
L-2 Plumblng and mechanlcal must comply with the 2015 lnternational Plumbing Code
(lPC) and the 2015 lnternational Mechanical Code (lMC)
Gas furnace, or boiler and water heater, exhaust fans and other mechanical
equipment shall comply with the lPC, IFGC and the IMC 2015. (i.e., combustion air,
installation, clearances, access, venting, gas line sizing and installation, etc.) and
engineered stamped plans.
I NTERN ATIONAL EN ERGY CON S ERVATION CODE
EN-1 This Building shall comply with the lnternational Energy Conseruation Code 2009 as
adopted by Garfield County. Verifioation of by a rcgistorod design professional is
required at time of CO.
IwSPECTIO'VS
INSP-1 Work shall not be covered untilapplicable inspections are requested, performed, and
approved. Contact Garfield County a minimum of 24 hours prior to the date and time
you would like your inspection. Thank you for your cooperation with inspection
scheduling.
INSP-2 Provide Special inspections per Ch. 17 IBC 2015.