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18-041 City of Northampton • x :, q "' ' z x Massachusetts ,c , ,, 4 a � DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTIONS '✓ ,,, ; , I 212 Main Street • Municipal Building y , � Northampton, MA 01060 fr , 3. ." D. ' INSPECTOR Stephen Ross October 27, 2011 36 Service Center Road Northampton, MA 01060 Subject Location: 164 Cooke Avenue Map Block: 18 - 041 Mr. Ross Your plans dated 10 -18 -11 have been approved as noted. 1. Smokes and COs through the building. 2. Engineering data for all non prescriptive materials. As of August 4 2011 the 8 Addition MA code is the 2009 IRC with MA amendments. In the following are some generic requirements which seem to be problematic. This is not a substitute for purchasing and reading the MA codes. 1. Structures shall conform to 780 CMR 8 addition 1 and 2 family building codes with MA amendments. 2. Grading plan for structures being constructed required. See 780 CMR R401.3 for drainage requirements. 3. Where ceiling joist are not directly connected to the rafters, rafter ties are required and must be in the bottom 1/3 . See 780 CMR R802.3.1. Minimum 2x4 16" OC nailed per 780 CMR Table R802.5.1(9) 4" slope 8 -16nd common at each connection. 4. Steel straps over the ridge or 1x4 minimum collar ties are required 4' OC in the upper 1/3 780 CMR R802.3.1 5. Ridge boards must be the full depth of the cut 780 CMR R802.3. 6. A complete window and header schedule is required. See 780 CMR Table R502.5 for header sizing and number of jack studs required. 7. All framing materials which are not code prescriptive must have stamped engineering. a. LVLs b. I -joist and or Floor Truss c. Roof truss _ 8. A braced wall plan identifying appropriate braced wall areas and braced wall method being used. See 780 CMR 602.10. a. Garage corners and large corner window /door layout may require special solutions. b. All corners must be appropriately attached to the foundation. 9. Ceiling heights minimum 7' for habitable spaces, 6'8" for bathrooms includes tub /shower area if a shower head is used, 6'8" for basement without habitable space, 6'4" at beams /ducts. 780 CMR R305.1. 10. Hazardous glazing locations, within 24" of a door, or within 60" of a stair, or across from hot tubs, spas, bathtubs within 60" if not 60" above the walking surface, and other locations. See 780 CMR R308.4 11. Windows over 72" above grade with the opening less than 24 above the finished floor shall meet the 4" sphere rule. See 780 CMR R612.2 12. Egress and emergency escape requirements shall be strictly met. a. Windows within 44" of floor, DH 3.3 sqft min window size, Casement 20 "x41" exception 5 sqft at 1st floor. Minimum clear opening 20 "x24" or 24 "x20 ". 780 CMR R310.1.1 b. Two doors remote as possible at the normal level of travel, opening measured from the face of the slab to the stop with door at 90 degrees, one 32" and one 28" minimum 78" high. 780 CMR R311.2 c. Landing at each door 36" out and the width of the door minimum 36 ", maximum step 7 3/4" from the top of the threshold and only in- swinging doors. 780 CMR R311.3 Cil REScheck Software Version 4.4.2 Compliance Certificate Project Title: Bernhard Friedman Energy Code: 2009 IECC Location: Northampton, Massachusetts Construction Type: Single Family Project Type: Addition /Alteration Heating Degree Days: 6404 Climate Zone: 5 Construction Site: Owner /Agent: Designer /Contractor: 164 Cooke Avenue Michele Bernhard Construct Associates, Inc. Northampton, MA 01060 164 Cooke Avenue 36 Service Center Road Northampton, MA 01060 Northampton, MA 01060 413 - 584 -1224 Compliance: Passes Compliance: 5.7% Better Than Code Maximum UA: 88 Your UA: 83 The % Better or Worse Than Code index reflects how close to compliance the house is based on code trade-off rules. It DOES NOT provide an estimate of energy use or cost relative to a minimum -code home. Gross Cavity Cont. Glazing UA Assembly Area or R -Value R -Value or Door Perimeter U- Factor Ceiling 1: Cathedral Ceiling 417 38.0 1.0 11 Skylight 1: Wood Frame:Double Pane with Low -E 5 0.400 2 Wall 1: Wood Frame, 16" o.c. 655 21.0 2.0 30 Window 1: Wood Frame:Double Pane with Low -E 32 0.300 10 Door 1: Glass 20 0.290 6 Floor 1: All -Wood Joist/Truss:Over Unconditioned Space 417 38.0 1.0 11 Crawl 1: Solid Concrete or Masonry 170 12.0 0.0 13 Wall height: 4.0' Depth below grade: 3.4' Insulation depth: 2.0' Inside below -grade depth: 2.0' Compliance Statement: The proposed building design described here is consistent with the building plans, specifications, and other calculations submitted with the permit application. The proposed building has been designed to meet the 2009 IECC requirements in REScheck Version 4.4.2 and to comply with the mandatory requirements listed in the REScheck Inspection Checklist. Name - Title Signature Date Project Title: Bemhard Friedman Report date: 10/18/11 Data filename: S:WPPS \MICHAEL \DATA - Programs \Design \VectorWorks \Ross \Bemhard Friedman \BF Res Check.rck Page 1 of 1 -NOTE- THIS PLAT IS COMPILED FROM DEEDS, PLANS AND OTHER SOURCES AND IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN ACCURATE SURVEY AND IS NOT TO BE RECORDED. BUILDING LOCATION ACCURACY IS NOT GUARANTEED -• -o ��,- — P..�...... '. 2 St \ 95 S� '1 �oo■c._ 135 '���,,z. A9 �o-c i3 ‘c=1 C I v A No .A G.0t._. '� i 1 C X3 TO: SPRINGFIELD INSTITUTION FOR SAVINGS & FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY TO THE BEST OF MY INFORMATION, KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF I HEREBY REPORT THAT I HAVE EXAMINED THE PREMISES AND BASED ON EXISTING MONUMENTATION ALL VISIBLE EASEMENTS, ENCROACHMENTS AND BUILDINGS ARE LOCATED ON THE GROUND AS SHOWN AND THAT THE BUILDINGS ARE ENTIRELY WITHIN THE LOT LINES, EXCEPT AS NOTED. I FURTHER REPORT THAT THE PROPERTY IS NOT LOCATED WITHIN A FLOOD PRONE AREA AS SHOWN ON FEDERAL FLOOD INSURANCE MAPS FOR COMMUNITY # 250167 _ —NOTE— SURVEYOR < . • -L THIS PLAT FOR MORTGAGE LOAN PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A PROPERTY SURVEY , �� Ails — MORTGAGE LOAN INSPECTION PLAT— c + NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS RANDALL ti k PREPARED FOR ° v I ZER y RICHARD E. FRANK & JUDY FOGG X35032 , SCALE: 1"=40' MAY 28, 1998 \ ( 'ti R Oq. HAROLD L. EATON AND ASSOCIATES, INC. — ____--' REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS 235 RUSSELL STREET — HADLEY — MASSACHUSETTS KeyBuild.Stmctrert`2.309t CoristructBernhard - Level 6 9 -13 -11 kmBeaniEngine 4.509s Materials Da:abase 1307 5:33pm 1 of 1 Member Data Description: CatcA3 Member Type: Joist Application: Floor Comments: Top Lateral Bracing: Continuous Bottom Lateral Bracing: (See Below) Standard Load: Moisture Condition: Dry Building Code: IBC / IRC Dead Load: 10 PSF Deflection Criteria: L/360 live, L1240 total 1.500" max. LL Live Load: 40 PSF Deck Connection: Glued & Nailed Filename: Q:\Construct Other Loads Type Dead Other (Description) Side Begin End Start End Start End Category Point (PLF) Top 18' 7.38" 154 231 Live Point (PLF) Top 0' 4.63" 140 176 Live / 19 0 0 j 19 0 0 Bearings and Reactions Input Min Gravity Gravity Location Type Material Length Required Reaction Uplift 1 0' 0.000" Wall N/A N/A 1.500" 1029# -- 2 18' 2.750" Wall N/A N/A 1.500" 1120# — Maximum Load Case Reactions Used for applying point loads (or line laads).to canying members Dead Live 1 309#(231prf) 720#(540p1f) 2 326 #(245p11) 793#(595ptf) Design spans 18' 2.750" Product: 11-7/8" AJS 20 MSR 16.0" O.C. Component Member Design has Passed Design Checks. ** NOTE Pass-thru framing is required at point loads over bearings. Design assumes continuous lateral bracing along the top chord. No lateral bracing required along the bottom chord. Lateral support is required at each bearing. Allowable Stress Design Actual Allowable Capacity Location Loading Positive Moment 2769.'# 4400.'# 62% 9.11' Total load D +L Shear 608.# 1490.# 40% 0' Total load D +L End Reaction 608.# 1215.# 50% 0' Total load D +L TL Deflection 0.3911" 0.9115" L/559 9.11' Total load D +L LL Deflection 0.3129" 0.6076" L/699 9.11' Total load L Control: Pos. Moment DOLs: Live =100% Snow =115% Roof =125% Wind= 160% Point loads over bearings are NOT included in the Design calculations, but ARE included in the Reaction table 0eAr CI- .'.\ All product names am SradentarKa of heir respecsvr, owners Your Company Name � Your Company Address [1 kk. Copyright (91957 - 2071 by Keymark Enterprises, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Your Company Address "Passing is defined as whenthe member. floor joist, beam or girder, shown on this drawing meets applicable dasiQrt criteria for [.Dads, Loading Conditions, end Spans listed on !his shoot. Your Company Phone The design must be reviewed by a qualifi@d designer or design professional as required for approval This design assumes product installation according to the rnanufacturar's specifications. Key Build Structurer.2309t . Construct Bernhard - Level 10 9-14-11 kmBeamEngine 4.509s . Materials Database 1307 7:1 lam 1 of 1 Member Data Description; CalcG - Member Type: Girder Application: Roof Comments: Top Lateral Bracing: Continuous Slope: 0.00 / 12 • Bottom Lateral Bracing: (See Below) Standard Lo d: Moisture Condition: Dry Building Code: IBC 1 IRC Dead Loadf 0 PLF Deflection Criteria: L/360 live, L/240 total 1.500" max. LL Live Load' 0 PLF Deck Connection: Nailed Member Weight: 17.7 PLF Filename: QAConstruct Other Loa Type Trib. Dead Other (Description) Side Begin End Width Start End Start End Category Replacement Uniform (PLF) Top 0 0.00" 14' 8.75" 45 137 Live Replacement Uniform (PLF) Top 0' 0.00" 19' 0.00" 60 193 Live Replacement Uniform (PLF) Top 14' 8.75" 22' 4.63" 46 139 Live Replacement Uniform (PLF) Top 19' 0,00" 22 4.63" 49 158 Live I I I 1 1 i "If 11 / 22 5 8 . 7 22 5 8 Bearings and Reactions Input Min Gravity Gravity Location Type Material Length Required Reaction Uplift 1 0' 0.000" Wall N/A N/A 1.868" 4904# — 2 21' 8.250" Wall N/A N/A 1.825" 4791# — Maximum Load Case Reactions Used for applying point loads (or line loads) to dallying members Dead Live 1 1325# 3579# 2 1300# 3491# Design spans 21' 8.250" Product: 1-3/4x18 VERSA-LAM 2.0 3100 SP 2 ply Component Member Design has Passed Design Checks.** Design assumes continuous lateral bracing along the top chord. No lateral bracing required along the bottom chord. Allowable Stress Design Actual Allowable Capacity Location Loading Positive Moment 26546.'# 46674.'# 56% 10.84' Total load D+L Shear 4224.# 11970.# 35% 0.01' Total load D+L TL Deflection 0.6602" 1.0844" L/394 10.84' Total load D+L LL Deflection 0.4817" 0.7229" 11540 10.84' Total load L Control: LL Deflection DOLs: Live=100% Snow=115% Roof=125% Wind=180% Manufacturers installation guide MUST be consulted for multi-ply connection details and alternatives •Ci--.Ar-Cit-C71--- re (- d.- C--' „,,, All product names are trademarks of their respective owlets Your Company Name 2 iveymitrit:' Your Company Address DoPYntlht (C)1987-2011 by Keymark Enterprises, LLC. ALL ft!GHTS RESERVED Your Company Address .., -passing is defined as when the member, floor joist, beam or girder, shown on thts drawing meets applicable design criteria for Loads, Loading Conditions, and Spans hsted on this sheet Your Company Phone T m he design must be reviewed by a qualified designer or design professional as required for approval. This des assumes product installation according to the manufacturer's specifications. v _____--■....■■•■ SECTION 8 - CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 8.1 Licensed Construction Supervisor: Not Applicable ❑ Name of License Holder : ��- t ' . ��'t 2f 7G 0 License N ber Address Expiration Date Signature Telephone — Jr" / L/ /3 -S C/- / Z 2 `( 9. -eristered. Home -Improvement Contractor: Not Applicable ❑ 51-7a . 12.-s s G'. _ 1 Co,, •� ✓-" / r -12 6 Com a ny Name Registration Number s vim✓— I `; � y / 2- Address Expiration Dat r ..otan (4'24 / O'l U Telephone y /3 -s"tlN /ZZy SECTION 10- WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE AFFIDAVIT (M.G.L. c. 152, § 25C(6)) Workers Compensation Insurance affidavit must be completed and submitted with this application. Failure to provide this affidavit will result in the denial of the issuance of the building permit. Signed Affidavit Attached Yes No ❑ 11. - Home Owner Exemption The current exemption for "homeowners" was extended to include Owner - occupied Dwellings of one (1) or two(2) families and to allow such homeowner to engage an individual for hire who does not possess a license, provided that the owner acts as supervisor. CMR 780, Sixth Edition Section 108.3.5.1. Definition of Homeowner: Person (s) who own a parcel of land on which he /she resides or intends to reside, on which there is, or is intended to be, a one or two family dwelling, attached or detached structures accessory to such use and/ or farm structures. A person who constructs more than one home in a two -year period shall not be considered a homeowner. Such "homeowner" shall submit to the Building Official, on a form acceptable to the Building Official, that he /she shall be responsible for all such work performed under the building permit. As acting Construction Supervisor your presence on the job site will be required from time to time, during and upon completion of the work for which this permit is issued. Also be advised that with reference to Chapter 152 (Workers' Compensation) and Chapter 153 (Liability of Employers to Employees for injuries not resulting in Death) of the Massachusetts General Laws Annotated, you may be liable for person(s) you hire to perform work for you under this permit. The undersigned "homeowner" certifies and assumes responsibility for compliance with the State Building Code, City of Northampton Ordinances, State and Local Zoning Laws and State of Massachusetts General Laws Annotated. Homeowner Signature SECTION 5- DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK (check all applicable) New House ❑ Addition Replacement Windows Alteration(s) Roofing Or Doors ❑ Accessory Bldg. ❑ Demolition ❑ New Signs [0] Decks [p Siding [0] Other [0] Brief Descri t of op i .". 1 fr eal t/teivvy Work: 13-4 ✓ Alteration of existing bedroom Yes t No Adding new bedroom Yes No / Attached Narrative Renovating unfinished basement Yes L/ No Plans Attached Roll - Sheet 6a. If New house and or addition t - existing housing, complete the ifollowing: a. Use of building : One Family Two Family Other b. Number of rooms in each family unit: l 0 Number of Bathrooms 3 c. Is there a garage attached? it U d. Proposed Square footage of new construction. Dimensions 2 2_ e. Number of stories? f. Method of heating? Ai (3* F,3 o•.c Fireplaces or Woodstoves Number of each g. Energy Conservation Compliance. Masscheck Energy Compliance form attached? h. Type of construction GJod �✓ h_- . / i. Is construction within 100 ft. of wetlands? Yes V No. Is construction within 100 yr. floodplain Yes ‘--. ^� I j. Depth of basement or cellar floor below finished grade cJ k. Will building conform to the Building and Zo ' g regulations? Yes No I. Septic Tank City Sewer Private well City water Supply �// SECTION 7a - OWNER AUTHORIZATION - TO BE COMPLETED WHEN OWNERS AGENT OR CONTRACTOR APPLIES FOR BUILDING PERMIT /AI C Lae I L (N4 r , as Owner of the subject property hereby authorize 5t,° 1) i to act on my behalf, in _all ma ters relative to work authorized by this building permit application. AlA A LW t ktztiliA 61A.Ai � d 9/ i`1 I I Signature of Owner Date 1, S L- , Ye-037 , as Owner /Authorized Agent hereby declare that the statements and information on the foregoing application are true and accurate, to the best of my knowledge and belief. Signed under the pains and penalties of perjury. t.> . K Print Nate _ / - 1 Si tur f Owner /Agent D.te Section 4. ZONING All Information Must Be Completed. Permit Can Be Denied Due To Incomplete Information Existing Proposed Required by Zoning This column to be filled in by Building Department Lot Size 6 y, . � . .1,..... Frontage / �..... Setbacks Front 2 Z r Side L: -7 y R: >'_ 3 4 L:. / S R: / Rear S 5"S Building Height Y c 2 y Bldg. Square Footage /S4 13 5 2 % f 3! 4' • Open Space Footage % p (Lot area minus bldg & paved 2 Z g'4d A? Z Z,3 f 8c parking) # of Parking Spaces Fill: /1 (volume & Location) A. Has a Special Permit /Variance /Finding r been issued for /on the site? NO 0 DON'T KNOW YES IF YES, date issued: IF YES: Was the permit recorded at the Regis of Deeds? NO 0 DON'T KNOW YES IF YES: enter Book Page and /or Document # B. Does the site contain a brook, body of water or wetlands? NO V DON'T KNOW 0 YES IF YES, has a permit been or need to be obtained from the Conservation Commission? Needs to be obtained Obtained 0 , Date Issue • C. Do any signs exist on the property? YES NO IF YES, describe size, type and location: D. Are there any proposed changes to or additions of signs intended for the property ? YES 0 NO Gy IF YES, describe size, type and location: E. Will the construction activity disturb (clearing, grading, ex ion, or filling) over 1 acre or is it part of a common plan that will disturb over 1 acre? YES 0 NO IF YES, then a Northampton Storm Water Management Permit from the DPW is required. ,,, .- ,. ,, 7, ,, ,. Department use only RECD'\ D City of Northampton Status of Permit: Building Department Curti lttDrtveway =Pent 212 Main Street Sewer/SepticAvailability SEP 2 1 2011 t aterN a l Ava r • rthampton, MA 01060 two S is of Structural ' Ptans � �„�, 41 587 - 587 Fax 413 - 587 - 1272 Plot/Ste Plalisw • Other Specify APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT, ALTER, REPAIR, RENOVATE OR DEMOLISH A ONE OR TWO FAMILY DWELLING SECTION 1 - SITE INFORMATION 1.1 Property Ad This section to be completed by office / y Es Coe c /4- Map Lot Unit n /�i 1�w /-1 . O / U 4 U Zone Overlay District !� Elm St. District CB District SECTION 2 - PROPERTY OWNERSHIP /AUTHORIZED AGENT 2.1 Owner of Record: , h e I -e I ul`e e lc Be (A- IL y Cooke ,lei u; ,-A/1/1 ° Name (Print) Current Mailing Address: A iticitLet,( A- L- 1'Ln..�6-7I Telephone t Signature 3 °� S �2 2.2 Authorized Agent: Name ( nt) Current Mailing Address: - !Vk1 Ol,n„ 01 0/ P4c Sign ure Telephone q/ S S-611 / Z 2 `/ SECTION 3 - ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS Item Estimated Cost (Dollars) to be Official Use Only completed by permit applicant 1. Building Z V c.) (a) Building Permit Fee 2. Electrical ') u*� (b) Estimated Total Cost of l �('t" Construction from (6� $. ""� Building Permit Fee 3. Plumbing 3 4. Mechanical (HVAC) c ) 5. Fire Protection 6. Total = (1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5) !� � � . q t) . c-s' Check Number 3, 41 -- This Section For Official Use Only Building Permit Number: IsDsaute ed: Signature: Building Commissioner /Inspector of Buildings Date File # BP- 2012 -0285 V ' 9)Vj‘.- (1.1 ikl 8A-6K ' .?. APPLICANT /CONTACT PERSON STEPHEN D ROSS ADDRESS /PHONE 36 SERVICE CENTER RD NORTHAMPTON (413) 584 -1224 O f1 — , 1 PROPERTY LOCATION 164 COOKE AVE V G O S' +J MAP 18 PARCEL 041 001 ZONE RR(100) //RI 1 THIS SECTION FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY: �v PERMIT APPLICATION CHECKLIST ry ENCLOSED REQUIRED DATE t) `l ZONING FORM FILLED OUT Fee Paid Building Permit Filled out ��y9 J Fee Paid X7/7 ��'1� �Q �? Tvpeof Construction: CONSTRUCT 19 X 22 MSTR BEDRM/BATH ADDITION �� New Construction R 1e f i Non Structural interior renovations vv�w��� , t r �- Q Addition to Existing `r� IMF ` '``! 44 UL, ` Accessory Structure j Building Plans Included: Owner/ Statement or License 079160 3 sets of Plans / Plot Plan THEF LLOWING ACTION HAS BEE TAKEN ON THIS APPLICATION BASED ON INF ATION PRESENTED: A pp r oved _ Additional permits required (see below) PLANNING BOARD PERMIT REQUIRED UNDER:§ Intermediate Project: Site Plan AND /OR Special Permit With Site Plan Major Project: Site Plan AND /OR Special Permit With Site Plan ZONING BOARD PERMIT REQUIRED UNDER: § Finding Special Permit Variance* Received & Recorded at Registry of Deeds Proof Enclosed Other Permits Required: Curb Cut from DPW Water Availability Sewer Availability Septic Approval Board of Health Well Water Potability Board of Health Permit from Conservation Commission Permit from CB Architecture Committee Permit from Elm Street Commission _ Permit DPW Storm Water Management 0 emolition Delay r I j Signature of Building Official Date Note: Issuance of a Zoning permit does not relieve a applicant's burden to comply with all zoning requirements and obtain all required permits from Board of Health, Conservation Commission, Department of public works and other applicable permit granting authorities. * Variances are granted only to those applicants who meet the strict standards of MGL 40A. Contact Office of Planning & Development for more information. ■ • 164 COOKE AVE BP- 2012 -0285 GIS #: COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Map:Block: 18 - 041 CITY OF NORTHAMPTON Lot: -001 PERSONS CONTRACTING WITH UNREGISTERED CONTRACTORS Permit: Building DO NOT HAVE ACCESS TO THE GUARANTY FUND (MGL c.142A) Category: ADDITION BUILDING PERMIT Permit # BP- 2012 -0285 Project # JS- 2012 - 000458 Est. Cost: $79400.00 Fee: $209.00 PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO: Const. Class: Contractor: License: Use Group: STEPHEN D ROSS 079160 Lot Size(sq. ft.): 26353.80 Owner: BERNHARD JAMES E & MICHELE M TURNER Zoning: RR(100) //RI Applicant: STEPHEN D ROSS AT: 164 COOKE AVE Applicant Address: Phone: Insurance: 36 SERVICE CENTER RD (413) 584 -1224 0 WC NORTHAMPTONMA01060 ISSUED ON:10/27/2011 0:00:00 TO PERFORM THE FOLLOWING WORK:CONSTRUCT 19 X 22 MSTR BEDRM /BATH ADDITION POST THIS CARD SO IT IS VISIBLE FROM THE STREET Inspector of Plumbing Inspector of Wiring D.P.W. Building Inspector Underground: Service: Meter: Footings: Rough: Rough: House # Foundation: Driveway Final: Final: Final: Rough Frame: Gas: Fire Department Fireplace /Chimney: Rough: Oil: Insulation: Final: Smoke: Final: THIS PERMIT MAY BE REVOKED BY THE CITY OF NORTHAMPTON UPON VIOLATION OF ANY OF ITS RULES AND REGULATIONS. Certificate of Occupancy Signature: FeeType: Date Paid: Amount: Building 10/27/2011 0:00:00 $209.00 212 Main Street, Phone (413) 587 -1240, Fax: (413) 587 -1272 Louis Hasbrouck — Building Commissioner • 13. Stairs have critical standards, make sure you know the floor finishes when planning. Minimum tread 9 ", maximum riser 8 % ", maximum overall variance for the run is 3/8 ", 4" sphere rule on risers, 4 3/8" on balustrade, 6" in the triangle. Graspable rail 1 %" minimum and 2" maximum rail, height minimum 34" maximum 38 ", required for 4 or more risers. Landing to landing constitutes a new run. Minimum 6'8" ceiling height from nosing. 780 CMR R311.7. 14. Guards 36" minimum height above walking surface, a bench is a walking surface, required for more than 30" above floor or grade within 36 ", 4" sphere rule. See 780 CMR R312.1. 15. Educate the plumber and electrician about maximum notch and hole sizes, and placement. See 780 CMR R502.8 and R602.6. In bearing studs holes not larger than 40% of a stud no closer than 5/8 to the edge, In interior non- bearing studs holes not larger than 60% of a stud no closer than 5/8 to the edge, in bearing walls if more than 50% of a plate is cut or notched a 1'/2" 16ga. strap must extend a minimum of 6" past the cut both directions and be nailed with 8 -10d per side, or holes in joist are a maximum 1/3 the depth not closer than 2" from the top or bottom. Notches are different. 16. Fire and draft stopping shall be completed before rough inspection. See 780 CMR R302. 17. Ignition barriers in place before final. See 780 CMR R316. 18. Energy aspects shall comply with the stretch energy code. See 780 CMR Appendix 115AA and 2009 IECC. a. An initial HERS evaluation is required including insulation levels anticipated. b. A final HERS evaluation confirming code requirements have been met including duct testing. c. Energy information including mechanical equipment posted on the electric panel. d. Remodeling and Additions can be completed in accordance with IECC 2009 with Energy Star Building Option Package. 19. Vapor retarders. Although these are still in the code there are exceptions, one must understand that there is a difference between a vapor retarder or barrier and an air barrier. An air barrier is intended to stop air flow (convection) a vapor retarder or barrier is intended to stop molecular moisture transfer (diffusion). A vapor retarder or barrier is effective even if there are some holes or gaps, however an air barrier has to be absolute and complete. If air can leak through an electrical device or through a crack it follows the path of least resistance and carries 99% of the moisture in a structure. This is evident every time one exposes fiberglass insulation and finds black insulation, which is dirt filter out of the air moving through the insulation. See 780 CMR R601.2 for vapor retarders and Table N1102.4.2 for air sealing requirements. 20. Unvented attic assemblies. Hot roofs are allowed, but have specific requirements See 780 CMR R806.4. 21. Deck ledgers and post must be appropriately attached, bolts or lags. See 780 CMR R502.2.2.1 Note: ThruLoks are engineered for post attachment supporting a railing. 22. Smoke and CO detectors as required. See 780 CMR R314 and R315. Relevant items must be submitted to the building department for approvals before inspections and or CO can be signed. Other items are intended to avoid costly issues at inspections. Feel free to call if you have any questions. My telephone number is 587 -1240 and office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, excepting we close for walk -ins at 12:00 noon on Wednesdays. Thank you for your ooperat� the e matters. huck Miller City of Northampton Assistant Commissioner and Zoning Enforcement cmiller©northamptonma.gov