Codes (Exam 2) (2)

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Jurisdiction

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a legally constituted governmental unit, such as a state, city or municipality, that adopts the same codes, standards and regulations; often referred to by the codes as AHJ

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Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

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*used to indicate the entity that has the authority to decide whether the design and construction are complaint with the required codes and to enforce code compliance

*it can mean a legally defined area, a specific code department, or an individual code official who has the right to review and approve construction

*the entities decide which codes are being enforced, manage review and approval of the design and construction, and monitor construction within there are to ensure that buildings are safe

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The code Jurisdiction of a project is determined by...

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the location of the building

*the specific authority that enforces the code can vary from state to state. Most times codes are regulated by a local level.

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Local Level Jurisdiction

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When a local jurisdiction chooses a code, the code becomes a law and is enforced by the local code department

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State Level Jurisdiction

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Code must be followed by each jurisdiction within the state. Sometimes this state code is used in conjunction with other locally adopted codes, or it might apply to rural areas that do not have a local code/code enforcement

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The Code department or Building department

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is the local government agency that administers and enforces the codes within a jurisdiction

*each one sets their own guidelines as to how they will review your documents

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Code/Building Official

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a person who has the authority to administer, interpret, and enforce the provision of the adopted and/or amended code within a particular jurisdiction

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Types of Code Officials

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*Plans Examiner

*Building Inspector

*Special Inspector

*Fire Marshal

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Plans Examiner

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checks for code and standards compliance from the preliminary stages throughout the final permit review of the project

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Building Inspector

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visits the project job site after a permit is used to make sure that all construction complies with the code

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Special Inspector

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A code official who is qualified to inspect a particular type of construction that requires a special knowledge

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Fire Marshal

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They review drawings in conjunction with the plans examiner during both the preliminary stages and final permit plan review. They will also inspect the site upon completion of construction.

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Beyond local building codes, what other requirements must be followed?

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*Local and State agencies

*Sustainability Programs

*Federal laws and regulations

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The Code Process

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The ultimate goal of the code process is to meet all the code requirements so that a building permit can be obtained and construction can begin

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Stages of Code Process

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1. Code Research and Design

2. Preliminary Review

3. Appeals Request

4. Plan Review and Permit

5. Construction and Inspection

6. Final Inspection and Approval

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Code Research and Design

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*Determine the jurisdiction

*Find out which code is in effect in jurisdiction, and if any amendments to the code have been made, or if any code changes or amendments are planned

*Find out what submittals will be necessary for the code review

*Research the code to determine specific requirements for your project. This occurs during the programming phase of your project while you are collecting client and building information. Document the applicable code sections for future reference

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Preliminary Review

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is not required for all projects, but may be crucial on some projects so that allowances for design criteria can be addressed early in the project

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Appeals Request

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Formal request made in writing either through a code official or directly to a Board of Appeals

Reasons:

-need alternative method

-might be cost prohibitive to comply in existing building

-new product not covered by code

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Plan Review and Permit

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A permit is typically required for any interior project that requires construction. This includes:

-New construction or additions to existing building

-Alterations made to a building

-Change in regulated equipment

-Installation of regulated equipment

-Certain types of repairs or building maintenance

permit is issued after a plan review has been completed

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Code Expeditor

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Indépendant consultant some jurisdictions require the use of for Plan Review and Permits

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Construction and Inspection

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During construction, codeofficials will visit the job site to perform inspections to ensure thatcompliance with the codes is being achieved and plans are being followed.

Usually,the contractor is responsible for calling for inspections when certain aspectsof the project area ready.

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"Stop Work" Order

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usually issued if the wasfound to be unsafe at the time of inspection. Thiswill stop all work on the site until the specific problem identified by theinspector is corrected.

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Final Inspection and Approval

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Oncethe project is complete, the inspector will do a final walk through to confirmfinal compliance with the code. Thistypically means the project is complete.

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Certificate of Completion

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issuedwhen the structure or systems within a space or building are complete. The certificate is usually necessary toconnect to local utilities, especially in new construction.

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Certificate of Occupancy (Co or C of O)

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issuedafter the final inspection has been completed. This certificate is typically required before the tenant can occupy thebuilding or space.

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Temporary Certificate of Occupancy

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Thiscertificate allows the project or portions of the project to be occupied aslong as the code official feels that the occupants will not be in any dangerbecause the entire project is not complete.

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Phased Certificate of Occupancy

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Thiscertificate allows the client to occupy the portions of the project that arecomplete.