The following are the processing
requirements and average turn-around times that can
be expected for plan checks:
1. Plans will be plan checked in the order they are received. A log will be kept with the plan check number, date submitted, address, owner or contractor, date submitted to plan checker, date returned for corrections, re-submittal date, zoning approval, Public Works approval, and plan check approval of plans received. Plans that are obviously incomplete or deficient may not be accepted for plan checking.
2. The average plan check time is based on the size, type, and scope of the project and how accurate and complete the plans are. The following is the average turn-around time that can be expected for plan checks requiring only minor corrections:
a. New single-family residences:
2 weeks.
b. Apartment buildings and commercial buildings:
1) Major apartment and commercial
projects which are defined as apartments
of ten units or more and commercial structures
of 5,000 square feet or more: 4 weeks average
for the initial plan check and 2 weeks for the
re-check if needed. The time taken by the designer
to make the required corrections would vary and
would not be considered a part of the City’s
plan check process.
2) Minor apartment and commercial
projects which are maller than defined above
in 2.b.1): 3 weeks for the initial plan check
and 2 weeks for the recheck if needed. The time
taken by the designer to make the required corrections
would not be considered a part of the City’s
plan check process.
3. Apartment and commercial buildings are contracted out to expedite the plan check process and a fee is charged to recover the full cost of the contract work. Minor projects may be done in-house if the turn-around time frame can be met. If the above turn-around time will be exceeded for any in-house plan check, the plan checks can be contracted out and a fee charged to recover the full cost of the contract work. The applicant would have the option to wait for City staff to do the plan checks in the order received if the applicant does not want to pay the extra fee for contracting the work out.
4. The applicants for the plan
checks that are contracted out will work directly
with the plan checker selected by the City of Reedley.
When the plan checker signs off the plans, the plans
are then submitted to the Building Official for the
completion of the City’s portion of the plan
check. In the event of a disagreement between the
plan checker and the applicant, the Building Official
will make the determination.
To obtain a construction permit it is necessary to submit a minimum of two sets of plans and specifications. One additional copy of the floor and plot plans must be submitted for use by the County Assessor. Plans for restaurants and other food handling facilities must first be submitted to the County Health Department for their approval. Copies of these approved plans should then be submitted to the Reedley Building Official for review. A plan review fee must be paid before any plans can be accepted for review.
Plans submitted for plan review shall be drawn to a scale of 1/4" = 1 foot for residential, and smaller commercial and industrial construction. 1/8" = 1 foot scale may be used for large commercial and industrial plans. A reduced scale may also be used for site plans.
1.
a. Owners name, mailing address and phone number.
b. Address of work to be done.
c. Assessor's Parcel Number (can be obtained at this office).
d. Fair market value of construction including all finish work, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, elevators, fire extinguishing equipment and any other permanent equipment (For new construction and most additions the valuation will be computed by the Building Department).
e. Lot number, subdivision and all property dimensions.
f. Location and dimensions of all existing and proposed development.
g. Setback dimensions and location of adjacent streets.
h. All easements.
i. Elevations of lot and finish floor showing proposed lot drainage.
2. Floor Plan
a. Floor layout, dimensions, and room uses.
b. Door and window sizes, types and locations.
c. Location of plumbing fixtures.
d. Location of electric lights, plugs, switches, service panel and method of grounding.
e. Heating and cooling equipment location, gas and electrical service to unit(s), energy ratings, etc.
3.
a. Layout and dimensions of all footings including fireplaces.
b. Bolts, hold downs, post anchors, power driven fasteners, etc.
c. Concrete strength.
d. Compaction tests may be required for any filled lots.
4.
a. Sectional details of floors, walls, ceilings and roof showing material types and dimensions.
b. Details of special or unusual construction or materials.
c. Fireplace details.
d. Location of shear walls, type of material and nailing pattern.
e. Truss engineering specifications and calculations.
f. Dimensions, type of material and spacing of rafters, studs, joists, etc.
g. Building elevations, including exterior wall and roof coverings and bracing.
5. (Title 24)
a. Submit completed energy forms showing that the building will comply with current State Energy Standards for Climate Zone 13.
b. Certificate of Compliance signed by the project designer and documentation author must be on the plans.
c. R-values of wall, ceiling and floor insulation shown on plans.
d. Window types, shading and orientation.
e. Fireplace energy related details, i.e. outside air supply (if required), fireplace doors, etc.
f. Type of heating, cooling and water heating equipment, including model numbers, energy rating and sizes.
g. Non-residential building energy design must be signed by a state licensed professional.
6.
a. Plans must be prepared and signed by a State of California licensed structural or civil engineer or architect.
b. Plans for electrical, plumbing and mechanical work may also require design by a licensed professional.
c. Plans for electrical, plumbing or mechanical may, in some cases, be prepared by the licensed contractor responsible for their installation. These plans must be signed by that contractor.
7. (In addition to items listed above)
a. Show floor covering material to be used in each room or area of the building and coving where required.
b. State finishing materials of walls and ceilings in each room.
c. Show location of lighting fixtures, doors and windows. Show whether windows are openable.
d. Show method of supplying fresh air or ventilation if mechanical ventilation is used in lieu of openable windows.
e. Show location of employees' room or enclosure for outer garment storage.
f. Show location of garbage storage area and construction.
g. Show location of floor drains, indirect waste receptors, trap primers, etc.
h. Show location of all equipment in the food preparation areas such as hoods, dishwashing equipment, cooking equipment, pot sink, tables, etc.
i. Furnish complete list of food service equipment, model types and numbers. All equipment shall be NSF approved.
j. Show construction details for hood duct enclosure, including fire rated enclosure, required clearances from combustibles and type of hood, i.e. type I or type II. Show fire extinguishing system, make air and gas shut off.
k. Grease trap.
8. Swimming Pools
a. Plot plan showing all buildings, setback from property lines, sewer, water, gas lines and overhead or underground electrical wiring. Show all easements.
b. Electrical and bonding plan.
c. Plumbing and re-circulating piping, vacuum breakers, pumps and motors.
d. Any pool equipment associated with the pool, including slides, diving boards, grab bars, etc.
e. Public pools must be accessible to the physically disabled and be reviewed by the County Health Department.
f. Fencing type, height, self-closing and latching gates shall be provided in accordance with City standards.
