Correspondence / iiiii l ��
December 29, 2004 ,44 �f''A'
CITY OF TIGARD
OREGON
Associated Business Systems
8990 SW Barbour Systems
Portland, Oregon
RE: HVAC MODIFICATIONS
Project Information
Building Permit: MEC2004 -00814 Construction Type: VN
Tenant Name: Associated Business Systems Occupancy Type: B
Address: 7440 Bonita Road Occupant Load: _
Area: Stories: 1
The plan review was performed under the State of Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code
(OMSC) 2002 edition; and the Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue Ordinance 99 -01 (TVFR99-
01) 1999 edition. The submitted plans are approved subject to the following.
1. The piping system shall be tested at 10 pounds per square inch for not less than 15
minutes with no perceptible drop in pressure. C406.4.1 OMSC
2. Ductwork shall be supported in accordance with Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning
Contractors National Association, Inc. (SMACNA)
3. Each appliance shall be provided with a shutoff valve separate from the appliance.
The shutoff valve shall be located in the same room and within six feet of the
appliance served. Access shall be provided to the shutoff valve. C409.5 OMSC
4. Equipment and appliances regulated by this code requiring electrical connections
shall have a positive means of disconnect in accordance with the Electrical Code.
301.7 OMSC
5. Permanent equipment supported by the structure, 400 lbs and over, shall have their
attachments designed in accordance with the Building Code. 301.16 OMSC
6. Appliances serving different areas of a building other than where they are installed
shall be permanently marked in an approved manner that uniquely identifies the
appliance and the area it serves. 304.10 OMSC
13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 (503) 639 -4171 TDD (503) 684 -2772
7. Appliances shall be accessible for inspection, service, repair or replacement without
removal of permanent construction. 306.1 OMSC
8. Manufacturer's installation instructions shall be available on the jobsite at the time of
inspection. 304.1 OMSC
9. Condensate from cooling coils or evaporators shall be collected and discharged to an
approved plumbing fixture or disposal area. 307.1 OMSC
10. Smoke detectors shall be installed in return air systems with a design capacity greater
than 2000 cfm. Upon activation, the smoke detector shall shut down the air
distribution system. Smoke detectors shall be connected to a fire alarm system and
shall activate an audible and visible alarm at a constantly attended location. 606.2,
606.4 & 606.4.1 OMSC
11. Suspended -type unit heaters shall be supported by non - combustible elements that are
designed and constructed t� accommodate the weight and dynamic loads 920.2
OMSC
12. Appliances installed on roofs or elevated structures exceeding 16 feet in height shall
be provided with a permanent means of access grade or floor level. 306.5 OMSC
13. Guards shall be provided where appliances are located within 10 feet of the roof edge
or open side of a walking surface and such edge or open side is located more than 30
inches above the floor, roof or grade below. The guard shall be 42 inches above the
elevated surface with an intermediate rail so as not to allow the passage of a sphere,
21 inches in diameter. 304.9
Approved Plans: 1 set of approved plans, bearing the City of Tigard approval stamp, shall
be maintained on the jobsite. The plans shall be available to the Building Division inspectors
throughout all phases of construction. 106.4.2 OSSC
Premises Identification: Approved numbers or addresses shall be provided for all new
buildings in such a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road
fronting the property.
When submitting revised drawings or additional information, please attach a copy of the
enclosed City of Tigard, Letter of Transmittal. The letter of transmittal assists the City of
Tigard in tracking and processing the documents.
Respee lly,
l lnze ,
Senior Plans Examiner