Correspondence August 2, 2005 gaLk
CITY OF TIGARD
OREGON
Kay Jewelers C/O Express Permits
Cynthia Thorton
1327 Post Avenue, Suite "H"
Torrance, CA 90501
RE: MECHANICAL SYSTEM — KAY JEWLERS
Project Information
Building Permit: MEC2005 -00449 Occupancy Type: M
Tenant Name: Kay Jewlers Construction Type: II- B
Address: 9312 SW Washington Sq. Rd Occupant Load: 23
Area: 1,585 Sq Ft Stories: 1
The plan review was performed under the State of Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code
(OMSC) 2002 edition; The submitted plans are approved subject to the following.
1. Smoke detectors shall be installed in return air systems with a design capacity greater than
2000 cfin. 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
2. Equipment and appliances shall be installed as required by the terms of their approval, in
accordance with the conditions of the listing, the manufacturer's installation instructions
and this code. Manufacturer's installation instructions shall be available on the job site at
the time of inspection. OMSC 304.1
3. A cooling tower used in conjunction with an air conditioning appliance shall be installed in
accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. OMSC 908.1
4. The building or structure shall not be weakened by the installation of mechanical systems.
Where floors, walls, ceilings or any other portion of the building or structure are required to
be altered or replaced in the process of installing or repairing any system, the building or
structure shall be left in a safe structural condition in accordance with the Building Code.
The cutting, notching and boring of framing members shall comply with OMSC 302
Sections 302.3.1 through 302.5.3.
5. Ductwork shall be supported in accordance with Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning
Contractors National Association, Inc. (SMACNA)
13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 (503) 639 -4171 TDD (503) 684 -2772
6. 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
7. Appliances shall be accessible for inspection, service, repair or replacement without
removal of permanent construction. 306.1 OMSC
8. Condensate from cooling coils or evaporators shall be collected and discharged to an
approved plumbing fixture or disposal area. 307.1 OMSC
Mercury Thermostats. The State of Oregon prohibits the installation of thermostats that
contain mercury in commercial and residential buildings. "In accordance with ORS 455.355,
the disposal of thermostats that contain mercury shall be in accordance with programs
established by thermostat manufacturers, their representative or distributor, or by delivery to
sites that will ensure that the mercury does not become part of the solid waste stream or
wastewater."
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
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.
Resp ly
Val Henzel,
Senior Plans Examiner