Correspondence July 25, 2005
CITY OF TIGARD
OREGON
PPS
Lyn Davies
75 60 St SW
Wyoming, MI 49548
RE: PAPYRUS - TENANT IMPROVEMENT - MECHANICAL SYSTEM
Project Information
Building Permit: MEC2005-00348 Occupancy Type: M
Tenant Name: Papyrus Construction Type: 2 -B
Address: 9374 SW Washington Sq Rd Occupant Load: 33
Area: 1,177 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. 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
2. 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
3. Manufacturer's installation instructions shall be available on the jobsite at the time of
inspection. 304.1 OMSC
4. Hydronic piping systems other than ground source heat pump loop systems shall be tested
hydrostatically at one and one half times the maximum system design pressure, but not less
than 100 psi (689 kPa). The duration of each test shall be not less than 15 minutes.
1208.1 OMSC
6. 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.
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Smoke detectors shall be connected to a fire alarm system and shall activate an audible and
visible alarm at a constantly attended location. Smoke detectors required by this section
shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 72. The required smoke detectors shall be
installed to monitor the entire airflow conveyed by the system including return air and
exhaust or relief air. Access shall be provided to smoke detectors for inspection and
maintenance. 606. OMSC
13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 (503) 639 -4171 TDD (503) 684 -2772
6. 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.
OMSC 302. The cutting, notching and boring of framing members shall comply with
OMSC sections 302.3.1 through 302.5.3.
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. Ductwork shall be supported in accordance with Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning
Contractors National Association, Inc. (SMACNA). OMSC 603
11. 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
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.
Re ty /--
al Henze ,
Senior Plans Examiner