Correspondence Giuxet ip I' i
July 7, 2005
CITY OF TIGARD
OREGON
Protemp Associates
9788 SE 17 Ave.
Portland, OR 97222
RE: MECHANICAL SYSTEM
Project Information
Building Permit: MEC2005 -00378 Occupancy Type: B
Tenant Name: Pactrust Spec Space Construction Type: 5 -B
Address: 15495 SW Sequoia Pkwy Occupant Load: 37
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 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. 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
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
6. Manufacturer's installation instructions shall be available on the jobsite at the time of
inspection. 304.1 OMSC
7. Ducts shall be supported with approved hangers at intervals not exceeding 10 feet
or by other approved duct support systems designed in accordance with the Building Code.
Flexible and other factory-made ducts shall be supported in accordance with the
manufacturer's installation instructions. 603.10 OMSC
8. 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.
13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 (503) 639 -4171 TDD (503) 684 -2772
OMSC 302. The cutting, notching and boring of framing members shall comply with
OMSC sections 302.3.1 through 302.5.3.
9. Appliances shall be accessible for inspection, service, repair or replacement without removal
of permanent construction. 306.1 OMSC
10. Manufacturer's installation instructions shall be available on the jobsite at the time of
inspection. 304.1 OMSC
11. Condensate from cooling coils or evaporators shall be collected and discharged to an
approved plumbing fixture or disposal area. 307.1 OMSC
12. 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.
ReNtN,
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Senior Plans Examiner