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Thank you so much for this video! I disagree, however with the interpretation of 3006.2 laying out 4 different scenarios for hoistway opening protection. 3006.2 literally reads: Elevator hoistway door openings shall be protected in accordance with Section 3006.3 where an elevator hoistway connects more than three stories, is required to be enclosed within a shaft enclosure in accordance with Section 712.1.1 and any of the following conditions apply: The building is not protected throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. The building contains a Group I-1, Condition 2 occupancy. The building contains a Group I-2 occupancy. The building contains a Group I-3 occupancy. The building is a high rise and the elevator hoistway is more than 75 feet (22 860 mm) in height. The height of the hoistway shall be measured from the lowest floor to the highest floor of the floors served by the hoistway. The key word is "AND" any of the following conditions apply, not "OR". This means that to require hoistway opening protection a hoistway would need to connect more than 3 stories, the type of construction require a shaft enclosure AND 1) No sprinkler, 2) I occupancy, 3) High rise shaft, etc. To me a 4 story elevator in a "R" occupancy (apartment building) protected sprinklers would NOT require a lobby or smoke curtain. Again the keyword being "AND". Bolstering my point would be to point out that it's redundant to make one of the scenarios "connecting more than 3 stories" and another scenario "being a high rise". Please let me know if I am off base here. My intention is certainly not as a harsh critic, more a student of code like you! NC/FL building inspector here. Thank you again for the great video!
can the push button on a low energy opener be located on a ramp? It seems like it wouldn't be a great idea, but we are doing a remodel project and have limited space.
I strongly encourage the strategy of contacting the plan checker before submitting documents for a building permit application. On one project, I kept receiving review comments from someone I had not worked with before. We wasted weeks of time because the plan checker was too vague with their commentary in some areas and simply misinterpreted code in other areas. It was very frustrating. We eventually had to hire an attorney (last resort) and, as soon as the attorney met the plan checker, the plan checker folded and approved the plans. My next experience with the same jurisdiction assigned me a different plan checker who confided in me that I was known in their department as the "architect who takes on hopeless causes". I am not sure if that was a compliment.
Hi Jos, I’ve been following your content for a while and I truly appreciate the knowledge you share. I’ve sent you a message on Instagram as I’m looking for some support with a consultation and would love to connect. Thank you in advance for your response!
Dear sir, I understand that you assist architects and those eager to learn about codes and standards. I have an additional request: if possible, it would be greatly appreciated if you could provide a video tutorial on how to properly complete the CalGreen Tier 1 and Tier 2 forms for both commercial and non-commercial projects. (Wahid)
first off thank you for the videos. Ive been practicign for 30 years and still will come back to your videos for certain projects.Great job with your narration and illustrations! Each jurisditction can treat occupant load calc different but one point I have tried to argue in the past is that in assembly spaces, you should be able to deduct casework like kitchen counters and appliaces as the net. Agree?
That is something I have discussed in the past with others. "net" area does say that it only includes "occupied area" but does not list millwork in it. I have seen and heard the argument that you cannot "occupy" the area where millwork is installed. You are not the only one with that idea. Thank you for leaving a comment. Perhaps a future code cycle may include that, for now, I have found it to be a bit of a hard sell.
In the past, I have had several conversations with the Technical Assistance department at the ADA Access Board regarding their interpretation of accessible design. During my work on various projects, I have encountered challenges related to shelving in kitchenettes. To address these issues, I have proposed several solutions, including the omission of some upper cabinets, the creation of a full-height pantry, the lowering of some upper cabinets to an accessible height, and the addition of four-drawer base cabinets. It is important to note that the current 50% requirement significantly limits the design possibilities for cabinetry, and I hope that this percentage will be reduced in the future. While there may be some ambiguity in distinguishing between break rooms and kitchenettes, I generally treat break rooms as kitchens when considering design and safety regulations, especially for government projects.
do you have videos on : Electrical Systems- Outlet Placement and GFCI requirements-Switching and Circuiting-Lighting Systems- Light Fixture Selection and Specification
Our office loves your videos! So helpful and you break things down so simple. Much appreciated :) We are in California and go by the CPC. There are some nuances especially when you look at B occupancy for women when it jumps from 4 to 8 toilets required. How would a fraction work for that? Also any suggestions on when occupancy is really low and you do not have an A or E for single use restrooms that are Unisex and being able to remove the urinal requirement?
DO you have any video on BOMA 2010 Vs BOMA 2017 and the major vertical penetrations as Rentable area on the first floor? Also, Circulation Factor, and Circulation Area
Do you have any videos regarding assembly spaces within a B occupancy that are also used as storm shelters? Would these sorts of spaces need fire barriers?
The clear difference is that they are defined by their structural function, the joist is responsible for receiving the distributed area load from an horizontal sheathing (could be roof or floor, therefore they are more frequent in distance) whereas the beam receives the load from those previous elements and transfers the linear load to a punctual load (columns). So they are complementary.
Maan,, Really than you! I've been looking for such Architect lessons forever! keep going please and I think I'm gonna swamp you up with questions cuz Iam "wondering" person lol
I really appreciate your videos and content. I'm a commercial Property Manager and I watch your videos to help me explain code and building construction to tenants and other stakeholders. Please keep it up.
Thanks! What if we had more than one occupancy type, do just add them up? And see if they add up to 10%? And what if we had two main occupancies (separated) or more, is it still possible to have an accessory occupancy within that floor?
There is one issue I have with your explanation of the scenario @ 11:00; assuming that the direction of egress can be either way, you'd need to provide double egress frames, at least at the capacities you've stated, as well as accounting for loading width in each direction, do you agree?
There are at least two options. Option 1: As you stated, have double-egress frames or Option 2: Have two sets of doors with each set of doors opening in opposite directions. I believe you understand the concept correctly.
