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  1. J

    Adding a non-accessible toilet room

    We often use the clustered 50% unisex approach in new construction. These "RR facilities" are compliant in terms of accessibility.
  2. J

    Waterproofing shower pan /seat

    For shower waterproofing I would visit John Bridge Tile Forum and post your pictures. Lots of excellent information there. From the photos you provided I would be concerned about a lot of things. https://www.johnbridge.com/vbulletin/
  3. J

    Assembly or business?

    Yikes, No I think most parents know how these types of facilities will be used as they spend plenty of time there. I have done a few martial arts gyms. most in the 2,000 - 3,000 SF range. normal practice times are not the issue. When there are promotions and or tournaments that is when you...
  4. J

    Assembly or business?

    I would venture to say that any martial arts studio in the 5800 SF range will host tournaments and events for the parents to come and watch. It will more than likely be used for assembly.
  5. J

    Assembly or business?

    Mtlog..............you left out a critical word. "they are NOT
  6. J

    Urinal

    2022 CPC 3rd column is urinals
  7. J

    Truncated domes: function and location.............

    That is not the intent of the code. where does the code say that markings are required? detectable warnings are required in your condition
  8. J

    Combustible Knee Wall Framing in Type IIA Construction?

    metal studs or fire treated wood
  9. J

    Truncated domes: function and location.............

    Mr. Inspector, I am not sure what jurisdiction you are in but I am unaware of any flush sidewalk to vehicular way condition that would not require detectable warnings.
  10. J

    California + Level landing required at elevator door opening?

    Mark, I was saying I believe my code analysis is accurate and BH corroborated it. Specifically plan review and this was the only issue they were focused on. The inspector initially raised the issue and I had to address it back thru plan review.
  11. J

    Truncated domes: function and location.............

    Code Chronicle, my example and several posted after it are a complete misuse of truncated domes and can endanger the blind. no detectable s should be used within the parking area typically. There could be a highly unusual situation that calls for it but not the situation that I showed. And...
  12. J

    California + Level landing required at elevator door opening?

    Mark, automatic doors seemingly have no maneuvering clearances. Elevator landing requirements are specific to call button areas. Beverly Hills was fine with 5% max as an accessible route.
  13. J

    California + Level landing required at elevator door opening?

    agreed. 5% max for running slope. no level landing at hoistway opening required.
  14. J

    New sign on existing building

    uhhh ohhh we just changed the style of our address numbers................better apply for a permit
  15. J

    Decontamination shower in a police station

    Are you talking about a drench style shower that is typically used in a laboratory setting? perhaps also with an eyewash? Typically over a flat floor with a drain nearby. easily accessible and the pull down can be operated without grasp or pinch.
  16. J

    Change in use and what that triggers?

    Project is in California. I have a two building campus that was previously being used as a Youth Day Center and a Behavioral Health Center both of which are Occupancy Group "B". The new use will be a Parole Office. Also a "B" but it is clearly a Change in Use. What are the possible...
  17. J

    Uniform Plumbing Code - Are metering/self-closing faucets required on ALL lavatories?

    What is a single office restroom? a single occupancy restroom within an office occupancy? or a single occupancy restroom devoted only to a single user office?
  18. J

    Monumental stairs that turn - how to do handrails

    "A"
  19. J

    Determining if Floor Assembly is 1 Hour Rated

    Have you explored non separated occupancies?
  20. J

    Couple oddball accessibility questions.........

    I think we are all in agreement on the tactile signage. One pesky detail remains on the parking areas. Who believes that a curb can "mark" the accessible space? who believes that a stripe is necessary to do that? Anyone think paining the curb blue is appropriate, although not necessarily code...
  21. J

    Couple oddball accessibility questions.........

    Thanks Joe! I agree on both counts. Typically I have no knowledge if the AHJ actually approved the installation without the exit signage. Someone needing the tactile signage may not be able to "clearly identify" the exit in any case. But I also do not know how they will find the tactile...
  22. J

    Accessible Ramp - minimum width

    Why would the new elevated patio have the accessible ramp placed on the "Back of the building"?
  23. J

    Couple oddball accessibility questions.........

    I get the pleasure of reviewing many Casp produced accessibility surveys. These are clearly California facilities. They are typically produced by one company and I see a couple items that keep coming up on the reports that I cannot corroborate the code necessity of the violations that are...
  24. J

    School mechanical basement - what occupancy?

    I am with 509.2 incidental use within an E occupancy
  25. J

    Does not quite meet the code, but nice

    may meet code where installed...............
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