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    OptaSoft Building Code Software

    There isn’t a right or wrong answer. Keep in mind a ‘design” start with “CODE ANALYSIS “ not a sketch or simulation.
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    OptaSoft Building Code Software

    They know how to get in touch with me.
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    OptaSoft Building Code Software

    24 states. No I don’t know anyone at AutoCad who has product enhancement’s decision making.
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    OptaSoft Building Code Software

    The product had been available since 2003. OptaSoft doesn't have any clients in CA. However, the only entity of which had access out of CA is ICC's Fire Services Activities group in Whittier CA.
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    OptaSoft Building Code Software

    Thanks ADAguy
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    OptaSoft Building Code Software

    The software accuracy is 99.99%. Can you elaborate on why it doesn't benefit an AHJ? I am assuming an AHJ is a Plan Reviewer..
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    OptaSoft Building Code Software

    While the information analysis presented by OptaSoft software is believed to be correct, the analysis should not be used or relied upon for any specific application without competent examination and verification of its suitability and applicability by code officials, architects, engineers or...
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    OptaSoft Building Code Software

    No. It works for both ends. The applicant could submit the digital file with his/her permit application. By doing so, it allows the permitting authority to understand what is being proposed, obtain a COMPLIANCE REVIEW STATUS and save up to 95% of the Architecture plan review time (Building). 5%...
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    OptaSoft Building Code Software

    Example: Multi-story Non-separated single use occupancy; Total Building area: 61,200 sf; 3 story building; Type IIIB Construction; 60 feet from grade level to highest height of roof surface; 1st floor: (2)-950 sf coffee/snack bars Group B, 13,700 sf of classrooms Group B, 1,700 sf admin, 3,400...
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    OptaSoft Building Code Software

    In nut shell: The program analyzes the user's input and renders "Passed" or "Failed" status for decisions, along with the reason for not accepting the provided information. Detailed reports are easily created for submission to the respective permitting authority.
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    OptaSoft Building Code Software

    OptaSoft innovative software solution provide designers with the capability to both conduct a preliminary IBC code review during the initial phases of a project, and evaluate multiple code options and decisions well before the expense of developing drawings. During preliminary and final reviews...
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