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Kennedy Murima <br /> Plan Check Number: B2405-041, Second Building Review <br /> August 1, 2024 <br /> General (Reviewer: Anita Chen) <br /> • (No action required for this comment.This comment is to clarify how the residential code applies <br /> this project): <br /> This project's scope is being updated to a "Single Family Residential with new ADU below, both <br /> converting to Adult Family Homes". <br /> EXPLANATION: <br /> The building was an unlawful duplex (CE22-1038 and W2210-015).The code case was abated <br /> when the range and dishwasher were removed from the lower unit and the building returned to <br /> being a single dwelling(1132303-046). <br /> The definition of a dwelling unit under the IRC is"A single unit providing complete independent <br /> living facilities for one or more persons, including permanent provisions for living,sleeping, <br /> eating, cooking and sanitation <br /> The proposed building provides for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation on both floors <br /> and there is a clear separation: <br /> o The range has returned to the lower floor in a kitchen. <br /> o There is also a clear separation between the upper and lower floors with the doors at the <br /> top and at the bottom of the stairs. <br /> Therefore,this is considered two dwelling units. <br /> Under the new provisions of the IRC 2021, no fire rating is required between the two units, if the <br /> primary dwelling unit(upstairs) and the accessory dwelling unit(downstairs) have interconnected <br /> smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. (Comment#6). <br /> 1. Floor plan print is unclear and hard to read, especially where hatched. Please revise accordingly. <br /> The submitted floor plans are printed on 8.5 inch by 14 inch paper.And it is un-readable to <br /> reviewers, inspectors and any contractors who would perform the work. <br /> Either, resubmit plan set documents at 22x30 or 24x36. Please see residential submittal check list <br /> for appropriate plot sizes for plans. <br /> https://www.everettwa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/38597/Residential-Building-Permit- <br /> Submittal-Checklist-and-Requirements-PDF?bidId= <br /> OR, submit PDF of the documents through the online portal. Instructions can be found here: <br /> https://www.everettwa.gov/2683/STEP-3-Permit-review <br /> Architectural (Reviewer: Anita Chen) <br /> 2. No further action required. <br /> 3. No further action required. <br /> 4. (IRC R330.6 and R310.2) Please provide dimensions and sill height for all emergency egress <br /> windows. Please provide clear opening area,width and height per and R310.2.2. <br /> 3200 Cedar Street © 425.257.8810 O permitservices@everettwa.gov <br /> Everett, WA 98201 425.257.8857 fax everettwa.gov/permits <br /> Page 2 of 3 <br />