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. � . < <_ <br />a�nvmern��,vectcs�v�c�s a�,�ana�rr <br />�_ 1997 WSEC Residential Complianee Form Instru <br />Cha ter 5, Electric Resistance <br />About ffiese fornu: The main purpose of these forms is to provide enforcement consistency between inspectors and <br />building jurisdictions. Instead of spending time searching through the WSEC and VIAQ Code, these focros will <br />help organize and condense requirements that apply to your project. They are also excellent Mols for leazning <br />the residential WSEC requirements. <br />QualificaHon pages: There are 6 different QuaL.ication pages, based upon fuel type (electric resistance or <br />other), compliance approach (Prescriptive or Chapter 5 Calculations) and construction type (logs or other). <br />The PreseripHve Options (Chapter 6) approach includes a Table of options, one of which you will selcti:t for <br />your particular design. Choose a compliance option that best sui's the economics and design of your project. <br />The Chapter 5 Qualification Form is a second compliano. approrch and allows a builder more flexibility for ' <br />alternative methods of construction and more window area. The Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 Window; Skpligh[ <br />and Door Schedules p;ovide outlines to assist you through the specific calculatiors and requirements for <br />doors and glass. <br />'The Checklish Requirements aze grouped under FoundaHon, Framing, InsulaHon, and Final Phases. Each <br />phase lets you know what, and when requirements will be checked by the inspector. You provide information <br />and checic the circles that apply to your specific project. Because the form is inten3ed to cover most design <br />variations, many of the listed requirements won t apply to a given project. Do nut place marks in the two left <br />side shaded columns labeled "COMPLIANCE REQUIRED" and "INSPECl'ION APPROVED" or in the boxes <br />located in shaded areas (1'hese aze for Department use). <br />Responsibility for informaHon: Although designated Depazhn�rt staff inembers will help you with general <br />questions about completing this form, it is ultimately your responsibility to provide detailed information <br />about heating systems, glazing, insulation and other requested building specifications. Since these forms will <br />be evaluated for completeness and accuracp, you can avoid un,,ecessary pemtit delays by cazefuIly providing <br />all required information. Disregard items that don't add:ess your particular bi:ilding or equipment. <br />Design Changes: Be sure to get prior approval from the Depaztment if you wish to make changes in your <br />project during construction. <br />How the forms will be used: These forms will ultimately be used for all WSEC field inspections. When they <br />are retumed with your permit, relevant boxes under the "COMPLIANCE REQUIItED" column will have been <br />checked by the Building Department. This denotes which WSEC requiremenLs apply to your project. The <br />inspector will inspect your dwelling against these checked items, and when deemed acceptable, place a <br />second check in the "INSPECTION APPROVED" column. <br />Code Books: For more requirement detail, refer to the 1997 Washington State Energy Code and the 1997 <br />Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality Code. Both may be purchased from the State Building Code Council <br />(SBCC). For ordering information call SBCC at (360) 586-2251. ' <br />