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City of Jerome Commercial Application and Plan Review Submittal Checklist NOTICE TO APPLICANTS This checklist is designed pursuant to Chapter 41, Title 39, Section 39-4117 of the Idaho Building Code Act. It provides the detailed requirements of our building permit process and a list of the necessary documentation required by the City of Jerome to allow the applicant and various agencies to complete a plan review of proposed projects. However, additional submittals may be required upon request. Permit applications are reviewed in the order they are received. To avoid delays please make sure that all required information is submitted. Upon receipt of a submission or revised submission, we will respond in writing within 10 business days with our determination as to whether the application is complete or not. Our determination that the application is complete does not constitute approval of the project or authorize work to begin, but only that the application can proceed to a formal plan review. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns while going through this document. Kortnie Kent [PHONE REDACTED] x 131 Our website: Our online portal link to complete the application for a building permit: SCOPE AND APPLICATION ---PAGE BREAK--- City of Jerome Commercial Application and Plan Review Submittal Checklist This guide shall apply to the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures. Additional permits may be REQUIRED by the State of Idaho for Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC work. PROJECT VALUATION A Project Value is used to calculate fees for the building permit. Project Value is the total value of the construction work for which the permit is issued, including overhead and profit as well as finish work, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating/air conditioning, elevators, fire extinguishing systems, other permanent equipment, and owner supplied items. Project value excludes land. CURRENT CODES 2018 International Residential Code (with Idaho State amendments), 2018 International Fire Code, 2018 International Existing Building Code, 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (with Idaho State amendments), 2017 National Electric Code, 2018 International Mechanical Code (with Idaho State amendments) 2018 International Fuel Gas Cod (with Idaho State amendments), 2017 Idaho State Plumbing Code, and the 2009 ICC A117.1-2009 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities. DESIGN CRITERIA THE MOST CURRENT AND ACCURATE DESIGN CRITERIA FOR YOUR PROJECT, CLICK HERE AND ENTER YOUR PROJECT ADDRESS. ➢ Wind Load 115 mph - 3-second gust ➢ The height and exposure adjustment coefficient is ➢ Snow Load 30 lbs. per sq. ft. (ground) Seismic design category ➢ The design temperature is 0 degrees Fahrenheit ➢ The weathering probability rating for concrete is “Severe” ➢ Frost line depth is 24” below the finished grade ➢ Maximum soil bearing pressure is 1500 lbs. per sq. ft. unless a soil investigation is provided ➢ Foundation walls over 8 ft. height require engineering design ➢ Buildings over two-story height or of unusual design may require engineering design ➢ Truss design drawings shall be in accordance with R802.10 and retained on-site. BUILDING, FIRE & STRUCTURAL ---PAGE BREAK--- City of Jerome Commercial Application and Plan Review Submittal Checklist Code Analysis - A code analysis is a required form to be submitted with the application. This form can be found on our website here. Site Plan - Location of new and existing structures with full dimensioned measurements to property lines, easements, & other structures. Parking lot design, including fully dimensioned space and aisle layout and detailed handicapped parking spaces. Accessible route of travel from parking spaces to the building entrance and connecting to the public right-of-way. Foundation Plan- Include all required structural steel reinforcing, dimensions, and special inspection criteria. Floor Plan - Include all egress locations, egress distance measurements, exterior wall openings, door swings, use designation, exit signage, emergency lighting, locations of fire extinguishers. Elevations- North, South, East, West Building Sections and Details- Sections of walls, fire rated assemblies, stairways, and floor/ceiling assemblies. Details for all suspended ceilings, veneer or brick applications, etc. Room and Finish Schedules- Include the room finishes for ceilings, walls, and floors. Also, include schedules for all windows and doors, indicating the type, size, safety glazing, and door hardware. Structural Plans- Roof framing plan, floor framing plan, header and beam schedules, strap locations, structural details, shear walls, shear wall schedule, lintels, lintel schedule and all other structural information as indicated in the calculation or required by the Building Official. Energy Conservation Elements- Comchecks may be required where special conditions exist and are to be signed by a registered design professional. Insulation R-Values, glazing U-Factors, glazing solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) value, rough opening sizes, air sealing notes. Special Inspections- Proposed statement of special inspections, schedule, and inspection agency information. Metal Building Drawings and Calculations- Metal building drawings and structural engineering designs will be required for all pre-fabricated metal/steel buildings. Designs must be stamped ---PAGE BREAK--- City of Jerome Commercial Application and Plan Review Submittal Checklist and signed by a Licensed Idaho Engineer. Concrete drawings and structural engineering designs will be required for all pre-fabricated metal/steel buildings. Designs must be stamped and signed by a Licensed Idaho Engineer. Modular Buildings- Modular buildings, whether residential or commercial- are regulated by DOPL; when approved, they will bear an insignia from the State of Idaho. Work done at the place of manufacture is not subject to further regulation by the City of Jerome. However, work done at the site, including the installation, is regulated by the City of Jerome. Modular buildings are regulated by local planning and zoning ordinance the same as site-built structures. Additional Handicap Accessibility Information- Define all handicapped access features for new construction per the current International Building Code, and ANSI A117.1-2009. For remodeling and tenant improvements, the area of improvement shall comply with the access requirements for new construction. An accessible route of travel will be required to the remodeled/improved area. Fire Code- Fire Department access (access must be 26 feet wide with a 70,000-pound load capacity and reach within 150 feet of any portion of the exterior walls of the building Fire hydrants and fire line location must be shown on the plan. Any areas used for the storage or use of materials regulated by the International Fire Code (IFC). Proposed occupancies that have chemicals stored or processed MUST SUBMIT THE MSDS SHEETS FOR EACH OF THE CHEMICALS. Health Department - Environmental Health Specialists at provide the following services to ensure food safety. All requirements for a food establishment must be met. o Enforce the state of Idaho Rules Governing Food Safety and Sanitation Standards. o o Permit and inspect all regulated food establishments. o Review plans for new and remodeled food establishments. o Investigate complaints and take corrective and/or enforcement actions as necessary. o Provide consultative and educational services to food establishments. ---PAGE BREAK--- City of Jerome Commercial Application and Plan Review Submittal Checklist CIVIL PLANS Civil Site Plan- Must include the following: o Scale and format to be standard scale between 1:10 to 1:60 o Legal description and/or record of survey for the property and vicinity map. o Easements: Existing and/or proposed access. Utilities, drainage, wastewater. o Right-of-way: Improvements, both existing and proposed. Must show street cuts, alley cuts etc. o Storm drainage: Existing and/or proposed locations. ▪ Onsite design, please reference Jerome City Code Section 16:34 here. o Site grading plan PUBLIC WORKS Utility Services o Easements shown. o Size and location of water services. o Size and location of sewer services. o Location of proposed connection to the main o Irrigation service size and location; grease interceptor (including design detail) for all food service occupancies. o Size, location and flow requirements of the fire sprinkler service, when proposed. o Size and location of water services. o Size and location of sewer services. Location of proposed connection to the main; irrigation service size and location; grease interceptor (including design detail) for all food service occupancies. o Size, location and flow requirements of the fire sprinkler service, when proposed LANDSCAPING/PARKING Landscaping plan must include the following: o Include all types and locations of landscape areas with topography showing berms, trees, fencing, pedestrian ways, and exterior lighting fixtures. o Trash enclosures/mechanical equipment with method of screening, retaining walls, waterways, irrigation methods and proposed building pads. o Location of new and existing structures o Parking lot layout including accessible parking and signage. ---PAGE BREAK--- City of Jerome Commercial Application and Plan Review Submittal Checklist CONTACTS Building Safety Department— (208) 324-8189 x 131 Planning & Zoning Department – (208) 324-8189 x 140 Engineering Department – (208) 324-9669 Public Works Department— (208) 324-9669 Fire Department – (208) 324-2323 x 113 Idaho Division of Professional Licensing - (Electrical/Plumbing/HVAC Permits) - (208) 332-4700 or www.dopl.idaho.gov South Central Health District – (208) 324-8838