In addition to the required inspections and special inspections specified in the International Building Code and International Fire Code, Planning and Development Services shall require the following additional inspections for buildings constructed pursuant to this chapter:
A. Structural Observation: Structural observation shall be provided by the engineer of record. Reports of the structural observation shall be provided to the City structural building inspector periodically during framing.
B. Special Inspection: Special inspection shall be provided for fire resistant penetrations and joints as specified in the IBC and to enhance attention on the key elements of the lateral force resisting systems of the building, including, but not limited to, the following:
1. The grade of structural wood panels used in the shear walls and horizontal diaphragms; and
2. The nail size and pattern of the shear walls and horizontal diaphragms; and
3. The framing, location and length of all shear walls; and
4. The hold down installations at all shear wall locations; and
5. The diaphragm chord, drag strut and related details; and
6. The base plate bolting; and
7. The blocking to top plate nailing. (Ord. 21-16, 7-19-2016)
The special inspector shall be employed by the owner or the registered design professional acting as the owner's agent, and shall comply with the provisions of chapter 17 of the International Building Code. (Ord. 21-16, 7-19-2016; amd. 2019 Code)
C. Continuous Inspection: The permit holder shall coordinate an inspection schedule with the City Structural Building Inspection Division to monitor daily construction activity.
D. Fire Alarms And Fire Sprinklers: Fire alarms and fire sprinkler systems shall be inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25 and NFPA 72 on at least a semiannual basis. Inspection reports shall be submitted to the Fire Code official within thirty (30) days of completion. (Ord. 21-16, 7-19-2016)