31C-029 (4) a. Smokes in each bedroom,within 10' of a bedroom door, and at the bottom of a stair leading to
a finished floor above.
b. CO within 10' of bedroom doors, at each level,for every 1500 sqft, (plumbing code in the
mechanical room) Except if there are no fossil burning fuels.
c. Heat detector in attached garage, and other large unfinished unconditioned spaces.
40. Closets beneath stair which have doors must be drywalled with%".780 CMR R302.7
41. If there is mechanical equipment or a combustible roof, 30 sqft of space, and 30" measured from top of
ceiling joist to bottom of rafters an attic access of minimum RO of 22" x 30" is required to be located in
an accessible place. It must be insulated,gasketed, and secured in place.
Relevant items must be submitted to the building department for approvals before inspections and or
Certificates of Occupancy can be issued.
Feel free to call if you have any questions. My telephone number is 587-1240 and office hours are Monday
through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, excepting we close for walk-ins at 12:00 noon on Wednesdays. My email
address is: cmiller(cDnorthamptonma.gov
Thank you for your cooperation on thesg matters.
Chuck Miller
City of Northampton
Assistant Commissioner and Zoning Enforcement
24. Floor joist systems that are not equal to 1%2" nominal dimension must be covered with%2" drywall or
5/8"wood structural panel or equivalent with some exceptions. 780 CMR R501.3
25. Educate the plumber and electrician about maximum notch and hole sizes, and placement. 780 CMR
R502.8 and R602.6. In bearing studs holes not larger than 40%of a stud no closer than 5/8 to the edge,
In interior non-bearing studs holes not larger than 60%of a stud no closer than 5/8 to the edge, or holes
in joist are a maximum 1/3 the depth not closer than 2"from the top or bottom or to any other hole.
Notches are different.
26. Drilling or notching of more than 50%of the wall plate width of an exterior wall or load bearing partition
requires a 16 GA 1%" strap across the area and 6" beyond each side with 8- 10nd nails.780 CMR
R602.6.1
27. Dryer ducts must terminate outside of the building, have a backdraft damper, cannot include a screen,
and require 3'clearance from windows. 780 CMR M1502.3
28. Dryer duct transition is limited to 8' of aluminum flex, must be exposed, and the proper UL listing. 780
CMR M1502.4.3
29. Dryer duct maximum equivalent length is 25' less 5' per 900 elbow or per manufacturer's specs.780
CMR M1502.4.4.1, no screwed connections.
30. Markup air is required for any exhaust hood of 400 CFM or more. 780 CMR M1503.4
31. Fireplaces require all combustion air be provided from the exterior and below the firebox, duct work
maintaining 1" clearance for 5'from the duct outlet for all fireplaces and airtight doors. 2009 IECC
402.4.3
32. Fire and draft stopping shall be completed before rough inspection.Typical locations, top (ceiling) and
bottom (floor) plates, soffits, and every 10'within enclosed cavities.780 CMR R302.
33. Ignition barriers are required over all thermal plastics and must be in place before final. 780 CMR R316.
34. Dwelling/Garage fire separation. An attached garage (within 3' of main structure) is required to have%"
drywall on the garage side of the separation wall and if there is a finished space above the garage all
walls must have%" drywall and the ceiling 5/8" drywall.780 CMR R302.6
35. Energy aspects shall comply with the stretch energy code.780 CMR Appendix 115AA or 2009 IECC.
a. An initial HERS evaluation is required including insulation levels anticipated.
b. A final HERS evaluation confirming code requirements have been met including duct testing.
c. A signed copy of the Thermal Bypass Checklist.
d. Energy information including mechanical equipment posted on the electric panel.
e. Remodeling and Additions can be completed in accordance with IECC 2009 with Energy Star
Windows and the Thermal Bypass Checklist. Duct blast testing when practicable.
f. All band joist insulation must be enclosed within an air tight cavity, which you must create.
36. Vapor retarders.Although these are still in the code have exceptions, one must understand that there is
a difference between a vapor retarder or barrier and an air barrier.An air barrier is intended to stop air
flow(convection) a vapor retarder or barrier is intended to stop molecular moisture transfer(diffusion).
A vapor retarder or barrier is effective even if there are some holes or gaps, however an air barrier has
to be absolute and complete. If air can leak through an electrical device or through a crack it follows the
path of least resistance and carries 99%of the moisture in a structure.This is evident every time one
exposes fiberglass insulation and finds black insulation,which is dirt filter out of the air moving through
the insulation. 780 CMR R601.2 for vapor retarders and Table N1102.4.2 for air sealing requirements.
37. Unvented attic assemblies. Hot roofs are allowed, but have specific requirements 780 CMR R806.4.
38. Deck ledgers and post must be appropriately attached, bolts or lags. 780 CMR R502.2.2.1 Note:Thrul-oks
are engineered for post attachment supporting a railing. Lateral attachment is required for each deck
per section 502.2.2.3.
39. Smoke and CO detectors as required. 780 CMR R314 and R315.
10. Ceiling joist are intended to prevent spread,once raised above the wall plate they become rafters ties
and may require up sizing of rafters and increased nailing for example with a 4" slope 8-16nd common
are required at each connection. 780 CMR R802.3.1. When there is neither of these a structural ridge is
required with a load path to the foundation.
11. Steel straps over the ridge or 1x4 minimum collar ties are required 4' OC in the upper 1/3rd 780 CMR
R802.3.1
12. Ridge boards must be the full depth of the cut. 780 CMR R802.3.
13. A complete window and header schedule is required. 780 CMR Table R502.5 for header sizing and
number of jack studs required.
14. All framing materials which are not code prescriptive must have stamped engineering.
a. LVLs
b. I-joist and or Floor Truss
c. Roof truss
15. All I-Joist need to be protected from fire with%2 drywall or 5/8 wood structural panel. (R501.3)
16. A braced wall plan identifying appropriate braced wall areas where required (R301.1) and braced wall
method being used. 780 CMR 602.10.
a. Garage corners and large corner window/door layout may require special solutions.
b. All corners must be appropriately attached to the foundation.
c. When using PFH (R602.10.3.3) or PFG (R602.10.3.4)the nailing requirement is 4" and 3"
respectively using 8d common nails or galvanized box nails. PNEUMATIC nails must be full
headed with the temper and shank sizing meeting the strict code requirement.
17. When nailing sheathing make sure your pneumatic nailers' pressure is properly set. Nails set too deep
perforate the sheathing weakening it and contribute to building damage in high wind events.
18. Ceiling heights minimum 7'for habitable spaces, 6'8"for bathrooms includes tub/shower area if a
shower head is used, 6'8" for basements, 6'4" at beams/ducts. 780 CMR R305.1. MA amended
19. Hazardous glazing locations, within 24" of a door,or within 60" of a stair, or across from hot tubs, spas,
bathtubs within 60" if not 60" above the walking surface, and other locations.780 CMR R308.4
20. Windows over 72" above grade with the opening less than 24 above the finished floor shall meet the 4"
sphere rule.Order restrictors. 780 CMR R612.2
21. Egress and emergency escape requirements shall be strictly met.
a. Basements, habitable attics, and all sleeping rooms require emergency escape.780 CMR R310
b. Windows within 44" of floor, DH 3.3 sqft min window size,Casement 20"x41" exception 5 sqft
at 1St floor. Minimum clear opening 20"x24" or 24"x20". 780 CMR R310.1.1
c. Two doors remote as possible at the normal level of travel, opening measured from the face of
the slab to the stop with door at 90 degrees, one 32" and one 28" minimum 78" high. 780 CMR
R311.2
d. Landing at each door 36" out and the width of the door minimum 36", maximum step 7%"from
the top of the threshold and only in-swinging doors. 780 CMR R311.3
22. Stairs have critical standards, make sure you know the floor finishes when planning. Minimum tread 9",
maximum riser 8%", maximum overall variance for the run is 3/8",4" sphere rule on risers except where
the total rise is 30" or less 780 CMR R311.7.4.3 Exception,4 3/8" on balustrade, 6" in the triangle.
Graspable rail 1'/<" minimum and 2" maximum rail, height minimum 34" maximum 38", required for 4 or
more risers. Landing to landing constitutes a new run. Minimum 6'8" ceiling height from nosing. Rails
must be continuous and returned to the wall if not to newel post. 780 CMR R311.7.
23. Guards 36" minimum height above walking surface, a bench is a walking surface, required for more than
30" above floor or grade within 36",4" sphere rule. 780 CMR R312.1.
City of Northampton
Massachusetts
DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTIONS
212 Main Street • Municipal Building r�&s
Northampton, MA 01060 �t ;
INSPECTOR
Kent Pecoy&Sons Construction May 8, 2014
215 Baldwin Street
West Springfield, MA 01089
Subject Location: 116 Moser Street Lot A16
Map Block: 31A-029
Mr. Pecoy,
Your building permit application and plans dated 2-5-14 have been approved as drawn and per this memo.
All work must meet all applicable codes whether noted or not included within this memo.
Please follow up on the following items:
These items will need to be accomplished as the project moves forward and before rough inspections;
1. Braced wall detailing needed at the garage door.
2. Stamped engineering for all non prescriptive materials and or systems.
3. HERS initial and final ratings, duct blast results, and a signed Thermal Bypass Checklist.
4. Positive connections between rafters and ceiling joist when separated by a plate.
5. Air barrier required below knee walls between joists.
6. Air barrier required on the back of knee walls.
7. A smoke is required in the 3`d bedroom and in the den bedroom, also a smoke CO within 10'of the
door.The den bedroom technically does not need a separate smoke if you just call it a den.The
future would be up to whoever changes the space.
Note August 16th 2013 begins the newest energy code 2012 IECC with MA amendments with a
concurrency period until July 1,2014 and an expectation of a new Stretch Code.
As of August 4th 2011 the 8th Edition MA code is the 2009 IRC with MA amendments.
In the following are some generic requirements which seem to be problematic.
This is not intended to be comprehensive, nor is it a substitute for purchasing and reading the MA codes.
Read only international codes are available on line at http://publicecodes.cyberregs.com/icod/one
must also consider the MA amendments to these codes which can be found at www.mass.gov/dps/bbrs .
The current relevant building codes are:
2009 IBC, 2009 IEBC, 2009 IMC, 2009 IRC, 2009 or 2012 IECC,AA115, MA amendments.
1. Structures shall conform to 780 CMR 8th Edition 1 and 2 family building codes with MA amendments.
2. Grading plan for structures being constructed required.780 CMR R401.3 for drainage requirements.
3. A basement drainage system is required in all basements 780 CMR R405.2.3.except those in group I
soils(table R405.1)
4. Foundations that retain earth and enclose interior space require damp proofing 780 CMR R406.1.
5. Through wall form ties must be removed from both faces and patched with hydraulic cement.780 CMR
R406.2 of amendments.
6. Foundation anchor bolts must be%" and be embedded a minimum of 7" into the concrete. 10" bolts!
780 CMR R403.1.6
7. CMU foundations require 3/8" parging before damp proofing. 780 CMR R406.1 see exceptions.
8. Emergency escape is required out of every basement whether habitable or not.780 CMR R310.1
9. Crawl spaces can be treated in three different ways,vented (poor idea), exhausted (similar to exhaust
only systems), or treating the space with supply and return.See 780 CMR R408
SECTION 8-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
8.1 Licensed Construction Supervisor: Not Applicable ❑
Name of License Holder: l r/ A C � d S 6 9
License Number
Address Expiration Date
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l73 _ Vie _ /cG
Signa re Telephone
9.Registered Home Improvement Contractor: Not Applicable ❑
4 ti j l'f�'c' 5 �� S �l',� 5%��c[ 1sG��, %h'�` , It 1l 3e,,� 7
Company Name Registration Number
is
Address Expiration Date
Telephone Lly
SECTION 10-WORKERS'COMPENSATION INSURANCE AFFIDAVIT(M.G.L.c. 152,§25C(6))
Workers Compensation Insurance affidavit must be completed and submitted with this application. Failure to provide this affidavit will result
in the denial of the issuance of the building permit.
Signed Affidavit Attached Yes....... 121`0� No...... ❑
11. - Home Owner Exemption
The current exemption for"homeowners"was extended to include Owner-occupied Dwellings of one(1) or two(2)families
and to allow such homeowner to engage an individual for hire who does not possess a license,provided that the owner acts
as supervisor.CMR 780, Sixth Edition Section 108.3.5.1.
Definition of Homeowner:Person(s)who own a parcel of land on which he/she resides or intends to reside,on which there
is,or is intended to be,a one or two family dwelling,attached or detached structures accessory to such use and/or farm
structures.A person who constructs more than one home in a two-year period shall not be considered a homeowner.
Such"homeowner"shall submit to the Building Official,on a form acceptable to the Building Official,that he/she shall be
responsible for all such work performed under the building permit.
As acting Construction Supervisor your presence on the job site will be required from time to time,during and upon
completion of the work for which this permit is issued.
Also be advised that with reference to Chapter 152(Workers' Compensation) and Chapter 153(Liability of Employers to
Employees for injuries not resulting in Death)of the Massachusetts General Laws Annotated,You may be liable for person(s)
you hire to perform work for you under this permit.
The undersigned"homeowner"certifies and assumes responsibility for compliance with the State Building Code,City of
Northampton Ordinances,State and Local Zoning Laws and State of Massachusetts General Laws Annotated.
Homeowner Signature
SECTION 5-DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK(check all applicable)
New House ❑ Addition Replacement W ows I Alteration(s) Roofing
Or Doors
Accessory Bldg. ❑ Demolition ❑ New Signs [E3] Decks [p Siding(p] Other[a
Brief Description of
pgqsed
Work: /YD� d6&V 77 AVIC/f ANC A&A 6-*4 9 � /C.4sM lty f�vo yl )� 4 Wid E Wiadp�/
Alteration of existing bedroom Yes ✓ No Adding new bedroom oe'�' Yes No
Attached Narrative Renovating unfinished basement Yes No
Plans Attached Roll -Sheet
6a. If New house and or addition to existina housina, com late the followin :
a. Use of building :One Family Two Family Other
b. Number of rooms in each family unit: Number of Bathrooms
c. Is there a garage attached?
s
d. Proposed Square footage of new construction. 171) Dimensions
e. Number of stories?
f. Method of heating? 41fS lV02 411L Fireplaces or Woodstoves Number of each
g. Energy Conservation Compliance. Y1 Masscheck Energy Compliance form attached?
h. Type of construction 7-Y/A«A aJOoA r-A.4 IA
i. Is construction within 100 ft. of wetlands? Yes ✓ No. Is construction within 100 yr. floodplain Yes ,/ No
j. Depth of basement or cellar floor below finished grade '71
k. Will building conform to the Building and Zoning regulations? ✓ Yes No.
I. Septic Tank City Sewer Private well City water Supply
SECTION 7a-OWNER AUTHORIZATION-TO BE COMPLETED WHEN
OWNERS AGENT OR CONTRACTOR APPLIES FOR BUILDING PERMIT
Ct: as Owner of the subject
property
hereby authorize 'XI 4,2��,
to act on my behalf, in all matt,109 relative to work authorized by this building permit application.
Signature of Owner Date
1, ''R 1 =z as Owner/Authorized
Agent hereby declare that the statements and information on the foregoing application are true and accurate,to the best of my knowledge
and belief.
Signe under the pairs and penalties of perjury.
Print Name
Signature of Owri&/Agent Date
/J[ -tiL
Section 4. ZONING All Information Must Be Completed. Permit Can Be Denied Due To Incomplete Information
Existing Proposed Required by Zoning
This column to be filled in by
Building Department
Lot Size
Frontage i
Setbacks Front -
Side L: R: L: R:
Rear /'S
Building Height l
Bldg. Square Footage
Open Space Footage
(Lot area minus bldg&paved
parking)
#of Parking Spaces
Fill:
volume&Location
A. Has a Special Permit/Variance/Finding ever been issued for/on the site?
NO � DON'T KNOW YES 0
IF YES, date issued:
IF YES: Was the permit recorded at the Registry of Deeds?
NO 0 DONT KNOW ® YES 0
IF YES: enter Book . Page and/or Document#
B. Does the site contain a brook, body of water or wetlands? NO � DONT KNOW ® YES
IF YES, has a permit been or need to be obtained from the Conservation Commission?
Needs to be obtained Obtained ® , Date Issued:
C. Do any signs exist on the property? YES 0 NO 0
IF YES, describe size, type and location:
D. Are there any proposed changes to or additions of signs intended for the property? YES ® NO
IF YES, describe size, type and location:
E. Will the construction activity disturb(clearing,grading, excavation, or filling)over 1 acre or is it part of a common plan
that will disturb over 1 acre? YES 0 NO 0
IF YES,then a Northampton Storm Water Management Permit from the DPW is required.
Department use only
Northampton Status of Permit:
$� i g Department Curb Cut/Driveway Permit
Main Street Sewer/Septic Availability
Room 100 Water/Well Availability
Northampton, MA 01060 Two Sets of Structural Plans
!ic,Plumbin ppA -587-1240 Fax 413-587-1272 Plot/Site Plans
Northampton
Other Specify__
APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT,ALTER,REPAIR,RENOVATE OR DEMOLISH A ONE OR TWO FAMILY DWELLING
SECTION 1 -SITE INFORMATION
1.1 ProaertyAddress: / f/it( This section to be completed by office
r
Map Lot Unit
Zone Overlay District
Elm St.District CB District
SECTION 2-PROPERTY OWNERSHIP/AUTHORIZED AGENT
2.1 Owner of Record:
f',, / Arc
Name(Print) Current Mailing Address:
Telephone
Signature
2.2 Authorized Anent:
Name( Finn' Current Mailing Address:
Sig ature Telephone
SECTION 3-ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS
Item Estimated Cost(Dollars)to be Official Use Only
completed by ermit applicant
1. Building a
. ,Syad ( )Building Permit Fee
2. Electrical (b)Estimated Total Cost of
Construction from 6
3. Plumbing Building Permit Fee
4. Mechanical(HVAC)
5. Fire Protection
6. Total=(1 +2+3+4+5) ,.,r5 D Check Number
This Section For Official Use Only
Building Permit Number: Date
Issued.
Signature:
Building Commissioner/Inspector of Buildings Date
File#BP-2013-0523
APPLICANT/CONTACT PERSON KENT PECOY& SONS CONSTRUCTION INC
ADDRESS/PHONE 215 BALDWIN ST WEST SPRINGFIELD (413)781-7008
PROPERTY LOCATION 116 MOSER ST-LOT A16
MAP 31C PARCEL 029 ZONE PV
THIS SECTION FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY:
PERMIT APPLICATION CHECKLIST
ENCLOSED REQUIRED DATE
ZONING FORM FILLED OUT
Fee Paid
Building Permit Filled out
Fee Paid
Typeof Construction: CONSTRUCT 2 STORY SFH W/ATT GARAGE/PORCH,AMENDED 5/6/14 ADD
BEDRM FAMILY RM&2 WIDE WINDOW ABOVE GARAGE
New Construction
Non Structural interior renovations
Addition to Existing
Accessory Structure
Building-Plans Included:
Owner/Statement or License 052589
3 sets of Plans/Plot Plan
THE FOLLOWING ACTION HAS BEEN TAKEN ON THIS APPLICATION BASED ON
INF9R15fATION PRESENTED:
Approved Additional permits required(see below)
PLANNING BOARD PERMIT REQUIRED UNDER:§
Intermediate Project:_ Site Plan AND/OR Special Permit With Site Plan
Major Project:_ Site Plan AND/OR Special Permit With Site Plan
ZONING BOARD PERMIT REQUIRED UNDER: §
Finding Special Permit Variance*
Received&Recorded at Registry of Deeds Proof Enclosed
Other Permits Required:
Curb Cut from DPW Water Availability Sewer Availability
Septic Approval Board of Health Well Water Potability Board of Health
Permit from Conservation Commission Permit from CB Architecture Committee
Permit from Elm Street Commission Permit DPW Storm Water Management
Demolitu Delay
Signa e o Buildin O iciar Date
Note: Issuance of a Zoning permit does not relieve a applicant's burden to comply with all zoning
requirements and obtain all required permits from Board of Health,Conservation Commission,Department
of public works and other applicable permit granting authorities.
* Variances are granted only to those applicants who meet the strict standards of MGL 40A.Contact Office of
Planning&Development for more information.
116 MOSER ST-LOT A16 BP-2013-0523
GIS#: COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
Map:Block: 3 1 C-029 CITY OF NORTHAMPTON
Lot:- PERSONS CONTRACTING WITH UNREGISTERED CONTRACTORS
Permit: Building DO NOT HAVE ACCESS TO THE GUARANTY FUND (MGL c.142A)
Category:New Single Family House BUILDING PERMIT
Permit# BP-2013-0523
Project# JS-2013-000841
Est.Cost: $230000.00
Fee: $1115.20 PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO:
Const. Class: Contractor: License:
Use Group: KENT PECOY & SONS CONSTRUCTION INC 052589
Lot Size(sq. 1): 4262.00 Owner: KENT PECOY&SONS CONSTRUCTION INC
Zoning: PV Applicant: KENT PECOY & SONS CONSTRUCTION INC
AT. 116 MOSER ST - LOT A16
Applicant Address: Phone: Insurance:
215 BALDWIN ST (413) 781-7008 WC
WEST SPRINGFIELDMA01089 ISSUED ON:1112712012 0:00:00
TO PERFORM THE FOLLOWING WORK:CONSTRUCT 2 STORY S F H W/ATT
GARAGE/PORCH, AMENDED /6/14 DD BEDRM, FAMILY RM & 2 WIDE WINDOW ABOVE
GARAGE
POST THIS CARD SO IT IS VISIBLE FROM THE STREET
Inspector of Plumbing Inspector of Wiring D.P.W. Building Inspector
Underground: Service: Meter:
Footings:
Rough: Rough: House# Foundation:
Driveway Final:
Final: Final:
Rough Frame:
Gas: Fire Department Fireplace/Chimney:
Rough: Oil: Insulation:
Final: Smoke: Final:
THIS PERMIT MAY BE REVOKED BY THE CITY OF NORTHAMPTON UPON VIOLATION OF
ANY OF ITS RULES AND REGULATIONS.
Certificate of Occupancy Signature:
FeeType: Date Paid: Amount:
Building 5/8/2014 0:00:00 $1115.20
212 Main Street,Phone(413)587-1240,Fax: (413)587-1272
Louis Hasbrouck—Building Commissioner