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FEE SCHEDULE

The Plan Review fee is based on the estimated construction value as calculated in accordance with the Permit Fee Schedule adopted by the Township and the use of a local multiplier  indicated in the Building Standards ICBO Magazine.  The total building plan review fee is added into the building permit fee.  Call the Building Department at 989-781-0150 between 8:00 A.M. and 8:30 A.M. to speak with the Building Inspector for additional information.

Preliminary Building Review

For fast track projects and others such as permit application requests for a foundation permit where a complete set of building plans and specifications are not available, you may want to consider a Preliminary Building Review. This is a two-step Plan Review with the first step consisting of a review of code parameters such as minimum type of construction, preliminary means of egress, fire resistance construction requirements, foundation design, and fire protection system requirements. Once the design drawings and specifications are completed, the entire package can then be re-submitted for a comprehensive Final Building Plan Review. The fee for a Preliminary Building Review may be assessed. 

Plans and Specifications

The Plan Review will reflect the extent and completeness of the submitted documents. Attached is a listing (by discipline) of the plans, specifications, and engineering details which should be submitted.

If the Plan Review request is for a single discipline, please provide one set of the necessary documentation. However, in an effort to facilitate the Plan Review process, please submit two complete sets of materials when requesting Mechanical, Plumbing and/or Electrical reviews in addition to a Building Review.

Storm water planning is a big part of any development in and around Thomas Township.  You should go to Saginaw Area Storm Water Authority (SASWA) for additional information.  

Completed Plan Review

Upon completion, you will be given a comprehensive Plan Review.  In all cases, you are encouraged to review the completed Plan Review and call us directly if you have any questions concerning the review.

In order to perform a thorough Building Plan Review, the following specifications, drawings and details should be submitted:

Complete signed and sealed architectural plans, structural plans and material specifications of all work.

A site plan including the following information:

Location Map, Plot Plan, and a copy of an approved Site Plan.

Property Description.

Recorded Easements.

North arrow.

Size and location of all new construction and all existing structures on the site.

Distances from lot lines.

Established street grades and proposed finish grades.

Architectural plans and specifications to include:

Description of uses and the proposed use group(s) for all portions of the building. The design approach for mixed-uses (as applicable).

Proposed type of construction of the building.

Fully dimensioned drawings to determine areas and building height.

Adequate details and dimensions to evaluate means of egress, including occupant loads for each floor, exit arrangement and sizes, corridors, doors, stairs, etc.

Exit signs/means of egress lighting, including power supply.

Accessibility provisions.

Description and details of proposed special occupancies such as a covered mall, high-rise, mezzanine, atrium, public garage, etc.

Adequate details to evaluate fire resistive construction requirements, including data substantiating required ratings.

Details of plastic, insulation, and safety glazing installation.

Details of required fire protection systems.

Structural plans, specifications, and engineering details to include:

Soils report indicating the soil type and recommended allowable bearing pressure and foundation type.

Signed and sealed structural design calculations which support the member sizes on the drawings.

Local design load criteria, including frost depth.

Earthquake seismic zone/effective peak acceleration coefficient.

Details of foundations and superstructure.

Provisions for required special inspections.

Applicable construction standards and material specifications (i.e., masonry, concrete, wood, steel, etc.).

 

In order to perform a thorough Electrical Plan Review, the following specifications, drawings and details should be submitted:

Complete plans and specifications of all electrical work.

Labeling criteria of all electrical equipment.

Lighting floor plan including electrical circuits indicating conduit and wiring sizes.

Power floor plans including electrical circuits indicating conduit and wiring sizes, equipment and disconnect switches.

Exit sign/means of egress lighting location and power supply.

Panel board schedule.

Lighting fixture schedule.

Symbol schedule and diagrams.

Specifications to include requirements for:

Raceway and conduit with fittings.

Wire and cable.

Electrical boxes, fittings and installation.

Electrical connections.

Electrical wiring devices.

Circuit and motor disconnects.

Hangers and supporting devices.

Electrical identification.

Service entrance and details.

Over current protection.

Switchboards.

Grounding.

Transformers.

Panel boards.

Motor control centers.

Lighting fixtures.

Fire protective signaling systems.

Automatic fire detection systems.

Emergency/standby systems.

 

In order to perform a thorough Mechanical Plan Review, the following specifications, drawings and details should be submitted:

Complete signed and sealed plans and specifications of all heating, ventilating and air conditioning work.

Labeling criteria of all mechanical equipment.

Heating equipment data including the following information:

Equipment capacity (b.t.u.).

Controls.

Appliance layouts showing location, access and clearances.

Disconnect switches.

Indoor and outdoor design temperatures.

Ventilation data, ductwork and equipment including the following:

Ventilation schedule indicating the amount of outside air (in c.f.m.) supplied to each room or space.

Layout showing outside air intakes.

Construction of ducts, including support and sheet metal thickness.

Duct lining and insulation materials with flame spread and smoke-developed ratings.

Exhaust fan ductwork layout and termination to the outside.

Size of louvers and grilles for attic ventilation.

Boiler and water heater equipment and piping details including safety controls and distribution piping layout.

Gas and fuel oil piping layout, material, sizes, and valves.

Combustion air intake quantities and details.

Commercial kitchen exhaust equipment details including hood and fan drawings, details of automatic fire suppression, and clearances.

Chimney and chimney connector or vent and vent connector details and connector gages and clearances.

Mechanical refrigeration equipment data and details.

Solid fuel burning appliance details including incinerator and fireplace drawings and details.

Energy conservation equipment data and details.

In order to perform a thorough Plumbing Plan Review, the following specifications, drawings and details should be submitted:

Complete plans and specifications of all plumbing work.

Plumbing fixture and piping material specifications including identification of the applicable referenced standard.

Plumbing fixture information to include:

The occupant load used to determine the number of required plumbing fixtures.

Number and distribution based on the use group.

Separate facilities for each sex.

Accessible plumbing facilities and details.

Anti-scald shower valves.

Plumbing piping plan showing layout, pitch of drainage lines, cleanouts, size of traps, and riser diagram.

Water supply and distribution plan showing piping sizes, valves, water heater details and temperature-pressure relief valve with discharge pipe.

Sanitary drainage and vent system riser diagram showing drainage fixture units (dfu), sizes and vent termination details through the roof.

Potable water system riser diagram showing piping sizes and provisions for protection of potable water supply.

Piping support and installation schedule.

Storm drainage details including rain gutter or roof drain sizes and downspout/leader sizes.

Health care plumbing and fixture details.

In order to perform a thorough Sprinkler Plan Review, the following items should be submitted:

Complete plans and specifications for the sprinkler system and related equipment.

Description and locations of uses within the building.

Design details in accordance with the appropriate reference standard (i.e. NFPA 13, 13D, 13R) as referenced by the BOCA National Building Code

Results of a current flow test indicating the location and date of the test.

Working drawings indicating all pipe sizes and the spacing between branch lines and sprinklers on the branch line.

Material specifications and equipment specifications. All materials used should be verified that they are installed in accordance with their listing.