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PG 16-0046
HEK / ELLIOT BAY
305 UPLAND DR
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HEK/ELLIOTT BAY
305 UPLAND DR BLDG
PG16-0046
City of Tukwila
• Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Suite #100
Tukwila, Washington 98188
Phone: 206-431-3670
Inspection Request Line: 206-438-9350
Web site: http://www.TukwilaWA.Rov
PLUMBING/GAS PIPING PERMIT
Parcel No: 8836500050 Permit Number: PG16-0046
Address: 305 UPLAND DR BLDG Issue Date: 4/15/2016
Permit Expires On: 10/12/2016
Project Name: HEK / ELLIOT BAY
Owner:
Name: AMB PROPERTY CORP
Address:
60 STATE ST STE 1200 C/O RE TA,
National Electrical Code:
BOSTON, WA, 02109
Contact Person:
2012
Name:
DAWNA PETET
Address:
899 W MAIN ST, AUBURN, WA, 98001
Contractor:
2014
Name:
IECS INC
Address:
PO BOX 19252, SEATTLE, WA, 98109-
International Fuel Gas Code:
1252
License No:
IECS***044QL
Lender:
Name:
Address:
Phone: (253) 939-9495
Phone: (206) 939-9495
Expiration Date: 11/20/2016
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
TEE IN NEW 3/4" GAS LINE FROM EXISTING 11/4" LINE UP THROUGH ROOF
Valuation of Work: $2,000.00 Fees Collected: $126.76
Water District: TUKWILA
Sewer District: TUKWILA SEWER SERVICE
Current Codes adopted by the City of Tukwila:
International Building Code Edition:
2012
National Electrical Code:
2014
International Residential Code Edition:
2012
WA Cities Electrical Code:
2014
International Mechanical Code Edition:
2012
WAC 296-466:
2014
Uniform Plumbing Code Edition:
2012
WA State Energy Code:
2012
International Fuel Gas Code:
2012
Permit Center Authorized Signature:,�` _ ��/Ii1�G (�/ Date: O /
I hearby certify that I have read and examined this permit and know the same to be true and correct. All
provisions of law and ordinances governing this work will be complied with, whether specified herein or not.
The granting of this permit does not presume to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of any other
state or local laws re ulating construction or the performance of work. I am authorized to sign and obtain this
development permi nd agr e)to th conditions attached to this permit.
Signature: Date:
Print Name:
This permit shall become null and void if the work is not commenced within 180 days for the date of issuance, or if
the work is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days from the last inspection.
PERMIT CONDITIONS:
<NONE>
PERMIT INSPECTIONS REQUIRED
Permit Inspection Line: (206) 438-9350
2000 GAS PIPING FINAL
9002 ROUGH -IN GAS PIPING
9001 UNDERGROUND
CITY OF TUKWILA
Community Development Department
Permit Center
• 6300 Southcenter Blvd., Suite 100
Tukwila, WA 98188
" http://www.TukwilaWA.Pov
SITE LOCATION
Site Address
Tenant Nam
Plumbing/Gas Permit No.
Project No.
Date Application Accepted:
Date Application Expires: ().�
or ojfice use only)
PLUMBING / GAS PIPING PERMIT APPLICATION
Applications and plans must be complete in order to be accepted for plan review.
Applications will not be accepted through the mail or by fax.
"Please Print"
KinaCo AccecSor'sTax No: FAAGo -15oo iSn
PROPERTY OWNER
communication
Name:
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Address:
City: State:
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City: State:
Zip: ; O
CONTACT PERSON — person receiving all project
communication
Name:
Cf
Address:
City: State:
n_ Zip (1 f
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Phone: _ 9 Fax: , _
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Email: C
Number: Floor:
New Tenant: .....Yes ❑ ..No
PLUMBING CONTRACTOR INFORMATION
Company Name: - /1
Address:sqq 10, - C��
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City: State: i � A Zip:
Phone:J5 � _ ax: l,,
Contr Req .CS G)LExp Date:,)_ 2 _'
Tukwila Business License No.: U5r Dqq Q 1D I
Valuation of Project (contractor's bid price): $ 000 t (o
Scope of Work (please provide detailed information):
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Building Use (per Int'1 Building Code): _ _ --
Occupancy (per Int'l Building Code): _
Utility Purveyor: Water:
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Revised: Auaust 2011
Sewer:
Paee 1 oft
Indicate type of plumbing fixtures and/or gas piping outlets being installed and the quantity below:
Fixture Type
Qty
Bathtub or combination
bath/shower
Dishwasher, domestic with
independent drain
Shower, single head trap
Sinks
Rain water system — per
drain (inside building)
Grease interceptor for
commercial kitchen (>750
gallon capacity)
Each additional medical
gas inlets/outlets greater
than 5
Atmospheric -type vacuum
breakers not included in
lawn sprinkler backflow
protections 1-5
Fixture Type
Qty
Bidet
Drinking fountain or water
cooler(per head
Lavatory
Urinal
Water heater and/or vent
Repair or alteration of
water piping and/or water
treatment equipment
Backflow pmtective device
other than atmospheric -
type vacuum breakers 2
inch (51 mm) diameter or
smaller
Atmospheric -type vacuum
breaker; not included in
lawn sprinkler backflow
protections over 5
PERMIT APPLICATION NOTES -
Fixture Type
Qty
Clothes washer,
domestic
Food -waste grinder,
commercial
Wash fountain
Water closet
Industrial waste
treatment interceptor,
including trap and vent,
except for kitchen type
grease inters tors
Repair or alteration of
drainage or vent piping
Backflow protective
device other than
atmospheric -type
vacuum breakers over 2
inch 51 mm diameter
Gas piping outlets
I
Fixture Type
Qty
Dental unit, cuspidor
Floor drain
Receptor, indirect waste
Building sewer and each
trailer park sewer
Each grease trap
(connected to not more
than 4 fixtures - <750
gallon capacity
Medical gas piping
system serving 1-5
inlets/outlets for a specific
s
Each lawn sprinkler
system on any one meter
including backflow
protection devices
Value of Construction — In all cases, a value of construction amount should be entered by the applicant. This figure will be reviewed and is subject
to possible revision by the Permit Center to comply with current fee schedules.
Expiration of Plan Review — Applications for which no permit is issued within 180 days following the date of application shall expire by limitation.
The Building Official may grant one extension of time for an additional period not to exceed 180 days. The extension shall be requested in writing
and justifiable cause demonstrated. Section 103.4.3 International Plumbing Code (current edition).
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ AND EXAMINED THIS APPLICATION AND KNOW THE SAME TO BE TRUE UNDER
PENALTY OF PERJURY BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, AND I AM AUTHORIZED TO APPLY FOR THIS PERMIT.
BUILDING ~ER OR
Print Na
Mailing
Date: c 3 - r� 5 :n—
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DESCRIPTIONS
ACCOUNT QUANTITY
PAID
PermitTRAK
$102.38
PG16-0046 Address: 305 UPLAND DR BLDG
Apn: 8836500050
$102.38
GAS
$97.50
PERMIT ISSUANCE BASE FEE
R000.322.100.00.00 0.00
$32.50
PERMIT FEE
R000.322.100.00.00 0.00
$65.00
TECHNOLOGY FEE
$4.88
TECHNOLOGY FEE
TOTAL PAID BY R8215
R000.322.900.04.00 0.00
$4.88
$102.38
Date Paid: Friday, April 15, 2016
Paid By: SEATTLE MECHANICAL INC
Pay Method: CHECK 9526
Printed: Friday, April 15, 2016 10:12 AM 1 of 1 CR?
srsrenns
Date Paid: Wednesday, March 30, 2016
Paid By: SEATTLE MECHANICAL INC
Pay Method: CHECK 9459
Printed: Wednesday, March 30, 2016 8:03 AM 1 of 1 C;?
SYSTEMS
DESCRIPTIONS
ACCOUNT QUANTITY
PAID
PermitTRAK
$114.38
M16-0049
Address: 305 UPLAND DR BLDG
Apn: 8836500050
$90.00
MECHANICAL
$90.00
PLAN CHECK FEE
R000.322.102.00.00 0.00
$90.00
PG16-0046
Address: 305 UPLAND DR BLDG
Apn: 8836500050
$24.38
GAS
$24.38
TOTAL FEES PAID
PLAN CHECK FEE
. .. i
R000.322.103.00.00 0.00
$24.38
$114.38
Date Paid: Wednesday, March 30, 2016
Paid By: SEATTLE MECHANICAL INC
Pay Method: CHECK 9459
Printed: Wednesday, March 30, 2016 8:03 AM 1 of 1 C;?
SYSTEMS
INSPECTION RECORD
Retain a copy with permit
NSPECTION NO. PERMIT NO.
CITY OF TUKWILA BUILDING DIVISION
6300 Southcenter Blvd., #100, Tukwila. WA 98188x(206) 43 r-367
Permit Inspection Request Line (206) 438-9350 �� /�(/7 QJ -(e
Pro' L
Type of Ins ection:
Date Called:
A dress:
o.- ur(acd Dr
Special Instr ctions:
Date to a.m.
�-- p.m.
Reque ter:
POLO
Phone Rol>JM-
Inspector: Date: �—C�I
REINSPECTION FEE REQUIRED. Prior to next inspection, fee must be
paid at 6300 Southcenter Blvd., Suite 100. Cal[ to schedule reinspection.
INSPECTION RECORD
Retain a copy with permit & 101- 46m
INS ION N nRMIT NO.
CITY O TUKWILA BUILDING DIVISION
6300 Southcenter Blvd., #100, Tukwila. WA 98188 (206) 431-3670
Permit Inspection Request Line (206) 438-9350
Project:
Type of Inspection:
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Date Cal d:
�
Special Ins ructions: r��
Date Wanted: a.m.
Ll 07— L� p.m.
Requester:---�-----
Phone No:
Inspector: hate:
REINSPECTION FEE REQUIRED. Prior to next inspection, fee must be
paid at 6300 Southcenter Blvd., Suite 100. Call to schedule reinspection.
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SPECTION NO. PERMIT NO.
CITY OF TUKWILA BUILDING DIVISION
6300 Southcenter Blvd., #100, Tukwila. WA 98188 (206) 431-3670
Permit Inspection Request Line (206) 438-9350
Projec : r
Type ofIns ction*
Ale '
T LX
Date Callo:
SpeciVVallInstru tions:
Date qWnted* a.m.
p.m.
Requester:
Phone No:
Inspector: Date:
REINSPECTION FEE REQUIRED. Prior to next inspection, fee must be
paid at 6300 Southcenter Blvd., Suite 100. Call to schedule reinspection.
PERMIT COORD COPY
PLAN REVIEW/ROUTING SLIP
PERMIT NUMBER: PG16-0046 DATE: 03/30/16
PROJECT NAME: HEK / ELLIOT BAY
SITE ADDRESS: 305 UPLAND DR
X Original Plan Submittal Revision # before Permit Issued
Response to Correction Letter # Revision # after Permit Issued
DEPARTMENTS:
C,
'Blilding IJivision � Fire Prevention Planning Division
❑
Public Works ❑ Structural ❑ Permit Coordinator
PRELIMINARY REVIEW: DATE: 03/31/16
Not Applicable ❑ Structural Review Required ❑
(no approval/review required)
REVIEWER'S INITIALS: DATE:
APPROVALS OR CORRECTIONS:
Approved ❑
Corrections Required ❑
(corrections entered in Reviews)
Notation:
REVIEWER'S INITIALS:
DUE DATE: 04/28/16
Approved with Conditions
Denied ❑
(ie: Zoning Issues)
DATE:
Perfnit Center Use Only
CORRECTION LETTER MAILED:
Departments issued corrections: Bldg ❑ Fire ❑ Ping ❑ PW ❑ Staff Initials:
12/18/2013
IECS INC
Home Dipahol Contact.
Safety & Health
3 Washington State Department of
Labor & Industries
IECS INC
Owner or tradesperson
Principals
HUMPHREY, GEORGE, PRESIDENT
Doing business as
IECS INC
WA UBi No.
601 639 846
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11/20/2001
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ENERGY CODE REQ.
GOVERNING ENERGY CODE: 2012 WASHINGTON ENERGY CODE
COMPONENT PATH
BUILDING SPACE TYPE HEAT IS "OTHER" (ALL OTHERS INCLUDING HEAT PUMPS AND
VARIABLE AIR VOLUME.) ELECTRIC RESISTANCE HEATING NOT ALLOWED,
REQUIRED INSULATION VALUES FOR CONDITIONED SPACES -
CLIMATE ZONE 1
ROOF OVER CEILING TILES - R-49
BUILDING ROOF (NO ATTIC) EXISTING
OPAQUE WALLS
METAL FRAMING R-21 W11-1/2" R-8 CONT. RIGID
WOOD FRAMING & OTHER EXISTING
OPAQUE DOORS EXISTING
NEW OPAQUE DOORS
U - 0.40
FLOOR OVER UNCONDITIONED SPACE N/A
SLAB -ON -GRADE EXISTING
VERTICAL GLAZING EXISTING
NEW VERTICAL GLAZING N/A
{OCCUPANT LOADS
PER TABLE 1004.12 OF THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
FIRST FLOOR TENANT SPACE
WAREHOUSE: 62,752 SF
@ 500 SF I OCCUPANT
OCCUPANT LOAD =126
OFFICE: 5,652 SF
@ 100 SF I OCCUPANT
OCCUPANT LOAD = 57
TOTAL OCCUPANT LOAD= 183
TOTAL EXITS REQUIRED = 2
TOTAL EXITS PROVIDED a 7
BUILDING AREAS
OVERALL BUILDING AREAS: INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
EXTERIOR FOOTPRINT FULL BUILDING
TENANT AREA THIS PERMIT -
WAREHOUSE AREA -
OFFICE AREA -
AREA OF WORK
68,404 SF
68,404 SF
62,752 SF
5,652 SF
2,636 SF
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ENERGY CODE REQ.
GOVERNING ENERGY CODE: 2012 WASHINGTON ENERGY CODE
COMPONENT PATH
BUILDING SPACE TYPE HEAT IS "OTHER" (ALL OTHERS INCLUDING HEAT PUMPS AND
VARIABLE AIR VOLUME.) ELECTRIC RESISTANCE HEATING NOT ALLOWED,
REQUIRED INSULATION VALUES FOR CONDITIONED SPACES -
CLIMATE ZONE 1
ROOF OVER CEILING TILES - R-49
BUILDING ROOF (NO ATTIC) EXISTING
OPAQUE WALLS
METAL FRAMING R-21 W11-1/2" R-8 CONT. RIGID
WOOD FRAMING & OTHER EXISTING
OPAQUE DOORS EXISTING
NEW OPAQUE DOORS
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FLOOR OVER UNCONDITIONED SPACE N/A
SLAB -ON -GRADE EXISTING
VERTICAL GLAZING EXISTING
NEW VERTICAL GLAZING N/A
{OCCUPANT LOADS
PER TABLE 1004.12 OF THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
FIRST FLOOR TENANT SPACE
WAREHOUSE: 62,752 SF
@ 500 SF I OCCUPANT
OCCUPANT LOAD =126
OFFICE: 5,652 SF
@ 100 SF I OCCUPANT
OCCUPANT LOAD = 57
TOTAL OCCUPANT LOAD= 183
TOTAL EXITS REQUIRED = 2
TOTAL EXITS PROVIDED a 7
BUILDING AREAS
OVERALL BUILDING AREAS: INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
EXTERIOR FOOTPRINT FULL BUILDING
TENANT AREA THIS PERMIT -
WAREHOUSE AREA -
OFFICE AREA -
AREA OF WORK
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