14080060 (2) CITY OF CUPERTINO BUILDING PERMIT
BUILDING ADDRESS: 10230 ANTHONY PL CONTRACTOR:UPPAL CONSTRUCTION PERMIT NO: 14080060
CO
OWNER'S NAME: SRIVASTAVA DEVENDRA AND VINEETA 2245 PETERSBURG DR DATE ISSUED:08/08/2014
OWNER'S PHONE: 4085053673 MILPITAS,CA 95035 PHONE NO:(408)507-6750
L7 LICENSED CONTRACTOR'S DECLARATION JOB DESCRIPTION:RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL
KITCHEN REMODEL 250 SQ FT TO INCLUDE M,E,P'S
License Class_ Lic.# REV# 1-REMODEL(E)FIREPLACE,SAME LOCATION
(NO STRUCTURAL)—ISSUED 9/23/14
Contractor a��A-_��.f1 N M.62 Date Z�
I hereby affirm that I am licensed under the provisions of Chapter 9
(commencing with Section 7000)of Division 3 of the Business&Professions
Code and that my license is in full force and effect.
I hereby affirm under penalty of perjury one of the following two declarations:
I have and will maintain a certificate of consent to self-insure for Worker's
Compensation,as provided for by Section 3700 of the Labor Code,for the
performance of the work for which this permit is issued. Sq.Ft Floor Area: Valuation:$15000
I have and will maintain Worker's Compensation Insurance,as provided for by
Section 3700 of the Labor Code,for the performance of the work for which this APN Number:34212066 00 Occupancy Type:
permit is issued.
APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
I certify that I have read this application and state that the above information is PERMIT EXPIRES IF WORK IS NOT STARTED
correct.I agree to comply with all city and county ordinances and state laws relating WITHIN 180 DAYS OF PERMIT ISSUANCE OR
to building construction,and hereby authorize',representatives of this city to enter
upon the above mentioned property for inspection purposes. (We)agree to save 180 DAYS FROM ED INSPECTION.
indemnify and keep harmless the City of Cupertino against liabilities,judgments,
costs,and expenses which may accrue against said City in consequence of the
granting of this permit. Additionally,the applicant understands and will comply Is Date: !/
with all non-point source regulations per the Cupertino Municipal Code,Section
9 18.
I / RE-ROOFS:
Signature le441 t �!` G Date qZ3 /L1 All roofs shall be inspected prior to any roofing material being installed.If a roof is
installed without first obtaining an inspection,I agree to remove all new materials for
inspection.
❑ OWNER-BUILDER DECLARATION
I hereby affirm that I am exempt from the Contractor's License Law for one of Signature of Applicant: Date:
the following two reasons: ALL ROOF COVERINGS TO BE CLASS"A"OR BETTER
I,as owner of the property,or my employees with wages as their sole compensation,
will do the work,and the structure is not intended or offered for sale(Sec.7044,
Business&Professions Code)
1,as owner of the property,am exclusively contracting with licensed contractors to HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE
construct the project(Sec.7044,Business&Professions Code). I have read the hazardous materials requirements under Chapter 6.95 of the
California Health&Safety Code,Sections 25505,25533,and 25534. I will
I hereby affirm under penalty of perjury one of the following three maintain compliance with the Cupertino Municipal Code,Chapter 9.12 and the
declarations: Health&Safety Code,Section 25532(a)should I store or handle hazardous
I have and will maintain a Certificate of Consent to self-insure for Worker's material. Additionally,should I use equipment or devices which emit hazardous
Compensation,as provided for by Section 3700 of the Labor Code,for the air contaminants as defined by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District I
performance of the work for which this permit is issued. will maintain compliance with the Cupertino Municipal Code,Chapter 9.12 and
I have and will maintain Worker's Compensation Insurance,as provided for by the Health&Safety Code,Sections 25505,25533,and 25534.
Section 3700 of the Labor Code,for the performance of the work for which this �/� j
Owner or authorized agent: D/l- Date:
permit is issued.
I certify that in the performance of the work for which this permit is issued,I shall
not employ any person in any manner so as to.become subject to the Worker's
Compensation laws of California. If,after making this certificate of exemption,I CONSTRUCTION LENDING AGENCY
become subject to the Worker's Compensation provisions of the Labor Code,I must I hereby affirm that there is a construction lending agency for the performance of
forthwith comply with such provisions or this permit shall be deemed revoked. work's for which this permit is issued(Sec.3097,Civ C)
Lender's Name
APPLICANT CERTIFICATION Lender's Address
I certify that I have read this application and state that the above information is
correct.I agree to comply with all city and county ordinances and state laws relating
to building construction,and hereby authorize'
representatives of this city to enter
upon the above mentioned property for inspection purposes.(We)agree to save ARCHITECT'S DECLARATION
indemnify and keep harmless the City of Cupertino against liabilities,judgments,
costs,and expenses which may accrue against said City in consequence of the I understand my plans shall be used as public records.
granting of this permit.Additionally,the applicant understands and will comply
with all non-point source regulations per the Cupertino Municipal Code,Section Licensed Professional
9 18.
Signature Date
CONSTRUCTION PERMIT APPLICATION
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT•BUILDING DIVISION
10300 TORRE AVENUE•CUPERTINO, CA 95014-3255
(408)777-3228• FAX(408)777-3333•building c_Dcupertino.orq a rl
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PROJECT ADDRESS 102,3 0 �AI7�0/ 7 ' (j APN#^^^
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CONTRA OR NA t n f I�/�/I iI LICENSE NUMBER LICE SE TYPE ^ BUS.LIC#
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
EXISTING USE PROPOSED USE CONSTR TYPE #STORIES USE TYPE OCC. SQ.FT. VALUATION($)
EXISTG NEW FLOOR DEMO TOTAL
AREA AREA AREA - NET AREA
BATHROOM KITCHEN OTHER
REMODEL AREA REMODEL AREA REMODEL AREA _
PORCH AREA DECK AREA TOTAL OECK/PORCH AREA GARAGE AREA. DETACH
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[]ATTACH
#DWELLING UNITS: IS ASECOND UNIT ❑YES SECONDSTORY ❑YES
BEING ADDED? []NO ADDITION? E]NO
PRE-APPLICATION ❑YES IF YES,PROVIDE COPY OF IS THE BLDG AN '7 ', kry';, TOTAL VALUATION:
PLANNING APPL# ❑NO PLANNING APPROVAL LETTER EICHLER HOME?
By my signature below,I certify to each of the following: I am the property owner or authorize o act on the property owne ehal£_I have read this
application and the information I have provided is correct. I have read the Description of Work and verify it is accurate. I agree to comply with all applicable local
ordinances and state laws relating to build' g construction. II authorize representatives of Cupertino to enter the above fi
enti7ed property for inspection purposes.
Signature of Applicant/Agent: t /tr Date J
SUPPLEMENTAL 1N RMATION REQUIRED �� �g � � . . x
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New SFD or Multifamily dwellings: Apply for demolition permit forioR-T�zrUcouNTER 3 tu"I
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existing building(s). Demolition permit is required prior to issuance of building
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pen it for new building. >a> ss �� ) i AN
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_Commercial Bldgs: Provide a completed Hazardous Materials Disclosure
form if any Hazardous Materials are;being used as part of this project.
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Copy of Planning Approval Letter or Meeting with Planning prior to � sA�ilT
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submittal of Building Permit Pit application.
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BldgApp_2011.doc revised 06/21/11
CITY OF CUPERTINO
'FEE ESTIMATOR-BUILDING DIVISION
ADDRESS: 10230!!ANTHONY PL DATE: 09/23/2014 REVIEWED BY: MELISSA
APN: BP#: 14080060 *VALUATION: Iso
*PERMIT TYPE: Building Permit PLAN CHECK TYPE: Alteration / Repair
PRIMARY SFD or Duplex PENTAMATION 1 GENRE
USE: PERMIT TYPE:
WORK REV# 1 - REMODEL E FIREPLACE SAME LOCATION NO STRUCTURAL - ISSUED 9/23/14
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NOTE: This estimate does not include fees due to other Departments(Le.Planning,Public Works,Fire,Sanitary Sewer District,School
District,etc). Theseees are based on the prelimina information available and are only an estimate. Contact the De t or addn'1 info,
FEE ITEMS (Tee Resolution 11-053 Eff. 7/1/13) FEE QTY/FEE MISC ITEMS
Plan Check Fee: Hourly Only? 0 Yes Q No $0.00 hours Plan Check,Hourly
Suppl. PC Fee: Reg. ® OT "0.0 hrs $0.00 $143.00 ISTPLNCK
PME Plan Check: $0.00
Permit Fee: Hourly Only? Yes (F) No $0.00
Suppl. Insp.Fee:Q Reg. ® OT0 0 hrs $0.00
PME Unit Fee: $0.00
PME Permit Fee: $0.00
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Advanced Planning Fee: $0.00 Select a Non-Residential G
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Building or Structure 0
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Strong Motion Fee: $0.00 1.0 hrs Inspections
Bldg Stds Commission Fee: $0.00 $143.00 ISTINSP Inspection,Hourly
$0.00 $286.00 ToAL FEE. F $286.00
Revised: 08/20/2014
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CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE - MATRIX ADOPTION TABLE
CHAPTER 10- CHIMNEYS AND FIREPLACES
(Matrix Adoption Tables are non-regulatory, intended only as an aid to the user.
See Chapter 1 for state agency authority and building applications.)
Adopting agency BSC SFM HCD DSA OS PD 1 2 1/AC AC SS 1 2 1 3 1 4 BSCC DHS AGR DWR CEC CA SL SLC
Adopt entire chapter
Adopt entire chapter as amended x
(amended sections listed below)
Adopt only those sections that are
listed below
Chapter/Section
R1001.3 X
R1001.4 X
Table R1001.1 X
R1003.3 X
R1003.4 X
R1003.11.3 X
R1003.14 X
* The California Code of Regulations(CCR),Title 19,Division 1 provisions that are found in the California Fire Code are a reprint from the current CCR,
Title 19,Division 1 text for the code user's convenience only.The scope,applicability and appeals procedures of CCR,Title 19,Division I remain the same.
CHAPTER 10
CHIMNEYS AND FIREPLACES
SECTION R1001 than 40 inches(10 16 mm)wide,two additional No.4 ver-
MASONRY FIREPLACES tical bars shall be provided for each additional flue incor-
R1001.1 General.Masonry fireplaces shall be constructed in porated into the chimney or for each additional 40 inches
accordance with this section and the applicable provisions of (1016 mm)in width or fraction thereof.
Chapters 3 and 4. R1001.3.2 Horizontal reinforcing. Vertical reinforce-
R1001.2 Footings and foundations. Footings for masonry ment shall be placed within '/,-inch (6 mm) ties, or other
fireplaces and their chimneys shall be constructed of concrete reinforcing of equivalent net cross-sectional area, placed
or solid masonry at least 12 inches(305 mm)thick and shall in the bed joints according to Section R607 at a minimum
extend at least 6 inches(152mm)beyond the face of the fire- of every 18 inches(457 mm) of vertical height.Two such
place or foundation wall on all sides. Footings shall be ties shall be installed at each bend in the vertical bars.
founded on natural, undisturbed earth or engineered fill R1001.4 Seismic anchorage.Masonry or concrete chimneys
below frost depth.In areas not subjected to freezing,footings in all structures regulated by this code assigned to Seismic
shall be at least 12 inches(305 mm)below finished grade. Design Category C, Do, D, or Dz shall be anchored'at each
R1001.2.1 Ash dump cleanout. Cleanout openings floor, ceiling or roof line more than 6 feet (1829 mm) above
located within foundation walls below fireboxes, when grade, except where constructed completely within the exte-
provided,shall be equipped with ferrous metal or masonry rior walls. Anchorage shall conform to the requirements of
doors and frames constructed to remain tightly closed Section R1001.4.1.
except when in use. Cleanouts shall be accessible and R1001.4.1 Anchorage. Two '/,,-inch by 1-inch (5 mm by
located so that ash removal will not create a hazard to 25 mm) straps shall be embedded a minimum of 12 inches
combustible materials. (305 mm)into the chimney. Straps shall be hooked around
R1001.3 Seismic reinforcing. Masonry or concrete chim- the outer bars and extend 6 inches (152 mm) beyond the
neys in all structures regulated by this code assigned to Seis- bend. Each strap shall be fastened to a minimum of four
mic Design Category.C, Do, Dt or D2 shall be reinforced. floor ceiling or floor joists or rafters with two '/,-inch (13
Reinforcing shall conform to the requirements set forth in mm)bolts.
Table R1001.1 and Section R609,Grouted Masonry. R1001.5 Firebox walls. Masonry fireboxes shall be con-
R1001.3.1 Vertical reinforcing. For chimneys up to 40 structed of solid masonry units,hollow masonry units grouted
inches (1016 mm) wide, four No. 4 continuous vertical solid, stone or concrete.When a lining of firebrick at least 2
bars shall be placed between wythes of solid masonry or inches (51 mm) thick or other approved lining is provided,
within the cells of hollow unit masonry and grouted in the minimum thickness of back and side walls shall each be 8
` accordance with Section R609. Grout shall be prevented inches (203 mm)of solid masonry,including the lining. The
from bonding with the flue liner so that-the flue liner is width of joints between firebricks shall not be greater than 1/4
free to move with thermal expansion. For chimneys more inch(6 mm).When no lining is provided, the total minimum
2013 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE 503
CHIMNEYS AND FIREPLACES
TABLE R1001.1
SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS FOR MASONRY FIREPLACES AND CHIMNEYS
ITEM LETTER' REQUIREMENTS
Hearth slab thickness A 4"
Hearth extension B 8"fireplace opening<6 square foot.
(each side of opening) 12"fireplace opening>_6 square foot.
Hearth extension C 16'fireplace opening<6 square foot.
(front of opening) 20"fireplace opening>_6 square foot.
Hearth slab reinforcing D Reinforced to carry its own weight and all imposed loads.
Thickness of wall of firebox E 10"solid brick or 8"where a firebrick lining is used.
Joints in firebrick'/4"maximum.
Distance from top of opening to throat F 8"
Smoke chamber wall thickness 6"
Unlined walls G 8"
Chimney Four No.4 full-length bars for chimney up to 40"wide.
Vertical reinforcing' H Add two No.4 bars for each additional 40"or fraction of
width or each additional flue.
Horizontal reinforcing J '/4"ties at 18"and two ties,at each bend in vertical steel.
Bond beams K No specified requirements.
Fireplace lintel L Noncombustible material.
Chimney walls with flue lining M Solid masonry units or hollow masonry units grouted solid with
at least 4-inch nominal thickness.
Distances between adjacent flues — See Section R1003.13.
Effective flue area(based on area of fireplace opening) P See Section R1003:15.
Clearances
Combustible material R See Sections R1001.11 and R1003.18.
Mantel and trim See Section R1001.11,Exception 4.
Above roof 3'at roofline and 2'at 10'.
Anchorage'
Strap 3/16"X]"
Number S Two
Embedment into chimney 12"hooked around outer bar with 6"extension.
Fasten to 4 joists
Bolts Two'/Z"diameter.,
Footing
Thickness T 12"min.
Width 6"each side of fireplace wall
For SI: 1 inch=25.4 mm,1 foot=304.8 mm,1 square foot=0.0929 m2.
Note:This table provides a summary of major requirements for the construction of masonry chimneys and fireplaces.Letter references are to Figure R1001.1,
which shows examples of typical construction.This table does not cover all requirements,nor does it cover all aspects of the indicated requirements.For
the actual mandatory requirements of the code,see the indicated section of text.
a. The letters refer to Figure R1001.1.
b.Not required in Seismic Design Category A or B.
thickness of back and side walls shall be 10 inches(254 mm) steel fireplace units shall be constructed of metal or
of solid masonry. Firebrick shall conform to ASTM C 27 or masonry.
C 1261 and shall be laid with medium duty refractory mortar R1001.6 Firebox dimensions. The firebox of a concrete or
conforming>to ASTM C 199.
masonry,fireplace,shall have a minimum depth of 20 inches
R1001.5.1 Steel fireplace units.Installation of steel fire- (508'mm ). The throat'shall.not be less than 8 inches (203
place units with solid masonry to form a masonry fireplace mm) above the.fireplace opening. The throat opening shall
is permitted when installed either according:to the require- not beless than inches(102 mm)deep. The cross-sectional
ments of their listing or according to the requirements of area of the passageway above the,firebox, including the
this section. Steel fireplace units incorporating`a steel:'fire- throat,damper and'smolre'chamber; shall not be less than the
box lining,•shall be constructed with,steel not less thane.'/4 doss-sectional area of the flue.' -
inch(6 min)thick,and an air-circulating chamber which is Exception-;Rumford fireplaces 'shall be permitted pro-
ducted to the'interior of the building.=The•firebox lining vided that the depth';of the fireplace is at least 12 inches
shall be encased with solid masonry to p'rovide a total thick= '
(305mm) and at least one-third of the width of the fire-
ness at the back and sides of not less'than'8 iri6hes'(203 place`openug, that the throat is at least 12 inches (305
min), of which not less than 4 inches(102'min) shall be of ) above`the lintel and is'at least'/,',the cross-sectional
solid masonry or concrete. Circulating air ducts used with area of the fireplace opening.
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2FT MIN.
IQ BOND BEAM
_ E
MASONRY CPP
MORTAR CAP BI�CK BLOCK
CLEARANCt
!ol EFFECTIVE 10 FT
V FLUE,4E'iEA
WISL
BOND BEAM FLAS �8 .
S ANCHORAGE R WIDTH OF FIREPLACE
OPENING
PLAN VIEW
FLUE LINING
MORTAR CAP
— O BOND BEAM
@ SONO BEAM
ANCHORAGE2 FT MIN. HORIZONTAL
�REINFORCING TIES
CLEARANCE !a\ —
10 FT MIN. V
Q REINFORCING TIES HORIZONTAL �NRY
WALLH VERTICAL
\ FLASHING REINFORCING
ANCHOR STRAP
Q WALL THICKNESSE
C PARGE WITH10 DETAIL WITH
MORTAR
MATERIAL S
BIN.MIN. — ANCHORAGE 2t/3 1N�.
BOLTS EACH STwtP
SMOKE FLUE LINER
t!CHAMBER
112I0L MIN. THERMAL ! CLEARANCE
DISTANCE 21 I 8 IN.MIN,
OVERTICAL 1N.MIN. PRRGE to iN.
REINFORCING WITH R HORREIIZONTAL
TIES
81N,MIN.
Q MEASURE HEIGHT 4IN.MIN. f2 N.MIN,
OFIREBOX WALL OF FREE STANDING
E THICKNESS UNTO FIREPLACE FROM 41N.THICK MASONRY UNITS
TOP OF FOOTING (�'' ``
HEARTH 20 IN,
HEARTH
OPENING AO
V VERTICAL REINFORCING
MIN.FIREBRICK ' @ HEIGHT LINTEL 4-620 IN,LAP IF SPLICED TO
V FOOTING DOWELS
ORTH SLAB T -1 HEARTH
THICKNESS OCTENSION C — FIREBOX WALL
———— E THICKNESS
T I TFOOTING WIDTH
_._ HEARTHSLAB _ FIN.STANDING
UND
ASH DUMP OPTIONAL REINFRACETtENT 181N.MIN. T 4-a a
CLEANOUT GRADE 1��fl//�\� ° '�-e =e Qe- « - FIREPLACE
W, FOOTING DEPTH T 7 a \\\
OFOOTING WIDTH r—FOOTING WIDTHOT' N,T RAL
y__�� s`••' " BARS IN CONCRETE GRADE
isn =roc T FOOTING HEARTH 20 IN.MIN.
BRICK FIREBOX AND CHIMNEY— BRICK FIREBOX AND BLOCK CHIMNEY—
SECTIONAL SIDE VIEW ON WOOD FLOOR SECTIONAL SIDE VIEW ON CONCRETE SLAB
For SI: 1 inch=25.4 mm,1 foot=304.8 mm.
FIGURE R1001.1
FIREPLACE AND CHIMNEY DETAILS
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CHIMNEYS AND FIREPLACES
R1001.7 Lintel and throat.Masonry over a fireplace open- reinforced to carry their own weight and all imposed loads.
ing shall be supported by a lintel of noncombustible material. No combustible material shall remain against the underside 0
The minimum required bearing length on each end of the fire- of hearths and hearth extensions after construction.
place opening shall be 4 inches (102 mm). The fireplace R1001.9.1 Hearth thickness. The minimum thickness of
throat or damper shall be located a minimum of 8 inches(203 fireplace hearths_shall be 4 inches:(102 mm).
mm)above the lintel.
R1001.9.2 Hearth extension thickness. The minimum
R1001.7.1 Damper.Masonry fireplaces shall be equipped thickness of hearth extensions shall be 2 inches(51 mm).
with a ferrous metal damper located at least 8 inches (203
mm)above the top of the fireplace opening.Dampers shall Exception: When the bottom of the firebox opening is w
be installed in the fireplace or the chimney venting the raised at least 8 inches (203.mm) above the top of the
fireplace, and shall be operable from the room containing hearth extension, a hearth extension of not less than'/8-
the
/8the fireplace. inch-thick(10 mm)brick; concrete, stone, tile or other
approved noncombustible material is permitted.
R1001.8 Smoke chamber. Smoke chamber walls shall be
constructed of solid masonry units, hollow masonry units R1001.10 Hearth extension dimensions. Hearth extensions
grouted solid,stone or concrete.The total minimum thickness shall extend at least 16 inches(406 mm) in front of and at
of front, back and side walls shall be 8 inches (203 mm) of least 8 inches (203 mm) beyond each side of the fireplace
solid masonry. The inside surface shall be parged smooth opening.Where the fireplace opening is 6 square feet(0.6 mz)
with refractory mortar conforming to ASTM C 199. When a or larger, the hearth extension shall extend at least 20 inches
lining of firebrick at least 2 inches (51 mm)thick, or a lining (508 mm)in front of and at least 12 inches (305 mm)beyond
of vitrified clay at least 5/8 inch (16 mm) thick, is provided, each side of the fireplace opening.
the total minimum thickness of front, back and side walls R1001.11 Fireplace clearance.All wood beams,joists,studs
shall be 6 inches (152 mm) of solid masonry, including the and other combustible materialshall have a clearance of not
lining.Firebrick shall conform to ASTM C 1261 and shall be less than 2 inches (51 mm)from the front faces and sides of
laid with medium duty refractory mortar conforming to masonry fireplaces and not less than'4 inches(102 mm)from
ASTM C 199. Vitrified clay linings shall conform to ASTM the back faces of masonry fireplaces. The air space shall not
C 315. be filled, except to provide fire blocking in accordance with
R1001.8.1 Smoke chamber dimensions. The inside Section R1001.12.
height of the smoke chamber from the fireplace throat to Exceptions:
the beginning of the flue shall not be greater than the 1. Masonry fireplaces listed,and labeled for use in
inside width of the fireplace opening.The inside surface of contact with combustibles in accordance with UL
the smoke chamber shall not be inclined more than 45 127 and installed in accordance with the manufac-
degrees(0.79 rad)from vertical when prefabricated smoke
turer s installation;instructions are permitted to
chamber linings are,,used or when the smoke chamber have combustible material in contact with their exte-
walls are rolled or sloped rather than corbeled. When the rior surfaces.
inside surface of the smoke chamber is formed by corbeled
masonry, the walls shall`hot be corbeled more than 30 2. When masonry fireplaces are part of masonry or
degrees(0.52 rad)from-vertical. concrete walls,combustible materials shall not be in
contact with the masonry or concrete walls less than
R1001.9 Hearth and hearth extension. Masonry fireplace 12 inches (306 mm) from,the inside surface of the
hearths and hearth extensions shall be constructed of concrete nearest firebox lining.
or masonry, supported by noncombustible materials, and
MASONRY
COMBUSTIBLE SHEATHING
EDGE ABUTTING MASONRY.-
12IN. MIN. FROM FIREBOX,
FRAME WALL
2 IN.CLEARANCE (AIR SPACE)
TO COMBUSTIBLE FRAMING
WOOD MANTEL
For SI: 1 inch=25.4 mm.
FIGURE R1001.11
CLEARANCE FROM COMBUSTIBLES
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CHIMNEYS AND FIREPLACES
' 3. Exposed combustible trim and the edges of sheath- and the required space between the heater and combustible
ing materials such as wood siding,flooring and dry- material shall be fully vented to permit the free flow of air
wall shall be permitted to abut the masonry fireplace around all heater surfaces.
side walls and hearth extension in accordance with Exceptions:
Figure R1001.11,provided such combustible trim or
sheathing is a minimum of 12 inches(305 mm)from 1. When the masonry heater wall is at least 8 inches
the inside surface of the nearest firebox lining. (203 mm)thick of solid masonry and the wall of the
heat exchange channels is at least 5 inches(127 mm)
4. Exposed combustible mantels or trim may be laced
P Y P thick of solid masonry, combustible materials shall
directly on the masonry fireplace front surrounding not be placed within 4 inches (102 mm) of the out-
the fireplace opening providing such combustible side surface of a masonry heater. A clearance of at
materials are not placed within 6 inches(152 mm)of least 8 inches (203 mm) shall be provided between
a fireplace opening. Combustible material within 12 the gas-tight capping slab of the heater and a com-
F inches (306 mm) of the fireplace opening shall not bustible ceiling.
( project more than'1/8 inch (3 mm) for each 1-inch 2. Masonry heaters listed and labeled in accordance
(25 mm)distance from such an opening. with UL 1482 may be installed in accordance with
R1001.12 Fireplace fireblocking.'Fireplace fireblocking the listing specifications and the manufacturer's
shall comply with the provisions'of Section R602.8. written instructions.
SECTION R1002 SECTION R1003
MASONRYHEATERSMASONRY CHIMNEYS
R1002.1 Definition.A masonry heater is a heating appliance R1003.1 Definition. A masonry chimney is a chimney con-
constructed of concrete or solid masonry,hereinafter referred structed of solid masonry units,hollow masonry units grouted
to as masonry, which is designedto absorb and store heat solid, stone or concrete, hereinafter referred to as masonry.
from a solid-fuel fire built in the firebox by routing the Masonry chimneys shall be constructed,anchored, supported
exhaust gases through internal heat exchange channels in and reinforced as required in this chapter.
which the flow path downstream of the firebox may include R1003.2 Footings and foundations. Footings for masonry
flow in a horizontal or downward.direction before entering chimneys shall be constructed of concrete or solid masonry at
the chimney and which delivers heat by radiation from the least 12 inches (305 mm) thick and shall extend at least 6
Masonry surface of the heater. inches(152 mm)beyond the face of the foundation or support
R1002.2 Installation. Masonry heaters shall be installed in wall on all sides.Footings shall be founded on natural undis-
accordance with this section and comply with one of the fol- turbed earth or engineered fill below frost depth.In areas not
lowing: I subjected to freezing,footings shall be at least 12 inches(305
1. Masonry heaters shall comply with the requirements of mm)below finished grade.
ASTM E 1602;or R1003.3 Seismic reinforcing. Masonry or concrete chim-
neys shall be constructed,anchored,supported and reinforced
dance with UT. 1482 and installed in accordance with as required in this chapter. In all structures regulated by this I I
the manufacturer's installation instructions. code assigned to Seismic Design Category C, Do, DI or DZ
masonry and concrete chimneys shall be reinforced and
R1002.3 Footings and foundation.The firebox floor of a anchored as detailed in Section R1003.3.1, R1003.3.2 and
masonry heater shall be a minimum thickness of 4 inches R1003.4. In Seismic Design Category A or B, reinforcement
(102 mm) of noncombustible material and be supported on a and seismic anchorage is not required.
noncombustible footing and foundation in accordance with
Section R1003:2. R1003.3.1 Vertical reinforcing. For chimneys up to 40
inches (1016 mm) wide, four No. 4 continuous vertical
R1002.4 Seismic reinforcing.In Seismic Design Categories bars, anchored in the foundation, shall be placed in the
Do, Dl and D21 masonry heaters shall be anchored to the concrete, or between wythes of solid masonry, or within
masonry foundation in accordance with Section R1003.3. the cells of hollow unit masonry, and grouted in accor-
( Seismic reinforcing shall not be required within the body of a dance with Section R609.1.1. Grout shall be prevented
masonry heater whose height is equal to or less than 3.5 times from bonding with the flue liner so that the flue liner is
its body width and where the masonry chimney serving the free to move with thermal expansion. For chimneys more
heater is not supported by the body of the heater. Where the than 40 inches(1016 mm)wide,two additional No.4 ver-
masonry chimney shares a l common wall with the facing of tical bars shall be installed for each additional 40 inches
the masonry heater,the chimney portion of the structure shall (1016 mm)in width or fraction thereof.
be reinforced in accordance with Section R1003. R1003.3.2 Horizontal reinforcing. Vertical reinforce-
R1002.5 Masonry heater clearance.Combustible materials ment shall be placed enclosed within '/,-inch(6 mm) ties,
shall not be placed within 36 inches(914 mm)of the outside or other reinforcing of equivalent net cross-sectional area,
surface of a masonry heater in accordance with NFPA 211 spaced not to exceed 18 inches(457 mm)on center in con-
Section 8-7 (clearances for solid-fuel-burning appliances), crete,or placed in the bed joints of unit masonry,at a min-
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imum of every 18 inches(457 mm)of vertical height.Two 1. The net free area of the arrestor shall not be less than
such ties shall be installed at each bend in the vertical bars. four times the net free area of the outlet of the chim-
R1003.4 Seismic anchorage. Masonry and concrete chim- ney flue it serves.
II neys and foundations in all structures regulated by this code 2. The arrestor screen shall have heat and corrosion
assigned to Seismic Design Category C, Do,D,or DZ shall be resistance,equivalent to 12 gage wire, 19-gage gal-
anchored at each floor,.ceiling or roof line more than 6 feet vanized steel or 24-gage stainless steel.
(1829 mm), above grade, except where constructed com- 3. Openings shall not permit the passage of spheres
pletely within the exterior walls.Anchorage shall conform to having a diameter greater than l/2 inch(13 mm) nor
the requirements in Section R1003.4.1. block the passage of spheres having a diameter less
R1003.4.1 Anchorage:Two'/16-inch by 1-inch(5 mm by than%inch(10 mm).
25 mm)straps shall be embedded a minimum of 12 inches 4. The spark arrestor shall be accessible for cleaning
(305 mm)into the chimney.Straps shall be hooked around and the.screen or chimney cap shall be removable to
the outer bars and extend 6 inches (152 mm) beyond the allow for cleaning of the chimney flue.
bend. Each strap shall be fastened to a minimum of four
floor joists with two 1/2 inch(13 mm)bolts. R1003.9.3 Rain caps.Where a masonry or metal rain cap
is installed on a masonry chimney, the net free area under
R1003.5 Corbeling.Masonry chimneys shall not be corbeled
more than one-half of the chimney's wall thickness from a the cap shall not be less than four times the net free area of
wall or foundation, nor shall a chimney be corbeled from a the outlet alof the chimney flue it serves.
wall or foundation that is less than 12 inches(305 mm)thick R1003.10 Wall thickness. Masonry chimney walls shall be
unless it projects equally on each side of the wall,except that constructed of solid masonry units or hollow masonry units
on the second story of a two-story dwelling, corbeling of grouted solid with not less than a 4-inch (102 mm) nominal
chimneys on the exterior of the enclosing walls may equal the thickness.
wall thickness. The projection of a single course shall not R1003.10.1 Masonry veneer chimneys. Where masonry
exceed one-half the unit height or one-third of the unit bed is used to veneer a frame chimney, through-flashing and
depth,whichever is less. weep holes shall be installed as required by Section R703.
R1003.6 Changes in dimension.The chimney wall or chim- R1003.11 Flue lining (material). Masonry chimneys shall
ney flue lining shall not change in size or shape within 6 inches be lined.The lining material shall be appropriate for the type
(152 mm) above or below where the chimney passes through of appliance connected, according to the terms of the appli-
floor components,ceiling components or roof components. ance listing and manufacturer's instructions.
R1003.7 Offsets: Where a masonry chimney is constructed R1003.11.1 Residential-type appliances (general). Flue
with a fireclay flue liner surrounded by one wythe of masonry, lining systems shall comply with one of the following:
the maximum offset shall be such that the centerline of the flue 1. Clay flue lining complying with the requirements of
above the offset does not extend beyond the center of the chim- ASTM C 315.
ney wall below the offset. Where the chimney offset is sup-
ported by masonry below the offset in an approved manner,the 2. Listed and labeled chimney lining systems comply-
maximum offset limitations shall not apply. Each individual ing with UL 1777.
corbeled masonry course of the offset shall not exceed the'pro- 3. Factory-built chimneys or.chimney units listed for
jection limitations specified in Section R1003.5. installation within masonry chimneys.
R1003.8 Additional load. Chimneys shall not support loads 4. Other approved materials that will resist corrosion,
other than their own weight unless they are designed and con- erosion, softening or cracking from flue gases and
structed to support the additional load. Construction of condensate at temperatures up to 1,800°F(982°C).
masonry chimneys as part of the masonry walls or reinforced R1003.11.2 Flue linings for specific appliances.Flue lin-
concrete walls of the building shall be permitted. ings other than these covered in Section R1003.11.1,
R1003.9 Termination.Chimneys shall extend at least 2 feet intended for use with.specific types of appliances, shall
(610 mm)higher than any portion of a building within 10 feet comply with Sections R100111.3 through R1003.11.6.
(3048 mm),but shall not be less than 3 feet(914 mm)above R1003.11.3 Gas appliances. Flue lining systems for gas
the highest point where the chimney passes through the roof. appliances shall be in accordance with the California
R1003.91 Chimney caps. Masonry chimneys shall have Mechanical Code. I
a concrete,metal or stone cap,sloped to shed water,a drip R1003.11.4'Pellet fuel-burning appliances. Flue lining
edge and a caulked bond.bre'ak around any flue liners in and vent systems for'use in masonry chimneys with pellet
accordance with ASTM C 1283. fuel-burning appliance's'shall be limited to the following:
R1003.9.2 Spark arrestors.All chimneys g.i
Flue n
attached to any linsystems complying with Section
appliance or fireplace that burns solid fuel,'shall, be 1. R1003lin n
equipped with an approved spark arrester. The spark J
arrestor shall meet all of the following requirements: 2. Pellet vents listed.for installation within masonry
chimneys. (See Section R1003.11.6 for marking.)
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