Permit Comments
 
Permit #B2102067
Address4238 WILSON BLVD
TypeCTBO
StatusFINALED
Permit HolderEXCELL CONTRACTORS INC
OwnerFC BALLSTON COMMON LLC
Applied Date26/08/2021
Approved Date17/12/2021
Date Issued22/12/2021
DescriptionAPPROX. 2,217 SF INTERIOR TENANT BUILD-OUT FOR AN IMMERSIVE GROUP GAMING ENTERTAINMENT FACILITY. TENANT SPACE IS LOCATED ON THE SECOND FLOOR OF AN EXISTING SHOPPING MALL. SUITE 2233

ReviewReview DateStatusComments
Building08/26/2021AdditionalSheet LS1-0 - LIFE SAFETY _ ACCESSIBILITY: Please note the correction: Grab bar mounting height dimension is to the top of the grab bar and not to the centerline of the grab bar. Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Sec 604.5.2;
Building08/26/2021AdditionalSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: Door maneuvering clearance at pull side requires 18 inches for compliance. Column appears to be an obstruction. Please show compliance. Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Sec. 404.2.3
Building08/26/2021AdditionalSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: Please indicate that the casework, service counters meet the accessibility requirements for forward and/or side wheelchair approaches per 2009 ICC A117.1 section 904 Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 904 / 904.3
Building08/26/2021ApprovedSheet LS1-0 - LIFE SAFETY _ ACCESSIBILITY: Please note the correction: Grab bar mounting height dimension is to the top of the grab bar and not to the centerline of the grab bar. Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Sec 604.5.2;
Building08/26/2021ApprovedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: Door maneuvering clearance at pull side requires 18 inches for compliance. Column appears to be an obstruction. Please show compliance. Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Sec. 404.2.3
Building08/26/2021ApprovedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: Please indicate that the casework, service counters meet the accessibility requirements for forward and/or side wheelchair approaches per 2009 ICC A117.1 section 904 Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 904 / 904.3
Building08/26/2021RejectedSheet LS1-0 - LIFE SAFETY _ ACCESSIBILITY: Please note the correction: Grab bar mounting height dimension is to the top of the grab bar and not to the centerline of the grab bar. Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Sec 604.5.2;
Building08/26/2021RejectedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: Door maneuvering clearance at pull side requires 18 inches for compliance. Column appears to be an obstruction. Please show compliance. Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Sec. 404.2.3
Building08/26/2021RejectedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: Please indicate that the casework, service counters meet the accessibility requirements for forward and/or side wheelchair approaches per 2009 ICC A117.1 section 904 Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 904 / 904.3
Building08/26/2021ApprovedSheet LS1-0 - LIFE SAFETY _ ACCESSIBILITY: Please note the correction: Grab bar mounting height dimension is to the top of the grab bar and not to the centerline of the grab bar. Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Sec 604.5.2;
Building08/26/2021ApprovedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: Door maneuvering clearance at pull side requires 18 inches for compliance. Column appears to be an obstruction. Please show compliance. Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Sec. 404.2.3
Building08/26/2021ApprovedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: Please indicate that the casework, service counters meet the accessibility requirements for forward and/or side wheelchair approaches per 2009 ICC A117.1 section 904 Code Reference: 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 904 / 904.3
Building09/02/2021ApprovedReviewed under the 2018 Virginia Construction Code and the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC). Please correct any references to VUSRC. The 2018 Virginia Construction Code can be found for free online at https://codes.iccsafe.org/category/Virginia If you have questions regarding this building plan review, please contact me via email at aawofisayo@arlingtonva.us or by telephone at 703-228-0542.
Building09/02/2021ApprovedSheet A4-1 - DOOR SCHEDULE- DOOR DETAILS: Please specify accessible hardware to meet the accessible provision of the VCC and the ICC A117.1. Please note this requirement on the drawings. Code Reference: VCC Section 1010.1.9.1; 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 404.2.6,
Building09/02/2021ApprovedSheet A4-1 - DOOR SCHEDULE- DOOR DETAILS: Please populate hardware set column on the door schedule to facilitate plan review.
Building09/02/2021ApprovedSheet T1-1 - COVER SHEET: Please note the correct construction type on the drawing. Construction type is Type II-B and not Type III-B.
Building09/02/2021ApprovedSheet T1-1 - COVER SHEET: Minimum required corridor width shall be not less than 44” as required by Table 1020.2 of the Virginia Construction Code. Code Reference: VCC Section 1020.2
Building09/02/2021ApprovedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: The plans show an occupant load of 55 for the tenant space. The space requires a minimum of 2 means of egress with egress doors opening in the direction of travel. Please show egress doors swing open in the direction of travel. Code Reference: VCC Section 1010.1.2
Building09/02/2021RejectedSheet A4-1 - DOOR SCHEDULE- DOOR DETAILS: Please specify accessible hardware to meet the accessible provision of the VCC and the ICC A117.1. Please note this requirement on the drawings. Code Reference: VCC Section 1010.1.9.1; 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 404.2.6,
Building09/02/2021RejectedSheet A4-1 - DOOR SCHEDULE- DOOR DETAILS: Please populate hardware set column on the door schedule to facilitate plan review.
Building09/02/2021RejectedSheet T1-1 - COVER SHEET: Please note the correct construction type on the drawing. Construction type is Type II-B and not Type III-B.
Building09/02/2021RejectedSheet T1-1 - COVER SHEET: Minimum required corridor width shall be not less than 44” as required by Table 1020.2 of the Virginia Construction Code. Code Reference: VCC Section 1020.2
Building09/02/2021RejectedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: The plans show an occupant load of 55 for the tenant space. The space requires a minimum of 2 means of egress with egress doors opening in the direction of travel. Please show egress doors swing open in the direction of travel. Code Reference: VCC Section 1010.1.2
Building09/02/2021RejectedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: It appears that the existing restroom may not be in full compliance of the accessibility requirements of the VCC. Please verify fixture clearances, grab bars and other provision for accessible toilets per 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 604. Modify Accessible Compliance Form as needed to reflect the condition of the tenant space. Code Reference: VCC Section 1102.1; 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 604
Building09/02/2021RejectedReviewed under the 2018 Virginia Construction Code and the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC). Please correct any references to VUSRC. The 2018 Virginia Construction Code can be found for free online at https://codes.iccsafe.org/category/Virginia If you have questions regarding this building plan review, please contact me via email at aawofisayo@arlingtonva.us or by telephone at 703-228-0542.
Building09/02/2021ApprovedSheet A4-1 - DOOR SCHEDULE- DOOR DETAILS: Please specify accessible hardware to meet the accessible provision of the VCC and the ICC A117.1. Please note this requirement on the drawings. Code Reference: VCC Section 1010.1.9.1; 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 404.2.6,
Building09/02/2021ApprovedSheet A4-1 - DOOR SCHEDULE- DOOR DETAILS: Please populate hardware set column on the door schedule to facilitate plan review.
Building09/02/2021ApprovedSheet T1-1 - COVER SHEET: Please note the correct construction type on the drawing. Construction type is Type II-B and not Type III-B.
Building09/02/2021ApprovedSheet T1-1 - COVER SHEET: Minimum required corridor width shall be not less than 44” as required by Table 1020.2 of the Virginia Construction Code. Code Reference: VCC Section 1020.2
Building09/02/2021ApprovedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: The plans show an occupant load of 55 for the tenant space. The space requires a minimum of 2 means of egress with egress doors opening in the direction of travel. Please show egress doors swing open in the direction of travel. Code Reference: VCC Section 1010.1.2
Building09/02/2021AdditionalSheet A4-1 - DOOR SCHEDULE- DOOR DETAILS: Please specify accessible hardware to meet the accessible provision of the VCC and the ICC A117.1. Please note this requirement on the drawings. Code Reference: VCC Section 1010.1.9.1; 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 404.2.6,
Building09/02/2021AdditionalSheet A4-1 - DOOR SCHEDULE- DOOR DETAILS: Please populate hardware set column on the door schedule to facilitate plan review.
Building09/02/2021AdditionalSheet T1-1 - COVER SHEET: Please note the correct construction type on the drawing. Construction type is Type II-B and not Type III-B.
Building09/02/2021AdditionalSheet T1-1 - COVER SHEET: Minimum required corridor width shall be not less than 44” as required by Table 1020.2 of the Virginia Construction Code. Code Reference: VCC Section 1020.2
Building09/02/2021AdditionalSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: The plans show an occupant load of 55 for the tenant space. The space requires a minimum of 2 means of egress with egress doors opening in the direction of travel. Please show egress doors swing open in the direction of travel. Code Reference: VCC Section 1010.1.2
Building09/02/2021AdditionalSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: It appears that the existing restroom may not be in full compliance of the accessibility requirements of the VCC. Please verify fixture clearances, grab bars and other provision for accessible toilets per 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 604. Modify Accessible Compliance Form as needed to reflect the condition of the tenant space. Code Reference: VCC Section 1102.1; 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 604
Building09/02/2021AdditionalReviewed under the 2018 Virginia Construction Code and the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC). Please correct any references to VUSRC. The 2018 Virginia Construction Code can be found for free online at https://codes.iccsafe.org/category/Virginia If you have questions regarding this building plan review, please contact me via email at aawofisayo@arlingtonva.us or by telephone at 703-228-0542.
Building09/02/2021ApprovedReviewed under the 2018 Virginia Construction Code and the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC). Please correct any references to VUSRC. The 2018 Virginia Construction Code can be found for free online at https://codes.iccsafe.org/category/Virginia If you have questions regarding this building plan review, please contact me via email at aawofisayo@arlingtonva.us or by telephone at 703-228-0542.
Building10/11/2021ApprovedReview Date: 10/11/21 The revised documents shall be named exactly as the original documents submitted. A duplicate document that has been renamed creates an issue when the approved plan set is created. Both the original and the revised documents will receive an approval stamp and create confusion on which is the correct document.
Building10/11/2021AdditionalReview Date: 10/11/21 The revised documents shall be named exactly as the original documents submitted. A duplicate document that has been renamed creates an issue when the approved plan set is created. Both the original and the revised documents will receive an approval stamp and create confusion on which is the correct document.
Building10/11/2021ApprovedReview Date: 10/11/21 The revised documents shall be named exactly as the original documents submitted. A duplicate document that has been renamed creates an issue when the approved plan set is created. Both the original and the revised documents will receive an approval stamp and create confusion on which is the correct document.
Building10/25/2021ApprovedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: It appears that the existing restroom may not be in full compliance of the accessibility requirements of the VCC. Please verify fixture clearances, grab bars and other provision for accessible toilets per 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 604. Modify Accessible Compliance Form as needed to reflect the condition of the tenant space. Code Reference: VCC Section 1102.1; 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 604
Building10/25/2021ApprovedSheet A2-1 - FLOOR PLAN: It appears that the existing restroom may not be in full compliance of the accessibility requirements of the VCC. Please verify fixture clearances, grab bars and other provision for accessible toilets per 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 604. Modify Accessible Compliance Form as needed to reflect the condition of the tenant space. Code Reference: VCC Section 1102.1; 2009 ICC A117.1 Section 604
DES:Water/Sewer Engineering12/07/2021ApprovedINT ALT. 14 NEW DFU'S. COMMERCIAL INT ALT. APPROVED
Electrical09/13/2021RejectedIndicate on the drawings the 'type' of grounding electrode(s) to be used to properly ground the re-located 45kva transformer. NEC Article 250.30 (A) (4). Refer to Note 3, under the 'Key Notes' shown on sheet E3.01. Also, Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical09/13/2021RejectedOn sheet E3.01, 'Key Note' #6 references an existing 60 ampere disconnect to be removed. However, Key Note #6 appears to be an electrical transformer. Please clarify.
Electrical09/13/2021RejectedBased on the lack of information provided, additional design information is required for the county to review for code compliance. Additional comments may be forthcoming. Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical09/13/2021RejectedIndicate on the drawings the 'type' of grounding electrode(s) to be used to properly ground the re-located 45kva transformer. NEC Article 250.30 (A) (4). Refer to Note 3, under the 'Key Notes' shown on sheet E3.01. Also, Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical09/13/2021RejectedOn sheet E3.01, 'Key Note' #6 references an existing 60 ampere disconnect to be removed. However, Key Note #6 appears to be an electrical transformer. Please clarify.
Electrical09/13/2021RejectedBased on the lack of information provided, additional design information is required for the county to review for code compliance. Additional comments may be forthcoming. Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical09/13/2021ApprovedIndicate on the drawings the 'type' of grounding electrode(s) to be used to properly ground the re-located 45kva transformer. NEC Article 250.30 (A) (4). Refer to Note 3, under the 'Key Notes' shown on sheet E3.01. Also, Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical09/13/2021ApprovedOn sheet E3.01, 'Key Note' #6 references an existing 60 ampere disconnect to be removed. However, Key Note #6 appears to be an electrical transformer. Please clarify.
Electrical09/13/2021ApprovedBased on the lack of information provided, additional design information is required for the county to review for code compliance. Additional comments may be forthcoming. Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical09/13/2021AdditionalIndicate on the drawings the 'type' of grounding electrode(s) to be used to properly ground the re-located 45kva transformer. NEC Article 250.30 (A) (4). Refer to Note 3, under the 'Key Notes' shown on sheet E3.01. Also, Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical09/13/2021AdditionalOn sheet E3.01, 'Key Note' #6 references an existing 60 ampere disconnect to be removed. However, Key Note #6 appears to be an electrical transformer. Please clarify.
Electrical09/13/2021AdditionalBased on the lack of information provided, additional design information is required for the county to review for code compliance. Additional comments may be forthcoming. Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021ApprovedIn this latest review cycle dated (10-15-2021), there appears to be a 'new' 75kva transformer, provided by the landlord, shown to be suspended from the structure. Therefore, the designer will need to provide a 'Transformer Mounting Detail' on the drawings. Refer to 'Key Note' number 5, shown on revised sheet E3.01. Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021ApprovedThe #8 copper conductor shown to ground the 'new' 75kva transformer is too small. Transformer grounding electrode conductors 'must' be properly sized per NEC Article 250.30 (A) (5), and NEC Table 250.66. Refer to 'Key Note' number 5, shown on the revised electrical riser diagram. See sheet E3.01. Clarify.
Electrical10/29/2021ApprovedIndicate on the drawings the type(s) of grounding electrode(s) to be used to properly ground the 'new' 75kva transformer shown on revised sheet E3.01. NEC Article 250.30 (A) (4). Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021ApprovedPlease indicate on the drawings whether the 'new' 75kva (T-LA) transformer, suspended from the structure, will be located 'above or below' the ceiling in 'Corridor 14'. Refer to revised sheet E2.02. NEC Article 450.13 (B). Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021ApprovedThere appears to be mechanical duct work located above electrical panel board 'LB' located in 'IT Room 11'. Relocate either. Refer to revised sheets E2.02 and M2.01. NEC Article 110.26 (E) (1) (a). Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021ApprovedOn newly revised sheet E3.01, 'Note 8' under 'Key Notes', indicates the use of 125 ampere fuses in this disconnect. However, panel board 'HA', which is located on the load side of this fused disconnect has a demand ampere load of 160. Please clarify. Refer to the 'HA' directory and electrical riser diagram shown on this sheet. NEC Article 110.3 (B). Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021ApprovedBased on the lack of information provide, the above comments may not constitute a complete list of requested information. Additional design information is required for the county to review for code compliance. Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021RejectedIn this latest review cycle dated (10-15-2021), there appears to be a 'new' 75kva transformer, provided by the landlord, shown to be suspended from the structure. Therefore, the designer will need to provide a 'Transformer Mounting Detail' on the drawings. Refer to 'Key Note' number 5, shown on revised sheet E3.01. Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021RejectedThe #8 copper conductor shown to ground the 'new' 75kva transformer is too small. Transformer grounding electrode conductors 'must' be properly sized per NEC Article 250.30 (A) (5), and NEC Table 250.66. Refer to 'Key Note' number 5, shown on the revised electrical riser diagram. See sheet E3.01. Clarify.
Electrical10/29/2021RejectedIndicate on the drawings the type(s) of grounding electrode(s) to be used to properly ground the 'new' 75kva transformer shown on revised sheet E3.01. NEC Article 250.30 (A) (4). Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021RejectedPlease indicate on the drawings whether the 'new' 75kva (T-LA) transformer, suspended from the structure, will be located 'above or below' the ceiling in 'Corridor 14'. Refer to revised sheet E2.02. NEC Article 450.13 (B). Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021RejectedThere appears to be mechanical duct work located above electrical panel board 'LB' located in 'IT Room 11'. Relocate either. Refer to revised sheets E2.02 and M2.01. NEC Article 110.26 (E) (1) (a). Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021RejectedOn newly revised sheet E3.01, 'Note 8' under 'Key Notes', indicates the use of 125 ampere fuses in this disconnect. However, panel board 'HA', which is located on the load side of this fused disconnect has a demand ampere load of 160. Please clarify. Refer to the 'HA' directory and electrical riser diagram shown on this sheet. NEC Article 110.3 (B). Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
Electrical10/29/2021RejectedBased on the lack of information provide, the above comments may not constitute a complete list of requested information. Additional design information is required for the county to review for code compliance. Section 109.3 of the Virginia Construction Code.
EPlan Review12/17/2021Approved 
Mechanical10/11/2021ApprovedSheet M2-01 - MECHANICAL -FLOOR PLAN: Drawings M2.01 and M3.01 dated 8/26/2021 must be deleted (duplicate drawings) and M2.01 and M3.01 dated 10/8/2021 will stay.
Mechanical10/11/2021RejectedSheet M2-01 - MECHANICAL -FLOOR PLAN: Drawings M2.01 and M3.01 dated 8/26/2021 must be deleted (duplicate drawings) and M2.01 and M3.01 dated 10/8/2021 will stay.
Plumbing08/30/2021RejectedReview Date: 8/27/21 VPC 410.3 Provide high and low drinking fountains. Where drinking fountains are required, not fewer than two drinking fountains shall be provided. One drinking fountain shall comply with the requirements for people who use a wheelchair and one drinking fountain shall comply with the requirements for standing persons.
Plumbing08/30/2021ApprovedReview Date: 8/27/21 VPC 410.3 Provide high and low drinking fountains. Where drinking fountains are required, not fewer than two drinking fountains shall be provided. One drinking fountain shall comply with the requirements for people who use a wheelchair and one drinking fountain shall comply with the requirements for standing persons.
Plumbing08/30/2021AdditionalReview Date: 8/27/21 VPC 410.3 Provide high and low drinking fountains. Where drinking fountains are required, not fewer than two drinking fountains shall be provided. One drinking fountain shall comply with the requirements for people who use a wheelchair and one drinking fountain shall comply with the requirements for standing persons.
Plumbing08/30/2021ApprovedReview Date: 8/27/21 VPC 410.3 Provide high and low drinking fountains. Where drinking fountains are required, not fewer than two drinking fountains shall be provided. One drinking fountain shall comply with the requirements for people who use a wheelchair and one drinking fountain shall comply with the requirements for standing persons.
Zoning09/15/2021Rejectedit looks like this space's storefront faces the muse, therefore any storefront modification must first be approved through an administrative change request. Application and process can be found on Building Arlington ; link attached here: https://building.arlingtonva.us/permits/admin-change/ Contact Rosa Achour at 228-7579 or rachour@arlingtonva.us. for questions if any.
Zoning09/15/2021Rejectedplease provide a key plan showing the location of the space within the mall.
Zoning09/15/2021Rejectedit looks like this space's storefront faces the muse, therefore any storefront modification must first be approved through an administrative change request. Application and process can be found on Building Arlington ; link attached here: https://building.arlingtonva.us/permits/admin-change/ Contact Rosa Achour at 228-7579 or rachour@arlingtonva.us. for questions if any.
Zoning09/15/2021Rejectedplease provide a key plan showing the location of the space within the mall.
Zoning09/15/2021Additionalit looks like this space's storefront faces the muse, therefore any storefront modification must first be approved through an administrative change request. Application and process can be found on Building Arlington ; link attached here: https://building.arlingtonva.us/permits/admin-change/ Contact Rosa Achour at 228-7579 or rachour@arlingtonva.us. for questions if any.
Zoning09/15/2021Additionalplease provide a key plan showing the location of the space within the mall.
Zoning09/15/2021Approvedit looks like this space's storefront faces the muse, therefore any storefront modification must first be approved through an administrative change request. Application and process can be found on Building Arlington ; link attached here: https://building.arlingtonva.us/permits/admin-change/ Contact Rosa Achour at 228-7579 or rachour@arlingtonva.us. for questions if any.
Zoning09/15/2021Approvedplease provide a key plan showing the location of the space within the mall.
Zoning09/16/2021ApprovedPer article 7.1.2 (principal uses allowed in C districts) a game Arcade requires a Board Approved use permit on sites that are controlled by a site plan.
Zoning09/16/2021AdditionalPer article 7.1.2 (principal uses allowed in C districts) a game Arcade requires a Board Approved use permit on sites that are controlled by a site plan.
Zoning09/16/2021RejectedPer article 7.1.2 (principal uses allowed in C districts) a game Arcade requires a Board Approved use permit on sites that are controlled by a site plan.
Zoning09/16/2021RejectedPer article 7.1.2 (principal uses allowed in C districts) a game Arcade requires a Board Approved use permit on sites that are controlled by a site plan.