Permit Comments
 
Permit #B2102859
Address5009 LEE HWY
TypeCTBO
StatusAPPLIED
Permit HolderARCH DESIGN BUILD INC
Owner5009 LEE HWY LLC
Applied Date27/12/2021
Approved Date 
Date Issued 
DescriptionTENANT BUILD-OUT. PROJECT IS 70% COMPLETED UNDER PERMIT NUMBER: B1900208. THIS PERMIT HAS BEEN CANCELED. THIS APPLICATION IS FOR A NEW BUILDING PERMIT TO COMPLETE THE WORK.

ReviewReview DateStatusComments
Building01/13/2022RejectedSheet A-001 COVER SHEET: Sheet A-001:
Building01/13/2022RejectedSheet A-001: See markup. We’re currently reviewing drawings under 2018 VUSBC, which is the current default code. A full list of current applicable codes & standards can be found at: https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Programs/Building/Codes-Ordinances/Building/Standards. If you wish to, you may submit drawings under 2015 VUSBC, which will be accepted until June 30, 2022. Please update all cited code sections consistently referencing applicable VCC code sections.
Building01/13/2022RejectedSheet A-001: Please take a look at your Sheet Index. Sheet 501 appears to be missing from the permit set. Sheet Title for A-500 & A-600 appears to be different too between index and sheet.
Building01/13/2022RejectedSheet A-102 GRADE LEVEL NEW WORK PLAN: Sheet A-102:
Building01/13/2022RejectedSheet A-001: See markup. Sprinkler system for use group A-2 portion of building is required based on VCC 903.2.1.2 #3. It may help to add code section to plan.
Building01/13/2022RejectedSheet A-001: See markup. Use group A-2 Fire Area separated with a 2-hr Fire Barrier based on VCC 707.3.10. It may help to add code section to plan.
Building01/13/2022RejectedSheet A102: See markup and VCC Table 716.1(2). Doors located in a 2-hr Fire Barrier shall be Fire Door(s) with 1-1/2-hr minimum fire resistance rating (example door #s 5, 6 and 9). Please coordinate with your Door Schedule.
Building01/13/2022RejectedSheet A102: See markup. Door #9 is occurring in two locations – at the Elevator Plump room on level 2 and at the Electric Room on level 1. Please coordinate with your Door Schedule.
Building01/13/2022ApprovedSheet A-001 COVER SHEET: Sheet A-001:
Building01/13/2022ApprovedSheet A-001: See markup. We’re currently reviewing drawings under 2018 VUSBC, which is the current default code. A full list of current applicable codes & standards can be found at: https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Programs/Building/Codes-Ordinances/Building/Standards. If you wish to, you may submit drawings under 2015 VUSBC, which will be accepted until June 30, 2022. Please update all cited code sections consistently referencing applicable VCC code sections.
Building01/13/2022ApprovedSheet A-001: Please take a look at your Sheet Index. Sheet 501 appears to be missing from the permit set. Sheet Title for A-500 & A-600 appears to be different too between index and sheet.
Building01/13/2022ApprovedSheet A-102 GRADE LEVEL NEW WORK PLAN: Sheet A-102:
Building01/13/2022ApprovedSheet A-001: See markup. Sprinkler system for use group A-2 portion of building is required based on VCC 903.2.1.2 #3. It may help to add code section to plan.
Building01/13/2022ApprovedSheet A-001: See markup. Use group A-2 Fire Area separated with a 2-hr Fire Barrier based on VCC 707.3.10. It may help to add code section to plan.
Building01/13/2022ApprovedSheet A102: See markup and VCC Table 716.1(2). Doors located in a 2-hr Fire Barrier shall be Fire Door(s) with 1-1/2-hr minimum fire resistance rating (example door #s 5, 6 and 9). Please coordinate with your Door Schedule.
Building01/13/2022ApprovedSheet A102: See markup. Door #9 is occurring in two locations – at the Elevator Plump room on level 2 and at the Electric Room on level 1. Please coordinate with your Door Schedule.
Building05/12/2022ApprovedPlans returned to submitter to correct revised file names. Do not rename files when submitting revisions. Name revised files exactly the same as the files they are replacing. Do not delete the old files. The system will see two files with the same name, then it will stack the new one on top of the old one, then it will "void" the old file while still keeping it in the system. Delete the "E-010 COMCHECH" file submitted on 5/11/22 . Rename it exactly the same as the original file being replaced, "E-010 COMCHECK". Re-upload the revised file.
Building05/12/2022RejectedPlans returned to submitter to correct revised file names. Do not rename files when submitting revisions. Name revised files exactly the same as the files they are replacing. Do not delete the old files. The system will see two files with the same name, then it will stack the new one on top of the old one, then it will "void" the old file while still keeping it in the system. Delete the "E-010 COMCHECH" file submitted on 5/11/22 . Rename it exactly the same as the original file being replaced, "E-010 COMCHECK". Re-upload the revised file.
Building05/27/2022ApprovedSheet A-001 COVER SHEET: DRAWINGS ARE APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FIELD NOTE(S): SUBMIT AUTOMATIC SUPPRESSION SHOP DRAWINGS FOR APPROVAL SUBMIT FIRE ALARM SHOP DRAWINGS FOR APPROVAL
DES:Water/Sewer Engineering01/03/2022ApprovedCTBO INT RENOVATION 7 NEW DFUS
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet E-002 LOWER LEVEL REFLECTED CEILING PLAN: EN-6) 01/14/22 – Fluorescent?, Or LED as is listed on the schedule? Clarfiy. Per section C405.3.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet E-002 LOWER LEVEL REFLECTED CEILING PLAN: EN-7) 01/14/22 – NOT USED.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet E-001 GENERAL NOTES AND SYMBOLS: EN-8) 01/14/22 –Clarify whether you are using LED per the fixture schedule or fluorescent and incandescent light fixtures. Coordinate the references to the type of light fixtures intended throughout the permit set. Per section C405.3.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet E-001 GENERAL NOTES AND SYMBOLS: EN-9) 01/14/22 –Add the Occupancy Sensor symbols (overhead and switch) to the legend, AND state the time til off. Per section C405.2.1.1.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet E-001 GENERAL NOTES AND SYMBOLS: EN-10) 01/14/22 –Clarify ON THE DRAWINGS that the overhead occupancy sensor is automatic on to only 50% lighting power. Per section C405.2.1.1.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet M-201 MECHANICAL SCHEDULES: EN-11) 01/14/22 –Clarify ON THE SCHEDULE the EER and the IEER AT TEST CONDITIONS for units of this size category, per Table C403.3.2(1).
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet M-201 MECHANICAL SCHEDULES: EN-12) 01/14/22 –RTU-1 requires an economizer. Per section C403.5.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet P-001 PLUMBING SPECIFICATIONS, FIXTURE SCHEDULE AND SYMBOLS: EN-13) 01/14/22 –List on the schedule the efficiency for the instantaneous gas water heater to comply with Table C404.2.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet A-200 ELEVATIONS: EN-1) 01/14/22 – This numbering system is from ASHRAE 90.1, NOT from the Virginia Energy Conservation Code. You may only use 1 code standard reference (designer’s choice) to design to, not sections from both. State on the code summary sheet which code or standard you choose to comply with to meet the energy code requirements. Coordinate all your energy code references throughout the entire project to conform to the selected energy code reference document. Revise and resubmit. Per section C401.2.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet A-200 ELEVATIONS: EN-1) 01/14/22 – This numbering system is from ASHRAE 90.1, NOT from the Virginia Energy Conservation Code. You may only use 1 code standard reference (designer’s choice) to design to, not sections from both. State on the code summary sheet which code or standard you choose to comply with to meet the energy code requirements. Coordinate all your energy code references throughout the entire project to conform to the selected energy code reference document. Revise and resubmit. Per section C401.2.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet A-200 ELEVATIONS: EN-2) 01/14/22 – The U-factor and SHGC values shall be for the glazing INCLUDING the frame, NOT just COG for the glazing unit by itself. Per section C303.1.3.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet A-200 ELEVATIONS: EN-3) 01/14/22 – These code citations are outdated and do not refer to anything in the 2015 nor 2018 VECC. Either update your code references or leave them off, citing only the information contained within the relevant sections.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet E-010 COMCHECK: EN-4) 01-14-22: You may only use 1 code standard reference (designer’s choice) to design to, not sections from both. The code summary sheet currently states VECC. State on the code summary sheet which code or standard you choose to comply with to meet the energy code requirements. Coordinate ALL the energy code references throughout the entire project to conform to the selected energy code reference document on the code summary sheet. Revise and resubmit. Per section C401.2.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet A-200 ELEVATIONS: EN-5) 01/14/22 – List ON THE DRAWINGS, the AIR INFILTRATION RATE metircs, to comply with the energy code. Per section C402.5.2 (from 2018 VECC. Section number may differ if using 2015.)
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet E-002 LOWER LEVEL REFLECTED CEILING PLAN: EN-6) 01/14/22 – Fluorescent?, Or LED as is listed on the schedule? Clarfiy. Per section C405.3.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet E-002 LOWER LEVEL REFLECTED CEILING PLAN: EN-7) 01/14/22 – NOT USED.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet E-001 GENERAL NOTES AND SYMBOLS: EN-8) 01/14/22 –Clarify whether you are using LED per the fixture schedule or fluorescent and incandescent light fixtures. Coordinate the references to the type of light fixtures intended throughout the permit set. Per section C405.3.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet E-001 GENERAL NOTES AND SYMBOLS: EN-9) 01/14/22 –Add the Occupancy Sensor symbols (overhead and switch) to the legend, AND state the time til off. Per section C405.2.1.1.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet E-001 GENERAL NOTES AND SYMBOLS: EN-10) 01/14/22 –Clarify ON THE DRAWINGS that the overhead occupancy sensor is automatic on to only 50% lighting power. Per section C405.2.1.1.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet M-201 MECHANICAL SCHEDULES: EN-11) 01/14/22 –Clarify ON THE SCHEDULE the EER and the IEER AT TEST CONDITIONS for units of this size category, per Table C403.3.2(1).
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet M-201 MECHANICAL SCHEDULES: EN-12) 01/14/22 –RTU-1 requires an economizer. Per section C403.5.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedSheet P-001 PLUMBING SPECIFICATIONS, FIXTURE SCHEDULE AND SYMBOLS: EN-13) 01/14/22 –List on the schedule the efficiency for the instantaneous gas water heater to comply with Table C404.2.
Energy01/14/2022RejectedEN-14) 01/14/22: Resubmission may result in additional comments. Please number your narrative responses with the identical EN-X number indicated in my comments. This significantly reduces the time required for review of your responses. Per VECC 109.4. If you have questions regarding this energy code review, you can contact me via email at lbaskerville@arlingtonva.us, or Facetime/TEAMS/GOOGLEDUO call on my mobile number 703-244-0479. The Virginia Energy Conservation Code can be found free online at https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/VECC2018P1
Energy05/31/2022RejectedSheet A-200 ELEVATIONS: EN-2) 05/31/22 –The previous rejection comment has not been addressed. You have removed all the required information that was included on the previous submission, and have cited a code section, which, if the default values are used instead of the NFRC tests 100 & 200, does not meet the prescriptive code requirements of section C402.4.3 for the storefront and windows. Revise the information to list the required maximum Air Infiltration Rates, the Max U-factors, and the max SHGC values. ************************************************************************************. 01/14/22 – The U-factor and SHGC values shall be for the glazing INCLUDING the frame, NOT just COG for the glazing unit by itself. Per section C3
Energy05/31/2022RejectedSheet A-200 ELEVATIONS: EN-3) 05/31/22 –The previous rejection comment has not been addressed. Provide the requested correction. ************************************************************************************. 01/14/22 – These code citations are outdated and do not refer to anything in the 2015 nor 2018 VECC. Either update your code references or leave them off, citing only the information contained within the relevant sections.
Energy05/31/2022RejectedSheet E-010 COMCHECK: EN-4) 5-31-22 - You need to re-run the comcheck lighting analysis reports using the correct code standard and correct code cycle year. You may not simply overwrite the name of the selected code reference standard on an existing, differently calculated Comcheck analysis. The different codes use different values, and may produce a different outcome. The revised analyses should reflect a date indicating a revised analysis was run.***************************************************01-14-22: You may only use 1 code standard reference (designer’s choice) to design to, not sections from both. The code summary sheet currently states VECC. State on the code summary sheet which code or standard you choose to comply with t
Energy05/31/2022RejectedSheet A-200 ELEVATIONS: EN-5) 05/31/22 –The previous rejection comment has not been addressed. Provide the requested correction. ************************************************************************************. 01/14/22 – List ON THE DRAWINGS, the AIR INFILTRATION RATE metircs, to comply with the energy code. Per section C402.5.2 (from 2018 VECC. Section number may differ if using 2015.)
Energy05/31/2022RejectedEN-14) 05/31/22: Resubmission may result in additional comments. Please number your narrative responses with the identical EN-X number indicated in my comments. This significantly reduces the time required for review of your responses. Per VECC 109.4. If you have questions regarding this energy code review, you can contact me via email at lbaskerville@arlingtonva.us, or Facetime/TEAMS/GOOGLEDUO call on my mobile number 703-244-0479. The Virginia Energy Conservation Code can be found free online at https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/VECC2018P1
Fire Prevention01/12/2022RejectedSheet A-001 COVER SHEET: NFPA 101 is not an Arlington Reference code. The fire sprinkler to be NFPA 13 and Fire Alarm to be per NFPA 72 2013 as applicable based on code analysis. Revise note as appropriate (TYP)
Fire Prevention01/12/2022RejectedSheet A-001 COVER SHEET: The Virginia Construction code is 2015 or 2018 if chosen. All other codes must comply VCC 2015 ref. standards. Revise as appropriate.
Fire Prevention01/12/2022ApprovedSheet A-001 COVER SHEET: NFPA 101 is not an Arlington Reference code. The fire sprinkler to be NFPA 13 and Fire Alarm to be per NFPA 72 2013 as applicable based on code analysis. Revise note as appropriate (TYP)
Fire Prevention01/12/2022ApprovedSheet A-001 COVER SHEET: The Virginia Construction code is 2015 or 2018 if chosen. All other codes must comply VCC 2015 ref. standards. Revise as appropriate.
Fire Prevention01/13/2022ApprovedSheet P-101 FIRST FLOOR DOMESTIC WATER PLAN AND RISER DIAGRAM: The building is provided with sprinkler system that to comply NFPA 13 with both ordinary and light hazard. Provide fire water line and size as appropriate per the code standard noted above. Note that any meter in the system incoming may not work if the designer wants to use the indicated domestic line to serve sprinkle system.
Fire Prevention01/13/2022RejectedSheet P-101 FIRST FLOOR DOMESTIC WATER PLAN AND RISER DIAGRAM: The building is provided with sprinkler system that to comply NFPA 13 with both ordinary and light hazard. Provide fire water line and size as appropriate per the code standard noted above. Note that any meter in the system incoming may not work if the designer wants to use the indicated domestic line to serve sprinkle system.
Fire Prevention01/13/2022RejectedSheet P-101 FIRST FLOOR DOMESTIC WATER PLAN AND RISER DIAGRAM: Check/provide nearby hydrant flow test for review on future submittal.
Fire Prevention01/13/2022RejectedSheet P-101 FIRST FLOOR DOMESTIC WATER PLAN AND RISER DIAGRAM: Provide fire sprinkler riser for review.
Fire Prevention05/19/2022ApprovedSubmit fire alarm shop drawing for review.
Fire Prevention05/19/2022ApprovedSubmit fire sprinkler shop drawing for review.
Fire Prevention05/19/2022ApprovedSheet P-101 FIRST FLOOR DOMESTIC WATER PLAN AND RISER DIAGRAM: Check/provide nearby hydrant flow test for review on future submittal. 5/18/22: Comment not addressed, The note provided must be followed through during the shop drawing review for final approval.
Fire Prevention05/19/2022ApprovedSheet P-101 FIRST FLOOR DOMESTIC WATER PLAN AND RISER DIAGRAM: Provide fire sprinkler riser for review. 5/18/22: Comment not addressed, The note provided must be followed through during the shop drawing review for final approval.
Mechanical05/19/2022RejectedPlease comply with section 1023.5 IBC2018 regarding stairway penetrations.
Public Health Division01/13/2022ApprovedSheet A-105 UPPER LEVEL SITTING PLAN: Due to proximity to beverage prep station ensure that the sink is provided with splash guards regardless of intended use. WILL BE VERIFIED DURING PREOPENING
Public Health Division01/13/2022AdditionalSheet A-105 UPPER LEVEL SITTING PLAN: Due to proximity to beverage prep station ensure that the sink is provided with splash guards regardless of intended use.
Public Health Division01/13/2022ApprovedSheet A-105 UPPER LEVEL SITTING PLAN: Due to proximity to beverage prep station ensure that the sink is provided with splash guards regardless of intended use.
Structural01/07/2022RejectedSpecial Inspections: REJECTED. Per the "New Permit Letter" submitted, please submit a new statement of special inspections packet (all pages 44-62) with all parties owner, SER, SIER, and the new GC. Please copy and paste link to find the SSI packet: https://arlingtonva.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/2018/04/Special-Inspection-Pre-Construction-Manual.pdf#page=47
Structural01/07/2022RejectedSpecial Inspections: REJECTED. Per the "New Permit Letter" submitted, please submit a new statement of special inspections packet (all pages 44-62) with all parties owner, SER, SIER, and the new GC. Please copy and paste link to find the SSI packet: https://arlingtonva.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/2018/04/Special-Inspection-Pre-Construction-Manual.pdf#page=47
Structural05/24/2022RejectedSee previous comment and submit new SSI packet with new GC. All pages shall be submitted.
Zoning01/24/2022ApprovedB2102859 CTBO-6938 5009 Lee Hwy C-1 Lot size: 14,938 sf Interior alterations for a restaurant, All About Burger (8,580 sf). Most of the work was completed under permit B1900208 which as cancelled. The plans in the new match the plans from the previous permit. Comments from previous permit: (Rejected) 1. This is a split zoned property of R-6 and C-1. There is a Use Permit (U-3512-18-1) that was granted last year for 5009 Lee Highway to fulfill an existing easement agreement (to provide 10 parking spaces) with neighboring property 5015 Lee Highway on the C-1/commercial portion of the property. There is also a Variance from 1971 (V-3703-71-1) that allowed surface parking in R-6 to be used for required parking. Before we can c
Zoning01/24/2022AdditionalB2102859 CTBO-6938 5009 Lee Hwy C-1 Lot size: 14,938 sf Interior alterations for a restaurant, All About Burger (8,580 sf). Most of the work was completed under permit B1900208 which as cancelled. The plans in the new match the plans from the previous permit. Comments from previous permit: (Rejected) 1. This is a split zoned property of R-6 and C-1. There is a Use Permit (U-3512-18-1) that was granted last year for 5009 Lee Highway to fulfill an existing easement agreement (to provide 10 parking spaces) with neighboring property 5015 Lee Highway on the C-1/commercial portion of the property. There is also a Variance from 1971 (V-3703-71-1) that allowed surface parking in R-6 to be used for required parking. Before we can c
Zoning01/24/2022ApprovedB2102859 CTBO-6938 5009 Lee Hwy C-1 Lot size: 14,938 sf Interior alterations for a restaurant, All About Burger (8,580 sf). Most of the work was completed under permit B1900208 which as cancelled. The plans in the new match the plans from the previous permit. Comments from previous permit: (Rejected) 1. This is a split zoned property of R-6 and C-1. There is a Use Permit (U-3512-18-1) that was granted last year for 5009 Lee Highway to fulfill an existing easement agreement (to provide 10 parking spaces) with neighboring property 5015 Lee Highway on the C-1/commercial portion of the property. There is also a Variance from 1971 (V-3703-71-1) that allowed surface parking in R-6 to be used for required parking. Before we can c
Zoning05/31/2022Approved5/31/2022 - No zoning changes.