PROPOSAL TO PROVIDEPROPOSAL TO PROVIDE
PLAN REVIEW AND
INSPECTION
SERVICES
PLAN REVIEW AND
INSPECTION
SERVICES
CITY OF FONTANA
AUGUST 17, 2023AUGUST 17, 2023
4LEAF, INC.
424 E. VANDERBILT WAY, SUITE A
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
(909) 453-6582
TO THE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A. INTRODUCTION1 - 15
D. REFERENCES48
C. PERSONNEL25 - 47
E. AUTHORIZATION49
F. INSURANCE50
PAGE SECTION
4LEAF, INC.
B. QUALIFICATIONS16 - 24
G. PROFESSIONAL FEE51 - 52
PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES,
RFP BS-24-05-SP
SECTION A
INTRODUCTION
CITY OF FONTANA
4LEAF, INC.
TO THE
PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE
Proposal to Provide Plan Review and Inspection services to the City of Fontana, RFP BS-24-05-SP Page 1 Section A: Introduction August 17, 2023
SECTION A: INTRODUCTION
City of Fontana August 17, 2023
Purchasing Office
8353 Sierra Ave.
Fontana, CA 92335
Attn: Steve McGuffey
RE: Proposal to Provide Plan Review and Inspection Services to the City of Fontana.
Dear Mr. McGuffey,
4LEAF, Inc. (4LEAF), a California “C” Corporation, is pleased to present our proposal to provide Plan Review and Inspection Services to the City of Fontana (City). 4LEAF has been pro viding these services to approximately 400 clients throughout the count ry for more t han 22 years and i s looking forward to the opportunity of providing services to the City.
Office Locations
We work with many local municipalities providing the requested services and have a regional office in the City of San Bernardino with t he local pers onnel available to service the City’s project and staffing needs. Additionally, we are providing services to many agencies throughout Southern California and the United S tates from each of our regional offices; 4LEAF values providing localized and uniquely adjusted services to each of our clients.
San Bernardino
424 E. Vanderbilt Way, Suite A
San Bernardino, CA 92408
Pleasanton (Headquarters)
2126 Rheem Drive
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Washington
1201 Pacific Avenue, Suite 600
Tacoma, WA 98402
Newport Beach
5140 Birch Street, 2nd Floor
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Sacramento
8896 North Winding Way
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
4LEAF Consulting, LLC
125 E. Reno Ave., Suite 3
Las Vegas, NV 89119
San Diego
402 West Broadway, Suite 400
San Diego, CA 92101
Santa Cruz
701 Ocean Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
New England
132 Central St. Suite 210
Foxboro, MA
Full-Service Firm
As a full-service firm, 4LEAF can provide departmental services to aid with high project workloads that req uire additional staff assistance. We provide jurisdiction s with Plan Review, Inspection, and more. 4LEAF has the qualified staff available to serve the City with remote, on-site, part-time, or full-time project needs:
o Plan Review: 4LEAF is an industry leader in Plan Review services and has a team of Structural Engineers, Accessibility Specialists, and Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing/Fire Plans Examine rs. W e p
rovide courier services that guarantee less than 24 -hour pickup and delivery of all plan reviews performed off-site, and we also offer electronic and expedited plan review services upon request. o I
nspection: We have over 200 inspectors on staff who specialize in Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Energy, Fire, ADA, Solar, and Public Works projects. We have a track record of providing Proposal to Provide Plan Review and Inspection services to the City of Fontana, RFP BS-24-05-SP Page 2 Section A: Introduction August 17, 2023
inspectors as -needed for l ong- or short -term projects, including one day assignments to cover staff training, sick days, vacation days, or spikes in permit activity. o Code Enforcement: 4LEAF staff have the experience working with property owners and other responsible parties to bring properties and conditions into compliance. Our Code Enforcement team is skilled in using processes including issuing administrative citations to establish whether violations of law exist on a property and ensuring compliance.
Project Team
As your consul tant, we understand that our role is to be an advocate on behalf of the City of Fontana a nd represent the City ’s best interests. 4L EAF’s team will function as an ext ension of City staff, seamlessl y integrating with the personnel and practice s established by the City while adding the perspective and expertise that only 4LEAF can offer. We have carefully selected the optimal team to en sure the City receives the highest quality of services. Each member of ou r management team has a distinct set of project responsibilities, yet the flexibility to adapt to any of the City ’s current or upcoming needs. 4LEAF supporting staff are specifically chosen for their vast experience, diligent work ethic, and ability to meaningfully contribute to project goals. We provide only the most qualified and robust staff available.
Management Team
Marcus Johnson: PM/Director of SoCal Operations
C ontractual needs
Peter Lim, CBO: Inspection Services Manager
Inspection staffing
Davison Chanda: Supervising Plan Review Engineer
P lan Review staffing
Support Staff
Chris Garramone: Senior Building Inspector
Steven Raney: CBO, CASp Senior Building Inspector
Steven Martinez: Building Inspector
Jay Shih PE, CBO Plan Review Engineer
Ali Hekmat, SE, PE: Plans Check Engineer
Jerome Hoberg: Architect
Contact
Project Manager/ Director
of SoCal Operations President 4LEAF
Local Office
Marcus Johnson
Office: (909) 453-6582
Mobile: (925) 785-3315
Email: [email protected]
Kevin J. Duggan
Office: (909) 453-6582
Mobile: (925) 250-7602
Email:[email protected]
424 E. Vanderbilt, Ste. A
San Bernardino, CA 92408
Office: (909) 453-6582
Fax: (925) 462-5958
We appreciate this opportunity to present our qualificat ions. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out using the contact information above.
R
espectfully,
Ma
rcus Johnson
Project Manager / Director of Southern California Operations
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Methodology
4LEAF, Inc. (4LEAF) is one of Californ ia’s largest providers of Building Department Services . 4LEAF has more than 300 employees, most of which w ork within our Building Departme nt Servi ces Division. Our proposal is written to outline 4LEAF’s experience and skill providing these services.
4LEAF guarantees:
• Availability for phone calls or meetings to confer with applicant and/or City to review issues. • Consistent, timely turnaround of projects on schedule as agreed upon between consultant and City. • Written certification t o City at completion of each review indicating plans are approved and in compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Experienced certified building in spectors for on -call inspection support to supplement City Staff and to accommodate peak demand, or temporary staff replacement.
PLAN REVIEW SERVICES
4LEAF will provide Plan Review for any and all types of st ructures to ensure compliance with a ll adopted codes, local ordinances (including Tier 1 of Cal Green, if required) and S tate and federal laws that pertain to Building and Safety, and for compliance with the adopted In ternational Code Council (ICC) Buildin g, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, National Fire Protection codes and standards, and the Accessibility and Noise and En ergy Conservation requirements as mandated by t he State of California Title 24, State of Californ ia Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance , the St ate of California Certified Access Spe cialist (CASp) compliance, and all other applicable ordinances. We provide these services for project types including Single-Family Dwellings, large Multi- Family Mixed-Use Dwelling Units, Commercial, and Industrial.
Approach
We understand that the specific building plan review responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Examining plans, drawings, specifications, computations documents, soils reports, and additional data; • Ascertaining whether project s are in accordance with applicable building an d fire codes, and City ordinances, including but not limited to Title 24 and Title 25; • Performing such reviews as structural, MEP, green building, fire and life safety, grading and drainage; • Reviewing plans to ensure conformity to the required strengths , stresses, strains, loads, and stability as per the applicable laws;
• Reviewing plans to ensure conformi ty wi th use and occ upancy classification, general building heights a nd areas, types of construction, fire resistan ce construction and protecti on systems, means of egress, accessibility, structural design, soils and foundations; and masonry; • Providing additional plan review services as requested by the City; • Conducting all plan review at the City Department or at a site mutually agreed upon in writing and; • Supplying all plan review staff with all code books and other basic professional references.
On- and Off-Site Review
4LEAF can supply Registered Professional Engineers to the City to work on-site performing structural plan review and non-structural reviews at the jurisdiction’s discretion. Our experience includes checking for compliance with the structural, life-safety, accessibility, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire, and local codes/ordinances.
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QA/AC Review Process
Task 1 – Project Tracking Set-up
The first step of our process will be to set up the project in our system to enable 4LEAF and the City to each track the progress of the review. Our plan track ing procedures are designed to track each submittal throughout the review process and maintain accurate and comprehensive records for each submittal.
Task 2 - Complete Submittal Review
Upon receiving the plans fr om the City , 4LEAF will triage (preliminary plan review performed by 4LEAF plan review project lead) the submittal to verify t hat th e submittal received is complete (i.e., all pertinent plans, calculations, reports, an d other related documents ) in order that we can begin our review. If the submit ted package is incomplete, we will communicate with the City to discuss the deficient documents needed to proceed with our review.
Task 3 - Plan Review Assignment
After the triage process is performed and a complete package is verified, the project will be assigned to the most qualified Plans Examiner and a turnaround time will be estab lished. We will log each application into our database the same day the plans are received to assure that they are routed in a timely manner and to allow for daily project tracking.
Task 4 - Plan Review
4LEAF w ill provide the project contact (Dev eloper, C ontractor, Architect, or Engineer) desired by the City of Fontana with a lis t of any items n eeding correction and clari fication to c omply with applicable building codes, ordinances, and regulations. A correction list will be created based on the missing codes and ordinances.
Task 5 - Quality Control
Prior to submitting the plan review correction list to the City, the designated plan review project lead will review the correction list for adherence to applicable codes and ordinances as well as for accuracy and completeness.
After completion of our quality control review a correct ion list will be e-mailed to a designated s taff member at the City of Fontana or as directed by t he City. The correction list and a 4LE AF transmittal form will include the following information: a description of the work, type of construction, occupancy gr oup, s quare footage, number of floors, and sprinkler requirements.
Task 6 - Plan Review Rechecks
Plans received for rechecks will be reviewed for conformance. Our goal is to acti vely work with the designers to resolve all unresolved issues after our seco nd review. If it appears that there are complicated issu es that might cause a project to go beyon d our second review, we will communicate directly w ith the designer to res olve these concerns.
Task 7 - Project Approval
Once the final plan reviews are comple ted and ready for approval, 4LEAF will org anize the plans and supporting documents per the City of Fontana processing requirements and return them to the City, along with our letter of completion.
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Turn-Around Times
4LEAF has a tremendous reputation for co mpleting projects on -time and under budget. 4LEAF’s plan review team is widely recognized for quick turn -around times and prompt servic e. Off-site plan reviews are perform ed at our office, with plans transmitted by personal delivery or overnight service. T he standard turn-around time is within 10 business days for residential plan reviews and within 10 days for commercial/industrial plan re views; however, these timeframes are negotiable based on your needs. 4LEAF also provides Fire Plan Review services.
Type of
Plans
Transportation Initial
Review
Resubmittal
Review
Resubmittal
Review #2
Expedited
Review
Expedited
Resubmittal
*Residential < 24 Hours (pick
up & delivery) < 10 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 3 Days **Multi-
Family
< 24 Hours (pick
up & delivery) < 10 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 3 Days Commercial < 24 Hours (pick
up & delivery) < 10 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 3 Days ***Large
Commercial
> 15,000 s.f.
< 24 Hours (pick
up & delivery) Negotiable Negotiable Negotiable Negotiable Negotiable
*Larger complex plan reviews can be negotiated to achieve the best possible pricing. 4LEAF has a proven track record of working with municipalities to provide expedited reviews with special discounted pricing.
Pick-up of all plans will be perfo rmed by 4LEAF staff within 24 hours of the City’s phone call or e -mail. 4LEAF prefers to pic k-up and deliver the plans in person t o communicate information t hat may b e pertinent to th e project and maintain consistent communication. At no additional cost, 4LEAF staff will transport the plans to and from the City upon a phone call to the 4LEAF office or simply e-mail [email protected].
4LEAF’s EZPlan Review
EZPlan Review is our in-house tracking software that
acts as a communication tool between 4LEAF and
the jurisdictions we work with. The use of EZPlan
makes communication easy. Th is web portal allows
users visualize project due dates, notes, and status
updates so that projects can be followed from s tart
to finish. Additionally, 4LEAF pro vides electronically stamped and uploaded copies of approved project
plans, a value which saves cl ients time and
resources. With the use of E ZPlan, 4 LEAF hopes to
provide a level of ease and transparency during the
off-site plan review process.
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Document Control
When plans and documents are received for review, 4LEAF’s Plan Review Manager and Docum ent Control Technician analyze the p roject, creates a job number, and completes a Job Setup Sheet. This form highlights b oth the jurisdiction, applicable contact information, and all project specific design criteria an d notes. Jobs are then transmitted thr ough 4LE AF’s easily accessed EZPlan Review Po rtal which tracks initial and subsequent reviews and is open for view by the client. The City and their customers can view 4LEAF’s plan review control log through 4LEAF’s EZPlan Review Portal.
Plans then get d istributed for review to a 4LEAF tea m consisting of Plan Review Engineers, Architect (a licensed state professional) and/ or an ICC Certified Plans Examiner, as appl icable. Our s taff then performs his or her function of analyzing the plans and documentation f or effective conformance to the state codes , referenced construction standards, and City amendments. 4LEAF’s code review methodology is “The Effective Us e of the Codes” reinforced through proprietary and jurisdiction al checklists. When complete, the Plan Review Manager overviews the projec t for qua lity con trol purposes and forwards comments or approvals to the client’s pre - designated contacts.
Off-Site Electronic Plan Review
Digital plan review allows 4LEAF the ability to review, markup and transport p lans of any size electronically. We strongly encourage this service for our clients. This process delivers a high degree of cost effectiveness, time effici ency and a “green” and environmentally friendly system. Through our strong focus on utilizing this di gital capability, we offer full acce ss to all 4LEAF engineers and plans examiners company -wide, from any of our office lo cations. A protected online portal will be established to allow property owners, contractors, dev elopers, businesses, designers, and st akeholders to submit plans electronically for review. Access to the online portal will be given to City staff for immediate access to information regarding project status during the review process.
4LEAF has successfully implemented and used Bluebeam fo r electronic review of files to help eliminate the use of paper and take the plan review workflow to a whole new level. 4 LEAF’s offices are equipped with large scale monitors for easy review of plans. Bluebeam Revu co mbines powerful PDF editing, markup, a nd collaboration technology with rel iable file creation. Bluebeam integrates flawlessly with our Green Line approach for electronic and timely turnarounds resulting in permit issuance within 5-7 business days.
Additional Technologies
Having served more than 400 jurisdictions, 4LEAF and our staff are knowledgeable and have experience working with a variety of different technologies for Electronic Plan Review, Permit Tracking, and Building Inspections. 4LEAF’s experience with tracking technologies includes, but is not limited to:
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INSPECTION SERVICES
4LEAF ha s a team of more than 200 ICC Certified Building Inspectors, OSHPD/D SA In spectors of Record, Fire Personnel, an d Constructio n Inspectors working on various contracts . 4LEAF has a team committed to work throughout California who will remain for the du ration of projects to ensure we capture the goals and performance that have made our inspection system successful.
We
maintain the largest database of qualified inspectors of varied qualifications. Inspectors vary from current full-time inspection staff, idle s taff (temporarily between assignments), and pre -qualified staff whic h include inspectors who are available subj ect to client demand. 4LEAF’s inspectors are all ICC Certified and experienced working withi n a muni cipal work environment. 4LEAF will prov ide inspectors with all the necessary tools, equipment, and current code books sufficient to facilitate all required inspections. 4LEAF can provide interim or full-time in spectors same -day or within one busine ss day—simply call, email, or text our assign ed Project Manager for an immediate response. Our on-call database is utilized for all our clients for as-needed requests.
Periodic Inspection Services Available Next Day 4 LEAF can fulfill inspection requests immediately upon request including same day. 4LEAF has a wealth of local and available inspectors read y to serve the City. In addition, 4LEAF ha s a proven track record of providing such services to a number of different building departments.
Part-Time Inspection Services Available Next Day
4LEAF will provide the City with part-time inspectors upon request. 4LEAF can provide part -time staff within 24 hours of request for any duration of time. 4LEA F’s Project Manager will work closely with the department to identify the right personnel and determine the appropriate work schedule.
Full-Time Inspection Services Available Next Day 4LEAF can provi de full- time inspectors upon request. 4LE AF provides this service regularly to many cli ents throughout Northern Cal ifornia, Southern California, the Central Valley, Central Coast, Sacramento Valley, Peninsula/South Bay, East Bay, and North Bay.
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Project Specific Inspection Services Available Two Days or Less 4LEAF is often tasked with providing inspection services to l arge projects on behalf of municipalities. 4LEAF currently handles large-scale projects for such clients as the County of Los Angeles, County of San Mateo, County of San Louis Obispo, etc. These projects are developer funded into a separate account which is distributed to 4LEAF using a sepa rate invoice and contract number. This is particularly helpful to fast paced projects looking for continuous inspection services over a short period of time (i.e. 6 - 36 Months). Giovanni
GOFORMZ
4LEAF will impleme nt the Go Formz software for inspection requests . With licenses owned by the City, 4LEAF’s Administration team will prepare inspection request s a nd inspection results documenting cons truction activity. In addition, 4LEAF will be able to extract information and provide detailed monthly reports detailing the construction activity. The reports will be detailed to identify contractors, subcontractors, work progress, pictures, and a detailed explanation of the field activities.
G
oFormz allows every piece of inf ormation collected on a project to be accessibl e by all staff as every form is stored securely and safely in the Cloud. The information can be accessed through a user’s web account where they can view any inspection report and run reports on project data. The information can be accessed through a user’s web account where they can view any inspection report and run reports on project data.
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he inspector will be able to leave detailed notes under the inspections and observations b ox and instantaneously attach pictures to the report to show the item insp ected. The inspector will also be able to sign the report by hand on the iPad through the mobile signature block and pictures taken fr om the iPad are stored on the inspection document.
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CODE ENFORCEMENT SERVICES
Our Code Enforcement pe rsonnel are certified through the International Code Council, CACEO , and various training programs offered through accredited institutions . In addition, most of our personnel holds a PC832, ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector, and/or CACEO certification.
4LEAF staff have the experience in working with property owners and other responsible parties to bring prop erties and/or conditi ons into compli ance with applicable b odies of law. Our tea m will be a ble to determin e wh en voluntary compliance is not forth coming from pr operty owners or responsible parties. 4LEAF staff has experience in investig ative p ractices that aid in substantiating t he validity of a complaint on a property and in turn addressing verified violations through proper due process noticing.
4LEAF Code Enforcement Officers have experience in writing criminal citations and in working with legal counsel to assist in the s uccessful pros ecution of Code Enforcement case s eith er in criminal or civil court when necessary. We focus on nearly every area of Code Enforcement including , but not limited to , the fol lowing categories detailed below.
Blight Enforcement
Our team works to i dentify and enforce state and local laws pertaining to the maintenance of private property.
Through field contact with tenants and property owners, our team work s efficiently in providing guidance to address blighted conditions such as overgrown weeds, trash, debris, and graffiti.
Business License Enforcement
4LEAF is trained to identify businesses that operate without a required bu siness license, making them non - compliant with municipal code requirements.
Classroom Training with CEUs
You ca n often find members of 4LEAF training nationally for organizations such as the International Code Council (ICC), American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE), California Association of Code Enforcement Of ficers (CACEO), and other nationally recognized affiliations of these c hapters. 4LEAF’s train ing leads include Cecilia Muela, Pete Roque, Nick H enderson, CBO, and Anthony Mullins. Our instructors are national ly accredited and offer Cont inuing Education Credits (CEUs).
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Our trainers currently cover topics such as:
o 10 Most Common Complaints
o Accessible Parking
o ADU Legislation
o Agency Promotion Community Relations
o Banner and Sign Enforcement
o Basic Ethics
o Basic Ethics and Inspections
o Basic Ethics, Authority, and Inspections
o Basic Inspection Protocol
o Basic Report Writing
o Basic Residential Construction
o Blueprint Reading
o Building And Safety Presentation
o Building Blocks for Code Enforcement
Officer Success
o Building Code
o Building Inspections and Code Enforcement
– A Powerful Duo
o Case Documentation
o Case Management from Start to Finish
o Code Enforcement 101
o Code Enforcement Culture
o Courtroom Testimony and Demeanor
o Dealing With Difficult People
o Effective Communications – Bridging the
Gap with External and Internal Customers
o Ensuring Short-Term Rental Reg.
Compliance
o Essentials for Short-Term Rental
Enforcement
o Establishing Code Enforcement Culture
o Ethics
o Hoarding
o Individual Awareness and Preparation
o Inspection Protocol
o Interior Inspections
o Intermediate Communications
o Interview And Interrogation
o Interview And Report Writing
o Investigative Report Writing
o IPMC 2021 or 2018 Exam Prep
o IPMC 2021 Overview
o Landlord Tenant Disputes
o Legal Aspects
o Marketing Your Code Enforcement
o Mobile Vending
o Mold, Lead, Asbestos, & Vectors
Enforcement
o Multi-Agency Task Forces
o Officer Safety – Drug Awareness for the
Code Enforcement Officer
o Officer Safety – Encountering Mental Illness
in the field of Code Enforcement (Self-Care)
o Officer Safety – Field Inspection Protocols
for the Code Enforcement Officer
o Officer Safety – Gang Awareness for the
Code Enforcement Officer
o Officer Safety – Hazardous Building Safety
for the Code Enforcement Officer
o Planning And Zoning Basics
o Property Maintenance
o Public Nuisance Abatement
o Public Outreach Changing Public Perception
o Rental Property
o Report Writing Revised
o Right Of Entry and Inspection Warrants
o RRP Code Enforcement
o Safe And Proper Procedures on Contacts
o Simplifying Your Presentation
o Spanish Communication
o Substandard Housing
o Task Forces
o Teamwork And Task Forces
o Topics
o Vector Control
o Vehicle Abatement
o Vendor Enforcement
o West Nile Virus
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Community Outreach
4LEAF will review current outreach and engagement initiatives and make appro priate recommendations to the City. Items typically reviewed include:
o Opportunities for involvement in community events
o Creation of pamphlets and marketing material
o Social media engagement
o News media outlets
o Municipal Code Enforcement web page
o Review of frequently asked questions
Department Assessments
4LEAF is working with many Community Development Departments to provide assessments of their code units reviewing closely staffing levels, Standard Operating P rocedures (including branding/rebranding, target issues, prioritization of existing Code Enforcement cases, community enga gement strategies, written materials such as compliance notices, postings and door hangers, data entry, inspection response time management, and training programs. Additionally, 4LEAF provides in-house assessments and regular meetings with directors and municipal stakeholders for plan implementation and execution.
Hearing Officers
4LEAF ha s He aring Officers available for contracted municipalities. Our s easoned officers are trained to understand t he existing Municipal Code as well as other adopted codes and make a knowledgeable determination regarding the validity of a violation. Resu lts may i nclude the issuance of fines o r granting additional time for compliance for respondents with unusual hardships.
Inspections
4LEAF can provide certified and qualified s taff to perform inspections in a lawful manner that respects the re asonable exp ectations of priva cy and security of residents and their properties. I nspections c onducted will determine if conditions on t he properties are compliant with applicable sections of the current editions of the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), Municipal Code , Zoning Code, California Health and Safety Codes, Uniform Housing Code, Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Bu ilding, CA Residential Code, CA B uilding Code , and trade codes. Up on assignment, 4LEAF’s Code En forcement staff w ill be ready to r espond and provide compliance solutions to code cases, new and existing, with minimal impact to current processes.
4LEAF Code Enforcement Inspectors are qualified to do the following:
o Perform inspections for violations of Building Codes and Ordinances as adopted by the municipality. o Research properties for prior approvals, permits, and general information relating to violations. o Investigate and take necessary action when a violation of municipal codes exists o Consult with the City Council as required, when requested by the Code Enforcemen t Manager/Director, and when escalated enforcement may be required.
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o Comply with the City’s procedures for reporting inspection results and deficiencies. o Use City inspection correction forms.
o Complete necessary digital entries that capture site inspection results, case status communications and any documentation of notices provided to responsible parties and stakeholders. o Conduct follow-up inspections as needed.
o Notify the responsible parties of other agency approvals prior to closing a Code Enforcement action. o Maintain records as needed for the efficient and effective operation of the City. o Meet with members of the general public and municipal staff on a daily basis as needed.
Lead Abatement
Although lead-based legislation has been around since the 1950s, nationwide regulation was not enforced until 1971 with the introduced of the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning P revention Act (LBPPPA), which prohi bited the use of lea d- based paint in residenti al structures constructed or rehabilitated by the Federal government or with Federal assistance. In 1973, an amendment to the LBPPPA stated that lead -based paint s hould be rem oved from pre-1950 housing and stru ctures. Our Code Enf orcement team f ollows the requirements set forth by the State of California to ensure proper lead safe practices are taking place in removal of lead-based paint to protect citizens from exposure.
Additionally, our team participated at the National Healthy Homes Conference in 2022 in Baltimore, MD, where we spoke on the impor tance of Code Enforc ement for Lead Paint Abatement Programs to safegu ard communities.
Massage Parlor Enforcement
This scope can o ften be utilized for undercover st ings with partne ring agencies for b usinesses that n ot only violate criminal laws but also building code v iolations, licensing requirements, and potential massage parlor ordinances in the City . Early detection is vit al in these cases and steps include backgro und checks and other reasonable means of identification and clearances. Our team has championed programs specializing in identifying and mitigating illegal actions in massage parlors.
Parking Enforcement
4LEAF has the capabilities of providing parking enforcement. This includes:
o Enforcement of state and municipal parking regulations. o Removal of abandoned and nuisance vehicles from the public right-of-way. o Issuance of parking citations and review of contested citations.
Policy Review
4LEAF shall review and read current policies and procedures and define policy clearly to set the tone for your municipality’s Code Enforcement Program. A clear policy communicates defined expectations to sta keholders whether it’s how they handle complaints, how Code Enforcement Officers conduct compliance reviews, or any
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other aspect that the mu nicipality needs to have communicated and consistently followed. 4LEAF will develop a well-defined user-friendly format.
Program Analysis
4LEAF understands tha t C ode E nforcement is an essential part of a c ommunity’s p ublic health and s afety, providing a regulatory mechanism to ensure the public ’s overall wellbeing . Addressing the co mmunity’s concerns in a timely and efficient manner is paramount to a successful Code Enforcement Program. 4 LEAF personnel will perform the following:
o Conduct investigative inspections of unpermitted activities. o Create standard operating procedures, if required.
o Conduct review of all administrative/misdemeanor citations. o Provide guidance for resolution of high case load along commercial corridors. o Assist with complex code enforcement cases.
o Provide guidance for resolution of existing cases.
o Provide in-house and/or field training of traditional Code Enforcement protocols. o Create an outreach plan to address and deter unpermitted vending/commercial corridor violations.
Program Development
4LEAF project managers have the experience in working collaboratively with clients to further develop and enhance their Code Enforcement Program when reque sted. Our project m anagers are currently workin g with local jurisdictions to revise and strengthen Code Enforcement Programs to gain voluntary compliance, provide resident education, and effec tively communicate wit h the public. 4LEAF staff takes an approac h in recommending, implementing, and executi ng program assessme nts, c reation of polic ies and pr ocedures, creation of training manuals for new hires, providing educational materials for the public, providing staff with up-to-date training, teaching current Co de Enforcement staff options for compliance using adopted ordinances, and providing recommendations to cases that may require specialized expertise that may be sensitive in nature. 4LEAF st aff also has designate d staff tracking recent legislation to ens ure the muni cipality fo llows state regulations and clients are aware of upcoming legislation that may affect their Code Enforcement Program.
Project-Specific Assignments
Our Code Enforcement Directors are often brought on board by municipalities to prov ide consulting for long- standing cases that need a fresh set of ey es and assessment. The Code Enforcement team at 4LEAF will lend their considerable expertise in bringing those difficult cases into compliance. We will review your most challenging cases, assess the work done to d ate, confer with the Municipal Code and yo ur department's Standard Operating Procedures. Once our analysis is complete, 4LEAF will provide you with a detailed report of our findings and specific, step-by-step strategies to get those cases off the active roster. 4LEAF personnel will be available to speak with stakeholders such as D epartment Heads, Council, and othe r elected officials. If necessary, we can also provide Expert Witness Testimony.
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Rental Housing Enforcement
Our tea m will assist with the ins pection of residential rental properties on a routine and compr ehensive basis to assure the overall quality of the unit meets the requirements of the Health an d Safety Code and pr operty maintenance guidelines. This includes educ ating property owners, prope rty managers, and tenants about those requirements.
Review and Develop SOPs
4LEAF routinely works with Code Enforcement Divisions to review the current Stan dard Operating Pr ocedures and provide suggestions for enhancing SOPs. Our staff can also help impl ement and train the existing municipal personnel in these changes. Cur rently, we are providing these services for California municipalities such as the cities of Napa, Lathrop, and Artesia.
Staff Augmentation
4LEAF specializes in providing personnel to municipalities on a part-time or full-time basis. At your request, our staff arrives at your door with training opportunities, study materials, company phones, and energy- saving fleet vehicles. 4LEAF’s Code Enforcement Staff Augmentation personnel categories include:
o Department Director
o Department Manager
o Code Enforcement Manager and Training Officer
o Senior Code Enforcement Officer
o Code Enforcement Officer I & II
o Code Enforcement Coordinator/Technician
o Hearing Officer
Short-Term Rental Programs
One of the fastest growing programs within Code Enforcement Divisions is short-term rentals. 4LEAF assists with compliance with municipal short-term rental ordinances that require property owners to adhere to several rules including limiting the number of daytime and o vernight guests, prohi biting events and amp lified sound, and posting specific rules and emergency information, among others.
Stormwater Enforcement
4LEAF provides Storm water Enforcement. This includes the visual inspection of infrastructure dedicated to the management of rainwater. Violations would include having inadequate erosion/sediment controls for property, failing to conduct/document inspections, illegal dumping, overgrowth of vegetation, and flooding.
Substandard Housing
One of the major areas of code enforcement thro ughout t he U.S. is th e inspection of Substandard Housing. 4LEAF Code Enforcement Officers routinely inspect and report any v iolations to housing codes including substandard and uninhabitable conditions, un-permitted construction, un lawfully created units
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or spaces, inadequate or non -existent heating, accumulated trash and debris, lack of utilities, property maintenance, mold, and rodent/insect infestations.
Tobacco Enforcement
These programs ensure that retailers are properly licen sed/permitted for the sale of tobacco and such establishments are posting proper notification such as STAKE Act stickers at each point of sale. In addition, we can assist in compliance with work-place smoking and vaping prohibitions.
Field Staff Training
Aside from the classroom training, 4LEAF perso nnel are also available to conduct field train ing. This includes ride-alongs with municipal personnel. This hands-on approach is often ef fective for training in communication, technical training, and enforcement of municipal codes.
Vendor Enforcement
4LEAF personnel ar e trained to enf orce State an d Local laws regarding unpermitted vending activity, issue Administrative Ci tations to vendors , generate inspection reports, testify at hearings, and provide strateg ic planning fo r large scal e vending activities associated with enter tainment venues. Specifically, 4LEAF staff are trained in enforcement of unpermitted vending ordinances on municipality -owned or controlled property such a s parks, public rights of way (sid ewalks) and areas outside the permitted vending spaces.
Zoning
It is imperative that approved Zoning Plans result in development and construction that is fully aligned with such approved Plans. 4LEAF staff will work with Departments to verify such alignment. Examples include:
o Construction of a building that is not allowed in a particular zoning designation. o Building a structure (or an addition to a structure) that is too tall or that obstructs another person’s view or access to light/air space.
o Conducting various operations i n non-designated ar eas, including manufacturing, packaging, selling, growing, labeling, and other business/industrial activities. o Living in spaces that are not designated as residential areas. o Creating amounts of pollution or noise that exceed local limits. o Adherence to set back and lot coverage requirements.
PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES,
RFP BS-24-05-SP
SECTION B
QUALIFICATIONS
CITY OF FONTANA
4LEAF, INC.
TO THE
PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE
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SECTION B: QUALIFICATIONS
Firm History
4LEAF, Inc. (4LEAF) is a California “C” Corporation that was established in 1999 and incorporated in 2001. Our extensive team of engineers and managers are fully equipped with training and experience to provide comple te services including code enforcement, plan check, CASp, inspection, permit technician assistance, professional development training, and other related professional and technical services to the City’s Code Compliance Department. Our goal is to set the industry standard for excellent customer service, and we have grown to more than 400 personnel throughout California, Washington, Nevada, and New England, and we are able to serve any full-time or part-time need the City may have, regardless of scope and duration. 4 LEAF strives to be the best fi rm by providing our clients with outstanding customer service and first -rate services. We put our philosophy into action by building client relationships and prioritizing the needs of our clients—this has led us to be come an industry leade r in providing Building & Fire Life Safety Services to both public and private clients. We have worked with municipal departments in the construction, rehabilitation, and repair of public and private buildings and have partnered with design review and pres ervation boards t o determine building improvement criteria and associated project requirements.
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e have a depth of experience in working with all types of building structures and have performed Inspection and Plan Review services on more than $50 billion dollars in construction throughout the past 22 years. We have been aggressively expanding our Code Enforcement and Planning Divisions in recent years and have doubled our team of professionals in these areas to further strengthen our project endeavors.
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e have provided plan review and inspection services for thousands of residential projects, tenant improvements, and complex commercial projects including marijuana facilities office campuses, parking garages, hotels/resorts, trans portation facilities, city/county -owned buildings, universities, hospitals, sports arenas, infrastructure, essential service facilities, solar projects, and laboratories. In addition, our team has performed inspections and plan reviews for public and priva te b uilding struc tures for compliance with life -safety and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility requirements.
Firm Management Team
Director of Fire Services: Michael Renner, CBO
Phone: (925) 785-3581
Email: [email protected]
Director of Development Services: Craig Tole
Phone (925) 580-4055
Email: [email protected]
Director of SoCal Operations: Marcus
Johnson Phone: (925) 785-3315
Email: [email protected]
Director of Code Enforcement: Pete Roque
Phone: (949) 230-4968
Email: [email protected]
Director of Planning: Daniel Hortert
Phone: (925) 999-6184
Email: [email protected]
Director of Engineering Services: Joe Nicholas
Phone: (916) 200-9959
Email: [email protected]
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Project Team
For information regarding the individual qualifications, experience, and certifications of the proposed team, please see the attached resumes in Section C: Personnel.
Snapshot of Professionals
Title # of Staff Title # of Staff
ICC Certified Plans Examiners 40+ ICC Certified Inspectors & IORs 200+ ICC Certified Building Officials 40+ Registered Architects 5 Registered Engineers (PE, SE) 20+ ICC Permit Technicians 60+ OSHPD 3 CASp 7
Construction Managers/Inspectors 40+ Fire Plans Examiners & Inspectors 30+ Code Enforcement Staff (PC832) 65+ Master Code Professional 1 Mixed-Use Experience
4LEAF is uniquely qualified to work on mixed -use projects of any size. Our team completed the Plan Review and Project Insp ections for the entire $2.6 billion Wynn Casino project on behalf of the City of Everett, MA where we comprised a team of Building Inspectors, Plans Examiners, and Permittin g Specialists.
4 LEAF also provi ded the Plan Review and Inspection services for the $6 billion Apple Campus 2 Corp orate Headquarters in the City of Cupertino, CA, Tiverton Casino Development located in the Town of Tiverton, RI and the South of Tioga project located in the City of Sand City, CA.
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e have the resources to deploy staff t o any state and as you can see in the limited examples listed ab ove, we have provided services all over the country. Our team is well -equipped and qualified to perform services for any project and in any location. By choosing 4LEAF, you are choosing a comp any that prides itself on quality work, top-notch customer service, experienced staff, and a multitude of project experience. Please review our scope of services and project examples in the sections that follow to gain more understanding about our firm and how we can help achieve the City’s project goals.
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Snapshot of Services
Building/Code Enforcement Fire Permitting
• Leed Accredited Professionals
• Inspectors of Record
• Program Analysis & Studies
• Correcting Code Deficiencies
• Investigating Complaints
• Violation Issuance
• Jurisdictional Inspectors
• ICC-certified Plan Reviewers
• Certified Accessibility Specialists
• ICC-certified Building Officials
• Complete Building Dept. Services
• On- and Off-Site Plan Review
• Property Condition Surveys
• Industrial, Energy, & Solar Plan
Review and Inspections
• Compliance for Site Access Reqs.
• Compliance for Fire Flow Reqs.
• Review of Fire Prevention,
Suppression, and Detection Systems
• Code Compliance for Sprinkler,
Standpipe, Alarm, Notification
Systems, and Fire Pump
• Hazardous Occupancies, High Piled
Storage, and Smoke Control Systems
• Review of Alternate Means
• Review of Methods Requests
• Annual Business Inspections
• Complete Fire Prevention Services
• Fire Alarm/Sprinkler Inspections
• Hazardous Materials Inspections
• Solar Permitting
• Intake of plans
• Routing for plan review
• Assignment management
• Hosting page turn sessions
• Virtual permit technician services
• Prepare approval packages
• Inspection scheduling
• Program management
• Application Processing
• Developing Submittal Forms
• Property Research
• Public interface
• Special events permits
• Over-the-counter reviews
We have a proven track record of reviewing and inspecting projects of all sizes and complexities including:
• Type B Commercial Construction • Refinery Facilities • Laboratories • City/County-Owned Facilities • Site Work • Power & Energy • Large Campuses • Waterfront • Marijuana Facilities
• Fire Recovery Services • Multi-Family Projects • Military Projects • Stadiums/Arenas • Healthcare Facilities • Essential Service Facilities • Commercial Office Parks • Transportation Facilities • Detention Facilities
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Recent Related Experience
City of Rialto
Fire & Building Plan Review, Inspection, Permit Technician, Code Enforcement and Fire Prevention 4LE
AF is currently providing On-Call Building and Fire Plan Check, Inspection, and related services, and has recently added Fire Prevention Serv ices to our scope of work we are providing to the City. We are prov iding on- and off-site plan review for all building codes, including fire code plan checks, architectural, structural, plumbing, mechanical and electrical plan check. 4LEAF currently staffs six positions including three Permit Technicians, two Inspectors, and one part-time Plans Examiner and ensures that all project deadlines are delivered as per the City’s contract.
Services include:
• Checking for compliance with all applicable codes adopted by the City, including, but not limited to Cal ifornia Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical Codes, Uniform Solar Energy Code, and any applicable adopted local
amendments, State of California codes or regulations.
• Confirming building use, occupancy, and type of
construction, and reviewing construction of buildi ngs and structures to determine satisfaction of safety requirements.
• Coordinating building permit requirements and interface with City Departments and other agencies, including but not l imited to the Public Works Department, Planning Divisio n, the Rialto F ire Department and County of San Bernardino as needed.
• Enforcing conditions of approval associated with discretionary permits regarding building and safety regulations, as adopted by the City.
• Providing special inspections by qualified inspe ctors and conduct investigations as directed by the City, including field and office research and the preparation of letters and/or documents. • Preparing inspection l ogs, notice of violations and other documents of building and safety code violation cases for submittal to the City Attorney’s off ice when prosecution action is necessary to obtain compliance with the above codes and regulations. • Receiving, processing, and i ssuing building permits and coordinate the plan check and i nspection process, including the tracking, routing and storage of building plans and the filing of building permit applications. Input information into the City’s computer tracking system.
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County of Los Angeles
Building Inspection and On-Call Permit Technician Services
4LEAF provides Los Angeles County (County), within 48 hours of notification, qualified personnel for on-call building and safety inspection, permit technician, and related services.
4LEAF provides th e Cou nty with inspection services that consist of combination building inspection services, code enforcement/property rehabilitation services, and business license clearances. Combination building inspection services provided during the construction phase of various private and County imp rovement project s. Code enforcement/property rehabilitation services will be performe d through inspection of properties, filing notices and complaints against violators of County building laws, documenting, and preparing violati on cases for the District At torney’s office and/or County Counsel, testifying in court , and public nuisance abatement utilizing specified County procedures and policies. Business license clearances will be conducted on an on -call basis. Personnel may be required to inspect and report to sites locate d throughout Los A ngeles County. Personnel will also be expected to review electronic/digital plans and documents as directed by the County.
4LEAF provides all labor, materials, transportation, and equipment nec essary for personnel to perform these services throughout Los Angeles County. Equipment includes, but is not limited to: business cards, email - enabled smart phones or equivalent, digital cameras, and electronic portable devices such as notebook computers, tablets, or any other additional devices as determined by the County. The equipment sh all be of a type acceptable by the County. Materials shall include, but are not limited to, all nece ssary code books and reference materials.
Staff Requested by the County Includes
• Permit Technican
• Building Inspector
• Building Inspector + CASp
• Building Inspector (prevailing wages)
• Senior Building Inspector
• Senior Building Inspector + CASp
• Senior Building Inspector (prevailing wages)
• Property Rehabilitation / Code Enforcement Inspector
• Document Control Specialist
• Mainframe Programmer
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City of Indian Wells
Building Plan Review, Building Inspection Permit Services 4LEAF provides the City of Indian Wells third party plan check services, including electronic pla n review, for the City’s Building and Safety Division in the Commun ity Development Department. 4LEAF works with the Bu ilding Official and staff to review plans and documents for code compliance.
4 LEAF provides highly qualified plan check professionals w ho work under the supervision of an ICC Certified Plans Examiner or Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) to provide e fficient, accurate and timely plan checks services with sufficient staffing to meet the City’s needs. All 4LEAF staff have previous experience working for municipalities and have experien ce successfully managing multiple tasks, assignments, and responsibilities. 4 LEAF performs review of structural, life safety, accessibility, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, energy compliance, and building code standards to ensure compliance with the adopted model codes as amended and municipal codes of the City of Indian Wells. All changes/corrections are identified, documented, and addressed prior to approval. Approved plans are stamped and signed as approved once they meet all requirements.
Services include:
• Provide highly qualified plan check professionals who will work under the supervision of an ICC Certified Plans Examiner or Licensed Professional Engineer.
• Provide efficient, accurate, and timely plan check services with sufficient staff to meet the City’s needs. • Provide staff with previous experience working for cities, be customer -service oriented, and have experience successfully managing multiple tasks, assignments, and responsibilities. • Have the capability to conduct electronic plan review. • Commercial and res idential building plan c hecks will be performed by 4LEAF, as well as all plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and related plans submitted to the City by private developers or other applicable government agencies for construction and reconstruction projects. • Check plans for compliance with California Building Codes and all applicable codes and statues. • All changes/corrections will be identified, documented, and addressed prior to approval. • Stamp and sign approved plans once they meet all requirements.
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City of Victorville
Fire Plan Review and Building Inspection Services
4LEAF is currently administering a complete Fire Prevention Bureau. We are providing on - and off-site plan review, annual, sprinkler, OSHPD, alarm, and state mandated in spections. 4LEAF presently staffs five positions including Fire Inspectors and a Fire Marshal and ensures that all project deadlines are delivered as per the City’s contract.
Scopes of work include but are not limited to:
• Provide a California certified Fire Marshal to perform fire investigations, public e ducation and other Community Risk Reduction (CRR) programs.
• Provide a minimum of one (1) California certified Fire Prevention Officer at t he City during regular business hours to meet with the public, review fire plans and conduct fire inspections. • Plan review for compliance with the California Fire Code, as amended and adopted by the State of California (Title 24, Part 9 of the California Fire Code) and the City of Victorville requirements. • Plan review for compliance with the National Fire Codes as published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), as adopted and referenced by the State of California (Title 24, Part 2 of the California Building Code; Title 24, Part 9 of the California Fire Code) and the City of Victo rville requirements.
• Plan review for compliance with applicable provisions relating to fire alarm systems of the National Electrical Code as published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), as adopted and amended by the State of California (Title 24, Part 3 of the California Electrical Code.) • Inspections of all new structures and modifications to existing structures for compliance with all State and Local requirements as prescribed by the California Building Code; California Fire Code; and City of Victorville requirements.
• Inspections of fixed fire suppression systems to confirm installation complies with the approved plans; State requirements; local requirements and manufacturer’s specifications. • Inspections of fire sprinkler systems to confirm installation complie s with the approved plans; State requirements; local requirements and manufacturer’s specifications. • Inspections of fire alarm systems to confirm installation complies with the approved plans; Stat e requirements; local requirements and manufacturer’s specifications. • Support office staff and provide counter service, respond to questions, return phone calls and emails, input correction notic es an d case -related comments into the City’s perm itting soft ware sy stem (EnerGov); file and/or scan documents following field inspections.
4LEAF continually communicates with the City and as a 24/7 operation, there is always someone available to address questions, needs, or provide staff with a quick turnaround.
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City of Hemet
Plan Review, Inspection, and Permit Technician Services 4LEAF provided plan review, field inspection, and permit technician services on an on -call basis during peak workloads or fro m an unforeseen absence of City personnel to the City of Hemet’s Department of Buildin g and Safety. 4LEAF perform ed a review of submittal documents (plans, specifications, engineering calculations, soils, investigation reports, etc.) to assess compliance w ith the regulations contai ned in the various building code applicable to City facilities by policy and law. For e ach plan check review 4LEAF developed a comprehensive “Building Code Plan Check Report” of items found at variance with applicable codes. This report was presented in letter and electronic formats.
Services included:
• Providing electronic plan review, field inspection, and permit technician services on an on -call basis during peak workloads or from an unforeseen absence of City personnel. • Performing plan check and inspec tion services in a diligent and professional manner in accordance with standard practice for such services.
• Performing plan check and inspection services at the Plan Checker’s own office, at project sites, or in the City of Hemet offices as needed.
• Performing an independe nt evaluation of the applicant’s estimate of value of construction project and immediately informing the Building Official or designee if there was a discrepancy between the applicant’s estimate and the City’s or industry standards and practices. • Interfacing with permits applicants or their representatives to clarify plan check comments as required. • Signing all approved plans as the “plans examiner of record” in accordance with standard Building Department practice.
• Meeting with City representatives and/ or permit applicants or their representati ves to review requirements of governing codes for projects in preliminary design or working drawing stages. • Performing qualified building, combination, and other trade inspections on an as n eeded, assigned, or regular basis on residential, commercial, and industrial projects and performing permit counter work. • Entering plan check comments and inspection results into the City’s permitting software system. • Providing all vehicles, fuel, maintenance, and other equipment. • Providing fixture counts on a City of Hemet provided form for all electrical, mechanical, and plumbing fixtures and advising the City if subsequent plan reviews would substantially increase the fixture count. • Pick-up and delivery of plans from the City of Hemet offices on all business days the 8 City operates, not at an expense to the City of Hemet.
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County of San Mateo, CA
Program Management, Code Enforcement, Inspection, and Plan Review Services
4LEAF was selected to provide Program Management, Code Enforcement, Inspection, and Plan Review Services for County of San Mateo residents who have completed work without going through a formal permitting process. In July 2018, 4LEAF was awarded the contract for San Mateo County’s Second-Unit Amnesty Program.
In a collaborative effort to balance safety with California’s desperate need for additional housing, the County implemented the Amnesty Program, along with a financial loan program, to promote the legalization of unpermitted second units, bringing them up to the current codes to avoid life-safety construction hazards. Steps of the program include but are not limited to:
1. Performing the initial inspection and determining the required scope of work along with estimating the cost to legalize an d submitting the findings to the applicant and County.
2. Determining if client wishes to proceed with the Amnesty Program based on findings of the inspection report and estimated cost conformance.
3. Providing a minimum of two contractor estimates from licensed contractors.
4. County sends 4LEAF the completed application, submitted plans, agreement of timeline, and scope of work.
5. Uploading the submitted plans and documents into 4LEAF’s EZPlan Review and performing the plan review with a maximum 5-day turnaround.
6. Performing the requisite inspections after permit is issued from the County. Coordinating each inspection with the contractor and the applicant through 4LEAF’s Program Manager.
7. Monitoring the progress throughout the project and provides the Program Manager with updates, correction notices, and approvals. This information is uploaded and tracked in EZPlan Review portal.
8. Upon completion of the work, 4LEAF sends a letter of recommendation to the County stating an Amnesty Compliance Certificate be issued to the Applicant.
4LEAF and the County work together to maintain a database of cases and track permitting progress on properties that need inspections to verify if the property meets current residential health and safety codes and the current adopted California Building Codes.
PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES,
RFP BS-24-05-SP
SECTION C
PERSONNEL
CITY OF FONTANA
4LEAF, INC.
TO THE
PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE
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SECTION C: PERSONNEL
Management Team
Marcus Johnson – Local Principal & Director of SoCal Operations Marcus is re sponsible for day -to-day c ontact w ith m any o f 4LEAF’s Bu ilding & Safety, Engineering, an d C onstruction Management contracts. He m anages many o f our clients and is responsible for recruiting, qualifying, and placing staff throughout the organization.
His exp erience encompasses th e more compl ex p lan re view an d fie ld in spections of building c onstruction, p lumbing, m echanical, an d e lectrical in stallations in re sidential single, multi-family, commercial, and industrial construction. W ith more than 17 y ears of industry experience, Marcus is a know ledgeable project manager a nd inspector. Marcus will assist the City with addressing contractual details, project needs, and staff placements.
Office - (909) 453-6582 | Cell - (909) 916-0511 | Email - [email protected] Peter Lim, CBO – Inspection Services Manager
Peter is a highly experienced ICC Certifie d Building Official with over 23 years of experience working in the Building and Safety Department. He has a broad experience in Building Department d ay-to-day operations, and i n-depth k nowledge o f B uilding Code, making him a n asset t o any B uilding and S afety Department. P eter u tilizes exc ellent communication skills an d has t he u nique ab ility t o defuse an y s ituation t hat may aris e.
Peter can foresee and quickly resolve Building Code issues in the field and on plans, which allows h im t o effectively maintain excellent re lations w ith s taff, p roperty owners, an d design professionals.
Office - (909) 453-6582 | Cell – (626) 344-5106 | Email - [email protected] Davison Chanda, PE – Supervising Plan Review Engineer
David is a registered S tructural Engineer with m ore t han 9 y ears o f structural design background w ith a focus o n s tructural system an alysis, d esign, an d p reparation o f construction documents from inception to completion in accordance with overall p roject requirements. David is als o experienced with fie ld structural observation t o ensure their compliance with approved drawings and is e xperienced with RFI’s and solutions for field conditions.
Office - (909) 453-6582 | Cell - (949) 274-6966 | Email - [email protected]
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Support Staff
Jay Shih, PE, CASp, CBO – Plan Review Engineer
Jay is a veteran Plan Review Engineer, Building Official, Accessibility Specialist, and Construction Manager with over 35 years of expe rience in the industry. Given his background in various specialties, Jay is an ideal team member who can adapt to any project, team, and municipality he is assigned.
Ali Hekmat, SE, PE – Plan Check Engineer
Ali is a tremendously talented and experienced Plan Check Engineer with over four decades of expertise in the industry. Ali is a California registered Professional Civil and Structural Engineer as well as a reg istered Professional Structural Engineer in Arizona. He is highly skilled in a wide variety o f engineering and design software and has proven to be an asset to multiple companies and departments. Ali is a quick -adjusting hard worker who has performed many challenging and complex structural plan reviews, earning him timely promotions to senior and leadership positions throughout his professional career. Having worked as a supervisor in multiple departments, Ali is a responsible leader who can be relied on to get the job done, and to the greatest of his ability.
Steve Raney, CASp, CBO – Senior Building Inspector
Steven is an ICC Certified Building Official with more than 27 years of hands -on experience in facility construction and development, multidisciplinary industrial research, production, and management. He is equally adept as an individual co ntributor or in a team environment with senior managerial experience. Steven has acted as a project lead directly responsi ble for design, construction and commissioning of numerous capital improvement and build-out bio-tech projects. He has extensive hands-on research and production experience in all aspects of biotechnology science, process optimization, and implementation. His proven effective experience in working with local jurisdictions for project completions make Steven a vital asset to any team.
Ana Ortiz – Senior Permit Coordinator
Ana is a qualified Permit Technician w ith over seven years of experience in the building and safet y industry. Her professionalism in her approach to conflict resolution and client communications also makes her an excell ent candidate for any role involving customer service and public relations. Ana is especially helpful in this arena because of her proficiency in English as well as Spanish, both written and spoken language. Detail- oriented, Ana is highly organized and se ts high personal standards for her own performance with each task she is ass igned.
This, paired with her dynamic talent and personal drive, renders her an asset to any team.
Chris Garamone – Building Inspector
With over 43 years of sp ecialized electrical field experience in all aspects of commercial and industrial electrical inspection, Christopher Garramone exhibits a valuable skillse t and is an asset to the projects he is assigned.
Adept in management, design, installation, termination, and control as a Quality Assurance (QA) Manager, Quality Control (QC) Electrical Inspector, Consultant, Electrician, and Supervisor, Christopher’s pro fessional experience is practiced, successful, and ever-growing. He has been i nvolved in several energ y projects for the California Energy Commission ranging from the CPV Sentinel Project to the Ivanpah Project.
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Steven Martinez – Building Inspector
Steven is a highly experienced professional with over 11 years of construction industry experience. His expertise in applying technical knowledge and following proper inspection techniques make him a dedicated team player with the multitasking skills needed to productively navigate between autonomous and collaborative assignments. In addition to his notable certifications, Ste ven has the work experience necessary to achieve project goals and a remarkable attention to detail when it comes to detecting deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices.
Jerome Hoberg – Architect / Senior Plans Examiner
With a strong background of 40+ years, Jerome brings with him expert - level experience in managing, directing, and reviewing a wide range of construction projects. He is skilled in working in the capacity of a building official, senior inspector, and plan revie wer. Jerome is skilled at the application of building practices, evaluating plans, resolving unexpected site conditions, and regulatory compliance issues involving federal, state, and local requirements. H e works effectively with develo pers, engineers, arc hitects, contractors, building officials, and other industry professionals. Jerome provides results and the highest level of service to all clients as well as excellent leadership, communication, and relat ionship building skills. He is a certified CASp spe cialist and holds architectural licenses in both California and the State of Nevada.
Organizational Chart
Peter Lim, CBO
Inspection Services
Manager
Marcus Johnson
Project Manager
Davison Chanda, PE
Supervising Plan Review
Engineer
More than 200 additional staff Available.
CASp
Brent Hipsher, CBO, CASp
David Rashe, CBO, CASp
Scott Wungluck, CASp
Jerry Thome, CASp
Code Enforcement
Cecilia Muela
Alfred Fasulo
Anthony Mullins
Kenneth Eckman
Orlando Givens
Nina Hamilton
JorDann Crawford
Plan Review Engineers
Melissa Mennucci, S.E.
Beng Low, S.E.
Albert Kong, S.E.
Scott Martin, P.E.
Melissa Bridges, P.E.
Stephanie Hionis, P.E.
Youseff Abdou, P.E.
Joe Nicolas, P.E.
Albert Nissan, P.E.
Steve Kim, P.E.
Zach Woods, P.E.
Building Inspectors
Nick Henderson, CBO
Chris Fowler, CBO
Michael Hosier, CBO
David Brakebill
Salesi Vakalahi
Edmund Rivera
John Olsen
Howie Conroy
Christopher Pallares
Don Hutsell
Martin Scott
Logan Ramshaw
Jennifer Haskin
Plans Examiners
Sara DeLand
Clarice Shepard
Lowell Brown
Gregory Adams
Madhavi Akula
Eddy Nachy
Eric Allen
Gene Ferrero
Frank Luna
John Hoberg
Jose Ramirez
Paul Cruel
Ingeborg Vriend
Marcus Johnson, CBO
Inspector of Record / Building Official
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Experience Summary
Marcus is respon sible for day -to-day contact with many of 4LEAF’s valuable clients in the Building & Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, and Plan Check industries. Marcus manages 4LEAF’s Southern California offices including San Diego, Newport Beach, and San Bernardino.
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arcus carries comprehensive experience as an ICC certified senior level inspector, Inspector of Record, Building Official, and plans examiner. His experience encompasses the more complex plan review and field inspections of building construction, plumbing, mechanical and electrical installations in residential single, multi-family, commercial, and industrial construction. He i s extremely knowledgeable of required compliance with applicable building, plumbing, electrical, energy, green, accessibility and mechanical codes along with applicable jurisdictional ordinances, state, and local statutes. His high- level of experience an d invaluable personal skills allows him to quickly improve and acclimate to jurisdiction procedures. Marcus thoroughly understands the construction process and the need for speedy project completion in conjunction with accurate compliance and positive customer relations.
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4LEAF, Inc.
Director of Southern California Operations – Project Manager 2019 - Present
Marcus is 4LEAF’s Director of Southern California Operations. Marcus’s responsibilities include the day - to-day contact with many of 4LEAF’s clients in the Building & Safety, Engineering, and Construction Management industries. Additional responsibilities:
• Recruiting and interviewing prospective employees.
• Mentoring and developing plan review, building inspectors, and permit staff. • Managing the placement of inspection staff including the tracking of customer service delivery. • Providing quality answers to code-related or situational questions from inspection staff or c
lientele.
• Project Inspections/Inspector of Record Services
• Performing plan reviews and Building Official Services on as-needed basis.
Experience
18+ years
Education
AA, Architectural Technology
Certifications
ICC Certified Building Official
ICC Building Plans Examiner
ICC Permit Technician
ICC Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner
ICC Commercial Plumbing Inspector
ICC Residential Plumbing Inspector
ICC Plumbing Inspector
ICC Building Inspector
ICC CALGreen Inspector
SAP CA DSW Local Inspector
Professional Affiliations
California Building Officials
County Building Officials Assoc. of CA.
East Bay Chapter, ICC
Napa Solano Chapter, ICC
Sac. Valley Assoc. of Building Officials
Redwood Empire Chapter. ICC
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Marcus Johnson
Town of Paradise, CA, Fire Recovery
Operations Manager
In 2018, the most destructive wildfire in California history began in Butte County, CA and quickly spread to the Town of Paradise , displacing over 10% of the County’s population.
Marcus oversees a staff of more than 15 that provides complete Community Development Services to the Town of Paradise. This four-year contract provides Permitting, Plan Review, Building Inspections, Public Works Inspections, Planning, Code Enforcement, Debris Removal Management, and Public Outreach for this $9.5 Billion rebuild.
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ounty of Sonoma, CA, Resiliency Permit Center (RPC)
Operations Manager
Marcus oversees all the daily operations including plan review and inspections. He ensures the staffing and training is completed for a skilled team to expedite the recovery process.
Marcus ensures a cohesive partnership between the County of Sonoma and 4LEAF.
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outh Napa Earthquake Recovery – City of Napa, CA
Building Inspector
Marcus assisted the City of Napa during the South Napa Earthquake recovery. The earthquake caused close to $1 billion in damage. Marcus ’s responsibilities included providing rapid assessment (RESA), processing FEMA valuation reports, providing inspections, and completing plan review to expedite the recovery process and ensure the safety of the community.
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st Coast Code Consultants, Inc. – San Ramon, CA
Manager of Jurisdictional Services
Marcus provided client services for jurisdictional clients encompassing plan review and inspection services. He was responsible for coordination of all staff augmentation throughout the state of California.
His experience included working in complex municipalities to provide permits processing, inspections, and plan review services.
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ity of Hesperia, CA
Building Inspector & Plans Examiner
Marcus reviewed plans and issued building permit applications for new construction, alterations, and remodeling of existing structures. He also verified compliance with applicable codes and ordinances and accepted construction practices and issued certificates of occupancy. Marcus p rovided technical information and professional advice to City staff, officials, and the public regarding city codes relating to construction, assisted project stakeholders in interpreting and meeting code requirements , and responded to/resolved inspection complaints.
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AS Pacific – Upland, CA
Permit Technician & Building Inspector
Marcus reviewed plans and building permit applications for new construction, alterations, and remodeling of existing structures , verified compliance with applicable codes and ordinances and accepted construction practices; and issued certificates of occupancy. He also acted as project coordinator for the routing of plans.
Peter Lim, CBO
Inspection Services Manager
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Experience Summary
Peter is a highly experienced ICC Certified Building Official with over 2 3 years of experience working in the Building and Safety Department. He has a broad experience in Building Department day -to-day operations, and in -depth knowledge of Building Code, making him an asset to any Building and Safety Department. Peter utilizes excellent communication skills and has the unique ability to defuse any situation that may arise.
Peter can foresee and quickly resolve Building Code issues in the field and on plans, which allows him to effectively maintaining excellent relations with staff, property owners, and design professionals.
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4LEAF, Inc.
Building Official
2021 - Present
Peter is proficient in providing inspections, evaluations, approving construction of structural systems, and overseeing effective implementation of accessibility requirements. Peter has served in many different capacities including Building Official, Combination Inspector, and Plans Examiner. Peter has excellent communication skills and works well at the Counte r with applicants. In addition, Peter can also provide over-the-counter plan check. Some of Peter’s assignments from 4LEAF have included the Cities of Rialto, Whittier, Fontana, and Ventura County.
Transtech Engineering, Inc. – Various locations, Southern California Building Official/Plan Checker
11/2020 - 2021
Responsible for day-to-day operations for the City of Alhambra and plan check. Supervised and manage Building Inspectors and Permit Technicians. Implemented protocols for electronic plan check submittal and electronic plan check.
J Lee Engineering, Inc.
Building Official/Manager
1/2019 – 8/2020
Managed daily activities and training of the Building Department personnel. Supervise d plan checker(s), permit technicians and building inspectors. Prepared staff reports to be presented to Department director Experience
23+ years
Certifications
ICC Certified Building Official
ICC Certified Building Plan
Examiner
ICC Certified Building Core
Specialist
ICC Certified Building Inspector
ICC Certified Combination
Dwelling Inspector
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Peter Lim, CBO
and council meetings at municipalities. Prepare d code adoptions to be presented to Council. Perform ed digital, paper and counter plan review. Managed Building Depart budget for Municipalities.
CSG Consultant, Inc.
Building Official/Manager
8/2017 – 12/2018
Supervised plan checker, permit technicians and building Inspectors. Provide d over the counter plan check. Implemented policies and procedures. Managed and trained building Inspectors, permit technician and code enforcement officers and provide d back-up inspections when inspectors are on vacation.
Manage 36 Plan Checkers, Building Inspectors, Permit Technicians and Code Enforcement Officers.
Willdan Engineering
Building Official
1/2013 – 8/2017
Managed daily activities of the Building Department. Prepared and present staff reports to be presented to City Council City Manager. Developed of the department’s annual budget. Researched and examined supporting data and make decisions or recommendations on proposed alternate materials or methods of design and construction. Coordinated various agencies or departments in the permit application process.
City of Monterey Park
Interim Building Official
2/2003 – 12/2012
Responsible for combination inspection of t wo-multi-family complexes. Oversaw daily building division activities. Provided code interpretations and technical assistance to the public and the design construction professionals. Prepared and managed the annual budget for the Division.
City of Baldwin Park
Senior Building Inspector
8/2001 – 2/2003
Involved in residential, commercial, and industrial combination inspections. Oversaw daily inspections and two building inspectors. Oversaw daily building division activities. Issued permits and plan check.
Charles Abbott and Associates
Building Inspector I
6/1998 – 8/2001
Involved in residential, commercial, and Industrial combination inspections, and plan check. Inspected Mission Viejo Mall expansion of 500,000 sq. ft., addition to mall Sax Fifth Avenue, Robinson-May, and Nordstrom’s, and tenant improvement to Mission Viejo.
Davison “David” Chanda, P.E.
Supervising Plan Review Engineer
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Experience Summary
David is a registered Structu ral Engineer with more than 9 years of structural design background with a focus on structural system analysis, design, and preparation of construction documents from inception to completion in ac cordance wi th overall project requirements. David is also experienced with field structural observation to ensure their compliance with approved drawings and is experienced with RFI’s and solutions for field conditions.
David’s strengths include seismic and wind design analysis, steel design, timber design, reinforced concrete design, prestressed concrete design, foundation design, structural analysis, design of masonry structures, architectural drafting, electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems, and soil dynamics.
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4LEAF, Inc. – Newport Beach, CA
Senior Structural Plan Review Engineer
2019 - Present
David joined 4LEAF as a Senior Structural Plan Review Engineer and is responsible for the review of commercial and residential struct ures as well a s Quality Control of other 4LEAF Plan Review personnel.
Some of his recent assignments include the counties of San Bernardino and Los Angeles, where he leads structural plan reviews and page-turning sessions.
VCA – Orange, CA
Senior Plan Check Engineer – Supervisor
6/2017 - 12/2019
• Assigned work to staff members and mentored junior plan checkers. • Reviewed residential and commercial building plans for mechani cal, plum bing, electrical, architectural structural and accessibility requirements (Ch apter 11A and 11B) for conformance with the California title 2A.
• Researched into the intent of the code requirement to assist applica nts, architects, and engineers to comply the code interpretation.
• Prepared clear and concise written plan review comments/ corrections that are necessary to prepare plans for approval.
Experience
11 + years
Education
M.S. Civil Engineering (Structural)
CSU Long Beach, CA 2011
B.S. Civil Engineering (Minor in
Construction Management)
Cal State Fresno 2007
Licenses/Certifications
Professional Engineer – Civil #83946
ICC, Building Plans Examiner
Affiliations
American Society of Civil Engineers
Structural Engineers Association of
Northern California
International Code Council
Foothill Chapter
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• Established and maintained effective working relations with engineers and architects to resol ve problems regarding code interpretations.
• Attended meetings with applicants, engineers, and ar chitects for clarification of review comments and verifications of corrections.
• Reviewed structural p lans for wind and seismic requiremen ts (ASCE /SI 7 -10), inc luding drag force shear wall design, diaphragm design and foundation design.
Bureau Veritas – Costa Mesa, CA
Plan Check Engineer
6/2015 - 6/2017
• Researched into the intent of the California building codes (Tit le 24) requireme nt to assist architects and engineers to comply the code interpretation. • Prepared plan review comments/corrections that are necessary to prepare plans for approval. • Established and maintained effective working relations with engineers and architects to resolve problems regarding code interpretations.
• Reviewed structure plans for wind and s eismic requirements (ASCE/SE 7 -10), includi ng drag force, shear wall design, diaphragm design and foundation design. • Worked at the public counter at the City of Corona to conduct over the counter plan review.
RADCO – Long Beach, CA
Plan Examiner
1/2015 - 6/2015
• Reviewed mobile homes and factory-built structures with respect to California title 25. • Reviewed residential and commercial building plans for conformance with the California title 2A. • Researched into the intent of the California building codes (Tit le 24) requirement to assist architects and engineers to comply the code interpretation.
K.B. Leung and Associates (Structural Engineers) – Alto Loma, CA Staff Engineer
8/2014 - 11/2014
• Worked under the supervision of structural engineers to assess and analyze structures for seismic and wind analysis.
• Estimated the quantities of concrete, steel, wood, and masonry from structural drawings. • Reviewed structural corr ections/comments pr ovided by plan checkers from the City and DSA (Division of state Architects office) for code compliance.
City of Rancho Cucamonga – Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Plans Examiner
12/2011 - 6/012
• Reviewed design-engineering calculat ions on proposed co nstruction, alterations, or repair of buildings to ensure compliance with public safety standards. • Reviewed residential, commercial, and industrial plans to deter mine compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and codes (AISC, ASCE/SEI, ACI, BCRMS and Title 24, etc.).
Jay Shih, PE, CASp, CBO
Plan Review Engineer / Accessibility Specialist
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Experience Summary
Jay is a veteran Plan Review Engineer, Building Official, Accessibility Specialist, and Construction Manager with over 35 years of experience in the industry. Given his background in various specialties, Jay is an ideal team member who can adapt to any project, team, and municipality he is assigned.
Jay has spent the entirety of his professional career working for public agencies and consulting companies providing highly skilled design, plan check, and construction management for buildings, sewers, storm drains, streets, sidewalk, curb ramps, grading, SWPPP, and WQMPs.
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4LEAF, Inc. – Newport Beach, CA
Plan Review Engineer
11/2021 - Present
Jay is working on behalf of 4LEAF performing Plan Review services in multiple jurisdictions as needed. His most recent assignment is with the County of Los Angeles.
Infrastructure Engineers – City of Industry, CA
Director of Building & Safety / VP of Engineering
4/2018 - 11/2021
In his prior role, Jay c hecked building and civil engineering plan ; reviewed hydrology, WQMP, LID , and geotechnical reports; performed CASp inspections; reviewed tentative, final maps, lot mergers, and lot line adjustments; provided building code training to staff; prepared proposals and managed the Building Department. Jay also acted as the Building Official for the City of Lynwood.
Bureau Veritas – City of Santa Ana, CA
Senior Plan Check Engineer
1/2018 - 6/2018
Jay’s main responsibilities were checking building and fire sprinkler plans for the cities of Corona and Costa Mesa and the County of Los Angeles and helping the Regional Manager prepare proposals.
Experience
35+ years
Education
B.S., Geotechnical Engineering
University of Sao Paulo
B.S., Civil Engineering
University of Sao Paulo
M.S., Structural Engineering
California State, Los Angeles
Construction Management
UCLA Extension
Licenses
CA Registered Civil Engineer
Certifications
ICC, Building Plans Examiner
ICC, Building Official
ICC, Fire Plans Examiner
ICC, Commercial Building Inspector
ICC, Fire Marshal
ICC, Residential Plans Examiner
ICC, Residential Building Inspector
ICC, Building Inspector
ICC, Building Code Specialist
CA State Certified Access Specialist
Certified Grading Deputy Inspector
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Jay Shih, PE, CASp, CBO
Willdan Engineering – City of Industry, CA
Senior Plan Check Engineer / Building Official
3/2016 - 3/2018
Checked building plans in the Crossroads Parkway office and a cted as B uilding Official for the City of Rosemead.
JLee Engineering – City of Alhambra, CA
Senior Plan Check Engineer
3/2015 - 3/2016
Checked building plans in the office and at the County of San Bernardino.
Ali Hekmat SE, PE
Plan Check Engineer
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Experience Summary
Ali is a tremendously talented and experienced Plan Check Engineer with over four decades of expertise in the industry. Ali is a California registered Professional Civil and Structural Engineer a s well as a registered Professional Structural Engineer in Arizona. He is highly skilled in a wide variety of engineering and design software and has proven to be an asset to multiple companies and departments.
Ali is a quick-adjusting hard worker who has performed many challenging and complex structural plan reviews , earning him timely promotions to senior and leadership p ositions throughout his professional career.
Having worked as a supervisor in multiple departments, Ali is a responsible leader who can be relied on t o get the job done, and to the greatest of his ability.
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4LEAF, Inc.
Plan Check Engineer
2021 - Present
Ali joined 4LEAF as a Plan Check Engineer and is responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising, and participating in the review of construction project plans and structural calculations. Additionally, he participates in the review of commercial and residential structures.
Bureau Veritas Inc. – Santa Ana, CA
Plan Check Engineer
2018 - 2021
• Performed architectural and structural plan checks for residential and commercial buildings to achieve compliance with jurisdictional codes.
• Reviewed construction documents for structural integrity and compliance to latest additions to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, Title 24 Energy, and California Building Codes. • Residential and commercial planning, architectural, structural design involving steel, concrete, masonry, wood construction.
Experience
42+ years
Education
California State Polytech University
MS. Civil/Structural Engineering
BS. Civil/Structural Engineering
Registrations/Certifications
CA Licensed Professional Engineer
AZ Licensed Professional Engineer
I.C.B.O. Certified Plan Examiner
Plan Check Engineer
Software Skills
Engineering International Design
Primavera Scheduling
Enercalc Design
S-T Risk
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Ali Hekmat, PE, SE
GHD Engineering Inc. – Irvine, CA
Plan Check Engineer
2016 - 2018
• Worked in the County of Orange as a consultant for plan checking projects. Ensured all projects achieved compliance with code requirements and structural integrity. • Performed front counter duties where he assisted customers in the Building Department.
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A Consultant – Orange, CA
Plan Check Engineer
2013 - 2016
• Plan checked and reviewed grading plans of various building projects in the City of Newport Beach to ensure all codes and requirements for structural and non-structural elements were met. • Performed front counter duties where he assisted customers in the Building Department. +A Engineering – Fullerton, CA
Project Engineer
1998 - 2013
• Performed planning, architectural, and structural design of residential and commercial projects which included steel, concrete, masonry, and wood construction. • Engaged in field inspections to assess projects for structural integrity and compliance with building codes and specification.
• Performed engineering evaluations of existing buildings where he checked for construction defects resulting from poor workmanship and/or damage caused by natural disasters, then prepared reports of any observed damages along with repair recommendations. When necessary, he testified as an expert professional in court and arbitration. • Conducted an engineering evaluation amidst a lawsuit involving a 4-s tory hospital in San Bernardino where he inspected and reported construction defects and safety issues resulting from poor contractor workmanship and the improper use of material.
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ity of Pomona Public Works’ Building and Safety Division – Pomona, CA Project Engineer
1995 - 1998
• Plan checked commercial and residential projects for structural integrity and code compliance. • Performed field inspections of projects under construction for compliance with approved plan and specifications.
• Assisted building inspectors with structural related issues and aided the public and professionals with project approval and permits.
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iverside County Transportation and Land Management Agency – Riverside, CA Agency Program Supervisor, Field Inspection Supervisor, Senior Plans Examiner 1984 - 1995
• As an Assistant Engineer in the grading division, Ali:
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o Performed plan checks and field inspections of residential and commercial projects concerning drainage, subdivision, site improvement, and quality control of concrete delivered by batch plants.
o Performed front counter duties relating to permits and illegal grading complaints. • As a Senior Plan Check Engineer, Ali:
o Plan checked for a variety of commercial and residential projects, including a 6 -story jail with an in-house hospital on the top floor.
o Managed the Riverside district branch office of Building and Safety. • As the Agency Program Supervisor, Ali:
o Tracked projects from initial design stage through final construction while preparing monthly reports of project(s) status and scheduling transportation of sma ll in -house projects.
o Assisted the Project Engineer in the construction management of a freeway interchange in the county desert area and participated in field observation during bridge construction.
James Persing and Associates – Yuma, AZ
Structural Design Engineer
1983 - 1984
• Conducted structural calculations and construction details for a variety of commercial and residential projects that involved wood, steel, concrete, and masonry construction. • Participated in the field observation of a 5-story jail with in-house hospital on the fourth floor. • Worked on a school, medical clinic, and other government buildings.
Wheeler and Grey – Los Angeles, CA
Junior Structural Design Engineer
1980 - 1983
• Performed structural calculations and drafting for small residential and commercial buildings. • Assisted the project engineer in the structural design and shop drawings review for the concrete support structure for the tramway rails at the Disney World facility and a pedestrian bridge in Los Angeles.
Steven Raney, CASp, CBO
Building Official
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Experience Summary
Steven is an ICC Certified Building Official with more than 2 7 years of hands- on experience in facility construction and development, multidisciplinary industrial research, production, and management. He is equally adept as an individual contributor or in a team environment with senior managerial experience. Steven has acted as a project lead directly responsible for design, construction and commissioning of numerous capital improvement and build- out bio -tech projects. He has extensive hands -on research and production experience in all aspects of biotechnology science, process optimization, and implementation. His proven effective experience in working with local jurisdictions for project completions make Steven a vital asset to any team.
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4LEAF, Inc.
Project Manager/Building Official
2021 - Present
Steven is proficient in providing inspections, evaluations, approving construction of structural systems, and overseeing effective implementation of accessibility requirements.
City of Palmdale – Palmdale, CA
Building Official
2021 – 2021
• Administrated of all functions of the Building & Safety Division including plan check, inspection, and permit issuance
• Prepared of yearly budget
• Participated in the Development Advisory Board representing Building & Safety to provide conditions of approval for proposed projects • Prepared reports, ordinances, and memos for City Council • Completed inspections and plan review for complicated projects
City of Big Bear Lake – Big Bear Lake, CA
Chief Building Official
2019 – 2021
• Supervised a staff of Building Inspectors, Plans Examiners, and Building Permit Technicians • Resolved code interpretation issues for new and existing buildings for compliance with the adopted Plumbing, Mechanical, Building, Electrical, and City municipal Codes • Adopted modifications to the State T-24 codes when necessary Experience
27+ years
Education
BS – Northern Arizona University
Pasadena Supervisory Academy
Certifications
Certified Access Specialist
(CASp) #519
Certified Building Official
ICC Certified Building Plans
Examiner
ICC Certified Building Code
Specialist
ICC Certified Commercial and
Residential Plumbing Inspector
ICC Certified Commercial and
Residential Electrical Inspector
ICC Certified Commercial and
Residential Mechanical
Inspector
ICC Certified Combination
Inspector
ICC Certified Structural Masonry
Special Inspector
ICC Certified Accessibility
Inspector/Plan Reviewer
Disaster Response
Inspector/Worker CA
Governor’s OES (SAP)
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Steven Raney
CA Housing & Community Development (HCD) – Southern California Area Codes & Standards Administrator
2019 – 2019
Directed, organized, s cheduled, a nd m onitored a ctivities a nd i nspections f or th e Mobile Home Parks program and staff in the Southern California Area offices. Enforced Title 24, 25, and HSC codes, installation and alteration of all manufactured, modular buildings, and mobile home parks.
City of Palmdale – Palmdale, CA
Supervising Building Inspector
2018 – 2019
Oversaw p lans, s upervision, c oordination, an d as signment of activities an d o perations of building inspection w ithin t he Bu ilding & S afety D ivision of th e Development Services d epartment. P erformed sensitive a nd d ifficult i nspections. P rojects i ncluded m ulti-family, c ommercial, s ingle fa mily, an d c ity capital improvement projects.
County of San Bernardino – Hesperia, CA
Regional Building Inspector Supervisor
2015 – 2018
Supervised 3 C ounty S atellite offices in cluding I nspection, Plan C heck, C ounter Duty, an d Permit Technicians. Conducted CASp inspections throughout the county. Performed inspection of County capital improvement projects.
Right at Home Construction Services – El Cajon, CA
Building Inspector
2006 – 2015
Directly supervised the design, construction, and completion of a Clinical Manufacturing Facility (CMF – Inspection of new residential projects in single- and multi-family homes. Checked construction including MEP’s, framing, lath and roofing, and all structural and life safety components to ensure code standard.
JAS Pacific – Barstow, CA
Building Inspector
2004 – 2006
Inspection of residential, commercial, and industrial projects throughout City.
Raney’s Masonry – Hesperia, CA
Masonry Superintendent
1996 – 2004
Managed the daily operations of a masonry construction company.
Ana Ortiz
Senior Permit Technician
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Experience Summary
Ana is a qualified Permit Technician with over five years of experience in the building and safety industry. Her professionalism in her approach to conflict resolution and client communications also make s her an excellent candidate for any role involving customer service and publi c relations. Ana is especially helpful in this arena because of her proficiency in English as well as Spanish, both written and spoken language. Detail-oriented, Ana is highly organized and sets high personal standards for her own performance with each tas k she is assigned. This, paired with her dynamic talent and personal drive, renders her an asset to any team.
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4LEAF, Inc.
Senior Permit Technician
2021 - Present
Ana helps contribute to the productivity of 4LEAF’s Building Department by executing lead, advanced, technical, and paraprofessional duties regarding the receipt, processing, and review of building permit applications in addition to other related applications for all phases of construction. Ana’s duties include:
• Evaluating, process ing, implement ing, and explain ing technical information involving plans, specifications, blueprints, and other documentation.
• Maintaining, review ing, and interpret ing laws, policies, procedures, regulations, specifications, maps, building plans, construction sites, graphs, and statistical data. • Utilizing fee schedules and calculations including square footage to determine values , calculates and assess preliminary and final fees, and collects, records, and balances permit related monetary transactions.
• Managing plan review, reviewing plan checks for consistency and accuracy, and coordinating and examining project submittals.
• Performing all other related tasks as assigned.
VCA Code – City of Adelanto, CA
Permit Technician II
6/2019 - 5/2021
On a consistent basis, Ana exercised her knowledge of construction drawings and blueprint reading, building codes and ordinances, and office procedures and practices. These duties included:
• Grasping, explaining, and objectively applying policies, laws, codes, and regulations to projects. • Examining building permit applications to verify correctness and completeness. • Objectively and tactfully addressing the public’s questions and complaints pertaining to the permit application process.
• Processing over-the-counter permits for electrical, repair, plumbing, and mechanical residential applications and verifying code compliance.
Experience
5+ years
Certifications
ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector
ICC Structural Masonry Special Inspector
ICC Spray Applied Fire Proofing Inspector
Software
Microsoft Suite
Adobe Acrobat
GIS
Trak It
WordPerfect
Oracle 10 Key by Touch
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Bureau Veritas North America – City of Garden Grove, CA Permit Technician
10/2018 - 6/2019
• Reviewed and accepted planning and building applications, then calculated fees and inputted data into permitting software.
• Distributed plans and applications pursuant to internal procedures, scheduled inspection requests, and responded to public records requests.
• Responded to planning and building related inquiries, including making independent interpretations and application of pertinent.
• Reported project and permit status to architects, project managers, and department staff. • Maintained responsibility over gas and electrical releases. • Assisted with building abatement and code enforcement related issues.
Bureau Veritas North America – City of Corona, CA
Permit Technician
2/2018 - 10/2018
• Performed routine, complex technical work at the public service counter. • Interpreted policies and procedures and enforced Federal, State, and Local code requirements for projects throughout all phases of construction
• Reviewed and processed applications, issued permits, and calculated and collected fees. • Permitted to train new staff on counter responsibilities, procedures, and processes. • Verified contractor licenses, worker’s compensation, and insurance requirements to be met.
Interwest Consulting Group – City of Rialto, CA
Permit Technician / Administrative Assistant
12/2015 - 2/2018
• Reviewed permit applications, issued permits, and calculated a variety of fees in accordance with fee schedules.
• Received and processed requests for inspections and coordinated and distributed inspection schedules.
• Performed diverse clerical duties which included constructing forms and reports, and index scanning documents for building and code enforcement.
• Utilized Onbase, MS Word, Excel, and 10 key software to perform tasks on a daily basis.
ASRC Primus Inc. – CA
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Office Admin
3/2012 - 12/2015
Ana assisted the USCIS Adjudication functions by providing clerical and administrative support during the processing of Naturalization applications for citizenship as well as Adjustment of Status. Ana’s duties included:
• Producing Naturalization certificates and reviewing products for any discrepancies post creation. • Interfiling of documentation needed for the adjudication of applications and petitions, running daily script reports, and updating file information.
• Serving as a clerk for the United States Circuit Court. • Utilizing her certifications for the National File Tracking System (NFTS) and Quality Control of Files and CIS System Inquiries.
Christopher L. Garramone
Building Inspector
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Experience Summary
With over 43 years of specialized electrical field experience in all aspects of commercial and industrial electrical inspection, Christopher Garramone exhibits a valuable skillset and is an asset to the projects he is assigned. Adept in management, design, installation, termination, and control as a Quality Assurance (QA) Manager, Quality Control (QC) Electrical Inspector, Consultant, Electrician, and Supervisor, Christopher’s professional experience is practiced, successful, and ever- growing. He has been involved in several energy p rojects for the California Energy Commission ranging from the CPV Sentinel Project to the Ivanpah Project.
His proven track record of maintaining expert communication skills with clients, craftsmen, contractors, and government agencies help bring projects in on time, on budget , and to successful completion of project goals. He is skilled in his craft and has a wealth of energy experience that provides the needed time, effort, and quality to client projects.
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4LEAF, Inc.
Building Inspector
Christopher is our lead Inspector in energy -related projects that require an expert hand. He leads inspections and provides management for all teams involved to reach successful project completion.
West Coast Code Consultants
Lead Building Inspector
Pio Pico Energy Center
Lead Inspector for the Pio Pico Energy Center, 318 MW, LMS 100 power project, privately owned for the California Energy Commission, located on the Otay Mesa in San Diego County.
Carlsbad Energy Center
Commercial / Industrial Building Inspector
Carlsbad, CA
Building Inspector on staff for the 500+ MW, LMS 100 gas turbine power project Carlsbad Energy Center, Carlsbad, CA for NRG Energy.
Experience
43+ years
Registrations/Certifications
NFPA 70E Certified Electrical Safety
Compliance Professional (CESCP)
Licensed Electrical Contractor
ICC E-1 Residential Electrical Inspector
ICC E-2 Commercial Electrical Inspector
ICC Building Inspector
CAL EMA Safety Assessment Program
FHA 203K Consultant Certification
PVI – Boiler Technician Certification
Building Specs Inc., Pool, Spa, Pier &
Bulkhead Inspections Certification
Building Specs Inc., Home Inspection
Education Course Certification
Advanced Auto CAD 2000 Certification
Professional Affiliations
International Code Council
International Conf. of Building Officials
National Fire Protection Association
American Construction Inspectors Assoc.
Divers Alert Network
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Christopher L. Garramone
Bureau Veritas, North America
Solar Electrical Inspector
County of Fresno (Various Projects)
Inspected multiple new solar installations for the County of Fresno including: Terranova Helms Solar, Helms, CA; FCP Solar Project, Kerman, CA; JSA Phelps/CalCom Solar, Coalinga, CA. Additionally, the Chevron Cogen Upgrade for Fresno County, Coalinga, CA was inspected.
Quality Assurance Inspector
Edgewater Project
Edgewater Unit 5 Air Quality Control System (AQCS) -Alliant Energy, Wisconsin Power and Light Company. Duties included field surveillance and reporting on construction activities to the Project Owners of the EPC and their subcontractors. Assisting the owner’s engineering staff with Inspection Test Plan (ITP) review and verification. Field installation personnel utilized these ITP plans.
Electrical Inspector
Ivanpah Project
Ivanpah Solar Generating System- California Energy Commission / BrightSource Energy. Duties included providing support for the CBO and staff, including field inspections, and verifying test results. Ivanpah Solar Energy Generating System (ISEGS) is a 392 M W (gross) solar thermal power facility developed by BrightSource Energy. Utilizing BrightSource Energy efficient and environmentally responsible LPT 550 technology, the project combined innovative solar technology with conventional, off -the-shelf power components to produce clean, reliable power at scale.
Electrical Inspector
CPV Sentinel Project
California Energy Commission / Competitive Power Ventures. Duties included field inspections, documentation of inspections and support of the Senior On -Site Inspector. Project consisted of eight natural gas-fired, GE Energy LMS-100 Combustion Turbine Generators (CTGs) operating in simple cycle mode. Each exhaust stack being 13.5 feet in diameter and 90 feet tall. The station produces up to 850MW power in Desert Hot Springs, CA.
Steven Martinez
Building Inspector II
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Experience Summary
Steven is a highly experienced professional with over 1 1 years of construction industry experience. His expertise in applying technical knowledge and following proper insp ection techniques make him a dedicated team player with the mul titasking skills needed to productively navigate between auton omous and collaborative assignments. In addition to his notable certifications, Stev en has the work experience necessary to achieve project g oals and a remarkable attention to detail when it come s to detecting deviations from plans , regulations, and standard construction practices.
Steven’s impressive work ethi c, along with his ability for developing relationships wit h clients, architects, engineers, and colle agues, make him a valuable addition to any jurisdiction, team , or project he is assigned.
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4LEAF, Inc.
Building Inspector II
2023 – Present
Steven performs services in the capacity of a Building Inspector II throughout Southern California jurisdictions on behal f of 4LEAF. His inspection expertise includes building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing, of which he performs quality inspections for commercial and residential projects, such as new dwellings, additions, and remodel work.
A-1 Inspections
Building Inspector
2013 – 2023
• Examined buildings and structures for adherence to codes, ordinances, and specifications. • Oversaw alterations and repairs.
• Ensured construction within jurisdiction was compliant. • Worked on various project types, including tenant improv ement upgrades, tilt up warehous e (20,000 sq. ft. – 2,000,000 sq. ft.), border wall construction, and a variety of military bases.
Experience
11+ years
Certifications
ICC Reinforced Concrete
ICC Structural Welding
ICC Structural Steel and Bolting
ICC Spray Applied Fireproofing
ICC Prestressed Concrete
ICC Structural Masonry
ICC Commercial Building Inspector
ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician –
Grade I
Software
Microsoft Suite
Jerome Hoberg
Senior Plans Examiner / Architect
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Experience
40+ years
Education
B.A. in Architecture
Cal State Poly – San Luis Obispo
Certifications
CASp-720
SAP-ID 78843 Cal OES CA DSW Local
Architectural License NV-5282
NCARB-59308
Architectural License CA-C21242
Skills
MS Office Suite
DigEplan Software
T-24 & California Green code
CASp
ARCE Structures
Experience Summary
With a strong background of 40+ years, Jerome brings with him expert- level experience in managing, directing, and reviewing a wide range of construction projects. He is skilled in working in the capacity of a building official, senio r inspector, and plan reviewer. Jerome is skilled at the application of building practices, evaluating plans, resolving unexpected site conditions, and regulatory compliance issues involving federal, state, and local requirements. He works effectively with developers, engineers, architects, contractors, building officials, and other industry professionals. Jerome provides results and the highest level of service to all clients as well as excellent leadership, communication, and relationship building skills. He is a certified CAS p specialist and holds architectural licenses in both California and the State of Nevada.
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4LEAF Inc.
Senior Plans Examiner
2022 – Present
Jerome performs plan reviews f or residential and complex commercial project through out Northern California on behalf of 4LEAF.
Napa County PBES (Building Division)
Plans and Permit Supervisor
March – July 2021
• Worked with report directly to the process impro vement and code enforcement manager of PBES Napa County on matters related to problematic code enforcement cases including project field visits and resolutions , stakeholders stakeholder meetings, requested a pplicant meetings, alternative means applications, fee studies/construction valuation estimates prepared for FEMA grant requests, and related CALOES.
• Worked with policy and municipal code revisions for public works as well as aid surrounding jurisdictions.
• Worked as required on sensitive politically driven projects requiring resolutions.
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• Supervised plans ex aminers and reviewed complex multi -occupancy projects including wineries combined with caves as well as processing and reviewing extensive numbers of 7 -day expedited Fire Rebuild projects, and other project typologies.
• Reviewed grading permits for the applications.
• Supervised over the counter permitting, and quick permits while managing standard permits as well as all outside consultant assignments and fire rebuilds.
Napa County PBES (Building Division)
Plans Examiner
2015 – 2017
• Performed plan review on construction documents and specifications for buildings and structures proposed for construction including alterations and additions in accordance with the California series of building codes utilizing state and local ordinances. • Prepared written comments relating required code compliance corrections, omissions, and lack of construction document coordination between drawings and specifications including structural calculations and drawings, architectural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, T -24, and the California Green Code.
• Obtained CASp certification and reviewed submittals for accessibility compliance and would occasionally go into the field to perform acce ssibility inspections for compliance with applicable codes and construction documents.
El Dorado Savings Bank
Architect
1997 - 2021
• Provided architectural services such as design/construction documents, permit processing, construction administration, existing facilities for code and accessibility compliance. • Designed/Prepared construction docu ments, processed permits as their agent, and provided construction administration for 8 new structures (banks and a warehouse operation building). • Represented c lient on sensitive agricultural issues in development stages of many of their projects including wetlands mitigation banking and working with the army core of engineers for approval including administration of all required environmental studies associated with developing projects.
PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES,
RFP BS-24-05-SP
SECTION D
REFERENCES
CITY OF FONTANA
4LEAF, INC.
TO THE
PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE
Proposal to Provide Plan Review and Inspection services to the City of Fontana, RFP BS-24-05-SP Page 48 Section D: References August 17, 2023
SECTION D: REFERENCES
Agency Name: City of Rialto
Contact Name: Jesse Sanchez, Building Official
Contact Telephone: (909) 820-2689
Contact Email: [email protected]
Services: Fire & Building Plan Review, Inspection, and Permit Technician Services Date of Service: 2021 - Present
Agency Name: City of Victorville
Contact Name: Joseph Sleghers, CBO, CFM, Building and Fire Official Contact Telephone: (760) 662-3103
Contact Email: [email protected]
Services: Building Inspection and Fire Prevention Services Date of Service: 2018 - Present
Agency Name: County of Los Angeles
Contact Name: Justin Soo Hoo, P.E.
Contact Telephone: (626) 485-5100
Contact Email: [email protected]
Services: Building Inspection and On-Call Permit Technician Services Date of Service: 2019 - Present
PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES,
RFP BS-24-05-SP
SECTION E
AUTHORIZATION
CITY OF FONTANA
4LEAF, INC.
TO THE
PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE
Proposal to Provide Plan Review and Inspection services to the City of Fontana, RFP BS-24-05-SP Page 49 Section E: Authorization August 17, 2023
SECTION E: AUTHORIZATION
I, Kevin J. Duggan, President, state that I am an official authorized to bind the firm . 4LEAF’s proposal to provide Plan Review and Inspection Services for the City of Fontana shall remain effective for a minimum of ninety (90) days beyond the date of submittal.
Sincerely,
4LEAF, Inc.
Kevin J. Duggan
President
PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES,
RFP BS-24-05-SP
SECTION F
INSURANCE
CITY OF FONTANA
4LEAF, INC.
TO THE
PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE
Proposal to Provide Plan Review and Inspection services to the City of Fontana, RFP BS-24-05-SP Page 50 Section F: Insurance August 17, 2023
SECTION F: INSURANCE
4LEAF has reviewed the Indemnification and I nsurance requirements in the consultant services agreement. 4LEAF agrees to provide the required insurance coverage and understands that coverage is a prerequisite for entering into an agreement with the City. Please see attached proof of coverage specific to the City of Fontana.
PLAN REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES,
RFP BS-24-05-SP
SECTION G
PROFESSIONAL FEE
CITY OF FONTANA
4LEAF, INC.
TO THE
PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE
Proposal to Provide Plan Review and Inspection services to the City of Fontana, RFP BS-24-05-SP Page 51 Section G: Professional Fee August 17, 2023
COST PROPOSAL
FY2023-2024 FEE SCHEDULE & BASIS OF CHARGES
FOR THE CITY OF FONTANA
All Rates are Subject to Basis of Charges
PLAN REVIEW COST STRUCTURE NOTES
Plan Review Percentage: 70%
(Inclusive of all disciplines except Fire and Civil which are billed on an hourly basis)
Hourly Plan Review: $130 Non-Structural Review
$150 Structural Review
Fee includes:
Initial review and t wo (2) rechecks . Hourly
charges appl y after three (3) or more
rechecks.
Shipping, courier, and electronic service.
Building
Structural Plan Review Engineer ........................................................................................................ $150/hour Non-Structural Plans Examiner .......................................................................................................... $130/hour Certified Access Specialist (CASp) Inspector ...................................................................................... $155/hour Certified Access Specialist (CASp) Plans Examiner ............................................................................. $155/hour Senior Combination Building Inspector (Building Inspector III) ......................................................... $125/hour Commercial Building Inspector (Building Inspector II) ...................................................................... $115/hour Residential Building Inspector (Building Inspector I) .......................................................................... $105/hour Supervising Inspector of Record ......................................................................................................... $169/hour Inspector of Record ............................................................................................................................ $149/hour DSA Class 1 / OSHPD A Inspector ....................................................................................................... $175/hour DSA Class 2 / OSHPD B Inspector ....................................................................................................... $145/hour DSA Class 3 / OSHPD C Inspector........................................................................................................ $103/hour Hourly overtime charge per inspector ....................................................................................... 1.5 x hourly rate Mileage (for inspections performed within the City) ........................................................................ IRS Rate + 20%
BASIS OF CHARGES
Rates are inclusive of “tools of the trade” such as forms, telephones, and consumables. • All invoicing will be submitted monthly.
• Staff A ugmentation work (excluding plan r eview) is s ubject to 4 -hour minimum charges unless stated otherwise. Services billed in 4-hour increments.
• Most plan reviews will be done in 10 business days or less and 5 business days or less for re-checks. This is not inclusive of holidays or the day of the pick-up of plans. • Expedited reviews will be billed at 1.5x the plan review fee listed in the fee schedule. Return time will be within seven (7) days of receipt of the plans from the City. • Plan review of deferred submittals & revisions will be billed at the hourly rates listed.
Proposal to Provide Plan Review and Inspection services to the City of Fontana, RFP BS-24-05-SP Page 52 Section G: Professional Fee August 17, 2023
• All plan rev iew ser vices will be subje ct to a $25 0.00 min imum fee if percent age-based fee o r 2-hour minimum charge if hourly rates apply.
• Larger complex plan reviews can be negotiated to achieve the best possible pricing. • All plan review services will be subject to 2-hour minimum fee. • All plan review services are billed on a percentage basis and includes the initial review and 2 rechecks. - Plan reviews will be billed on an hourly basis only after the initial review and 2 rechecks unless otherwise agreed upon on a case-by-case basis.
- Fire and Civ il Reviews are billed on an hourly basis and are not inc luded in our plan review percentage.
• These above rates reflect the FY2023-2024 contract period. 4LEAF assumes a 3% escalation for FY2024- 2025, FY2025-2026, upon market conditions.
• Overtime and Premium time will be charged as follows:
- Regular time (work begun after 5AM or before 4PM) 1 x hourly rate - Nighttime (work begun after 4PM or before 5AM) 1.125 x hourly rate - Overtime (over 8-hour M-F or Saturdays) 1.5 x hourly rate - Overtime (over 8 hours Sat or 1st 8-hour Sun) 2 x hourly rate - Overtime (over 8 hours Sun or Holidays) 3 x hourly rate • Overtime will only be billed with prior authorization of the Director or other designated City personnel. • All work with less than 8 hours rest between shifts will be charged the appropriate overtime rate. • Mileage driven during the course of Inspections will be charged at cost plus 20%. • Payment due on receipt. All payments over 30 days will be assessed a 1.5% interest charge. • Client shall pay attorneys’ fees, or other costs incurred in collecting delinquent amounts. • Client agrees that 4LEAF’s liability will be limited to the value of services provided. • In accordance with California’s Meal Break and Rest Break Law requirements, Client will be billed one (1) additional hour per day at the regu lar rate for each misse d meal or rest break due to Cli ent-directed tasks or requirements. Client sho uld allow 4LEAF’s non -exempt, hourly employees t he opportunity to take their entitled rest and meal breaks during each work shift.