Palmdale City Council
August 4, 2026

BACKGROUND
The Building & Safety Division utilizes qualified consultant firms to provide plan review and related professional services in support of development activity throughout the city.

These services supplement City staffing resources, provide flexibility to address fluctuations in workload, and ensure the continued delivery of timely, efficient, and responsive review and permitting services for residents, businesses, and t he development community.

To ensure the continued availability of these specialized services, on February 24, 2026, the City issued Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 26 -001-6110 through the PlanetBids procurement system to solicit firms to provide Building & Safety consulting services. The services requested include, but are not limited to, plan review and staffing services associated with the implementation and enforcement of the City’s adopted building, safety, and development codes and regulations. Followi ng a competitive selection process, proposals were evaluated based on established criteria, and three firms were selected to provide the required services and support the City’s ongoing development review activities.

DISCUSSION
On March 26, 2026, eleven proposals were received. Consistent with the RFP procurement process, the evaluations prioritized the proposer’s organizational qualifications and experience, proposed staffing and management approach, technical proposal, and cost proposal. The table below summarizes the weighted evaluation criteria used in this process:

Criteria Available
Points
Organizational Structure, Qualifications, and Experience of Firm 30 Proposed Staffing and Management Plan 30
Technical Proposal 30
Cost Proposal 10
Total 100

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Each evaluator scored the proposals independently for the following firms:
* Average hourly rate calculated based on the Building Official, Building Inspector, and Plans Examiner classifications.

Two rounds of interviews with the top five firms, one virtual and one in-person, were conducted and the evaluators determined that Bureau Veritas North America, Inc., BPR Consulting Group, and Interwest Consulting Group each provide unique strengths and are highly qualified to perform the required Building & Safety consulting services.

Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. was selected for its leadership in building code education a nd implementation, including its role in I nternational Code Council (ICC) training, collaboration with California Building Official (CALBO), and experience assisting jurisdictions with new legislative requirements and policy development.

BPR Consulting Group was selected for its strong local presence, established relationships with neighboring jurisdictions, active involvement in ICC and industry organizations, and demonstrated commitment to supporting community development initiatives.

Rank Firm Location Average Hourly
Rate*
Percentage-
Based Option
1 Bureau Veritas
North America, Inc.

Sacramento, CA $133.00 65%
2 Interwest
Consulting Group
San Diego, CA $141.00 65%
3 BPR Consulting
Group
Ontario, CA $143.00 65%
4 Transtech
Engineers, Inc.

Chino, CA $163.00 NA
5 Willdan Industry, CA $138.00 NA
6 TRB and
Associates, Inc.

Long Beach, CA $148.00 65%
7 True North
Compliance
Services
Long Beach, CA
$136.00 65%
8 JAS Pacific Upland, CA $145.00 65%
9 4 Leaf, Inc. San Bernardino, CA $175.00 70%
10 CSG Consultants,
Inc.

Irvine, CA $180.00 70%
11 FEI Associates
Consulting
Engineers
Chino, CA
$61.00 NA
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Interwest Consu lting Group offers a large pool of certified personnel with extensive municipal experience. Their established relationships with governing agencies and knowledge of evolving code requirements provide valuable expertise in supporting the City's Building & Safety operations.

Given the unique qualifications and specialized expertise offered by each firm, staff recommend awarding agreements to the selected firms. A multi -award consultant pool will provide the flexibility to assign work based on project require ments, consultant expertise, and availability, while allowing the City to negotiate competitive pricing for larger, more complex projects. This approach will strengthen the Division’s ability to respond to ongoing development activity and fluctuating permit volumes, ensure access to qualified resources when additional capacity is needed, minimize service disruptions, and maintain timely, consistent delivery of Building & Safety services.

FISCAL IMPACT

$2,250,000; Comprised of $750,000 for each agreement. Consultant services are utilized on an as-needed basis, with no minimum guarantee of work. C onsultant compensation for plan review is funded through the plan review fees collected from applicants. Funding beyond the current adopted budget is subject to future budget appropriations approved by the City Council.

STRATEGIC PLAN

Goal II: Ensure long-term fiscal health of the City and maintain funding for services.

A. Manage resources, costs, and liabilities to ensure the City’s long-term fiscal health.

Prepared by: Megan Taggart, Director of Economic &
Community Development
Certified as to availability of Funds: Janelle Samson, Deputy City Manager Approved by: Salvador Mendez, City Manager
Approved as to form: Alexandra Severino, City Attorney

ATTACHMENTS

Agrmt No. A-9964 with Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.

Proposal Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.

Cost Estimate Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.

Agrmt No. A-9965 with BPR Consulting Group
Proposal BPR Consulting Group
Cost Estimate BPR Consulting Group
Agrmt No. A-9966 with Interwest Consulting Group
Proposal Interwest Consulting Group
Cost Estimate Interwest Consulting Group
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AGREEMENT NO. A-9964

CONTRACT FOR SERVICES

BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALMDALE AND BUREAU VERITAS NORTH
AMERICA, INC.

This CONTRACT for services (“Contract” herein) is made and entered into by and between the City of Palmdale, a public body corporate and politic, (hereinafter called “CITY”), and BUREAU VERITAS NORTH AMERICA, INC., a CORPORATION , (hereinafter called “CONTRACTOR”). This Contract shall become effective on the date of the last signatory.

RECITALS
WHEREAS, CONTRACTOR represents that CONTRACTOR has the expertise and is qualified to perform the services described in this Contract.

NOW THEREFORE, CITY and CONTRACTOR, in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, agree as follows:
1 City Project Manager
To provide the services required by this Contract, CONTRACTOR shall act under the authority and approval of Economic and Community Development Director/designee, who shall oversee this Contract, the work performed by CONTRACTOR, assist CONTRACTOR with any necessary information, audit billings, and approve payments. The CONTRACTOR shall channel all contacts and requests through the City project manager.
2 Description Of Work

2.1 CONTRACTOR shall provide the following services in a manner satisfactory to CITY:

The selected Consultant(s) shall provide plan check services, building inspections Building Official and community development technician services as requested by the City. Such services shall include enforcement of the City’s building laws and codes and all applicable California Codes; review of construction drawings to assure compliance with City and California adopted laws and codes; interfacing with permit applicants and community development staff; and conducting inspections. Specific projects may include residential, non-residential, and commercial projects, or any other project type as assigned. Any single job may require one or subsequent reviews of submitted plans. Type of proposed plan check work may include new construction, tract housing, ADU’s, remodels, additions, green building, LEED construction, disabled access compliance, flood zone construction, and public nuisance abatement.

1. Plan Review
Consultant, upon request of the City, shall review complex as well as common place commercial/industrial and residential projects for compliance with all applicable California Building Codes as amended by the City of Palmdale, including:
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•Structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing; •Green, energy, and accessibility;
•Provide engineering consultation services for non-engineer City plan check staff.

Plan review letter comments shall be specific, detailed, complete, and reference plan sheet and plan check numbers and code sections where applicable. Consultant shall be responsible for the following tasks:
•Issuance of written corrections using the City’s Accela/DigEPlan review software; •Provide subsequent oral and written communications with project representatives as needed to provide code interpretations and obtain plan approvals; •Complete initial plan reviews within 14 days of receiving the drawings.

Subsequent reviews shall be completed within 8 days;
•Expedited plan review services completed within 5 days of receiving the drawings. Any subsequent review shall be completed within 4 days; •Complete field inspections and reports within 14 days; •Consultant, upon request of the City, shall attend any required meetings connected with the plan review or field inspection of City projects; •Consultant, upon request of the City, shall provide transportation to and from the field
inspection locations when required.
•Consultant, upon request of the City, shall attend meetings, including but not limited to Development Advisory Board (DAB) meetings, and preliminary submission meetings held for special projects.

When satisfied that the plans comply with the applicable City and State laws, Consultant shall approve plans, stamp the plans, and upload plans to the City's Accela platform for permit issuance. Once uploaded, the Consultant shall notify both the applicant and the City plan reviewers.

2. Building Inspection
Consultant, upon request of the City, shall:
•Provide building inspection services during the course of construction to enforce compliance with the conditions of approval, provisions of the City’s building laws, and code requirements set forth on the approved plans for which a permit was issued. In the performance of such duties, the Consultant shall observe each project at the completion of the various stages of construction for compliance with the appropriate City and State code.
•Specialty field inspections and reports by plan check staff are completed within 3 to 5 days of approved plans.
•Perform technical work in the Economic and Community Development Department’s Building and Safety Division.
•Inspect residential, rental, and commercial/industrial structural building systems at various stages of construction, alteration, and repair to assure compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations. •Maintain a variety of inspection-related records and reports using the City of Palmdale permit software, Permits Plus, and/or Accela.
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•In the event of a catastrophe or emergency, provide inspections to assist the City with building safety assessments and provide emergency plan check and inspection services.

3. Contract Community Development Technician
Consultant, upon request of the City:
•Calculate fees and issue building, T.I, residential combo, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, sewer, demolition, industrial waste, and combo commercial permits. •Use permitting and plan check software to issue and route plans. •Assist the public on the phone and in person regarding questions or processing permits and questions on local, state, and federal regulations on current City building codes, ordinances, documents, standards, and guidelines.

4. Building Official
Consultant, upon request of the City, shall:
• The Building Official assigned shall be subject to CALPERS reporting requirements. •Serve as the designated authority charged with the administration and enforcement of local, state, and federal codes, ordinances, and regulations for all buildings and structures; administers the plan review and inspection process of building construction and alterations.
•Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of the Building & Safety Division. •Assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.
•Direct and participate in the development, implementation, and modification of the plan checking and building inspection policies and procedures of the City. •Monitor trends, legislation, and standard practices, and advise the Director of Economic and Community Development on appropriate Building and Safety codes, policies, procedures, and practices to adopt.
•Prepare and process updates to the Building Code and related codes needed. •Provide any other services as may be necessary for the administration and enforcement
of the California Building Code and related codes, and application provisions of the Palmdale Municipal Code.
•Assist with and implement new procedures and processes, such as the permit/plan review tracking system.
•Confer with developers, architects, engineers, and others regarding building codes and ordinance requirements.
•Direct and participate in the review and modification of all applicable codes, rules, and regulations.
•Coordinate building safety services, activities, and meetings with other divisions and departments of the City.
•Review engineered plans for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. •Review and approve all projects prior to permit issuance. •Appear before agencies, business and civic groups, and other organizations in the presentation and discussion of building and safety-related problems, proposals, projects, and policies.
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•Serve as staff and provide recommendations to various City and citizen advisory committees, boards, and committees as assigned.
•Direct and participate in the presentation and administration of the department budget.
•Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the department.
•Perform related duties as assigned.

5. Selection of Work
The City may request the contracted Consultant(s) to provide quotes and/or negotiate prices on larger or specialty projects on a project-by-project basis. The City’s intent is to solicit competitive quotes from contracted Consultant(s) with the lowest price quote for specific projects and services; however, multiple quotes may be requested from several contracted Consultant(s) for a single project and/or the same project and determination will be based on the Consultant’s expertise in specific disciplines, availability of consultant’s staff, specified hourly rate for specific projects, and other related qualifications as determined by the City Building Official and/or Plan Checker.

There is no minimum guarantee of work. The consultant shall be required to provide all invoices for the previous month, no later than the 15th of every month following services rendered to ensure proper billing.

2.2 CONTRACTOR shall have no claim for compensation for any services or work, which has not been authorized by CITY’s Authorization to Proceed.

2.3 CONTRACTOR shall not accept any change of scope, or change in contract provisions, to this Contract unless issued in writing, as a contract change order or amendment and signed by CITY. Any extensions of time must be mutually agreed upon in writing and executed by both parties.

2.4 CONTRACTOR shall maintain in current status all Federal, State, and local licenses and permits required for the operation of the business conducted by the CONTRACTOR as applicable to this contract.

2.5 All work supplied under this Contract shall be fully guaranteed by CONTRACTOR for the duration of the project. Any defects of design, workmanship, or materials that would result in non-compliance with the Contract specifications shall be fully corrected by CONTRACTOR (including parts and labor) without cost to CITY.

The written warranty shall be included with the delivered products to the using Department.

2.6 CITY shall provide to CONTRACTOR, without charge, all data, program information, including reports, records, maps, and other information, now in CITY’s possession, which may facilitate the timely performance of the work. 3 Contractor's Key Personnel
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3.1 Key Staff. CITY reserves the right to review and approve CONTRACTOR’S staff including all subcontractors to be assigned to any project by CONTRACTOR during the term of this Contract.

This Contract has been awarded to CONTRACTOR based partially on the key personnel proposed to perform the services required herein. CONTRACTOR shall not change nor substitute any of these key staff for work on this Contract without prior written approval by CITY.

CONTRACTOR’s Team and Key Personnel are as follows:

Trang Huynh - Building and Safety Division Manager
Matthew Godinez - Operations Manager
Joe Chao - Regional Manager
This Services Contract has been awarded to CONTRACTOR based on its representation that those personnel and subcontractors submitted as part of its bid and listed above will perform the portions of the work listed above.

CONTRACTOR shall not deviate nor substitute any of these team members without prior written approval by CITY.

3.2 Subcontractors. During the performance of the Agreement, CONTRACTOR may engage such additional SUBCONTRACTORS as may be required for the timely completion of this Agreement. In the event of subcontracting, the sole responsibility for fulfillment of all terms and conditions of this Agreement rests with CONTRACTOR.

CONTRACTOR shall not enter into any Subcontract under this Contract for the performance of this Contract without the advance written approval of CITY. The subcontract shall incorporate by reference the terms and conditions of this Contract.

3.3 Direct Responsibility. All services required under this Contract shall be performed by CONTRACTOR, or under CONTRACTOR’s direct supervision, and all personnel shall possess the qualifications, permits and licenses required by State and local law to perform such services.

3.3.1 CONTRACTOR shall be solely responsible for the satisfactory work performance of all personnel engaged in performing services required by this Contract, and compliance with all reasonable performance standards established by CITY.

3.3.2 CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for payment of all CONTRACTOR’s employees’ and subcontractor’s wages and benefits and shall comply with all requirements pertaining to the employer’s liability, workers’ compensation, unemployment insurance, and Social Security.

3.3.3 CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and hold harmless CITY, and its respective officers, agents and employees from and against all claims, demands, damages or costs arising from CONTRACTOR’s acts or omissions with respect to any liability, damages, claims, costs and expenses of any nature arising from alleged violations of personnel practices.
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3.4 Standards of Performance. CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of its services and work and documents resulting there from, and CITY shall not be responsible for discovering deficiencies therein.

CONTRACTOR shall correct any such deficiencies or errors without additional compensation and without cost to CITY, except to the extent any such deficiency is directly attributable to deficiencies in CITY-furnished information.

4 Contract Term

The term of this Contract is TWO (2) YEARS, commencing on the effective date, with CITY reserving the option to extend the agreement for 3 additional terms of one year each.

5 Acceptance And Documentation
Each task shall be reviewed and approved by the Contract Project Manager to determine acceptable completion.

5.1 Records. The CONTRACTOR shall retain and shall contractually require each SUBCONTRACTOR to retain all data and other “records” relating to the acquisition and performance of the Contract for a period of five years after the completion of the Contract.

5.2 Property of CITY. All materials, including reports, computer programs and other deliverables, supplied or created under this Contract are the sole property of CITY. CONTRACTOR is not entitled to a patent or copyright on those materials and may not transfer the patent or copyright to anyone else. CONTRACTOR shall not use or release these materials without the prior written consent of CITY.

5.3 Products. All equipment, materials, parts, and other components incorporated in the work or services performed pursuant to this Contract shall be new, or the latest model and of the most suitable grade for the purpose intended. All work shall be performed in a skilled and workmanlike manner. 6 Price
CITY shall pay to CONTRACTOR an amount not to exceed Seven Hundred and Fifty Thousand dollars ($750000) for the completion of all the work and services described in Section 2, which sum shall include all costs or expenses incurred by CONTRACTOR, payable as follows:

See Exhibit J (Fee Schedule)

6.1 An application for payment form must be submitted to CITY which shall include the following: a clear, detailed invoice reflecting work being billed for, a summary sheet showing percentage of work completed to date, amount/percent billed to date and current status of all tasks within a project; any/all backup documentation supporting the above items. Work schedule updates must also be included with the payment requests.

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6.2 CONTRACTOR shall maintain adequate records and shall permit inspection and audit by CITY of CONTRACTOR’s charges under this Contract.

CONTRACTOR shall make such records available to CITY during normal business hours upon reasonable notice. Nothing herein shall convert such records into public records, and they will be available only to CITY and any specified public agencies.

Such records shall be maintained by CONTRACTOR for five (5) years following completion of the work under this Contract unless a longer period of time is required by state or federal law, in which event CONTRACTOR shall retain its records for the time required by such laws.

6.3 Payment. A separate invoice shall be issued for each shipment of material or service performed, and no payment will be issued prior to receipt of material and/or completion of specified services and receipt of a correct invoice. 7 Taxes

7.1 CONTRACTOR shall pay all sales, consumer, use, and other similar taxes required to be paid by CONTRACTOR in accordance with state and local laws.

7.2 CONTRACTOR is an independent contractor and shall have no power or authority to incur any debt, obligation, or liability on behalf of CITY. No person employed by CONTRACTOR or acting on its behalf, in connection with this Contract shall be considered the Agent or employee of CITY.

7.3 CONTRACTOR shall be required to obtain a current City of Palmdale business license, as required by the Palmdale Municipal Code, before an Authorization to Proceed is issued.

7.4 When equipment, materials or supplies generally taxable to CONTRACTOR are eligible for a tax exemption due to the nature of the work, CONTRACTOR shall assist the City in applying for and obtaining such tax credits and exemptions, which shall be paid or credited to the City. 8 Patent Fees And Royalties
CONTRACTOR shall pay all license fees and royalties and assume all costs incident to the use, in the performance of the work or the incorporation in the work of any invention, design, process, program, product or device which is the subject of patent rights or copyrights held by others. If a particular invention, design, process, program, product or device is specified in the contract documents for use in the performance of the work and if, to the actual knowledge of CITY, its use is subject to patent rights or copyrights calling for the payment of any license fee or royalty to others, the existence of such rights shall be disclosed by CITY in the contract documents.

CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and hold harmless CITY and anyone directly or indirectly employed by CITY from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising out of any infringement of patent rights or copyrights incident to the use in the performance of the work, or resulting from the incorporation in the work of any invention, design, process, program, product or device not specified in the contract documents, and shall defend all such claims in connection with any alleged infringement of such rights. 7-15Concord - Document ID: 033sqtU6TH2Z70xdD2p75z
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9 Indemnification
To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONTRACTOR and any subcontractors working on its behalf agree to indemnify CITY, its officers, employees, agents and elected and appointed boards (hereinafter “Indemnified Parties”) for any loss, claim, demand, cause of action, cost, expense, damage, obligation or liability which arises out of or is in any way connected with the performance of any work under this agreement, including any acts or omissions, willful misconduct or negligent conduct, whether active or passive, on the part of CONTRACTOR, or its subcontractors, and regardless of any acts, omissions or negligence (whether active or passive) of any person or entity indemnified hereunder. At their own expense, CONTRACTOR and, as applicable, any subcontractors working on its behalf, shall defend any suit, claim or action against the Indemnified Parties founded upon such loss, claim, demand, cause of action, cost, expense, damage, obligation or liability. CONTRACTOR shall ensure that the contract of any subcontractor working under this agreement contain an indemnity agreement, requiring the subcontractor to indemnify and defend the Indemnified Parties pursuant the terms set forth above. CONTRACTOR shall indemnify the Indemnified Parties, and save it harmless from any and all loss, damage, costs, expenses and attorney's fees suffered or incurred on account of any breach of the aforesaid obligations and covenants, and any other provision or covenant of this agreement.
10 Insurance

10.1 CONTRACTOR, at its expense, shall maintain in effect at all times during the performance of work under this Contract not less than the following coverage and limits of insurance, which shall be maintained with insurers listed “A” or better in the Best’s Insurance Guide and authorized to do business in the State of California.

Proof of Insurance, as identified in Section 10.8, must be reviewed and accepted by the City Attorney.

10.1.1 Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability
Workers’ Compensation -- coverage as required by the State of California Employer’s Liability
$1,000,000 each accident
$1,000,000.00 policy limit bodily injury
$1,000,000.00 each employee bodily injury by disease

10.1.2 Commercial General Liability
$2,000,000.00 limit on a per occurrence basis
$4,000,000.00 general aggregate limit

10.1.3 Commercial Automobile Liability
$2,000,000.00 combined single limit including owned, non-owned and hired automobile coverage

10.1.4 Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions)*
$2,000,000.00 per occurrence

10.1.5 Cyber Liability*
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$2,000,000 limit on a per occurrence basis

10.2 All of CONTRACTOR’s policies shall contain an endorsement providing that written notice shall be given to CITY at least thirty (30) calendar days prior to termination, cancellation, or reduction of coverage in the policy.

10.3 Policies providing for bodily injury and property damage coverage shall contain the following:

A. An endorsement extending coverage to the City as an additional insured, as respects liability arising out of the performance of any work under the Contract.

Such insurance shall be primary insurance, as respects the interest of the City, and any other insurance maintained by the City shall be considered excess coverage and not contributing insurance with the insurance required hereunder. The certificates shall state: “The City of Palmdale, Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale, Housing Authority, Industrial Development Authority, Airport Authority, their officers, agents, employees and volunteers are named as additional insured”.

B. “Severability of Interest” Clause.

10.4 Promptly upon execution of this Contract, and prior to commencement of any work, CONTRACTOR shall deliver to CITY certificates of insurance and endorsements to all required policies demonstrating that CONTRACTOR has the required coverage and showing the required named insured. Within five (5) days of written request from CITY, CONTRACTOR shall deliver to CITY full and complete copies of all insurance policies required by this Contract.

10.5 The requirements as to the types and limits of insurance to be maintained by CONTRACTOR are not intended to and shall not in any manner limit or qualify CONTRACTOR’s liabilities and obligations under this Contract.

10.6 Any policy or policies of insurance that CONTRACTOR elects to carry as insurance against loss or damage to its equipment and tools or other personal property used in the performance of this Contract shall include a provision waiving the insurer’s right of subrogation against CITY.

10.7 All insurance coverage must be maintained throughout the duration of this Contract.

10.8 Acceptable Proof of Insurance:

10.8.1 ACORD Certificate of Insurance listing all coverage, limits, deductibles and insured; and endorsements for all applicable coverage if agent has authority to issue it; or additional insured Form CG20100704 and CG20370704 or equivalent must be provided for general liability coverage. Additional insured form CA0001 must be provided for automobile liability coverage.

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issuance, policy endorsements and a corresponding Certificate of Insurance listing all insurers and coverage must be submitted to the City Attorney.

10.8.3 *When professional (E&O) and/or cyber liability coverage is provided on a “claims made basis”, CONSULTANT will continue to renew the insurance for a period of five (5) years after this Agreement expires or is terminated. Such insurance will have the same coverage and limits as the policy that was in effect during the term of this Agreement, and will cover CONSULTANT, or its officers, employees, or agents during the time this Agreement was in effect.

10.9 Notwithstanding any other provision of this Contract, CITY may immediately terminate this Contract if, at any time CONTRACTOR fails to maintain the required insurance for any period of time or fails to comply with any of the insurance requirements listed above.

10.10 CONTRACTOR shall require any and all subcontractors working on its behalf to provide insurance coverages and limits that are based on the scope of work and nature of risk being performed by the subcontractor. Any and all subcontractors working on behalf of CONTRACTOR shall be subject to all other insurance requirements that are stated herein.

Any deviation in this requirement will be CONTRACTOR's sole risk. CONTRACTOR's insurance requirements in Section 10 will not be impacted and/or limited by such deviation.

11 Termination Without Cause
City reserves the right to terminate this Contract or any part thereof for its sole convenience with fifteen (15) days written notice. In the event of such termination, CONTRACTOR shall immediately stop all work hereunder, and shall immediately cause any of its suppliers and subcontractors to cease such work. CONTRACTOR shall also surrender to CITY all finished or unfinished documents, processes, programs and other supplies and materials, which shall be City’s property. As compensation in full for services performed to the date of such termination, the CONTRACTOR shall receive an amount equal to the value of the work completed as of the termination date in accordance with the fee schedule or as negotiated between the parties. In no event shall the amount payable upon termination exceed the total maximum compensation provided for in this Contract.
12 Termination For Cause
If CITY determines that CONTRACTOR has failed to supply an adequate working force, or to provide services of proper quality, or has failed in any other respect to satisfactorily perform the services specified in this Contract, CITY shall give written notice to CONTRACTOR specifying all defaults to be remedied within thirty (30) days.

Such notice shall set forth the basis for CITY’s dissatisfaction and suggest corrective measures. If, after thirty days, CONTRACTOR has failed to implement appropriate corrective measures, CITY may elect to terminate this Contract in whole or in part. 10-15Concord - Document ID: 033sqtU6TH2Z70xdD2p75z
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12.1 In the event CITY terminates this Contract, in whole or in part, for cause, CITY may procure, upon such terms and in such manner, as it may deem appropriate, services similar to those terminated.

12.2 CONTRACTOR shall provide all finished or unfinished documents, data, studies, software, drawings, programs, processes, maps, photographs, reports, etc., prepared by CONTRACTOR within fifteen (15) working days after notice of termination. Upon such termination, CONTRACTOR shall be paid an amount equal to the value of the services provided and work performed as of the date of termination, taking into consideration the costs associated with hiring another CONTRACTOR to complete the services. In ascertaining the value of the work performed up to the date of termination, consideration shall be given to both completed work and work in progress, to complete and incomplete documents when such are delivered to CITY, and to authorized reimbursement expenses. The above is in addition to any other remedies available by law or equity to CITY.

12.3 If, after notice of termination of the Contract under the provisions of this Section 12, it is determined, for any reason, that CONTRACTOR was not in default, or that the default was excusable, then the rights and obligations of the parties shall be the same as if the notice of termination had been issued pursuant to Section 11. 13 Dispute Resolution
All claims, disputes, and other matters in question between CITY and CONTRACTOR arising out of or relating to this Contract or the breach thereof shall, to the extent reasonably feasible, be resolved through good faith negotiations between the parties. 14 Ownership And Delivery Of Work Product
All documents, data, reports, studies, analyses, field notes, investigations, plans, specifications, software, programs, manuals, instructions, and other materials of any nature, whether complete or incomplete, that are prepared, developed, or produced by CONTRACTOR or Contractor’s subcontractors in the performance of this Agreement (collectively, “Work Product”) shall be the exclusive property of the CITY.

All Work Product shall be delivered to or left with the CITY upon completion, expiration, or termination of this Agreement. Upon request, CONTRACTOR shall provide the CITY with originals and reproducible and electronic copies of all Work Product. Electronic copies shall be provided in an unprotected format that allows the CITY to copy, reproduce, modify, and use the Work Product without restriction. 15 Ownership Of Intellectual Property
The Work Product and all intellectual property rights therein shall be deemed “works made for hire” under the United States Copyright Act (17 U.S.C. § 101 et seq.), and the CITY shall be deemed the author and exclusive owner thereof, in perpetuity and worldwide.

To the extent any Work Product does not qualify as a work made for hire, CONTRACTOR hereby irrevocably assigns, transfers, and conveys to the CITY all right, title, and interest in and to such Work Product, including all copyrights, trademarks, patents, and other proprietary rights. CONTRACTOR consents to the 11-15Concord - Document ID: 033sqtU6TH2Z70xdD2p75z
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use of CONTRACTOR’s name in conjunction with the sale, use, performance, and distribution of Work Product, for any purpose and in any medium.

CONTRACTOR agrees to execute any documents and take any actions reasonably requested by the CITY to confirm or perfect the CITY'S ownership of such rights.

CONTRACTOR waives any and all moral rights or similar rights under California Civil Code section 980 or any other applicable law to the extent permitted by law. 16 Delegation And Assignment

16.1 CONTRACTOR shall not delegate or assign its duties or rights hereunder, either in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of CITY; provided, however, that claims for money due or to become due to CONTRACTOR from CITY under this Contract may be assigned to a bank, trust company or other financial institution without such approval.

16.2 Any assignment, delegation or subcontract shall be made in the name of CONTRACTOR and shall not bind or purport to bind CITY and shall not release CONTRACTOR from any obligations under this Contract including, but not limited to, the duty to properly supervise and coordinate the work of employees, assignees, delegates and subcontractors. No such assignment, delegation or subcontract shall result in any increase in the amount of total compensation payable to CONTRACTOR under this Contract.
17 Non-Discrimination And Equal Employment Opportunity

17.1 In performance of this Contract, CONTRACTOR shall not discriminate against any employee, subcontractor, or applicant for employment because of sex, color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, medical condition including the medical condition of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) or any condition related thereto, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or military and veteran status.

CONTRACTOR will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their sex, color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, medical condition including the medical condition of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) or any condition related thereto, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or military and veteran status . Affirmative action relating to employment shall include, but not be limited to the following:
employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship.
18 Financial Interest Certification

18.1 CONTRACTOR warrants that no person has been employed or retained to solicit or secure this Contract upon an agreement or understanding for a commission, percentage, brokerage or contingent fee; and that no officer or employee of the CITY has any interest, financially or otherwise, in CONTRACTOR’s firm. 12-15Concord - Document ID: 033sqtU6TH2Z70xdD2p75z
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18.2 For breach or violation of this warranty, CITY shall have the right to annul this Contract without liability or at its discretion to deduct from the Contract Price or consideration, the full amount of such commission, percentage, brokerage or contingent fee.
19 Conflict Of Interest

19.1 CONTRACTOR stipulates that its officers and employees do not now have a conflict of interest and it further agrees for itself, its officers and its employees that it will not contract for or accept employment for the performance of any work or services with any individual business, corporation or government unit that would create a conflict of interest in the performance of its obligations pursuant to this Contract or which would cause CONTRACTOR to be “financial interested” (as provided in California Government Code Section 1090 et seq. or 87100 et seq.) in any contract or decision made by CITY on any matter.

19.2 CONTRACTOR shall not employ any City official or employee to perform any work required pursuant to this Contract.

19.3 To the extent required by the City Manager or his designee, CONTRACTOR shall complete and file with the City Clerk a Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests disclosing any reportable property interests, income, gifts, investments, or business positions.
20 Compliance With Law

20.1 CONTRACTOR shall comply with all state and federal laws, including but not limited to, the requirement to hire only those persons authorized by federal law to work in the United States. If CONTRACTOR uses any subcontractors to complete this Contract, this same requirement shall be included in all subcontracts and strictly enforced by CONTRACTOR.

20.2 The law of the state of California shall govern this Contract. The venue of any legal action, either formal or informal, shall be the County of Los Angeles.

20.3 If applicable, CONTRACTOR acknowledges and understands it must comply with the prevailing wage requirements as set forth in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, as well as the execution of a Worker’s Compensation Certificate attached hereto as Exhibit “B” and incorporated herein by reference.

21 Notification And Access Revocation
The CONTRACTOR shall notify the CITY in writing prior to or no later than twenty- four (24) hours after, the termination, expiration, suspension, reassignment, or removal of any Contractor Personnel with access to the Project or Owner Resources.

For Contractor Personnel with Information Technology access, notification must be immediate, or the CITY may consider the CONTRACTOR to be in breach of contract.

Notice shall include the individual’s name, role, effective date and time of termination or removal, and systems or resources accessed.
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The CITY reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to immediately suspend or revoke access for any Contractor Personnel upon receipt of notice or upon CITY'S determination that such access is no longer required or appropriate. 22 Notices
Any notice required under this Contract shall be in writing, addressed to the appropriate party at its address on the signature page and given personally or by registered or certified mail postage prepaid, or by a commercial courier service. All notices shall be effective upon the date of receipt.
23 Entire Agreement And Amendments

23.1 This Contract is the complete Agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior proposals, agreements, and understandings between the parties and may not be modified or terminated orally.

23.2 No attempted waiver of any of the provisions hereof, nor any modification in the nature, extent or duration of the work to be performed by CONTRACTOR hereunder, shall be binding unless in writing and signed by the party against whom the same is sought to be enforced.

23.3 The failure of any party to enforce against another party any provision of this Contract shall not constitute a waiver of that party’s right to enforce such a provision at a later time, and shall not serve to vary the terms of this Contract. 24 Attorney’s Fees

If any action at law or in equity is brought to enforce or interpret any provisions of this Contract, the prevailing party in such action shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees, costs and necessary disbursements, in addition to such other relief as may be sought and awarded.

In Witness Whereof, the parties hereto have caused this Contract to be executed and attested by their respective officers thereunto duly authorized.

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CITY OF PALMDALE: BUREAU VERITAS NORTH AMERICA,
INC.:

Salvador Mendez
City Manager

Craig Baptista
Vice President

ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:

CITY OF PALMDALE
38250 Sierra Hwy
Palmdale, CA 93550

ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:

BUREAU VERITAS NORTH AMERICA,
INC.
180 Promenade Circle, Suite 150,
Sacramento, CA 95834
APPROVE AS TO FORM:

Alexandra Severino
City Attorney

ATTEST: If Corporation

Secretary
ATTEST:

Rochelle Scott
City Clerk

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■Certificate(s) and Endorsement(s) attached
■Confirmed business name on contract with certificate(s) ■Attached Agreement Checklist and met all requirements
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RESPONDENT SIGNATURE / COVER PAGE
RFP No.

Exhibit B
Title:

1. RESPONDENT
Fax:

Firm Name:

Contact Name:

Principal Address:

Local Address:

Phone:

Email:
[ ] Sole Proprietor [ ] Partnership [ ] Corporation [ ] Joint Venture Structure:

Tax ID No: California Contractor License No:

Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) Registration No.

Registration Date: Expiration Date:

2. Proposed working relationship between Respondent and subcontractor (if applicable):

3. Prices:

A. Prices shall be F.O.B. Destination or for the service rendered.

B. Payment Terms: Net 45
C. Proposers shall honor proposal prices for one hundred twenty (120) days or for the stated contract period whichever is longer.

4. All forms, certificates, and compliance requirements included in this RFQA are completed and duly submitted in the proposal response.

THIS PROPOSAL IS BEING SUBMITTED BY:

The undersigned offers and agrees to furnish the goods or services at the price(s) entered herein subject to the terms and conditions attached hereto. I CERTIFY that (1) the proposal document has been read and understood and that all of the conditions contained therein are acceptable, (2) I have thoroughly examined and become familiar with the specifications and/or scope of services outlined in this solicitation and further, to the best of my knowledge the information contained in this bid proposal is accurate and complete and that (3) I have the legal authority to commit this firm to a contractual agreement, (4) I acknowledge that all documents submitted pursuant to this RFQA will become a matter of public record.

Printed Name: Title:

Signature: Date:

Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.

Craig Baptista
180 Promenade Circle, Suite 150, Sacramento, CA 95834
250 N. Westlake Boulevard, Suite 150, Westlake Village, CA 91362 805.230.2888 916.725.8242
[email protected]
06-1689244 N/A
1000006523
07-02-2025 06-30-2026
N/A
Craig Baptista VP-West, Plan Check & Inspection
03-26-26
26-001-6110 As-Needed Plan Check, Community Development Technician, Building Inspection, and Building Official Services
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PROPOSAL FORPROPOSAL FOR

CITY OF PALMDALECITY OF PALMDALE
RFP NO. 26-001-6110RFP NO. 26-001-6110

AS-NEEDED PLAN CHECK, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN, AS-NEEDED PLAN CHECK, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN,

BUILDING INSPECTION AND BUILDING OFFICIAL SERVICESBUILDING INSPECTION AND BUILDING OFFICIAL SERVICES PRESENTED TO March 26, 2026
City of Palmdale
Purchasing Division
38250 Sierra Highway, 2nd Floor
Palmdale, CA 93550
P: 661-267-5455
E: [email protected]

CONTACT REGARDING THIS PROPOSAL
Craig Baptista, Vice President
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
250 N. Westlake Village Boulevard, Suite 150
Westlake Village, CA 91362
P . 916.514.4516 | C. 916.291.9151
E. [email protected]
Proposal No. 14340680
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cover Pages (Exhibit B - Respondent Signature/Cover Page) ......................................................................................1 Table of Contents ..................................................................................................................................................................3 Organization Structure, Qualifications, and Experience of Firm ..................................................................................7 Proposed Staffing and Management Plan .......................................................................................................................15 Technical Proposal................................................................................................................................................................18 Additional Information .........................................................................................................................................................134 Cost Proposal .........................................................................................................................................................................Submitted Separately Appendix - Forms ..................................................................................................................................................................140

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LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL
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March 26, 2026
City of Palmdale
Purchasing Division
38250 Sierra Highway, 2nd Floor
Palmdale, CA 93550
P: 661-267-5455
E: [email protected]
RE: RFP No. 26-001-6110 - As-Needed Plan Check, Community Development Technician, Building Inspection, and Building Official Services
Dear Purchasing Division,
On behalf of Bureau Veritas North America Inc. (BV), we are pleased to present our proposal highlighting our qualifications to provide As-Needed Plan Check, Community Development Technician, Building Inspection, and Building Official Services for the City of Palmdale (the City). Our proposal submission will emphasize our expertise and capacity to deliver on the scope of work requested in the City’s RFP . BV has a work history with the City, providing identical or similarly requested services since 2018. As a seamless extension to the City our professionals will continue to work directly with City staff, as well as applicants, designers, contractors, and the public to ensure all parties understand the applicable codes and regulations while maintaining a high level of consistency, customer service and professional courtesy. The City will continue to benefit from local staff that understand the unique needs of the City’s diverse communities.

We have the breadth and depth of resources, skills, and expertise needed to provide excellent deliverables. As a unique, single source consulting firm; building plan check and inspection services are some of our core service areas. We have a clear understanding of the scope of work to be performed under the City’s request and we are well versed in the local, state, and federal codes and requirements.

We offer optimal solutions to deliver quality services:
• Unparalleled plan review, inspection, development technician, and building official services by licensed and certified professionals • Proven experience and local presence in serving Southern California jurisdictions, including the City of Palmdale • Depth of resources to maximize flexibility and deliver quality services • Established relationships to ensure timely reviews, transparency and responsiveness • Electronic reviews, web-based document control, and best practices to consistently meet turnaround schedules • Close collaboration and frequent communication with our clients and applicants to ensure project success A unique feature of Bureau Veritas is that the whole company is subject to the high standards of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System. This system is applied to our entire operation and periodic audits certify the company continues to be in full compliance. This assures our clients that wherever our services are provided, they will be accurately prepared and the deliverables will be received in a timely manner. We possess the staff continuity, depth of resources, and proven track record for reliable, responsive service and timely reviews and our experience and expertise in providing these services to public jurisdictions make it the right choice for the City’s needs.

Our partnership with the City will be managed from our office in Westlake Village and augmented by six additional California offices.

Craig Baptista, Vice President will be the main contact for this proposal and has the full authority to bind the company to the contract and authorized to negotiate on behalf of the firm. Joe Chao, P .E., Regional Operatons Manager, will serve as your primary day-to-day contact. BV is willing to perform the services described in the RFP . All forms, certificates, and compliance requirements included in the RFP are completed and submitted within this proposal response. BV will not be utilizing subconsultants for the requested services. The proposal shall remain valid for a period of no less than 120 days from the date of submittal. We acknowledge all documents submitted pursuant to this RFP will become a matter of public record.

LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL

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LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL

BUREAU VERITAS 250 N Westlake Blvd, Suite 150 | Westlake Village, CA 91362 P . 805.230.2888 | www.bvna.com
Craig Baptista, Vice President - West
Plan Check & Inspection
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.

P . 916.514.4516 | C. 916.291.9151
E. [email protected]
Trang Huynh, P .E., C.B.O.

Building & Safety Division Manager
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.

P . 714.487.4223
E. [email protected]
Joe Chao, P .E.

Regional Manager
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.

P . 805.385.4246
E. [email protected]
6 BV looks forward to continuing our successful, professional relationship with the City by augmenting the department’s staff, promoting transparency in our work, improving efficiencies, and exceeding your expectations.

Sincerely,
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STRUCTURE,

QUALIFICATIONS, AND

EXPERIENCE OF FIRM
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FIRM BACKGROUND/ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Bureau Veritas is a multinational corporation with a history which includes over 198 years of providing worldwide regulatory compliance service to industry and governmental agencies. Founded in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a global leader in quality assurance, health, safety, and environmental (QHSE) solutions. Recognized and accredited by the largest national and international organizations and with over 82,000 employees, the firm has unparalleled resources to manage projects requiring a broad range of expertise across vast geographies.

With operations in 140 countries and all continents, Bureau Veritas draws on the synergies between its local teams and dedicated technical centers throughout the world. Our firm is consistent in our approach in giving clients a close-knit presence found in smaller firms while possessing the support of a national firm.

Many of the firm’s staff have been public agency employees or augmented public agency personnel who know and understand government processes. Consequently, BV is ready to step in immediately at whatever level the City requires and bring one integrated source to meet its needs. The firm has provided conceptual design review, plan review (building. mechanical, electrical, plumbing, civil and structural engineering; as well as fire, access compliance, historical codes, environmental health, retail food, public swimming pool, spa and architectural design services) and inspection services for more than 500 municipalities throughout the United States for more than four decades. BV has an extensive background in building services. The firm’s range of experience in this unique arena covers literally every key area of service defining a building department in today’s industry. The firm is skilled at helping existing building departments augment or refine their current level of client service or capable of crafting a department from the ground up.

Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. was incorporated in the State of Delaware on March 26, 2003. BV is a Delaware corporation founded in 2003. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bureau Veritas Holdings, Inc. (a Delaware corporation – founded in 1988), which in turn is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bureau Veritas S.A. (BVSA) (founded in 1828) a company publically traded on the Euronext. BVSA has one shareholder owning greater than ten percent (10%), Wendel Investissement S.A

CALIFORNIA OFFICE LOCATIONS
BV proposes a highly qualified, multi-faceted core team of professionals dedicated to assisting the City of Palmdale. The firm’s partnership with the City will be managed out of its office in Westlake Village (250 N. Westlake Village, Suite 150, Westlake Village, CA 91362) and augmented by staff located throughout the state as needed. This will facilitate quick and efficient responses to all service needs. BV takes pride in its deep pool of highly qualified building plan review and inspection experts.

BV’s offices are strategically located to minimize travel time between projects. The firm’s goal is to ensure the City’s projects will be efficiently managed in the most cost-effective manner possible. BV has assigned key personnel which are readily available to work on City projects.

WESTLAKE VILLAGE
250 N. Westlake Boulevard
Suite 150
WESTLAKE VILLAGE 91362
Tel: 805.230.2888

SACRAMENTO
(Regional Headquarters)
180 Promenade Circle
Suite 150
SACRAMENTO 95834
Tel: 916.725.4200

PASADENA
600 N. Rosemead Boulevard
Suite 205
PASADENA, CA 91107
Tel: 626.325.9800
IRVINE
220 Technology Drive
IRVINE 92618
Tel: 949.860.4800

SAN DIEGO
9988 Hibert Street
Suite 100
SAN DIEGO 92131
Tel: 858.863.2000

SANTA ROSA
111 Santa Rosa Avenue
Suite 230
SANTA ROSA 95404
Tel: 707.757.6650

SAN LUIS OBISPO
1411 Marsh Street
Suite 107
SAN LUIS OBISPO 93401
Tel: 805.792.1109
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KEY STAFF
Craig Baptista, M.B.A.

Vice President - West, Plan Check and
Inspection
Craig has exceptional experience building
and managing successful programs and
relationships with 22+ years of experience.

He is a skilled communicator capable of
articulating complex ideas in a concise and
persuasive manner. Craig has proven experience as a facilitator of solutions for client problems and is a strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into tactics. He is self-motivated, passionate and resourceful. Craig has expertise identifying client needs and is able to execute problems quickly by utilizing his professional business management skills.

Trang Huynh, P .E., C.B.O.

Building & Safety Division Manager
Leading our Southern California region
is Trang Huynh, an industry professional
with more than 43 years of experience
working in public and private services in
the capacity of executive director and plan
review engineer. Trang has implemented
public service programs and gained exceptional understanding and expertise in building and safety, community and economic development, public relations, redevelopment, financial and budget management, employee and organizational development, interfacing with state and local officials at all levels.

Joe Chao, P .E.

Regional Operations Manager
Joe has 11+ years of experience in
engineering. He reviews plans for various
counties and cities, consisting of small
additions/remodels, to moderate and
complex residential and commercial
projects, including site, architectural,
structural plans/calculations, Fire and Life Safety and Photovoltaic installations; checking for completeness, accuracy, and Code compliance with State and Local building codes.

LITIGATION AND CLAIMS
Please understand in the course of Bureau Veritas’ business meritless claims arise from time to time. It is the firm’s policy not to comment on any current claims or pending litigation.

However, without waiving its policy, the firm has no judgments, pending litigation, liens, or claims which would adversely impact the financial stability, insurability, or performance of professional services. As one of the largest firms providing professional testing, inspection, and code compliance services, Bureau Veritas is the recognized leader in its field worldwide. In the past (5) years, Bureau Veritas, and/or any principals or managers have not been involved in litigation or arbitration that would impact the performance of services under the requested RFP .

FINANCIAL COMPETENCY
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. has the necessary facilities, abilities, experience and financial resources to provide the services specified herein in a satisfactory and timely manner. Over the last five years, Bureau Veritas has demonstrated proven resilience to the effects of economic cycles. The Group has a solid financial structure. The very good health of all the financial markers is the result of several years of transformation that have led Bureau Veritas to become a resilient company, perfectly positioned to successfully and completely meet your needs.
(in millions of dollars) 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020
Revenue 7,222 5,867 5,651 4,981 4,601
Documentation of these financials is available upon request or available for download here: https://group.bureauveritas.com/ investorsfinancial-information/financial-reports
1,400+
Offices and Laboratories in 140 Countries
82,000+
Employees Worldwide
400,000
Clients Served in a Variety of Industries

5.8 Billion
Dollars in Annual Revenue
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EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
With over a century’s dedication to the exclusive pursuit of quality, there is no comparable firm in existence with more professional service experience than Bureau Veritas. The most important selection criteria for clients that choose Bureau Veritas is expertise.

Having provided QHSE services for over +198 years, we are the foremost expert in the field. Our greatest asset is our reputation.

That reputation comes from the best experts in the industry, all acting with the utmost integrity and ethics.

BV anticipates needs and responds with specific, immediate solutions to the challenges associated with construction projects.

Our professional members are dedicated to meeting a high standard of public service, crucial to effective delivery of building regulatory services. Consistency, responsiveness, efficiency, and a positive attitude are key components of our approach. BV has an extensive background in building services. Our range of experience in this unique arena covers literally every key area of service defining a building department in today’s industry. We are skilled at helping existing building departments augment or refine their current level of client service or capable of crafting a department from the ground up.
• Plan Review
• Inspections
• Development/Permitting Technical Services
• Staff Augmentation
• Code Interpretation
• Code Adoption and Ordinance Preparation
• Planning and Zoning Meeting Attendance
• City Council Meeting Attendance
• Building Official Duties
• Permit Tracking and Record Keeping
• Plan Reviewer, Inspector and Permit Tech Training
• Budget and Staffing Planning
• Pre-Design and Pre-Construction Meetings
• Designer and Builder Training
• Contractor Licensing
• Fee Schedule Evaluation and Updates
Our local presence allows us to provide timely delivery and exceptional customer service in the most cost-effective manner.

Our long-standing presence in Southern California and past experience working with regional municipalities has enabled us to gain the knowledge of the local area and to provide continuity, responsiveness to on-call assignments, and technical proficiency.

BV will bring a cooperative and creative problem solving approach to plan review. We fully understand our role as a team member committed to achieving successful projects for the City and its customers. Our team has considerable experience providing expedited and phased reviews on complex and unique projects such as custom residential, multifamily residential as well as inspections of complex projects such as Joshua Medical Center in the City of La Palma and Antelope Valley Courhouse in the County of Los Angeles, and several large scale projects.

The Right People Doing the Right Job
We have extensive resources and a large pool of licensed and certified building safety experts who are equipped to handle all of the City’s needs, including building and fire plan check, building inspection, permit and counter services, code enforcement, LEED review, ADA compliance, and building official services.

Our professionals have considerable experience in commercial, residential, industrial, energy, and institutional projects of all sizes and complexities, allowing them to tailor solutions specifically to the City’s needs.

BV and our proposed, locally-based staff for this contract have a long-established history working for the nearby municipalities to perform in-house and outside plan check, inspection, civil and other building department services. Consequently, we can leverage a breadth of code compliance and permit processing expertise to meet the needs of the City, and offer highly qualified engineers and ICC certified staff who are in close proximity and can quickly respond to the City’s needs.

What Sets BV Apart
BV understands while the company offers a wide range of services, not every client needs the same solutions. The firm’s ability to offer a variety of customizable services for each client makes BV an ideal partner. The firm is committed to timely and ongoing communication with both the City and applicants and is dedicated to working closely with stakeholders to address deficiencies in an effort to expedite the plan review and approval process. BV’s team will consistently share best practices and discuss resolutions to code interpretations and deficiencies. BV is justly suited to provide consulting services because the firm is solution oriented and possess:

Unparalleled Building Safety and Code Consulting Expertise • Consulting to 150+ agencies in the State of California • Proven turnkey engineering and building safety track record to more than 500 agencies nationally
• Project management and staff augmentation expertise
• Key staff which have assisted in the development and
implementation of the latest California codes
Depth of Resources and Proximity to Meet Peak Workloads • Building Plan Review and Inspection Services will be
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• Registered engineers and ICC certified staff with extensive code compliance expertise and experience
Best Practices and State-of-the-Art Processes to Consistently Meet Turnaround Schedules
• First U.S. firm to achieve IAS Certification for third party accreditation
• Comprehensive and formalized plan review procedure
• Award-winning web-based project tracking and controls • A commitment to early and ongoing communication
including pre-submittal meetings, one-on-one reviews, etc. to expedite the approval process
• Electronic plan review to save time, money, and paper - a GREEN solution

BUILDING OFFICIAL SERVICES OVERVIEW
The designated Building Official(s) are Certified Building Officials who are able to perform the requested scope of services, delivering responsive customer service excellence for the City.

The Building Official will be able to serve all the needs of the City, including responding promptly to emergency on-call services as needed. They will work directly with City staff to prepare acute interpretations of the Code requirements, to adopt and process new codes and their requirements, and to act as a general point of contact for the jurisdiction. They will also provide support and direction necessary to facilitate timely and efficient work amongst the jurisdictional staff and other departments. BV Certified Building Officials are able to analyze applicable ordinances and resolutions of jurisdictions and make recommendations for approval of appropriate code adoptions, amended as necessary in accordance with the applicable code, to implement an effective and compliant code enforcement program. They are current on applicable code requirements adopted at the state and federal levels and inform and implement as necessary for jurisdictional compliance. BV building officials will attend staff, board, and council meetings as required and mutually agreed upon. They will provide guidance for staff, architects, designers, and contractors to navigate the code. BV’s building official and support team will be up to date on code changes and will assist in implementing those changes. Typical duties of the building official can include, and at the request of the City:
• Manage and oversee the building department
• Perform on-site plan check and inspections as requested • Guide inspectors and plan reviewers on adopted codes and local amendments
• Make recommendations regarding local amendments
and code adoption Serve as liaison between BV and the
stakeholders
• Serve as liaison between the building department and other municipal departments
• Attendance at Municipal Commission Meetings,
• Planning Commission, Development, Review Board, and
Code Enforcement Meetings as needed / as requested and
agreed upon
• Report building department activities as requested and agreed upon
• Assess applicant and client satisfaction
• Attend pre-submittal meetings when needed
• Assist in improving the processes and procedures of the building department, if requested
• Inspections of construction site erosion control during building inspections
• Inter-agency coordination as needed
• All other relevant assignments relating to Plan Reviews, Building Code Administration, Permitting and Inspection Services, as requested

PLAN CHECK SERVICES OVERVIEW
BV is the largest plan review firm in the United States, providing full service code consulting and plan review services. The firm’s personnel have performed and managed plan review for thousands of projects. Project types include office and industrial, hotels, institutional occupancies, single-family tract and custom homes, tilt-up shells, tenant improvements, and infrastructure.

BV’s staff has considerable review experience of virtually any structure requiring permits, plan reviews, and inspections.

Geotechnical, lab testing, and other reports are considered in the plan review process. The firm is well positioned to meet the needs of the City and deliver discipline-specific plan reviews (e.g., structural, mechanical, access, electrical, drainage, green building code, historical code, etc.)
The firm has specific experience working through a variety of challenges including infill commercial development, adaptive reuse and change of occupancies of existing buildings, retrofit of un-reinforced masonry or soft-story buildings, large commercial shopping centers and mixed-use multi-family developments, live- work projects, and high tech, research and development facilities.

BV’s plan review services for the City shall endeavor to adhere to current codes, with detailed plan review letter comments, reference plan sheets numbers and code sections, and a copy (either paper or electronic) of the plan review corrections list are provided for each reviewed project. Services include recheck of plans after the applicant has made corrections, review and recheck of field changes, and deferred submittals and review and recheck of additional work on the project as needed.

BV has the capacity to deliver the following plan review services for compliance with all Federal and State laws, building and safety codes, Palmdale municipal codes and ordinances, and acceptable engineering practices:
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• Architectural, fire and life safety plans examination • Structural plans examination
• Energy code plans examination
• Soil report review
• Accessibility requirements including:
» Barrier free plans examination requirements
» Disabled access
» CASp
» ADA
• Mechanical, plumbing, and electrical
code plans examination
• Historical Building Code
• Review and approval of alternate materials,
alternative design and methods of construction
• Green Building and LEED consulting including:
» U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
» LEED submittal consultation
» California Association of Building
Energy Consultants (CABEC)
» Residential Energy Services Network (RESnet)
» Green building consulting including CAL Green
» ENERGY STAR verification
» Energy efficiency audits
• Civil plans examination including:
» Grading and drainage
» NPDES/SWPPP
» Development
» Infrastructure
» Water and wastewater
» Sewer including Onsite Wastewater
Treatment Systems (OWTS)
• Fire plan review including:
» Fire sprinkler/fire alarm
» Smoke detection and dampers
» Underground
Architectural Review
BV blends the knowledge of local conditions with a large pool of California licensed or certified building safety experts equipped to handle all building department needs. The firm is able to tailor its solutions specific to the City as a result of having provided plan review, inspection services, specialty reviews, and municipal administrative support for over 51 years.

Structural Review
BV is uniquely qualified and experienced in structural review and inspection. The firm has plan review and inspection personnel which have specialized experience with multifamily residential, hotels, resorts, retail, commercial, industrial, high-tech facilities, etc. BV has several experienced structural engineers on staff who are immediately available to tackle the City’s most complex projects.

BV can provide a complete structural review of design drawings, details, and calculations for both vertical loads and lateral seismic and wind forces, in accordance with the Palmdale municipal codes and California Building Code structural provisions.

Mechanical Review
The California Building Code is supported by ancillary codes such as the California Mechanical Code and any others specifically designated and adopted by the City. BV’s staff includes licensed and certified mechanical engineers and inspectors who have the knowledge, training, and experience necessary to review plans for compliance with these codes. Firm staff, who are available immediately to the City, have reviewed heating, cooling, distribution and return air systems, hoods, and product conveyance system plans for a variety of projects including single family residential, multi family residential, custom homes, resorts, and hotels.

Plumbing Review
The California Building Code is supported by ancillary codes such as the California Plumbing Code and any others specifically designated and adopted by the City. BV’s staff has the knowledge, training, and experience necessary to review plans and inspect construction for compliance with these codes. The firm has licensed and certified mechanical engineers on staff to assist with plumbing reviews when needed. Firm staff have reviewed fuel gas, medical gas, potable and non-potable water piping and waste piping systems, and rainwater system plans for single family residential, multi family residential, custom homes, resorts, and hotels.

Electrical Review
Electrical review and inspection to verify energy compliance is included in all projects in accordance with mandates from the applicable energy standards for non-residential construction. The firm has licensed and certified electrical engineers and inspectors with extensive plan review and inspection experience which have reviewed service installation, transformers, emergency power, panel distribution, single line diagrams, power, and lighting system plans for single family residential, multi family residential, custom homes, resorts, and hotels.

CASp and Disabled Access Review
BV has extensive experience and capability which will enable its staff to provide complete plan review and inspection utilizing individuals who posses CASp certification. BV has CASp certified individuals who are able to respond to the needs of the City quickly. The firm currently provides CASp certified individuals to jurisdictions in California to meet the requirements of SB 1608.

Additionally, BV has provided accessibility reviews and inspections of projects in City of Palmdale and the Southern California region.

Green Building and LEED Review
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development in California and are certified to review and inspect for energy codes. BV staff have reviewed plans, and inspected projects, which incorporate new technology, and complex energy code compliance. The firm has staff available to the City who are CAL Green as well as LEED AP Certified.

Civil/Grading Review - Optional
BV’s professional staff will familiarize themselves with all city, state, and federal requirements applicable to the project before beginning a review. Requirements for civil infrastructure originate from multiple sources including statutory requirements, local ordinances and design guidelines, federal requirements including ADA and NPDES, state requirements, and the requirements of any affected utilities, districts, or agencies.

Fire Plan Review - Optional
BV staff have the capacity to consult closely with the local Fire Department Chief or their designated representative on any areas which require code interpretation or where alternate methods are being proposed and considered. The firm’s proposed fire plan check engineers have specific experience working with multiple types of facilities to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and amendments, including CFC, CBC, the Adopted National Fire Protection Standards, the California Health and Safety Codes, CSFM, and U.L. BV’s experience includes written comments and verbal communication with applicants to better understand requirements and provide direction for compliance, as well as close communication with fire departments to clarify policies, code interpretations, plan review status, and procedures.

BV has reviewed hundreds of projects for fire safety components, including NFPA 13, NFPA 72, and NFPA 101, among others.

Electronic Plan Review
Electronic plan review uses a software which presents customers with a convenient alternative solution to printing and delivering paper plans to City offices at zero cost. This modern solution has become especially valuable as municipalities seek to continue service delivery to communities while focusing on health and safety.

The proposed personnel have extensive experience using many commonly used platforms such as Citizen Serve, TrackIT , Adobe, Cityworks, Energov, CityTech, ProjectDox, Bluebeam, Central Square, Accela, and e-PlanSoft.

As part of this process, plans are first submitted as PDF files via a secure and confidential FTP site in which the client also has access. Our staff then reviews these plans and places comments and redlines directly on the plans, corresponding to areas needing revisions.

Next, redlined plans with comments are forwarded to, or placed on, the secure FTP site for the designers, engineers, and architects.

Plans may be revised and resubmitted via the method described.

Once all items are resolved, hard copy plans are sent to BV for approval stamps and signatures. Finally, the stamped and signed approved drawings are sent to the jurisdiction for permitting.

Pick Up and Delivery
BV assumes responsibility for the pickup and return of plans. All plans shall be picked up from the City offices within 24 hours of notification. Should the volume of work be sufficient, we propose to establish regular pick up of plans on a consistent basis. We will also utilize shipping courier, at no additional cost to the City.

Upon completion of each plan review, we will forward a copy of the correction list to the City and the applicant, by mail. When corrected plans are resubmitted, the previous procedure will be followed or the applicant may schedule an office visit to go over any corrections in person. When plans are completed they are stamped, signed and forwarded by BV staff. Our transmittal forms are customized for use unique to the City.

We can also designate a BV team member to be the courier for plan pick-up, delivery, and return. Our Administrative Assistant can also provides administrative and clerical support to relieve department manager or staff of administrative details.

BUILDING INSPECTION SERVICES OVERVIEW
BV can provide inspection services for a single project that presents unique complexities due to its construction or size, or we can provide enough staff to handle all inspection services for an entire jurisdiction. Our building inspection services can be adjusted to provide a high level of coordination specifically suited to the design-build concept. Our inspectors are ICC certified and have extensive experience in the construction trades as well. Fast- track projects may be built into small phases based on incremental design and fabrication steps. In such cases, our inspection team keeps daily logs to track corrections and plan review changes.

BV’s inspection teams also provide on-call building inspection services to cover staff vacation time, peak work loads, specialized inspection activities, and any other situations that may arise.

These activities may include next-day inspections and same-day response to important or urgent requests.

BV can provide the The City with ICC certified personnel who will adhere to the following procedure to deliver building inspection services:
• Read and study project specifications, plans, and drawings to become familiar with project prior to inspection, ensuring structural or architectural changes have been stamped as approved by appropriate authority and recognizing the need for and requiring plan checks for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical code requirements.
• Perform and document inspections on construction
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ordinances, energy conservation, and disabled access
requirements including known local, city, County, state, and federal requirements.
• Review plans for building construction, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical details prior to making inspection.
• Bring to the attention of the City for approval of certain changes in building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical,
and related work consistent with code and ordinance
requirements.
• Participate in reviews with fire, health, and other government agency inspectors, as well as owners.
• Maintain a record of non-complying items and follow up to resolution of such items.
• Upon request, the firm will inspect existing buildings for substandard, unsafe conditions.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIANS
BV has the capacity to work with the City to seamlessly staff the public counter, issue counter permits, answer questions pertaining to inspections, plan approvals, business license and certificates of occupancy, while assisting the public with a high level of customer service. The firm’s staff will be trained and proficient in the City’s policies, procedures, administrative and technical regulations, and are familiar with various software systems.

BV’s assigned Commnity Development/Permit Technician will perform a variety of technical support duties and customer service related to the issuance of permits for the Building Division and in support of related services and activities of the Department.

Our assigned Permit Technician will provide customer service by phone, email, and at the public counter; perform preliminary review of plans and specifications for complete plan check submittal; review and process express permit applications; issue permits, and performs related duties, as needed. Permit processing and technician services include, but are not limited to:
• Interface with the public, internal staff, and related departments
• Review permit applications for completeness
• Accept, login, and route plans
• Calculate and/or collect fees
• Issue permits
• When authorized, review and issue counter permits
• Maintain permit records
• Use jurisdiction permitting programs and/or software

KEY PERSONNEL HIGHLIGHTS
Please see page 16 for the assigned key personnel as well as the Proposed Staffing and Management Plan and Technical Proposal sections for additional information, including resumes and relevant experience.
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Trang Huynh, P .E., C.B.O.Trang Huynh, P .E., C.B.O.

Building and Safety Division ManagerBuilding and Safety Division Manager Joe Chao, P .E.Joe Chao, P .E.

Regional Operations Manager/Plan Check EngineerRegional Operations Manager/Plan Check Engineer Primary Project Team

ASSIGNED KEY PERSONNEL
BV has assembled a team of experts who are equipped to facilitate the provision of exemplary deliverables associated with building and safety services to the City. Each individual brings a wealth of knowledge and experience and has been specifically chosen for their expertise in performing the required scope of work detailed in the request as well as their extensive list of certifications and licenses.

Resumes have been provided on the following pages. Personnel names and positions which have been highlighted in blue are the firm’s proposed key personnel for the City of Palmdale. Regional Operations Manager, Joe Chao, P .E., will be the primary points of contact for the City and overseeing the delivery of all services. Trang Huynh, P .E., C.B.O., will be the primary Building Official for the contract term.

Biographies of the firm’s leadership and primary staff are provided in the resumes, which may be found in the Technical Proposal section.

Management Team
Building Official
Trang Huynh, P .E., C.B.O. (Primary)
James Waters, C.B.O. (Secondary)
Plans Examiners
Glenn Kechejian, E.I. T .

Ernesto Pedroza, E.I. T .

Lana Kazama, E.I. T .

Golnaz Bastani
Mildred Renteria
Joe Medina
Plan Review Engineers
Henry Hadidi, Ph.D., S.E.

Troy Schmidt, S.E.

Armil Allahyarian, P .E.Armil Allahyarian, P .E.

Abteen Shirehijini, P .E.

Matthew Godinez, P .E.

Inspectors
Brian Meadows
Mark Boling
Aleta Francis
CASp
Ho-Jun Kong, CASp
Sal Gonzalez, CBO, CASp
Kevin Ruybal, C.B.O., CASp
Community Development/
Permit Technicians
Jeremy Huynh
Pam Wilkerson-Caver
Fire Prevention Team
Lisa M. Beaver, P .E.

Michael Skelly
Andrew Reiwitch
Michael Long
Dennis Long
Nehemiah O’Neal
Civil Plan Review Engineers
Matthew Addington, P .E., PLS, QSD/P
Benjamin Dela Cruz, P .E.

Carol Dugas, P .E.

Michael Foreman, P .L.S.

Craig Baptista, M.B.A.Craig Baptista, M.B.A.

Vice President Vice President
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CONFLICT AND ISSUE AVOIDANCE
BV’s approach to provide quality assurance for each team member’s performance, and to identify and resolve performance problems effectively. Performance Monitoring and Corrective Action are integral parts of project-specific QA/QC controls, as well project management approaches more broadly. So as to minimize issues for Clients, we have documented programs to ensure employees are technically qualified and trained to carry out their roles and responsibilities. BV’s approach to providing quality assurance for each team member’s performance requires communication and understanding of expectations and requirements. This is a multi-pronged approach and includes the features described below:

Example of Problem Resolution
Our inspectors have gained a wealth of experience working on all types of projects. We have worked with many of the past and current Project Managers and technical team and have learned what is expected of us.

Example #1

1. A recent learning experience: although a project had been approved per final inspection, if the system breaks and needs repair, those repairs are still under the responsibility of the Project Manager to inspect, document and photograph until which time a Certificate of Occupancy can be issued.

2. Upon discovery of the issues, BV worked with the contractor in collaborating with the engineer of record to evaluate and make recommendations of corrective actions.

3. BV verified the approved plans to determine the proper method of installations, and made recommendations for the proper repairs to the installations.

4. BV worked with the engineer of record on alternate methods/revisions on a solution where the incorrectly installed elements could be corrected in order to meet structural compliance.

BV has a steady flow of projects, and a large pool of resources to tap into should workload increase. Any project that comes in to our offices is reviewed on time, on budget and accurately. As a result of having a large staff, we are able to handle multiple projects large and small concurrently, without any negative impact to project turnaround times, project budgets, customer service or accuracy.

PERFORMING PROPOSED SERVICES
BV’s proposed key personnel will be available to perform the proposed services for the duration of the contract, on-site when requested by the City. BV acknowledges that no person designated as “key” to the proposed service shall be removed or replaced without the prior written concurence of the City. In addition, the City reserves the right to direct the proposer to remove any individual, including the key personnel, assigned to the resultant agreement.
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TEAM MEMBER CONTACT INFORMATION
The requested contact information of BV’s management team is listed below. Contact information for our additional personnel will be provided for each project on which our staff provides services. Their capacity to perform the requested services are in the resumes in the following pages.

Name Phone
Number
Email Address
Craig Baptista, Vice President - West, Plan Check & Inspection 916.291.9151 [email protected] Trang Huynh, P .E., C.B.O., Building and Safety Division Manager/ Building Official 714.487.4223 [email protected] Joe Chao, P .E., C.B.O., Regional Manager/Plan Check Engineer 805.358.4246 [email protected] 198

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Manuel “Craig” Baptista, M.B.A.

Vice President - West, Plan Check & Inspection
Prior to joining Bureau Veritas, Craig served as Director of Operations and is a business professional experienced in leading multiple branch offices in various states. Craig has over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. He is results-oriented and has exceptional experience building and managing successful programs and relationships. He is a skilled communicator capable of articulating complex ideas in a concise and persuasive manner. Craig has proven experience as a facilitator of solutions for client problems and is a strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into tactics. He is self-motivated, passionate and resourceful. Craig has expertise identifying client needs and is able to execute problems quickly by utilizing his professional business management skills. He is equally effective working independently or collaborating with others.

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Craig has managed various projects and successfully reduced operating expenses by 18% through implementation of a preventative maintenance program and establishment of a baseline repair cost matrix. He provided leadership, mentoring, direction and training for a 35 member Operations team that included Branch Managers, Project Managers, and other staff. He developed annual business plans, market strategies, operations and sales goals which resulted in year over year growth. Craig has worked on various significant projects, including, but not limited to:
▪ Apple Campus II in Cupertino, CA
▪ Cal Trans - Bay Bridge Project in Oakland, CA
▪ Tesla Gigafactory in Sparks, NV
▪ Souza Construction - Lemoore Naval Air Station Project in Fresno, CA ▪ Advance Range Solution - Fort Hunter Liggett in Jolon, CA ▪ Hensel Phelps - Mule Creek Prison in Ione, CA
Vice President - West, Plan Check & Inspection
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2015 - Present
Serves as Vice President for the West Coast code compliance division. Manages over 50 employees throughout California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, and Utah. Oversees plan review and inspection activities to ensure BVNA has ample resources to meet turnaround times and provide quick response to inspection requests. Works directly with plan review team to gain efficiencies in turnaround times. Effectively reduced the number of reviews by promoting direct contact with designers and municipalities to remedy code deficiencies during the first and second reviews, allowing our team to approve projects during the second submittal phase.

EDUCATION
M.B.A.

B.S., Business Management

REGISTRATIONS/

CERTIFICATIONS
Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
OSHA 30
United States Navy: Honorable
Discharge

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
20+
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Trang Q. Huynh, P .E., C.B.O.

Building and Safety Division Manager
Trang is a licensed professional engineer and ICC certified building official with over 39 years of experience working in public and private services as executive director and plan review engineer.

He has implemented excellent public service programs and gained exceptional understanding of the building and safety division, community and economic development, public relations, redevelopment, financial and budget management, employee and organizational developments, and state and local officials. As a professor for Cambridge College in Southern California he has taught graduate and undergraduate classes in business, finance, and management. Trang has outstanding public relations, management, and problem solving skills with a proven record of strong and positive working relationships with local and state elected officials, inter-governmental agencies, business organizations, development community, labor groups, community groups, and residents. He was awarded the “Civil Engineer of the Year” award by the ASCE Chapter of San Bernardino and Riverside in 2011. He was also a recipient of the “Good Government Award” from the BIA Inland Empire Chapter in 2015. Finally, Trang has an excellent understanding of cultural diversity and knows how municipality services can be provided efficiently with an objective from “Good to Great” .

Trang has held the position of Building Official for multiple jurisdictions, including City of San Clemente, City of Manhattan Beach, City of Rancho Cucamonga and City of Rialto.

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Regional Manager, Southern California
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2017 - Present
Directs the BVNA Building & Safety and Civil Engineering operations for the Southern California region, serving as the supervising building official and plan check engineer for multiple Southern California municipalities. Responsibilities include building official duties, special project management, managing contracts of permits, plan check, and inspection services for 24 jurisdictions.

Building and Safety Services Director
City of Rancho Cucamonga
2002 - 2017
As one of the executive team members of the City to directed and coordinated the work of the Community Development team. Managed all activities and operations of building and fire plan checks, permits, building and fire inspections, grading, community improvement, code enforcement, citizen volunteers for an affluent community of 175,000 people. Prepared and administered an annual operating budget up to $4,200,000. Supervised up to 40 employees, citizen volunteers and interacted with businesses, developers, designers and residents. Executive member of the City’s economic development team to develop and implement the economic development strategy plans. Worked with other departments to manage the City’s annual capital building and improvement projects. Excellent knowledge and understanding of managing municipal services from business improvements and economic developments to public safety.

Has outstanding public relations, management, and problem solving skills. Have a proven record of strong and positive working relationship with local and State elected officials, inter-governmental agencies, business organizations, development community, labor groups, community groups and residents. Have an excellent understanding of cultural diversity and know how municipality services can be provided efficiently with an objective from “Good to Great” .

EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration
B.S., Civil Engineering
Certificate of Completion -
Leadership for Senior Executives

REGISTRATIONS/

CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer:

CA, #C36627
CABO Certified:

Building Official #510
California Certified Green Building
Professional
California Licensed Real Estate
Professional
Cal OES Safety Assessment
Program, Building Inspector

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)
American Society of Civil
Engineers (ASCE)
California Building Officials
(CALBO)
Former Vice-Chair and member
of the City of Highland Planning
Commission
Past President of the Board of
Directors of the Central Business
Center in Upland
Past President of the
Foothill Chapter of ICC

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
39+
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Joe Chao, P .E.

Regional Manager/Plan Check Engineer
Joe has more than 11 years of experience in engineering. He reviews plans for various counties and cities, consisting of small additions/remodels, to moderate and complex residential and commercial projects, including site, architectural, structural plans/calculations, Fire and Life Safety and Photovoltaic installations; checking for completeness, accuracy, and Code compliance with State and Local building codes.

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Regional Manager, Westlake Village Office
Bureau Veritas
2019 - Present
Manages day to day operations of the Bureau Veritas Westlake office. On a daily basis works closely with clients to meet their needs and provide quality services efficiently. Responsibilities include building official duties, special project management, managing contracts of permits, plan check, and inspection services for 10 jurisdictions.

Senior Plan Check Engineer
California Code Check, a Bureau Veritas Company
2011 - 2019
Manages plan check operations and training support at Westlake Village office. Review residential and commercial plans and calculations for compliance with the California Building Codes, including mechanical, plumbing, electrical, energy, and green building codes. Assist plan check engineers and perform quality assurance reviews of plan checks. Review jurisdiction ordinances and create standard comment lists for the specific requirements/needs of each jurisdiction. Train and develop/mentor interns for Westlake Village and Atascadero office.

Plan Review
County of Monterey New Juvenile Hall Facility, $57 Million in Total 2017 - Present
Plan review for construction of a new juvenile hall to replace the existing facility.

Plan Review
County of San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall Expansion, $21.3 Million in Total 2014 - 2017
Plan review for expansion of the existing SLO juvenile hall facility.

Plan Review
Del Amo Mall, $250 Million in Total
2013 - 2015
Plan review for a large shopping center renovation, including relocation of Nordstrom, consolidation of Macy’s stores, and new 2-story fashion wing.

EDUCATION
M.S., Structural Engineering
B.S., Civil Engineering

REGISTRATIONS/

CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer:

CA, #85679
DC, #PE922133
MD: 0056984
ICC Certified:

Building Plans Examiner

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Structural Engineers Association
of Southern California (SEAOSC)
- SEAOSC Convention Young
Members Committee 2014 & 2018
California Building Officials
(CALBO)
International Code Council
Ventura Region Chapter (ICCVRC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
11+
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EDUCATION
A.S., Construction Technology
Certificate of Achievement,
Construction Inspection

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

Building Official
Certified Plans Examiner
Residential and Commercial
Combination Inspector
Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and
Mechanical Inspector
State Certified OSHA 10 Inspector.

State of California Emergency
Disaster Service Inspector -
Governor’s Office of Emergency
Services

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS)
International Code Council (ICC)
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
25+
James D. Waters, C.B.O.

Building Official/Senior Plans Examiner/Senior Inspector James possesses 25+ years as a building official, inspector, plans examiner. His skills include project management, conflict resolution, team leadership, budgeting, organizational management, creative problem solver, policy and Internet research, and inter-agency relationships. His project experience has included residential and commercial structures. Highly skilled and knowledgeable, James is a valued member to our professional team.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Building Official/Senior Plans Examiner/Senior Inspector 2024 - Present
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.

Performs complex professional work as a Building Official/Senior Plans Examiner/Senior Inspector.

Provides assistance to jurisdictional staff and general public on requirements for applying for construction or alteration permits and the related fees. Works with architects, engineers, designers, builders, property owners, and stakeholders to obtain compliance, making recommendations for resolution.

C.B.O., Sr. Plans Examiner, Sr. Inspector
2023 - 2024
Private Consultant
Performed the Inspections and Plan Check of industrial, commercial and residential construction for compliance with applicable City and State building and safety codes and city ordinances.

Reviewed and resolved the most difficult inspections requiring discretionary interpretation and application of the codes, including Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical and Handicap Codes.

Plans Examiner/Inspector/ Capital Improvement Projects Manager 2021 - 2023
Town of Camp Verde
Performed professional and intermediate administrative work managing the design and construction of Capital Improvement Projects (GIP), the development and implementation of service contracts, and the development of standards and specifications for each project. Work involved considerable interaction with the Town Manager, City Council and higher-level supervisory staff. Direct supervision of construction firms working for the Town. Manage all work assignments, performed all City inspections of projects including building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and handicap inspections, and compliance. Provided Plan Check Services for the Building and Safety offices due to a lack of plan check staff.

Director of Maintenance, Operations, and Transportation 2015 - 2017
Fallbrook Union High School District,CA
Directed the planning, organizing, and activities of programs, projects, and functions related to the district’s three high school facilities, building maintenance, grounds keeping, custodial services, security, warehouse. Maintain compliance with District policies and local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Directed the District’s Transportation Program. Managed the Performing Arts Center. Direct edthe coordination of new school construction, including plan check review and inspection services of all alterations, and improvements of existing facilities. Provided management of all construction projects. Evaluated the performance of staff. 202

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Glenn Kechejian, M.S., E.I. T .

Building Plans Examiner
Glenn is an experienced plan check engineer with a Master’s degree in structural engineering.

His strong technical capabilities and communication skills ensure timely, comprehensive plan reviews. His experience in plan review comes from reviewing custom homes and mixed-use residential and new commercial buildings. He has extensive experience reviewing plans for custom homes, specifically with the city of Malibu. Some notable projects include an 11-story high-rise hotel and multiple mixed-use retail/apartment complexes. His attention to detail and background in structural engineering will ensure that a quality review is provided to the applicant.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Building Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2015 - Present
Performs plan checking for architectural and structural plans, communicating effectively with contractors, architects and engineering to assist in resolving deficiencies in plans. Reviews construction plans for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings and structures to ensure compliance with the applicable municipal, state, and federal codes and ordinances including the California Building Codes (mechanical, plumbing, electrical, energy, and green building). Provides assistance to jurisdictional staff and general public on requirements for applying for construction or alteration permits and the related fees. Works with architects, engineers, designers, builders, property owners, and stakeholders to obtain compliance, making recommendations for resolution.

Select clients and projects to which services have been delivered include:
• City of Malibu
• Agoura Hills
• LA County

EDUCATION
M.S., Structural Engineering
B.S., Civil Engineering

REGISTRATIONS/

CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

Building Plans Examiner

Engineer in Training (E.I. T)

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS)
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
18+
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Ernesto Pedroza Jr., E.I. T .

Building Plans Examiner
Ernesto is an ICC certified building plans examiner with 11 years of experience. Ernesto is highly knowledgable in mathematics, engineering statistics and economics, and computer applications.

Capable and knowledgable, Ernesto is a valuable member to any team. He is a fluent Spanish speaker, who is also capable of reading and writing in the Spanish language.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Building Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2017 - Present
Performs complex professional engineering work during the plan review process. Provides assistance to jurisdictional staff and general public on requirements for applying for construction or alteration permits and the related fees. Works with architects, engineers, designers, builders, property owners, and stakeholders to obtain compliance, making recommendations for resolution.

Public Works Assistant
County of Ventura Public Works
2016 - 2017
Worked in the Traffic Division of the Public Works Department for the County of Ventura. Duties included daily traffic signal checks, processing collision reports, performing radar surveys and surveying traffic.

Sales Associate
Home Depot
2013 - 2016
Responsible for customer service, merchandise stocking, grounds maintenance, loading assistance and operation of lift equipment.

Contractor Assistant
Pedroza Landscape
2011 - Present
Duties included writing estimates, meeting with customers and labor-related duties as needed.

Masonry Assistant and Landscaper
Brooks Landscape
2011- 2013
Duties included preparation of concrete, demolition, trench digging, installion of storm drains and planting of vegetation.

EDUCATION
M.S. Structural Engineer (In
Progress)
B.S. Civil Engineer

REGISTRATIONS/

CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

Building Plans Examiner

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
11+
204

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Lana Kazma, E.I. T .

Plans Examiner
Lana is a highly motivated, result-oriented plan examiner specializing in both commercial and residential projects. Her experience includes checking for compliance with federal, state, and local codes, reviewing construction plans, and outlining deficiencies. Highly skilled and knowledgeable, Lana is valued member to any professional team.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Building Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2019 - Present
Perform plan reviews for residences and commercial buildings. Highly knowledgeable on building codes and regulations. Works effectively with applicants to explain code requirements. Creates corrections, outlining areas of improvement for plans and referencing the applicable building code sections and locally adopted regulations.

Projects include:
• Residential: 1 story, 2 story ( timber, concrete )
• Master plans
• Revisions, remodel
• Up to 3-story
• Triplex
• Motel revision, Palm Springs
• Temporary structures
• Commercial TI’s including restaurant , stores, warehouses, apartment complex (FLS) • Pools
• 2-3 buildings for water park in Palm Springs

EDUCATION
B.S. Civil Engineer
M.S. Structural Engineer

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

Building Plans Examiner
Engineer-in-Training

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
7+
26 205

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Golnaz Bastani
Plans Examiner
Golnaz is a highly motivated, result-oriented plan examiner specializing in residential projects.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Building Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas - Westlake Village Location
2019 - Present
Reviews architectural drawings and engineering specifications for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with building, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy conservation, and disabled access codes and local building regulations. Performs complex engineering calculations and analyses to check engineering calculations provided by applicants. Suggests plan changes to applicants in order to bring drawings and specifications into compliance with state and local building codes and ordinances.

EDUCATION
B.S. Civil Engineer

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

Building Plans Examiner

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
37+
206

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Mildred Renteria
Plans Examiner
Mildred is a civil engineer with experience in land development, infrastructure design, and plan preparation. Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and various engineering software.

Bilingual in English and Spanish with strong technical and communication skills.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2022 - Present
Reviews plans for building construction and alterations to ensure compliance with the applicable municipal, state, and federal codes and ordinances. Provides assistance to jurisdictional staff and general public on requirements for applying for construction or alteration permits and the related fees. Works with architects, engineers, designers, builders, property owners, and stakeholders to obtain compliance, making recommendations for resolution. Utilizes proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation to analyze construction documents and site plans.

Licensed Dispensing Optician
Walmart Vision Center
2021- 2022
Analyzed and filled prescriptions. Provided patient education and service to ensure proper eyewear fitting and customer satisfaction.

Engineering Assistant I
Encompass Consultant Group (ECG)
2020- 2021
Experienced with single family, multiple unit residential neighborhoods, corporate/industrial, and commercial as well as custom land development projects. Knowledgeable in storm drain, sewer, water, and utilities design. Performed drafting tasks and assisted project manager in plans preparation, designs, calculations and cost estimates. Assisted senior engineers with more complex designs, plans, and proposal development and contract administration services.

Established good rapport and built relationships with peers and clients by responding to requests through clear and timely communication.

Licensed Dispensing Optician
Costco Optical
2014- 2020
Used computer to process orders to assist members in ordering eyeglasses and contacts.

Dispensed eyeglasses and contacts and oversaw apprentices. Provided prompt customer service throughout college to help finance education.

EDUCATION
B.S. Civil Engineer

REGISTRATIONS/

CERTIFICATIONS
Liccensed Dispensing Optician:

California

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Civil
Engineers (ASCE)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
12+
207

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Joe Medina, E.I. T
Plans Examiner
Joe is a plans examiner with strong technical capabilities and leadership skills helping to ensure that review of plans and specifications for the construction, alteration and repair of commercial, residential, and industrial buildings and structures meet the requirements of applicable building, mechanical, plumbing, fire, and electrical codes for clients. Joe has significant experience reviewing complex steel, concrete, and wood frame structures. He has the necessary knowledge, skills and ability to read and interpret site plans, building plans, specifications, calculations and codes to determine compliance with appropriate codes and ordinances, analyze difficult construction code situations and to comprehensively examine plans and specifications and discuss. He possesses strong judgment, is able to communicate clearly both orally and in writing and excellent human relations skills.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2018 - Present
Performs a variety of advanced technical, administrative, and supervisory work in directing engineering activities related to plan review for numerous municipal clients throughout the Southern California. Reviews residential, commercial, industrial and public works project plans, reports and other development and design related documents for compliance with all applicable building, mechanical, plumbing, fire, and electrical codes, and other local, state, and federal codes and guidelines. Interacts with designers, contractors and owners to review proposed projects, answered question. Provides interpretations of the codes and established policies and procedures.

Researches code and product standards to determine compliance with adopted codes.

Select clients include:

City of Malibu
County of Los Angeles
City of Glendale
City of Torrance (on-site)
Example projects include:

City of Monrovia - Mixed Use Apartment Complex
4 story mixed use building consisting of wood frame over concrete podium for a Custom Residential Home.

County of Los Angeles - 3 story hillside building utilizing pile foundations, retaining walls, and steel moment frames.

Summer Intern
City of Los Angeles, CA
2017
Summer Intern who participated on several fabrication projects at the C. Erwin Piper Technical Center for the Los Angeles City Department. In charge of fabrication and proper manufacturing of radio room for signal testing.

EDUCATION
M.S. Structural Engineer
B.S. Civil Engineer

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Engineer in Training,
CA #EIT-172115
ICC Certified #9264369:

Building Plans Examiner
Cal OES Safety Assessment
Program, Building Inspector
#91913

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Civil
Engineers (ASCE)

Structural Engineers Association
of Souther California (SEAOSC)
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
5+
208

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Henry Hadidi, Ph.D., S.E.

Plan Review Engineer
Henry is a results-oriented structural engineer with 35+ years of experience in plan review and design.

He has extensive knowledge of current building codes including IBC, IRC, ACI 318, ACI 530, AISC 341, AISC 358, AISC 360, AISI, ASCE 31-03, ASCE 41-13, ASCE 5, ASCE 7, and NDS. Having supported the Seismic upgrade review of the Santa Monica Pier (1995); post the 1994 Northridge Earthquake, Henry has strong verbal and written communication skills in meetings and communicating with clients to answer questions regarding the generated plan review comments. He is a self-starter with a strong ability to lead or work within a team and has demonstrated organizational and problem- solving skills. Recent experience includes several pedestrian walk bridges for the University of California, Los Angeles and also for the City of Roseville.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Senior Structural Engineer
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2017 - Present
Plan review of residential and commercial projects of all sizes and complexities throughout California, including supporting the Seismic upgrade review of the Santa Monica Pier (1995); post the 1994 Northridge Earthquake.

Plan Review
JW Marriott Hotel
2015 - Present
Plan review for a new 12-story, four-diamond luxury hotel with two levels of subterranean parking.

The hotel will have 466 guest rooms as well as meeting space for groups.

Structural Plan Review
Cahuilla Casino & Hotel Project
2018 - Present
Plan review for the Cahuilla Band of Indians new casino and hotel property which will replace the original casino facility. The project is 14,920 SF, mixed occupancy, A2 and B, construction type II-B, including a 31,997 SF hotel and 34,121 SF casino.

Private Sector Projects:
▪ Reviewed plans and calculations for the seismic retrofit of two reinforced concrete buildings at Atascadero State Hospital in Atascadero, California as part of the Department of General Services (DGS) plan check program.
▪ Reviewed plans and calculations for the design of a segment of the Los Angeles Metropolitan Purple Line underground metro tunnel in Los Angeles, California, as part of the LA Metro internal review.
▪ Reviewed plans and calculations for the seismic retrofit of the Caltrans Headquarters buildings located in Sacramento, California.

EDUCATION
Ph.D. Structural Engineer
M.S. Structural Engineer
B.S. Civil Engineer

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional
Engineer:

CA, #S4078
CA, #C49136
ICC Certified:

Building Plans Examiner

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
35+
209

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Troy Schmidt
Plan Review Engineer
Troy has over 25 years of experience as a structural engineer in California. He has extensive experience working on OSHPD and DSA projects throughout Northern California. He is knowledgeable in various design and structural engineering software programs. He is able to conduct plan review services for various building types including residential, commercial and industrial occupancy types.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Structural Plan Review Engineer
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2016 - Present
Conducts structural plan review services for complex projects throughout California. A sampling of the projects reviewed in the following jurisdictions: Placer County, City of Tracy, City of West Sacramento, University of California, San Francisco, County of Shasta and many more.

Project Engineer / Principal
Anderson & Doig Structural Engineers
2007 - Present
Delivers innovative, cost effective solutions to meet the aesthetic and functional demands of the building for the client from schematic design to DSA, OSHPD or city approval and through construction. Selects and optimizes structural systems to support lateral and gravity loads for single and multi-story steel, concrete, masonry, wood and light gauge steel structures. Produces structural calculations, design drawings, specifications and provides construction administration services in compliance with the California Building Code. Projects include K-12 public schools, healthcare facilities, private colleges, churches, residential and commercial buildings, structural rehabilitation, seismic retrofit and forensic engineering. Projects utilize design-build, design-bid- build and integrated project delivery methods. Manages client base as well as engineering, drafting and administrative staff.

Design Engineer/Project Manager
Harris & Sloan Consulting Group
2004 - 2007
Analyzed, designed and detailed single and multi-story buildings throughout California using wood, steel, concrete and masonry. Projects included new custom and production residential homes, recreation centers, apartment, condominium and senior housing complexes, renovations, mixed- use, commercial, retail and office buildings. Successfully managed client base providing quality engineering for projects on time and within budget. Responsible for creating project proposals, invoices and schedules, attending value engineering and other client meetings, providing structural observation and construction administration services as well as managing engineering and drafting staff.

EDUCATION
M.S. Civil Engineering, Structural
Emphasis
B.S. Civil and Environmental
Engineering

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Structural Engineer:

CA, #5795
HI, #19417-0
Registered Professional Engineer:

CA, #71078
FL, # 90619
MD, #59078
NV, #027963
WA, #20107610
VA, #0402063162
ID, #P-21398

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Professional Board of Engineers

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
25+
210

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Armil Allahyarian, P .E.

Plan Review Engineer
Armil has more than 7+ years of experience as a plan check engineer, ranging from new residential homes, including additions and remodels, and commercial buildings, including tenant improvements and alterations. He is proficient in examining and checking building plans for compliance with applicable California Building Codes and other ancillary codes such as the California Plumbing Code, California Mechanical Code, California Electric Code and State disabled access related codes. Armil possesses the knowledge, skills and ability to read and interpret building plans, blueprints and specifications, interpret and apply related codes, ordinances and laws, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with architects, engineers,contractors, builders and owners, the public and other employees.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Operations Manager / Senior Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2017 - Present
Performs plan review of fire, life, and safety components, as well as mechanical, electrical and plumbing review of residential and commercial projects with a high proficiency in local, state and federal codes. Instrumental in launching the City of Santa Rosa Fire Resilient Center to facilitate the rebuild process of over 3000 homes lost in the 2017 Tubbs-Adobe fire. In charge of quality assurance with regard to general plan review, public relations, and structural reviews, as well as managing day-to-day tasks in the office including: workflow organization, plan distribution, and over the counter plan review.

Plan Reviewer
City of Los Angeles, CA
2016
Fabrication projects at C. Erwin Piper Technical Center for both L.A. Police Department and L.A. Fire Department. Reviewed and applied safety codes and regulations for the proper construction of a Screen Room used to test police radio frequencies as part of an internship program.

EDUCATION
B.S., Civil Engineering
M.S., Civil Engineering

REGISTRATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer:

CA, #97996
ICC Certified: Building Plans Examiner

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Civil Engineers
(ASCE)
Structural Engineers Association of
Southern California (SEAOSC)
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
7+
211

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Abteen Shirehjini, P .E.

Plan Check Engineer
Abteen has 11 years of experience as a plan check engineer and building inspector. Experience ranges from new residential homes up to four stories tall, new commercial buildings up to seven stories tall, and fire rebuilds throughout California. Abteen is highly proficient with AutoCAD, Revit, Chief Architect, Microsoft programs, Adobe Dreamweaver, HTML/CSS/C# Coding Processes, Computer Security, ETABS, RAM Structural, and Perform 3D.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Plan Check Engineer and Building Inspector
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2014 - Present
Manages plan review scheduling and quality assurance supervision for the Westlake Village office, and coordinates with various jurisdictions’ staff regarding receipt and return of plans, as well as plan check status. Reviews plans and prepares comprehensive comment lists for residential and commercial projects, including site, structural, architectural, etc. Checks for completeness, accuracy, and code compliance with State and Local building codes (i.e. CBC, CPC, CMC, CEC, CRC, CEnC, CGBC and local ordinances). Also communicates with project owners, designers, architects, and engineers to address plan check comments, expediting the plan check process. Obtains constant training through attendance at seminars and conferences.

As a building inspector, assumes full responsibility of building inspections for various types of construction and occupancies to ensure compliance with State and Local building codes, zoning regulations, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing codes. Enforces Local and State code; issues code violation notices when necessary & prepares monthly inspection reports. Aids contractors and property owners with questions regarding state and local building codes.

Works on special projects with BV’s headquarters, including recent developments in innovation for the conglomerate’s worldwide business strategy, as well as BIM software development in the United States.

Project Manager
Consttech Construction Corporation
2011 - 2014
Performed the duties of Project Manager by providing: site supervision, correlation with clients and service companies, time and payment schedules. Coordinated with jurisdictional plan checkers and inspectors regarding plan checks and obtaining permits. Consulted with owners and subcontractors regarding project details, modifications, payment schedules, timelines for completion, and created 2D/3D CAD drawings and dynamic renderings.

EDUCATION
B.S., Civil Engineering
M.S., StructuralEngineering (In
Progress)

REGISTRATIONS/

CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer
ICC Certified:

Building Plans Examiner
California Commercial Building
Inspector
Residential Building Inspector
Safety Assessment Program
CA DSW Volunteer

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Structural Engineering
Association of Southern
California
American Society of Civil
Engineers
ICC Ventura Region Chapter
Innovation and Technology
Chairman
CA Disaster Service Worker

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
11+
212

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Matthew Godinez, P .E.

Plan Review Engineer
Matthew has more than 10 years of experience, two as a building plans examiner. He previously worked with engineering firms as a Surveying and Engineer Assistant.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Building Plans Examiner/Building Inspector
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2016 - Present
Responsible for plan review and commentary on a variety of plans including residential, commercial, additions, alterations, tenant improvements, and new construction. Performs building inspection to ensure compliance with state and local building codes, zoning regulations, mechanical, electrical and plumbing codes.

Mixed Use High Rise - Washington D.C.
• 14 story, 470,000 square feet
• 3 stories of parking, 2 stories of business and mercantile, 9 stories of multi-family residential, rooftop pool/cabanas/recreation (S, M, B, R, A)
Post tensioned slab, concrete core, steel frame, w/ cold formed steel Distribution Center - Oxnard
• 4 story, 3 million square feet
• F-1 and S-1 storage and processing
• Tilt-up concrete walls and panelized diaphragm with special concrete shear walls and steel moment frame interior stories
Tilt-up Warehouse - Oxnard
• 1 story (w/ 2 story offices), 1.2 million square feet • F-1, S-1, B warehouse and offices
• Concrete shear walls and panelized diaphragm with special truss frame Multi-family Residential - Los Angeles Co
• 4 story
• 48 unit multi-family residential over parking
• 3 stories of wood construction over concrete podium
Cultivo Mixed Use - Desert Hot Springs
• 2 story
• Marijuana cultivation, training facility, and restaurant • Steel frame building

EDUCATION
B.S., Civil Engineering

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

Plans Examiner
Commercial Building Inspector
CA License PE #91519

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)
Board Member of CalGEo
Professional Society

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
14+
213

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Brian Meadows
Building Inspector
Brian is a knowledgeable, well-rounded professional with a diversified career history encompassing 48+ years of building inspection, code compliance and customer relations experience. He is skilled in coordinating multiple concurrent projects, including managing daily schedule of inspections. He has an unwavering commitment to exceptional customer services, support and satisfaction.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Building Inspector
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2022 - Present
Performs residential and commercial building inspections for a variety of projects, bringing a high- level knowledge and expertise as a seasoned inspector. Other duties include performing plan checks, working with citizens, developers, superintendents, engineers and architects to ensure compliance with building codes, planning and zoning ordinances and timely completion of project.

Senior Building Inspector
City of Ventura Building Safety Department
2016 - 2022
Performed combination commercial, industrial and residential inspections. Ensured construction and installations conformed to municipal, state, and federal code requirements and zoning ordinances. Provided code interpretations and other essential information to design professionals, contractors, and the general public and recommend corrective action of defects or inadequacies.

Provided interpretations of the codes and established policies and procedures.

Building Official
City of Ojai, CA
1995-2012
Interpreted and enforced the building codes adopted by the City as well as other City codes related to property development and building construction. Issued building permits, construction trades permits, fire sprinkler, fire alarm, life safety permits, and other similar permits as assigned.

Administered plan review and field inspection industry contacts. Performed inspections and construction plan review. Developed and implemented operating policies and procedures as they relate to building safety.

Field Supervisor
Kurt Rush Constructors
1988 – 1993
Scheduled subcontractors, employees, equipment and vendors in critical path to ensure timely completion. Oversaw and directed outdoor projects from conception to completion. Oversaw all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations.

Directed crews plus any subcontractors. Planned ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones. Analyzed, managed and mitigated risks. Ensured quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques through consistent training.

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
48+
214

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Mark Boling
Building Inspector
Mark is a meticulous building inspector who is highly effective at reviewing complex construction projects for compliance with applicable building codes. He is a methodical and analytical professional with a thorough approach. He is a hardworking building inspector, adept at identifying issues and problems. Mark’s also enthusiastic about working with project managers, contractors, and owners in a collaborative capacity to resolve problems. He is a licensed building inspector successful at enforcing codes and zoning requirements using local and CA state codes.

He is committed to quality construction at all stages. Mark is versed in interpreting state and construction safety. He is focused on completing inspections. He is a quality-driven combination building inspector adamant about construction safety. He is focused on completing thorough inspections and developing effective remediation plans. His skills include reinforced structural concrete building and retaining wall construction inspection, seawall and ocean front residential and commercial construction inspection, combination building inspections in all phases, on-site wastewater treatment system installation, licensed inspections, safety awareness, complex wood framed construction building experience, and building load path evaluation and inspection.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Building Inspector
Malibu City ESD Building Department
2020 - Present
Conducts inspections to ensure building construction is in compliance with the applicable municipal, state, and federal codes and ordinances. Reads and studies project specifications, plans, and drawings to become familiar with the project prior to inspection, confirming structural or architectural changes have been stamped as approved by the relevant authority.

Documents inspections on construction projects to determine all aspects of the project such as foundations, building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems conform to the applicable building codes, zoning ordinances, energy conservation, and disabled access requirements.

Combination Building Inspector
Malibu City ESD Building Department
1999 - 2020
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inspection techniques, codes, and ordinances and regulations. Documented violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners. Checked site permits and licenses of operating contractors. Evaluated whether work was in accordance with all applicable city, state, and federal guidelines as well as applicable discipline specific codes. Completed investigations into complaints, incidents, and accidents at work sites. Gave information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes. Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits. Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans. Performed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects. Re-evaluated commercial and residential constructions with previous failed inspections. Conducted inspections of buildings, equipments, and grounds for deficiencies and evaluated for potential health, safety and code violations. Noted recurrent issues and worked with contractors to prevent re-occurence. Approached customers and engaged inc onversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills. Modified existing software systems to enhance performance and add new features. Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others. Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.

EDUCATION
General Education

REGISTRATIONS/

CERTIFICATIONS
Cross Connection Specialist
Certification

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)
Cross Connection and Water
Pollution Control

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
24+
215

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Aleta Francis
Building Inspector
Aleta has over 28 years in the Construction industry as an independent contractor/consultant.

She is experienced in zoning, building and safety, fire, Environmental Health, Coastal Commission, etc. for many different jurisdictions. Reviews and interpret plans and specifications and address RFI’s. Project management and coordination, residential plan creation and submission, permit expediting and coordination, material take-offs, collaborative problem solving. Aleta is well versed in many software applications such as Adobe, MS Project and AutoCAD to name a few.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Building Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2023 - Present
As a plans examiner, she reviews non-engineering construction plans for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings and structures to ensure compliance with the applicable municipal, state, and federal codes and ordinances including the California Building Codes (mechanical, plumbing, electrical, energy, and green building). Provides assistance to jurisdictional staff and general public on requirements for applying for construction or alteration permits and the related fees. Works with architects, engineers, designers, builders, property owners, and stakeholders to obtain compliance, making recommendations for resolution.

As a building inspector, she conducts inspections to ensure building construction is in compliance with the applicable municipal, state, and federal codes and ordinances. Reads and studies project specifications, plans, and drawings to become familiar with the project prior to inspection, confirming structural or architectural changes have been stamped as approved by the relevant authority. Documents inspections on construction projects to determine all aspects of the project such as foundations, building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems conform to the applicable building codes, zoning ordinances, energy conservation, and disabled access requirements.

Independent Contractor/Consultant
Private Sector
1995-2023
Project coordinating, expediting, and management, owner builder/developer, materials manager, purchasing director and production process research assistant steel space truss systems (Biosphere 2, Freemont Street, Universal CitiWalk radial canopy, etc). Design, develop and coordinate turnkey off-grid residential property. Design and install fresh-water well systems.

Manage installation of new propane service. Manage construction and renewal/recertification of septic systems.

Private Road Management
Mildas Drive Road Association
2010 - 2023
Volunteer Founding Vice Chair
Mission Hills Neighborhood Council, Mission Hills, CA
2005 - 2008

EDUCATION
AS Construction Technology
AS Architectural Design
AS Architectural Science
Computer Science Information
Tech

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

CALGreen Inspector/Plans
Examiner
Commercial Building Inspector
Building Plans Examiner
Residential Building Inspector
Building Inspector
Residential Plans Examiner

PROFESSIONAL

AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council
(ICC)
ICC Los Angeles Chapter ICC
Ventura Chapter CALBO
California Building Officials
APW American Public Works
Association
ACI American Concrete
Association
ACI So. Cal Chapter
NAWIC - National Association
of Women in Construction
MSA Maintenance
Superintendents Association

TOTAL YEARS OF

EXPERIENCE
28+
216

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Emily Sherwood, P .E.

Plan Review Engineer / Permit Technician
Emily has 28+ years experience in the building and construction industry holding positions such as Building Inspector, Civil Engineer and Permit Technician for various jurisdictions.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Plan Review Engineer
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2025 - Present
Provides plan checking services for commercial, industrial, residential buildings for compliance with requirements of California Building Codes and other ordinances.

Part-Time Building Inspector
City of San Clemente, Community Development Department, Building Division May 2025 - October 2025
Provided assistance and support on an as needed basis. Inspects residential building construction to ensure work has been done per approved plans and building codes. Documents results of inspections.

Permit Technician
City of San Clemente, Community Development Department, Building Division 2024 - 2025
Provided support to the public in person, through email and on the phone, for processing and issuance of building permits. Reviews application completeness and accuracy. Routes and coordinates plan reviews. Calculates plan check fees, impact fees and permit fees.

Senior Engineering Technician
City of San Clemente, Public Works Department, Capital Improvement Project Section 2023 - 2024
Prepared GIS location maps, interactive web maps and map presentation stories using ArcPro. Uses Civil 3D to produce construction as-builts. Researches City documents for planning capital projects.

Senior Engineering Technician
San Clemente, Public Works Department, Land B.S., Civil Engineering, Development Section
2019 - 2023
Reviewed grading plans for code University California, Irvine 1997 compliance of drainage, mapping, water quality, utility connections, geotechnical requirements, and easements. Reviewed building architectural plans for property lines, easements, and utility connections. Assisted at the front counter, helping the public with encroachment permits, records requests and set up grading project permitting fees. Monitored plan check project budgets and invoice processing.

Associate Civil Engineer
County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works, Road Maintenance Division 2000 - 2004
As a unit supervisor, coordinated municipal services, drafted a results-based budget for road maintenance services to the unincorporated Florence-Firestone Area supervising five Civil Engineering Assistants doing general Road Maintenance duties. Heavy Equipment Coordinator and Property Custodian for the southeastern County Maintenance District.

Road Maintenance Division duties consisted of preparing slurry, resurfacing, and reconstruction contracts. Investigated legal claims, performed surveys for minor concrete repair work, coordinated with field personnel to identify planned work, reviewed project design concept reports, investigated complaints from the public and trained the field crews in new computer applications.

EDUCATION
B.S., Civil Engineering,
University California, Irvine 1997

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Civil Engineer, CA
C63031
Cal OES
Safety Assessment Program
Evaluator SAP ID Number 96281
ICC Certified:

Residential Plans Examiner
Permit Technician
Building Plans Examiner
Residential Building Inspector
Residential Mechanical Inspector
Residential Plumbing Inspector

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
28+
217

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Ho-Jun Kong, P .E., CASp
Senior Plan Review Engineer
Ho has 22+ years of experience of engineering. He is self-motivated, flexible, creative, innovative, fast learner and team-player. He has a wealth of knowledge of architectural, fire/life/safety, accessibility, structural analysis and design codes. Ho plans, coordinates, reviews, supervise, and participate in the review of construction plans and structural calculations for various types of structures, residential, commercial and industrial building construction and alterations. He has a strong background in seismic analysis and design in civil/structural engineering. He also has experience in developing structural models for seismic analysis and design. His experience with design codes includes 2019 CBC, 2019 CRC, 2019 CALGreen, 2018 IBC, ASCE/SEI 7-16, ACI 318-14, MSJC 2013, NDS 2015, AISC 14th, AISC 341-16, and AISC 358-16. His engineering software includes ETABS, SAP2000, RISA-3D, RISA-2D, Ram Steel, and SAFE. Ho also knows how to utilize AutoCAD and Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. He also knows how to use MATHCAD and MATLAB.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Senior Plan Review Engineer
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2019 - Present
Conducts plan review for various projects throughout Southern California. Reviews plans for compliance with structural and seismic provisions of the California Building Code. Projects include both residential and commercial structures.

Structural Engineering Associate
City of San Diego
2013 - Present
Reviewed building plans for compliance with building code regulations, ordinances and the Municipal Code for compliance with architectural, fire/life/safety, accessibility, and for structural design provisions. Reviewed the building plans of buildings and structures (e.g., apartment buildings, commercial buildings, single-family dwellings, duplexes, interior modifications of buildings, and minor structures) with basic to moderate degree of complexities. Provided technical information on the application of regulations to professional architects, engineers, contractors and to other non-professional applicants. Wrote various project specific technical and administrative reports and correspondence. Verified product approval, attend project meetings, and use computer-based project tracking systems to enter plan review comments and perform research.

Structural Project Engineer
Lee & Lee Structural Engineering Inc.
2007 - 2013
Types of projects included:
▪ Commercial & School
▪ Apartments & Condos
▪ Residential
▪ Infrastructure Project

EDUCATION
Master’s Degree, Civil and
Environmental Engineering
(Structural Engineering)
B.S. Architectural Engineering

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Access Specialist
(CASp-863)
Building Plans Examiner
Certificate by International Code
Council (#8255163) Registered
Civil Professional Engineering
License (P .E.) by California State
(C79527)
Registered Fundamentals of
Engineering License (E.I. T .) by
California State (EIT130553)

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
22+
218

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Salvador Gonzalez, C.B.O., CASp
Plan Reviewer/CASp
Salvador Gonzalez has 17+ years of experience within the industry. Salvador has received vari - ous certifications throughout his career which have served to demonstrate his knowledge and expertise. He has excelled in various projects within California and has worked in various sectors throughout the industry. Salvador Gonzalez is a well-rounded individual and a team player.

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Business Unit Manger
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2021 – Present
Directs the operations for the Northern California region, managing the day to day operations of the office. On a daily basis works closely with clients to meet their needs and provide quality services efficiently. Responsibilities include building official duties, special project management, managing contracts of permits, plan check, and inspection services for the jurisdictions through- out Northern California. Experience includes projects with UC San Francisco, CSU Sacramento, Cal Poly Humboldt, CSU Monterey Bay, CSU San Jose, CSU San Marcos, CSU Sonoma, and CSU Stanislaus.

Senior Building Plans Examiner
City of West Sacramento, CA
2015 - 2021
Reviewed and approved building construction plans to ensure compliance of plans with pertinent codes, regulations, and ordinances. Organized, assigned, and reviewed the work of assigned consultants engaged in residential, commercial, and industrial building plan reviews. Performed complex accessibility field inspections to ensure compliance with plans and accessibility code requirements.

Senior Building Inspector
City of Ventura, CA
2012 - 2015
Inspected commercial and residential buildings and structures to determine compliance with the structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and housing codes and approved plans.

Inspected workmanship and materials in building construction plans for conformance with plans and specifications and inspected potentially substandard or dangerous buildings. Prepared and maintained reports, letters, and correction notices on code violations and variations from approved plans.

Building Inspector II
Amador County, CA
2006 - 2012
Performed field inspections of residential, commercial, or industrial structures in varying stages of construction, alteration, or repair. Interpreted applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations for builders and homeowners. Investigated violations of building and zoning laws.

EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree, Construction
Engineering Technology
A.A., Building & Safety Code
Administration

REGISTRATIONS/

CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

Accessibility Inspector
Plans Examiner
Certified Building Official
Residential Combination
Inspector
California Building Plans
Examiner
Building Inspector
Mechanical Inspector
Electrical Inspector
Plumbing Inspector
Combination Inspector
CALGreen:

Inspector
Plans Examiner
CA Certified Access Specialist
(CASp), #796

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
California Building Officials
(CALBO)
International Code Council (ICC)
CALGreen

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
17+
219

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Kevin Ruybal, C.B.O., CASp
Plan Reviewer/CASp
Kevin has 27+ years in the building and safety field, including plan review, inspection, permit technician, building official and other code compliances. His experience includes checking for compliance with federal, state, and local codes, inspections, reviewing construction plans, and outlining deficiencies. Also also managed plan review workloads and CASp accessibility. Highly skilled and knowledgeable, Kevin is valued member to any professional team.

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Senior Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2021 - Present
Performs plan review on a variety of residential and commercial projects throughout Northern California in adherence with all required codes. Experience includes projects with UC San Francisco, CSU Sacramento, Cal Poly Humboldt, CSU Monterey Bay, CSU San Jose, CSU San Marcos, CSU Sonoma, and CSU Stanislaus.

Designated Campus Building Official
UC Davis Medical
2021-2021
Enforce code compliance for all campus or campus related projects. Issue building permits and work closely with the Campus Fire Marshal on the issuance of certificates of occupancy and code compliance. Perform life safety plan reviews for code compliance for Non-OSHPD projects and QA/QC for OSHPD projects. Plan reviews comprised of complex commercial projects. Read, interpret, and explain building plans, fire protection system plans, fire building codes, and technical reports. Fire Life Safety plan review, fire walls, fire egress systems and fire smoke damper mechanical ducting. Supervise three plan review engineers and one permit coordinator. Manage plan review workload and work with internal project managers regarding campus related projects. Currently working on the implementation and integration of building department software as well as electronic plan review. Provide code technical expertise to the Campus Architect and licensed professionals when needed. Provide CASp accessibility plan reviews and inspections as needed.

Chief Building Official
City of Rocklin
2015 - 2020
Managed Building Division overall operations, perform plan review and inspections for complex projects. Supervised 9 staff members. Reviewed construction plans for compliance with federal, state, and local fire and life safety codes and City ordinances; consults with architects and developers as required. Fire Life Safety plan review, fire walls, fire egress systems and fire smoke damper mechanical ducting. Experienced in principles and techniques used in the inspection of residential, commercial, and other facilities, or property for preventing and/or limiting fires in the installation and maintenance of fire alarm systems and fire protection systems. Researched, prepared, and issued fire and life safety notices, permits, and correction letters that outline compliance issues and deficiencies. Participated and supervised in the development and administration of the Building Division budget. Managed and supervised professional consultant

REGISTRATIONS/

CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified (0973556):

Building Official
Building Code Specialist

CASp Certified Access Specialist
#357
ICBO/ICC Certified:

Plans Examiner
Combination Building Inspector
Accessibility/ Usability
Specialist
Building Inspector
Mechanical Inspector
Building Inspector UBC
Electrical Inspector
Commercial Electrical
UMC Mechanical Inspector
I.A.P .M.O. Plumbing Inspector
097143

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
27+
220

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Jeremy Huynh
Permit Technician
Jeremy has more than 8 years of business experience in sales, marketing and web design, as well as customer service, training, and handling daily operations. His technical experience includes web design, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), and International Code Council codes and standards. Jeremy is adept at learning new skills and concepts and is an asset to any team.

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Permit Technician
Bureau Veritas
2022 - Present
Provides permit work at-the-counter for various jurisdictions. Obtained training from Senior staff on permit work and associated tasks in dealing with the public.

Freelance Full-Stack Web Developer
YKB Solutions, Sacramento, CA
2022
Created and designed interactive career consultancy full-stack web application for clients using a MERN stack. Assembled software engineering team to accelerate development timeline by 15% through adherence to Agile SDLC practices. Collaborated with other sectors of the business including UI/UX, Quality Assurance, and the Client in order to ensure the site appears modern and code is efficient.

Outbound Sales Development Representative, Mid-Market, East Armis Security, Palo Alto, CA
2020 - 2022
Attained 80-110% of quota through collaboration with AE and Marketing Teams by creating outbound messaging that translated into demo meetings with prospects. Leveraged tools like Zoominfo, LI Sales Navigator, and Tech Target to prioritize outreach, and uncover client loT security initiatives. Utilized MEDDPICC sales methodology to assist in new business retention for recently closed clients.

Sales Development Representative
Alation, Inc., Redwood City, CA
2020
Created tailored outreach sequences on Outreach.io to target the specific pain points of certain data personalities at global enterprise companies. Sourced sales leads through cold-calling, curated email campaigns, Linked In voice messaging, and Vidyard to initiate client engagement in a saturated market. Hit 113% attainment for Ql of Alation’s FY2021 during a global pandemic.

Sales Development Representative
BlueVine Capital, Redwood City, CA
2018 - 2019
Consistently overshot key performance indicators, such as daily call/email volume and monthly quota by an extra 30-40% per month. Closed high-risk credit line and term loan approvals, valuing $5,000 - $120,000 at interest rates of up to 24.5%. Sourced sales leads through cold-calling, curated email campaigns, Linked In voice messaging, and Vidyard to initiate client engagement in a saturated market. Hit 113% attainment for Ql of Alation’s FY2021 during a global pandemic.

EDUCATION
B.A., Politics

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

Permit Technician
No. 10237724

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
8+
221

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Pamela Wilkerson-Caver
Permit Technician
Pamela has over 38 years of experience within the industry. Pamela is ICC Certified and has worked multiple positions as a Permit Technician. Pamela is able to process plan submittals, issue permits, and answer any questions regarding the process. Her knowledge of the field is represented in her work. She is a detailed-oriented person, who works well with others.

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Public Technician
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2022 - Present
Performs permit technician services for jurisdictions throughout Central and Southern California as needed. Select projects include:

County of Riverside
Performs onsite permit technician duties for the County of Riverside, including accepting permit applications and processing plans, assisting in checking building plans, issuing permits and providing information to the public. Keeps records and prepares correction notice and correspondence related to field inspections.

City of Ventura
Performs onsite permit technician duties for the City of Ventura, including accepting permit applications and processing plans, assisting in checking building plans, issuing permits and providing information to the public. Keeps records and prepares correction notice and correspondence related to field inspections.

Public Services Technician II
City of Rancho Cucamonga, Building and Safety Services Department 2007 - 2021
Assisted the public at the counter with issuing permits, processing plan submittals, provided permit process information and answered general questions. Performed simple plan reviews for block walls, swimming pools, patio covers, signs, etc. Processed permits in advance by keeping in contact with the applicant regarding pending approvals and required information; monitored the No Plan Check Required permit record types for completeness. Consolidated the EDR plans for corrections and approvals – analyzed the workflow status, and notified the applicant of any outstanding items.

Sr. Permit Technician
City of San Clemente, Building Department
2007
Routed plans to the appropriate plan check staff; issued building permits; was responsible for running reports; answered questions over the phone regarding plan check status. Answered questions regarding the plan check procedure and permit fees; supervised Permit Technicians.

EDUCATION
Riverside City College - General
Education

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

Permit Technician

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
38+
222

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Lisa M. Beaver, P .E.

Director, Risk, Fire and Life Safety Services
Lisa Beaver is a leader and trainer in the fire service as well as the fire industry. With over 36 years of experience, she has held positions where the primary concern is for public and fire fighter safety.

An instructor/trainer who has lead and delivered department training for firefighting operations including specialized fire brigades and fire/building inspectors. A well-rounded professional with experience in leading and managing teams of diverse professionals in both the public and private sector. Her range of responsibilities include emergency operations, HAZMAT , fire prevention, community risk reduction, fire investigation, fire protection engineering, vegetation management, risk management and loss control. With operational excellence and high level of attention to detail, Lisa has conducted hundreds of property inspections for heavy industrial, special use, and public use occupancies. Author of property loss inspection reports, all-hazard and risk assessments, fire and life safety building analyses, vulnerability and wildland fire risk hazard assessments. Leveraging her thorough understanding of operational risks and situational awareness, prescribe resourcing needs and strategic metrics to successfully develop a response strategy that acknowledges and supports the development of fire and risk mitigation planning, emergency action plans, emergency operation plans, and emergency response procedures and guidelines. Lisa has also gained manufacturing and semi-conductor facility experience. As a community leader and educator, Lisa provided proactive community outreach by delivering and producing presentations and materials to communities, community leaders, and stakeholders in building standards and emergency planning. An expert in the interpretation and application of laws, codes, and standards.

Confident in her ability to make difficult decisions with a strong affinity for problem solving, leads in the development and execution of difficult and highly technical projects. A reputation of being consistent in the interpretation of regulations and a person who expertly understands intent and alignment with public and fire fighter safety. In-depth experience in identifying critical needs, deficiencies, and potential opportunities for operational improvements.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Director, Fire and Life Safety Services
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2021–Present
As the Director of Fire and Life Safety, Lisa manages the Fire Plan Review and Inspection Team members and existing accounts. Works to secure new Fire and Life Safety contacts while expanding services into new markets and creating new service lines.

Fire Plans Examiner and Inspector
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2019–Present
Provides fire plan review and inspection services for jurisdictions throughout Nevada and California.

Independent Evaluator Wildfire Mitigation Projects
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2021 - Present
Since May of 2021, Bureau Veritas has been tasked with performing an Independent Evaluation to verify that the electrical corporations were following their 2021, 2022, and 2023 Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WPM). As the Independent Evaluator (IE), Bureau Veritas reviewed and verified compliance for all WMP activities that had specific quantifiable or qualitative performance goals/targets set forth in the IOU’s WMP .
▪ Pacific Gas & Electric
▪ NextEra Transmission, LLC
» Trans Bay Cable, LLC
» Horzion West
▪ San Diego Gas & Electric 2022 WMP IE
▪ Liberty Utilities 2022 WMP IE

EDUCATION
B.S. Applied Science and
Technology–Fire Science
A.S. Building Inspection
Technologies

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Code Enforcement Officer #
CE1005541
California Registered
Professional
Engineer, Fire Protection
Engineering #1771
Professional Grade Member
Society of Professional
Engineers
(SFPE) #114734
Certificate in Fire Protection -
University of California, Davis
(2003)
Certificate in Building Inspection
Technology
Certified Fire Protection
Specialist,
NFPA #1902 (Renewing)
Certified Engineer Technician
Level III–N.I.C.E. T . #91772
(Expired)

ICC Certified (#5069766):

Certified Building Official
Certified Fire Marshal Building
Plans Examiner
Building Plans Examiner

UBC ICC:

Certified Fire Plans Examiner I
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Lisa M. Beaver, P .E.,
Director, Risk, Fire and Life Safety Services
Deputy Fire Chief and Fire Marshal, Prevention
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District
2018–2019
Responsible for the development, command, administration, and coordination of the District’s fire prevention division, including fire investigation, fuels management, public information and education, emergency management, and training; Conduct wildland, structural, and vehicle fire investigations; Responsible for processes associated with regulatory compliance that includes a system of plan review, inspection, and permitting; Perform construction plan review, fire investigation, and building inspections; Collaborate with local communities to develop improvements to evacuation planning and emergency preparedness; Interim Fire Chief during Fire Chief absence; Consistently demonstrated effective communication skill as an ambassador for the District with diverse audiences.

Director and Chief, Facility Engineering and Fire Protection Aerojet Rocketdyne
2012–2018
Director, Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, and Building Official of a department comprised of 31 personnel responsible for First Responder all hazard agency and hazmat team for a high hazard 12,000- acre facility; Responsible for the company’s first regulatory compliance program that includes a system of plan review, inspection, and permitting; Review multi-discipline engineering designs for building construction, program modifications and project changes ensuring compliance with laws, codes and sound industrial practices; Analyze processes and plans for the effective review, comment, permitting, and inspection of all occupancy classifications, with a focus on group H occupancies primarily those specific to technology-focused custom manufacturing of active pharmaceuticals including commercial-scale production utilizing hazardous/energetic chemistries, chromatographic separations using simulated moving bed (SMB) technology, continuous processing, and specialized chemical capabilities; Conduct multi-agency drills that test operational strategies and lead reviews; Investigate fires, hazardous materials spills and releases, and other incidents; Analyze and approve the storage and use of chemicals and explosives as it relates to the Department of Defense development processes and familiarity with applicable aerospace and military standards, Code of Federal Regulations and OSHA; Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to research, analyze, and write detailed technically complex policies, procedures, training material, and guidelines; Develop and manage a multi-department budget of approximately $55 Million.

Senior Fire Protection and Loss Control Engineer/Fire Marshal Sacramento Municipal Utility District
2005–2012
Subject matter expert in the interpretation, application and enforcement of the California State Laws and Building Standards, National Fire Protection Association standards, International Codes, National Electrical, and Safety Code and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standards; Reviewed documentation for construction of power generation and distribution facilities, communication, and building technology operations and support infrastructures; Conduct analyses to identify vulnerabilities to the Districts infrastructure, employees, and customers; District’s representative when interacting with surrounding jurisdictions and governmental agencies; Instructed and provided field training to District employees and surrounding governmental agencies focused on operational strategies and tactics for emergency response.

Certified Fire Plans Examiner II
Certified Nevada State Fire
Marshal Instructor I
Certified Emergency First
Responder Instructor Primary and
Secondary Care and AED
Certificate Fire Prevention 2C,
Special Hazard Occupancies,
CSFM Accredited Course C090197
Certificate Fire Prevention 2B,
CSFM Accredited Course C052640
Certificate of Completion
Classification of Hazardous
Materials, Fire Chiefs Association
Certificate Fire Investigation 2A,
CSFM Accredited Course
Certificate Fire Investigation 1B,
CSFM Accredited Course C30129
Certificate Fire Investigation 1A,
CSFM Accredited Course 08-1925
Certificate Wildland Fire
Investigation FI210
Certificate Fire Prevention 1A,
CSFM Accredited Course
Certified Hazardous Material
Industrial Technician
Certified Hazardous Material
Specialist
Certified Incident Commander,

FRO, FRA, ICS

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Regional Fire Pump Committee
(2000)
Regional Fire Sprinkler Committee
(2004-2006)
Regional Fire Code Adoption
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46 TECHNICAL PROPOSAL
Lisa M. Beaver, P .E.

Director, Risk, Fire and Life Safety Services
Supervisor Fire Plan Review/Assistant to Fire Marshal
City of Sacramento Fire and Building Department
1999–2007
Assist the Fire Marshal with research, review, and approval of performance-based designs which ultimately resulted in the approval of Alternate Materials and Methods. Evaluate compliance with performance and testing guidelines and standards such as UL, FM, ASTM, ASME, and NFPA; Develop streamline regulatory compliance programs; Supervising Fire Protection Engineer and code professional for project planning and development stages; Reviewer of department policies and standards which were specific to the agencies emergency response equipment and Standard Operational Guidelines; Evaluated existing process of plan review and inspection, collected and evaluated data to implement process change, trained personnel on proposed changes and implemented new program; Reviewed fee structure for fire permits and assisted in the development of a new fee structure, ensuring recovery of department costs; Official representative of the Fire Marshal on all code adoption and development committees; Review and evaluate proposed buildings and sites for compliance with all state, municipal codes and standards; Provided training to fire prevention and plan check staff that focused on the application and communication of codes and ordinances; Ensured consistency of plan review and inspections by encouraging open communication, education, and by an environment of collaboration.

Committee (1997-2012)
High Rise Standard Development
Committee (2000-2004)
California State Fire Marshal’s
Photovoltaic Sub-Committee and
Work Group (2008-2010)
NORCAL Fire Code Committee
(2012-2015)
UL Standards Technical
Panel for Flammable Liquid
Storage Cabinets, STP 1275
(2013-Present)
Northern Nevada Fire Marshals
Code Adoption Group 2018
I-3 Code Committee
2019–Present

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
36+
225

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Moe Heivand, P .E.

Plan Review Engineer
Mohammad has 45 years of experience as an engineer, with nearly 30 years as a plan review engineer. He consistently provides a high level of customer service, often going above and beyond what is expected. Has extensive experience with OSHPD 3 clinics in the City of San Diego.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Regional Manager / Plan Review Engineer
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2014 - Present
Ensures satisfactory reviews plans for jurisdictions throughout California and Nevada. Manages plan reviews for numerous universities in the UC and CSU systems. Reviews commercial and residential projects of all sizes and complexities. Specific university plan review projects include:
• UCSD - La Jolla Innovation Center. Type IA Construction. B occupancy. 9 Stories High-Rise. • UCSF – Bakar Research and Academic Building. Type IA Construction. B/A3/L/H3/H3 occupancies. 10 Stories High-Rise.
• CSU San Diego – Life Science Building. Type IB Construction. B/A3/S1/S2/H3 Occupancies. 5 Stories.
• CSU San Diego – Evolve Student Housing IA Flex Building. Type 1B Construction. R2 Occupancy. 9 Stories High-Rise.
• CSU San Diego – Evolve Student Housing IB University Towers East. Type 1B construction. R2 Occupancy. 9 Stories High-Rise.
• CSU San Diego – Evolve Amenity Building. Type II B Construction. A2 Occupancy. 2 Stories.

Provisional Associate Structural Engineer
Development Services Department
City of San Diego
2012 - 2014
Associate Structural Engineer
Development Services Department
City of San Diego
1985 - 2012
Reviewed proposed commercial and residential building designs to ensure compliance with legal requirements pertaining to structural strength, sound insulation, fire resistance, life safety, green code and disable access. This included tenant improvements for large-scale commercial buildings to ensure compliance with applicable codes. Reviewed all OSHPD 3 projects for various projects throughout the City in accordance with the California Building Code Section 1226 requirements for OSHPD 3 clinics.

EDUCATION
B.S. Civil Engineering

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer:

CA, # 38227
GA, #PE041147
ICC Certified:

Building Plans Examiner

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
45+
226

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Ali Soheili, P .E.

Plan Review Engineer
Ali brings over 35 years of invaluable experience to the A/E/C industry, specializing in the meticulous review of mechanical and plumbing documents across diverse projects spanning residential, commercial, and industrial domains. His wealth of expertise extends to a profound understanding of the California Building Code, coupled with a nuanced familiarity with local regulations and ordinances in Southern California. Holding registrations as a Mechanical Engineer in multiple states, Ali’s commitment to excellence and comprehensive knowledge positions him as a trusted professional in the field.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Plan Review Engineer
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2020 - Present
Responsible for performing a full range of technical plans examining work, including analyzing, checking, and approving various engineering documents/calculations and specifications of buildings. Currently providing engineering plan review services for the following clients:
• City of Corona
• San Diego State University
• California State University, Fullerton
• City of San Marcos
• City of Rancho Cucamonga
• City of Santa Barbara
• City of Huntington Beach
• City of Agoura Hills
• California State University, Bakersfield
Plan Review Engineer
Jefferson Stadium Park
Plan review for 371 new luxury apartment homes, with amenities that include a resort-style pool, a gaming room, a rooftop lounge with a spa and outdoor cooking, and a fitness center, as well as 14,600 square feet of commercial space.

Plan Review Engineer
Alexan CtrCity Apartment Complex
Plan review for a new 220-unit apartment complex with 13,000 square feet of dining and shopping space at the north end of downtown. The project included a 506-parking structure, pool, spa, barbecues and fitness center.

EDUCATION
B.S., Mechanical Engineering

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Mechanical Engineer:

AZ, #28207
CA, #29229
HI, PE-20691-0
OR, #92113PE
IAMPO Mechanical #MPE302030
IAMPO Plumbing #PPE863426

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Heating,
Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning
Engineers (ASHRAE)
American Society of Plumbing
Engineers (ASPE)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
35+
227

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Cristian Son, P .E.

Plan Review Engineer
Cristian has over 25 years of experience as an electrical engineer performing highly advanced plan review of single and multi-story structures and commercial, industrial facilities, power plants energy storage facilities and has worked on property condition assessments. His electrical expertise includes design, low and medium voltage, power, lighting, one line diagrams, load calculations, fire alarms, electrical rooms, and electrical specifications using AutoCAD. He performs plan and peer reviews for power plants includes solar, wind and gas. His experience in plan and peer review for commercial and industrial facilities include retail buildings, schools, hospitals, fast food restaurants, hotels, laboratories, storage buildings, temples, tenants improvements, oxidizers, wireless towers, oil refineries, data centers, and casinos for various agencies, organizations and local jurisdictions.

Cristian analyzes complex electrical systems for cod and ordinance compliance using international, federal, and state regulations, codes, and standards, such as CEC, NEC, CBC, NFPA, NESC, ICC, IEC, BS, GO, and IEEE for his reviews.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Electrical Plan Review Engineer
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2008 - Present
Licensed professional Electrical Engineer in the states of CA, HI, CO, NM, UT , AZ, ID, NV, TX and WA.

Provides plan review for designed and developed residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems including electrical distribution, lighting and controls, fire alarms, security systems, and communication systems. Checks complex building plans for conformance to applicable electrical regulations and calculates electrical adequacy. Prepares plans, estimates, and specifications.

Proficient in CAD and AutoCAD. Interfaces with various stakeholders on a regular basis to resolve issues. Maintains cost and scheduling controls and creates and monitors project timelines.

Maintains regular communication with the client to ensure needs are established and met. Select projects listed below:

Independent Evaluator Wildfire Mitigation Projects
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2023 - Present
Since May of 2021, Bureau Veritas has been tasked with performing an Independent Evaluation to verify that the electrical corporations were following their 2021, 2022, and 2023 Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WPM). As the Independent Evaluator (IE), Bureau Veritas reviewed and verified compliance for all WMP activities that had specific quantifiable or qualitative performance goals/targets set forth in the IOU’s WMP .
▪ Pacific Gas & Electric
▪ NextEra Transmission, LLC
» Trans Bay Cable, LLC
» Horzion West
▪ San Diego Gas & Electric 2022 WMP IE
▪ Liberty Utilities 2022 WMP IE

EDUCATION
M.S. Electrical Engineer
Minor in Electro - Mechanical
Applications

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer:

CO, #46648
NM, #21188
UT , #7994591-2202
Registered Electrical Engineer:

CA, #16910
AZ, #51091
HI, #14016 (TPR-052 Certified)
ID, #15242
NV, #21663
TX, #111129
WA, #49902

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
National Council of Examiners
for Engineering and Surveying
(NCEES)
National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA)
International Association of
Electrical Inspectors (IAEI)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
25+
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Kirk Zimmerman
Building Inspector
Kirk brings 17+ years of experience in the construction industry in a variety of capacities and is an ICC certified commerical building and residential building inspector. He has broad project and managerial experience and is adept at communication and problem solving.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Building Inspector
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2023 - Present
Conducts inspections to ensure building construction is in compliance with the applicable municipal, state, and federal codes and ordinances. Reads and studies project specifications, plans, and drawings to become familiar with the project prior to inspection, confirming structural or architectural changes have been stamped as approved by the relevant authority.

Documents inspections on construction projects to determine all aspects of the project such as foundations, building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems conform to the applicable building codes, zoning ordinances, energy conservation, and disabled access requirements.

QA/QC Inspector
Private Sector
2021 - 2022
▪ Technical audits of small business customers
▪ Verified salesperson’s assessment of lighting and refrigeration measures. ▪ Performed replacement installations of lighting and refrigeration fan motors ▪ Trained subcontractors on motor installations
▪ Performed post-installation inspections with SCE representatives Maintenance Manager
Tarzana Treatment Centers
2020
Assistant Operations Manager
Good Eggs, Inc.
2018 - 2020
Maintenance Manager
Lakeshore Pearl Apartments
2015 - 2018

EDUCATION
A.S., Power Plant Operations

REGISTRATIONS/

CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

Residential Building Inspector
Commercial Building Inspector
OSHA 30 Construction Certified
HVAC/EPA Certification

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)
State of California Office of
Emergency Services (OES)
Safety Assessment Program
International Conference of
Building Officials (ICBO)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
17+
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Michael Skelly
Supervising Project Manager
Michael has 9+ years of work experience, including management, design, critical thinking, communication, problem solving, time management, organization, and adaptabilitity. Michael is able to see a project through from start to finish, lead internal and project team meetings, maintain records, and design lesson plans. His technological skills include Microsoft Suite, Google Workplace, SketchUp, Aequitas Solutions, Bluebeam Revu, and ProContractor.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Project Manager
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2025-Current
Organizes and deploys inspectors across North America to conduct compliance inspections.

Creates various Standard Operating Procedures for programs relating to Risk, Fire, and Life Safety. Successfully led and completed the Independent Evaluator Annual Report on Compliance Audit for Electrical Utilities, ensuring compliance with Wildfire Mitigation Plan requirements through assessment and oversight. Manages internal team and subcontractors on the Design- Build of Fire Systems including suppression, alarm, and egress. Leads constructive internal team meetings and project team meetings to gather feedback and ensure project remains on schedule. Prepares detailed cost estimates for projects to support the budgeting and bidding process
Associate Project Manager
Private Sector
2023-2025
Developed and maintained comprehensive master schedules and detailed 4-week schedules to ensure timely project completion. Coordinated correspondence between owners, architects, and subcontractors to facilitate smooth project communication and decision-making.

Conducted project material take-offs and prepares detailed cost estimates based up take-off to support budgeting and bidding processes. Created and manages paperwork for Request for Information (RFI), Change Order Requests (COR), project. Submittal information, Contingency, and logs associated with each. Designed and actively updated Construction Management/ General Contractor (CM/GC) brochures to effectively respond to Request for Proposals (RFP) submissions. Maintained project records to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations. Developed and managed a dynamic, living website to organize and showcase all past, current, and bid-ready projects.

Carpenter Apprentice
Nalan
2022 - 2023
Obtained knowledge on the use and safety of tools such as a circular saw, table saw, miter saw, impact driver, pneumatic nailers, and general carpentry tools. Assisted lead carpenter with, but not limited to, construction and remodeling projects such as ADUs, decks, fencing, rot repair, and bathroom/kitchen remodels. Helped select and order the correct material for construction based upon a material estimate. Performed tasks such as, but not limited to, framing, roofing, drywall, flooring, tiling, trim work, and concrete. Analyzed and created blueprints for construction that are to scale and code compliant. Ensured finished structures are safe and code compliant.

EDUCATION
B.A., History
Teaching Credential

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
9+
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Andrew Reiwitch
Fire Plans Examiner/Inspector
Andrew has over 30 years of experience in the fire & life safety Industry. He is a fire plans examiner and inspector and is experienced in commercial, residential, governmental, and health care facilities. His knowledge and understanding of the code enables him to successfully teach Fire Courses in the Northern California region. He is able to effectively communicate with architects, designers, contractors, and owners to work through issues that arise during the course of a project.

Andrew is a team player and works cooperatively to remedy deficiencies.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Fire Inspector / Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2015–Present
Provides fire plan review and consulting for various jurisdictions in Northern California and throughout the State. Reviews plans for the California State Fire Marshal, California State University System, City of Roseville, Yolo County and other jurisdictions and agencies. Projects include CSU Northridge Parking Structure, New BSCC James A. Musick Jail Facility, Cache Creek Casino New Highrise Hotel, DSA Emma Duncan Polytechnic High School and many others.

Fire Inspector / Plans Examiner
Private Consulting (various locations)
2013–2015
Provided fire plan review and inspection services for multiple jurisdictions such as Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, Roseville Fire, Yuba Fire, Lincoln Fire, etc. Performed preliminary site and building fire plan review, architectural, civil, and specialty fire protection and fire & life safety review.

Provided design consultation of all aspects of fire & life safety construction techniques, systems and methods including field inspection for code compliance. Utilized CFC, CBC, NFPA, and CCR Title 19 and 24. Provided plan review and inspection for new and existing commercial businesses, government buildings, health care facilities, privatized military bases and residential dwellings.

Responsibilities included project research, detailed plan review and consultation specializing in fire protection and fire & life safety construction, fire inspection, code analysis, record keeping, detailed report writing, computer database management and detailed correspondence with the fire districts, engineers, architects, contractors, and homeowners.

Adjunct Professor
Fire Service Code Enforcement Training
2013–Present
Teaches fire service code enforcement training at the Northern California Regional Training Academy.

Subject Matter Expert
CPS HR Consulting
2013–Present
Designs tests for fire related licensure and certification across the United States.

EDUCATION
Completed Coursework, Fire
Technology

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Fire Prevention 1A–3A, 1B, 1C,
PC 832, DSA Fire Plans Examiner
Certification
Sacramento Metropolitan Fire
District Fire Inspector Academy
Graduate–Fire Inspector II
Passed ICC Fire Inspection II Exam

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
International Code Council (ICC)
National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
30+
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Michael Long
Fire Plans Examiner
Michael has over 24 years of experience in the fire & life safety industry, as a fire prevention specialist. He is a passionate public servant with a leadership management background; he understands the culture of public and private organizations. He is an effective communicator and has strong professional presence. Michael works as a conservative fiscal public officer who values transparency in government. He is an energetic leader with a strong work ethic of responsibility, accountability, empowerment, and a focus on quality and has a reputation for building solid, highly motivated teams.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Fire Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2019 - Present
Responsible for the life safety review of residential and commercial building plans, fire protection system plans, and site plans. Analyzes building plans for exits, emergency lighting, occupant load, occupancy classification, fire suppression systems, and other life safety requirements to ensure compliance with the applicable municipal, state, and federal fire codes and ordinances.

University Fire Marshal
Arizona State University, Tempe
2014 - 2019
Managed and direct the operational, training, and administrative activities of 12 full-time and 40 part-time personnel. Prepared, submitted and managed annual operating and capital budgets of over $2 million. Developed an efficient streamlined plan review process, reducing overall plan review time from over two weeks to an average of 3 days. Increased plan review revenues 60% by developing an operating procedure for plan reviews with an updated fee schedule. Partnered with a various agencies to bring nationally accredited fire training to the division personnel.

Implemented a new electronic data record keeping system to increase efficiency and accuracy . Management of all construction related designs, plan reviews, site and system inspections for building and fire code compliance. Conducted over 800 construction and special system plan reviews in last 3 years.

Fire Chief / Assistant Fire Chief
Ak-Chin Indian Community, Maricopa
2008 - 2013
Managed and directed the operational, training, and administrative activities of 41 full-time and 35 part-time personnel. Provided Fire Service to an area covering approximately 40 square miles.

Developed a new fire training program and partnered with Texas A&M College for accredited certifications for the personnel. Increased EMS and Ambulance transport revenue 25% by implementing a quality control program over documentation and billing procedures. Prepared, submitted and managed annual operating and capital budgets of over $6 million. Responsible for preparing, submitting, awarding and managing over $3.5 million dollars in grant funding during fiscal year 2012-2013. Designed, managed and directed the construction of new stations and apparatus acquisitions.

EDUCATION
M.A. Public Administration
B.A. Organizational Leadership

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified:

Fire Inspector I
Fire Inspector II
Fire Plans Examiner
Certified Public Manager
Certified Fire Protection Specialist

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Registered Tribal Member of the
Echota Cherokee Tribe of Alabama
International Fire Marshals
Association (IFMA)
Arizona Fire Marshals Association
(AFMA)
Project Management Institute
(PMI)
National Native American Fire
Chiefs Association / International
Fire Chiefs Association
National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA)
International Code Council (ICC)
Member of several City of
Avondale Boards of Commission
Member of The National Society
of Leadership and Success

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
24+
232

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Dennis Moss
Fire Protection Specialist and Fire Marshal
Dennis has over 34 years of experience in fire inspection and plan review of residential, higher education, industrial, commercial buildings and power plants. He is instrumental in working with local fire agencies to ascertain and apply their unique requirements. He is very creative when developing temporary fire suppression systems for power plants, yet fully compliant with applicable laws, ordinances, regulations, and standards (LORS). Dennis has served as Fire Inspector and Fire Marshal in a supervisory role. He is a widely sought after expert in the field of back-flow protection of underground water supplies on sprinkler systems. He has reviewed plans for and inspected a wide variety of occupancies, including power plants, churches, hospitals, schools, universities, theaters, large retail shopping center, stadiums, high-rises and government buildings to ensure compliance with the Uniform and International Fire and Building Codes as well as National Fire Protection Association Codes. As a member of the crisis management and safety team, he has also developed life safety solutions for potential crisis scenarios. Dennis is also fluent in English and French. Dennis’ most recent project experience include fire plan review for the City of Santa Rosa, fire life safety plan review for the California State Fire Marshal, and currently performing fire plan reviews for the California State University System and the University of Utah. He has performed over 50 plan reviews for the California State University system.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Fire Marshal, Plans Examiner & Inspector
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2003–Present
Provides fire plan review, inspection and fire marshal services for jurisdictions throughout Nevada and California. Responsible for the life safety review of residential and commercial building plans, fire protection system plans, and site plans. Analyzes building plans for exits, emergency lighting, occupant load, occupancy classification, fire suppression systems, and other life safety requirements to ensure compliance with the applicable municipal, state, and federal fire codes and ordinances.

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
Serves as Fire Plans Examiner who currently performs fire plan reviews for the University of Utah.

Huntsman Cancer Hospital
Salt Lake City, UT
Served as Fire Marshal, providing plan review and inspections for the Huntsman Cancer Hospital.

The Hospital reviewed using the International Building and Fire Codes as well as NFPA 101. This is a six story hospital built into the side of a hill and required special attention to exiting because of the grade. Fire systems included sprinklers, fire pumps, standpipes, fire alarm, atrium smoke evacuation, building smoke control, and a fire command center.

Chemistry Building at Brigham Young University
City of Provo, UT
Served as Fire Marshal who provided review and inspection services for Brigham Young University’s five story chemistry laboratory.

EDUCATION
National Fire Academy
B.A. French

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

ICC Certified (#820245):

Fire Inspector I
Fire Inspector II
Fire Plans Examiner

CA State Fire Marshal:

Fire Prevention Specialist I
Fire Prevention Specialist II
Fire Arson Investigation
Code Management
Fire Prevention Officer
Chemistry of Hazardous Materials
Plan Review for Inspectors

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

International Code Council (ICC)
National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA)
Western Region Fire Code
Committee for all Western States
International Fire Marshal’s
Association
Commissioner – Utah Building
Codes Commission

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
34+
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Nehemiah O’Neal
Fire Inspector
Nehemiah is an experienced fire safety professional with over a decade of progressive experience in fire inspection, prevention, and code enforcement across multiple California jurisdictions. Currently serving as a Fire Inspector, he examines residential and commercial buildings for fire hazards, ensures compliance with municipal, state, and federal fire codes, and tests fire protection systems.

Prior to this role, he held the position of Fire Prevention Captain at the Milpitas Fire Department, where responsibilities included enforcing fire and life safety codes, managing inspections and testing of fire protection systems, and overseeing fire prevention training initiatives.

Nehemiah’s career trajectory demonstrates expertise in fire code enforcement and inspection at both operational and supervisory levels. Previous roles include Fire Inspector I/Investigator positions with San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department and Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, a Fire Marshal position with the City of Crockett Fire Department where he directed the Fire Prevention division and managed inspector teams, and specialized contract and investigative work with multiple Northern California fire departments. Nehemiah’s background also includes hands-on firefighting experience and foundational work in hydrant maintenance, providing comprehensive knowledge of fire safety systems and emergency response protocols.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Fire Inspector
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2026 - Present
Examines residential and commercial buildings to detect fire hazards and ensure compliance with the applicable municipal, state, and federal fire codes and ordinances. Additionally, inspects building plans and confers with developers and planners to confirm said plans meet the required fire codes. While performing an inspection will test fire alarms, sprinklers, and other fire protection and extinguishing equipment.

Milpitas Fire Department
Fire Prevention Captain
Oct 2022 - 2026
Duties performed: Assists with the enforcement of laws, codes and ordinances relating to fire and life safety; prepare written correspondence and reports of activities; assists with record processes of incidents, inspections, and other reports as necessary; and assists in inspecting and directing tests of fire protection and detection systems for proper installation, operation, and maintenance.

May be assigned specific projects/assignments for training relating to fire prevention, and other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department
Fire Inspector I/Investigator
Jan 2019 - Oct 2022
Duties performed: Assists with the enforcement of laws, codes and ordinances relating to fire and life safety; prepare written correspondence and reports of activities; assists with record processes of incidents, inspections, and other reports as necessary; and assists in inspecting and directing tests of fire protection and detection systems for proper installation, operation, and maintenance.

May be assigned specific projects/assignments for training relating to fire prevention, and other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION
California State University Long
Beach:

M.S Emergency Services
Administration-December 2017
California State University Los
Angeles:

B.S Fire Protection Administration-
August 2014
Solano Community College,
Fairfield, CA:

A.S. Fire Technology, June 2012
A.A. UnivStudies, Lib Studies, Dec
2011
A.A. UnivStudies, Social Science,
May 2012

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
CSFM: Certified Firefighter I
CSFM: Certified Firefighter II
CSFM: Certified Fire Inspector I
CSFM: Certified Fire Inspector II
CSFM: Certified Plans Examiner
CSFM: Instructor I
CSFM: Instructor II
CSFM: Registered Instructor
CSFM: Master Instructor-In
progress
CSFM: Certified Fire Investigator
CSFM: Certified Chief Fire Officer
CSFM: Certified Fire Marshal
CSTI: Certified Hazardous
Materials Technician
CSTI: Hazardous Materials
Outreach Instructor
Proximate Audience Pyrotechnics
Indoor
Outdoor Aerial Public Display
Pyrotechnics
ICC: Certified Fire Inspector I, II,
and Fire Plans Examiner

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Nehemiah O’Neal
Fire Inspector
City of Crockett Fire Department
Fire Marshal
Feb 2017 - Jan 2019
Duties performed: Responsibilities include planning, organizing and directing the work of the Fire Prevention division; assigning and evaluating work of the fire inspectors; advising / assisting on more complex or sensitive inspections; representing the fire department in meetings with property owners, contractors, the public, other city departments and special interest groups; and performing plan review and field inspection on building construction projects and specialized fire suppression systems
Fire Inspector I
Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District
Jun 2016 - Jan 2019
Duties performed: Assisted with the enforcement of laws, codes and ordinances relating to fire and life safety; prepared written correspondence and reports of activities; assisted with record processes of incidents, inspections, and other reports as necessary; and assisted in inspecting and directing tests of fire protection and detection systems for proper installation, operation, and maintenance. Assigned specific projects/assignments for training relating to fire prevention, and other related duties as determined by supervisor.

City of Crockett Fire Department
Firefighter
Jul 2014 - Feb 2017
Duties performed: Under supervision, responded to fire alarms and other emergency calls to protect life and property; participated in fire prevention, station maintenance and training activities; and related work as required.

Fire Inspector
City of Oakland Fire Department
Sep 2015 - Jun 2016
Duties performed: Planned and conducted field inspections of existing structures; construction and remodel sites to ensure compliance with applicable Federal; State and Local fire codes; conducted basic fire code enforcement; resolved compliance problems with owners and contractors; responded to complaints regarding fire code violations and fire hazards; discussed violations with owners and contractors and issued warnings and citations for fire code violations; conducted follow-up inspections to ensure violations were corrected; initiated and monitored prosecution activities in cases of noncompliance or negligence; prepared reports; standard forms and letters regarding fire inspection or prevention as required; participated in the inspection of hydrants; sprinkler systems; and other fire extinguishing and protection tool/systems; maintained data and records regarding fire inspection or prevention activities; and assisted in training new employees. Performed data entry and used computer, electronic equipment, and other electronic mobile devices.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
2014-Present Member of
California Conference of Arson
Investigators
2014-Present Member of
International Associations of
Arson Investigation
2014-Present Member of
California Fire Chiefs Associations
2016-Present Member of National
Fire Protection Association
2016-Present Member of
International Code Council
2016-Present Member of
International Association of Fire
Fighters
2016-Present Member of
International Facility Management
Association
2017- Present Western Regional
Work Group Committee Member
of ICC
2018-Present Fire Inspection and
Code Enforcement, Ninth Edition
IFSTA Committee Member
International Code Council (ICC)

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
13+
235

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Matthew Addington, P .E., PLS, QSP/P
Civil Plan Review Engineer
Matthew has more than 21 years of experience as a civil engineer. With more than a decade of experience with the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Matthew has also gained project management experience with several private sector firms throughout his career. He is a certified Civil Engineer and Land Surveyor with strong knowledge and experience working in California.

He is active in his professional continuing education and has taken courses including, but not limited to, Project Managers Boot Camp (PSMJ), Marketing Boot Camp (PSMJ), Future Leaders Seminar by CELSOC, Certificate in Project Management (University of California, Riverside Extension), and Building Plans Examiner (ICC). His civic activities include:
▪ Commissioner, Community Services Commission, City of Calimesa ▪ Secretary
▪ Past Vice-Chair, Planning Commission, City of Grand Terrace ▪ Past President, American Society of Civil Engineers, Riverside-San Bernardino Branch ▪ Past Banker/Treasurer, Plunge Creek Cowboys
▪ Past Board Member, Saint Francis de Sales School, Riverside ▪ Past Vice President, Grand Terrace Lions Club
▪ Past President, Grand Terrace Area Chamber of Commerce ▪ Past President, Grand Terrace Toastmasters
▪ Past Director, The Leadership Connections, Upland
▪ Past State Director, Consulting Engineers and Land Surveyors of California SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Civil Plan Review Engineer
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2017 - Present
Performs all civil, grading, WQMP , NPDES, stormwater management plan reviews, mapping reviews, street improvement plan checks for code compliance.

Associate Engineer, Grading Acting City Land Surveyor
City of Rancho Cucamonga
2007 - 2017
Worked with the Building and Safety & Engineering Services Departments by providing civil engineering and land surveyor services.

EDUCATION
B.S., Civil Engineering

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer:

CA, #C43770
California Professional Land
Surveyor
California WQCB QSD/QSP
California WQCB QSD/QSP
ICC Certified:

Building Official

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
21+
236

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Benjamin Dela Cruz, P .E., QSD
Civil Plan Review Engineer
Benjamin has over 30 years of experience in civil engineering design and project management.

Hi project management experience includes overseeing building construction, quality control, inspection, and overall project cost estimates. Civil engineering design experience includes grading plans for sewers, water and storm drains, erosion control plans, site dimension control (horizontal and vertical control measurements) and standard urban stormwater mitigation plan and low impact development.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Civil Engineer
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2019 - Present
Performs complex professional civil engineering work during the design, construction, inspection, and coordination of a variety of public works projects. Processes, reviews, and assists in the approval of plans associated with residential, commercial, industrial development, subdivision, and other projects for conformance. Provides assistance to jurisdictional staff and general public on requirements for applying for permits and the related fees. Works with architects, engineers, designers, builders, property owners, and stakeholders to obtain compliance, making recommendations for resolution.

Select clients and projects to which services have been delivered include:

Civil Engineer
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) Center Street
Project Design Build
Civil engineering for the single-story, 26,000 sq. ft, $100M essential facility with three floors of enclosed space built over at least 91 at grade parking spaces that will house Metro’s new Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Security Operations Center (SOC) while accommodating a 50-year expansion within the allocated project budget. Civil engineering services include storm drain design, sewer design, water system design and street improvements. Other projects include:
▪ Waterlines from Grand Ave to Lincoln Ave, Public Works, Corona, CA ▪ Limonite Pearl Community, Jurupa, CA
▪ Arantine Hills Sewer Force Main, Public Works, Corona, CA ▪ 100 plus Homes Tract 36533, Corona, CA
▪ Water System Improvements, Public Works, Corona, CA
▪ Saint Joseph Dormitory, Camarillo, Los Angeles, CA
▪ Missionary Guadalupanans of the Holy Spirit, Los Angeles, CA ▪ CNG Fuel Station, El Toro Rd, Lake Forest, CA
▪ Arden Residence, Beverly Hills, CA
▪ Wonderland Apartments, Wonderland Ave., Los Angeles, CA ▪ Abbot Vascular located at Ynez Road, Temecula, CA
▪ Whitaker Business Center at Clinton Keith, Murrieta, CA ▪ Lego Land at Carlsbad, CA
▪ San Clemente Ave Road Improvement at Vista, CA
▪ 18-Lots Subdivision at San Clemente Ave, Vista, CA
▪ Pacific Condominium, Riverside, CA

EDUCATION
B.S., Civil Engineering

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
CA Registered Professional civil
Engineer No. C58892

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
30+
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Carol Dugas
Civil Plan Review Engineer
Carol has over 31 years of project management in Planning and Economic Development and Public Works Departments as well as in Private consulting; including planning, plan check services, designing and project permitting; directing the construction plan development and approval process for multiple residential, industrial and commercial projects, including roads, grading, hydrology and or utility extensions or services.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Plan Review Engineer
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2023 - Present
Provides plan review services for projects such as residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure, development, grading, etc.

Supervising Civil Engineer
City of Santa Rosa
2020 - 2023
Supervision of 2 staff engineers in the Engineering Services Department for Project Land development in the entitlement section. Provided support in the selection during the Hiring process, wrote Yearly Performance reviews, lead in distribution of daily work load to staff, reviewed staff developed engineering documents and other management activities of staff. Involved and supervised the updating of City Development and construction standards.

Associate Civil Engineer
City of Santa Rosa
2015 - 2020
Reviewed new development plans and writing Issues letters and/or Conditions of Approval for Engineering Development Services (EDS). Conditions include utilities, entitlements for easements and Right of Way; Coordination for Transit, Recreation and Parks, and Traffic/Transportation conditions; attended DART and ART meetings with the applicants and other city departments to review pending development proposals; coordination with Fire Department; Building Department; Transportation and Utilities.

Associate Civil Engineer
City of Alameda, CA
2013 - 2015
Served in Capital Project Management including RFP’s, RFI’s, field inspections, approving consultants request for Payments, managing consultants in design and specifications, plan review, specifications review, worked with City inspectors, contractors and property owners. Lead engineer for sewer relocation project for 30 homes.

EDUCATION
B.S., Civil Engineering

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Civil Engineer in
California –#C 48924
Professional Civil Engineer in
Idaho # P-21919
Professional Civil Engineer in
Arizona – #27544
QSP/QSD certification in CA.–
CASQUA - #00284

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
31+
238

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Michael Foreman, P .L.S.

Civil Plan Review Engineer and Senior Surveyor
Michael is responsible for all field surveys, mapping, map checking, and right-of-way engineering projects. He has been involved with a variety of survey projects including control surveys using GPS and conventional methods, boundary resurrection and establishment, construction, topographic, geological monitoring, and A.L. T .A. surveys. He has served as Acting City Surveyor for several Cities, including Baldwin Park, Poway, Rancho Santa Margarita, Yorba Linda, Lake Elsinore and Murrieta.

SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:

Plan Review and Senior Surveyor
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
1990 - Present
Provides plan review and surveying services for jurisdictions throughout Arizona, Nevada and California. Assignments include:

Cities of Murrieta and Lake Elsinore, CA
Provided map planning and Acting City Surveyor. Responsibilities included reviewing parcel maps, tract maps, lot line adjustments, parcel mergers, vacations, certificates of compliance, certificates of correction, easement dedications for compliance with conditions of approval, tentative map and Subdivision Map Act. Reviews included the review of title reports, boundary conditions and closure calculations. For the City of Murrieta, prepared documents. As Acting City Surveyor, signed maps prior to being presented to City Council.

Runway Rehabilitation, Department of the Navy, CA
As a part of the design team for an on-going contract with the Department of the Navy, our survey crews established horizontal and vertical control networks for aerial photogrammetric mapping, supplemental design surveying, and boundary line determination at several Naval Air Stations throughout the States of California and Nevada. The projects not only required aerial mapping for basesheet purposes, but also detail cross section surveys along the entire length of the runways/ taxiways for final engineering design. The surveys were conducted and were closely coordinated with Air Station Operations, observing the necessary safety precautions and communication requirements with the control tower. The following are a listing of those Air Stations which required our services:
▪ Miramar Naval Air Station, San Diego, CA
▪ North Island Naval Air Station, San Diego, CA
▪ Point Mugu Naval Air Station, Ventura, CA
▪ Marine Corps Air Station, Camp Pendleton, CA
▪ El Centro Naval Air Station, El Centro, CA
John Wayne Airport, County of Orange, CA
Field design survey along the western shoulder of the San Diego Freeway (Interstate 405) for the final engineering design of an exit ramp to the Main Street Parking Facility. Conventional cross sections were taken and were tied to the existing airport control network. The digital data was then Construction Surveying, Mammoth/June Lake Airport, County of Mono, CA

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Land
Surveyor:

Arizona P .L.S. 32225
California P .L.S. 5778
Nevada P .L.S. 11430
Registered Nevada State Water
Right Surveyor No. 1041

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
California Land Surveyor’s
Association Board of Registration
for Professional Engineers
and Land Surveyors - Expert
Examiner for the Annual Land
Surveyors Professional Licensing
Examination

TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
40+
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ABILITY TO PERFORM AND PROVIDE EFFICIENT SERVICES UNDER ACCORDANCE REQUIREMENTS BV has a steady flow of projects, and a large pool of resources to tap into should workload increase. Any project that comes in to our offices is reviewed on time, on budget and accurately. As a result of having a large staff, we are able to handle multiple projects large and small concurrently, without any negative impact to project turnaround times, project budgets, customer service or accuracy.

BV personnel have performed and managed plan review and building assessment for literally thousands of projects. Project types include higher education campuses, high-rise hotels and office buildings, institutional occupancies such as jails, shipping facilities, room additions, single-family tract and custom homes, tilt-up shells, tenant improvements, and infrastructure (roads, wet and dry utilities, etc.). Our staff has considerable review and assessment experience of virtually any structure requiring permits, plan reviews, and inspections. With such a large and licensed plan review and building assessment staff, we are able to manage numerous and complex projects simultaneously. We are able to provide discipline specific plan reviews (e.g., structural, mechanical/plumbing, electrical, fire, access).

As the largest code compliance firm in the United States, we have helped over 400 municipalities, counties, regional and state agencies handle their code compliance needs from full-service building department administration to targeted, as-needed services. BV is your ideal partner to deliver quality service, technical proficiency, and responsiveness a public agency desires when faced with rapid development, budget constraints, and/or limited agency resources.

Having helped newly incorporated cities establish their departments and continue to manage their operations, BV offers a full range of building department services including:
▪ Building Official
▪ Plan Review
▪ Building Inspection
▪ Permitting/Processing
▪ Counter Support
▪ Code Compliance
▪ Civil/Public Works and Engineering
▪ Construction Inspection
▪ Community Outreach

PAST PERFORMACES WITH SIMILAR SERVICE CONTRACTS
Bureau Veritas brings unparalleled expertise and an unwavering commitment to integrity to every project undertaken on behalf of our clients. With more than half a century of building and safety services across California and throughout the United States, Bureau Veritas has established itself as the industry’s foremost authority in plan review and inspection. Our reputation—built upon the foundation of ethical practice and technical excellence—is our most valued asset and the primary reason municipalities select Bureau Veritas as their trusted partner.

Clients consistently prioritize expertise when selecting a service provider, and BV delivers precisely that through a team of the industry’s most accomplished professionals. Every member of our staff upholds the highest standards of integrity and ethics, ensuring that the City of Palmdale receives not only technically competent service but also counsel grounded in professional responsibility and honest dealing. This commitment to ethical practice, combined with deep technical knowledge, distinguishes Bureau Veritas in the marketplace and ensures that clients’ interests are protected and advanced.

As shown in the following pages, we have demonstrated specialized experience on projects of comparable scope and complexity, bringing direct qualifications that align precisely with the requirements outlined in the City of Palmdale’s RFP . This combination of experience, reputation, and proven results positions BV as the ideal partner for the City’s needs. 240

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CITY OF LA PALMA

COMPLETE MUNICIPAL BUILDING & SAFETY SERVICES
BV was selected to provide Building and Safety Services, including permit technician, building inspection, Building Official, and Plan Check services to the City of La Palma in 2022. Under the direction of the Community Development Planning Manager, BV serves as the on-call Building Official, provides plan check/inspection services as well as building technician services, and open, operate, and close the Building & Safety public counter during normal business hours. BV conducts plan checks, assists with issuing permits, and other duties necessary to carry out the typical functions of a Building Division, including responding to public inquiries, preparing reports and communications, and providing staff assistance for internal and external customers.

BV helped the City locate a new software platform and provided our assistance in every step of the transition process. Projects include:. • Joshua Medical Center: 19,000 sq.ft. medical building with complete architectural, structural, ADA, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing designs (2023). • Hundreds f other types of projects from family homes to tenant improvements and ADU units.

CITY OF PALMDALE

PLAN CHECK, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN, BUILDING

INSPECTION, & BUILDING OFFICIAL SERVICES
Since 2018, Bureau Veritas was selected to provide plan check and inspection services for various commercial and residential projects in the City of Palmdale.

Plan review services include structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, green, energy, and accessibility. BV also provides staff augmentation on an as-needed basis for Building Official and Community Development Technician Services.

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

AS-NEEDED BUILDING AND SAFETY INSPECTION, PERMIT

TECHNICIAN AND RELATED SERVICES
BV has been providing inspection services and building and safety plan review to Los Angeles County since 2003. The firm has placed plan check personnel in the County’s Alhambra headquarters. These staff members have provided code consulting and training for the County’s structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical plan review sections, including creating and preparing instruction manuals, presenting training workshops, and providing as-needed field inspection expertise to agency plan check and field personnel County-wide.

Prominent projects the firm has worked on with the County include the University of Southern California Medial Center Replacement, Antelope Valley Courthouse, Hollywood Bowl Shell Rehabilitation, Palmdale Sheriff’s Station, Sun Valley Health Center, Santa Monica Courthouse, The Alondra Pool and Skate Park, and the Quartz Public Library. 241

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CITY OF MONROVIA

BUILDING INSPECTION, PLAN REVIEW SERVICES, AND CONTRACT

INTERIM BUILDING OFFICIAL, AND CONTRACT CODE ENFORCEMENT

MANAGER
BV has provided on-call interim building official, plan review, inspection, permit, and consulting code enforcement services to the City of Monrovia since late 2020. BV reviews plans calculations, reports and specifications for compliance with the most recently adopted Federal, State, and City codes and ordinances.

BV also performs building, combination, and other trade inspections on an as needed, assigned or regular basis on residential, commercial industrial, and large Multi-family/Mixed use projects, and performs permit counter work as needed to enforce compliance with the conditions of approval, provisions of the City’s Building laws and the code requirements set forth on the approved plans for which the City issued a permit. These services include the review of all approved plans, specifications and documents, reviewing and responding to all inspection requests and reports, attending mandatory meetings, including safety training and project management, performing inspections for compliance to applicable State of California Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire, Historical codes, as well as State energy efficiency and accessibility standards as amended by the City of Monrovia. Inspectors and permit technicians are available within 24 hours notice. During the provision of the aforementioned services, BV has adhered to schedule and budget requirements.

CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA

ENGINEERING, FIRE PLAN REVIEW, AND BUILDING INSPECTION

SERVICES
BV was selected to provide engineering and fire plan review and inspection services for the County of Rancho Cucamonga on an as-needed basis. Projects include single family residential, multi-family residential, commercial tenant improvements, new commercial, additions, and others. Services are provided to determine compliance with County and State codes and regulations including but not limited to, Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code; California Engineering Code; California Residential Code; California Plumbing Code; California Electrical Code; California Disabled Regulations (in conjunction with Federal ADA regulations); and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans).

CITY OF CORONA

BUILDING & FIRE PLAN REVIEW, PERMIT AND INSPECTION SERVICES BV is currently providing building and fire plan check, building inspection, and counter technician services for residential and commercial properties. We also provide on-site extension of staff as necessary, including a registered civil engineer to assist with an immediate need for building plan check. BV assists the City in providing plan review services for small residential solar energy projects. Our team utilizes a web-based system to take in projects electronically.

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CITY OF FONTANA

BUILDING INSPECTION AND PLAN REVIEW SERVICES
BV was selected to provide structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, architectural, and CASp plan review as well as grading plan check for the City of Fontana. Prominent projects include:
• The Summit at Rosena - BV is currently providing structural, MEP , and CASp plan review services for the community center of this proposed 179.8 acre community. Plans reviewed include a community swimming pool and spa in addition to the equipment room plumbing fixtures. • Fontana Mazda - BV provided fire, MEP , architectural, and structural plan review services for this new car dealership. The building consisted of 28,668 square feet for sales and administrative offices as well as a parts and service center.

CITY OF SOUTH EL MONTE

BUILDING INSPECTION AND BUILDING OFFICIAL SERVICES
Bureau Veritas provides comprehensive building inspection and building official services to the City of South El Monte, supporting the city’s commitment to public safety and code compliance. The firm conducts daily inspections of construction projects and existing buildings, reviewing plans to determine project scope and ensure compliance with adopted codes and standards while maintaining accurate permit and inspection records. Services include inspections for change of use, occupancy compliance, and adherence to all applicable codes and ordinances, working collaboratively with the public to ensure structures are safe and ready for occupancy.

The firm ensures construction projects comply with Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, including building and fire codes, as well as City codes, design guidelines, planning, and zoning requirements. Bureau Veritas staff investigate complaints related to State building codes and City ordinances, including structural property maintenance violations and occupancy permit inspections, and follow up to verify that corrections are made and appropriate compliance measures are taken.

Beyond field inspections, Bureau Veritas provides critical office support and counter service, responding to inquiries from the public and contractors regarding codes and project-related issues. Staff input correction notices and case comments into automated databases, file and scan documents, and clearly notify contractors of code violations through electronic compliance reports at the time of inspection.

The firm also reviews non-complex plans for code compliance and evaluates existing buildings on a complaint basis for hazardous conditions, initiating abatement procedures when warranted. Additionally, Bureau Veritas staff participate in professional and public meetings, maintain current knowledge of applicable codes and code changes, and support positive relationships between the City and the public through courteous and cooperative interactions. 243

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PLAN REVIEW LETTER SAMPLES
Copies of five plan review correction letters of recently checked plans from other jurisidictions are included in the following pages.

Selected samples include a new restaurant, retail store, major commercial tenant improvement project, new single-family dwelling, and large addition to a single-family dwelling. All names, addresses, and other identifying markers have been blacked out for privacy purposes.

July 9, 2024 1st Submittal Web Site Address:
vcrma.org/divisions/building-and-safety

RE: Plan Review No. BP24-01500
632 LINDERO CANYON ROAD, UNIT B
OAK PARK, CA 91361

The plans and other data pertaining to the above construction project have been reviewed for compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and laws. Revision of the drawings is necessary to complete the plan review. Please refer to the correction list which follows and to the notations on the drawings, documents, reports, and other data which were submitted for review.

Upload, download and view electronic copies of all plan check related documents using the Citizen Access portal at https://vcca.ventura.org/. Where handout number is referenced, please download it from our building and safety website above or you may request the copy at the counter. Provide one complete electronic set of corrected/revised plans, corrected/revised calculations, complete responses to plan check comments and all other related plan check documents for recheck and upload these documents to the Citizen Access portal.

This Plan Review will expire on 5/23/2025, 360 days from the date of application. If no permit has been obtained by that time for construction of the project, Plans, documents, reports, and other data submitted for review may be destroyed. Reference: Ventura County Building Code 105.3.2.

If you have any questions concerning this plan review, please contact us via phone or email. A plan review conference may be arranged by appointment.

The initial plan review fee covers three rounds of plan check. To avoid additional plan review fee, please comply with all the remaining corrections within three rounds. Plan review fees will be charged by the hour until approved afterwards. For records without initial plan review fee, plan review fees will be charged by the hour from the first review.

Glenn Kechejian, M.S.

Plan Check Engineer
Bureau Veritas
250 N. Westlake Blvd., Suite 150
Phone: 805-230-2888
[email protected]

Aleta Francis (MEP & General)
Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas
250 N. Westlake Blvd., Suite 150
Phone: 805-230-2888
[email protected]
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1. RETURN THIS LIST with corrected plans, documents, reports, and other data. To facilitate rechecking of plans, please indicate Sheet Number, detail number, and note number on the left side of each item where the corresponding correction has been made.

Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

2. Refer to comments in red on the first submittal plans, documents, reports, and other data.

Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

3. The project is submitted with an Early Plans Review Agreement form. The plans won’t be approved until all group A clearances by other agencies/divisions are obtained for the project. The plans will be checked for conformance prior to approval. More comments may follow.

Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

4. Please include project address on VICNIITY MAP on sheet A-1.

Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

5. Titles on the following sheet number titles do not match the title on the DRAWING INDEX on sheet A-1. a. E001
Response:____________________________________________________________________________ b. E002
Response:____________________________________________________________________________ c. E003
Response:____________________________________________________________________________ d. E100
Response:____________________________________________________________________________ e. E101
Response:____________________________________________________________________________ f. E200
Response:____________________________________________________________________________ Please coordinate. [§ 107.2 CBC]

6. Titles and sheet number on the following illegible due to overlapping font layers. a. E002
Response:____________________________________________________________________________ b. E003
Response:______________________________________________________________________________ Please coordinate. [§ 107.2 CBC]

7. Please include project address on VICNIITY MAP on sheet A-1. [§ 107.2 CBC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

8. Note on the plans the floor, wall, and ceiling finishes of each room/space. [§107.2 CBC] Please include ceiling finishes in FINISH LEGEND on sheet A-1. [§ 107.2 CBC]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

ARCHITECTURAL

9. Provide justification for using an occupancy load factor of 150, instead of an occupancy load factor of 50 for exercise rooms. Revise plans to show accurate load factor and occupancy load for proposed use. Additional comments may apply. [§CBC 1004]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

10. Specify occupancy of units adjacent to unit B to verify if fire separation is required between occupancies, meeting requirements of section 508.4 CBC. Additional comments may apply. Provide detail for fire barrier per section 707 CBC if separation is required.

Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

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11. Please specify fire rating of existing corridor. Please verify all new penetrations meet requirements of section 714 CBC. Provide details as needed. Please coordinate any penetrations with MEP plans. Additional comments may apply.

Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

12. Steel electrical boxes less than or equal to 16 square inches can penetrate membranes of walls with up to a 2 hour rating provided they are separated from such penetrations on the opposite side of the wall by either 24 inches, a distance equal to the depth of the wall if filled with cellulose loosefill/rockwool/mineral wool, solid fireblocking, or listed putty pads. [§714.3.2 CBC]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

ACCESSIBILITY

13. If a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicular way, and the walking surfaces are not separated by curbs, railings, or other elements between the pedestrian areas and vehicular areas, the boundary between the areas shall be defined by a continuous detectable warning 36" wide minimum and comply with 11B-705.1.1. [§11B-247.1.2.5 CBC] Show location of detectable warnings.

Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

14. Additions and alterations to an existing building or facilities shall comply with the following:

A primary entrance to the building or facility and the primary path of travel from accessible parking and from the public way to the specific area of alteration or addition must fully comply. Provide accessible route to public way from unit B. [§11B-202.1 CBC] Additional comments may apply.

Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

15. When the adjusted construction cost is less than or equal to the current valuation threshold, the cost of compliance with Section 11B-202.4 shall be limited to 20 percent of the adjusted construction cost of alterations, structural repairs, or additions. When the adjusted construction cost exceeds the current valuation threshold, and the enforcing agency determines the cost of compliance with Section 11B-202.4 is an unreasonable hardship, full compliance with Section 11B-202.4 shall not be required. Compliance shall be provided by equivalent facilitation or to the greatest extent possible without creating an unreasonable hardship; but in no case shall the cost of compliance be less than 20 percent of the adjusted construction cost. The total cost of alterations to the areas on that path of travel during the preceding three-year period shall be considered in determining whether the cost of making that path of travel accessible is disproportionate. [§11B-202.4 Exception CBC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

ENERGY

16. Alterations shall comply with the prescriptive approach of Section 141.0(b)(2) CEnC or performance approach requirements of § Section 141.0(b)(3) CEnC. Provide notes, details and documentation as applicable. [§141.0(b) CEnC]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

17. The following energy compliance forms are applicable to your project and need to be provided:

PRF: Performance Approach or applicable forms listed below CXR: This form is required for commissioning (Design review on all NR buildings, commissioning all new NR >= 10,000 sq ft.)
ELC: This form is required for electrical power distribution.

LTI: This form is required whenever there is new or altered indoor lighting.

LTS: This form is required for sign lighting. (If sign lighting is to be used) MCH: This form is required whenever there is new or altered mechanical systems.

PLB: This form is required whenever there is new or altered water heating system using the prescriptive method.

Provide complete Title 24 which demonstrate compliance. [§100.0 CEnC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

18. Provide a list of the mandatory measures for all applicable portions of the project i.e. building envelope, space- conditioning, all lighting (indoor/outdoor), water-heating systems, pools and spas, solar ready buildings, electrical power distribution systems and signs. ([§100.0, 110.0-110.12, 120.0-141.1 CEnC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

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19. Roof/ceiling insulation separating conditioned and unconditioned spaces/ambient air shall have a minimum R-23 insulation in Climate Zones 1-5, 9-16 a R-17 in Climate Zones 6-8 per Table 141.0-C and RR-14 insulation in Climate Zones 2, 10-16 and all climate zones in high rise residential and hotels/motels. R-8 insulation shall be provided elsewhere. Please provide. [§141.0(b)(1)(A) CEnC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

20. Wall insulation separating conditioned and unconditioned spaces/ambient air for the altered portion shall have a minimum R-13 insulation in metal and metal framed buildings, R-4 in spandrel panels and glass curtain walls and R-11 insulation in wood framed and other walls. Please provide. [§141.0(b)(1)(B) CEnC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

21. The altered components of the envelope, or space conditioning, lighting and water heating systems, and any newly installed equipment serving the alteration shall meet §110.0 through §110.9 CEnC (Mandatory Measures for All Occupancies), §120.0 through §120.6 CEnC (Nonresidential Mandatory Requirements for Ventilation, Space-Conditioning, Duct Systems, and Covered Processes), and §120.9 through §130.5 CEnC (Nonresidential Mandatory Requirements for Building Commissioning, Commercial Boilers, Indoor Lighting Controls, Outdoor Lighting Controls, Sign Lighting, and Electrical Power Distribution Systems) and the following:
a. New or replacement duct systems shall meet the requirements of §120.4(a) CEnC (Mandatory Requirements for Duct Systems). HERS verification shall be required when the space conditioning system meets the requirements of §120.4(g) CEnC
b. Where altered by replacement of installation of space-conditioning systems units thermostats used must demand responsive controls specified in Section 110.12 CEnC. Noncompliant existing thermostats must be replaced. Duct system connected to the new or replaced space-conditioning system equipment shall be sealed in accordance with Section 141.0(b)(2)(D)(ii) CEnC and shall be HERS verified. c. Entirely new, complete replacement or extensions of existing duct systems installed as part of an alteration must be HERS Verified in accordance with Section 120.4(g) CEnC. See exceptions. Where exempt must meet the duct leakage testing requirements of CMC Section 603.9.2 CMC. d. New lighting systems shall comply with §130.0 through §130.2 (Mandatory Requirements for Indoor and Outdoor Lighting Controls), §130.5 CEnC 130.4 (Mandatory Requirements for Electrical Power Distribution Systems), §140.3(c) (Prescriptive Daylighting Requirements), and §140.6 through §140.7 (Prescriptive Indoor and Outdoor Lighting). Multilevel daylighting control of §130.1(d) shall not apply when additional skylights are installed in existing building and the lighting system is not recircuited. e. New internally and externally laminated signs shall comply with §110.9, §130.3, and §140.8 (Mandatory and Prescriptive Requirements for Signs) CEnC.
f. Alterations to the existing indoor lighting that include 10% or more of the luminaries serving an enclosed space shall meet one of the following requirements per Section 141.0(b)(2)(I) CEnC:
i. Lighting alterations shall meet the indoor lighting power requirements of Section 140.6 CEnC and the lighting control requirements in Table 141.0-F CEnC. ii. Lighting alterations shall not exceed 80% of the indoor lighting power requirements of Section 140.6 CEnC and shall comply with the lighting control requirements in Table 141.0-F CEnC. iii. Lighting alterations shall be a one-for-one luminaire alteration within a building or tenant space of 5000 ft2 or less, the total wattage of the altered luminaires shall be at least 40% lower compared to their total pre-alteration wattage, and the alteration shall comply with the lighting control requirements in Table 141.0-F CEnC.
g. Alterations to existing internally and externally illuminated signs that increase the connect lighting load, replace and remove more than 50% of the ballast, or relocate the sign to a different location shall meet the requirements of §140.8 (Prescriptive Sign Requirements) CEnC. h. Water-heating systems, except for solar water-heating systems, shall meet the requirements of §140.5 (Prescriptive Water-Heating Requirements) CEnC.
i. A building shell for which new interior walls or ceilings are installed shall meet the requirements of §140.3(c) (Prescriptive Daylighting Requirements).

Provide notes, details and documentation showing compliance. [§120.4(b)(2), 141.0(b)(2), 141.0(b)(2)(E), 141.0(b)(2)(R), 140.4(n) CEnC]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

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PLUMBING

22. For addition or alteration the Indoor Water Use provisions of sections 5.303.3 and 5.303.4 shall apply to new fixtures in the areas of addition or alteration. Please replace non-compliant fixtures. [§5.303.5 CGBC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

23. Plumbing fixtures (water closets and urinals) and fittings (faucets and showerheads) shall comply with Section

5.303.3 CGBC. Some of the fixtures specified exceed the water consumption limits. Provide specifications meeting or exceeding the below requirements for all fixtures on sheet P001.  Water closets shall not exceed an effective flush volume of 1.28 gallons per flush. [§5.303.3.1 CGBC]  Urinals shall not exceed an effective flush volume of [wall mounted 0.125 gallons per flush], [floor mounted

0.5 gallons per flush]. [§5.303.3.2 CGBC]
 Lavatory faucets shall not exceed a maximum flow rate of 0.5 gallons per minute at 60 psi. [§5.303.3.4.1 CGBC]
 For faucets and Fountains including nonresidential lavatory faucets, kitchen faucets, metering faucets, metering faucets, pre-rinse spray valve. [§5.303.3.4 CGBC] Please ensure that all fixtures are compliant. [§5.303.5 CGBC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

24. The minimum size of each fresh water branch shall be determined by the number of fixture units to be served by that branch, the total developed length of the system, and the meter and street service size as per Section 610.8 CPC. No branch piping is required to be larger in size than that required by Table 610.4 CPC for the building supply pipe. Clearly identify the maximum run length and size for each run or fresh water. Indicate the demand on each segment of the cold water including the existing water line. Please include the meter size. [§ 610.9 CPC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

25. The size of vent piping shall be determined from its length and the total number of fixture units connected thereto, in accordance with Table 703.2. The diameter of an individual vent shall be not less than one and one-fourth inches nor less than one-half the diameter of the drain to which it is connected. In addition, the drainage piping of each building and each connection to a public sewer or a private sewage disposal system shall be vented by means of one or more vent pipes, the aggregate cross sectional area of which shall be not less than that of the largest required building sewer, as determined from Table 703.2. Vent pipes from fixtures located upstream from pumps, ejectors, backwater valves, or other devices that obstruct the free flow of air and other gases between the building sewer and the outside atmosphere shall not be used for meeting the cross sectional area venting requirements of this section. Exception: When connected to a common building sewer, the drainage piping of two or more buildings located on the same lot and under one ownership shall be permitted to be vented by means of piping sized in accordance with Table 703.2, provided the aggregate cross sectional area of vents is not less than that of the largest required common building sewer. Venting is undersized. Vent pipe us undersized. Please correct. [§ 904.1 CPC]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

26. The miximum length of the vent pipe for a 1-1/2” pipe is 60’ per Table 703.2. The total run of all vent piping provided is just over that length. Please increase vent pipe size to meet requirement. [§ 703.2 CPC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

27. No more than one-third of the total permitted length, in accordance with Table 703.2, of a minimum sized vent shall be installed in a horizontal position. Exception: Where a minimum sized vent is increase one pipe size for its entire length, the maximum length limitation does not apply. The maximum total horizontal run the 1-1/2” vent pipe specified is 20’ per Table 703.2. The Total length of horizontal vent pipe is approximately 50’. Please increase the size of the vent pipe to meet the requirement. [§ 904.2 CPC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

28. The drainage piping of each building and each connection to a public sewer or a private sewage disposal system shall be vented by means of one or more vent pipes, the aggregate cross-sectional area of which shall be not less than that of the largest required building sewer as determined from Table 703.2. Aggregate sizing of vents must be equal or greater than the largest sewer pipe of 4”. Provide adequate sizing of vent piping showing compliance. [§ 904.1 CPC]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

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29. On Sheet P101 in KEY NOTES-WASTE & VENT Number 2 states 2” waste pipe is to go to street lateral. Number 2 in the PLUMBING WASTE & VENT PIPING FLOOR PLAN show 4” waste pipe. Please coordinate. [§107.2 CBC]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

MECHANICAL

30. The required outdoor air-ventilation rate and air-distribution system design shall be identified on the plans.

Provide notes, details and documentation as applicable. [§120.1(a)(2) CEnC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

31. All heating or cooling systems not controlled by a central energy management control system (EMCS) shall have a setback thermostat. Provide notes, details and documentation as applicable. [§110.2(c) CEnC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

32. Show on the plans the duct materials and gages. [§602.1 CMC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

33. All mechanically ventilated buildings with new mechanical equipment shall provide air filtration with at least a Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) of 13. Filters shall be installed prior to occupancy, and shall be clearly labeled. Recommendations for maintenance shill be included in the operation and maintenance manual.

Note provided please add to plans. [§5.504.5.3 CGBC]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

34. Where temporary ventilation is required during construction, permanent HVAC system shall only be used during construction to maintain required temperature range for required installation. Use MERV 8 filters during construction. Replace all filters with MERV 13 filters immediately prior to occupancy or at the conclusion of construction if the building is occupied during construction. Note provided please add to plans. [§5.504.1 CGBC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

35. Air-conditioning condensate waste pipes shall connect indirectly, except where permitted in Section 310.6, to the drainage system through an air gap or air break to trapped and vented receptors, dry wells, leach pits, or the tailpiece of plumbing fixtures. A condensate drain shall be trapped in accordance with the appliance manufacturer's instructions or as approved. Please shoe condensate line on plans with appropriate discharge location. [§310.5 CMC]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

ELECTRICAL

36. Identify location of new transformer in floor electrical floor plan. [§107.2 CBC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

37. Switchboards, switchgear, and panelboards shall have a short-circuit current rating not less than the available fault current. In other than one- and two-family dwelling units, the available fault current and the date the calculation was performed shall be field marked on the enclosure at the point of supply. The marking shall comply with 110.21(B)(3). Note provided please include in plans. On sheet E004B the available fault current Isc is stated to be 15,035A. Panel A has an Ampere Interrupting Capacity of 10,000 which does not meet the requirement please increase the capacity of Panel A to be equal to or greater than the ISC. [§408.6 CEC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

38. Heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment requiring servicing shall be provided with a 125-volt, single- phase, 15- or 20-ampere-rated receptacle outlet shall be installed at an accessible location within 25 ft of the equipment as specified in 210.63(A). The required receptacle outlet shall be located on the same level as the heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. The receptacle outlet shall not be connected to the load side of the equipment's branch-circuit disconnecting means. See exception. Please provide. [§210.63 CEC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

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39. Disconnecting means shall be provided for all air-conditioning and refrigerating equipment. Disconnecting means shall be located within sight from, and readily accessible from the air-conditioning or refrigerating equipment. The disconnecting means shall be permitted to be installed on or within the air-conditioning or refrigerating equipment.

The disconnecting means shall not be located on panels that are designed to allow access to the air-conditioning or refrigeration equipment or to obscure the equipment nameplate(s). Please provide. [§440.11 & 440.14 CEC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

40. All appliances requiring an external source of electrical power for its operation shall be provided with the a readily accessible electrical disconnecting means within sight of the appliance that completely de-energizes the appliance and a 120-V ac grounding-type receptacle outlet on the roof adjacent to the appliance on the supply side of the disconnect switch. Please provide [NFPA 54:9.4.2.3] [§303.8.5 CMC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

41. On sheet E003, detail 7 reflects 2019 codes. Please update to reflect 2022 codes. [§107.2 CBC]

Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

42. The general lighting of any enclosed space 100 sf. or larger in which the connected lighting load exceeds 0.5 watt/sf, and has more than one luminaire, shall provide multilevel lighting controls that allow the level of lighting to be adjusted. Provide notes, details and documentation as applicable. [§130.1(b) CEnC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

43. All installed indoor lighting shall be equipped with Shut-OFF controls that meet the following requirements:
 Shall be controlled with occupant sensing controls, automatic time-switch control, or other control capable of automatically shutting OFF all the lighting when the space is typically unoccupied.  Separate controls for the lighting of each floor, other than stairwells.  Separate controls for spaces enclosed by ceiling-height partitions not exceeding 5,000 sf  Separate controls for general, display, ornamental, and display case lighting  For automatic time-switch controls, this may include a manual-ON mode that complies with Section 130.1(a) and allows the lighting to remain ON for no more than 2 hours once override is initiated.

Provide notes, details and documentation as applicable. [§130.1(c)(1) CEnC] Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

44. Countdown timers may only be used as an automatic shut-OFF control in closets less than 70 sf and server aisles in server rooms. The maximum timer setting shall be 10 or 30 minutes, respectively. Provide notes, details and documentation as applicable. [§130.1(c)(2) CEnC]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

45. Automatic time-switch control installed to comply with per Section 130.1(c)(1) CEnC, other than occupancy sensors, shall incorporate a manual override control that complies with Section 130.1(a) CEnC and allows the lighting to remain ON for no more than 2 hrs when the override is initiated. See exceptions. Further, it shall incorporate an automatic holiday “shut-OFF” that turns off all loads for at least 24 hours then resumes for normally scheduled operations. Provide notes, details and documentation as applicable. [§130.1(c)(3) CEnC Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

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46. Occupant sensing controls that automatically shut-OFF all the lighting when unoccupied are required for specified offices, multipurpose rooms, classrooms, conference rooms and restrooms. In offices 250 sf or smaller, multipurpose rooms less than 1000sf, classrooms, and conference rooms. In offices 250 square feet or smaller, multipurpose rooms of less than 1,000 square feet, classrooms of any size, conference rooms of any size, and restrooms of any size, lighting shall be controlled with occupant sensing controls to automatically shut OFF all of the lighting in 20 minutes or less after the control zone is unoccupied. In areas required by Section 130.1(b) controls will be governed by Section 130.1(c)(5) CEnC. Provide notes, details and documentation as applicable. [§130.1(c)(5) CEnC]
Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

47. The means of egress illumination level shall be not less than 1 footcandle (11 lux) at the walking surface. Along exit access stairways, exit stairways and at their required landings, the illumination level shall not be less than 10 footcandles (108 lux) at the walking surface when the stairway is in use. Please verify and provide. [§1008.2.1 CBC].

Response:_______________________________________________________________________________

STRUCTURAL

**No Comments**

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Project Description: New Fuel Station

Project Address: 5601 E Ramon Ave. Palm Springs, CA 92262

Application/ Permit #: 2023-1802

Occupancy: M

Type of Construction: II-B, V-B

Sprinklers: Yes

Stories: 1

Floor Area (s.f.): 4,413 / 1,358

Fire Hazard Severity Zone/ WUI: No

Fire Alarm: No

Bureau Veritas has completed the first plan review of the below listed documents on behalf of the City of Palm Springs Building & Safety Department:

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. This plan review has been made to verify conformance to minimum requirements of codes and ordinances adopted by the City of Palm Springs. Codes in effect for this project include the 2022 editions of the California Building Code (CBC), California Residential Code (CRC), California Green Building Code (CGBC), California Plumbing Code (CPC), California Mechanical Code (CMC), California Electrical Code (CEC), and California Energy Code (CEnC). The CBC is based on the 2021 editions of the International Building Code, which was published by the International Code Council. The CPC and CMC are based on the 2021 edition of the Uniform Plumbing and Mechanical Codes, respectively, which were published by IAPMO. The CEC is based on the 2020 edition of the National Electrical Code published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

Applicable code sections are referenced after each item in this list.

2. These plans and documents have been reviewed for compliance with the applicable code requirements and instructions of the jurisdiction. The stamping of these plans shall not be held to permit or be an approval of a violation of any applicable codes and/or standards nor relieve the owner, design professional of record or contractor of compliance with any applicable codes and/or standards. Plan review of documents does not authorize construction to proceed in violation of any federal, state, nor local regulation.

3. The review does not necessarily include errors and omissions. Complete compliance is the responsibility of the designer.

4. All comments shall be resolved on the plans prior to the recommendation to the governing body for approval.

5. The comments identified in other sections of this review require clarifications/corrections before this plan check can be completed.

6. For reference for explanations in the examiner’s comment sections, italic text refers to the initial submittals, bold text on second submittals, and underlined text on third submittals.

7. Please annotate your response in the areas on each comment, please see the comment section,

8. Submit a list showing any changes to the plan or previously submitted documents that are not the result of the plan check comments. Please “cloud” and/or “delta” all revisions made on plans due to this comment list as well as any other design changes.

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IN ORDER TO PROCESS THIS PLAN REVIEW PLEASE PROVIDE THE NAME AND

PHONE NUMBER OF THE INDIVIDUAL WHO PREPARED THESE PLAN REVIEW

RESPONSES
NAME: _____________________________________ PHONE: ____________________________

Please ONE full COMPLETE electronic submittal, with supporting documentation, and answers to ALL comments listed in the comment section and submit to:

City of Palm Springs, 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Respectfully Submitted,

Martin Pasamba
Plan Check Engineer
250 N Westlake Blvd. Ste. 150
Westlake Village, CA 91362
[email protected]
Office: 805 230-2888
Henry Pio, P.E.

Plan Check Engineer
250 N Westlake Blvd. Ste. 150
Westlake Village, CA 91362
[email protected]
Office: 805 230-2888
Abteen Shirehjini, M.S., P.E.

Plan Check Engineer
250 N Westlake Blvd. Ste. 150
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Office: 805 230-2888

Please write the sheet number, detail number, and/or location indicating where the comment is located. Please be specific as to where comment items have been addressed so that recheck may be expedited. To aid in the plan review process—please indicate in the space adjacent to each comment or on a separate sheet, the sheet and the exact location on the sheet where corrections have been made (e.g., Detail S of Sheet 3). Please “cloud” and/or “delta” all revisions made on plans due to this comment list as well as any other design changes.

JURISDICTIONAL COMMENTS
J1. Provide a complete description of the scope of work for this project on the cover sheet of the plans. [§ 107.2 CBC]
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J2. Provide the site address on the Title Sheet and all sheets of the plan. [§ 107.2 CBC] RESPONSE:

J3. Per City of Palm Springs, no deferred submittals allowed except for fire alarms and fire sprinklers .

Please revise General Information section on Title Sheet of plans and provide complete architectural plan, structural plans, structural calculations, etc., for a complete submittal. Additional comments may follow.

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J4. Provide a Building Code Data L egend on the Title Sheet. [ § 107.2 CBC] Include the following code information for each building proposed:
a. Sprinklers: Yes or No ____________________
b. Stories ____________________
c. APN # ____________________
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ARCHITECTURAL COMMENTS – MARTIN PASAMBA/ [email protected] A1. Provide a fully dimensioned site plan drawn to scale. The site plan shall show the north arrow, property lines, easements, public ways and all existing/proposed buildings and structures on the site. Clearly dimension building setbacks from property lines, street centerlines, and from all adjacent buildings and structures on the site plan. [§ 107.2.5 CBC] Additional comments may follow upon next submittal.

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A2. Show on the site plan, or provide the grading plans, showing finish floor elevations, elevations of finish grade adjacent to buildings, established street grades, drainage patterns and locations and gradients of cut or fill slopes. [§ 107.2.5 CBC]
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A3. Finish grade around the structure/addition shall slope away from the foundation a minimum of 5% (2% for impervious surfaces) for a minimum distance of 10 feet. Include a note on the site plan or show on a foundation detail. [§1804.4 CBC]
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A4. Setback dimensions shall be measured perpendicular to t he property and shall be as shown in Figure J108.1, unless substantiated data is submitted justifying reduced setbacks. [§J108.1 CBC] RESPONSE:

A5. Provide an allowable area analysis complying with Section 506 for the proposed building as shown on sheet FSA1.4. The allowable area analysis shall be on the cover sheet of the plans. Specify on the cover sheet of the plans.

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A6. The height and number of stories cannot exceed that shown in Tables 504.3 & 504.4. Show the code basis for the height/number of stories as shown.

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A7. When a new building is to be erected on the same property as an existing building, the location of the assumed property line with relation to the existing building shall be such that the exterior wall and opening protection of the existing building meet the criteria of Sections 705.5 & 705.8. [§ 705.3 CBC] Please clarify on site plan if proposed building and fuel canopy will be erected on the same pro perty as an existing building to v erify proposed building complies with 705 CBC f or exterior walls, projections, opening protections, etc. as shown on Fire Protection section on title sheet of plans.

Additional comments may follow upon a complete submittal of construction documents.

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A8. Please verify parapet construction complie s with 705.11.1 CBC. Parapets shall have the same fire - resistance rating as that required for the supporting wall, and on any side adjacent to a roof surface, shall have noncombustible faces for the uppermost 18”, including counter flashing and coping materials. The height of the parapet shall be not less than 30” above the point where the roof surface and the wall intersect.

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A9. [§107.2 CBC] Provide a section view of all new interior partitions:
a. Specify type, size, and spacing of studs.
b. Specify method of attaching top and bottom plates to structure. c. The top of the partition must be secured to the roof or floor framing unless the suspended ceiling has been designed to resist the lateral out-of-plane loads from the partition. d. Specify the wall sheat hing material and method of attachment (size and spacing of fasteners)
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A10. Provide an egress plan showing the number of occupants on each floor and in all rooms and spaces.

Specify the required width and actual width of all egress components (doors, stairways, corridors, etc.).

Specify the travel distance for each area. [§107 CBC]
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A11. Note on the plans: “All exits are to be openable from inside without the use of a key or special knowledge.” In lieu of the above requirement, in Group A occupancies having an occupant load of 300 or less, Group B, F, M and S and in places of religious worship, you may note “Provide a sign on or near the exit doors reading THIS DOOR TO REMAIN UNLOCKED WHEN BUILDING IS OCCUPIED.” This signage is only allowed at the main exit. [§ 1010.1.9 & 1010.1.9.3 CBC] RESPONSE:

A12. Door landings shall have a length measured in the direction of travel of not less than 44 inches. [ § 1010.1.6 CBC]
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A13. Please provide the following roof information on construction documents:
a. Class of roof covering is required per Table 1505.1. b. Roof material and application. Clearly specify waterproofing, flashing, and method of attachment appropriate to the material being used. [§ 1507 CBC] c. ICC, UL or other recognized listing approval number for roof materials not covered in CBC, e.g., tile, etc. [§107 CBC]
d. Overflow drains having the same size as roof drains and on independent drain lines are required. In lieu of this, overflow scuppers, 4” minimum high with a width equal to the circumference of the roof drain may be provided. Overflow system shall have inlets located two inches above the roof low points. [§1502.2 & 1502.3 CBC]. Size the drains per CPC.

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A14. Show attic or enclosed rafter space ventilation. Minimum vent area is 1/150 of attic area or per reduced attic ventilation area of 1/300 provided reduced ventilation meets requirements per referenced code. [§1202.2 CBC]
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A15. Show location of attic access with a minimum size of 20” x 30” unless the maximum vertical headroom height in the attic is less than 30”. Where mechanical equipment is installed in the attic the minimum dimensions are 22”x30” and at least as large as the largest component of the appliance. Access must be provided to each separated attic area, with a 30” headr oom clearance above the opening. [§1209.2 CBC & §904.10 CMC] If applicable.
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A16. Addresses shall be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property. Address numbers shall be 4 inches in height, ½” minimum stroke width and of contrast ing color to their background. [§ 501.2 CBC]
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ACCESIBILITY COMMENTS – ABTEEN SHIREHJINI, M.S., P.E. – 805 230-2888

ACCESSIBLE ROUTE
ACC1. [§11B-206.2.1 CBC] At least one accessible route within the boundary of the site shall be provided within the site from public transportation stops, accessible parking and accessible passenger loading zones, and public streets or sidewalks, to the accessible building entrance they serve. The site plan shall show the property lines, easements, public ways, impro vements and existing buildings and structures sufficiently to verify disabled accessibility compliance with §11B -202.4 CBC for this project. Provide a complete site plan and identify all accessible routes in accordance with the referenced Section.

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ACC2. At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements, and accessible spaces that are on the same site. [§11B-206.2.2 CBC] Provide accessible routes between the canopy structure, service building, and trash enclosure. Clearly identify routes on the site plan.

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ACC3. Accessible routes shall consist of one or more of the following components: walking surfaces with running slopes not steeper than 1:20, doorways, ramps, curb ramps excluding flared sides, elevators, and platform lifts. All components shall comply with the applicable requirements of 11B Division 4. [§11B-402.2 CBC] Provide a complete site plan and identify all accessible components in accordance with the referenced Section. Provide details for accessible components.

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PARKING
ACC4. Where parking is provided, accessible parking spaces, access aisles and vehicular routes serving accessible parking shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 11A. [§ 406.2.3 CBC] Parking spaces not found. Provide a complete site plan that includes accessible parking. Provide details in accordance with chapter 11A for all accessible parking facilities and routes.

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ACC5. Where provided, electric vehicle charging systems shall be installed in accor dance with the California Electrical Code and the California Green Building Standards Code. Electric vehicle charging system equipment shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2202. Electric vehicle supply equipment shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2594. Accessibility to electric vehicle charging stations shall be provided in accordance with Chapters 11A and/or 11B. [§ 406.2.7 CBC] Parking spaces not found. If electric vehicle parking is required for this project, provide a complete site plan that includes accessibility to electrical vehicle charging stations. Provide details in accordance with chapter 11A and/or 11B.

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ACC6. Provide disabled parking space(s) for visitors and unassigned spaces (5% of the total provided parking). Signage is required and shall not be blocked from view by a vehicle parked in the space. [§1109A.5 & 406.2.3 CBC] Identify locations on the site plan and provide complete accessible parking details.

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ACC7. An additional sign shall also be posted eith er; 1) in a conspicuous place, at each entrance to off - street parking facilities or 2) immediately adjacent to and visible from each stall or space. The additional sign shall be not less than 17" wide by 22" high with lettering 1" high minimum stating the following: "Unauthorized vehicles parked in designated accessible spaces not displaying distinguishing placards or special license plates issued for persons with disabilities may be towed away at owner's expense. Towed vehicles may be reclaimed at ________ or by telephoning ________." [§11B-502.8 CBC] Identify signage location(s) on the site plan.

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WALKING SURFACES
ACC8. Walk and sidewalks shall have a continuous common surface, not interrupted by steps or by abrupt changes in level exceeding 1/2" per 11B-302, and shall be a minimum of 48" in width. [§11B - 403.5.1.3 CBC]
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ACC9. If a walk crosses or adjoins a vehicular way, and the walking surfaces are not separated by curbs, railings, or other elements between the pedestrian areas and vehicular areas, the boundary between the areas shall be defined by a continuous detectable warning 36" wide minimum and comply with 11B-705.1.1. [§11B-247.1.2.5 CBC] Specify locations for detectable warnings on the site plan.

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ACC10. Walking surfaces cross slopes shall not be steeper than 1:48. [§11B-403.3 CBC] RESPONSE:

ENTRANCES & EXITS
ACC11. Handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operable parts on doors and gates shall not require tight grasping, tight pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate. [§11B-404.2.7 CBC] RESPONSE:

ACC12. Operable parts such as hardware shall be 34" minimum and 44" maximum above the finished floor or ground. [§11B-404.2.7 CBC]
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ACC13. Every doorway which is located within an accessible path of travel shall be of a size as to permit the installation of a door not less than 3' in width and not less than 6'-8" in height. When installed, exit doors shall be capable of opening at least 90 degrees and shall be so mounted that the clear width of the exit is not less than 32", measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop. [§11B-404.2.3 CBC] Clarify for the door serving Utility Enclosure 855, shown on sheet FSA2.

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ACC14. Minimum maneuvering clearances at doors shall comply with 11B -404.2.4. The floor or ground area within the required clearances shall be level and clear. [§11B-404.2.4 CBC] Provide sufficient maneuvering clearance for the red marked door shown in the image below. There appears to be object within the required clearance. Please dimension clearance.

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ACC15. Minimum maneuvering clearances at doors shall comply with 11B -404.2.4. The floor or ground area within the required clearances shall be level and clear. [§11B -404.2.4 CBC] Door 852/A shown on 1/FSA5 does not appear to provide sufficient maneuvering clearance. Please revise.

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ACC16. The bottom 10" of all doors except automatic and sliding shall have a smooth, uninterrupted surface to allow the door to be opened by a wheelchair footrest without creating a trap or hazardous condition. Where narrow frame doors are used, a 10" high smooth panel shall be installed on the push side of the door, which will allow the door to be opened by a wheelchair footrest without creating a trap or hazardous condition. [§11B-404.2.10 CBC] RESPONSE:

ACC17. Maximum effort to operate doors shall not exceed 5 pounds for exterior doors and 5 pounds for interior doors, such pull or push effort being applied at right angles to hinged doors and at the center plane of sliding or folding doors. Compensating devices or automatic door operat ors may be utilized to meet the above standards. [§11B-404.2.9 CBC] RESPONSE:

TOILET AND BATHING ROOMS
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either light on a dark background or dark on a light background. [§11B-703.7.2.6.1 CBC] Revise signage shown on sheet FSA1.2.

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ACC19. A circle 1/4" thick and 12" in diameter shall be located at entrances to women’s toilet and bathing facilities. The circle symbol shall contrast with the door, either light on a dark background or dark on a light background. [§11B-703.7.2.6.2 CBC] Revise signage shown on sheet FSA1.2.

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ACC20. Geometric symbols at entrances to toilet and bathing rooms shall be mounted at 58” minimum and 60” maximum above the finish floor or ground surface measured from the centerline of the symbol. Where a door is provided the symbol shall be mounted within 1” of the vertical centerline of the door. [§11B-703.7.2.6 CBC] Revise signage shown on sheet FSA1.2.

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ACC21. Doors shall not swing into the clear floor space or clearance required for any fixture. Doors other than the door to the accessible water closet compartment may encroach into the turning space by 12” maximum. [§11B -603.2.3 CBC] Doors in the restrooms appear to be protruding into the turning spaces. Please verify that the doors do not protrude more than 12 inches into the required turning space. Show on plans.

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ACC22. [§11B-604 CBC] Water Closets and Toilet Compartments:
a. The centerline of the water closet shall be 17” minimum to 18” maximum from the side wall or partition, except that the water closet shall be 17” minimum to 19” maximum from the side wall or partition in ambulatory accessible toilet compartments. Water closets shall be arranged for a left or right handed approach. [§11B-604.2 CBC] Revise water closet dimensions shown on sheet FSA5.

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b. Clearance around a water closet shall be 60” minimum measured perpendicular from the side wall and 56” minimum measured perpendicular from the rear wall. A minimum 60” wide and 48” deep maneuvering space shall be provided in front of the water closet. [§11B -604.3 CBC] Clearly dimension on plans.

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c. The seat height of a water closet above the finish floor shall be 17” minimum and 19” maximum measured to the top of the seat. Seats shall not be sprung to return to a lifted position. Seat shall be 2” high maximum, except that 3" seats shall be permitted only in alterations where the existing fixture is less than 15" high. [§11B-604.4 CBC] Clearly dimension on plans.

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d. Water closet flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Flush controls shall comply with operable parts requirement except that they be located 44" maximum above the floor. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet. [§11B- 604.6 CBC]
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e. The side-wall grab bar shall be 42” long minimum, located 12” maximum for the rear wall and extending 54” minimum from the rear wall with the front end positioned 24” minimum in front of the water closet. The rear-wall grab bar shall be 36” long minimum and extend from the center line 12” minimum on one side and 24” minimum on the other. [§11B -604.5.1 CBC] Clearly show all dimensions referenced in this comment.

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ACC23. [§11B-606 CBC] Lavatories:
a. A clear floor space 30" by 48" positioned for a forward approach and shall have knee and toe clearances.

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b. All lavatories and sinks shall be installed with the front of the higher of the rim or the counter surface 34" maximum above the finish floor or ground.

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c. Water supply and drain pipes under lavatories shall be insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. There shall be no sharp or abrasive surfaces under lavatories and sinks.

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d. Controls for faucets shall comply with operable parts. Hand-operated metering faucets shall remain open for 10 sec. minimum.

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ACC24. [§11B-609 CBC] Grab Bars:
a. The space between the grab bar and projecting object above shall be 12” minimum. The vertical grab bar shown above the side-wall grab bar in both restrooms appears to protrude into the 12” clear space above the side-wall grab bar. Please revise.

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ACC25. Bathroom Accessories:
a. Mirrors located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 40” maximum above the finish floor or ground. [§11B -603.3 CBC] Provide dimensions.

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b. Where towel, sanitary napkins, waste receptacles, and other similar dispensing and disposal fixtures are provided in toilet facilities, at least one of each type shall be located on an accessible route. All operable parts, including coin slots, shall be 40" maximum above the finished floor. [§11B-603.5 CBC] Revise heights.

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c. Toilet paper dispensers shall be 7” minimum and 9” maximum in front of the water closet measured from the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be below the grab bar, 19” minimum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind the grab bar. [§11B - 604.7 CBC] Clarify 19” minimum height dimension on plans. Current height shown on 5/FSA5 appears to be at 18”.

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SPACE ALLOWANCE & REACH RANGES
ACC26. At least one and not less than 5% of al l lockers shall be made accessible to persons with disabilities, including clear space, reach range requirements, and a path of travel not less than 36" in clear width shall be provided to these lockers. [§11B -225.2.1 CBC] Please clarify for lockers shown in Storage 856.

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ACC27. The minimum clear width required to turn 180° around an element shall be 42" wide minimum approaching the turn, 48” minimum during the turn, and 42” minimum leaving the turn where the obstruction is less than 48" in length. [§11B-403.5.2 CBC] Provide dimensions in Sales 850 area.

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