Town of Clarence Required Information on Residential Plans
Soil test requirements – All plans for new residential structures must contain information to verify soil characteristics at the location of the proposed structure with design values utilized by a New York State Licensed Architect or Engineer as required by the Design Professional for the project. A statement from the project architect or engineer is required reflecting his/her review of the soil test.
Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria
Ground snow load – 50
Wind – 90 mph
Seismic – per soil test
Weathering – severe
Frost Line – 42” minimum
Termite – slight to moderate
Decay – none to slight
Winter design temperature – 2 (14A)
Ice shield – 24” inside exterior wall line of building
Flood hazard – see maps/Town Engineering Department
All residential plans must verify code compliance indicated on the checklist required by the Building Department.
-Review and approval of soil test by licensed professional
-Provide a cross section for foundation drainage per section R 405 and soil bearing required for the structure
-Notation indicating allowable notching and boring of flooring members
-Copies of truss specifications stamped by a New York State Architect/Engineer
-Notation indicating location of draft stopping, fire stopping and fire blocking
-Specify amount and type of roof ventilation
-Cross section for roof ice barrier application
-Cross section for masonry fireplaces
-Cross section for all insulation materials, type, vapor barrier and R-values
-Provide information for the mechanical system. Including but not limited to furnace type location, duct type, venting, dryer vent, heat duct insulation, combustion air, fresh air
-Elevations, exterior materials, roof pitches, chimney termination, attic ventilation
-Wall sections, all structural components including beams and headers
-Window schedule, sizes, type, verification of egress requirements and window well sizes (if applicable)
-Stair cross section, rise and run, headroom, width, railings, guard rails and landings
Residential Checklist Must be Completed by the Design Professional