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Section 7 -5 -170: STRUCTURAL OI3SERVATIONS FOR SEISMIC RESITANCE <br /> Section 1710.2 of the 2010 Edition of the California Building Code is amended by adding new <br /> item 6 and exception to read as follows: <br /> 6. Structural observations of the lateral system shall be provided for all new <br /> commercial, industrial, and multifamily buildings and all new single family dwelling <br /> on hillsides. <br /> Exception: Structural observations of' the lateral system may be waived for one and <br /> two -story wood residential structure when such structures are in full compliance with <br /> conventional design of Chapter 23 of the California Building Code. <br /> SECTION 7 -5 -175: SOILS AND FOUNDATIONS <br /> Sections 1803.8, 1803.9 and 1803.10 are added to the 2010 California Building Code to read: <br /> 1803.8 Review. Before issuing a permit for a building where soil and foundation <br /> investigation is required. the Geotechnical Engineer or Civil Engineer in responsible charge <br /> of the soil investigation shall state in writing (must be signed and stamped): <br /> 1. The plans and specifications substantially conform to the recommendations in the soil <br /> investigation. <br /> 2. The Geotechnical Engineer or Civil Engineer in responsible charge of the soil <br /> investigation has been retained to provide soil site observation and provide periodic <br /> and final reports to he city. <br /> 1803.9 Field Report. Before requesting a foundation inspection from the City, the <br /> Geotechnical Engineer or Civil Engineer in responsible charge of the soil investigation shall <br /> provide a written field report stating: <br /> 1. The building pad was prepared and compacted in accordance with the soil report and <br /> specification. <br /> 2. The foundation or pier excavation, depth, backfill materials, and drainage (if <br /> applicable), substantially conforms with the soil report and approved plans. <br /> 1803.10 Final Report. Before final inspection for any building or structure, the <br /> Geotechnical Engineer or Civil Engineer in responsible charge of the soil investigation shall <br /> issue a final report stating the completed pad, foundation. finish grading, drainage, and <br /> associated site work substantially conforms to the approved plans, specifications, and <br /> investigation. <br /> 24 <br />