Section 16.03.02.121 - NEW CONSTRUCTION STANDARDSAll new buildings must meet the following requirements and the standards, guidelines, and requirements contained in the sources incorporated by reference in Section 002 in these rules. Where there are conflicts between the requirements, the most restrictive condition will apply. All new construction, plans, and specifications must be submitted to, and approved by, the Department to assure compliance with applicable standards, codes, rules, and regulations. All plans must be submitted electronically.
01.Plans, Specifications, and Inspections. All new construction, plans, and specifications must be submitted to, and approved, by the Department to assure compliance with applicable standards, codes, rules, and regulations. All plans must be submitted electronically.a. A full set of architecture plans must be prepared, signed, stamped, and dated by an Idaho-licensed architect or engineer. A variance of this requirement may be granted by the Department when the project does not necessitate involvement of an architect or engineer. This must include all the following: i. The assignment of all spaces, size of areas and rooms, and indicated in outline the fixed and movable equipment and furniture.ii. The plans are drawn at a scale sufficiently large to clearly present the proposed design, but not less than a scale of one-eighth inch (1/8") equals one foot (1').iii. The drawings include a plan for each floor, including the basement or ground floor with approach or site plan, showing roads, parking areas, sidewalks, etc.iv. The total floor area and number of beds are computed and noted on the drawings.v. Outline specifications provide a general description of the construction, including interior finishes, acoustical material, its extent and type and heating, electrical, and ventilation systems.vi. A physical address approved by the city or county.viii. Fire alarm shop drawings and specifications submitted by a qualified fire alarm contractor.ix. Sprinkler shop drawings and specifications submitted by an Idaho-licensed fire sprinkler contractor.b. Prior to occupancy, the facility must be inspected and approved by the Department. The facility will notify the Department at least two (2) weeks prior to completion to schedule a final inspection.Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.03.02.121