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Review the information below before submitting plans for review.\u003Cbr>Plan sheet size and material\u003Cbr>• Minimum Sheet Size: 18 in. x 24 in.\u003Cbr>• Maximum Sheet Size: 36 in. x 48 in.\u003Cbr>• Print plans on white, standard-weight, bond type paper.\u003Cbr>Acceptable drawing scales\u003Cbr>• Architectural Scale: ¼ in. = 1 ft.-0 in.\u003Cbr>• Larger scales may be used. If a smaller scale is used, the plans examiner may reject your plans.\u003Cbr>Minimum requirements\u003Cbr>• Must be of professional quality and drawn to scale. Free-hand sketches will not be accepted.\u003Cbr>• Printed plans must be in ink and in grayscale. Pencil drawings will not be accepted.\u003Cbr>• Title block with sheet number and project address.\u003Cbr>• Applicable design codes and edition.\u003Cbr>• Code summary, construction types, occupancy classifications, means of egress, occupant loads, fire protection features , and other life safety elements.\u003Cbr>• Existing conditions and demolition plan (if applicable) .\u003Cbr>• Floor plans must depict the entire project work area.\u003Cbr>• All rooms and spaces should be labeled with their uses (e.g. , bedroom, kitchen, office, utility, storage, etc. ) .\u003Cbr>• Sizes and locations of all rooms, doors, windows, stairways, corridors, etc. , must be shown and supplemented with door and window schedules , and include ceiling heights for all spaces.\u003Cbr>• Wall, floor-ceiling, and roof types/ratings and their locations are required (with listings noted, where applicable) .\u003Cbr>• For framing and structural details, plans for new construction, and additions , you must provide:\u003Cbr>o Foundation details.\u003Cbr>o Wall bracing plan and details.\u003Cbr>• Energy conservation details to supplement the selected method of compliance.\u003Cbr>• Accessibility features and details (if applicable) .\u003Cbr>• Flood protection details (if applicable) .\u003Cbr>Design professional signature and seal\u003Cbr>The signature and seal of a PA-licensed design professional (registered architect or professional engineer) is required if the cost of work exceeds $25,000 or if any structural work is proposed (regardless of cost) .\u003Cbr>Prerequisite approvals\u003Cbr>Plans included with your building permit application package may require approvals from other departments or agencies. |","cbCailBDafu94tVU","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCailBDafu94tVU","pdf",166215,"English","# Plan Requirements\n## Overview\n## Plan Sheet Size and Material\n## Acceptable Drawing Scales\n## Minimum Requirements\n## Design Professional Signature and Seal\n## Prerequisite Approvals","[{\"question\":\"What paper and printing standards must the plan drawings follow?\",\"answer\":\"Printed plans must be on white, standard-weight bond paper and produced in ink and grayscale. 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