Presented by Small Firm Forum.
Steven Winkel, FAIA will present an overview of the 2010 California Residential Code. Steve is on the State's code committee and is an invaluable resource to our Chapter. He will present an overview of the new code, highlight the important differences, explain the process of identifying and adopting new codes as well as answer questions. This presentation is for those of us who practice residential architecture.
Date: Thursday, April 7, 2011
Location: AIA East Bay, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland.
Time: Noon - 1:30pm
1.5 LU/HSW Hours
Learning Objectives:
1. After completing this program participants will understand the scope of the 2010 California Residential Code.
2. Participants will know the key features that have changed since the last Code.
3. Participants will understand how code revisions are identified and adopted.
4. Participants will understand how jurisdictions adopt the code and why they may adopt stricter codes.
For more information: 510/464-3600
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Tuesday, March 08, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011
Changes to Title 24/California's Building Code
Steve Winkel, FAIA. PE, CASp will give an overview of the changes to the 2010 California Building Code from the previous 2007 edition. Steve will focus on the aspects of Title 24 related to commercial, and institutional buildings along with multifamily housing, rather than on the new Residential Code or CalGreen. He will be discussing basic accessibility requirements for “public accommodations” and multi-family housing as part to this course.
Steven R Winkel, FAIA. PE, CASp has forty years of experience as an architect, engineer, landscape architect and recently became certified as an access specialist in
2/17/11
Changes to Title 24/California's Building Code
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Contact: 510/464-3600
Cost: $40 for AIA members; $60 for non-members. Registration required. Click here to register.
2 CES/HSW LUs
For more information: 510/464-3600
Thursday, December 09, 2010
Monthly Program: The New ADAAG - The 2010 Standard for Compliance with the ADA
It has been almost 20 years since the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). There have been little changes to the guidelines, but many interpretations have been offered by the Department of Justice (DOJ), who enforce the Federal Law. The new guidelines or "2010 ADA Standards" as they're known, contain significant changes in addition to providing additional direction for compliance. These standards will be optional starting March 15, 2011 and mandatory on March 15, 2012. Kerwin Lee, AIA will give an overview of the changes and how that will affect the design and built community.
Join us after the program in the AIA East Bay Chapter Office for a wine and cheese networking reception.
Join us after the program in the AIA East Bay Chapter Office for a wine and cheese networking reception.
2/23/11
Monthly Program: The New ADAAG - The 2010 Standard for Compliance with the ADA
The program is followed by a wine and cheese networking reception in the AIA East Bay Chapter Office. Presented by Kerwin Lee, AIA.
Time: 5:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Contact: 510/464-3600
Cost: $15.75 for AIA East Bay Chapter Members; $35 for non-members. Registration required. Click here to register.
1.5 CES/MCE/HSW LUs
For more information: 510/464-3600
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Building Under the California Green Building Code
Designing and building under Part 11 of the Title 24, the California Green Building Standards is a small portion of going Green. *Compliance with Part 11 does not eliminate or alleviate compliance with the other parts of the building regulations.* Opening up a building for light and ventilation may require applying the atrium provisions of the code. Other required fire separations will need to be addressed to provide safety for the occupants and building.
This program will look at how green design can create challenges for compliance with other portions of the code related to fire and life safety.
9/29/10
Monthly Program: Building Under the California Green Building Code
Kerwin Lee, AIA of Rolf Jensen & Associates, Inc. will discuss codes. Wine sponsored by Dealey Renton & Associates.
Time: 5:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Contact: 510/464-3600
Cost: $15.75 for AIA Members; $21 for non-members. Registration required. Click here to register.
1.5 CES/HSW/SD LUs
For more information: 510/464-3600
Monday, June 07, 2010
CalGreen - Understanding the new California Green Building Code
The new California Green Code goes into effect on January 1, 2011. This presentation will familiarize you with the requirements of the new code and how it will relate to already adopted green building regulations currently in place in various local jurisdictions.
6/30/10
Monthly Program: CalGreen - Understanding the new California Green Building Code
Steve Winkel, FAIA, architect member and Vice Chair of the California State Building Standard's Commission will give an overview of the new CalGreen Building Standards Code. A wine and cheese networking reception follows this program.
Time: 5:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Contact: 510/464-3600
Cost: $15.75 for AIA Members; $21 for non-members. Registration required. Click here to register.
1.5 CES/HSW/SD LUs
For more information: 510/464-3600
Steven Winkel, FAIA, PE, CASp manages the San Francisco Bay Area office of the Preview Group, Inc., an architectural consulting firm that specializes in building code consulting and regulatory issues affecting designers. Steve has almost 40 years experience as a licensed architect, engineer, landscape architect and certified access specialist. He is the author, along with noted illustrator Frank Ching, of the well received book Building Codes Illustrated for John Wiley & Sons, now in its third edition. Steve is currently working on a new book, Residential Codes Illustrated, which will be published by Wiley in 2010.
Steve is currently serving his third 4-year term as the Architect member of the California Building Standards Commission. After being president of AIA East Bay and AIA California Council Steve served on the AIA National Board of Directors. He is currently on the Board of Directors of the National Institute of Building Sciences. Steve is also a Commissioner on the City of Berkeley Landmarks Preservation Commission.
6/30/10
Monthly Program: CalGreen - Understanding the new California Green Building Code
Steve Winkel, FAIA, architect member and Vice Chair of the California State Building Standard's Commission will give an overview of the new CalGreen Building Standards Code. A wine and cheese networking reception follows this program.
Time: 5:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Contact: 510/464-3600
Cost: $15.75 for AIA Members; $21 for non-members. Registration required. Click here to register.
1.5 CES/HSW/SD LUs
For more information: 510/464-3600
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Historic Preservation & OHA Lecture: Application of the State Historical Building Code - Case Studies
What are the most common obstacles in the Building Code for rehabilitation projects of historic buildings? How can the State Historical Building Code and the State Historical Building Safety Board assist to retain the character defining features of historic buildings?
Join the AIA East Bay Historic Preservation Committee and the Oakland Heritage Alliance (OHA) on Thursday, April 8 for this informative program. After the lecture presented by Alan R. Dreyfuss, AIA and Una Gilmartin there will be a wine and cheese reception.
Alan R. Dreyfuss, AIA
Alan is an Associate Principal at Wiss, Janey, Elstner Associates, Inc. He specializes in rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of historic structures. Alan is recognized as an expert in building codes for historic buildings. He was instrumental in the development of the 2001 and 2007 California Historic Building Code and is currently chair of the State Historical building Safety Board. His projects have won numerous awards such as five Design Awards from the California Preservation Foundation and six recognitions from the Oakland Heritage Alliance, Berkeley Design Advocates and the Alameda Architectural Preservation Society.
Una Gilmartin
Una is an Associate Principal at Wiss, Janey, Elstner Associates, Inc. She has experience in seismic evaluation and upgrade projects, including many historic structures. She specialises in historic preservation, concrete deterioration, earthquake and fire damage investigation as well as seismic evaluation and upgrade design.
4/8/10
Historic Preservation & OHA Lecture: Application of the State Historical Building Code - Case Studies
Presented by Alan R. Dreyfuss, AIA and Una Gilmartin of Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland.
Contact: 510/464-3600
Cost: $10.50 for all attendees that register and pay prior to the program; $20 for any payment taken at the door. Registration Required. Click here to register.
1.5 CES LUs
For more information: 510/464-3600
Join the AIA East Bay Historic Preservation Committee and the Oakland Heritage Alliance (OHA) on Thursday, April 8 for this informative program. After the lecture presented by Alan R. Dreyfuss, AIA and Una Gilmartin there will be a wine and cheese reception.
Alan R. Dreyfuss, AIA
Alan is an Associate Principal at Wiss, Janey, Elstner Associates, Inc. He specializes in rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of historic structures. Alan is recognized as an expert in building codes for historic buildings. He was instrumental in the development of the 2001 and 2007 California Historic Building Code and is currently chair of the State Historical building Safety Board. His projects have won numerous awards such as five Design Awards from the California Preservation Foundation and six recognitions from the Oakland Heritage Alliance, Berkeley Design Advocates and the Alameda Architectural Preservation Society.
Una Gilmartin
Una is an Associate Principal at Wiss, Janey, Elstner Associates, Inc. She has experience in seismic evaluation and upgrade projects, including many historic structures. She specialises in historic preservation, concrete deterioration, earthquake and fire damage investigation as well as seismic evaluation and upgrade design.
4/8/10
Historic Preservation & OHA Lecture: Application of the State Historical Building Code - Case Studies
Presented by Alan R. Dreyfuss, AIA and Una Gilmartin of Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland.
Contact: 510/464-3600
Cost: $10.50 for all attendees that register and pay prior to the program; $20 for any payment taken at the door. Registration Required. Click here to register.
1.5 CES LUs
For more information: 510/464-3600
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Breaking News regarding the New California Energy Standards
From John Britton, AIA:
"The effective date for the 2008 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Parts 1 and 6) has been changed to January 1, 2010.
The California Energy Commission adopted the 2008 Standards on April 23, 2008, and the Building Standards Commission approved them on September 11, 2008. The Standards were scheduled to become effective on August 1, 2009.
The Energy Commission has experienced delays in completing the public domain compliance software. The Energy Commission had anticipated that these software programs would be available earlier, however the software required further programming attention before the programs could be released. The Energy Commission is resolving those problems, and will provide the programs in the near future.
This delay provides the industry and building officials more time to prepare for the new Standards. The Energy Commission will use this additional time to provide more information for the Standards and work with the California utilities, building industry and the California Building Officials to provide training on the new Standards."
"The effective date for the 2008 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Parts 1 and 6) has been changed to January 1, 2010.
The California Energy Commission adopted the 2008 Standards on April 23, 2008, and the Building Standards Commission approved them on September 11, 2008. The Standards were scheduled to become effective on August 1, 2009.
The Energy Commission has experienced delays in completing the public domain compliance software. The Energy Commission had anticipated that these software programs would be available earlier, however the software required further programming attention before the programs could be released. The Energy Commission is resolving those problems, and will provide the programs in the near future.
This delay provides the industry and building officials more time to prepare for the new Standards. The Energy Commission will use this additional time to provide more information for the Standards and work with the California utilities, building industry and the California Building Officials to provide training on the new Standards."
Monday, April 06, 2009
About the Access Specialist Program
Join us for a round table discussion on the new State Certified Access Specialist Program (CASP) and its impact on the review and enforcement of accessibility regulations. We will explore how they relate to architects and to the disabled community. Peter Margen will join the forum to share his expertise in the area of disability policy, universal design and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
The Certified Access Specialist Program (CASP) was approved by the Division of the State Architect (DSA) and began accepting applications in July of 2008. The certificate serves as evidence that you met the State Architects specific criteria to be identified as a Certified Access Specialist.
In recent years numerous civil claims have been filed against public business and property owners for accessibility issues, many of which are settled out of court. SB 1608 contains language that will change the way construction related accessibility claims are handled throughout the litigation process.
Senate Bill 1608 was introduced to amend sections of the B&P, Government, Health & Safety and Civil Codes relating to disability access. The bill would require that beginning on July 1, 2009, all inspections of a place of Accommodation (AHJ) that relate to permitting, plan checks or new construction be conducted by an inspector who is a certified access specialist. This means local building departments will be required to employ or retain at least one CASP. It also means that the expected number of applicants could double, together with increased opportunities for ACIA inspector members.
Although building inspectors have historically enforced ADA compliance CASP is the first certification of its kind that is dedicated to accessibility code and ADA enforcement. The first applications are now being accepted for the CASP examinations and the first list of Certified Access Specialist will be posted by October 31st. Individuals holding CASP certification will be required to re-certify every three years.
The Certified Access Specialist Program (CASP) was approved by the Division of the State Architect (DSA) and began accepting applications in July of 2008. The certificate serves as evidence that you met the State Architects specific criteria to be identified as a Certified Access Specialist.
In recent years numerous civil claims have been filed against public business and property owners for accessibility issues, many of which are settled out of court. SB 1608 contains language that will change the way construction related accessibility claims are handled throughout the litigation process.
Senate Bill 1608 was introduced to amend sections of the B&P, Government, Health & Safety and Civil Codes relating to disability access. The bill would require that beginning on July 1, 2009, all inspections of a place of Accommodation (AHJ) that relate to permitting, plan checks or new construction be conducted by an inspector who is a certified access specialist. This means local building departments will be required to employ or retain at least one CASP. It also means that the expected number of applicants could double, together with increased opportunities for ACIA inspector members.
Although building inspectors have historically enforced ADA compliance CASP is the first certification of its kind that is dedicated to accessibility code and ADA enforcement. The first applications are now being accepted for the CASP examinations and the first list of Certified Access Specialist will be posted by October 31st. Individuals holding CASP certification will be required to re-certify every three years.
4/15/09
Codes Forum - About the Access Specialist Program
Learn about the new State Certified Access Specialist Program (CASP) and its impact on the review and enforcement of accessibility regulations. Peter Margen, Principal Consultant for Margen & Associates will be on hand to answer questions and discussion will follow.
Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland.
Contact: 510/464-3600 or Lyrinda Snyderman, AIA
Cost: None; this program open to all.
1.5 CES/LU
For more information: 510/464-3600Thursday, January 08, 2009
Monthly Program: SB 1608 - Disabled Access in California
Join us on Wednesday, January 28, 2009 to learn the latest requirements in the California Building Code.
Senate Bill 1608 heightens the standard and responsibility for disabled access compliance in the State to include Certified Plan Reviewers. The Bill also requires as part of Architectural Licensing, disabled access education. This program will explain what is going to be required along with the latest code requirements in the California Building Code.
Senate Bill 1608 heightens the standard and responsibility for disabled access compliance in the State to include Certified Plan Reviewers. The Bill also requires as part of Architectural Licensing, disabled access education. This program will explain what is going to be required along with the latest code requirements in the California Building Code.
1/28/09
Monthly Program: SB 1608 - Disabled Access in California
Sponsored by Rolf Jensen & Associates
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland.
Contact: 510/464-3600
Cost: $5 for AIA members; $15 for non-members. Includes cocktails & heavy hors d'oerves.
Registration will open 1/08/09
1.5 HSW CES/LU (MCE)
For more information: Contact us at 510/464-3600 or events@aiaeb.org.
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
Monthly Program: Steven R Winkel, FAIA Introduces the New California Green Building Code
California has just adopted the Nation's first state-wide green building standards code. This new code puts California in the forefront of promoting green building technologies along with promoting increased energy and water conservation in our built environment The new code becomes a part of the building codes for the State and as such will be updated every three years to take advantage of lessons learned in implementing these new standards and to allow California designers and builders to take advantage of ongoing improvements in green building techniques and technologies.
The code will be voluntary for the next three years as it is tested throughout the State. It will be used in concert with locally adopted green regulations which are still allowed to be developed to accompany the statewide green code. It will become effective as a voluntary standard in January 2009 and it is expected to be a mandatory part of the 2011 California Building Code.
AIA East Bay chapter member, Steven R Winkel, FAIA, the architect member of the California Building Standards Commission, the body which adopts building codes in California, will explain the development and implementation of the new green code.
1 HSW CES/LU
Date: September 24, 2008
Time: 5:30pm
Cost: $15 for Chapter members and their guests; $25 for non-members.
Many thanks to our cocktail sponsor CADASYST.
For more information: Jayna Blackwell, CMP 510/464-3600
The code will be voluntary for the next three years as it is tested throughout the State. It will be used in concert with locally adopted green regulations which are still allowed to be developed to accompany the statewide green code. It will become effective as a voluntary standard in January 2009 and it is expected to be a mandatory part of the 2011 California Building Code.
AIA East Bay chapter member, Steven R Winkel, FAIA, the architect member of the California Building Standards Commission, the body which adopts building codes in California, will explain the development and implementation of the new green code.
1 HSW CES/LU
Date: September 24, 2008
Time: 5:30pm
Cost: $15 for Chapter members and their guests; $25 for non-members.
Many thanks to our cocktail sponsor CADASYST.
For more information: Jayna Blackwell, CMP 510/464-3600
Monday, April 21, 2008
Codes Forum: Disabled Access
Tuesday, April 23 at noon the AIA East Bay Codes Forum will host a roundtable discussion on Diasabled Access.
Join this roundtable discussion/forum on the disabled access on requirements from the 2007 CBC. The discussion will focus on Chapters 11 A and B and the changes found in the 2007 edition.
Time: Noon-1:00pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street , Oakland
Contact: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600 or Anthony Boutte, Allied Member
Cost: None; Drinks Provided. This Forum open to all. Please RSVP.
1 CES/ LU
For more information: contact Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator at 510/464-3600
Join this roundtable discussion/forum on the disabled access on requirements from the 2007 CBC. The discussion will focus on Chapters 11 A and B and the changes found in the 2007 edition.
Time: Noon-1:00pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street , Oakland
Contact: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600 or Anthony Boutte, Allied Member
Cost: None; Drinks Provided. This Forum open to all. Please RSVP.
1 CES/ LU
For more information: contact Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator at 510/464-3600
Saturday, March 22, 2008
2007 CBC Codes--A Panel Discussion
Join the AIA East Bay Codes committee on March 26 at 5:30 pm as it presents the 2007 CBC Codes Panel Discussion.
We are now three months into the new code--how is it going?
Our panel includes Isam Hasenin, City of San Francisco Building Department; Massoud Abolhoda, City of Fremont; Kevin Reinerston, California State Fire Marshal's Office; Robert Ludlow, AIA of Field Paoli Architects and will be moderated by Code Expert Steve Winkel, FAIA.
Time: 5:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Contact: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600
Cost: $15 for chapter members and their guests; $25 for non-members, cost includes cocktails and dinner.
Click Here to Register
1.5 HSW CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator, 510/464-3600
We are now three months into the new code--how is it going?
Our panel includes Isam Hasenin, City of San Francisco Building Department; Massoud Abolhoda, City of Fremont; Kevin Reinerston, California State Fire Marshal's Office; Robert Ludlow, AIA of Field Paoli Architects and will be moderated by Code Expert Steve Winkel, FAIA.
Time: 5:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
Contact: Kellie Hewlett at 510/464-3600
Cost: $15 for chapter members and their guests; $25 for non-members, cost includes cocktails and dinner.
Click Here to Register
1.5 HSW CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator, 510/464-3600
Friday, March 21, 2008
Green Building Symposium
Green Building Symposium featuring presentations by Ericka Jennings from Green Key Real Estate, Tenaya Asan from Build it Green, Michael Hazinski from EBMUD, Michael McCutcheon of McCutcheon Construction, Richard Parker AIA of 450 Architects, Inc, and Douglas Hansen the author of the CodeCheck series.
Sustainable building and remodeling practices are no longer just trendy, they're increasingly more vital to clients, and therefore the survival of your business.
Join us for the Green Building Symposium to learn:
What green remodeling means and what it really costs.
How to assess and communicate the value of green building projects with your clients.
How local government and utilities support, influence and impact green building initiatives.
How New Code changes may affect the way our homes are built and what we should look out for.
Date: Saturday, April 12th, 2008
Time: 8:30 to 4:30
Location: Oakland City Hall, One Frank Ogawa Plaza, Hearing Room 3
Contact: John Fryer at 510/682-4908
Cost: $195 for AIA members and their guests
Click here to Register
For more information: John Fryer at 510/682-4908 or Click here
Sustainable building and remodeling practices are no longer just trendy, they're increasingly more vital to clients, and therefore the survival of your business.
Join us for the Green Building Symposium to learn:
What green remodeling means and what it really costs.
How to assess and communicate the value of green building projects with your clients.
How local government and utilities support, influence and impact green building initiatives.
How New Code changes may affect the way our homes are built and what we should look out for.
Date: Saturday, April 12th, 2008
Time: 8:30 to 4:30
Location: Oakland City Hall, One Frank Ogawa Plaza, Hearing Room 3
Contact: John Fryer at 510/682-4908
Cost: $195 for AIA members and their guests
Click here to Register
For more information: John Fryer at 510/682-4908 or Click here
Monday, March 03, 2008
Designing Skylighted Buildings
From the Pacific Energy Center:
The 2005 California Title 24 Energy Standards for Nonresidential Buildings include a prescriptive requirement for skylights and electric lighting controls in spaces greater than 25,000 sq. ft. where the ceiling is above 15 ft. in height and lighting power density is 0.5 watts/sq.ft. or greater.
Draft changes to the 2008 California Title 24 Energy Standards for Nonresidential Buildings, scheduled to take effect in April of 2009, reduce the threshold to spaces greater than 8,000 sq. ft. This will broaden the requirement to many building types not previously covered such as gymnasia and moderate-sized retail stores. Are you ready? Space is still available in two Pacific Energy Center programs providing guidance and free software tools to assist in the design of skylighted buildings that reduce energy use while providing high-quality interior lighting environments.
These programs are free of charge, but pre-registration is required since space is limited. For registration and more detailed information about this program, go to www.pge.com/pec/classes on the Internet and click on the "SHOW CLASSES" button. You may also register by phone at 415-973-2277.
These classes are funded by California utility customers and administered by Pacific Gas and Electric Company under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission.
DESIGNING SKYLIGHTED BUILDINGS WITH SKYCALC
Thursday, March 6, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location: San Francisco - Pacific Energy Center, 851 Howard St., San Francisco
This workshop will show you how to design skylighting systems (skylights, electric lights, controls, and building geometry) in commercial and industrial buildings.
The first hour of this program will provide a quick review of fundamental skylighting principles and example projects. The second half includes a hands-on tutorial in the use of SkyCalc. SkyCalc is a free, simple-to-use spreadsheet that quickly calculates the energy impacts of skylighting system choices and graphs the optimal skylight area. Each attendee will have access to a computer and and will be guided through sample projects using SkyCalc.
DESIGNING SKYLIGHTED BUILDINGS WITH eQUEST
Thursday, March 6, 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Location: San Francisco - Pacific Energy Center, 851 Howard St., San Francisco
This workshop is intended for designers who want a more detailed model of skylighting than can be provided by SkyCalc. eQUEST is a detailed whole building simulation program with a user friendly interface. This program can model the interactions between various skylighting alternatives and other efficiency measures including HVAC and envelope modifications. Each attendee will have access to a computer and and will be guided through sample projects using eQUEST. Before registering for this program you should be familiar with eQUEST or should attend the eQUEST software training scheduled for Tuesday, March 2, 2008. You should also be familiar with Skycalc or should take the March 6 morning class, "Designing Skylit Buildings with SkyCalc 3.0"
Both SkyCalc and eQuest are available as free downloads at http://www.energydesignresources.com/.
For more information: www.pge.com/pec/classes or 415-973-2277
The 2005 California Title 24 Energy Standards for Nonresidential Buildings include a prescriptive requirement for skylights and electric lighting controls in spaces greater than 25,000 sq. ft. where the ceiling is above 15 ft. in height and lighting power density is 0.5 watts/sq.ft. or greater.
Draft changes to the 2008 California Title 24 Energy Standards for Nonresidential Buildings, scheduled to take effect in April of 2009, reduce the threshold to spaces greater than 8,000 sq. ft. This will broaden the requirement to many building types not previously covered such as gymnasia and moderate-sized retail stores. Are you ready? Space is still available in two Pacific Energy Center programs providing guidance and free software tools to assist in the design of skylighted buildings that reduce energy use while providing high-quality interior lighting environments.
These programs are free of charge, but pre-registration is required since space is limited. For registration and more detailed information about this program, go to www.pge.com/pec/classes on the Internet and click on the "SHOW CLASSES" button. You may also register by phone at 415-973-2277.
These classes are funded by California utility customers and administered by Pacific Gas and Electric Company under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission.
DESIGNING SKYLIGHTED BUILDINGS WITH SKYCALC
Thursday, March 6, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location: San Francisco - Pacific Energy Center, 851 Howard St., San Francisco
This workshop will show you how to design skylighting systems (skylights, electric lights, controls, and building geometry) in commercial and industrial buildings.
The first hour of this program will provide a quick review of fundamental skylighting principles and example projects. The second half includes a hands-on tutorial in the use of SkyCalc. SkyCalc is a free, simple-to-use spreadsheet that quickly calculates the energy impacts of skylighting system choices and graphs the optimal skylight area. Each attendee will have access to a computer and and will be guided through sample projects using SkyCalc.
DESIGNING SKYLIGHTED BUILDINGS WITH eQUEST
Thursday, March 6, 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Location: San Francisco - Pacific Energy Center, 851 Howard St., San Francisco
This workshop is intended for designers who want a more detailed model of skylighting than can be provided by SkyCalc. eQUEST is a detailed whole building simulation program with a user friendly interface. This program can model the interactions between various skylighting alternatives and other efficiency measures including HVAC and envelope modifications. Each attendee will have access to a computer and and will be guided through sample projects using eQUEST. Before registering for this program you should be familiar with eQUEST or should attend the eQUEST software training scheduled for Tuesday, March 2, 2008. You should also be familiar with Skycalc or should take the March 6 morning class, "Designing Skylit Buildings with SkyCalc 3.0"
Both SkyCalc and eQuest are available as free downloads at http://www.energydesignresources.com/.
For more information: www.pge.com/pec/classes or 415-973-2277
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Residential Provisions in New California Building Code
Date: Thursday, February 7
Time: Noon-1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street , Oakland
This will be an informal session on the basics of the new 2007 CBC. Your involvement will steer the direction of the discussion, with particular emphasis on residential and light commercial uses and wood-frame buildings.
Presented by Kerwin Lee, AIA
Cost: Free to AIA members; $3 non-members. Drinks are provided
This Forum open to all.
1.5 HSW CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator, 510/464-3600
Time: Noon-1:30pm
Location: AIA East Bay Chapter Office, 1405 Clay Street , Oakland
This will be an informal session on the basics of the new 2007 CBC. Your involvement will steer the direction of the discussion, with particular emphasis on residential and light commercial uses and wood-frame buildings.
Presented by Kerwin Lee, AIA
Cost: Free to AIA members; $3 non-members. Drinks are provided
This Forum open to all.
1.5 HSW CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator, 510/464-3600
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Brown Bag: Code Compliance Sheets
BROWN BAG LUNCHEON ON
CODE COMPLIANCE SHEETS
Noon to 1:30PM, Thursday, January 31st
AIA East Bay, 1405 Clay Street, Oakland
The Codes Committee invites you to a Brown Bag Luncheon (BYOL) to share your office’s Code Compliance Sheets – and to propose new ones. Please don’t be shy! Trim off your title block if you wish. It is our intent to look at different approaches to demonstrating to reviewing officials what steps we have taken to assure that our projects meet the requirements of structural, access and fire and life safety codes.
Do you have any template sheets, forms or checklists that you use to assist you in determining and demonstrating your allowable building areas and heights, occupancy classifications, construction type, height and setbacks? How about exit widths and maximum travel distances? Accessible parking counts and paths of travel? And others.
What do you submit to the State (DSA) that is different than other AHJ’s (Agencies Having Jurisdiction – i.e. cites, counties, joint powers boards, etc.)?
How do you show AMMR’s (Alternate Materials and Methods Requests)? How about Deferred Approval (design/build) items? Local fire department approvals for fire hydrants and fire equipment access?
It is the intent of the Committee to eventually put together a set of guidelines, or a list of references to such guidelines, that we can place on the website to assist our members in preparing thorough and accurate code reviews, as well as preparing the documents that demonstrate to our plan reviewers what steps we have taken to assure that our projects meet the code.
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator. 510/464-3600
Monday, November 26, 2007
2007 California Building Code Update Seminars
2007 California
Building Code Update Seminars
December 5, 6 & 7, 2007
9:00 to 4:00 (check-in @ 8:15)
The Redwood Empire Chapter of The American Institute of Architects in partnership with the North Coast Builders Exchange is sponsoring three, one day seminars presented by the International Code Council. This will assist our members in making the transition to the new California Building Code that will begin being enforced on January 1, 2008. The classes are intended for those with at least an intermediate level of knowledge, skills and experience in understanding the building codes.
2007 CBC Transition from the 1997 UBC - Wednesday December 5
2007 CBC Transition from the 1997 UBC - Thursday December 6
(both days are the same seminar)
This seminar focuses on helping users that are familiar with the 1997 UBC adapting to the 2007 CBC. The information in this course details the differences between the two codes and covers concepts that are not in the 1997 UBC. Also, some of the codes in the UBC and CBC are the same, but located in different sections. This seminar covers this information as well. In an effort to further aid users, an explanation as to why the codes differ is provided.
2007 CBC Residential Provisions - Friday December 7
This course has been developed in response to a decision by the State of California not to adopt the 2006 International Residential Code (IRC). This class is designed to provide an overview of 2006 IBC requirements for residential occupancies as well as California amendments intended to better align the 2007 CBC with certain concepts in the IRC.. The seminar discusses basic code concepts, proper use of code tables and proper construction of dwelling units.
Instructor:
Richard Tash, representing the International Code Council, is employed with Interwest Consulting Group as a Plans Examiner and Building Inspector. Richard has worked in construction in all areas, from carpenter to project manager. For the last 16 years Richard has worked as a Building Inspector and Plans Examiner. His experience is with all aspects of residential, commercial and industrial buildings from the project management level to inspector of record.
Richard currently teaches building code classes at Diablo Community College in Pleasant Hill, California and with the California Association of Building Officials (CALBO). Richard’s extensive background in the construction field for the past 3 years enable him as an instructor to bring the textbook alive with practical application. Richard holds ICC certifications as a Building Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Combination Inspector, Residential Combination Inspector and building Plans Examiner. Richard has also earned an A.A. in Building Inspection Technology
AIARE Member Registration: $125 per Day
Non-Member Registration: $150 per Day
A $10 surcharge will be added to all RSVPs after November 23 to pay for express shipment of study materials.
Registration fee will include a study guide authored by the ICC, morning refreshments, lunch service and afternoon snack.
Location:
North Coast Builders Exchange
1030 Apollo Way
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
For directions to the North Coast Builders Exchange and information on their services, please visit their web site @ www.ncbeonline.com
RSVP
Reserve your seat by sending an e-mail to Wendy Young at - exec@aiare.org or calling the AIA Redwood Empire office at - (707) 838-2672
After reserving your seat by e-mail or phone, please mail the completed form below and your check made payable to AIARE for the appropriate amount. Sorry, no credit cards.
Mail to:
Wendy Young
Executive Director
AIA Redwood Empire
P.O. Box 4178
Santa Rosa, CA 95402
Building Code Update Seminars
December 5, 6 & 7, 2007
9:00 to 4:00 (check-in @ 8:15)
The Redwood Empire Chapter of The American Institute of Architects in partnership with the North Coast Builders Exchange is sponsoring three, one day seminars presented by the International Code Council. This will assist our members in making the transition to the new California Building Code that will begin being enforced on January 1, 2008. The classes are intended for those with at least an intermediate level of knowledge, skills and experience in understanding the building codes.
2007 CBC Transition from the 1997 UBC - Wednesday December 5
2007 CBC Transition from the 1997 UBC - Thursday December 6
(both days are the same seminar)
This seminar focuses on helping users that are familiar with the 1997 UBC adapting to the 2007 CBC. The information in this course details the differences between the two codes and covers concepts that are not in the 1997 UBC. Also, some of the codes in the UBC and CBC are the same, but located in different sections. This seminar covers this information as well. In an effort to further aid users, an explanation as to why the codes differ is provided.
2007 CBC Residential Provisions - Friday December 7
This course has been developed in response to a decision by the State of California not to adopt the 2006 International Residential Code (IRC). This class is designed to provide an overview of 2006 IBC requirements for residential occupancies as well as California amendments intended to better align the 2007 CBC with certain concepts in the IRC.. The seminar discusses basic code concepts, proper use of code tables and proper construction of dwelling units.
Instructor:
Richard Tash, representing the International Code Council, is employed with Interwest Consulting Group as a Plans Examiner and Building Inspector. Richard has worked in construction in all areas, from carpenter to project manager. For the last 16 years Richard has worked as a Building Inspector and Plans Examiner. His experience is with all aspects of residential, commercial and industrial buildings from the project management level to inspector of record.
Richard currently teaches building code classes at Diablo Community College in Pleasant Hill, California and with the California Association of Building Officials (CALBO). Richard’s extensive background in the construction field for the past 3 years enable him as an instructor to bring the textbook alive with practical application. Richard holds ICC certifications as a Building Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Combination Inspector, Residential Combination Inspector and building Plans Examiner. Richard has also earned an A.A. in Building Inspection Technology
AIARE Member Registration: $125 per Day
Non-Member Registration: $150 per Day
A $10 surcharge will be added to all RSVPs after November 23 to pay for express shipment of study materials.
Registration fee will include a study guide authored by the ICC, morning refreshments, lunch service and afternoon snack.
Location:
North Coast Builders Exchange
1030 Apollo Way
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
For directions to the North Coast Builders Exchange and information on their services, please visit their web site @ www.ncbeonline.com
RSVP
Reserve your seat by sending an e-mail to Wendy Young at - exec@aiare.org or calling the AIA Redwood Empire office at - (707) 838-2672
After reserving your seat by e-mail or phone, please mail the completed form below and your check made payable to AIARE for the appropriate amount. Sorry, no credit cards.
Mail to:
Wendy Young
Executive Director
AIA Redwood Empire
P.O. Box 4178
Santa Rosa, CA 95402
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
The New California Building Code
11/14/07
Seminar: The New California Building Code
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
Location: 5865 Owens Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588 (The Dahlin Group)
Cost: $20 members $35 non members
Click Here to Register
2.0 HSW CES/LU
You asked, we're responding. With the change of the California Building Code in one and a half months, architects and design professionals are looking for timely information from Codes Experts. Kerwin Lee, AIA is returning to address the code adoption process and the implementation schedule on Wednesday, November 14 at 4pm.
Presented by Kerwin Lee, AIA, Senior Consulting Architect of Rolf Jensen & Associates,Inc. Fire Protection Consultants.
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator
Seminar: The New California Building Code
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
Location: 5865 Owens Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588 (The Dahlin Group)
Cost: $20 members $35 non members
Click Here to Register
2.0 HSW CES/LU
You asked, we're responding. With the change of the California Building Code in one and a half months, architects and design professionals are looking for timely information from Codes Experts. Kerwin Lee, AIA is returning to address the code adoption process and the implementation schedule on Wednesday, November 14 at 4pm.
Presented by Kerwin Lee, AIA, Senior Consulting Architect of Rolf Jensen & Associates,Inc. Fire Protection Consultants.
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
The New California Building Code
11/14/07
Seminar: The New California Building Code
Seminar: The New California Building Code
You asked, we're responding. With the change of the California Building Code in two and a half months, architects and design professionals are looking for timely information from Codes Experts. Kerwin Lee, AIA is returning to the chapter to address the code adoption process and the implementation schedule on Thursday, October 18 at 6pm.
Presented by Kerwin Lee, AIA Senior Consulting Architect of Rolf Jensen & Associates,
Inc. Fire Protection Consultants. Mr. Lee's presentation will address the code adoption process and the implementation schedule for the new California Building Code.
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
Location: 5865 Owens Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588
Cost: $20 members $35 non members
Click Here to Register
2.0 HSW CES/LU
For more information: Kellie Hewlett, Program Coordinator
Thursday, October 04, 2007
2007 California Title 24 Codes Discounts
Builders Booksource would like to inform all AIA members of our continuing offer of a discount on copies of the new 2007 California Title 24 Codes.
For a limited time, purchase the 2007 California Codes at 10% off the ICC List Price from Builders Booksource. Visit the store, call, or LINK to our Title 24 web page.
Current Members of the ICC may also request member pricing (sorry, we can not offer additional discounts on top of ICC member prices)
Builders Booksource is a locally owned, independent bookseller. Purchasing your codes from us supports a sustainable local economy and your sales tax dollars supports the Bay Area's infrastructure. Our knowlegable staff will assure you receive the customer service you need and deserve. Our mission for the past 25 years has been to provide inspiration, and technical reference to the design and construction professional.
For more information: George Kiskaddon, Partner
Builders Booksource
Berkeley, Ca.
Voice: 800.843.2028
Fax: 510.845.7051
www.buildersbooksource.com
For a limited time, purchase the 2007 California Codes at 10% off the ICC List Price from Builders Booksource. Visit the store, call, or LINK to our Title 24 web page.
Current Members of the ICC may also request member pricing (sorry, we can not offer additional discounts on top of ICC member prices)
Builders Booksource is a locally owned, independent bookseller. Purchasing your codes from us supports a sustainable local economy and your sales tax dollars supports the Bay Area's infrastructure. Our knowlegable staff will assure you receive the customer service you need and deserve. Our mission for the past 25 years has been to provide inspiration, and technical reference to the design and construction professional.
For more information: George Kiskaddon, Partner
Builders Booksource
Berkeley, Ca.
Voice: 800.843.2028
Fax: 510.845.7051
www.buildersbooksource.com
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