Question:
Hello, I have a clearance for GMED for "seismic hazard zone ~ fault study" for plan check number BLDR210323002470. We are doing only a 300 sf addition to an existing house for a new kitchen area. Is there anything we can do to avoid the need for a fault study? The house is already existing on this lot.
Answer:
Geotechnical and Materials Engineering Division (GMED) has reviewed our records with respect to the mapped location of the Sierra Madre fault and the subject property. The distance between the fault and the property is more than 50 feet therefore, a fault study is not required for subject plan check number BLDR210323002470. GMED has notified the plan checker at the San Gabriel Valley Building & Safety Office via email.
Hello, I have a clearance for GMED for "seismic hazard zone ~ fault study" for plan check number BLDR210323002470. We are doing only a 300 sf addition to an existing house for a new kitchen area. Is there anything we can do to avoid the need for a fault study? The house is already existing on this lot.
Answer:
Geotechnical and Materials Engineering Division (GMED) has reviewed our records with respect to the mapped location of the Sierra Madre fault and the subject property. The distance between the fault and the property is more than 50 feet therefore, a fault study is not required for subject plan check number BLDR210323002470. GMED has notified the plan checker at the San Gabriel Valley Building & Safety Office via email.