The Philip Chun team of ICC Certified Plans Examiners and Inspectors provide expert code analysis and interpretation that goes well beyond the industry standard. More than simply reciting a code section, our experts rely on 30+ years of combined code application experience to answer unique and compelling design challenges by providing solid government authority interpretation support, potential compliance options, and multiple design alternatives and ideas. Our areas of expertise include the research, interpretation and application of the following codes:
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Building (IBC, UBC, NFPA 101, NFPA 5000) |
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Fire (IFC, UFC, NFPA 1) |
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Life Safety (NFPA 101) |
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Accessibility (ADA, IBC, ICC A117.1, FHA, UFAS) |
Philip Chun specializes in the interpretation and application of both state and local provisions. We have participated in the development process of many amendments, ordinances, and standards in conjunction with various state and local government agencies. The Philip Chun approach emphasizes an innovative risk-managed systems approach to building design, through successfully facilitating research, compliance, alternatives, and approvals for new and existing buildings. This covers a broad range of construction types and uses including commercial, industrial, residential, mixed-use, high-rise, and governmental buildings and facilities.
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Offering initial code-related input during the planning stages of a project to assist in the zoning approvals process. |
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Providing a master code analysis based on the applicable codes and local provisions to be used as a "road map" throughout the project. |
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Consulting with the design team on local government authority provisions and submittal requirements throughout the design development stages of a project |
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Conducting multiple plan-check reviews at logical milestone thresholds of a project. |
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Liaising with local government authorities to facilitate the permit application process, handling of design considerations, and management of the approvals process. |
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Identifying cost-effective alternative design solutions to assure compliance with applicable codes and standards. |
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Assisting in the resolution and response of government authority review comments. |
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Conducting as-built inspections to verify proper implementation of design criteria with respect to all applicable code requirements. |
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