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N.Counterparts. The Parties may execute this Agreement in any number of
counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original, and all of which will together
constitute this one Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have voluntarily entered into this Agreement as of the date
last signed by the Parties below.
CITY OF RENTON
By: ___________ _
Chip Vincent
CED Administrator
Date
Approved as to Legal Form
By: _________ _
M.Patrice Kent
Renton Sr. Assistant City Attorney
Contract Template Updated 5/21/2021
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Kevin Duggan
President, 4LE
tili,hd
Date 1 7
Attest:
Jason Seth, MMC, City Clerk
N/A
12-27-2021
Approved by Patrice Kent via 12/20/2021 email
Scope of Services - Plan Check and Building Inspection Services for the City of Renton. Page 1 of 2
December 10, 2021
Scope of Work
Plan Review Services
4LEAF will provide on- or off-site plan review for any and all types of structures to ensure compliance with all
adopted codes, local ordinances and state and federal laws that pertain to Building and Safety, and for
compliance with the adopted International Code Council (ICC) Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical,
National Fire Protection codes and standards, and all other applicable ordinances. Types of projects we provide
these services for include Single-Family Dwellings, Multi-Family Dwelling Units, Commercial, and Industrial.
Approach
We understand that specific building plan review responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Examining plans, drawings, specifications, computations documents, soils reports, and any additional
data;
• Ascertaining whether projects are in accordance with applicable building and fire codes, and City
ordinances, including but not limited to Title 24 and Title 25;
• Performing such reviews as, structural, MEP, green building, fire and life safety, grading and drainage;
• Reviewing plans to ensure conformity to the required strengths, stresses, strains, loads, and stability as
per the applicable laws;
• Reviewing plans to ensure conformity with use and occupancy classification, general building heights
and areas, types of construction, fire resistance construction and protection systems, means of egress,
accessibility, structural design, soils and foundations; and masonry;
• Providing additional plan review services as requested by the City;
• Conducting all plan review at the City Department or as needed, at a site mutually agreed upon in
writing and;
• Supplying all plan review staff with all code books and other basic professional references.
• Documentation control and off-site electronic plan review through our EZPlan Review Portal and
Bluebeam Revu systems where all reviews are conducted by a licensed Engineer or Architect.
Turn-Around Times
Off-site plan reviews are performed at our office, with plans transmitted by personal delivery or overnight
service.
Type of
Plans
Transportation Initial
Review
Resubmittal
Review
2nd
Resubmittal
Review
Expedited
Review
Expedited
Resubmittal
*Residential < 24 Hours (pick
up & delivery) < 10 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 3 Days
**Multi-
Family
< 24 Hours (pick
up & delivery) < 10 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 3 Days
Commercial < 24 Hours (pick
up & delivery) < 10 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 3 Days
***Large
Commercial
> 15,000 s.f.
< 24 Hours (pick
up & delivery) Negotiable Negotiable Negotiable Negotiable Negotiable
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December 10, 2021
*Larger complex plan reviews can be negotiated to achieve the best possible pricing. 4LEAF has a proven track
record of working with municipalities to provide expedited reviews with special discounted pricing.
Pick-up of all plans will be performed by 4LEAF staff within 24 hours of the City’s phone call or e-mail. 4LEAF
staff will transport the plans to and from the City upon a phone call to the 4LEAF office or a simply e-mail for
“pick-up” to pickup@4leafinc.com. Pick-ups are at no additional cost.
Inspection Services
4LEAF can provide interim or full-time inspectors same-day or within one business day. Simply call, email, or
text our assigned Project Manager for an immediate response.
Periodic Inspection Services Available Next Day
Part-Time Inspection Services Available Next Day (within 24 hours)
Full-Time Inspection Services Available Two Days or Less
Project Specific Inspection Services Available Two Days or Less
On Call Building Department Staff Services
4LEAF Permit Technician Staff must be experienced and dedicated to serving the public at the Planning and
Building Department counter. Typical duties include:
• Accepting Plans for Plan Check
• Verification that Plans are accurate and complete
• Calculate Permit Fees
• Explain ordinances and procedures to owners, contractors, developers, architects, and general public
• Assist with preparation of permit applications
• Receive Plans for Planning and Building permits and route to various agencies (if requested)
• Accept complaints on code violations, process, and record complaints
• Answer telephone for field and office staff
• Process inspection requests
• Maintain files for building permits
• Operate Building Department’s computerized information system
• Input variety of information including building permits and inspections
• Complete related duties and responsibilities as assigned by Building Official and Senior staff members
Building Department Services Placement Schedule
Building Department Staff Interim Full-Time
Permit Technician (ICC Certified) Less Than
2 Days
Less Than
5 Days
Assistant Permit Technician/ Counter Staff Less Than
2 Days
Less Than
5 Days
Building Official Less Than
2 Days
Less Than
15 Days
Public Works Inspection Services
In addition to building inspection, 4LEAF has an experienced staff that provides public works inspection,
adhering to the same inspection turnaround times. Our many public works projects include light-rail extension
projects, water/sewer systems, roadways, and bridges. Our team of qualified public works inspectors is available
should you have needs in this area.
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Fee Schedule December 13, 2021
2022 FEE SCHEDULE & BASIS OF CHARGES
For the City of Renton
All Rates are Subject to Basis of Charges
Plan Check Percentages:
Plan Check Service Fee for 1st Review and
subsequent rechecks
Hourly rate for subsequent reviews
(with authorization from Building
Official):
Life Health Safety,
Structural, ADA
Requirements and Title 24
Energy Requirements
Plan Checks
70% of City fee $117/hour structural
$85/hour non‐structural
Additional Building Department Services
Residential Building Inspector (Building Inspector I) .................................. $74/hour
Commercial Building Inspector (Building Inspector II) ............................... $85/hour
Senior Combination Building Inspector (Building Inspector III) .................. $95/hour
Electrical Inspector ..................................................................................... $95/hour
Chief Building Official ................................................................................. $117/hour
Project Inspector ........................................................................................ $127/hour
Code Enforcement ...................................................................................... $85/hour
Senior Code Enforcement ........................................................................... $100/hour
Clerk/Administrator .................................................................................... $55/hour
Permit Technician ....................................................................................... $60/hour
Senior Permit Technician ............................................................................ $70/hour
Public Works Inspector ............................................................................... $101/hour
Off-Site Permit Manager ............................................................................ $85/hour
On-Site Non-Structural Plans Examiner ...................................................... $85/hour
On-Site Structural Plan Review Engineer ................................................... $117/hour
Civil Plan Review ......................................................................................... $150/hour
Fire Review ................................................................................................. $90/hour
Fire Inspector I ............................................................................................ $80/hour
Fire Inspector II ........................................................................................... $90/hour
Fire Prevention Officer ............................................................................... $90/hour
Permit/Counter Manager ........................................................................... $98/hour
Inspector of Record .................................................................................... $145/hour
Accessibility Review/Inspection ................................................................. $140/hour
Assistant Planner ........................................................................................ $90/hour
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Fee Schedule December 13, 2021
Associate Planner ....................................................................................... $105/hour
Senior/Principal Planner ............................................................................. $135/hour
Principal-In-Charge ..................................................................................... $185/hour
Director ....................................................................................................... $170/hour
Larger complex reviews can be negotiated to achieve the best possible pricing. 4LEAF has a proven track record
of working with municipalities to provide expedited reviews with special discounted pricing when applicable.
Rates are inclusive of “tools of the trade” such as forms, telephones, and consumables.
• All invoicing will be done monthly
• Staff Augmentation work (excluding plan review) is subject to 4‐hour minimum charges unless stated
otherwise. Services billed in 4‐hour increments
• All billable expenses will be charged at cost plus 20%
• Mileage will be billed at the IRS Rate plus 20%
• 4LEAF assumes that these rates reflect the 2022 contract period.
• Payment due on receipt. All payments over 30 days will be assessed a 1.5% interest charge