CATT-A-LOG December 2012

DECEMBER 2012

CATT-A-LOG • THE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR MEMBERS OF CATT

2012 Annual Awards

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he winners of the CATT 2012 Annual Awards Competition were announced at the December 7 Christmas Holiday Party. 18 nominations were made in 5 “project” categories and 35 nominations were made in 6 “individual achievement” categories. CATT members voted on the CATT website for the individual achievement awards while project evaluation was done via the use of an independent panel of judges. Project Judges were: Brian Whitmore of Williams + Paddon, Jean Henning with the West Coast Lumber & Building Photo ID of winners (L to R): Andrew Cross (Truckee-Tahoe Lumber Company), Paul Griggs (Griggs Custom Material Association, and David Peterson with Fine Line Homes), Mark Tanner (Mark Tanner Construction) with Greg Pasquali of Holliday Development, Larry Young Construction. CATT Secretary Gary Crosswhite led the (Ward-Young Architecture & Planning), Mike Kerton (Kerton Construction), Michelle Geary (Sierra Sun/North Lake Tahoe Bonanza), Gary Crosswhite (Meridian Concrete), and Ryan Swenson (Simpson Strong-Tie) overhaul of the program this year with more changes likely to come in 2013 as it relates to project judging criteria, a new z Residential Project of the Year: Jim Morrison Construction, requirement for site plans and floor plans, etc. The 2012 Award Winners Lot 381, Martis Camp will be featured in press releases, a full page ad in the local newspaper, and profiles with photos in the 2013 CATT Building & Remodeling Guide. z New Member of the Year: Michelle Geary, Sierra Sun/North Lake Tahoe Bonanza See the names of all nominees on page 7 in this CATT-A-LOG. z Volunteer of the Year: Ryan Swenson, Simpson Strong-Tie

Winners are: z Public Works Project of the Year: Ward-Young Architecture & Planning, Truckee Tahoe Airport Administration Building

z Professional of the Year: Eric Bacon, Shelton & Bacon z Supplier/Vendor of the Year: Andrew Cross, Truckee-Tahoe Lumber Company

z Sustainable Building Methods Project of the Year: Kerton Construction, Overlook Place, Northstar

z Sub-Contractor of the Year: Gary Crosswhite, Meridian Concrete

z Commercial Project of the Year: Mark Tanner Construction, Truckee Railyard Mixed Use Building

z Builder of the Year: Jim Morrison, Jim Morrison Construction

z Residential Remodel Project of the Year: Griggs Custom Homes & Aspen Leaf Interiors, Meeks Bay Avenue

2012 Annual Awards

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A Note from the President

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CATT Calendar/Meetings

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Good News –Placer County Listens to CATT 5

CATT Members Give Back to the Community

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2012 CATT Award Nominees

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New Members/CATT Stats

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CATT Members Giving Back to Community see page 6

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A NOTE FROM THE

CATT Calendar

President

(All meetings at the CATT office unless otherwise noted)

Ladies and Gentlemen,

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t was good seeing many of you at the Christmas Party and speaking with some of you about the exciting things you are doing. It has been my distinct honor to serve as your President. So many of you, in my opinion, would do a great service to this association by serving as board members or committee members, or even as executive officers.

With so many great undertakings being explored, now is the time to step forward and make your voice heard.

Now that the self-insured group venture is “out of the closet,” do yourself a favor and take full advantage of this historic opportunity. As well, consider the new fundraising events our committees and directors have concocted, which are sure to bring CATT squarely into the light of the community’s attention once again.

Looking ahead, we will be celebrating 15 years of industry excellence and involvement. You might be surprised to find out what’s in store for this coming year.

So, get in the mix and make your association strong.

As I step down to take my next seat of office, I offer my gratitude once again to the staff and officers, directors and committees of CATT for being so very professional, and pleasant to work with. I also humbly offer Mike Forshee, your incoming President, every good fortune and a hearty “God Speed” to all he will be overseeing and negotiating in the months to come. With the caliber of those we have as colleagues, I can honestly say it will be a piece of cake. My family and I bid you Merry Christmas and a most prosperous New Year.

Mike Pelletier

December 17 Local Government Affairs Committee Meeting December 18 Christmas Holiday Party Wrap-up Meeting December 20 Remodeling Committee Meeting December 24–25 CATT office closed for Christmas Holiday January 1 CATT office closed for New Year Holiday January 2 Membership Committee Meeting January 7 ANNUAL/Board Meeting January 14 Local Government Affairs Committee Meeting January 17 Remodeling Committee Meeting January 31 Deadline to renew dues for $500 cash drawing

CATT BOARD MEETINGS Monday, December 3, 5:00 PM Monday, January 7, 2013 5:00 PM (this is the annual meeting) Monday, February 4, 5:00 PM Meeting location: CATT Office, 12313 Soaring Way, Suite 1G, Truckee Call the office 530-550-9999 for details or to get the agenda

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Good News - Placer County Listens to CATT CATT Members thought a change was needed on Placer’s County’s policy regarding the use of pressure treated wood. CATT LGAC (Local Government Affairs Committee) member Eric Bacon (Shelton & Bacon) drafted a letter that caught the attention of the Tahoe Truckee Engineer’s Association. TTEA rep Doug Gadow (Gary Davis Group), who is also a CATT Board member, signed on to the letter sent to Placer County. The letter explains why the County’s interpretation deserves review. And the County agreed! Thank you Eric for taking the time to write the letter and thanks to TTEA for their collaboration and support.

Letter sent...

September 11, 2012 Mr. Tim Wegner Chief Building Official Placer County Building Division 3091 County Center Drive Auburn, CA 95603

Re: Pressure Treated Deck Framing

November 15, 2012 CATT Local Government Affairs Committee Attn: Eric Bacon, P.E. 12313 Soaring Way, Suite 1G Truckee, CA 96161

Re: Pressure Treated Deck Framing Dear Mr. Bacon,

Dear Mr. Wegner, Thank you for attending the CATT Local Government Affairs Committee meeting July 16. This letter is a followup to the July 16 discussion about code changes and your interpretation of those codes. Please note that this letter reflects the views of both CATT and TTEA, the Tahoe Truckee Engineer’s Association.

Recently the Placer County Building Division has begun requiring pressure treated framing or naturally decay resistant species for exposed exterior decks in the Tahoe/Truckee area. This requirement has been extended to ledgers, joists, girders, and posts. Until this point in time, deck framing was typically non-pressure treated Douglas-Fir in 2x through 6x sizes. In general, non-pressure treated framing has performed well and there haven’t been widespread issues that justify the expense and special hardware that accompany the switch to pressure treated framing. Naturally decay resistant species are not practical for structural use in this area due to their low design values.

Based on conversations with the Tahoe office, the code section that requires pressure treated framing is CRC R317.1, item 6, which requires P.T. framing for “wood structural members supporting moisture permeable floors or roof… such as concrete or masonry slabs”. This same exact wording also appears in CBC 2304.11.4.2. Both of these code sections are meant to address wood members in contact with, or close proximity to, the ground, or address specific situations where framing is not in contact with circulating fresh air. This same provision appears in previous editions of the CBC and has never been interpreted as being applicable to decks. This code provision is clearly meant to address lumber in contact or close proximity with soil or concrete, and should not be applied to wood decks that are open to circulating fresh air, regardless of whether the deck is exposed to moisture.

Other code sections that address this issue are CRC R317.1.3 and CBC 2304.11.5 which require pressure treated framing for decks where there is a demonstrated and specific need. Based on the long and successful history of framing decks in Tahoe/Truckee without pressure treated lumber, the finding of a demonstrated need cannot be made. There have been isolated cases of deck failure in this area, which can normally be attributed to a failed ledger. Two leading causes of ledger failure are an inadequate ledger-to-wall mechanical connection, or improper flashing details that lead to ledger and/or wall rot.

Wall-to-ledger flashing is already required by CRC R703.8 item 5, and the application of this provision will eliminate the leading cause of deck failure in this area.

It is the recommendation of CATT and TTEA that deck ledgers are required to be flashed per the above code section, but all other deck framing is allowed to be non-pressure treated, unless areas of specific need are identified by the registered design professional. Furthermore, in areas above 5,000 ft elevation, non-pressure treated lumber should be allowed in all cases without having to make a specific case-by-case request.

If you have any questions, please contact Eric Bacon at 530-583-2805 or eric@tahoedesigns.com. Thank you for considering the joint CATT/TTEA recommendation.

Sincerely, Eric Bacon, P.E. SHELTON & BACON CATT LOCAL GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

Response...

Thank you for the opportunity to review your letter dated September 12, 2012, regarding preservative treated wood requirements in Placer County’s High Country. After reviewing the above mentioned CATT And TTEA letter requesting clarification of CRC code section R317.1(6) and CBC section 2304.11.4.2, requiring preservative treatment of supporting structural components for wood supported decks, please know the County agrees with your assessment.

For the reasons stated in your letter, the Placer County Building Services Division will not require the structural supporting members of the wood decks to be preservative treated wood for elevations 5000 feet above sea level in unincorporated Placer County. This may apply to currently permitted projects where plans demonstrate preservative treatment; solely at the permit holder’s discretion as both methods are code compliant. Both the Field and Office set of approved plans will need to be amended to reflect the desired method for any of these projects that have been approved previously; please help us share this information ensuring permit holders are aware of this potential adjustment. In any case, the code requires flashing at the ledger locations in maintaining the structural integrity at the connection point.

From this point forward, the County will rely upon the designer’s code compliant preference, as it relates to the stated code sections above, ensuring the proper protection of exterior exposed wood members. Thank you for the opportunity to review your request, and please let me know if you have any questions.

Sincerely, Kirk Smith SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR 530-581-6211 ksmith@placer.ca.gov

Doug Gadow, S.E. GARY DAVIS GROUP TAHOE TRUCKEE ENGINEER’S ASSOCIATION

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CATT Members Giving Back to the Community

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unday, December 2, was the day when CATT members were scheduled to host the Sierra Senior Services breakfast in Truckee as a fundraiser for the “Meals on Wheels” program. Members helped in every function needed for the breakfast fundraiser – cooking, serving, and cleanup. As a bonus, Kevin Davis and Samantha Smith played the piano for background music – what a nice touch!

December 2 was also the day when weather forecasters predicted the Truckee River might flood not only in Truckee but also in parts of Reno and Sparks. Did that dire prediction stop CATT members? No! They all showed up! Even members from the Reno-Sparks area drove up to donate their time giving back to the community. CATT is very lucky to have such dedicated and fearless members.

Big Thanks to: Nelly Prado & Yovanna Estep, Aurora Marble & Tile • Brent Ferrera, BC Builders • Julie Sanservino & Kevin Davis, Boulder Ridge Sash & Door • Mike Rodriguez & Staci Nestavall, BriteGlass • Scott Eckard, Eckard Roofing • Julie Johnson-Holland, Interior Design by Julie Johnson-Holland • Suzee Oberfelder & Andy Liu, Larkspur Hotel Truckee~Tahoe • Tim Gilbert, Martis Valley Builders • Andrew Parkhill, Parkhill Paint Décor • Marylee Glace, The Office Boss • Audrey, Matt, Jayne, Samantha Smith & Sean, Nate, Mikayla Barry, True Green Roofing

Top: Andy Liu (Larkspur Hotel Truckee~Tahoe) and Mike Rodriguez (BriteGlass) Bottom: Nelly Prado (Aurora Marble & Tile) Right: Tim Gilbert (Martis Valley Builders) Below: Audrey Smith (True Green Roofing)

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Sustainable Building Methods Project of the Year (4 Nominations) Gary Davis – Gary Davis Group 8818 Schroeder, Martis Camp – M.D. Construction & Consulting Larry Peyton – Tahoe Insurance Group 2331 Overlook Place, Northstar – Kerton Construction Marcio Decker – Aspen Leaf Interiors Tahoe City Fire Station – Ward-Young Architecture & Planning Eric Bacon – Shelton & Bacon Truckee Tahoe Airport Administration Building – Ward-Young Architecture & Jim Porter – Porter Simon PC Planning

Supplier/Vendor of the Year (8 Nominations) Commercial Project of the Year (3 Nominations) Tom Just – Mountain Home Center Woodward Tahoe Sports Training Facility – Peter Gerdin, Architect & J & S Leslie Collazo – Bedrosians Tile & Marble Custom Homes Todd Robertson – High Sierra Custom Door Rail Yard Mixed Use – Mark Tanner Construction Ryan Swenson – Simpson Strong-Tie Assumption Catholic Church – Ward-Young Architecture & Planning Andrew Cross – Truckee-Tahoe Lumber Company

Michael Ellis – Reno Truss Residential Project of the Year (6 Nominations) Craig Reynolds – DHC Supplies Lots 98-99, Martis Camp – Ward-Young Architecture & Planning Mike Yankin – Yankin’s Reclaimed Materials Lot 136, Martis Camp – NSM Corporation

Lot 153, Martis Camp – J. Corda Construction Sub-Contractor of the Year (6 Nominations) Lot 207, Martis Camp – Bratt Brothers Construction & RDA Architecture Joshua Root – Root of Design Electric Lot 376, Martis Camp – M.D. Construction & Consulting Craig Price – Craig Price, Inc. Lot 381, Martis Camp – Jim Morrison Construction Scott Eckard – Eckard Roofing

Gary Crosswhite – Meridian Concrete Residential Remodel Project of the Year (3 Nominations) Deb Kelly – Kelly Brothers Painting Donner Pass Road – Mountain Life Construction Al Pombo – Al Pombo, Inc. Indian Trail – Parkhill Paint Décor

Meeks Bay Avenue – Griggs Custom Homes & Aspen Leaf Interiors Builder of the Year (4 Nominations)

Mitch Clarin – Mitchell T. Clarin Public Works Project of the Year (2 Nominations) Mark Tanner – Mark Tanner Construction Tahoe City Fire Station – Ward-Young Architecture & Planning Jim Morrison – Jim Morrison Construction Truckee Tahoe Airport Administration Building – Ward-Young Architecture & Rob Laurie – Fortress Construction Planning

New Member of the Year (3 Nominations) Gerald Wallace – Truckee Tahoe Stone Care Sally Brinkerhoff – Front & Bridge Michelle Geary – Sierra Sun/North Lake Tahoe Bonanza

Volunteer of the Year (7 Nominations) Andrew Cross – Truckee-Tahoe Lumber Company Ryan Swenson – Simpson Strong-Tie PLATINUM SPONSORS Ted Reviglio – Western Nevada Supply and Showroom Jana Shires-Lease – Incline Builders Michael Ellis – Reno Truss Josh Root – Root of Design Electric Gary Crosswhite – Meridian Concrete

Professional of the Year (7 Nominations) GOLD SPONSORS Mike Brown – Stoel Rives Julie Johnson-Holland – Interior Design by Julie Johnson-Holland

Thank you to these donors for their generous support of the CATT Remodeling Campaign:

SILVER SPONSORS

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Address Correction Requested

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PERMIT# 15 TRUCKEE, CA

12313 Soaring Way, Suite 1G Truckee, CA 96161 (Located across the street from Truckee Town Hall) Ph: 530-550-9999 | Fx: 530-550-9998 info@ca-tt.com | www.ca-tt.com

CATT’s MISSION: To promote a positive business environment for the building and housing industry and enhance opportunities for its members and the community

2012 BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE OFFICERS Mike Pelletier, President Pell Plumbing & Son Michael Forshee, Vice-President Forshee Construction Gary Crosswhite, Secretary Meridian Concrete, Inc. Paul Griggs, Treasurer Griggs Custom Homes Tillio Olcese, Chairman Olcese Construction DIRECTORS Mitch Clarin, Mitchell T. Clarin Andrew Cross, Truckee-Tahoe Lumber Co. Ken Foster, K.B Foster Civil Engineering Doug Gadow, Gary Davis Group Barry Lease, Incline Builders, Inc. Rich Loverde, Loverde Builders Mike Nethersole, MD Construction & Consulting Ted Reviglio, Western Nevada Supply Josh Root, Root of Design Electric Dennis Schlumpf, Dennis L. Schlumpf & Assoc.

STAFF Pat Davison, Executive Director Sonja Davis, Administrative Assistant/ Website Manager Fawn Usher-Mansoor, Membership & Event Coordinator

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Welcome New Members Cal-Nevada Insurance Agency, Terry Jarcik Nevada Johns, LLC, Vince Sciarrotta

CATT Stats General Contractors

75

Sub-Contractors

93

Associates/Suppliers

64

Professionals

70

Organizations

7

Retired

1

Total

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