PE stamp in construction
PE stamp in construction
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Hi every one,
I have a question regarding the PE stamp and I can not find the answer anywhere.
I'm am working currently in Kentucky,
If the construction company, I am working with wants to building something in Kentucky with the Indiana standard, does the stamp on the drawings have to be from a Kentucky Engineer or an Indiana engineer.
When I ask this question to the KYTC (kentucky transportation cabinet) they say that I have to put a stamp of the Kentucky PE because we are in Kentucky
When I ask this question to the INDOT (Indiana Department of Transportation) they say that I have to put a stamp of the Indiana PE because we are using the Indiana standard.
Can anyone help me ???? Thank you so much
I have a question regarding the PE stamp and I can not find the answer anywhere.
I'm am working currently in Kentucky,
If the construction company, I am working with wants to building something in Kentucky with the Indiana standard, does the stamp on the drawings have to be from a Kentucky Engineer or an Indiana engineer.
When I ask this question to the KYTC (kentucky transportation cabinet) they say that I have to put a stamp of the Kentucky PE because we are in Kentucky
When I ask this question to the INDOT (Indiana Department of Transportation) they say that I have to put a stamp of the Indiana PE because we are using the Indiana standard.
Can anyone help me ???? Thank you so much






RE: PE stamp in construction
It is the location where the project is built that matters.
Not sure what you mean by "Indiana Standard". If the building is in Kentucky, then the local codes would govern its design and construction.
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Indiana standard = INDOT Spec.
We are not using the Kentucky spec for all the design, in some parts we are using the spec. of another state so does this design with the standard of another state need to be stamped by this state or the Kentucky where the project is built.
I do not know if you understand that the first time because you said that the design and construction must follow the state standard where the construction is done.
But in my case we are using the design of another state because this scope of work is not in the Kentucky spec.
I don't know if I am very clear.
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There may be certain exceptions for federal projects or projects on tribal lands, but in those cases, it would be because it doesn't matter what state is used, not because the normal where-located state is inappropriate.
From the Kentucky law (on the website, under "Overview"):
"(a) "Engineering" shall include:
...
4. The negotiation or solicitation of engineering services on any project in this state, regardless of whether the persons engaged in the practice of engineering:
a. Are residents of this state;
b. Have their principal place of business in this state; or
c. Are in responsible charge of the engineering services performed;..."
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For example:
I want to build a paved ditch in Kentucky, imagine there is no paved ditch code in the Kentucky standard so I want to use the code of Indiana because they have one for the paved ditch. So does the drawings need to have a Indiana PE stamp or Kentucky
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stephencab: If the work is done in Kentucky to an Indiana Code because Kentucky doesn't have guidance on that aspect, it needs to be sealed by a Kentucky PE. Period, end of story.
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You can use the Indiana design requirements since none exist for Kentucky. I'd reference them on my drawings to communicate the basis of my design.
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If there is no specific code for your design in the Kentucky DOT standards, than I find it reasonable to use code from a similar state to get you on the right track. This would not affect which PE seal you would use.
The answer to this question is obvious, and people have already made it very clear that you need to use a Kentucky seal.
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You call up the jurisdiction and ask them which building codes they have adopted. Sometimes, it's found on their (the city/county) website..
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just tell us what you're trying to build.
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I assume you are building a roadway of some sort. If this is a private road or not funded by KDOT, then what you use for specifications is your choice. State departments of transportation put a disclaimer in their standard specs that they are not for use on private projects. Having said that, it is common to reference a state DOT's standard specifications for private work. The use of such specifications then becomes a standard of care issue. If the InDOT specs contain something appropriate to the project that is not contained in the KDOT specs, then use it.....but since the project is in KY, the seal should be KY.
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For example, about ten years ago I needed a rolled curb for a City of F_____ project, but the City of F_____ does not have a rolled curb detail. I did some internet searching and found a nice detail in the City of R___'s standard drawings. I had my cad operator redraw the detail part of the detail and place it on one of our sheets. It now became my design.
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