STATE OF LOUISIANA
Department of Public Safety and Corrections
Office of State Fire Marshal Code Enforcement and Building Safety
8181 Independence Boulevard
Baton Rouge, Louisiana  70806
225-925-4920

HENRY H. FRY
DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY

NEW CONSTRUCTION

EMMETT DAMMON, P.E., E.E
DAMMON ENGINEERING
1095 FLORIDA AVE
SLIDELL, LA  70458-0000
RE:  P0312265
GT EXTREME SPORTS
3971 PONCHARTRAIN BLVD #1
SLIDELL, LA  70458-0000

NFPA 101, 2003

MERCANTILE CLASS B

Dear Applicant:

This is to advise that we have reviewed the drawings and specifications for the subject proposed construction and have determined that they appear to satisfactorily comply with the adopted laws, codes, rules and regulations of The State Fire Marshal subject to the following requirements:

NOTE: In accordance with the fee schedule on the Plan Review Application, a balance due of $30.00 is required for this project based on MERCANTILE CLASS B occupancy with calculated area of 3096 square feet.  This amount must be received within 15 days of the date of this letter or this review may be rescinded.  Please enclose a copy of this letter with your check for proper posting.

1.	This review applies to NEW WORK indicated in the drawings and does not apply to existing non-conforming conditions. (...INITIAL TENANT BUILDOUT / FINISH - SEE PO 288306 / SHELL REVIEW). 

NOTE:  THE COMMENTS LISTED BELOW IDENTIFY APPARENT DEFICIENCIES DETECTED IN OUR REVIEW OF THE DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED.

2.	LRS 40:1731-(Effective 8/15/95)  Provide handicapped accessibility in accordance with ADA-AG (Accessibility Guidelines - September 1994).  This does not include a review for compliance with the Federal Americans with Disabilities (Civil Rights) Act of 1990.  Compliance with state regulations and requirements does not guarantee compliance with federal law.  Particular deficiencies and paragraph references are noted as follows:

	a)  4.1.2  Provide an ACCESSIBLE ROUTE from each accessible parking space to the accessible building entrance(s).

	b)  4.1.2(5)  Provide ONE accessible parking space. (One of every 8 accessible spaces but not less than one shall be "VAN ACCESSIBLE" (96" wide space plus 96" wide aisle) with signage per 4.6.4).

	c)  4.22.4 Accessible toilets shall comply with 4.16.

	d)  4.16.2 and 4.17.3  The CENTERLINE of accessible toilets shall be 18" from the nearest adjacent wall as shown in Figures 28, 29, and 30.

	e)  4.2.3  Provide a 60" diameter CLEAR FLOOR SPACE in accordance with Figure 3(a) or a "T-Shaped" clear floor space in accordance with Figure 3(b), for wheelchair turning.

	f)  4.19  LAVATORIES shall comply with the following:

	1. 4.19.2  LAVATORIES shall be mounted with a clearance of at least 29" from the floor to the bottom of the apron.  Knee and toe clearances shall comply with Fig. 31.

	2. 4.19.4  HOT WATER AND DRAIN PIPES shall be insulated or covered.

	3. 4.19.5 and 4.27.4  FAUCETS shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.

	4. 4.19.6  MIRRORS shall be mounted with the bottom edge not more than 40" from the floor.

	g)  4.16.4  Toilet room GRAB BARS shall comply with 4.26 and Fig. 29. (Provide a 42" long grab bar adjacent to toilet and a 36" long grab bar behind toilet).

	h)  7.2(2)  Provide accessible service/teller/information counter in accordance with this section. (Provide a minimum 36" wide by a maximum 36" high counter space at the "PROPOSED CHECKOUT COUNTER"). 
	
3.	101:36.2.10  EXIT SIGNS complying with NFPA 101:7.10 shall DEFINE EXITS and access to exits where the exit is not immediately apparent. 

4.	LAC 55:V:303D  Provide listed portable FIRE EXTINGUISHERS in accordance with NFPA 10.  (Refer to Appendix E for distribution information.) 

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NOTE:  THE FOLLOWING COMMENTS IDENTIFY ISSUES FOR INFORMATIONAL AND CAUTIONARY PURPOSES OR ISSUES THAT COULD NOT BE VERIFIED IN THE SUBMITTED DOCUMENTS.

5.	LRS 40:1731-(Effective 8/15/95)  Provide handicapped accessibility in accordance with ADA-AG (Accessibility Guidelines - September 1994).  This does not include a review for compliance with the Federal Americans with Disabilities (Civil Rights) Act of 1990.  Compliance with state regulations and requirements does not guarantee compliance with federal law.  Particular deficiencies and paragraph references are noted as follows:

	a)  4.5  Ground and floor surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip-resistant.

	b)  4.5.2  Thresholds shall comply with requirements of this section regarding changes in level.  (Not more than 1/2" height and beveled if over 1/4").

	c)  4.13.9  Door hardware shall comply with this section. Hardware shall not require tight grasping, tight pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate. 
	
6.	High hazard storage (including oxidizers) or processes are NOT included in this review.  If this facility is planning to handle or store materials of this nature, then plans and details shall be resubmitted for review prior to starting construction. 

7.	LRS 40:1711  Provide safety glazing in hazardous locations. 

8.	101:7.1.5.1  Headroom shall be not less than 7'-6" in a means of egress with no projection less than 6'-8" nominal height from the floor. 

9.	101:7.2.1.2.4 and 7.1.5.1  A doorway in a means of egress shall provide at least 32" in CLEAR WIDTH (consider installing 36" wide doors) and at least 6'-8" in nominal height.  Where a PAIR OF DOORS is provided, at least one leaf shall comply with clear width requirement. 

10.	101:7.2.1.5.9  Doors shall be openable with ONLY one releasing operation.  A two-step release, such as a knob and an independent slide bolt, is NOT acceptable. 

11.	101:7.2.1.5  Locks on doors in means of egress shall NOT require the use of a key, special device or special knowledge to open in the direction of egress. 

12.	Inadequate electrical systems have been found to be a major cause of fires throughout the state.  The "Professional of Record" (Architect/Engineer) if required by LRS 37:155, otherwise, the Owner shall comply with the 2002 NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, for all proposed electrical work in this submittal.  Electrical work/modifications may include, but not limited to the following: lighting fixtures (interior, exterior and site); receptacles; panelboards; panel schedules; load schedules; utility company or service transformer KVA size, number of phases, voltage and secondary short circuit amps; fixture schedules; wire type, size and circuiting; single line diagram; properly sized new and existing protective equipment, including service disconnect(s), panelboard(s), circuit breakers and fused switches, sized for available short circuit amps; properly sized system grounding conductor and grounding electrode(s); connection of the system grounding and bonding at the service disconnect enclosure(s); properly sized overload or overcurrent and short circuit protective devices for conductors, motors, transformers and equipment; properly sized conductors for equipment grounding and bonding of all metallic conduit and enclosures; installation of ground fault circuit receptacles; etc. 

13.	HVAC system shall be constructed in accordance with 101:9.2. 

14.	RS 23:536  Boilers, Pressure Vessels, and WATER HEATERS of 50 gallon capacity or more shall conform with the provisions of the Louisiana Boiler Inspection Law in accordance with adopted rules and regulations.  (Contact our Boiler Section ( 800-256-5452 ) with any questions concerning this requirement.) 

15.	101:36.3.3  Interior walls and ceilings shall have a flame spread of 0-75 and a smoke development rating of 0-450. 

16.	NFPA 10:1.5.6  Fire extinguishers shall not be obstructed or obscured from view. 

17.	NFPA 10:1.5.3  Fire extinguishers shall be conspicuously located where they will be readily accessible and immediately available in the event of fire. Preferably they shall be located along normal paths of travel, including exits from areas. 

18.	NFPA 10:1.5.10  Top of fire extinguisher, having a gross weight less than 40 lb, shall be not more than 5 feet above the floor; 3-1/2 feet if gross weight 40 lbs or greater. 

19.	NOTE: Please enclose a copy of this letter with future submittals or other correspondence pertaining to this project. 

Changes to construction in the field which are not consistent with the reviewed documents are not authorized unless reviewed by this office for compliance with Code.  Modifications to reviewed plans must be submitted to this office by the Architect/Civil Engineer for review prior to final inspection.  If an Architect or Civil Engineer is not required by RS 37:155, revisions shall be submitted by the Owner.  Submittals shall include plans, completed application, a minimum $55.00 review fee, and a copy of the most current plan review letter.

Compliance with code requirements for fire protection systems, such as Fire Alarm, Sprinkler and Suppression Systems, is determined by separate shop drawing submittal and is not included in this review.

This review shall in no way permit and/or authorize any omissions or deviations from the specific requirements of the adopted codes, rules and regulations in accordance with R.S. 40:1574.1(B).

This review is valid for 180 days from the date of this letter.  Construction permits must be issued and/or construction must commence within this time period.

This office requires certification of the completed project in accordance with the approved documents (certificate enclosed).

Occupancy of the project will not be permitted until we receive the completed certificate and a satisfactory inspection of the completed construction has been made by this office.

To arrange for inspection of the project, please contact the District Office at the phone number below two (2) to three (3) weeks in advance.  The plans stamped reviewed by this office must be available on job site at time of inspection.  Certificate of completion must be provided to the inspecting Deputy for final inspection.

REVIEWED BY:
JAMAR GARDNER
PLAN REVIEW DEPUTY

CC:
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