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

RENOVATION

EDWARD GREMILLION, PE, CE
DAMMON ENGINEERING INC
1095 FLORIDA AVE
SLIDELL, LA  70458-0000	
RE:  P0320669
HIRAM CONSTRUCTION
1080 OLD SPANISH TRAIL
STE 10, 12, 14
SLIDELL, LA  70458

NFPA 101, 2003

BUSINESS

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 $150.00 is required for this project based on BUSINESS occupancy with calculated area of 3375 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  This amount must be received within 15 days of the date of this letter or this review may be rescinded.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.

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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.

1.	101:6.1.14  The design concept appears to be a MULTIPLE OCCUPANCY, evaluated as a mixed occupancy. 

2.	101:38.1.4  This review is based on an occupancy classification of Business / Assembly in accordance with 101:6.1.1 and this section. 

3.	Contact the local building official of the applicable local political subdivision to coordinate compliance with State Uniform Construction Code requirements.  LRS 40:1730.23 mandates the enforcement of building codes by municipalities and parishes in Louisiana, as described by LRS 40:1730.28.  LRS 40:1730.27 mandates the adoption and enforcement of emergency wind and flood mitigation for the coastal region of Louisiana (effective February 28, 2006). 

4.	This review applies to new work indicated in the drawings and does not apply to existing non-conforming conditions. 

5.	LRS 40:1730.45.A and LAC 55:V:2601  The documentation provided for the subject facility appears to comply with The Commercial Building Energy Conservation Code based on ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1- 2001. 

6.	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.

"CAUTIONARY/INFORMATIONAL" items and paragraph references are noted as follows:

	a)  4.1.3(16)  Permanent signage shall comply with 4.30.

	1.  Signage, where provided for permanent rooms and spaces shall provide;
		a.  braille and raised lettering as per 4.30.4, 
		b.  letter/symbol to background color contrast as per 4.30.5, and 
		c.  a 60" height from floor to the centerline of the sign as per 4.30.6.

	2.  Other permanent signs which provide direction to or information about functional spaces of the building shall provide;
		a.  letter character width to height proportion as per 4.30.2, 
		b.  character height proportion based on height of sign from finish floor as per 4.30.3, and 
		c.  letter/symbol to background color contrast as per 4.30.5.

	b)  4.1.3(16)(a)  Provide low level mounted exit signage in accordance with 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5 and 4.30.6 (raised character, letter size, mounting) at all required exit doors to the exterior, exit stair doors and horizontal exit doors.

	c)  4.19  Lavatories shall comply with the following:

	1. 4.19.5 and 4.27.4  Faucets shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate.

	2. 4.19.6  Mirrors shall be mounted with the bottom edge not more than 40" from the floor. 

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

8.	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. 

9.	Residential cooking equipment in Kitchen shall only be used for warming or limited cooking that produces no grease-laden vapors.  Otherwise, cooking equipment shall be protected in accordance with NFPA 96. ( The drawings indicate that this kitchen will be used for warming only. ) (See NFPA 96:1.1.4 and ANNEX statement A.1.1.4). 

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

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NOTE:  THE FOLLOWING IS A REVIEW FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION CODE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ACT 12 OF THE 2005 FIRST EXTRAORDINARY SESSION OF THE LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE. THIS REVIEW IS PERFORMED AT THE REQUEST OF, AND ON BEHALF OF THE JURISDICTION IN WHICH THIS PROPOSED PROJECT IS LOCATED.
This office will not be responsible for inspections to certify compliance with applicable requirements. Contact the local Building Official or a Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council certified third-party provider to arrange for inspections.

Codes Referenced: 	
	2006 International Building Code (IBC) not including Chapters 1, 11, 27, and 29;
	2006 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) not including Chapter 1;
	2006 International Mechanical Code (IMC);
	2000 Louisiana State Plumbing Code (LSPC);
	2006 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC);
	2005 National Electric Code (NEC)

11.	Scope of Work: This review is for 3,375 sf tenant build-out. 

12.	Building Planning:
	a) Proposed Occupancy/Use Group Classification:
The occupancy is mixed, nonseparated Group B and Group A per IBC Section(s) 303 and 304.

	b) Construction Type/Building Limitations:
The construction type is indicated to be Type II-B per IBC Section 602. 

The proposed construction is within the allowable height and area limitations of Table 503. 

13.	Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction and Interior Finishes: 

Fire-Resistance rating requirements for building elements shall comply with IBC Table 601. Appears to Comply.

Fire-Resistance Rating Requirements for Exterior Walls: ( assume north is up )
Exterior Walls are existing and are as indicated on the title page  Exterior wall construction shall comply with IBC Section 704.

Interior Finishes:
Interior walls and ceiling finishes shall be Class A & B: Flame spread 0-75; smoke-developed 0-450 
( as indicated on sheet A-1 ). 

14.	Fire Protection Systems:

The building is not provided with an automatic sprinkler system. 

The building is not provided with a fire alarm system.  

15.	Occupants:
	1) Means of Egress:
Refer to Life Safety Code review above for means of egress requirements.
Additional requirements of the building code that are in excess of those cited above are as follows;

a. 1017.4 Air movement in corridors. Corridors shall not serve as supply, return, exhaust, relief or ventilation air ducts.  

16.	Structural: 
	a) Basic Wind Speed ( 3 second gusts) = 130 mph ( figure 1609), Appears toComply.

                b) Importance Factor: Category 3 Bldg., I = 1.25, I = 1.1, I = 1.15 Table 1604.5)

                c) Exposure B, Determination of wind loads was indicated to be done in accordance with Section 1609.6

                d) Live loads are indicated to comply with Table 1607.1

                e) This property is indicated to be in Flood Zone : AE; Base Flood Elevation 9 ft NGVD

 

17.	Mechanical Systems:

[B] 601.2 Air movement in egress elements. Corridors shall not serve as supply, return, exhaust, relief or ventilation air ducts. 

18.	Plumbing Systems:
A limited review to determine required number of plumbing fixtures was performed, only.  Number of fixtures provided appears to comply with Table 407. 

19.	Fuel Gas:  Not applicable. 

20.	Electrical Systems: Appears to Comply. 

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 applies to work indicated in the drawings or specifications.  Existing portions of the facility of building unaffected by the new work shall comply with LAC 55:103B thru 55:103F.

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:
DAVID JONES
ARCHITECT

CC:
Kostmeyer Construction
Slidell Fire Prevention*
City Of Slidell*
New Orleans District*     5042194600