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

EMMETT DAMMON, P.E., E.E.
DAMMON ENGINEERING
1095 FLORIDA AVE
SLIDELL, LA  70458-0000	
RE:  P0299530
MANNY RANDAZZO'S KING CAKE
3515 N HULLEN ST
SLIDELL, LA  70458-0000

NFPA 101, 2003

INDUSTRIAL
MERCANTILE CLASS C
STORAGE	
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:

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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.	This review applies to new work indicated in the drawings and does not apply to existing non-conforming conditions.  (Addition to industrial/storage use of building.) 

2.	LAC 55:305  Insulation and insulation assemblies shall meet the requirements of Section 718, International Building Code, 2000 Edition.

	a)  Concealed and exposed insulation shall have a flame spread of 0-25 and a smoke developed of 0-450 in accordance with IBC 718.  (New work.) 
	
3.	LRS 40:1711  Provide safety glazing in hazardous locations.  (New door's view panel.) 

4.	This exception is intended to apply to the storage and industrial portions of the building only.

	After consultation with the Office of Rehabilitation Services, it has been determined that this office will not require the storage/industrial area(s) and associated toilet/bath portions of this facility to comply with any of the ADA-AG or LSC requirements for individuals with disabilities, with the following stipulations:

	1. No floor plan modifications are permitted.  Office additions and spaces created which constitute a change in use will require the upgrading of all existing non-complying features to conform with the provisions for new construction.

	2. Provide features of accessibility for the public and administrative areas.

	3. Visual alarm notification shall be provided if a fire alarm system is required by Code.

	4. If a complaint is received about discrimination in hiring of handicapped individuals or concerning handicapped accessibility to any part of the facility, then this office shall reserve the right to investigate the complaint and, if justified, shall reserve the right to require the facility or a portion thereof to be upgraded to comply with the accessibility requirements enforced by this office.

	5. Please note that this document indicates specific compliance with state regulations and does not guarantee nor attempt to circumvent compliance with federal law.  

5.	101:7.2.1.3.1 and 7.1.6.3  The floor elevation shall not change by more than 1/2" from one side of a door to the other.  Provide level landings on both sides of doors and cased openings to addition. 

6.	101:7.2.1.3  Provide landings outside exterior doors level with the interior finish floor.  (At exterior of relocated "man" door.) 

7.	101:7.2.2.2.1  Stairs shall comply with the appropriate Stair table.  (Where any steps beyond "step-down"; finished floor to grade distance not specified; measures 9".)

	a)  44 inch minimum width.  (36" if serving fewer than 50 occupants.)

	b)  7" maximum and 4" minimum rise.

	c)  11" minimum tread depth.

	d)  Stair treads shall be uniformly slip resistant. 
	
8.	101:7.1.7.2.2  Steps in a change in elevation, where the elevation difference is 21" or less, shall have minimum 13" treads that are readily apparent.  (As applicable.) 

9.	101:7.2.2.4.1  Stairs and ramps shall have handrails on both sides and shall be provided within 30 inches of all portions of the required egress width of stair.  (Where handrails necessary.) 

10.	LAC 55:V:303D  Provide listed portable fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10.  (Refer to Appendix E for distribution information.)  (None shown.) 

11.	NFPA 10:5.1.4  Provide portable fire extinguishers within the following travel distances (See Tables 10:5.2.1 and 5.3.1);

	a)  Travel distance to a fire extinguisher shall not exceed 75 feet for Class A, C and D fires.  (Location not indicated.) 
	
12.	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.  (Information not provided.) 

13.	LRS 40:1653 and 40:1628  All work and inspections of fire alarm, fire suppression, automatic sprinkler and fire extinguishing systems or portable fire extinguishers shall be performed by a State of Louisiana certified agent. 

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

15.	101:40.5.1  Utilities shall comply with the provisions of Section 9.1. 

16.	101:40.2.8  Provide illumination of means of egress in accordance with NFPA 101:7.8 including exit discharge (exterior). 

17.	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.  (Any new and/or incidental electrical work.) 

18.	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 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:
WILLIAM JENSEN
ARCHITECT

CC:
Allen Deogracias
Slidell Fire Prevention*
City Of Slidell*
New Orleans District*     5045685500
Slidell Fire Prevention*