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

AMENDED LETTER

EDWARD GREMILLION, P E, C E
DAMMON ENGINEERING, INC
1095 FLORIDA AVE
SLIDELL, LA  70458-0000	RE:  P0324475
LAQUINTA INN & SUITES #12
HOLIDAY BLVD
SLIDELL, LA  70460

NFPA 101, 2003

HOTEL
ASSEMBLY 300 OCCUPANTS OR LESS
	
Dear Applicant:

This is to advise that the previous review letter dated 04/11/2007 for this project is hereby amended as follows:

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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.	Scope of Work: This review is based on revised drawings submitted by the P.O.R. addressing items 5,6,7,8,9,10,12 & 13 previously cited in the amended letter dated April 27, 2007.  The following comments are items which could not be verified in the revised drawings.  In addition to this letter  the local Building Offical should use the original amended letter as a guide to items previously cited. 

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)

2.	Interior Environment:  (Item #8 Previously cited.  Document revised drawings as required by the local building official).

	a)  1209.2 Attic spaces. An opening not less than 20 inches by 30 inches (559 mmby 762 mm) shall be provided to any attic area having a clear height of over 30 inches (762 mm). A 30-inch (762 mm) minimum clear headroom in the attic space shall be provided at or above the access opening. (Opening size and locations were not identified).

	b)  1020.1.2 Penetrations. Penetrations into and openings through an exit enclosure are prohibited except for required exit doors, equipment and ductwork necessary for independent pressurization, sprinkler piping, standpipes, electrical raceway for fire department communication systems and electrical raceway serving the exit enclosure and terminating at a steel box not exceeding 16 square inches.  Such penetrations shall be protected in accordance with Section 712.  (See sheet E-1 & E-2. Caution at plumbing walls in rooms adjacent to stair enclosures).

3.	Structural:  (Item #9 previously cited).

Wind Loads:  (Document revised drawings as required by the local building official).

Wind loads shall be determined in accordance with ASCE 7-05.
The internal pressure coefficient was not identified.
Main Wind-Force Resisting System.  Horizontal sheer diaphragms were not identified.
Protection of openings for wind-borne debris is  required. Provide details, specifications and schedules to identify the method of opening protection used, per IBC Section 1609.1.2 or per ASCE 7 Chapter 6.

4.	Mechanical Systems:

Coordinate routing of duct work at elevator shaft.  See sheet M-1.  Duct work is shown passing through the elevator shaft. 

5.	Fuel Gas:  (Item #12 previously cited. Document revised drawings as required by the local building official).

	a)  Provide combustion, ventilation, and dilution air calculation in accordance with IFGC, Sections 304, 304.5 and 304.6. (Gas Dryers on the 1st floor. The product / specification sheet did not identify combustion / ventilation requirements).  

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

This review applies to the work indicated on the drawings or specifications.

This review shall in no way permit 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).

The above amended review is valid if construction starts within 180 days from the above date of the original review letter.

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. Approved plans must be available on job site at time of inspection. Certificate of completion must be provided to inspecting Deputy for final inspection.

REVIEWED BY:
EDWIN LEE
ARCHITECT

CC:
Dapco Ventures
St Tammany Fire Protection District No 1*
City Of Slidell*
New Orleans District*     5042194600