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

H “BUTCH” BROWNING
FIRE MARSHAL

NEW CONSTRUCTION

ROBERT WILTSE
DAMMON ENGINEERING INC
1095 FLORIDA AVE
SLIDELL, LA  70458-0000
RE:  P0352884
ALFORD &^ ALFORD, LLP
542 OLD SPANISH TRAIL
SLIDELL, LA  70458

NFPA 101, 2006

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:

1.	This work entails the construction of a new single tenant building, including the site development. 

2.	LRS 40:1730.45 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- 2004, or the International Energy Conservation Code, 2006 edition, as applicable. 

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

3.	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 APPARENT DEFICIENCIES" and paragraph references are noted as follows:

	a)  4.13.6  Provide maneuvering clearance at doors in accordance with figure 25(a)(b)(c).
EXTERIOR DOOR AT TOP OF RAMP HAS INSUFFICIENT AREA TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED CLEARANCES FOR ENTRY TO THE BUILDNG. PROVIDE MINIMUM DISTANCES CLEAR TO INSIDE OF HANDRAILS.

	b)  4.8.5  Provide handrails at both sides of ramps with rise greater than 6".  Handrails shall comply with 4.8 and 4.26. NO HANDRAILS APPEAR TO BE INDICATED AT THE DETAILING PROVIDED FOR RAMP GUARDS. PLEASE CLARIFY.

	c)  4.8.7  Provide edge protection at open sides of ramps and landings.  Curbs shall be not less than 4" high in accordance with 101:7.2.5.3.3. NO CURBS ARE INDICATED AT THE PROPOSED RAMP.

	d)  7.2.(1)  At counters that may not have a cash register but where services are provided to the public, at least one of each type shall have a portion of the counter which is at least 36 in in length with a maximum height of 36 in above the finish floor. THE PROPOSED ADA COUNTER AT RECEPTION AREA DOES NOT APPEAR TO COMPLY. 
	
4.	7.2.1.4.1  Any door in a means of egress shall be of the side-hinged or pivoted-swinging type. THE PROPOSED POCKET DOOR AT WORKROOM IS NOT ALLOWED 

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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.

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

	a)  4.1.3(5)(d) Entrances / EXITS which are not accessible shall have directional signage complying with 4.30.1, 4.30.2, 4.30.3, and 4.30.5, which indicates the location of the nearest accessible entrance / EXIT. 
	
6.	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. 

7.	LAC 55:V:307  Periodic observation of construction shall be made by a licensed architect or civil engineer.  The enclosed Certificate of Completion containing the signature(s) of the responsible design professional(s) shall be presented to the Inspector at time of final inspection for occupancy. 

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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)

8.	Building Planning:
	a)  Proposed Occupancy/Use Group Classification:
The occupancy is BUSINESS; Group B per IBC Section(s) 304.

	b)  Special Occupancy Areas:
There are NO special detailed requirements for business occupancies per IBC Chapter 4.

	c)  Incidental/Accessory Use Areas:
There is no incidental use area and no accessory occupancy per IBC Section 508.

	d)  Construction Type/Building Limitations:
The construction type is indicated to be Type V (B) per IBC Section 602. 

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

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

	a)  Section 704 - Exterior Walls:
No deficiencies noted

	b)  Interior Finishes:
Interior walls and ceiling finishes shall be Class C: Flame spread 0-200; smoke-developed 0-450. 

10.	Fire Protection Systems:

Chapter 9 does not require fire sprinkler or alarm / detection systems for this building. 

11.	Means of Egress:
	a)  Refer to Life Safety Code review above for means of egress requirements. 
	
12.	Structural:
MANUAL AND METHOD OF STRUCTURAL DESIGN IS NOT INDICATED IN THE SUBMITTAL

	a)  Gravity Loads: [IBC Table 1607.1 and/or ASCE 7-05 Table 4-1]
First Floor Lobbies and Corridor Live Load is 100 psf; 
Floor live loads above the first floor are 80 psf;
Roof Live load is NOT INDICATED IN THE SUBMITTAL; [Table 1607.1]
Roof (ground) snow load is 5 psf; [IBC Figure 1608.2]

	b)  Wind Design Data:
Basic Wind Speed (3-second gust)  - 130 MPH; [IBC 1609.3 and/or ASCE 7-05 Figure 6-1]
Wind importance factor, I, is 1.0; [ASCE Table 6-1]
Occupancy category is II; [IBC Table 1604.5 and/or ASCE 7-05 Table 1-1]
Wind exposure category is B; [IBC Section 1609.4.3]
The internal pressure coefficient is +/-0.18 (enclosed); [ASCE 7-05 Figure 6-5]
Design wind pressures used for the design of exterior components and cladding ARE NOT INDICATED IN THE SUBMITTAL.
Protection of openings for wind-borne debris is required. DOCUMENT THE METHOD TO BE USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 1609.1.2. DETAIL COMPOSITION / CONSTRUCTION AND ATTACHMENT OF SHUTTERS, IF USED.

	c)  Flood Design Data:
The flood hazard area established for the site is identified as Zone A4 (BFE = 11.0')  ELEVATION SCALE STANDARDS (NGVD29, NAVD88) ARE NOT INDICATED; [IBC 1603.1.6]

The elevation of the proposed lowest floor is indicated to be +11.0 FEET; [IBC 1612.5]

FEMA ADVISORY BASE FLOOD ELEVATION (ABFE) MAP MM-40 INDICATES THE BFE TO BE 10'-0" NAVD88 OR 10.09 FEET NGVD29. DOCUMENT PROPOSED SLAB ELEVATION IS AT LEAST 12" ABOVE THE BFE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASCE 24.05:TABLE 2.1

ASCE 24-05:2-2 Where a DFE has been determined, but a floodway has not been designated. structures and fill shall not be placed unless it has been demonstrated that the cumulative effect of the proposed structures and fill, combined with all other existing and anticipated development, will not increase the BFE by more than 1'-0". PROPOSED FILLED STRUCTURAL FOUNDATIONS DO NOT APPEAR TO COMPLY. PROVIDE THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION OR RE-ENGINEER FOUNDATION WITHOUT INTERIOR FILL AND VENTED FOUNDATION WALLS IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2.6.1 

13.	Mechanical Systems:

	a)  Table 403.3  Provide at least 75cfm outside air per water closet or urinal at toilet rooms. THE 50 CFM TOTAL SUPPLY PROPOSED AT THE TOILET ROOMS IS NOT SUFFICIENT.

	b)  403.2 Provide Mechanical exhaust from toilets and locker rooms. The recirculation of air from such spaces is prohibited (see Section 403.2.1, Items 1 and 3). NO EXHAUST IS INDICATED IN THE PROPOSED MECHANICAL PLANS FROM THE TOILET ROOMS. 
	
14.	Plumbing Systems:
Review for compliance with the requirements of the Louisiana State Plumbing Code [Part XIV (Plumbing) of the State Sanitary Code] is performed at the request of the jurisdiction in which this proposed project is located AND on behalf of the State Health Officer.  In accordance with R.S. 40:4.A(7), R.S. 40:5, and R.S. 40:1730.28.A(5), the State Health Officer and the Office of Public Health of the Department of Health and Hospitals holds the exclusive jurisdiction, control, and authority over Part XIV (Plumbing) of the State Sanitary Code.  Interpretations and/or adjustments to the requirements contained in this code should be directed to that department for ruling.

No deficiencies noted. 

15.	Fuel Gas:

No fuel gas is indicated to be used in this project. 

16.	Electrical Systems: 

Service size is indicated as 120/240v at entry riser on sheet E-1, but as 120/208v at panel schedules on sheet E-2. PLEASE CLARIFY. 

17.	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:
JAMES WAITE
ARCHITECT

CC:
Alford & Alford, Llp
St Tammany Fire Protection District No 1*
City Of Slidell*
New Orleans District*     5042194600