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

RENOVATION

ROBERT WILTSE
DAMMON ENGINEERING INC
1095 FLORIDA AVE
SLIDELL, LA  70458-0000	
RE:  P0397700
MAD SWIRLS
3971 PONTCHARTRAIN DR
SUITE 3
SLIDELL, LA  70458-0000

NFPA 101, 2009

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.	Scope of Work: This review is for a 1,302 sq.ft. tenant buildout. 

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. 

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

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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.

4.	LRS 40:1731-(Effective 8/15/95)  Provide access for persons with disabilities 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.	a)  7.2(2)  Provide accessible service counter in accordance with this section. (Provide a minimum 36" wide by a maximum 36" high counter space at cash register). 
b.	

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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: 	
	2009 International Building Code (IBC) not including Chapters 1, 11, 27, and 29;
	2009 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) not including Chapter 1;
	2009 International Mechanical Code (IMC);
	2000 Louisiana State Plumbing Code (LSPC);
	2009 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC);
	2008 National Electric Code (NEC)

5.	Building Planning:
c.	a)  Proposed Occupancy/Use Group Classification:
The occupancy is business Group B per IBC Section 304.
d.	b)  Construction Type:  EXISTING
The construction type is indicated to be Type II-B per IBC Section 602.2. 
e.	c)  Classification of Work:
The scope of work is classified as Alteration-Level 2 per IEBC Section 404. 

6.	Fire Protection Systems:
f.	a)  The building is not provided with an automatic sprinkler system. The system is not required by IBC Section 903.
g.	b)  The building is not provided with a fire alarm system. The system is not required by IBC Section 907. 
h.	
7.	Structural Systems:  EXISTING 

8.	Mechanical Systems:  EXISTING 

9.	Plumbing Systems:
i.	a)  In accordance with LRS Title 51, Parts XV, XVIII, XIX, XX, XXI, and XXIII, plans and specifications shall be submitted to the state health officer for review and approval. Submit to the following regional office for review:

Southeast Region IX
21454 Koop Drive, Suite 1C
Mandeville, LA 70471 

10.	Electrical Systems: 
j.	a)  IEBC 708.1  All newly installed electrical equipment and wiring relating to work done in an existing building shall comply with the materials and methods requirements of IEBC Chapter 5.  (Exception: electrical equipment and wiring in newly installed partitions and ceilings shall comply with all applicable requirements of the National Electrical Code.)

k.	b)  Compliance with the 2008 NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC), is mandated by RS 40:1730.28.A(7). Contact the local Building Official of the applicable local political subdivision to verify inspection requirements of the proposed electrical work. 
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11.	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:
JOHN WHITAKER
ARCHITECT

CC:
Mad Swirls
St Tammany Fire Protection District No 1*
City Of Slidell*
New Orleans District*     5045688506