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

KEVIN KINCHEN
KEVIN J KINCHEN AIA
554 OLD SPANISH TRAIL
SLIDELL, LA  70458-0000
RE:  P0428065
LANDIS TRANSPORT LLC
LOT 21 #400 LEWARD LOOP
COVINGTON, LA  70435

NFPA 101, 2009
IBC, 2009 (CHAPTERS 9 & 10)

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.	A REVIEW FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FIRE PROTECTION AND EGRESS REQUIREMENTS OF CHAPTERS 9 AND 10 OF THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE IS INCLUDED IN THIS REVIEW.  Review for compliance with all other requirements of the LOUISIANA STATE UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION CODE, in accordance with Act 12 of the 2005 First Extraordinary Session of the Louisiana Legislature, IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS REVIEW.  Contact the building official of the applicable political subdivision to coordinate compliance with these requirements.  LRS 40:1730.23 mandates the enforcement of building codes by municipalities and parishes in Louisiana, as described by LRS 40:1730.28.

Note: In accordance with LRS 40:1730.39.A, this office may establish contract agreements with municipalities and parishes in order to provide uniform construction code enforcement on their behalf, as provided in LRS 40:1730.24. Please visit our web site at http://www.dps.state.la.us/sfm/index.htm for a current list of jurisdictions requesting plan review by this office, a fee schedule, and a checklist of information required for review.

PROVIDE A DUPLICATE SET OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS TO THE BUILDING OFFICIAL (OR THIRD-PARTY) FOR REVIEW AND/OR PERMITTING, THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL REVIEWED AND STAMPED DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE USED FOR THIS PURPOSE.  ADDITIONAL MARKING OR ALTERATIONS MADE TO THE APPROVED STAMPED PLANS MAY CAUSE DELAYS IN FINAL ACCEPTANCE FOR OCCUPANCY. 

2.	Compliance with the 2011 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 or a Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council registered third-party provider to verify plan review and inspection requirements of the proposed electrical work. 

3.	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- 2007, or the International Energy Conservation Code, 2009 edition, as applicable. 

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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 10/01/11)  Provide access for persons with disabilities in accordance with the ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines, July 23, 2004 (also known as the 2010 Standards).  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.
	a)  212 The sink in the break-room or kitchenette shall  be provided with clear floor space, knee clearance, AND a 34" maximum height to the sink rim as per Section 606.
	b)  606.1 Lavatories in toilet rooms and breakroom/conference room sinks shall comply with the following:
            1.  606.2 Provide a clear floor space complying with 305, positioned for a forward approach, and knee and toe clearance complying with 306 shall be provided.
            2.  606.3 Lavatories and sinks shall be installed with the front of the higher of the rim or counter surface 34 inches maximum above the finish floor or ground.
            3.  606.4 and 309 Controls for faucets shall not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist.
            4.  606.5 Water supply and drain pipes shall be insulated or covered.

5.	101:7.2.1.5 and IBC 1008.1.9  Locks on doors in means of egress shall not require the use of a key, special device or special knowledge to open in the direction of egress.  Doors shall be openable with only one releasing operation. 

6.	101:7.2.1.3, 101:7.1.6.3, and IBC 1008.1.5 through 1008.1.7  The floor elevation shall not change by more than 1/2" from one side of a door to the other.  Provide level landings outside exterior doors that are within 1/2" of the interior finish floor elevation. 

7.	LRS 40:1711  Provide safety glazing in hazardous locations at doors. 

8.	LAC 55:V:303.D  Provide listed portable fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10. 
	a)  LRS 40:1664.4  All work and inspections of portable fire extinguishers shall be performed by a life safety and property protection contractor licensed with the appropriate endorsement by the Office of the State Fire Marshal. 
	
9.	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.

Fire Department access and water supplies within the scope of work shall be acceptable to the local fire department. Submit to the State Fire Marshal inspector, a review letter from the local fire department, stating that the access and water supply as proposed are acceptable.  In lieu of a review letter, where the local fire department does not provide a formal review, the local fire department may indicate review of the access and water supplies by stating such on the plans bearing the State Fire Marshal review stamp.

REVIEWED BY:
JOHN WHITAKER
ARCHITECT

NOTE:	Please call the REVIEWER identified above if you have any questions regarding this review.  
Do not call the Inspection Office until you are ready for inspection.

CC:
Landis Transport, Llc
Division Of Permits & Inspections (Stam)*
New Orleans District Ofc*     5045688506