HomeMy WebLinkAboutOccupancy Correspondence 1994-7-27
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SPR.FIEL.D
July 27, 1994
225 FIFTH STREET
SPRINGFIELD, OR 97477
(503) 726-3753
FAX (503) 726-3689
McKenzie River Motors
P.O. Box 640
Pleasant Hill, OR 97455
Subject: Occupancy Inspection at 437 North A St.
Proposed Use: Boxing/Martial Arts Training Center
Dear McKenzie River Motors,
At your request, the Community Services Division/Building Safety conducted an
inspection of the building at the above address. The purpose of the inspection was to
determine the suitability of the building for the proposed use as indicated.
Based on the proposed occupancy, the existing conditions which are mentioned below
do not meet the minimum Building Safety Code requirements. Corrective measures
must be taken prior to occupancy to install, repair, replace or modify the following
items in order for the building to conform to applicable safety codes:
.' 1. Total occupant load for the building is 76, including an assumed 16 occupants in the
aerobics room.
2. Two restrooms are required, with a total of two water closets and two lavatories. In
addition, one drinking fountain or equivalent shall be provided for the building
occupants.
3. Two, three foot wide exits will be required from the main room area separated by a
minimum distance of 45 feet.
4. Secondary exit doors shall open in the direction of travel and be provided with panic
hardware. The main exit door can be keyed if a sign stating, " This door to remain
unlocked during business hours," is installed above the doorway opening.
5. Exit corridor shall have a one-hour fire resistive rating and be no less than 44 inches
in width. Doors providing access to the corridor from all areas of the building shall be
20 minute fire-resistive assemblies.
6. Illuminated exit signs shall be installed at required exits.
7. Toilet rooms shall comply with ADA requirements for handicapped accessibility.
8. Permits will be required for all walls, suspended ceiling, electrical, mechanical, and
plumbing installations. Electrical and plumbing work on property that is for sale or
lease is required to be done by an Oregon licensed Electrical contractor and Plumbing
contractor, respectively.
9. Mechanical ventilation for all areas of the building shall be provided. The
mechanically operated ventilation system shall be capable of supplying a minimum of 5
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CFM/per occupant of outside air with a total circulated of not less than 15
CFM/occupant in ali portions of the building. Restrooms shall have mechanical
exhaust systems capable of providing 4 complete air changes per hour. For ventilation
purposes, the aerobics room has an occupant load of 16 occupants, the men's and
women's changing rooms have 4 occupants each, and the main area will accommodate
50 occupants.
We have discussed with you the possibility of delaying some of the above requirements
until you are assured that your tenant will succeed in this space. Unfortunately, most
of these requirements involve Fire and Life Safety or Health issues which cannot be
postponed. However, the drinking fountain may be delayed several months or
eliminated by providing a bottled water dispenser. We also will not require the garage
door to be eliminated at this time. All other items must be complete prior to occupying
the building for the proposed use.
If you need any further information or have any questions regarding the above
requirements, please contact the appropriate inspector noted below between the hours
of 8:00-9:00 a.m., 1:00-2:00 p.m., or 4:00-4:30 p.m. at 726-3759,
Sincerely,
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Tom Marx Jim Hays IJ Ralp(;haw
Building Inspector Electrical Inspector Plumbing/Mechanical Inspector