| Review Date | Status | Comment(s) |
| 11/12/2009 |
Approved | Plans re-approved for 6-month signatures. |
| 3/3/2009 |
I | Based on the sprinkler review the following restrictions apply:
Multi-row Racks are NOT allowed with this sprinkler design
Aisle widths are to be a minimum 4-ft
Storage height is limited to 13-ft (what the sprinkler system is designed to) |
| 2/25/2009 |
FYI | RESUBMITTED: The plans have been resubmitted and all the disapproved comments have been addressed and/or corrected as follows:
1- SHEET HPS1 - The full size sheet HPS1 was provided. A full review may now commence. ITEM RESOLVED.
2- IFC REFERENCES: They have been corrected in the report from CCI. ITEM RESOLVED.
3- QUESTIONNAIRES: They have been provided and are acceptable. ITEM RESOLVED. |
| Attention | ADDITIONAL FEES: This is our 3rd review of these plans. Any and all future plan submittals for this specific permit will have additional plan review fees charged to the project, as per the CSFD fee schedule. |
| FYI | REVIEW COUNT: This is the 3rd review of these plans. Additional fees imposed. |
| FYI | HIGH-PILE DATA
Building square footage: 20396sf
High pile storage square footage: 5490sf
Sprinkler system: Required
Smoke/heat detection: Not required per Chap 23.
Description of storage:
Commodity types: Class IV
Plastics: class: A percentage: 5
Non Expanded
Cartoned
Stable
Storage height: 14 feet max
Number of storage areas: 1
Storage methods: Racks
Encapsulated: No
Aisle widths: 3 feet minimum
Longitudinal flue: size: 3-inches
Transverse flue: size: 6-inches
Smoke vents: NOT REQUIRED
Exterior access doors: NOT REQUIRED
Curtain boards (non-spkld bldgs only): N/A
Public accessible storage areas: YES
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| FYI | TABLE 2306.2. Based upon Table 2306.2 and the information submitted, the COMMODITY CLASSIFICATION is Class IV and the SIZE OF HIGH-PILED STORAGE AREA is 5490sf. This requires the following provisions:
Automatic Fire Extinguishing System |
| FYI | AGGREGATE HIGH PILED AREAS: The aggregate of all high-piled storage areas within a building shall be used for determining requirements unless such areas are separated from each other by 1-hour fire-resistance-rated fire barrier walls constructed in accordance with the International Building Code. Openings in such walls shall be protected by opening protective assemblies having a 1-hour fire protection rating. (2003 IFC §2306.3.2.1) |
| FYI | SIGNAGE REQUIRED: Approved high pile storage signage is required to be installed at the approved storage height throughout all applicable storage areas. The signage shall be installed in an approved manner per CSFD specifications. |
| FYI | AISLE CLEAR HEIGHT. The required aisle width shall extend from floor to ceiling. Rack structural supports and catwalks are permitted to cross aisles at a minimum 6-feet, 8-inches above the finished floor level provided that such supports do not interfere with fire department hose stream trajectory. (2003 IFC §2306.9.2) |
| FYI | AISLE MAINTENANCE. When restocking is not being conducted, aisles shall be kept clear of storage, waste material and debris. Fire department access doors, aisles and exit doors shall not be obstructed. During restocking operations using manual stocking methods, a minimum unobstructed aisle width of 24 inches shall be maintained in 48-inch or smaller aisles, and a minimum unobstructed aisle width of one-half of the required aisle width shall be maintained in aisles greater than 48 inches. During mechanical stocking operations, a minimum unobstructed aisle width of 44 inches shall be maintained. (2003 IFC §2305.4) |
| FYI | MINIMUM AISLE WIDTH (AS). Aisles in sprinklered buildings shall be a minimum of 44 inches wide. Aisles shall be a minimum of 96 inches wide in high-piled storage areas exceeding 2,500 square feet in area, that are accessible to the public and designated to contain high-hazard commodities. (2003 IFC §2306.9.1.1) |
| FYI | EXTENT AND TYPE OF PROTECTION. Where required, fire detection systems, smoke and heat removal, draft curtains and automatic sprinkler design densities shall extend the lesser of 15 feet beyond the high-piled storage area or to a permanent partition. Where portions of high-piled storage areas have different fire protection requirements because of commodity, method of storage or storage height, the required fire protection features within this area shall be based on the most restrictive design requirements. (2003 IFC §2306.2) |
| 9/24/2008 |
Disapproved | DISAPPROVED: An extra copy of the High Piled Storage and Chemical Classification Report prepared by CCI must be submitted. This copy will be retained in our office files. |
| FYI | RESUBMITTED: The plans have been resubmitted and all the disapproved comments have been addressed and/or corrected as follows:
None of the previously disapproved items were addressed. All previously disapproved comments still apply plus the additional comment within this review. |
| Attention | CORRECTIONS. All corrections and comments are to be submitted back to CSFD in writing, or provide submittal sheets/drawings/ blueprints etc. as requested, to complete the review. Corrections are not accepted over the phone, via fax, or verbally. |
| Attention | If you have any specific questions or concerns about these comments, please feel free to contact me at:
Steve "Smitty" Smith, CFPS
Fire Protection Engineer II
Colorado Springs Fire Department
Office of the Fire Marshal
375 Printers Parkway
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
TEL 719-385-7362
FAX 719-385-7334
sdsmith@springsgov.com |
| Attention | ADDITIONAL FEES: This is the 2nd, review of these plans. Any and all future plan submittals for this specific permit will have additional plan review fees charged to the project, as per the CSFD fee schedule. |
| FYI | REVIEW COUNT: This is the 2nd review of these plans.
Date on plans: 11.27. 2007 (December 12, 2007 for the HPS and Chemical Classification Document) |
| 2/21/2008 |
FYI | This project is: Office Depot, 3650 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Unit 100, Interior Remodel, Office Warehouse w/ highpile
Latest date shown on plans reviewed: 11.27.07
Plans are reviewed to the 2003 Colorado Springs Fire Code. |
| Disapproved | The submitted construction document indicate that the high pile storage plans are on sheet HPS1. Unable to find a full size HPS1 sheet. Only found the 11x17 sheet in the supplemental documents. A full sheet must be submitted for review. Once a full set is provided, the plans will be fully reviewed. |
| Disapproved | Within Section II of the "High Piled Storage and Chemical Classification" document, Table 81-A is referenced in determining the commodity classification. This table is from the 1997 Uniform Fire Code which is outdated. The 2003 International Fire Code, with local ammendments is the currect adopted fire code and all references must be made from this code with applicable references. Modify this reference. |
| Disapproved | Provide a completed and accurate plastic questionnaire. This form may be found at the following link:
http://www.springsgov.com/units/fire/Packets/HiPile_Plastics_Questionnaire.pdf
Note: Based on the information provided, the commodity classification may change which may cause additional requirements. |
| Disapproved | Along with the specific high pile storage plan, please provide the following construction sheets separate from the construction set. These sheets will also be retained wihin our office.
Sheet T1
Sheet C1 |
| Disapproved | MINIMUM SETS OF PLANS: Submit three (3) separate sets of high pile combustible storage plans for review. One (1) set will be retained for records and this set must be separate from the other sets, with the remaining two (2) sets being returned. These two sets may be combined with the construction set. |
| Disapproved | The high piled questionnaire submitted is for existing tenants in existing buildings that are changing the layout of their high piled storage. As previously noted. information indicates this is a new tenant in an existing building. Please submit the correct forms which are found at the following link:
http://www.springsgov.com/units/fire/Packets/HiPile_New_Tenant-Building-Use_Questionnaire.pdf |
| Attention | TABLE 2306.2. Based upon Table 2306.2 and the information submitted, the COMMODITY CLASSIFICATION is Class IV and the SIZE OF HIGH-PILED STORAGE AREA is 5490sf. This requires the following provisions:
Automatic Fire Extinguishing System
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| Attention | PERMIT/PLAN REVIEW FEES: The Colorado Springs Fire Department assesses a cost recovery fee to cover the costs associated with fire department plan reviews, fire inspections, and administrative tasks. Fees associated with the CSFD high pile combustible storage review permit process must be paid directly to the Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD - 375 Printers Parkway) by cash, check, or credit card. The Regional Building Department will require proof of Fire Department payment before issuing any building permit. It is the responsibility of the owner, builder, architect or designee to ensure that this fee has been paid.
NOTE: This fee is different and separate from those associated with the Regional Building Department or Development Review Enterprise fees. |
| Attention | Information indicates this project is an EXISTING BUILDING with a NEW TENANT utilizing high pile storage. The plans will be reviewed as such unless adequate documentation to prove otherwise is provided. |
| Attention | CORRECTIONS. All corrections and comments are to be submitted back to CSFD in writing, or provide submittal sheets/drawings/ blueprints etc. as requested, to complete the review. Corrections are not accepted over the phone, via fax, or verbally. |
