| Review Date | Status | Comment(s) |
| 6/29/2010 |
FYI | *****(STANDARD COMMENT) DISAPPROVED ITEMS ADDRESSED
The plans have been resubmitted and all the disapproved comments have been addressed and/or corrected as follows:
1. Auditorium does not actually have two levels. It is all one level and there are two exits...1 upper and 1 lower. This actually changes the occupantload from 392 to 298.
2. Flame Spread Ratings:
A. Wood Plank FSR 20
B. Felt Spacers FSR 25
C. Valance Drapery, Draw Curtain, Rigging and Draper, State Drapery (all same fabric) FSR 0
D. Fire-Test-Response Characteristics on 11 61 33 - 5 was just telling contractor to provide above flame spread ratings.
ALL FLAME SPREAD RATINGS ABOVE WERE VERIFIED BY REVIEWER FROM MANUFACTURER'S SPEC SHEETS.
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| 6/22/2010 |
Approved | *****ATTENTION
Remember that extension cords are not allowed for permanent use. All stage lighting and sound equipment needs to either be hardwired or plugged directly into an appropriate outlet. |
| Attention | EXIT signs and emergency lighting locations subject to field verification. |
| FYI | *****(STANDARD COMMENT 1) This project is: This is a "Revision" submittal for the Science Labs and Auditorium
You can access our web site for the latest fire department plan review comments:
1. From www.pprbd.org, select PLAN REVIEW then FIND PLANS next COLORADO SPRINGS
2. Scroll down to the correct address. You may then select APPROVED/DISAPPROVED to view comments associated with that particular project.
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| Attention | (STANDARD COMMENT 5) STATE SCHOOLS NO RBD REVIEW:
THIS PROJECT IS A COLORADO STATE SCHOOL, the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department has not reviewed this design to ensure compliance with requirements of the local building code. Mr. Joseph Montoya is the Colorado State Division of Oil and Public Safety, Public School Construction Program Manager and has authority over the enforcement and compliance of the applicable Building Code and issuance of the State Building Permit.
It should be understood that this review performed by the Colorado Springs Fire Department has been delegated by the State of Colorado Department of Public Safety to ensure compliance only to the fire code and other applicable standards regulated and enforced by the Colorado Springs Fire Department. 1/2005
***** STATE PROJECT INFORMATION:
Project Description: UCCS Science and Auditorium Renovation - Revision
Address Location: 1420 Austin Bluffs Py
School District:
Scope Description: Revision to original renovation plans
Submittal Description (ie - permit, preliminary, revision): Revision
Document Date: 06/18/10
Fire Jurisdiction: COLORADO SPRINGS FIRE DEPARTMENT, CO
Plan Reviewer: FPE WITHEE, STATE CERTIFICATION: 07-180202
Plan Type:
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT) FIRE EXTINGUISHER - COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
A "2A -10B:C" fire extinguisher is to be installed in LOW TO MODERATE HAZARD OCCUPANCIES at a rate of 1 unit per 3,000 square feet, AND a maximum of a 75-ft travel distance to an extinguisher.
Remember that all extinguishers must be installed in highly visible and accessible locations, never in a dead-end area, and always try to place them near an exit path-way or at an exit(s). Mount 4" off floor to a maximum of 5 ft. to the top of the fire extinguisher. (HINT: About waist high is perfect)
ATTENTION: "FIRE EXTINGUISHER" signs may need to be posted to properly identify where the units are located if they're not highly visible.
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| FYI | *****(STANDARD COMMENT) OCCUPANT LOAD
THE OCCUPANT LOAD FOR THIS FACILITY IS: Seating for auditorium is 298 - Upper Level, 94 Lower Level
The occupant load, calculated by the Regional Building Department shall be posted in a visible location. This determined number shall not be exceeded under any circumstance.
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT) ASSEMBLY OCCUPANCIES
The following is a list of concerns to be aware of for Assembly Occupancies:
Elevator Recall
Fire Alarms with Voice Evacuation
Fire Hydrants
Fire Lanes
Fire Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems
Door locking hardware
Knox Box
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| Attention | (STANDARD COMMENT) HAZ-MAT REVIEW REQUIRED
It appears that hazardous materials may be located on site. Your plans have been forwarded to the HazMat reviewer.
If hazardous materials exceed exempt amounts, you will also be required to submit a Hazardous Material Management Plan for annual permitting.
Additional tank installation permits and plan reviews may also be required. Check with the CSFD for details.
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT) FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM PLANS
Applicable Fire Protection System (fire alarm, fire sprinkler, fixed fire) plans shall be submitted to the CSFD Construction Services office in the Development Review Enterprise at the Regional Development Center 2880 International Circle
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT) FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM PLANS NOT REVIEWED
There were fire detection and/or suppression system plans attached to the construction plans, however, they were not reviewed due to lack of specification sheets, calculations, etc. The sub-contractors for these systems must submit these plans for our review, and obtain separate permits from the CSFD for the instillation of all fire detection and suppression systems. No work is allowed to begin without proper permits.
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT) INSPECTIONS
A minimum of 2-business days notice is required for all inspections. Due to work loads, holidays, meetings, vacations, etc...the CSFD cannot guarantee a 2-business day turnaround on all inspections. PLEASE help yourself by helping us - call your inspections in with ample time to allow adequate scheduling.
When calling, please have your complete CSFD plan review number(s) ready for each inspection request.
( i.e. 20001234 - HM -2 or 20000012 - CN - 1)
The CSFD Approved sets of plans are to be on site for all inspections.
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT) JAH - SCHEDULING INSPECTIONS:
Your assigned inspector is Jeff Hanenberg. You may contact him at 719-385-7359 to schedule all construction related inspection activities.
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| Disapproved | (STANDARD COMMENT) PLANS DISAPPROVED:
The following information and/or corrections are needed prior to conducting a full plan review
1. The occupant load of the "Upper Level" of the auditorium is at least 298, requiring two exits. It appears there is only one. Please clarify.
2. Are "Upper Level" and "Lower Level" of auditorium two actual levels or merely divided by a cross aisle?
3. We will need the flame spread rating on:
a. Acoustical wood plank panel assemblies 09 74 13 - 1
b. Felt Spacers - Acoustically clear fabric, color-black 09 74 13 - 3
c. Valance Drapery 11 61 33 - 1
d. Draw curtain 11 61 33 - 1
e. Rigging and Drapery 11 61 33 - 2
f. Stage Drapery 11 61 33 - 11
4. Provide documentation specified as Fire-Test-Response Characteristics 11 61 33 - 5
All corrections and comments shall be submitted back to CSFD in writing, or provide submittal sheets/drawings/ blueprints etc. as requested, which will allow us to complete our review. We do not accept plan review corrections over the phone, via fax, or verbally.
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT) REVIEWS:
Colorado Springs Fire Department construction reviews are based upon information provided on the drawings and/or the attached reference material. Issues or features that are not presented within the construction documents are assumed to be complaint with applicable codes/standards. It is the responsibility of the building owner to ensure that minimum code requirement are met as established by the Authority Having Jurisdiction, whether of not the requirements are specifically indicated on the submitted construction documents.
The CSFD has reviewed the submittal in accordance with the fire code requirements of the 2003 International Fire Code, CSFD local amendments, City Code Standards, and applicable NFPA Standards. All plan review comments are subject to final on-site field inspections, and testing by the CSFD.
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT) PERMITS
Insure all applicable permits are obtained from the Regional Building Department and the Colorado Springs Fire Department for the work that is being done at this site.
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT) PLAN REVIEW/PERMIT FEES
All fire department fees are to be paid prior to issuance of any permits. These fees must be paid directly to the Colorado Springs Fire Department - Development Review Enterprise - at 2880 International Circle - Suite 200-7.
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| 4/2/2010 |
Attention | Received SonaSpray "fc" Spray on Acoustical Finish specification guide from Matt Vineyard of JE Dunn on 04/02/10. Contact numbers are (Business 719-884-4459) and (Mobile 719-510-3839). The SonaSpray will be applied in the science classrooms under renovation to reduce the echo in the classrooms. CSFD requested specifications to confirm the Flame Spread Index and Smoke Developed are within the guidelines set by the 2006 IBC and IFC.
SonaSpray's index ratings per ASTM E-84 are as follows:
Flame spread index: 5
Smoke developed: 5
Sonaspray's interior finish rating therefore is an A. Section 803.5 in the 2006 IBC requires that all rooms and enclosed spaces shall not have a flame spread index greater than a C in Group B occupancies. APPROVED JAH 04/02/10 |
| 11/16/2009 |
FYI | RESUBMITTED: The plans have been re-submitted, and the disapproved issues have been addressed as follows:
**PLEASE NOTE** ALL COMMENTS FOUND ON PREVIOUS PLAN REVIEWS REMAIN ENFORCEABLE UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED IN THIS REVIEW.
1) A hazardous materials Plan review has been completed and approved pending the review by the State Plan reviewer. Kay 11/16/09
2) The Generator Tank installation permit has not been submitted for review as of this date. Hazardous Materials Plan comments address the requirement to submit a tank installation permit to the CSFD. SEE Hazardous Materials Comments. Plan reviewer spoke with Matt of JE Dunn, (GC) regarding the requirement for the tank application and supporting documents. Matt stated that West Electric would be applying for permit.
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| 10/27/2009 |
Attention | Check the rating on the elevator machine room door - it opens into an assembly lecture hall. |
| 10/23/2009 |
FYI | *****(STANDARD COMMENT 1) This project is: UCCS Science Building, 1420 Austin Bluffs: renovation of existing building.
You can access our web site for the latest fire department plan review comments:
1. From www.pprbd.org, select "RELATED WEB SITES" in the upper right corner.
2. Click on Colorado Springs FIRE PREVENTION.
3. Then select VIEW PLAN REVIEW STATUS.
4. Scroll down to the correct address.
5. You may then select APPROVED/DISAPPROVED to view comments associated with that particular project.
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| Approved | Elevators are existing - there shouldn't be any change in fire protection or programming on them.
Skylight - sprinklers are required in the skylight in accordance with NFPA 13, 2007 edition.
Ceiling Clouds - sprinklers are required under the clouds in accordance with NFPA 13, 2007 edition.
Generator - A new generator will be replacing the old one. Will be fueled by diesel
Transformer - next to generator. |
| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT 2) REVIEWS:
Colorado Springs Fire Department construction reviews are based upon information provided on the drawings and/or the attached reference material. Issues or features that are not presented within the construction documents are assumed to be complaint with applicable codes/standards. It is the responsibility of the building owner to ensure that minimum code requirement are met as established by the Authority Having Jurisdiction, whether of not the requirements are specifically indicated on the submitted construction documents.
The CSFD has reviewed the submittal in accordance with the fire code requirements of the 2003 International Fire Code, CSFD local amendments, City Code Standards, and applicable NFPA Standards. All plan review comments are subject to final on-site field inspections, and testing by the CSFD.
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| Disapproved | (STANDARD COMMENT 100) PLANS DISAPPROVED:
The following information and/or corrections are needed prior to conducting a full plan review
1. Generator is a diesel fueled generator - you must submit information on the diesel tanks, location, size, etc.
All corrections and comments shall be submitted back to CSFD in writing, or provide submittal sheets/drawings/ blueprints etc. as requested, which will allow us to complete our review. We do not accept plan review corrections over the phone, via fax, or verbally.
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| Disapproved | (STANDARD COMMENT 70) HAZARDOUS MATERIAL- SUBMIT INFORMATION
Provide listed information on the haz-mat permit amount certification form for all Use/Dispensing/Storage of Hazardous Materials and Flammable Liquids that will be used within this facility.
Provide information on all types, quantities (both in use and in storage), used at the site. This would include swimming pool/spa/whirlpool chemicals.
PLEASE INSURE YOU ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FORMS, AND FILL OUT THE REQUESTED INFORMATION.
All forms and packets are available at http://www.springsgov.com/Page.aspx?NavID=1094. |
| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT 3) PERMITS
Insure all applicable permits are obtained from the Regional Building Department and the Colorado Springs Fire Department for the work that is being done at this site.
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT 22) FIRE EXTINGUISHER - COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS
A "2A -10B:C" fire extinguisher is to be installed in LOW TO MODERATE HAZARD OCCUPANCIES at a rate of 1 unit per 3,000 square feet, AND a maximum of a 75-ft travel distance to an extinguisher.
Remember that all extinguishers must be installed in highly visible and accessible locations, never in a dead-end area, and always try to place them near an exit path-way or at an exit(s). Mount 4" off floor to a maximum of 5 ft. to the top of the fire extinguisher. (HINT: About waist high is perfect)
ATTENTION: "FIRE EXTINGUISHER" signs may need to be posted to properly identify where the units are located if they're not highly visible.
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| FYI | *****(STANDARD COMMENT 50) OCCUPANT LOAD
THE OCCUPANT LOAD FOR THIS FACILITY IS: 1831
The occupant load, calculated by the Regional Building Department shall be posted in a visible location. This determined number shall not be exceeded under any circumstance.
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT 71) HAZ-MAT REVIEW REQUIRED
It appears that hazardous materials may be located on site. Your plans have been forwarded to the HazMat reviewer.
If hazardous materials exceed exempt amounts, you will also be required to submit a Hazardous Material Management Plan for annual permitting.
Additional tank installation permits and plan reviews may also be required. Check with the CSFD for details.
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT 82) FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM PLANS
Applicable Fire Protection System (fire alarm, fire sprinkler, fixed fire) plans shall be submitted to the CSFD Construction Services office in the Development Review Enterprise at the Regional Development Center 2880 International Circle
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT 90) INSPECTIONS
A minimum of a 2-business day notice is required for all inspections. Please have your eight digit "Fire Department Plan Review Number" ready when calling to schedule an inspection.
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| FYI | (STANDARD COMMENT 92) JAH - SCHEDULING INSPECTIONS: FIRE STATIONS 6, 7, 8, 11, UCCS:
Colorado Springs Fire Department Inspectors schedule their own inspections. Based upon geographic location of this project, your assigned Inspector is Jeff Hanenberg. You may call 719-385-7359 to schedule all construction related inspection activities.
When calling, please have your complete CSFD plan review number(s) ready for each inspection request.
( i.e. 2005-1234-CN-1 or 2005-0012-SP-1)
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