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SUBJECT
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City ®f Fridley
15294
AT THE TOP OF THE TWINS
BUILDING PERMIT
RE
• _ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIV.
r 1 PROTECTIVE INSPECTION SEC.
9-� 9
CITY HALL FRIDLEY 55432
NUMBER
REV.
DATE
PAGE OF
APPROVED BY
612-571-3450
910-F15
6/28/79
JOB ADDRESS 5435 West Brenner Pass N.E.
1 LEGAL
LOT NO.
BLOCK
TRACT OR ADDITION SEE ATTACHED
DESCR.
1
4 1
Innsbruck North Townhouse Plat 5 SHEET
2 PROPERTY OWNER MAILADDRESS ZIP PHONE
Darrel A. Farr Development Corp. 7286 - 72nd Lane Brooklyn Park 55428
3 CONTRACTOR MAIL ADDRESS ZIP PHONE LICENSE NO.
Same 560-8110
4 ARCHITECT OR DESIGNER MAIL ADDRESS ZIP PHONE LICENSE NO.
5 ENGINEER MAIL ADDRESS ZIP PHONE LICENSE NO.
6 USE OF BUILDING
Residential
7 CLASS OF WORK
❑ NEW ❑ ADDITION ❑ ALTERATION ❑ REPAIR ❑ MOVE ❑ REMOVE
8 DESCRIBE WORK
Construct an 181 x 281 Townhouse (A Unit)
9 CHANGE OF USE FROM TO
STIPULATIONS Party wall must be two separate 1 hour walls from bottom to roof.
Firestop soffits. Provide combustion air to furnace from outside.
WARH��G
SE;PLRATF �'ERMiTS
REQUIRED
EB F(� �+ViRtf+� Befere digging call local utilities
NFA�'tNG� PLUMBING
AND $i TELEPHONE - ELECTRIC,- aS Etc.
REQUIRED BY LAW
TYPE OF CONST.
OCCUPANCY GROUP
OCCUPANCY LOAD
SEPARATE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, HEATING,
VENTILATING OR AIR CONDITIONING.
Wood JJ �+r 3=e
THIS PERMIT BECOMES NULL AND VOID IF WORK OR CONSTRUCTION
ZONING
SQ. FT.
CU. FT.
AUTHORIZED IS NOT COMMENCED WITHIN 60 DAYS, OR IF CONSTRUCTION
OR WORK IS SUSPENDED OR ABANDONED FOR A PERIOD OF 120 DAYS AT
ANY TIME AFTER WORK IS COMMENCED.
NO. DWLG. UNITS
OFFSTREET PARKING
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ AND EXAMINED THIS APPLICATION
1
STALLS GARAGES
AND KNOW THE SAME TO BE TRUE AND CORRECT. ALL PROVISIONS OF LAWS
VALUATION
SURTAX
AND ORDINANCES GOVERNING THIS TYPE OF WORK WILL BE COMPLIED
$28,160
$14.08
WITH WHETHER SPECIFIED HEREIN OR NOT. THE GRANTING OF A PERMIT
DOES NOT PR SUME TO GIVE AUTHORITY TO VIOLATE OR CANCEL THE
PERMIT FEE
SAC CHARGE
ATE OR LOCAL LAW REGULATING CON-
PROMSIGNATUREOF
STRANCE OF CONSTRUCTION.
$56.45
$425.00
PLAN CHECK FEE
TOTALFEE
$14.11
$509.64
100 R ORA ORIZEDAGENT (DATE)
WHEN PROPERLY VALIDATED THIS IS YOUR PERMIT
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SIGNATURE OF OWNER IIF OWNER BUILDER) IDATEI
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• APPLICATION I -Oft RESIDENTIAL LUlI_DING PEIMITS _
• t14rivi, ALTr-RATIONs, ADDITIONS, oil RLPA) Rs} -
01-'111 ER: L'& nz TUXLDI-IM:
Address: X�P f Address:
To No,
Tto.: Street: �. �,.�,.t_�,..• .
LOT: = - ALUCYs ADDx'rION c � �J
COMER LOT: ✓ 114SIDE LOT: S^:TPACK:. S±DF.YARDS:
Applicaht attach to this form Tiro Certificates of Survey of Lot and proposed
building location drawn on these Certificates.
DESCRIPTION OF BUILDING = �
To 13e used As:.: _
1�'xont h
/� Depta Height:.
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_ - Square Feet: %/A Cubic Feet: 411A
'rront: Depth Height: _
- Square feet: Cubic Feet:. .
typo of Construction: /,cr-p�-� -�� .Estimated Cost: $ T -
tw 13e Completed. OC.t ��j' _ - _ - -
Alt. A Alt. B
Proposed Drivoaay t•.Iidth If liew Opening Is Desired $ $
_ (SrI; 12EVERE SSim: OF SHEET)
.Tile undersigned hereby makes application for a permit for the work herein
specified, agreeing to do all work in strict accordance with the City of -
Fridley Ordinances and rulings of the DcoarL-ment of I;uild.ings, and hereby
declares that all the facts and representations stated in this application
are true quid correct. See reverse side for ditional 'innfor:tat-ion-
D1T%: / . 'I qSIGNXVURI:.+ ✓ �'� 'f " '
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stipulations:
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CITY OF FRIDLEY
APPLICATION FOR PLUMBING AND GAS FITTING PERMIT I
PARTIAL RATE SCHEDULE
x
$3.00
PLUMBING•FIXTURE RATES: NO.
RATE
TOTAL
Number Fixtures
x $3.00
$ v
mu
x $2.00
$
New Fixture, Old Opening
x $2.00
$
Catch Basin
Water
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M = New Fixture, Old Opening
Water
PARTIAL RATE SCHEDULE
x
$3.00
PLUMBING•FIXTURE RATES: NO.
RATE
TOTAL
Number Fixtures
x $3.00
$ v
Future Fixture Opening
x $2.00
$
New Fixture, Old Opening
x $2.00
$
Catch Basin
x $5.00
$
Water Heater - to 99,000 BTU
x $5.00
$
100,000 BTU to 199,000 BTU
x $10.00
$
Water Softener
x $7.00
$
New Ground Run.Old Building
x $5.00
$
Electric Water Heater
x $5.00
$
GAS FITTING FEES:
1st 3 fixtures
x
$3.00
$
Additional Fixtures
x
$1.00
$
Gas Range to 199,000 BTU
x
$10.00
$
REPAIRS &,$ALTERATIONS
First $100.00
$5.00
$
each add. $100.00 or fraction
$2.00
$
State Surcharge
$
45/0
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TOTAL FEEf-L----
REINSPECTION FEE
($10.00)
Job Address
Department of Buildings
City of Fridley
Tel. #571-3450
The undersigned hereby makes application for a permit for the work herein
specified agreeing to do all work in strict accordance with the City Codes
and rulings of the Department of Buildings, and hereby declares that all
the facts and representations stated in this application are true and correct
Fridley, Mn. ° , 19 .5;
OWNER
KIND OF BUILDING
USED AS
TO BE C014PLETED ABOUT '-/e X"
ESTIMATED COST
OLD - NEW BUILDING ERMIT NO. PERMIT NO.
Company`-_
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Signed By
Tel. No. 'ice
ROUGH INSP.
Date
FINAL INSP. J v 17 - S b
Date
APPROVAL FOR PERMIT /,"e ,
MINIMUM FEE FOR ANY PLUMBING PERMIT IS $7.50 pLuS $.50 STATE SURCHARGE
CITY
MKIGATION FOR POWER
PLANT EiEATING,
OOLING,'VENTI-LATI;dN, REFRIGERATION AND
AIR
CONDITIONING SY$.f04S ,AND D"" VICES
PARTIAL RATE SCHEDULE
GRAVITY WARM 'AIR:
RATE
TOTAi "
Job Address SS
Furnace Sell&"Duct Wank l
$12.00
$'
' Replacement of Furnace
7.00
S
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`Alteratioris
Repairs & -up to SS00.00
7.00
S
Departinent,of Buildings -• ,
Pepairs &.alterations each add. $500.00
4.:00
$ .-
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City of Fridley
Tei.,;.#571-3450
ASECHAICAL kAR'•I AIRa
The undersigned hereby makes application 'for a permit for the work h , Lrerein
Furnace Shell & Duct Work to 100,000,BTU
$12;00
5 {Z�
specified agreeing to do all we k"in strict:accordanze with the City"Cai3es
ea'oh ,add..`SQ;OCO BTU
4.:0.0
$
and rulings- of -the Department of_Build ngs, and hereby declares that"all
*Reylac< ,ent.of Furnace
7.009
facts and representations stated in'thi$ application are true and:coi edt, -
F4prlirs &'Alterations -up to $500.00
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Repairs & Alterations* each add. $500:00
$
Fridley,
STS. i CSR IiDT 11.A R SYSTSI;
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Bol__er & -fines ug to 100, 000 BTU � -
$12.00
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KIND OF BUILDING
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each addrt. Sn.OGO BTU
4.00
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Softer only up to 100.000 BTU
7:00
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each:addn. 50,000 BTU
6.00
$
TO BE. COMPLETED ABOUT C1�
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$10.00
$
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each add. 3`gal, per hour
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10.;00
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ESTIMATED COST 5
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100,00BTUo 199,999 BTU
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$10.
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$
FITTING FEES:
F 1st 3' rix,tures X
$ 3.00
$�,<
-3-
'ACE/BURN-ER
DESCRIPTION OF. FURN
Fd3it3o :al Fixtures x
$ 1.00
$
Gas Range to 199, 000 BTU x
$10 C0
$
HEATING or POWERPLANTS, Steam,; -Hot Water, Warr - `,9, c- too•.
AIR CQ'EITgOtiI'vG
Trade Name 1� �=� S ac
FA': t° `.II::C S2SI°I:MS See Fee Schedule
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Caracity 5q, EC F%R �.' `tp
ALTEPL- `ION $ RGP,IIRS�
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To�al:ConnEcted Load nQ� Y.in3 of Fuel
TOTAL FEE
BURNER - Trade Name Size
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FDJGfi I2:SP. REINSPECTION FEE
Capacity Sq. Ft. EDR BTO HP
Data ($10.00)
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Company
Date
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A?PaZOVAL FOR PERLTZT
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I�.IMUK FEE FOR ANY HEATING PERMIT "IS $7.50
PLUS- $.50 STATE S-URCFiaR:,E
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*Attached stack verification form
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. April 8, 1980
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6431 UNIVERSITY AVENUE N.E., FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA 55432
Darrel Farr Development Corp.
4600 Lake Road
Minneapolis, MN 55422
Re: Final Inspections on Fountain Oaks Townhouses
Dear Sirs:
TELEPHONE ( 612)571-3450
Final inspections were made on April 4; 1980 of the following addresses
and the items noted must be completed before the structures can be
finaled out;
5401 west Brenner Pass
1. Regrade to provide proper drainage and lower grade to expose
concrete slab.
2. Provide a ball check in the floor drain.
3. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
5403 west Brenner Pass
1. Complete the grading.
2. Repair and install the ball check in the floor drain.
3. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
5405 west Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Regrade front to provide proper drainage and lower grade at
garage to expose concrete slab.
5407 west Brenner Pass
1. Provide a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Plug future water closet run in lower level.
3. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
5409 [Nest Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Regrade and expose concrete garage slab.
3. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
5413 West Brenner Pass
1. Provide a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Complete grading properly.
3. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
5415 west Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. The discharge hose from the sump pump must discharge to the outside
and not into the sanitary sewer.
3. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
P
„ Darrel Farr Development Corp.
ApvU 8f 19BG
Re: Final Inspections on Fountain Oaks Page 2
5417 West Brenner Pass
1. Complete final grading.
2. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
3. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
5419 West Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. The discharge hose from the -sump pump must discharge to the outside
and not into the sanitary sewer.
3. Obtain a final -inspection on the heating work.
5421 West Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. The discharge from the sump pump must discharge to the outside and
not into the sanitary sewer.
3. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
5423 West Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
5425 West Brenner Pass
1. Nail treads on stair leading to the basement.
2. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
3. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
5427 West Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
5431 West Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Sleeping is prohibited in the basement unless an escape window is
installed and a fire alarm.
.3. The discharge hose from the sump pump must discharge to the outside
and not into the sanitary sewer.
4. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
5433 West Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
1/5435 West Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
1629 Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Provide an access panel for the upstairs bathroom.
1621 Brenner Pass
1. Support the basement stair at mid -point.
2. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
vaLLui. rarr ueveLopmenz corp.
i April 8, 1980
Re; Final Inspections on Fountain Oaks
1627 Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
t 1643 Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
1633 Brenner Pass
1. Install a ball check in the floor drain.
2. Obtain a final inspection on the heating work.
We will expect the above items to be completed by June 2, 1980 and
reinspection called for. If you have any questions on these items,
please contact me at 571-3450.
Sincerely,
DARREL G. CLARK
Chief Building Official
DGC/mh
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CITY OF FRIDLEY
APPLICATION FOR PLiIMBING AND GAS FITTING PERMIT
RATE SCHEDULE
PLUMBING FIXTURE RATES: NO. RATE TOTAL
New Fixtures
Future Fixtures
Old Opening, New Fixture
Beer Dispenser
Blow Off Basin
Catch Basin
Rain Water Leader
Hydraulic valve
Sump or Receiving Tank
Water Treating Appliance
Hot Water Heater
Gas Range
Gas Dryer
Back Flow Preventer Required.
Type
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Water
RATE SCHEDULE
PLUMBING FIXTURE RATES: NO. RATE TOTAL
New Fixtures
Future Fixtures
Old Opening, New Fixture
Beer Dispenser
Blow Off Basin
Catch Basin
Rain Water Leader
Hydraulic valve
Sump or Receiving Tank
Water Treating Appliance
Hot Water Heater
Gas Range
Gas Dryer
Back Flow Preventer Required.
Type
$
5.00
$
3.50
$
1.50
$
4.00
$
5.00
$
5.00
$
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Job Address
Effective Flay 1, 1990.
Department of Buildings
City of Fridley
Tel. 0571-3450
The undersigned hereby makes application for a permit for the work herein
specified agreeing to do all work in strict accordance with the City Codes
and rulings of the Department of Buildings, and hereby declares that all
the facts and representations stated in thisapplicationare true and correct
Fridley, Mn.
OWNER
KIND OF BUILDING
USED AS
TO BE COMPLETED ABOUT
ESTIMATED COST
OLD - NEW BUILDING PERMIT NO. PERMIT NO.
Company< ,
Signed By ®�
Tel. No.
ROUGH INSP.
Date
FINAL INSP. - /?- i?C
Date
APPROVAL FOR PERMIT
ALL OTHERS AND/OR REPAIRS AND ALTERATIONS
!1INI11U4 FEE FOR ANY PLUMBING PERMIT IS :15.00
1t of Value of Fixture or Appliance $ PLUS THE $.50 STATE SURCHARGE
State Surcharge 5 .50
Reinspection Fee $
($15.00) TOTAL FEE $ !� , SD
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SUBJECT
City of Fridley
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CITY HALL FRIDLEY $5432
NUMBER
REV.
DATE
PAGE Of
APPROVED BY
612-571-3450
910-F15
4/5/01
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JOB ADDRESS 5435 West Brenner Pass NE
1 LEGAL
LOT NO.
BLOCK
TRACT OR ADDITION SEE ATTACHED
DESCR.
1
4
Innsbruck North. Townhouses Plat 5 SHEET
2 PROPERTY OWNER MAIL ADDRESS ZIP PHONE
Fredrick Rochelle 5435 West Brenner Pass NE
3 CONTRACTOR MAIL ADDRESS ZIP PHONE LICENSE NO.
Morin Construction Inc. 12104 Jefferson Bt, Blaine, MN 55434 755-6517
4 ARCHITECT OR DESIGNER MAIL ADDRESS ZIP PHONE LICENSE NO.
5 ENGINEER MAIL ADDRESS ZIP PHONE LICENSE NO.
6 USE OF BUILDING
Residential
7 CLASS OF WORK
❑ NEW ❑ ADDITION ❑ ALTERATION C REPAIR ❑ MOVE ❑ REMOVE
8 DESCRIBE WORK
Replace a chase
9 CHANGE OF USE FROM TO
STIPULATIONS Call for inspection after demolition,
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TYPE OF CONST.
OCCUPANCY GROUP
OCCUPANCY LOAD
SEPARATE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, HEATING,
VENTILATING OR AIR CONDITIONING.
ZONING
SO. FT.
CU. FT.
THIS PERMIT BECOMES NULL AND VOID IF WORK OR CONSTRUCTION
AUTHORIZED IS NOT COMMENCED WITHIN 60 DAYS, OR IF CONSTRUCTION
OR WORK IS SUSPENDED OR ABANDONED FOR A PERIOD OF 120 DAYS AT
NO. DWLG. UNITS
OFFSTREET PARKING
ANY TIME AFTER WORK IS COMMENCED,
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ AND EXAMINED THIS APPLICATION
1.
STALLS GARAGES
VALUATION
SURTAX
AND KNOW THE SAME TO BE TRUE AND CORRECT. ALL PROVISIONS OF LAWS
AND ORDINANCES GOVERNING THIS TYPE OF WORK WILL BE COMPLIED
$1 (100
$,50
WITH WHETHER SPECIFIED HEREIN OR NOT. THE GRANTING OF A PERMIT
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PERMIT FEE
SAC CHARGE
DOES NOT PRESUME TO GIVE AUTHORITY TO VIOLATE OR CANCEL THE
PROVISIONS OF ANY OTHER STATE OR LOCAL LAW REGULATING CON-
$25.00
lore. SC $1,00
S RUCTION OR TH PERFORMANCE OF CONSTRUCTION.
PLAN CHECK FEE
TOTALFEE
`
$26.50
TUREOFCONTRACTORORAUTH RIZED GE (DATEI
WHEN P OPE Y D TE H IS YO R PERMIT
BLDG )NSP BATE
SiGNATURE OF OWNER OF OWNER BUILDER) IDATEI
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NEW [ ]
ADL [ ]
ALTER [ ]
R-1 AND R-2
Building Permit Application
Effective 1/1/91
Construction Address: �' 3 rt,,/:ce > � Z4 lir � ?,—
Legal Description: 6/ 0 (. /U,
Owner Name & Address: ® ar, Le 'Pel. #
Contractor:/%% /�l �., i�� 1�S" > >1�/Co Tel •
Address:
Attach to this application, a Certificate of Survey of the
lot, with the proposed 000st uc tion drawn on it to scale.
LTMM AREA: length Width Height Sq. Ft.
MiR1 M AREA: Length Width height Sq. Ft.
DECK AREA: length Width Hgt/Gr and Sq. Ft.
oma: „fir 2� �� )�"-pxlje
Corner Lot [ ] Inside Lot [ ] Ft. Yd Setback Side Yard Setbacks
Type of Construction: Estimated Cost: $ %O®. O
Approx. Cmpletion Date: 6J%
Proposed Driveway Width If New Opening Is Desired: Ft. $ $
Width + 6' See Back Page
DATE: �-" S—�� APPUCANP: ` Tel. #
Permit Fee $ 0 0 0
Fire Surcharge $ /
State Surcharge $
SAC Charge $
Driveway Escrow $
Park Fee $
Sewer Main Charge $
TOM s,
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STIPULATIMS:
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CITY USE ONLY
Fee Schedule on Reverse Side
.001 x Permit Valuation (1/10th �)
$.50/$1,000 Valuation
$650 per SAC Unit
Alt. "A" or Alt. "B" Above
Fee Determined by Engineering
Agreement Necessary [ ] Not Necessary [ ]
Community Development Department
PtAm%iING DIVISION
City of Fridley
DATE: April 12, 1991
TO: Jim Hill, Acting City Manager
William Burns, City Manager
Virgil Herrick, City Attorney
FROM: Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director
V Darrel Clark, Chief Building Official
SUBJECT: Complaint by Frederick Rochelle; Draft Stops
in Chimneys
On Monday, April 8, 1991, Frederick Rochelle of 5435 West Brenner
Pass N.E. contacted Bill Hunt regarding his complaints requiring
three draft stops within the chimney attached to his unit. Draft
stops are a means of slowing the progress of a fire up the chimney
chase. To follow is a synopsis of this issue and also questions
that we would like the City Attorney's office to review further.
1. Approximately 20 townhomes with outside chimney chases were
constructed in the late 70's to early 801s. Architectural
plans for the units were submitted by Minnetonka Design. The
plans did not show whether the chimneys contained draft stops.
The building code at that time did require draft stops at
every floor/ceiling penetration level, however, we can only
assume that because the chimneys were completely separated
from the unit by a wall, the architect may have determined
that the intent of the code was being met without the stops.
The City does not make a specific inspection for the interior
of the chimney chase for fire stops, nor was an inspection
conducted at that time to determine the number of draft stops
in the chimney chase.
2. Recently, several of the townhome owners were complaining of
deteriorating conditions for the support and framing of the
chimneys. During reconstruction of the chimneys last year,
Larry Spitz from the Homeowner's Association tried to contact
Darrel Clark's office about the number of draft stops
required. Darrel was on vacation, and his call was referred
to the Fire Department. We believe Bob Aldrich handled the
call. Although Bob does not recall the exact conversation,
he did say that he would advise installation of one draft stop
Draft Stops in Chimneys
April 12, 1991
Page 2
because there were no floors/ceilings within the chimney
chase. About 14 have been repaired and contain one draft
stop.
3. Mr. Rochelle's complaint centered on confusion regarding
whether or not one or three draft stops are required in his
chimney. His contractor (who is not the same contractor who
worked on the other chimneys) applied for a building permit
to reconstruct the exterior of his chimney chase. Clyde Wiley
conducted the first inspection and told the contractor that
he was not sure if one or three draft stops should be
installed (April 5, 1991). Wiley contacted Clark, and they
determined that the most restrictive interpretation of the
code was that three draft stops were required, one at each
floor/ceiling level of the adjoining house. When it was
learned that the original contractor of the first repairs made
last year had only installed one at the first level above the
fireplace (the most important one) , it was decided that we
would allow Rochelle's contractor to repeat the same
procedure. This was late afternoon on Friday, April 5, 1991.
4. On Monday morning, April 8, 1991, the contractor contacted
Darrel to make sure he would only be required to put in the
one draft. Darrel then called the State Building Code
Division to get an opinion from them. Their interpretation
was that each passing of a floor/ceiling would also need a
fire stop; however, since the chase is outside the home, some
doubt might exist. Since the contractor wanted to be sure he
would meet the code, he elected and we agreed that he should
install three, which he has now done. Mr. Rochelle believes
that he was unfairly treated because he was told to install
three stops whereas every other chimney in the area has one
draft stop.
5. We contacted other communities in the metropolitan area.
Those building inspectors agree with the interpretation of the
code that draft stops should be installed within the chimney
chase even though there is no floor/ceiling within the chase.
Further, if the situation occurred in their communities where
chimneys were constructed without the appropriate draft stops,
they were not sure that they would order contractors to add
the fire stop on units previously finaled out. They also
commented that they don't always see all of the stops since
they are not visible on a final inspection.
6. The question now is do we order the units without all the
draft stops corrected. If we don't, we would like to know if
the City would be liable for any damages caused by fire. If
we do, would the City have to pay any of the cost of the
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April 12, 1991
Page 3
repairs. It is a majority consensus of our fire department
and other inspectors and contractors that the first (lowest)
draft stop is the most essential one and the expensive
installation of the upper ones may not be warranted.
7. The additional stops do not contribute to the start of a fire,
but would slow down its passage upward through the chase after
the failure of the appliance.
8. Rochelle also inquired as to why plans for his unit are
missing. The Uniform Building Code permits cities to destroy
plans after 90 days after the project completion. The plans
for Rochelle's unit and others in the Innsbruck North
Townhouse Plat 5 were destroyed because revised plans were
submitted for the group of units in Plat 6 to the east. The
unit design in Plat 5 and 6 are essentially the same.
BD/dn
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Dick Larson
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1888 EDMON
Chapter 2
ORGANIZATION AND ENFORCEMENT
Creation of Enforcement Agency
See. 2o1. There is hereby established in this jurisdiction a code enforcement
agency which shall be under the administrative and operational control of the
building official.
powers and Duties of Building Official
Sec. 202. (a) General. The building official is hereby authorized and directed
he have the
to enforce all the provisions of this code. For such purposes, shall
powers of a law enforcement officer.
have the power to render interpretations of this code
The building official shall
and to adopt and enforce rules and regulations supplemental to this code as he may
of the of this code.
deem necessary in order to clarify the application provisions
Such interpretations, rules and regulations shall be in conformity with the intent
and purpose of this code.
(b) Deputies. In accordance with prescribed procedures and with the approval
of the appointing authority, the building official may appoint such number of
technical officers and inspectors and other employees as shall be authorized from
time to time. He may deputize such inspectors or employees as may be necessary
to carry out the functions of the code enforcement agency.
to enforce any
(c) Right of Entry. Whenever necessary to make an inspection
the building official or his authorized
of the provisions of this code, or whenever
has reasonable cause to believe that there exists in any building or
representative
upon any premises any condition or code violation which makes such building or
hazardous, the building official or his authorized
premises unsafe, dangerous or
may enter such building or premises at all remonable times to
representative
inspect the same or to perform any duty imposed upon the building official by this
code, provided that if such building or premises be occupied, he shall first present
e
proper credentials and request entry; and if such building or premises b unoccu-
pied, he shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other persons
having charge or control of the building or premises and request entry. If such
entry is refused,the building official or his authorized representative shall have
recourse to every remedy provided by law to secure entry.the
(d) Stop Orders. Whenever any work is being done contrary to provisions
the work stopped by notice in writing
of this code, the building official may order
served on any persons engaged in the doing or causing such work to be done, and
authorized by the building
any such persons shall forthwith stop such work until author
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official to proceed with the work.
(e) Occupancy Violations- Whenever any building or structure or equipment
is being contrary to the provisions of this code,
therein regulated by this code used
the building official may order such use discontinued and the structure, or portion
on any causing such use to be continued.
thereof, vacated by notice served person
Such person shall discontinue the use within the time prescribed by the building
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official after receipt of such notice to make the structure, or portion thereof,
comply with the requirements of this code.
(f) Liability. The building official, or his authorized representative charged
with the enforcement of this code, acting in good faith and without malice in the
discharge of his duties, shall not thereby render himself personally liable for any
damage that may accrue to persons or property as a result of any act or by reason of
•
any act or omission in the discharge of his duties. Any suit brought against the
building official or employee because of such act or omission performed by him
in the enforcement of any provision of such codes or other pertinent laws or
ordinances implemented through the enforcement of this code or enforced by the
code enforcement agency shall be defended by this jurisdiction until final termi-
nation of such proceedings, and any judgment resulting therefrom shall be
assumed by this jurisdiction.
This code shall not be construed to relieve from or lessen the responsibility of
any person owning, operating or controlling any building or structure for any
damages to persons or property caused by defects, nor shall the code enforcement
agency or its parent jurisdiction be held as assuming any such liability by reason of
the inspections authorized by this code or any permits or certificates issued under
this code.
(g) Cooperation of Other Officials and Officers. The building official may
request, and shall receive so far as is required in the discharge of his duties. the
assistance and cooperation of other officials of this jurisdiction.
Unsafe Buildings or Structures
Sec. 203. All buildings or structures regulated by this code which are structur-
ally unsafe or not provided with adequate egress, or which constitute a fire hazard.
or are otherwise dangerous to human life are, for the purpose of this section.
unsafe. Any use of buildings or structures constituting a hazard to safety, health ur
public welfare by reason of inadequate maintenance. dilapidation. obsolescence,
fire hazard, disaster, damage or abandonment is, for the purpose of this section. an
unsafe use. Parapet walls, cornices, spires, towers, tanks, statuary and other
appendages or structural members which are supported by, attached to. or a part of
a building and which are in deteriorated condition or otherwise unable to sustain
the design loads which are specified in this code are herebv designated as unsafe
building appendages.
All such unsafe buildings, structures or appendages are hereby declared to be
public nuisances and shall be abated by repair, rehabilitation, demolition or
removal in accordance with the procedures set forth in the Dangerous Buildings
Code or such alternate procedures, as may have been or as may be adopted by this
jurisdiction. As an alternative, the building official, orother employee or of ficial
of this jurisdiction as designated by the governing body, may institute any other
appropriate action to prevent, restrain, correct or abate the violation.
Board of Appeals
Sec. 204. (a) General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions
or determinations made by the building official relative to the application and
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1305.0400 SECTION 203.
UBC Section 203 is amended to read as follows:
UBC Section 203. All buildings or structures regulated by this code which
are structurally unsafe or not provided with adequate egress, or which constitute
a fire hazard, or are otherwise dangerous to human life are, for the purpose of
this section, unsafe. Any use of buildings or structures constituting a hazard to
safety, health, or public welfare by reason of inadequate maintenance,
dilapidation, obsolescence, fire hazard, disaster, damage, or abandonment are,
for the purpose of this section, unsafe uses. Parapet walls, cornices, spires, towers,
tanks, statuary, and other appendages or structural members which are supported
by, attached to, or part of a building and which are in deteriorated condition
or otherwise unable to sustain the design loads which are specified in the code
are unsafe building appendages. All unsafe buildings, structures, or appendages
are public nuisances and must be abated by repair, rehabilitation, demolition,
or removal in accordance with the procedures set forth in Minnesota Statutes.
section 463.15 to 463.26.
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1305.0400 SECTION 203.
UBC Section 203 is amended to read as follows:
UBC Section 203. All buildings or structures regulated by this code which
are structurally unsafe or not provided with adequate egress, or which constitute
a fire hazard, or are otherwise dangerous to human life are, for the purpose of
this section, unsafe. Any use of buildings or structures constituting a hazard to
safety, health, or public welfare by reason of inadequate maintenance,
dilapidation, obsolescence, fire hazard, disaster, damage, or abandonment are,
for the purpose of this section, unsafe uses. Parapet walls, cornices, spires, towers,
tanks, statuary, and other appendages or structural members which are supported
by, attached to, or part of a building and which are in deteriorated condition
or otherwise unable to sustain the design loads which are specified in the code
are unsafe building appendages. All unsafe buildings, structures, or appendages
are public nuisances and must be abated by repair, rehabilitation, demolition,
or removal in accordance with the procedures set forth in Minnesota Statutes.
section 463.15 to 463.26.
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1305.0500 SECTION 204.
UBC Section 204 is amended by amending the last sentence as follows: The
Board shall adopt rules of procedures for conducting its business and shall render
all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to
the building official and to the state building inspector within 15 days of the
decision. 3
1305.0600 SECTION 205.
UBC Section 205 is amended by adding a sentence as follows: Any violation
of provisions of this code is a misdemeanor (Minnesota Statutes, section 16B.69).
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interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a Board of Appeals
consisting of members who are qualified by experience and training to pass upon
matters pertaining to building construction and who are not employees of the
jurisdiction. The building official shall be an ex officio member of and shall act as
secretary to said board but shall have no vote upon any matter before the board.
• The Board of Appeals shall be appointed by the governing body and shall hold
office at its pleasure. The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its
business and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with
a duplicate copy to the building official.
(b) Limitations of Authority. The Board of Appeals shall have no authority
relative to interpretation of the administrative provisions of this code nor shall the
Board be empowered to waive requirements of this code.
Violations
Sec. 205. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect.
construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert or demolish.
equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or cause or permit the
same to be done in violation of this code.
2516 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE
10. Retaining walls. Wood used in retaining or crib walls shall be treated
wood.
11. Weather exposure. In geographical areas where experience has demon-
strated a specific need, approved wood of natural resistance to decay or treated
wood shall be used for those portions of wood members which form the structural
supports of buildings, balconies, porches or similar permanent building appurte-
nances when such members are exposed to the weather without adequate protec-
tion from a roof, eave, overhang or other covering to prevent moisture or water
accumulation on the surface or at joints between members. Depending on local
experience. such members may include: horizontal members such as girders.
joists and decking; or vertical members such as posts, poles and columns; or both
horizontal and vertical members.
(d) Wall Framing. The framing of exterior and interior walls shall be in
accordance with provisions specified in Section 2517 unless a specific design is
furnished.
Wood stud walls and bearing partitions shall not support more than two floors
and a roof unless an analysis satisfactory to the building official shows that
shrinkage of the wool framing will not have adverse effects upon the structure nor
any plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems nor other equipment installed
therein due to excessive shrinkage or differential movements caused by shrink-
age. The analysis shall also show that the roof drainage system and the foregoing
systems or equipment will not be adversely affected or, as an alternate, such
systems shall be designed to accommodate the differential shrinkage or move-
ments.
(e) Floor Framing. Wood-joisted floors shall be framed and constructed and
anchored to supporting wood stud or masonry walls as specified in Chapter 23.
(f) Fire and Draft Stops. 1. General. In combustible construction, firestop-
ping and draftstopping shall be installed to cut off all concealed draft openings
(both vertical and horizontal) and shall form an effective barrier between floors,
between a top story and a roof or attic space, and shall subdivide attic spaces,
concealed roof spaces and floor -ceiling assemblies. The integrity of all fire and
draft stops shall be maintained.
2. Fire stops, where required. Firestopping shall be provided in the follow-
ing locations:
A. In concealed spaces of stud walls and partitions, including furred spaces. at
the ceiling and floor levels and at 10 -foot intervals along the length of the wall.
EXCEPTION: Fire stops may be omitted at floor and ceiling levels when
approved smoke -actuated fire dampers are installed at these levels.
B. At all interconnections between concealed vertical and horizontal spaces
such as occur at soffits, drop ceilings and cove ceilings;
C. In concealed spaces between stair stringers at the top and bottom of the run
and between studs along and in line with the run of stairs if the walls under the
stairs are unfinished:
D. In openings around vents, pipes, ducts, chimneys, fireplaces and similar
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openings which afford a passage for fire at ceiling and floor levels, with noncom -
010 bustible materials.
3. Fire stop construction. Except as provided in Item D above, firestopping
shall consist of 2 inches nominal lumber or two thicknesses of I -inch nominal
lumber with broken lap joints or one thickness of 23/32 -inch plywood with joints
backed by 23/32 -inch plywood or one thickness of 3/4 -inch Type 2-M particleboard
with joints backed by 3/4 -inch Type 2-M particleboard.
Fire stops may also be of gypsum board, cement asbestos board, mineral fiber.
glass fiber or other approved materials securely fastened in place.
Walls having parallel or staggered studs for sound -transmission control shall
have fire stops of mineral fiberorglass f ibcr or other approved nonrigid materials.
4. Draft stops, where required. Draftstopping shall be provided in the
following locations:
A. Floor -ceiling assemblies. (i) Single-family dwellings. When there is
usable space above and below the concealed space of a floor -ceiling assembly in a
single-family dwelling, draft stops shall be installed so that the arca of the
concealed space does not exceed 1,000 square feet. Draftstopping shall divide the
concealed space into approximately equal areas. .
(ii) Two or more dwelling units and hotels. Draft stops shall be installed in
floor -ceiling assemblies of buildings having more than one dwelling unit and in
hotels. Such draft stops shall be in line with walls separating tenants from each
other and separating tenants from other areas.
(iii) Other uses. Draft stops shall be installed in floor -ceiling assemblies of
buildings or portions of buildings used for other than dwelling or hotel occupan-
cies so that the area of the concealed space does not exceed 1,000 square feet and
so that the horizontal dimension between stops does not exceed 60 feet.
EXCEPTION: Where approved automatic sprinklers are installed within the
concealed space, the area between draft stops may be 3,000 square feet and the
horizontal dimension may be 100 feet.
B. Attics. (i) Single-family dwellings. None required.
00 Two or more dwelling units and hotels. Draft stops shall be installed in the
attics, mansards, overhangs, false fronts set out from walls and similar concealed
spaces of buildings containing more than one dwelling unit and in hotels. Such
fEb,;,R draft stops shall be above and in line with the walls separating tenant spaces from
Iwo each other and from other uses.
EXCEPTIONS: 1. Draft stops may be omitted along one of the corridor walls,
provided draft stops at tenant separation walls extend to the remaining corridor draft
stop.
2. Where approved sprinklers are installed, draftstopping may be as specified in
the exception to Item (iii) below.
(iii) Other uses. Draft stops shall be installed in attics, mansards, overhangs,
false fronts set out from walls and similar concealed spaces of buildings having
uses other than dwellings or hotels so that the area between draft stops docs not
exceed 3,000 square feet and the greatest horizontal dimension does not exceed 60
feet.
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plans, specifications and other ata fileJin7a-,.
onform to the requirements of
this Code and other pertinent laws andand that the fees speedred rn
Section _ 9 have been paid. he shall istherefor to the applicant
When the building official issues the permit where plans arc required, he %hall
endorse in writing or stamp the plans and specifications "APPRO\El)." Such
approved plans and specifications shall not be changed. modified or altered
without authorizations from the building official, and all work regulated h\ this
code shall be done in accordance with the approved plans.
The building official may issue a permit for the construction of part of a
building or structure before the entire plans and specifications for the whole
building or structure have been submitted or approved, provided adequate infor-
mation and detailed statements have been filed complying with all pertinent
requirements of this code. The holder of such permit shall proceed at his own risk
without assurance that the permit for the entire building or structure will be.
granted.
(b) Retention of Plans. One set of approved plans, specifications and compu-
tations shall be retained by the building official for a period of not less than W'
days from date of completion of the work covered therein: and one set of appro% ed
plans and specifications shall be returned to the applicant. and said set shall be
kept on the site of the building or work at all times during which the «ork
authorized thereby is in progress.
(c) Validity of Permit. The issuance or granting of a permit or approval of
plans, specifications and computations shall not be construed to be a permit for. or
an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of this code or of any other
ordinance of the jurisdiction. Permits presuming to give authority to violate or
cancel the provisions of this code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not
be valid.
The issuance of a permit based upon plans, specifications and other data shall
not prevent the building official from thereafter requiring the correction of errors
in said plans, specifications and other data. or from preventing building olx ra-
tions being carried'on thereunder when in violation of this code or of an% other
ordinances of this jurisdiction.
(d) Expiration. Every permit issued by the building official under the provi-
sions of this code shall expire by limitation and become null and void if the
building or work authorized by such permit is not commenced within 180 days
from the date of such permit, or if the building or work authorized by such permit
is suspended or abandoned at any time after the work is commenced for a period of
180 days. Before such work can be recommenced, a new permit shall be first
obtained to do so, and the fee therefor shall be one half the amount required for a
new permit for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in
the original plans and specifications for such work: and provided further that such
suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year. In order to renew action on
a permit after expiration, the permittee shall pay a new full permit fee.
Any permittee holding an unexpired permit may apply for an extension of the
time within which he may commence work under that permit when he is unable to
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ATTORNEYS AT LAW
Virgil C. Herrick M E M 0 R A N D U M
James D,. Hoeft
Gregg V. Herrick
Of Counsel
David P. Newman .�
TO: Bill Burns, City Manager
Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director
Darrel Clark, Chief Building Official
FROM: Gregg Herrick, Assistant City Attorney
DATE: April 16, 1991
RE: Draft Stops in Chimneys in West Brenner Pass Townhomes
Concern has been raised with regard to the City's interpretation
of the State building code as it pertains to the West Brenner
Townhomes. The first concern involves approximately five
townhomes which have not had any repairs to their original
chimneys. It appears likely that these townhomes were
constructed with no fire stops, clearly in violation of the code.
These townhomes were constructed and inspected in the late 170's
and early 1801s.
The second problem with regard to these townhomes involves the
City's interpretation of the fire code. When a number of these
townhomes repaired and rebuilt their chimneys,, it appears they
relied upon a code interpretation by the Fire Department. This
interpretation led to the repair and installation of a single
fire stop in each of the unit's chimneys. The most recent
building permit disclosed that the Fire Department was
interpreting the code differently than the Inspection Department.
Because of the difference in interpretation of the code, Darrel
Clark contacted the State` -as to their interpretation of this code
requirement. While the State has indicated they favor the
interpretation that would require three fire stops, one for each
floor the chimney passes, Darrel Clark has indicated that other
city inspectors have stated the code could be interpreted to
require only one fire stop.
The general rule in Minnesota is that a city cannot be held
liable for negligent examination or inspection unless special
circumstances exist to create a special duty to individual
members of the public. The court has held that the examination
and inspection of buildings for fire or other hazards is a public
duty and, therefore, the city would not be subject to liability
to specific individuals. The courts have indicated, however,
that on a case-by-case basis, a special duty can be owed if the
following are found:
Suite 205, 6401 University Avenue N.E., Fridley, Minnesota 55432, 612-571-3850
Memo to Burns/Dacy/Clark
April 16, 1991
Page 2
1. The city has actual knowledge of the dangerous condition.
2. The plaintiff has a reasonable reliance on specific
recommendations of the municipality.
3. A statutory duty for municipal protection.of a particular
class exists.
4. Municipal action which increases the risk of harm.
Even though the City currently has actual knowledge of the
situation and made specific recommendations as to the number of
fire stops required, this is an issue which deals with an
administrative interpretation of the code and which would most
likely be interpreted as a public duty to which no liability
would attach. In discussing this matter with the City's insurer,
the League of Minnesota Cities, it was determined that because of
the City's actual knowledge of the situation, the City should
notify these individuals that its current interpretation of the
code would require three fire stops to be installed in each
chimney and that the City would recommend that they update the
construction of their chimneys.
Because this is an interpretation question regarding the code,
it is our opinion that the City would not have an obligation to
the homeowners to reconstruct the chimneys. As long as the City
acted in good faith in making its interpretation, liability for
reconstruction should not exist. The City should condition the
issuance of future permits for repair or improvements on the
installation of additional fire stops.
With regard to Mr. Rochelle's complaints that the City should be
responsible for the added costs to his remodeling for the
installation of two additional fire stops, the City's current
interpr'btation of. the code is in conformity with the State's
interpretation of that code section and, therefore, the City
would not have any liability for enforcement of that code.
GVH:ldb
FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE. N.E. FRIDLEY, MN 55432 • (612) 571-3450 • FAX (612) 571-1287
April 17, 1991
Frederick Rochelle
5435 West Brenner Pass N.E.
Fridley, MN 55421
Dear Mr. Rochelle:
This is to respond to your concerns that we discussed at your
property on Thursday, April 11, 1991 regarding the number of draft
stops within your chimney. I have assigned a number for each
issue:
1. You inquired as to why the plans for your particular building
do not exist. The plans for your unit and other units within
the Innsbruck North Townhouse Plat 5 were destroyed in 1980
because revised plans were submitted to the Building Division
on December 4, 1980. These revised plans pertain to the group
of units immediately to the east in the Innsbruck North
Townhouse Plat 6. The unit design in both plats are
essentially the same; however, because minor revisions were
done for Plat 6,. the City destroyed the former plans in order
to avoid confusion and to save storage space. The Uniform
Building Code does permit cities to destroy plans after 90
days after project completion.
2. You wanted an explanation as to why other townhome owners have
one draft stop, while you were required to install three draft
stops. During reconstruction of other chimneys last year,
Larry Spitz stated that he spoke with someone at the City
regarding the number of draft stops required. We have
determined that Clark was on vacation during this time frame
and Spitz's call may have been referred to the Fire
Department. We believe that the Fire Department rendered an
interpretation which required installation of only one draft
stop because there are no floors/ceilings penetrating the
chimney chase.
It is true that the Building Division instructed your
contractor on April 5, 1991 to install one draft stop. The
contractor contacted Darrel Clark again on Monday, April 8,
1991 to make sure that only one draft stop was required.
Clark stated that he believed three were required but in order
to make absolutely certain, Clark contacted the State Building
Frederick Rochelle
April 17, 1991
Page 2
Code Division. The State stated that three draft stops should
be required. Since the contractor and the City wanted to be
sure that all code requirements are being -met, it was agreed
that three stops should be installed.
3. You stated that you believe Darrel Clark should be terminated
from his position. After reviewing the facts, there is no
evidence of wrongdoing by Darrel Clark. It is unfortunate if
that there were two different interpretations represented to
the homeowners of the townhomes. Even the official from the
State Building Code Division acknowledges that both
interpretations could be legitimate. In fact, we talked to
other inspectors in other communities and they also
acknowledge that either interpretation could be made. After
reviewing this information with the City Attorney, our
interpretation now is that the 15 chimneys which contain one
draft stop meets the intent of the code. While it would be
best to have draft stops at each floor/ceiling level, we will
not require those townhome owners to install additional draft
stops. However, there are five units that we believe may not
contain any draft stops, and we will be notifying them of the
requirement to install the appropriate number of draft stops.
Darrel Clark was always of the opinion that three stops should
be installed. Unfortunately, a year ago the Fire Department
determined that one stop would be sufficient. Given the
interpretation from the State Building Code Division, the
safest interpretation of the code is that a draft stop for
each floor/ceiling level will be required whether or not it
penetrates a chimney chase.
I believe this addresses most of your concerns. We regret that our
actions may have caused you some frustration. If you have
additional questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me.
I have been trying to contact you by phone at 10:00 a.m., noon, and
1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16, 1991. Please note that I will not
be in the office on Thursday and Friday, April 18 and 19, 1991.
Sincerely,
Barbara Dacy, AICP
Community Development Director
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cc: W*lliam Burns
viSarrel Clark
Dick Larson
Chuck McKusick
Clyde Wiley
Bill Hunt
Gregg Herrick
Bob Aldrich
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 22. 1991 PAGE 13
16. CONSIDERATION OF BUILDING INSPECTION ISSUE RAISED BY FREDERICK
ROCHELLE:
Mr. Rochelle stated that his problem started in 1979 when the
fireplaces in his dwelling unit were built. He stated that the
inspector, Darrel Clark, signed off indicating his chimney was up
to code. He stated Mr. Clark signed off on the framing and went
on to explain this definition under the Uniform Building Code.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if he was quoting from the current
building code or the code in effect in 1979.
Mr. Rochelle stated that it is the current code and it was in
effect in 1979.
Mr. Rochelle stated that on some of the chimneys which Mr. Clark
had signed off, they did not have any fire stops; however, his
chimney had one stop. He stated that when the inspector was called
to inspect his chimney Mr. Wiley, the inspector, told his
contractor to add two additional stops. He stated that in
questioning why this was necessary he was told by Mr. Wiley that
it was code and there had to be one stop for every floor.
Mr. Rochelle stated that his neighbor, Larry Spitz, and Mr. Wiley -
called Mr. Clark (at his cabin) and confirmed that three fire stops
were required. He stated the question was brought up that Mr.
Clark signed off on all the rest of the chimneys. He stated that
at this time, Mr. Clark told them to leave it at one and close it
up.
Mr. Rochelle stated that his contractor decided to make sure and
called Mr. Clark (at his cabin) and asked if he was sure it was all
right to leave it as one stop and close it up to which Mr. Clark
replied in the affirmative. Mr. Rochelle stated that he was
advised by his contractor what was happening, and he advised the
contractor that this was going to court. He stated that his
contractor responded that he was not going to close it up because
the judge will say the contractor should know what should be done
as well as the inspector.
Mr. Rochelle stated that his contractor went to City Hall to talk
to Mr. Clark, and Mr. Clark stated three stops were required. Mr.
Rochelle stated that he then came to City Hall to talk with Mr.
Clark, Mr. Wiley, and Mr. Hunt. He stated that Mr. Wiley stated
there was a gray area, and people can interpret the code different
ways.
Mr. Rochelle stated that he asked Mr. Clark, before he had
contacted the State of Minnesota, if he thought only one fire stop
was required to which he had replied in the affirmative.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 22, 1991 PAGE 14
Mr. Rochelle stated that Mr. Brooks from the State told him three
fire stops were required and that it was black and white.
Councilman Schneider stated that even if a mistake was made he
asked Mr. Rochelle if he was implying it was intentional. Mr.
Rochelle answered in the negative.
Mr. Rochelle stated that if Mr. Clark had done his job in 1979, he
would not be here this evening. He stated that he has heard from
Mr. Hunt, Mr. Burns, and Mr. Clark that the City has only two
inspectors and cannot stand out there and watch every stop that is
installed, that they have to trust the contractors. He stated that
if the City trusts the contractors then the inspectors are not
needed.
Mr. Rochelle stated that he felt because Mr. Clark signed off, the
City should pay for the chimneys to be fixed. He stated that
before a building contractor closes anything he must notify the
City inspector.
Mayor Nee asked Mr. Rochelle if he was seeking damages from the
City.
Mr. Rochelle stated that he is requesting that the residents be
paid to have their chimneys fixed. He stated that he is asking the
City to pay for the ones that have been fixed and need to be
repaired again and for the other five remaining to be corrected.
He felt that someone should inspect the fireplaces in the Vienna
Townhomes and the other buildings.
Mr. Rochelle stated that he would like an independent board to look
at criminal wrongdoing by Mr. Clark and the City.
Councilman Schneider asked Mr. Rochelle what he was implying.
Mr. Rochelle stated that he was asking for a board to determine if
there was any criminal wrongdoing or:neglect.
Mr. Larry Spitz, 5423 W. Brenner Pass, stated that the fireplaces
have been a concern of his for well over a year. He stated that
he was told by the Townhouse Association that a unit was going to
be painted, that there was an obvious hole in the fireplace, and
they were going to paint over it. He stated that he became
concerned and found out that there is a missing piece of wood on
the roofs. He stated that they were trying to figure out how the
missing piece of wood was related to the rotting fireplaces. He
felt that someone should address the problem with these fireplaces.
Mr. Spitz stated that the fire stop issue has just recently
surfaced.
Councilman Schneider felt that the issue Mr. Spitz raised is
between the homeowners and the Townhouse Association.
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Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, asked if Mr. Farr was contacted
regarding these problems.
Mr. Spitz stated that he has not been contacted. He stated that
he talked to Danny Farr, and he looked at it but nothing has been
done.
Mr. Rochelle stated that every attorney states the statute of
limitations has run out on these properties.
Mr. Herrick stated that whether the statute of limitations has run
out may be a fact question. He asked when the buildings were
constructed.
Mr. Spitz stated that they were constructed in 1977 and 1978. He
stated that someone has to listen, and this is the reason he is
here this evening. He stated that he served on the Townhouse
Association Board until several weeks ago and resigned because of
the fireplace issue.
Mr. Spitz stated one insurance company that insured the outside of
the buildings stated they were dropping the insurance because of
a fire hazard due to the fireplaces. He stated that he went to the
Association and was told that it is not their problem.
Ms. Jeanne Lager, 5427 W. Brenner Pass, stated that she bought her
townhome in 1987. She stated that she has replaced her chimney and
did not consider it a fire hazard as, from. the time they were
constructed, water kept coming down through them and did not know
how a fire could even get started with it being so wet. She stated
that when the chimneys were inspected in 1979 it should have been
noticed that they did not function as chimneys. Ms. Lager stated
that the construction was lousy and it should have been noted. She
stated that her chimney was replaced with one fire stop, and she
would like clarification whether she is in compliance with the
code.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if she spoke to the contractor who
replaced her chimney and if he felt the work was to code. She
stated that she would like clarification, in writing, if her
fireplace meets code.
Ms. Lager answered in the affirmative and stated that she hired
this contractor specifically because he had done so many, and he
was a chimney expert.
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that she wished
to clarify the purpose of the draft stop. She stated that it is
to slow the progress of a fire up the chimney chase, but it will
not prevent a fire per se. She stated that it should be noted the
units were constructed with materials between the chimney chase
itself and building. Ms. Dacy stated that perhaps the architect
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 22, 1991 PAGE 16
that drew the plans thought the chimney chase was separated by
appropriate fire walls.
Ms. Dacy stated that at this point, the best interpretation is that
there should be a draft stop for every occurrence where the chase
passes a floor or ceiling. She stated that in conversations with
the State Building Code Division this is an interpretation issue,
and there could be a legitimate argument for one draft stop. She
stated that at this point, the fourteen existing chimneys meet the
intent of the code, and there was no intention to require the
owners to install the additional stops. She stated that as far as
the persons with the other five units, the interpretation is that
wherever there is a floor or ceiling level there would be a draft
stop.
Mr. Darrel Clark, Chief Building Official, stated that the fire
stops have not been an issue in the past. He stated that he and
Ms. Dacy looked at the site and talked to Mr. Rochelle and Mr.
Spitz.
Mr. Clark stated that Mr. Spitz had indeed inquired as to fire
stops last year. He called City Hall, was referred to someone in
the Fire Department, and that person: told him the interpretation
was that only one fire stop was required. He stated that this is
probably why only one fire stop -was installed.
Mr. Clark stated that his office did!make two inspections and has
records on all fifteen fireplaces. He stated that there are
fifteen permits to fix the chimney chases, and the original reason
for fixing them was due to the appearance. He stated that his
personal discussion with the contractor was that fire stops would
be needed in all the chases and flashing that would prevent
moisture problems.
Mr. Clark stated that on the first framing inspection there were
no stops in the chases at that time.i He stated that he was sure
he mentioned to the contractor that his main purpose to inspect at
this time was to make sure all rotted framing had been replaced and
to tell him he had to put in fire stops. He stated that on the
final inspection you cannot see inside the chimney at all.
Mr. Clark stated that in 1979 he did make the framing, insulation,
and final inspections on Mr. Rochelle's unit. He stated that at
the time of the insulation inspection, he cannot recall if the
fireplaces were in the building. He stated that it is not uncommon
in the metropolitan area that separate chase inspections are not
done. He stated that as far as a fire hazard, the fire hazard is
not necessarily the chase and the 'fire stops, but it is the
fireplace and the chimney. He stated that a lot of insurance
companies will not insure homes with fireplaces especially those
with Class "A" metal chimneys.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 22, 1991 PAGE 17
Mr. Clark stated in conversations he had with Mr. Brooks that the
subject of ordering corrections to be,done did not come up. It was
Mr. Brooks' opinion that each floor/ceiling or ceiling the chase
passed by should have a fire stop. The consensus of the other
inspection contact was the same. Most agree, however, that since
the chimney chase is outside the livable space of the home and has
no floor or ceilings in it someone could argue that no fire stop
is required. Mr. Clark stated he agreed that the most strict and
safest interpretation is that a fire stop should be installed at
each floor/ceiling or ceiling that it passes by.
Councilman Schneider asked when an inspector signs off on the
inspection, does he guarantee that the home is built to every
possible item in the code?
Mr. Clark stated that if this was done, someone would have to be
on site at all times. He stated it is not uncommon that a fire
stop could be missed, just as a missing two by four may go
unnoticed.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she had done some remodeling and
did not proceed until they were sure the inspection could be done.
She stated that she knows contractors do not always stop at a
certain point where the inspector can make their inspection but
takes the work farther. She stated that she does not know if this
was the case in this instance or not. She stated that from her
own experience she has found that Mr. Clark has been very thorough
in his inspections.
Councilman Schneider stated that he suspects there are a lot of
gray areas and asked Mr. Clark if he makes any judgments and
records them.
Mr. Clark stated that he does not try to make judgments on quality
regarding how the construction will look when it is completed. He
stated that he tries to insure the code is met, as best he can, for
the amount of time he has to spend on the job.
Mr. Herrick asked how long it has been known that there was a
problem with rotting, as far as the fireplaces are concerned.
Mr. Spitz stated in July, 1989 when the Association was going to
paint over the holes was the first time he became aware of it. He
stated that in 1988 Dick Larson was called regarding carpenter
ants.
Mr. Herrick stated his concern was that the Townhouse Association
let this happen without making any contact with the builder of this
project. He stated that the person primarily responsible for this
is the builder, and he has not heard where anyone contacted Mr.
Farr.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 22, 1991 PAGE 18
Mr. Rochelle stated that is because the statute of limitations ran
out.
Mr. Herrick stated that is probably because the Townhouse
Association was not doing anything about the problem. He stated
that he would like to do some research as to whether the statute
of limitations has run out because he is not sure that is true.
He stated that it seems if the things were rotting since the day
they were built someone should have done something about it long
before now.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to close discussion on this item in
ten minutes. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
Mayor Nee stated that as he understands it Mr. Rochelle is
proposing that the City accept the responsibility to rebuild the
fireplaces.
Mr. Herrick stated that he felt more facts and written statements
were needed from the State building inspector. He felt that
questions should be put in writing and the answers received in
writing. He stated that this preserves the record and .has the
affect of making certain the question is definite and the. answer
is definite.
Mr. Herrick stated that as far as the legal aspect, the general
rule is the City building inspector and the City are not guarantors
of the building that is being constructed and, with certain
exceptions, the City and building inspector are not liable for
errors that might have been made. He stated that all the facts
are needed and then case laws have to, be reviewed. He stated that
he would prepare a memo on the question of the City's liability.
He stated there is no question in his mind that the primary person
that should have been liable is the builder. He stated that if
there was a separate contractor, that person also should have been
liable. He stated that there is a question of liability on the
part of the architect, and they all have the responsibility to
construct according to code.
Mr. Herrick stated that after he has.had the opportunity to review
this matter further he would submit a report and would advise
Council regarding the legal responsibility. He stated that if the
City has some legal liability than the claim should be turned over
to the City's insurance company.
Mr. Rochelle asked when a City inspector signs off that the work
is completed and has been inspected, does he physically have to see
that the work has been done.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 22, 1991 PAGE 19
Mr. Herrick stated that what the inspector has to do is examine the
structure to the best that he can observe and determine whether it
meets code or not.
Councilman Schneider asked the cost to add two fire stops.
Mr. Rochelle stated the stops cost $150 each.
Mayor Nee stated that a report will be forthcoming from City staff
regarding this issue.
9. APPROVAL OF 1991-1992 CONTRACT WITH THE TWIN CITY AREA URBAN
CORPS:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to approve the 19P,1-1992 contract
with the Twin City Area Urban Corps. Seconodd by Councilman
Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimously.
10.
NO. 212:
Mr. Flora, Public Works Di ector, stated that the original tank was
constructed in 1962. T tank was inspected and an estimate for
the repair and painti of this tank was $160,000 in 1989. He
stated that in prepar' g plans for the 1.5 MG elevated tank, it was
determined to delay construction of the altitude valve pit and
incorporate it in7�'&. e 0.5 MG tank repair and filter plant piping
system. He statethat the estimated cost for the pit and valve
construction wa $80,000.00 and was added to the 0.5 MG tank
project.
Mr. Flora st ed that due to environmental concerns with lead-based
paint, the aint material on the tank was inspected and found to
be lead b ed. He stated that the plans and specifications for
repainti the tank require the paint to be removed completely and
appropr' to precautions taken because of its close proximity to the
school and athletic/recreational facilities. Mr. Flora stated
that ids were opened for this project and four bids were received.
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 22, 1991
PAGE 20
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to receive the following bids for
the 0.5 Water Tank Painting/Altitude Valve and Vaul Installation
Project No. 212:
Contractor Base Bid Waste isposal
Rainbow, Inc. $376,667 $30, 00
Odland Protective
Coatings, Inc. $409,500 /$32,000 ,900
JMG Contracting, Inc. $417,000 ,000
Tenyer Coatings, Inc. $429,904
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson/ Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Flora stated that th/ated
bidder was Rainbow, Inc. at
$376,667.00. He stated thabid included $180,667 for repair
and repainting of the tank00 for shrouding to contain the
sandblasted waste material,123,000 for construction of the
altitude valve and pit. He that the bid is $136,667.00 over
the original estimate.
Mr. Flora stated if t sandblast material is found to be
contaminated, there is n additional $30,000 cost to deal with
disposal.
Mr. Flora stated that new tank of the same capacity is estimated
at $400,000 and felt the repair costs are appropriate based upon
the extended life t at can be expected for the tank.
Councilman Schnei er stated that he has raised this issue before,
and the point is at the City is paying a consultant to estimate
these costs an they are not accurate. He stated that it is
irritating tha they are so much over the estimate.
Mr. Flora st'a ed that the original estimate in 1989 did not include
the lead pat on the environmental issues and it is recommended
that the b4 be awarded to Rainbow, Inc. for $376,667.00 plus the
$30,000 fo the hazardous waste disposal.
Councilor an Jorgenson felt that it was necessary to remove the
lead ba d paint to insure the safety of the school children.
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to award the contract for Project
No. 2 to the low bidder, Rainbow, Inc. for $376,667.00 plus
$30, 00 for hazardous waste disposal or a total of $406,667.00.
Sec nded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote,
Councilwoman Jorgenson, Councilman Fitzpatrick, Councilman Billings
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THE-1 -
THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF
APRIL 22, 1991
The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called order
at 7:58 p.m. by Mayor Nee after the Board of Review me ng.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Nee, Councilwoman Jo genson, Councilman
Billings, Councilman Sch ider, and Councilman
Fitzpatrick.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
MOTION by Councilman Schnei er to approve the minutes as presented.
Seconded by Councilman F' zpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declare the motion carried unanimously.
COUNCIL MEETIBV. APRIL 8 1991:;
MOTION by Coun lman Fitzpatrick to approve the minutes as
presented. Se nded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote,
all voting a , Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
ADOPTION F AGENDA:
MOTIO by Councilman Billings to adopt the agenda as submitted.
Se nded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
e, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
Mr. Frederick Rochelle, 5435 W. Brenner Pass, stated that he is on
the Council's agenda under Item 16 and wanted to let it be known
to all that he requested to be under the Open Forum item. He
stated that he had every television station and both newspapers
coming out here, and he believed a move was made, because the
Council knew that the television people would not stay around, to
put him on the agenda later.
Councilman Billings stated the Council has a policy that no action
can be taken unless an item is an actual agenda item. He stated
that he requested the City Manager to make this an official agenda
item and that this is the first he knew he was doing something to
thwart any publicity stunt. He stated the allegation that this was
done to specifically preclude all the television. stations from
being here is totally unjustified. He stated that this was done
without malice and with the intent of it becoming an agenda item.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 22. 1991 PAGE 2
Mr. Rochelle stated that two weeks ago because of a certain
situation, there was something that precluded him from coming that
evening. He stated that he specifically stated he wanted to be on
the agenda under Open Forum so the newspaper representatives could
be there.
Councilman Schneider asked if Mr. Rochelle was aware there was a
Board of Review Meeting prior to the regular Council meeting and
that there are a lot of people present. He stated that he knew Mr.
Rochelle's item would involve a lengthy discussion, and that it is
not fair to others who have agenda items to sit through this
discussion under the Open Forum portion of the agenda.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: �',
1. PUBLIC HEARING TO AMEND CHAPTER 205 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE,
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REGULATIONS"•
MOTION by Councilman Billings to waive the re ing of the public
hearing notice and open the public hearing. S conded by Councilman
Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting e, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimously and the lic hearing opened at
8:06 p.m.
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Dir ctor, stated that this public
hearing is the culmination of se v ral months of research on this
topic. She stated that theint t of the ordinance is to provide
a set of standards and a proc s to permit an accessory apartment
to be created within a sin a family home so that it would not
adversely affect the chara er of the single family district.
Ms. Dacy stated that t e existing ordinance does permit, as an
accessory use, the re tal of guest rooms, but there cannot be a
separate kitchen. S stated that the ordinance also restricts the
occupancy to no mo than two people per unit.
Ms. Dacy stated hat the definition of family, as provided in the
ordinance, are hose individuals related by blood or marriage. She
stated that 'f they are unrelated, the occupancy must be below
five. She ated that a license is required to rent out a single
family ho .
Ms. Da stated that there was concern regarding a number of
viola ons occurring in the single family district where homes were
bein converted into illegal duplexes. She stated that the intent
of he amendment is to prevent this type of rental unit which may
1 ad to the creation of nuisances from multiple families on one
lot.
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FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE. N.E. FRIDLEY, MN 55432 • (612) 571-3450 • FAX (612) 571-1287
April 25, 1991
Mr. Elroy Berdahl
Code Consulting Supr.
Building Code & Standards Div.
408 Metro Square Bldg
Seventh & Robert St
St. Paul, MN 55101
Re: Interpretation of Uniform Building Code Section 2516.2,
Firestop, Where Required
Dear Mr. Berdahl:
We need your assistance regarding the number of firestops required
in an exterior wood chase built around a Class "A" factory built
chimney.
Assume the building has more than one story, and that the "zero"
clearance fireplace is located in the lowest level of the dwelling.
The chase is separated from the dwelling by the exterior wall of
the dwelling and the chase is open from bottom to top without any
floor/ceiling interruptions. We feel that the most restrictive
(safest) interpretation would be to install a firestop at each
floor/ceiling or ceiling that the chase passes by, or line the
inside of the chase with gypsum board.
The problem we have is that a year ago, one of our personnel told
one of our contractors that only one firestop was required at the
first floor/ceiling of the adjacent house. There are 15 of these
units that were constructed about 10 years ago and because there
was a siding failure on the chases, the owners are replacing the
siding. Our problem is that in the first 14 repaired chases, only
one firestop was installed on which final approval was made.
Would you please render us a written opinion on your interpretation
for the number and location of firestops required for the above
noted example. In addition, would you please comment on whether
or not other interpretations of the Code might be considered or
argued.
Mr. Elroy Berdahl
April 25, 1991
Re: UBC 2516.2 Firestops
Page 2
We would appreciate your prompt response to this request and if you
have any questions on this matter, please contact me at 571-3450.
Sincerely,
DARREL G. CLARK
Chief Building Official
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C! l I OF
FRIDLEY
FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE. N.E. FRIDLEY. MN 55432 • (612) 571-3450 • FAX (612) 571-1287
April 26, 1991
Mr. Kevin Morin
Morin Construction Inc.
12104 Jefferson St
Blaine, MN 55432
Re: Chimney Chase Fire Stops in Innsbruck Townhouses
Dear Mr. Morin:
Would you please submit to me a bid for the following;
1. Going back on the chimney chases repaired last year and
installing two more Code complying fire stops (these would be
the longer ones located on the back units only. Repairs, if
done, to be completed on multiple units at one time.
2. The additional charge, on chases not yet repaired, for just
the installation of fire stops while the siding and other
repairs are being made to the chases (price per stop).
If you have any questions on this matter, please feel free to
contact me at 571-3450.
Sincerely,
DARREL G. CLARK
Chief Building Official
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MORIN CONSTRUCTION, INC.
12104 JEFFERSON ST. N.E.
BLAINE, MN. 55434
(612) 755-6517
PROPOSAL SUBMITTED TO:
C't of Fridle
PHONE
571-3450
DATE
1 5/10/91
STREET
JOB NAME
CITY. STATE AND ZIP CODE
JOB LOCATION
We hereby submit specifications and estimates for:
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-remove two pieces of siding on face of fireplace
add one additional firestop to code
sheathing an sidina
®paing white two coats
Dr FrOPLISt hereby to furnish material and labor — complete in accordance with the above specifications, for the sum of:
and perm. Four hundred and thirty five 435.00
Payment Yo be made as follows: ' dollars (s ).
per fireplace.
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All material is guaranteed to be as specified. All work to be completed in a j
workmanlike manner according to standard practices. Any alterations or deviations Authorized
from the above specifications involving extra costs will be executed only upon written Signature
orders, and will become an extra charge over and above the estimate. All agreements
contingent upon strikes, accidents or delays beyond our control. Owner to carry fire. Note: This proposal may be
wind damage and other necessary insurance. withdrawn by us if not accepted within days.
1urtcrP ofrnpn8a1 -The above prices,
spelcihcations and conditions are satisfactory and arq hereby accepted. You are Signature
authorized to do the work as specified. Payment will be made as outlined above.
Date of Acceptance: Signature
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize up to 2,500 for the
purchase locally of a personal computer and appr riate printer.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voic vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried una mously.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 42-1991 AUTHORIZING THE P TING OF "NO PARKING"
SIGNS ON 73RD AVENUE M.S.A.S. 307 BE EN UNIVERSITY AVENUE
AND ABLE STREET:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to ad/ried
esolution No. 42-1991.
Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upvoice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion caunanimously.
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MOTION by Councilman Schnei
Seconded by Councilman Bill
aye, Mayor Nee declared the
10.
Mr. Kirk, Director of
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Oto adopt Resolution No. 43-1991.
;. Upon a voice vote, all voting
ion carried unanimously.
R reation and Natural Resources, stated that
En lot improvements were completed at
.enter as part of the five year capital
He stated it is proposed that the landscaping
He stated that a landscaping and planting
:ed which incorporates funding from several
Mr. Kirk stat that funding is from the remaining tornado
restoration fu ds in the amount of $25,283; $7,000 in the 1991
capital impro ements program; $4,824 which is an encumbrance from
the 1988 Na ralist Division budget; and $2,353 raised by the
Springbrook ature Center Foundation. He stated that he felt the
landscaping would put the finishing touches on the entrance into
the natur center and recommended that Council adopt this
resolutio authorizing advertisement for bids.
MOTION y Councilman Fitzpatrick to adopt Resolution No. 44-1991.
Secon�ayor
d by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
11. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS:
LOCKE LAKE UPDATE:
Mr. Flora, Public Works rector, stated that the City is waiting
for a meeting with t Rice Creek Watershed District's Engineers,
JMM, to review ns for the Locke Lake improvement. He stated
that a date r this meeting has not been scheduled and the
original sc dule was to be submitted to all parties in April. He
stated t t City staff has been checking with the Watershed
Distr' 's engineers, and they stated a meeting would be scheduled
TOWNHOUSE FIREPLACES - WEST BRENNER PASS:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that at the last Council meeting
there was a concern raised by a Fridley resident regarding the
fireplaces at the townhouses on West Brenner Pass. He stated that
the City Attorney has written to the State for clarification on a
number of items. He stated it is expected that additional
information will be submitted to the Council at the May 20 meeting.
12. CLAIMS•
MOTION by Councilman Billings to authorize payment of Claims N
37330 through 37507. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. UpoK a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion arried
unanimously.
13. LICENSES•
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to appro the licenses as
submitted and as on file in the License Cl 's Office. Seconded
by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vo e, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unani usly.
14. ESTIMATES•
MOTION by Councilman Fitz
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Herrick & Newman
205 Fridley Plaza fice Building
6401 University venue N.E.
Fridley, MN 5 32
to approve the estimates as
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Department of
Administration
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408 Metro Square
7th and Robert Sts.
Saint Paul. Minnesota 55101
Phone: (612) 296-4639
FAX: (612) 297-1973
BUILDING CODES AND STANDARDS
May 9, 1991
Darrel G. Clark
Chief Building Official
Fridley Municipal Center
6431 University Avenue North East
Fridley, Minnesota 55432
Subject: Interpretation of Uniform Building Code Section 2516(f) 2. Fire
stops, where required
Dear Mr. Clark:
The following is in response to your letter of inquiry regarding the above
referenced subject.
The 1990 Minnesota State Building Code, Administrative Rule Chapter 1305
adopts by reference the 1988 Uniform Building Code (UBC). We concur with
your (safest) interpretation of current code..." to install a fire stop at each
floor/ceiling or ceiling that the chase passes by or line the inside of the chase
with gypsum board." Other fire stop materials per UBC Section 2516(f) 3 may
also be utilized to line the chase under current code.
Standard practice of 10 years ago (approximate date of construction) for
chases for factory built chimneys located on the exterior of Type V buildings
was to rely upon the structural wall sheathing and a single non-combustible
(metal) fire stop within the chase.
1988 UBC Section 104, application to existing buildings, is applicable to these
buildings. The alterations being performed affect only the replacement siding
on the chases. The alterations being performed do not include replacement of
chimneys or chase framing. The chase is an existing building element per
UBC Section 104(c). This section states that the "existing" can remain unless
the continued use can be determined to be dangerous to life.
Darrel G. Clark
Page 2
May 9, 1991
In order to enforce the current provisions of UBC Section 2516(f) 2, the administrative
authority must prove that the existing situation constitutes a demonstrable danger to life.
If a "danger to life" cannot be proven the building owner or contractor(s) should be
encouraged to voluntarily comply with current code provisions when the chases are open
and the work can be easily accomplished.
Sincerely,
Building Codes and Standards
EbroY Berdahl
Building Code Representative Supervisor
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104
which will cause the existing building or structure to be in violation of any of the
of this code nor shall such additions or alterations cause the existing
be deemed to
provisions
to become unsafe. An unsafe condition shall
building or structure
have been created if an addition or alteration will cause the existing building or
will not provide adequate
structure to become structurally unsafe or overloaded;
with the provisions of this code or will obstruct existing
_
egress in compliance
exits; will create a fire hazard; will educe required fire resistance or will other -
life. Any building so altered, which
wise create conditions dangerous to human
in or occupancy, shall not exceed the height, number of
involves a change use
stories and area permitted for new buildings. Any building plus new additions
area specified for new build-
shall not exceed the height, number of stories and
shall not be made to an existing building or structure
ings. Additions or alterations
when such existing building or structure is not in full compliance with the
alteration will result in the
provisions of this code except when such addition or
being no more hazardous based on life safety, fire
existing building or structure
safety and sanitation, than before such additions or alterations are undertaken.
H, Division 6 Occupancies.]
[See also Section 911 (c) for Group
to an existing building or structure whit are nonstruc-
Alterations or repairs art he building
tural and do not adversely affect any structural member or any p
with the same materials
or structure having required fire resistance may be made
of which the building or structure is constructed. The installation or replacement
of glass shall be as required for new installations.
(c) Existing Installations. Buildings in existence at the time of the adoption of
use or occupancy continued, if such use or
this code may have their existing
was legal at the time of the adoption of this code, provided such
occupancy
continued use is not dangerous to life.
building or structure shall
Any change in the use or occupancy of any existing
the of Sections 307 and 502 of this code.
comply with provisions
For existing buildings, see Appendix Chapter 1.
(d) Maintenance. All buildings and structures, both existing and new, and all
be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. All devices or
parts thereof, shall
safeguards which are required by this code shall be maintained in conformance
The owner or his designated agent
with the code edition under which installed.
for the maintenance of buildings and structures. To determine
shall be responsible
compliance with this subsection, the building official may cause any structure to
be reinspected.
(e) Moved Buildings and Temporary Buildings. Buildings or structures
shall comply with the provisions of this code
moved into or within the jurisdiction
for new buildings or structures.
such as reviewing stands and other miscellaneous struc-
Temporary structures
tures, sheds, canopies or fences used for the protection of the public around and in
be by special permit from the
conjunction with construction work may erected
period d
building limitedof time. Suchive required by this
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1988 EDITION 101.104
Part I
ADMINISTRATIVE
Chapter 1
TITLE, SCOPE AND GENERAL
Title
Sec. 101. These regulations shall be known as the "Uniform Building Code,"
may be cited as such and will be referred to herein as "this code."
Purpose
Sec. 102. The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to
safeguard life or limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and
controlling the design, construction, quality of materials, use and occupancy,
location and maintenance of all buildings and structures within this jurisdiction
and certain equipment specifically regulated herein.
The purpose of this code is not to create or otherwise establish or designate any
particular class or group of persons who will or should be especially protected or
benefited by the terms of this code.
Scope
Sec. 103. The provisions of this code shall apply to the construction, alteration,
moving, demolition, repair and use of any building or structure within this
jurisdiction, except work located primarily in a public way, public utility towers
and poles, mechanical equipment not specifically regulated in this code, and
hydraulic flood control structures.
Where, in any specific case, different sections of this code specify different
materials, methods of construction or other requirements, the most restrictive
shall govern. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a
specific requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable.
Wherever in this code reference is made to the appendix, the provisions in the
appendix shall not apply unless specifically adopted.
Application to Existing Buildings and Structures
Sec. 104. (a) General. Buildings and structures to which additions, alterations
or repairs are made shall comply with all the requirements of this code for new
facilities except as spedifically provided in this section. See Section 1210 for
provisions requiring installation of smoke detectors in existing Group R, Division
3 Occupancies.
(b) Additions, Alterations or Repairs. Additions, alterations or repairs may
be made to any building or structure without requiring the existing building or
structure to comply with all the requirements of this code, provided the addition,
alteration or repair conforms to that required for a new building or structure.'
Additions or alterations shall not be made to an existing building or structure
304-305 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE
investigation fee shall be the same as the minimum fee set forth in Table No. 3-A.
The payment of such investigation fee shall not exempt any person from compli-
ance with all other provisions of this code nor from any penalty prescribed by law.
(f) Fee Refunds. 1. The building official may authorize the refunding of any
fee paid hereunder which was erroneously paid or collected.
2. The building official may authorize the refunding of not more than 80
percent of the permit fee paid when no work has been done under a permit issued
in accordance with this code.
3. The building official may authorize the refunding of not more than 80
percent of the plan review fee paid when an application for a permit for which a
plan review fee has been paid is withdrawn or canceled before any plan reviewing
is done.
The building official shall not authorize the refunding of any fee paid except
upon written application filed by the original permittee not later than 180 days
after the date of fee payment.
InspMlons
Afthk
Sec. 305. (a) General. All construction or work for which a permit is required
shall be subject to inspection by the building official and all such construction or
work shall remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes until approved
by the building official. In addition, certain types of construction shall have
continuous inspection as specked in Section 306.
Approval as a result of an inspection shall not be construed to be an approval of
a violation of the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction.
Inspections presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this
code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid.
It shall be the duty of the permit applicant to cause the work to remain
accessible and exposed for inspection purposes. Neither the building official nor
the jurisdiction shall be liable for expense entailed in the removal or replacement
of any material required to allow inspection.
A survey of the lot may be required by the building official to verify that the
structure is located in accordance with the approved plans.
(b) Inspection Record Card. Work requiring a permit shall not be commenced
until the permit holder or his agent shall have posted or otherwise made available
an inspection record card such as to allow the building official conveniently to
make the required entries thereon regarding inspection of the work. This card
shall be maintained available by the permit holder until final approval has been
granted by the building official.
(c) Inspection Requests. It shall be the duty of the person doing the work
authorized by a permit to notify the building official that such work is ready for
inspection. The building official may require that every request for inspection be
filed at least one working day before such inspection is desired. Such request may
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be in writing or by telephone at the option of the building official.
It shall be the duty of the person requesting any inspections required by this
code to provide access to and means for inspection of such work.
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407-409 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE
FLAMMABLE LIQUID. See Fire Code.
FLOOR AREA is the area included within the surrounding exterior walls of a
building or portion thereof, exclusive of vent shafts and courts. The floor area of a
building, or portion thereof, not provided with surrounding ext rior walls shall be
the usable area under the horizontal projection of the roof or floor above.
FOAM PLASTIC INSULATION is a plastic which is intentionally expanded
by the use of a foaming agent to produce a reduced density plastic containing
voids consisting of hollow spheres or interconnected cells distributed throughout
the plastic for thermal insulating purposes and which has a density less than 20
pounds per cubic foot.
FOOTING is that portion of the foundation of a structure which spreads and
transmits loads directly to the soil or the piles.
FRONT OF LOT is the front boundary line of a lot bordering on the street and,
in the case of a comer lot, may be either frontage.
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Sec. 408. GARAGE is a building or portion thereof in which a motor vehicle
containing flammable or combustible liquids or gas in its tank is stored, repaired
or kept.
GARAGE, PRIVATE, is a building or a portion of a building, not more than
1000 square feet in area, in which only motor vehicles used by the tenants of the
building or buildings on the premises are stored or kept. (See Section 1101.)
GARAGE, PUBLIC, is any garage other than a private garage.
GRADE (Adjacent Ground Elevation) is the lowest point of elevation of the
finished surface of the ground, paving or sidewalk within the area between the
building and the property line or, when the property line is more than 5 feet from
the building, between the building and a line 5 feet from the building.
GRADE (Lumber) is the classification of lumber in regard to strength and
utility.
GUARDRAIL is a system of building components located near the open sides
of elevated walking surfaces for the purpose of minimizing the possibility of an
accidental fall from the walking surface to the lower level.
GUEST is any person hiring or occupying a room for living or sleeping
purposes.
GUEST ROOM is aay room or rooms used or intended to be used by a guest for
sleeping purposes. Every 100 square feet of superficial floor area in a dormitory
shall be considered to be a guest room.
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Sec. 409. HABITABLE SPACE (ROOM) is space in a structure for living,
sleeping, eating or cooking. Bathrooms, toilet compartments, closets, halls,
storage or utility space, and similar areas, are not considered habitable space,
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1888 EDITION
HANDLING is the deliberate transport of mates
A116 . storage or use.
HAZARDOUS PRODUCTION MATERIAL
that has a degree of hazard rating in health, Hamm
ranked by U.F.C. Standard No. 79-3 and whict
laboratory or production processes which have.
which are not hazardous.
HEALTH HAZARD is a classification of a
statistically significant evidence based on at least (
ance with established scientific principles that acus
occur in exposed persons. The term "health haza
are carcinogens, toxic or highly toxic agents,
corrosives, sensitizers, hepatotoxins, nephrotoxi
act on the hematopoietic system, and agents whic
or mucous membranes.
HEIGHT OF BUILDING is the vertical disc
measured to the highest point of the coping of a f
mansard roof or to the average height of the high(
roof. The reference datum shall be selected by eid
yields a greater height of building:
1. The elevation of the highest adjoining sidev
5 -foot horizontal distance of the exterior v
sidewalk or ground surface is not more than
2. An elevation 10 feet higher than the lowe
ground surface described in Item 1 above is
grade.
The height of a stepped or terraced building
segment of the building.
HELIPORT is an area of land or water or a stru
intended for use, for the landing and takeoff of he
areas which are used, or intended for use, for helip
facilities.
HELISTOP is the same as a heliport, except f
repairs or storage of helicopters is permitted.
HIGHLY TOXIC MATERIAL is a material w
lethal concentration falls within any of the follow
1. A chemical that has a median lethal dose (LI
kilogram of body weight when administered ora
tween 200 and 300 grams each.
2. A chemical that has a median lethal dose (I
per kilogram of body weight when administerec
hours (or less if death occurs within 24 hours) wit!
weighing between 2 and 3 kilograms each.
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422-424 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE '
promulgated by the International Conference of Building Officials, as adopted by y
this jurisdiction. (See Chapter 60.)
USE with reference to flammable or combustible liquids is the placing in a
action or service flammable or combustible liquids whereby flammable vapors
may be liberated to the atmosphere.
USE with reference to hazardous materials other than flammable or
combustible liquids is the placing in action or making available for service by
opening or connecting any container utilized for confinement of material whether
a solid, liquid or gas.
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Sec. 423. VALUE or VALUATION of a building shall be the estimated cost to
replace the building and structure in kind, based on current replacement costs, as
determined in Section 304 (a).
VENEER. See Section 3002.
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Sec. 424. WALLS shall be defined as follows:
Bearing Wall is any wall meeting either of the following classifications:
1. Any metal or wood stud wall which supports more than 100 pounds per
lineal foot of superimposed load.
2. Any masonry or concrete wall which supports more than 200 pounds per
lineal foot superimposed load, or any such wall supporting its own weight
for more than one story.
Exterior Wall is any wall or element of a wall, or any member or group of
members, which defines the exterior boundaries or courts of a building and which
has a slope of 60 degrees or greater with the horizontal plane.
Faced Wall is a wall in which the masonry facing and backing are so bonded as
to exert a common action under load.
Nonbearing Wall is any wall that is not a bearing wall.
Parapet Wall is that part of any wall entirely above the roof line.
Retaining Wall is a wall designed to resist the lateral displacement of soil or
other materials.
WATER HEATER is-aii appliance designed primarily to supply hot water and
is equipped with automatic controls limiting water temperature to a maximum of
210°F.
WEATHER -EXPOSED SURFACES are all surfaces of walls, ceilings,
floors, roofs, soffits and similar surfaces exposed to the weather, excepting the
following:
1. Ceilings and roof soffits enclosed by walls or by beams which extend a
minimum of 12 inches below such ceiling or roof soffits.
2. Walls or portions of walls within an unenclosed roof area, when located a
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horizontal distance from an exterior openir
opening.
3. Ceiling and roof soffits beyond a horizon
outer edge of the ceiling or roof soffits.
X
Sec. 425. No definitions.
Y
Sec. 426. YARD is an open, unoccupied sl
structed from the ground to the sky, except whs
code, on the lot on which a building is situated.
Z
Sec. 427. No definitions.
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investigation fee shall be the same as the minimum fee set forth in Table No. 3-A.
The payment of such investigation fee shall not exempt any person from compli-
ance with all other provisions of this code nor from any penalty prescribed by law.
(f) Fee Refunds. 1. The building official may authorize the refunding of any
fee paid hereunder which was erroneously paid or collected.
2. The building official may authorize the refunding of not more than 80
percent of the permit fee paid when no work has been done under a permit issued
in accordance with this code.
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3. The building official may authorize the refunding of not more than 80
percent of the plan review fee paid when an application for a permit for which a
plan review fee has been paid is withdrawn or canceled before any plan reviewing'
is done.
The building official shall not authorize the refunding of any fee paid except
upon written application filed by the original permittee not later than 180 days
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after the date of fee payment.
Inspections
Sec. 305. (a) General. All construction or work for which a permit is required
shall be subject to inspection by the building official and all such construction or
shall remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes until approved
work
by the building official. In addition, certain types of construction shall have
continuous inspection as specified in Section 306.
be to be an approval of
Approval as a result of an inspection shall not construed
a violation of the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction.
Inspections presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this
code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid.
It shall be the duty of the permit applicant to cause the work to remain
accessible and exposed for inspection purposes. Neither the building official nor
the jurisdiction shall be liable for expense entailed in the removal or replacement
of any material required to allow inspection.
A survey of the lot may be required by the building official to verify that the
structure is located in accordance with the approved plans.
(b) Inspection Record Card. Work requiring a permit shall not be commenced
until the permit holder or his agent shall have posted or otherwise made available
an inspection record card such as to allow the building official conveniently to
make the required entries thereon regarding inspection of the work. This card
shall be maintained available by the permit holder until final approval has been
granted by the building official.
(c) Inspection Requests It shall be the duty of the person doing the work
authorized by a permit t6 notify the building official that such work is ready for
inspection. The building official may require that every request for inspection be
filed at least one working day before such inspection is desired. Such request may
be in writing or by telephone at the option of the building official.
It shall be the duty of the person requesting any inspections required by this
code to provide access to and means for inspection of such work.
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Community Development Department
PLANNING DIVISION
DATE: May 16, 1991
City of Fridley
TO: William Burns, City Manager
FROM: VBarbara Dacy, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Inquiries by Mr. Frederick Rochelle
Background
At the April 22, 1991 meeting, the City Council directed staff to
research several issues raised by Mr. Rochelle regarding the
fire/draft stops within his chimney chase in his townhouse at 5435
West Brenner Pass N.E. Further, the City Attorney indicated that
he wanted to receive more definitive information about the
interpretation of the need for fire stops from the State Building
Inspector. Finally, the City Council indicated that they wanted
a description of what was involved in adding a missing fire stop
or replacing a fire stop and approximately what each would cost.
Letter from State Building Inspector
We have received a letter from Elroy Berdahl, Building Code
Representative Supervisor, from the Department of Administration
of the State of Minnesota. Mr. Berdahl notes that if alterations
are being performed on a chimney chase which only affect the
replacement siding, the existing chase is an "existing building
element per UBC Section 104.(C)". This particular section states
that the existing "...can remain unless continued use can be
determined to be dangerous to life." If a "danger to life" cannot
be found, and as long as the chase is open, Berdahl recommends that
the City encourage the owner to install a fire stop for every
floor/ceiling level.
As you recall, permits to repair the faulty siding triggered the
issue regarding the number of draft stops. The lack of a
fire/draft stop will not prevent a fire from occurring; nor can it
be considered a "danger to life". The fire hazard is the
fireplace. The purpose of the fire/draft stop is to slow the
progress of the fire up the chimney chase.
Inquiries by Frederick Rochelle
May 16, 1991
Page 2
Existing Chimneys
Virgil Herrick, Darrel Clark, and I met on Monday, May 13, 1991.
Mr. Herrick will be forwarding an opinion to the City Council under
a separate memo.
We estimate that there are 15 chimneys which have already installed
one fire stop above the fireplace. According to Berdahl's letter,
all of these are in compliance with the Uniform Building Code. In
fact, Jean Lager at the April 22, 1991 meeting requested a letter
verifying whether her chimney is in compliance. We can write such
a letter given Berdahl's interpretation.
We also know that there are five townhouse owners that may have one
or no fire stops within the chimney chase. It is our opinion that
the City should write a letter to these five homeowners informing
them that if and when they do maintenance work on their chimney
chases, we will encourage them to install the recommended number
of fire stops, one for each floor/ceiling it passes. We do not
have to require them to install the stops given Berdahl's letter.
The fire/draft stop issue may be applicable not only to other
chimneys chases within the Innsbruck subdivision but may pertain
to single family home chimney chases. Industry practice has
changed such that the fire/draft stop issue has only been actively
addressed within the last five to six years. We believe the most
cost-efficient means of advising homeowners of this issue is to
write an article in the City Newsletter regarding what a fire/draft
stop is and its purpose. Rochelle had suggested an inspection
process in other townhomes; however, this would be costly since
siding would have to be repaired or replaced, or our inspectors
would have to climb down the interior of the chimney chase.
Cost of Installation
There are two ways to install draft stops:
1. To physically travel down the inside of the chimney chase and
install the stop at each level. Typically, the chimney will
be 2 1/2' x 4 ' wide and contain a one foot diameter tube.
The contractor would travel down the chase outside of the
tube. Darrel Clark received quotes from contractors that this
option is the cheapest and would cost about $300.00.
2. To remove the exterior siding of the chimney and replace/add
stops from the outside. Just replacing the existing materials
(siding, etc.) would cost about $435.00. If draft stops are
installed during the siding/chase repair, the draft stop would
cost about $50.00 per stop.
Inquiries by Frederick Rochelle
May 16, 1991
Page 3
What costs the most money is replacing/ installing new siding,
flashing, caulking, and painting. This can triple the cost
anywhere between $1,200 - $1,500 depending on the amount of work
to be done.
A fire/draft stop can consist of a certain size particle board,
plywood, or gypsum, with a metal collar around the chimney itself.
New Construction
If a building permit is received to construct a new living unit
with a fireplace, it will be a requirement to have a fire/draft
stop for every floor/ceiling level it passes. This is not to be
confused with the repair or replacement of existing buildings.
Mr. Rochelle's Unit
Mr. Rochelle's contractor contacted Darrel Clark on the morning of
April 8, 1991 and stated that in order to be absolutely sure, he
would prefer to install the three draft stops. Clark had already
contacted the State at that point and determined that three stops
would be the safest interpretation.
Summary and Recommendation
To summarize, we believe that the City does not have any financial
obligation to pay for the installation of fire/draft stops in the
15 townhouses that already have one, nor does the City have an
obligation to pay for the five remaining homeowners which may not
have any draft/fire stops.
Further, the City does not carry any legal liability regarding the
lack of draft stops in the existing chimneys (see Herrick's memo).
However, we believe the City should notify the five remaining
owners encouraging them to install the appropriate number of draft
stops when they do their siding repair work. Finally, if agreed
to by the City Council, staff will prepare the appropriate articles
for the City Newsletter regarding this issue.
BD/dn
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 3, 1991 PAGE 10
Department nor the City's Inspection Department has indicated that
this is a life threatening situation.
Mr. Herrick stated that rather than demanding they correct a non-
conforming use, the City is suggesting that they make this change
when and if they undertake any improvements to the chimney. He
stated that the letter advises them the condition exists and they
may choose to correct it. He felt that it was advisable to have
a signed document in the City's files that this letter was
received. He stated that someone from the City's Inspection
Department could deliver this letter and sign a certificate that
they delivered the letter on a particular date.
Councilman Billings stated that if the choice is to send a
certified letter or hand deliver them, he would accept the
responsibility to hand deliver them.
Ms. Dacy stated that Darrel Clark or she could deliver these
letters to the affected townhome owners.
COUNCILMAN SCHNEIDER WITHDREW HIS MOTION, WITH THE PERMISSION OF
HIS SECONDER, COUNCILWOMAN JORGENSON.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize notification of the
five townhome residents of the number of fire/draft stops within
their chimney chases, in a form similar to the draft letter
submitted in the agenda, and allow staff to choose the method of
notification providing a signed receipt is obtained for the City's
files. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
11. RESCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING FOR JULY 22. 1991. FOR AN_,0fZnTNANCE
MOTION _by Councilman Schneider to reschedule th public hearing on
this Charter amendment for July 22, 1991. Se nded by Councilwoman
Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting ye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimously.
12. ESTABLISH A PUBLIC HEARING FOR LY 22 1991 FOR AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING SECTION 2.03.07 OF E FRIDLEY CITY CHARTER:
MOTION by Councilman Schneid to set the public hearing on this
Charter amendment for Jul 22, 1991. Seconded by Councilwoman
Jorgenson. Upon a voice ote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unan' ouslv.
Councilman Billings uggested that a mailing be done to the League
of Women Voters r garding these two proposed Charter amendments.
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 3, 1991 PAGE 9
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to reissue Special
SP #89-08, with the following stipulations: (1) the
permit shall be limited to Samir Awaijane, and is not
to another tenant without City Council approval; )
use permit shall be reviewed on an annual basi y
report to the City Council. Should a hearing y the
be necessary due to lack of compliance by th petitior
shall be scheduled for City Council co ideration
possible; (3) the building code improv ents outline
Clark's letter of August 30, 1989 all be comple
building at the rear of the propert y July 15, 1991
remaining building by September 1 1991; (4) the stox
the auto body outdoor storage st be screened in corm
the petitioner's submitted s e plan which includes a
wood fence enclosing the st age area. The surface of
area for the wrecked vehi es shall be constructed, aE
by staff, with either b' uminous surface or gravel suz
without impervious 1 her. The storage area screen]
completed by Augus 1, 1991; (5) the parking lot s]
surfaced, strip , lined with concrete curb, and
installed as the staff recommended plan by Septen
unless the ity Council, via a variance request,
alternate an; and (6) the staff's review and report
Council hall be scheduled on the first regularly schec
meet' q of October. 1991 for compliance with
Use Permit,
sial use
lfinsferrable
the special
taff with a
•.ity Council
Br, the item
as soon as
d in Darrel
:ed for the
and for the
tge area for
)liance with
i eight foot
the storage
recommended
Eace with or
ng shall be
all be hard
landscaping
)er 1, 1991,
approves an
to the City
sled Council
the above
s uiarions. beconaea Ay councilwoman uorgenson. upon a voice
ote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
10. APPROVE LETTER TO INNSBRUCK TOWNHOME OWNERS REGARDING
FIRE/DRAFT STOPS:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize this letter to be sent
to the five remaining Innsbruck townhome owners regarding the
number of fire/draft stops within their chimney chases. Seconded
by Councilwoman Jorgenson.
Councilwoman Jorgenson felt that the letter should probably be sent
by certified mail so the City will know that it has been received.
Councilman Billings stated that this may necessitate the owners
going to the post office for the letter if they are not at home
when it is delivered.
Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, stated that the reason he would like
the letter sent is to advise the homeowners that the condition
exists and to recommend that they correct it. He stated that in
reviewing material from the State and in talking with Darrel Clark,
it appears that the City does not have the authority to demand the
homeowners to install these draft stops unless it can be found it
is life threatening. He stated that neither the State Inspection
June 4, 1991 D R A F T L E T T E R
According to our records and after a f ield verif ication, it has
been determined that your townhome has an exterior chimney chase.
As you probably know by now, there has been a lot of discussion and
code research on how many fire stops are required in exterior
chimney chases.
In your townhome development there are five, six unit townhouses
for a total of 30 units. Each of the five structures have four
units with exterior chimney chases for a total of 20 units in all.
Our records indicate that 15 of the 20 units have had siding
replacement work done on them. During the repair it was determined
that most had no fire stops and some had only one. During the
repair of 14 of the 15 units, one fire stop was installed at the
first floor that the chase passed by.
The current interpretation for the number of fire stops for an
exterior chase is that one stop must be installed for each
floor/ceiling or ceiling that it passes by (this is for a new chase
only). We have now adopted a policy that if and when exterior
chimney chases are being repaired (opened up and restored) we will
strongly recommend that a code complying fire stop be installed for
each floor/ceiling that it passes by at the time your chimney is
being worked on. These fire stops do not prevent fires, they will
however slow the spread of a fire up the chimney chase if one
occurs.
Building permits are required for work done on chimney chases and
your cooperation in this matter will be appreciated.
If you or your contractor have any questions with reference to this
matter, please feel free to call me at 571-3450.
sincerely,
DARREL G. CLARK
Chief Building Official
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Administration
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SAW P"J, kin l., UIF 3310'
Shona• (612) 296-631,
FAX; (612) 2!#7.19?
June 6, 1991
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BUILDING CODES AND STANDARDS
Post-li'"I brand fax transmittal memo 710 1#of pow r
Frederick Rochelle
5435 West Brenner Pass N.E.
Fridley, Minnesota 55432
Fie: Townhouse External Glass "A" Chimney Enclosures, Draft Stops/Firestop
Dear Mr. Rochelle.
Your request of me to respond va your question; "Are these townhouses
withc-ut draft and/or firestops in the chimney chases unsafe?"
is answered as follows:
After our telephone conversation I reviewed UBC section 203 "Unsafe
b+Jildings or Structures". The term "unsafe" is a condition of
othpF, occurances. To declare a building without a draft and/or
fl�'estop as "unsafe" under UBC 209 is a broad leap. I will answer
4n reverse, a building in which a fire or other occurance takes
place and draft and/or firestops are not in place is less safe
than ,a building having the stops in place. The purpose of draft
ai;d/or firestop is to stop or slow fire and smoke spread within
the structure once it occurs.
The second issue is "Can it be assumed the chases not involving
remodeling do noir 'have draft and/car firestops the same as the
ones opened up for view." The answer is "yes". The city cannot
issue corrections on assarned noncompliance. If and when t -e
remaining chases are remodeled and opened up and Noncompliance
is observable then the city must see that the observable deficiencies*
1f any, are corrected°
I trust this final piece will put this controversy to rest.
A course of action and corrections by the city is occuring in
a proper sequence using due process.
s r 1y,
U DI Gl7 ES A ARDS
is aMrd A. Brooks
.Director
Rq6,')C)3 f7
RAB:pw
June 24, 1991
Attn: Darrel G. Clark,
City of Fridley
6431 University Avenue
Fridley, MN 55432
GAB Business Services Inc
9531 West 78th Street Suite 320
Eden Prairie Minnesota 55344
Telephone 612-942-9818
FAX 612-943-2383
Claims Control Branch
Chief Bldg Official
NE
CMGAB FILE NO: 56509-01263
INSURED: City of Fridley
CLAIMANT: Larry Spitz
D/L: 04-22-91
Dear Mr. Clark:
This will confirm our conversation of 06-24-91, during
which we discussed Mr. SpitzIsclaim against the City of
Fridley.
Will you please arrange for us to be sent a complete copy
of all records the city and/or building department may
have with respect to its involvement in Brenner Pass
Development. In addition, is there any type of
subdivision agreement for this development? If so, please
forward this information.
If there is any other information that you deem would be
appropriate for our investigation, please send that along
as well. If you have any questions, please feel free to
contact me at anytime. Upon review of this information, I
will be in contact with you again to discuss any quer i-Lons
or concerns I may have.
Again, thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Daniel J. McRaith
Adjuster
DM/maz
GAB Business Services Inc
9531 West 78th Street Suite 320
Eden Prairie Minnesota 55344
Telephone 612-942-9818
FAX 612-943-2383
Claims Control Branch
July 1, 1991
Larry H. Spitz
5423 west Brenner Pass
Minneapolis, Mn 55432
GAB FILE NO: 56509-01263
INSURED: City of Fridley
CLAIMANT: Larry Spitz
D/L: 4/22/91
Dear Mr. Spitz:
As you know, GAB handles claims for the League of
Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust, and Trus- Mcmbar, the
City of Fridley. Recently, we received your claim against
the City of Fridley, alleging negligence of the City's
building inspector(s).
We have completed our investigation, and have concluded
that the City is not legally responsible for your damages.
Therefore, we must respectfully deny your claim against
the City of Fridley.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me
at any time.
Sincerely,
Daniel J. McRaith
Adjuster
cc: City of Fridley
6431 University Ave. NE
Fridely, Mn 55432
cc: TC Field
Box 64016
St. Paul, Mn 55164
W-,L/V— LLGAL r?_ _q
City not liable
for inspection
>' city could not be held liable for
defects in a house inspected by
w` the city's building inspector,
the Supreme Court of North Carolina
has ruled.
David and Lorna Lynn bought a
new townhouse in Asheville, N.C., in
August 1985. After moving in, they
discovered construction problems that
caused the house to be condemned by
the city. The Lynns had to demolish
the structure at their own expense.
The Lynns sued a number of par-
ties, including the City of Asheville.
They claimed that the city's building
inspector, J.R. Smith, was negligent in
issuing the building permit, in con-
ducting inspections during construc-
tion and in failing to inform them of
building code violations.
The North Carolina trial court dis-
missed the owners' claim against the
City. It was reversed on appeal, but
backed by the North Carolina Su-
preme Court. That court noted that
building code inspections are for the
protection of the public. It concluded
that the "acts or omissions of City
Building Inspector Smith did not
cause the damages of which these
plaintiffs complain, that is, their pur-
chase of a house that was unfit for
human habitation," said the court.
The court also noted that the Lynns
moved into the house before the
building inspector made his final in-
spection or issued the necessary certifi-
cate of compliance. "This act was an
intervening, independent cause of
plaintiffs' damages," said the court.
Lynn v. Overlook Development 403 S.E 2d
469 (Sup. Ct. A: C 1991), o
Casino CM loses
arbitration fight
New Jerse appeals court has
upheld a 714.5 -million arbitra-
tion award against Perini Corp.
for delays on an Atlantic City casino
project. The court rejected Perini's ar-
gument that the award was "manifestly
unjust" in light of its $600,000 con-
struction management fee.
On July 21, 1983, Perini signed a
CAI contract with Greate Bay Hotel
and Casino Inc. for the renovation of
its Sands Hotel and Casino in Atlantic
City. The contract seta guaranteed
maximum price of $16.8 million for
expansion of the casino area and con-
struction of a food court,, high -roller
suites and a new entrance. Later ad-
justments raised the construction cost
to $24 million.
The Sands management conceived
the project as part of a shift in market -
ng strategy for the hotel and casino.
Timing was critical, because Sands
vanted the work finished by Memorial
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NUMBER
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JOB ADDRESS 5435 West Brenner Pass NE
1 LEGAL
LOT NO.
BLOCK
TRACT OR ADDITION SEE ATTACHED
DESCR.
1
4
INnsbruck North Townhouse Plat 5 SHEET
2 PROPERTY OWNER MAIL ADDRESS ZIP PHONE
Frederick W. Rochelle 5435 West Brenner Pass NE -
3 CONTRACTOR MAIL ADDRESS ZIP PHONE LICENSE NO.
Jim Pelland Construction
d ARCHITECT OR DESIGNER MAIL ADDRESS ZIP PHONE LICENSE NO.
5 ENGINEER MAIL ADDRESS ZIP PHONE LICENSE NO.
6 USE OF BUILDING
Residential
7 CLASS OF WORK
❑ NEW Ij ADDITION ❑ ALTERATION ❑ REPAIR ❑ MOVE ❑ REMOVE
8 DESCRIBE WORK
Construct a 6' x 22' Deck Addition
9 CHANGE OF USE FROM TO
STIPULATIONS
See notations on plan.
TYPE OF CONST.
OCCUPANCY GROUP
OCCUPANCY LOAD
SEPARATE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, HEATING,
VENTILATING OR AIR CONDITIONING.
ZONING
SQ. FT.
CU. FT.
THIS PERMIT BECOMES NULL AND VOID IF WORK OR CONSTRUCTION
AUTHORIZED IS NOT COMMENCED WITHIN 60 DAYS, OR IF CONSTRUCTION
OR WORK IS SUSPENDED OR ABANDONED FOR A PERIOD OF 120 DAYS AT
NO. DWLG. UNITS
OFFSTREET PARKING
ANY TIME AFTER WORK IS COMMENCED.
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ AND EXAMINED THIS APPLICATION
1
STALLS GARAGES
VALUATION
SURTAX
AND KNOW THE SAME TO BE TRUE AND CORRECT. ALL PROVISIONS OF LAWS
AND ORDINANCES GOVERNING THIS TYPE OF WORK WILL BE COMPLIED
$1,024
$.51
WITH WHETHER SPECIFIED HEREIN OR NOT. THE GRANTING OF A PERMIT
PERMIT FEE
SAC CHARGE
DOES NOT PRESUME TO GIVE AUTHORITY TO VIOLATE OR CANCEL THE
PROVISIONS OF ANY OTHER STATE OR LOCAL LAW REGULATING CON-
$27.00
Fire SC $1.02
STRUCTION OR THE PERFORMANCE OF CONSTRUCTION.
PLAN CHECK FEE
TOTALFEE
$28.53
SIGN URE OF CON TRACTOR UTHORI AGENT IDATEI
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EN P Y V 1DATED THIS IS YOUR PERMIT
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$
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76:2
$
Building Permit Application
$.50/$1,000 Valuation
Construction Address:
`� i_5^ W. 1 - )x)e',� ), 4'5
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$5.00 (State Licensed Residential Contractors)
Driveway Escrow
Owner Name & Address: l /Dry c%C lrti , /�ycA�lGr%/� Tel. #7
Contractor: qllm� MN LICENSE
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Address:
Tel. #
Attach to this application, a Certificate of Survey of the
Park Fee
$
lot, with the proposed construction drawn on it to scale.
Fee Determined by Engineering `
Sewer Main Charge
DESCRIPTION OF IMPROVEMENT
LIVING AREA:
Length Width Height
Sq. Ft.
GARAGE AREA:
Length Width Height
Sq. Ft.
DECK AREA:
Length j< Width ;k,-? / Hgt/Ground
Sq. Ft. 13�
OTHER:
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Comer Lot [ ] Inside Lot [ ] Ft. Yd Setback Side Yard Setbacks
Type of Construction:% �°'lec� 7 � "0 _ Estimated Cost: $ ) q
Approx. Completion Date:
(Cost on Back)
Driveway Curb Cut Width Needed: Ft. + 6 Ft = Ft $ _ $
DATE: 5 APPLICANT: Tel. #
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CITY USE ONLY
Permit Fee
$
c)� 00
Fee Schedule on Reverse Side
Fire Surcharge
$
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.001 of Permit Valuation (1/10th%)
State Surcharge
$
$.50/$1,000 Valuation
SAC Charge
$
$800 per SAC Unit
License Surcharge
$
$5.00 (State Licensed Residential Contractors)
Driveway Escrow
$
Alt. "A" or Alt. "B" Above
Erosion Control
$
$450.00 Conservation Plan Review
Park Fee
$
Fee Determined by Engineering `
Sewer Main Charge
$
Agreement Necessary [ ] Not Necessary [ ]
TOTAL
$
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7/14/00
JOB ADDRESS 5425 - 35 West Brenner Pass
1 LEGAL
LOT NO.
BLOCK
TRACT OR ADDITION
SEE ATTACHED
DESCR.
1-6
4
Innsbruck North Townhouse Plat 5 sHEeT
2 PROPERTY OWNER MAIL ADDRESS
ZIP PHONE
Innsbruck Townhome Association
651-224-5482
3 CONTRACTOR MAIL ADDRESS
ZIP PHONE LICENSE NO
Garlock-French Roofing Corp 2301 E. 25th
St ls., M 55406 612-722-7129
a ARCHITECT OR DESIGNER MAIL ADDRESS
ZIP PHONE LICENSE NO.
00001423,
5 ENGINEER MAIL ADDRESS
ZIP PHONE LICENSE No
8 USE OF BUILDING
Residential
7 CLASS OF WORK O NEW O ADDITION ❑ ALTERATION CK REPAIR O MOVE, O REMOVE
8 DESCRIBE WORK
Tear Off and Reroof Townhouse Building
8 CHANGE OF USE FROM
TO
STIPULATIONS
Underlayment must comply with the State Building Code.
Permit Inspection Garde k„
Will Be Mailed
To Homeowner To Post
TYPE OF CONST.
OCCUPANCY. GROUP
OCCUPANCV LYOAD;'
SEPARATE PERMITS ARE REOUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, HEATING.
VENTILATING OR AIR CONDITIONING.
THIS PERMIT BECOMES NULL AND VOID IF WORK OR CONSTRUCTION
ZONING
SO. FT
CU FT. "
AUTHORIZED IS NOT COMMENCED WITHIN 80 DAYS. OR IF CONSTRUCTION
OR WORK IS SUSPENDED OR ABANDONED FOR A PERIOD OF 120 DAYS AT
ANY TIME AFTER WORK IS COMMENCED.
NO DWLG. UNITS
OFFSTREET PARKING
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ AND EXAMINED THIS APPLICATION
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STALLS GARAGES
VALUATION SURTAX
AND KNOW THE SAME TO BE TRUE AND CORRECT. ALL PROVISIONS OF LAWS
AND ORDINANCES GOVERNING THIS TYPE OF WORK WILL BE COMPLIED
$22,594.75 $11.30
WITH WHETHER SPECIFIED HEREIN OR NOT, THE GRANTING OF A PERMIT
DOES NOT PRESUME TO GIVE AUTHORITY TO VIOLATE OR CANCEL THE
PERMIT FEE SAC CHARGE
PROVISIONS OF ANY OTHER STATE OR LOCAL LAW REGULATING CON-
1363.25 Fire SC $22.59
STRUCTION OR THE PERFORMANCE OF CONSTRUCTION
PLAN CHECK FEE OTAL FEE
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SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTOR OR AUTMORQE0 AGENT IDATEi
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1 763-571-3450
910415
8/22/02
JOB ADDRESS 5403 West Brenner Pass NE
1 LEGAL
LOT NO.
BLOCK
TRACTOR ADDITION
SEE ATTACHED
DESCR.
3 & 11
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1 Innsbruck North Townhouse Plat 5 SHEET
2 PROPERTY OWNER MAIL ADDRESS ZIP
PHONE
Sandra Johnson 5403 West Brenner Pass NE
586-0290
3 CONTRACTOR MAIL ADDRESS ZIP
PHONE LICENSE NO
Hendel Construction 4997 Pae Ave NE Rogers, MN 55374
428-7992 20192808
4 ARCHITECT OR DESIGNER MAIL ADDRESS ZIP
PHONE LICENSE NO
5 ENGINEER MAIL ADDRESS ZIP
PHONE LICENSE NO
6 USE OF BUILDING
Townhouse
7 CLASS OF WORK
❑ NEW ❑ ADDITION O ALTERATION REPAIR
1�
❑ MOVE O REMOVE
B DESCRIBE WORK
Repair Chimney
9 CHANGE OF USE FROM TO
STIPULATIONS
Firestop all fireplace chases per Section 708.2.1 1997 Uniform Building
Code.
SEPARATE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, HEATING,
TYPE OF CONST.
OCCUPANCY GROUP
OCCUPANCY LOAD
VENTILATING OR AIR CONDITIONING
THIS PERMIT BECOMES NULL AND VOID IF WORK OR CONSTRUCTION
ZONING
SO. FT
CU FT
AUTHORIZED IS NOT COMMENCED WITHIN 60 DAYS. OR IF CONSTRUCTION
OR WORK IS SUSPENDED OR ABANDONED FOR A PERIOD OF 120 DAYS AT
ANY TIME AFTER WORK IS COMMENCED.
NO DWLG. UNITS
OFFSTREET PARKING
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ AND EXAMINED THIS APPLICATION
1
ISTALLS
GARAGES
AND KNOW THE SAME TO BE TRUE AND CORRECT. ALL PROVISIONS OF LAWS
VALUATION
SURTAX
AND ORDINANCES GOVERNING THIS TYPE OF WORK WILL BE COMPLIED
$1.75
WITH WHETHER SPECIFIED HEREIN OR NOT. THE GRANTING OF A PERMIT
$3,500
DOES NOT PRESUME TO GIVE AUTHORITY TO VIOLATE OR CANCEL THE
PERMIT FEE
SAC CHARGE
PROVISIONS OF ANY OTHER STATE OR LOCAL LAW REGULATING CON-
STRUCTION OR THE PERFORMANCE OF CONSTRUCTION
PLAN CHECK FEE
TOTAL FEE
Z�eL -f elf
Llce e C $5.0
107.50
SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTOR ORAUTHORiZED AGENT 4DATE,
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ADDN (] 6431 University Ave NE, Fridley, MN 55432 (763) 572-3604 Bldg Insp
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Legal Description:
Owner Name & Address: ��- �� a` Tel. #
Contractor MNLICENSE# 'Z0101X-3r0Sr
Address: Tel. #
Attach to this application, a Certificate of Survey of the
lot, with the proposed construction drawn on it to scale.
DESCRIPTION OF IMPROVEMENT
LIVING AREA: Length Width - Height Sq. Ft
GARAGE AREA: Length Width Height Sq. Ft
DECK AREA: Length Width Hgt/Ground Sq. Ft
OTHER:
Construction Type: e4e>Ae- Estimated Cost: $ S13v • C>'->
Driveway Curb Cut Width Needed: Ft + 6 Ft = Ft x $ _ $
DATE:41-46--L— APPLICANT:16e--eL Tel. #
Call (763) 572-3604 for Permit Fees if mailing in application or Fax to 763-571-1287 if using credit card and we will
call you for card number.
Permit Fee
Fire Surcharge
State Surcharge
SAC Charge
License Surcharge
Driveway Escrow
Erosion Control
Park Fee
Sewer Main Charge
TOTAL
$ 3.1�
$-
$
$ t®%.-76
CITY USE ONLY -
Fee Schedule on Reverse Side
.001 of Permit Valuation (1/10th%)
$.50/$1,000 Valuation
$1200 per SAC Unit
$5.00 (State Licensed Residerrtial Contractors)
Alt "A" or Alt. "B" Above
$450.00 Conservation Plan Review
Fee Determined by'Engineedng
Agreement Necessary [ ] Not Necessary [ ]
STIPULATIONS:
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Building
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Inspecdons
RESIDENTIAL AFFLICATION
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YOUR STATE LICENSE
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PROPERTY TYPE
❑ SINGLE FAMILY/NEW CONSTRUCTION SIZE
❑ TWO FAMILY/NEW CONSTRUCTION ,rroklis
PERMIT TYPE
❑ Amrrm tl GARAGEISMD 0 WINDOWS
CI BASEMENT MISR ❑ ROOF ❑ DRAiN
;DR.CK 0 SIDING 17 OTHER
SWIMMING POOL
TYPE OF WORK:
❑ R' a ADDITION
NTGNANC E/REPATR R REMODELING
DESCRIBE WORK BEING DONE: K-- �5 � �5
SIZE OF MWROVEMENT LENGTH WIDTH HEIGHT Sq, Ft.
ROQVING
a HOUSE ONLY
NUMBER OF SQUARES
❑ HOUSE & GARAGE
BASEMENT REMODMOING SUBMIT;
GARAGIM
❑ ATTACHED GARAGE.
1. Existing Flour Plan
2. Pmpumd floor Plan
PROPOSED SIZE:
PROPOSED MIGHT;
t7 DETACHED GARAGE
3. List of structural members lu Im uand
810- NG
FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION INCLUDING DECKS,
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AnnmlQNS, & UK= SUBMIT:
❑ Aluminum
❑ Trim
1. Site Plran/Survoy ah wing the existing structures
® Other
to Fascia
end proposed project.
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2. Two Gels of oww1ruction pians
IN EXISTING OPENINGS ❑Yes ❑No I.pC:A'170N OF WINDOWS
3. Enorgy Calculations
OR FOR NEW OPENINGS -DESCRIBE SIZE OF
OPENING CHANGES &
T'YPK OF WINDOW TO BE INSTALLED NUMBER OF WINDOWS
ALL FEES ARE BASED ON VALUATTON, INCLUDING THE COST OF LABOR AND MATERIALS:
(USIN(; THE 1997 U.B.0 FEE SCHEDULE)
TOTAL JOB VALUATION L, -S-(;Q.CQOCCUPANCY TYPE
Permit Fee
Plan Review
Fire Stiraharge
Surcharge
License Surcharge
SAC Charge
Curb Cut Escrow
Erosion Control
Park Fee
Sewer Main Cherge
-5510 See Back Pago for Fee Schedule
2 ,1 _ 65% of Building Permit Fee
$ .001 times the total job valuation
.0005 x Permit Valuation Minimum $.50
$ _ $5.00 (State: Licensed Residential Contractors)
$ $1550 per SAC Unit (Plans to MWCC for deWrminatilon)
$ g + 6 it = _ ft x $21
$ $450 Conservation Plan Review
$ Fee Determined by Engineering
Agreemont necessary ( ) Non Necessary ( )
M-138 IS AN APPLICATION FOR A PERMIT -NOT VALID UNTIL PROCESSED
I hereby apply for a building pormit and I acknowledge that the information above is complete and accurate; that the work will be in
conformance with the ordinances and codes of the City of Fridley and with the Minnesota Construction Codes; that 1 understand this is not a
permit but only an application lot a permit and work is not to start without a permit; that the work will be in accordance with the approved
plan in the case of all work 'eh wires view and approval of plans.
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT' PRINT NAME c -E
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Permit No.: l
Inspections
RESEDENTLAL APPLICATION
Received By:
763-572-3604
OF LEY
763-502-4977 FAX
EFFECTIVE 1-1-08
DATE 16- '7-0,r YOURE-MAIL ADDRESS
SITE ADDRESS R 4 19 j1. Sk 0ji" i n to t - r VO4 Sy
THIS APPLICANT IS: ❑ OWNER CONTRACTOR
PROPERTY
NAME: j k e% n `.. tJ A it0 j L,
ADDRESS: s"k�t`7 �- CITY a dl (' STATft!+: ZIP. 43J-
TENANTPHONE:
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CONTRACTOR
NAME: CJ VO it
SUBMIT A COPY OF
YOUR STATE
STATE LICENSE # EXP DATE
LICENSE, BOND AND
STATE BOND # EXP DATE
CERTIFICATE OF
ADDRESS: )jUq® St CITY Qj STATE_tjk�j ZIP tSAS�
INSURANCE
PHONE 7 b'-), -- '11 54 a ! q FAX
PERNUT.TYPE
❑SINGLE FAMILY ❑ TWO FAMILY ❑ TOWNHOUSE
TYPE OF WORK:
O NEWREPLACEMENT
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF WORK StA d 1t -L -t–^4_ A 6,1, vb- /
PER MS 16B.665 the permit fee is a minimum of $15.00 or 5% of the total cost up to $500.00, whichever is greater, for the
improvement, installation or replacement of a residential fixture, excluding the fixtures. (This should reflect only the cost of labor )
Labor cost under $300 = $15.00. Labor cost between $300 to $500 = cost of labor X.05 = plus .50 surcharge
OR
FOR PROJECTS WHERE LABOR EXCEEDS $500, FEES ARE BASED ON $10.00 PER FIXTURE, EXCEPT WHERE NOTED. FIXTURES: (INDICATE TOTAL
NUMBER OF EACH BELOW). MINIMUM FEE $15.50.
BATH SINK/LAV WATERPIPING
_ _FLOORDRAINS _SHOWER
GAS PIPING (NEED CITY LIC) SWIMMING POOL—WATER SOFTNER ($35)
—BATHTUB _ _
_ CLOTHES WASHER _ KITCHEN SINK WATER CLOSET _ BACKFLOW PREV. ($15)
DISHWASHER _ LAUNDRY TRAY WATER HEATER ($35) FOR IRRIGATION
_
WATER METER OTHER
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Permit Fee $ Number of fixtures @ $10.00 x $10.00 = $
Surcharge .50 Number of fixtures @ $15.00 x $15.00 = $
TOTAL DUE $ OR Number of fixtures @ $35.00 i x $35.00 = $ ') , J v
State Surcharge = $ .50
(MINIMUM $15.50) (MINIMUM $15.50) Total = $ ``3S C D
THIS IS AN APPLICATION FOR A PERMIT -NOT VALID UNTIL PROCESSED
I hereby apply for a plumbing permit and I acknowledge that the information above is complete and accurate; that the work will be in
conformance with the ordinances and codes of the City of Fridley and with the Minnesota Construction Codes; that I understand this is
not a permit but only an application for a permit and work is not to start without a permit on site; that the work will be in accordance
with the approved plan in the of all work which requires review and approval of plans.
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT 1. 0h(.4 Q PRINT NAME 01 ta r ('3 tAC4i f% DATEi99 - ' IS9
APPROVED BY DATE
City of Fridley
Building Inspections Department
6431 University Avenue NE, Fridley, MN 55432
763-572-3604
FAX: 763-502-4977
Building MECHANICAL L rGiuu� ���..
Inspections ENT APPLICATION Rece'v B�
7.63-572-3604 CITE` OI+' I' LES Dat ;- ��.
DATE ` �� YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS
SITE ADDRESS J q a S Lit & t J3f-L 'g a't t C PA !S"
THIS APPLICANT IS: 0 OWNER -; CONTRACTOR
PROPERTY NAME: se n ®.L 0,1
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OWNER/ ADDRESS: L&jts (3 rt h ni r CITY Q. ! CR(c STATE ZIPS
TENANT PHONE: to -7'• 0 - 'al 3 y
COMPANY NAME:
CONTRACTOR
SUBMIT A COPY OF
CONTACT PERSON:
YOUR STATE
LICENSE WITH
STATE LICENSE # EXP DATE
ADDRESS: A446 rl".9 S� �� CITY F10°deeaP� STATEr"Qa�zIP
APPLICATION
PHONE '�� 7 1a Ll 1 C rg FAX
0 3 GLE FAMILY ❑ TWO FAMILY 0 TOWNHOUSE
PERNIIT TYPE
0 NEW PLACEMENT 0 ALTERATION/REMODEL
TYPE OF WORK:
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DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF WORK : 4A(t �!4 t-'r�'11r°'�k �vd✓ �-� �'� �
PER MS 1613.665 the permit fee is a minimum of 515.00 or 5% of the total cost up to $500.00, whichever is greater, for the
improvement, installation or replacement of a residential fixture, excluding the factures. (This should reflect only the cost of labor )
Labor cost under $300 = $15.00. Labor cost between $300 to $500 = cost of labor X.05 =
FOR PROJECTS WHERE LABOR EXCEEDS $500, FEES ARE BASED ON $10.00 PER FIXTURE, EXCEPT WHERE NOTED. FIXTURES: ONDICATE TOTAL
NUMBER OF EACH BELOW) SIZE/BTU v!K` �° -, « (� b 00 0
Installed ' MFG: t `9' MODEL: .�� 8 �
Equipment
MFG: MODEL: SIZEIBTU
MFG: MODEL: SIZEIBTU
$25.00 FIREPLACE (GAS) $15.00 . GAS RANGE/O,VEN $10.00
NEW GAS GRILL $10.00
_A/C
AIR TO AIR EXCHANGEER $15 FIREPLACE (WOOD) $35.00
FURNACE $35.00 GAS UNIT HTR $10.00
BOILER $35.00
—CHIMNEY LINER $10.00 —GAS DRYER $10.00 POOL HEATER $35.00
VENTILATOR $15_00
_DUCT WORK $10.00 —GAS PIPING $10.00
_
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Permit Fee $ Number of fixtures @ $10.00 x $10.00 = $
Surcharge $ .50 Number of fixtures @ $15.00 x $15.00 = $
TOTAL DUE $ Number of fixtures @ $25.00 x $25.00 = $
Number of fixtures @ $35.00 x $35.00 = $ • 6�
State Surcharge = $ .SO
Total = $
THIS IS AN APPLICATION FOR A PERMIT -NOT VALID UNTIL PROCESSED
I hereby apply for a building permit and I acknowledge that the information above is complete and accurate; that the work will be in
with the ordinances and codes of the City of Fridley and with the Minnesota -Construction Codes; that I understand this is
conformance
not a permit but only an application for a permit and work is not to start without a permit; that the work will be in accordance with the
approved plan in the case of all work which requires review and approval of plans. `
PRINT NAME r t ti DATE b ^
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT C'n dY �
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City of Friedley
Building Inspections Department
6431 University Avenue NE, Fridley, MN 55432
763-572-3604
FAX: 763-502-4977