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FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
M E M O R A N D U M
DATE:
September 13, 2012
TO:
Rocale Timmons, Associate Planner
FROM:
Corey Thomas, Plans Review Inspector
SUBJECT:
Preliminary Comments for Carr Benson Pharmacy Retail
The preliminary fire flow calculated is 2,500 gpm. A minimum of three hydrants are required. One within 150-feet and two within 300-feet of the proposed buildings. A looped water
main will be required if fire flow exceeds 2,500 gpm. Credit for existing hydrants may satisfy part of this condition if they meet current standards including 5-inch storz fittings.
Applicant shall provide a water availability certificate from Soos Creek Water and Sewer District.
2. The fire mitigation impact fees are currently applicable at the rate of $0.52 per square foot of commercial space. This fee is paid at time of building permit issuance. Credit will
be granted for existing building area removed.
3. Approved fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems are required throughout the buildings. Separate plans and permits required by the fire department. Direct access is required to the
fire sprinkler control room. Fire alarm systems are required to be fully addressable and full detection is required.
4. Fire department apparatus access roadways are required to be minimum 20-feet wide fully paved, with 25-feet inside and 45-feet outside turning radius. Fire access roadways shall
be constructed to support a 30-ton vehicle with 322-psi point loading. Access is required within 150-feet of all points on the buildings. Maximum grade allowed is 15%.
5. An electronic site plan is required prior to occupancy for pre-fire planning purposes.