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PSO N coal MASON COUNTY
� Tp Shelton (360) 427-9670
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Belfair (360) 275-4467
Planning
Mason County Bldg. 1 411 N.5th Elma (360) 482-5269
P.O.Box 279 Shelton,WA 98584
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October 2, 2007
Jan Hillesland
P.O. Box 627
Grapeview, WA 98546
RE: Grapeview Firehall/Community Center— Kitchen Remodel (COM 2005-00023)
Dear Ms. Hillesland:
Per our phone discussion on this date, I think we have come to an agreeable solution to the
outstanding issue relating to the sliding glass door that serves as an exit from the remodeled kitchen
area at the Grapeview Firehall/Community Center.
In your letter to me, dated 9/26/07, you referenced a code section from the International Building
Code (IBC) regarding exceptions to side-hinged exit doors. As referenced, Section 1008.1.2,
Exception No. 9, states that, "In other than Group H occupancies, manually operated horizontal
sliding doors are permitted as a means of egress from occupied spaces with an occupant load of 10
or less". While this code section does exist in the 2006 IBC, it was not in effect at the time the permit
for the kitchen remodel was reviewed and issued. At that time, the 2003 IBC was the code adopted
and utilized. The County did not adopt the 2006 IBC until July 1, 2007.
In an effort to resolve this issue and close the permit file on this project, at your request, we will
apply the 2006 IBC to this project, allowing the exemption for exit doors allowed as noted in order to
utilize the existing sliding glass door. Please note that the room will need to be physically posted to
limit the occupancy to 10 or less as required by the Code.
Thank you for your assistance in resolving this matter. I think we were able to resolve the matter that
results in code compliance necessary to protect the fire, life and safety of the public. If you should
have any questions, please feel free to contact either me at 360-427-9670, Ext. 603 or Mark Core,
Permit Center Manager at 360-427-9670, Ext 357.
Sincerely,
Barbara Robinson �/I R AEpT1N T Community Development Director �`I C"
Cc: Commissioner Lynda Ring Erickson <
vNlark Core,Permit Cenber Manager
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From: "Kent/Jan Hillesland" <kentnjan@silverlink.net>
To: "Barbara Robinson" <BarbarR@co.mason.wa.us>
Date: 10/2/2007 4:29 PM
Subject: MCFD#3 kitchen sliding glass doors
Dear Barbara:
Thank you very much for your assistance in this matter. It has been a long process and I, personally,
appreciate your help and that of Debbera Coker.
As the representative of the Grapeview Community Association's kitchen project I authorize the county to
review the MCFD#3 kitchen sliding glass doors under the 2006 Code rather than the 2003 Code. The
occupancy sign in the kitchen reads: "Occupancy 10" and we will adhere to an occupancy of 10 or under.
If you need further authorization, please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me.
Jan Hillesland
kentnjan@silverlink.net or at my home telephone# 2754542
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Belfair (360) 275-4467
Planning Elma (360) 482-5269
Mason County Bldg. 1411 N.5th
P.O.Box 279 Shelton,WA 98584
1854
September 25, 2007
TO BE KEPT IN THE
Louise Okonek PARCEL FILE
Grapeview Community Association
P.O. Box 16
Grapeview, WA 98546
RE: Grapeview Firehall — COM 2005-00023
Dear Ms. Okonek
This letter is written in response to an email you sent to Commissioner Lynda
Ring Erickson regarding the building permit for the remodel and expansion at the
Grapeview Firehall.
In your email you request assistance in resolving a dispute regarding the above
referenced permit, specifically the revision involving a kitchen remodel in the
Grapeview Firehall/Community Building. The dispute appears to include the
requirement for replacement of a sliding glass door with a side-hinged door that
opens outward. The requirement for a side-hinged, out-opening door in place of
a sliding glass door is defined in Section 1008.1 of the International Building
Code (see enclosed). This code section states that if a door is used as an exit, it
must meet the minimum requirements of the code. A sliding glass door does not
meet the minimum requirements.
The approved plans for this project do not show a sliding glass door, but double
doors instead. I have enclosed a copy of the approved plan showing the doors
and note by our plan review staff that the door must be side-hinged and swing in
the direction of travel. The revision for the kitchen remodel was approved based
on the plans submitted by the applicant, showing a set of double doors.
I think this is the point of confusion. When the final inspection was performed
by the building inspector, the sliding doors were not installed, therefore the
inspection was approved, contingent on the Fire Marshal approval and final sign
off for occupancy. The Fire Marshal also noted the double doors in place instead
of the sliding glass door at the time of his inspection for fire spritk'Jer . No
notation was made, as the double doors were in compliance with the code for
exiting. At the time of the final inspection by the Fire Marshal, it was noted that
the sliding glass doors that had been installed since the previous inspection did
not meet the minimum requirements for exiting and would need to be either
removed or replaced with doors that are side-hinged and open in the direction of
travel.
You stated in your email that only one exit is required based on occupancy load.
While this is correct, the code specifically states that if a door is used as an exit,
it must meet the minimum code requirements. In this case the sliding glass
doors could be used as an exit, even with other exits, and specifically in the
event of an emergency, access through this door would be obstructed, resulting
in failure to adequately exit the room.
While we understand your frustration, we have a responsibility as a public
agency to protect the life, safety and welfare of the public through the
application of the building and fire codes. We have read through both codes in
search for a solution to this issue, but unfortunately there is no option available
to us in this case that would allow the sliding glass door to remain, due to the
fact the use of the room does not fall into a use that is exempt from the code
requirements.
I hope this help clarify the activities that have taken place to date. If you should
have any questions, or would like to discuss this further, please feel free to
contact me directly by phone at 427-9670, Ext. 603.
Sincerely,
Barbara Robinson
Community Development Director
Cc: Commissioner Lynda Ring Erickson
Mark Core, Permit Center Manger
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Phone system.Location of the central control point shall be SECTION 1008
approved by the fire department.The two-way communica- DOORS,GATES AND TURNSTILES
lion system shall include both audible and visible signals.
1008.1 Doors.Means of egress doors shall meet the require-
1007.6.4 Instructions. In areas of refuge that have a ments of this section.Doors serving a means of egress system
two-way emergency communications system, instructions shall meet the requirements of this section and Section 1017.2.
on the use of the area under emergency conditions shall be Doors provided for egress purposes in numbers greater than
posted adjoining the communications system.The instruc- required by this code shall meet the requirements of this sec-
tions shall include all of the following: tion.
1. Directions to find other means of egress. Means of egress doors shall be readily distinguishable from
2. Persons able to use the exit stairway do so as soon as the adjacent construction and finishes such that the doors are
possible,unless they are assisting others. easily recognizable as doors. Mirrors or similar reflecting
materials shall not be used on means of egress doors.Means of
3. Information on planned availability of assistance in egress doors shall not be concealed by curtains,drapes,decora-
the use of stairs or supervised operation of elevators tions or similar materials.
and how to summon such assistance.
1008.1.1 Size of doors.The minimum width of each door
4. Directions for use of the emergency communications opening shall be sufficient for the occupant load thereof and
system. shall provide a clear width of not less than 32 inches(813
1007.6.5 Identification.Each door providing access to an mm). Clear openings of doorways with swinging doors
area of refuge from an adjacent floor area shall be identified shall be measured between the face of the door and the stop,
by a sign complying with ICC Al 17.1,stating:AREA OF with the door open 90 degrees(1.57 rad).Where this section
REFUGE, and including the International Symbol of requires a minimum clear width of 32 inches(813 mm)and
Accessibility. Where exit sign illumination is required by a door opening includes two door leaves without a mullion;
Section 1011.2,the area of refuge sign shall be illuminated. one leaf shall provide a clear opening width of 32 inches
Additionally, tactile signage complying with ICC A117.1 (813 mm). The maximum width of a swinging door leaf
shall be located at each door to an area of refuge. shall be 48 inches (1219 mm) nominal. Means of egress
doors in a Group I-2 occupancy used for the movement of
1007.7 Signage. At exits and elevators serving a required beds shall provide a clear width not less than 41.5 inches
accessible space but not providing an approved accessible (1054 mm). The height of doors shall not be less than 80
means of egress,signage shall be installed indicating the loca- inches(2032 mm).
tion of accessible means of egress.
Exceptions:
1007.8 Exterior area for assisted rescue.The exterior area for 1. The minimum and maximum width shall not apply
assisted rescue must be open to the outside air and meet the to door openings that are not part of the required
requirements of Section 1007.6.1.Separation walls shall com- means of egress in Group R-2 and R-3 occupan-
ply with the requirements of Section 704 for exterior walls.
Where walls or openings are between the area for assisted res-
cue and the interior of the building,the building exterior walls 2. Door openings to resident sleeping units in Group
within 10 feet(3048 mm)horizontally of a nonrated wall or I-3 occupancies shall have a clear width of not less
unprotected opening shall have a fire-resistance rating of not than 28 inches(711 mm).
less than 1 hour.Openings within such exterior walls shall be 3. Door. openings to storage closets less than 10
protected by opening protectives having a fire protection rating
of not less than 1/4 hour.This construction shall extend verti-
cally square feet(0.93 m2)in area shall not be limited by
from the ground to a the minimum width.
gr point 10 feet(3048 mm)above the
floor level of the area for assisted rescue or to the roof line, 4. Width of door leafs in revolving doors that comply
whichever is lower. with Section 1008.1.3.1 shall not be limited.
1007.8.1 Openness.The exterior area for assisted rescue 5. Door openings within a dwelling unit or sleeping
shall be at least 50 percent open,and the open area above the unit shall not be less than 78 inches(1981 mm)in
guards shall be so distributed as to minimize the accumula- height.
tion of smoke or toxic gases. 6. Exterior door openings in dwelling units and
1007.8.2 Exterior exit stairway. Exterior exit stairways sleeping units, other than the required exit door,
that are part of the means of egress for the exterior area for shall not be less than 76 inches (1930 mm) in
assisted rescue shall provide a clear width of 48 inches height.
(1219 mm)between handrails. 7. In other than Group R-1 occupancies, the mini-
mum widths shall not apply to interior egress doors
1007.8.3 Identification.Exterior areas for assisted rescue within a dwelling unit or sleeping unit that is not
shall have identification as required for area of refuge that required to be an Accessible unit,Type A unit or
complies with Section 1007.6.5. Type B unit.
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