Loading...
Correspondence , �'7 Cr° /0 L 3 c (.J c.,o L , , R ELLIS, ESLICK ASSOCIATES / ARCHITECTS, P.C. 5200 SW Macadam, Suite 370 • Portland, Oregon 97201 • Tel (503)2236963 • FAX (503)294-0827 February 16, 1994 l David Scott City of Tigard 4 13125 S.W. Hall Blvd. 1\N Tigard, Oregon 97223 \A Re: Meier & Frank, Washington Square Shopping Center , Q Dear David: \A- j S - This letter is to address an issue that has come up during field inspections. The issue concerns the mounting height of electrical maintenance outlets located on columns on the sales floor. Several points need to be made regarding the column outlets: 1. The column outlets are not intended for use by primary building occupants - i.e. customers and sales associates. 2. Column outlets are designed, located, intended and will be used only to power equipment used by maintenance and housekeeping personnel. The outlets in columns are not intended, nor will they be used for convenience. 3. The column outlets are not on or a part of an accessible route and are therefore not required to be accessible. The design and layout of the column outlets specifically orients them away from circulation. These points are addressed in the current editions of the Oregon UBC and ADA Accessibility Guidelines: 1. In UBC Section 3108.d.8. (refer to Exhibit A) regarding "Controls, operating mechanisms and hardware ". The outlets referred to in this section are electrical convenience outlets. Electrical convenience outlets are not required for occupancy of this facility and therefore none are provided. The outlets are installed exclusively for maintenance use (vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, polishers, etc.). 2. UBC Section 3109.c.2 (refer to Exhibit B) regarding "Controls and Hardware ". The reference regarding mounting heights for electrical receptacles is for walls, not columns. 3. The ADAAG figures 5 and 6 referred to in section 3109.c.2 (refer to Exhibit C) are for wheel chair occupants. Please refer to ADAAG, Section 4.27.3, Exception (included as Exhibit D): i 1 Page 2 of 2 City of Tigard February 15, 1994 a. The exception refers to the use of specific equipment. The column outlets are intended for use only with maintenance and housekeeping equipment. b. The exception also refers to outlets not normally intended for use by building occupants. This is the case with the column maintenance outlets. Both exceptions to the standard apply here. In conclusion, it is our position that the electrical outlets in columns are for maintenance use only, are clearly not convenience outlets, are excepted from the standards for both reasons listed as exceptions to the rule and are therefore not required to be accessible. We have fully complied with the letter of the code for the installation of electrical convenience outlets in walls and partitions. We hereby request that the City of Tigard recognize that the electrical outlets installed in the columns are for maintenance only and are not to be considered as convenience outlets. Please call if you have any questions. qr Sincerely, 1 I ' Frank E. Ellis, A.I.A. Attachments: Exhibit A - excerpt 1991 UBC Exhibit B - excerpt 1991 UBC Exhibit C - illustration ADAAG Exhibit D - excerpt ADAAG cc Phil Didion, May D & C Don Foster, May D & C Jack Stevens, May D & C George Steele, City of Tigard 4 q y - as /6 L f MEMORANDUM /441 CITY OF TIGARD, OREGON TO: File — Meier and Frank — 9300 SW Washington Square FROM: Bob Poskin DATE: November 15, 2000 Subject: Fire Code and Building Code Violations In completing a sprinkler inspection, I uncovered a situation that the store is utilizing a portion of their warehouse as high pile storage, which doesn't comply with UFC, Chapter 81, and has numerous violations with regards to loads, ingress and egress identification, and aisle widths. . I alerted Deputy Fire Marshall Eric McMullen, who will have their agency investigate. I had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Todd Holzemer, Director of Operations for the store, and made him aware of the outstanding violations. He stated he will advise management of the problems, and will have his Architects and Engineers contact me and establish a meeting on site to go over the non - complying issues and come up with plans and specifications to meet code. 7 c'ti 01 50o OregOn • DISABILITIES COMMISSION February 28, 1994 • TO: City of Tigard, Building Department Mark Burrows . • FROM: Kathe Coleman ODC State Acc s Designee for Washington County . • RE: Temporary Walls at New Construction Question regarding temporary walls for displays at new construction: Site: Meier and Franks Type: Remodel • Question: Temporary(pre -fab) walls used for merchandise display were manufactured with electrical outlets • below acceptable mounting height. • If they are temporary (movable);and pre - must they meet compliance standard? Section of UBC • Applicable: - It is stated in Sec. 3106 (a) ... Accessibility to tempo- rary or permanent building or portions thereof shall be provided for all occupancy classification ... P. 604.3 Conclusion: Temporary structures in new constructions must • ply with compliance standards as defined in UBC. f; "J 1257 Ferry Street SE Salem, OR 97310 (503) 378 -3142 V /TDD 1- 800 - 358 -3117 V /TDD • ACCESS OREGON 2397155 P.01 ‘ /er TO: City of Tigard, Building D partment Mark Burrows FROM: Kathe Coleman ODC State Access D signee for Washington County RE: Meier and Frank, ashington Square Shopping Center Issue: Issue concerns the mounting of electrical maintenance outlets located on columns on the sales floor. Section of UBC Applicable: 3109 c (2) The highest operable part of environmental and other controls, dispensers, receptables and other operable equipment shall be within at least one of the reach ranges specified in Section 3109 (b), and not less than 36 inches above the floor. Electrical and communicatins system receptacles on walls shall be mounted a minimimum of 15 inches above the floor. Door hardware shall be mounted not more than 48 inches above the finished floor. Summary: After discussing this issue with other designees, it was concluded that the mounting height for column outlets shall be defined by 3109 c (2). Post -It" Fax Note 7671 Date 3 - /_9N'pa°ges► I ,�,�" nit a� / A From ru / ►fi nit 1 G1ll 1rIJ� , ! ! �•dsn� IDept /� C C' Ftlono� 39-'t/7( 3 , / Ptwne td� /34 Fa # Fax al� OW" 7a ei • • 9 Lja . S 7) . kt . ELLIS, ESLICK ASSOCIATES / ARCHITECTS, P.C. 5200 SW Macadam, Suite 370 • Portland, Oregon 97201 • Tel (503)223 -6963 • FAX (503 )2940827 >' to February 16, 1994 David Scott City of Tigard 13125 S.W. Hall Blvd. Tigard, Oregon 97223 Re: Meier & Frank, Washington Square Shopping Center Dear David: This letter is to address an issue that has come up during field inspections. The issue concerns the mounting height of electrical maintenance outlets located on columns on the sales floor. Several points need to be made regarding the column outlets: 1. The column outlets are not intended for use by primary building occupants - i.e. customers and sales associates. 2. Column outlets are designed, located, intended and will be used only to power equipment used by maintenance and housekeeping personnel. The outlets in columns are not intended, nor will they be used for convenience. 3. The column outlets are not on or a part of an accessible route and are therefore not required to be accessible. The design and layout of the column outlets specifically orients them away from circulation. These points are addressed in the current editions of the Oregon UBC and ADA Accessibility Guidelines: 1. In UBC Section 3108.d.8. (refer to Exhibit A) regarding "Controls, operating mechanisms and hardware ". The outlets referred to in this section are electrical convenience outlets. Electrical convenience outlets are not required for occupancy of this facility and therefore none are provided. The outlets are installed exclusively for maintenance use (vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, polishers, etc.). 2. UBC Section 3109.c.2 (refer to Exhibit B) regarding "Controls and Hardware ". The reference regarding mounting heights for electrical receptacles is for walls, not columns. 3. The ADAAG figures 5 and 6 referred to in section 3109.c.2 (refer to Exhibit C) are for wheel chair occupants. Please refer to ADAAG, Section 4.27.3, Exception (included as Exhibit D): Page 2 of 2 City of Tigard February 15, 1994 a. The exception refers to the use of specific equipment. The column outlets are intended for use only with maintenance and housekeeping equipment. b. The exception also refers to outlets not normally intended for use by building occupants. This is the case with the column maintenance outlets. Both exceptions to the standard apply here. In conclusion, it is our position that the electrical outlets in columns are for maintenance use only, are clearly not convenience outlets, are excepted from the standards for both reasons listed as exceptions to the rule and are therefore not required to be accessible. We have fully complied with the letter of the code for the installation of electrical convenience outlets in walls and partitions. We hereby request that the City of Tigard recognize that the electrical outlets installed in the columns are for maintenance only and are not to be considered as convenience outlets. Please call if you have any questions. Sincerely, Frank E. Ellis, A.I.A. Attachments: Exhibit A - excerpt 1991 UBC Exhibit B - excerpt 1991 UBC Exhibit C - illustration ADAAG Exhibit D - excerpt ADAAG cc Phil Didion, May D & C Don Foster, May D & C Jack Stevens, May D & C George Steele, City of Tigard EXHIBIT A 1991 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE 3108 Where four or more public telephones are provided at a building site, and at least one is in an interior location, at least one interior telephone shall be a text telephone complying with Section 3109 (m). Where intenor public pay phones are provided in transportation facilities; as- sembly and similar areas, including stadiums and arenas, convention centers, ho- tels with convention facilities, or covered malls; or in or adjacent to hospital emergency, recovery, or waiting rooms; at least one interior text telephone shall be provided. 3. Kitchens. Kitchens within accessible dwelling units shall be designed ac- cording to Section 3109 (k) and (z). Kitchens. kitchenettes or wet bars in other than dwelling units which are pro- vided accessory to a sleeping room, guest room or suite shall be designed in accor- dance with Section 3109. Countertops and sinks shall be mounted at a maximum height of 34 inches above the floor. At least 50 percent of shelf space in cabinets and appliances shall be within the reach ranges of Section 3109. 4. Swimming pools. Where common- or public -use swimming pools. hot tubs, spas and similar facilities are provided, they shall be accessible. Swimming pools shall also be accessible by transfer tier, hydraulic chair, ramp or other means. Hot tubs and spas need to be accessible only to the edge of the facility. 5. Fixed or built -in seating or tables. Where fixed or built -in seating or tables are provided, at least 5 percent. but not fewer than one shall be accessible. Accessi- ble fixed or built -in seating or tables shall comply with Section 3109 (r). In eating and drinking establishments, such seating or tables shall be distributed throughout the facility. 6. Storage and shelving. In other than Group R. Division I apartment build- ings. where fixed or built -in storage facilities such as cabinets. shelves, closets and drawers are provided in accessible spaces. at least one of each type provided shall contain storage space complying with Section 3109 (q). 7. Customer service facilities. A. Dressing and fitting rooms. In dressing or tilling rooms provided for use by the general public. customers or employees, at least 5 percent. but not less than one room, in each group of rooms serving distinct and different functions shall he accessible complying with Section 3109 (w). B. Counters and windows. Where customer sales and service counters or win- dows are provided a portion of the counter or at least one window, shall be accessi- ble in accordance with Section 3109 (w). C. Shelving and display. Self - service shelves or display units in retail occu- pancies shall be located on an accessible route in accordance with Section 3109 (b) D. Checkout aisles. Accessible checkout aisles shall be installed in accordance with Table No. 31 -E and Section 3109 (w). 8. Controls. operating mechanisms and hardware. Controls, operating mechanisms and hardware, including switches that control lighting and ventilation and electncal convenience outlets, in accessible spaces. along accessible routes, or as parts of accessible elements shall comply with Section 3109 (c). 604.11 • EXHIBIT B 1991 UNIFORM BUILDING CODE 3109 confined on all or part of three sides shall not be less than 36 inches wide where forward approach is provided, or 60 inches wide where parallel approach is pro- vided. E. Forward reach. Where the clear floor space allows only forward approach to an object. the maximum high forward reach allowed shall not be higher than 48 inches. Reach obstructions 20 inches or less deep may project into the clear space provided that knee clearance is maintained according to Section 3109 (b) 3 C. Reach obstructions greater than 20 inches deep may project into the clear space provided that the reach obstruction shall not exceed 25 inches deep and the maxi- mum high forward reach shall not exceed 44 inches high. The minimum low for- ward reach shall not be lower than 15 inches. See ADAAG Figure 5. F. Side reach. Where the clear floor space allows parallel approach by a person in a wheelchair, the maximum high side reach allowed shall not be higher than 54 inches. Obstructions no greater than 34 inches high and no more than 24 inches deep may be located in the side reach area provided that when such obstructions are present the side reach shall not be more than 46 inches. The minimum low side reach shall not be lower than 9 inches. See ADAAG Figure 6. (c) Controls and Hardware. I. Operation. Handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operating devices on doors, windows, cabinets, plumbing fixtures and stor- age facilities shall have lever or other shape permitting operation by wrist or arm pressure and not requiring tight grasping, pinching or twisting to operate. The force required to activate such equipment shall be no greater than 5 pounds- force. Doors shall corn . ly with Section 3304. 2. Mounting eights. The highest operable part of environmental and other controls, dispensers, receptacles and other operable equipment shall be within at least one of the reach ranges specified in Section 3109 (b), and not less than 36 in- ches above the floor. Electncal and communications system receptacles on walls shall be mounted a minimum of 15 inches high above the floor. Door ha wr warre shall be mounted not more than 48 inches above the finished floor. ee ADAAG Figures 5 and .. 3. Clear floor space. Clear floor space that allows a forward or a side approach shall be provided at all controls or hardware. See ADAAG Figures 5 and 6. (d) Accessible Route. I. Width. The minimum clear width of an accessible route shall be 36 inches except at doors (see Section 3109 (i) 21. Where an accessi- ble route includes a 180- degree turn around an obstruction which is less than 48 inches wide. the clear width of the accessible route around the obstruction shall be 42 inches minimum. See ADAAG Figures 1.2 and 3. Where an accessible route is less than 60 inches wide, passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches shall be located at intervals not to exceed 200 feet. A T- shaped intersection of two comdors or walks may be used as a passing space. EXCEPTION: The minimum width for single wheelchair passage may be 32 in- ches for a maximum distance of 24 inches. 2. Height. Accessible routes shall have a clear height of not less than 80 inches. Where the vertical clearance of an area adjoining an accessible route is less than 80 604.13 4.3 Accessible Route 4.3.7 Slope ■ • /0 MAX 3. 233 : ti�� i� i � � �� I ' � l i S I 1 _ I_ �/ I ' _ i _ . , ; �11 i o e E gg � �s il �. y' of i s R � 48 � i ..' ,- , iii I /aiei�� l 1220 .11 I � �� 10 mu 30 1 ` • 253 NO ( (a) (b) High Forward Reach Umrt Gear Floor Space Parallel Approach High and Lour Side Reach Limits • • X , g I ■!1 r_...".„._,. Ili a' ` $ •A i i 1 : 1 1 til ,... , ,'. ` iii z (c) wr _ _�, Ma.dmum Side Reach over Obstruction 48 Z t : , Pg. 6 Side Reach seta NOTE ■ wag a 4: 25 in MS mm); a NW be 3 a When a < 201n (510 mm) then y .hall be 48 In (1220 nun) maximum. 4.3.7 Slope. An accessible route with a ramp. ramp, elevator, or platform lilt (as permit- When a s 20 to 2S to (510 to 635 mm), then y.hall be M in (1120 mm) maamum running slope greater than 1:20 1s a ramp and tad to 4.1.3 and 4. /.6) shall be provided that (b) shall comply with 4.8. Nowhere shall the cross complies with 4.7. 4.8. 4.10. or 4.11. =pee- slope of an accessible route occeed 1:50. trvely. An accessible route does not triclinia Ptardmum Poniard Reach over an Obstruction p stairs. steps. or escalators. See dell) 4.3.8 Changes In Levels. Changes in levels 'egress. means or in 3.5. m Flg. S along an accessible route shall comply with 4 .3.9 Doors. D oors along an acctq X to Forward Reach 4.5 2. If an accessible route has changes In , level greater than 1/2 In (13 mml. then a curb shall comply with 4.13. 18 ' 19 In EXHIBIT D 4.28 Alarms 4.27.2 Clear Floor Space. Clear floor space (1 ) The lamp shall be a xenon strobe type or complying with 4.2.4 that allows a forward or a equivalent • parallel approach by a person using a wheel- chair shall be provided at controls. dispensers. (2) The color shall be clear or nominal white receptacles. and other operable equipment. (Le.. unfiltered or clear filtered white light). 4.27.3• Height. The highest operab e part (3) The maximum pulse duration shall be tu:o- of controls. dispensers. receptacles, and other tenths of one second (0.2 sec) with a maximum operable equipment shall be placed within at cycle of 40 percent. The pulse duration is least one of the reach ranges specified in 4.2.5 defined as the time interval between initial and and 4.2.6. Electrical and communications anal points of 10 percent of maximum signal system receptacles on walls shall be mounted no less than 15 in (380 mm1 above the floor. (4) The intensity shall be a minimum of 75 candela. l F7CCEP17ON: These requirements do not apply where the use of special equipment dictates (5) The flash rate shall be a minimum of otherwise or where elecwical and communuaa- .1 Hz and a maximum of 3 Hz. Boris systems receptacles are not normally intended for use by building occupants. (6) The appliance shall be placed 80 in (2030 mm) above the highest floor level within 4.27.4 Operation. Controls and operating the space or 6 in (152 mm/ below the ceiling. mechanisms shall be operable with one hand whichever is lower. and shall not require tight grasping, pinching. or twisting of the wrist. The force required to (7) In general. no place in any room or space activate controls shall be no greater than 5 lbf required to have a visual signal appliance shall (22.2 N). be more than 50 ft (15 m) from the signal (in the horizontal plane). In large rooms and spaces 4.28 Alarms. exceeding 100 f t (30 in) across, without obstruc- tions 6 f 1(2 ml above the finish floor. such as 4.28.1 GeaeraL Alarm systems required to auditoriums. devices may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum 100 ft (30 m) be accessible by 4.1 shall comply with 4.28. At apart in lieu of suspending appliances from a minimum. visual signal appliances shall be the ceiling. provided trt buildings and facilities in each of the following areas: restrooms and any other (8) No place in common corridors or hallways general usage areas (e.g.. meeting rooms). in which visual alarm signalling appliances are hallways, lobbies. and any other area for required shall be more than 50 f t (15 mi from common rise. the signal. 4.28.2' Audible Alarms. If provided. audible 4.28.4' A11?ili2ry Alarms. Units and sleep - emergency alarms shall produce a sound that exceeds the prevailing equivalent sound level ing accommodations shall have a visual alarm in the room or space by at least 15 dbA or connected to the building emergency alarm exceeds any maximum sound level with a system or shall have a standard 110 -volt elec- trical receptacle into which such an alarm can duration of 60 seconds by 5 dbA. whichever is louder. Sound levels for alarm signals shall be connected and a means by which a signal from not exceed 120 dbA. the budding emergency alarm system cart trigger such an auxiliary alarm. When visual 4.28.3' Visual Alarms. Visual alarm signal alarms are in place the signal shall be visible to all areas of the unit or appliances shall be Integrated Into the building or facility alarm system. If single station audible for use of the au = +t+�ry alaarm rm or receptacle Instructions alarms are provided then single station visual shall be provided. • alarm signals shall be provided. Visual alarm signals shall have the following minimum • photometric and location features: 52 • • MEIER & FRANK - WASHINGTON SQUARE BUILDING INTERIORS WORK DOOR HARDWARE 08712 -4 I1' 2.02 KEYING A. Door Locks: Keying will be by Owner. Supply locks with construction cores (Best). i� 2.03 FINISHES A. Finishes are identified in schedule at end of this section. I:I . PART 3 EXECUTION ! 3.01 INSPECTION A. Verify that doors and frames are ready to receive work and dimensions are as indicated on shop drawings and/or instructed by the manufacturer. B. Verify that power supply fi/ p pply is available to Detex door alarms. C. Beginning of installation means acceptance of existing conditions. 3.02 INSTALLATION A. Install hardware in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and requirements of SDI, NAAMM, AWI, ANSIMFPA 80, BHMA and DHI. B. Use the templates provided by hardware item manufacturer. C. Conform to ANSI A117.1 for positioning requirements for the handicapped. D. Provide 3 single rubber silencers for single doors on strike side. 3.03 SCHEDULE A. Group 1: Doors Nos. 208a, 211a, 215a and 266a. 1 -1/2 pr. Butts 4- 1/2x4 -1/2 FBB179 652 1 1 ea. Lock 93K7D15D 626 1 ea. Closer 4011 689 1 ea. Stop 407 -1/2 630 1 set Gasket S88D 3 ea. Silencers 20R if MEIER & FRANK - WASHINGTON SQUARE �I BUILDING INTERIORS WORK II DOOR HARDWARE 08712 -5 B. Group 2: Doors Nos. 100a, 102a, 104a, 120a, 127a, 131a, 134b, 137a, 203a, 204a, 218a, 226a, 227a, *228a, *228b, 234a, 239a, 239b, 244a, 245a, 252a, 260a, 260b, 260c, 261a, 264a, 269a, 273a, and 111a. 1 -1/2 pr. Butts 4- 1/2x4 -1/2 FBB179 652 1 ea. Lock 93K7R15D 626 1 ea. Closer 4011 689 1 ea. Stop 407- 1 /2 630 • 3 ea. Silencers 20 *2 pr. Butts 4- 1/2x4 -1/2 FBB179 652 C. Group 3: Door Nos. 199a (Alternate Bid No. Nine) 3 pr. Butts 4- 1/2x4 -1/2 FBB179 652 1 ea. Lock - 43K7R15D 626 1 ea. Dummy Trim 1 DT 626 2 ea. Stop 441 630 2 ea. Flush Bolts 457 (inactive leaf) 1 set Weatherstrip 588D D. Group 4: Doors Nos. 207b and 207c. 1 -1/2 pr. Butts 4- 1/2x4 -1/2 FBB168 652 1 ea. Exit Device 99L -F 626 1 ea. Cylinder 1E72 626 1 ea. Closer 4111 689 1 ea. Stop 407- 1 /2 630 1 set Gasket S88D E. Group 5: Doors Nos. 212a, 213a and 214a. 1 -1/2 pr. Butts 4- 1/2x4 -1/2 FBB179 652 1 ea. Push Plate 110 630 1 ea. Pull Plate 106x20 630 1 ea. Closer 4011 689 1 ea. Kick Plate 10x2 LDW B3EKP 630 1 ea. Stop 407 -1/2 630 3 ea. Silencers 20R 1 . .. • u I MEIER & FRANK - WASHINGTON SQUARE BUILDING INTERIORS WORK DOOR HARDWARE 08712- 1 F. Group 6: Door No 235a. • . 1 -1/2 pr. Butts 4- 1/2x4 -1/2 FBB179 652 • 1 1 ea. Lock 93K7R15D 626 2 ea. Hush Bolts 458 -12' ; 626 1 ea. Dust Pr. Str. 489x487 626 1 ea. Stop 407-1/2 630 4 ea. Silencers 20R G. Group 7: Doors Nos. 246a, 246b, 247a, 249a, 250a, 251a, 253a and 254a. 1 -1/2 p r. Butts 4- 1/2x4 -1/2 FBB179 652 1 1 ea. Lock 93K7AB15D 626 1 ea. Stop 407 -1/2 630 3 ea. Silencers 20R H. Group 8: Door No. 256a i 1 -1/2 pr. Butts 4- 1/2x4 -1/2 652 1 ea. Lock 93K7R15D 626 1 ea. Stop 407 -1/2 630 3 ea. Silencers 20R I I. Group 9: Doors Nos. 257a, 257b, 142a, 143a. 1 -1/2 pr. Butts 4- 1/2x4 -1/2 FBB179 652 I 1 ea. Lock 93K7D15D 626 1 Closer 4011 689 1 ea. Stop 407 -1/2 630 3 ea. Silencers 20R J. Group 10: Doors Nos. 106b,106c and 118c. 1 -1/2 pr. Butts 4-1/2x4-1/2' FBB168 652 1 ea. Exit Device 99L -F 626 1 ea. Cylinder 1E72 626 1 ea. Closer 4111 689 1 ea. Stop 407 -1/2 630 i 1 ea. Threshold 3' wide 257a 1 1 set Weatherstripping S88D J l i i MEIER & FRANK - WASHINGTON SQUARE BUILDING INTERIORS WORK DOOR HARDWARE 08712 -7 K. Group 11: Door 228c (chain -link gate) 1 1 ea. Padlock (Best) L. Group 12: Doors 227b and 246c 1 1 -1/2 pr. Butts 4- 1/2x4 -1/2 FBB168 652 �. 1 ea. Latchset 93K0Y158 626 1 ea. Closer 4011 689 1 ea. Stop 407 -1/2 630 3 ea. Silencers 20R 1 END OF SECTION I I • it