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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FOR ACTION
PORT AUTHORITY COMMISSION MEETING DATE: OCTOBER 20, 1992
AGENDA ITEM:
AGENDA SECTION:
WORK SESSION
WORK SESSION
PREPARED BY:
AGENDA NO.
JOHN MILLER, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
ATTACHMENTS:
APPROVE BY:J
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This should be a productive work session.
The commissioners will first have an opportunity to visit with DCHRA
Executive Director, Mark Ulfers, and the HRA's architect Victor Zeuthen
about senior housing in Rosemount. The architect will have some concept
plans for location of the housing. City Engineer Bud Osmundson will also
be in attendance to discuss the impact of the housing on utility locations.
Dick Hanson will be present (about 6:00) to discuss his experiences in
locating a new manufacturing site for Lexington Standard. I've discussed
this with Councilmember Sheila Klassen and we are in agreement that the
Port Authority's visit with Hanson should provide valuable insight to the
development of the proposed business park.
Finally, Paul Heimkes, the Rosemount Building Official, and Lisa Freese,
Rosemount Planning Director, wants to visit with the Port Authority
regarding city code requirements. In particular they are representing city
building and planning staff people who want assurances that the Port
Authority will follow all code requirements when engaged in relocation
activities. I've suggested to them that the Port Authority might consider
adoption of a resolution binding itself to meeting the code requirements.
This could be done at the November 3 meeting.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
None. Discussion items only.
PORT AUTHORITY ACTION:
VICTOR Z LITH EN
D E S I G N
16 October 1992
Mr. Mark Ulfers
Dakota County HRA
2496 145th Street West
Rosemount, MN 55063
Dear Mark
I am pleased to submit this study for the senior housing needs
for the City of Rosemount.
I will be more than happy to dicuss the findings of this report
with you, your staff, or the officials in Rosemount.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, please feel
free to call me.
As always, Mark, I appreciate the opportunity to serve the HRA.
Sincerely,
VIIITOR ZEUTHEN DESIGN
Victor E Zeuthen
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EXISTING SITE CONDITIONS
The site in this study is bounded by South Robert Trail (HW#
3) on the west, Cedar Street and Maple Street on the north
and south respectively, and the railroad ROW on the east. The
westerly 150' of the block along So Robert Trail is primarily
commercial/retail and to the south of Maple Street industrial
elevators and storage served by the railroad. The rail service
is approximatey 20 slow moving trains
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gently 10' from tyhe NW corner to the SE corner. Thereeislanes
existing housing project to the north across Cedar Street. There
are approximately 6-10 trees on this site which should be
considered for saving. All schemes presented in this report
involve the removal of the car wash, metal storage facility,
and some older homes to prepare the site for senior housing.
HOUSING BUILDING TYPE
As with other HRA senior's projects, hte programmed building
type assumed for this study is as follows:
40-42 Units of housing, "' one bedroom units, two bedroom
units.
Three Story wood frame Type III construction with full fire
protection.
Double loaded corridor (units on both sides of corridor)
Lounge, dining, kitchen, and community spaces.
Fully handicapped accessible.
Elevator sevice to all levels.
Management office on site.
Full underground one level enclosed parking garage accessable
by elevator to the rest of the building, approximately 20
cars.
Full security systems for all areas.
Maintenance -free exterior of primarily brick with metal siding
accents to help with the scale of the building.
Elevator will be centrally located.
Preliminary cost budget is $43,000-$48,000/ unit.
This building program has been found to give us simply the most
building for the dollar. The 40 unit+
for
management efficiency. The double loaded scorridoresary isize issnecessary
to accomplish the enclosed parking below. Enclosed parking is
an excellent ammenity for seniors. We do not want to exceed
three stories in heighth for both scale and construction type.
SCHEME A
Scheme A vacates Main Street with an access Cul du sac to
the north. It also saves existing single family homes to
th north. This scheme was developed to stay as far away as
Possible from the service station on the block. The SE wing
is turned perpendicular to the railroad ROW for better orient
ation. There is a possiblility for a south entrance with auto
access.
SCHEME B
Scheme B allows for Main Street
accomplish this, parking will be
the north. A wall enclosed patio
some measure of outdoor privacy.
east/west so that units will not
station. Enclosed parking garage
SCHEME C
to continue through. To
accross the street or to
to the west will provide
The north wing is turned
overlook the service
access is to the south.
Scheme C also vacates Main street and places the structure
to the north with vehicular access to the south. Units are
oriented to either the north or south, which is a little less
desirable than the othe schemes. A main south entrance is
good sun orientation. An optional entrance is possible to
the north off of Cedar Street.
DISCUSSION
All three schemes would provide excellent housing for Rosemount.
Vacating Main Street creates a quieter, more residential,
development, but may be difficult to accomplish.
Also, sub surface conditions can, and have in the past, greatly
effected the costs, so soil exploration is critical before
selecting a scheme. In all schemes it would be possible to add
a few townhomes (3-8) to the site for families. Acguisition
costs and relocation of existing home owners are other variables.
It has been assumed that this 40 unit project
is not expandable. Parking provided both enclosed and surface
will be sufficient to serve the project, but not
excessive -approximately 20-30 parking stalls total. This has
often required a variance from existing zoning codes. Finally,
soil contamination near the railroad should be suspected and
studied.
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CITY OF ROSEMOUNT
BUILDING INSPECTION DIVISION
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
SERVICE OVERVIEW
HOW ARE CODES USED
Code enforcement follows the development review and coordination
process and involves inspections and enforcement that ensures
ongoing compliance with zoning, building, and fire regulations.
It is the close enforcement of these regulations that makes a
community a safe, healthy, and attractive place in which to live
and do business. The consolidation of Planning Development,
Inspections and Code Enforcement and Public Works functions has
provided a closer linkage between the City workings and the public
perception of City Government.
WHY DO WE HAVE BUILDING INSPECTIONS AND FIRE INSPECTIONS
The purpose of the building code is to provide a minimum standard
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 the fire code is to prescribe regulations consistent
with national recognized good practice for the safeguarding to a
reasonable degree of life and property from the hazards of fire and
explosion arising from the storage, handling and use of hazardous
substances, materials and devices, and from conditions hazardous
to life or property in the use or occupancy of buildings or
premises.
WHO HAS THE AUTHORITY TO ENFORCE THE CODES
Powers and Duties of the Buildincr Official
A. General. The building official is hereby authorized and
directed to enforce all the provisions of the code. For
such purposes, he shall have the powers of a law
enforcement officer.
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 may be
necessary to carry out the functions of the code
enforcement agency.
Responsibility for Enforcement of Fare Codes
Under the Building Official, the Fire Marshal shall be responsible
for the administration and enforcement of the Fire Code and related
ordinances of the jurisdiction pertaining to:
1. The prevention of fires.
2. The suppression or extinguishing of dangerous or
hazardous fires.
3. The storage, use and handling of explosive, flammable,
combustible, toxic, corrosive and other hazardous
gaseous, solid and liquid materials.
4. The installation and maintenance of automatic, manual and
other private fire alarm systems and fire -extinguishing
equipment.
5. The maintenance and regulation'of fire escapes.
6. The maintenance of fire protection and the elimination
of fire hazards on land and in buildings, structures and
other property, including those under construction.
7. The maintenance of exits.
8. The investigation of cause, origin and circumstances of
fire.
9. The investigation, regulation and maintenance of licensed
day care providers within the City.
"XINNESOTA STATE BUILDING CODE"
MN. Stats. 16B.59 to 16B.73
THE MINNESOTA STATE BUILDING CODE IS TO BE USED IN ITS ENTIRETY BY
THE MUNICIPALITIES IN ADMINISTERING AND ENFORCING THE CODE AS WELL
AS BY DESIGNERS AND BUILDERS IN THEIR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF
BUILDINGS PERMITTED TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN OUR MUNICIPALITIES.
1. Uniform Building Code
2. Uniform Fire Code
3. National Fire Code
.4. Mn State Plumbing code
5. Uniform Mechanical Code
6. National Electrical Code
7. American National Standard Code for Elevators
8. Model Energy Code
9. One and Two Family Dwelling Code
10. Mn State Department of Health
11. On Site Sewage Treatment Code - MPCA
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PERMITS
Step by Step Procedure in Permit Issuance -
1. Upon receiving a completed application for permit, the permit
technician will review submitted information for the
following.
A. Completeness
B. Type of Construction
C. Review - Valuation
D. Verification of legal description and assignment of
address.
E. Possible need for and number of complete plans required
for distribution to other departments, such as Health,
Mechanical, Fire, Planning, etc. If plans are
incomplete, or do not agree with zoning approval, a
possible rejection is in order at this stage. This is
a critical and sensitive situation and requires tact and
diplomacy of the highest order.
2. Plans and working application are routed to plan check
section.
3. After plans are reviewed and approved, applicant is notified
by phone and permit can now be issued.
4. Permit technician issues permits and collects fees and;
A. returns one set of pians to applicant
B. issues inspection record card
C. issues validated permit.
Summary of building permits issued for the years listed below -
1987
1988
1989
1990
Single
Family Residential
154
266
194
184
Total
Permits Issued
1,242
1,591
1,398
1,250
Total
New Valuation
21, 636,313
31, 503, 732
29, 848, 949
23, 919, 587
Total
Permit Revenue
144,098
241,107
194,657
178,290
PLAN REVIEW
Plan review process involves the review of building plans for
compliance with the Building Code, State Codes, and local
ordinances. Compliance review includes ensuring that the plan is
accurate as to occupancy; type of construction; valuation; building
area; allowable area; planning and zoning considerations;
mechanical plans (i.e., plumbing, HVAC, fire suppression); special
fire prevention details; special equipment to be installed;
sewer/water; and engineering considerations.
Coordinate these reviews and approvals by the Fire Department,
Public Works, Planning/Zoning, and several state departments.
The following is a list of Code Documents used -
* Mn State Building Code
* Mn Handicap Access Code
* Uniform Building Code
* National Fire Protection Association
The objectives of the combined departments are
* Provide plan review services that result in structurally sound
buildings and that also offer fire and environmental safety.
* Provide thorough plan review services that will minimize the
problems and concerns to be later encountered during the field
inspection process.
* Complete plan reviews within two (2) weeks of the receipt of
application.
* Develop methods for soliciting feedback about the plan review.
* Attend conferences and other professional training
opportunities to keep current on plan review processes,
issues, goals, and policies.
PLAN REVIEW PROCESS FOR COMMERCIALZINDUSTRIAL PROJECTS
1. A pre -construction meeting with the architects, engineers,
developers and owners of the building is scheduled by the
Building Official. Engineering department, fire marshal,
mechanical inspectors and the City Planner are to be present.
2. The handouts for commercial building requirements are passed
out and each item is carefully discussed so everyone has a
complete understanding of the procedure and requirements.
3. If we have the complete set of plans, it will take about 2
weeks to complete the plan review. The inspectors work on
plans before 9:00 a.m.'-and spare time during the day if they
are not in the field.
4. After the plan review is complete the plan review meeting with
the architects, engineers, developers and owners of the
building is scheduled to discuss the code related items
involved.
5. After we have received the necessary code corrections and
documents, we recheck our plans to be sure all items have been
corrected. Plans are re -submitted with the appropriate code
corrections and checked by the inspectors.
6. Upon approval the permit is then issued.
LIFE SAFETY & NON-STRUCTURAL PORTION OF PLAN REVIEW
1. Occupancy Group - The plan reviewer is required to classify
the building according to hazard into an appropriate occupancy
grouping.
2. Type of Construction —Every building shall be classified by
the building official into one of the types of construction
as set forth in the code. It must be classified into the
lowest type construction which meets the minimum requirements
based on the occupancy group that is going to use the
building.
3. Location on Property - Building shall adjoin or have access
to a public way or yard on not less than one side. Exterior
walls shall have fire resistance and opening protection as set
forth in the code. This is based on minimum setbacks from
property lines or adjoining buildings.
4. Allowable Areas - The maximum floor area of a building must
not exceed the allowable floor area as based on occupancy
group and type of construction. There are tables in the code
book to govern the floor areas and increases that are allowed.
5. Occupant Load - The occupant load for a building shall be
determined in accordance with the Uniform Building Code. In
determining the occupant load, all portions of a building
shall be presumed to be occupied at the same time. The type
of occupancy and the occupant load determine the number of
exits required for the building or portions of a building.
6. Detailed Requirements - Check to make sure all ,these items
fall within the minimum requirements of the code.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
(k)
Sanitation requirements
Roof coverings
Glazing
Wall finishes
Fire resistant requirements
veneer
Fire extinguishing
Exiting
Facilities for physically
Energy conservation
City zoning requirements
handicapped
1.
2.
MECHANICAL PLAN REVIEW
All on-site utilities
a. Sanitary sewer and manholes
b. Water mains (fire hydrants, post -indicator valves, gate
valves, curb boxes and Fire Department access to the
siamese connection on the building.
C. Storm sewer
d. Handicap parking and access to building
e. coordinate with engineering and fire department
Mechanical review
a. Read spec books
b. Calculate plumbing fixtures' required for type of
occupancy
C. Check isometric drawings for code compliance for all
waste, vents and water pipe sizes.
d. Calculate total drainage fixture units.
e. Size underground drain system from all plumbing stacks
to where main drain leaves the building.
f. Calculate square footage of roof to the designed roof
drainage system. Check horizontal and vertical drain
sizes, plus check for emergency roof drainage.
g. Check number of water fixture units per building to
verify pipe sizes for C/W, H/W, H/WR and meter sizes.
h. Check for gas meter locations, size of piping and
material to appliances they serve.
i. Check energy, heating and cooling calculations for HVAC
systems
j. Check isometric drawings for pipe and duct sizes and
their location.
k. Check equipment listed for proper C.F.M., BTU's, fire
protection and control sequence.
1. Calculate room sizes for exhaust and ventilation
requirements for all occupied spaces such as rest rooms,
locker rooms, garages, kitchens, paint areas, warehouses,
etc.
M. Check for location of outside air supply inlets to verify
that no contaminated air such as plumbing vents, exhaust
fans and chimney can be re -circulated back into the
building HVAC system.
n. Check sizes and exits of mechanical rooms to be sure they
meet code requirements for the equipment to be installed.
o. Check for location of required smoke and fire dampers and
fire rated chases where ducts pass through fire
separations.
P. Check chimney sizes and location for equipment they serve
including required O.S. combustion air and rated chases
if required by the code.
q. Determine S.A.C., W.A.C. and utility charges.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
PLAN REVIEW FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION
Code enforcement inspections are conducted to ensure that the
premises, facilities, equipment, processes, operations, and fire
protection of a property comply with code requirements that have
been adopted as a matter of law. They include plan review, and
inspections during construction, to monitor the conditions. The
intent of the fire codes is to safeguard persons and property from
the hazards of fire and other emergencies.
1. Review Site Plans
Accessibility for Fire Department: Many factors have to be
considered in order to make a determination if the access and
hydrants are sufficient for the response of emergency
equipment.
- Hydrants
- Access road
- Access width
- Turning radius
- Turnarounds
— Overhead obstructions
— Fire lanes
Paved surface
- Grade
- Key box
- On-site protection - sprinklers, standpipes,
of construction type may have to be installed
for lack of access
2. Reviewing Architectural Drawings
or upgrading
to compensate
Following is some of the information needed to evaluate a
complete set of construction documents for compliance with
applicable codes and standards.
- Occupancy classification
- Construction classification
Area of the building
Height of the building
Extent of automatic extinguishment
Occupancy load
Exit systems
Exit access
Exits
Exit discharge
Separation of means of egress
Exit capacity
Arrangement of exits
protection
Travel distance
- Building compartmentation
Vertical openings
Atriums
Concealed spaces
Smoke barriers
Fire barriers
Hazardous areas
- Other considerations
Interior finish
Walls and ceilings
Floor coverings
— Portable fire extinguisher
Type and location
- Automatic sprinkler systems
Plans submitted for approval
Hood extinguishing systems
Plans submitted for approval
Fire alarm systems
Plans submitted for approval
- Emergency lights
- Exit signs
- Water supply
Fire flow
Proposed connection
Hydrant location - access
Standpipe and sprinkler requirements
Fire department connection
General building parameters
Determine location
Determine occupancy
Property line clearance
Special hazards
1. Propane tank installation
2. Underground or above ground flammable liquid
tanks
3. Flammable liquid mixing and handling rooms
4. Paint spray booths or rooms
5. Woodworking dust collection systems
6. High piled stock
CITY OF ROSEMOUNT
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. All construction or work for which a permit is required must
be inspected as per Mn State Building Code - MN. Stats. 16B.59
to 16B.73
2. The permit holder is responsible for scheduling inspections.
Request for inspection should be filed at least 24 hours in
advance, this allows the inspector to schedule his/her time
efficiently. Additional requests for an immediate inspection
will be taken care of if the days inspection schedule permits.
3. Contractors are provided an Inspection Record card to be
posted on the job for each inspector to sign the approval of
the inspection and the date. If the inspection is not
approved, a red tag is issued stating the violations. After
corrections have been completed it is the responsibility of
the permit holder to reschedule the inspection for approval.
SUMMARY OF FIELD INSPECTIONS 1990
1. Total number of inspections made in 1990 were 3150.
Total number of inspections made in 1989 were 3047.
2. Average number of inspections per day is approximately 14-
20. A peak day we could/would do approximately 30-35
inspections.
3. Average time per inspection including driving time is 15-30
minutes.
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TYPES OF INSPECTIONS
BUILDING INSPECTORS
1. Footings
A footing inspection is really a three part program:
a. Soil conditions
b. Setbacks and elevations
C. Footing size, depth and reinforcement
2. Foundation Inspection
a. Elevations - The garage floor and top of foundation must
be a minimum of 18" above street grade.
b. Damp Proofing - Check the contractors method, of damp
proofing the foundation.
c. Anchor Bolts - Check to make sure the proper length
anchor bolts have been used and their placement.
d. Wall Placement - Check to be sure proper wall sizes are
used and placed properly on the footings.
3. Malor Aspects of Framing Inspection
a. All prior heating, plumbing and electric "rough -in"
inspections are completed.
b. Exterior Wall and Roof Sheathing - material thickness,
nailing and bracing.
c. Roof Framinct - rafter or truss system, lumber size,
bearing, and bracing, notching and holes cut, adequate
ventilation.
d. Wall Framinct - lumber size, header and beam size and -
bearing, treated wood where needed, notching or holes
cut and fire stopping.
e. Floor and Stairway Framing Lumber size, notching or
holes cut, adequate bracing, minimum headroom, minimum
stairway dimensions, beam size and bearing.
f. Other - Egress window sizes, fireplace construction and
clearance to combustibles, attic access size and
location, backing for shower doors, handrails, etc.
g. Mechanical Check - Confirm both plumbing and heating
rough -in inspections have been completed and approved.
4. Maior Aspects of Insulation Inspection
a. Verify that all previous required inspections are
completed.
b. Check insulation minimum R -values verified.
C. Check that proper attic ventilation is maintained using
roof and soffit vents and vent baffles.
d. Check that all gaps around windows, doors, vent pipes,
etc. .are sealed with insulation.
e. Verify that all vents for ducts are attached and
insulated.
f. Verify that insulation does not directly contact flue
pipes, fireplace chimneys or electrical fixtures.
g. Make sure that a continuous single vapor barrier is
maintained.
h. Verify that a fire retardant vapor barrier is used in
unfinished living areas such as basements.
i. Verify that'all styrofoam insulation will be sheetrocked
for fire protection.
5. Major Aspects of Sheetrock Inspection
a. Verify that the proper thicknesses or sheetrock have been
used for stud and joist spacing.
b. Check for water resistive sheetrock installed according
to code or manufactures recommendations.`
C. Check screw and nail or cup fasteners for proper spacing
and support.
d. Verify that fire rated sheetrock was installed in proper
locations.
6. Final Inspection
The final inspection is the last opportunity to catch
violations of the code and assure compliance with written
orders. This final inspection is done thoroughly and with
the following check list:
a. Unauthorized Construction - Be sure there has been no
conversion or unauthorized construction.
b. Occupancy - Be sure the occupancy conforms to that stated
on the permit.
C. Underfloor Clearance - Be sure to inspect for underfloor
clearance and debris.
d. Screening of Vents - Be sure that vents and access
openings are screened.
e. Grading-- Parking Be sure that required grading is in
compliance and that.parking areas are as specified on the
plans.
f. Occupancy Load - Make sure the occupancy load is as noted
on the building permit.
g. Stairs and Exits - Make final .inspection of stairways and
all exit conditions for code compliance.
h. Fire Assemblies Be sure to inspect all fire doors,
walls, and windows.
i. Separations - Be sure all interior and exterior
separations are as required on the plans.
j. Fire Extinguishing Systems Be sure all fire
extinguishing systems are as required.
k. Mechanical Be sure that the mechanical installations
have been approved.
1. Handicap Accessibility - Check exiting and access to all
areas and toilet room facilities for handicap
accessibility.
M. Before issuing the occupancy permit it is necessary to
be certain that all corrections have been made.
CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY
After final inspection, when it is found that the building or
structure complies with the provisions of the code and other laws
which are enforced by the code enforcement agency, the building
official shall issue a Certificate of Occupancy which shall contain
the following:
1. The building permit number.
2. The address of the building.
3. The name and address of the owner.
4. A description of the portion of the building for which
the Certificate is issued.
5. A statement that the described portion of the building
complies with the requirements of the code for the group
and division of occupancy and the use for which the
proposed occupancy is classified.
6. The name of the building official, the fire marshall and
date issued.
PLUMBING INSPECTIONS
1. Utilities
Inspect and test all on site utilities and sanitary sewer,
storm sewer, water main and water service.
2. Rough -in Plumbing and Air Test
a. Air test is a 5 lbs. air test for 15 minutes for the
total plumbing system.
b. Check for code compliance for all plumbing wastes, vents,
and water piping.
3. Final Plumbing Inspection
a. All plumbing fixtures must be installed and shown to be
serviceable.
b. A minometer test is required for the final to prove that
the entire plumbing system is air tight.
C. All future plumbing openings must be properly capped.
d. Check all water service lines, P.R.V.'s, shut-off
valves, water meters etc. as per code.
e. Check outside water service values.
4. Septic System Inspections
a. Check system design for compatibility with house or
building. Review perc test data for design.
b. Check system location for setbacks to ponds/lakes, wells,
building and property lines.
C. Check tank capacity ,and treatment area size.
d. Verify type and installation of treatment area for
compliance with design and applicable codes.
e. Complete county recording form for approval.
HVAC INSPECTIONS
1. Rough -in HVAC
a. Check for code compliance of all ducts, supply air and
return air.
b. Check that all exhaust duets, kitchen hoods, bath fans
etc. are vented to the atmosphere and insulated.
C. Check for size of chimney, fire stopping, attic thimble
and height of chimney.
d. Check for installation of smoke and fire dampers and
rated fire chases as per code requirements.
e. Air test all gas lines for a 24 hour period.
2. Final HVAC
a. Check final duct work, trunk line dampers, branch line
dampers, smoke and fire dampers (plus access), fire
controls and sequence at operation.
b. Check venting at all gas appliances.
c. Check gas piping and shut-off valves for code compliance.
d. Check for balancing at the heating and exhaust system.
e. Obtain all test records for gas, fire appliances from
mechanical contractor.
FIRE DEPARTMENT INSPECTIONS
On site inspections are made to ensure that the fire protection
provided for in the plans are not overlooked in construction.
These inspections also provide for the safety of the workers during
construction. These inspections are done in combination with other
inspections from time to time by the building inspectors also.
1. Site Inspection
a. Inspection access and hydrants location to ensure proper
location.
2. Rough -in Inspection
a. Inspect installation of sprinkler piping and heads for
compliance.
b. Inspect sprinkler system or hood extinguishing systems
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for code compliance.
C. Acceptance tests are performed to ensure it functions
properly and that they are monitored.
d. Fire alarm systems are inspected. All devices are tested
for proper operation. Monitoring, if required is tested.
e. Any other special requirements (i.e. underground tank,
spray booth or flammable storage room) is inspected for
compliance.
CITIZEN COMPLAINT CALLS
1. Zonincr
Zoning regulations are often viewed by the public as being
building code requirements or simply the code. Basically,
zoning is the use of the public power to regulate land use to
promote the public health, safety and welfare. Originally,
zoning grew out of the laws dealing with nuisances. With that
in mind here are a few of the problems we deal with on a daily
basis:
Parked junked cars, boats, campers, un -mowed grass, wood
piles, garbage, fences, neighborhood disputes and
drainage problems are always on the top of the list. We
also get calls about apartment owners who do not stay on
top of their repairs and maintenance. In the spring we
will get a lot of erosion calls and muddy streets where
new construction is taking place.
We could spend hours talking about specific cases. No matter
how small a problem may seem to us it is a major issue to the
citizen calling and complaining. The inspectors are
instructed to handle each call with that concept in mind. It
is important that we respond to complaints and handle all
these situations equally.
2. Residential
Common complaints are:
a. Lot drainage
b. Wet basements
C. Poor workmanship (painting, cracks in sheetrock, popping
sheetrock nails, leaking roof and windows and squeaking
floors) .
d. Contractors starting construction in early morning hours,
(before 7:00 a.m.)
e. Construction materials blowing around project and project
not kept clean.
3. Commercial
a. Plumbing and heating not working
b. Landlords and property owners not properly maintaining
their properties.
C. Calls on insects, rodents, and pets.
d. Calls from tenants who are trying to break their lease.
SCOPE _OF_THE BUILDING DIVISION_ FUNCTIONS/ROLES
Building Department: Detailed plan review
Permit issuance
Field inspections
Occupancy certification
Contractor licensing
SAC/surcharge administration
Public health nuisance coordination
Zoning/code enforcement
Environmental complaint coordination
Interdepartmental contact
Builder/developer contact
Community contact
state Code Division liaison
Permanent records administration
Policy research
Fire Department liaison
Existing structure fire inspection program
New construction fire code plan review
Fire suppression system plan review
Fire investigations and summary reports
Arson investigation/counseling
State Fire Marshal liaison
City fire rating evaluation/coordination
Hazardous materials inventory/ coordination
Support Staff: Department word processing
Department message center
Permit issuance/records keeping
Department filing system
Inspections scheduler
Appointments scheduler
Parcel ID/address/occupant filing &
recording system
Utility and Planning Commission recording
secretary
EDA recording secretary (Port Authority)
Cable/UC/CC packet coordination and
distribution
Planning/Building/Economic Development
telephone inquiries
Assessment information/property searches
Builder/developer contact
Community contact
Interdepartmental contact
Public Works Department inquiries and
scheduling
Permit verification with Country/Metro
agencies
Contractor licensing/administration
Establish/administer addressing system
Coordinate addressing with Country, Metro
911, ISD 196
BUILDING INSPECTOR - TYPICAL DAILY ACTIVITIES
7:30 am - 8:45 am Plan review time
Code consultation with public
Schedule inspections
Return calls
Coordinate projects with other departments
Status reports to Bldg Off. & Planner
General clerical work
Policy -code research
Issue permits
Prepare other misc. reports
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Field inspections
Special meetings
Zoning inspections
Progress inspections
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm .
1:00 Pm - 3:30 pm
Same as 7:30 - 8:45 am
Field inspections
Special meetings
Zoning inspections
Progress inspections
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Same as 7:30 - 8:45 am
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SCOPE OF INSPECTORS ACTIVITIES
I. Detailed plan review
1.) Structural
2.)Fire & life safety
3.)Plumbing
4.)Heating - venting & air conditioning
5.)Health
6.)Zoning
II. Permit issuance
1.)Explain plan review corrections
2.)Discuss required inspections
3.)Discuss contractors responsibility
III. Field inspections
1.)Average of 13 inspections per SFD
2.)Special inspections (problems -fires -pre const. -progress)
3.)Zoning inspections
4.)Commercial inspections - anywhere from 2 500 per building
IV. Occupancy certification
1.)Reinspect - re -issuance for retail spaces
2.)Reissue conditional occupancy certificates
V. Contractor licensing
1.)Provide up to date info on new code requirements
2.)Provide public record of contractors liability & work comp
insurance
3.)Maintain license certification & records
VI. Zoning code enforcement
1.)Enforce requirements of code
2.)Do inspections
3.)Provide code documentation
4.)Provide input on changes to code
VII. Interdepartmental contact
1.)Vehicle zoning complaint - coordination with police
2.)Permit issuance - utility inspection with engineering
3.)Permits and inspections on City structures
4.)Coordination and preconstruction meetings with other
departments
5.)Water meter sets with engineering
6.)Health complaints with police
7.)Assist in preparing plans, specs and space studies on City
projects
8.)"Liaison" between property owners and other City
departments
VIII. Inter -community contact
1.)Liaison between City and State Codes Divisions
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2.)Code interpretations and uniform requirements in Dakota
County cities
3.)Policy research with other cities in the county
4.)Code interpretations for architects, engineers, contractor
and general public
5.)Provide local site history and records information
IX. Builder, developer contact
1.)Help develop a yearly contractors school for area
contractors
2.)Provide site history and records information
3.)Provide site zoning and code requirements
4.)Discuss/problem solving for on site conditions
5.)Provide individual inspections - records and correction
information
X. Permanent records administration
1.)Record and maintain all plans, specs, inspections,
occupancy certificates
2.)Maintain general inspection histories - valuations - fees
3.)Maintain master address file
4.)Provide and maintain general handouts and application forms
XI. Policy research
1.)Intercity policy differences and uniformity
2.)All code(s)
3.)Research
CITY OF ROSEMOUNT
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FOR ACTION
PORT AUTHORITY COMMISSION MEETING DATE: OCTOBER 20, 1992
AGENDA ITEM:
AGENDA SECTION:
WORK SESSION
WORK SESSION
PREPARED BY:
AGENDA NO.
JOHN MILLER, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
ATTACHMENTS:
APPROVE BY:
NONE
This should be a productive work session.
The commissioners will first have an opportunity to visit with DCHRA
Executive Director, Mark Ulfers, and the HRA's architect Victor Zeuthen
about senior housing in Rosemount. The architect will have some concept
plans for location of the housing. City Engineer Bud Osmundson will also
be in attendance to discuss the impact of the housing on utility locations.
Dick Hanson will be present (about 6:00) to discuss his experiences in
locating a new manufacturing site for Lexington Standard. I've discussed
this with Councilmember Sheila Klassen and we are in agreement that the
Port Authority's visit with Hanson should provide valuable insight to the
development of the proposed business park.
Finally, Paul Heimkes, the Rosemount Building Official, and Lisa Freese,
Rosemount Planning Director, wants to visit with the Port Authority
regarding city code requirements. In particular they are representing city
building and planning staff people who want assurances that the Port
Authority will follow all code requirements when engaged in relocation
activities. I've suggested to them that the Port Authority might consider
adoption of a resolution binding itself to meeting the code requirements.
This could be done at the November 3 meeting.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
None. Discussion items only.
PORT AUTHORITY ACTION:
`ACTOR ZE UTH EN
D E S I G N
16 October 1992
Mr. Mark Ulfers
Dakota County HRA
2496 145th Street West
Rosemount, MN 55063
Dear Mark
I am pleased to submit this study for the senior housing needs
for the City of Rosemount.
I will be more than happy to dicuss the findings of this report
with you, your staff, or the officials in Rosemount.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, please feel
free to call me.
As always, Mark, I appreciate the opportunity to serve the HRA.
Sincerely,
VICTOR ZEUTHEN DESIGN
Victor E Zeuthen
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EXISTING SITE CONDITIONS
The site in this study is bounded by South Robert Trail (HW#
3) on the west, Cedar Street and Maple Street on the north
and south respectively, and the railroad ROW on the east. The
westerly 150' of the block along So Robert Trail is primarily
commercial/retail and to the south of Maple Street industrial
elevators and storage served by the railroad. The rail service
is approximatey 20 slow moving trains per day. The site slopes
gently 10' from tyhe NW corner to the SE corner. There is an
existing housing project to the north across Cedar Street. There
are approximately 6-10 trees on this site which should be
considered for saving. All schemes presented in this report
involve the removal of the car wash, metal storage facility,
and some older homes to prepare the site for senior housing.
HOUSING BUILDING TYPE
As with other HRA senior's projects, hte programmed building
type assumed for this study is as follows:
40-42 Units of housing, 2 one bedroom units, 2 two bedroom
units.
Three Story wood frame Type III construction with full fire
protection.
Double loaded corridor (units on both sides of corridor)
Lounge, dining, kitchen, and community spaces.
Fully handicapped accessible.
Elevator sevice to all levels.
Management office on site.
Full underground one level enclosed parking garage accessable
by elevator to the rest of the building, approximately 20
cars.
Full security systems for all areas.
Maintenance -free exterior of primarily brick with metal siding
accents to help with the scale of the building.
Elevator will be centrally located.
Preliminary cost budget is $43,000-$48,000/ unit.
This building program has been found to give us simply the most
building for the dollar. The 40 unit+/- size is necessary for
management efficiency. The double loaded corridor is necessary
to accomplish the enclosed parking below. Enclosed parking is
an excellent ammenity for seniors. We do not want to exceed
three stories in heighth for both scale and construction type.
SCHEME A
Scheme A vacates Main Street with an access Cul du sac to
the north. It also saves existing single family homes to
th north. This scheme was developed to stay as far away as
Possible from the service station on the block. The SE wing
is turned perpendicular to the railroad ROW for better orient
ation. There is a possiblility for a south entrance with auto
access.
SCHEME B
Scheme B allows for Main Street
accomplish this, parking will be
the north. A wall enclosed patio
some measure of outdoor privacy.
east/west so that units will not
station. Enclosed parking garage
SCHEME C
to continue through. To
accross the street or to
to the west will provide
The north wing is turned
overlook the service
access is to the south.
Scheme C also vacates Main street and places the structure
to the north with vehicular access to the south. Units are
oriented to either the north or south, which is a little less
desirable than the othe schemes. A main south entrance is
good sun orientation. An optional entrance is possible to
the north off of Cedar Street.
DISCUSSION
All three schemes would provide excellent housing for Rosemount.
Vacating Main Street creates a quieter, more residential,
development, but may be difficult to accomplish.
Also, sub surface conditions can, and have in the past, greatly
effected the costs, so soil exploration is critical before
selecting a scheme. In all schemes it would be possible to add
a few townhomes (3-8) to the site for families. Acquisition
costs and relocation of existing home owners are other variables.
It has been assumed that this 40 unit project
is not expandable. Parking provided both enclosed and surface
will be sufficient to serve the project, but not
excessive -approximately 20-30 parking stalls total. This has
often required a variance from existing zoning codes. Finally,
soil contamination near the railroad should be suspected and
studied.
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