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Building Code Board of Appeals
Tuesday, July 8, 2014
MINUTES
I. Call to Order
1: 2p. .
11. Roll Call
Present.-Ray Jones; Debbie Schibi, Randy Farrar and Chuck Anastos
Absent: Vincent Doyle
Staff Gene Delauro, Yvette Dodd, John Speights and Steven Rhea
111. Discussion and possible action regarding a variance to waive windstorm requirements for a
- proposed modular buildings. (Project: People Assisting Animal Control; Location: 5804 Ayers
Street;Requestor: Ramiro Munoz,111,PE,MLSE).
Steven Rhea,project manager,presented the project as two modular building onsite for P
that do not have a permanent foundation. The costs for a permanent foundation is not feasible for
this non-profit organization. Instead they are asking to use what was an acceptable methodyears
ago for windstorm with blocking and strapping. This would be submitted by an engineer and
inspected for windstorm compliance. Ram Munoz, engineer, explained that they will have third
party insurance on the program, but doesn't wish to have TWIA insurance. Mr. Delauro that the
municipal code does not mirror the language from the State and that staff is working towards
revising that language.
Mr. Delauro stated that municipal code allowed us to issues a conditional permit during the
appeal process. Mr. Munoz stated that the building is erect and ready for Certificate of
Occupancy. Staff recommends that this variance be approved as it meets 120mph tie down
standards no matter the type of foundation. Mr.Anastos asked if there is vertical reinforcement.
Mr. Munoz explained the vertical reinforcement that has been installed
Randy Farrar made a motion to approve the variance. Ray Jones second the motion, Motion
carried 4-0.
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IV. Public Comments
Ram Munoz stated the he has another project that he may be bringing in front of the Board.
V. Identify items to be placed on next agenda
No items to be placed on the agenda.
VI. Adjourn
2:14 p. .
Presiding Officer