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MEMO To Joel Hanson From: Greg Schmlt Date: 1/5/96 Subject: Old Fire Station In my opinion there are three options for the building. Option 1. ,po nothing - keeping in mind that repairs to the roof In particular, may be necessary Simply to prevent further damage to the structure and its electrical system. This option may also have liability implications with regard to ADA and Ramsey County Health Dept. requirements for food service. This option is also not to be construed as approval of the building for assembly purposes unless the Ilfe safety provisions outlined In option three are Implemented. Option 2. Proceed with the renovations as outlined In the memo of November 16.1995 from Paul Finsness, With the addition of internal accessible routes and some minor adjustments to sanitation facilities, the building could be brought into compliance for the desired uses. Option 3. Maintain the upper level as parking/storage/011m and provide accessible sanl =tion facility and basic. life safety upgrades to allow use of lower level fpritssembly ourooses (note that occupant load would be limited to approximately 130peopJe), Under this scenario the kitchen area should be abandoned and an accessible bathroom constructed In its place. The other Items which would have to be addressed are: • Provide "rated" doors and wall separating garage from office on upper level. • Add exhaust fan In upper level toilet room. Provide "rated" door and enclosure at foot of stairs and area under stair. • Provide proper waste and vent for upper level toilet room. • Provide required clearance for vent pipe on horizontal furnace. • Separate water heater and furnace In existing kitchen from assembly area and provide proper return air connection. • Provide emergency and exit lighting. • Provide accessible exit doors (2) with panic hardware at lower level, " Provide accessible parking and signage. Page 100