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110 -118 Oak Street, Florence MA
SEA# S09-003
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March 19, 2009
110 -118 Oak Street, Florence MA
SEA# S09 -003
It is SEA's professional opinion that the current fire escape systems can still be used for emergency egress, however the
recommended repairs should be made as soon as possible to prevent any further deterioration that could render the system
unusable. The continued maintenance of the structure, such as painting of the metal elements, should also be continued to
ensure the avoidance of future problems. It is important to note that this condition assessment is based on visual
examinations only and assumes that there are no hidden structural defects with the fire escapes' materials, attachments or
adjacent supporting building elements. Should you require any further clarifications or have any questions regarding this
letter report, please feel free to give me a call.
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March 10, 2007
Mr. Robert Ayotte
352 Habour Drive
Naples, FL 34103
RE: Existing Exterior Egress Stair Structures; 110 -118 Oak Street, Florence MA
Project #09 -003
Dear Mr. Ayotte:
Per your request, Schafer Engineering Associates (SEA) performed a visual inspection of the (2) existing steel - framed
exterior fire escape stair structures located at the above referenced address. The purpose of our investigation was to verify
the structures' structural condition, identify any visible signs of deterioration and offer any recommendations of repair, if
needed.
Exterior Stair Structure Description
The (2) exterior fire escape stair structures consist of various steel- framed members and (2) 8' -6" by 3' -6" concrete
landings that have 36" high perimeter steel railings. The 2 -story fire escape systems' landings are ascended through a
steel ladder, comprised of 2 "x1/4" vertical welded steel flat stock (located approximately 13" apart and 200" long) with
3 /4" round steel dowels (spaced 12" O.C.) serving as its rungs. The ladder is attached to the exterior brick veneer wall of
the home by (6) 6- 1/4 "x3 -1/2 "x1/4" steel angle brackets spaced approximately 100" apart with t /4" diameter expansion
anchor bolts. The steel railings are anchored into the concrete landings and the building's exterior brick wall using
expansion anchors of undeterminable depth and size. The 2 level's concrete landing is supported vertically by 3 -1/2"
steel tube columns, which are cast into the concrete landings of both levels and rest on (2) 8" diameter foundation piers.
The backside of the concrete landings are poured against and supported by the building's brick veneer wall. The (2) 8"
diameter foundation piers are poured concrete and 39" above grade with an undetermined depth into the ground.
Structural Observations and Recommendations
Overall the fire escape systems on both the east and west sides of the building appeared to be in good shape with only
minor repairs needed. The steel framing for both appeared to be in good condition and had been painted to help prevent
rust and deterioration from the elements. The concrete landings appeared to also be in very good condition with no signs
of cracking, deterioration or decay. The vertical and anchor supports for all of the systems were also in acceptable
condition requiring only minor varied repairs. The easternmost fire escape ladder was observed as having (1) loose
expansion anchor bolt into the existing brick veneer (middle expansion anchor on the left side of the ladder) that will
likely need to be replaced with an epoxy anchor. In addition, the railing on the left side of this same fire escape's 1s level
landing is loose and will need to be repaired or replaced with an epoxy anchor.
The western fire escape appeared in better shape, however its concrete landing supports appeared to have created some
cracking within the brick veneer joints, possibly allowing water and moisture to penetrate behind the brick veneer system.
These cracks should be cleaned and sealed with mortar compound to ensure proper support of the landings and prevent
further water and moisture intrusions behind the veneer system.
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SURVEYORS • ENGINEERS • LICENSED SITE PROFESSIONALS
Memorandum
DATE: 03/25/2009
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TO: Anthony Patillo, Building Department
FROM: Michael Schafer, P.E.
RE: 110 -118 Oak street; Fire Escape Inspection
CC: Robert Ayotte
Please find attached a copy for your files of the fire escape inspection report prepared for the above referenced
property, by our sister company Schafer Engineering Associates. Should you have any questions concerning
the report, please feel free to contact me at. Thank you!
30 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE EAST • NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS 01060 • (413) 584 -7444 . FAx (413) 586 -9159
1885 STATE STREET • SCHENECTADY, NEW YORK 12304 . (518) 393 -4767 . FAx (518) 393 -3510
16 -18 REYNOLDS AVENUE • ONEONTA, NEW YORK 13820 • (607) 432 -3300 . FAx (607) 432 -8313