32C-162 223 Pleasant St 2018-02-05
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Roberto’s Project – Revised Scope of Work
February 05, 2018
Mr. Louis Hasbrouck
Building Commissioner
City of Northampton
212 Main Street
Northampton, MA 01060
Dear Mr. Hasbrouck:
This letter is to inform you that the Roberto’s Remodel project scope of work has been reduced in order to meet the
Owner’s budgetary constraints. Attached to this letter, you will find an updated set of plans and code review to reflect
this new scope. In addition, you will receive a fire narrative from New England Fire Services, who will be performing any
fire alarm modifications. Below, please find a summary of the basic scope changes:
§ All work in the front dining area has been removed from the project
§ The bar configuration and materials have been altered
§ A number of finishes have changed ranging from flooring to electrical fixtures
The overall intent of the project [New, compliant bathrooms, a new front ramp, and updated bar area] remains the
same.
Per our discussion today, it is my understanding that a minimum ACT ceiling height of 7’0” in the back bar area is
acceptable. Due to existing conditions, it is not reasonable to raise the ceiling any higher. We will do our best to re-
insulate the cavity directly above the new ACT with fiberglass insulation. In addition, it is our understanding that
the following assembly in the main bar / bathroom area will be acceptable: 3” of closed cell foam applied directly
to the roof sheathing with 6.5” of open cell applied to the closed cell foam. Intumescent paint will be applied to the
open cell foam and act as the ignition barrier. The ACT ceiling below will be considered the Thermal Barrier.
Please feel free to contact me directly with any questions, concerns, or comments.
Sincerely,
Scott Keiter
Enclosures:
1. Revised Plans
2. Revised Code Review