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23A-146 (17) BP-2023-0698 130 PINE ST COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Map:Block:Lot: 23A-146-001 CITY OF NORTHAMPTON Permit: Alts Renovations Repair PERSONS CONTRACTING WITH UNREGISTERED CONTRACTORS DO NOT HAVE ACCESS TO THE GUARANTY FUND (MGL c.142A) BUILDING PERMIT Permit# BP-2023-0698 PERMISSIONkS HEREBY GRANTED TO: Project# INTERIOR RENO 2023 Contractor: License: Est. Cost: 175000 JEFFREY MORIN 97133 Const.Class: Exp.Date: 12/21/2021 Use Group: Owner: FLORENCE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Lot Size (sq.ft.) Zoning: URB Applicant: JEFFRE'( MORIN Applicant Address Phone: Insurance: 29 GRANT AVE (413)374-7799 NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060 ISSUED ON: 06/02/2023 TO PERFORM THE FOLLOWING WORK: PHASE 1 -SPRINKLER SYSTEM IN SANTUARY, PHASE 2 -SPRINKLER S STEM IN CONNECTOR &NEW COMMERCIAL KITCHEN,PHASE 3 -SPRINKLER SYSTEM IN PARISH H L POST THIS CARD SO IT IS VISIBLE FROM THE STREET Inspector of Plumbing Inspector of Wiring D.P.W. Building Inspector Underground: Service: Meter: Footings: Rough: Rough: House # Foundation: Final: Final: Final: Rough Frame: Gas: Fire Department Driveway Final: Fireplace/Chimney: Rough: Oil: Insulation: Smoke: Final: THIS PERMIT MAY BE REVOKED BY THE CITY OF NORTHAMPTON UPON VIOLATION OF ANY OF ITS RULES AND REGULATIONS. Signature: • ,2i ►. I Fees Paid: $1,225.00 212 Main Street,Phone(413)587-1240,Fax: (413)587-1272 Office of the Building Commiss oner 4l4j J O ?O nT�V�O� The Commonwealth of 1V1a'scIpsetts �1• Office of Public Safety and Inspect-to 'S Massachusetts State Building Code(780 CMR) Building Permit Application for any Building other than a One-or Two-Family Dwelling (This Section For Official Use Only) Building Permit Number,.?3'bent Date Applied: Building Official: ,SECTION 1:LOCATION 120 Pine Street Florence,MA 01062 Florence Congregational Church No.and Street I i tvt� ®®City/To�;r oo Zip Code Name of Building(if applicable) Assessors Map# Block#and/or Lot # t 3C ,fi►ttr- SECTION 2 PROPOSED WORK Edition of MA State Code used:9th ed. If New Construction check here O or check all that apply in the two rows below Existing Building C Repair 0 Alteration s Addition 0 Demolition 0 (Please fill out and submit Appendix 2) Change of Use C Change of Occupancy C Other ❑ Specify: Are building plans and/or construction documents being supplied as part of this permit application? Yes X No ❑ *Is an Independent Structural Engineering Peer Review required? Yes NoX 61'ief Description of Proposed Work:Phase I- Installation of Sprinkler System in Sanctuary. Phase II- Installation of Sprinkler System in connector portion of Building between Sanctuary & Parrish Hall. New Commercial Kitchen. New Accessible Bathrooms.Phase III-Installation of Sprinkler System in Parrish Hall. SECTION 3:COMPLETE THIS SECTION IF EXISTING BUILDING UNDERGOING RENOVATION,ADDITION,OR CHANGE IN USE OR OCCUPANCY Check here if an Existing Building Investigation and Evaluation is enclosed(See 780 CMR 34) ÷ Existing Use Group(s): A-3 Proposed Use Group(s):_A-1 SECTION 4:BUILDING HEIGHT AND AREA Existing Proposed 2,78,7,439 No.of Floors/Stories(include basement levels)&Area Per Floor(sq.ft.) 3 442 N/C N/C Total Area(sq.ft.)and Total Height(ft) 13,159 nsf N/C SECTIONS:USE GROUP(Check as applicable) A: Assembly A-1 A-2❑ Nightclub 0 A-3 IE A-4❑ A-5❑ 1 B: Business 0 E: Educational 19 F: Factory F-1❑ F2❑ H: High Hazard H-1❑ H-2❑ H-3 0 H-4 0 H-5 0 I: Institutional I-1❑ 1-2❑ 1-3❑ I-4❑ M: Mercantile 0 R Residential R-ID R-2❑ R-3❑ R-4 0 5: Storage S-1 0 S-2 0 U: Utility 0 Special Use 0 and please describe below: Special Use Description: SECTION fz CONSTRUCTION TYPE(Check as applicable) IA CI IB ❑ IIA ❑ JIB 's ILIA HIS IV VA VB ❑ SECTION 7:SITE INFORMATION(refer to 780 CMR 105.3 for details on each item) Trench Permit Debris Removal: Water Supply: Flood Zone Information: Sewage Disposal Licensed Disposal Site Public C Check if outside Flood Zone C Indicate municipaIX A trench will not be P required 4 or trench or specify: Private 0 or indentify Zone: 0 or on site system permit is enclosed 0 - Railroad right-of-way: Hazards to Air I vigation: MA Hist,,gric Comm1_ssion Review Process: Not Applicable X Is Structure within airport approach Is their review completed? or Consent to Build enclosed area? Yes❑ or No X Yes❑ No 0 SECTION 8:CONTENT OF CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY Edition of Code:780 CMR,9th ed. Use Group(s):_A-3 Type of Construction V-B Does the building contain an Sprinkler System?:_No Special Stipulations:Work includes installation of new Sprinkler System. Design Occupant Load per Floor and Assembly space: Occ.Load 1st Floor=634 occs(incl ass'bly).Assembly Space a 330 occ j. t i. 1 SECTION 9: PROPERTY.OWNER AUTHORIZATION N ne and Address of Property Owner C �-- ® Pine- t -(oce e� Ma: ofAGA Name(Print) Vw No.and Street City/Town Zip Property Owner Contact Information ��� eV Dr IAA. GYtwi�vt.v►' -492,_ _IA,3 W-69SS JCt✓1r e. e�TmclrJ.carr Title Telephone No.(business) Telephone No, (cell) e-mail address If applicable,t0-pr perty er hereby authorizes:: *ecl 1'ti e S Ce(1 4413-3 3 a -Ai 'I et o kos i ro 130 Pend 'fio1 ee L "sirs N StreetcAddress City/Town State Zip to apply for and act on the property owner's behalf,in all matters relative to work authorized by this building pennit application. SECTION ilk CONSTRUCTION CONTROL(Please fill out Appendix 1) If a building is less than 35,004.cu.ft.of enclosed space and/or not under Construction Control then c heck here t7. Otherwise provide construction control forms(see section 107 in the code)as required. 10.1 Registered Professional Responsible for Construction Control(the professional coordinating documenten submittals) H '--i S1 4 t c.e- 41�t d7: " S l L ,N0v72e2:f, 1 S V Co Name(Registrant) Telephone No. i e-mail address RegistrationNumber !3Q Name f�tLt'.. ZP. ;"..vvr Ne ¢> �{A pi0&.2 ,e, ..a.f, 'a/was Street Address City/Town i State Zip Discipline Expiration Date 10.2 General Contractor ,) F"? /1'1(4/,A-J Company Name es- 00 -9-/3 3 Name of Person Responsible for Construction License No. and Type if Applicable iv two �,/S'trreeet Address1 A City/Town f State Zip I Telephone No.(business) Telephone No.(cell) I e-mail address SECTION 11:WORKERS'COMPENSATION INSURANCE AFFIDAVIT(M.G.L.c.152.§25C(6)) A Workers'Compensation Insurance Affidavit from the MA Department of Industrial Accidents must be completed and submitted with this application. Failure to provide this affidavit will result in the denial of the issuance of the building permit Is a signed Affidavit submitted with this application? Yes O No 0 SECTION 12:CONSTRUCTION COSTS AND PERMIT FEE Item Estimated Cosh(Labor (7 5/°OG and Materials) Total Construction Cost(from Item 6)=5 1.Building $ Building Permit Fee m Total Construction Cost x (Insert here 2. Iectrical $ 5900S appropriate mdnicipal factor)s$3,Plumbing $ °� 6.Mechanical (HVAC) $ Note:Minimum fee $ °c (contact municipality) 5.Mechanical (Other) $ 1$�a00 �{ Enclose check payable It &Total Cost $ �j°°0 (contact municipality)and write check number here I3 3D,.. SEC#1ON13:,SIGNATURE OF BUILDING PERMIT APPLICANT By entering my name below,I heieby attest under the pains and penalties of perjury that all of the information contained in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and understanding. J 2iN `1133'7-7 ?- Please print and sign name _ Title Telephone No. Date rim-Jr 4-L,r- _,.__ 1/ow 0 _._.__ .e ' .c'�"�')'c AM Street Address City/Town State Zip it A dress i Municipal Inspector to fill out this section upon application approval: _ ,i. rev_.... AD' ‘i '''l _.4/2 9•3 to ame w __ Appendix 1 Construction Documents are required for structures that must comply with 780 CMR 107.The checklist below is a compilation of the documents that may be required.The applicant shall fill out the checklist and provide the contact information of the registered professionals responsible for the documents. This appendix is to be submitted with the building permit application. Checklist for Construction Documents' Mark"x"where applicable No. Item Submitted Incomplete Not Required 1 Architectural X 2 Foundation 3 Structural 4 Fire Suppression 5 Fire Alarm(may require repeaters) 6 HVAC 7 Electrical 8 Plumbing(include local connections) 9 Gas(Natural,Propane Medical or other) 10 Surveyed Site Plan(Utilities,Wetland,etc.) 11 Specifications 12 Structural Peer Review 13 Structural Tests&Inspections Program 14 Fire Protection Narrative Report 15 Existing Building Survey/Investigation 16 Energy Conservation Report 17 Architectural Access Review p521 CMR) 18 Workers Compensation Insurance 19 Hazardous Material Mitigation Documentation 20 Other(Specify) 21 Other(Specify) 22 Other(Specify) 'Areas of Design or Construction for which plans are not complete at the time of application submittal must he identified herein.Work so identified must not be commenced until this application has been amended and the proposed construction document amendment has been approved by the authority having jurisdiction. Registered Professional Contact Information M 4.411 - IZA - 413-30 irba iGf:t,'�, 4004 Registration Number Name(Registrant) Telephone No. e-mail address ArgedH l�0 `7"c/ Y t 1CL. t, . -plc?, 1 +�3 e:167<�2- �/3!�.2 Street Address City/Town State Zip Discipline Expiration Date j.E% eE`7 M d( n/ '1)zi `I'? j g?y�, C-( c " °°!'. -/3 Name(Registrant) Telephone No. marl address Registration Number 2M 6—e fi 4 A./ LM 1�6 a C /2,/2i/z i/ �"'� ' Discipline Expiration Date Street Address City/Town State Zip Name(Registrant) Telephone No. e-mail address Registration Number Street Address City/Town State Zip Discipline Expiration Date Please follow this link for construction control forms to be used by Registered Design Professionals. City of Northampton �' ' Massachusetts w�' ,- `� i,, * r_ tt A: , 1 DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTIONS 9.1. l! ^ ` '' 212 Main Street • Municipal Building `-,,_ ,nb; Northampton, MA 01060 'ss•yy 1,-)1� CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS AFFIDAVIT (FOR ALL DEMOLITION AND RENOVATION PROJECTS) In accordance of the provisions of MGL c 40, S54, a condition of Building Permit Number is that all debris resulting from this work shall be disposed of in a properly licensed waste disposal facility, as defined by MGL c 111, S 150A. The debris will be disposed of in: Location of Facility: vhy.L L- F 1 Z-7 G 1,!w(r The debris will be transported by: Name of Hauler: ,1 C1 A4 d(L I A. 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Il t1r_,t•.I.-L ,..:, ut r.:r,.:•. 1,•.•.1 t,r ,tvrkcr4•4.4trctp.L•4,IY:•�It4.antbet I and an employer Mot is providing tt'tt, i t'.s'corrtpl(tt4atittn fn..uranc& rolr'HI employees. Below is the polity and lob.site information. Insur.utc4:Company N;intt. Piths" 4r,or Self-ita be.ry Expiration!)ut.. Job Site Address:_ , _ �._ Ctty,'Siatc Lii:,_._. ,Attach a clip)of the.,i`urkers'compensation policy declaration page tshoo iiig the policy number and expiration date). Failure to secure vo er ge as required under mat.: 152. §25A is a criminal s iolslttt n punisil:tbtr b. a tune ur tt>51,5o().()() attacor one-)ear Itirprison ,nt.it,Lk etl a-cis it rn the lunit of STOP WORK t*DER and a lint:of up to S250,00 a tidy against the s u'l.ttt'r. ,t t op!, of this Mtat<tltint xi ' be forwarded to into<)ttjec ut Invehtiktaticitm. the DIA for an>urant.t: t.:t41t'raw rt fie in i41,11 I do hereby certify rr the d penalties of perjury that the information provided abort-is true and correct. Si trtiaturi, / ••• Phursc official ate only, De).tot Write Itt Mi..urea,to be completed by city or fowl,Official City or I .ssrt: Per ntitll.irr»4r Txxuin•. .kutlii•1 IIS(circle one): I,Board of IteaIih 2.Building Department 3.('ii).Town(Tern: 4.Electrical Inspector !t.Plumbing Inspector (.Other • Contract Persons: ___ ______' T'hurtra: ` Initial Construction Control Document � t t„., ''' To be submitted with the building permit application by a tit J, ; Registered Design Professional ,, • vi, /°�'° for work per the ninth edition of the '` ' Massachusetts State Building Code, 780 CMR, Section 107 Project Title: Date: Si a Si):3 Property Address: 1.3 0 P tile_ 5 t. T Io rrACe M,), 6 t O b Project: Check(,0 one or both as applicable-.1 New construction g,,Existing Construction Project description: I r MA Registration Number:85E6e Expiration date:8/31/23 am a registered design:professional,and I have prepared or directly supervised the preparation of all design plans:computations and specifications concerning1: (Architectural Structural Mechanical Fire Protection Electrical Other: for the above named project and that to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief such plans, computations and specifications meet the applicable provisions of the Massachusetts State Building Code,(780 CUR), and accepted engineering practices for the proposed project. I understand and agree that I (or my designee) shall perform the necessary professional services and be present on the construction site on a regular and periodic basis to: 1. Review for conformance to this code and the design concept, shop drawings, samples and other submittals by the contractor in accordance with the requirements of the construction documents. 2. Perform the duties for registered design professionals in 78,0 CMR Chapter 17,as applicable. 3. Be present at intervals appropriate to the stage of construction to become generally familiar with the progress and quality of the work and to determine if the work is being performed in a manner consistent with the approved construction documents and this code_ Nothing in this document relieves the contractor of its responsibility regarding the provisions of 760 CMR 107. When required by the building official,I shall submit field/progress reports(see item 3.)together with pertinent comments, in a form acceptable to the building official. Upon completion of the work,I shall submit to the building official a`Final Construction Control Document'. Enter in the space to the right a"wet" or electronic signature and seal: Phone number:xi 13,357.34170 Email:!7,21 e41M 4 ! JTZ C -•''"' Building Of icied Use Only i. Building Official Name: Permit Na: tostei Note 1,Indicate with an'x'project design plans,computations and specifications that you prepared or directly supervised.If`other'is chosen,provide a description. Version 01 01_201S A DATE(MM/DD/YYYY) CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE 05/25/2023 THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER.THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND,EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S),AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER,AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED,the policy(ies)must have ADDITIONAL INSURED provisions or be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED,subject to the terms and conditions of the policy,certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s). 'RODUCER CONTACT Hollie Kochapski NAME: 4quadro&Associates HONNo,ExtC (413)586-7373 FAX n XC,No): (413)584-0859 355 Bridge St.,P.O.Box 357 E-MAIL SS: hollie@aquadroinsurance.com INSURER(S)AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC# Vorthampton MA 01061 INSURER A: Preferred Mutual Insurance Co 15024 NISURED INSURER B: Jeffrey Morin INSURER C: 29 Grant Ave INSURER D: INSURER E: Northampton MA 01060 INSURER F: :OVERAGES CERTIFICATE NUMBER: CL21112210497 REVISION NUMBER: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT,TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN,THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES.LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. ADDL SUBR POLICY EFF POLICY EXP SR TYPE OF INSURANCE INSD WVD POLICY NUMBER (MM/DDIYYYY) (MM/DDIYYYY) LIMITS X COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY EACH OCCURRENCE $ 500,000 DAMAGE TO RENTED CLAIMS-MADE X OCCUR PREMISES(Ea occurrence) $ MED EXP(Any one person) $ 10,000 A BOP0100717575 05/29/2023 05/29/2024 PERSONAL&ADV INJURY $ 500,000 GEN'L AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: GENERAL AGGREGATE $ 1,000,000 X POLICY n jEa LOC PRODUCTS-COMP/OPAGG $ 1,000,000 OTHER: $ AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT $ (Ea accident) ANY AUTO BODILYINJURY(Perperson) $ OWNED SCHEDULED BODILY INJURY(Per accident) $ AUTOS ONLY AUTOS HIRED NON-OWNED PROPERTY DAMAGE $ AUTOS ONLY _ AUTOS ONLY (Per accident) UMBRELLA LIAB OCCUR EACH OCCURRENCE $ EXCESS LIAB CLAIMS-MADE AGGREGATE $ DED RETENTION $ $ WORKERS COMPENSATION PER OTH- AND EMPLOYERS'LIABILITY YIN STATUTE ER ANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE N/A E.L.EACH ACCIDENT $ OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED? (Mandatory In NH) E.L.DISEASE-EA EMPLOYEE $ If yes,describe under DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below E.L.DISEASE-POLICY LIMIT $ DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS I LOCATIONS I VEHICLES (ACORD 101,Addhlonal Remarks Schedule,may be attached If more space Is required) CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF,NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN BOMBYX Center for Arts&Equity ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS. 130 PINE ST AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE FLORENCE MA 01062 ©1988-2015 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. ACORD 25(2016/03) The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD Project Narrative The purpose of this permit application is to apply for a change of use, transitioning from the existing A-3 to an A-1 designation. The multi-stage project will encompass the installation of automatic sprinklers throughout the building, a new fire detection system, accessible bathrooms, and bring the building into full code compliance. We will follow all Federal, State and Municipal guidelines when seeking bids for this multi-year project. As part of this submission we have included our code review, a current set of plans, and a drawing that breaks down each phase of the project. Phase-1 The first phase will include the installation of sprinklers throughout the sanctuary building including the attic and basement as well as the office and smaller rooms in the rear of the sanctuary structure. The entire area is to be protected by either a Wet Shotgun System which will provide protection in common heated areas or a Dry Pipe System for areas that are subject to freezing. Prior to finalizing the drawings related to the sprinkler system, we will complete a water flow test to determine the area's water pressure and will hire engineers to develop a Hydraulically Calculated System plan. This detailed plan will take into account the water flow and all requirements for a new incoming water line from the street. (note: the existing line is only 1" and is insufficient for sprinklers). Once this step is completed, we will submit detailed drawings along with a permit application to begin the sprinkler system installation for phase-1. In conjunction with Phase-1, we will begin replacing all exterior doors as part of a building-wide security project (BOMBYX received state funding to replace doors, install new lighting, and implement a comprehensive security and access control system). This will also be a separate permit. Phase-2 The second phase is focused on the "core" or"connector" section of the building that connects the original sanctuary and Parish Hall structures. The new sprinkler and detection systems will be extended to core areas including the preschool, kitchen, multi-use room, bathrooms and offices (note: there is a separate kitchen renovation project happening in tandem, which includes an Ansul system that is separate from the sprinkler system). As part of Phase-2, we will also be constructing two new ADA compliant restrooms. You will find a preliminary sketch in the enclosed drawings, however, a more detailed plan will be submitted with a permit application for that work when the time comes. Phase-3 The final phase of the project will extend the sprinkler and fie detection systems into the Parish Hall section of the building. Commonwealth of Massachusr••; lir Division of Occupational Lice! sure Board of Building Regulations and Standards Const( ti`Slfpervisor jf CS-097133 _ i ires:12/21/2024 .i • JEFFREY A f4ORIN f 29 GRANT AVENUE NORTHAMPTON MA 01010 li. 'fir)/yt'IA3. Commissioner JIAi}Qa R, 1ir0.. HASTINGS CONSULTING Building, Fire.•Ac c i'ss Codes Fire Protection Engineering Florence Congregational Church Northampton, Massachusetts 11 II ‘ i 'II • Existing Building Code Report Prepared By: Kevin S. Hastings, P.E., LEED AP Date: November 12, 2021 Hastings-consulting.com.142 Hanlon Road,Holliston,MA 01746.508.397.8417 Table of Contents Introduction 1 International Existing Building Code 1 1. Work Area and Classification of Work 2 2. Occupancy Classification: 2 3. Construction Type 3 4. Fire Resistance Ratings 3 5. Exterior Wall Openings 3 6. Vertical Openings 3 7. Interior Finishes 4 8. Means of Egress j 5 9. Required Fire Protection Systems 6 10. Energy Code Provisions for Existing Buildings 7 11. Ventilation Requirements 7 12. Structural Provisions for Existing Buildings 7 13. Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities 8 14. Plumbing Fixtures 10 Appendix: Assessed Value 11 Florence Congregational Church November 12, 2021 Page 1 Introduction The existing Florence Congregational Church currently contains religious assembly spaces, support spaces, and a day cay center. The proposed work involves converting the facility into a full-time multi-purpose community center with potential renovations and a new entrance addition. This code summary is based on a site visit conducted on November 2, 2021. According to IEBC MA Amended Section 104.2.2.1, any building regulated by 780 CMR undergoing a renovation must be investigated and evaluated in accordance with the code in a written report form. The purpose of this report is to serve as the existing building evaluation report for its major fire protection, life safety, and accessibility features. Following is a list of applicable codes: Code Type Applicable Code (Model Code Basis) 780 CMR: Massachusetts State Building Code, 9th Edition Building • Amended 2015 International Building Code (IBC) • Amended 2015 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) 527 CMR: Massachusetts Fire Prevention Regulations Fire Prevention M.G.L. Chapter 148 Section 26G —Sprinkler Protection 521 CMR: Massachusetts Architectural Access Board Regulations Accessibility 2010 ADA Standards 527 CMR 12.00: Massachusetts Electrical Code Electrical • Amended 2020 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) 524 CMR: Massachusetts Elevator Code Elevators • Amended ASME A17.1-2013/CSA B44-13 Mechanical 2015 International Mechanical Code (►MC) Plumbing 248 CMR: Massachusetts Plumbing Code Energy Conservation 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) International Existing Building Code The 2015 International Existing Building Code with Massachusetts amendments allows for 3 separate compliance methods, the Prescriptive Method (in general, altered areas must comply with the code for new construction), Work Area Method (level of compliance is based on the classification of work), and Performance Compliance Method (numerical method that allows tradeoffs for deficiencies). This report is based on the Work Area Method. Florence Congregational Church November 12, 2021 Page 2 1. Work Area and Classification of Work: The requirements in the IEBC are based on the classification of the work as Alteration Level 1, 2 or 3. This is based on the extent of the project "work area", which is defined as the area within which architectural reconfiguration will occur (IEBC Chapter 2). Areas where the only work will be new finishes, furnishings, or installation of new building systems are not classified as part of the work area. The levels of work area defined as follows: Level 1 Alteration No architectural reconfiguration, no work area. Level 2 Alteration Aggregate size of work areas (architectural reconfigured area) does not exceed 50% of the gross building area. Level 3 Alteration Aggregate size of all work areas (architectural reconfigured area) exceeds 50% of the gross building area. The proposed scope of work under consideration is expected to be classified no higher than a Level 2 renovation since not more than 50% of the building area will be reconfigured. Level 2 Alterations must comply with IEBC Chapters 7 and 8. The use of the original main church for music, dance, or theater productions requires the space to be classified as a Use Group A-1 occupancy which is considered a change in occupancy classification and requires compliance with IEBC Chapter 10. Reportedly the space is already used for non-religious events and if this has already been approved by the building official it may not be considered a change in use. However, that would need to be reviewed with the building department (and could potentially lead to an order to stop having non-religious gatherings). 2. Occupancy Classification: Existing Uses: • Use Group A-3 (Place of Religious Worship) • Use Group B (Support Offices) • Use Group E (Day Care for Children 2 Years 9 Months or Older) • Use Group 1-4 (Day Care for Children Less than 2 Years 9 Months) Proposed Uses: • Use Group A-1 (Performing Arts Hall) • Use Group A-3 (Community Hall) • Use Group B (Support Offices) • Use Group E (Day Care for Children 2 Years 9 Months or Older) • Use Group 1-4 (Day Care for Children Less than 2 Years 9 Months) Florence Congregational Church November 12, 2021 Page 3 3. Construction Type: Based on the field observation, the building construction most closely resembles Type VB construction (unprotected, combustible). 4. Fire Resistance Ratings: The following table summarizes the required fire resistance ratings for the building elements of Type VB construction, based on IBC Table 601 and other applicable code provisions: Building Element Fire Resistance Rating (Hrs) Primary Structural Frame 0 Exterior Bearing Walls including columns 2 along the exterior wall Exterior Non-Bearing Walls 0 Interior Bearing Walls 0 Floor Construction 0 Roof Construction 0 Fire Building Element Resistance Opening Protectives (Hrs) Rating (Hrs) Existing shafts < 4 stories (IEBC 803.2.1) 1/2 1/2 New shafts < 4 stories (IBC 713.4)A 1 3/4 A A duct can penetrate a single non-fire-resistance-rated floor assemblies without a shaft enclosure provided the annular space around the penetrating duct is protected by approved noncombustible material that resists the passage of flames and smoke (IBC 717.6.3). Ducts can penetrate up to two floor assemblies without a shaft enclosure provided a fire damper is also provided (IBC 717.6.1). 5. Exterior Wall Openings Since the relative hazard category of the existing Use Group A-3 occupancy is the same as the proposed Use Group A-1 occupancy in IEBC Table 1012.6, the existing exterior walls fire ratings and existing openings are allowed to remain without further compliance (IEBC 1012.6.2). In addition, it appears all of the building perimeter has a fire separation distance of 10 feet or more and therefore no exterior wall ratings would be required by the IBC even for new construction. 6. Vertical Openings: All existing vertical openings in the work area connecting two or more floors must be enclosed with 1 hour rated construction and approved opening protectives unless the Florence Congregational Church November 12, 2021 Page 4 openings meet one of the exceptions in IEBC 803.2.1. Since the Relative Hazard in IEBC Table 1012.4 is the same for Use Groups A-3 and A-1, the change in occupancy does not trigger any additional compliance for existing stair or other shafts (IEBC 1012.7.2 & 1012.7.3). New vertical openings are required to comply with IBC 712 & 713. The building includes various interior stairways, some connecting the 1st and 2nd Floors and others connecting the Basement and 1st Floor. However, none of the stairs extend continuously from the Basement to the 2nd Floor (connecting three stories). Currently the existing stairs in the building are not enclosed with fire-rated construction. If they are located within the work area (defined as the architecturally reconfigured area" a 30-minute rated enclosure would be required for each two-story stair (IEBC 803.2.1 Exception 4). Alternatively, if a 1-hour enclosure is provided to separate the stairs leading to the Basement from the 1st Floor, the stairs between the 1st Floor and 2nd Floor can be classified as exit access stairways in accordance with IBC Section 1019.3 and can remain open. The stairs between the main level and mezzanine in the sanctuary are also permitted to remain open (IBC 712.1.11). 7. Interior Finishes: The existing interior finish of walls and ceilings in the work area and in all exits and corridors serving the work area must comply with the code requirements for new construction (IEBC 803.4). All newly installed wall and ceiling finishes, and interior trim materials must also comply with IBC Table 803.11 (IEBC 702.1, 702.2, 702.3). The requirements are summarized below: Walls & Ceilings (IBC Table 803.11)— Fully Sprinklered Use Group: A B & E 1-4 Exit Enclosures Class B Class B Class B Exit Access Corridors Class B Class C Class B Rooms & Enclosed Spaces Class C Class C Class B Walls & Ceilings (IBC Table 803.11)— NOT Sprinklered Use Group: A B & E 1-4 Exit Enclosures Class B Class B Class B Exit Access Corridors Class Al Class C Class B Rooms & Enclosed Spaces Class C Class C Class B 1 Lobby areas are permitted to be Class B. Note that where exit stairs and exit access corridors serve more than one use group, the most restrictive interior finish is required. Florence Congregational Church November 12, 2021 Page 5 8. Means of Egress: A change in occupancy classification from Use Group A-3 to Use Group A-1 does not result in an increase in the Relative Hazard in IEBC Table 1012.4 and therefore does not require further compliance for the existing means of egress. Means of egress conforming to the requirements of the building code under which the building was constructed are considered compliant means of egress if, in the opinion of the code official, they do not constitute a distinct hazard to life (IEBC 805.1). This section allows the existing means of egress stairs. doors, etc. to remain unless they are considered hazardous. During the site visit, a few hazardous egress conditions were noted: 1. The concrete steps out of the back of the ----- _ t l !k social hall building have been damaged — •Ai and one of the handrails/guardrails is IF ` , missing. —__ _._._ t ra � .' A 2. The fire escape from the second floor of ;,.' the social hall building is damaged along . ' x' ` ■ the left side heading down the stair. /'� Existing fire escapes can continue to " serve as required means of egress, but lir f I must be examined and/or tested, and ,I - i, certified for structural adequacy and Y E safety every five years, by a registered p ' ` design professional, or others qualified —' and acceptable to the building official (780 CMR 1001.3.2). This fire escape could ` ,t also potentially be eliminated since there — . , are two other interior stairs serving the second floor. However, that may be subject to approval by the building official since the stair at the front of the building is steep and narrow. Illuminated exit signs and means-of-egress lighting must be provided in accordance with the code for new construction (780 CMR 102.6.4). The building includes a mix of illuminated and non-illuminated exit signs, all exit signs must be illuminated. The building also does not appear to include adequate emergency lighting. Florence Congregational Church November 12, 2021 Page 6 9. Required Fire Protection Systems: The building has an existing fire alarm and detection system, and fire extinguishers. It is not protected by an automatic sprinkler system. A change in occupancy from Use Group A-3 to Use Group A-1 requires sprinkler protection and a fire alarm system in compliance with the code requirements for new construction (IEBC 1012.2). These systems must be provided throughout the building unless the area undergoing the change in use (original sanctuary) is separated from the remainder of the building by 2-hour fire barriers, in which case only the change in use area must be protected. Even if the work is not considered a change in occupancy (i.e. the building department has already approved the use of the sanctuary for non-religious events), the following fire protection systems are required in the areas noted if the building is renovated: • Automatic sprinkler protection is required throughout work area if work area serves occupant load greater than 30 and work area exceeds 50% of floor area (IEBC 804.2.2). Also see the discussion on Massachusetts General Law below which can require sprinkler protection throughout the building independent of the building code requirements. • Fire extinguishers (527 CMR 1 Section 13.6 & IBC 906.1). Fire extinguishers must be located throughout the building so that the maximum travel distance to an extinguisher is less than 75 feet. M.G.L. Chapter 148 Section 26G Since the building is over 7,500 gross square feet in area, it is subject to the requirements of M.G.L. Chapter 148 Section 26G. These amendments require the entire building to be provided with sprinkler protection if the renovations are considered "major". Renovations are considered major depending on the type of work and the scope / cost of work. The following are general guidelines established by the board to be used to determine if the scope or the cost of the planned alterations are major: 1. Major alterations are reasonably considered major in scope when such work over a 5 year period affects 33% or more of the total gross square footage of the building (measured from the outside walls, regardless of firewalls). 2. Major alterations are reasonably considered major in scope or expenditure, when the total cost of the work over a 5 year period, excluding costs relating to sprinkler installation, is equal to or greater than 33% of the assessed value of the building, as of the date of permit application. Major alterations would include work such as the demolition or reconstruction of existing ceilings, sub flooring, walls, stairways, doors, or the removal or relocation of a significant portion of the building's HVAC, plumbing, or electrical systems. Cosmetic work such as painting or installing / replacing carpeting would be considered minor and would not trigger compliance with this law. Florence Congregational Church November 12, 2021 Page 7 Also, regardless of whether the remainder of the building is renovated, if an addition of any size is constructed the entire existing building must be provided with an automatic sprinkler system throughout. 10. Energy Code Provisions for Existing Buildings New work is subject to the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) or ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1 with Massachusetts Amendments (Massachusetts Energy Code). Level 2 alterations to existing buildings are permitted without requiring the entire building to comply with the energy requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). The alterations (new elements) shall conform to the energy requirements of the IECC as they relate to new construction only (IEBC 811.1). The Massachusetts Stretch Code as adopted by the City of Northampton does not apply to existing buildings renovations or additions (780 CMR Appendix AA 101.2). 11. Ventilation Requirements All reconfigured spaces must provide mechanical or natural ventilation in accordance with the International Mechanical Code, except that existing ventilation systems are permitted to remain provided they achieve not less than 5cfm of outdoor air per person and not less than 15 cfm of ventilation air per person (IEBC Section 809). 12. Structural Provisions for Existing Buildings Any structural alterations to buildings must be evaluated by a registered structural engineer to determine compliance with the IEBC and IBC. The change in use structural requirements are as follows: • Where the change results in higher uniform or concentrated loads based on IBC Table 1607.1 must comply with the gravity load provisions of the IBC for new construction (IEBC 1007.1). Since the religious hall has fixed seating, the uniform load in IBC Table 1607.1 is the same for either Use Group A-3 or Use Group A-1, therefore there is not an increase in the gravity loads further compliance is not required. • Where the change results in a higher risk category in IBC Table 1604.5, the building must comply with the wind, snow, and seismic load requirements for new construction (with some exceptions) (IEBC 1007.2 & 1007.3). Since the risk category in IBC Table 1604.5 is the same for Use Group A-3 or A-1, no further compliance is required due to the change in use. Florence Congregational Church November 12, 2021 Page 8 13. Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities Massachusetts Architectural Access Board Regulations Alterations to the building must comply with the requirements of the Massachusetts Architectural Access Board Regulations (521 CMR). For existing building alterations the requirements of 521 CMR are based on the cost of the proposed work: A. If the cost of the proposed work is less than $100,000, only the new work must comply. B. If the cost of the proposed work is greater than $100,000 then all new work must comply and the existing building must include an accessible public entrance, toilet room, telephone and drinking fountain (if public phones and drinking fountains are provided) (521 CMR Section 3.3.1(b)). Exempt work when calculating the cost of work includes roof repair or replacement, window repair or replacement, and repointing and masonry repair work unless the exempt work exceeds $500,000. C. If the cost of the proposed work is greater than 30% of the full and fair cash value of the existing building, the entire building is required to comply with 521 CMR (521 CMR Section 3.3.2). There is no exempt work, i.e. the entire project costs apply to determining the 30% criteria. The cost of all work performed on a building in any 36 month period must be added together in determining the applicability of 521 CMR (521 CMR Section 3.5). The full and fair cash value of the existing building is determined by using the 100°/0 equalized assessed value of the building on record with the city assessor's office. Based on the City of Northampton Assessor's on-line database, the assessed value for the building (not including the land) is $764,190 (see attached Appendix). The State Department of Revenue's website indicates the assessment ratio for Northampton is 0.95. Therefore, the 100% equalized assessed value is $804,410 and full compliance with 521 CMR is required if the cost of renovations and/or an addition exceed $241,323. If the renovation triggers the 30% threshold, all portions of the building open to the public must be upgraded to comply in full with the current requirements of 521 CMR. Any employee-only areas such as staff lounges, staff bathrooms, and staff work areas are not required to comply with 521 CMR, as long as public access is not permitted. Major upgrades required to meet full compliance with the provisions of 521 CMR will likely include the following building features (not this is not a comprehensive list of deficiencies): • All public entrances must be accessible (521 CMR 25.1) The existing building appears to have four entrances (main entry to day care, side entrance to the social hall, front entrance to the social hall, entrance from day care playground, and the main entrance to the sanctuary). Currently only the side entrance to the social hall and main entrance to the sanctuary appear to be accessible. Florence Congregational Church November 12, 2021 Page 9 yam,IF. yi -27r p • fteftbaftata., 314 s yy Y^ t i W AN f Side Social Hall Entry Sanctuary Main Entry • All public and common use areas must be accessible and provided with an accessible route thereto (521 CMR Section 12.2.2 and 20.1). Vertical access to all floor levels (521 CMR 28.1) Currently the 2nd Floor and Basement Day care are not accessible (the building does not have an elevator). If in the future either level was not open to the public (i.e. the 2nd Floor is employee only space), an elevator could potentially be avoided. • Accessible toilet rooms must be provided in each toilet room location (521 CMR 30.1). None of the existing toilet rooms are accessible. • Stairs must have compliant handrails along both sides (521 CMR 27.4). Treads and risers must be of uniform depth (i.e. winder treads are not permitted) and stair nosings cannot be abrupt. None of the existing stairs have compliant handrails and many that are not covered by carpet have abrupt tread nosings. The second means of egress from the sanctuary balcony includes winder treads. • A wheelchair accessible route to the stage/platform in the sanctuary is required (521 CMR 14.6). Currently there isn't any accessible route to the stage/platform, a ramp or vertical wheelchair lift would be required. Variances to the requirements of 521 CMR are also granted by the Access Board when it can be shown that full compliance is "impracticable' (521 CMR 4.1), which is defined as follows: IMPRACTICABLE/IMPRACTICABILITY: (a) Compliance with 521 CMR would be technologically unfeasible; or Florence Congregational Church November 12, 2021 Page 10 (b) compliance with 521 CMR would result in excessive and unreasonable costs without any substantial benefit to persons with disabilities. This may include technical variance for specific items to allow reduced or alternate accessibility in lieu of full compliance, or a request to delay compliance for a limited time period can also be requested. Americans with Disabilities Act Guidelines The ADA Guidelines are not enforced by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, they can only be enforced through a civil lawsuit or complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Justice. Compliance with the ADA Guidelines is triggered by renovations to the existing building. All renovations to the building must be made to ensure that, to the maximum extent feasible, the altered portions of the facility are readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities (28 CFR Part 36 Section 36.402(a)). Alterations made to provide an accessible path of travel to altered areas and accessible facilities (i.e. provide accessible toilet facilities) are not required if the cost exceeds 20% of the total cost of the alteration (28 CFR Part 36 Section 36.403(f)). However, if the cost to meet these accessibility requirements does exceed 20%, alterations are still required to the maximum extent that the area can be made accessible without exceeding the 20% criteria (28 CFR Part 36 Section 36.403(g)). The ADA also contains less stringent dimensional requirements for some building elements in an existing building where it is infeasible to meet the requirements for new construction (ADA Section 4.1.6). 14. Plumbing Fixtures: 248 CMR: The Massachusetts State Plumbing Code The Massachusetts Plumbing Code (248 CMR) regulates the number of plumbing fixtures required throughout buildings. For existing buildings the plumbing code only states that the minimum plumbing fixture requirements apply to "installation, alteration, or extension" projects (248 CMR 10.10(18)(a)). The plumbing code doesn't specifically address a change in use, however it can be subject to interpretation by the plumbing inspector. The plumbing code occupancy classifications also don't all directly correspond to the building code designations. The existing assembly spaces in the building would likely be considered a "House of Worship) in 248 CMR 10.10(18) Table 1. The new occupancy as a community center would likely be considered a "Hall" which has the same fixture requirements as a "House of Worship" and therefore it is likely the plumbing inspector would not require compliance with the minimum fixture requirements due to the change in use. However the sanctuary space could potentially be considered a "Theater", which has more restrictive fixture requirements (i.e. 1 toilet per 30 females for Theaters vs. 1 per 50 females for a House of Worship). The maximum building occupancy supported by the plumbing fixture is typically limited by the female toilet requirements since they are the most restrictive. In the existing Florence Congregational Church there are an equal number of toilet fixture for male and female, two each in the toilet rooms near the social hall (male urinal counted as one) and one each at the back of the sanctuary. Based on a total of three female toilets, the maximum occupancy supported for a "Hall" occupancy classification is 300 people and the maximum for a "Theater" designation is 180 people. The Florence Congregational Church t 130 fine Stuce[ (efepf dne- (413)5,84-132. k irmesite. NA 01062 fax. (413)S84-0760 ke4* 1)1. Na usa Igetatiom PaAtot 4 June 1, 2023 a To: Jonathan Flagg, Building Department City of Northampton Dear Commissioner Flagg, I am writing to confirm that Bombyx Center for Arts and Equity, as managers and future owners of our building, has our permission and support in pursuing a change of use application. Please include Florence Congregational Church in all future communications with Bombyx related to this project. The best way to reach me is at my email: pastor@fccnorthampton.org. Our phone number remains 413-584-1325. Sincerely, Rev. Dr. Marisa Egerstrom Senior Minister Florence Congregational Church