Appeal 33491

Appeal Summary

Status: Decision Rendered on Reconsideration 33442 FROM (9/4/24)

Appeal ID: 33491

Submission Date: 9/24/24 1:31 PM

Hearing Date: 10/2/24

Case #: B-002

Appeal Type: Building

Project Type: commercial

Building/Business Name: Centennial Transition Center

Appeal Involves: Reconsideration of appeal

Proposed use: Education (Adult Transition Program)

Project Address: 2601 SE 160th Ave

Appellant Name: Andy Bonesz

LUR or Permit Application #: Permit 24-063820 -CO

Stories: 2 Occupancy: B - Business Construction Type: VB

Fire Sprinklers: No

Plans Examiner/Inspector: David Bartley

Plan Submitted Option: pdf   [File 1]   [File 2]   [File 3]   [File 4]

Payment Option: mail

Appeal Information Sheet

Appeal item 1

Code Section

1004.5

Requires

Number of occupants shall be computed at the rate of one occupant per unit of area as prescribed in Table 1004.5.

Code Modification or Alternate Requested

Designate lower actual occupant load to be approved by building official, per listed OSSC exception.

Proposed Design

We are requesting to designate the actual occupant loads per the below, and post signage reflecting these maximums on each level:

Proposed Actual and Posted Maximum Occupants:
Level One: 49 Occupants
Level Two: 29 Occupants

Reason for alternative

Centennial School District intends to use this building for their adult transitions program that provides real-world training and skills to students over the age of 18. The program has two classes (one on each oor), plus a small sta. At no time will the number of occupants exceed 49 on level one and 29 on level two.

Due to the predictably low number of occupants based on enrollment and sta size, and the impracticality of reducing the size of the spaces or adding a secondary means of egress, we seek approval to designate the occupant loads per above. We appreciate your consideration.

Attachments:

  1. Appeal Letter
  2. FLS Plan Showing Limited Occupants
  3. Owner Letter Supporting Limited Occupant Enrollment
  4. Furniture Plan

Appeal Decision

Reduction in occupant load based on the intended function of the space: Granted as proposed for this use and occupancy only provided an occupant load sign is posted on each level and exit signage is provided at the exit door on the first floor. Obtain the occupant load sign from the fire marshal's office.

"The Administrative Appeal Board finds that the information submitted by the appellant demonstrates that the approved modifications or alternate methods are consistent with the intent of the code; do not lessen health, safety, accessibility, life, fire safety or structural requirements; and that special conditions unique to this project make strict application of those code sections impractical.

Pursuant to City Code Chapter 24.10, you may appeal this decision to the Building Code Board of Appeal within 90 calendar days of the date this decision is published. For information on the appeals process, go to www.portlandoregon.gov/bds/appealsinfo, call (503) 823-6251 or come to the Development Services Center."