HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-06-05 Planning Board Supplemental Materials (107)
Town of North Andover
Planning Department
1600 Osgood St.
North Andover, Ma
May 24, 2012
Judy,
Chief Melnikas and I reviewed the proposed plan of development for 26 Main St. An 8
unit 2 story Town House development by Jeffco, Inc. known as Pond View. The Departments major concern would be accessibility to the structure in the event of a fire or other emergency
requiring fire apparatus. We have met with the builder, Doug Ahern on this concern. He has provided the department with a site plan detailing the parking arrangements in and around
this structure. The Department is satisfied with the parking arrangements spelled out on the plan. There shall be 12 feet of unobstructed travel way to access the structure and a total
of 18 feet in front of the structure for ladder truck operations. Both the 12 foot access and 18 foot clearance must be marked as fire lanes according to MA. General Law CMR 527 10.03
[10] It is imperative these lanes be free of obstruction at all times and maintained in perpetuity.
The Department also requires the fire sprinkler main control valve be attached
to the exterior of the building enclosed in a structure with key access, this room shall be heated during the winter season to prevent the valve from freezing. A fire hydrant shall
be installed within 50 feet of the fire department connection.
Fire alarms and carbon monoxide warning systems shall be installed in accordance with the existing building code. [8]
If you have any further questions or concerns please feel free to contact me anytime.
Regards,
Lt Frederick McCarthy
Fire Prevention
978-688-9590