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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997 Plumbing Board Minutes OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the PLUMBING BOARD January 23, 1997 Members Present: Tim Haggart, Alison Panich, Bill Pond, Bob Burns, Steven Reck Members Absent: Lynn Gunthorpe Staff Present: Joseph Delaney, Frank Eirosius, Jack Nelson The meeting was called to order by Chairman Haggart at 7:30 p.m. On a motion by Mr. Reck, supported by Ms. Panich, the minutes of December 16, 1996, were approved. Motion carried unanimously. New Business: Mr. Nelson spoke to the Plumbing Board about a new program that the Building Safety Office has instituted for the citizens of Lansing. The program is called "Homeowners Night Out" and makes a staff person available every Wednesdayn between the hours of 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. at the Lansing Police Department South Precinct Office. "Homeowners Night Out" is for homeowner's doing construction projects or needing Zoning information. Mr. Nelson informed the Plumbing Board that the Department of Planning and Neighborhood Development will be moving on Friday, February 14, 1997, to the North Capitol Ramp. The Building Safety Office will be closed that day and will be open again on Monday, February 17, 1997. Mr. Nelson stated that he had sent all the Plumbing Board members a copy of the procedures which the State of Michigan requires of appeal boards. Mr. Nelson also talked about updating the code's every three years, hopefully in the year 2000 there will be one code, if everything falls into place it will be the international codes. For the 1997 code, Mr. Nelson said he will get the Plumbing Board members copy of the U.P.C. and I.P.C. code so that the Plumbing Board could study, compare and choose the best 1997 plumbing code for the City of Lansing. Mr. Nelson thanked the Plumbing Board for their time. Respectfully, Joseph Delaney, Secretary Draft: 01/07/97 C , Approved:, V -o 1 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING PLUMBING BOARD OF APPEALS February 20, 1997 Members Present: Tim Haggart, Alison Panich, Bill Pond, Bob Burns, Steven Reck, Lynn Gunthorpe Staff Present: Joseph Delaney, Frank Eirosius The meeting was called to order by Chairman Haggart at 7:30 p.m. On a motion by Ms. Panich, supported by Mr. Reck, the minutes of January 23, 1997, were approved. Motion carried unanimously. Old Business: The Plumbing Board discussed medical gas systems - pumps, air compressors and other equipment - should be certified by a third party. The Plumbing Board noted that in going through the I.P.C. it does not cover medical gas. New Business: Goyette Mechanical Co. john green requested to use painted victaulic coupling on storm and sanitary piping at G.M. Plant 6. The Plumbing Board is not comfortable using painted victaulic coupling on water, storm and sanitary. After further checking there is a letter from Kimberly M. Gamble, P.E. with McNamee Industrial Services Inc. stating that galvanized steel piping and galvanized coupling would be accepted to use at G.M. Plant 6. The Plumbing Board also discussed Section 410.4 wet venting pipe sizers should be at least(2)pipe sizes larger than the fixture connection. A motion was made by Mr. Burns, seconded by Mr. Pond to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 p.m. The motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Joseph Delaney Draft: 2/26/97 Secretary Approved: 3/13/97 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the PLUMBING BOARD March 13, 1997 Members Present: Tim Haggart, Alison Panich, Bill Pond, Bob Burns Members Absent: Steven Reck, Lynn Gunthorpe Staff Present: Joseph Delaney and Frank Eirosius The meeting was called to order by Chairman Haggart at 7:30 p.m. The minutes of February 20, 1997, were approved with one correction under New Business, instead of John Green Co. it should be Goyette Mechanical Co. Motion by Mr. Burns, supported by Mr. Pond. Motion carried unanimously. Old Business: The Plumbing Board had a lengthy discussion on I.P.C. and U.P.C. plumbing codes. The Plumbing Board had some concern that the I.P.C. would be very confusing to the plumbers and homeowners in the field because of all the references. The U.P.C. states precisely what the intent is. The Plumbing Board had serious problems with the I.P.C. in Chapters 1, 5, 9 and 13. The Plumbing Board also had questions about the I.P.C. Chapters 6 and 7. New Business: The Plumbing Board voted unanimously to give Mr. Lynn Gunthorpe and Mr. Steven Reck an excused absence. A motion was made by Mr. Burns that the City of Lansing adopt the 1997 U.P.C. Motion supported by Mr. Pond. Motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Ms. Panich, supported by Mr. Pond to adjourn at 9:50 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully, Joseph Delaney, Secretary Draft: 03/25/97G Approved: !� 0 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the PLUMBING BOARD May 8, 1997 Members Present: Tim Haggart, Steven Reek, Bill Pond, Bob Burns Members Absent: Alison Panich, Lynn Gunthorpe Staff Present: Joseph Delaney and Frank Eirosius The meeting was called to order by Chairman Haggart at 7:30 p.m. The minutes of March 13, 1997, were approved. Motion by Mr. Reek, supported by Mr. Pond. Motion carried unanimously. Old Business: None. New Business: One drain layer examination was administered by Mr. Eirosius to Mr. Brent Landborn with a score of 68%. 70% is passing. PA-002-97 Dodd Restaurant - 3500 S Waverly Road Mr. Roosevelt Robertson, Petitioner, representing Dodd Restaurant was present for this appeal. The petitioner is requesting to eliminate the employee restroom. Mr. Robertson stated that the restaurant load seating will be 75 people and the two restrooms which will be installed will have an occupant load of 100 people. Mr. Robertson also stated that Ingham County Health would grant a variance to eliminate the employees restroom because the building needs more dry food storage. After a discussion, the Plumbing Board said the County Health Department does not have jurisdiction over Table 9-4 of the Lansing amendment to the U.P.C. Mr. Reek made motion to grant a one time only variance to eliminate the employees restroom. Motion was seconded by Mr. Pond. Motion carried unanimously. In support of this decision the Plumbing Board makes the following finding of fact: Occupancy load is sufficient and it does not create a health hazard. Joseph Delaney announced that on June 23, 1997, the Plumbing Board is invited to a Lugnuts Baseball Game at Oldsmobile Park. Tickets can be picked up the week of June 16 at the Building Safety Office. A motion was made by Mr. Burns, supported by Mr. Pond to adjourn at 9:50 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully, Joseph Delaney, Secretary Draft: 05/21/97 Approved: q 11110 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the PLUMBING BOARD September 11, 1997 Members Present: Alison Bono, Tim Haggart, Steven Reek, Bill Pond, Bob Burns, Lynn Gunthorpe Members Absent: None Staff Present: Joseph Delaney and Frank Eirosius The meeting was called to order by Chairman Haggart at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Pond made a motion to approve the minutes of the May 8, 1997, meeting. Motion supported by Mr. Burns. Motion carried unanimously. Election of Officers: A unanimous ballet was cast for Tim Haggart as Chairman. A unanimous ballet was cast for Bill Pond as Vice Chairman. New Business: A drain layer examination was administered by the Plumbing Board to Mr. John Nichols with a score of 80%. 70% is passing. The Plumbing Board discussed a letter received by Daily Plumbing for variance on a barrier free water closet. The Plumbing Board said the state can give the variance on barrier free. The Plumbing Board said at the next meeting they would like to get started with the amendments for the 1997 U.P.C. Old Business: The Plumbing Board discussed the importance and safety of medical gas. A motion was made by Mr. Reek, seconded by Mr. Gunthorpe, to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. The next Plumbing Board meeting will be October 9, 1997. Respectfully, Joseph Delaney, Secretary Draft: 09/25/97 Approved: _ l OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the PLUMBING BOARD October 9, 1997 Members Present: Tim Haggart, Steven Reck, Bill Pond, Bob Burns Members Absent: Lynn Gunthorpe Staff Present: Joseph Delaney and Frank Eirosius The meeting was called to order by Chairman Haggart at 7:30 p.m. On a motion by Mr, Reck, supported by Mr. Pond, the minutes of September 11, 1997, were approved. Motion carried unanimously. New Business: One drain layer examination was administered by Mr. Eirousis to Mr. David Couch with a score of 46%. 70% is passing. The Plumbing Board started working on the amendments to the 1997 U.P.C. With one or two more meetings the Plumbing Board hopes to complete the amendments. Old Business: None. A motion was made by Mr. Reck, seconded by Mr. Burns, to adjourn the meeting at 9:20 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. The next Plumbing Board meeting will be November 13, 1997. Respectfully, Joseph Delaney, Secretary Draft: 10/17/97 Approved: OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the PLUMBING BOARD November 13, 1997 Members Present: Tim Haggart, Steven Reck, Bill Pond, Bob Bums Members Absent: Lynn Gunthorpe Staff Present: Joseph Delaney and Frank Eirosius The meeting was called to order by Chairman Haggart at 7:30 p.m. On a motion by Mr. Burns, supported by Mr. Reck, the minutes of October 9, 1997, were approved. Motion carried unanimously. Old Business: Amendment changes to the U.P.C. 1. Chapter 1422.01 that read Appendix Chapters A, B, C, D, E G, H and J-new will read Appendix Chapters A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, and L. 2. Table 7-3 of the U.P.C. that read clothes washer domestic 2" standpipe minimum size and trap arm is 2".New will read clothes washer domestic 3" standpipe minimum size trap arm is 3". 3. Amend Appendix Chapter F Section F 3(c) by deleting (c) and replacing it with the following: "Installers shall be qualified or certified through proper training from a certified instructor." 4. New Section 1303.3.A Installers shall be qualified or certified through proper training from a certified instructor. The Plumbing Board voted unanimously to accept these changes. New Business: The Plumbing Board discussed plumbing fixture requirements. Due to a scheduling conflict the December Plumbing Board meeting will be changed to December 4, 1997, at 6:00 p.m. A motion was made by Mr. Pond, seconded by Mr. Reck, to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully, Joseph Delaney, Secretary Draft: 11/18/97 Approved: OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS of the PLUMBING BOARD December 4, 1997 Members Present: Tim Haggart, Bill Pond, Bob Burns, Steven Reck Members Absent: Lynn Gunthorpe Staff Present: Joseph Delaney, Frank Eirosius, Jack Nelson The mmeting was called to order by Chairman Haggart at 6:00 p.m. New Business: The Plumbing Board voted unanimously to give Lynn Gunthorpe an excused absence. Old Business: There was some discussion on the amendments to the U.P.C. Being no other busines the Plumbing Board retired to the NutHouse Restaurant for the annual Christmas Dinner. The next Plumbing Board Meeting will be January 8, 1998. Respectfully, oseph Delaney, Secretary Draft: 01/08/98 Approved: VP1 V/ February 3, 1998 Mayor David Hollister 9th Floor- City Hall 124 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 Dear Mayor Hollister: The Plumbing Board continues to have very good participation and input from its members. The current members of the Lansing Plumbing Board are: Lynn Gunthorpe Master Plumber Robert Burns Journey Plumber Stephen Reek Michigan Health Department William Pond Master Plumber Tim Haggart Journey Plumber In 1997, the Board met nine (9) times. The priorities of the Board continue to be to protect the health and safety of the citizens of Lansing and to approve new materials and products as they become available for use in plumbing installations. In 1997, the Lansing Plumbing Board continued to act as the Plumbing Appeals Board. The Board works closely with Chief Plumbing Inspector, Joseph Delaney and Assistant Inspector, Frank Eirosius enforcing the Uniform Plumbing Code. The Board meets the second Thursday of each month, September through May,. We would welcome you or your staff at any time. If you have any questions, or if I can be of assistance, please call me. My home phone number is 394-5497. Sincerely, -7 CHaggart, Ch i man Lansing Plumbing Board