HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008 Mechanical Board MinutesVirg Bernero, Mayor
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
316 N. Capitol Avenue, Suites C-1 & C-2 • Lansing MI 48933-1238
(517) 483-4355 • FAX: (517) 377-0169
BUILDING SAFETY
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MECHANICAL BOARD OF APPEALS
Held at 316 N. Capitol Ave. at 7:00 pm
January 8, 2008
The January 2008 meeting of the City of Lansing Mechanical Board of Appeals was called to
order at 7:00 p.m. by Richard Cortright. The following members were in attendance:
Richard Cortright
Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr.
Jim Lamar
Marcus Metoyer Jr.
Members absent: Pat Ryan
Staff Present: Brian Shields, Chief Mechanical Inspector
Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector
Petitioners Present: None
Vice Chairman Richard Cortright asked for the approval of the November 13, 2007 and
December 11, 2007 minutes. Marcus Metoyer Jr. made a motion to approve the minutes.
Motion seconded by Jim Lamar. Motion carried.
Old Business: None
New Business: The 2006 Michigan Mechanical Code & 2006 International Fuel Gas
Code Books were distributed to the Board Members
Jim Lamar turned in a letter of resignation from serving on the Mechanical Board effective
January 11, 2008, due to health issues and a conflict in time. The Board Members expressed
their feelings of loss over the resignation and that Jim would be missed.
Other Business: None
Public Comment: None
Divisional Actions Report: City Mechanical Inspectors have made 195 inspections in
December 2007. There have been 30 Mechanical Permits issued for 2008 as compared to 19
for this time in 2007.
The next Scheduled Meeting is February 12, 2008 at 7:00 pm.
Page 2 Mechanical Board September 11, 2007
At 9:00 p.m., Jim Lamar made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Paul Gilmore, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Virg Bernero, Mayor
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
316 N. Capitol Avenue, Suites C-1 & C-2 • Lansing MI 48933-1238
(517) 483-4355 • FAX: (517) 377-0169
BUILDING SAFETY
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MECHANICAL BOARD OF APPEALS
Held at 316 N. Capitol Ave. at 7:00 pm
February 12, 2008
The February 2008 meeting of the City of Lansing Mechanical Board of Appeals was called to order at
7:00 p.m. by Pat Ryan, Chairman. The following members were in attendance:
Pat Ryan, Chairman
Richard Cortright - -
Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr. r.,..
Marcus Metoyer Jr.
Members absent: None
Staff Present: Brian Shields, Chief Mechanical Inspector
Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector ;-� c'
Petitioners Present: None
Public Present: None
Chairman Pat Ryan asked for the approval of the January 8, 2008 minutes. Marcus Metoyer Jr. made a
motion to approve the minutes. Motion seconded by Paul Gilmore Jr. Motion carried.
Old Business: None
New Business: Brian Shields stated that the next update on the Forbes Mechanical Act will come
at the meeting on February 29, 2008.
Public Comment: None
Divisional Actions Report: City Mechanical Inspectors have made 242 inspections in January 2008.
There have been 157 Mechanical Permits issued for 2008 as compared to 144 for this time in 2007.
The next Scheduled Meeting is March 11, 2008 at 7:00 pm.
At 9:00 p.m., Richard Cortright made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Marcus Metoyer Jr., motion
carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Brian Shields, Secretary Draft date: February 13, 200�8,,,p
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DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
316 N. Capitol Avenue, Suites C-1 & C-2 • Lansing MI 48933-1238
(517) 483-4355 • FAX: (517) 377-0169
BUILDING SAFETY
Virg Bernero, Mayor
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MECHANICAL BOARD OF APPEALS
Held at 316 N. Capitol Ave. at 7:00 pm
March 11, 2008
The March 2008 meeting of the City of Lansing Mechanical Board of Appeals was
called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Pat Ryan. The following members were in attendance:
Pat Ryan, Chairman
Richard Cortright
Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr.
Marcus Metoyer Jr.
Members absent: None
Staff Present: Brian Shields, Chief Mechanical Inspector
Staff Absent: Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector
Petitioners Present: None
Public Present: None
Chairman Pat Ryan asked for the approval of the February 12, 2008 minutes. Richard
Cortright made a motion to approve the minutes. Motion seconded by Marcus Metoyer
Jr. Motion carried.
Old Business: None
New Business: We discussed the changes in the new Code highlighted in
the B.C.C. Bulletin, concerning the Michigan Mechanical Code & the State Boiler Code,
Other Business: None
Public Comment: None
Divisional Actions Report: City Mechanical Inspectors have made 255 inspections in
February 2008. There have been 259 Mechanical Permits issued for 2008 as
compared to 258 for this time in 2007.
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The next Scheduled Meeting is April 8, 2008 at 7:00 pm.
At 9:00 p.m., Paul Gilmore made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Richard Cortright,
motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Brian Shields, Secretary
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Virg Bernero, Mayor
DCPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
316 N. Capitol Avenue, Suites C-1 & C-2 • Lansing MI 48933-1238
(517) 483-4355 • FAX: (517) 377-0169
BUILDING SAFETY
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING
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Held at 316 N. Capitol Ave. at 7:00 r)
APRIL 8, 2008 f ✓;
The April 2008 meeting of the City of Lansing Mechanical Board of Appeals was called to order
at 7:00 p.m. by Pat Ryan, Chairman. The following members were in attendance:
Pat Ryan, Chairman
Richard Cortright
Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr.
Members absent: Marcus Metoyer Jr.
Staff Present: Brian Shields, Chief Mechanical Inspector
Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector
Petitioners Present: None
Public Present: None
Chairman Pat Ryan asked for the approval of the March 11, 2008 minutes. Richard Cortright
made a motion to approve the minutes. Motion seconded by Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr. Motion
carried.
Old Business: None
New Business: The Manufacturer's Technical Bulletin for Proper Installation of Duct
Smoke Detector Sensing Tube was handed out.
Other Business: None
Public Comment: None
Divisional Actions Report: City Mechanical Inspectors have made 278 Inspections in March
2008. There have been 331 Mechanical Permits issued for 2008 as compared to 383 for this
time in 2007.
The next Scheduled Meeting is May 13, 2008 at 7:00 pm.
At 9:00 p.m., Paul Gilmore Jr. made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Richard Cortright,
motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Brian Shields, Secretary
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yPt, S1 -DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
316 N. Capitol Avenue, Suites C-1 & C-2 • Lansing, MI 48933-1238
(517) 483-4355 • FAX: (517) 377-0169
BUILDING SAFETY
Virg Bernero, Mayor
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MECHANICAL BOARD OF APPEALS
Held at 316 N. Capitol Ave. at 7:00 pm
MAY 13, 2008 -;
The May 2008 meeting of the City of Lansing Mechanical Board of Appeals was called to order
at 7:00 p.m. by Pat Ryan. The following members were in attendance:
Pat Ryan, Chairman
Richard Cortright
Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr.
Marcus Metoyer Jr.
Members absent: None
Staff Present: Brian Shields, Chief Mechanical Inspector
Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector
Petitioners Present: None
Public Present: None
Chairman Pat Ryan asked for the approval of the April 8, 2008 minutes. Paul Gilmore Jr. made
a motion to approve the minutes. Seconded by Marcus Metoyer, motion carried.
Old Business: None
New Business: Brian informed the Mechanical Board of a recall of Goodman brand
rooftop equipment. The acceptability of using 3-M Firemaster wrap in plenum return space to
cover PVC piping and conduit was discussed.
Other Business: None
Divisional Actions Report: City Mechanical Inspectors have made 268 inspections in April
2008. There have been 448 Mechanical Permits issued for 2008 as compared to 515 for this
time in 2007.
The next Scheduled Meeting is June 10, 2008 at 7:00 pm.
At 9:00 p.m., Paul Gilmore made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Richard Cortright, motion
carried.
Respectfully submitted
Brian Shields, Secretary Draft date: May 19, 2008
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DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
316 N. Capitol Avenue, Suites C-1 & C-2 • Lansing, MI 48933-1238
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OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MECHANICAL BOARD OF APPEALS
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JUNE 10, 2008
The May 2008 meeting of the City of Lansing Mechanical Board of Appeals was called to ordgr,
at 7:00 p.m. by Pat Ryan. The following members were in attendance:
Pat Ryan, Chairman
Richard Cortright
Marcus Metoyer Jr.
Members absent: Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr.
Staff Present: Brian Shields, Chief Mechanical Inspector
Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector
Petitioners Present: None
Public Present: None
Chairman Pat Ryan asked for the approval of the May 13, 2008 minutes. Richard Cortright,
made a motion to approve the minutes. Seconded by Marcus Metoyer, motion carried.
Old Business: None
New Business: 2006 Michigan Residential Code is available and will start being enforced
August 1, 2008.
Brian Shields gave the Board an update of the last State Boad of Mechanical Rules.
Brian Shields also gave an update of the recent storm damage as he is part of the Damage
Assessment Team.
Pat Ryan brought a vent kit for Lennox 80 % efficient furnaces to reduce the need for chimney
liners. The Board wanted further information on proper listings for this equipment. Cal Baxter is
checking.
Other Business: None
Divisional Actions Report: City Mechanical Inspectors have made 265 inspections in May
2008. There have been 534 Mechanical Permits issued for 2008 as compared to 616 for this
time in 2007.
The next Scheduled Meeting is September 9, 2008 at 7:00 pm.
Page 2 Mechanical Board January 8, 2
At 9:00 p.m., Marcus Metoyer made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Richard Cortright,
motion carried.
Respectfully sub ted
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Brian Shields, Secretary
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Virg Bernero, Mayor
DEPARTMENT OF PLANIvING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
316 N. Capitol Avenue, Suites C-1 & C-2 • Lansing, MI 48933-1238
(517) 483-4355 • FAX: (517) 377-0169
BUILDING SAFETY
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MECHANICAL BOARD OF APPEALS
Held at 316 N. Capitol Ave. at 7:00 pm
SEPTEMBER 9, 2008
The September 2008 meeting of the City of Lansing Mechanical Board of Appeals was called to
order at 7:00 p.m. by Pat Ryan. The following members were in attendance:
Pat Ryan, Chairman
Marcus Metoyer Jr.
Richard Cortright
Members absent: Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr.
Staff Present: Brian Shields, Chief Mechanical Inspector
Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector
Petitioners Present: None
Public Present: None
Chairman Pat Ryan asked for the approval of the June 10, 2008 minutes. Marcus Metoyer
made a motion to approve the minutes. Seconded by Richard Cortright, motion carried.
Old Business: None
New Business: Building Safety staff gave new 2006 Code Books to the Board members.
Brian discussed changes to the State Boiler Law that allows Mechanical Contractors with proper
designation on there license to install Residential Boilers.
The election of New Board Officers was postponed until all members are present.
Other Business: None
Divisional Actions Report: City Mechanical Inspectors have made 228 inspections in August
2008. There have been 882 Mechanical Permits issued for 2008 as compared to 968 for this
time in 2007.
The next Scheduled Meeting is October 14, 2008 at 7:00 pm.
At 9:00 p.m., Marcus Metoyer made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Richard Cortright,
motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Brian Shields Secr ✓ 4
Secretary Draft date: Date �September 16, 200
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Virg Bernero, Mayor
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
316 N. Capitol Avenue, Suites C-1 & C-2 • Lansing, MI 48933-1238
(517) 483-4355 • FAX: (517) 377-0169
BUILDING SAFETY
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MECHANICAL BOARD OF APPEALS
Held at 316 N. Capitol Ave. at 7:00 pm
OCTOBER 28, 2008
The October 2008 meeting of the City of Lansing Mechanical Board of Appeals was called to
order at 7:00 p.m. by Pat Ryan. The following members were in attendance:
Pat Ryan, Chairman
Marcus Metoyer Jr.
Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr.
Richard Cortright
Members absent: None - -
Staff Present: Brian Shields, Chief Mechanical Inspector
Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector
Petitioners Present: Len Burns and Associates
William Bezdek P.E., Lynne Layher-Burns, George L. Brenner
Public Present: None
Chairman Pat Ryan asked for the approval of the September 9, 2008 minutes. Richard
Cortright made a motion to approve the minutes. Seconded by Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr.,
motion carried.
Old Business: None
New Business:
Case No: Address: Petitioner:
MBA -001-2008 220 S. Washington Sq. Len Burns
Chairman Pat Ryan stated that he is the Contractor on this job so do to the conflict of interest;
he would abstain from voting.
Pat Ryan introduced Len Burns who is requesting to be allowed to use the make-up air inlet at
the rear of the building per Bill Belder, P.E. Design, as submitted to Building Safety Planning
Department.
This is contrary to Chapter 4, Section 401.4.1 of the 2006 Michigan Mechanical Code. After
much discussion and no alternate method introduced to meet the intent of the Code, Richard
Cortright made a motion to deny the petitioners request to use ventilation air openings to the
alley behind 220 S. Washington Sq., as per Chapter 4 Sec 401.4.1 of the Michigan Mechanical
Code 2006 because it does not meet the Code. Seconded by Marcus Metoyer, motion to deny
use carried unanimously.
Mechanical Board of Appeals Meeting October 28, 2008 Page 2
Other Business: Election of new Board Officers
Richard Cortright, Chairman
Marcus Metoyer Jr., Vice Chairman.
Divisional Actions Report: City Mechanical Inspectors have made 272 inspections in
September 2008. There have been 1,158 Mechanical Permits issued for 2008 as compared to
1,194 for this time in 2007.
The next Scheduled Meeting is MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2008 at 7:00 pm.
At 9:00 p.m., Richard Cortright made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Marcus Metoyer Jr.,
motion carried.
Respe tfully submi Of
Brian Shields, Secretary Draft date: Date November 1, 2008
Approved date:
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Virg Bernero, Mayor
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
316 N. Capitol Avenue, Suites C-1 & C-2 • Lansing, MI 48933-1238
(517) 483-4355 • FAX: (517) 377-0169
BUILDING SAFETY
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MECHANICAL BOARD OF APPEALS
Held at 316 N. Capitol Ave. at 7:00 pm
November 10, 2008
The November 2008 meeting of the City of Lansing Mechanical Board of Appeals was called to
order at 7:00 p.m. by Richard Cortright. The following members were in attendance:
Richard Cortright, Chairman
Pat Ryan
Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr.
Members absent: Marcus Metoyer Jr.
Staff Present: Brian Shields, Chief Mechanical Inspector
Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector
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Petitioners Present: None
Public Present: None
Chairman Richard Cortright asked for the approval of the October 28, 2008 minutes. Paul
Gilmore Jr. made a motion to approve the minutes. Seconded by Pat Ryan, motion carried'
Old Business: Brian Shields gave an update on the progress regarding the appeal at
220 S. Washington Square by Len Burns/Kellies Restaurant.
New Business: None
Other Business: None
Divisional Actions Report: City Mechanical Inspectors have made 308 inspections in October
2008. There have been 1,191 Mechanical Permits issued for 2008 as compared to 1,262 for
this time in 2007.
The next Scheduled Meeting is December 9, 2008 at 7:00 pm.
At 8:00 p.m., Paul Gilmore made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Pat Ryan, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Brian Shields, Secretary
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December 23, 2008 a
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Virg Bernero, Mayor
BUILDING SAFETY
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF LANSING
MECHANICAL BOARD OF APPEALS
Held at 316 N. Capitol Ave. at 7:00 pm
December 9, 2008
The December 2008 meeting of the City of Lansing Mechanical Board of Appeals was called to
order at 7:00 p.m. by Richard Cortright. The following members were in attendance:
Richard Cortright, Chairman
Pat Ryan -
Paul Maxwell Gilmore Jr. --
Members absent: Marcus Metoyer Jr. - =_
Staff Present: Brian Shields, Chief Mechanical Inspector ---.
Cal Baxter, Mechanical Inspector
Petitioners Present: None
Public Present: None
The November 10, 2008 minutes were not available and will be approved at the next meeting.
Old Business: Brian Shields gave another update on the progress regarding the appeal
at 220 S. Washington Square by Len Burns/Kellies Restaurant.
New Business: The Board made a suggestion to have the Board Meetings every other
month starting February 10, 2009. Special Sessions will be held on the other months if needed.
On a Motion made by Pat Ryan to enact that schedule and seconded by Paul Gilmore, Motion
carried.
Other Business: None
Divisional Actions Report: City Mechanical Inspectors have made 220 inspections in
November 2008. There have been 1,320 Mechanical Permits issued for 2008 as compared to
1,379 for this time in 2007.
The next Scheduled Meeting is February 10, 2009 at 7:00 pm.
At 8:00 p.m., Paul Gilmore made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Pat Ryan, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Brian Shields, Secretary
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December 23, 2008
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