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Mr.Lyle Oman City of Orono,Minnesota VIA EMAIL -LOman,crci.orono.mn.us Re: 3435 Shoreline Drive Orono,MN Dear Lyle: Thank you for taking the time to meet with us recently to discuss the 8,000 square foot space at 3435 Shoreline Drive in Orono("Property"). This letter is intended to demonstrate how our proposed use of the Property is aligned with its zoning for use as Group A3(Assembly)and safe for the space as constructed and designed. As we discussed,the occupancy classification outlined in Chapter 3 of the International Building Code includes the following use: "auction spaces need to be assigned a Group A-3 occupancy(IBC Interpretation No.38-03)." I forwarded that information to you the day of our meeting. Please let me know if you did not receive that and[will send it again. Our intended use of the Property indudes the following: * Occasional sale and auction of antiques * House community outreach program for charitable foundation (His House and Hearts From Heaven Foundation 501(c)3 in service to individuals and families in need and in crisis. You may google His House Foundation through Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Excelsior. * Volunteer Assembly-Just last week,Dan had four families and their children,a group of 18+volunteers,gather to sit and hear the mission of His House which led to their generous donation of time to help an 83 year old woman transition from her apartment to a managed care facility. As we drive around our community,unbeknownst to most,people's circumstances and life stories are unfolding all around us. The stories will break your heart but the gifts of the volunteers will just lift your spirit. So many examples of countless hours graciously donated by volunteers coming together in an effort to help those in our own neighborhoods that are less fortunate or find themselves in a crisis situation. This location will be used for the sorting of necessities and gift bags that will be distributed to local families in need. * Assembly of group of musicians to rehearse music in preparation for performances at churches,weddings,community events and fundraisers. According to the Minnesota State Fire Marshall and the Minnesota Fire Code:-under Assembly(Group A)Occupancies-Section 8-Fire Protection: 8.13 Group A-3 Occupancies: An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout the fire area containing a Group A-3 occupancy when one of the following conditions exists: l.The fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet; 2.The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more;or, 3.The fire area is located on a floor other than the►evel of exit discharge. As noted above,the space of the Property is approximately 8,000 sqr ft. Our occupant load on a daily basis would average under five with an occasional load of 20-30 and would never come close to a 100 occupant load. The space is not located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge. Because only non- hazardous material would be present at the Property,and our occupant load is small,our risk is negligible. Our intended uses will service and benefit the community. Attached please find the Mission Statement of His House and Hearts From Heaven Foundation. Please contact Robin at 612-709-4125 with any questions. Thank you for your time and consideration.—Robin Wade 567wade�Qmail.com **a****�**********+*+**+**r**************+.*.*****.************�*********�****�*****�**********�******r***** His House And Hearts From Heaven Foundation Mission Statement: Our foundations intend to serve our community by providing direct services to families in need and to serve as a catalyst for increased sharing within our community.Our vision is rooted in the belief that when people act in response to human need,giving what they have without seeking profit or interest,we believe God magnifies the effects of our efforts.We believe that we are on this human journey together,and the community we build together will be more for the sharing and less for the withholding of the gifts of each person. Who We Serve: 2