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Zoning Files #1048 & 1049 September 4, 1986 Page 3 Building Plans: Floor Plan - A floor plan has been provided (Exhibit E). It reflects somewhat how the structure will be used. Elevations - Are provided (Exhibit F) applicant is requesting a variance in the material used on the exterior. Orono Ordinance requires that all structures and additions be of the same material as the principal structure (Orono Ordinance 10.50, Subdivision (5) F 2). The applicant is asking if he can use a finished metal instead of brick/concrete block, etc. finish which is used on the principal structure. Building Code Plan Review: Per Appendix E, the structure will be required to have a sprinkler system. Fire Code Plan Review: 1. Storage of hydrogen is required to be outside in a fenced area and posted to prevent entrance by unathorized personnel. 2. Existing hydrant locations are accessible and in good condition. 3. Washington Scientific must provide Material Safety Data Sheets on all materials to be stored in proposed building to assure proper storage. 4. Existing principal building does not have proper openings for fire department access and should be sprinkled. 5. Company has up to date permits with Hennepin County Hazardous Waste Department. This permit must be kept up to date. Planning Commission tabled the application (Exhibit H) pending acceptable resolve of the sprinkling of the main building. In addition, Planning Commission asked ti..,t staff contact the local fire chief for assurance that WSI met all safety standards for use and storage of hazardous chemicals. A representative of WSI confirmed for staff that at a budget meeting of the Board of Directors on August 27, 1986, the company approved the installation of a sprinkling system for the main •uilding in the coming budget year commencing on September 1, 1980. Such system would be completely installed by January 1, 1987.