Title
Appeal of Shirley M. Thom to a Fire Inspection Correction Notice (windows only) at 1611 TAYLOR AVENUE.
Purpose of Appeal
We are asking that a variance be granted as the bedroom windows meet the minimum glazed area and width requirement but lack the openable height requirement.
Date of Order(s)
May 29, 2012
Inspector/Key Staff
Mitchell Imbertson
Legislative Hearing Staff Comments
No hearing necessary.
Variance Recommendation
Yes, 2 rear bedrooms - 8 inches egress opening height and 2 side bedrooms - 5 inches egress opening height.
Body
WHEREAS, in the matter of the Appeal of Shirley M. Thom to a Fire Inspection Correction Notice (windows only) at 1611 TAYLOR AVENUE, the Legislative Hearing Officer has reviewed the appeal and considered the testimony of City staff and the appellant; and
WHEREAS, the Legislative Hearing Officer recommends that the City Council grant a 8-inch variance on the openable height of the egress windows in the two rear bedrooms, and grant a 5-inch variance on the openable height of the egress window in the two side bedrooms; Now, Therefore, Be It
RESOLVED, that the Saint Paul City Council hereby accepts and adopts the Legislative Hearing Officer's recommendation in this matter.