Permit Number:  2022082082

Date:

2/5/2024 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

209 - FIRE FINAL

Status:

86 - FIRE FINAL APPRVD PENDING FEES

Tucker Tower

Final fire CO approved pending fees.

Date:

12/13/2023 

Inspector:

Oscar Bouza (OBB) 

Type:

208 - FIRE TCO INSPECTION

Status:

47 - APPROVED FOR TEMPORARY ONLY

TCO RECOMMENDED FOR GENERAL OCCUPANCY.

Date:

12/13/2023 

Inspector:

Oscar Bouza (OBB) 

Type:

208 - FIRE TCO INSPECTION

Status:

47 - APPROVED FOR TEMPORARY ONLY

PERMIT: 2022082082
Tucker Tower
9940 Hibiscus St.

Contact: NEZ TEIMOURI 818-220-5771

Master permit 2022082082
Fire alarm 2023024218
Site Plan 2022045317 (Finaled)
Pool Deck Restrooms 2023009270
Sprinkler aboveground 2023028652
Sprinkler underground 2023033090 (Finaled)
Access Control 2024003907
FACP Wireless Communicator 2023067490 (Finaled

TCO Recommended for 90 days from the date of this inspection with Captain s Approval. Bring a hold harmless letter on a company letterhead with the owner s information and the Miami Dade County TCO form with H number to 11805 Coral Way. Call 786-315-2771 for an appointment. Ensure all fees pending for this permit or sub-permits have been paid.

Restrictions: Pool deck is not part of the TCO. No occupancy in pool deck area. This area is still under construction and entry shall be restricted except for construction personnel.

Reason: Pool and pool deck still pending. Plans revision pending, permanent signage pending in some areas. see pending items list.

Inspector Name: Lt. O. Bouza
Fees Applied: yes
Date of Inspection 12/12/23

Date:

12/13/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

208 - FIRE TCO INSPECTION

Status:

47 - APPROVED FOR TEMPORARY ONLY

TCO Recommended for 30 days.

Date:

12/13/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

208 - FIRE TCO INSPECTION

Status:

47 - APPROVED FOR TEMPORARY ONLY

Tucker Tower
9940 Hibiscus St.

Master permit 2022082082
Fire alarm 2023024218
Site Plan 2022045317 (Finaled)
Pool Deck Restrooms 2023009270
Sprinkler aboveground 2023028652
Sprinkler underground 2023033090 (Finaled)
Access Control 2024003907
FACP Wireless Communicator 2023067490 (Finaled)

Municipality: Miami-Dade County

Restrictions: The swimming Pool is excluded and Tenant move in is not allowed.

1. Fire TCO is recommended for Stocking furniture, common areas and employee training only. Not for Tenants moving in the apartments. See the Fire Captain for the TCO approval with the restrictions. Ensure a Hardship letter is provided by the building owner that includes all the restrictions.
2. In order to acquire a TCO for general occupancy/tenant moving in, need to finalize the sprinklers inside the apartment units, for floors 2,4,5,6,7,8.
3. All pending items from Lt. Bouza previous list 12/12/23 is completed EXCEPT for item 14. The 704 Placard requires to be 14 X 14 in height.
4. Prior to final, need to install all the furniture inside the Multipurpose room, offices, library and Gym. In order to determine proper egress width to the exit.
5. The Trash chute Guillotine was verified today and okay.
6. One EM light inside the library restroom was not working. Needs re-testing. All other EM lights on the ground level and roof were okay.
7. Add signage Mechanical Room NO Storage, for the mechanical room inside the Library.
8. Add Trash Room signage by the door, located on the ground level South Entry exterior door.
9. The access to the fire hydrant from the FDC is more than 150 feet, due to the new exterior fence. This inspector will research if the access gate on the North side will need to be removed or if a Knox Box installed on the access gate will be sufficient.
10. Provide the missing FACP INSIDE signage, at the FACP door.
11. All elevator keys, roof access key and FACP room key was installed in the elevator Supramax box.
12. Provide the missing bolts to secure the backflow stand.
13. Need to finalize all sub-permits pending revisions and minor items prior to final CO.

Lt. Jose de Alfaraz
12/13/23

Date:

12/12/2023 

Inspector:

Oscar Bouza (OBB) 

Type:

208 - FIRE TCO INSPECTION

Status:

2 - APPROVED PARTIAL

9910 HIBISCUS STREET
TUCKER TOWER

FIRE TCO N0T APPROVED

1. ITEMS 1 THROUGH 8 FROM LT. BOUZA S PENDING LIST DATED 12/7/23 COMPLETED AND VERIFIED.
2. UNIT 612 THAT WAS MISSING SPRKLR ESCUTCHEON PLATE COMPLETED AND VERIFIED.
3. FDC SIGNAGE COMPLETED.
4. PERIMETER FENCE PEDESTRIAN GATE HARDWARE INSTALLED AND VERIFIED.
5. TRASH CHUTE DOOR BUTTON TESTED FOR CLOSING AND LATCHING OKAY ON ALL FLOORS.
6. TESTED AREA OF REFUGE ON ALL FLOORS
7. TESTED HEARING IMPAIRED ROOMS 211, 411 AND 413 FOR DOOR RING AND STROBES.
8. RE-ENTRY SIGNAGE IN STAIRWELL VERIFIED.
9. FIRE LANE MARKINGS VERIFIED.

PENDING:

10. UNIT 710 SMOKE ALARMS RETEST PENDING
11. ROOF TOP EXIT AND EM LIGHTS.
12. ALTHOUGH VERIFIED THE INSTALLATION OF EXIT AND EM LIGHTS ON 1ST FLOOR AND SOUTH STAIRS, TESTING STILL PENDING.
13. ALSO, EXIT/EM COMBO LIGTHS AT PERIMETER GATES PENDING TESTING.
14. GENERATOR 704 PLACARD SIZE NOT CORRECT SIZE. THIS INSPECTOR BELIEVES 14X14 IS THE CODE REQUIREMENT. THIS INSPECTOR WILL RESEARCH.

SRI FEES APPLIED
LT. O. BOUZA

Date:

12/7/2023 

Inspector:

Oscar Bouza (OBB) 

Type:

208 - FIRE TCO INSPECTION

Status:

3 - REJECTED NOT TO CODE

#2022082082
Tucker Tower
9910 Hibiscus Street

FIRE TCO NOT APPROVED.
Continued testing smoke alarms inside units from 6th floor down to 1st floor. The following are deficiencies noted:

1. Unit 607, smoke alarms not tied to power/breaker.
2. Unit 616, smoke alarms not tied to power/breaker.
3. Unit 511, smoke alarms not tied to power/breaker.
4. Unit 506, smoke alarms not tied to power/breaker.
5. Unit 308, smoke alarm in living room missing one CO combo. One s/a in bedroom not operable.
6. Unit 205, smoke alarm bedroom not operable. Retest all when repaired.
7. Unit 113, smoke alarm not tied to power/breaker.
8. Unit 114, not ready. Smoke alarms missing.

The following were pending items that were tested and/or verified:

9. Unit 816, railing in balcony picket spacing okay/verified.
10. Unit 706, smoke alarms retested and okay.
11. Unit 402, smoke alarms retested and verified.
12. Pending items from Lt. De Alfaraz dated 11/29/23 #3, 4, 6, 8 and 10 completed and verified.
13. Generator concrete pad step paint stripe was completed and verified.
14. South entrance steps paint stripe was completed and verified.
15. South entrance stair handrails were completed and verified.

NOTE: the following additional deficient items noted during the inspection.

- Unit 612, missing escutcheon plate above the door at bedroom to the left of entrance door.
- Unit 710, smoke alarms still pending to retest.
- Roof top exit lights not lighting up on battery power.
- FDC signage pending.
- Perimeter fence pedestrian door needs hardware installed.
- Trash room still pending combo em/exit light.

Other items may be pending from previous notes. Inspection should be scheduled to go over all comments to identify any missed items.

Lt. O. Bouza
SRI FEES APPLIED

Date:

12/5/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

Tucker Tower apts.
9910 Hibiscus St.
Life safety permit 2022082082
12/04/23

1. Life safety inspection continued.
2. All items from Lt. Bouza s list dated 11/27/23 is completed, EXCEPT for items 11 (Generator room missing fire label) and item 13 pending.
3. Need to provide the missing room signage for the ground floor Trash Room in the corridor of the Apt units.
4. The site plan permit is closed. However, still need to provide the Fire Department Set-up Site signage.
5. All items completed from my prior list dated 11/27/23, EXCEPT for items 3, 10 (Unit 816 has > 4inch gap at balcony railing), 12 and 13.
6. All smoke alarms on the 8th floor, 7th floor and 4th floor were tested today. Below are the discrepancies.
7. Re-test the smoke alarms inside unit 706,714, 402 and 405.
8. Floors 6,5,3,2,1 are still pending testing of the unit smoke alarms.
9. Re-schedule when ready.

Date:

12/4/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

208 - FIRE TCO INSPECTION

Status:

3 - REJECTED NOT TO CODE

Comments to follow

Date:

11/30/2023 

Inspector:

Oscar Bouza (OBB) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

TUCKER TOWER
9910 HIBISCUS ST

COMMENTS ONLY:

GENERATOR SIGNAL INSPECTION WAS SCHEDULED UNDER THE FIRE ALARM PERMIT. INSPECTION WAS PERFORMED ON 11/28/23. COMMENTS WERE ALSO PLACED UNDER F/A PERMIT.
13-POINT GENERATOR SIGNALS WERE VERIFIED. ALL SIGNALS REPORTED TO FACP AS PER CODE.
2. STILL PENDING TO VERIFY THE SIGNALS REPORTED TO CENTRAL STATION. COMMUNICATOR NOT CONNECTED YET.

LT. O. BOUZA

Date:

11/29/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

208 - FIRE TCO INSPECTION

Status:

3 - REJECTED NOT TO CODE

Tucker Tower
9910 Hibiscus
Master permit #2022082082
11/28/23

1. Life Safety continued.
2. Today verified the transfer of power from main electrical to generator power within the allowed 10 seconds and okay.
3. Need to provide the missing light bulbs in the ground level main entrance area, in order to verify that there are 2 lighting circuits from the generator.
4. Need to provide battery backup Emergency lights inside the Leasing Office.
5. Need to provide battery backup Combo lights (Exit/EM light) inside the Fitness room, Library and Multi-purpose room.
6. Need to test the EM light inside the Bike room. Not working today.
7. Add an Exit Combo light inside the Trash chute room at the exit door.
8. At both rooftop vestibules, need to remove the light switch and provide battery backup EM lights.
9. Need to re-test all the Exit signs at the rooftop. Not working today.
10. Provide battery back-up EM lights at the outside front Colonade corridor. Every 3rd light is sufficient.
11. All other EM and Exit lights were inspected throughout and okay.

Date:

11/28/2023 

Inspector:

Oscar Bouza (OBB) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

2022082082
TUCKER TOWER
9910 HIBICUS ST
11/27/23

LIFE SAFETY INSPECTION CONTINUED.

TODAY, CONTINUED INSPECTION OF ALL DOORS FOR CLOSING/LATCHING AND LABELS ON 1ST, 4TH AND 5TH FLOORS, WHICH WERE PENDING. ALL DOORS OKAY, EXCEPT FOR THE FOLLOWING:

1. UNIT #516 UNIT DOOR GETS STUCK ON FLOOR WHEN FULLY OPEN AND DOES NOT CLOSE.
2. UNIT #201, DOOR NOT LATCHING.
3. 1ST FLOOR MENS BATHROOM DOOR NOT CLOSING/LATCHING.
4. UNIT #105 NOT LATCHING AND LABEL MISSING.
5. 1ST FLOOR TRASH ROOM DOOR, IN CORRIDOR, NOT LATCHING.
6. UNITS #110, 112, 113, 115 AND 116 DOORS MISSING LABELS.
7. UNIT #114 DOOR MISSING HARDWARE AND LABEL. TEST FOR CLOSING/LATCH PENDING.
8. A/C CLOSET DOOR FOR UNIT #115 NOT LATCHING/CLOSING.
9. OUTSIDE ELECTRICAL ROOM DOOR NOT LATCHING/CLOSING.
10. PUMP ROOM DOOR NOT CLOSING/LATCHING.
11. GENERATOR ROOM DOOR NOT CLOSING/LATCHING.
12. OUTSIDE MAINTENANCE ROOM DOOR NOT CLOSING AND LATCHING.
13. ALL DOORS EQUIPPED WITH ACCESS CONTROL/ELECTRICAL LOCKING SYSTEMS ARE PENDIG TO TEST FOR SELF-CLOSING AND LATCHING. ACCESS CONTROL UNDER SEPARATE PERMIT.
14. 5TH FLOOR ELECTRICAL ROOM: A PIPE IS PENETRATING WALL INSIDE ELECTRICAL ROOM. PENETRATION IS NOT PROTECTED.

LT. O. BOUZA
SRI FEES APPLIED.

Date:

11/27/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

208 - FIRE TCO INSPECTION

Status:

3 - REJECTED NOT TO CODE

Tucker Tower
9910 Hibiscus
Master permit #2022082082
11/27/23

1. Life Safety inspection continued.
2. Today verified all handrails, guardrails, steps inside both stairwells.
3. Need to remove debris and clean both stairwells prior to TCO.
4. Stair 2 on the 8th floor, repair the dent at the nose of the steps.
5. Stair 2, between 6 and 5th floor, cannot have greater than a 6 inch sphere below the guardrail.
6. Stair 2, bottom landing, the end of the inner handrail needs to return to itself or on the ground. Or provide a bracket at the end of the handrail to prevent any loose clothing from getting caught up.
7. Stair 1, 7th floor, repair the dent at the nose of the steps.
8. All balcony railings for all units from the 8th floor to the 6th floor were inspected. Below are the discrepancies.
9. For the following units, need to raise the balcony guardrails to be at least 42 inches from the finished floor. Units 803,805,807,814,713,715,611,609,605,603.
10. No access to units 815 and 816. These are pending.
11. At unit 715, at the corner of the balcony, there was a gap greater than 4 inches wide. Need to correct.
12. At the ground level generator room, paint the nose of the step in yellow and provide WATCH YOUR STEP. The rise of the step is approximately 9 inches.
13. At the exterior South exit steps ground level, Add the missing handrail and paint the nose of the step in yellow. Also, will need an emergency light in this area.
14. There are several rooms on the ground level, Multi-purpose room, Leasing office, A/C closet, Fitness room and the library that have green high temperature sprinkler heads. This inspector will research to see if this is allowed for an ordinary hazard area.

Date:

11/21/2023 

Inspector:

Oscar Bouza (OBB) 

Type:

208 - FIRE TCO INSPECTION

Status:

2 - APPROVED PARTIAL

TUCKER TOWER
9910 HIBISCUS ST

LATE ENTRY, INSPECTION DATE 11/20/23

FIRE TCO INSPECTION, PARTIAL APPROVAL

- INSPECTED AND VERIFIED, ALL DOORS FOR UNITS AND CORRIDORS FOR CLOSING AND LATCHING AND FIRE RATED LABELS FOR ALL FLOORS. ALL DOORS OKAY EXCEPT THE FOLLOWING:

1. TRASH CHUTE HATCH/DOORS STILL PENDING. A PNEUMATIC BUTTON FOR ADA ACCESS HAS NOT BEEN ACTIVATED/CONNECTED. ONCE SYSTEM IS UP AND RUNNING IT SHALL BE TESTED.
2. UNIT #810 NEEDS DOOR HARDWARE AND TEST FOR CLOSING AND LATCHING AND LABEL.
3. 8TH FLOOR STORAGE ROOM BY UNIT 814 NEEDS SIGNAGE.
4. EXTINGUISHER CABINET BY UNIT 716 NEEDS A PULL HANDLE.
5. 6TH FLOOR TRASH ROOM DOOR NOT LATCHING. NEEDS RETESTING.
6. 4TH AND 5TH FLOOR, ALL DOORS PENDING TO TEST CLOSING/LATCHING AND LABELS. FLOORS WERE BEING INSTALLED IN CORRIDORS AND UNABLE TO WALK.
7. 3RD FLOOR TRASH ROOM DOOR NOT LATCHING.
8. A/C CLOSET ROOM FOR UNIT 215 NEEDS SIGNAGE.
9. 1ST FLOOR DOORS PENDING. NOT READY FOR INSPECTION. ALL SIGNAGE PENDING.
10. EXTERIOR STAIR SIGNS SHALL NOTE IF THERE IS ROOF ACCESS OR NOT.

THE NEXT LIFE SAFETY ITEMS WERE NOTED DURING TODAY S INSPECTION THAT REQUIRE ATTENTION:
11. PLUMBING PIPES THROUGH THE FIRE PUMP ROOM ARE NOT PERMITTED. THIS PIPE IS REQUIRED TO EITHER BE RELOCATED OR ENCLOSED IN A 2-HOUR ENCLOSURE.
12. ROOF-TOP LIGHTING BY STAIRS DOORS HAVE A MANUAL ON/OFF SWITCH INSIDE THE STAIRWELL. THIS IS NOT PERMITTED. THIS LIGHT SHALL TURN ON AUTOMATICALLY.

SRI FEES APPLIED
LT. O. BOUZA

Date:

11/12/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

Tucker Tower
9910 Hibiscus
Master permit #2022082082
11/09/23

1. The 250 KW Generator load bank test was witnessed today.
2. Need to provide a revised page E4.04 showing the correct generator specs prior to final fire CO.
3. The Generator remote shut-off button was tested and okay.
4. Need to provide signage showing EMERGENCY GENERATOR SHUT-OFF BUTTON.
5. Install the following signage and have mounted on the exterior wall or door of the Generator room: NO SMOKING, DIESAL FUEL 1660 GALLONS, NFPA 704 PLACARD.
6. The Generator 12 points that are being monitored at the FACP is still pending.
7. The Automatic transfer switch from Main electrical power to generator power within the allowed 10 seconds is still pending.

Date:

11/10/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

208 - FIRE TCO INSPECTION

Status:

3 - REJECTED NOT TO CODE

Comments to follow

Date:

10/13/2023 

Inspector:

Carla  Crook (CCROOK) 

Type:

218 - CATEGORY VERIFICATION

Status:

1 - APPROVED

Tucker Tower

OK to remove category 40, BDA not needed

Date:

10/10/2023 

Inspector:

Suzanne Andujar (E207705) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

2022082082
10/10/2023
Tucker Tower
9940 Hibiscus Street

PASSED - 450mhz and 800mhz RADIO SIGNAL STRENGTH PRE-ACCEPTANCE TEST

Two-Way Radio Communications are Acceptable for Final CO
As Currently Built, This Building Does NOT Require a BDA System

Results for Radio Signal Strength Testing:
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) 450 MHz:
- 450 MHz Passed. Satisfactory signal strength in all 99% of critical areas and 90% of general building areas. [1221:9.6.7]
Miami Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) 800MHz:
-800MHz Passed. Satisfactory signal strength in all 99% of critical areas and 90% of general building areas. [1221:9.6.7]

SRI Fee Applies
On site FF.Ramsammy and FF.R.Rodriguez

Date:

3/28/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

Tucker Tower Apartments
9940 Hibiscus Street
Miami FL.
Residential Apt building with 8 floors

Master permit # 2022082082
Fire alarm permit # 2023024218
Sprinkler underground permit # 2023033090
Sprinkler aboveground permit # 2023028652
Pool Deck Restrooms permit # 2023009270
Site Plan permit # 2022045317
BDA permit # pending
Access Control permit # pending
Aboveground tank 0009 permit # pending

03/20/2023

A general preliminary inspection was performed by Lieutenant Oscar Bouza and Lieutenant Jose de Alfaraz. This inspection was done to direct and advise the General Contractor of all the required inspections by the Fire Department. Most of the following comments are for general information only and are not directives to deviate from the approved permitted set of drawings. This is a tentative list. This report is not an all-inclusive list of requirements for TCO and CO. This inspection does not qualify as a TCO inspection.

All fire sprinkler, fire alarm, elevator recall, generator load bank test, fire pump acceptance test, standpipe flow test, mechanical and electrical inspections shall be completed prior to request for TCO or CO. Additional unforeseen requirements may be requested prior to TCO by inspector. This building should not be occupied without a TCO or CO from the Miami Dade Fire Department and the Miami Dade Building Department.

Fees for this SRI inspection will be applied to this permit application. All fees on this permit and all subsidiary permits shall be paid prior to obtaining a TCO. All building construction shall be completed, must be clean and free of any construction debris prior to inspection for TCO.

1. Provide complete installation of fire alarm system. The fire alarm system shall be tested, inspected and clear of trouble or supervisory alarms prior to calling for Fire Dept. acceptance test per NFPA 72. An approved fire alarm acceptance test is required prior to TCO. All personnel that work on fire alarm systems shall have a FASA card in their possession at time of inspection in accordance with Florida State Statute 633.708.
2. Provide all Elevator inspections and related testing prior to scheduling testing for Fire Department approval. All elevators shall have a final or temporary approval and certificate to obtain a TCO. NFPA 101, ASME A17.1.
3. Provide mounted Supra Max elevator boxes mounted in elevator lobbies for each elevator or bank of elevators. Mounting height shall be 5 ft to 6 ft from finished floor. Provide all Fire Service keys to operate each elevator car, elevator machine room key, FACP room key and roof access key in its appropriate box. Supra Max boxes are available through (Kidde Safety) by submitting the order electronically through the Kidde website or via Fax: 1-800-547-2111, email: alejandra.gatica@kiddeus.com for more info. Telephone 1-800-654-9677 Ext. 8365. The Fire Dept system code is : T6538. Dept Name: Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, Doral Florida, 33178 (See attachment)
4. Provide EXIT tactile signage on all doors leading to an exit. As per NFPA 101.7.10.1.3 Exit tactile signage shall be located at each door into an exit stair enclosure and all exit doors leading to the exit discharge and such signage shall read as follows: EXIT. This sign shall be located on the latch side of door 60 inches above the finished floor and these signs will need to be in braille
5. Provide NO STORAGE signs at all electrical equipment rooms, mechanical rooms and at the bottom landing of stairwells. Per NFPA 1.10.19.5.1
6. Provide the EXIT signs as indicated on the approved life safety page and electrical pages. Directional signs shall direct occupants to exits. NFPA 101: 7.10.
7. A sign at all flow bells shall be provided to read, FIRE SPRINKLER FLOW BELL WHEN RINGING CALL 911. Per NFPA 13
8. Emergency lighting requirements shall be installed and tested in accordance with NFPA 101: 7.9.2, NFPA 70-700. Adjust all emergency lights to illuminate egress path per NFPA 101.7.9. An inspection at dusk hours may be required to properly evaluate the illumination levels.
9. Provide approved tagged fire extinguishers throughout with maximum travel distance of 75 ft and 3000 sq. ft. throughout per NFPA 10. All areas including roofs and ground level exterior access rooms shall be provided with extinguishers.

Date:

3/28/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

10. Adjust all doors to close and positively latch at exit stairs and fire rated rooms in accordance with NFPA 101: 7.2.1.8.
11. Provide maximum 1/2 " elevation changes from all exits and exit discharge locations in accordance with NFPA 101:7.1.6.2 Complete all paving and surfacing to exit persons unobstructed to the public way.
12. Provide all doors and related hardware installed for final. All fire rated doors shall be self-closing and latching in accordance with NFPA 101.28.3.6.2.3 and NFPA 80. There shall be no paint or tape on fire labels. All labels shall be clearly visible.
13. Provide fire rated stair enclosures in accordance with NFPA 101: 7.1.3.2.1 (9)(a-i). There shall be no penetrations into the stair enclosure other than those, which serve the stair for egress.
14. Provide stair identification signage within the stair enclosures. The signage shall indicate the story, the terminus of the top and bottom of the stair enclosure, and the identification of the stair enclosure. The signage shall also state the story of, and the direction to, exit discharge. The signage shall be inside the enclosure located approximately 5 ft above the floor landing in a position that is readily visible when the door is in the open or closed position. The signage size shall be in accordance with NFPA 101:7.2.2.5.4.
15. Provide stairs constructed in accordance with NFPA 101: 7.2.2.3.6 at all exit stairs. The maximum riser height shall not exceed 7 inches and minimum tread is 11 inches. The maximum variation of risers and treads shall comply with NFPA 101: 7.2.2.3.6. All stairs will be measured for compliance in accordance with NFPA 101: 7.2.2.3.6 Dimensional Uniformity. Variation in excess of 4.8 mm (3/16 in.) in the depth of adjacent treads or in the height of adjacent risers shall be prohibited unless otherwise permitted in NFPA 101.7.2.2.3.6.3. The tolerance between the largest and smallest riser or between the largest and smallest tread shall not exceed 9.5 mm (3/8 in.) in any flight.
16. Provide address numbers for the front of the building visible from the street. (Per NFPA 1.10.12.1.1)
17. Stair treads and landings shall be solid, without perforations and shall be free of projections or lips that could trip stair users. Remove all debris and clean stairwells to prevent tripping hazards. NFPA 101.7.2.2.3.3
18. All handrails and guardrails shall be constructed in accordance with NFPA 101.7.2.2.4.4 and NFPA 101.7.2.2.4.5 All handrails shall be not less than 34 inches and not more than 38 inches above the surface of the tread. Guardrails shall not be less than 42 inches high.
19. Provide no greater than a 6 inch sphere at the triangular openings formed by the riser, tread, and bottom element of the guardrails for all stairs. Per NFPA 101.7.2.2.4.5.3

Date:

3/28/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

20. Need to provide handrails (on both sides) for all the steps, stairs and ramps as per NFPA 101.7.2.2.4.1
21. Provide signage at the FDC stating FIRE DEPT CONNECTION NO PARKING. NFPA 1.18.3.4 . If automatic sprinklers are also supplied by the fire department connection, the sign or combination of signs shall indicate both designated services (e.g., MANUEL STANDPIPE AND AUTOSPKR, or AUTOSPKR AND MANUEL STANDPIPE).
22. Install the 90 minute, 45 minute and 20 minute rated doors as indicated on the door schedule.
23. Ensure that all the Fire Department Access roads in the property are clear with no obstructions. The minimum dimensions for the Fire Department access roads shall be 20 feet unobstructed width (two-way traffic) and not less than 13 feet 6 inches of unobstructed vertical clearance. NFPA 1.18.2.3.4.1.1 (See attached Access Road Requirements).
24. Ensure that the standpipe roof flow test is witnessed by the Fire Department prior to TCO. For the Manuel wet standpipe a Fire Department Fire Pumper will need to be scheduled with Special Events in order to conduct the roof flow test.
25. In accordance with NFPA 1.11.10, requires minimum radio signal strength for fire department communications to be maintained at a level determined by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue for all new and existing buildings. An assessment will be conducted by the Owner s Rep or GC to determine if the minimum radio signals strength is in compliance. The Owner s Rep or GC shall coordinate with the MDFR lead inspector to schedule a Pre-Acceptance Test via a Special Request Inspection. Prior to any testing, the occupancy shall be structurally completed with all the interior partitions, windows and doors installed. If a Radio Enhancement System is determined to be required, a separate plan and permit will be necessary for the installation of this system.
26. Prior to installing any Card readers, Access Controlled Egress (Maglocks) or Delayed Egrees security system inside any areas of the building, have a detailed plan approved by the fire dept showing the placement of this security system and a sequence of operation. All security systems on egress doors need to be in accordance with NFPA 101.7.2.1.6.2
27. Provide signage in front of the elevators stating "In case of fire do not use elevator".
28. Provide posted signage at building main entrance in accordance with County Code 14-66(4)(b). Posting requirements. A fire alarm user shall conspicuously post at the main entrance to the alarm users premises a notice stating:
(1) the name of an individual or alarm company able and authorized to enter the premises and deactivate the alarm;
(2) emergency telephone numbers by which those individuals can be reached at all times; and
(3) the name and address of the alarm user. The information must be kept current and failure to update this information within forty-eight (48) hours of any change constitutes a violation of this section
29. Provide a minimum of 80 inch headroom clearance for all exit egress areas and stairwells. As per NFPA 101.7.1.5.1
30. Provide doors to swing with egress and equipped with panic hardware in electrical switchgear rooms if there is any switches greater than 1200 Amps in accordance with NFPA 70: 110.26 and NFPA 101:7-2.1.4.3.
31. New handrail ends shall be returned to the wall or floor or shall terminate at the newel posts. NFPA 101.7.2.2.4.4.9
32. All smoke alarms and balcony railings inside the apartments will need to be verified prior to TCO/CO.
33. All new fire hydrants will need to be flowed to verify completely open foot valves prior to TCO/CO. There is 1 new fire hydrant that has been installed.
34. Install all the missing electrical breaker access panels inside all electrical rooms prior to TCO/CO.
35. Each apartment will have the unit number displayed on the outside of the door prior to TCO/CO inspections.
36. All exterior walking paths from all exit discharge to the public way will be provided with illumination per NFPA 101.7.8.1.1 and 28.2.9.1. The lights at the exit discharge shall be on battery back-up.
37. Paint the domestic backflow in blue and Fire dept backflow in red, to differentiate the two backflows.
38. Need to provide a railing at the roof where equipment is installed less than 10 feet from the edge of the roof.
39. Changes in level in means of egress not in excess of 21 inches, where a stair is used, the tread depth of such stair shall be not less than 13 inches. In accordance with NFPA 101.7.1.7 Also the presence and location of each step shall be readily apparent by painting 1 inch of the nose with a contrasting color.

Date:

3/28/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

40. In accordance with NFPA 101.30.3.6.4 Transoms, Louvers or Transfer Grilles shall be prohibited in walls or doors of exit access Corridors.
41. Ensure that there are approved plans by the Fire Department showing the egress from the swimming pool area. Need to include the specifications for the pool swing gates to include door hardware, childproof locks, width and height of gates, etc.
42. Expose acoustical ceiling tiles at all fire walls to verify the signage that reads: "FIRE & SMOKE BARRIER PROTECT ALL OPENINGS". The signage needs to be installed every 15 feet throughout the fire wall and the Letters must be a min. of 4 inches in height, ? inch stroke. This needs to be verified on both sides of fire rated walls. All fire penetrations need to be sealed with fire caulking. NFPA 101.8.3.2.4.
43. Provide the complete set of FIRE APPROVED plans for the next life safety inspection. Including the most recent approved revised plans. Additional requirements might be required once these pages are provided. Also include the revision for the new Diesal tank for the generator
44. All common area room doors needs to be displayed with Signage. Example: ELECTRICAL ROOM, MECHANICAL ROOM, STORAGE ROOM, ETC.
45. Ensure the stairwell that has roof access has signage stating "ROOF ACCESS" inside the stairwell.
46. Inside all electrical rooms, mechanical rooms ensure all electrical cover plates are installed and all construction debris removed.
47. Install a railing at the ground level of the stairwell to prevent storage underneath the stairwell. And provide NO STORAGE signage.
48. The plans are showing an Area of Refuge with 2-way communiation. See page LS-1.01. Ensure that all the components required for an Area Of Refuge are installed in accordance with NFPA 101.7.2.12
49. Add Emergency lights to the South Side, ground level exterior exit steps.
53. Provide the flame spread rating for all furniture, carpeting, curtains, interior finishes prior to final fire CO. Place inside a logbook.
54. Will need to post Max. Occupancy Load signs at the entrance to the Pool Deck and fitness area if the occupant load is greater than 50 persons. In accordance with NFPA 101:12.7.9.3
55. Provide bollard protection at all fire hydrants and Fire Department Connections that are less than 5 feet from the curb in accordance with NFPA 1: 18.3.6 to prevent damage from vehicular traffic. No material or construction shall interfere with access to hydrants, FDC connections or fire fighting equipment. Per NFPA 241-7.5.8.3
56. Provide the spacing for the Fire Department Aerial apparatus set-up sites 21? X 36? as indicated on the fire dept access site plan page. Post signage at each FD set up site. FIRE DEPARTMENT SET UP SITE
57. Stair treads and landings shall be solid, without perforations and shall be free of projections or lips that could trip stair users. Remove all debris and clean stairwells to prevent tripping hazards. NFPA 101.7.2.2.3.3
58. The trash chute guillotine self-closing fire rated hopper door with the fusible link, if installed on the ground floor will need to be verified once installed. In accordance with NFPA 1.11.6
59. Provide a battery backup emergency light in the Fire Pump room and at the emergency generator room in accordance with NFPA 20 and NFPA 110.

Date:

3/28/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

60. Provide outside signage for the Generator visible from the road showing: NO SMOKING, DIESEL GAS, amount of gallons in tank and a 704 Placard. Per NFPA 1.60.1.13.2, NFPA 1.63.2.12 Bollards to protect the generator will need to be added if located near a parking area or street. Lightning Protection will also need to be provided for outside or rooftop generators. In accordance with NFPA 110.7.11.4 & NFPA 110.7.2.5
61. The Generator Annunciator panel will require monitoring 24 hours a day by either staff personnel or have connected to the fire alarm system to monitor all generator annunciator trouble signals (approximately 12 points). Signals such as Low Fuel, Overcrank, Low Coolent Temperature, Not in Auto, etc. will need to be monitored. In accordance with NFPA 110.5.6.5.2
62. Install the child safety locks or card access to restrict entry into the swimming pool areas. Ensure these gates or doors are self-closing. The release mechanism on all such devices shall be located a minimum of fifty-four (54) inches above the pool deck floor or exterior grade level.
63. Provide signage at each fire damper access panel stating ?FIRE DAMPER?. Per NFPA 80.19.3.2
64. Provide signage at the fire pump room door to read: ?FIRE PUMP ROOM NO STORAGE? per NFPA 20 and signage at the fire pump test header stating: FIRE PUMP TEST HEADER
65. Ensure the transfer of electrical power from the Main to the generator occurs within 10 seconds in accordance with NFPA 101.7.9.1.3. Where maintenance of illumination depends on changing from one energy source to another, a delay of not more than 10 seconds shall be permitted.
66. The Generator load bank test requires to be witnessed by the fire department per NFPA 110. A remote Emergency Generator shut-off button shall be installed 20 feet away and provide a sign stating EM GENERATOR STOP BUTTON.
67. Where motion detectors are used, the installation of them shall comply with NFPA 101:7.8.1.2.2. Provide continuous illumination at all exit access corridors in accordance w/NFPA 101:7.8.2.2. Light switches or contacts must be removed or overridden by motion sensors. Automatic, motion sensor-type lighting switches shall be permitted w/in the MOE, provided that the switch controllers are equipped for fail-safe operation, the illumination timers are set for minimum of 15-minute duration, and the motion sensor is activated by occupant movement in the area.
68. In addition, NFPA 101:7.8.1.2.2(5) requires that all motion sensors in the Means of egress or exit access must be connected to the fire alarm to come on when the fire alarm goes into alarm.
69. If sprinkler PRV?s are installed at the standpipes, ensure they are all tested prior to TCO.
70. Prior to TCO, the fire pump acceptance test needs to be scheduled and witnessed by a Fire Inspector. Per NFPA 20 and 101.
71. Provide clear identifiable directional weatherproof exit signs on the pool deck and Rooftop to direct Occupants to the exits. NFPA 101
72. Provide a fire alarm module for the music shutdown during fire alarm activation inside the fitness center areas. Or wherever loud music will be played.
73. Any BBQ?s installed needs to have a fixed UL rated electrical appliance and to be at least 10 feet away from any structure or overhang. NFPA 1
74. Add CHLORINE GAS signage in the entrance door of the pool equipment room.
75. Review NFPA 241 (Attached) which is in regards to the minimum requirements to maintain a safety environment during building construction.

This is a tentative list. NFPA 1: 1.14.4 Review and approval by the AHJ shall not relieve the applicant of the responsibility of compliance of this Code.

Date:

3/20/2023 

Inspector:

Jose De Alfaraz (JOSEED) 

Type:

211 - PRELIMINARY

Status:

3 - REJECTED NOT TO CODE

Tucker Tower
9940 Hibiscus St.

Master permit 2022082082
Fire alarm 2023024218
Site Plan 2022045317
Pool Deck Restrooms 2023009270
Sprinkler aboveground 2023028652
Sprinkler underground 2023033090
Access Control permit pending
BDA permit if needed pending
Aboveground tank 0009 category pending

Comments to follow

Date:

3/20/2023 

Inspector:

Oscar Bouza (OBB) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

SRI 3/20/23

Date:

3/20/2023 

Inspector:

Oscar Bouza (OBB) 

Type:

219 - FIRE - INSPECTION COMMENT

Status:

90 - FIRE - COMMENTS ONLY

TUCKER TOWER
9940 HIBISCUS ST

PRELIMINARY INSPECTION

1. ASSISTED LT. J. DE ALFARAZ DURING A PRELIMINARY INSPECTION. SEE LT. DE ALFARAZ FOR REPORT.

SRI FEES APPLIED
LT. OSCAR BOUZA