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Home My WebLink About400 E TOWER PARK DRINVOICE DATE DUE DATE INVOICE # TOTAL DUE 04/16/2025 05/20/2025 2025-00000324 $610.00 Customer #: 12176 LOWES HOME IMPROVEMENT 400 E TOWER PARK WATERLOO, IA 50701 Please Make Check Payable and Remit To: City of Waterloo ATTN: City Clerk/Accounts Receivable 715 Mulberry St WATERLOO, IA 50703 Amount Enclosed: DETACH AND RETURN TOP PORTION WITH YOUR PAYMENT KEEP THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS COMMERCIAL INSPECTION - 400 E TOWER PARK DR - 4-10-25 FOR BILLING INQUIRY: (319)291-4323 Description INSPECTION 100,000 OCCUPANCY FEE Total Price $600.00 $10.00 CUSTOMER # BILLING DATE DUE DATE INVOICE #`' CHARGES 12176 04/16/2025 05/20/2025 2025-00000324 $610.00 Less Prepayment Total Due —> City of Waterloo $0.00 S610.00 Failure to pay in full debts listed herein within ninety days of the due date will result in an additional twenty-five percent late fee applied to any outstanding balance. The delinquent account will be forwarded to Municipal Collections of America for further collection efforts. Debts shall also be subject to collection through the Iowa Department of Administrative Services Offset Program if not paid in full within ninety days. WATERLOO FIRE RESCUE INSPECTION REPORT LOWES, 400 E TOWER PARK DR, BLDG 400 E TOWER PARK DR, WATERLOO IA S0701 DETAILS 1 Inspection Date: 04/10/2025 I Inspection Type: Annual Inspection (1 Yr) I Inspection Number: 6187 I Shift: N/A I Station: N/A Unit: N/A I Lead Inspector: JEFF SIEBEL j Other Inspectors: N/A I Fee: $610.00 VIOLATIONS AND COMPLIANCES Showing only violations and images for this inspection. Please reach out to the lead inspector for more details. Resolved Violations: 0 I Passed Codes: 33 I Violations: 26 I N/A Codes: 30 STATUS CODE FAIL 1010.1.3 - Door opening force Forces to unlatch and open doors. DESCRIPTION The force for pushing or pulling open interior swinging egress doors, other than fire doors, shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N). These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door in a closed position. For other swinging doors, as well as sliding and folding doors, the door latch shall release when subjected to a 15-pound (67 N) force. The door shall be set in motion when subjected to a 30-pound (133 N) force. The door shall swing to a full -open position when subjected to a 15-pound (67 N) force. The forces to unlatch doors shall comply with the following: 1.Where door hardware operates by push or pull, the operational force to unlatch the door shall not exceed 15 pounds (66.7 N). 2.Where door hardware operates by rotation, the operational force to unlatch the door shall not exceed 28 inch - pounds (315 N-cm). The force to open doors shall comply with the following: 1.For interior swinging egress doors that are manually operated, other than doors required to be fire rated, the force for pushing or pulling open the door shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N). 2.For other swinging doors, sliding doors or folding doors, and doors required to be fire rated, the door shall require not more than a 30-pound (133 N) force to be set in motion and shall move to a full -open position when subjected to not more than a 15-pound (67 N) force. Location: Breakroom Original Comment: Exit door must unlatch and swing to full open with less than 15# force. Will not open at all Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 1 of 13 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION I AIL 1010.1.3 - Door opening force Forces to unlatch and open doors. FAIL 1010.1.3 - Door opening force Forces to unlatch and open doors. The force for pushing or pulling open interior swinging egress doors, other than fire doors, shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N). These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door in a closed position. For other swinging doors, as well as sliding and folding doors, the door latch shall release when subjected to a 15-pound (67 N) force. The door shall be set in motion when subjected to a 30-pound (133 N) force. The door shall swing to a full -open position when subjected to a 15-pound (67 N) force. The forces to unlatch doors shall comply with the following: 1.Where door hardware operates by push or pull, the operational force to unlatch the door shall not exceed 15 pounds (66.7 N). 2.Where door hardware operates by rotation, the operational force to unlatch the door shall not exceed 28 inch - pounds (315 N-cm). The force to open doors shall comply with the following: 1.For interior swinging egress doors that are manually operated, other than doors required to be fire rated, the force for pushing or pulling open the door shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N). 2.For other swinging doors, sliding doors or folding doors, and doors required to be fire rated, the door shall require not more than a 30-pound (133 N) force to be set in motion and shall move to a full -open position when subjected to not more than a 15-pound (67 N) force. Location: Exit door 89 Original Comment: repair exit door that won't open. Door must unlatch and swing to full open with less than 15# force. The force for pushing or pulling open interior swinging egress doors, other than fire doors, shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N). These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door in a closed position. For other swinging doors, as well as sliding and folding doors, the door latch shall release when subjected to a 15-pound (67 N) force. The door shall be set in motion when subjected to a 30-pound (133 N) force. The door shall swing to a full -open position when subjected to a 15-pound (67 N) force. The forces to unlatch doors shall comply with the following: 1.Where door hardware operates by push or pull, the operational force to unlatch the door shall not exceed 15 pounds (66.7 N). 2.Where door hardware operates by rotation, the operational force to unlatch the door shall not exceed 28 inch - pounds (315 N-cm). The force to open doors shall comply with the following: 1.For interior swinging egress doors that are manually operated, other than doors required to be fire rated, the force for pushing or pulling open the door shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N). 2.For other swinging doors, sliding doors or folding doors, and doors required to be fire rated, the door shall require not more than a 30-pound (133 N) force to be set in motion and shall move to a full -open position when subjected to not more than a 15-pound (67 N) force. Location: Recieving door 65 Original Comment: repair exit door that won't open. Door must unlatch and swing to full open with less than 15# force. Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 2 of 13 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION FAIL 1010.1.3 - Door opening force Forces to unlatch and open doors. The force for pushing or pulling open interior swinging egress doors, other than fire doors, shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N). These forces do not apply to the force required to retract latch bolts or disengage other devices that hold the door in a closed position. For other swinging doors, as well as sliding and folding doors, the door latch shall release when subjected to a 15-pound (67 N) force. The door shall be set in motion when subjected to a 30-pound (133 N) force. The door shall swing to a full -open position when subjected to a 15-pound (67 N) force. The forces to unlatch doors shall comply with the following: 1.Where door hardware operates by push or pull, the operational force to unlatch the door shall not exceed 15 pounds (66.7 N). 2.Where door hardware operates by rotation, the operational force to unlatch the door shall not exceed 28 inch - pounds (315 N-cm). The force to open doors shall comply with the following: 1.For interior swinging egress doors that are manually operated, other than doors required to be fire rated, the force for pushing or pulling open the door shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N). 2.For other swinging doors, sliding doors or folding doors, and doors required to be fire rated, the door shall require not more than a 30-pound (133 N) force to be set in motion and shall move to a full -open position when subjected to not more than a 15-pound (67 N) force. Location: Door 101 Garden Center Original Comment: repair exit door that won't open. Door must unlatch and swing to full open with less than 15# force. Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 3 of 13 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION FAIL 1010.2.13.1 - Delayed egress The delayed egress locking system shall be installed and operated in accordance locking system. with all of the following: 1.The delay electronics of the delayed egress locking system shall deactivate upon actuation of the automatic sprinkler system or automatic fire detection system, allowing immediate, free egress. 2.The delay electronics of the delayed egress locking system shall deactivate upon loss of power controlling the lock or lock mechanism, allowing immediate free egress. 3.The delayed egress locking system shall have the capability of being deactivated at the fire command center and other approved locations. 4.An attempt to egress shall initiate an irreversible process that shall allow such egress in not more than 15 seconds when a physical effort to exit is applied to the egress side door hardware for not more than 3 seconds. Initiation of the irreversible process shall activate an audible signal in the vicinity of the door. Once the delay electronics have been deactivated, rearming the delay electronics shall be by manual means only. Exception: Where approved, a delay of not more than 30 seconds is permitted on a delayed egress door. 5.The egress path from any point shall not pass through more than one delayed egress locking system. Exceptions: 1.In Group 1-1, Condition 2, Group 1-2 or 1-3 occupancies, the egress path from any point in the building shall pass through not more than two delayed egress locking systems provided that the combined delay does not exceed 30 seconds. 2.In Group 1-1, Condition 1 or Group 1-4 occupancies, the egress path from any point in the building shall pass through not more than two delayed egress locking systems provided that the combined delay does not exceed 30 seconds and the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. 6.A sign shall be provided on the door and shall be located above and within 12 inches (305 mm) of the door exit hardware: Exception: Where approved, in Group 1 occupancies, the installation of a sign is not required where care recipients who, because of clinical needs, require restraint or containment as part of the function of the treatment area. 6.1.For doors that swing in the direction of egress, the sign shall read: "PUSH UNTIL ALARM SOUNDS. DOOR CAN BE OPENED IN 15 [30] SECONDS." 6.2.For doors that swing in the opposite direction of egress, the sign shall read: "PULL UNTIL ALARM SOUNDS. DOOR CAN BE OPENED IN 15 [30] SECONDS." 6.3.The sign shall comply with the visual character requirements in ICC A117.1. 7.Emergency lighting shall be provided on the egress side of the door. 8.The delayed egress locking system units shall be listed in accordance with UL 294. Location: Door 91 Garden Original Comment: Replace missing delayed exit signage as outlined in code. Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 4 of 13 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION FAIL 1010.2.13.1 - Delayed egress The delayed egress locking system shall be installed and operated in accordance locking system. with all of the following: 1.The delay electronics of the delayed egress locking system shall deactivate upon actuation of the automatic sprinkler system or automatic fire detection system, allowing immediate, free egress. 2.The delay electronics of the delayed egress locking system shall deactivate upon loss of power controlling the lock or lock mechanism, allowing immediate free egress. 3.The delayed egress locking system shall have the capability of being deactivated at the fire command center and other approved locations. 4.An attempt to egress shall initiate an irreversible process that shall allow such egress in not more than 15 seconds when a physical effort to exit is applied to the egress side door hardware for not more than 3 seconds. Initiation of the irreversible process shall activate an audible signal in the vicinity of the door. Once the delay electronics have been deactivated, rearming the delay electronics shall be by manual means only. Exception: Where approved, a delay of not more than 30 seconds is permitted on a delayed egress door. 5.The egress path from any point shall not pass through more than one delayed egress locking system. Exceptions: 1.In Group 1-1, Condition 2, Group 1-2 or 1-3 occupancies, the egress path from any point in the building shall pass through not more than two delayed egress locking systems provided that the combined delay does not exceed 30 seconds. 2.In Group 1-1, Condition 1 or Group 1-4 occupancies, the egress path from any point in the building shall pass through not more than two delayed egress locking systems provided that the combined delay does not exceed 30 seconds and the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1. 6.A sign shall be provided on the door and shall be located above and within 12 inches (305 mm) of the door exit hardware: Exception: Where approved, in Group I occupancies, the installation of a sign is not required where care recipients who, because of clinical needs, require restraint or containment as part of the function of the treatment area. 6.1.For doors that swing in the direction of egress, the sign shall read: "PUSH UNTIL ALARM SOUNDS. DOOR CAN BE OPENED IN 15 [30] SECONDS." 6.2.For doors that swing in the opposite direction of egress, the sign shall read: "PULL UNTIL ALARM SOUNDS. DOOR CAN BE OPENED IN 15 [30] SECONDS." 6.3.The sign shall comply with the visual character requirements in ICC A117.1.7.Emergency lighting shall be provided on the egress side of the door. 8.The delayed egress locking system units shall be listed in accordance with UL 294. Location: Exit 19 Garden Original Comment: replace missing delayed egress signage as outlined in code FAIL 1203.2.6 - Exit signs. Emergency power shall be provided for exit signs as required in Section 1013.6.3. The system shall be capable of powering the required load for a duration of not less than 90 minutes. Location: Aisle 55 Original Comment: repair damaged exit light. Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 5 of 13 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION lL 1203.2.6 - Exit signs. Emergency power shall be provided for exit signs as required in Section 1013.6.3. The system shall be capable of powering the required load for a duration of not less than 90 minutes. Location: Aisle 56/22 Original Comment: repair damaged exit light FAIL 1203.2.6 - Exit signs. Emergency power shall be provided for exit signs as required in Section 1013.6.3. The system shall be capable of powering the required load for a duration of not less than 90 minutes. Location: Aisle 36 Original Comment: Repair damaged exit light FAIL 1203.2.6 - Exit signs. Emergency power shall be provided for exit signs as required in Section 1013.6.3. The system shall be capable of powering the required load for a duration of not less than 90 minutes. Location: Aisle 5 by door 91 Original Comment: Repair2 damaged exit lights FAIL 1203.4.3 - Records. Records of the inspection, testing and maintenance of emergency and standby power systems shall include the date of service, name of the servicing technician, a summary of conditions noted and a detailed description of any conditions requiring correction and what corrective action was taken. Such records shall be maintained. Location: Generator Load Bank Test and Engine Service Original Comment: Provide documentation of bi-annual generator load bank test and current engine service records for emergency generator. Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 6 of 13 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION FAIL 1203.4.3 - Records. Records of the inspection, testing and maintenance of emergency and standby power systems shall include the date of service, name of the servicing technician, a summary of conditions noted and a detailed description of any conditions requiring correction and what corrective action was taken. Such records shall be maintained. Location: Exit and Egress Light emergency light testing Original Comment: Provide documentation of testing and repair of all exit and egress lighting with signature and date. FAIL 5003.5 - Hazard identification Unless otherwise exempted by the fire code official, visible hazard identification signs. signs as specified in NFPA 704 for the specific material contained shall be placed on stationary containers and above -ground tanks and at entrances to locations where hazardous materials are stored, dispensed, used or handled in quantities requiring a permit and at specific entrances and locations designated by the fire code official. Location: Outside gate of hazardous material storage. Original Comment: replace faded NFPA 704 placard with correct signage and updated ratings. FAIL 509.1 - Identification. Fire protection equipment shall be identified in an approved manner. Rooms containing controls for air-conditioning systems, sprinkler risers and valves, or other fire detection, suppression or control elements fire protection systems shall be identified for the use of the fire department. Approved signs required to identify fire protection system equipment and equipment location shall be constructed of durable materials, permanently installed and readily visible. Location: Fire Sprinkler Room Door Original Comment: Install permanent signage stating " FIRE SPRINKLER RISER ROOM" on outside of door. Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 7 of 13 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION FAIL FAI L 509.2 - Equipment access. Approved access shall be provided and maintained for all fire protection system equipment to permit immediate safe operation and maintenance of such equipment. Storage, trash and other materials or objects shall not be placed or kept in such a manner that would prevent such equipment from being readily accessible. Location: Fire Sprinkler Room Original Comment: Remove obstructions( barricade cones) to fire sprinkler valves and all equipment. 603.2 - Abatement of unsafe Identified electrical hazards shall be abated. Identified hazardous electrical conditions and electrical conditions in permanent wiring shall be brought to the attention of the hazards. responsible code official. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances and other equipment that is modified or damaged and constitutes Conditions that constitute an electrical shock or fire hazard shall be abated not be used. Location: Outside door 67 on outside wall Original Comment: Repair outlet and conduit by properly mounting and containing all exposed wiring. 603.2 - Abatement of unsafe Identified electrical hazards shall be abated. Identified hazardous electrical conditions and electrical conditions in permanent wiring shall be brought to the attention of the hazards. responsible code official. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances and other equipment that is modified or damaged and constitutes Conditions that constitute an electrical shock or fire hazard shall be abated not be used. Location: Outside of door 108 Original Comment: Repair outlet and conduit and properly contain wires. Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 8 of 13 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION FAIL 603.4 - Working space and A working space of not Working space around electrical equipment shall be clearancesclearance. provided in accordance with Section 110.26 of NFPA 70 for electrical equipment rated 1,000 volts or less, and Section 110.33 of NFPA 70 for electrical equipment rated over 1,000 volts. The minimum required working space shall be not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in width, 36 inches (914 mm) in depth and 78 inches (1981 mm) in height shall be providedin front of electrical service equipment. Where the electrical service equipment is wider than 30 inches (762 mm), the minimum working space shall be not Tess than the width of the equipment. Storage of materials shall not be located within the designated working space. Exceptions: 1. Where other dimensions are required or allowed by NFPA 70.2. Access openings into attics or under -floor areas that provide a minimum clear opening of 22 inches (559 mm) by 30 inches (762 mm). Location: Front entry Original Comment: remove obstruction to electrical panel (wheel chair) FAIL 603.6 - Extension cords. Extension cords and flexible cordsshall not be a substitute for permanent wiring and shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 817. Extension cords and flexible cordsshall not be affixed to structures, extended through walls, ceilings or floors, or under doors or floor coverings, nor shall such cords be subject to environmental damage or physical impact. Extension cords shall be used only with portable appliances. Extension cords marked for indoor use shall not be used outdoors. Location: Front end snack storage Original Comment: remove extension cord running through door way FAIL 603.9.4 - Prohibited areas. Portable, electric space heaters shall not be operated within 3 feet (914 mm) of any combustible materials. Portable, electric space heaters shall be operated only in locations for which they are listed. Location: Training Room Original Comment: remove portable heater Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 9 of 13 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION FAIL 603.9.4 - Prohibited areas. Portable, electric space heaters shall not be operated within 3 feet (914 mm) of any combustible materials. Portable, electric space heaters shall be operated only in locations for which they are listed. Location: HR Office Original Comment: remove portable heater. FAIL 704.1 - Maintaining Where required when the building was originally constructed, materials and protection. systems used to protect joints and voids in the following locations shall be maintained. The materials and systems shall be securely attached to or bonded to the adjacent construction, without openings visible through the construction. 1.joints in or between fire -resistance -rated walls, floors or floor/ceiling assemblies and roof or roof/ceiling assemblies. 2.joints in smoke barriers. 3.Voids at the intersection of a horizontal floor assembly and an exterior curtain wall. 4.Voids at the intersection of a horizontal smoke barrier and an exterior curtain wall. 5.Voids at the intersection of a nonfire-resistance-rated floor assembly and an exterior curtain wall. 6.Voids at the intersection of a vertical fire barrier and an exterior curtain wall. 7.Voids at the intersection of a vertical fire barrier and a nonfire-resistance-rated roof assembly. Unprotected joints and voids do not need to be protected where such joints and voids were not required to be protected when the building was originally constructed. Where the system design number is known, the system shall be inspected to the listing criteria and manufacturer's installation instructions. Location: Front IT Room Original Comment: replace missing ceiling tile. Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 10 of 13 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION FAIL 704.1 - Maintaining Where required when the building was originally constructed, materials and protection. systems used to protect joints and voids in the following locations shall be maintained. The materials and systems shall be securely attached to or bonded to the adjacent construction, without openings visible through the construction. 1.Joints in or between fire -resistance -rated walls, floors or floor/ceiling assemblies and roof or roof/ceiling assemblies. 2.Joints in smoke barriers. 3.Voids at the intersection of a horizontal floor assembly and an exterior curtain wall. 4.Voids at the intersection of a horizontal smoke barrier and an exterior curtain wall. 5.Voids at the intersection of a nonfire-resistance-rated floor assembly and an exterior curtain wall. 6.Voids at the intersection of a vertical fire barrier and an exterior curtain wall. 7.Voids at the intersection of a vertical fire barrier and a nonfire-resistance-rated roof assembly. Unprotected joints and voids do not need to be protected where such joints and voids were not required to be protected when the building was originally constructed. Where the system design number is known, the system shall be inspected to the listing criteria and manufacturer's installation instructions. Location: Camera Room Original Comment: replace missing ceiling tile. FAIL 704.1 - Maintaining Where required when the building was originally constructed, materials and protection. systems used to protect joints and voids in the following locations shall be maintained. The materials and systems shall be securely attached to or bonded to the adjacent construction, without openings visible through the construction. 1.joints in or between fire -resistance -rated walls, floors or floor/ceiling assemblies and roof or roof/ceiling assemblies. 2.Joints in smoke barriers. 3.Voids at the intersection of a horizontal floor assembly and an exterior curtain wall. 4.Voids at the intersection of a horizontal smoke barrier and an exterior curtain wall. 5.Voids at the intersection of a nonfire-resistance-rated floor assembly and an exterior curtain wall. 6.Voids at the intersection of a vertical fire barrier and an exterior curtain wall. 7.Voids at the intersection of a vertical fire barrier and a nonfire-resistance-rated roof assembly. Unprotected joints and voids do not need to be protected where such joints and voids were not required to be protected when the building was originally constructed. Where the system design number is known, the system shall be inspected to the listing criteria and manufacturer's installation instructions. Location: Front Janitor Closet Original Comment: replace missing ceiling tile. Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 11 of 13 STATUS CODE DESCRIPTION 705.2.2 - Labeling Where required by the fire code official, a sign shall be permanently displayed on Requirements or near each fire door in letters not less than 1 inch (25 mm) high to read as follows: 1.For doors designed to be kept normally open: "FIRE DOOR —DO NOT BLOCK." 2.For doors designed to be kept normally closed: "FIRE DOOR —KEEP CLOSED." Location: Exterior Exit doors with faded signage. Original Comment: Replace permanent signage on all exit doors that have faded. FAIL 907.4.1 - Protection of fire In areas that are not continuously occupied, a single smoke detector shall be alarm control unit. provided at the location of each fire alarm control unit, notification appliance circuit power extenders and supervising station transmitting equipment. Exception: Where ambient conditions prohibit installation of a smoke detector, a heat detector shall be permitted. GENERAL NOTES JEFF SIEBEL - 04/11/2025 @ 15:25 JEFF SIEBEL - 04/11/2025 @ 15:25 REINSPECTION DATE 05/06/2025 CONTACT SIGNATURE Brian Hoag Signed on: 04/11/2025 @ 15:24 Location: Fire Alarm Control Panel Room Original Comment: Provide required smoke detection above fire alarm control panel. Annual inspection fee $610 Repair exit doors that do not open imrnediatly Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 12 of 13 INSPECTOR SIGNATURE JEFF SIEBEL Signed on: 04/11/2025 @ 15:24 QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR INSPECTION? JEFF SIEBEL Jeff.Siebel@Waterloo-ia.org 3192301224 Printed on 04/11/2025 @ 15:26 Page 13 of 13