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INTERAGENCY REQUEST FOR BUILDING INSPECTIONS
To: RETURN TO:
Building Inspector Division of Licensing
City of Prior Lake ATTN Katie Leuer
MN Department of Human Services
PO Box 64242
St. Paul, MN 55164-0242
FAX: (651) 297-1490
Prior to issuing a license, verification is required that a facility is in compliance with appropriate state or local
building codes. An inspection is required for all proposed facilities located in a code area which involves new
construction, major renovating, or change in occupancy (i.e. any facility not currently used for the proposed
usage.) Please complete the information requested and return to the Licensing Division with any orders
attached. A copy of orders should also be provided to the program.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Date: 8/18/2014
Name/address of facility: The Link
Proposed use: To Provide residential care and treatment for children in out-of-home placement
Name/phone number of contact person: Beth Holger Ambrose 612-767-4467
Area of facility to be used:
Numbers and age ranges of participants: 6 males/females, ages 12-17
Does the facility plan to serve handicapped individuals? Unknown at this time
BUILDING CODE REQUEST:
[ ] Not applicable: facility locat-d i - oded are of state.
Signature of Local Official: Date: 6/2V/
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The facility is located in a code area and has new construction, major renovating, or change in occupancy i.e.
any facility not currently used for the proposed usage.
[74 Facility meets requirements
[ ] Facility does not meet requirements and cannot be occupied until orders are met.
[ ] Facility does not meet requirements, but ma temporarily be occupied until (date)
pending completion of orders.
Signature of uil AI
Code Inspector:
DATE 2l /I Certificate Number: /ye
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MINNESOTA
MDH
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Protecting, maintaining and improving the health of all Minnesotans
July 25,2014
Safe Haven
5696 Birchwood Ave NE
Prior Lake,Minnesota 55372
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
Subject: The Links's Safe Harbor Emergency Shelter Program, 13780 McKenna Rd NW,Prior
Lake,Scott County,Minnesota,Project No. 150012
Thank you for submitting plans to the Minnesota Department of Health(MDH). We are enclosing a copy
of our report covering an examination of plans and specifications on the above designated project.The
plans appear to be in general compliance with the standards of this department and have been approved
with the following changes. Please see the enclosed report for the changes and/or comments.
Ten working days prior to completion of the project,please contact Marijke Schwarz Smith at 651-201-
3777 or marijke.schwarzsmith@state.mn.us in order to arrange for a final opening inspection.
A final opening inspection can not be conducted until a license application is submitted with the
appropriate fees to MDH. Please submit application and fees to:
Minnesota Department of Health
Environmental Health Services Section
625 Robert Street North, P.O. Box 64495
St. Paul, Minnesota 55164-0495
If you have any questions,please contact me at 507-344-2721 or at becky.albrecht@state.mn.us.
Sincerely,
Becky Albrecht
Minnesota Department of Health
Mankato District Office
12 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 2105
Mankato,MN 56001
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Enclosures
CC: Beth Holger-Ambrose
Marijke Schwarz Smith,Minnesota Department of Health
Dan Disrud,Minnesota Department of Health
Scott County,Zoning Administrator
Mr. Robert Hutchins,Building Official
Environmental Health•FPLS Section•625 Robert Street North•PO Box 64975•St.Paul,Minnesota,55164.651-201-4500
General Information:651-201-5000•Toll-free:888-345-0823
http://www.health.state.mn.us
An equal opportunity employer
• MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Division of Environmental Health
REPORT ON PLANS ,
Plans and specifications on New Food,New Lodging: The Links's Safe Harbor Emergency
Shelter Program, Project No. 150012
Location: 13780 McKenna Rd NW, Prior Lake, MN 55372, Scott County
Date Approved: July 24, 2014 Date Received: July 7, 2014
Submitted by: Beth Holger-Ambrose, 1210 Glenwood Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55405, (612)
767-4467
Ownership: Safe Haven, 5696 Birchwood Ave NE, Prior Lake, MN 55372, (612) 867-0780
Scope of Project: New small boarding establishment 6-occupant shelter.
Contact Marijke Schwarz-Smith at 651/201-3777 to obtain license application. All license
fees must be paid prior to scheduling all construction and opening inspections.
No food is permitted in the establishment until approval from the Health Authority is given.
Approved Finish Schedule
Finish Area Walls: Ceiling: Floor/Integral Cove
Base:
Kitchen: Painted Smooth vinyl tiles Vinyl with vinyl base
sheetrock/FRP
behind sinks
Construction Specifics:
Pay particular attention to the bolded items
You are responsible for all aspects of the Minnesota Food Code. This code is available at
http://vvww.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/food/code/index.html.
1. Equipment Standards—General Requirements:
Enough equipment for cooking, heating and hot holding shall be provided. Equipment
should be sufficient in number and capacity to meet the needs of the establishment.
The Sanitarian/Plan Reviewer doing the opening inspection will follow up to ensure that
equipment meets applicable standards
2. Food Contact Surfaces:
Primary food contact surfaces (counters) shall be of solid surface construction.
Plastic laminate surfaces are not acceptable for food contact and food preparation surfaces.
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3. Cabinetry:
Cabinetry located within a foodservice area: kitchen cabinetry .
All service cabinets shall be protected with plastic laminate or equivalent to Standard No. 35
covering all exposed surfaces. Exposed wood surfaces on cabinets and under counter tops
shall be covered to provide a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Cutouts in millwork shall
be sealed with plastic laminate.
Countertop Material: _r r
Solid surface Via,
Interior Cabinet Material:
finished(sealed)wood
Exterior Cabinet Material:
finished(sealed)wood
Type of Base:
*Hollow enclosed base
cabinets (existing) -
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*Hollow enclosed base cabinets will remain and be evaulated during routine inspection.
If/when there is rodent or pest harborage and/or the cabinets become non-durable, non-
corrosion resistant or not easily cleanable they must be replaced with approved materials
and placed on 6" legs or solid masonry base.
4. Refrigeration:
Enough equipment for cooling and cold holding shall be provided. Equipment should be
sufficient in number and capacity to meet the needs of the establishment.
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5. Ventilation System:
Kenmore Elite domestic range hood approved for use by city of Prior Lake Building
Official and State Fire Marshall. Adequacy of ventilation will be monitored during routine
inspections. If found to not effectively remove excessive heat, steam, odor or grease
replacement exhaust ventilation will be required.
6. Three-Compartment Sink:
A three-compartment sink with dual integral drain boards will be provided.
Sink bowls shall be adequately sized for the largest utensil to be washed in the three-
compartment sink.
Approved racks, shelves or dish tables for storing soiled equipment and utensils and air
drying clean equipment and utensils will be provided.
7. Undercounter Dishmachine :
Kenmore Elite (NSF Sanitize Cycle)
* ability of dishwasher to meet food code requirements will be evaluated durine routine
inspections.
8. Hand Sink:
Hand sink will be provided in the following areas: kitchen
Each handwashing sink shall be provided with hot and cold water through a mixing valve or
combination faucet.
9. Walls:
Wall surfaces in splash zones or high moisture areas such as warewashing, food preparation
sinks, handsinks and janitorial sink areas shall be finished with smooth, light colored,
durable, non-absorbent materials.
Block walls shall be finished with an epoxy or enamel paint equivalent to an orange peel
finish.
Utility service lines and pipes shall not be unnecessarily exposed.
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10. Floors:
Floors in kitchens, bars, other rooms where food is stored, prepared or washed, employee
dressing or locker rooms, toilet rooms and janitorial rooms shall be smooth, non-absorbent,
durable and easily cleanable.
11. Ceilings:
Ceilings in kitchens, bars and bar service areas, other rooms where food is stored, prepared,
or washed, toilet rooms and janitorial rooms shall be smooth, non-absorbent, durable and
easy to clean.
12. Lighting:
Food preparation areas in which food or beverages are prepared, utensils are washed shall
provide a minimum of 50 foot-candles of shielded light measured 30 inches above the
floor.
Food and utensil storage rooms,toilets, locker rooms, dressing rooms shall be provided with
at least 30 foot candles of shielded light measured at 30 inches above the floor.
13. Plumbing:
A plumbing plan approval letter has not been received at this time. Provide at opening
inspection evidence that the plumbing system has been inspected and approval given
by the local building official or a representative from the Department of Labor and
Industry (DOLI).
All plumbing plans shall be approved by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
(DOLI) or delegated agent. For information on submittal contact Department of Labor and
Industry at 651-284-5067 or visit their website at
http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/Plumbing.asp.
Chemical or detergent dispensers must be installed to Minnesota Plumbing Code Chapter
4715 and have appropriate backflow prevention devices.
A separate on-site inspection will be conducted by the Minnesota Department of Labor and
Industry plumbing inspector or delegated agent to determine compliance with the
Minnesota Plumbing Code.
All plumbing equipment shall be installed in accordance with the Minnesota Plumbing
Code for a commercial establishment.
All pipe chases that pass through walls shall be tightly sealed and covered with
escutcheon rings.
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All utility pipes shall be enclosed in walls or ceiling.
Utility lines must not be placed on the floor and must be installed at least 6" off the floor.
Provide vacuum breakers at all threaded hose bibs. No wye adapters.
All commercial water heaters shall be of adequate capacity to meet the needs of the
anticipated demand of the establishment. Water heater submitted: Bryant Model
#286A/288A (existing)
14. Other Code Requirements:
All waste water shall be treated at a municipal system or an approved septic system as
defined in Minnesota Rules 7080.
For information on the Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act (MCIAA) contact 651-201-4601 or
visit their website at http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/air.
Contact MN Electrical Licensing& Inspection at 651-284-5026 or visit their website at
http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/Electrical.asp for information on electrical requirements and
the name of the electrical inspector in your area.
Sincerely,
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Becky Albrecht
Minnesota Department of Health
Mankato District Office
12 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 2105
Mankato, MN 56001
MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Division of Environmental Health
REPORT ON PLANS
Plans and specifications on New Food,New Lodging: The Links's Safe Harbor Emergency Shelter
Program,Project No. 150012
Location: 13780 McKenna Rd NW,Prior Lake,MN 55372, Scott County
Date Approved: July 24, 2014 Date Received: July 7, 2014
Submitted by: Beth Holger-Ambrose, 1210 Glenwood Ave., Minneapolis,MN 55405, (612) 767-4467
Ownership: Safe Haven, 5696 Birchwood Ave NE,Prior Lake,MN 55372,(612) 867-0780
Scope of project: New 6-room youth shelter with small establishment menu.
Contact Marijke Schwarz-Smith at 651/201-3777 for license application. All license
fees must be paid prior to scheduling preoperational inspection.
1. Every room occupied for sleeping purposes by one person shall contain at least 70 square
feet of usable floor space, and every room occupied for sleeping purposes for more than
one person shall contain not less than 60 square feet of usable floor space for each occupant
thereof. Under no circumstances shall there be less than 400 cubic feet of air space per
occupant. Usable floor space excludes closets and bathroom areas.
All rooms proposed single occupancy.
Number of rooms provided: 6
Square footage of each room: 9 X 12 108 ft2
2. No sleeping quarters shall be provided in any basement having more than half its floor to
ceiling height below grade.
3. No sleeping quarters shall be maintained in rooms which do not have unobstructed egress
to the outside or to a central hall leading to a fire escape.
4. Suitable fire escapes shall be provided. They must be kept in good repair and accessible at
all times.
5. Hallways must be marked and exit lights provided.
6. Fire extinguishers shall be provided as required by the State Fire Marshall.
7. All structures shall be smooth, easily cleaned, shall be kept clean and in good repair.
Abrasive strips for safety purposes may be used to prevent accidents.
8. All floors shall be constructed as to be easily cleaned and shall be smooth.
9. Wall and ceiling may not be studs,joists, or rafters unless suitably finished and kept clean.
10. Every gas-fired or oil-fired room heater and water heater shall be vented to the outside air.
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11. All sleeping places provided for guests shall be supplied with suitable pillow slips and
under and top sheets.
12. All outside doors, windows and other openings shall be screened when flies, mosquitoes,
and other insects are prevalent.
13. Every lodging facility shall be constructed and equipped as to prevent the entrance of pests.
14. The temperature of hot water which is provided in any public area or guest room, including
but not limited to sinks, bathtubs or showers, shall not exceed 130° F.
15. Toilet facilities shall be available on each floor when not provided in each individual
room/unit. Toilet, sink, and bath facilities shall be provided in the ratio of one sink and
toilet for every ten occupants, or fraction thereof, and one bathtub or shower for every 20
occupants or fraction thereof.
(2)Bathrooms Provided—(2) toilets, (2) sinks each
(1) Shower Provided
16. All sinks for public use or furnished in guest rooms shall be supplied with hot and cold
running water and soap. Approved sanitary towels or warm air devices shall be provided
for hand drying.
17. All rooms and bathrooms shall be shall be well lighted and ventilated either by mechanical
or natural means.
18. The doors to all toilet rooms serving the public and employee shall be self-closing.
19. Handwashing signs shall be posted in each toilet room used by employees.
20. A safe adequate supply of water shall be provided and shall be located, constructed, and
operated in accordance with rules governing water supplies.
21. All garbage and refuse shall be kept in watertight, nonabsorbent receptacles which are
covered with close-fitting, fly-tight lids.
22. Other Information:
Submit plumbing plans on the plumbing system to the Department of Labor in Industry.
For information call 651-284-5067 or visit their website at
http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/Plumbing.asp.
Contact MN Electrical Licensing & Inspection at 651-284-5026 or visit their website at
http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/Electrical.asp for information on electrical requirements and
the name of the electrical inspector in your area.
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For information on the Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act (MCIAA), contact 651-201-4601
or visit their website at http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/air.
Contact State Fire Marshall 651-201-7200 for information on fire code requirements.
*an onsite inspection was performed on 7/22/14; provide a copy of the inspection
report to the field sanitarian during preoperational inspection.
Sincerely,
Becky Albrecht
Minnesota Department of Health
Mankato District Office
12 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 2105
Mankato,MN 56001