Please add a notes section to the plans entitled Fire and Life Safety Notes and add/address the following comments on the plans:
- Hydrant must be within 150' of the FDC. **
- The FDC must be within 40' of fire apparatus placement. **
- Show all FDC locations on final plan.
- FDC must be on the front of the building unless otherwise approved.
- Landscaping or parking cannot block or impede the FDC or fire hydrants. A 3-foot clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of the hydrant and FDC. **
- Water flow analysis will be required to determine the correct water main size to meet sprinkler system demand and fire flow requirements.
- Fire apparatus access road is greater than 150’ (building 12). An approved fire apparatus turnaround must be provided.
- Contractor shall maintain an all-weather access for emergency vehicles at all times during construction. **
- Fire Hydrants to be installed per City of Wilmington ordinance and CFPUA Standards
- New Hydrants must be brought into service prior to combustible materials being delivered to the job site. **
- Type of Construction of Building according to the International Building Code must be present on the plans.
- In addition to the standard comments, additional fire protection and accessibility requirements may be required
due to any special circumstances concerning the project. **
- Private Underground Fire Lines require a separate underground fire line permit from the Wilmington Fire and
Life Safety Division 910-343-0696 **
- All isolation valves within the “Hot Box” shall be electrically supervised. Please work closely with your fire
sprinkler and alarm installer in regards to running wire for tamper switch. **
** Comments must be on plans.
Contact Chris Walker at 343-3918 for questions or email at chris.walker@wilmingtonnc.gov