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Contract No. GS09P05KSC0024
FINAL SUBMITTAL
June 30, 2005
R.E.M. Job No. 8864
Prepared By:
U.S. General Services Administration Pacific Rim Region
450 Golden Gate Avenue San Francisco, CA 94102
Building Engineering Report (BER) For
Roybal Federal Building Los Angeles, California
ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION
1575 No. Lake Avenue, Suite 100
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 296-7200 Fax (626) 296-7201
PROPERTY OF THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
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Building Engineering Report
Roybal Federal Building – CA0283CC 255 E. Temple Street
Los Angeles, California
Final Submittal
Prepared For: Prepared By:
GSA, PBS, Property Development Division, 9PCS R.E.M. Engineering Company, Inc.
450 Golden Gate Avenue, 3rd Floor West 1575 N. Lake Avenue, Suite 100 San Francisco, CA 94102-3434 Pasadena, CA 91104
Original Richard Vallejo, GSA
Roybal Federal Building
PROPERTY OF THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT – FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ........................................................................................................................... i
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Scope of Work
2 EXISTING CONDITIONS
2.1 Architectural
2.2 Electrical
2.3 Elevators
2.4 Fire Protection
2.5 Mechanical - HVAC
2.6 Plumbing
2.7 Roofing and Waterproofing
2.8 Security Systems
3 RECOMMENDATIONS AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
4 IMPACT OF PROGRAMMING/HOUSING PLAN STUDY
4.1 Elevators
4.2 HVAC – Air Handlers
4.3 HVAC- Central Chillers
4.4 HVAC- Heat Exchangers
4.5 Helipad
5 SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS
Appendices
Appendix A – Proposal and Contract Appendix B – Field Survey Forms Appendix C – Narrative Reports Appendix D – Responses to GSA Comments Appendix E – Release of Claims
APPENDIX A
CONTRACT
APPENDIX B
FIELD INSPECTION REPORTS
Building Engineering Report (BER)
Roybal Federal Building, Los Angeles, California
Architectural
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GSA - ROYBAL BLDG
Street Level 1992 1992 Public Areas and Storage
System co nd iti on
A ve ra ge u se fu l lif es pa n
Es tim at ed re m ai ni ng li fe
Description Architectural Accessibility * * -Restrooms (Public) F * * Provide insul. on P-traps (10), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (2), Provide WC's in HC stall which are 19" high (2), Urinal is 29" wide, needs 30" (1). Counters at lav's are 35" high with 28" clear underneath. Remove existing counter and provide new counter with new shallower lav's at 34" AFF max. while maintaining 29" min. clear underneath (2). Code requires that HC lav's be located outside of HC stall. The lav. in the HC stall has no soap or paper towel dispensers. Provide new soap and paper towel dispensers or remove the lav's in the HC stall and patch and repair wall (2). Door requires more than 5 lbs. force to open\, adjust closer or provide new closer which requires 5 lbs. max.
force to open (2).
Life Safety A * * No Life Safety violations were observed.
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath.
Floors -Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile in Restrooms is in Fair condition.
-Carpet D 15 2 Carpet throughout is original and is in Poor condition and should be replaced.
Walls -Paint C 15 3 Painted gypsum board walls throughout have general wear, scratches, nicks. Patch and paint.
-Paint (Room #0108) D 15 1 Painted gypsum board walls in this room has a large gouge.
Patch, repair and paint (5 SF).
-Paint (Room #073) D 15 1 Painted gypsum board walls in this room has significant water damage. Patch, repair and paint (100 SF).
-Paint (Room #0102) D 15 1 Painted gypsum board walls in this room has significant water damage. Patch, repair and paint (200 SF).
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic Tile wainscot in restrooms is in Fair condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles B 30 17 Ceiling tiles throughout are in Fair condition.
-Paint B 15 10 painted Gypsum board ceilings throughout are in Good condition.
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Street Level 1992 1992 Public Areas and Storage - Cont'd
System co nd iti on
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Description Doors D 15 1 Doors and frames throughout need painting.
Windows N/A * * There are no windows in this area.
Miscellaneous -Room #0102 F * * There is a significant amount of water leakage in this room. It appears to be coming from the Plaza paving rather than from the planters as was suggested. We were unable to determine the cause or location of the leak. We recommend an independent investigation to determine and repair the source. This may require the removal of several pavers from the Plaza area.
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Street Level 1992 1992 22 Library
System co nd iti on
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Es tim ai ni ng li fe
Description Architectural Accesibility -Library F * * Checkout counter 39" high all around book check out area.
Provide a section of counter 48" wide with a knee space 27" minimum high and 20" minimum deep.
-Workroom #0130 F * * Cabinet counter is 36" high. Reduce counter height to34" max.
AFF.
Life Safety F * * Provide panic bar at exterior exit door.
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath. Provide lighted exit sign at exterior exit.
Floors -Carpet C 15 5 Carpet throughout is original, but in Average condition.
-VCT B 15 10 Vinyl tile throughout is original, but in Fair condition.
Walls -Paint B 15 10 Painted Gypsum Board walls are in Good condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles B 30 17 Ceiling tiles throughout are in Good condition.
Doors B 15 10 Doors throughout are in Good Condition.
Windows N/A * * There are no windows in this area.
Fixed Equipment A 15 5 Book Shelves are original and in excellent conditon
Miscellaneous -Room #0130 D * * Repair chipped laminate at counter edge 6" sq.
-Corridor East of Library
D * * Exposed framing is below Cafeteria where exterior paving slopes to building and flows water in. Reslope and repave area outside of door to slope away from door (40 SF).
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Street Level 1992 1992 22 Federal Police
System co nd iti on
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Description Architectural Accessibility -Restrooms #097 & 0100)
Provide insul. on P-traps (6), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (2), Toilet paper dispenser in the HC stall is surface mounted, Replace with a recessed dispenser in compliant location (2), Doors require more than 5 lbs. of force to open, Adjust closers or replace with new closers to require 5 lbs. max.
force to open (2).
-Restroom #083 F * * WC is 20-1/2" tall, Provide new WC which is 19" high (1), Provide insul. On P-traps (2), Provide new mirror mounted at 38" AFF extending to 74" AFF (1), Relocate soap, paper towel and seat cover dispensers to compliant location (1).
Life Safety A * * No Life Safety violations were observed.
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath.
Floors -VCT B 15 10 VCT throughout is in Fair Condition, No repairs necessary.
-Carpet (Typical) D 15 2 The Carpet in these rooms is discolored, stained and/or worn and should be replaced.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile in the restrooms is in Fair condition.
Walls -Paint (Typical) C 15 3 Painted gypsum board walls have general wear, nicks, scrapes.
Patch and paint.
-Paint (Room #083) D 15 2 Repair poorly done patch on Gypsum board wall (9 SF).
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles B 30 17 Ceiling tiles throughout are in Fair condition.
-Paint B 15 10 Painted gypsum board ceilings throughout are in Fair condition.
Doors -Doors (Typical) B 15 10 Doors throughout are typically in Fair condition.
-Door (Cooridor) C 15 5 Refinish Door from corridor & Paint frame.
Widows N/A * * There are no windows in this area.
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Street Level 1992 1992 22 U.S. Marshal
System co nd iti on
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Description Architectural Accessibility Locker Rooms F * * No accessible shower on Mens side.
Restrooms F * * Provide insulation on P-traps (4), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (2).
Life Safety A * * No Life Safety Violations were observed.
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath.
Floors -VCT (Typical) B 15 10 VCT throughout is in Fair Condition, No repairs necessary.
-VCT (Room #036) D 15 2 Vinyl flooring in this room is in Poor condition and should be replaced (100 SF).
-Carpet (Typical) D 15 2 The Carpet throughout is discolored, stained and/or worn and should be replaced.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile in the restrooms is in Fair condition.
Walls -Paint C 15 3 Painted gypsum board walls have general wear, nicks, scrapes.
Patch and paint.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile wainscot in the restrooms in is Fair condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles B 30 17 Ceiling tiles general are in fair condition. No damage observed -Paint B 15 10 Painted Gypsum Board Ceiling throughout is in fair condition.
No damage observed
Doors B 15 10 Doors throughout are in Fair condition.
Windows N/A * * There are no windows in this area.
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Terrace Level 1992 1992 22 Public Spaces USDC Clerks
System co nd iti on us ef ul li fe sp an re m ai ni ng li fe
Description Architectural Accessibility Restrooms (Public) Provide insul. on P-traps (10), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (2), Urinal is 29" wide, needs 30" (1). Counters at lav's are 35" high with 28" clear underneath. Remove existing counter and provide new counter with new shallower lav's at 34" AFF max. while maintaining 29" min. clear underneath (2). Code requires that HC lav's be located outside of HC stall. The lav. in the HC stall has no soap or paper towel dispensers. Provide new soap and paper towel dispensers or remove the lav's in the HC stall and patch and repair wall (2), Paper towel dispensers are missing the lower latch, Repair (2), the closers are too hard too open, adjust closers or provide new closers requiring 5 lbs.
max. force to open (2).
-Restrooms (Cafeteria)
F * * Provide insul. on P-traps (2), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (2).
Life Safety F * * No Life Safety violations were observed.
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath.
Floors -VCT B 15 10 VCT throughout is in Fair Condition, No repairs necessary.
-Carpet (Typical) D 15 1 Carpet is typically in Poor condition and should be replaced.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile in the restrooms is in Fair condition.
-Quarry Tile B 40 28 Quarry tile in the Kitchen is in Fair condition.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite Tile in Elevator Lobbies is in Excellent condition.
Walls -Vinyl Wall Covering B 15 10 Vinyl wall covering is in Fair condition.
-Paint C 15 3 Painted gypsum board walls have general wear, nicks, scrapes.
Patch and paint.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile wainscot in the restrooms in is Fair condition.
-Ceramic Tile (Room #189 & 190)
D 40 1 Repair damaged tile and handicaped stall doors connection to wall (2).
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite Tile walls in Elevator Lobbies are in Excellent condition.
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Terrace Level 1992 1992 22 Public Spaces USDC Clerks
System co nd iti on us ef ul li fe sp an re m ai ni ng li fe
Description Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles B 30 17 Ceiling tiles throughout are in Fair condition.
-Paint B 15 10 Painted gypsum board ceilings throughout are in Fair condition.
Doors -Wood Doors B 15 10 Wood Doors throughout are in Fair condition.
-Metal Doors B 15 10 Metal Doors throughout are in Fair condition.
-Laminate Doors D 15 1 Laminate doors to the Public Restrooms are chipped on the lower edge of the strike side. Repair or replace and paint frame (2).
Windows -Glazing System A 30 28 Glazing and Framing system has recently been recaulked.
-Blinds B 20 10 Window blinds are generally in fair condition.
Fixed Equipment -Cafeteria B * * Condiments stainless steel counter splash is away form wall. It nees to be move so is snug with wall b ui lt la st re no v.
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Terrace Level Lobby, Foyer and Outside Storage
System co nd iti on us ef ul li fe sp an re m ai ni ng li fe
Description Architectural Accessibility -Entrances F * * The two after hours building access card readers at the Main
Entrances are approximately 57" high and are not accessible to wheelchairs. Lower card readers to 48" max. AFF (2).
-Café Storage F * * Key latch only on door. Provide door handle with lever (1).
Life Safety F * * The exit sign for the emergency exit at the North end of the Foyer needs to be double sided. That exit is barricaded off, Remove the barricade.
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath. The information Kiosk in the center of the Foyer with the 2 TV screens is designed for someone standing and looking down at and is not viewable to someone in a wheelchair. Add an vertical TV screen on the back side of the Kiosk and enclose it with Granite similar to the existing. Elevators should have signs indicating which Courts they serve.
Floors -Carpet D 15 1 Carpet in the Exterior Sorage room outside of the North
Entrance is in Poor condition and should be replaced.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite Tile in Elevator Lobbies is in Excellent condition.
Walls -Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite Tile walls in Elevator Lobbies are in Excellent condition.
-Paint A 15 12 Painted Gypsum board walls are in Good condition.
Ceilings -Paint A 15 12 Painted gypsum board ceilings throughout are in Good condition except at air diffusers. Patch and Paint (24 LF).
Doors -Wood Doors B 15 10 Wood Doors throughout are in Fair condition.
-Metal Doors B 15 10 Metal Doors throughout are in Fair condition.
-Storefront A 30 28 The Glass entrances are in Good condition.
Windows -Glazing System A 30 28 Glazing and Framing system has recently been recaulked.
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Terrace Level 1992 1992 22 Court Side & Marshal's Area
System co nd iti on us ef ul li fe sp an re m ai ni ng li fe
Description Architectural Accessibility A * * No violations observed
Life Safety F * * South doors (Double doors) into Marshal's Office swing in against the exit path. Reverse the swing of the doors.
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath.
Floors -VCT A 15 14 VCT throughout is in Good Condition, No repairs necessary.
-Carpet (Typical) A 15 10 Carpet is new and typically in Good condition.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 39 Ceramic tile in the Locker /Restrooms is in Good condition.
Walls -Paint A 15 14 Painted gypsum board walls are new and in Good condition.
-Ceramic Tile (Typical)
B 40 39 Ceramic tile wainscot in the Locker /Restrooms is in Good condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles A 30 29 Ceiling tiles throughout are new and in Good condition.
-Paint A 15 14 Painted gypsum board ceilings throughout are new and in Good condition.
Doors -Wood Doors A 15 14 Wood Doors throughout are in Good condition.
-Metal Doors A 15 14 Metal Doors throughout are in Good condition.
Windows
-Blinds B 20 10 Window blinds are generally in fair condition.
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GSA - ROYBAL BLDG
2nd Level 1992 1992 22 Fitness Center
System C on di tio n
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Li fe Description Architectural Accessibility -Restrooms #242, 249, 274A, 274B
F * * Provide insul. on P-traps (4), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (4), Provide WC's at HC stalls which are 19" high (4).
-Restrooms #256,268 F * * Counters at lav's is 35" high with 28" clear underneath. Remove existing counter and provide new counter with new shallower lav's at 34" AFF while maintaining 29" clear underneath (2), Provide insul. on P-traps (7), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (2), Provide WC's at HC stalls which are 19" high (2), Urinal has a clear width of 28-1/2", required to be 30" (1).
-Restroom #289 F * * Provide side and rear Grab bars at Restroom #289 (1), Provide insul. On P-trap (1), Provide WC in HC stall which is 19" high (1), Relocate all accessories to compliant locations.
-Restrooms #277 and
F * * WC's are 20" high (2). Lav's are 35" high and 28" clear underneath. Modify counter to lower 1 lav in each room to 34" max. and maintain 29" clear underneath (2), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (2), Provide insul. at P-traps (2).
-Countertops F * * Working Countertops throughout are at 36" high and should be lowered to 34" max. (4).
Life Safety F * * Stair #4 - Fire riser pipe protrudes into exit path. Codes states that any projection more than 4" above 20" from the floor is illegal. Provide a 36" high bollard at the floor directly below the protrusion which can be detected by a cane (1).
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath. Provide a lighted double sided exit sign in the corridor outside of Stair #4 with arrows going both ways (1). Provide a lighted exit sign in the corridor above the door to Stair #4 continued (1).
Floors -VCT B 15 10 VCT throughout are in Fair Condition, No repairs necessary.
-Carpet (Corridors) A 15 14 Carpet in public corridors has been replaced recently and is in
Good condition.
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2nd Level 1992 1992 22 Fitness Center - Cont'd
System co nd iti on us ef ul li fe sp an re m ai ni ng li fe
Description Floors (Cont'd) -Carpet (Typical) D 15 2 Carpet throughout is worn, stained and is in generally Poor condition. It should be replaced.
-Carpet - Rooms #253, 259, 260, 261 &
B 15 10 Carpets in these rooms are in Fair condition.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile in the restrooms in is fair condition.
-Rubber Mats B 25 20 Rubber mats in the exercise rooms are in fair condition.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite tile at Elevator Lobbies is in excellent condition.
Walls -Vinyl Wall Covering C 20 7 Vinyl wall covering throughout is in average condition.
-Paint C 15 3 Painted walls have general wear, nicks, scrapes. Patch and paint.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic Tile Wainscot throughout is in Fair condition.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite Tile in Lobby is in Excellent condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles (Typical)
B 30 17 Ceiling tiles throughout are generally in Fair condition.
-Ceiling Tiles (Room # 285)
D 30 17 Replace (3) missing tiles in Conference room #285 (12 SF).
-Ceiling Tiles (Room #238)
D 30 2 There is water damage in the storage closet off of Room #238 which should be replaced (approx. 35 S.F.)
-Paint B 15 10 Painted gypsum ceilings throughout are in Fair condition.
Doors -Wood Doors B 15 10 Wood doors throughout are in Fair condition.
-Metal Doors B 15 10 Metal doors throughout are in Fair condition.
Windows -Glazing System A 30 28 Glazing and Framing system has recently been recaulked.
-Room #285 C 30 28 Sill of window framing system in South wall of Room #285 is approx. 1-1/4" above fin. Floor and shims are exposed. Some type of base / trim should be installed to close this gap (3 windows, approx. 36 L.F.).
-Blinds B 20 10 Window Blinds throughout are in Fair condition.
Miscellaneous -Room #251 D * * Electrical Panel Board in Telephone Room south of Room #251 is missing face and door.
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Level 3 1992 1992 22 Jail
System co nd iti on
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Description Architectural Accessibility * * * Isolation Cells (#3128 & 3129)
F * * No wheelchair accessible cell is provided. Remodel (1) cell to provide required clearances and ADA accessible Toilet, Grab bars, Lavatory and Accessories.
Cells (#3111, 3112, 3115 thru 3120, 3126 & 3127)
F * * No wheelchair accessible cell is provided. Remodel (1) cell to provide required clearances and ADA accessible Toilet, Grab bars, Lavatory and Accessories.
Toilet (#3106) F * * Toilet Room is too small for required accessibilty standards.
Enlarge room (approx. 12" width and depth), Provide ADA accessible Toilet, Lavatory, Grab bars and Accessories per ADA requirements.
Life Safety A * * No Life Safety violations were observed.
Signage/Wayfinding None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath.
Floors -VCT B 15 10 VCT throughout is in Fair condition. No repairs necessary.
-Carpet (Corridor #394 & Interview Rooms #375 thru 393)
D 15 1 Carpets in these rooms are worn, stained and in generally Poor condition and should be replaced.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile throughout is in Fair condition.
Walls -Paint B 15 8 Painted gypsum board walls are in generally Fair condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles B 30 17 Acoustic ceiling tile throughout are in Fair condition.
-Paint B 15 10 Painted gypsum board ceilings throughout are in Fair condition.
Doors -Typical B 15 10 Doors throughout are in Fair condition.
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Level 3 1992 2002 22 U.S. Marshal's Area
System co nd iti on
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Description Architectural Accessibility * * * -Restrooms (Men's & Women's)
F * * Provide rear grab bars (2).
-Locker Rooms F * * Centerline of toilets is 19", move to 18" (2), Relocate side Grab bars to compliant location (2).
-Restrooms (Public) F * * Provide insul. On P-traps (10), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (2), Provide WC's at HC stalls which are 19" high (2), Urinal stall is 29" wide, needs to be 30" (1), Urinal is mounted at 20" high (lower to 17") (1), counters at Lav's are 35" high with 28" clear underneath. Remove existing counters and provide new counter at 34" AFF and new lav's with shallower basins while maintaining 29" min. clear underneath. Replace thresholds w/ new 1/2" high max. thresholds (2), Code requires that HC Lav be outside of the stall, the Lav. in the stall is not required and has no soap or paper towel dispenser. Provide soap and paper towel dispenser or remove lav. from HC stall (2).
Life Safety A * * No Life Safety violations obvserved.
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs which include braille. Remove all of the existing room signs and provide new signs which include room number in raised letters and braille underneath.
Floors -VCT A 15 14 Vinyl tile throughout is new and in Good condition.
-Carpet (Typical) A 15 14 Carpet throughout is new and in Good condition.
-Ceramic Tile A 40 39 Ceramic Tile throughout is new and in Good condition.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite Tile in Lobby is in Excellent condition.
Walls -Vinyl Wall Covering A 20 19 Vinyl wall covering throughout is new and in Good condition.
-Paint A 15 14 Painted gypsum board walls are new and in Good condition.
-Ceramic Tile A 40 39 Ceramic tile wainscots are new and in Good condition.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite tile in Lobbies is in Excellent condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles (Typical)
A 30 29 Acoustic ceiling tiles throughout are new and in Good condition.
-Ceiling Tiles (Room #374)
D 30 29 Replace (1) damaged ceiling tile (4 S.F.)
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Level 3 1992 2002 22 U.S. Marshal's Area (cont'd)
System co nd iti on
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Description Ceilings (Cont'd) -Ceiling Tiles (Asst.
Chief Office)
D 30 29 Replace (1) damaged ceiling tile (4 S.F.)
-Paint A 15 14 Painted gypsum board ceilings are new and in Good condition.
Doors -Wood Doors A 15 14 Wood doors are new and in Good condition.
-Metal Doors A 15 14 Metal doors are new and in Good condition.
Windows -Glazing A 30 28 Glazing & Framing system has recently been recaulked.
-Blinds B 20 10 Window blinds are generally in Fair condition.
Miscellaneous D 20 1 Cabinet in Breakroom is damaged and should be replaced (1).
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Level 3 1992 2002 22 Court Area
System co nd iti on
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Description Architectural Accessibility -Court Room A * * There is a lift to the witness stand / Bench. There is no Jury box.
The CRT is level on the floor, no changes necessary.
-Restroom (Across from Judge's Chambers)
F * * (UFAS requires that this room only be adaptable). In order to adapt it in the future the following issues must be addressed).
Replace the existing wrap around grab bar with Side and rear grab bars (1), Relocate toilet paper dispenser to compliant location (1).
Life Safety C * * The secondary Fire Exit from the court room exits through a secured area. An alarm should be added to this door to alert security that it has been opened.
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs which include braille. Replace all of the existing room signs with new signs that have room numbers in raised letters and braille underneath.
Floors -VCT A 15 14 Vinyl Tile throughout is new and in Good condition.
-Carpet A 15 14 Carpet throughout is new and in Good condition.
-Ceramic Tile A 40 39 ceramic tile throughout is new and in Good condition.
Walls -Vinyl Wall Covering A 20 19 Viny wall coverings throughout are new and in Good condition.
-Paint A 15 14 Painted gypsum board walls throughout are new and in Good condition.
-Ceramic Tile A 40 39 Ceramic tile wainscots throughout are new and in Good condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles (Typical)
A 20 19 Ceiling tiles throughout are typically new and in Good condition.
-Ceiling Tiles (Secretary's Area)
D 20 19 Replace (3) damaged ceiling tiles in Secretary's Area (12 S.F.)
-Paint A 15 14 Painted gypsum board ceilings are new and in Good condition.
Doors A 15 14 Doors throughout are new and in Good condition.
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Level 3 1992 2002 22 Court Area - Cont'd
System co nd iti on
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Description Windows -Glazing A 30 28 Glazing and Framing system has recently been recaulked.
-Blinds B 20 10 Window blinds throughout are generally in Fair condition.
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4th Floor 1992 1992 22 EEOC
System C on di tio n
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Description Architectural Accesibility -Restrooms (Public) F * * Provide insul. on P-traps (10), Relocate Grab bars to compliant locations (2), Urinal stall is 27 1/2" wide, needs to be 30" (1), counters at Lav's are 35" high with 28" clear underneath.
Remove existing counter and provide new counter and new lav's with shallower basins at 34" AFF while maintaining 29" min. clear underneath. The code requires that the HC lav. be located outside of the stall. The lav. in the stall has no soap or paper towel dispensers. Provide soap and paper towel dispensers or remove the lav. in the HC stall and patch and repair the wall (2).
Life Safety F * * Stair No. 4 - Fire Valve Riser impedes exit width at landing.
Replumb valve to a new location outside of the required exit path (1).
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs which include braille. Replace all of the existing room signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille underneath.
Floors -VCT B 15 10 Vinyl tile throughout is in Fair condition. No repairs necessary.
-Carpet D 15 1 Carpet throughout is worn, stained & generally in Poor condition and should be replaced.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile floors are in Fair condition. No repairs necessary.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite tile at Lobby is in Excellent condition.
Walls -Vinyl Wall Covering C 20 7 Vinyl wall coverings throughout are typically in Average condition.
-Vinyl Wall Covering (Room #4126)
D 15 1 Vinyl wall covering in this room is discolored and faded and should be replaced.
-Vinyl Wall Covering (Room #4160-
F 15 0 Vinyl wall covering in the corridor is coming off. Remove, repair wall and replace (200 SF).
-Paint C 15 3 Painted gypsum board walls have general wear, nicks, scrapes.
Patch and paint.
-Paint (Rooms #4109 & 4120)
D 15 1 Each of these rooms has a large gouge in the wall. Patch, repair and paint (24 SF).
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Description Walls (Cont'd) -Paint (Room #4102) D 15 1 This room has a crack in the wall. Patch, repair and paint (2 LF) -Paint (Room #4139) D 15 1 There is a full height crack in the corridor wall outside of room
#4137. Patch, repair and paint (9 LF).
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile wainscots are in Fair condition.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite tile walls at Lobby are in Excellent condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles B 30 17 Ceiling tiles throughout are typically in Fair condition.
-Ceiling Tiles (Rooms #480, 4147)
D 30 17 There is water damage to 1 ceiling tile in each of these rooms.
Replace tiles (16 SF).
-Ceiling Tiles (Room #455)
D 30 17 There is a broken ceiling tile in this room. Replace (8 SF).
-Paint B 15 10 Painted gypsum board ceilings throughout are in Fair condition.
Doors -Wood Doors B 15 10 Wood doors are typically in Fair condition.
-Wood Doors (Rooms #4112, 4118, 472, 480 and RA Conf.)
D 15 1 Wood doors at these rooms has nicks and/or scratches. Patch and refinish door, paint frame (4).
-Wood Door (Between Corridors #4107 and #4129)
D 15 1 Wood door has nicks and/or scratches. Patch and refinish door, paint frame (1).
-Wood Door (Between Corridors #4110 and #4128)
D 15 1 Wood door has nicks and/or scratches. Patch and refinish door, paint frame (1).
-Metal Doors B 15 10 Metal doors throughout are in Fair condition.
Windows -Glazing System A 30 28 Glazing and Framing system has recently been recaulked.
-Blinds B 20 10 Window blinds throughout are generally in Fair condition.
Miscellaneous -Room #476 D * * Phone jack box is out of wall. Repair and provide new cover.
-Corridor #4110 D 20 1 Replace damaged base board (27 LF).
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Description Architectural Accessibility A * * No Accessibility violations were observed.
Life Safety A * * No Life safety violations were observed.
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have sign which include braille. Replace all of the existing room signs with new signs which have the room number in raised letters and braille underneath.
Floors -VCT A 15 14 Vinyl tile throughout is new and in Good condition.
-Carpet A 15 14 Carpet throughout is new and in Good condition.
Walls -Vinyl Wall Covering A 20 19 Vinyl wall covering throughout is new and in Good condition.
-Paint A 15 14 Painted gypsum board walls are new and in Good condition.
Doors A 15 14 Doors throughout are new and in Good condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles A 20 19 Ceiling tiles throughout are new and in Good condition.
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5th Level 1992 2001 22 District Courts
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Description Architectural Accessibility -Restrooms (Public) F * * Provide insul. on P-traps (10), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (2), Provide WC's which are 1" high (2), Urinal is 29" wide, needs 30" (1). Counters at lav's are 35" high and 28" clear underneath. Remove existing counter and provide new counters with shallower lav's 34" Max. AFF while maintaining 29" min. clear underneath (2), Code requires that the HC lav. be outside of the stall. The lav. in the HC stall has no soap and paper towel dispensers. Provide soap and paper towel dispensers or remove lav. from HC stall and patch and repair wall (2).
-Restrooms (Judges Chambers)
N/A * * (UFAS requires these rooms only be adaptable. In order to adapt them in the future the following issues must be addressed).
Provide insul. on P-traps (4), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (4), Inadequate clearance in front of WC and Lav. Move lav so it isn't directly in front of WC (4).
-Restrooms (Jury) F * * Provide WC's which are 19" high (4), Relocate grab bars to compliant location (4).
-Restrooms behind Southwest Courtrm.
F * * Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (1).
-Restroom across from Northwest Judges Chambers
F * * Relocate grab bars to compliant location (1), Provide insulation on P-trap (1).
-Restrooms at Sallyports
F * * There are no HC provisions. At least one of the Restrooms at each end should be modified for accessibility (Grab bars, Accessories, WC's and Lav's) (2).
-Countertops F * * Working Countertops in Judge's Chambers are at 36" high, Lower to 34" max. (4), Sinks in Judges Chambers are turned sideways and provide no side approach or adequate knee space below.
Provide smaller sink to fit properly on countertop and modify base cabinet to provide 30" wide knee space, 29" clear underneath.
-Courtrooms F * * The Courtrooms have a lift at the witness stand / Judge's bench.
The front row of the Jury box is at floor level and is accessible.
The design guidelines require 16 seats at the Jury box. Enlarge existing Jury box to accomodate 4 more chairs (4). The CRT is at floor level and is accessible. The existing Attorney lecterns are too high and not adjustable (Except Courtroom #590). Replace lecterns with new adjustable lecterns (3). The gates between the public seating and the main Court area are too narrow. Remove the gates and posts and patch and repair adjacent walls as necessary (8).
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Description -Courtrooms (Cont'd) F * * The threshold from the Vestibule to the Courtroom is 3/4" high
(should be 1/2" max.) Pull the carpet back and provide slope in the floor to reduce the height and repair carpet.
Life Safety F * * Stair No. 4 - Fire Valve Riser impedes exit width at landing.
Replumb valve to a new location outside of the required exit path (1).
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath. There are no exit signs in the Courtrooms. Provide lighted exit signs over the main doors, side exit door and the door behind and to the left of the Bench (12).
Floors -VCT B 15 10 VCT throughout is in Fair Condition, No repairs necessary.
-Carpet (Typical) A 15 13 Carpet throughout has been replaced recently and is in Good condition.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile in the restrooms in is fair condition.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite Tile in Elevator Lobbies is in excellent condition.
Walls -Vinyl Wall Covering B 20 16 Vinyl wall covering is in Fair condition.
-Fabric Wall Covering (Typical)
B 15 11 Fabric Wall covering in Courtrooms are in Fair condition.
-Fabric Wall Covering (Room #590)
B 15 11 Fabric Wall covering on the rear wall in Courtroom #590 at the bottom 2 panels is puckered and in Poor condition and should be replaced (100 SF).
-Paint B 15 10 Painted gypsum board walls were all recently painted. They are in Fair condition.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile wainscot is in Fair condition throughout.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite tile in Lobby is in Excellent condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles B 30 17 Ceiling tiles throughout are in Fair condition.
-Paint B 15 10 Painted gypsum board ceilings throughout are in Fair condition.
Doors -Wood Doors B 15 10 Wood Doors throughout are in Fair condition.
-Metal Doors B 15 10 Metal doors throughout are in Fair condition.
Windows
-Blinds B 20 10 Window blinds are generally in fair condition.
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6th Level 1992 2001 22 District Courts
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Description Architectural Accessibility -Restrooms (Public) F * * Provide insul. on P-traps (10), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (2), Provide WC's in HC stall which are 19" high (2), Urinal is 29" wide, needs 30" (1). Counters at lav's are 35" high with 28" clear underneath. Remove existing counter and provide new counter with new shallower lav's at 34" AFF max.
while maintaining 29" min. clear underneath (2). Code requires that HC lav's be located outside of HC stall. The lav. in the HC stall has no soap or paper towel dispensers. Provide new soap and paper towel dispensers or remove the lav's in the HC stall and patch and repair wall (2).
-Restrooms (Judges Chambers)
N/A * * (UFAS only requires these rooms to be adaptable. In order to adapt them in the future the following issues must be addressed). Provide insul. on P-traps (4), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (4), Inadequate clearance in front of WC and Lav., move lav to new location not directly in front of WC (4), Remove curb at SE Judge's Chambers shower (1), Provide WC's which are 19" high (4).
-Restrooms (Jury) F * * Provide WC's which are 19" high (4), Relocate grab bars to compliant location (4), Provide insul. on P-traps (4).
-Restroom #686 N/A * * Not required to be accessible due to it's proximity to Restroom #687.
-Restroom #687 F * * Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (1), Provide insul. On P-trap (1).
-Restrooms at Sallyports
F * * There are no HC provisions. At least one of the Restrooms at each end should be modified for accessibility (Grab bars, Accessories, WC's and Lav's) (2).
-Countertops F * * Working Countertops in Judge's Chambers are at 36" high, lower to 34" max. (4), Sinks in Judges Chambers are turned sideways and provide no side approach or adequate knee space below. Provide new smaller sink to fit properly on countertop and modify base cabinet to provide 30" wide knee space with 29" min. clear underneath.
-North Courtrooms F * * The Courtrooms have a lift at the witness stand / Judge's bench.
The front row of the Jury box has a ramp and is accessible. The CRT is on an 8" platform, Lower the CRT to floor level and shorten the walls around it accoringly (2). The existing Attorney lecterns are too high and not adjustable. Replace lecterns with new adjustable lecterns (2). The threshold from the Vestibule to the Courtroom is 3/4" high (should be 1/2" max.) Pull the carpet back and provide slope in the floor to reduce the height and repair carpet (2). The threshold from the Vestibule to the Courtroom is 3/4" high (should be 1/2" max.) Pull the carpet back and provide slope in the floor to reduce the height and repair carpet (2).
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Description -South Courtrooms F * * The south Courtrooms have no lift or ramp at the witness stand /
Judge's bench. The witness stand is 2 steps up, while the judge's bench is 4 steps up. Remove the back wall of the witness stand and provide new gates to the witness stand and to the Judge's bench. Provide a new lift behind the witness stand and relocate power and communication outlets as necessary. This is similar to the lifts at the North Courtrooms (2). The CRT is on an 8" platform, Lower the CRT to floor level and shorten the walls around it accoringly (2). The existing Attorney lecterns are too high and not adjustable. Replace lecterns with new adjustable lecterns (2). The gates between the public seating and the main Court area are too narrow. Remove the gates and posts and patch and repair adjacent walls as necessary (2). The Jury box has 2 rows of chairs. The first row is up 1 step and the second row is up 2 steps. Lower the front row to floor level and shorten the wall in front of that row (2).
The design guidelines call for 16 seats at the Jury boxes.
Enlarge the Jury box to add 4 chairs (4). The threshold from the Vestibule to the Courtroom is 3/4" high (should be 1/2" max.)
Pull the carpet back and provide slope in the floor to reduce the height and repair carpet (2). The threshold from the Vestibule to the Courtroom is 3/4" high (should be 1/2" max.) Pull the carpet back and provide slope in the floor to reduce the height and repair carpet (2).
-Thresholds F * * There are stone thresholds in the doorways between the courtrooms and corridors, into the Judge's chambers, inside the Judge's chambers and into the Jury rooms which are 3/4" high.
These should be removed and replaced with 1/2" max.
thresholds, or removed entirely in the future as carpet gets replaced (28).
Life Safety F * * Stair No. 4 - Fire Valve Riser impedes exit width at landing.
Replumb valve to a new location outside of the required exit path (1). There are bookshelves in the corridors near room #650, Opposite of room #670 and by 680 which reduce the required exit width and potentially present a hazard during an earthquake. Remove the bookshelves from the corridors.
Signage/Wayfinding F * * None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath. There are no exit signs in the Courtrooms. Provide lighted exit signs over the main doors, side exit door and the door behind and to the left of the Bench (12).
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6th Level 1992 2002 22 District Courts - Cont'd.
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Description Floors -VCT B 15 10 VCT throughout - Fair Condition, No repairs necessary -Carpet (Corridors) A 15 13 Carpet in public corridors has been replaced recently and is in
Good consition.
-Carpet (South Half) A 15 13 Carpet in South Courtrooms, Jury Rooms and Judges areas is in Good condition.
-Carpet (North Half) B 15 10 Carpet in South Courtrooms, Jury Rooms and Judges areas is in Fair condition.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile in the restrooms in is Fair condition.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite Tile in Elevator Lobbies is in Excellent condition.
Walls -Vinyl Wall Covering B 20 15 Vinyl wall covering is in Fair condition throughout.
-Fabric Wall Covering
B 15 10 Fabric Wall covering in Courtrooms are in Fair condition.
-Paint C 15 3 Painted walls have general wear, nicks, scrapes. Patch and paint.
-Ceramic Tile B 40 28 Ceramic tile wainscot in the restrooms is in Fair condition.
-Restroom #686 D 40 28 Replace (2) broken tiles in the wainscot of this bathroom.
-Granite Tile A 100 100 Granite Tile walls in Lobby are in Excellent condition.
Ceilings -Ceiling Tiles B 30 17 Ceiling tiles throughout are in Fair condition.
-Paint C 15 3 Painted gypsum ceilings throughout are in Fair condition.
Doors -Wood Doors B 15 10 Wood Doors throughout are in Fair condition.
-Metal Doors B 15 10 Metal Doors throughout are in Fair condition.
Windows -Glazing System A 30 28 Glazing and Framing system has recently been recaulked.
-Blinds B 20 10 Window blinds are generally in Fair condition.
Lighting -North Courtrooms C 30 28 The light level in these courtrooms is deficient for tasks. Light levels should be 5o foot candles at desk surfaces. Provide an additional (10) light fixtures in each Courtroom.
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7th Level 1992 2002 22 District Courts
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Description Architectural Accessibility -Restrooms (Public) F * * Provide insul. on P-traps (10), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (2), Provide WC's in HC stall which are 19" high (2), Urinal is 29" wide, needs 30" (1). Counters at lav's are 35" high with 28" clear underneath. Remove existing counter and provide new counter with new shallower lav's at 34" AFF max. while maintaining 29" min. clear underneath (2). Code requires that HC lav's be located outside of HC stall. The lav. in the HC stall has no soap or paper towel dispensers. Provide new soap and paper towel dispensers or remove the lav's in the HC stall and patch and repair wall (2).
-Restrooms (Judges Chambers)
N/A * * (UFAS only requires these rooms be adaptable. In order to adapt them in the future the following issues must be addressed).
Provide insul. on P-traps (4), Relocate Grab bars to compliant location (4), Inadequate clearance in front of WC and Lav.. Move lav. to new location not directly in front of WC (4), Provide WC's which are 19" high (4).
-Restrooms (Jury) F * * Provide WC's which are 19" high (4), Relocate grab bars to compliant location (4), Provide insul. on P-traps (4).
-Restroom #769 N/A * * Not required to be accessible due to it's proximity to Room #781.
-Restroom #781 F * * Provide WC's which are 19" high (1), Relocate grab bars to compliant location (1), Provide insul. on P-traps (1).
-Restroom #799 N/A * * Not required to be accessible due to it's proximity to Room #7106.
-Restrooms #7106 F * * Provide WC's which are 19" high (1), Relocate grab bars to compliant location (1), Provide insul. on P-traps (1).
-Restrooms at Sallyports
F * * There are no HC provisions. At least one holding cell at each end should be modified to be accessible (Grab bars, Accessories, WC's and Lav's) (2).
-Countertops F * * Working Countertops in Judge's Chambers are at 36" high, lower to 34" max. (4), Sinks in Judges Chambers are turned sideways and provide no side approach or adequate knee space below.
Provide new smaller sinks to fit properly on countertop and modify base cabinet to provide 30" min. knee space with 29" min. clear underneath (4), Counters in Jury rooms are 36" high, sink is turned sideways. Provide new smaller sink to fit properly on countertop. Side approach is OK.
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Description -Courtrooms #740 &
F * * The Courtrooms have no lift or ramp at the witness stand / Judge's bench or the Jury box. The witness stand is 2 steps up, while the judge's bench is 4 steps up. The Jury box has 2 rows of chairs, the first row is up 1 step and the second row is up 2 steps. The Jury boxes are constructed on the opposite side of the courtroom from their entrance, and the defendant enters right by the Jury box. Remove and reconstruct Judge's bench / witness stand opposite hand and provide a lift similar to the 5th floor courts (2). Remove and reconstruct the Jury box on the opposite side of the courtroom with the front row of seats at floor level and large enough for 16 chairs (2). Relocate Audio / Visul equipment as necessary (2). The CRT is on an 8" platform, Lower the CRT to floor level and shorten the walls around it accoringly (2). The existing Attorney lecterns are too high and not adjustable. Replace lecterns with new adjustable lecterns (2).
The gates between the public seating and the main Court area are too narrow. Remove the gates and posts and patch and repair adjacent walls as necessary (4). The threshold from the Vestibule to the Courtroom is 3/4" high (should be 1/2" max.)
Pull the carpet back and provide slope in the floor to reduce the height and repair carpet (2).
-Courtrooms #750 & 780
F * * The Courtrooms have no lift or ramp at the witness stand / Judge's bench or the Jury box. The witness stand is 2 steps up, while the judge's bench is 4 steps up. The Jury box has 2 rows of chairs, the first row is up 1 step and the second row is up 2 steps. Remove the back wall of the witness stand and provide new gates to the witness stand and to the Judge's bench.
Provide a new lift behind the witness stand and relocate power and communication outlets as necessary. This is similar to the lifts at the 5th floor Courtrooms (2). Lower the front row of seating at the Jury box to floor level and shorten the wall in front of the seats accordingly (2). The CRT is on an 8" platform, Lower the CRT to floor level and shorten the walls around it accordingly (2). The existing Attorney lecterns are too high and not adjustable. Replace lecterns with new adjustable lecterns (2). The gates between the public seating and the main Court area are too narrow. Remove the gates and posts and patch and repair adjacent walls as necessary (2).
The threshold from the Vestibule to the Courtroom is 3/4" high (should be 1/2" max.) Pull the carpet back and provide slope in the floor to reduce the height and repair carpet (2).
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Description -Thresholds F * * There are stone thresholds in the doorways between the courtrooms and corridors, into the Judge's chambers, inside the Judge's chambers and into the Jury rooms which are 3/4" high.
These should be removed and replaced with 1/2" max.
thresholds, or removed entirely in the future as carpet gets replaced (28).
Life Safety F * * There are bookshelves in corridor #7125 and at the alcove opposite room #770 which reduce the required exit width and potentially present a hazard during an earthquake. Remove the bookshelves from the corridors. There is a copy machine and paper boxes in Corridor #7107 which reduce the required exit width which should be removed.
Signage/Wayfinding None of the rooms have signs that include braille. Replace all existing signs with new signs which have room numbers in raised letters and braille letters underneath. There are no exit signs in the Courtrooms. Provide lighted exit signs over the main doors, side exit door and the door behind and to the left of the Bench (12).
Floors -VCT B 15 12 VCT throughout - Fair Condition, No repairs necessary.
-Carpet (Corridors) A 15 13 Carpet in public corridors has been replaced recently and is in
Good condition.
-Carpet (Typical) A 15 13 Carpet in…
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