Imposition of the rule would result in an undue hardship (unusual difficulty) because of major operational problems in the use of the building or structure. Imposition of the rule would result in an undue hardship (unusual difficulty) because of physical limitations of the construction site or its utility services. Revised evaluation parameters in the more current edition of ASCE 7 indicate compliance as Seismic Design Category A. See the attached letter and analysis from the structural and geotech engineer. A similar variance has been granted in the past (20-01-60).ĭEMONSTRATION OF UNDUE HARDSHIP OR HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT STRUCTURE: Explain why alternative actions would be adequate (be specific). The project consists of an expansion to an existing hospital. The addition will be a 3 story steel framed structure over a partial basement.ĭEMONSTRATION THAT PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELFARE ARE PROTECTED:ġ=Non-compliance with the rule will not be adverse to the public health, safety or weĢ= Applicant will undertake alternative actions in lieu of compliance with the rule to ensure that granting of the variance will not be adverse to public health, safety, or welfare.
ASCE 7 as Seismic Design Category A in lieu of the currently adopted by reference 2010 Edition of ASCE 7, which would classify the structure as Seismic Design Category C.
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