Requires application, scale plan/drawing, and fee.

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The shelter would be labeled as Rooming and Lodging Occupancy per NFPA and shall not have more than 16 patrons not to include the required staff member(s).

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If there is no fire sprinkler system, areas designated for sleeping require an exit door directly to the outside. A fire watch must be in place at all times when occupied.

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If there is a fire sprinkler system, they can choose to meet the current NFPA Life Safety Code. Which means patrons can sleep just about anywhere.

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Temporary/battery operated smoke detectors shall be located in the sleeping area as well as immediately outside the sleeping area. If there is a fire alarm system, smoke detection can be added but is not required.

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The building shall be occupied by another occupancy before a temporary use will be allowed. Vacant buildings wishing to be used shall meet the requirements of the current DSFPRs and NFPA Codes and Standards.