Community Development Department
Building Division
February 23, 2024
Re: International Swim Center
Hello Cynthia,
Thank you for inviting Building to assist in the assessment of the International Swim Center and if there is a possible way of a limited opening of the facility. Building is only one of several City stakeholders that should have an input into this decision.
Pool Area and Deck
Building would support the opening of the swimming lap pools and the associated pool deck areas with the following conditions;
1. All buildings, grandstands, dive tower and pool, and all other related areas are fenced off and closed to the public.
a. An access gate may be installed in said fence to allow for maintenance staff access to the pool equipment room, and similar areas, for regular maintenance.
2. Occupancy limited to a maximum of two hundred (200) persons or less. a. Maximum occupancy signage shall be posted in conspicuous locations as directed by the Fire Marshal and/or Building Official.
b. Directional signage for egress paths shall be posted in conspicuous locations as directed by the Fire Marshal and/or Building Official at regular intervals.
3. A minimum of two (2) egress paths shall be fully operational and open during pool hours. a. At least 50% of the provided egress paths shall be fully accessible.
4. Provide the requisite number of shower and bathroom facilities required by the California Plumbing Code (2022 CPC) based upon the posted maximum occupancy limits. Please coordinate with the Building Division to determine the number, type and location of these fixtures. These temporary fixtures shall meet all required accessibility provisions.
5. Health and Safety as well as Water quality provisions for the site are under the purview of the County of Santa Clara Environmental Health Department. There inspection and approval of the pool conditions are also required prior to the opening of the facility.
Community Development Department
Building Division
Existing Bathrooms and Storage Areas
Building would support the opening and use of the existing bathroom facilities, located on either side of the grandstand, that serves the “Bowling Green” and Public Park with the following conditions;
1. All potential falling debris hazards are removed from the areas directly above these locations.
Thank you,
Armand Lobao | Building Official
City of Santa Clara ~ Building Division
1500 Warburton Avenue | Santa Clara, CA 95050
Direct (408) 615-2401 | Fax (408) 241-3823
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