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REV 6/30/21

HOUSTON PREMIUM OUTLETS

TENANT HANDBOOK

CONTENTS

GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION

• Project Fact Sheet

• Important Telephone Numbers

• Directions

TENANT CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION

• Tenant Improvement Construction Information

• Food Tenant Design Requirements / Exhibits

• Barricade Specification Sheet

• Helpful Hints regarding the Permit Process

• Food Tenant Plan Review Checklist & Food Safety Standards

To obtain a copy of the Tenant Handbook, Contractor Rules & Regulations, Storefront Criteria & Signage Criteria, please go to and follow the steps below:

• Click on the ‘BUSINESSES’ tab along the top right.

• Type the name of your property in the ‘Search by Property Name or Location’ search engine, and select from the drop down menu.

• This link will lead you to the Property Overview page.

• Scroll down, and look for the Tenant Info Package link along the right hand side. This link contains the Tenant Manual, Sign Criteria & Site Specific Manuals.

Houston Premium Outlets

Project Fact Sheet

Landlord: SIMON Premium Outlets

60 Columbia Road

Bldg. B, 3rd Floor

Morristown, NJ 07960

Phone: 973-228-6111

Project Address: Houston Premium Outlets

29300 Hempstead Road

Cypress, TX 77433

Phone: 281-304-1670

Phase 1: Suites 100-995

Phase 2: Suites 1000-1320

Houston Premium Outlets

Important Telephone Numbers and Websites

Harris County Public Infrastructure Department

Engineering Division (713) 316-3592

10555 Northwest Freeway FAX (713) 956-6276

Suite 100

Houston, Texas 77092

For Plan Review, Code Questions, Submittals and Applications:

Mike Roberson, Engineering Tech.1 Fire Code via email: mroberson@eng.

Commercial Development Permit Application

This is under the “Quick Docs & Forms” menu

Express Fire Code Review Sheet

This is under the “Quick Docs & Forms” menu

Harris County Fire Code Design and Compliance Review Sheet

This is under the “Quick Docs & Forms” menu

Application for Sign Permit

This is under the “Quick Docs & Forms” menu

Harris County Public Health & Environmental Services

2223 West Loop South, Suite 529 (713) 274-6409

Houston, TX 77027 FAX (713) 274-6375

For Plan Review, Code Questions, Submittals and Applications:

Terri Lynch, Food Establishment Specialist. TLYNCH@



Harris County Fire Marshall

Thomas Galindo (281) 436-8029

7701 Wilshire Place Thomas.Galindo@sno.

Houston, TX 77040

Houston Premium Outlets

Tenant Improvement Construction Information

All Tenants are required to provide Landlord with an electronic file for the plan review/ approval process. PDF files are preferred, and you can email these files directly to SimonPOTenantPlans@. Your tenant improvement drawings must be approved by Landlord prior to your commencing work. Please allow 5-10 working days for Landlord review.

PROPERTY ADDRESS

The address for Houston Premium Outlets is as follows:

Tenant Name/DBA

Houston Premium Outlets

29300 Hempstead Road, Suite #____

Cypress, Texas 77433

Please use your individual suite number for deliveries. DO NOT have deliveries of store supplies or your tenant improvement construction materials made prior to your store turnover date. A representative of your company must be onsite to receive any deliveries for your store. The Landlord cannot accept any deliveries for your store. No provision has been made for on-site storage until your suite is ready for turnover.

KNOX BOXES

Local jurisdiction requires keys to every suite be placed in Knox boxes. Please make certain you have an extra key(s) made to meet this requirement. NO waivers allowed!

ENERGY CALCULATIONS

For energy calculations, use ComCheck-EZ. A copy of the program may be found at: All four sections should be completed and submitted with plans. In some cases, if you are not revising any component of lighting or mechanical system, this requirement may be waived at discretion of local jurisdiction. However, you must provide a letter or proof concerning existing energy compliance.

Burglar Alarms / Perimeter Intrusion Security Devices

All such devices must be approved by the Landlord prior to installation, including application of "riot glass" or any type of film to doors and/or windows. No exterior alarms, strobe lights, or other enunciator devices may be mounted on storefronts. Due to potential interference with the Center's fire alarm system, "Smoke Cloak", or similar systems that generate smoke, are prohibited. Application of any decals to storefronts referencing Security protection must be done in compliance with Premium Outlet's Storefront Criteria.

CONTRACTORS

All tenant Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing subcontractors performing work within your store must be licensed in the State of Texas. These subcontractors must be licensed prior to selection! Licensing is a long process in Texas and the subs will not be able to get licensed by time of construction. Please make certain your contractor is aware of this requirement.

Contractors must provide Landlord with an original signed copy of the Construction Rules (see following) prior to turnover of a Tenant’s space. The tenant contractor obtaining the tenant improvement permit is the contractor responsible for submitting all required information and certificates of insurance to the Landlord. No contractor will be allowed access to start any work without having full approval of the Landlord, which includes satisfying all the insurance requirements.

Due to the structural engineering design of the roof system, Tenants and/or their contractors cannot attach to or construct anything on the bottom of the roof trusses unless approved by Landlord. If a structural engineer is needed to determine any structural calculations with Tenant drawings, Tenant is responsible for these services and costs.

Tenant Ceilings: All ceiling mounted fixtures, lighting, track, signs, etc. must be self-supporting, and may NOT be toggled to or supported in anyway by the ceiling system.

If a barricade is required it must conform to the Premium Outlet’s Barricade Specification. See Barricade Specification sheet on the next page.

STRUCTURE CHANGES

Tenants are to submit preliminary design drawings ONLY and should not commence work on drawings until the design is approved by Landlord

CUTTING, WELDING AND GRINDING ACTIVITIES

Welding and cutting is not permitted near large quantities of exposed, readily ignitable materials, in areas not authorized by Center Management, or on metal partitions, walls or roofs with combustible covering or with combustible construction.

CLEAN-OUTS

Some tenant suites have furred out columns with access panels to an existing roof drain clean out.  Access panels, whether in front or rear of space, are to remain clear of all obstructions. 

Some tenant suites have clean outs for floor drains. These are not to be covered and are to remain clear of all obstructions.

ASBESTOS!!

The local City, County, State of Texas or other local jurisdiction may require incoming Tenants to provide an asbestos survey as part of Tenant’s building permit submittal package. As this asbestos survey would be a requirement for Tenant to obtain its TI permit, said survey is Tenant’s responsibility. Tenant should contact Tenant Manager immediately if any asbestos material is discovered during its survey.

EQUIPMENT

Landlord strongly prefers the use of ENERGY STAR products and/or equipment whenever possible during Tenant design & build out, which can reduce energy consumption. For additional information, please visit: products

Houston Premium Outlets

Food Tenant Design Requirements

Below are the minumum design requirements that must be used by ALL Food and Food Court Tenants for all kitchen prep areas.

This requirement is to prevent any mositure or dampness penetrating the demising wall(s) that can lead to damage to the food space and/or adjoining spaces.

Demising and/or concrete walls:

1. Demising walls must be moisture resistant gypsum board w/ Sporgard™ (National Gypsum) on metal studs. Other wall options acceptable by landlord would be Hardibacker prior to installing wall finishes or Ultracode drywall, by USG.

All concrete walls, rear or demising, must be furred out with the above specs, no exceptions.

2. Install water proof membrane a minumum of 24” above floor.

3. FRP applied to all walls to a minumum height or 48” above wall base tile, and caulked with a silicone sealant.

4. Metal or PVC corner guard must be applied to all corners and caulked with a silicone sealant.

Flooring area:

1. Floor tile and flooring base installed must be sealed. This application should be re-applied semi-annually.

2. Floor drains must be installed in any food preparation area that require cleaning methods of hosing or washing walls. It is the tenant responsibility to make certain that all flooring is sloped for proper drainage to the floor drain(s).

3. Tile/Grout: Must have Durock and /or equal applied to studs.

Food Court Exhibits/Requirements

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Houston Premium Outlets

Barricade Specifications

1” x 4” Molding along Exterior, Finished T III Board, 4” on center

top, bottom & corners

Painted White by Tenant/GC

Existing Grade Level Surface

Barricades must be erected if there is any construction that goes beyond or on the front wall of the tenant space. These barricades must be painted with three (3) coats of white paint. Tenant contractor must maintain a safe environment for customers and employees during construction period. All work areas must be inaccessible or blocked off from customer/employee flow.

Barricade Construction Notes:

1 No openings are permitted.

2. All supporting must be concealed behind the barricade

3. Placement & design must be approved in writing by LL PRIOR to installation.

4. Signage: 2mm black PVC, 2’x4’ with white optima bold lettering.

Houston Premium Outlets

Tenant Improvement Construction Information

SLAB WORK

All work must be coordinated with and approved by the Tenant Manager. All slab sawcutting or penetrations require that replacement slab be installed with doweling and reinforced concrete. See Tenant Manager for detail. In some suites, sawcutting is not allowed because it will interfere with the structural integrity of the building.

Tenant and Tenant flooring contractors are responsible for the determination of compatibility of flooring products and/or adhesive with Landlord's concrete slab. Landlord does not accept responsibility and will not be liable for water vapor emissions through the slab that exceed flooring manufacturer's recommendations or are due to the effects of sawcutting. The Tenant/Tenant’s general contractor is responsible to ensure that there are no underground utilities/services BEFORE cutting any concrete, anywhere on the property. The Tenant will be liable for all repairs and/or lost business due to a utility or service interruption as a result of cutting the slab.

UTILITIES AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

Tenants are to order their utility services (gas and telephone) to begin on their turnover date or their construction start date, whichever is the earlier. Please make sure you make application early!! Your Contractor will not be allowed to take possession of suite without proof of all utility turnovers. See utility company listing in this handbook.

If permanent power is not installed prior to start of Tenant improvement construction, Tenant’s electrical contractor shall be responsible to provide temporary power and lighting for the Demised Premises, per code, with ground fault protection.

Upon completion of the permanent system of electrical power furnished by the Landlord, Tenant’s contractor may utilize the permanent power from the Tenant’s panel board. Electrical usage charges are the responsibility of the Tenant starting on the day the keys are picked up or their turn over date in the lease, which ever is earlier.

Temporary Tenants that will be in possession of their suite for less than a year are not required to change utilities over to their name, this includes gas and electric only.

HVAC - All HVAC units are electric. No gas is used for HVAC.

All Tenants must provide regular maintenance of their HVAC system. Each Tenant is to provide a copy of their maintenance contract to the General Manager within one (1) month of their turnover date. Tenant/Tenant contractors must provide proof of balancing the HVAC system. They must turn this in to the General Manager with their maintenance contract.

Relocation of thermostat controls shall be at the Tenant’s expense and any repairs or failed installations resulting from incomplete or inadequate relocation shall be the Tenant’s responsibility.

Protection for the HVAC unit(s) (construction filter) must be in place prior to the start of Tenant’s construction. The HVAC unit must also be cleaned when tenant construction is complete. This is the responsibility of the Tenant, NOT the Landlord. If painting ceiling and/or sanding drywall, HVAC unit must be off – not running.

ROOF

The required roofing contractor for this project is (Phase 1 & 2) Nations Roof South, Doug Ingle, (678) 279-2466.Any penetrations through the roof must be coordinated, performed and sealed by them.

Any additional roof items, such as satellite dishes, may have additional roof requirements. Contact Center Management for requirements on additional roof items.

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Type “ABC” all-purpose chemical minimum 5lb fire extinguisher in accordance to latest addition of NFPA 10 for sprinkler building. Larger stores may require more. Verify locations with Fire Marshall prior to installations.

SPRINKLERS

It is the Tenant’s responsibility when making changes to the fire sprinkler system; even if it is just one head, the Tenant MUST contact the required sprinkler contractor for this project. Submit your plans, CONCURRENTLY with building permit submittal, on AutoCAD (version 14 or higher) to the attention of one of the required contractors. After you sign a purchase order or contract, they will engineer the sprinklers changes as required by your design and obtain the necessary permits from the Fire Department. They will need your permit number in order to submit your sprinkler drawings for permit. You must forward your permit number to them as soon as you receive it!

In addition, Tenant is required to submit required Sprinkler package to Global Risk Consultants, a requirement by our insurance carrier. This will also protect the integrity of the sprinkler system over time. The review fee will be paid by the tenant. If there are any recommendations by GRC, the tenant must comply. The tenant must adhere to this procedure in order to open.

You must ensure that you send your sprinkler plans to GRC to review. The detailed specifications are below:

You must send: 4 copies of sprinkler shop drawings

4 copies of hydraulic calcs

1 copy of catalog cut sheets for materials being used (sprinklers, fittings, pipe, valves etc.)

Occupancy details - needed to ensure adequate protection: the occupancy details should include, but not be limited too, stored materials, storage height, storage arrangement (shelves, racks, mobile storage units), processes present, etc.

Send plans to: Michelle Czarnecki

Global Risk Consultants

6122 King's Way

Saugatuck, MI 49453

(269)857-8198

michelle.czarnecki@

FIRE ALARM MONITORING SYSTEM

If tenant is adding additional RTUs, it will be the tenant’s responsibility and expense to contact the required contractor for this project, (Phase 1 and 2) MCS Fire & Security, T: 832.327.7070, for the installation of smoke detectors. If tenant is relocating any exit door, it will also be the tenant’s responsibility and expense to contact Fire Safe for the relocation of the devices. If additional devices are required per the Fire Marshall the tenant will be responsible for the materials and installation of these devices. They will need your permit number in order to submit your fire alarm drawings for permit. You must forward your permit number to them as soon as you receive it!

CONSTRUCTION TRASH

Tenant is required to use Waste Management. Please contact site management regarding placement prior to beginning work.

Helpful Hints

Applicable Building Codes are as follows:

The International Building Code (IBC), 2006 edition, applicable Chapters 1-10

The International Fire Code (IFC), 2006 edition

The International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2006 edition

The International Plumbing Code (PC), 2006 edition

The International Electrical Code (IEC), 2006 edition

Americans with Disabilities Act, Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG)

State of Texas Accessibility code

State of Texas Energy code

State of Texas Food Establishment rules (tdh.state.tx.us/bfds)

Food Service Equipment to be: NSF (National Sanitation Foundation) Approved

Plan Submittal and Permit Process

FEDEX DRAWINGS AND PERMIT APPLICATION TO:

Harris County Public Infrastructure Department

Attn: Fire Code Group

10555 Northwest Freeway

Suite 100

Houston, TX 77092

Architect Information:

Please have your State of Texas licensed architect research all codes. Confirm requirements! Please ensure your architect complies.

First step: You MUST submit to TDLR!

DRAWINGS

1. If the total construction cost exceeds $50,000 (excluding fixtures and merchandise), two sets of signed sealed, and dated drawings must be submitted for Texas Department of License and Regulation (TDLR) ADA review. The shell drawings were submitted to American Construction Investigations, Ltd. For TDLR review. It is suggested that they be used for your TDLR review as they are familiar with the project.

American Construction Investigations, Ltd.

Attn: Jeromy Murphy, RAS #489

602 Sawyer St., Suite 200

Houston, TX 77007

(713) 979-0853

jmurphy@

You must obtain a TDLR number and proof of submittal from the TDLR service provider.

Projects costing less than $50,000 are not required to be reviewed, inspected or filed with the state. However, American Construction Investigations, Ltd. will make these services available if desired by the Tenant.

Second step: once you have received your TDLR Number and proof of submittal, if required, you can proceed with filing for your building permit.

2. Harris County Permit Regulations require that new Commercial lease spaces obtain a “Commercial Development, Lease Space Build-out Permit.” Lease Space Build-outs are subject to plan review and inspection under the Harris County Fire Code (2006). There are two types of reviews:

a. Express Fire Code Review and Certificate of Compliance Inspection: Suites that are Type M (Mercantile) of 3,000 square feet or less ONLY.

b. Full Fire Code Review: ALL other tenants that do not qualify for an Express Fire Code Review.

3. You must provide Energy Calculations as mandated by Senate Bill 5. Energy calculations are to be completed using ComCheck: .

EXPRESS FIRE CODE REVIEW and INSPECTION

4. Tenants that are eligible for an Express Fire Code Review must be Type M – Mercantile and 3,000sf or less. You must complete/submit the following steps/forms.

a. A completed and signed Commercial Development Permit Application (this can be found at the back of this handbook or on the County website).

b. A site plan indicating the location of your suite

c. A dimensioned floor plan including the overall square footage of your suite. Your floor plan needs to include the locations of exit doors, exit signs, emergency lighting, location of interior rooms and doors, any fire protection systems, fire extinguisher locations, etc.

d. A completed and signed Express Fire Code Review Sheet (this can also be found at the back of this handbook or on the County website).

e. To expedite the permit the process, include the shell building Permit and Property Tax/H.C.A.D. Account Number. Each building has its own shell permit number and there are two account numbers. See the list on the following page to find the shell permit number that corresponds to your building.

f. The Harris County Design and Compliance Review Sheet is NOT required with Express Review.

g. THE HARRIS COUNTY BUILDING OFFICIAL MAY, AT HIS DISCRETION, REQUIRE A FULL FIRE CODE REVIEW FOR ANY PROJECT SUBMITTED REGARDLESS OF SIZE OR CLASSIFICATION!!

FULL FIRE CODE REVIEW and INSPECTION

5. Tenants that are not eligible for an Express Fire Code Review must submit for a Full Fire Code Review and Inspection. You must complete/submit the following steps/forms.

a. A Fire Lane Layout Plan, including available fire hydrants Two (2) complete sets of architectural drawings, signed and sealed by an Architect or Engineer licensed in the State of Texas.

b. A completed Harris County Fire Code Design and Compliance Review Sheet (this can be found on the County website), signed and sealed by an Architect or Engineer licensed in the State of Texas.

c. A site plan indicating the location of your suite

d. A completed and signed Commercial Development Permit Application (this can be found at the back of this handbook or on the County website).

e. The Certificate of Compliance Inspection for Full Fire Code Review MUST be requested by the design professional associated with the project after they have inspected the project and approved it as built to their specifications. A completed Request for Final Inspection form signed and sealed by the licensed Architect or Engineer should be faxed to 713.437.5830. This inspection may not be requested by phone!!! This form can be found on the County website. There are drop down menus to help you partially fill out the application prior to printing.

PERMIT TIME

6. The permit process can take up to 4 weeks depending on completeness of your architect’s information. Many plans will not get a permit on the first review. Re-submittals can take up to another week. Be prepared and get your plans in EARLY! When several tenant improvement plans come in for review at the same time, the review process may take longer.

7. When permit is ready to be picked up, a phone call will be placed to the contact person listed on the permit application.

Shell Building Permit Numbers

Phase 1

Building 1: 1-0307826-1

Building 2: 1-0307823-4

Building 3: 1-0307825-9

Building 4: 1-0307828-6

Building 5: 1-0307827-4

Building 6: 1-0307824-7

Building 7: 1-0307829-8

Building 8: 1-0307830-6

Building 9: 1-0307831-9

Phase 2

Building 10: 1-0366972-4

Building 11: 1-0366973-6

Building 12: 1-0366974-9

Building 13: 1-0367782-8

Shell Property Tax Account Numbers/H.C.A.D. Account Numbers

Phase 1

041-072-000-0053

041-072-000-0057

Phase 2

EIN# 20-3984928

Legal Description

“Restricted Reserve A of the Houston Premium Outlets Replat No. 1”

Helpful Hints

TDLR Submittal - 1st step

1. Contact American Construction Investigations or apply for TDLR number online at:

2. Review and inspection fee must be paid at the time of submittal

3. Submit all required paperwork

a. Registration Form (or Project Registration Confirmation Page if registered online)

b. Full payment for review and inspection fees

c. Two complete sets of plans –These plans must be signed, sealed, and dated copies and match what you plan to submit to Building Department.

4. Include the valuation of the work – permit fee is based on this amount

5. Inspections must be obtained after construction is complete and center is open. Coordinate with Center Management.

Review time may take up to 4 weeks after receipt of plans and fee.

Permit Application Submittal - 2nd step

1. Fill out Commercial Development Permit Application as completely as possible – VERY IMPORTANT: include building number and suite number

2. Permit fee must be paid when picking up the permit

3. Submit all required paperwork

a. Permit Application

b. Energy Calculations

c. Complete sets of plans Sealed

d. Proof of submittal from TDLR

4. Include the valuation of the work – permit fee is based on this amount

Minimum Information to be Included on Plans

• All drawings are to be of sufficiently large scale so as to be easily readable. Show scale and North arrow.

• Cover sheet showing location of Tenant Improvement within the complex, Name of Tenant, size of suite, suite number, statements that address whether or not the Tenant has modified the Lighting, Fire Sprinklers or HVAC.

• Reflected ceiling plan indicating height, lighting and HVAC.

• Name of every room, closet, office specifying its use.

• Entry and exit doors; wall, floor and ceiling finishes.

• Display racks over 6’ high. Non-permanent display racks less than 6’ in height should be specified as such if shown.

• Dressing rooms, counters, aisles should meet Texas State Accessibility code.

• Fire Extinguishers.

• Energy Calculations

• If HVAC or lighting is revised beyond relocating lights or diffusers, mechanical and electrical plans should be provided, signed and sealed by State of Texas licensed engineers.

Signage

All signage (each and every sign) needs to be submitted for permit, at which time Harris County will make a determination as to whether or not a permit is required. An “Application for Sign Permit” and a checklist of information can be found in the back of this Handbook or on the County website ().

If you have multiple signs that are being installed, each individual sign must be submitted separately! You will also need to include the legal description of the project, the corresponding tenant building permit number and a site plan. The site plan can be found on our I-channel.

Legal Description:

“Restricted Reserve A of the Houston Premium Outlets Replat No. 1”

Signage shop drawings must be submitted to Simon Property Group.

All sign contractors must be licensed with the State of Texas.

FOOD TENANT PLANS

Food Tenants

Please read the previous pages for important information before preparing your tenant improvement plans for plan review.

If you prepare and/or serve food, your plans must be submitted to the Harris County Public Health & Environmental Services for a Health review.

If you prepare and/or serve product samples, you will still need to submit for a health review. You will be required to provide a 3 compartment sink, mop sink, restroom and a refrigerator. You must clearly show the locations of these items on your drawings.

Every suite does not have direct access to one of the two main grease waste lines. If your suite does not have direct access, it is the Tenant’s responsibility and expense to provide, install and maintain a grease interceptor. An example of an interceptor that has been approved by the applicable water district (MUD 358) can be found at the back of this Handbook. MUD 358 will require that you use a similar type interceptor. It is the Tenant’s responsibility to calculate the size of the interceptor that will be required.

Food Court Turnover

Health District – The Health Department is independent from the Building Department, it is not all inclusive. If you have any questions or comments please contact Ruben Martinez, his email is rmartinez@ and his phone number is 713.439.6283.

Plans – Three (3) sets of all tenant plans must be signed and sealed by a State of Texas licensed architect and engineer. Please have your architect/engineer verify all current codes. Plans and specifications should include but not limited too: the proposed layout, arrangements, mechanical plans, construction materials of work areas, room finish schedule and the type and mode of proposed fixed equipment and facilities.

Review and Inspection Process:

Plan reviews are held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:00am – 11:30am. Call to set up an appointment and walk in your plans so they can be reviewed with:

Terri Lynch

Harris County Public Health & Environmental Services – Permits & Technical Services Section

2223 West Loop South, Suite 529

Houston, Texas 77027

Once your plans are approved, each sheet of each set will be stamped by the Harris County Public Health & Environmental Services (HCPHES). They will keep one set and you must take the other two.

One of the remaining sets must be kept in the field with your contractor at all times!

The other set must be delivered to the Harris County Public Infrastructure Department for their review to get a building permit. They will NOT review your drawings unless they have been stamped by HCPHES. Once approved, they will issue a building permit.

Prior to receiving your health inspection, you must have MUD 358 complete and sign the Water Utility Service Agreement (this can be found at the back of this Handbook). Once signed, this form must be submitted to the Harris County Public Health & Environment Services, Environmental Public Health Division.

Once your work is completed, you will need to have a fire inspection to receive a “Certificate of Compliance.” Once you have received this and all other forms have been completed, you can submit a Pre-Opening Checklist (this can be found at the back of this Handbook) to HCPHES to schedule a “Pre-Opening Inspection.” You will then be permitted to open after you pass the HCPHES inspection.

Requirements for Food Establishments

1. Floors: The floors of all food preparation, food storage, utensil washing areas, dressing rooms and vestibules shall be constructed of smooth, durable materials. Floor drains shall be provided in floors that are water flushed for cleaning, or in areas where pressure spray methods of cleaning equipment are used. Such floors shall be constructed only of sealed concrete, terrazzo, ceramic tile or similar materials and shall be graded to drain. In all new or remodeled establishments where water flush cleaning methods are used, the junctures between walls and floors shall be covered and sealed. In all new or remodeled establishments, installation of exposed utility lines and pipes on the floor is prohibited.

2. Walls and Ceilings: The walls and ceilings of food preparation areas, food storage areas, equipment and utensil washing areas, toilet rooms and vestibules shall be light colored, smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable. Studs, joists and rafters shall not be exposed in those areas listed above. Utility service lines and pipes shall not be exposed on walls or ceilings in those areas listed above.

3. Toilets: Toilet facilities shall be conveniently located and shall be accessible to employees at all times. Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall have tight fitting, self-closing, solid doors.

a. Food Court Tenants Only: Since toilet rooms are not provided for your suites, you must show that the public has direct access to the public toilet facility, located in the corridor behind your suites, from the Food Court. This can be shown by using Sheet A109.1B of the shell drawings.

4. Lavatories: Lavatories shall be located to permit convenient use by all employees in food preparation areas and utensil washing areas. Lavatories shall be accessible to employees at all times. Lavatories shall also be located in toilet rooms (excluding Food Court tenants) or vestibules. Each lavatory shall be provided with hot or cold water tempered by means of mixing value or combination faucet.

5. Cleaning and Sanitization: A three-compartment sink shall be used if washing, rinsing, and sanitization of equipment or utensils is done manually. Sinks shall be large enough to permit the complete immersion of the utensils and equipment. Drainboards of adequate size shall be provided. Cleaning and sanitization may be done by spray type or immersion dishwashing machines. Drainboards shall be provided and be of adequate size.

6. Plumbing: The potable water system shall be installed to preclude the possibility of backflow. A hose shall not be attached to a faucet unless a backflow prevention device is installed. Grease traps shall be located to be easily accessible for cleaning and the water district operator shall approve the installation.

7. Equipment: Equipment shall be located in a way that facilitates cleaning the establishment and prevents food contamination. Floor mounted equipment, unless readily movable, shall be: sealed to the floor; or installed on a raised platform of concrete; or elevated on legs to provide at least a six inch clearance between floor and equipment. Unless sufficient space is provided for easy cleaning between and behind each unit of floor mounted equipment, the space between it and adjoining equipment units and between it and adjacent walls shall be closed or, if exposed to seepage, the equipment shall be sealed to the adjoining equipment or adjacent walls. Aisles and working spaces between units of equipment and walls shall be unobstructed and of sufficient width to permit employees to perform their duties readily without contamination of food or food contact surfaces by clothing or personal contact.

8. Utility Facilities: In new or remodeled establishments at least one utility sink (mop sink) or curbed cleaning facility with a floor drain shall be provided and used for the cleaning of mops or similar we floor cleaning tools.

9. Ventilation: All rooms shall have sufficient ventilation to keep them free of excessive heat, odors, smoke, and fumes. In all new or remodeled establishments, all rooms from which obnoxious odors, vapors or fumes originate shall be mechanically vented to the outside. When such a ventilation may result in the deposition of particulate matter or liquids within the ventilation system, ventilation hoods and ventilation equipment shall be equipped with effective, easily removable, easily cleanable filters.

10. Lighting: At least 50 foot-candles of light shall be provided at all working surfaces and at least 30 foot-candles shall be provided to the surfaces and equipment in food preparation, utensil washing and handwashing areas, and in toilet rooms. At least 20 foot-candles at a distance of 30 inches from the floor shall be provided in all other areas. Protective shielding shall be provided for all artificial lighting fixtures located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service and display facilities and facilities where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored.

11. Garbage: Garbage and refuse containers, dumpsters and compactor systems shall be stored on or above a smooth surface of nonabsorbent materials, such as concrete or machine laid asphalt.

12. Insect and Rodent Control: Openings to the outside shall be effectively protected against the entrance of insects by tight-fitting, self-closing doors, closed windows, screening, controlled air currents or other means.

13. Poisonous or Toxic Materials: Each of the three categories of poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored and located to be physically separated from each other. All poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored in cabinets or in similar physically separated compartments or facilities used for no other purpose. To preclude potential contamination, poisonous or toxic materials shall not be stored above food, equipment, utensils or single service articles.

Harris County

Harris County Public Health & Environmental Services will be reviewing all MEP items in plan review and in inspections. Please make certain you have all plans fully labeled and all items complete prior to inspections.

Codes - The applicable codes are as follows:

The International Building Code (IBC), 2006 edition, applicable Chapters 1-10

The International Fire Code (IFC), 2006 edition

The International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2006 edition

The International Plumbing Code (PC), 2006 edition

The International Electrical Code (IEC), 2006 edition

Americans with Disabilities Act, Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG)

State of Texas Accessibility code

State of Texas Energy code

State of Texas Food Establishment rules (tdh.state.tx.us/bfds)

Food Service Equipment to be: NSF (National Sanitation Foundation) Approved

Slab Details: Tenant/Tenant contractor shall be responsible for placing 4,000 psi non-air entrained concrete with maximum .44 water/cement ratio and for providing 15-mil Stego under slab vapor retarder. Concrete shall be reinforced with synthetic fibers at a rate of 1.5 lbs./cy. Tenant is responsible for repairing any punctures and penetrations in the under slab vapor retarding membrane per manufacturer’s instructions.

Permits – Final plan review could take up to 4 weeks to be completed.

Landlord will require four bond sets of prints and an electronic file for the Landlord plan/review approval process. The Landlord must approve tenant plans, color & material boards, and equipment specification package prior to the start of Tenant construction.

Items needed on plans from architect / Design Company:

1. The following drawings and information will be needed for Health review:

a. 2-D drawings (looking down) showing:

i. food preparation areas

ii. food storage areas

iii. all sinks

iv. dishwashing areas

v. food service equipment

b. Elevation drawings (standing in front of equipment); especially for food shields.

c. Equipment Schedules

d. Floor, wall, ceiling finishes

e. Floor/wall junctures and coving specs

2. Initial review time may take up to 4-6 weeks. Architect /owner will be contacted with any questions, and then provide a written letter of approval for plans.

It is the facility owner and/or operator’s responsibility to confirm all requirements with the Building Department.

Items to be aware of:

• Food service equipment must be able to maintain all required temperatures, cold (41 F) or hot (140F).

• Floor drains and floor sinks to be flush with surrounding tile or flooring surfaces.

• A cleanable surface tile or ceiling is required over all food preparation areas.

• Lighting above all food preparation areas to be shielded.

• A mop sink is required with nonabsorbent walls.

• Door sweep/weather stripping will be required at all doors for pest control. No light may show between threshold and door. Door sweeps must be of professional quality and on the interior side of door unless required otherwise by local jurisdiction.

• In designing your suite, take into account any special sealant requirements that may occur between equipment and surfaces.

• Provide a location for employees to store personal items, either lockers or a designated shelf, away from food preparation areas.

• All systems must be operational prior to final inspections for Health, Fire, and final inspections.

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8’

4’ x 2’

Tenant Brand/Logo

Opening Soon

or Open Date

(Panel provided and installed by Tenant)

4’ x 2’

Tenant Brand/Logo

Opening Soon

or Open Date

(Panel provided and installed by Tenant)

4’ x 2’

Tenant Brand/Logo

Opening Soon

or Open Date

(Panel provided and installed by Tenant)

3’

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