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end that technical, measurable building code deficiencies support the satisfaction of <br /> • the less technical Step 1, the following code requirements are defined in terms that go <br /> beyond the technical requirements of the code and demonstrate their relevance in <br /> terms of" . . . deficiencies in essential utilities and facilities, light and ventilation, etc. <br /> Uniform Building Code (UBC): The purpose of the UBC is to provide minimum <br /> standards to safeguard life or limb, health, property and public welfare by <br /> regulating and controlling the design, construction, quality of materials, use and <br /> occupancy, location and maintenance of all buildings and structures (UBC 101.2). <br /> A deficiency in the building code (insufficient number of building exits, <br /> insufficient door landing area, etc.) adversely affects one or more of the above <br /> standards to safeguard `life or limb . . .and public welfare'; therefore, a deficiency <br /> in the building code is considered a deficiency in one or more "essential utilities <br /> and facilities, light and ventilation, etc.". <br /> Minnesota Accessibility Code. Chapter 1341: This chapter sets the requirements <br /> for accessibility all building occupancies. The Minnesota Accessibility Code <br /> closely follows the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines <br /> (ADAAG), which sets the guidelines for accessibility to places of public <br /> accommodations and commercial facilities as required by the Americans with <br /> Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. The ADA is a federal anti-discrimination statute <br /> designed to remove barriers that prevent qualified individuals with disabilities <br /> • from enjoying the same opportunities that are available to persons without <br /> disabilities (ADA Handbook). Essentially, a deficiency in the accessibility code <br /> (lack of handrail extension at stairs or ramp, lack of clearance at a toilet fixture, <br /> etc.)results in a discrimination against disabled individuals; therefore, a <br /> deficiency in the accessibility code is considered a deficiency in "essential <br /> utilities and facilities". <br /> Minnesota Food Code, Chapter 4626: This chapter is enforced by the Minnesota <br /> Department of Health and is similar to the UBC in that it provides minimum <br /> standards to safeguard public health in areas of public/commercial food <br /> preparation. A deficiency in the food code (lack of non-absorbent wall or ceiling <br /> finishes, lack of hand sink, etc.)causes a condition for potential contamination of <br /> food; therefore, a deficiency in the food code is considered a deficiency in <br /> "essential utilities and facilities". <br /> National Electric Code (NEC): The purpose of the NEC is the practical <br /> safeguarding of persons and property from hazards arising from the use of <br /> electricity. The NEC contains provisions that are considered necessary for safety <br /> (NEC 90-1 (a) and (b)). A deficiency in the electric code (insufficient electrical <br /> service capacity, improper wiring, etc.) causes a hazard from the use of <br /> electricity; therefore, a deficiency in the electric code is considered a deficiency in <br /> "essential utilities and facilities". <br /> • <br /> 5 <br />