HomeMy WebLinkAbout888 Marsh 3 Inspection-Letter_04-09-2026_Redacted 2160 Santa Barbara Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone: (805) 783 - 7775 Fax: (805) 543 - 8019 Fire Department Email: FDGeneral@slocity.org
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Business / Occupant:DOWNTOWN CENTER CINEMAS
(OPS-POA)
Address:888 Marsh
Work Phone:805-546-8667
Contact Name:Sandborn, Bruce Email:
Date Completed:12/24/2025 Inspected By:Beres, Jason
Passed:No Violation Count:6
San Luis Obispo City Fire Inspection Report
Fire Department Information
Business / Occupant Information
Inspection Information
Thank you for your cooperation with San Luis Obispo City Fire in keeping your business and our community safe!
Correct the cited violation(s) by the "Reinspection Date" listed below to avoid further enforcement action including, but
not limited to, chargeable re-inspection and/or Administrative Citation. You may request a review of the cited violations by
the Department Director [Fire Chief ] within 5 days of report issuance if noted violations do not create an immediate danger
to health and safety (SLO M.C. 1.24.090).
If you have any questions, please contact our Inspection Line at 805/783-7775.
Inspection Notes:Note: Follow-up (third) inspection was conducted by SLOFD on 12/24/2025 in conjunction with City
permit No(s) BLDG-0312-2025 & BLDG-1099-2025.
Previous inspections were conducted by SLOFD on 08/01/2025 and 12/22/2025.
This inspection was requested by Daniel Leon (project manager) and Bruce Sandborn (business
owner) and was attended by City Building Department staff.
The following items were evaluated and were found to be corrected during this inspection:
1) Repair / replace manual pull stations for fire alarm system.
***Update: Manual pull station was found replaced and confirmed per prior phone conversation with
Alpha Fire staff on 12/24/2025. Fire alarm system found to be operational during inspection. ***
2) Replace painted fire sprinklers inside the hallway corridor.
*** Update: Painted fire sprinkler heads have been replaced. Visual inspection conducted for fire
sprinkler(s) and associated piping inside theatre No.7 post installation of new drop panel ceiling.
Unable to access fire sprinklers (x3) closest to theatre screen due to limited access. Additional
inspection is required for fire sprinklers and piping in this location prior to final inspection for
corresponding building permits.
Commercial fire sprinkler riser was inspected and found to be operational. ***
3) Repair or cap exposed electrical wiring inside theatre No. 7.
*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 1 of 13
*** Update: Electrical wiring has been covered and provided with an electrical outlet. Outlet
operation will be tested by City Building Department staff prior to final inspection for corresponding
building permits. ***
4)Repair emergency exit lighting inside theatre No. 7 and post occupant load signage.
***Update: Emergency exit signage has been repaired inside west exit. Unless exempt per stamped
building plans additional exit lighting is required for the east exit prior to final inspection for
corresponding building permits. ***
The following items were evaluated and were found to require additional corrective action:
5) Repair the fire rated wall in the hallway corridor
*** Update: Wallboard installation found to be in progress during inspection. Additional inspection of
wallboard installation is required prior to final inspection for corresponding building permits.
6) Repair / replace exit door for theatre No. 7.
*** Update: Door frame has been adjusted and will be subject to additional inspection by SLOFD /
City Building Department staff.
7) Submit CSFM flame retardant listing for all decorative materials (i.e. curtains and wall upholstery).
*** Update: Additional documentation has been submitted via email by Daniel Leon (project
manager) on 12/24/2025. This documentation will be reviewed by SLOFD and City Building
Department staff prior to conducting a final inspection for corresponding building permits. ***
Note: Per direction of SLOFD Fire Prevention staff issuance of a temporary certificate of occupancy
(TCO) is authorized pending approval of City Building Department staff.
TCO issuance is conditional upon correction of pending code violations and not to exceed 30 business
days.
Note: Due to additional inspection a third inspection fee of $233.81 will be issued for this property.
Upon receipt of invoice please coordinate payment with the City Finance Department.
Note: To request a final inspection for City Building Permit No(s) BLDG-0312-2025 & BLDG--1099-
2025, please contact the SLOFD Inspection Line (805) 783.7775.
*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 2 of 13
Violations
Code Description Comments
Reinspection
Date
Repaired
Date
603.2.
2
Open electrical terminations.
Open junction boxes and open-wiring
splices shall be prohibited. Approved
covers shall be provided for all switch
and electrical outlet boxes.
Electrical wiring for motor assembly
for reclining chairs in auditoriums 1
and 2 observed exposed for several
chairs. This is a repeated violation.
Place cover on all chairs with exposed
wiring by end of day. Send photo
documentation this has been
completed to inspector.
12/24/2025
603.6 Extension cords.
Extension cords shall not be a
substitute for permanent wiring and
shall be listed and labeled in
accordance with UL 817. Extension
cords shall not be affixed to
structures, extended through walls,
ceilings or floors, or under doors or
floor coverings, nor shall such cords be
subject to environmental damage or
physical impact. Extension cords shall
be used only with portable appliances.
Extension cords marked for indoor use
shall not be used outdoors.
Wine cooler in concession area
observed plugged into extension
cord. Plug appliance directly into
permanent outlet. Send
documentation to inspector by end of
day. Discontinue use of temporary
wiring in place of permanent wiring.
Note: Electrical wiring was found
exposed inside theatre No. 7 during
inspection. Business management is
directed to remove electrical wiring
or install a listed cover plate (CFC
603.2).
This item is required to be completed
prior to occupancy of theatre No.7.
01/13/2026 12/24/2025
09:15:00
901.4 Fire protection and life safety systems.
Fire protection and life safety systems
shall be installed, repaired, operated
and maintained in accordance with this
code and the California Building Code.
Auditorium 7 undergoing
renovations. Observed ceiling tiles
removed at screen end of auditorium.
Ceiling tiles supported pendant
sprinklers. Concrete ceiling observed
above t-bar. Replace ceiling tiles or
submit permit application through
the SLO City Building Department to
revise sprinkler protection in this
auditorium.
12/24/2025 12/24/2025
09:15:00
5004.
3
Ventilation.
Indoor storage areas and storage
buildings shall be provided with
mechanical exhaust ventilation or
natural ventilation where natural
ventilation can be shown to be
acceptable for the materials as stored.
Exceptions:
1.Storage areas for flammable solids
complying with Chapter 59.
2.Storage areas for medical gases
complying with Chapter 53.
Provide mechanical ventilation in
accordance with California
Mechanical Code or provide CO2
detection and audible visual alarm in
storage room containing liquid CO2
tank.
08/30/2025
*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 3 of 13
Code Description Comments
Reinspection
Date
Repaired
Date
3303.
1.1
Components of site safety plans.
Site safety
plans shall include the following as
applicable:
1.Name and contact information of
site safety director.
2.Documentation of the training of the
site safety
director and fire watch personnel.
3.Procedures for reporting
emergencies.
4.Fire department vehicle access
routes.
5. Location of fire protection
equipment, including
portable fire extinguishers,
standpipes, fire department
connections and fire hydrants.
6.Smoking and cooking policies,
designated areas to
be used where approved, and signage
locations in
accordance with Section 3305.8.
7.Location and safety considerations
for temporary
heating equipment.
8.Hot work permit plan.
9.Plans for control of combustible
waste material.
10.Locations and methods for storage
and use of flammable and combustible
liquids and other hazardous
materials.
11.Provisions for site security.
12.Changes that affect this plan.
13.Other site-specific information
required by the fire
code official.
Auditorium 7, under active
construction, observed accessible at
the former emergency exit (adjacent
to emergency exit from Auditorium
6). Secure access to auditorium 7
from the general public. Send photo
documentation this has been
completed to inspector by end of day.
See section 11 of CFC 3303.1.1.
12/22/2025 12/22/2025
09:45:00
701.6 Owner’s responsibility.
The owner shall maintain an inventory
of all required fire-resistance-rated
construction, construction installed to
resist the passage of smoke and the
construction included in Sections 703
through 707 and Sections 602.4.1 and
602.4.2 of the California Building
Code. Such construction shall be
visually inspected by the owner
annually and properly repaired,
restored or replaced where damaged,
altered, breached or penetrated.
Records of inspections and repairs
shall be maintained. Where concealed,
such elements shall not be required to
be visually inspected by the owner
unless the concealed space is
accessible by the removal or
movement of a panel, access door,
ceiling tile or similar movable entry to
the space.
Note: New exit configuration
completed for theatre No.7. Existing
exit coordinator has been removed
from service and covered with
wallboard.
Hallway corridor between theatre No.
6-7 will require additional wallboard
installation to maintain the required
fire rating for the corridor (CFC
701.6).
This item will require additional field
inspection by the City Building
Department prior to requesting a
final inspection for permit No(s)
BLDG-0312-2025 & BLDG--1099-2025.
01/13/2026
Inspection Documents
*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 4 of 13
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*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 5 of 13
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*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 6 of 13
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*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 7 of 13
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*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 8 of 13
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*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 9 of 13
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*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 10 of 13
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*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 11 of 13
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*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.Page 12 of 13
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Violation Documents
*Please note: If a third inspection is required due to non-compliance, a fire-inspection fee of $271 may be charged for that inspection, and
every inspection thereafter until compliance is obtained. Failure to comply may result in a misdemeanor citation and an appearance by
you in court.
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