Occupancy permit - no decision 'til late week

[DarkenAngel]

CBC is reporting that there will be no decision made about the partial occupancy permit until late in the week.

It seems that we all get to wait until the 11th hour to plan for our long weekends. Thanks ONSS! So appreciated...

@"CBC Article"

There are key elements of the new Tim Hortons Field stadium that are still in the way of it getting an occupancy permit, city building officials say. And it could be the end of the week before there’s a verdict on whether it’ll be ready for the Labour Day Classic.

Stadium builders applied for an occupancy permit last Tuesday, a process that usually takes five business days, said Ed VanderWindt, the city’s director of building services.

But it’s taking longer than that because there are key safety elements, such as handrails, sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems, that aren’t finished. Building officials are on site every day, approving elements as they’re completed, trying to go as fast as possible, he said.

“We’re doing all we can to expedite whatever approvals are required,? VanderWindt said.

Some elements still require several steps to complete. For example, a sprinkler system is required for an occupancy permit, but an engineer has to verify the system before city inspectors sign off on it, he said. And the sprinkler system isn't finished yet.

The Tiger-Cats still plan to hold their Labour Day Classic in the new stadium on Labour Day, said president Glenn Gibson on Monday morning. There are contingency plans, but he’s not saying what they are.

“It’s all subject to a city inspection,? he said. “That hasn’t changed from last week.?

Infrastructure Ontario has hired Ontario Sports Solutions to build the $145-million, 22,500-seat stadium, but several opening dates have been missed.

Originally, it was due to open on June 30. But that was changed to the end of July. The new target is Labour Day.

The Labour Day Classic is an annual CFL tradition. The Tiger-Cats are due to play the Toronto Argos.

Source:

[url=http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/news/key-parts-of-hamilton-s-new-stadium-still-not-ready-for-labour-day-1.2746099]http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/ ... -1.2746099[/url]

[2EZ4ThaCats]

@"DarkenAngel"

CBC is reporting that there will be no decision made about the partial occupancy permit until late in the week.

It seems that we all get to wait until the 11th hour to plan for our long weekends. Thanks ONSS! So appreciated...

@"CBC Article"

There are key elements of the new Tim Hortons Field stadium that are still in the way of it getting an occupancy permit, city building officials say. And it could be the end of the week before there’s a verdict on whether it’ll be ready for the Labour Day Classic.

Stadium builders applied for an occupancy permit last Tuesday, a process that usually takes five business days, said Ed VanderWindt, the city’s director of building services.

But it’s taking longer than that because there are key safety elements, such as handrails, sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems, that aren’t finished. Building officials are on site every day, approving elements as they’re completed, trying to go as fast as possible, he said.

“We’re doing all we can to expedite whatever approvals are required,? VanderWindt said.

Some elements still require several steps to complete. For example, a sprinkler system is required for an occupancy permit, but an engineer has to verify the system before city inspectors sign off on it, he said. And the sprinkler system isn't finished yet.

The Tiger-Cats still plan to hold their Labour Day Classic in the new stadium on Labour Day, said president Glenn Gibson on Monday morning. There are contingency plans, but he’s not saying what they are.

“It’s all subject to a city inspection,? he said. “That hasn’t changed from last week.?

Infrastructure Ontario has hired Ontario Sports Solutions to build the $145-million, 22,500-seat stadium, but several opening dates have been missed.

Originally, it was due to open on June 30. But that was changed to the end of July. The new target is Labour Day.

The Labour Day Classic is an annual CFL tradition. The Tiger-Cats are due to play the Toronto Argos.

Source:

[url=http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/news/key-parts-of-hamilton-s-new-stadium-still-not-ready-for-labour-day-1.2746099]http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/ ... -1.2746099[/url]

How can they wait so long? This is the crap that is making me so mad, just come out and say the stadium won't be ready so everyone can get on with their lives. Sick of the boy who cried wolf scenario.

[Tipper]

8) If the TiCats and the CFL are smart, they will go ahead and make plans now to play the game at Rogers Centre on

  Tuesday, as the rumours are suggesting. 

   Enough of this nonsence, about THF, may or may not be ready !!   <!-- s:roll: -->:roll:<!-- s:roll: -->

    Enough is enough !!

[anotherdork]

Didn’t they say a decision wouldnt be made until last minute two weeks ago ? This isnt news.

[DarkenAngel]

@"anotherdork"

Didn't they say a decision wouldnt be made until last minute two weeks ago ? This isnt news.

Nope. Initially the word was "expect a decision on Monday". Now it's expect it later in the week.

[anotherdork]

@"DarkenAngel"

@"anotherdork"

Didn't they say a decision wouldnt be made until last minute two weeks ago ? This isnt news.

Nope. Initially the word was "expect a decision on Monday". Now it's expect it later in the week.

Did someone not state it could be as late as the 28-29th ?

[DarkenAngel]

@"anotherdork"

@"DarkenAngel"

@"anotherdork"

Didn't they say a decision wouldnt be made until last minute two weeks ago ? This isnt news.

Nope. Initially the word was "expect a decision on Monday". Now it's expect it later in the week.

Did someone not state it could be as late as the 28-29th ?

Not that I saw, but goodness knows that I'm no authority on all news outlets and what they've produced. Much as other fans have, I'm simply compiling information and posting it. I think we're all eager to figure out whether or not there's a party to be had on Monday or if we should just all hang out at the cottage for an extra day.

[anotherdork]

From last Monday: "Public works manager Gerry Davis said the city's building department could issue a permit for oocupancy or partial occupancy as late as Aug. 28 "

[DarkenAngel]

@"anotherdork"

From last Monday: "Public works manager Gerry Davis said the city's building department could issue a permit for oocupancy or partial occupancy as late as Aug. 28 "

So basically if we get to Friday and there's no permit, there's no game. Got it. Thanks, dork.

[ramonecat]

The team has always said they need five days to get ready after the permit is issued. Thursday the 28th is the day.