Louisville Fire issues violation to business operating as overnight shelter during winter storms – WLKY Louisville

A south Louisville business operating as an overnight shelter has been issued a violation by the fire department.
The StrEatery, which is located in the Beechmont neighborhood, has been using its space as an overnight shelter for the homeless in the city as frigid temperatures and winter weather stick around.
The Louisville Fire Department said it issued a notice to the business on Thursday to suspend its overnight operations until additional permits and approvals are obtained from Metro Codes and Regulations.
“For residential or shelter use, a change of occupancy permit must be applied for through Metro Codes & Regulations, even for temporary use as Building and Fire codes have specific requirements based on the use of the building,” Louisville Fire officials said in a statement.
In light of this, the South End Street Angels said they had to turn away more than 10 people.
“It’s disappointing, and we just told them they can’t stay,” said Amanda Mills with the South End Street Angels.
The people staying there said they don’t have many other options.
The South End Street Angels are encouraging anyone who needs a place to stay to use the city’s White Flag shelters.
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