To Whom It May Concern:

Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the updates to the Statewide Fire Prevention Code. My name is Michael Painter and I am the Assistant Fire Marshal for the Virginia Beach Fire Department. As an advocate for the safety of all Virginians, I would like to add my name to the comments made by the Virginia Fire Chiefs Association.

Sincerely,

M. Painter

Assistant Fire Marshal

Virginia Beach Fire Department