To Whom It May Concern:

Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the updates to the Statewide Fire Prevention Code. My name is Richard H. Trent and I am an Acting Battalion Chief 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 Beach Fire Department.

Sincerely,

Richard H. Trent

Acting Battalion Chief

Virginia Beach Fire Department