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ROSEMEAD BUILDING
REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS
BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD
FROM: ANDREW C. LAZZARETTO, CITY MANAGEf
DATE: JUNE 27, 2006 11((,,!!//
SUBJECT: 3461 BARTLETT AVENUE
SUMMARY
On January 17, 2006, the property at 3461 Bartlett Avenue was declared substandard
by the Building Official. After nearly seven months, compliance has still not been
achieved.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Board find the property substandard and order all
substandard conditions be removed and/or corrected by August 1, 2006. However, if
plans are submitted, permits are obtained, and sufficient progress is achieved by
August 1, 2006, the abatement date may be extended to September 1, 2006. .
ANALYSIS
The subject property consists of an owner-occupied single-family residence located in
the R-1 zone with a lot size of 7865 ± square feet. There is also a dilapidated
guesthouse on the property. It is uncertain whether the guesthouse can be rebuilt, as
plans have never been submitted for Planning Department review. The case was
initiated in November 2005 and compliance has not been achieved in nearly seven
months.
The case chronology is as follows:
• November 28, 2005 - "Please" letter and Los Angeles County record search
information sent to property owner.
December 29, 2005 -Inspection:. no progress.
• January 17, 2006 - Property declared substandard by Building Official and a
Declaration of Substandard Property filed with Los Angeles County Recorder's
office. A 15-day certified letter was mailed to the property owner and posted at
the property.
APPROVED FOR REHAB BOARD AGENDA: - ITEM NUMBER:
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City Council Meeting
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• January 19, 2006 - Joint inspection with Building and Planning Departments.
Interior access was gained. Planning Department staff discussed findings with
Rick Lam, the property owner's architect.
• February 23, 2006 - Building inspector spoke to Mr. Lam. Mr. Lam indicated he
would be submitting plans to Planning Department so that a decision could be
made as to the disposition of the guesthouse.
April 10, 2006 - Inspection: no progress.
• May 17, 2006 - Inspection: no progress. Inspector left business card with
property owner's mother.
• June 8, 2006 - Inspection: no progress.
To date, no plans have been submitted, no permits have been obtained, and no
progress has been achieved in correcting the list of defects.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process.
A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on June 13, 2006. All
interested parties have been notified.
Submitted by:
mes D. Donovan
Building Official
Attachment A: Correspondence
MAYOR:
GARY A. TAYLOR
MAYOR PRO TEM:
JOHN NUNEZ
COUNOILMEMSERS:
MARGARET CLARK
JAY T. IMPERIAL
JOHN TRAN
June 12, 2006
Cuong Van Du
Thanh Thuy Le
3461 Bartlett Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
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8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626)307.9218
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3459 - 3461 Bartlett Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
NOTICE OF HEARING
The City Building Official has determined by inspection that the following property is substandard,
as defined in Section 9905 of the City of Rosemead Building Laws, because of the defects listed on
the attached letter.
THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday. June 27. 2006. at 7:00 p.m., in the
City Hall, 8838 E. V alley Boulevard, Rosemead; California; a HEARING WILL BE CONDUCTED
before the City of Rosemead Rehabilitation Appeals Board on.this matter.
All persons who desire to be heard shall appear before the above Board at said time and place to
show cause why the substandard conditions should not be ordered abated.
ADDRESS: 3459 - 3461 BARTLETT AVENUE
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: COMPLETE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE
ASSESSOR'S 4: 5289-007-051
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JAMES D. DONOVAN
Building Official
Date Posted: By.
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May 17, 2006
LIST OF DEFECT
3461
Guest House
Substandard Conditions
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3459-61 Bartlett Avenue
Revised
Guest house is dilapidated/damaged and unsightly and requires repair or should be
demolished. A full set plans is required showing framing and floor plan. Verify with
Planning Department if guest house will be allowed to be rebuilt and to what extend.
2. Addition at front of guest house was constructed without without the required approvals and
permits.
Electrical and plumbing to the guest house requires to be upgrades.
Carport/Patio Cover
Substandard Conditions
Carport has been altered without the required permits and approvals.
2. Patio cover has been constructed without the required permits and approvals.
A permit record search from Los Angeles County is recommended. Enclosed are instructions
on where to obtain this information.
Access to the entire interior of guest house was not gained. Therefore, additional substandard
conditions and building code violations may become evident during subsequent site visits.
PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for repairs and may be obtained at the Building Department from
7:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M., Monday through Thursday, and from 4:00 P.M to 6:00 P.M., Thursdays.
ROSE ARGUELLO
Building Inspector
(626)569-2132
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MAYOR:
JAY T. IMPERIAL
MAYOR PRO TEM:
GARY A. TAYLOR
COUNCILMEM5ER$:
MARGARET CLARK.
JOHN H. NUNEZ
JOHN TRAN
January 17, 2006
Cuong Van Du
Thanh Thuy Le
3461 Bartlett Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
Dear Property Owners:
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
RE: SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3459 - 3461 Bartlett Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
A recent inspection at the subject address found the property to be substandard as defined by Chapter 99 of the City
of Rosemead Building Code, due to the conditions enumerated in the attached list of defects.
Section 9908 of the Rosemead Building Code declares all such substandard buildings a public nuisance and requires
the abatement thereof by repair, rehabilitation, or demolition of the substandard conditions.
As the owner of record, you are hereby ordered to comply with the requirements of said code, by repair,
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rehabilitation, or demolition of the substandard conditions listed, within fifteen (15) days
This notice will be posted on the property. If you disagree with the findings, or cannot comply with the order within
the time specified, you may request a public hearing. Such request for hearing must made, in writing, within fifteen
(15) days after posting of this notice on the subject property. The request for hearingshall.bedirected tothe City
of Rosemead Building Official at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770.
For additional information or assistance, you may contact the inspector whose name and phone number appears on
the attached list of defects. The required permits may be obtained from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AML Monday through
Thursday, and from 4:00 PM to - 6:00 PM on Thursdays.
Sincerely,
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JAMES D. DONOVAN
Building Official
Date Posted: By:
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8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • RO BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
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December 29, 2005
LIST OF DEFECT
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3459-61 Bartlett Avenue
3461
Guest House .
Substandard Conditions
l Guest house is dilapidated/damaged and unsightly and requires repair or should be
demolished.
2. It appears several additions were constructed without the required approvals and permits.
Electrical and plumbing to the guest house requires to be upgrades
A permit record seareb from Los Angeles County is recommended. Enclosed are instructions
on wbere to obtain this information.
Access to the entire interior of guest house was not gained. Therefore, additional substandard
conditions and building code violations may become evident during subsequent site visits.
PERMITS 0.o 1 ARE 00 A.M., Monday through Thursday, and from 4:00 P. M to 6100DP.M. Thursdays.
ROSE ARGUELLO
Building Inspector
(626)569-2132
MAYOR.
JAY T. IMPERIAL
MAYOR PRO TEW
GARY A. TAYLOR
COUNCILMEMBERS-.
MARGARETOLARK
JOHN H. NUNEZ
JOHNTRAN
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November 28, 2005
Van Du Cuong & Thuy Tranh
3461 Bartlett Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770-
Dear Property Owners:
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3459 - 3461 Bartlett Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
As you probably know, the City of Rosemead has had in effect for some time, a Building
Rehabilitation and Property Maintenance Program.
The purpose of this Program is to provide continued health, safety, and welfare for all Cityresidents.
I know that you, as a responsible citizen, are interested in the present and future well-being of your
community and realize this interest can best be served by making this area an enjoyable place to live
and work.
With this thought in mind, the Property Rehabilitation Program is designed to assist you in
improving your property by pointing out unsafe or unsightly conditions which are detrimental to our
community as a whole, and your property in particular.
You, as an owner, can best accomplish the objectives of the Program by prompt compliance. To
familiarize you with these conditions, and to aid you in solving your particular problem, we are
enclosing a list of defects. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Rose Arguello at (626) 569-
2132.
Thank you for your continued cooperation.
Respectfully,
Ch'~'i'v-ems
BILL CROWE
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8638 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
City Manager
City of Rosemead
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November 16, 2005
LIST OF DEFECT
3461
Guest House
Substandard Conditions
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3459-61 Bartlett Avenue
1. Guest house is dilapidated/damaged and unsightly and requires repair or should be
demolished.
2. It appears several additions were constructed without the required approvals and permits.
3. Electrical and plumbing to the guest house requires to be upgrades.
A permit record search from Los Angeles County is recommended. Enclosed are instructions
on where to obtain this information.
Access to the entire interior of guest house was not gained. Therefore, additional substandard
conditions and building code violations may become evident during subsequent site visits.
PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for repairs and may be obtained at the Building Department from
7:00 A.M. to 11:00 A:M., Monday through Thursday, and from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., Thursdays.
ROSE ARGUELLO
Building Inspector
(626)569-2132
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