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Rehab Appeals Board - Item II.A - 7917 Dorothy Street HearingMAYOR: JOE VASQUEZ MAYOR PRO TEM: MARGARETCLARK COUNCILMEMBERS: ROBERT W BRUESCH JAY T. IMPERIAL GARY A. TAYLOR TO: FROM: DATE: RE: Posemcad 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 288-6671 FAX (626) 307-9218 HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD FRANK G. TRIPEPI, CITY MANAGER FEBRUARY 15, 2000 7917 DOROTHY STREET - HEARING The subject property consists of a vacant single family dwelling with several unpermitted structures in the rear yard and an unpermitted garage conversion. The property is zoned R-2. A "Please Letter" was mailed to the property owner on September 16, 1999, but was returned, "forwarding order expired". On September 27, 1999, the building inspector ordered the gas and electric utilities disconnected. The Building Official declared the property substandard and filed a Declaration of Substandard Property with the Los Angeles County Recorder's office. A "Fifteen Day" certified letter was mailed and posted on the property on October 5, 1999, requesting abatement of the substandard conditions. On October 14, 1999, Mr. Bing, who identified himself as a friend of the owner, notified staff that he would be responsible for cleaning and securing the property. On October 27, 1999, it was noted that minor cleanup work had been attempted in the front yard area. Follow-up inspection on November 4, 1999 showed that the cleanup had not been completed. The inspector left a message for Mr. Bing. Mr. Bing did not return the call. On November 16, 1999, a "Notice of Intent to Barricade" was mailed and posted on the property. Inspection on November 22, 1999 revealed that the property had not yet been secured and that the trash and debris remained on the property. Staff contacted Interstate Field Services to barricade the property. Fencing and board-up work was completed on December 2, 1999. On January 17, 2000, a "bulky item" trash notice was mailed to the property owner. Inspection on January 20, 2000 showed that the property remained secure, however, no other progress was evident. __60 ~Ii N CI FED 7L,;',, __rr 11 UJ Building Department records reveal that plans had been submitted to demolish the existing structures and construct a new single family residence at the site. The plans had outstanding corrections and were never approved. The plan check application has since expired. Staff has left several messages for the owner, Mr. Nguyen, and for Mr. Bing. Mr. Bing's telephone number has been disconnected. A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on February 7, 2000. All interested parties have been notified. CITY BUILDING OFFICIAL'S RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board find the property substandard and order that all substandard conditions be removed and/or corrected by April 3, 2000. However, if permits and approvals are obtained, and sufficient progress is achieved by April 3, 2000, the abatement date may be extended to May 1, 2000. MAYOR: JOE VASOUEZ MAYOR PRO TEM: MARGARET CLARK COUNCILMEMBERS: ROBERT W, BRUESCH JAY T. IMPERIAL GARY A. TAYLOR February 7, 2000 Bang Nguyen 5625 Hub Street Los Angeles, CA 90042 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, February 22, 2000, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Hall, 8838 E. Valley 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: LEGAL DESCRIPTION ASSESSOR'S ORIGINAL STEVEN C. BAILEY Building Official i1c oscf cad 8839 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 288.6671 FAX (626) 307-9218 SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7917 Dorothy Street Rosemead, CA 91770 7917 DOROTHY STREET TRACT 7353, LOT 38 5287-019-010 Date Posted: i - January 20, 1999 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7917 DOROTHY STREET SUBSTANDARD CONDITIONS The building is vacant and is open and accessible to children and others. 2. Exterior walls are damaged throughout and require repair and paint. 3. Furniture, appliances, miscellaneous junk and debris stored throughout property. 4. Window screens are missing in several locations. 5. Stairs at rear of dwelling are damaged and require repair. 6. Overgrown vegetation throughout. 7. Exterior trim around dwelling and garage is damaged and requires repair and paint. 8. Garage appears to have been converted and is being used for other than it's intended use. (Improper occupancy). BUILDING CODE VIOLATIONS Addition/alteration to garage appears to have been constructed without required permits and approvals. 2 Plumbing in garage has been installed without required permits and approvals. 3. Several buildings at rear have been constructed without required permits and approvals and appear to be used as separate dwelling units. Access to interior of all buildings was not gained; therefore, other substandard conditions may exist. Page 2 7917 Dorothy Street PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for repairs and may be obtained at the Building Department between the hours of 7:00 - 11:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, and between 4:00 - 6:00 p. m., Thursday. ROSE ARGUELLO Building Inspector (626) 288-6671 x354 MAYOR: .JOE VASOUEZ MAYOR PRO TEM: MARCIAREI CLARK COURCILMEMBERS: ROBERT W BRUESCH .FY T. BAJ CEM L GARYA TAYLOR February 1, 2000 Bang Nguyen 5625 Hub Street Los Angeles, CA 90042 SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7917 Dorothy Street Rosemead, CA 91770 NOTICE OF COST TO BARRICADE SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY This substandard building was boarded and secured as required by the Sheriff/Fire Department's request, due to serious fire hazards and a threat to public safety. The cost of boarding and securing work, $1,884.20, is a charge against the property upon which the substandard conditions were located. The correctness or reasonableness of the costs may be appealed by filing with the Building Official, Rehabilitation Section, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California, a written request for a hearing. This request for hearing must be submitted within five (5) days of receipt of this notice. If no appeal is filed within this five (5) day period and if the costs are not paid in full within ten (10) days following this notice, a statement of the total balance plus a recording fee will be recorded in the office of the County Recorder.- From the date of recording, such balance due shall be a special assessment against the property. ADDRESS: 7917 DOROTHY STREET OWNER: BANG NGUYEN DESCRIPTION: 5287-019-010 Note: Please make your check payable to the City of Rosemead, and return one copy of this notice with your remittance to: City of Rosemead, Department of Building & Safety 8838 East Valley Boulevard Rosemead, CA 91770 Sincerely, STEVEN C. BAILEY Building Official i~c~ ~ osefi2e~d SS3S E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOY, 399 ROSEMEAD. CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 288-6671 PAX (626) 3079218 November 15, 1999 Bang Nguyen 5625 Hub Street Los Angeles, CA 90042 Dear Mr. Nguyen: Re: 7917 Dorothy Street NOTICE OF INTENT TO BARRICADE An inspection of the above mentioned property on November 12, 1999 found it to be open and accessible in violation of the City of Rosemead Municipal Code. Section 9908 of the Building Code declares all such buildings a public nuisance and requires the abatement thereof. As the owner of record, you are hereby notified to comply with the requirements of the above code; to securely barricade the building(s) BY 8:00 A.M., NOVEMBER 18, 1999. Minimum barricade requirements include 1/2 " plywood installed over all openings to the structure(s) to substantially prevent unlawful entry. A six foot high temporary fence surrounding the property shall also be installed in accordance with the City Municipal Code Section 9121.17(F). (Copy enclosed) In the event that you fail to comply with the deadline stated above it is the City's intention to enter on the property and securely barricade the structure(s) to prevent unlawful entry COMMENCING ON NOVEMBER 22, 1999, to eliminate the threat to public safety. The cost of the FHA style barricade performed by City contract includes fees of approximately $75.00 per security door, and between $35.00 to $50.00 per opening. The property will also be fenced at the rate of $3.00 per lineal foot, with a pair of gates costing about $98.00. The actual cost of the work plus processing fees of $511.42, as specified in the Building Code, will be charged to the owner of the property. Unpaid costs may become a special assessment against the property, this may require additional recording and filing fees. If you have any questions, contact the Building Department, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.. Sincerely, STEVEN C. BAILEY Building Official DATE POSTED: r POSTED BY: MAYOR: JOE VASQUEZ MAYOR PRO TEM: MARGARET CLARK COUNCILMEMBERS: ROBERT W. BRUESCH JAY T. IMPERIAL GARY A. TAYLOR November 12, 1999 Mr. Frank G. Tripepi City Manager City of Rosemead 8838 E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, CA 91770 Dear Mr. Tripepi: i ~ Vosemead 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 288-6671 FAX (626) 307-9218 At approximately 10:00 a.m. this date, I inspected the property at 7917 Dorothy Street and found this property to be open and accessible to the public. The property is a serious health hazard and is a threat to public safety. We are seeking that this hazard be eliminated by boarding up the building and securing the property against unauthorized entry. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me. Sincerely, 6 oL~ 6Ab- F DOUG JEWETT Deputy Temple Station MAYOR: JOE VASOUE_ MAYOR PRO TEM: MARGARET CLARK COURCILMEMSERS: ROBERT W. BRUESCH JAY T IMPERIAL GARY A. TAYLOR October 5, 1999 Bang Nguyen 5625 Hub Street Los .Angeles, CA 90042 Dear Mr. Nguyen: Pomnead 6838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD. CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 288-6671 FAX (626) 307-9218 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7917 Dorothy Street Rosemead, CA 91770 A recent inspection of the property at the above address has found it to be substandard as defined by the City of Rosemead Building Code, because of the defects enumerated in the attached list. Section 9908 ofthe Code declares all such substandard buildings a public nuisance and requires the abatement thereof by correction, if practical, or demolition of the substandard conditions. As the owner of record, you are hereby notified to comply with the requirements of the above code, and to correct or remove the substandard conditions listed. All such work shall be completed within fifteen (15) days after receipt ofthis letter. Be advised if you are renting this property to others the City may file a Notice ofNon-Compliance with the State Franchise Tax Board. Revenue and Taxation Code. Section 17274 states: "No deduction shall be allowed for interest, taxes, depreciation or amortization with respect to substandard (rental) housin¢ " This notice will be posted on the property. If in your opinion, you disagree or cannot comply with the above findings or order, you may request a public hearing. The request for hearing must be within fifteen (15) days after posting of this notice on the property, must be in writing, and directed to the City of Rosemead Building Official, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770. For further information, please contact the inspector whose name is shown on the attached list. Required permits may be obtained between the hours of 7:00 - 11:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, and 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Thursday. Very truly yours, ORIGINA1 SIgEp STEVEN C. BALL Building Official Date Posted: ° By: September 15, 1999 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7917 DOROTHY STREET SUBSTANDARD CONDITIONS The building is vacant and is open and accessible to children and others. 2. Exterior walls are damaged throughout and require repair and paint. 3. Furniture, appliances, miscellaneous junk and debris stored throughout property. 4. Window screens are missing in several locations. 5. Stairs at rear of dwelling are damaged and require repair. 6. Overgrown vegetation throughout. 7. Exterior trim around dwelling and garage is damaged and requires repair and paint. 8. Garage appears to have been converted and is being used for other than it's intended use. (Improper occupancy). BUILDING CODE VIOLATIONS 1. Addition/alteration to garage appears to have been constructed without required permits and approvals. 2 Plumbing in garage has been installed without required permits and approvals. 3. Several buildings at rear have been constructed without required permits and approvals and appear to be used as separate dwelling units. Access to interior of all buildings was not gained; therefore, other substandard conditions may exist. Page 2 7917 Dorothy Street PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for repairs and may be obtained at the Building Department between the hours of 7:00 - 11:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, and between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Thursday. ROSE ARGUELLO Building Inspector (626) 288-6671 x354 MAYOR: JOE VASOUE] MAYOR PRO TEM: MARGARET CLARK COUNCILMEMBERS: ROBERT W. BRUESCH JAY T. IMPERIAL GARY A. TAYLOR September 16, 1999 Bang Nguyen 7917 Dorothy Street Rosemead, CA 91770 Dear Property Owner SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7917 Dorothy Street Rosemead, CA 91770 As you probably know, the City of" Rosemead has had in effect for some time, a Building Rehabilitation and Property Maintenance Progrtln. The purpose of this Program is to provide continued health, safety, and welfare for all City residents. 1. 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 thou_N in mind, the Properly Rehabilitation Program is designed to assist you in improving your property by pointing out unsafe or unsighlly 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. Ihyou have any questions, please contact the inspector whose name is listed on the request. Thank you for your continued cooperation. Respectfully, FRANK G. TR11'GI'1 City Manager City of Rosemead 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 288-6671 FAX (626) 307-9216 September 1.5, 1999 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7917 DOROTHY STREET SUBSTANDARD CONDITIONS 1. The building is vacant and is open and accessible to children and others. 2. Exterior walls are damaged throughout and require repair and paint. 3. Furniture, appliances, miscellaneous junk and debris stored throughout property. 4. Window screens are missing in several locations. 5. Stairs at rear of dwelling are damaged and require repair. 6. Overgrown vegetation throughout. 7. Exterior trim around dwelling and garage is damaged and requires repair and paint. S. Garage appears to have been converted and is bein, used for other than it's intended use. (Improper occupancy). BUILDING CODE VIOLATIONS Addition/alteration to garage appears to have been constructed without required permits and approvals. 2 Plumbing in garage has been installed without required permits and approvals. 3. Several buildings at rear have been constructed without required permits and approvals and appear to be used as separate dwelling units. Access to interior of all buildin,s was not ,wined; therefore, other substandard conditions may exist. Paee 2 7917 Dorothy Street PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for repairs and may be obtained at the Building Department between the hours of 7:00 - 1 1 :00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, and between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Thursday. ROSE ARGUELLO Building Inspector (636) 288-6671 054 PA 1, SITE PLAN I February 22, 1999 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7917 DOROTHY STREET SUBSTANDARD CONDITIONS Art EDhJiGC I. The building is vacant and is open and accessible to children and others. 8-1 D 2. Exterior walls are damaged throughout and require repair and paint. 3. Furniture, appliances, miscellaneous junk and debris stored throughout property. 4. Window screens are missing in several locations. S. Stairs at rear of dwelling are damaged and require repair. i 1 6. Overgrown vegetation throughout. 7. Exterior trim around dwelling and garage is damaged and requires repair and paint. 8. Garage appears to have been converted and is being used for other than it's intended use. (Improper occupancy). BUILDING CODE VIOLATIONS I. Addition/alteration to garage appears to have been constructed without required permits and / approvals. C 2 Plumbing in garage has been installed without required permits and approvals. )~C&t Ly7 V \_3. Several buildings at rear have been constructed without required permits and approvals and appear to be used as separate dwelling units. Access to interior of all buildings was not gained; therefore, other substandard conditions may exist. Page 2 7917 Dorothy Street PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for repairs and may be obtained at the Building Department between the hours of 7:00 - 11:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, and between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Thursday. ROSE ARGUELLO Building Inspector (626) 288-6671 x354 7917 DorothyOUPG 222/ 0 7917 Domffvy03.JPG =0 7917 Dorothy05.JPG 22210 7917 Dorothy02.JPG 22210 7917 Dorothy04.JPG 22210 7917 Dorothy06.JPG 22210 Page 1