Rehab Appeals Board - Item 2B - 2418 Gladys AveTO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS
BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD
FROM: BILL CROrE!CITY MANAGER
DATE: JUNE 17. 2003
RE: 2418 GLADYS AVENUE - HEARING
The subject property consists of a tenant-occupied single family residence with several unpermitted
additions and alterations. The property is zoned R1-AP. The case was initiated in July, 2002, and
compliance has not been achieved in nearly a year.
Case chronology is as follows:
• July 23, 2002 - "Please" letter mailed to property owner.
• August 19, 2002 - Owner at City Hall. She spoke to Planning Department staff
regarding the unpermitted additions.
• September 3, 2002 - Staff received letter from George Pacheco, property owner's
attorney, requesting a 70-day extension. Building inspector left message for Mr.
Pacheco granting the extension.
• September 19, 2002 - Inspection: progress had commenced in the removal of one
of the unpermitted patios.
• October 17, 2002 - Inspection: further progress had been achieved, however no
permit had been obtained and no interior access gained.
• November 7, 2002 - Building inspector spoke with Mr. Pacheco. She explained that
if Mr. Pacheco's client did not submit plans within two weeks the City would file a
Declaration of Subtandard against the property.
REHAB AGENDA
JUN 2.4 2003
ITEM No.7 -d.
• January 14, 2003 - Inspection: interior access gained. A revised list of defects was
generated and a copy was mailed to the property owner.
• January 23, 2003 - No plans submitted. Property declared substandard by Building
Official and a Declaration of Substandard Property filed with Los Angeles County
Recorder's office. 30-day certified letter mailed to the property owner and posted at
the property.
• January 29, 2003 - A contractor telephoned requesting a copy of the list of defects.
Building inspector faxed list to contractor.
• February 24, 2003 - Inspection attempted: no access. Certified letter returned
"unclaimed" and was resent via first class mail.
• March 24, 2003 - Inspection: no progress.
• April 21, 2003 - Property owner at City Hall. She indicated that her intentions were
to sell the property to the tenants. She also claimed that it had been the tenants who
had performed all of the unpermitted construction without her consent. An
"Agreement to Release Declaration of Substandard" was drafted to facilitate in the
sale of the property.
• April 28, 2003 - Copy of the above document faxed to City Attorney for review and
approval.
• May 6, 2003 - "Agreement to Release Declaration of Substandard" picked up by real
estate agent for signatures and notarization. A $15,000 refundable deposit required
prior to the execution of the document.
• May 27, 2003 - Inspection attempted: no access due to locked gate. Building
inspector left message for real estate agent regarding the agreement which had not
been returned to the City.
• June 12, 2003 - Plans submitted for two-car garage. Plans approved.
• June 16, 2003 - "Rehab" permit obtained.
To date, the "Agreement to Release Declaration of Substandard" with the required deposit has not
been returned.
A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on June 11, 2003. All interested parties
have been notified.
CITY BUILDING OFFICIAL'S RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board find the property substandard and order all substandard
conditions and building code violations be removed and/or corrected by August 1, 2003. However,
if sufficient progress is achieved by August 1, 2003, the abatement date may be extended to
September 2, 2003 OIR~ if the ariz "Agreement to Release Dec tion of Substandard-,-'alau
with the required deposit, i ubmitted by ugust 1, , e abatement a e may be extended to
October 1, 2003.
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MAYOR:
JOE V0.-
,0U--MAYOR PRO TEM.
MARL ARC CLARK
-OUNO(LMEMBERS.
JA)'i. W-RIAL
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WILLIAM r. AL ARCON
June 11. 200;
h5aricela "Lazo Osorio
2415 Gladys Avenue
Rosemead. CA 91770
853E E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • F.O. 30X 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (629) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
2418 Gladys Avenue
Rosemead;"CA 91770
NOTICE OF HEARING
The CiTy Building Official has determiued by inspection thattbe following properuyis substandard;
as defined in Section 990 of the City of Rosemead BuiIding Laws; because of the defects listed on
the attached letter.
THEREFORE. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday. .tune 24. 200;. at 7:00 p.m., in the
Cii-yHall, MIS E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead; California, a H;✓.4RIlvG VVIL-LBE CONDUCTED
before the City of Rosemead Rehabilitation Appeals Board on this ;natter.
All persons who desire to be heard sball appear before the above Board at said time and place to
sbo,, cause wiry the substandard conditions should not be ordered abated.
ADDRESS:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
ASSESSOR'S'':
O ar IAL SIGNED
,LANCES D. DONOVAN
Deputy Building Official
2418 GLADYS AVENUE
TRACT 4610. LOT 73
52S3-01 9_01A
Date Posted: c By:
March J4 -),,)oD
LIST OF D=r-TS
SLtBST_kNDARD PROPERTY
241S Glad's AN'enue
Revised
Substandard Conditions
i. 'v`I%ater heater lacks the ;eoui;ed seismic anchors.
2 Appliances a; e being snored ai side of prose. (Lau nd; a, ca)
,.nosed electrical ti\'iring underneath ca o
i OiSieJ: Vdlring IS DO! p°rnlined in eXpCCed areas.
Building Code Violations
L Carpo-t w, south side of _'welling has bcen const;acted without., the required approvals and
permits.
rawjo Cover in iron and ai north side of Gwel1IDg has been cons'iruCled Withoui zh, requir°d
approvals and p,=its. Addivons and alterations have been i .ad'_ N\'ithoul the regllired appr0\'alS a11~• D°iiIlts. Dll°.
to i.he unp-_ nmte sLructu-cs the kiicheii laci3 the proper li-b-I and V°il?1: aDOn.
Ei°crri.ca.l. \\'innL has been ins aDeQ witnoul the required approvals and pe=lls.
Mug b nL, has 'been installeo \O~l:nollt the. required 3DAro\7alc. and DerlIlas. (Laundr\' ar°a)
A permit record search from Los Angeles Counin' is recommended. Enclosed are instructions
on how to obiain this information.
ARE P.E.~~''TS .ARE REQUIRED 'ED ?IOi 7e}7 irS, aRG T.2v J:: ObialP,°d at the BullQlilS! L':'pal ri?1'_n.l 7?C1"
!:00 .x_.1\5_ to 11 00 A. Ml., Mlonda.v fn ugh T hursd_j' and rom 4 0" D.1\2. to ~j:UV TRllI'S•va\,~5.
c:OSE ARG-UTLLO
3uilding' IRSpeCtor
MAYOR:
ROBERT -W. BRUESOH
MAYOR RRO TEM:
JO-- VASOUEZ
COUNCILMEMBSRS:
MARGARET CLARK
JAYT. IARERIAI
GARY 4 TAYLOR
.1 anuan,23;2003
Jorge Ramirez
Vilma Ramirez'
2418 Gladvs Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Ramirez:.
ltC~ sescarf
6338 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. 30X. 309
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 669-2100
FAX (626)307-9218
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
RE: 'SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
2418 Gladys 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,
rehabilitation, or demolition of the substandard conditions listed; within thirty (30) days after receipt of this notice.
Be advised that if you are renting this oroneriv to others the Ciuv tnav file a "Notice of Non-Compliance" with the
State Franchise Tax Board. Section 17274 of the Revenue and Taxation Code states: "No deduction shall be
alloyed for interest taxes depreciation or amortization with respect to substandard (rental) housing."
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 thirty,
(30) days after posting of this notice on the subiect property. The request for hearing shall be. directed to the City
of Rosemead Building Official at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead; California 91770.
For additional inforTnation or assistance; you may contact the inspector whose. name and phone number appears on
the attached list of defects. The required pen-nits may be obtained from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Monday through
Thursday, and from 4:00 PM to - 6:00 PM on Thursdays.
Sincerely, .
P RT INAL SIG
JAMES D. DONOVAN
Deputy Building Official
Date Posted: 3 By:
.lanuarv 14, 2003
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
2418 Gladys Avenue.
Revised
Substandard Conditions
1. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors.
2. Appliances are being stored at side of property. (Laundry area)
3. Exposed electrical wiring underneath carport.
4. Romex wiring is not permitted in exposed areas.
Building Code Violations
Carport at south side of dwelling has been constructed without the required approvals and
permits.
2. Patio cover in front and at north side of dwelling has been constructed without the required
approvals and permits.
3. Additions and alterations have been made without the required approvals and permits. Due
to the unpermitted structures the kitchen lacks the proper lighting and ventilation.
4. Electrical wiring has been installed without the required approvals and permits.
5. Plumbing has been installed \vithout.the required approvals and permits. (Laundry area)
A permit record search from Los Angeles County is recommended. Enclosed are instructions
on how to obtain this information.
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. Thursdavs.
ROSE ARGUELLO
Building Inspector
(626)569-2132
LAW OFFICES OF
GEORGE B. P-RCH-ECO
1453 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
l ;`o ❑100TEBELLO, CHLIFOBOIH 90640-1980
13231 726-1062
August 29, 2002
CITY OF ROSEMEAD VIA FACSIMILE & 1ST.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT CLASS U.S. MAIL -
8838 East Valley Boulevard' NO.:(626)307-9218
Rosemead, California 91770
ATTN: MILAN M. MRAKICH
RE: My Client (s) : MA_RICET.a OSORIO
Your Case No.: 02-2519
Property Address: 2418 Gladys Avenue
Rosemead, California 91770
SUBJECT: VIOLATION
Dear Mr. Mrakich:
This is a follow-up to the message I left you. Please
be advised that I,represent the captioned client.
Please be further advised that the alleged violation
were present on property before my client purchased the
property and had no knowledge thereby.
All this may not be a legal excuse, my client is
attempting to comply with correcting the purported
violations.
I would request a 70 day extension to attempt to correct
these purported violations.
Please call me if there is any problems, otherwise I
shall assume such an extension is agreeable.
Any questions, please call me.
Very truly yours,
LAW OFFICES OF
GEORGE B. PACH
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PACHECO
MAYOR:
ROBERT W. BRUESCH
MAYOR PRO TEM:
JOEVASOUE-
COUNGILM.EMBERS: wool
MARGARETCIARK
JAN 1. IMPERIAL
GARY A. TAYLOR
July 23, 2002
George & Vilma Ramirez
2418 Gladys Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
Dear Property Owners:
8636 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
2418 Gladys 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 City residents.
I brow 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 desig red 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 the inspector whose name is
listed on,the request.
Thank you for your continued cooperation.
Respectfully,
BILL CRONVE
City Manager
City of Rosemead
July 8; 2001
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3418 Gladys Avenue
Substandard Conditions
I . Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors.
2. Water heater temperature & pressure reliefpiping must terminate outside within 6" of grade.
Appliances are being stored at side of property.
4. Exposed electrical wiring underneath carport.
5. Romex wiring is not permitted in exposed areas.
Building Code Violations
Carports surroundine dwelling have been constructed without the required approvals and
permits.
2. Patio cover in front of dwelling has been constructed without the required approvals and
permits.
3. Dwelling appears to have converted to two separate units without the required approvals
and permits.
4. Addition at side has been.constructed without the required approvals and permits.
5. Electrical wiring has been installed without the required approvals and permits.
6. Plumbing has been installed without the required approvals and permits. (Laundry area)
Access to interior of structures was not gained. Therefore; additional substandard conditions and
buildinE code violations may become evident during subsequent site visits.
2418 Gladys Avenue
Page 2
A permit record search from Los Angeles County is recommended. Enclosed are instructions
on where to obtain this information.
PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for repairs and may be obtained at the Building Department from
7:00 A.M. to 11:00 AM., 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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June 24, 2003
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
2418 Gladys Avenue
Revised
Substandard Conditions
1. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors.
2. Appli n ees are~ f-property--L-aundr-v-area)
~ ~ ~ iz l 2J-l. ~ ~3. EnNOSed-electr-isal-wiring-underneath-carport: e;
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-P~rne3:-wiring-is-net-pemai#~d-in-exposed-areas,
Building Code Violations
j C-arport-at-south-side of-dwelling-has-been-eonstrtic-ted-xvithout-tlte-required-approvals-and
-permits. to
2. Patio cover in front °~aa~ at;;f4Ah. side of dwelling has been constructed without the required
approvals and permits.
3. - Addiions andalterat+ens haveke~n rr~ade;vit}gout the requir~d~ppro~ als grad peraitits~ue
to the.utapermitted-structures4be, latchera-lacks-the-proper-lightingand-ventilation. , i.e ?-3
4-: Electr-ieal-wiring-has-been-installed-without-the-required-approvals-and-permits. ~e ll, p 2
5. Plumbing has been installed without the required approvals and permits. (Laundry, area)
A permit record search from Los Angeles County is recommended. Enclosed are instructions
on how to obtain this information.
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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