Rehab Appeals Board - Item 2A - 3243 Del Mar AveTO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS
BUILDING F. ABILITATION APPEALS BOARD
FROM: BILL CROW CITY MANAGER
DATE: JUNE 17, 2003
RE: 3243 DEL MAR AVENUE - HEARING
The subject property consists of an owner-occupied single family dwelling located in the C-3 zone.
The case was initiated in July, 2002, and compliance has not been achieved in nearly a year.
Case chronology is as follows:
• July 17, 2002 - "Please" letter mailed to property owner.
• August 5, 2002 - Owner's daughter, Maria Villegas, came to City Hall to discuss list
of defects.
• August 19, 2002 - 30-day extension granted to allow time for a record search from
Los Angeles County.
• September 19, 2002 - Inspection: no progress. Maria Villegas telephoned. She
indicated that she would return to City Hall the following week to speak to the
Building Official.
• September 26, 2002 - Ms. Villegas at City Hall to discuss list of defects with
Building Official. He advised her to consult with Planning Department regarding
the possible legalization of the unpermitted work.
• September 30, 2002 - Inspection: no progress.
REHAB
JUN 2 4 2003
ITEM No. = • A
October 14, 2002 - Property declared substandard by Building Official and a
Declaration of Substandard Property filed with Los Angeles County Recorder's
office. 15-day certified letter mailed and posted.
October 30, 2002 -Building Official met with Ms. Villegas. It was determined that
the carport, storage room and "guest" room, which were built without approvals and
permits, must be demolished. A 30-day extension was granted to allow time to
pursue Planning Department approval of a proposed two-car garage and storage
room.
• November 28, 2002 - Inspection: no progress.
• January 6, 2003 - Inspection: no progress and no plans submitted to Planning
Department.
• January 30, 2003 - Maria Villegas telephoned.to inform staff that she would be in to
obtain "Rehab" permit.
• February 4, 2003 - Inspection: no progress and no permit obtained.
• February 26, 2003 - Inspection: no progress. Inspector noticed that the unpermitted
addition at the rear of the property appeared to be being used as a separate unit. A
revised list of defects, to include this condition, was compiled and mailed to property
owner. Building Official telephoned Ms. Villegas to remind her that the required
permit had not been obtained. He agreed to grant a 30-day extension if the permit
was obtained by March 6, 2003.
• March 27, 2003 - No permit obtained. Building Official phoned Ms. Villegas. She
agreed to obtain permit by March 31, 2003. He explained that significant progress
in the removal of the substandard, unpermitted structures must be achieved, and that
failure to do so would result in the scheduling of a hearing.
• March 31, 2003 - "Rehab" permit obtained. 30-day extension granted.
• April 29, 2003 - Inspection: no progress. All substandard conditions remain.
Inspector left telephone message for Ms. Villegas.
• May 29, 2003 - Inspection: no progress. Another message was left for Ms. Villegas.
• June 2, 2003 - Building inspector drove by property. The rear unpennitted addition
had been painted rather than demolished. Inspector left telephone message for Ms.
Villegas. Ms. Villegas did not return the call, nor did she respond to the two
previous messages.
• June 16, 2003 - Building Official, building inspector and Ms. Villegas met at site.
List of defects discussed. A portion of the rear substandard structure adjacent to the
north property line had been removed. Owner will attempt to make additional
progress by the day of the Hearing.
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.
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MAYOR'.
,IOE VASOUEZ
MAYOR PRC TEM:
MARGARETCLARK
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
JAY T. IMPERIAL
GARY A. TAYLOR.
WILLIAM F. ALARCON
June 11: 2003
8£3£ E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P-O. BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91 770
TELEPHONE (626) 669-2100 .
FAX (626) 307-9218
Rafael F. Villegas & Andrea Villegas
32=3 De] Mar Avenue
Rosemead. CA 91770
SUBSTANTDARD PROPERTY
3343 Del Mar Avenue
P<osemead, CA 91770
NOTICE OF HEAI'G
The City Building Official has determined by inspection that the following property is substandard;
as defined in Section 990.5 of the City of Rosemead Building Laws; because of tine defects listed on
the attached letter.
THEREFORE. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday. June 24. 2003. at 7:00 p.m.; in the
Cim.Hall,8838E.ValleyBoulevard Rosemead, California, aHEARENIGWILLBECONDUCTED
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 SIGNED
JANTES D. DONOV IN
Depury Building Off cial
3243 DEL MAR AVENUE
TRACT 2078, POR. OF LOT 6
5286-029-027
Date Posted: L> . 0 3 By:
May 29. 2003
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3243 Delmar Avenue
REVISED
Substandard Conditions
Household appliances are being stored at side and rear of property.
2. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors.
3. Water heater temperature & pressure relief pipingmustterminateoutsidewithin 6"of wade.
4. Carport Adth attached addition at rear of property is dilapidated and requires repair and
paint.
Building Code Violations.
10' x 20' screened porch (approved 2-4-65) has been enclosed without approvals and
permits.
2. Electrical appears to have been installed without approvals and permits.
3. Carport and attached addition at rear of property has been constructed without required
approvals and permits
4. It appears rear unpermitted addition at rear of property is being used as a separate living
quarter
5. House number must be posted and visible from the street.
Access to interiors of structures was not gained. Therefore; additional substandard conditions and
building code violations may become evident during subsequent site visits..
A permit record search from Las Angeles County is recommended. Enclosed are instructions
on where to obtain this information.
PER-NUTS 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)569-21:-)2
April 29, 2003
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3243 Delmar Avenue
REVISED
Substandard Conditions
1. Household appliances are being stored at side and rear of property.
2. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors.
3. Water heater temperature & pressure relief piping must terminate outside within6" of grade.
4. Carport with attached addition at rear of property is dilapidated and requires repair and
paint.
Building Code Violations
10' x 20' screened porch (approved 2-4-65) has been enclosed without approvals and
permits.
2. Electrical appears to have been installed without approvals and permits
3. Carport and attached addition at rear of property has been constructed without required
approvals and permits
4. It appears rear unpermitted addition at rear of property is being used as a separate living
quarter.
5. House number must be posted and visible from the street
Access to interiors of structures was not gained., Therefore, additional substandard conditions and
buildine code violations may become evident during subsequent site visits.
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 A.M., Monday through Thursday, and from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., Thursdays.
ROSE ARGUELLO
Building Inspector
(626)569-2132
MAYOR:
ROBERT W. BRUESOH
MAYOR PRO TEM:
JOE b'ASOUE-
COUNGILMEMBERS:
MARGARET CLARK
JAY-,. IMPERIAL
GARYA TAYLOR
October 14. 2002
Rafael F. Villegas, Andrea Villegas,
& Gustavo Villegas
3243 Del Mar Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
Dear Property Owners:
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8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD - RO. BOX 399
ROSENAEAD, CALIFORMA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569,2100
FAX (626) 307-9216
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
RE: SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3243 Del Mar 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 fifteen (15) days after receipt of this notice.
Be advised that if you are renting this property to others the Citv may 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
allowed for interest taxes dereciation or amortization wiih 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 fifteen
(15) days after posting of this notice on the subject 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 information 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.
Sincere
SIGNED
JAMES D. DONOVAN
Deputy Building Official
Date P
October 1- 2002
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3243 Delmar Avenue
Substandard Conditions
Household appliances are being stored at side and rear of property.
2. Window security bars in sleeping rooms lack approved release mechanism for emergency
eLRess.
3. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors.
4. Water heater temperature & pressure relief piping must terminate outside within 6" of grade.
5. Trash; junk and debris is being stored at underneath patio cover.
6. Carport and attached shed at rear of property is dilapidated and requires repair and paint.
Building Code Violations
1. 10' x 20' screened porch (approved 2-4-65) has been enclosed without approvals and
pen-nits.
2. Plumbing and electrical appears to have been installed without approvals and permits.
3. Carport and attached shed at rear of property has been constructed without required
approvals and permits
4. House number must be posted and visible from the street.
Access to interiors ofstructures was not gained. Therefore, additional substandard conditions and
building code violations may become evident during subsequent site visits.
PERMIT'S 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
MAYOR:
ROBERT W. B RUE SOH
MAYOR PRO TEM:
JOE VASQUEZL
COUNCILMEMBERS:
MARGARETCLARK
JAYT IMPERIAL
GARY A. TAYLOR
July 17, 2002
Rafael F., Andrea, and
Gustavo V"illegas
3243 Del Mar Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
Dear Property Owners:
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3243 Del Mar 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 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 von 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,
v ~
ad
8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399
ROSEME.AD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
BILL CROWE
City Manager
City of Rosemead
June 13. 2002
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3243 Delmar Avenue
Substandard Conditions
1. Household appliances are being stored at side and rear of property.
2. Window security bars in sleeping rooms lack approved release mechanism for emergency
egress
3. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors.
4. Water heater temperature & pressure relief piping must tenninate outside within 6" of grade.
5. Trash, junk and debris is being stored at underneath patio cover.
6. Carport and attached shed at rear of property is dilapidated and requires repair and paint.
Building Code Violations
1. 10' x 20' screened porch (approved 2-4-65) has been enclosed without approvals and
permits.
2. Addition at rear of screened porch has been constructed without approvals and permits.
3. Plmnbing and electrical appears to have been, installed without approvals and permits.
4. Carport and attached shed at rear of property has been constructed without required
approvals and permits
5. House number must be posted and visible from the street.
Access to interiors of structures was not gained. Therefore, additional substandard conditions and
building code violations may become evident during subsequent site visits.
PERMITS ARE REQU1RED 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)569-213'?
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