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TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS
BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD
FROM: FRANK G. TRIPEPI, CITY MANAGER
DATE: May 19, 1998 •
RE: 3202 ROSEMEAD PLACE - HEARING
The subject property consists of an owner-occupied single family dwelling located in the R-I zone.
The residence has allegedly been altered to accommodate six separate tenants. Prior to the property
rehabilitation case being initiated, the City Code Enforcement Officer was able to verify that there
were two kitchens, four telephone lines, and at least three refrigerators at the location.
In April, 1993, a building permit was issued for an addition of 1349 square feet-three bedrooms and
two bathrooms. As a condition of permit issuance, Planning Department required that the property
be maintained as a single family occupancy.
A "Please Letter" was mailed to the property owner on October 28, 1997. Inspection on November
18, 1997 revealed no progress. The Building Official declared the property substandard and filed a
Declaration of Substandard Property with the Los Angeles County Recorder's office. A"Thirty Day"
certified letter was mailed and posted on the property on December 9, 1997, requesting abatement
of the substandard conditions. On December 10, 1997,the owner's granddaughter phoned to inform
staff that plans for the unpermitted alterations were being prepared. On December 23, 1997, plans
were submitted for plan check by the architect. The plans were approved and ready for issuance on
December 30, 1997. The owner and the architect were notified. Inspection on January 8, 1998
revealed no progress. On January 26, 1998, a building permit was issued to Wai King Au, the
property owner, to legalize the unpermitted bath and laundry room. The permit was issued on the
condition that the second kitchen be removed and that access to the interior of the entire residence
be provided.
REHAB AGENDA
MAY 2 ti 1998
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Since that time, Building Department staff has had difficulty making contact with the owner.
Communication is usually through the granddaughter, or by leaving messages on the answering
machine. The building inspector attempted to make personal contact at the site. No one would
answer the door, although it appeared evident that someone was inside. On March 11, 1998, the
inspector was able to meet the granddaughter at the property. The list of defects was explained and
discussed. Partial interior access was gained. On April 14, 1998,telephone contact was again made
with the granddaughter in an attempt to gain access to the remainder of the house. A"bulky item"
trash notice was also mailed that day. No response was received from the owner regarding the
requested access. Staff contacted the architect and requested that he convey to the owner the
significance of the situation. On April 21, 1998, a list of corrections from the previous partial
inspection was mailed to the owner. To date, no access has been gained, nor has the owner made any
further contact with staff.
A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on May 5, 1998. 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
be removed and/or corrected by July 1, 1998.
ROBERT W.BRUESCM `P- f a� \tead
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JAY T.IMPERIAL TELEPHONE(626)288-6671
GARY A.TAYLOR - FAX(626)307-9218
May 5, 1998
Wai King Au SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3202 Rosemead Place 3202 Rosemead Place
Rosemead, CA 91770 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, May 26, 1998 at 7:00 p.m., in the
City Hall, 883S 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: 3202 ROSEMEAD PLACE
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: COMPLETE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE
ASSESSOR'S n: 8595-006-007
JAMES M. GUERRA
Building Official
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STEVEN C. BAILEY
Deputy Building Official
Date Posted: S - - i Y By:
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March 11, 1998
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3202 Rosemead Place
1. Alterations at the interior of the front half of dwelling have been constructed without
proper permits and approvals.
2. Storage and debris at rear of property to be removed.
3. Water heater installation missing vent, straps, etc.
Access to rear of dwelling not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may exist.
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 Friday and between 4:00 - 600 p.m., Thursdays.
CHRISTOPHER LEA
Senior Building Inspector
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December 8, 1997 CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Wai-King Au
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3202 Rosemead Place 3202 Rosemead Place
Rosemead, CA 91770 Rosemead, CA 91770 •
Dear Ms. Au:
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 of the 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 thirty (30) days after receipt
of this letter. Be advised if you are renting this property to others the City may file a Notice of Non-Compliance with
the State Franchise Tax Board. Revenue and Taxation Code, Section 17274 states: "No deduction shall he allowed
for interest, taxes depreciation or amortization _with respect to substandard (rental) housing."
This notice will be posted on the property. Thin 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 thirty (30) 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,
JAMES M. GUERRA
Building Official
STEVEN C. BAILEY
Deputy Building Official
Date Posted: • 9. 9 7 By:
November 18, 1997
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3202 Rosemead Place •
1. Alterations at the interior of the front half of dwelling have been constructed without
proper permits and approvals.
2. Storage and debris at rear of property to be removed.
3. Water heater installation missing vent, straps, etc.
Access to rear of dwelling not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may exist.
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 Friday and between 4:00 - 600 p.m., Thursdays.
CHRISTOPHER LEA
Senior Building Inspector
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October 28, 1997
Wai King Au SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3202 Rosemead Place 3202 Rosemead Place
Rosemead, CA 91770 Rosemead, CA 91770
Dear Rosemead Property Owner:
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 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,
FRANK G. TRIPEPI
City Manager
City of Rosemead
October 27, 1997
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3202 Rosemead Place
1. Alterations at the interior of the front half of dwelling have been constructed without
proper permits and approvals.
2. Storage and debris at rear of property to be removed.
3. Water heater installation missing vent, straps, etc.
Access to rear of dwelling not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may exist.
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 Friday and between 4:00 - 600 p.m., Thursdays.
CHRISTOPHER LEA
Senior Building Inspector
COMPLAINT FOR LANDLORD
October 16, 1997
ATTNMr. Milan Mrakich
Rosemead City Hall
8838 E. Valley Blvd.
Rosemead, Ca 91770
Re: COMPLAINT FOR LANLORD
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am a tenant of Landlord Mrs. Wai King Au, whose house is located at 3202
Rosemead Place, Rosemead, Ca 91770. Now I submit this letter of complaint for this
lady. She rented this house to many tenants without any legal formalities for example of
rental receipts. I spoke to her:you should give me rent receipt if rented your room.
Then she was so unpleasant about my suggestion. She said:"no any tenant asked the rent
receipt from me. Why do you want me to write the receipt? ". Since then, she has been
angry about my suggestion. She threatened me every day and said: "lam landlord, I
have a right to let you get off I could call some people to open your door and throw all
your stuffs out on the outside street. I answered her: "I am very busy and have no time to
augur with you. You should talk these with my lawyer.
It was hot day on September 13, 1997 10:30 AM then. I found my meat and vegetables,
stored in the refrigerator, and my two roommate's meat off the refrigerator and defroze
on the ground. I was mad about her illegal action and violation. I took my camera to
photograph the site and knocked at her door. She was impolite to keep staying inside and
not to open her door any way.
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I hoped to talk about her illegal action with her in peaceful manner. She kept her door
locked. I called police to come over here. Police put everything on the table. The police
was asked to take picture and report the facts and site. The police let me report to
Rosemead city hall directly.
So, I am writing you to report everything happened in my residence. Here has been not
safe enough to live any longer. I have to report city hall administration that:
(1). She was illegal to make construction in her house such as remodeling of bedroom,
back yard house and kitchen room without any city hall permit.
(2). She rented the house to ten about tenants and rented one bed to one student without
any other space. She charged the student$ 10/each day and charged other student rent $
15/each day including food. So many tenants gathered in the same house. Fighting and
auguring happened every day in the house. We could not sleep well due to noise.
(3). She still disturbed and threatened me and tenants. For example, she took off air
conditioner when it was hot weather in summer; turned the gas down in purpose of
stooping the tenants to cook meals; always took my stuffs such meals and vegetables off
the refrigerator.
I declare that all the above fact is true and correct under the law of California. The
landlord's illegal action and behavior really increased my psychological pressure and
burden and damage the peaceful atmosphere, and affected my normal work It is
requested that the report would draw your attention to this matter and the further
investigation would be made by the officers of city ball administration. Please protect
all interest of me and all tenants and help us restrain her violation.
Respectfidly,
Lily‘e Yue Yee
Tenant and Resident
Rosemead, Ca 91770 Page 2
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October 15, 1997
King Au Wai
3202 Rosemead Place
Rosemead, Ca., 91770
Subject Property: 3202 Rosemead Place
Rosemead, Ca. 91770
Dear Property Owner
A complaint regarding the above property has revealed conditions which are in violation of
ROSE.MEAD MUNICIPAL CODE Section: (9103.4)
1. No building shall be erected, and no existing building shall be moved,altered,added to or
enlareed,nor shall any land, building or premises be used, designed or intended to be used for any
purpose or in any manner other than a use listed as permitted in the respective zone in which such
land, building or premises is located.
It is alleged that you have converted your residence into a four(4) unit apartment complex. Upon
initial inspection on October 13, 1997 it was discovered there are two kitchens and three
refrigerators in what appears to be an altered interior.
It is requested that you take action necessary to correct the conditions that are in violation by
10/27/97. A follow up inspection will be conducted on that day, if the conditions in violation are
not alleviated by 10/27/97, this matter will be referred to the CITY ATTORNEY. We trust you
compliance will make legal action unnecessary.
If you have any questions in regards to this matter, please feel free to contact me at (626) 288-
6671, Extension 246.
Sincerely,
Milan Mrakich
Code Enforcement Officer
Planning Department
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