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REHAB – Approval of Minutes 02-25-97 NOT O, FIOI.k UNTIL APPROVED BY TEE ROS.EI + i.AD REHABILITATION APPS A.. u BOARD MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING ROSEMEAD BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD FEBRUARY 25, 1997 The regular meeting of the Rosemead Building Rehabilitation Appeals Board was called to order by Chairman Clark at 7:02 p.m. in the Conference Room of City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. The Pledge to the Flag was led by Vice-Chairman Imperial. The Invocation was delivered by Boardmember Taylor ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS: Present: Boardmembers Bruesch, Taylor, Vasquez, Vice-Chairman Imperial, and Chairman Clark Absent: None APPROVAL OF'MINUTES: JANUARY 28, 1997 -REGULAR MEETING I. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH The Board Secretary administered the oath to all persons wishing to address the Board. II. HEARINGS The following item was taken out of order in deference to those in the audience. C. 8749-51 MISSION DRIVE The subject property consists of four rental units with a possible garage conversion. The property is zoned C-1. Initial inspection was conducted on July 31, 1996 based on a referral from Los Angeles County Fire Department. A 'Please Letter"was mailed to the property owner on August 5, 1996. On August 6, 1996,the owner called to schedule an inspection, however called again the following day to cancel. Inspection on September 4, 1996 revealed only minor cleanup at the rear of the property, The Building Official declared the property substandard and filed a Declaration of Substandard with the Los Angeles County Recorder's office. A"Thirty Day" certified letter was mailed and posted on the property on September 18, 1996, requesting abatement of the substandard conditions. Subsequent inspections in October,November, and December 1996 showed no progress. On January 8,, 1997, another trash letter was sent to the owner and tenants. Inspection on January 23, 1.997 revealed no improvement. A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on February 11, 1997. All interested parties have been notified. The City Building Official recommends that the Board find the property substandard and order all substandard conditions removed and/or corrected by April 1, 1996. Yusan Tong, 842 Calle La Prima Vera, Glendale, property owner was present and read a letter to the Board outlining the problems they havehad to deal with and their efforts in. correcting the items on the list of defects. Ms. Tong continued that all debris has been removed, there are no inoperable vehicles on the property, roof does not leak, and listed various other items thathave been fixed, and, if not, why they cannot fix them. REHAB 2=25-97 Page#1 James Guerra,Building Official, stated that inspection today revealed that basically portions of the original items on the list of defects remain the same. Mr. Guerra continued that there are still 3 inoperable vehicles without current registrations on the property and confirmed with a tenant that the garage had been vacated, but the door cannot be opened for inspection. Mr. Guerra stated that the last contact with the owner was in August. Boardmeinber Taylor asked Ms. Tong about the inoperable vehicles. Ms. Tong responded that the last time she was on the property, approximately 30 days ago, the cars were movable. Vice-Chairman Imperial requested that Mr. Tong be present at the next hearing as he was the one that dealt with the inspectors previously. Boardmembers Taylor and Bruesch requested that an appointment be arranged for both Mr. and Mrs. Tong to meet with the Building Inspector at the property to go over the list of defects. Discussion ensued that this item be continued to the March 25, 1997 meeting. Chairman Clark requested that a stipulation be added that there is progress shown before the meeting of March 25th. MOTION BY'BOARDMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY BOARDMEMBER. TAYLOR that the Board find the property substandard and order all substandard conditions corrected by March 10, 1997, and return for re-hearing on March 25, 1997. Vote resulted: Aye: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial, Bruesch No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Chairman declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. Vice-Chairman requested a memo from the Planning Department explaining why the Tong's request for an electrical permit was denied. B. 3371 BURTON AVENUE-HEARING The subject property consists of a vacant single family residence located in the R-1 zone. A "Please Letter"was mailed to the property owner on June 24th, and a "bulky item" trash notice was sent on July 8, 1996. Inspection on July 25, 1996. revealed the yard had been cut, but no other visible improvement had been made. The electric meter had been shut off and locked by Southern California Edison. A neighbor informed the building inspector that the owner resided m a rest home and that his son was maintaining the property. The Building Official declared the property substandard and filed a Declaration of Substandard with the Los Angeles County Recorder's office. A "Thirty Day" certified letter was mailed and posted on the property on August 9, 1996, requesting abatement of the substandard conditions. The letter was returned "unclaimed" and was sent again by first class mail. On September 4, 1996, the owner's son, John Newell, contacted the building inspector. he indicated that he was in the process of cleaning the property and that he would call back to schedule an inspection when he could meet with the inspector at the site. A follow-up inspection was made on September 12, 1996, however no progress was observed. On October 2, 1996, another trash notice was sent. John Newell phoned again on October 7, 1996 to request an additional time and stated the work would be complete by the end of the month. Inspection on October 28, 1996 revealed some yard area cleanup. John Newell was present and was reminded of permit requirements and to request inspection when the work was complete. Progress inspections in December 1996 and January 1997 showed no additional progress. A third trash notice was mailed on January 7, 1997.. REHAB 2-25-97 Page#2 A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on February 11, 1997: All interested parties have been notified. The City Building Official recommends that the Board find the property substandard and order all substandard conditions removed and/or corrected by April 1, 1997. However, if permits and approvals are obtained and sufficient progress is achieved by April 1, 1997, the abatement date may be extended to May 1, 1997. The building shall remain secure against unlawful entry. Mr. Guerra reported that the inspection today revealed no change in the conditions. John Newell, 2764 Santa Clarita Road, Santa Clarita, son of the owners,was present to answer any questions. Mr.Newell stated that his parents are currently in a rest home; however, his father wishes to return home and he is maintaining the property until that date. Mr. Newell continued that he has cleaned up the property somewhat, but the remaining items are large and bulky. Boardmember Taylor requested a commitment from.Mr.Newell to begin correcting the list of defects. Mr. Newell stated that he disagrees with some of the items on the list of defects; however, in reviewing the list, agreed that many of the items listed need to be corrected. Mr. Guerra requested that a meeting with a building inspector and Mr. Newell at the property be arranged to go over the list of defects. MOTION BY BOARDMEMBER BRUES'CH, SECOND BY BOARDMEMBER VASQUEZ that the Board find the property substandard and order all substandard conditions removed and/or corrected by April 1, 1997. However, if permits and approvals are obtained and sufficient progress is achieved by April 1, 1997, the abatement date may be extended to May 1,. 1997.. The building shall remain secure against unlawful entry. Vote resulted: Aye: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial, Taylor No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Chairman declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. A. 3039-3043 ANGELUS AVENUE The subject property consists of two, tenant-occupied dwelling, two accessory building, and an illegally occupied garage conversion. The property is zoned R-2. A"Please Letter" was mailed to the property owner on March 26, and a"bulky item" trash notice was sent to both the owner and tenants on March 28, 1996. Inspection on April 3, 1996, with the owner present, revealed no progress. The items on the list of defects were discussed and explained. Inspection on May 6, 1996, showed some progress toward yard area and exterior cleanup. Further progress was noted in June. However, inspections in July and August revealed no further improvement had been made. The Building Official declared the property substandard and filed a Declaration of Substandard with the Los Angeles County Recorder's office. A"Thirty Day" certified letter was mailedand posted on the property on September 10, 1996, requesting abatement of the substandard conditions. The letter was returned"unclaimed" and was sent again by first class mail. On October 2, 1996, another trash notice was sent. No substantial progress was observed during follow-up inspections in October, November and December 1996. Inspection on February 5, 1997 also revealed no progress. A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on February 11, 1997. All interested parties have been notified. REHAB 2-25-97 Page#3 The City Building Official recommends that the Board find the property substandard and order all substandard conditions removed and/or corrected by April 1, 1997. However, if the converted garage is vacated, and sufficient progress is achieved by April 1, 1997, the abatement date may be extended to May 1, 1997. Mr. Guerra stated that he and the Planning Director have talked,to the owner and the owner agrees to the conditions. MOTION BY BOARDMEMBER TAYLOR, SECOND BY BOARDMEMBER VASQUEZ that the Board find the property substandard and order all substandard conditions removed and/or corrected by April 1, 1997. However, if the converted garage is vacated, and. sufficient progress is achieved by April 1, 1997, the abatement date may be extended to May 1, 1997. Vote resulted: Aye: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial, Taylor No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Chairman declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. M. STATUS REPORTS A. SUBSTANDARD BUILDINGS AND PROPERTIES No action required on this item. B. BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD No action required on this item. C. CITY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY REFERRAL UPDATE No action required on this item. IV. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS Vice-Chairman Imperial requested an update on 4623 Earle Avenue. Mr. Guerra responded that there has not been any changes a Bench Warrant is still outstanding for the new owner. V. ADJOURNMENT There being no further action to be taken at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 25, 1997, at 7:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted: APPROVED: Board Secretary CHAIRMAN REHAB 2-25-97 Page#4