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Rehab Appeals Board - Item 2A - 9106-9108 Valley Blvd HearingTO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD FROM: FRANK G. TRIPEPI, CITY MANAGER DATE: MAY 21, 2002 RE: 9106 - 9108 VALLEY BOULEVARD - HEARING The subject property consists of a four unit apartment building located in the CBD-D zone. All units are tenant-occupied. The case was initiated on September, 2001, and no compliance has been achieved in over eight months. Case chronology as follows: • September 13, 2001 - Please letter mailed to property owner. • October 24, 2001 - Inspection. No progress. • October 31, 2001 - 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 and posted. • November 26, 2001 - "Rehab" permit obtained by property owner. • December 20, 2001 - Inspection. No progress. • January 23, 2002 - Inspection. No progress • January 29, 2002 - Inspection. Minor progress. Revised list of defects complied and faxed to property manager. REHAB AGENDA MAY 2 8 2002 ITEM No. 77-. • March 19, 2002 - Inspection. Additional progress made at 9106. No access gained to other units. No progress on exterior violations. • April 7, 2002 - Inspection attempted. No interior access. No progress on exterior. • May 2, 2002 - Inspection attempted. No interior access. No progress on exterior. A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on May 7, 2002. 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, 2002. However, if sufficient progress is achieved by July 1, 2002, the abatement date may be extended to August 1, 2002. MAYOR: JAY T. IMPERIAL MAYOR PRO TEM: ROSERTW. BRUESCH COUNCILMEMBERS: MARGARET CLARK GARY A. TAYLOR JOEVASOUEZ May 7, 2002 Yung-Sheng Liao Stella P. C. Liao 21621 Brookside Court Walnut, CA 91789 C oscmc ad 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100 FAX (626) 307-9218 SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 9106 - 9108 Valley Boulevard 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 28.2002. 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: 9106 - 9108 VALLEY BOULEVARD LEGAL DESCRIPTION: COMPLETE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE ASSESSOR'S 8594-001-012 LrJ STEVEN C. BAILEY Building Official Date Posted: By: May 2, 2002 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 9106-08 Valley Boulevard Revised General 1. Appliances are being stored at rear of property. 2. Trash, junk and debris is being stored underneath carports. 9106 Substandard Conditions Bedroom lacks the required emergency egress release device. 2. Unit lacks required/working smoke detectors. 3. Exterior doors are damaged and lack proper weather stripping. (Front and rear) 4. Plumbing fixtures in kitchen are damaged. Building Code Violation 1. Plumbing at exterior has been installed without the required permits and approvals. (Laundry area) 9106 Substandard Conditions 1. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. 2. Unit lacks working smoke detectors. 3. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations and require repair and paint. 4. Faulty plumbing at exterior. 5. Floor covering at top of stairs is damaged and requires repair. (Leading to units 9106 % and 9108 % ) 9108 Substandard Conditions Faulty plumbing in bathroom, causing water damage throughout bathroom. 2. Electrical covers plates are missing in livingroom. Floor and walls in hallway are damaged. 4. Basement door and interior walls are damaged due to water leaking from bathroom. 5. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors and proper vent clearance. (Read and follow instructions on manufacture listing for proper clearances). 6. Unit lacks working smoke detectors. 7. Several window frames are damaged and require repair. 9118 '/2 Substandard Conditions Floor is damaged in washroom and requires repair. 2. Ceiling in several locations is damaged and requires repair and paint. 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J.. o IA T O 5 1 n ~ l YJ ~ 9 ~ A y D K Nn C -C 0 9A~ O C a a p A 1 MAYOR: JAY T. IMPERIAL MAYOR PRO TEM: ROBERT W BRUESCR COUNCILMEMBERS: MARGARETCLARK GARY A. TAYLOR JOE VASOUEZ October 30, 2001 Yung-Sheng Liao Stella P. C. Liao 21621 Brookside Court Walnut, CA 91789 Dear Mr. & Mrs. Liao: r 1 - i ltC~ yr 5mcad 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100 FAX (626) 307-9218 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 9106 - 9108 Valley Boulevard 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 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 be allowed for interest taxes depreciation or amortization ..with respect to substandard (rental) housing." 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 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, ORIGINAL SIGNED STEVEN C. BAILEY Building Official Date Posted: By: October 24, 2001 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 9106-08 Valley Boulevard 9106 Substandard Conditions Plumbing fixtures in kitchen and bathroom are damaged. 2. Drain line under kitchen sink leaks. 3. Window screens are missinghorn in several locations. 4. Sub floor in kitchen is damaged, causing floor to sag. 5. Walls and ceiling are damaged in kitchen and bathroom and require repair and paint. 6. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. Unit lacks proper combustion air openings. 7. Improper seal around kitchen sink, causing insanitary conditions. 8. Bedroom lacks the required emergency egress release device. 9. Unit lacks required/working smoke detectors. 10. Exterior doors are damaged and lack proper weather stripping- 9106 Substandard Conditions 1. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. 2. Unit lacks working smoke. detectors. 3.. Interior walls and ceilings are damaged throughout and require repair and paint. 4. Faulty plumbing fixtures in bathroom and kitchen. Page 2 5. Walls in bathtub area are damaged. 6. Window screens are missing in several locations. 7. Windows are damaged in several locations, causing not to close properly. 8. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations and require repair and paint. 9. Bathroom sink and bathtub lack proper seal, causing insanitary conditions. 10. Roof is deteriorated in several locations and lacks the sound and effective weather protection. 11. Faulty plumbing at extenor. 12. Hazardous electrical wiring in rear room. 13. Floor in rear room is damaged and requires repair. 14. Visible insect infestation. 16. Overgrown vegetation in front of property. 17. Bathroom lacks proper ventilation. 9108 Substandard Conditions 1. Faulty plumbing in bathroom, causing water damage throughout bathroom. 2. Electrical covers plates are missing in livingroom. 3. Floor and walls in hallway are damaged. 4. Basement door and interior walls are damaged due to water leaking from bathroom. 5. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors and proper vent clearance. Read and follow instructions on manufacture listing for proper clearances. 6.. Unit lacks working smoke detectors. Page 3 Building Code Violation 1. All units lack posted address. 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)569-2132 MAYOR: JAY T. IMPERIAL MAYOR PRO TEM: ROSERTW. BRUESCH COUNCILMEMBERS: MAPGARETCLARK GARY A. TAYLOR JOEVASOUE September 13, 2001 Lung Sheng Liao Stella Liao 21621 Brookside Court Walnut, CA 91789 Dear Property Owners: SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 9106 - 9108 Valley Boulevard 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 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 f~i~c~ ~ ©ser 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100 FAX (626) 307-9218 September 10, 2001 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 9106-08 Valley Boulevard 9106 Substandard Conditions 1. Plumbing fixtures in kitchen sink and bathroom are damaged. 2. Plumbing under kitchen sink leaks. 3. Window screens are missing/tom in several locations. 4. Sub floor in kitchen is damaged, causing floor coveri ng to sag. 5. Walls and ceiling are damaged in kitchen and bathroom. 6. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. Unit lacks proper combustible air openings. 7. Improper seal around kitchen sink, causing insanitary conditions. 8. One on the bedrooms lacks the required emergency egress release device. 9. Unit lacks required/working smoke detectors. 10. Exterior doors are damaged and lack proper weather stripping. 9106 '/2 Substandard Conditions 1. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. 2. Unit lacks working smoke detectors. 3. Interior walls and ceilings are damaged throughout and require repair and paint. 4. Faulty plumbing fixtures in bathroom and kitchen. Page 2 5. Walls in bathtub area are damaged. 6. Window screens are missing in several locations. 7. Windows are damaged in several locations, causing not to close properly. 8. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations and require repair and paint. 9. Bathroom sink and bathtub lacks proper seal, causing insanitary conditions. 10. Roof is deteriorated in several locations and lacks the sound and effective weather protection. 11. Faulty plumbing at exterior. 12. Hazardous electrical wiring in rear room 13. Floor in rear room is damaged and requires repair. 14. Visible insect infestation. 16. Overgrown vegetation in front of property. 17. Bathroom lacks proper ventilation. 9108 Substandard Conditions 1. Faulty plumbing in bathroom, causing water damage throughout bathroom. 2. Electrical covers missing in livingroom. 3.. Floor and walls in hallway are damaged. 4. Basement door and interior walls are damaged due to water leaking from bathroom. 5. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors and proper vent support. Read and follow instructions on manufacture listing for proper clearances. 6. Unit lacks working smoke detectors. Page 3 Building Code Violation 1. All units lack posted address. PERINIITS 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)569-2112 I~ - - SITE PLANT r ~v'12 ti( r 1i May 28, 2002 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 9106-08 Valley Boulevard Revised General 1. Appliances are being stored at rear of property. 2. Trash, junk and debris is being stored underneath carports. 9106 Substandard Conditions 1. Bedroom lacks the required emergency egress release device. 2. Unit lacks required/working smoke detectors. 0 O 3. Exterior doors are damaged and lack proper weather stripping. (Front and rear) 4. Plumbing fixtures in kitchen are damaged. Q-0 Building Code Violation 1. Plumbin at.exten . or has been installed without the required permits and approvals. (Laundry area) o r~cX 9106 '/a Substandard Conditions 1. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P~piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards.. C 0 e ~e 0. 2. Unit lacks working smoke detectors. CEO v~- f 3. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations and require repair and paint. Cpw ~~e ~~lL 4. Faulty plumbing at exterior. L Dr~~~ ~d 5. Floor covering at top of stairs i damaged and requires repair. (Leading to units 9106 '/x and 9108 '/I) UD 9108 Substandard Conditions nn D 1 C 4- .Ct' 1. Faulty plumbing in bathroom, causing water damage, throughout bathmom. 2. Electrical covers plates are missing in livingroom. C .fly 3. Floor and walls in hallway are damaged. 0 B 4. Basement door and interior walls are damaged due to water leaking from bathroom. L O 5. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors and proper vent clearance. (Read and follow instructions on manufacture listing for proper clearances). 6. Unit lacks working smoke detectors. 7. Several window frames are damaged and require repair. 9118% Substandard Conditions 1. Floor is damaged in washroom and requires repair. 2. Ceiling in several locations is damaged and requires repair and paint. Q-C 0-q 3. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors T/P~piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. 4.. Unit lacks the required smoke detectors. J (-O 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)569-2132 9106-08 Valley BI.00.JPG 5282002 9106-08 Valley B1.02.JPG 5282002 9106M Valley BI.0I.JPG 5282002 910608 Valley B1.03.JPG 528/1002