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Rehab Appeals Board - Item 2A - 7821 Garvalia AveTO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD FROM: FRANK G. TRIPEPI, CITY MANAGER ~W DATE: FEBRUARY 19, 2002 RE: 7821 GARVALIA AVENUE - HEARING The subject property consists of a tenant-occupied single family dwelling located in the R-2 zone. This case was initiated in August, 2001, and no compliance has been achieved in over six months. Case chronology as follows:. • August 8, 2001 - Please letter mailed to property owner. • September 10, 2001 - Inspection. No progress. • September 17, 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 on property. • October 16, 2001 - Mr. Palmer, property owner, left message on Building Department voice mail system. He stated that he had suffered a heart attack and that he was dealing with uncooperative tenants. He requested a 60 day extension, which the Building Official granted. Later that day a letter was received from Mr. Palmer via fax requesting a 100 day extension. He provided documentation that he had indeed been hospitalized for a heart attack. • November 2, 2001 - Inspection. No progress. • December 4, 2001 - Inspection. No progress REHAB AGENDA FEB 2 6 2002 ITEM No. _ ,~C_7 A • January 3, 2002 - Inspection. No progress. • February 4, 2002 - Inspection. Very minor progress. The tenant informed the building inspector that the owner refuses to make any repairs with the exception of exterior paint and the repair of the garage wiring. Mr. Palmer has not made any further contact with staff and no permits have been obtained. A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on February 11, 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 April 1, 2002. However, if sufficient progress is achieved by April 1, 2002, the abatement date may be extended to May 1, 2002. MAYOR: JAY T. IMPERIAL MAYOR PRO TEM: ROBEATV ERUESCH COUNCILMEMBERS: MARGARETCLARK GARY A. TAYLOR JOEVASOUEZ February 11, 2001 Michael M. Palmer 15671 Davis Cup Lane Ramona. CA 92085 i~c~ ~ as~s~d 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 809-2100 FAX (626) 307-9218 SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7821 Garvalia Avenue 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. February 26, 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: LEGAL DESCRIPTION ASSESSOR'S 9: STEVEN C. BAILEY Building Official 7821 GARVALIA AVENUE COMPLETE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE 5284-035-011 Date Posted: - ' - 0 . By: February 4, 2002 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7821 Garvalia Avenue Substandard Conditions 1. Floor coverings are damaged/deteriorated throughout. 2. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. 3. Unit lacks working smoke detectors. 4. Interior walls and ceilings are damaged throughout and require repair and paint. 5. Faulty plumbing fixtures in bathroom and kitchen. 6. Walls in bathtub area are damaged. 7. Window screens are missing in several locations. 8. Electrical cover plates are missing in several locations. 9. Frame around exterior doors are damaged and require repair and paint. 10. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations and require repair and paint. 11. Under floor vent screens are missing in several locations. 12. Bathroom sink and bathtub lacks proper seal, causing insanitary conditions. 13. Sink and water closet are loose. 14. It appears roof is deteriorated in several locations and lacks the sound and effective weather protection. Page 2 Building Code Violation It appears windows at rear of dwelling have been replaced without the required pemtits and approvals. 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 FROM JUL.30.33 57AM P.001 i F/ ,T MAYOR: JAY T. IMPERIAL MAYOR PRO -EM: ROBERT W, BRUESCH COUNCILMEMBERS: MARGARET CLARK GARY A. TAYLOR JOEVASOUEZ September 17, 2001 Michael M. Palmer 15671 Davis Cup Lane Ramona, CA 92085 Dear Mr. Palmer: 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 7821 Garvalia Avenue 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 rentine 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) housine." 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, G~~~~~N~~, S[GNED STEVEN C. BAILEY Building Official Date Posted: 9 - ` - 0 , By: September 10, 2001 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7821 Garvalia Avenue Substandard Conditions 1. Floor coverings are damaged/deteriorated throughout. 2. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. 3. Unit lacks workingsmoke detectors. 4. Interior walls and ceilings are damaged throughout and require repair and paint. 5. Faulty plumbing fixtures in bathroom and kitchen. 6. Walls in bathtub area are damaged. 7. Window screens are missing in several locations. 8. Electrical cover plates are missing in several locations. 9. Hazardous electrical wiring in garage. 10. Frame around exterior doors are damaged and require repair and paint. 11. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations and require repair and paint. 12. Under floor vent screens are missing in several locations. 13. Bathroom sink and bathtub lacks proper seal, causing insanitary conditions. 14. Faulty plumbing fixtures in bathroom and kitchen. 15. It appears roof is deteriorated iri several locations and lacks the sound and effective weather protection. Page 2 Building Code Violation It appears windows at rear of dwelling have been replaced without the required permits and approvals. 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: ROBERT W. BRUESCH COUNCILMEMBERS: MARGARET CLARK GARY A. TAYLOR JOEVASOUEZ August 8, 2001 Michael M. Palmer 10211 Gaul Way Spring Valley, CA 91977 Dear Property Owner: SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7821 Garvalia 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 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 itch .9,, ()scmcad 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100 FAX (626) 307-9218 August 7, 2001 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7821 Garvalia Avenue Substandard Conditions 1. Floor coverings are damaged/deteriorated throughout. 2. Water heater lacks the required, seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. 3. Unit lacks working smoke detectors. 4. Interior walls and ceilings are damaged throughout and require repair and paint. Faulty plumbing fixtures in bathroom and kitchen. 6. Walls in bathtub area are damaged. Window screens are missing in several locations. 8. Electrical cover plates are missing in several locations. Hazardous electrical wiring in garage. 10. Frame around exterior doors are damaged and require repair and paint. 11. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations and require repair and paint. 12. Under floor vent screens are missing in several locations. 13. Bathroom sink and bathtub lacks proper seal, causing insanitary conditions. 14. Faulty plumbing fixtures in bathroom and kitchen. 15. It appears roof is deteriorated in several locations and lacks the sound and effective weather protection. Paee 2 Building Code Violation 1. It appears windows at rear of dwelling have been replaced without the required permits and approvals. PEMN TTS 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 ARG.UELLO Building Inspector (626)569-2132 Y - SITE PLAN