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Rehab Appeals Board - Item 2B - 3444 Lafayette St.TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD FROM: BILL CROWE, CITY MANAGER DATE: FEBRUARY 18, 2003 RE: 3444 LAFAYETTE STREET - HEARING The subject property consists of a single - family dwelling with unpermitted additions and alterations. There is an unpermitted building at the rear of the lot, also with additions and alterations, which is being used as a second unit. It appears the owner resides in the rear unit, while the front unit is tenant - occupied. The property is zoned R -2. This case was initiated in March, 2002, and compliance has not been achieved in nearly a year. Case chronology is as follows: • March 26, 2002 - "Please" letter and record search information mailed to property owner. • April 29, 2002 - Inspection: no progress. • May 7, 2002 - 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. • June 10, 2002 - Inspection: no progress. • July 11, 2002 -Inspection: no progress. • August 29, 2002 - Inspection: no progress. REHAB AGENDA FEB 2 5 2333 ITEM No.= ­6 • September 16, 2002 - Plans to legalize the unpermitted addition at the front house were submitted to Planning Department by owner's architect, Mr. Terence Kwok. • October 17, 2002 - Inspection: yard areas had been partially cleaned. • October 21, 2002 - Plans picked up for corrections from Planning Department. • November 1, 2002 - Inspection: no further progress. • December 18, 2002 - Building inspector telephoned architect to inquire about status of plans. Mr. Kwok indicated he would return plans within one week. • January 3, 2003 - Plans not returned. Inspector left message for Mr. Kwok - no response. • January 15, 2003 - Building Official at site. Owner was present, but would not acknowledge Mr. Donovan or answer the door. Mr. Donovan left his business card. To date, no contact has been made with the property owner, and Mr. Kwok has not e t lots for correction. I�vV^; �yl' h l A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the p �g r� ruary�00 11 interested parties have been notified. � .r,,,rt 1��,, CITY BUILDING OFFICIAL'S aR a NDATION: � It is recommended that We Bo9d find the property substandard and order all substandard conditions and buil code violations be removed and/or corrected by April 1, 2003. However, i the plans are r =ii with the required Planning Department corrections, and submitted for Building Department plan check by April 1, 2003, the abatement date may be extended to May 1, 2003. If plan check submittal proceeds, an additional extension to June 2, 2003, may be granted to allow time to make any necessary Building Department corrections and to obtain the required permits. MAYOR: ROBERTW. BRUESCH MAYOR PRO TEM:. JOE VASOUEZ COUNCILMEMBERS: MARGARET CLARK JAYT. IMPERIAL GARY A. TAYLOR February 11, 2003 Kin Lam 3444 Lafayette Street Rosemead, CA 91770 BB38 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 569.2100 FAX (626) 307 -9218 SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 3444 Lafayette Street 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 25, 2003. 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 #: ORIGINAL JAMES D. DONOVAN Deputy Building Official 3444 LAFAYETTE STREET LOT 201, TRACT 7353 5287- 012 -002 Date Posted: a /3 c 5 By: -,"- - CN S ` `` February 12, 200' ) LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 3444 LaFayette Avenue 3444 Substandard Conditions Window screens are missing in several locations. 2. Junk and debris are being stored throughout property 3. Unit lacks the required smoke detectors. 4. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations. 5. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. 6. Driveway is damaged in several areas, causing water not to drain properly. Zoning Code Violations Storage shed appears to be encroaching on required side property line setbacks. Building Code Violations It appears additions/alterations have been constructed without the required permits and approvals. 2. It appears electrical and plumbing have been installed without the required permits and approvals. 3. Windows have been replaced without the required permits and approvals. 3444 LaFavette Avenue Rear Building Substandard Conditions Window screens are missing/torn in several locations. 2. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations. Hazardous electrical wiring on building exterior and patio area. Unit lacks the required smoke detectors. Storage shed has been constructed without the required permits and approvals. Building Code Violations It appears building at rear of property has been constructed without the required permits and approvals and is being used as a second unit. It appears plumbing has been installed without the required permits and approvals. 3. It appears electrical has been installed without the required permits and approvals. It appears front porch and side patio have been constructed without the required permits and approvals. Record search is recommended. Enclosed is an information sheet on where to obtain this information. PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for repairs and may be obtained at the Building Department between the hours of 7:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M., Monday through Thursday, and between 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M., Thursday. Rose Arguello Building Inspector (626) 569 -2132 MAYOR: JAYT. IMPERIAL MAYOR PRO TEM: ROBERT W. BRUESCH COUNCILMEMBERS: MARGARET CLARK GARY A. TAYLOR JOEVASOUEZ May 7, 2002 Kiu Lam 3444 Lafayette Street Rosemead, CA 91770 Dear Ms. Lam: OScf toad MEMME 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 3444 Lafayette Street 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 prop= to others the City may file a Notice of Nan - 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 am., Monday through Thursday, and 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Thursday. Very truly yours, ORIGINAL SIGNED STEVEN C. BAILEY Building Official Date Posted: s 7 - ° D— By: K . cL � 5 � � ` C 9y April 29, 2002 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 3444 LaFayette Avenue 3444 Substandard Conditions 1. Window screens are missing in several locations. 2. Junk and debris are being stored throughout property. 3. Unit lacks the required smoke detectors. 4. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations. 5. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. 6. Driveway is damaged in several areas, causing water not to drain properly. Zoning Code Violations 1. Storage shed appears to be encroaching on required side property line setbacks. Building Code Violations It appears additions /alterations have been constructed without the required permits and approvals. 2. It appears electrical and plumbing have been installed without the required permits and approvals. 3. Windows have been replaced without the required permits and approvals. Rear Building Substandard Conditions Window screens are missing /tom in several locations. 2. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations. 3. Hazardous electrical wiring on building exterior and patio area. 4. Unit lacks the required smoke detectors. 5. Storage shed has been constructed without the required permits and approvals. Building Code Violations It appears building at rear of property have been constructed without the required permits and approvals and is being used as a second unit. 2. It appears plumbing has been installed without the required permits and approvals. 3. It appears electrical has been installed without the required permits and approvals. 4. It appears front porch and side patio have been constructed without the required permits and approvals. Record search is recommended. Enclosed is a information sheet on where to obtain this information. PERMIT 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 TEN: ROBERT W. BRUESCR COUNCILMEMBERS: MARGARET CLARX GARY A. TAYLOR JOE VASOUEZ March 27, 2002 Joe G. & Jesus Garibay 3444 Lafayette Street Rosemead, CA 91770 Dear Property Owners: 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 ROSEMEAD. CALIFORNIA 91770 TELEPHONE (626) 569 -2100 FAX (626) 307.9218 SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 3444 Lafayette Street 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 malting 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 March 20, 2002 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 3444 LaFayette Avenue 3444 Substandard Conditions I. Window screens are missing in several locations. 2. Junk and debris are being stored throughout property. 3. Unit lacks the required smoke detectors. 4. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations. 5. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. 6. Driveway is damaged in several areas, causing water not to drain properly. Zoning Code Violations 1. Storage shed appears to be encroaching on required side property line setbacks. Building Code Violations 1. It appears additions /alterations have been constructed without the required permits and approvals. 2. It appears electrical and plumbing have been installed without the required permits and approvals. 3. Windows have been replaced without the required permits and approvals. Rear Building Substandard Conditions Window screens are missing/torn in several locations. 2. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations. Hazardous electrical Hiring on building exterior and patio area. 4. Unit lacks the required smoke detectors. 5. Storage shed has been constructed without the required permits and approvals. Building Code Violations It appears building at rear of property We been constructed without the required permits and approvals and is being used as a second unit. 2. It appears plumbing has been installed without the required permits and approvals. 3. It appears electrical has been installed without the required permits and approvals. It appears front porch and side patio have been constructed without the required permits and approvals. Record search is recommended. Enclosed is a information sheet on where to obtain this information. PERMIT 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 l �i I i I - SITE PLANT February 25, 2003 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 3444 LaFayette Avenue 3444 Substandard Conditions 1. Window screens are missing in several locations. 2. 3. Unit lacks the required smoke detectors. 4. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations. 5. Water heater lacks the required seismic anchors, T/P piping to exterior and vent system does not meet minimum standards. 6. Driveway is damaged in several areas, causing water not to drain properly. Zoning Code Violations Storage shed appears to be encroaching on required side property line setbacks. Building Code Violations 1. It appears additions /alterations have been constructed without the required permits and approvals. 2. It appears electrical and plumbing have been installed without the required permits and approvals. 3. Windows have been replaced without the required permits and approvals. 3444 LaFayette Avenue Page 2 Rear Building Substandard Conditions Window screens are missing/torn in several locations. 2. Exterior walls are damaged in several locations. 3. Hazardous electrical wiring on building exterior and patio area. 4. Unit lacks the required smoke detectors. 5. Storage shed has been constructed without the required permits and approvals. Building Code Violations It appears building at rear of property has been constructed without the required permits and approvals and is being used as a second unit. 2. It appears plumbing has been installed without the required permits and approvals. 3. It appears electrical has been installed without the required permits and approvals. 4. It appears front porch and side patio have been constructed without the required permits and approvals. Record search is recommended. Enclosed is an information sheet on where to obtain this information. PERMITS ARE REQUIRED for repairs and may be obtained at the Building Department between the hours of 7:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M., Monday through Thursday, and between 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M., Thursday. Rose Arguello Building Inspector (626) 569 -2132 CAPhotos\C81 Photos\ 3344 LaFayette0002.JPG 2125/tpe3 Zm3 3344 LaFayette0000.JPG 2/25/4903 Pape 1 3344 LaFayette0001.JPG 2/25 / qO3