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REHAB – Item 2A – 7847 Dorothy Street Hearing ,na f it 3,, ikte, head or�M i COUNCIrnEmeees. 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD - P.O. BOX 399 'Io ROSEMEAD. CALIFORNIA 91770 ®®® TELEPHONE(818) 288-6671 TELECOPIER 8103079218 TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOAR FROM: RANK G. TRIPEPI, CITY MANAGER DATE: u_ JULY 15, 1997 RE: 7847 DOROTHY STREET - HEARING The subject property consists of a vacant single family residence located in the R-2 zone. A "Please Letter" was mailed to the property owner on October 28, 1996. Inspection on November 27, 1996 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 12, 1996, requesting abatement of the substandard conditions. The letter was returned "unclaimed' and was sent again by first class mail. A progress inspection on January 15, 1997 showed no change. Inspection on February 14, 1997 found the garage to be open and accessible. The building inspector attempted to phone the owner, who resides in Utah, but no number is listed with telephone company information. On February 19, 1997, a "Notice of Intent to Barricade" was mailed and posted on the property. No response was received. Interstate Field Services barricaded the building on March 3, 1997. A "Notice of Cost" was sent to the owner on March 10, 1997. Progress inspections in March, April, May and June 1997 showed the property to be secure, however all items on the list of defects remain. In addition to the original deficiencies, the property now contains overgrown weeds and vegetation. Staff has received no response or had any contact with the owner since the initiation of the case. On July 1, 1997, a special assessment was filed against the property for the barricading costs incurred. A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on July 8, 1997. All interested parties have been notified. REHAB AGENDA JUL 221997 ITEM No. iir . A . CITY BUILDING OFFICIAL'S RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board find the property substandard and order al] substandard conditions removed and/or corrected by September 2, 1997. 9Itch ftefficad MAYOP PRO;EM:ROBERT v. CYRJESCH cgurva:MEmoEas: 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD - P.O. BOX 399 MARGARET CLARKROSEMEAD. CALIFORNIA 91770 GAPv A TAYLOR TELEPHONE (818) 288-5671 JOE PASCOE: .. TELECOPIER 8183079216 July 8, 1997 W. E. Taft SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 3626 N. 2800 W. 7847 Dorothy Street Cedar City, lit 84720 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, July 22, 1997, 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: 7847 DOROTHY STREET LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 30, TRACT 7353 ASSESSOR'S #: 5287-019-002 JAMES M. GUERRA Building Official % - o� STEVEN C. BAILEY Supervising Building Inspector Date Posted: - s y -2 By: • June 12, 1997 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7347 Dorothy Street 1. Portions of the roof covering, roof sheathing and rafter ends are deteriorated. Windows are broken, damaged or missing throughout. 3. Exterior walls and trim are damaged or deteriorated and in need of repair and paint. 4. Exterior light fixtures are damaged or defective. 5. Trash,junk and debris stored throughout yard areas. 6 Fencing is deteriorated or damaged and unsightly. 7. Furniture, appliances, auto parts and miscellaneous junk stored throughout property. 8. Electrical wiring at panel installed without required permits or approvals. 9. Hazardous exposed electrical wiring at rear drop lines. 10. Overgrown vegetation throughout property. Access to interior of dwelling and rear yard area not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may exist. Permits are required for the above repairs and can be obtained at the Building Department between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 11 :00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, and between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Thursday. ROSE ARGUELLO Building Inspector N G ug ¢ Pose,wad 35 q as c L ' 1' BLEVE0BG . ): 5 RDS638E 4EVAnA . CA FFOROUN1A ARD 1770 TELEE.ON_(518) 288.6671 TEL 8183079218 March 10, 1997 W. E. Taft SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 3626 N. 2800 W. 7847 Dorothy Street Cedar City, UT 84720 Rosemead, Ca 91770 NOTICE OF COST TO BARRICADE SUBSTANDARD BUILDING This substandard building was boarded and secured as required by the Sheriff/Fire Department's request, due to serious fire hagards and a threat to public safety. The cost of such boarding and securing work, 5734.15, is a charge against the property upon which the substandard conditions were located. The correctness or reasonableness of the costs may be appealed by filing with the Building Official, Rehabilitation Section, 8838 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California, a written request for a hearing. This request for hearing must be submitted within five (5) days of receipt of this notice. If no appeal is filed within this five (5) day period and if the costs are not paid in full within ten (10) days following this notice, a statement of the total balance plus a recording fee will be recorded in the office of the County Recorder. From the date of recording, such balance due shall be a special assessment against the property. ADDRESS: 7847 DOROTHY STREET OWNER: W. E. TAFT DESCRIPTION: 5287-019-002 NO I E: Please make your check payable to the City of Rosemead, and return one copy of this notice with your remittance to: City of Rosemead, Department of Building & Safety 8838 East Valley Boulevard Rosemead, CA 91770 Sincerely, JAMES M. GUERRA Building Official MAYOR ;„ `t OS32 l�(� y SCC8(I MAYON O TEM courvaLMEueERS. }�� 8838 E VALLEY BOULEVARD P.O. BOX 399 JOE VASOUEZ{��yq' �,� 't� ROSEMEAD( CALIFORNIA 91770 oe..AT � tiat 19, 196 _ TELEPHONE (818)288-667, era L _ TELECOPIER 8183079218 W. E. Taft 3626 N. 2800 W. Re: 7847 Dorothy Street Cedar City, Ut 84720 NOTICE OF INTENT TO BARRICADE Dear Mr. Taft: An inspection of the above mentioned property on February 19, 1997 found it to be open and accessible in violation of the City of Rosemead Municipal Code. Section 9908 of the Building Code declares all such buildings a public nuisance and requires the abatement thereof. As the owner of record, you are hereby notified to comply with the requirements of the above code; to securely barricade the building(s) BY 8:00 A.M., FEBRUARY 24, 1997. Minimum barricade requirements include 1/2 " plywood installed over all openings to the structure(s) to substantially prevent unlawful entry. A six foot high temporary fence surrounding the property shall also be installed in accordance with the City Municipal Code Section 9121.17(F). (Copy enclosed) In the event that you fail to comply with the deadline stated above it is the City's intention to enter on the property and securely barricade the structure(s) to prevent unlawful entry COMMENCING ON FEBRUARY 25, 1997, to eliminate the threat to public safety. The cost of the FHA style barricade performed by City contract includes fees of approximately $75.00 per securitydoor, and between $35.00 to $50.00 per opening. The property will also be fenced at the rate of $3.00 per lineal foot, with a pair of gates costing about $98.00. The actual cost of the work plus processing fees of $491.15, as specified in the Building Code, will be charged to the owner of the property. Unpaid costs may become a special assessment against the property, this may require an additional $345.00 for recording and filing fees. If you have any questions, contact the Building Department, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.. Very truly yours, ES M. GUERR4 Building Official DA1EPOS 1ED: 9. s POSTED BY: MM AARGR S, Fi CLARK � �IetlelLL c MAYOA TEM L JAY i PEa:PL T��rnS��/���,�.®a COUNaLMEMeEas: ''i!. 8838 E VALLEY BOULEVARD P.O. BOX 399 JOE VASCUEZ ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 ROBERT W SRUESCH TELEPHONE (818) 288-6671 GARY A.VAY:OR TELECOPIER 8183079218 February 19, 1997 Mr. Frank G. Tripepi City Manager City of Rosemead 8838 E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, CA 91770 Dear Mr. Tripepi: At approximately 10:00 a.m. this date, I inspected the property at 7847 Dorothy Street and found this property to be open and accessible to the public. The property is a serious health hazard and is a threat to public safety. We are seeking that this hazard be eliminated by boarding up the building and securing the property against unauthorized entry. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me. Sincerely, WAYNE WAL{ACE Sergeant Temple Station MAYOR: 444 a V y- 1 �vtieff(l ad MARGARE-C_rRR / MAYOR MPRO P RiEM; JAY T EFT k Ylr muNCLMEMeER;: "f 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 JOE VASOUE: FriROSEMEAD,CALIFORNIA 91770 ROBERT SRFESCH TELEPHONE(818)288-6671 TELECOPIER 8183079218 December 11, 1996 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED W. E. Taft SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 3626 N. 2800 W. 7847 Dorothy Street Cedar City, UT 84720 Rosemead, CA 91770 Dear Mr. Taft: 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. Al] 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, JAMES M. GUERRA Building Official Date Posted: i > - - yam By: C Lz- va.-. o November 27, 1996 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7847 Dorothy Street 1. Portions of the roof covering, roof sheathing and rafter ends are deteriorated. 2. Windows are broken, damaged or missing throughout. 3. Exterior walls and trim are damaged or deteriorated and in need of repair and paint. 4. Exterior light fixtures are damaged or defective. 5. Trash,junk and debris stored throughout yard areas. 6. Fencing is deteriorated or damaged and unsightly. 7. Furniture, appliances, auto parts and miscellaneous junk stored throughout property. 8. Electrical wiring at panel installed without required permits or approvals_ 9. Hazardous exposed electrical wiring at rear drop lines. Access to interior of dwelling and rear yard area not gained, therefore other substandard • conditions may exist. Permits are required for the above repairs and can be obtained at the Building Department between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, and between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Thursday. CARLOS LEVARIO Building Inspector if v p rne8d -a- MAYOR grew„ ` • -AP iMPER.AL courvaLrnemesaS: 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD - P.O. BOX 399 JOE MASQUE' ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 rOAMYBE ar T a BRUESCH TELEPHONE (810) 288-6671 LOR TELECOPIEF 0183079218 October 28, 1996 W. E- Taft • SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 3626 N. 2800 W. 7847 Dorothy Street Cedar City, UT 84720 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 fixture 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 25, 1996 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 7847 Dorothy Street 1. Portions of the roof covering, roof sheathing and rafter ends are deteriorated. 2. Windows are broken, damaged or missing throughout. 3. Exterior walls and trim are damaged or deteriorated and in need of repair and paint. 4. Exterior light fixtures are damaged or defective. 5. Trash,junk and debris stored throughout yard areas. 6. Fencing is deteriorated or damaged and unsightly. 7. Furniture, appliances, auto parts and miscellaneous junk stored throughout property. 8. Electrical wiring at panel installed without required permits or approvals. 9. Hazardous exposed electrical wiring at rear drop lines. Access to interior of dwelling and rear yard area not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may exist. Permits are required for the above repairs and can be obtained at the Building Department between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, and between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Thursday. CARLOS LEVARIO Building Inspector J 7 8577 n