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REHAB – Item 2B – 2508 Muscatel Avenue – Hearing MAYOR �� itc� osesoead OR PERPRO Ti C a MAVOF GflO TEM'. P 0030 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 COUNCILMEMBERS. gOSEMEAD. CALIFORNIA 91770 Warn UE? TELEPHONE(818) 1811 �a��E- TELECOPIER 8183079218 TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD FROM: FRANK G. TRIPEPI, CITY MANAGER DATE: NOVEMBER 18, 1997 RE: 2508 MUSCATEL AVENUE - HEARING The subject property consists of an owner-occupied single family residence located in the R-1 zone. A "Please Letter" was mailed to the property owner on March 11, 1997, and a "bulky item" trash notice was sent on March 25, 1997. Inspection on April 10, 1997 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 April 24, 1997, requesting abatement of the substandard conditions. While posting the property, the building inspector observed that some progress had been made. However, follow-up inspections in May and June 1997 revealed no further progress. On July 1, 1997, another trash notice was mailed. Inspections in July and August 1997 again showed no progress. On September 24, 1997, another inspection was made. Very minor progress was noted. The building inspector attempted to telephone the property owner, but was unable to make contact. Contact was made with the owner on October 7, 1997. She claimed the work would be complete by October 13, 1997. On October 8, 1997 a third trash notice was mailed. Inspection on October 22, 1997 revealed that the porch had been painted, but the other defects remained. A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on November 10, 1997. 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 January 5, 1998. REHAB AGENDA NOV 2 51997 11 ITEM Na. 7E4. • JAY TO MP r.wL , ad MAYOR PPO TEM: • ROBERT W.PLICESCH BOUNCILMEMBERB: T®4 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399 MARGARET CLARK • TELEPHONE E CALIFORNIA 91770 GARY A.TAYLOR (818) 288-6671 JOE VASOUEZ TELECOPIER 8183079218 November 10, 1997 Rafael Ambriz, Armida Amhriz, Luz Elena Diaz SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY and Christina Elena Amhriz 250$ Muscatel Avenue 2508 Muscatel Avenue Rosemead, CA 91770 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, November 25, 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: 250$ MUSCATEL AVENUE LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 185, TRACT 14146 ASSESSOR'S #: 5282-012-016 JAMES M. CUERRA Building Official • STEVEN C. BAILEY Deputy Building Official Date Posted: ' •- •° -' By: October 22, 1997 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 2508 Muscatel Avenue L Trash, miscellaneous materials and debris stored throughout yard areas. 2. Fencing is deteriorated or damaged and unsightly. 3. Inoperable vehicle in carport - White Mustang, License#YQH 680. ROSE ARGUELLO Building Inspector • MAYOR. _ YIt(� y OSV)1<V8(� MAYOR OReTEM. � _4� OB_RTN _WESCH 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD - P.O. BOX 399 sou cLussas:MARGARET ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770 • GARYA. A.sRRH _ TELEPHONE(818) 288-6671 JOE VASO) ' • TELECOPIER 8183079218 April 22, 1997 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Rafael Ambriz, Armida Ambriz, Luz Elena Diaz SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY and Christina Elena Ambriz 2508 Muscatel Avenue 2508 Muscatel Avenue Rosemead, CA 91770 Rosemead, CA 91770 Dear Property Owners: 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 ifvou 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 6 STEVEN C. BAILEY Supervising Building Inspector • '2- - Date Posted: y By: April 8, 1997 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 2508 Muscatel Avenue 1. Front porch is damaged and/or deteriorated and requires repair. 2. Trash, miscellaneous materials and debris stored throughout yard areas. 3. Fencing is deteriorated or damaged and unsightly. 4. Furniture, appliances, auto parts and miscellaneous materials stored throughout property. S. Overgrown vegetation throughout property. Access to interior not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may exist. Permits are required for the above 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 MARGARET CLARK 41 _ W i�Cl oseJl[V MAYOR PRO TEM. `J JAY T ,—;:AL COUNC]LMEMSERs: ••f 8838 E.VALLEY BOULEVARD P.O. BOX 399 JOE VASOJEZ ROSEMEAD,CALIFORNIA 91770 ROBERT W BRUESCH TELEPHONE (818)288-6671 CARY A TAYLOR TELECOPIER 8183079218 March 11, 1997 Rafael and Armida Ambriz SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY Christina Ambirz 2508 Muscatel Avenue 2508 Muscatel Avenue Rosemead, CA 91770 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 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. TRIPEP City Manager City of Rosemead March 4, 1997 LIST OF DEFECTS SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY 2508 Muscatel Avenue 1. Front porch is damaged and/or deteriorated and requires repair. 2. Trash, miscellaneous materials and debris stored throughout yard areas. 3. Fencing is deteriorated or damaged and unsightly. 4. Furniture, appliances, auto parts and miscellaneous materials stored throughout property. 5. Overgrown vegetation throughout property. Access to interior not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may exist. Permits are required for the above 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 PROPERTY ADDRESS d6-0 S ntui DATE 3) y I �7 • LLQ LLQ