REHAB – Item 2D – 3955-59 ½ Rosemead Blvd. – Hearing Alt 6 9e, mead
q• 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P 0. BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
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TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS
BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD
FROM: FRANK G. TRIPEPI, CITY MANAGER '
DATE: MARCH 18, 1997
RE: 3955 - 59 1/2 ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD - HEARING
The subject property consists of nine, tenant-occupied unsightly dwelling units. The property
is zoned CAD-D and is a non-complying residential use with parking and lot coverage
problems. This property has previously been through the Property Rehabilitation Program in
1976, 1989 and 1992. The case was reopened in June, 1996. Inspections were conducted June
3, and July 2, 1996. A "Please Letter" and "bulky item" trash notice were mailed to the
property owner on July 10, 1996. On August 6, 1996, inspection was conducted by the Building
Official,with the property owner present. Some progress was noted, and all items on the list
of defects were discussed. An amended list of defects was sent to the owner on August 20,
1996. The Building Official declared the property substandard and filed a Declaration of
Substandard with the Los Angeles County Recorder's office. A'Thirty Day" certified letter
was mailed and posted on the property on September 26, 1996, requesting abatement of the
substandard conditions. The letter was returned "unclaimed" and was sent again by first class
mail. On October 7, 1996, another trash notice was sent to the owner and tenants. No
substantial progress was observed during follow-up inspections in October and December
1996. Inspections in January, February and March also revealed no progress had been made
on the remaining list of defects. Owner obtained required repair permit on March 18, 1997.
A Notice of Hearing was mailed and posted on the property on March 11, 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 removed and/or corrected by May 1, 1997. However if sufficient progress is
achieved by May 1, 1997, the abatement date maybe extended to June 2, 1997
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TELECOPIER 8183079218
March 10, 1997
Mario and Grace De La Torre SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
1737 South Charlotte Avenue 3955-59 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard
San Gabriel, CA 91776 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, March 25, 1997, at 7:00
p.m., in the City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California, a HEARING
WILL BE CONDUC.1ED 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: 3955-59 1/2 ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: POR. LOT 2, ROSEMEAD 11tACT, BLK 6
ASSESSOR'S #: 5390-012-064; 5390-012-065
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JAMES M. GUERRA
Building Official
Date Posted: 3 - ' ' ' 7 By:
March 4, 1997
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3955-59 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard
1. Overgrown vegetation throughout property.
2. Trash,junk and debris throughout property.
3. Yard areas do not drain properly, creating stagnant water.
4. Unsightly fencing throughout interior yard areas.
3955 1/4 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Roof sheathing/eaves damaged or deteriorated.
2. Exterior walls and trim in need of paint and repair.
3955 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior wall covering damaged at rear.
2. HandraiUguardrail missing at rear stairs.
3. Roof sheathing/eaves damaged or deteriorated.
4. Foundation vent screens damaged.
5. Trash, debris,junk stored at exterior side yard.
6. Windows damaged or lack glazing at sash.
7. Lavatory fixture not properly fastened to wall.
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8. Fixtures not properly caulked to floor.
9. Floor sheathing damaged or deteriorated.
10. Kitchen counter damaged or deteriorated.
11. Furniture and appliances at rear yard.
3957 Rosemead Boulevard:
I. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Kitchen floor covering deteriorated.
3. Kitchen counter deteriorated.
4. Infestation of insects.
5. Roof sheathing, eaves are damaged or deteriorated.
6. Trash,junk and debris stored throughout exterior.
7. Access and vent screens damaged and deteriorated.
8. Exterior screen door damaged or deteriorated.
9. Appliances stored at yard area.
3957 1/4 Rosemead Boulevard:
I. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Roof sheathing and eaves damaged.
3. Access to yard and into dwelling not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may
exist.
4. Appliances stored at rear yard.
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3957 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard'
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Floor sheathing and eaves damaged and deteriorated.
3. Foundation vent screens damaged or missing.
4. Window screens damaged.
5. Access to yard and into dwelling not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may
exist.
3959 Rosemead Boulevard:
I. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Inoperable vehicle stored on property, license#3HTN427.
3. Appliances stored at rear yard.
4. Access not gained to yard or into interior of dwelling, therefore other substandard conditions
may exist.
3959 1/4 Rosemead Boulevard:
I. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Underfloor access not openable.
3. Access into unit not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may exist.
3959 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Floor joist damaged and dryrotted, creating an unsafe condition.
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3. Vent screens damaged.
4. Windows and screens damaged.
5. Porch roof structure damaged and deteriorated. (repaired without permit)
6. Laundry installation done without permit lacks required trap and 2" pipe sizing.
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 Friday and between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Thursday.
ROSE ARGUELLO
Building Inspector
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8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD P.O. BOX 399
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ROSEMEAD. CALIFORNIA 91770
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September 25, 1996 CERTIFIED MATE
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mario S Grace De La Torre SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
1737 South Charlotte Avenue 3955-59 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard
San Gabriel, CA 91776 Rosemead, CA 91770
Dear Mr. and Mrs. De La Torre:
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.
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,
ANTHONY WEIMHOLT
Building Official
Date Posted: `7 — J,5 - yo By: C - L -e✓n , c
August 6, 1996
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3955-59 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard
1. Overgrown vegetation throughout property.
2. Trash,junk and debris throughout property.
3. Yard areas do not drain properly, creating stagnant water.
4. Unsightly fencing throughout interior yard areas.
3955 1/4 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Roof sheathing/eaves damaged or deteriorated.
2. Exterior walls and trim in need of paint and repair.
3955 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior wall covering damaged at rear.
2. Handrail/guardrail missing at rear stairs.
3. Roof sheathing/eaves damaged or deteriorated.
4. Foundation vent screens damaged.
5. Trash, debris,junk stored at exterior side yard.
6. Windows damaged or lack glazing at sash.
• 7. Lavatory.fixture not properly fastened to wall.
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8. Fixtures not properly caulked to floor.
9. Floor sheathing damaged or deteriorated.
10. Kitchen counter damaged or deteriorated.
11. Furniture and appliances at rear yard.
3957 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Kitchen floor covering deteriorated.
3. Kitchen counter deteriorated.
4. Infestation of insects.
5. Roof sheathing, eaves are damaged or deteriorated.
6. Trash,junk and debris stored throughout exterior.
7. Access and vent screens damaged and deteriorated.
8. Exterior screen door damaged or deteriorated.
9. Appliances stored at yard area.
3957 1/4 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Roof sheathing and eaves damaged.
3. Access to yard and into dwelling not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may
exist.
4. Appliances stored at rear yard.
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3957 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Floor sheathing and eaves damaged and deteriorated.
3. Foundation vent screens damaged or missing.
4. window screens damaged.
5. Access to yard and into dwelling not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may
exist.
3959 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Inoperable vehicle stored on property, license#3HTN427.
3. Appliances stored at rear yard.
4. Access not gained to yard or into interior of dwelling, therefore other substandard conditions
may exist.
3959 1/4 Rosemead Boulevard:
I. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Underfloor access not openable.
3. Access into unit not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may exist.
3959 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Floor joist damaged and dryrotted, creating an unsafe condition.
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i. Vent screens damaged.
4. Windows and screens damaged.
5. Porch roof structure damaged and deteriorated. (repaired without permit)
6. Laundry installation done without permit lacks required trap and 2" pipe sizing.
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 Friday and between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Thursday.
CARLOS LEVARIO
Building Inspector
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July 10, 1996
Grace & Mario De La Torre SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
1737 South Charlotte Avenue • 3955-59 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard
San Gabriel, CA 91776 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,
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FRANK G. TRIPEPI
City Manager
City of Rosemead
July2, 1996
LIST OF DEFECTS
SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY
3955-59 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard
1. Overgrown vegetation throughout property.
2. Trash,junk and debris throughout property.
3. Yard areas do not drain properly, creating stagnant water.
4. Unsightly fencing throughout interior yard areas.
3955 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Foundation vent screens damaged.
2. Underfloor access opening damaged.
3. Windows broken.
4. Trash storage on roof
3955 1/4 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Foundation vent screens damaged.
2. Underfloor access openings damaged or missing screens.
3. Roof sheathing/eaves damaged or deteriorated.
4. Trash storage on roof.
5. Exterior walls and trim in need of paint and repair.
6. Extension cord/zip cord wiring to light fixture at exterior not approved.
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7. Extension cord/zip cord wiring to light fixture in bathroom/closet ceiling not approved.
8. Kitchen floor sheathing deteriorated.
3955 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior wall covering damaged at rear.
2. Handrail/guardrail missing at rear stairs.
3. Roof sheathing/eaves damaged or deteriorated.
4. Foundation vent screens damaged.
5. Trash, debris,junk stored at exterior side yard.
6. Windows damaged or lack glazing at sash.
7. Tub fixture leaks.
8. Lavatory drain leaks.
9. Lavatory fixture not properly fastened to wall.
10. Shower head missing.
11. Fixtures not properly caulked to floor.
12. Sink fixture at kitchen leaks.
13. Floor covering damaged or deteriorated.
14. Floor sheathing damaged or deteriorated.
15. Kitchen counter damaged or deteriorated.
16. Extension cord wiring at living room to kitchen.
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3957 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Trash and debris stored at roof
3. Roof sheathing, eaves are damaged or deteriorated.
4. Trash,junk and debris stored throughout exterior.
5. Access and vent screens damaged and deteriorated.
6. Exterior screen door damaged or deteriorated.
7. Chickens, roosters, and rabbits in violation of Rosemead Municipal Code Section 9104.1(£).
7. Access to yard and into dwelling not gained,therefore other substandard conditions may exist.
3957 1/4 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Roof sheathing and eaves damaged.
3. Access to yard and into dwelling not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may
exist.
3957 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Floor sheathing and eaves damaged and deteriorated.
3. Foundation vent screens damaged or missing.
4. Window screens damaged.
5. Access to yard and into dwelling not gained, therefore other substandard conditions may
exist.
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3959 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Overhead electrical wiring damaged.
3. Light fixtures and wiring at exterior installed without permit and do not meed minimum
requirements of the National Electrical Code.
4. Inoperable vehicle stored on property, license#3HTN427.
5. Access not gained to yard or into interior of dwelling, therefore other substandard conditions
may exist.
3959 1/4 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Overhead electrical damaged.
2. Electrical conduit damaged.
3. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
4. Underfloor access not accessible.
3959 1/2 Rosemead Boulevard:
1. Exterior walls and trim in need of repair and paint.
2. Floor joist damaged and dryrotted, creating an unsafe condition.
3. Electrical wiring exposed.
4. Vent screens damaged.
5. Windows and screens damaged.
6. Porch roof structure damaged and deteriorated.
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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 Friday and between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Thursday.
CARLOS LEVARIO
Building Inspector
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