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Home My WebLink About11032011 Code Enforcement Board Agenda Amended Agenda for the Code Enforcement Board of the City of Pasco, Washington Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 7:00 pm A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL a. Board Members Present C. ADOPTION OF MINUTES D. HEARINGS a. Administration of Oaths b. Hearings Scheduled CEB2011-0265 1800 W LEWIS ST-SOHAL DEVELOPMENT LLC % MOHINDER S SOHAL, owner Debbie Scott, Code Enforcement Officer Description: NO PERMIT FOR EXTENSIVE INTERIOR REMODEL AND DEMOLITION. PMC 16.04.010 (1)Violation: Failure to secure a City of Pasco building permit. (2)Corrective Action: Discontinue all construction activities and submit an application for a building permit from the City of Pasco(please call(509)543-5726 for information on permit requirements). If no permit can be obtained,unpermitted construction must be removed. CEB2011-0714 925 S MAITLAND AVE-TORRES,RAMIRO& MARIA,owner Debbie Scott, Code Enforcement Officer Description.•NO PERMIT FOR ADDITION TO THIS COMMERCIAL B UILDING PMC 16.04.010 (1)Violation: Failure to secure a City of Pasco building permit. (2)Corrective Action: Discontinue all construction activities and submit an application for a building permit from the City of Pasco(please call(509)543-5726 for information on permit requirements). If no permit can be obtained,unpermitted construction must be removed. CEB2011-2674 1617 E LEWIS ST-CABRERA,ROGACIANO &RAQUEL, owner Erin Roginski, Code Enforcement Officer Description:Exterior doors are not weather tight(especially on upper level),IPMC 304.13 (1)Violation: Windows,skylights,doors and/or frames are not being kept in good repair and weather tight. (2)Corrective Action: Make any necessary repairs to the above areas so that they are weather tight. Maintain all such areas in good repair at all times. Description: Bathroom window is broken. IPMC 304.13.1 CEB Agenda Page 1 of 7 (1)Violation: Windows have cracks,holes or are completely broken out. (2)Corrective Action: Repair or replace all damaged or destroyed windows. Description: Ceiling in bedroom upstairs shows evidence of water leak(stained),IPMC 304.6 (1)Violation: Exterior walls are not free of holes,breaks,and/or loose or rotting materials and have not been maintained weatherproof with the surface properly coated(where required)to prevent deterioration. (2)Corrective Action: Repair any roof defects so that the leak in the interior of the house is fixed. Description: Holes in the walls upstairs in the kitchen behind the stove and behind the refrigerator. Downstairs bathroom ceiling appears water damaged. Mold/mildew in upstairs bedrooms on ceilings. Paint in upstairs bedroom is peeling. IPMC 305.3 (1)Violation: Interior surfaces(i.e.windows,doors,floors,ceilings,etc.)are unsanitary or damaged. (2)Corrective Action: Clean and sanitize all interior surfaces and/or repair peeling,chipping,flaking or abraded paint. Cracked or loose plaster,decayed wood and other defective surface conditions need to be repaired. Surfaces which cannot be repaired must be replaced. Description: Railing around porch is loose and falling down. IPMC 305.5 (1)Violation: Failing to maintain every handrail and guard in good condition,firmly fastened and capable of supporting normally imposed loads. (2)Corrective Action: Repair or replace any defective handrails/guards so that they meet the requirements. Description: Lots of cockroaches observed in the upstairs of this property. IPMC 3 08.1 (1)Violation: Rental dwelling unit is infested with rodents or insects. (2)Corrective Action: Promptly exterminate rodents or insects by an approved process that will not be injurious to human health.After extermination,proper precautions need to be taken to prevent reinfestation. Proof of use of professional extermination services(such as a receipt)must be provided to the Code Enforcement office. Description:Main room downstairs is not habitable space and cannot be used as living area since it doesn't have any windows. IPMC 403.1 (1)Violation: No openable window in a habitable space. (2)Corrective Action: Discontinue use of the basement as habitable space. Description:No exhaust system for kitchen stove downstairs(recirculating exhaust only),IPMC 403.4 (1)Violation: No local exhaust ventilation system in area where injurious,toxic,irritating or noxious fumes,dusts or mists are generated. (2)Corrective Action: CEB Agenda Page 2 of 7 Remove the unpermitted kitchen equipment from the basement. Description: Bathroom sink upstairs is severely plugged and won't drain properly. The handle used for turning on the shower is broken and needs to be replaced. IPMC 504.1 (1)Violation: Plumbing fixtures are not kept in working order or are not free of obstructions,leaks,or defects. (2)Corrective Action: Repair or replace plumbing fixture(s)so that it is in good working order and able to perform the functions for which it was designed. Description: Hot water in upstairs bathroom sink does not work. IPMC 505.1 (1)Violation: Plumbing fixtures(i.e. sink,toilet, shower,etc.)are not connected to an approved water system and/or are not supplied with hot and cold running water. (2)Corrective Action: Reconnect residence to an approved water system and/or ensure that all required fixtures are supplied with hot and cold water. Description: No heater in the upstairs bedroom and bathroom. IPMC 602.3 (1)Violation: Allowing occupancy of a dwelling or sleeping unit without adequate heat in all habitable rooms. (2)Corrective Action: Install or repair heating system so as to supply adequate heat to all habitable rooms,bathrooms,and toilet rooms. Description: Upstairs kitchen stove does not work on a consistent basis(stove burners),IPMC 603.1 (1)Violation: Allowing unsafe conditions or improper installation of mechanical appliance,fireplace, solid fuel-burning appliance, cooking appliance or water heating appliance. (2)Corrective Action: Repair or replace appliance so that it is in a safe working condition and capable of performing its intended function. Description:Missing switches in the breaker box (exposed wiring), switches in box notproperly labeled, outlets in kitchen are not covered(exposed wiring) and bathroom light switch will not stay in on position. IPMC 604.3 (1)Violation: Defects to the electrical system in the structure constitute a hazard to the occupants(i.e.inadequate service,improper fusing,insufficient receptacle and lighting outlets,improper wiring or installation,deterioration or damage). (2)Corrective Action: Make necessary corrections to the electrical system in the structure to eliminate the hazard. Secure proper permits as required. Description: No smoke alarms in the bedrooms; smoke alarm in hall upstairs does not work. IPMC 704.2 (1)Violation: Failure to provide smoke detector in all required habitable areas. (2)Corrective Action: Install smoke detector in all habitable spaces as required: outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of bedrooms,in each bedroom and in each story within the dwelling unit including basement. Description: Grade at the rear of the house has been modified and is beginning to erode. IRC R401.3 (1)Violation: The property has NOT been graded in compliance with the adopted code. CEB Agenda Page 3 of 7 (2)Corrective Action: The lot must be graded to meet current standards. A permit from the City of Pasco Engineering division is required. Please call(509)545-3444 for information on grading permits. Description: Conversion of the basement of this single family dwelling unit to a duplex without a City of Pasco building permit. PMC 16.04.010 (1)Violation: Failure to secure a City of Pasco building permit. (2)Corrective Action: Vacate the unpermitted basement unit within twenty(20)days. After unit is vacated,remove all unpermitted construction and restore property to a single family dwelling. Maintain as a single family dwelling hereafter. Description: Large portions of the property are not landscaped and are not protected from erosion and blowing dust. Especially the area behind the house. PMC 25.75.050 (5) (1)Violation: Portions of your property that are not landscaped or covered with improvements have NOT been treated to prevent blowing dust and erosion. (2)Corrective Action: Install live ground cover,such as grass,on all portions of the property that have not been landscaped or treat those portions with a cover that prevents blowing dust(i.e.pea gravel,bark,decorative rock,etc.). Description: Water piping is exposed at the north west corner of the house. UPC 609.1 (1)Violation: Water service piping is NOT at least thirty six(36)inches below the finished grade. (2)Corrective Action: Cover all exposed water piping to meet the requirments above. CEB2011-2899 510 S 22ND AVE-EMILIO (ETAL)PALACIO,owner Debbie Scott, Code Enforcement Officer Description: FAIL URE TO LICENSE THE DOGS AT THIS LOCATION. PMC 8.02.190 (1)Violation: All dogs over seven(7)months of age must be licensed with the City of Pasco. (2)Corrective Action: License all dogs over the age of seven(7)months with the City of Pasco(please call(509)545-3488 for more information). Description:KEEPING A LLAMA INA RESIDENTIAL ZONE, WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS. PMC 9.60.030(2) (1)Violation: Keeping of rabbits,chickens,goats,pigs,bees,mules,horses,mink,dogs,cats,muskrats,or any other animals within the city that create offensive smells,noises and conditions in the area they are kept. (2)Corrective Action: Any animal violating the provisions of this ordinance must be removed from the property. CEB2011-2968 6515 YANKEE DR-NATHANIEL A DIDIER,owner Martin Barajas, Code Enforcement Officer Description: Front yard is landscaped with mostly rock and does not contain at least 50%live vegetation PMC 25.75.050(4) (1)Violation: At least fifty percent(50%)of the required front yard area has NOT been landscaped with live vegetation. CEB Agenda Page 4 of 7 (2)Corrective Action: Install live ground cover,such as grass,on at least 50%of the front yard portion of your property. All areas not landscaped with live vegetation must be landscaped with mulches or decorative rock. Description: Weeds throughout the property's front and side yards PMC 9.60.030(16) (1)Violation: Weeds,noxious weeds,grass,and other vegetation which constitutes a fire hazard,encroaches on sidewalks or neighboring properties,is damaging public improvements,impairs the vision of traffic signs or signals,and/or has reached a height of twelve inches(12"). (2)Corrective Action: Eradicate weeds by chemicals,cutting or other acceptable means so that they do not exceed twelve inches(12"), encroach on neighboring properties,constitute a fire hazard,etc. Weeds that are cut or removed by the root must be removed from the property and lawfully disposed of. CEB2011-3047 808 S 5TH AVE-JOANN FARRIS, owner Debbie Scott, Code Enforcement Officer Description: EXPIRED PERMIT#B10-1069 REFERES TO PMC 16.04.010 ON PREVIOUS NOTICE. IRC R105.5 (1)Violation: Failure to complete your construction project before your building permit expired. (2)Corrective Action: Renew your building permit with the City of Pasco Building Department. For questions regarding permit renewals or other permit questions,please call the Building Department at(509)543-5726. Description: SIGN LOCATED ON THE SE CORNER OF ST AND 5THAVE. PMC 17.13.010 (1)Violation: Erecting,maintaining,locating or relocating any unpermitted off-premise sign of any kind within the City of Pasco. (2)Corrective Action: Remove all unpermitted off-premise signs. Description: WOOD CABINETS AND WOOD THAT IS BEING USED TO CONSTRUCT CABINETS STORED INFRONTDRIVEWAY. PMC 25.78.030(2) (1)Violation: STORAGE OF WOOD MATERIALS AND CABINETS IN THE FRONT DRIVEWAY. Using the driveway for the storage of equipment or materials. (2)Corrective Action: Discontinue any of the actions described above. Equipment and other materials must also be stored within an enclosed building. Description: VEHICLES PARKED ON UNAPPROVED SURFACE(MOTOR CYLCE FRONTY YARD AND TRUCKACROSS THE STREET).PMC 25.78.030(4) (1)Violation: Vehicles are being parked on an unapproved surface(such as dirt or grass)and/or more than four(4)vehicles at a time are being parked in the front driveway. (2)Corrective Action: Park ALL vehicles on an approved surface such as asphalt,gravel or concrete and/or discontinue parking more than 4 vehicles at a time in the front driveway. Description: NO LICENSE ON FILE FOR A BUSINESS AT THIS LOCATION. PMC 5.04.020 (1)Violation: Engaging in business within the City of Pasco without a required City of Pasco business license. (2)Corrective Action: CEB Agenda Page 5 of 7 Apply for a City of Pasco business license. Discontinue ALL business activities until such time as a business license can be obtained. Please call the City Clerk's office at(509)545-3402 for information on licensing requirements or view requirements online at http://www.pasco-wa.gov/LicensePermits. Description: LARGE QUANTITY OF FURNITURE AT THIS LOCATION. PMC 9.60.030(6) (1)Violation: Any parcel within the City which is filthy,littered or trash-covered due to placing,dropping,disposing,throwing away, or otherwise discarding litter,garbage,refuse,cans,bottles,paper or paper material,metal,organic or inorganic material on areas of the property other than approved garbage containers. (2)Corrective Action: Remove and lawfully dispose of all litter,garbage,junk or vegetative waste on the property. CEB2011-3116 1720 W CLARK ST-ISIDRO & OFELIO VALDEZ,owner Debbie Scott, Code Enforcement Officer Description: EXPIRED PERMIT#B 06-0 738 IR C RI 05.5 (1)Violation:Final INSPECTION ON 9/9/2010 FAILED. Failure to complete your construction project before your building permit expired. (2)Corrective Action: Renew your building permit with the City of Pasco Building Department. For questions regarding permit renewals or other permit questions,please call the Building Department at(509)543-5726. Description: STAIR WAYAND DECK STRAR TED WITHOUT A PERMIT ON SITE. PMC 16.04.010 (1)Violation: STAIRWAY AND DECK PROJECT STARTED WITHOUT A PERMIT. Failure to secure a City of Pasco building permit. (2)Corrective Action: Discontinue all construction activities and submit an application for a building permit from the City of Pasco(please call(509)543-5726 for information on permit requirements). If no permit can be obtained,unpermitted construction must be removed. CEB2011-3124 905 W COURT ST-MELESIO AGUILAR, owner Debbie Scott, Code Enforcement Officer Description: EXPIRED PERMIT#B08-0904 FOR WINDOWS. IRC RI 05.5 (1)Violation: Failure to complete your construction project before your building permit expired. (2)Corrective Action: Renew your building permit with the City of Pasco Building Department. For questions regarding permit renewals or other permit questions,please call the Building Department at(509)543-5726. Description: REPEAT--NO REQUIRED LANDSCAPING ON THE FRONT YARDS OF THIS PROPERTY. PMC 25.75.050(4) (1)Violation: At least fifty percent(50%)of the required front yard area has NOT been landscaped with live vegetation. (2)Corrective Action: Install live ground cover,such as grass,on at least 50%of the front yard portion of your property. All areas not landscaped with live vegetation must be landscaped with mulches or decorative rock. Description:REPEAT--WEEDS ON THE ENTIRE PROPERTY. PMC 9.60.030(16) (1)Violation: Weeds,noxious weeds,grass,and other vegetation which constitutes a fire hazard,encroaches on sidewalks or neighboring properties,is damaging public improvements,impairs the vision of traffic signs or signals,and/or has CEB Agenda Page 6 of 7 reached a height of twelve inches(12"). (2)Corrective Action: Eradicate weeds by chemicals,cutting or other acceptable means so that they do not exceed twelve inches(12"), encroach on neighboring properties,constitute a fire hazard,etc. Weeds that are cut or removed by the root must be removed from the property and lawfully disposed of. CEB2011-3196 830 W A ST-MARK S & TAE S CHO, owner Debbie Scott, Code Enforcement Officer Description:(REPEAT) TEMPORARYSTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTED WITHOUTA PERMIT. IBC 107.1 (1)Violation: Temporary-type structure has been erected without a building permit from the City of Pasco. (2)Corrective Action: Submit an application for a building permit from the City of Pasco(please call(509)543-5726 for information on permit requirements).If no permit can be obtained,the unpermitted structure must be removed. Description:(REPEAT) VEHICLES PARKED ON UNAPPROVED SURFACE. PMC 25.78.030(4) (1)Violation: Vehicles are being parked on an unapproved surface(such as dirt or grass)and/or more than four(4)vehicles at a time are being parked in the front driveway. (2)Corrective Action: Park ALL vehicles on an approved surface such as asphalt,gravel or concrete and/or discontinue parking more than 4 vehicles at a time in the front driveway. c. Amendments d. Dismissals e. Motion E. STAFF REPORT AND OTHER BUSINESS F. ADJOURNMENT CEB Agenda Page 7 of 7