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HomeMy WebLinkAboutO-2009-3164 Public hearing left open 60days REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM Agenda Date Requested: October 12.2009 Aoorooriation Requested By: D. Wilmore Source of Funds: General Funds Department: Plllnnin~ Account Number: #001-9092-524-6021 Report: X Resolution: Ordinance: X Amount Budgeted: ~100,000 00 Amount Requested: Exhibits: List of Tabled Dangerous Buildings Budgeted Item: YES X NO Exhibits: Insoection Reoorts & Condemnation Ordinances Exhibits: Photo Prp~pntlltion SUMMARY & RECOMMENDATION On July 13,2009, Council reviewed the findings ofthe Dangerous Building Inspections Board and granted staffa public hearing date of AugustIO, 2009. At that meeting, Council condemned several structures but tabled two structures and continued the public hearing until October ]2th (60-days). The addresses of those structures are 704 So. Holmes and 40] N. 6th Street. Subsequent to the first public hearing meeting, legal notices in accordance with Article VIII; Section 82-475 of the Code Ordinances, were provided to the structure owners. While the individuals associated with 704 So. Holmes and 40] N. 6th Street were at the public hearing and are aware of the continuance granted by Council, on August 19th staff sent a letter confirming the October 12th meeting. Also, an additional reminder letter was mailed to the individuals on September 28th. September 28th photos show minimal progress on 704 So. Holmes. Owners (Tim & Mary Gomez) have advised us that their contractor was paid for the work but failed to perform. They also tell staffthey do not have funds to complete the structure and plan to meet with an attorney on the matter. On 40] N. 6th Street, our September 28th photos show no change. The owner's representative (Mary Riley) advises she has met with legal aid personnel and as of September 23rd, she completed the mailing of all the final paperwork necessary to begin the process of an ownership transfer from her parent's name to her name. At this time the ownership has not been transferred. That ownership is necessary for Ms. Riley to initiate a request for financial assistance from Harris County. The purpose of this public hearing is to receive property owner, citizen and staff comments as to why the structure should or should not be condemned and demolished. Following the close of the hearing, Council will be asked to consider condemnation of each structure. While we have been advised of their circumstances, the Board also notes the lack of progress within 6O-days. Therefore, the Board recommends passage of the condemnation ordinances on 704 S. Holmes & 401 N. 6th Street. The Finance Department confirmed the 2009/2010 budget has $100,000 in available demolition funds. Tabled Substandard Buildings List (Summer 2009 Group) At the August 10, 2009 public hearing, Council tabled these structures for 60-days and continued the public hearing until October 12,2009. 1) 704 So. Holmes (Single-family dwelling in a Low Density [R-l] zone) HCAD #: #006-111-000-0056 Legal Description: BIk. 21; Lots 57 & Trs. 56 & 58A; Bayfront Taxes Owed: -0- Mowing/Clean-Up: -0- 2) 401 N. 6th Street (Single- family dwelling in a Low Density [R -1 ] zone) H CAD #: #023 -210-000-001 7 Legal Description: BIk. 91; Lots 17 & 18; La Porte Taxes Owed: $1,473.68 (As of July 2009) Mowing/Clean-Up: -0- City of La Porte DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION FORM DATE: JUNE 26, 2009 STREET ADDRESS: 704 S HOLMES HCAD OWNER: TIM 1. & MARY C. GOMEZ; 704 S HOLMES ST. LA PORTE, TX 77571-5831 DEED OWNER: MARY MOCTEZUMA AND HUSBAND TIM GOMEZ: 704 S HOLMES ST. LA PORTE. TX 77571-5831 OTHER: FIRST AMERICAN R. E. TAX SERVC; 8435 N STEMMONS 9TH FLR;DALLAS. TX 75247 TIM 1. GOMEZ; 1026 S 6TH # 18, LA PORTE, TX 77571 OTHER: LEGAL: L T 57. TRS 56 & 58A. BLK 21, BA YFRONT TO LA PORTE OCCUPANCY TYPE: RESIDENTIAL ZONING: R-I NON-CONFORMING ISSUES: N/ A GAS: Il2I Il2I ELECTRICAL: Il2I Il2I SEWER: FACILITIES AVAILABLE: WATER: NO.OF DWELLING UNITS: VACANT: Il2I OCCUPIED: AS REQUIRED IN THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 82; ARTICLE VIII, THE BOARD OF INSPECTION MADE AN INSPECTION OF THE AFOREMENTIONED PROPERTY, AND DETERMINED THE BUILDING LOCATED THEREON, IN THEIR OPINION, IS IN FACT A DANGEROUS BUILDING, FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: Sec. 82-473. Declaration of Public Nuisance and Hazard. A. Dangerous or Substandard Buildings or Structures. A building or structure shall be considered dangerous or substandard whenever it is determined by the Board, that any or all ofthe following is applicable: Il2I 1. A building that is vacant, and is not up to current building code standards. These vacant buildings can be either open to trespass or boarded up; Il2I 2. Whenever any portion thereof has been damaged by fire, earthquake, wind, flood, or by any other cause to such an extent that the structural strength or stability thereof is materially less than it was before such catastrophe and is less than the minimum requirements of the building code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location; 3. Whenever any portion or member or appurtenance thereof is likely to fail, or to become detached or dislodged, or to collapse and thereby injure persons or damage property; 4. Whenever the building or structure, or any portion thereof, because of (a) dilapidation, deterioration, or decay; (b) faulty construction; (c) the removal, movement or instability of any portion ofthe ground necessary for the purpose of supporting the building; (d) the deterioration, decay, or inadequacy of its foundation, or (e) any other cause, is likely to partially or completely collapse; Il2I 5. Whenever, for any reason, the building or structure, or any portion thereof, is manifestly unsafe for the purpose of which it is being used; DANGEROUS BUILIDINGS INPSECTlON FORM 2 Ii2l 6. Whenever the building or structure has been so damaged by fire, wind, earthquake, or flood, or has become so dilapidated or deteriorated as to become (a) a public nuisance, (b) a harbor for vagrants, or as to ( c) enable persons to resort thereto for the purpose of committing unlawful acts; o 7. Whenever a building or structure, used or intended to be used for dwelling purposes, because of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, decay, damage, faulty construction or arrangement, inadequate light, air, or sanitation facilities, or otherwise, is determined by the Board to be unsanitary, unfit for human habitation or in such a condition that is likely to cause sickness or disease; o 8. Whenever any building or structure, because of obsolescence, dilapidated condition, deterioration, damage, inadequate exits, lack of sufficient fire-resistive construction, faulty electric wiring, gas connections, or heating apparatus or other cause, is determined by the Board to be a fire hazard; B. Dangerous or substandard electrical, plumbing, or mechanical installations. A building or structure shall be considered dangerous or substandard whenever it is determined by the Board, that any or all ofthe following is applicable: Ii) I. Whenever any protective or safety device specified in The Electrical Code and of this title is not provided or is inoperative, defective, dilapidated, or deteriorated so as to threaten to fail or function as originally intended; 2. Whenever any installation or any portion thereof because of (a) dilapidation, deterioration, or decay; (b) faulty construction; (c) obsolescence; (d) inadequate maintenance, which in relation to existing use constitutes a hazard to life, health, property or safety; Ii2l 3. Whenever any installation or any portion thereof which is damaged by fire, wind, earthquake, flood or any other cause so as to constitute a potential hazard to life, health, property or safety; Ii) 4. Whenever any installation or any portion thereof was constructed, installed, altered or maintained in violation of the building code and/or fire code so as to constitute a potential hazard to life, health, property or safety. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS OF THE BOARD OF INSPECTION: OPTION # 1. (REPAIRABLE - RESIDENTIAL) IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY'S DANGEROUS BUILDING REGULATIONS. THE 2006 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE AND THE 2008 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. AS ADOPTED. AMENDED AND ENACTED BY CITY ORDINANCES # 04-2700. #96-2700-K AND #96-2079-L. USING THE REGULATIONS AND CODE AS ITS GUIDE. IT IS THE OPINION OF THE DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING IS IN FACT DANGEROUS. BUT STILL PREPAIRABLE. ALL REQUIRED REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE CITY OF LA PORTE CODES AND ORDINANCES. IF THE REPAIR OR ALTERATION ORDER IS NOT VOMPLIED WITH WITHIN THE TIMETABLE SET OUT IN ARTICLE VIII. SECTION 82-478. IT IS THEN THE OPINION OF THE BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING BE DEMOLISHED. X BUILDING OFFICIAL'S OFFICE DATE X FIRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE DATE X FIRE CHIEF'S OFFICE DATE DANGEROUS BUILlDINGS INPSECTION FORM 3 BUILDING EV ALUA nON CHECKLIST A = Adequate D = Deficient I. STRUCTURAL A. Foundation 1. Slab N/ A 2. Pier & Beam a. Footings D b. Sills UNK c. Joists UNK Walls 1. Exterior D 2. Interior D Means of Egress 1. Doors a. Interior D b. Exterior D 2. Porches, Steps, Stairs D 3. Windows D D. Roof 1. Rafters D 2. Deck, Shingles D E. Ceilings 1. Joists D 2. Ceiling N/ A F. Floors D G. Other N/A II. MEHCANICAL SYSTEMS A. Electrical I. Service Entrance & Panel D 2. Wiring D 3. Lights, Switches D 4. Outlets D 5. Other N/A B. Plumbing 1. Fixtures a. Sink N/ A b. Lavatories N/ A c. Water/Closets N/A d. Tub/Shower N/ A e. Water Heater UNK 2. Water Piping UNK 3. Drain, Waste & Vent UNK 4. Sewer/Septic tank UNK 5. Gas System UNK C. Heating & AlC 1. Heating N/ A 2. Air Conditioning N/ A 111. PROPERTY CONDITIONS 1. Accessory Structures N/ A 2. Condition of Grounds D 3. Other Comments: Fire Date September 26. 2008 N/ A = Not Applicable COMMENT / EXPLANATION N/A NOT LEVEL NOT VISIBLE NOT VISIBLE FIRE DAMAGED FIRE DAMAGED STUDS REMOVED FRONT DOOR MISSING. DOOR HEADER FIRE DAMAGED CRACKED BROKEN FIRE DAMAGED FIRE DAMAGED FIRE DAMAGED REMOVED FIRE DAMAGED N/A FIRE DAMAGED FIRE DAMAGED FIRE DAMAGED FIRE DAMAGED N/A NOT IN HOUSE NOT IN HOUSE NOT IN HOUSE NOT IN HOUSE NEED TO CHECK FOR FIRE DAMAGE NEED TO CHECK FOR FIRE DAMAGE NEED TO CHECK FOR FIRE DAMAGE UNKNOWN UNKNOWN N/A N/A N/A WEEDS. DEBRIS S:\CPShare\INSPECTION DIVISION\ALL OTHER STUFF\Code Enforcement\Dang Buildings\DANG BLDG INSP FORM2.doc 02-2004 Rev ACTION OF CITY COUNCIL On this, the day of , the City Secretary ofthe City of La Porte, having received the above and foregoing report from the Dangerous Building Inspection Board of the City of La Porte, the City Secretary ofthe City of La Porte is hereby ordered to notify the owner in writing in accordance with the provisions of the City's Code of Ordinances Article VIII, Section 82-478. CITY OF LA PORTE By: Mayor ATTEST: City Secretary CITY SECRETARY'S CERTIFICATE I hereby certify that on the day of , _, I mailed a notice to the above named owner, in connection with the above referenced property, said notice being in accordance with City's Code of Ordinances Article VIII, Section 82-478. A copy of said notice is attached hereto. Said notice included a copy of the Dangerous Building Inspection Form attached hereto. Martha Gillett, TRMC, CMC City Secretary S:\City Planning Share\04-INSPECTIONS DIVISION\ALL OTHER STUFF\Code Enforcement\Dang Buildings\Action by City Council Form.doc /1ddiv #l&Ji~ ORDINANCE NO. 2oo9-31G ~ 1: ::J~ Utf AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE BUILDING(S) LOCATED ON Blk 21; Lt 57. Trs 56 & 58A; Bayfront to La Porte, HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, TO BE IN FACT A NUISANCE; ORDERING SUCH BUILDING(S) CONDEMNED; FINDING THAT Tim J. & Mary C. Gomez. ARE THE RECORD OWNER(S) OF SAID PROPERTY; ORDERING THE SAID OWNER(S) TO ENTIRELY REMOVE OR TEAR DOWN SUCH BUILDING(S); ORDERING THE SAID OWNER(S) TO COMMENCE SAID REMOVAL OR DEMOLITION WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND TO COMPLETE SAID REMOVAL OR DEMOLITION WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE; ORDERING THE DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION BOARD TO PLACE A NOTICE ON SAID BUILDING(S); ORDERING THE CITY SECRETARY TO FORWARD A COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE TO SAID OWNER(S); PROVIDING FOR THE REMOVAL OF SAID BUILDING(S) BY THE CITY OF LA PORTE IF NOT REMOVED BY SAID OWNER(S) IN THE MANNER PROVIDED HEREIN; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF; AND FINDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW. WHEREAS, the City Council ofthe City of La Porte, passed and approved Section 82- 472 of the Code of Ordinances, creating a Dangerous Building Inspection Board (the Board) to be composed of the Building Official or his duly authorized representative, the Fire Chief or his duly authorized representative, the Fire Marshal or his duly authorized representative; and WHEREAS, Section 82-474 (a) provides that: Whenever it shall come to the attention of the Board or any member thereof, by reason of the carrying out of the necessary duties of such member, or by reason of a complaint of any citizen of the City or of the City Council, that a dangerous building exists, the Board shall make a thorough inspection of such building(s); and WHEREAS, Section 82-474 (e) provides that: After the inspection provided for in this Section has been made, with or without the aid of experts, the Board shall report its conclusion in writing to each of the members of the City Council and to the City Attorney. Such report shall state the circumstances and the condition of the building(s) upon which such conclusion was based. The report shall be filed in all cases no matter what conclusion is stated by the Board; and WHEREAS, it has heretofore come to 'the attention of the Board that the building(s) located on Blk 21; Lt 57. Trs 56 & 58A; Bayfront to La Porte. which is further described as 704 South Holmes, Harris County, Texas, has, for the reason of neglect or misuse, been allowed to Ordinance No. 2009- Page 2 deteriorate into a condition of decay or partial ruin or has become a public nuisance or hazard, as defined in Section 82-473 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Porte; and WHEREAS, said Board has heretofore made and filed its written report, June 26, 2009 finding said building to be in fact a dangerous building; WHEREAS, City Council received such report, and ordered notice to the record owner(s) of said property, Tim J. & Mary C. Gomez, whose address is 704 South Holmes S1.: La Porte, TX 77571-5831, and Tim J. Gomez, whose address is 1026 South 6th St. #18: La Porte, TX 77571, that a hearing as provided in Section 82-477 of said Ordinance would be held at 6:00 PM on August 10,2009 at 604 W. Fairmont Parkway, at the Council Chambers, City Hall, City of La Porte, Texas, at which time the Council would hear evidence for and against the conclusions of the Board; WHEREAS, the City Secretary has heretofore served notice of said hearing upon said owner(s), by registered mail, return receipt requested, which return receipt indicated that said owner(s) received said notice on July 21, 2009 (South 6th Address) and Post Office forwarded to P.o. Box 365, La Porte, TX 77572-0365 on July 27,2009 (South Holmes Address), a date more than ten (10) days before the date set for said hearing; WHEREAS, at said date, time, and place, City Council met in regular session to conduct such public hearing, at which time evidence was presented both for and against the conclusions of the Board; WHEREAS, City Council, after due deliberation, and within fifteen (15) days after the termination of the hearing, is required to make its decision in writing and enter its order; and WHEREAS, City Council entered its order on October 12, 2009 a day which is within fifteen (15) days after the termination of the hearing; NOW THEREFORE: Page 3 Ordinance No. 2009- BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PORTE: Section 1. This Ordinance contains the Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and orders of the City Council of the City of La Porte, based upon the evidence presented at said hearing. Section 2. Based on the evidence presented at said hearing, the City Council hereby adopts the attached report of the Board, in full, and incorporates such by reference herein as fully as though set out herein. Section 3. The City Council hereby finds, determines and declares such building(s) to be a nuisance, and orders such building(s) condemned. Section 4. The City Council hereby finds, determines and declares that Tim J. & Mary C. Gomez, who resides at 704 South Holmes St.: La Porte, TX 77571-5831 and Tim J. Gomez, who resides at 1026 South 6th St. #18: La Porte, TX 77571, and are the record owner(s) of the property on which this building is situated, and that as such record owner(s), the said Tim J. & Mary C. Gomez have been duly and legally notified of those proceedings. Section 5. The City Council hereby orders the said Tim J. & Mary C. Gomez to entirely remove or tear down such building(s), and further orders the said Tim J. & Mary C. Gomez to commence such removal within ten (10) days from the effective date of this Ordinance, and to complete said removal or demolition within thirty (30) days from the effective date of this ordinance. Section 6. The City Council hereby orders the Board of the City of La Porte to cause a notice of the dangerous, unsanitary condition of the building(s) to be affixed in one or more conspicuous places on the exterior of the building(s), which notice or notices shall not be removed or defaced by any person, under penalty of law. Section 7. The City Council hereby orders the City Secretary to forward a certified copy ofthis Ordinance, to the record owner(s) of said property, the said Tim J. & Mary C. Gomez, by registered mail, return receipt requested. Section 8. Should the said Tim J. & Marv C. Gomez not comply with the orders contained in this Ordinance relating to the removal or demolition of such building( s) within thirty (30) days after hereof, then the Board of the City of La Porte shall enter upon the said premises with such assistance as it may deem necessary, and cause the said building(s) to be Ordinance No. 2009- Page 4 removed or demolished without delay, and the expenses of such procedure shall be charged against the said Tim J. & Mary C. Gomez record owner(s) of said property, and shall thereupon become a valid and enforceable personal obligation of said owner of such premises, and the said Board shall carefully compute the cost of such removal or demolition, which cost shall be hereafter assessed against the land occupied by such building( s), and made lien thereon. Section 9. The City Council officially finds, determines, and recites and declares that a sufficient written notice of the date, hour, place and subject of this meeting of the City Council was posted at a place convenient to the public at the City Hall of the City for the time required by law preceding this meeting, as required by the Open Meetings Law, Chapter 551, Texas Government Code; and that this meeting has been open to the public as required by law at all times during which this ordinance and the subject matter thereof has been discussed, considered and formally acted upon. The City Council further ratifies, approves and confirms such written notice and the contents and posting thereof. Section 10. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and approval. PASSED AND APPROVED this the day of , 2009. CITY OF LA PORTE By: Mayor ATTEST: City Secretary AP~4T~ Attorney City of La Porte DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION FORM DATE: June 26, 2009 STREET ADDRESS: 401 N 6TH ST HCAD OWNER: GEORGE EUGENE RILEY; 904 S KANSAS ST, LA PORTE, TX 77571-5808 DEED OWNER: EUGENIA MAE RILEY CIO GEORGE EUGENE RILEY; 904 S KANSAS ST, LA PORTE, TX 77571-5808 LEGAL: LOTS 17, 18, BLK 91: LA PORTE OCCUPANCY TYPE: RESIDENTAL ZONING: R-l NON-CONFORMING ISSUES: NIA ELECTRICAL: Ii) Ii) SEWER: GAS: Ii) Ii) FACILITIES AVAILABLE: WATER: NO.OF DWELLING UNITS: VACANT: Ii] OCCUPIED: AS REQUIRED IN THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 82; ARTICLE VIII, THE BOARD OF INSPECTION MADE AN INSPECTION OF THE AFOREMENTIONED PROPERTY, AND DETERMINED THE BUILDING LOCATED THEREON, IN THEIR OPINION, IS IN FACT A DANGEROUS BUILDING, FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: Sec. 82-473. Declaration of Public Nuisance and Hazard. A. Dangerous or Substandard Buildings or Structures. A building or structure shall be considered dangerous or substandard whenever it is determined by the Board, that any or all of the following is applicable: Ii) 1. A building that is vacant, and is not up to current building code standards. These vacant buildings can be either open to trespass or boarded up; Ii) 2. Whenever any portion thereof has been damaged by fire, earthquake, wind, flood, or by any other cause to such an extent that the structural strength or stability thereof is materially less than it was before such catastrophe and is less than the minimum requirements of the building code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location; 3. Whenever any portion or member or appurtenance thereof is likely to fail, or to become detached or dislodged, or to collapse and thereby injure persons or damage property; 4. Whenever the building or structure, or any portion thereof, because of (a) dilapidation, deterioration, or decay; (b) faulty construction; (c) the removal, movement or instability of any portion ofthe ground necessary for the purpose of supporting the building; (d) the deterioration, decay, or inadequacy of its foundation, or (e) any other cause, is likely to partially or completely collapse; Ii) 5. Whenever, for any reason, the building or structure, or any portion thereof, is manifestly unsafe for the purpose of which it is being used; DANGEROUS BUILDINGS INSPECTIONS FORM PAGE 2 1;2) 6. Whenever the building or structure has been so damaged by fire, wind, earthquake, or flood, or has become so dilapidated or deteriorated as to become (a) a public nuisance, (b) a harbor for vagrants, or as to (c) enable persons to resort thereto for the purpose of committing unlawful acts; 1;2) 7. Whenever a building or structure, used or intended to be used for dwelling purposes, because of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, decay, damage, faulty construction or arrangement, inadequate light, air, or sanitation facilities, or otherwise, is determined by the Board to be unsanitary, unfit for human habitation or in such a condition that is likely to cause sickness or disease; f.iZI 8. Whenever any building or structure, because of obsolescence, dilapidated condition, deterioration, damage, inadequate exits, lack of sufficient fire-resistive construction, faulty electric wiring, gas connections, or heating apparatus or other cause, is determined by the Board to be a fire hazard; B. Dangerous or substandard electrical, plumbing, or mecbanical installations. A building or structure sball be considered dangerous or substandard wbenever it is determined by tbe Board, tbat any or all oftbe following is applicable: 1. Whenever any protective or safety device specified in The Electrical Code and of this title is not provided or is inoperative, defective, dilapidated, or deteriorated so as to threaten to function as originally intended; fail or 2. Whenever any installation or any portion thereof because of (a) dilapidation, deterioration, or decay; (b) faulty construction; (c) obsolescence; (d) inadequate maintenance, which in relation to existing use constitutes a hazard to life, health, property or safety; f.iZI 3. Whenever any installation or any portion thereof which is damaged by fire, wind, earthquake, flood or any other cause so as to constitute a potential hazard to life, health, property or safety; f.i2] 4. Whenever any installation or any portion thereof was constructed, installed, altered or maintained in violation of the building code and/or fire code so as to constitute a potential hazard to life, health, property or safety. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS OF THE BOARD OF INSPECTION: SELECT OPTION #: 1. (REPAIRABLE - RESIDENTIAL) IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY'S DANGEROUS BUILDING REGULATIONS. THE 2006 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE AND THE 2008 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, AS ADOPTED, AMENDED AND ENACTED BY CITY ORDINANCES #04-2700, #96-2700-K AND #96-2079-L. USING THE REGULATIONS AND CODE AS ITS GUIDE, IT IS THE OPINION OF THE DANGEROUS BUILDING INSPECTION BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING IS IN FACT DANGEROUS, BUT STILL REPAIRABLE. AL REQUIRED REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE CITY OF LA PORTE CODES AND ORDINANCES. IF THE REPAIR OR ALTERATION ORDER IS NOT COMPLIED WITH WITHIN THE TIMETABLE SET OUT IN ARTICLE VIII, SECTION 82-478, IT IS THEN THE OPINION OF THE BOARD THAT THIS BUILDING BE DEMOLISHED. X BUILDING OFFICIAL'S OFFICE DATE X FIRE MARSHAL'S OFFICE DATE X FIRE CHIEF'S OFFICE DATE I. STRUCTURAL A. Foundation 1. Slab 2. Pier & Beam a. Footings b. Sills c. Joists B. Walls 1. Exteri or 2. Interior Means of Egress 1. Doors a. Interior b. Exterior 2. Porches, Steps, Stairs 3. Windows D. Roof 1. Rafters 2. Deck, Shingles E. Ceilings 1. Joists 2. Ceiling F. Floors G. Other II. MEHCANICAL SYSTEMS A. Electrical 1. Service Entrance & Panel 2. Wiring 3. Lights, Switches 4. Outlets 5. Other B. Plumbing 1. Fixtures a. Sink b. Lavatories c. Water/Closets d. Tub/Shower e. Water Heater 2. Water Piping 3. Drain, Waste & Vent 4. Sewer/Septic tank 5. Gas System C. Heating & AlC I. Heating 2. Air Conditioning III. PROPERTY CONDITIONS 1. Accessory Structures N/ A 2. Condition of Grounds ~ 3. Other Comments: Date of Fire October 12,2005 DANGEROUS BUILDINGS INSPECTIONS FORM A = Adequate PAGE 3 BUILDING EVALUATION CHECKLIST D = Deficient N/ A = Not Applicable COMMENT / EXPLANATION UNK UNABLE TO INSPECT N/A N/A ~ N/A N/A N/A UNK UNK UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT UNK UNK UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT L- L- ~ ~ FIRE DAMAGE POOR CONDITION UNK ~ L- N/A UNABLE TO INSPECT HOLES VISIBLE THRU 1 WINDOW /DOOR N/A D UNK UNK UNK N/A NO DEADFRONT; BROKEN CONDUIT UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT N/A UNK UNK UNK UNK UNK UNK UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT UNK UNK UNK UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT UNK UNK UNABLE TO INSPECT UNABLE TO INSPECT N/A WEEDS, DEBRIS & DOWNED TREE S:\CPSharc\INSPECTION DIVlSION\ALL OTHER STUFF\Codc Enforccmcnt\Dang Buildings\DANG BLDG INSP FORMl.doc 02-2004 Rev ACTION OF CITY COUNCIL On this, the day of " the City Secretary ofthe City of La Porte, having received the above and foregoing report from the Dangerous Building Inspection Board ofthe City of La Porte, the City Secretary of the City of La Porte is hereby ordered to notify the owner in writing in accordance with the provisions of the City's Code of Ordinances Article VIII, Section 82-478. CITY OF LA PORTE By: Mayor ATTEST: City Secretary CITY SECRETARY'S CERTIFICATE I hereby certify that on the day of , _, I mailed a notice to the above named owner, in connection with the above referenced property, said notice being in accordance with City's Code of Ordinances Article VIII, Section 82-478. A copy of said notice is attached hereto. Said notice included a copy ofthe Dangerous Building Inspection Form attached hereto. Martha Gillett, TRMC, CMC City Secretary S:\City Planning Share\04-INSPECTIONS DIVISION\ALL OTHER STUFF\Code Enforcement\Dang Buildings\Action by City Council Form.doc